On My Way - Nutrilite Blogger Event

I'm leaving on a jet plane!  24/7 Moms was invited to attend an exclusive event to learn all about Amway's Nutrilite vitamins – the global leader of vitamins and supplements worldwide.  Trisha is sending me – Lori – to go soak up all the amazing information (lucky me!!) and bring it back to share with all our moms!



I will start out Tuesday at the Nutrilite Center for Optimal Health in Buena Park, CA.  There I will take a comprehensive health assesment, attend some fabulous presentations and go on a behind-the-scenes tour of the world’s largest-selling supplement brand, including R&D and manufacturing.  They even have a fabulous dinner planned at a restaurant that serves seasonal, sustainable, locally sourced, but globally inspired cuisine.  On Wednesday we are heading to Trout Lake Farm - one of the largest certified organic farms in North America - in Ephrata,WA for a tour and sustainability presentation.



I have to tell you – I am so excited to go on this trip!  I am most excited to for the health assessment which will include an innovative genetic test to determine the eating and exercise plan best for my body, according to my genotype.  I 've always struggled to lose those “last five pounds” and would love any information that might help me along.  I am also interested learning about quality of the Nutrilite vitamins and supplements and how they might help my family in our overall nutrition.



When I get back I promise to share all I learned with you guys – and I'll be tweeting during the trip – stay tuned!



* We received an all expense paid trip to visit Buena Park, CA and Ephrata, WA. No financial compensation was received.

Cake POPS with Babycakes

Creating Birthday baking fun with your kids has been simplified with Babycakes treat makers -  without the hassle of a hot oven or mess.

 Babycakes offers a line of electric cake makers that heat up in five minutes, require very little cleaning, and bake treats in eight minutes or less.   Whether you want to celebrate with cupcakes, cake pops or even mini donuts, Babycakes appliances help create quick Birthday desserts or an easy treat for that last-minute party invite or family time.

The treat makers come with dozens of recipes to challenge you to go beyond the expected confections and try your hand at quiche, mini-pies, muffins, breakfast puffs or whatever else you can think up.

Being the Cupcake addict and wishing I could create those yummy cake pops only made sense to jump at the chance to review a Babycake Cake Pops electric treat maker and begin a new addiction in the Novotny home.

I have found several new recipes to try out in our Babycakes Cake pops maker and am ready for our next celebration to create fun Cake pops on a stick to share with family and friends. You can also google "Cake Pops" and find tons of ideas on decorating your Cake Pops to go along with your next celebration theme.

And don't forget Back to School celebrations - check out this fun Apple Cake pop I found over at Lori's Lipsmacking Goodness.  Click here to read her how to.

For more information and to purchase your own Babycakes Treat makers click here.


** “I wrote this review whileparticipating in a blog tour by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Babycakes we received a  complimentary Babycakes treat appliance and gift card to thank us fortaking the time to participate.

I'm A K-Cup Ambassador and You Get Deals

The Coffee is brewing for my college son in his new Keurig - Why? because when I was recently asked to be part of the K-CupAmbassador program the first thing  I thought was this handy dandy machine is not only perfect for the home kitchen but perfect for book studying college students. Just about all of my friends own and love their Keurig's so I thought now is my chance to try it out and report back to you the 24/7 MOMS who are always on the hunt for the best products to simplify their lives.

If you are looking for a graduation or wedding gift this summer this makes a perfect gift that will be used almost daily by the recipient - not many gifts will get as much love and use then the Keurig.

Our Keurig and a variety of K-Cups arrived a few of weeks ago and now everyone can have their choice of cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate in perfect single size servings. Over the next twelve months I’ll be keeping you up to date with Keurig and K-Cup giveaways and promotional discount codes specials for all of the 24/7 MOMS readers. ( check out the current deal below)

 If you have tried K-Cups in the past, what is your favorite kind?  My family can;t wait to try out more yummy K-Cup flavors.

DEAL : 24/7 MOMS use the code AM0001-3571 to receive a 15%discount on your Brew Over Ice K-Cup purchases! www.GreenMountainCoffee.com. good till June 10, 2011


keep your eye out for more deals to come.


**We received complimentary product as a K-Cup Ambassador for review no financial compensation was received.

App Of The Week: Baby's Home What Now?

The team of Parents and Experts, LLC is proud to introduce the -Baby's Home What Now? iPhone/iPad application, which instantly provides new parents with simple solutions and practical advice on how to have the best experience in the first months with their newborn baby.

The application contains all the resources to help new moms and dads find and trust their parental instincts, including:
* The entire 60-minute film, broken up into 8 chapters allowing viewers to pick and choose which topics to watch.
* Advice from experts on all the important topics and firsthand tips from parents.
* The Blog, which contains posts from our Mommy Bloggers. The entries cover a wide variety of pregnancy and newborn topics.

