The scariest and deadliest bugs in the world! #BugOut

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Orkin Ecologist for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

 

I hate most bugs but there are some that really freak me out. Two of those insects are spiders and centipedes, I can’t stand them! I recently read the article about the scariest and deadliest bugs in the world from the Orkin Ecologist and now I have a few more bugs to add to my list! These bugs don’t just freak me out, they are really scary! 

 

Have you heard of the tarantula hawk? No? Neither have I until I read this article. This bug is found in the US and actually sting Tarantulas, haul them back to their burrows and lay their eggs on the tarantula's back! Think that’s creepy? Well here is the creepiest part, The larvae will feed on the spider when they hatch!! EEK!! 

 

 

Another insect I’ve never heard of but now that I know what it is, freaks me out, is the tropical rat flea. This bug is best known for Bubonic Plague which killed 25 million people in the 1300’s! That fact really blew my mind! From what the article on the Orkin Ecologist website says, this insect is found tropicals habitats worldwide. Well, you won’t see me visiting any tropical habitats anytime soon!  

 

As I mentioned above, spiders freak me out but the spider that scares me the most is the brown recluse who is also mentioned in the article. I actually know someone who was bit by one and it wasn’t pretty! From what I heard, these spiders are common and like to make their homes near humans! It’s bite contains a necrotoxic venom which spread through the bloodstream and destroy all types of tissue. This is definitely a spider I wouldn't want to cross paths with!

 

Did you know that the Orkin Ecologist website is a great educational resource science lovers? Even if you’re not a lover of bugs, I found the site to be very interesting! It’ a great website for kids who are interested in insects as well! Check it out today and make sure to keep connected by liking the Orkin Ecologist on Facebook and following on Pinterest.

 

What insects make you #BugOut?

Rite Aid #Tugaboos & Vera Bradley Sweepstakes! #ad

I am so excited to have this opportunity to have had the opportunity to review Rite Aid Tugaboos diapers as part of this sponsored campaign!

We go through a ton of diapers and as E grows, her needs change, whether it be the diaper size, absorbency or fit. Brands that have worked for her when she was a newborn may not work the same for her now. 

We recently had the opportunity to try Rite Aid Tugaboos Diapers in a size 4 which fit infants and todlers from 22-37 lbs. We are happy with our current brand but I am always open to trying new, quality diapers that are sold at a reasonable price. Rite Aid Tugaboos diapers have recently been improved for added leakage protection and faster absorption. Some of the key features of Tugaboos diapers include:

• Soft stretchable waist & side panels
• Excellent leakage protection
• Hypoallergenic inner liner
• Cottony soft feel

NEW White Cloud Luxuriously Soft Bath Tissue {Review} #Sponsored

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of White Cloud for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

What do you look for in a bath tissue? For me, price and absorbancy are very important. I also want a quality bath tissue that is reasonably priced.

I couldn't wait to try new White Cloud Luxuriously Soft Bath Tissue. The White Cloud Bath Tissue is made using an innovative technology called “TAD.” which stands for “Through Air Dried." TAD is super-premium technology in the bath tissue world and uses a special machine to blow air through single-ply sheets, creating a two-ply product with incredible thickness, softness, strength and absorbancy.  

White Cloud Luxuriously Soft means giving your family the feeling of pure comfort that it deserves each and every day. You’ll love the softness of this premium bath tissue mysteriously made from the softness of clouds! Best of all, you won’t have to pay a premium price for it like you might with other brands.

Check out my video review below!

Keeping Your Family and Identity Safe with LifeLock

Momma T and Family aims to provide unbiased editorials. However, I wish to disclose that from time to time I may receive free products or other compensation from companies for blogger reviews.

Every parent wants to protect their children and family to the best of their ability. Since E was an infant, My husband and I have taken precautions to protect our daughter.

Our family!

We have covered electrical outlets, made sure cabinets are locked and we keep potentially harmful items out of reach. We also baby proofed in other ways such as keeping child gates and by using edge and corner guards where needed. When E was born, we even purchased a brand new smoke and a carbon monoxide detector for our apartment. 

