LANEIGE is My New Skincare Line of Products of Choice, Special Offer Ending on May 2 & Giveaway - Ends 5/11

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for LANEIGE. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation.

I'm always on the hunt for the latest and greatest skincare product that delivers results and especially doesn't cause break outs.  I've tried so many products and devices that I can't recall all of them.  I do know one thing, since I keep moving forward, I hadn't found one that I will stick to for the long term like my CK perfume.  Now, I have found a new product that delivers fast results and I love it along with my oldest daughter who is 26.  The LANEIGE skincare line is available exclusively at Target stores and Target.com which I also love because I shop at Target all the time so this is perfect when I pick up my children's prescriptions as they are located right next to the pharmacy.  The LANEIGE skincare line features many products that will help you to streamline your routine while returning the hydration that skin desperately needs.  With working out in the yard under the hot sun, my skin needs this!  

What is nice about the LANEIGE skincare line is that whatever your skin concern might be such as holding off wrinkles, hydration, brightening, wanting that youthful glow or protecting it against the environment, there is a product.  Given I'm 46 and my oldest is 26, it really shows the spectrum on how it can deliver to different needs and ages.  The patented Advanced Water Science™ Technology is the key with LANEIGE.  I've even recommended it to friends since trying it.  It's easy to use and perfect for the mom on the go to prevent the dreaded aging effects that many of us feel.  Best part, it's affordable!

Just yesterday, I had to head out for a day full of activities so I just grabbed my LANEIGE BB Cushion compact as it's my go to foundation, sun block and primer all in one!  It really does help to block shine and lasts for hours.  The compact is very sleek and stylish and easy to use.  It's also different from what I'm used to as I had to dab the cushion into the BB cream that is water based and it goes on smooth without looking caked on and it has no odor like the other products.

My beauty routine starts once a week with the Water Sleeping masks that leaves my skin feeling recharged overnight and I do wake up with more radiant skin.  I remember seeing this youthful glow back in my 30's so it's nice to see it can be achieved again.  Have I mentioned that the products are dermatologist tested?

My next step is the Water Bank Moisture Cream that has been clinically proven to strengthen my skin's ability to retain moisture for a 24-hour intense treatment and protection against the sun's harmful rays as well as pollution and stress.

The Water Bank Serum also delivers an intense 24-hour intense hydration treatment while also protecting against the sun, pollution and stress.

If you travel a lot, you will also love the Hydration Trial Kit that features six of the LANEIGE products to help with deep cleaning to revitalization with an exclusive skin-perfecting mineral water.  The pack includes Multi Cleanser, Power Essential Toner, Balancing Emulsion, Water Bank Serum, Water Bank Moisture Cream, and Water Sleeping Mask.  It's an absolute must have if you travel and perfect for the summer vacations.

Since my daughter and I are spending a lot of time outdoors, we love how LANEIGE is working for us!  Our skin is protected when we want it to be and has such a wonderful radiant glow!

Don't forget that Mother's Day is coming up and this would make a perfect gift and if you purchase LANEIGE Water Bank Moisture Cream, Water Bank Serum or the BB Custion at participating Targets between April 19 and May 2, you will receive a $5 gift card AND if you purchase $35 or more of any LANEIGE product, you will get a free LANEIGE Hydration Trial Kit!  Hurry as you only have until the end of day on May 2!

Visit LANEIGE at the LANEIGE website or LANEIGE at Target.

One person will win a LANEIGE Hydration Trial Kit!

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Weleda Baby Derma White Mallow Natural Baby and Skin Care Products Work

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Weleda. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation.

I've been in a learning phase over the last several years relative to products that I use for myself and namely my children. The more I read, the more concerned I am on what I do use for my children which is why I read a lot about natural products.  Finding products that have safer ingredients is important to me.  Weleda Baby Derma White Mallow Collection introduces a dermatologically tested product line even for the most sensitive skin.  Since we don't always know how our babies will react to skin products, I feel better applying products that are already suited for sensitive skin.  On top of that benefit, Weleda uses natural ingredients and harnesses the power of organic white mallow, pansy and precious plant oils.