The Baby's Home What Now? application can be bought by clicking here

Clic-It - The Smart Diaper Bag System

Clic-It is The Smart Diaper Bag System that easily changes to meet all your needs.

Clic-It is designed to make it easier for you to care for your baby on the go. Personalize the system to meet your daily needs – take only the accessories you need with you, and hang them in easy-access, convenient positions on your diaper bag.

The Clic-It quick release clip system gives you the flexibility to design the diaper bag that works for you.

• Clic-It™, the first Smart Diaper Bag System, uniquely combines convenience, versatility and organization to help parents keep gear organized and easily accessible.

• Unique and easy to use, Clic-It allows you to customize your diaper bag to perfectly suit baby’s different ages or activities. The patented quick-release clip system allows parents to conveniently add, remove or rearrange a variety of travel accessories so they’ll always be able to find whatever it is they are looking for.

• Clic-It Accessories include: Bottle Holder, Insulated Tote, Pacifier Case, Diapers and Wipes Case, Organizer Pouch, Key Ring and Gadget Case. All you need is one hand to quickly attach or detach your baby’s travel accessories with one simple “click.”

• With its sophisticated good looks, Clic-It is suitable for moms and dads alike. And because parents can personalize the bag’s contents, they’ll never have to carry around more than they need.

• Clic-It’s clever design provides multiple style and carrying options. Clic-It easily converts from a messenger-style bag to tote bag to a belt bag for easier mobility depending on your needs. It also allows users to change flap colors to suit their mood. (Current color options include black and green.)

• Each bag features an easy-wipe interior and includes 7 quick-release accessory posts, 2 front pockets, 1 back pocket, 2 side pockets and 2 interior pockets.

Click here to visit Clic-It's website.

**We received a complimentary Clic-It bag for review no financial compensation was received.

My Take Along Puppet Theater Playset From Playmobil

What will be the HOT toys this Christmas? I know in my home Playmobil was always on the top of the list from the Doll house to Prate ships both my boys and girls have been Playmobil fans since early childhood and I have to admit as the Mom I sort of have fallen in love with these products and still will stand in an isle filled with playmobil toys wishing I was still little just so I could spend hours of imaginative play with these toys.

So, Dim the lights and raise the curtain the show is about to begin.....your children will have hours of imaginative play with the My Take Along Puppet Theater Playset From Playmobil

It’s a theater complete with an audience! The Playmobil My Take Along Puppet Theater is more than just a theater - it features a fun audio player that makes applause, audience laughter, sound effects and music! This unique Playmobil My Take Along Puppet Theater features backstage storage, multiple backdrops, and doors that look like "opening" velvet curtains! Kids can print out a script for a Punch and Judy Show on the Playmobil website to get started, but with 4 adult characters, 2 child characters, an alligator, a prop gift box and lots of props, they have plenty of accessories for unlimited story telling! The Playmobil My Take Along Puppet Theater is a special play set for little actors! Requires 2 “AAA” batteries, not included. Measures 14.1”L x 6.7”W x 10.6”H.

Features

• Includes cast of 4 adult characters and 2 child characters, alligator, prop gift box, stage backdrops, and scenery
• Audio player plays music, applause, children’s laughter and various sound effects
• Storage for figures and accessories in the back doors
• 2 “AAA” batteries required, not included
• Measures 14.1”L x 6.7”W x 10.6”H

SHOP: Click here to shop the Playmobil website now.

The Backyard Safari Outfitters Adds Creates Fun Fall Adventures

It's a jungle out there and your kids need to be equipped to survive. This past Summer my boys enjoyed outdoor adventures equipped with the Backyard Safari Outfitters products.

The fall weather is a perfect time to encourage children to get active, play outside and explore nature.

Children can now get up-close and personal with nature right in their own backyard or nearby park. Backyard Safari Outfitters equips young explorers with all the essential field gear they could possibly need for scoping out local “wildlife,” from insects in the grass to birds in the sky to frogs in a pond -- and more!

My Kids enjoyed the broad array of fun gear and tools, especially the practical and very snappy looking Cargo Vest which is rugged, and tough enough for of their outdoor adventures. It has plenty of cargo pockets which means lots of space to load up. The back of the vest features a one-size-fits-all adjustable strap and two extra mesh pockets for storing extra gear. It’s the must-have for every BACKYARD SAFARI™ kid, especially if they love to dress the part in their daily play

Caleb especially loved the Mega View Periscope this full-view periscope allows stealth viewing over boulders, high bushes, backyard fences, and around corners. Three rugged, light-weight sections telescope for a reach over 4 feet high to let you see all those out-of-reach views.

EXCLUSIVE WATER FEATURE! Flip the Mega View Periscope upside down and a full 16 inches is submersible for underwater viewing—on docks, poolside, lakes or beaches. A fish eye view...but without all that water in your ears. The periscope alone allows of hours of endless play outdoors and indoors as well.

