Pinypon Party & Day of Fun #PinyponParty #Pinypon Party

We were so lucky to be chosen to host a MommyParties Pinypon event recently. My little one was so excited because she thought they were the cutest little dolls ever!  They are recommended for girls ages 4-7 years old. They really are super cute little dolls that let you to switch around the parts to make it truly your very own creation!  Each doll actually has two faces.  You can rotate her head and choose a little wig and you can even change the doll's expressions. You can remove her head and legs to make it easy to change outfits. The dolls also have several accessories like purses.  There are even hair bows so you can totally accessorize your little outfits.

 When the girls arrived for the party my little one was really great about sharing her Pinypons. She showed her friends how to work with the dolls and popped the heads and legs right off. She showed them the variations with the bows, outfits and purses. They loved all the little accessories and came up with several stories about Pinypons on vacation in their caravan and Pinypons going to school. They even incorporated our recent experience with Hurricane Sandy into their stories. It was so cute to see them enjoying the dolls and coming up with ideas too.

The set came with Pinypons and a caravan. The caravan itself comes with a bunch of accessories and stickers to decorate it which was a hit too. They had a lot of fun creating creating fun designs and coordinating the different sections for the decorations that wanted to do!  I was provided with an extra Pinypon caravan set as a raffle prize.  Our little neighbor Olivia was the winner.  She was so excited she was already asking her mom for Pinypons for Christmas to add to her collection!

We also got an extra party bonus...Nenuco Newborn Dolls pictured above. All the guests thought the Nenuco Newborn was so cute...they loved how she makes bubbles!  She takes the bottles, makes bubbles and wets just like a real baby.  She comes with the bottle and a little pink potty too.

After the girls played we let them decorate their own Fashion Makeover Cupcakes with lots of fun toppings.  I put out trays of colored sprinkles, white and milk chocolate chips, gummy bears, worms and gumdrops. They had a nice afternoon and it was great to spend some time with the moms too.

 You can see all the collections for yourself on the Pinypon and NunecoFamosa websites!  You can find also find Pinypon on Facebook and Twitter.  You can connect with NenucoFamosa on Facebook and Twitter as well. I always like to connect with my fave brands on social media....you never know what kind of goodies they pass along to their followers!

I received complimentary products from NunecoFamosa through my relationship with MommyParties.  As always, all opinions are my own

Softcup Giveaway and Review from our Mom Meetup

I had heard about Softcup before but had been hesitant to try it instead of tampons. I know similar devices have been around for a long time but...I don't know...call me a chicken! It took GreenMomsMeet to get me to try it and really see the value. It actually is pretty easy to use and Softcup is a greener, simpler alternative to tampons and pads that can be worn for up to 12 hours during your period.

A flexible cup that’s worn internally around your cervix, Softcup works by collecting rather than absorbing menstrual flow. I know it sounds unusual and complicated but it really isn't. You truly don't feel it while you’re wearing it, and can enjoy any activity, including swimming, sports, and sleeping. Equally good, Softcup is not linked to Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) and does not cause dryness or irritation. That is a biggie! Safety is a primary concern for all of us.

I had already tried it a bunch of times since I first received my sample through GreenMomsMeet but I also was given an opportunity to share the concept and product with my Mom friends. We meet regularly anyway to support each other and I often enjoy sharing helpful hints and time-saving or useful products. We met up this past weekend and we talked about the convenience and ease of use with Softcup. Everyone got to check it out and a few of the ladies gave it a whirl too since it was that time of the month! The consensus was very positive and most of the girls said they would try it.

A Softcup 14-pack retails for $8 to $10; a reusable Softcup 2-pack retails for $6.19. You can find Softcup at Walmart Supercenters, Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, Kroger, Fred Meyer, Price Rite, Shop Rite, Harris Teeter, Wegmans, Duane Reade, Harmon, and Raley’s, as well as online at softcup.com or kiwishoponline.com.  You can get 30% off Softcup right now on kiwiwshoponline.com too!

See for yourself and let me know what you think!  You can also find out more about Softcup on their website, on Facebook or on Twitter.  Don't forget to enter to win your own 14 pack box of Softcup below! We have 3 prizes to give away! a Rafflecopter giveaway


Disclaimer: I received this product for free from the sponsor of the Moms
MeetSM program, May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the
manufacturer. As a Moms MeetSM blogger, I agreed to use this product and
post my opinion on my blog. My opinions do not necessarily reflect the
opinions of May Media Group LLC or the manufacturer of the product.