The Weleda line of lotions also provide rich, essential fatty acids that build and improve baby’s skin barrier function from newborn and up.  Weleda’s new line of skincare products, with an average organic content of 93 percent, helps mitigate symptoms of eczema and aid in the treatment of babies’ sensitive skin all year-round.  I wished I had this for my middle one that had eczema bad as a baby.

The Review:

I received Weleda Baby Derma White Mallow Baby Lotion, Face Cream and Diaper Creme. Ironically, our little one just started getting a diaper rash upon receipt. It had no odor which I really liked.

The Weleda Baby Derma White Mallow Baby Lotion was perfect for offering good coverage without the greasy left over feel.  It's lightweight but isn't skimpy on coverage.  As in the case of the lotion, it had no offensive odor.

The Weleda Baby Derma White Mallow Baby Face Cream was also perfect for offering great coverage without it going on thick and greasy and blocking pores.  

The Weleda Baby Derma White Mallow Diaper Creme was nice and thick, not thin or greasy and it covered well.  Like the other two, it had no offensive odors.

If you can see from the before and after pictures below, the rash that popped out of nowhere was gone within hours of applying:

Top:  Before  Bottom:  After

Results:

The diaper rash improved by the time of the next diaper change and his face improved in a couple of hours with it being completely gone in just a few hours.

An unanticipated benefit was my oldest used the diaper cream on irritation she had between her breasts and it actually worked in reducing the inflammation and soreness!  I am a twice over family so I have children of all ages! 

Overall, the products work great and I would recommend them!

To learn more about Weleda products, click on the Weleda Baby Derma White Mallow Natural Baby and Skin Care Products link.

To find Weleda products, visit buybuyBaby or Whole Foods Market as well as select natural health food stores or online at usa.weleda.com.   If you purchase online at Weleda, use promo code WELEDABABY  and get 20% off your purchase.  This code expires on June 30, 2015.

More about Weleda:

Our Mission

We stimulate and inspire your body, soul and spirit. In doing so, we encourage you to draw from your own vitality and discover inner balance. This enables your individual health and authentic beauty to unfold.

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JLuxe by JLo a Great Mother's Day Gift or Just Because

"A woman who doesn't wear perfume has no future," Coco Chanel is a quote that I'm reminded of when I think of perfume.  There is another one that escapes me but it's the reason that I went back to wearing perfume again.  There is something that becomes a person especially if it's a scent that a person decides to wear long term.  It's something that can remind someone long after they passed on of that person.  A scent is something that is memorable but it's also something that has to be worn correctly as there is nothing worse than being choked up when someone walks by and is wearing too much!  I like subtle fragrances and that is what JLuxe by JLo is about.  A floriental fruit fragrance that will leave an impression with luscious medleys of pineapple and sweet raspberry.  It's a brilliant floral bouquet of soft violet and Damascenian Rose upon layers of warm amber, cedarwood and musk.  

If you haven't heard of it, check it out at Kohls as it's coming to Kohls the week of 4/20.  Kohls is one of my favorite stores and I have purchased some clothes from the JLo line of fashion.  Kohls is a really great place for making you feel beautiful from the clothes, shoes, beauty products and more.  As you can see from the picture above, the box is very chic and the bottle matches.  It would make a great Mother's Day gift or a gift to yourself just because!

It's a light fragrance that after time, evens out to a nice aroma that doesn't overpower those around you.  Priced at $49 for a 1.7 ounce bottle, it gives you a chance to offer some pampering in a great looking package with a memorable fragrance.  

Crepe Erase Review

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Crepe Erase. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation.

I had previously posted my first impression on the Crepe Erase™ System here and now I'm providing an updated review after I had a chance to try it for three weeks.  I'm a big health and beauty consumer and am always looking for the next best product.  The Crepe Erase™ System interested me mostly because it addresses an unmet need which are the other areas of your body that no one targets such as the neck, check, elbows and knees.  I'm not overly concerned, yet, with my elbows and knees but I am with my neck and chest.  I've had years and years of sun damage that makes my chest look years older than I am.  