The selection is perfect to equip your kids for their own Jungle adventures this fall

The Backyard Safari kid products are available now at Toys ‘R’ Us, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, Amazon.com, and Target. For more information about Summit Toys and a complete list of Backyard Safari products, please visit www.summittoy.com. You can also find Backyard Safari Outfitters on Twitter and Facebook where you will find great outdoor tips for families.

MOM Tip - New Kids Sonicare Toothbrush

MOM Tip : Bring fun, ease and improvement to your Child's daily teeth brushing with the new Sonicare For Kids .

FINALLY is the best way to say it. For years my husband and I have been using Sonicare toothbrushes, wishing there was an option for children. So while shopping at Target recently I was handed a money saving coupon during check out for a new Sonicare For Kids I was ready to yell FINALLY!

Finally my two youngest could have their own Sonicare's
Finally a toothbrush I trust to assist my children in their oral health
Finally a toothbrush worth the money
Finally a toothbrush that even made the tooth brushing experience FUN.

Oral health seems to be of particular concern as more than half of us parents struggle to get our kids to brush for the dentist recommended two minutes. Sonicare For Kids comes to the rescue with a new way to make daily tooth brushing more effective…and fun! This innovative power toothbrush, designed for kids ages 4-10, incorporates patented sonic technology and has features such as the KidTimer to extend brushing time each day until kids reach the recommended two minutes. The unique KidPacer plays musical tones to indicate when to begin brushing another quadrant of the mouth, and interchangeable design panels allow your kids to choose a style that's all their own.

These features can help us educate our kids about the importance of oral health during daily routines in a fun and memorable way. If you are one of the 60 percent of parents who struggle with getting their children to stick to morning and nighttime routines, simple steps like guiding them on proper brushing techniques can make every one's schedule a bit more manageable.

Follow the simple ABC's of Sonicare For Kids and in no time your kids will be reminding you when it's time to brush:

• A: Advise your kids on the importance of oral health—just as milk makes for strong bones, brushing makes for healthy teeth and gums

• B: Brush your teeth with your kids and make it fun

• C: Create special moments with your child after brushing, extending this time into your daily routine

"I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central on behalf of Sonicare and received a free Sonicare For Kids toothbrush to facilitate my review.”

Baby K'Tan Carrier

The Baby K’tan™ Baby Carrier (patent pending) is a 100% natural cotton, unique, ergonomically designed & stylish soft baby carrier.

Offered in hip neutral colors, the Baby K'tan is a cross between a sling and a more structured front baby carrier, offering the positions and benefits of both, AND MORE!

Baby K’tan LLC is an environmentally friendly company which manufactures 100% natural cotton baby carriers without chemicals or azo dyes.

All carriers are CPSIA Certified and are manufactured under safe conditions. 100% Organic Cotton carriers, certified by GOTS, are now available for sale!

I really enjoyed using this wrap with my son. There are multiple ways of wearing the wrap and holding your child. My son was so comfortable in the wrap that every time I put him in it he fell asleep!

The main thing I really liked Baby K'Tan was the fact it wasn't just one large piece of fabric that you had to wrap around your body many times. This wrap consists of two pieces of fabric (loops) that are held together by one small piece of fabric. The instruction booklet was easy to follow to create many different ways to hold your child.

I also liked how I was still able to move around and do things with my son "hanging" off of me. I was able to wash dishes and fold laundry. There wasn't any strain on my back since the smaller piece of fabric that holds the two loops of fabric together situates itself in the center of your back to distribute all the weight evenly.

Review by: Dianna Bougher

24/7 MOM

The Skinny Cow Giveaway

Have you discovered THE SKINNY COW? Rich, Creamy and Low Fat are the words that explain these YUMMY frozen snacks. The Novotny's are hooked on The Skinny Cow Ice Cream sandwiches that come in vanilla, chocolate, mint, cookies 'N cream, chocolate peanut butter and strawberry shortcake. My personal favorite is mint. These yummy treats are only 140 - 150 calories each.

Thanks to Mom Central asking me to review The Skinny Cow I was able to bring along The Skinny Cow ice cream sandwiches on our camping trip this past weekend as they make the perfect after dinner desert or cool treat during the heat of the day. The best deal I have found on them is at my local Costco so if you are a Costco shopper check your frozen section for the COSTCO size box of The Skinny Cow ice cream sandwiches.

Check out The Skinny Cow website to read about their other great frozen treats and sign-up for their E-news letter to get money saving offers in the future.

WIN: 24/7 MOMS is giving away ONE freebie coupon so you can try out The Skinny Cow Ice Cream Sandwiches and taste for your self these amazing yummy treats. To enter for your chance to win, enter your name and email address in the box below and you will be signed up for today's giveaway as well as be added to the 24/7 MOMS E-list (if you are not already a 24/7 MOMS subscriber). Winner will be chosen on May 31st, 2009.