Summer Shoes For Your Little Girls!

Like any other girl out there, I LOVE shoe shopping! Especially when that warm weather rolls around and all the cute flip flops & sandals comes out. And now that I have 2 girls, I love shoe shopping even more. Everything is so little and cute and we all know girls have more options! I can't wait until they're old enough where the 3 of us can go out and just shop! This will be very unfortunate for my husband and our bank account...

(Insert his GASP face here when he sees all the shopping bags!)

But lucky for us, I have found some great deals on some adorable shoes for our little girls. The one that Lyla is wearing in the picture above, cost me no more than $15!!!

(Insert his sigh of RELIEF here when he sees the receipts!)

Below are the 4 pairs of shoes that I bought for Lyla and Kalina at TARGET!

I got this pair for Kalina. It's the Pre-Walk Girls' Genuine Kids by OshKosh Aleeza Flower Gladiator Sandals - Gold (ONLY $12.99)

I also got this pair for Kalina. It's the Pre-Walk Girls' Circo Alcina Flower Sandals - White (ONLY $9.99)

I got this pair for Lyla. It's the Toddler Girls' Genuine Kids from OshKosh Jaidyce Butterfly Thong Sandals - Multicolor (ONLY $14.99)

As seen in the picture above, Lyla is wearing the Toddler Girls' Xhilaration Jodi Beaded Thong Sandals - White (ONLY $14.99)

Also, I got Lyla her first pair of little girl's high heels. It's so cute! I actually got this pair at SEARS. It's the TKS Toddler Girl Camille - Silver. For some reason, I wasn't able to post the picture up, but you can see it by clicking HERE and it's on sale right now for $9.99!!

There isn't a time that I put these shoes on them that someone doesn't stop to tell me how cute they are and asks me where did I buy them. So I decided to share with you what my girls are wearing this summer! I guarantee you will get compliments non-stop! I know I do! They are also very soft and comfortable on their feet. Especially for Lyla who loves to run around, she had no problem wearing these. We actually put the Multicolor Flower one on her when we went to the Please Touch Museum. She walked in them ALL DAY and they did not hurt her feet or leave any red marks. They're also rubbery on the bottom and are not slippery.

They're great for the warm weather and very fashionable too!

-Natalie

Taga Bike Strollers

Taga Bike Strollers are the new "IT" item to have! I'm truly amazed by this product. It's a baby stroller and carrier bike all rolled into one. It's super fun and safe. It's also very environment friendly, which is awesome! It's easy to maneuver it around stores, elevators, etc. It fits in the trunk of you car no problem! It only weighs about 45-60 lbs. depending on the conversion. Conversion time is an estimated 20 seconds! You can't beat that. Sometimes it takes me longer with my everyday stroller!

This is what I want!! Do you know how easy and fun it would be for me to just put both of my girls on here and just pedal my way around the neighborhood?

You have to check out Taga website to see all the different conversions that this baby can do! They even have a video showing you how fast and easy it is to work it.

Take a look at this picture with Tori Spelling, her husband Dean, and their 2 adorable kids, Liam and Stella using the Taga bikes!

Here are 6 reasons why you should get one (By Taga):

1. It's pure quality time with your child(ren).
2. Ride with confidence and control.
3. It's the only bike that transforms into a stroller.
4. No parent workout can compare.
5. Taga grows with your family.
6. Invest in a truly green vehicle.

This product is certified safe and has won many awards already. It is now available in the U.S. for ordering.

Taga retail price is $1,495. I'm starting to save up right.....NOW!! Or maybe I should just start accepting donations towards my Taga fund? ;o)

Go on the Taga website for more information about it and how to order.

Tell me what you think,

-Natalie

U*neaks Giveaway!

I have teamed up with U*neaks Customizable Footwear to provide you with a FREE Giveaway! U*neaks are happy to give away a pair of sneakers and 2 pairs of socks of your choice for your toddler (boy or girl)! Total value of almost $45!

I absolutely love the pair that Lyla has right now. She does not want to take them off! We got her the Pearlized Pink Paris Z-Strap. It's so girly and fun! I love how all of their sneakers have windows that you can see through to your socks. Every time you change your socks, you're changing the look of your sneakers! Like U*neaks says, "It's a great way to unleash your imagination, match your mood and express your style."

I think they're so comfy, cute and unique. They have great tracks on the bottom making it easy for your toddler to be more active! And their socks are great too, I personally like putting ankle socks on Lyla when she's wearing sneakers and they have so many to choose from!

I've decided to let Lyla show you what she thought of her new shoes, so I handed her the camera and this is what she took all by herself!