As I previously wrote, my initial thoughts on Crepe Erase™ system included being drawn to the package design as it was simple yet elegant.  It's simple with great eye appealing colors.  To me, although packaging counts, the products efficacy is most important.  The packaging isn't overdone and doesn't overshadow the product.  The Exfoliating Body Polish comes in a flip top tube making it easy to apply and the Intensive Body Repair Treatment is a large mouthed, circular jar that makes it easy to scoop up a pearl shaped amount.  The fact that the Crepe Erase™ system also has Jane Seymour as a spokesperson doesn't hurt as she looks fabulous!

What is the Crepe Erase™ system?  It is a two part system that doesn't take a lot of time in spite of how it sounds.  

Step 1: Exfoliating Body Polish.  It is a very gently body polish that contains TruFirm™ which is a breakthrough firming complex that works on rejuvenating dry, aging, crepey-looking skin on the neck, chest, legs and arms. I'm going to be 47 this July and I have terrible sun damage on my chest and I'm noticing the dry, crepey-look on my neck, knees and elbows so this was wonderful to know that it works on those most neglected areas.  It exfoliates dead skin cells to help reveal smoother younger-looking skin while promoting healthy skin turnover thus making overall skin texture improved. 

Step 2:  Intensive Body Repair Treatment.  This ultra-rich formula also contains TruFirm™ which is their exclusive skin firming complex infused with a rejuvenating blend of botanicals to visibly smooth, firm and tighten the look of aging dry, crepey, skin on the neck, chest, legs and arms.  The nutrient rich, super-hydrating oils also provide all-day moisture and protects the skin.  It's very easy to apply and after about a minute of circular massaging, it is absorbed without a greasy feel.  Both products have no overpowering odor which I hate when a product overpowers my senses.  

As I noted above, I've used it for three weeks now have noticed some improvements to the chest area.  You can click on the picture to see it in a larger format.  The circled area shows the most intense sun damaged area.  I have found the products easy to use and the instructions straight forward.  I think the lighting was off on the "before" picture on the neck area so it didn't capture the true appearance.  Based on the "before" and "after" pictures, you can see a visible change in the damaged appearance.  

Overall, I like the product, I am happy with the results and will continue to use it to see how much more it can improve the appearance.  I'm using it on my hands as well and wished I had taken a before picture because I feel my hands look much better.


*Extra Information:

• 100% of users said their skin instantly felt healthier.
• After 4 weeks:
• 94% of women reported their skin appeared plumper and more hydrated.
• After 8 weeks:
• 88% reported that their skin appeared less like crepe paper skin.
• 86% said that their skin appeared renewed and rejuvenated.

*Based on Crepe Erase™ user perception studies. Individual results may vary.

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$25 Walmart or Target You Choose Gift Card Giveaway - Ends 3/31 - Open to All

I received a couple of gift cards from my blogging activities and wanted to share them with my readers by offering a giveaway as it's been awhile.  Just check out the form below and enter one or as many times as you want!

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The GB Asana35 AP Carseat is About Safety, Convenience and is Just a Must Have

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for GB. I received a product sample to facilitate my review and to thank me for my participation.

When it comes to safety, nothing is too good for my children.  Even though I don't travel very often and that means day to day, I want to ensure my children are safe and secure in the vehicle.  It's all very confusing as every day it seems that a carseat is being recalled or you read all these 'make sure you secure your child appropriately' messages.  When I look for a carseat, I read reviews and try to determine which is the best one to purchase. This is where the GB Asana35 AP carseat  came into play as I saw wonderful reviews so I had to try one out for myself.  Given they have been making carseats for over 25 years in their state of the art facilities was also a plus.  The GB Asana35 AP carseat is a rear facing carseat that allows for a weight range 4-35 pounds and height range 32" or less.  You might be thinking that it's a carseat so what's so different about this one over the others?  There are many features that really drew me to the GB Asana35 AP carseat:

