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Hanging out with Pooh & Tigger thanks to Disney Baby
The Magic of Disney. No matter what your age, the chance to hang out with a Disney character is fabulous and instantly makes you feel the magic that is the essence of all things Disney. And then, as a parent, seeing your children with a Disney character just literally takes you back to your own childhood as you experience everything through your child's eyes. Pure magic! During our trip to NYC this past weekend, Kyle and Kenzie were so excited to bring their autograph books to get Pooh … [Read More]
Swimsuit Confidence: Finding Suits that Work for a Mom
It's National Swimsuit Confidence Week and I've joined the mix of ladies on the web to pose in my swimsuit. As a Mom, I think it is so important to find a swimsuit that works for us - that flatters our figures and let's us be active with our children. Now that I'm a Mom I'm looking for versatile coverage and a variety of pieces that let me go from the water to the pool deck to the carpool line. For the last few years, Lands' End has been sending ladies swimsuits to encourage us to showcase … [Read More]
Gluten Free Recipe: Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars
Yum! Since Kyle was diagnosed with Celiac disease last year, I'm always looking for sweet tasting gluten free desserts that we can bake at home. It can be a challenge to find a recipe that taste delicious for the entire family and is also a presentable option for guests. I love these Oatmeal bars as they really hold their shape and taste divine. These are a delicious gluten free option that work for the family at home or when I'm entertaining. If you are new to gluten free baking, you … [Read More]
Interview with Monsters University Producer Kori Rae #MonstersUEvent
Last month, I was able to chat with the genius team at Pixar about Monsters University, releasing in theaters everywhere on June 21st, 2013. Check out highlights from our roundtable interview with Monsters University Producer Kori Rae. Kori has been close to these monsters for years - she worked on the original Monsters Inc as an Associate Producer. Here's the scoop on her Q&A. We all wondered if we could expect a 3rd Monsters movie - and she didn't have any information to share on … [Read More]
Hunger Games: Catching Fire Official Movie Poster & Trailer
Are you a Hunger Games fanatic? It's great to see something I love become so popular as I read these books years ago and I am somewhat obsessed with the entire genre of dystopian books. I thought they did a fantastic job turning Hunger Games into a movie and I can't wait to see the next installation. Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss is incredible and I'm so anxious to see Catching Fire in theaters this Fall. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire releases in theaters on November 22nd, 2013. Take a … [Read More]
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Disney Baby Monsters Inc. Nursery Bedding and Theme #MonstersUEvent
Calling all Little Monsters! Photos and Video galore of the new Disney Baby Monsters Inc. Nursery bedding and theme. From lamps to blankets to curtains and bedding, this monstrous collection is a super trendy and cool option for a nursery theme.After spotting this collection in NYC yesterday, I'm obsessing over this adorable and hip nursery theme inspired by Monsters Inc. The Disney Baby Monsters Inc. nursery collection is exclusive to Babies R Us and is a totally cute option … [Read More]
We Love Happy Family Organic Foods for Babies and Kids!
I'm somewhat obsessed with the Happy Family brand which offers organic superfoods galore for babies, toddlers, and even kids. Kyle was a "Happy Baby" 5 years ago as a little newborn when he went for his 1st Baby Cereal at about 5-6 months of age and Happy Baby was the ONLY baby cereal he would consume. I went to business school with the co-founder of Happy Family foods, so I've always been enamored with their mission to provide healthy organic foods to babies and that with every product sold, … [Read More]
Minnie & Daisy B.F.F. Chapter Book Series & Magazine
My 7 year old daughter is loving Disney Publishing's brand new Minnie & Daisy B.F.F chapter books and new Minnie & Daisy B.F.F Magazine. This series and the magazine are VERY cute and geared for tween girls but totally excellent for an advanced reader like my 1st grade daughter who also adores all things Disney. The books and magazine are perfect for tween girls who embrace school, sports, fashion, and growing up. Basically, the chapter book series explores life for Minnie and … [Read More]
Top 3 Best Maternity Hospital Gowns
Take a peek at the best maternity hospital gowns as we highlight the top 3 brands for maternity hospital delivery gowns. Who wouldn't want to modernize their labor day with a stylish and trendy delivery gown instead of wearing another grimy gown that has been worn by hundreds before you? Take a peek at these maternity hospital gowns. I seriously wish one of these trendy maternity delivery gowns had been gifted to me for review before the birth of my 2nd child. The trend is growing … [Read More]
Bounty DuraTowel Review
As part of my role as a P&G Blogger, I was hired to put my dirty dishcloth to the "germ test" after 3 days of use so we could get some lab tests done on the germs that accumulate on dirty dish towels. The brand new Bounty DuraTowel is 3X cleaner than a germy dish cloth and in the case of my home, I must report it is probably a zillion times cleaner then my dirty dish rags! P&G sent me a special dish rag to use on my counters (without any soap) to wipe down mess and meals for 3 … [Read More]
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Mother’s Day Handprint & Fingerprint Craft Ideas
All Mom ever really wants for Mother’s Day is a homemade treasure from their children. My favorites are those crafts that incorporate handprints so that someday when my kidlets are all grown up I can remember those tiny little hands I used to hold daily and the fingerprints smudges that once ruled my Read more [...]
Behind the Scenes: Red Carpet Interviews at the Space Warriors Movie Premiere
Attending the Space Warriors premiere at Space Camp and the U.S. Rocket Center in Alabama to cover red carpet interviews for Walmart is definitely one of the coolest projects that ClassyMommy has ever been assigned. 7 year old Kenzie joined me for our red carpet interviews with the cast too. She found Read more [...]
Top 10 Reasons Kids Love the Four Seasons New York City #FSFamily
When traveling with my children, I love the luxury and personalized service that Four Seasons offers – and so do my kids. Our hotel feels like a home away from home when we’re staying at the Four Seasons. That “at home” feeling is huge for kids and makes family travel SO easy when a resort or hotel Read more [...]
American Girl Saige Copeland Doll of the Year 2013
We are thrilled to share up close photos and video of American Girl’s latest Doll of the Year 2013, Saige Copeland from Albuquerque, New Mexico. Saige likes to hang out at her grandma Mimi’s ranch where she loves to both paint in her studio or ride Picasso her horse. American Girl Doll of the Read more [...]
Honeydukes Candy Shop at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Photos galore! Honeydukes sweet shop was one of my favorite spots to experience “off the pages” of the Harry Potter books on our recent trip since not only could you see every thing you read about or watched in the movies, but you could also literally taste the candy creations as well making it Read more [...]
The Disney Tangled 5K
This morning was extra magical when I ran the Tangled Royal Family 5K with 6 year old Kenzie. She found the race thrilling as expected. Kenzie says she absolutely, “LOVED IT so much – every second of it – especially the medal! ” She was extra adorable in her super cute skirt and smiled the whole way. Read more [...]
On Becoming Harry Potter……
How to set up a Hogwarts School and play imaginary Harry Potter games with your children. It’s official. My house has turned into Hogwarts with every scene and spell being reenacted by Kyle and Kenzie. Here’s Kyle’s Hogwarts ID Card: The kids have been dreaming big of Harry Potter – so much Read more [...]
Riding in a Fire Truck – Totally the Best Birthday Party Ever!
Did you know that your local Fire Engine Volunteers will likely come to your house – with the Fire Truck -for a birthday party? Simply incredible. And every little boy’s dream. I’m pretty sure this was the best gift we could ever give to my son Kyle for his 4th birthday and truly it was a gift Read more [...]
