Author Archives: Amanda

Friendly Followers Social Media {LINKY}

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Welcome to Friendly Followers Blog Hop hosted by The Knit Wit by Shair and Multi-Testing Mommy where our goal is: you will find some new blogs to read you will gain some more followers you will gain some more friends you will get a new genuine comment or two RULES: Follow the two hosts’ links and the featured friend link. Enter your link (any ONE SOCIAL MEDIA link you choose–NOT a direct link to a blog/website). Follow as many people as you can throughout the week. Try to make this genuine! Leave a genuine comment after following someone new and … Continue reading →

Recipe Round Up from @CdnMomsCook ~ June 8th

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We’ve had a great week over at Canadian Mom Cooks.  Co-author Did You Know Canada and I have been sharing some of our favourite recipes. This week, we even have two reviews to share! Feel free to head on over and check them out! RECIPES:Grilled Chicken Skewers – the homemade version of the famous recipe from Recipe to Riches, easy to change up to please everyone.BBQ Corn – we tried a new way to grill up some corn with tasty results!English Muffin Pizza – a fun lunch and one the kids can help with! REVIEWS:Cook School by Amanda Grant – … Continue reading →

Mail a Tale: Children’s Book Subscription Service {REV!EW}

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As a former Kindergarten teacher with a love for children’s literature, you can only imagine how excited I was when I heard that there was actually a mail out book subscription available to children in Canada! When Mail a Tale offered for me to review their service and to provide them with some genuine feedback, I was all over it! For $28.95 per month (including free shipping), this subscription service selects age appropriate books for children from BIRTH to 10 years.It is simple! You join the service and pay per month with no contract and no termination fees. Each month, … Continue reading →

Cookbook: Cook School by Amanda Grant

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Today, we shared a review of the Cookbook called Cook School by Amanda Grant. This recipe book is made for children aged 3-11. Feel free to check out our review on Canadian Moms Cook. Pin It Check out Multi-Testing Mommy’s Current Giveaways Find contests for your COUNTRY Multi-Testing Mommy was provided with promotional materials free of charge, by the manufacturer or a representing PR agency, in the hopes that it would be mentioned on this blog. Opinions expressed belong to Multi-Testing Mommy and are NOT influenced in any way. See MTM’s Disclosure for more details.

The Muppets on Blueray and DVD {REV!EW}

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The Muppet Movie was the very first movie I ever saw in the theatres, way back in 1979. I still remember the size of the movie theatre, the red cushioned seats and how old I felt, even though I was only 4 years old.Because this was my first movie, I can’t even begin to tell you how excited I was when I found out that The Muppets was coming out on DVD and Bluray! Check out this trailer: I just love how the muppets are puppets that interact with real, live people. The movie is just so real! Our family … Continue reading →

BOOK: Beyond the Sling: A Real-Life Guide to Raising Confident, Loving Children the Attachment Parenting Way By Mayim Bialik

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Beyond the Sling is written by TV star Mayim Bialik the child star of the popular 1990s TV sitcom Blossom. The introduction is written by Jay Gorden.Bialik got her PhD in neuroscience, had two children and wrote this book featuring information about co-sleeping, breastfeeding, baby wearing and gentle discipline. Specifically, this book discusses: CO-SLEEPINGHow to avoid “sleep trainin” and get a great night’s sleep for the whole family.BREASTFEEDINGLearn how to listen to your baby’s cues rather than sticking to a rigid schedule.BABY WEARINGHow to “wear” you r baby in a sling or a wrap to develop a closer bond with … Continue reading →

#TwitterParty ALERT with @KinderCanada #KinderMad3 6/6 (tonight) 8:30pm EST

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Did you know that Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted is coming to theatres this FRIDAY?! In 3D!To celebrate this exciting movie, @KinderCanada is hosting a Twitter Party tonight!What: #KinderMad3 Twitter PartyDate: Wednesday June 6, 2012Time: 8:30 – 9:30 pm ESTWhy: Fabulous prizes and great conversation!Prizes: SIX, 4 Cineplex® movie tickets including 2 adult admissions (with 2 soft drinks, 1 popcorn) and 2 child admissions (with 2 kid’s tray combo) (ERV $76) For more details about the #KinderMad3 Twitter Party, please see Mom Central Canada. As well, starting TODAY, June 6th, your favourite characters from the movie will be taking over … Continue reading →

UV Skinz – awesome sun protection for your kids!

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UV Skinz has the right idea! They have fun and fashionable protective sunwear for infants, kids and adults. UV Skinz’ UPF 50+ sun protection clothing blocks out 98% of the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays, allowing you to cover parts of your body without using sunscreen to provide amazing sun protection!About UV Skinz: 50+ UPF certified fabric (tight, sun protective fabric weave blocks out over 98% of sun’s harmful rays) Elastane threading thoughout (allows for more ‘stretch’) Flat-lock stitching (no ‘raised’ seams to irritate skin) Lightweight, breathable construction Unique ‘name tag’ inside collar (kids’ shirts don’t get lost at … Continue reading →

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

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While searching the web for some Father’s Day inspiration, here are a few things that I came across! Although Dads are often difficult to buy for, if you search long enough, there’s got to be something out there, right?! Pin It Check out Multi-Testing Mommy’s Current Giveaways Find contests for your COUNTRY Multi-Testing Mommy was provided with promotional materials free of charge, by the manufacturer or a representing PR agency, in the hopes that it would be mentioned on this blog. Opinions expressed belong to Multi-Testing Mommy and are NOT influenced in any way. See MTM’s Disclosure for more details.

Madagascar 3 is coming to theatres June 8th #KinderMom

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Did you know that Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted is coming to theatres this FRIDAY?! In 3D! Well, you know now and KINDER® Canada along with DreamWorks® is celebrating too! Starting TODAY, June 6th, your favourite characters from the movie will be taking over the KINDER® Canada Facebook page for an exciting event!Fans will have a chance to win 1 of 120 Cineplex® Family Passes to go see the movie as well as 1 of 4 Grand Prize passes Each Family Pass is valued around $76 and includes two adult general admissions with two soft drinks, and one popcorn, PLUS … Continue reading →