Kylie Minogue New Album #AbbeyRoadSessions The Abbey Road Sessions

Wow! Take Kylie Minogue, her band and a full orchestra and put them together in London's amazing Abbey Road Studios and what do you get? An amazing album called The Abbey Road Sessions that is being released in the U.S. on November 6.

The Abbey Road Sessions features 16 classic songs belted out by a Kylie that you know and love. There is even one new and previously unreleased track, "Flower."   Kylie’s latest single “Flower” is a song she wrote several years ago following her battle with breast cancer, to the child she wishes she might one day still have.  Kylie is a breast cancer survivor and donates her time to American Cancer Society, as well as amFAR for AIDS research. 


I love the almost bluesy gospel sound of Slow. the sultry sounds of On a Night Like This and All The Lovers is transformed with the orchestra into something else.  I Should Be So Lucky is recognizable but slower and more interesting this time around.

Nick Cave re-recorded their duet of Where the Wild Roses Grow specially for the album. it sounds as pretty as it ever did. The Locomotion has those same catchy words and music that got you up and moving the first time. Flower is a beautiful ballad that sounds perfect and very modern.

I can't believe it is Kylie's 25th anniversary in music throughout 2012. This album is another addition to all her other hits and is a must have for any Kylie Minogue music fan. Check out the tracks on the Abbey Road Sessions sampler from Youtube.  Don't forget to follow Kylie on twitter at www.twitter.com/kylie minogue 


I participated in this campaign for One2One Network. I received a free copy of the CD to facilitate my review. By posting, I am eligible for incentives. All opinions stated are my own.

Win it!!! YourSantaStory DVD Giveaway; A great PERSONALIZED childs gift for Christmas

I heard about Your Santa Story a few months ago and I was intrigued.  When I received the totally personalized DVD I was absolutely amazed!  It really included all the personal tidbits and details that I had filled in when I ordered it online. My hubby and I could not even believe our eyes when we previewed it.  Santa was talking right to us personally!  I know the little one is going to be sitting there in awe on Christmas morning wondering how Santa knows all her amazing accomplishments this year!  He included details about her music lessons and the special awards she received at achool.  The personalized DVD included all the details too....not a thing was missed!!  She was amazed that Santa knew about how hard she was working at her piano lessons and how he even knew about her new theatre class. He even talked about our family and shared how happy he was that the tropical fish made it through Hurricane Sandy thanks to Daddy and the generator! What a great Christmas gift for anyone!

You can include your own personal details and family story with all the little details that are important to you! Don't forget his amazing flute recital or her great save at the final soccer game of the season.  Include Gramma Sylvie and Pop-Pop and don't forget to include the family pet(s).  What a sweet idea for your little girl(s) or boy(s) to get a totally personalized story DVD from Santa.  I had never seen or heard anything like this before. Your Santa Story has a REAL Santa Claus talking right to your family. You can go to YourSantaStory to learn more and order today!
We all have our own traditions and rituals that make our celebration unique to our family. Whether it is a special Christmas breakfast with Mom's yummy pancakes or even a decoration ritual with your tree or the neighbors, it all is truly meaningful to your family. This is a great way to create more special memories with your own children that you will have forever. How fun to share a unique Christmas tradition that not only celebrates your family's uniqueness but is sure to make the Christmas morning even more special!

"YourSantaStory" is a customized, family-specific DVD that will feature an authentic Santa Claus that will talk to each child in the family by name and talk about all the special events in your family story that Mom or Dad want to tell.  Santa will chat about how your children are doing in school, with specific references to sports, piano lessons or anything else you want him to talk about.  He can mention their excellent behavior or how much their grandparents love them.  He can talk about special events or get togethers with cousins or even milestone vacations! Santa can even tell them that he has hidden one last gift for them because they have been so good this year…and then give them the inside scoop on the location!  Just watch them run too.

Take a peek at the just launched YourSantaStory website to learn more about this fun new holiday tradition. While you're there, you can create your own "YourSantaStory" DVD, available for only $29.95.  Please note that because each DVD is custom made to tell your unique story, there are limited quantities that are able to be produced. It is very fast and easy to do and the website guides you through each step. With Christmas fast approaching, make sure you get your order in as soon as possible to ensure delivery by Christmas morning.

In honor of the holiday season, the team at "YourSantaStory", a tiny squad of determined Moms and Dads just like you that LOVE Christmas, will be spreading the cheer by giving away a "YourSantaStory" DVD every week on Facebook until Christmas, while supplies last! 
  
You can get more information through Facebook and Twitter.  Check them out on Pinterest too!

Don't forget to enter the contest below to win your very own YourSantaStory DVD for your child!a Rafflecopter giveaway

Disclaimer:   I was sent this product to review in exchange for my honest opinion.