• Adjustable recline foot button that allows you to easily change the recline position without tearing out your hair.
• The push button lower anchor connectors are stored in the bottom.  Not as easy as the adjustable recline foot but they make it easy to store.
• The FirmFit System allows for a load leg at the base thus assisting with a downward rotation in a crash.  It's adjustable to allow for different lengths which is great given how no two vehicles seem to be alike.
• The FirmFit Arm provides a better, tighter and safer fit to your vehicle with minimal effort and that is always a positive.  Carseats can be a pain in using but this one really is revolutionary in the ease of use and the safety aspect in my opinion.  It provides 20 pounds of additional force and provides the assurance that the seat is secure at all times.
• The FirmFit harness is also a great feature in that every time you adjust the headrest and the harness, they adjust together making it much safer and convenient. When I had to tighten, all I had to do was pull the tightening strap at the feet location and it pulled the harness and headrest to my baby's shoulders. Not having to worry if I have everything just right is a huge plus to me.
• An infant insert for smaller infants 4-6 pounds which can be used also for infants weighing 6-10 pounds.  In the past, I had to purchase inserts so this is definitely a nice feature.  It's large for the seat but it's a necessity when the infant is small.
• The built in storage area for the manual is a win as well because I always think I will remember where I store the manuals and always forget.
• Side impact protection coupled with all the other safety features really gives me peace of mind.
• It's stylish and fits any interior relative to color.  

FirmFit System Load Leg provides extra safety in the event of a crash.  It's adjustable and fits all vehicles.

The base is easy to install and there are easy to follow instructions along the side while the manual stores in the base.

I really love the FirmFit System load leg given the extra safety protection it provides.  It really makes sense!

Reclines to fit baby's needs and preferences.

Installation was a breeze too!  No more fishing your hands and becoming a contortionist trying to get the belts through the holes.  Instead you just press a button to lift up the latch that holds the seat belt and then you just buckle it in.  This is also great for those families that have to move the carseat to another vehicle.  Finally, an easy way to do this!

Just pull the lever in the back and the carseat pulls right out.  Putting it back on only involves sitting it on the base and it snaps in.  The ergonomic handle also makes carrying your baby in the crook of your arm as most parents know, we have to be the masters of carrying everything and the kitchen sink.  It's also lightweight at 9.2 pounds without the base.

Overall, the GB Asana35 AP is definitely a carseat that I would highly recommend and my oldest daughter agrees as she has a baby.  It's all about safety and convenience and that is what won us over.  It's convenient to use, unlike many others, and the safety features are just amazing.

Check out the GB Asana35 AP exclusively at Babies R Us.



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Crepe Erase First Impression

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Crepe Erase. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation.

I'm nearly obsessed with the latest and greatest beauty and health products that help me to look my best while retaining my youth.  I've tried all sorts of creams, serums and many devices.  I suppose it might be a vanity issue or I think I just have my paternal grandmother's genes in that I put a lot of attention to appearances.  My latest and potentially greatest find is the Crepe Erase™ system.  I was definitely excited to be able to participate in this unique line of products because it addressed something that many wrinkle/youth based products don't and that is other areas other than your face.  My oldest claims I'm too critical when it comes to aging and I do notice necklines, chests, knees and elbows.  When I see the celebrities wearing next to nothing and are over 45 or so, I notice all those body parts while they have flawless faces.  To me, if I want to maintain a healthier, younger looking appearance, it means all of me.

I'm only writing this first post (review) on my initial thoughts on Crepe Erase™ system.  I will admit that I'm a stickler to packaging and I think that's the intermediate graphic artist in myself coming out.  I look for packaging that is elegant or sophisticated.  The packaging is simple with eye appealing colors.  To me, although packaging counts, the products efficacy is most important.  The packaging isn't overdone and doesn't overshadow the product.  The Exfoliating Body Polish comes in a flip top tube making it easy to apply and the Intensive Body Repair Treatment is a large mouthed, circular jar that makes it easy to scoop up a pearl shaped amount.  The fact that the Crepe Erase™ system also has Jane Seymour as a spokesperson doesn't hurt!  I gravitated towards her a bit more after seeing her cruel performance in Austenland.  I diverted a bit so back on track!

What is the Crepe Erase™ system?  It is a two part system that doesn't take a lot of time in spite of how it sounds.  