We didn't get much use out of those outlet covers, safety gates, and cabinet locks when E was immobile but when she started to crawl then walk, we were glad to have them! 

Jamberry Nails #Giveaway!

I'm excited to announce that I am now a Jamberry Nails Independent Consultant! I've been looking for a job that would allow me to stay at home with E for a while now and someone had suggested direct sales. Jamberry Nails was definitely the best choice for me! I love doing my nails and this is a product that I am thrilled to share with others!

If you are not familiar with Jamberry Nails, they are nail sheilds/wraps that help you achieve that salon look without the salon cost! There are over 300 nail shield styles available which are made to last up to 2 weeks on fingers and 6 weeks on toes! Jamberry is perfect for all ages, even children! In fact, I recently purchased a few Jambery Juniors for E. Jamberry Juniors are appropriate for children under 8 years of age but can fit adult nails as well!

Jamberry Nails are non-toxic, vegan, and made right here in the USA! Some other reasons why to love Jamberry:

• Made of vinyl
• No harmful chemicals
• No chipping like with polish!
• No dry time
• Formaldehyde free
• Latex free
• Gluten free
• Vegan friendly
• Not tested on animals

$200 Pish Posh Baby Gift Card #Giveaway!

Welcome to the Pish Posh Baby $200 Gift Card Giveaway!!! Everything Mommyhood and Momma T and Family has teamed up with a great group of bloggers to offer this to our readers and fans!

Hosted by: Everything Mommyhood

Sponsored by: Pish Posh Baby

Special thanks to our Co-hosts: Mommy Knows What's Best, Chronically Content, My Four Littles, Leetle Baby, Charis By Design, and Indisposable Mama and all of the other hard working bloggers helping promote this great giveaway!

There is so many purchases you need to make when having a baby! You'll need the essentials including clothing, bottles, breast pump, car seat, highchair stroller, crib, etc. Most of these items we'll receive whether it e from a baby shower, a friend or family member. Other items you may need to purchase.

Pish Posh Baby is a high end baby store, online and also has a physical store located in Jackson, NJ! Their store is unlike any other, they have a car INSIDE their store to try out car seats for installation. They also have different tracks/terrain to try out different baby strollers!

Melissa and Doug Summer Fun #Giveaway!

Summer weather is here! Melissa & Doug has all kinds of great toys for you to help keep the kids entertained for the summer. You can get toys for all ages including classic toys, tents, sand toys, puzzles, art & craft, plus more!

Earth's Best Chlorine Free #Baby Wipes {Review} #Sponsored

Thank you Earth's Best for providing me with Earth's Best Chlorine Free Baby Wipes to review as part as the Earth's Best Preferred Blogger program! 

Baby Wipes are one of the essentials when having child and if you are a parent, we all know that not all baby wipes are created equal! I recently posted about our experience with Earth's Best Chlorine Free Diapers and this month, we also had the opportunity to try Earth's Best Chlorine Free Baby Wipes to review as part as the Earth's Best Preferred Blogger program!           

Earth's Best Chlorine Free Baby Wipes are unscented and moistened with a gentle, natural lotion containing aloe vera and vitamin E. The hypoallergenic wipes have a super soft cloth like texture which is gentle enough for baby's delicate skin, hands and face. I received pop-up tubs which come in a 72-count but the wipes are also available in a pop-up tub refill, travel pack or TOTS Flushable Wipes.

Three things I've learned while using Shaklee 180 #ShakleeBlogger #Sponsored

I wrote this post as part of the Shaklee 180 Turnaround Blogger Program. Thank you Shaklee for providing me with Shaklee 180 products! 

In my Shaklee 180 Vlog this month, I talk about the three things I have learned since using Shaklee 180 which include making better choices for myself when it comes to food, how important a support system is, and not limiting myself when it comes to being active!

