Ever since our son was under a year old, he has gotten yearly outbreaks around his mouth and lips that just look awful. At the advice of our pediatrician we have tried every (safe) prescription under the sun, which helped relieve the symptoms, but not alleviate them. Seems like it starts as small red sore [...]

My husband has been quick to point out that most of my reviews have been about food, food prep or juice. While that is indeed a fact, I must defend my choice of topics because I write about what I know and I know my food and drinks. Our family has had the nutritional benefit [...]

I love shoes. I’m not going to hide this shortcoming. I’ll buy shoes for myself, my husband and my sons, but when it comes to my daughters all bets are off. I started collecting shoes shortly after our ultrasound where the technician proclaimed that we were having not one, but two girls. Having been surrounded [...]

Welcome to Must Have Monday’s. Every Monday our reviewers will let you have a sneak peak into what we use in our homes and our lives. Here we will tell you about the things we can’t live without. If you have a “must have” item to pass along please e-mail us. We welcome contributions from [...]

I love the chance to light a scented candle. With young kids on the loose, the opportunity to enjoy a burning flame is a rare treat. I discovered a way to enjoy my candle passion in small doses. Elton John makes a travel tin scented candle that is perfect for taking along in hotels, keeping [...]

Our review team was recently sent some eye-catching Pin Up Lip Balm to put to the test. Our lips thank you. At least mine do, because the harsh winter has left them chapped and dry. They offer eight delicious flavors and each comes in a very creative and functional slide-top tin. They may look old-fashioned, [...]

If you have a preschooler in your home, there’s no doubt you know Dora’s cousin Diego. My boys, ages six and two, love to watch Diego on his animal rescue adventures. That is why when offered the opportunity, I was thrilled to review the new Go Diego Go! Safari Rescue game for the Nintendo Wii. [...]

I love cooking but dread the time consuming prep and busy work affiliated with creating healthy recipes. I am totally obsessed with the newest addition to my kitchen, the Wolfgang Puck Immersion Blender/Chopper. This product is a huge time saver because it completes the mundane tasks effortlessly and is super easy to clean and store [...]

I have a special child by nature who happens to life vegetables. So Lemonsquare was right up his alley. In fact, his favorite song was”Very Veggie.” I know that I have been blessed with a child who actually requests vegetables for snacks and takes his medicine without a problem, but I love songs like this [...]

Welcome to Must Have Monday’s. Every Monday our reviewers will let you have a sneak peak into what we use in our homes and our lives. Here we will tell you about the things we can’t live without. If you have a “must have” item to pass along please e-mail us. We welcome contributions from [...]