Step 1: Exfoliating Body Polish.  It is a very gently body polish that contains TruFirm™ which is a breakthrough firming complex that works on rejuvenating dry, aging, crepey-looking skin on the neck, chest, legs and arms. I'm going to be 47 this July and I have terrible sun damage on my chest and I'm noticing the dry, crepey-look on my neck, knees and elbows so this was wonderful to know that it works on those most neglected areas.  It exfoliates dead skin cells to help reveal smoother younger-looking skin while promoting healthy skin turnover thus making overall skin texture improved. 

Step 2:  Intensive Body Repair Treatment.  This ultra-rich formula also contains TruFirm™ which is their exclusive skin firming complex infused with a rejuvenating blend of botanicals to visibly smooth, firm and tighten the look of aging dry, crepey, skin on the neck, chest, legs and arms.  The nutrient rich, super-hydrating oils also provide all-day moisture and protects the skin.  It's very easy to apply and after about a minute of circular massaging, it is absorbed without a greasy feel.  Both products have no overpowering odor which I hate when a product overpowers my senses.  

To date, I've used it for three days and although I haven't noticed any visible differences, I have found the products easy to use and the instructions straight forward.  I'm looking forward to posting again after I've had time to use it accordingly.  Having a new way to help my aging skin on the neck, chest, arms and legs look firmer and younger-looking is a definite win.  

*Extra Information:

• 100% of users said their skin instantly felt healthier.
• After 4 weeks:
• 94% of women reported their skin appeared plumper and more hydrated.
• After 8 weeks:
• 88% reported that their skin appeared less like crepe paper skin.
• 86% said that their skin appeared renewed and rejuvenated.

*Based on Crepe Erase™ user perception studies. Individual results may vary.

Stay tuned for another update on my experiences with the Crepe Erase™ system along with some before and after side by side pictures!

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Doctor On Demand (DOD) is a MUST Have Service #ad

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Doctor On Demand. I received a free trial coupon code to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation.

As everyone knows that with time comes advances with new technology and things will probably never look the same.  The improvements to our daily lives are a big win especially when sometimes you wonder why they didn't have something like this long before now?  What I'm talking about is the ability to see a board certified physicians, psychologists or lactation consultant via your smartphone, tablet and desktop computer! How amazing is that to not have to trudge into an office, wait in line, possible become infected with germs or taking time to leave your job?  The new concept, Doctor on Demand (DOD) is a fantastic idea!  Given I have three children and they all have chronic conditions, the last place I want to take them to is a doctor's office to pick up new germs or illnesses.  From the speed of my computer (sound and webcam needed), I can now login, search for a doctor or psychologist, select my date and time and within minutes, I have secured an appointment without leaving my computer chair!

No computer?  No problem!  All you have to do is download the Doctor on Demand app on a smartphone or tablet.  After signing up or logging in, the next step is to provide a list of your symptoms and you will be instantly connected to a provider licensed in your state for a video visit.  It honestly couldn't be easier! It took me maybe two minutes to create my account and to find a board certified psychologist to arrange a visit with.  What I liked the most about this was the ability to see a photograph of the psychologist and I was able to get a profile of their experiences and credentials.




Doctor on Demand requires no insurance and they will not be contacted.  Each visit is reasonable rated at:

• First visit FREE with my special coupon code: HEALTH15
• $40 for a 15 minute visit with a board certified medical physician to include pediatrics.
• $50 for a 25 minute psychology session.

Since your first visit is free, you have nothing to lose in trying it out!

Other benefits:

• No monthly service fees
• Schedule appointments for yourself, your child or someone else.
• Thorough as there is a section to add any medication you are currently taking and a variety of symptoms to check off so the physician will know more upon initiating the video visit.
• An easy to use calendar allowing you to pinpoint an exact date and time of availability PER your schedule!
• A text message will arrive alerting you that your physician is ready.
• There is a four hour window allowance to cancel an appointment for any reason.

Tips to ensure a great video visit:

• Be prepared ahead of time for your video visit as you have the 15 minute window for your visit so you don't want to login right at the time for the visit.
• Make sure your device or computer is well charged.
• Make sure you are sitting in a well lit and quiet area.