Falling off my weight-loss wagon #ShakleeBlogger

I wrote this post as part of the Shaklee 180 Turnaround Blogger Program. Thank you Shaklee for providing me with Shaklee 180 products! 

I'm not going to lie, I'm a little disappointed in myself this month. I haven't gained any weight (I actually lost a pound) but, I haven't been eating as well as I should have been. In my last Shaklee 180 vlog, I discussed that I wasn't getting enough calories in my diet. Once I got conformable eating more calories, I got a little too comfortable if you know what I mean. I went a little crazy and started eating things I wouldn't typically eat and wasn't keeping track of my calories. This month has also been full of barbeques and celebrations with a lot of opportunity for overeating.

With summer right around the corner, Like most, I will be attending plenty of barbeques! Instead of skipping the burgers totally, I will be holding the bun and cheese and topping with some of my favorite veggies. If chicken is an available option, I will probably be skipping the burger completely!

Earth's Best Chlorine Free Diapers {Review} #Sponsored

Thank you Earth's Best for providing me with Earth's Best Chlorine Free Diapers to review as part as the Earth's Best Preferred Blogger program! 

When you have and infant or toddler, diapers are a necessity (unless you use elimination communication). As and Earth's Best Preferred Blogger, I was recently provided with Earth's Best TenderCare Chlorine Free Diapers in a size 5. We had tried Earth's Best diapers in the past and had a great experience with them but we were mainly using cloth diapers at the time. This time around we are using disposable diapers most of the time because it's more convenient for our family.

Earth's Best Chlorine Free Disposable Diapers are available in newborn to size 6 sizes and are made from non-chlorine bleached materials and contain natural absorbant material such as corn and wheat. Earth's Best Diapers are made with fewer petro-chemicals. The diapers feature breathable sides, a moisture barrier cuff, refastenable tabs and are free of Latex, dye, and perfumes! The size 5 diapers come in a 26 count package and are for babies up to 27+ lbs.

VISIT FLORIDA's Florida’s 500 Years of Adventure Sweepstakes!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of VISIT FLORIDA for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

My husband and I plan on taking a trip to Florida when we feel E is old enough to fully enjoy and remember our vacation. Lonnie has vacationed in Florida in the past and we have family who have recenly vacationed there but I have yet to so I'm looking forward to it!

Right now, you can enter the Florida’s 500 Years of Adventure Sweepstakes for a chance to win a Florida adventure every week! Each week, VISIT FLORIDA is giving away exciting Florida adventure packages that include rental car, hotel accommodations, and other exciting “what to do about town” activities!

My ideal Florida vacation for myself and Lonnie has always been to visit to Key West. Florida’s 500 Years of Adventure Sweepstakes Prize Package From June 17 to 23 just happens to be a Key West Escape which includes a three nights’ accommodations at Southernmost Hotel in the USA plus:

• A four-day car rental from Hertz
• Breakfast at the Southernmost Beach Café
• Sunset Cruise  with Fury Water Adventures
• Two tickets aboard Old Town Trolley Key West
  

2nd Annual Brooklyn Baby Expo this Sunday! #bklynbabyexpo #Ad

I'm excited to announce that I will be attending the 2nd Annual Brooklyn Baby Expo hosted by A Child Grows in Brooklyn. The expo is this Sunday, June 2, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the International School of Brooklyn (477 Court Street) in Carroll Gardens!

At the expo, Attendees can learn about and shop for everything from gear, clothing and furniture, to child care services and organic baby food. Hands-on activities include testing baby carriers, strollers and car seats, participating in demos, and learning how to make baby food!

Parents (and parents-to-be) can attend seminars about preparing for birth and post-natal care, navigating the new-parent world in Brooklyn, raising a good sleeper, best gear for baby and kids, best family tech resources and more.

Wordless Wednesday: Keansburg Amusement Park {w/ Linky}

We had some fun on on Monday and went to Keansburg Amusment Park in Keansburg, NJ. E, Lonnie and I went with my dad, is wife, and my nephews Ryan and Angel! Here are some pics I posted on Instagram! 

