Archives for September 2011

Mommy Makeover… Yes Please!

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I don’t need to tell you how busy moms are. I’m sure if you are reading this you already know how little time you have left to yourself at the end of the day.  I am in the same boat.  I stay busy with my 6 kids and, while presenting myself well is pretty important to me, sometimes life just gets in the way.
I hadn’t found someone I loved to do my hair since I moved 2 years ago and let’s just say my “I’m growing my hair out” excuse was getting old.  When I saw that Milk and Cuddles was hosting a Makeover Giveaway I jumped at the chance to enter.  Surprisingly I won! I was so excited and wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to make a change but wasn’t sure what I wanted.
The giveaway was for for a haircut, color and makeup application at Indira Salon an Aveda Salon in Carrollton, Texas.  I made an appointment with Veronica and told her my thoughts on what I thought I wanted.  She was amazing!  She advised me on what to do for my face shape and updating my style.  She did a beautiful job.  So beautiful that my husband about flipped.  He loves it and ha been complimenting me on it ever since.
So why am I sharing about my makeover here?  Because I think all of us mom can use a reminder to take care of ourselves and take time to do thing that help us to feel beautiful.  It’s good for you, good for your marriage and good for your kids to see too!
If you live in the DFW area visit Indira Salon and tell them I sent you! You will be happy you did!

 

Filed Under: Dallas/Fort Worth

Bluum: Mom & Baby Stuff in Your Mailbox Every Month

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Have you heard about Bluum?  It’s the latest and greatest for mom + baby! I am in love with this idea (honestly I wish I would have thought of it first)!  Bluum sends out a box of deluxe size samples for mom and baby each month. 
Bluum boxes contain samples and products that are high end, organic, and some of the Bluum moms favorite finds.   Sometimes you don’t want to invest in a whole big bottle of something but just want to try it out.  Or perhaps you are missing out on the greatest new product because you haven’t discovered it yet. These are all reasons that a Bluum membership sounds amazing to me!  Besides, who doesn’t love a box full of goodies in the mail every month?!
Bluum boxes start at $9 a month. You’ll be able to find full size versions of the samples you receive in the Bluum Shop if you want to purchase them.  To sweeten the deal they offer reward points when you shop, refer friends or do product reviews. Wouldn’t this also make a great gift for a new mom? 
To start getting Bluum boxes in your mailbox every month sign up here.
Filed Under: Gift Ideas Tagged With: , ,

$10 Credit to Use at Plum District for New Members

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Right now when you sign up as a new member at Plum District you get a $10 credit when you use this link.  This credit means you can get a deal for free or nearly free!  I love Plum District! It is one of my top favorite deal sites for moms, babies and kids.

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Ribbies Clippies: Adorable Hair Clips for Little Girls {and a giveaway}

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With 5 girls I have been through my fair share of hair styling battles. Little ones are the worst when it comes to sitting still and letting me do their hair.  When I got my hands on some Ribbies I was excited because these little clippies are crazy cute and so quick to put in.  Who needs a pony tail when you can pop in cute Ribbies in just a few seconds?
I am a hair bow and flower fan too but for little ones with finer hair sometimes the bow doesn’t make it out the door with us.  I’ll often find it on the floor because it fell out or in the car because it was easily pulled out.  That’s why I am loving Ribbies!  These adorable clippies have foam grip on them so they are not easily pulled out and won’t fall out!
Ribbies are great for older girls too.  I love this look of two clippies on one side!
There are SO many incredibly cute designs of Ribbies to choose from so you can have them match every outfit if you wish.  Or you can just pick a few simple designs to match almost everything.  My favorite set is the Zoe set (shown below) but it’s not an easy choice.
 If you’d like to get your hands on some Ribbies Clippies you can purchase them here.  Don’t forget to check out their headbands, clippie holders and pacifier clips as well.
Would you like to WIN 2 adorable gift sets of Ribbies Clippies {$24 value}? Follow the instructions bellow to enter and be sure to leave me a way to contact you in case you are the winner.

Mandatory to Enter:

Go check out Ribbies Clippies and come back to tell me which design you would love to have if you win.

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Tweet about this giveaway (up to once daily) you can use this message or tweet your own and include the link to this giveaway and @mommykudos:
“Win 2 gift sets of cute & stylish Ribbies Clippies! Your little girl will love these! https://www.mommykudos.com/2011/09/ribbies-clippies-adorable-hair-clips/ ”

Contest ends October 4th at 11:59 PM EST. Open to U.S only.

Disclosure: I was given a set of Ribbies for free to review.  As always, my opinions expressed here are my own.

 

Filed Under: Great Finds for Babies, Reviews Tagged With: ,