My Review:

My first visit was easy to complete as I received a text reminder on my iPhone informing me it was time for my visit.  I clicked on the app and it started right up.  The quality of the call will be dependent on your internet or wifi connection.  I think for my next one, I will use my desktop with webcam and microphone to have a better view and better connectivity.  The person I chose was very helpful, took the time to really care about what I wanted to say and provided feedback that was beneficial.  The only con was the call was too short but of course, she couldn't spend the day with me!  Overall, I enjoyed the call much better than trudging across the city to go into an office, to sit in a waiting room just to speak to a doctor.  This was ideal and my children's schedule wasn't affected either as they just had a little more playtime!  

If you are short on time or find it inconvenient to drive into an office, this is for you!  You don't get the in person one on one but a video conference, to me, is right up there being next to someone.  I was able to see who I was talking to and if anything, for those that aren't people persons, this is great as you don't have to interact with anyone other than the doctor.  The doctor I spoke to informed me when our time was running out in case I had other concerns or questions.  I would highly recommend this service and will use it again.

Please note, you must enter your coupon code HEALTH15 at Doctor on Demand upon registering.  You can use it immediately or store it for later.  It will request a credit card number but you will not be charged.

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Urbini Emi Travel System is Another Hit for Convenience, Quality, Price & Reliability #ad

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Urbini. I received an Urbini stroller to facilitate my review as well as thank me for my participation.

We've all had those moments where we kept hearing about how good something is and how we must check it out for ourselves.  I read all the positive reviews about the Urbini TravelSystems and knew I had to try one out for myself.   Having a baby, whether the first or subsequent, you really do want to provide for the best for him/her coupled with finding ways to make your life a little easier.  In the past, I had a smaller stroller for portability reasons, a car seat and a bigger stroller which makes life complicated not to mention a space saver they were not.  The Urbini Emi Travel System is a full sized stroller but it's lightweight and truly does make life on the go much easier. 

Other pro's I have found include:

Having the flexibility to have a seat that reclines is perfect for long excursions where my baby needs to sleep or is wide awake and wants to observe everything around her.  

The large canopy is ideal for keeping out the sunlight or protecting against snow or rain. 

This stroller is also ideal for outdoors since the front swivel wheels makes it easier to steer and get around uneven terrain.  I've had strollers in the past that make it very difficult to take a walk due to the wheels always getting stuck.  It's very easy to push.

Unlike other strollers, it's easy to open and fold without having to worry about smashing a finger or needing super human strength.  This was a huge plus for me too as I've had too many in the past that were complicated to shut or open.  

I, like many, utilize the stroller when I shop and being able to place my packages and diaper bag in the very large basket that also has a zipper compartment to stow away something I may not want to be in plain sight.  

The adjustable handles are perfect for when I'm out and about since I'm short and it allows for easier pushing.  When my husband, who is much taller, is in charge of pushing the stroller, he now has the option to adjust to his height instead of having to hunch over.

The Urbini Sonti infant seat comes LATCH equipped with a 5-point safety harness and crash and side impact protection as you never want to take a chance in improperly safeguarding your children in faulty or less safety minded seats.

Overall, the Urbini Emi Travel System meets and exceeds our expectations.  I love the Electric Blue color and so does my son.  I took him outside in it and in no time, he feel asleep.   It's practical to have a stroller and car seat in one and since he can use it up until he's over 35 pounds, it's a win-win.  He will go with the stroller and given it's such a smooth ride, he is happy along with us!

The Urbini products are exclusively available at one of my favorite retailers Walmart.

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The Omni 3-in-1 Travel System Allows You to Take Baby from Infant to Toddler Years with One Stroller - Sponsored

I participated in a Blog Blast on behalf of Mom Central for Urbini. I received information from Urbini to facilitate my post as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation.

Parenting is hard when you want the best for your new baby and it can be complicated in choosing the best product at the best value.  I remember with my older children having to buy an infant seat rear facing seat and then having to purchase another car seat once they outgrew that one and then a separate stroller which all adds up to a lot of money and inconvenience.  The Urbini Omni 3-in-1 Travel System is a wonderful new product that allows your baby to grown from the infant stage to the toddler years with only one stroller.  