Here's how to Enter:

• Follow my *MOM*ents blog. (Register with Blogger, if you're not already)
• Visit U*neaks website and choose your choice of sneakers and 2 pairs of socks and tell me with a comment below.
• Earn extra entries by following my *MOM*ents & U*neaks on Twitter.
• Earn more entries by liking my *MOM*ents on Facebook.
• Earn even more entries by mentioning this giveaway on your site, Twitter or Facebook.

*Don't forget to leave me your name & contact information followed by your comment*

Contest will end on Tuesday, May 18th at 11:59pm(est.)

Winner will be announced on Wednesday, May 19th!

Good luck everyone!

-Natalie

*FREE* Dunkin Donuts Coffee

Tomorrow (5/11) only, get a FREE small (16oz.) iced coffee at participating Dunkin' Donuts:

Baltimore, MD Charlottesville, VA Cleveland, OH Harrisonburg, VA Norfolk, VA Washington, DC Youngstown, OH

Pittsburgh, PA Richmond, VA Roanoke, VA Salisbury, MD Philadelphia, PA Phoenix, AZ

One FREE small (16 oz.) iced coffee per customer per visit at participating Dunkin' Donuts locations only on May 11, 2010. No purchase necessary. While supplies last. No substitutions. May not be combined with any other offer. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Taxes not included. Price and participation may vary. © 2010. DD IP Holder LLC. All rights reserved.

Visit Dunkin' Donuts website for more information!

Thanks to Mama's Little Helper for tip!

-Natalie

Please Touch Museum

On Saturday, May 8th, we went to our first visit to the Please Touch Museum. I must say we had a blast! Everything was accommodating to children, from parking to all stations inside the museum. It was also very accessible for those with strollers. We had a double stroller and I was concerned it would be very hard to maneuver it around everything and everyone, and it really wasn't!

We started having fun from the moment we walked in the door. Everyone was so friendly and nice to us. Thank you to all the staff who helped us get around, answered our questions, and greeted us from beginning to end. There was so much to do, see and touch that we didn't even know where to begin! It was a great variety of things for children of all ages to experience. As a parent, I had so much fun watching Lyla run around and have fun. I didn't have to worry about her touching anything that breaks or dropping something or fighting over something with another child. She could literally touch and do whatever she wanted. I didn't care about her making a mess, I just wanted her to have fun. At the Please Touch Museum, she was in charge. Even Kalina was great in the stroller the whole time. We had no meltdowns! She was just so amazed at everything that she just sat there and looked around.

We had a wonderful experience there. The place, the staff, the activities and even the food, was great! We definitely recommend the Please Touch Museum to anyone out there with kids that has lots of energy. This is a great place to let them run around! We will definitely be back again!

For more information on tickets & gift certificates, visiting tips, exhibits & programs, calendar of events and the kids store, please visit the Please Touch Museum website.

I've summed up our experience in a video below. Watch and see how much fun we had!

Weekly Wrap Up

Here's this week's Weekly Wrap Up:

1. I offer something to Lyla 50 times and she decides she finally wants it when I sit down.
2. My husband warned me about stickers. Enough said.
3. Windy weather SUCKS!
4. Loved celebrating my first Mother's Day with BOTH of my girls and all the other mommies this year!
5. My hubby makes everything special, no matter what.
6. Had soo much fun at the Please Touch Museum this weekend.
7. People really need to learn the rules at a 4 way stop sign situation.
8. After a certain incident, I decided to go into full-potty-training-mode! Good-bye diapers and Hello Panties!
9. Due to Kalina's urge to be heard at all times, I'm thinking of investing on some serious ear plugs!
10. Grocery shopping by myself is like therapy to me.
11. Why does RED spaghetti sauce always splatter when I'm wearing a WHITE shirt?
12. I've noticed this week some people really have A LOT of time on their hands. Wish they would share...
13. Why have a nice couch if your toddler is just going to write, color, wipe their hands, drop the messiest food on it? Seriously? It was one pattern but now it's a whole new one!

That's all for my random thoughts, I can't believe my brain actually even function for those...

-Natalie

Video: Lyla & Kalina

Here is a little video clip of Lyla (19 months at the time) teaching Kalina her ABCs! I thought it was so cute that I wanted to share it with you! Enjoy and let me know what you think...

-Natalie

Children's Medicine RECALL 2010

Hurry and check your medicine cabinet - there has been a recall on Children's and Infant's Tylenol, Motrin, Zyrtec and Benadryl.

The FDA and McNeil Consumer Health Care are working together on this recall. The recall includes the following brands: Tylenol Infants' Drop, Children's Tylenol Suspensions, Children's Tylenol Plus Suspensions, Motrin Infant Drops, Children's Motrin Suspensions, Children's Zyrtec Liquids in Bottles, Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquids in Bottles. If you have any of the listed medications in your cabinet they are advising us to discontinue use—even before expiration date.

