Deciding to have a baby is a momentous decision in a couples' relationship. Making the conscious decision to have your very heart walking around outside of your body is a huge deal, after all. It's making the choice to sacrifice precious sleep for months (or years) on end, to trade in that hot little coupe for something more "family-friendly", and to experience love in a way you've never even dreamed of. Having a baby will change your life...In all the best ways possible. I often say that I feel like the day I became a Mom was the first day of my life. In many ways, it was. Sadly, for some couples, having a baby isn't as easy as it sounds. This was the case for Dan and I. I was already a Mom when Dan and I got married, and we decided right away that Kyle shouldn't be an only child. We tried and tried to conceive, and in 4 years, we had 4 losses. (Talk about heartbreaking!) Finally, after lots of heartbreak, I was diagnosed with PCOS and secondary infertility. Could we have a baby of our own? That was the question we were too afraid to ask the doctors. Luckily, we were able to ultimately have not one but TWO more children, one right after the other. Imagine my absolute shock finding out I was pregnant AGAIN with Xander right after Sophie was born. Getting pregnant for us was a group effort. We changed our lifestyles to promote fertility. This included eating fertility-friendly foods, getting more exercise, as well as taking supplements to boost fertility. I took some designed specifically for women with PCOS, and my husband took supplements to support sperm health and mobility. Sure, it took some time and patience and LOADS of trying, but everything worked out in the end. That's right. Sometimes conceiving takes effort from both sides. Did you know that a man's sperm starts losing its spunk after the age of 25? (Cheesy pun totally intended!) So for men over 25 trying to become fathers, a little help might come in handy. Luckily, there are things that couples can do if they're concerned about sperm quality. Proxeed Plus is a patented prenatal male fertility supplement product specifically designed for sperm health and provides nutrients needed for developing sperm. Proxeed Plus contains L-carnitine and Acetyl-L-carnitine, which are both shown to help promote sperm health and quality. In fact, the Proxeed Plus formulation contains about three to four times more carnitine than other men's health supplements. Proxeed Plus is taken 2 times per day, and you may begin seeing results within 3 months. It may take up to 6 months to experience the full range of benefits. But let's be real here...When you've been trying to conceive for long periods of time, 6 months will fly by in the blink of an eye! As always, it's a good idea to discuss any supplements with your trusted physician before use. Proxeed Plus is available for purchase via phone or online for $130.00 for a one-month supply, two boxes containing 30 packets each. For more information or to place an order, visit www.proxeedplus.com or call 1-888-Proxeed (776-9333).
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Proxeed Plus. The opinions and text are all mine. Sponsored by Jay CompaniesBrought to you by Mom Powered MediaThe holidays are upon us. When we think about the parties that we will have, we want to have great items around. Jay Companies is the place to get some great items for your entertaining. They have a wide range of items from dinnerware, to bar ware, to home decor and everything you would need to have a party with. Weather you are entertaining 5 people or 50 people you can expect great things from them. For over 50 years The Jay Companies has specialized in fine and casual dinnerware, crystal stemware and giftware, table charger plates and decorative accessories. Quality and fashion have been the hallmark of the Jay brand for over half a century. Founded in the early 1950’s by Paul and Erna Jay, The Company began doing business in Italy, Portugal and Spain. The Jay Companies has since added the Czech Republic and Turkey to its list of European sources as well as product from the Far East. Their ability to manufacture all items in very large quantities presents us the unique opportunity of bringing designer products to our customers at extraordinary pricing. They are always mindful of ever changing styles. Jay’s design team pays great attention to the latest trends and fashions. The company’s quality control department pays careful attention to both product and packaging, ensuring customer satisfaction.Jay Companies has graciously offered to give one lucky person this awesome gift package. That one person will receive: 2- 16 piece Dinnerware sets 1 Beverage dispenser 2 Set of 4 Champagne Flutes Disclaimer: The participating bloggers have not been compensated for this post. No purchase is necessary to enter. One entrant per household, per address. Void where prohibited by law. Winner(s) will be contacted by email and have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this sweepstakes. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. Contact Sharon@mompoweredmedia.com if you have any additional questions or comments.***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation was provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** As a relatively new homeowner, I am always looking for beautiful yet functional home decor. Wine racks, beautiful dishes, and even party and hostess items always top my list. Who doesn't love high-quality, elegant housewares, after all? I am definitely a plan of pretty things.