Urbini is a new brand that desires to bring stylish and adaptable products to help parents care, protect, and nurture their babies.  Urbini's first three products that launched at Walmart earlier last year, included the Omni 3-in-1 Travel System.  This versatile system offers a variety of strolling options as your baby grows from nesting in an infant car seat, to relaxing in the cozy bassinet, to riding forward or parent facing in the convertible stroller seat.  It was so popular when first released at Walmart stores and online, that it sold out in just one month but is back in stock!

The reviews on Walmart's website speaks for itself with 163 five star ratings and I will definitely look into purchasing one!  I also like that the Omni 3-in-1 Travel System is also available in the following colors:

Black

Lime

Peacock

Pink

Red

Viola

·       Urbini also has The Hummingbird which is the world's lightest full-featured stroller with a one handed closing capability and who wouldn't like that?  Strollers can be such a hassle and the closing mechanism can be equally a pain so The Hummingbird sounds ideal!  The Touri includes a stroller and Petal Infant Car Seat creating the ultimate on-the-go travel system which is another win-win for parents.  Anyone who travels with infants and toddlers knows the benefits of convenience.  I remember visiting Disney and having to lug around a toddler and a stroller while trying to hop on and off trams.  What a pain that was given the weight and the complexity in closing it!

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#Travel, Move and Live in Oahu for an Enriching Experience to Add to Life

To travel to Hawaii is an experience in itself and I had visited the island of Oahu about three times and loved it each and every time.  To move to Hawaii is a once in a life time event and it is something that I did.  One really gets to experience so much more when you get to live in place that is different from what you grew up with.  Who from Indiana wouldn't have jumped at an opportunity to reside in a daily paradise?  

What better place to get married as well!  This was from 2006 along the shore of Turtle Bay.  The north end of the island is a must see small drive to experience all the variations that Oahu has to offer.  If you catch it at the right time, you'll get to see amazing huge turtles to include some mean surfing competitions.

When you visit the southeast coast, you get to see one of the most popular tourist destinations on the island, Hanauma Bay.  It's a marine embayment formed within a tuff ring.  The word hana means bay in the Hawaiian language (the usual addition of bay in its name is thus redundant). There are two etymological interpretations of the second part of its name.^[4] One interpretation derives it from the Hawaiian word for curve, referring to either the shape of the feature or to the shape of the indigenous canoes that were launched there. Another stems from the indigenous hand-wrestling game known as "Uma".

No trip is complete without visiting Waikiki from the sandy beaches to the zoo to shopping and you cannot forget Pearl Harbor.  The Ala Moana Center is an open-air shopping experience from the well known brands to the most expensive tastes all the way to the unique boutiques.  Shop, eat and enjoy the wonderful ambiance with a drink at one of the outside bars for that extra island experience.

After you finish eating and you need that little extra oomph of exercise to work off the calories, check out Diamond Head.  It's a a volcanic tuff cone known to Hawaiians as Lēʻahi, most likely from lae 'browridge, promontory' plus ʻahi 'tuna' because the shape of the ridge line resembles the shape of a tuna's dorsal fin.  British sailors in the 19th century, who mistook calcite crystals on the adjacent beach for diamonds, named it Diamond Head.  It's only a 0.75 mile hike but it's all uphill and of course, the trip down is much easier.

In 1968, it was declared a National Natural Landmark. In the early 1900's due to its height, was used as a military lookout.  It spans 475 acres.  For those who remember Magnum PI, it was also used in several of the episodes.

No trip to the island is complete without stopping to pay your respects at Pearl Harbor.  We lived near the Harbor and if we walked to the local stores, we could look down and see it along with all the ships.  It was truly an experience to think about that fateful day on December 7, 1941 when for the first time in American history, we were attacked on our own land.  All in all, 188 US aircraft were destroyed and 2,403 Americans were killed with another 1,178 wounded.

Before we left Hawaii for the mainland, we lived temporarily at IHG Army Hotel on Ft. Shafter.  I thought it was a fitting goodbye to such a beautiful experience.

If you visit Oahu, you will want to rent a car because exploring the island is a must.  The more you drive, the more you see!  Also, try to visit at least one other island while you are there!