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iPhone Photography for Parents: Apps That Will Make Your Life More Colorful Instantly

May 17, 2012

The rapidly increasing photographic capabilities of the iPhone are beginning to rival those of standalone cameras. Apple’s flagship smartphone manages to pull off amazing iPhonography without the use of additional lenses and filters. That’s especially convenient for busy parents without a lot of time to fiddle with their camera equipment when trying to capture a

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Skype vs. FaceTime: The Differences

May 15, 2012

Do you wonder what the differences between Skype and FaceTime are? Why should you use Skype over FaceTime? When I was approached about becoming a Skype ambassador, I thought to myself “why would I want to use Skype regularly instead of FaceTime?”. Just by asking myself that question, I realized that I had

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Blogger Tip: Find your blog’s real search engine position without logging out of Google

May 14, 2012

I operate a local parenting site and my team and I are often checking what position specific pages on the site are in search engines like Google. When I am logged in to Google/Gmail and I search for a particular phrase that I hope my site comes up for, my website’s pages may show higher

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New Exclusive Coupon Code: 15% off at Momo’s Special Toys

May 14, 2012

Momo’s is an online educational toy store for all children. We select toys that help children develop visual, motor, sensory, auditory, cognitive skills to enhance home therapy and everyday play. Discount: 15% off your entire purchase Use coupon code: insider Expires: June 14th, 2012 Some brands offered: Melissa & Doug, Tomy, Tag Toys, Hape, Calico critters Offer valid through

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Original Animal Art Baby and Toddler Apparel from Lucky Duck & Friends

May 13, 2012

Mommy’s of new baby boys and girls will love Lucky Duck & Friends unique, one-of-a-kind baby onesies. My kids wore onesies almost every day of their first year of life. Onesies are easy to put on, allow for quick and easy diaper changes, are available in a variety of colors and designs, and best of

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Mother’s Day Gift: BungeeAir™ Power Wireless Security Tether™ for iPhone

May 9, 2012

Do you lose your iPhone or keys at least once a day like I do? I carry my iPhone with me to every room of the house and everywhere I go, except when I lose it. I have, on more than one occasion, lost my iPhone. It’s hard to believe, I know. I received a

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Skype Ambassador Announcement

May 7, 2012

The Mommy Insider is a Skype Ambassador! Just as I am with any opportunity that comes my way, I am honored to be a Skype brand ambassador for the next few months. As a Skype Ambassador through Mom Central Consulting, I will be sharing my experiences using Skype with you over the next few months.

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Skype Mother’s Day Video Greetings

May 7, 2012

Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and while I am lucky to live five minutes from my mom, many of my friends mother’s live in another state or even another country. No matter where your mother is though, Skype can help you send her love on Mother’s Day via a video chat and video message. A

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Q2: Wifi Radio makes a great Mother’s Day gift!

May 7, 2012

Is mom tired of interference and bother with antennas? A great gift for mom is the Q2 WiFi radio this coming Mother’s Day. Regardless of a wireless router or mobile hotspot, the radio can pick up signals from any source emitting wireless frequencies. The WiFi radio is a four-inch square, which is relatively compact compared

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Mother’s Day Gift: Personalized Jewelry from Jewlr.com {Coupon Code}

April 30, 2012

If you’re looking for a little glimmer and shine for Mother’s Day, look no further than Jewlr.com‘s impressive selection of beautiful pieces. From personalized rings and necklaces to customizable bangles, Jewlr.com is certain to have something perfect for yourself, your mom, wife or other special woman in your life. Special deals are available right now on

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An Update on my Crest and Oral-B Pro-Health Clinical Plaque Control Regimen

April 23, 2012

How can you keep the plaque from coming back after your dental cleaning? That’s the question, and the answer is, with the Crest and Oral-B Pro-Health Clinical Plaque Control Regimen. Like you might have read in my article How To Maintain That Clean Feeling After Your Dentist Visit, I have been trying out the Crest and Oral-B Pro-Health

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Design the Pool of your Dreams with Barrington Pools {$50 Visa Gift Card Giveaway}

April 23, 2012

My kids love to swim. Whether it’s a pool, lake, or beach, they are happy to be in the water. I started my daughter in swim lessons when she was almost four-years-old and she’s still taking them even though she’s learned how to swim and pool safety. She loves swimming that much. Maybe she’ll be

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Yo Gabba Gabba! Bedding at Walmart Stores Nationwide Now! Blanket & DVD Giveaway