Johnson & Johnson has recalled approximately 50 types of children’s medications in response to quality control problems and the possible presence of small particles within the medication.

The FDA is currently investigating Johnson & Johnson’s factory, and has made some disturbing discoveries. Perhaps the most serious of their discoveries is the presence of an antibiotic resistant bacteria called Burkholderia cepacia (B cepacia.)

Johnson & Johnson claims that the B cepacia did not reach the final product, and that consumers should not be concerned about it’s presence. The FDA, however, has not jumped to the same conclusion. Although the FDA has not specifically warned consumers about the possible presence of this bacteria within the medication, that have specifically urged parents not to use any of the recalled products. They are instead encouraging parents to use the generic equivalents of the medication. The FDA has also openly criticized Johnson & Johnson for their findings within the facility.

Thanks to the media for the information above. Keep a look out for any updates!

-Natalie

Weekly Wrap Up

So I'm starting this new series of posts that will be called "Weekly Wrap Up". I will try to do a new post every Monday with things that I have learned or experienced in the past week. It will be an overview of how my week(end) went. Hope you enjoy reading it!

1. Sweet potatoes on my shirt is not a good look for me! (Thanks Kalina for letting me know.)
2. I'm having a secret affair with soda.
3. I ate a whole pack of double stuffed Oreos this week. (Please don't judge!)
4. I believe that my finger will always smell and taste like Desitin.
5. My husband and I find excitement in clipping coupons for things that we need.
6. Invented a new recipe for frozen pudding with jello by accident and the hubby loved it and suggested that I try it with alcohol next time...
7. Enrolled in school and I will start next week! Loving it!
8. I'm happy and sad at the same time for realizing how fast our girls are growing up.
9. Feels so blessed to have celebrated Kalina's Christening this weekend.
10. I absolutely love having my hubby around for the whole weekend and is really happy he is no longer working Saturdays! Yay! More family time!
11. I can chew more than I bite off!
12. If you count my feet, I have 4 hands.
13. Lyla thinks the entire house and legs are her coloring world :o/
14. I have made some great deals for my blog.
15. Lyla is really starting to mimic me more and more.
16. Went a little more blonde and I must say I am having a little more fun!
17. Humidy + My Hair = HOT MESS!
18. I believe my sanity will probably run out by the time I'm 30.
19. Lyla would eat chips for breakfast everyday if she could.
20. My husband and I are a great team! (Of course I already knew this.)
21. Lyla decided she likes peas. Woo-hoo!
22. Kalina is 7 months today!
23. Sunshine makes me smile.
24. My girls have the best/funniest personalities that makes me laugh and smile everyday.
25. My laundry will probably never be up to date.
26. Why is it every time my house cleaner leaves, within 5 minutes, it looks like she never came?
27. Sneezes are taking over the household.
28. 6 year olds don't take naps?? Is this what I have to look forward to?

Until next week for more!

-Natalie

Iron Cupcake Challenge

The Iron Cupcake Challenge (ICC) is a fun way to get baking enthusiasts together to vie for the title of IRON CUPCAKE CHAMPION and it's all for charity!

Each month a flavor/ingredient will be disclosed and members must bake their best cupcake based on the given flavor, similar to Food Network's Iron Chef Challenge. Prizes are given and judges choose their favorite cupcake based on Style, Presentation, Creativity and of course Flavor! They contribute a portion of the proceeds to local charities.

(Kati's Kupcakes)

All guests are welcome to stop by and taste the cupcakes on display FREE of charge and participate in the raffle for a chance to win prizes from local companies. If you would like to enjoy some delicious food, make a reservation at the host restaurant for an additional charge.

ICC are still looking for bakers, Adult and Junior Level! There are great prizes for bakers! If you would like to sign up for this month's Iron Cupcake Challenge as a baker, please contact:

Kati at fangelini@verizon.net

It's a great event for the whole family! I can't wait to go and taste some delicious cupcakes and have a chance to win some great raffle prizes!

They will be supporting a very worthy charity this time called The Animal Welfare Association of Voorhees. The theme for the cupcakes this month is Animals!

I also can't wait for the Iron Cupcake Challenge in July! I have been chosen to be on the judging panel! I'm so looking forward to stuffing my face with some yummy cupcakes. I should go on a diet TODAY! :o)

Here is the information for this month's challenge:

Iron Cupcake Challenge: Moorestown

Sunday, May 23rd at 3:00pm.

Healthy Garden Restaurant

73 E Main Street

Moorestown, NJ

If you would like more information please visit their website: Iron Cupcake Challenge or contact Kati at fangelini@verizon.net

Hope to see you all there!

-Natalie