Sensory Sunday: Pool Noodle Lacing & Numbers

This weeks Sensory Sunday was a hit Booboo loved it and actually sat and played with it until i put it away.

Here is how to make it!

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Getting Through Cancer with a Support System

Being diagnosed with cancer is often times shocking and scary. You’re initial thought may be you never thought this could happen to you. Once the reality settles in you might be left with many questions such as what is your next plan of action, where should you get treatment, and how are you going to get through this. All of these thoughts are normal when you’re first diagnosed with cancer. However, do not panic because not only are there are a lot of fantastic doctors who will make sure you have the best treatment available, but you can create a support system so you’ll never feel alone.

Do Your Research

Not sure where to get treatment for your cancer? First do your research so that you know which doctors are the best and which ones specialize in your type of cancer. Then you’ll need to line up a few appointments with different specialists. After you meet with them you can make an educated decision on which doctors you’d like to get treatment from. After you have met a few doctors and have discussed your options, narrow down your list and decide on a doctor who you feel will help you fully recover.

For example if you have prostate cancer there are prostate treatments available in San Antonio. Cyberknife thereapy is one form of outpatient treatment. There is a START Centerin San Antoniothat after you visit the center five times for treatment you can resume your normal activities after each session. Consider all of your options carefully before making any decisions.

Inform Your Family Members

Don’t procrastinate in telling your family members. They can help you through not only the treatments, but they can offer you the support you need when you’re not feeling your best. It may be difficult telling them at first, but waiting to tell them will only make it more difficult to break the news to them later on. Take advantage of the support they can offer and you’ll be able to go through the treatments with less difficulty. Allow them to take you to appointments, be there when you’re not feeling well, and offer you encouragement when you’re feeling discouraged. That’s what family members are there for.

Join a Support Group

Family members are great, but if they personally have not gone through cancer sometimes it can be hard to relate with them on every level. Ask your doctor if they know of local support groups in your area. If they don’t know look online or ask another cancer patient if they are aware of any groups. Once you are aware of different groups that you can select from, join a cancer support group where you can really open up and talk about what you are going through. A support group will be able to lend a listening ear, be empathetic towards what you are going through, and be there when things are difficult. Who knows, you may develop some friendships that will really help you stay positive and be there for one another through thick and thin.

KidOFit Shoes Theo

KidOFit® shoes were created by Ron Bar, PhD in Biomedical Engineering who has been developing innovative foot-care products over 20 years. Before KidOFit®, Ron was the founder and president of Orthofeet, Inc., a leading company in the orthopedic shoe and foot orthotics business.

After selling his part in Orthofeet, Ron's daughters - who have had difficulties finding well-fitted shoes for their kids - suggested that he should use his expertise in foot biomechanics and shoe design to develop high-quality shoes for kids. Ron took the challenge seriously, and created innovative shoes, which are designed to promote healthy foot development in infants and toddlers.

We tried out a pair of their boys shoes and I choose Theo.

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These are so nice and they were easy to put on. When I pulled these out of the box they were so different than any other shoes I have ever seen. I love the clear toe area that is so genius!

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Features

• CLEAR VIEW OF TOES - Transparent soles offer a clear view of the child′s toes, enabling to check how the foot is positioned inside the shoe, and when it′s time for a larger size.
• ADJUSTABLE FIT - Elastic collar stretches around the heel, and conforms to the individual′s foot width. The supple construction provides soft contact with the foot for maximum comfort.
• ERGONOMIC DESIGN - Soft, flexible construction allows the foot to move naturally, as close as it gets to barefoot walking. Soft, foam-padded interior-lining enhances comfort and protection.
• BAREFOOT COMFORT - KidOFit Barefoot Sole(TM), made of a thin, flexible elastomer, mimics barefoot walking, promoting the development of bones and muscles, and improving posture skills.
• CUSTOMIZED FIT - A Heel-Strap along with an elastic collar enable to adjust the grip around the heel, offering a precise fit, and eliminating slippage.
• ANATOMICAL SHAPE - Wide, roomy Toe-Box offers a comfortable fit and extra space for toe movement. The wide base of the shoe enhances stability and walking confidence.
• EASY ON AND OFF - KidOFit shoes are constructed with a wide opening at the tongue area, enabling the foot to easily enter the shoe without having to squeeze the toes.
• FITTING INSERTS - A set of fitting inserts is available to reduce the space inside the shoe when the fit is too loose. As the foot grows, the inserts can be removed, extending the useful life of the shoe.

Here is how they look on.

He has a little bit to grow in these and I was sent a extra insert to make the shoes fit better. I really like these and they are so stylish.

They are also very easy for him to fun in.

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Sensory Sunday: ISPY Bottles

This is a great one Booboo LOVES these he carries both of them around together and loves the sounds of the rice shaking.

If you have a sensory craft idea that you would love to see us make and feature please post a comment of leave a link to a project below.

