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Ahhhhh Listerine

Thanks to Mom Central and Listerine for the opportunity to try out Listerine Total Care.

I am one of those people who don't always get to the dentist on a regular basis. Dentist visits are anxious visits for me. So I am freakish about brushing and flossing daily. I don't always use mouthwash because of the taste. But I thought I'd take a chance with this Listerine Total Care. Here's a little information about it:

There are 6 benefits in LISTERINE® TOTAL CARE Anticavity Fluoride Mouthwash that give you a cleaner, healthier mouth:

·    Helping to prevent cavities
·    Restoring enamel
·    Strengthening teeth
·    Killing bad breath germs
·    Freshening breath
·    Fighting unsightly plaque above the gum line

No other fluoride mouthwash is more complete than LISTERINE® TOTAL CARE. Anticavity Mouthwash.

The first time I used it, it was zingy. My whole mouth felt tingly, and this has not been the case with other mouthwashes I've tried. The taste was fresh, but not medicinal or having that alcohol-like aftertaste. My mouth felt clean, like I had just been to the dentist.

It's recommended that you use Listerine Total Care twice daily for best results, and not eating or drinking for thirty minutes after rinsing with it. My biggest challenge so far has been using it twice a day. I almost always forget after the morning use and drink something.

If you are looking for something to help fight cavities and plaque, freshen breath and restoring the enamel on your teeth, I recommend giving Listerine Total Care a try.

Thanks again Mom Central and Listerine for the chance to try this product!

Eeeeewwwww I Need Neosporin!

I has boo-boos.

We all has boo-boos.

My son is always coming to me with a hang nail or a paper cut or some scrape he got while doing something he shouldn't have been doing.

I manage to cut my legs when I shave no matter how well I lather with shaving cream.

My husband is always wrapping a band aid around a finger.

We are a Neosporin family. Check any drawer in either bathroom and you'll find some.

So thank you, thank you , THANK YOU to Mom Central and Johnson and Johnson for the chance to review some great Neosporin products.

Here are some facts about boo-boos and Neosporin:

Did You Know:
46% of people treat wounds to soothe them and relieve pain.
Painful wounds including splinters, shaving cuts, blisters, hang nails, ripped cuticles, paper cuts and burns account for nearly 40% of wound types that people sustain.
Even minor cuts and scrapes can become contaminated with dirt and germs, which may cause infection.

Product Description:
From the #1 doctor recommended brand, NEOSPORIN® + Pain Relief First Aid Antibiotic/Pain Relieving Ointment and Cream help prevent infection and provide temporary relief of pain or discomfort in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.

Product Benefits:
Helps prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes and burns.
Soothes painful cuts.
Soothes the pain of burns.
Suitable for ages 2 and up.
Available nationwide in food and drug stores, and mass merchandisers for $4.77 - $9.07.
Available sizes – Plus Pain Ointment: 1/2 ounce tube, 1 ounce tube; Plus Pain Cream: 1/2 ounce tube, 1 ounce tube.

Mom Central, in conjunction with Johnson and Johnson, sent us one ointment and one cream, plus this handy little Neo-to-Go spray that fits in your purse, bag, glove compartment, where ever you need it, AND the spray container resists crushing. (great for those moms who have tough little boys who like to destroy things!)

Now in my experience, I've always used the Neosporin ointment and have been quite happy with it. But having the option of using the cream with a child who isn't always open to having ointment put on him (because he can SEE it) makes treating the boo-boos less stressful for both of us. I tried the cream on my son when he got a paper cut and he was happy to have "medicine" that was more like a lotion.

So go to Neosporin and check out more information on their products and how they can make your boo-boos better.

Disney on Ice: Magical Memories

One of my favorite memories as a child was going to the ice shows that came to town. They always arrived in February, just in time for my birthday, and my grandparents and aunt would always take me to the show. I loved the lights, the costumes, the music, and watching the performance on ice. I wanted to be out there too. So when I had the chance to blog about this offer, I couldn't pass it up. Thanks, Mom Central, for letting me spread the word!

Disney on Ice has some fabulous shows touring the country this year. Check out disneyonice.com to see what's coming to your area. Also check out the two offers below for a chance to get a great deal on tickets for the family!

Offer #1: Get 4 tickets for just $44 by entering the code "MOM" at select ticketing channels*. Offer good on all performances, minimum purchase of 4 tickets required; additional tickets above 4 can be purchased at $11 each. Offer not valid on Gold Circle Seating, Front Row and VIP seating or combinable with other offers. Other restrictions may apply.

Offer #2: A select amount of Front Row and VIP seats have been reserved for you to buy before they go on sale to the public - just enter the code "MOM" when purchasing those seats.

Dates and cities where families can use the national MOM code are as follows:

Houston   
Disney On Ice presents Mickey and Minnie's Magical Journey    
April 15-April 19

Dallas/Ft Worth
Disney On Ice presents Mickey & Minnie's Magical Journey
March 18-March 29

Sunrise/Miami
Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy    
March 26-April 5

Toronto
Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy    
March 18-March 22

Kansas City
Disney On Ice presents Mickey & Minnie's Magical Journey
April 1-April 5

Denver
Disney On Ice presents a Disneyland® Adventure
March 12-March 15

Phoenix
Disney On Ice presents a Disneyland® Adventure
April 9-April 12

Chicago/Rosemont
Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic
Sept 8-Sept 13

To learn more about Disney On Ice shows touring the country this year, visit http://disney.go.com/disneyonice/ and visit ticketmaster.com to use the 4 tickets for $44 code, MOM.