Bet On Your Baby & Luvs #Coupon #Giveaway! #BetOnYourBaby

How well do you know your baby or toddler? Do you think you know them well enough to bet on it? Bet on Your Baby is a new show where parents play fun games with their toddlers and try to “bet” on what baby will do next! If they guess correctly, the family wins $5,000 in college tuition money and the chance to play for $50,000! Pretty cool, right?

All of these fun and hilarious games are played in a toy-filled room called the Baby Dome which in my opinion is quite fitting! You can check out the Bet on Your Baby Blog App below for some fun clips from the show! On the app you will also find the "Would You Survive The Baby Dome?" quiz which tests how well you know the behavior of babies!

Family Friendly Entertainment on Netflix! #NetflixKids #ad

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of NETFLIX which has a wonderful kids section that features family favorites appropriate for children ages 2- 12!

Getting rid of cable was one of the best decisions my husband, Lonnie, and I made. We canceled our service back in December and never looked back! When we started using our Roku device, I was excited to hear that we could watch TV shows and movies on Netflix using our Roku device! With Netflix, You can watch your favorite TV shows and movies anywhere, any time you want because Netflix is available on hundreds of devices, including our Roku! We also downloaded the free Netflix app on our iPhone which can be quite handy!

Wordless Wednesday: Our Weekend {w/ Linky}

We were quite busy this past weekend, even with all the rain we got! On Saturday, we attended Hot Rods and Harleys, a annual local motorcycle and car show. On Sunday, my stepmother and I walked Color Me Rad 5k while I strolled E!

Cooper Tires Spring Savings Event! #SpringSavings

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Cooper Tires for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

I don’t know a lot about cars but I do know how important proper tire maintenance and replacing your tires when the tread is low is. My husband recently told me about the penny test where you take a penny and place it upside down with Lincoln facing you in the center of the tire tread. The consensus was, we need new tires! 

Right now is the perfect time to take advantage of savings on select Cooper Tire Spring Savings Event that ends on June 30! Now when purchasing a new set of four qualifying Cooper tires through participating dealers in the U.S., Canada, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, You become eligible to receive up to $80 on a Visa® prepaid card! Spring Savings Event eligible products include: 

• CS4 Touring 
• Discoverer CTS 
• Cooper Zeon RS3-S and RS3-A 
• Discoverer H/T 
• Discoverer HTP (Available only at select U.S. retailers.) 
• Discoverer LSX and LSX Plus (Available only at select U.S. retailers.)

Aruba: One Happy Island!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Aruba Tourism Authority for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

When I was a child, We had a family friend who would take a trip to Aruba at least once a year. When she would come home from her vacation, She would have some souvenirs for my sister, brother and I. She would also show us some photos from her trip of the gorgeous scenery and attractions. We would beg her to take us with her someday and now that I'm an adult, I'm looking forward to planning a trip to Aruba with my family in the future!

There are so many reasons I would love to visit Aruba! For one, The Beaches! As a Jersey Girl, the beach is in my blood but there is a huge difference between the beaches of NJ and the beaches in Aruba.Aruba’s beaches include wide shaded expanses, quiet retreats, and busy sunbathing and water sports meccas.Some of the many beach activities include swimming, snorkeling, kitesurfing, waterskiing, tubing, parasailing, banana-boating, and all kinds of wet ‘n wild adventures! Although beaches along the windward coast are in more secluded and undeveloped areas, They are home to magical coves carved out of limestone and inlets which are formed by the pounding of waves Pretty neat, right?

Tidy Lady Printables {Review} #Sponsored @TheTidyLady

As a busy mom, I like to keep organized to help my make my day and life go smoothly! I was recently contacted by Amber of Tidy Lady Printables and asked if I would review her fabulous printable organizers which are completely editable. Of, course, I jumped at the opportunity! 

Tidy Lady Printables offer many types of printable organizers for families and bloggers. All items are sent via email as a PDF attachment within 24 hours after you order. You will have full access to all items after purchase and will be able to save and keep the files forever!