Recently, I was looking for a great gift for my Dad and Step-Mom. They're a bit hard to shop for, too....They like the finer things in life, but they also like to party hard. You see, my Dad is in a band. Yep. He's a rock star, and plays locally to venues full of adoring fans. So they party, and they party a lot. I wanted to give them something classy, but also fun. Thankfully, I discovered Jay Companies. This awesome online store had exactly what I was searching for! They actually have about a million items I would love for my home. I truly fell in LOVE with the Waverly Be Leaf Me dinnerware set in Teal. Seriously, I am drooling. So if anyone wants to send an awesome Christmas gift to their favorite blogger, wink-wink, this would be a great gift idea. (Kidding, of course.) Anyway, Jay Companies specializes in bring the most exquisite housewares, dinnerware, and even decor to customers at unbelievable prices. Seriously, they have boutique quality products at prices that won't break the bank. They have a wonderful selection, so there's something to suit every taste and style. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** It's that time of year, everyone! The Holiday shopping season is upon us! (At least it is if you're like me and get an early start to avoid the mad rush of frazzled, last-minute shoppers in December!)
For the 2014 Holiday season, I will be featuring tons of great gift ideas for babies, kids, men, women, pets, and even for the person who has everything. We all have some of those on our gift lists, don't we? There will even be loads and loads of chances to win many of the gifts I am featuring. How cool is that?! You can check out my 2014 Holiday Gift Guide at any time from now till Christmas. Make sure to check often, as it will be growing by the day! It's no secret that people today need to relax. Especially during the frenzied Holiday shopping season. I mean, have you ever tried navigating store aisles during a massive sale? Or finding parking? It's darn near impossible. And of you're lucky like me, (note sarcasm) you may have even experienced an eccentric older woman wearing a Snuggie trying to rip a toy from your hands because they couldn't find one on the shelves. I wish I could say I am kidding. It was definitely an interesting shopping trip! Today, I would love to talk about a great Holiday gift idea that promotes absolute luxury and relaxation. And you can order it in your pajamas at 2:00AM from the comfort of your own home. I just LOVE online ordering, don't you? So much more convenient than fighting off droves of stressed-out shoppers. Anyway, what I want to talk about is the most delicious and creative teas you will ever drink. And who doesn't want to kick off their shoes, wrap up in a cozy blanket and enjoy a nice, hot cup of tea?! Mighty Leaf Tea is well-known for producing some of the most inspired tea blends, made from only the finest ingredients from around the globe. The holiday season is upon us, which means it's time for family gatherings and delicious desserts. Luckily, Breyers has us covered! From now until 1/3/15, Breyers Ice Cream is only $3.49 at Target! See in-store for details. Head to your nearest Target store to take advantage of this special pricing and make a dessert your family and friends will love. There's a delicious Apple Pie a la Mode recipe made with Breyers Natural Vanilla Ice Cream that's sure to be a hit at your next holiday party! What would you make using Breyers Ice Cream?Share your favorite recipe by replying to this tweet on Twitter using #MySweetHolidays for a chance to win a $100 Target Gift Card! One lucky reader will be drawn from all eligible entries recorded using the form below! Giveaway is open to US residents only. Must be at least 18 years old to be eligible. Void where prohibited by law. No Purchase Necessary. Giveaway ends December 29 at 11:59pm EST. To enter, use the GiveawayTools below. Good luck!Disclosure/Disclaimer: This blog was not compensated for this post and will not be responsible for prize fulfillment. The sponsor Lunchbox will ship the prize directly to the winner. For questions regarding this giveaway, please contact Bay Area Mommy at alice(at)bayareamommy.net. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples from VTech in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Okay, so I have to let you all in on a little secret. I had to strategically place these VTech Learning Cartridges to get my photos. Why? Well, when they arrived, my 3 year old son got so excited that he literally tore one of the boxes apart to get to the learning cartridge inside...And it almost gave me a heart attack. I know you bloggers out there can relate, right?
Anyway, my littles absolutely LOVE their InnoTab MAX. They play it ALL the time, and even choose this over their "real" tablets. (They each have a Blackberry PlayBook.) We had been sticking mainly to the pre-loaded activities and the downloadable content at the VTech Learning Lodge, so we were thrilled to receive some physical learning cartridges. Little Xander was obviously over the moon, since he couldn't wait for Mommy to take pictures before tearing into the boxes! Many of us around the US are gearing up for a tough winter. Here in Ohio, we've had some snow and frigid temperatures already! Of course that's just a small taste of things to come, and we expect another miserable, freezing winter.