Feel free to spread the MOM code around to friends and family near these cities. They can simply go on www.disneyonice.com and type in their zip code to find the shows and purchase tickets online with the code.

I can't wait for the chance to see a show with my husband and son! I know that they are going to enjoy it as much as I did, and we'll have some great family memories in the years to come.

See you there!

The Greatest Show on Earth!

As a child, did you ever have the chance to go to the circus? The smell of popcorn, the excitement, the magic? How about passing the magic on to your own child?

Thanks to Mom Central for the opportunity to let everyone know about a great deal on Ringling Bros.and Barnum and Bailey Circus tickets!

If you haven't been to the circus, or maybe just not for a long time, go to http://www.ringling.com/ and check out the shows in their lineup for 2009.

And the best part? Use the discount code: MOM for one of the offers below and get a great deal on tickets!

      

Offer #1: Get 4 tickets for just $44 by entering the code "MOM" at select ticketing channels**. Offer good on all performances, minimum purchase of 4 tickets required; additional tickets above 4 can be purchased at $11 each. Offer not valid on Circus Celebrity Seating, Front Row and VIP seating or combinable with other offers.  Other Restrictions May Apply.

Offer #2: A select amount of Front Row and VIP seats have been reserved for you to buy before they go on sale to the public - just enter the code "MOM" when purchasing those seats. Dates and cities where families can use the national MOM discount code this spring are as follows:

Newark/East Rutherford/Uniondale/NYC
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
March 5 - April 13
Offer not valid on performances from April 10 - 13 at Madison Square Garden

Washington D.C./ Fairfax, VA/ Baltimore, MD
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® proudly presents Over The Top
March 18-April 19

Philadelphia
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
May 13-May 25

Phoenix
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
June 24-June 28

Houston
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® proudly presents Over The Top
July 15-July 26

Anaheim/LA/Ontario
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
July 8-August 2

San Francisco 
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
August 12-August 23

Dallas/Ft Worth
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® proudly presents Over The Top
July 29-August 16

Sacramento
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
August 27-August 30

Kansas City
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® proudly presents Over The Top
September 16-September 20

To see which Ringling Bros. tour is coming to a town near you, visit www.Ringling.com. And visit www.ticketmaster.com to use the 4 tickets for $44 code, MOM.

And if you have family and friends in any of the cities where the shows are performed, they can use the code MOM to save as well! Just visit www.ringling.com, type in your zip code, and find the show near you.

Start a new family tradition by attending the circus together. What a great way to spend family time. To help start the family traditions early, the Baby’s First Circus program allows babies to receive a free ticket voucher that can be exchanged for a free ticket to any Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey performance, anytime, anywhere. No expiration date!

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Electrolux + Kelly Ripa = Raising Money and Awareness

The folks at Mom Central have given me this opportunity to spread the news about an awesome way to raise awareness and money for the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. Here's what Electrolux and Kelly Ripa are doing:

In the spirit of Valentine's Day, Electrolux has teamed up with one of America's favorite moms, Kelly Ripa, to spread a little love via a charitable social media campaign.  On the Electrolux Web site, you can create and send a unique virtual cupcake to friends and family during February. For every cupcake sent, Electrolux will donate $1 to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) as part of their half million dollar commitment to help support this worthy cause.  Which means each virtual cupcake will go a long way. 

What's more, everyone who logs on and sends a cupcake will be entered for a chance to win a new "Red Hot Red" front-load Washer & Dryer (an estimated $3,600 value) from Electrolux, the appliance brand used throughout fine homes in Europe for 80 years.

It just takes a few seconds to sign up on the Electrolux website to create a cupcake to send to your friends. It also gives you the chance to win a new front load washer and dryer from Electrolux.

Seriously, who wouldn't want a set of these gorgeous machines in their home?

I know I would! So go visit Electrolux and Kelly Ripa by clicking on the link above, and make a cupcake, share with your friends, and raise money for Ovarian Cancer Research.  Besides raising money for important research, you might just win a new washer and dryer!

Go Green With Green Works Wipes

Ecofriendly products are becoming more widespread these days. People are trying to live more "green."

My husband and I are doing our part to make sure that we are recycling, and using more natural products around the house.

The cleaning products we use and the ingredients they contain are one thing that we are paying attention to. First, because we have a young child in our home, and second, because I have asthma and allergies that can be triggered by certain chemicals found in household cleaners.

The people over at Mom Central sent me some cleaning wipes from Clorox to try out.

Clorox Green Wipes contains over 99% natural ingredients. They contain a coconut-based cleaning agent and corn-based ethanol. They do not contain phosphorus or bleach. The wipes are made from 100% wood-based fibers. When you're finished cleaning, they can even be put in a compost collection bin.

I made sure the bathroom counter and fixtures were good and dirty before trying the wipes. One thing I don't like about cleaning is having to scrub to get soap scum off of the soap holder or the tub fixtures.

I popped a wipe out of the container and got to work. The grime came off easily without having to scrub. The scent was light and fresh, and did not cause me any problems. Even my husband was impressed with the wipes. (And he is PICKY)

There are other products in the Green Works line from Clorox. I encourage you to check them out for yourself.

Happy Cleaning!