itzy ritzy Snack Happened Mini Reusable Snack Bag {Review}

Last month when the Alex, Ellie and I attended the 2012 International Home & Housewares Show in Chicago, I found a new line of products that I can see many moms swooning over very soon, if they are not doing it already.

I was invited to stop by the itzy ritzy booth and check out their award-winning Snack Happened Reusable Snack Bag and fill it with some yummy candies. What peaked my interests in stopping by this particular booth (aside from the candy) was when I read that the liner of these bags was custom, FDA approved lining and also easy to clean!

What mom doesn’t enjoy something that is reusable and easy to clean?

In addition to using the as snack bags, you can also use them to hold your cell phone and keys, travel toiletries and other small items.

After learning all about the Snack Happened Mini Reusable Snack Bag (sells for $12.99 online), I discovered that itzy ritzy carries a large line of items that this mommy wants.

While we were standing in the booth, I am pretty sure I heard Alex calculating the cost of the items I was falling in love with!

There are larger (7″x7″) reusable snack & sandwich bags. car seat covers and handle cushions, the Wet Happened? zippered wet bag (this is on my list of must haves for the summer!) that can be used for soiled cloth diapers, clothing or as I would like to use them, swimsuits when we leave the beach.

One of the other must have products on my list is the Ritzy Sitzy Shopping Cart and High Chair Cover. The Ritzy Sitzy is a 3-1 multiple use item; it fits standard shopping carts (including the new Target carts), double warehouse carts and restaurant high chairs; it is padded and reversible, contains 4 toys loops, 2 safety belts and 2 pockets. It is machine washable and comes in a reusable carrying case. The Ritzy Sitzy sells online for $67.99

If you are looking for some quality items with great functionality, be sure to check out itzy ritzy and all of their great products.

Disclosure: I was not compensated or asked to complete this review. I found a product that I fell is love with and wanted to share it with my readers along with products that I would like to purchase.

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Infected

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My poor little Baby Ellie has her first ear infection.
It makes me very, very sad.
She is in a lot of pain and is tugging at her ear constantly.
She will only sleep if she is laying on someone, preferably mommy, or if she is upright in her swing.
She has had 3 doses of antibiotics and is taking some Advil for the pain as well.
I hate seeing her in pain and not being able to really do anything to comfort her.
Since she hasn’t been sleeping much, neither have I.
Needless to say, my lack of sleep is causing me to snap at every one about every little thing.
Other than the ear infection, Ellie is doing great. Her umbilical hernia is almost gone and looks much better than it did a month ago. She is also getting big! According to the scale when they weighed her in the ER she is just over 11 pounds but I will have an official update on weight and height when she goes in for her 4 month check on the 17th.
She is also full of smiles and loves to talk and play.
Oh and she is totally enamored with the television and cannot take her eyes off of it!
Other than that, I’m really hoping we start to see some improvement in the next 24-48 hours because we could all use some rest before the busy holiday weekend arrives.

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Nail Art Stickers from OnlineNailBar.com {Review}

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Having a tween daughter is EXHAUSTING.
The Libby is at that point in her life when she has decided she likes to do her hair, her nails, experiment with makeup, shop and all of those other girly things.
I have never been one who is known to be girly so some of this is not easy for me.
I am the kind of person who would rather throw my hair up in a pony or bun, slip into a tank and some comfy yoga pants and call it a day. Part of that might have something to do with the fact that I spend 85% of my time at home with a preschooler and an infant attached to me.
I am the girl who dresses for comfort not for looks.
Now that the Libby is maturing, she spends most evenings painting her nails, trying out different hair styles and picking out her clothes for the next day.
Right now, nail polish is a constant thing.
She seems to be painting her nails every other day.
I recently introduced her to nail art stickers from OnlineNailBar.com, Nail art stickers are fairly inexpensive, are long lasting and are just cute to see on.
I think they look super cute on the Libby, especially since she is always wearing such funky colors.
Nail art stickers give her a little something to spice up her nails each day without having to constantly change her polish.

You can learn more about OnlineNailBar.com and their nail art stickers by visiting them on Facebook, Twitter and their blog.

Disclaimer: I received a free product in exchange for my complete and honest review.

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Playing Dress-Up

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I have a 4 year old.
A 4 year old who loves to wear costumes.
Every time he sees a new show or is introduced to a new super hero he immediately wants to be that person.
Thank goodness we snatched up a lot of clearance Halloween costumes last fall at a local retailer!
Since his birthday a few weeks ago, Alexander has become obsessed with Transformers once again.
His new obsession has led to him asking to be Bumble Bee and Optimus Prime once again.
Again, I am thankful for my stash of kids Halloween costumes, because we just so happen to have a brand new, never worn Optimus Prime costume for him to break out and continue his little game of dress-up!
Do your children like to play dress up?
Who do they like to pretend to be?

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Give a “Feel-good” Gift to Remind People Every Day that You Care

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We all have those moments when we need a little pick me up, some reassurance that someone is there to comfort us when we need it and give us that hug that makes the day brighter.

Noellas Gifts has come up the the “Iva GotYa”, to help warm that special persons heart.

The “Iva GotYa” is this adorable creation that looks like a person attached to a clip. The idea behind the “Iva GotYa’ is this:

When I can’t be there…

Just give Iva a squeeze,

It’s a hug from me;

Hear me say, “You’re okday”

And always know…

Iva GotYa!

Julie Hollinger, the owner of Noellas and the creator of Iva Gotya shares her story of how her creation came to life on the Noellas website.

I gave an Iva Gotya to each of my older children to hold on to and ‘use’ when they are having a hard day at school or when they feel that they just need that little pick me up.

The Iva Gotya one of those meaningful gifts that you can give to someone you love.

You can help Iva Gotya get on the shelf at WalMart by voting for them now through April 3rd.

For more information on Iva Gotya be sure to Like them on Facebook and follow them on Twitter.

Disclaimer: I received an item in exchange for my complete and honest review.