If you'd rather think about sunshine, the folks at Umi Children's Shoes has a fun “first look at Spring/Summer 2015” sweepstakes going on right now! They have a digital lookbook showing some of their new upcoming styles, along with mood boards showing what inspired this chic new collection. If you check out the lookbook, Umi is giving fans the opportunity to enter for a chance to win 1 of 5 $100 gift cards! Here are the details:
To enter for your chance to WIN, CLICK HERE to be taken to the official entry form! Good luck! Mia Tui Grace Handbag Review and Giveaway PLUS a DiscountBrought to you by Mia Tui Handbags and MomsWhoSaveI am addicted to handbags. I have dozens of them, in different colors, prints, and sizes. I like having something to match any outfit. A fun handbag can really make a look come together! Now you have the chance to win the "Grace" handbag from Mia Tui (a $70 value). The Grace bag has everything, and I mean everything, you want in a bag. It has a handy clip, to help find your keys quickly. It has a clear, easy-to-clean makeup pouch, and a place for your water bottle. It even has a cute wristlet that fits inside the bag, but that can be used alone too. I think you'll be crazy about this bag! Check out this silver bag with the pink lining--such a fun pop of color. Mia Tui's bags are not only functional, but well-made and come in several styles, colors, and sizes so there is definitely one for everybody. If you need a bag that will carry a laptop, need a weekend bag, or a diaper bag, Mia Tui has what you're looking for. Check out the full review of the Mia Tui Grace handbag here. And, take a look at this short video to see how much you can fit in this bag. It shows you much better than I can tell you in words. By the way, with everything this bag can carry, it is not bulky! Right now, you can take an extra 15% off any Mia Tui bag with our exclusive code: momswhosave at checkout. Don't miss out on this limited time discount. This handbag would make an excellent gift for any woman on your holiday shopping list or treat yourself to a new bag for the new year! --- WIN IT! ---You can also win a new Mia Tui Grace handbag here in your choice of color. (It's a $70 value.) Just enter on the easy Giveaway Tools form below. Good luck everyone! This giveaway is open to US and Canadian residents 18 years old and older. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** It's that time of year, everyone! The Holiday shopping season is upon us! (At least it is if you're like me and get an early start to avoid the mad rush of frazzled, last-minute shoppers in December!)
For the 2014 Holiday season, I will be featuring tons of great gift ideas for babies, kids, men, women, pets, and even for the person who has everything. We all have some of those on our gift lists, don't we? There will even be loads and loads of chances to win many of the gifts I am featuring. How cool is that?! You can check out my 2014 Holiday Gift Guide at any time from now till Christmas. Make sure to check often, as it will be growing by the day! Today, I want to focus on the men in our lives. They sure do work extra hard during the year to make sure that their families are well-taken care of. Dan is a service manager at a busy automotive repair shop, and some weeks, he works 70+ hours. Since he does so much for us every day, I definitely want to make sure he gets more than a little spoiled during the Holidays. He sure does deserve it! One thing my overly-practical husband always seems to want is a good, high quality pair of boots. He wears boots most days, and actually prefers them over tennis shoes. Being on his feet all day is tough, so his boots have definitely got to be made to take daily use, and often abuse. The el-cheapo pairs you can purchase at the local super-centers simply don't hold up. This year, Dan is in for a real treat. He is wearing a pair of amazingly comfortable and durable Lugz boots! I am a HUGE fan of this brand, and I have been drooling over their women's Tambora boots for awhile now. They would be perfect for our frigid, NE Ohio winters! ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** It's that time of year, everyone! The Holiday shopping season is upon us! (At least it is if you're like me and get an early start to avoid the mad rush of frazzled, last-minute shoppers in December!)
For the 2014 Holiday season, I will be featuring tons of great gift ideas for babies, kids, men, women, pets, and even for the person who has everything. We all have some of those on our gift lists, don't we? There will even be loads and loads of chances to win many of the gifts I am featuring. How cool is that?! You can check out my 2014 Holiday Gift Guide at any time from now till Christmas. Make sure to check often, as it will be growing by the day! Like many others during this time of year, I am excited about the Holidays. I love seeing family and friends, and of course, watching my kids' eyes light up when they open their gifts. While this time of year is joyous, it's also important to remember that not everyone is as fortunate as we are. In many other parts of the world, families struggle for basic necessities like food, shelter, clothing, and even safe drinking water. As a mom, I want to teach my kids not only to be grateful for all they have, but to also want to help others. So when I was asked to partner with World Vision to promote their Holiday Gift Catalog, I jumped at the chance. |
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