The Instead soft cup is an alternative to tampons or pads during your period.  It is a flexible, soft cup that you insert like a diaphragm.  It can be inserted for up to 12 hours and then will need to be changed.  The cup collects menstrual fluid with very minimal leakage (may happen normally while going to the bathroom).  I wear a pantiliner "just in case" and I r...

I tried Colgate PreviDent 5000 at the urging of my dental hygienist.  It is a prescription toothpaste that has 5000 ppm of fluoride for the ultimate in preventative care.I go to great lengths to care for my teeth, and yet I always had a huge build-up of plaque when I went for my regular check-ups.  She thought this might help minimize the build-up and help to protect my teeth.I've...

I experienced the Occidental Grand Xcaret all-inclusive resort for seven nights on my honeymoon.  This resort is located in the Riviera Maya area of Mexico, which is just south of Cancun near Playa del Carmen.  We flew in and out of the Cancun International Airport and purchased transfers to/from the hotel.  We chose this resort for a variety of reasons:  beauty, size, varie...

I recently decided to try Express jeans when they were on sale. I used to love shopping at Express but eventually decided that they were only for tall and skinny girls (of which I am neither!).  I hadn't bought anything there for years.  I saw they had buy one get one half off and decided to check them out again.I discovered that Express now carries their jeans in the following le...

I recently started my own business and was in the need of business cards.  I had a template ready and simply needed them to be printed.  The company I am affiliated with made it clear that they do not want us printing cheap or "free business card" quality business cards.  I shopped around a little and decided to try out Office Depot.I dropped my template/order off in th...

Before traveling with my 2-year old, I spent time researching what type of gear I would need.  I was traveling to amusement parks and on a cruise.  I knew I would need something easy to grab and go and that would fit everything I would need for both her and me. I was looking for simplicity!Simplicity is what I found in the Messenger Sling bag by Baggallini.  It came highly recomm...

Once you have kids, your house fills with toys.  We looked for a solution that would be both practical and cute.  We discovered this 12-bin organizer by Whitmor Kids' at Target.  We chose the white rack with the pastel bins for our daughter.It was very easy to put together and start cleaning up.  You can organize the bins in a variety of ways to fit your needs.  We ...

Spicer Castle in Spicer, MN, is my favorite spot for a romantic getaway. It is a bed & breakfast located on a hill overlooking Green Lake. It is a beautiful old home which is listed on the National and State Registers of Historic Places. It is an ideal spot for lovers looking for romance. They offer themed getaways such as holiday dinners by candlelight, dinner cruises o...

This was the first toy my husband bought for our daughter and it was an instant favorite!  We really want to inspire musical ability and this was a fun set to get that started.First of all, the toys come packaged in a cute plastic drum, which can also be played.  The instruments themselves are high quality, cute, brightly colored and bug-themed.  Included in the set are a xylphon...

I received the Victoria's Secret VS Flannel Pajamas as a birthday gift.  I can't get enough of them!  They are super comfy, warm, and cute.The pajamas fit great.  They are the perfect length.  The pants have a drawstring at the top to help adjust the waist.  The top buttons up in the front and has a little pocket on the left breast.  These pajamas come in a...

I was always a Pampers girl...until I joined Costco.  Costco carries Huggies jumbo boxes and I knew I had to give them a try for the amount of diapers we were going through regularly.  When my daughter was an infant, we tried Huggies Supreme and were not overly impressed. I was not quite sure what to expect.I decided to try the Huggies Snug & Dry as it seemed the most similar to t...

My 2 year old daughter is obsessed with the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse show on Playhouse Disney.  As i was shopping for her 2nd birthday gift, I came upon the Mickey Mouse toys at Toys R Us.  I had looked at them before and read online reviews.  I knew that there were some quality concerns but I also knew she would just love them!I picked up the Talking Clubhouse and a few other toys...

I bought this toy as part of our gift for my daughter's 2nd birthday.  She is a big fan of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse on Playhouse Disney.  We had a Mickey-themed party right down to the gifts!  This toy looked really cute.  I was a bit hesitant with the $25 price tag but figured my daughter would just love it.  We were also getting other Mickey Mouse Talkin Bobbin toys...

I recently heard that Steve & Barry's had some great deals on stylish clothing so I had to check them out.  I left the store with a great find: a down jacket for only $19.99!  I had to try it out during the cold Minnesota winter!So far, it has been performing great and it is already the end of January.  It keeps me warm.  It is not too puffy, so I think it has a grea...

Excedrin Tension Headache really does the trick when I am hit with a bad headache.  I have always suffered from migraines and more recently have developed more severe tension and migraine headaches.  Exedrin Tension Headache has two effective ingredients: acetaminophen and caffeine.  Caffeine has always helped to relieve my headaches, so it is nice to have it included as an ingre...

If you are in the market for a booster seat, the Fisher Price Healthy Care Booster Seat should be the choice for you!  While registering for my baby, I did a lot of research into baby gear.  This one seemed to get high marks everywhere and I soon found out why.  Once your child is eating solids and sitting up by his/herself, you will probably start looking into high chairs. ...

I have a little mama on my hands and I knew she would love this playset when I first saw it.  My two-year old loves playing with her dollies.  This set just makes her dolly play more fun.  It comes with a pack & play, stroller, car seat which can be used to make a high chair and swing, diaper bag, changing pad, a pacifier, rattle, teething ring, and activity mat for doll...

When shopping for a cell phone, I was really looking to simplify my life.  I am a multi-tasker by nature so I thought a cell phone could really help me to keep things organized.  I wanted my phone to have a full keyboard to make typing information easier.  I also wanted it to be compatible with my Outlook calendar at work.The Palm Treo 700wx has been all that and more!  I us...

Clorox Disinfecting Wipes are a great product to help with a quick and easy clean up. The canisters have an easy start lid (which really is easier than other brands) that help to grab just one wipe at a time and tear at the perforations. The wipes are bleach free but still kill 99.9% of bacteria which helps to disinfect your kitchen and bathroom in one easy step. I especially like to use this f...

My in-laws are letting me drive and use their 2006 Toyota Sienna minivan.  I have been using it as my daily transportation for about a year now.  I love this van!  To be honest, it is the nicest car I have had.  It is particularly useful as I have a 2 year old daughter.  When she was younger, the best feature was the automatic doors. I still use them daily to open up th...