First Time Mom and Losing It

My daughter loves listening to music on my husband's iPhone when we are in the car. It is the only thing lately that has kept her 2 year old meltdowns in check. What kid doesn't love listening to the Frozen soundtrack? She loves to just click on the playlist and change the tracks back and forth. We have a little DJ behind us as we drive in the car. I was always afraid that she would drop and crack the screen so I was super excited for the chance to try the intelliGLASS Screen Protectors from intelliARMOR.


The intelliGLASS is not your ordinary flimsy piece of sticky plastic that sticks to the screen. It is specificially crafted with an ultra hard (9H - harder than steel) glass inner layer and an "Oleophobic" outer layer to prevent scratches, absorb shocks, and repeal oil & grease. Best of all, because its real glass, you retain 99.99% touchscreen accuracy and clarity. I had experiences where it would be difficult to slide or touch certain parts of the screen with the old protector on. With this protector I feel like the phone doesn't have anything on top of it.


It is also super easy to put on with the Silicone Adhesion that gives you a bubble free application.

Each intelliGLASS which works with the iPhone 5/5s/5c comes with:

• 0.33 MM intelliGLASS screen protector 
• Touch screen cleaner 
• Dust removal tape 
• Microfiber Cloth 
• intelliARMOR home buttons (do not work with fingerprint scanners) 

You can learn more about the intelliGLASS and intelliARMOR products and order one for yourself at: http://intelliarmor.com/collections/frontpage/products/intelliglass-iphone-5-5s-5c

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

My daughter loves playing pretend by wearing tiaras, hats and jewelry. She got some cute play jewelry as a gift but I had to quickly take them away when they broke into small pieces. I decided to make something safer and more durable.

Supplies:

• Template
• 3 sheets of felt, 2 in pink and 1 in purple
• Wax paper
• Sewing Machine
• Velcro
• Fusible Web
• Ribbon
• Hot glue gun 
• 1 purple and 1 pink pom pom

I have been using coconut oil for over 2 years now. I first used it to cure my daughter's cradle cap. I have used it on my hair, nails and on my skin. Since starting my weight loss journey I have used it in place of some of the oil I use in cooking.


Everyday I find more and more reasons why coconut oil is good for you:

• It helps with metabolism
• Smooths and softens skin
• Helps healthy liver function
• Natural Appetite suppressant
• Promotes cardiovascular health
• ...and much more!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Weight: I gained 1.7 pounds for an adjusted total of 53.4. My husband had a week off from work and we decided to do a staycation. I was completely off track, ate what I wanted and didn't make it to the gym.

Proud Moments:

• Though I didn't make the healthiest choices I still didn't overeat. I tried what I wanted without getting completely full the way I used to. 
• I didn't snack all day or eat tons of sweets at night. 
• I took my daughter on a lot of outdoor activities where I ran around with her. 
• I had the energy to clean out my entire extra room and closets. I also organized and got rid of a lot of excess clutter. 

I received this product for free from the sponsor of the Moms MeetSM program, May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer. As a Moms MeetsSM blogger, I agreed to use this product and post my opinon on my blog. My opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of May Media Group LLC or the manufacturer of the product.



I love shopping at Walgreens because I have two conveniently located stores in my neighborhood. When I found out I was pregnant I knew I would try their entire Well Beginnings™ product line that is exclusive to them. As Moms Meet Blogger I got to review their awesome products.

The diapers are soft and super stretchy at the waist and sides. They hug my daughter so well that it gives great protection for both day and night. I am really amazed at how soft the inner liner is that includes natural botanicals, vitamin E, and aloe. The Well Beginnings™ diapers are available in sizes Newborn to 6. Newborn, Size 1 and 2 also have a wetness indicator.


The baby wash is amazing! It has a really rich lather that cleanses baby/toddler skin without drying the skin. It is 100% soap-free, dye-free and pH-balanced. The tear-free formula is also paraben- and phthalate-free.


I really love their Sensitive Wipes because they are super strong and won't stretch which help keep hands cleans when changing diapers. They are hypoallergenic and alcohol-free.


I also got the Walgreens Pediatric Electrolyte solution in my review kit. It restores fluid & electrolytes lost during diarrhea & vomiting to help prevent dehydration.