April 23, 2012

Available at Walmart stores nationwide, this new 4-piece toddler bedding set is colorful, covered with your child’s favorite Yo Gabba Gabba! characters, costs just $34, and is machine washable. What more could you ask for? This 4-piece bedding set includes a comforter, flat sheet, fitted sheet, and pillow case. If you don’t think the 4-piece

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No One’s a Tourist at The King and Prince Resort on St. Simons Island, GA

April 22, 2012

Have you ever gone on vacation and when it was time to go home you felt like you were leaving home and friends? The King and Prince Resort on St. Simons Island in Georgia was my home for the last four days. This four day trip was not a typical vacation destination. The wonderful people

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Britax Frontier 85 Booster Seat Review

April 17, 2012

When my daughter left the hospital she was placed in a Britax car seat like this one. She rode in that seat, safe and secure until she was over 5-years-old. Some people say that was too long but I wanted to ensure that she was safe and she never complained about comfort so I kept

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Family Travel: The King and Prince Beach and Golf Resort on St. Simons Island Family Activities

April 16, 2012

For the next few days I am enjoying a stay at The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort. Located on St. Simons Island off the coast of Georgia, this beautiful island is ranked as one of the top 10 in the country. With family-friendly adventures and amenities, there’s a potential to create many

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Little Tikes® Pillow Racers™ Review, Video Demo, and Giveaway

April 13, 2012

A ride-on toy and a pillow in one! How great is that? Now your child can zoom around the house on Little Tikes® new Pillow Racers™ ride-on toy. Pillow Racers™ have easy to grip handles so your child can hang on tight for hours of speedy fun on his Dino, Turtle, or Lady Bug Pillow

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My 5-Year-Old Won First Prize and I Won Bad-Mom Award

April 13, 2012

My daughter’s school gave all of the students (Grade K – 5th grade) the opportunity to participate in a ‘Kids Corner’ writing contest where they had to complete the sentence “My favorite thing about winter is..”. I wasn’t going to make my five-year-old daughter participate in the contest because I thought that it would take

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3 Travel Accessories That Make Road Trips with Babies and Toddlers Easier!

April 13, 2012

I have five year old and 12-year-old and I know that traveling with a toddler or baby can sometimes be more of an adventure than the trip itself. Summer vacation is a perfect time to take a road trip with the family and there are a few products available that I think will make travelling

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Tea Collection Review and $150 Giveaway – There’s Fun in Every Playful Piece!

April 12, 2012

We love Tea Collection. My daughter has several pieces from Tea Collection that she has been wearing for about a year and two things that I as a mom appreciate about Tea Collection clothing is how well the pieces hold up and they are machine washable. My daughter loves the “colorfulness” (that’s her word not

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iPad App Review: Kumon Uppercase ABC’s – Learn to Trace Letters

April 10, 2012

The Kumon Uppercase ABC iPad app teaches sound and letter recognition of capital letters to preschoolers. Best enjoyed by children ages three to four, the Kumon Uppercase ABC’s iPad allows children to trace uppercase letters, hear the sounds the letters make, and associate them with a picture that begins with the sound to help integrate the

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How Connected Are Your Kids To Nature?

April 10, 2012

Trips to the zoo, collecting autumn leaves, reading Ranger Rick – sound like memories from your childhood? If you’re like me, then they do. When I was a child we visited parks and enjoyed nature together as a family and that was the ‘norm’. Here’s a question for you: Do these activities sound like a part

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Choosing The Best Infant Car Seat For You and Your Baby

April 3, 2012

Choosing an infant car seat is one of the most important tasks of expectant and new parents. Researching infant car seats can be frustrating and overwhelming to some pregnant moms. With so many car seats on the market, how do parents know which infant car seat is right for their child? Below are some tips

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Lysol No-Touch Kitchen System Review with Video – A Soap Dispenser Moms and Kids Will Love!

March 30, 2012

If you are a regular reader or a friend of mine, you might know that am a little bit of a germaphobe. Ok, so maybe a lot. I taught my kids how to wash their hands as soon as they could rub them together. As our children get older and parents no longer go into the

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PBS Kids’ Martha Speaks and Arthur Celebrate National Poetry Month

March 30, 2012

We are huge fans of PBS. We’ve been watching PBS for 11 years and I honestly don’t know what I would have done without it. I’m not just talking about the kid’s shows. We watch PBS nature shows and concerts too. The Poetry Foundation and WGBH are teaming up to invite kids to celebrate National

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