Thanks to NBC, I had the opportunity to watch the Pilot episode for a new series called, “Parenthood.”  It was a really touching show and I found many points of the show that I could identify with as a parent.  There was more drama than com...

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Cryo-Cell International. All opinions are 100% mine. All of us are aware of the terrible thing that happened in Haiti. We’ve heard it on the news and on the radio, as well as read it on many blo...

A mother mouse and her three children crept out of their hole into the kitchen and began feasting on some delicious bits of food. Suddenly, out of the corner of her eye, Mother Mouse saw a cat slinking toward them. The cat was between the mice and thei...

I LOVE Jane Yolen’s books!  Some of our favorite books belong to the “How Does A Dinosaur…” series (i.e. How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight?).  Thanks to RAAB Associates, we had the opportunity to review a few of Yolen’s newer...

Breastfeeding was pretty scary when I first started with my oldest.  Eventually, I became a “pro” at it.  When I needed to run an errand without the baby (or go out of town for a blogging event), what would I do to get milk to my child and ...

As many of you know, I have the opportunity to serve as an Ambassador for the hit tv show, “The View.” As part of the perks, I get to bring you information about topics that will be on the show and other fun things! Here is what will be hap...

I love Mom Central and am excited to participate in a Johnson & Johnson Twitter this upcoming week!  It will be a fun, giveaway-filled Johnson’s Baby Shower Twitter Party on February 23rd from 3-4 pm EST (that’s noon my time).  Come and...

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of PBM Products. All opinions are 100% mine. I have found myself purchasing store brands more and more as our family is growing.  While I did not use formula with my kids, I do know of mothers who have. ...

I recently had the opportunity to review “Amelia“ on DVD.  It was a wonderful movie, starring Hillary Swank and Richard Gere.  I was somewhat familiar with Amelia Earhart, the “Queen of the Air” who flew all over the world.  To ...

The winner for the Live Giveaway for Arj Barker in Bellevue, Washington is #1! Congrats to mona!!! The winner of the “Got Milk” Goody Bag is #42. Congrats to Barbara M!!! The winner of the Gerber Baby Prize Pack is #109. Congrats to Sarah!!...

My boys LOVE watching Dora!  I enjoy watching her as well!  Thanks to Nickelodeon, we had the opportunity to review the newly released “Dora The Explorer: Let’s Explore! Dora’s Greatest Adventures“ on DVD. This DVD was just rele...

My boys love to watch “Go Diego Go!”  In fact, I even like to watch it and as I type this, I’m humming the theme song – lol!  We were excited to receive the newest Diego DVD – “Go Diego Go! : Lion Cub Rescue.” ...

Did you know that almost half of second graders have tooth decay?  I had no idea!  I also had no idea that 51 million school hours were missed last year due to lack of proper dental hygiene!  That is kind of scary!  I have good news for you though.  To...

Each Friday on The Mommy-Files, we feature one blogger and have the opportunity to get to know that blogger a little more! I love Featured Blogger Fridays because it gives all of my readers and visitors, as well as myself, a chance to get to know other...

In December, a group of us Northwestern bloggers were invited to a fun event at Great Wolf Lodge….as if Great Wolf Lodge isn’t fun all by itself!  It was their annual Snowland Event for the holiday season.  Myself and 14 other bloggers and ...

I was recently introduced to the Consumer Electronics Show (aka CES) International 2010.  The CES International 2010 will be held from January 7th through the 10th in Las Vegas, NV.  It is the largest trade show held for consumer electronics and featur...

Norah Jones just released a new CD called “The Fall,” which was released by EMI/Blue Note Records on November 17th, 2009. I am excited to hear the songs on her soundtrack, as I have loved her music on previous albums! One of her hit singles...

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of HealthyTuna.com. All opinions are 100% mine. I love Tuna. I used to make Tuna Sandwiches all the time. I would start by toasting two slices of Sourdough Bread. Then I would make the Tuna Salad –...

I love Hallmark products and was given the opportunity to review some really neat holiday products! I received from Hallmark a Recordable Storybook, DVD Greetings, Digital Scrapbook, and Recordable Cards. Each were amazing to use, in addition to being ...

Each Friday on The Mommy-Files, we feature one blogger and have the opportunity to get to know that blogger a little more!  I love Featured Blogger Fridays because it gives all of my readers and visitors, as well as myself, a chance to get to know othe...