You can connect with Walgreens online to see their latest products and get exclusive access to discounts and special offers @ walgreens.com/wellbeginnings. You can also follow Walgreens on Twitter and
Facebook

I have never had a formal first aid kit. I would always buy things as I needed it like bandages and gauze. Luckily I have not had an experience where I had to perform first aid on my daughter. I now think that it is safer to be prepared than not so I was excited when I got to review the MediBag Family First Aid Kit from me4kidz.


me4kidz does all the work for you by putting everything you need in a Kid-Friendly Organized "Doctor's" Bag. It is made of durable plastic that is easy to open. Inside the kit you get 117 first aid items for kids and the entire family. In the kit you get the following:

(12) Assorted Kid-Friendly bandages
(12) Junior bandages
(12) 3/4" X 3" Sheer bandages
(20) Antiseptic Wipes (sting-free)
(6) 2 X 2 Gauze Pads
(6) 3 X 3 Gauze Pads
(2) Knee and Elbow bandages
(1) Anti-Itch Ointment
(2) Antibiotic Ointments
(1) Burn Gel
(2) Hand Sanitizer packs
(1) Instant Cold Pack
(2) Blue Kid-Friendly Exam Gloves
(2) Fingertip bandages
(1) Plastic Disposable Tweezers
(10) Application Swabs
(1) Sting Relief Pad
(1) Emergency Information Label
(20) Kid-Friendly Fun Stickers (1) First Aid Guide
(1)Coupon for a Free 45 Item Refill Kit

This first aid kit is Pediatrician Recommended. It is manufactured in the USA and all products inside are Latex Free.


If you want to order your own Medibag Family First Aid Kit check out the following link: http://www.me4kidz.com/medibag.htm. Go to me4kidz to check out their other awesome products.

I have been substituting healthier ingredients into my old recipes like agave syrup for white sugar and almond milk for whole milk. I recently got a chance to try Cacao powder so I decided to create a healthy chocolate pudding out of it.


Cacao powder is so much better for you than just cocoa powder. Pure Natural Cacao is an Antioxidant Superfood Rich in Magnesium, Potassium, Iron, Copper & other Nutrients that can help keep you healthy.The minerals & flavonoids in Freedom Superfoods is highly alkalizing so it can help with sleep and energy. Some people who have tried the Cacao powder have noticed a decrease in appetite.


Healthy Dark Chocolate Coconut Chia Pudding

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 
• 1/2 cup light coconut milk
• 3 tblsp cacao powder
• 16 drops liquid Stevia
• 1/4 chia seed
• pinch of sea salt
• 1 tsp agave syrup
• coconut flakes (optional: for garnish)

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

When I first started my weight loss journey I started planning my meals and buying tons of produce. I wanted to make sure I always had good ingredients on hand to make healthy meals. It was hard to make 3 different meals 3 times a day. I had to cook a separate meal for my husband, toddler and myself. I started falling behind on meals and letting my produce spoil.

Diet-To-Go came to the rescue on a particularly busy month for me. When I got notified that I was picked to try out a week of meals I had to decide between the low fat, low carb or the vegetarian plan. I picked the low carb plan since I have had my most success when cutting out bad carbs.

While I waited for my shipment to come I got familiar with the Diet-To-Go app. The app is your go to for everything that goes along with your weight loss journey. After you enter all your personal information it makes it easy for you to keep track of your weight, calories eaten, exercise and steps completed and your water intake.


You can also manage your meals, put a hold to your plan and switch out meals. It is easy to add the meals you have eaten that day to keep track of your calories.


I also love that you can write on discussion forums to ask questions to experts and get support from others on a weight loss journey too.


My package came in a huge cooler with dry ice. I got 21 different meals to have 3 meals a day for a whole week. I was amazed at how nicely everything was packed and how cold and still frozen the meals were. I was worried about having space for everything in my small freezer but to my surprise everything fit nicely.


The first day I started I was a bit skeptical about how good the meals would be. When I started diets before I would always stock up on frozen diet meals that didn't taste good, were too bland and left me hungry. Diet-To-Go meals were the complete opposite. The meals were so good and flavorful. Every meal was hearty enough to keep me satisfied  until my next meals. It was nice to try different things like wasabi catfish and three cheese quiche.


The ordering process is super simple. All you have to do is pick one of the three plans and wait for your shipment. You can also swap out dishes you are not interested in. Check out Diet-Go-Diet and their great meals at: http://diettogo.com,

**Weight Loss progress to continue next week after my vacation.


I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.