New Walgreens Well Beginnings

Did you know that Walrgreens has a new baby line? Walgreens Well Beginnings has new diapers, wipes, baby body products as well as  Oral Electrolyte.

First is their diapers. I looked up the pricing online and they are $9.49 for a pack and right now at least online they are buy 1 get one 50% off.

Soft stretchable waist and side panels wrap your baby in softness. Excellent leakage protection for day and night. Extra soft inner liner with natural botanicals, vitamin E and aloe. Cottony soft outer cover.

• Hypoallergenic
• Fits 22-37 lbs (10-17 kg)

Made in USA

Here is how they look on.

Next is their Wipes  these retail for $2.39 a pack and are also b1g1 50% off.

These wipes are made with Tri-Form, a unique 3 layer fabric, specially designed with two quilted cottony soft outer layers for superior and gentle cleansing for your baby's delicate skin. The inner layer is strong and thick to prevent tearing or stretching, keeping your hands clean.

• Hypoallergenic and alcohol free
• Dermatologist approved
• 6.7 in x 7.7 in

Made in USA

New Beginnings baby wash retails for #2.89.

Our baby wash is designed for use on your baby's entire body. The rich lather effectively cleanses your baby's hair and skin without the fear of tears. Unlike baby soaps, this baby wash cleans without drying because it's 100% soap-free, dye-free and pH-balanced. In fact it is milder than any baby soap. The tear-free formula is clinically tested hypoallergenic and is dermatologist and allergy tested. Paraben and phthalate free.

Made in USA

The last item we tried id their Oral Electrolyte I could not find any info online about it as they are only sold in stores. We did use it with out bouts of the poopies and I felt it really helped him take in what he needed. 

The Orkin Scientific Back-to-School Giveaway

“Daddy longlegs are poisonous.”
“Mosquitoes prefer adults over children.”
“Ants can survive underwater.”

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•Watch every episode of Scientific Fact or Scientific Fake and find out the answers to these age-old bug myths.

I challenge you to take the test!





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Hasbro Toys Transformers Battle Masters 2 Pack

Hasbro toys are a hot commodity in our house with something for Brendan and Booboo. Transformer toys are great for kids of all ages and we were excited to try out their Transformers Battle Masters 2 Pack and it retails for $24.99.

Now you can rule the ring, as two of your favorite Transformers characters go head to head in this Battle Masters game. Challenge a friend and have a fight night with these two powerful contenders, and see who can strike, punch and jab to win the bout. "The Diesel Destroyer" and "The Calamity of Humanity" meet head-on as they try to knock each other's head off-balance!

The war between the Autobots and the Decepticons has been raging for centuries, and the battle continues with this Transformers Battle Masters 2-pack game. The powerful Optimus Prime robot and his nemesis Megatron, two awesome and mighty archenemies, are ready for battling action! You control the fight as these Transformers Battle Masters figures duel to the finish. Choose your favorite bot, pick your side, and join the battle for Earth!

2 Figures, 2 controllers and instructions.

Brendan really liked these and even booboo loves to take them from us and run around with them making crashing noises. I can even say that I got in on the action and they were pretty fun. Brendan said they are a really good on the go toy and they are easy to carry around. 

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The Febreze Noseblind Challange & HUGE Giveaway #Noseblind

This review and giveaway was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Febreze. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine.

I took the #noseblind challenge from Febreze and I was sent these products to put it to the test. Are you aware of the daily scents of your house? We have constant poopy diapers and animal smells that we are just used to it or #noseblind. 

How does someone become #noseblind you ask? Noseblindness is a nasal condition where you become accustomed to the odors around you over time, which are created by the odor cycle. Odors from various activities are released inside your home where they can stay airborne or deposit on the soft surfaces that act like odor magnets.  s a result, most suffer from noseblindness in their natural habitat where they perceive a certain scent as "home" but don't detect this familiar scent as malodorous. This can be particularly embarrassing when entertaining guests.

So the #noseblind challenge was simple invites a few friends over for movie night. Everyone took a survey when they arrived and were asked what kinds of smells they were smelling at that time in my house they didn't know that we just had a major poopapolisa before.I pooped the popcorn and then we all took another survey which asked what we were smelling now. Now we were told to watch a movie and after that we were asked to complete another survey and were asked what we smelled. For me I couldn't smell the popcorn anymore but the others could. I sprayed the Febreze all over and it smelled great and make all of the smells gone in the house. 

Do you have any yuck smells in your house? Febreze contains a molecule known as Cyclodextrin that traps and eliminates odors and leaves behind a pleasant scent Febreze gives you the confidence to always be ready for guests on a moments notice, or no notice at all. 

Learn more about the Febreze noseblind test and all of there products HERE. Make sure to follow Febreze on FACEBOOK and TWITTER. 

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Sensory Sunday: Peace Weighted Products & $100 GC Giveaway

I am always excited to try out a product that is sensory related. We have not been getting very much sleep here in our house so i was extra happy to try out some products from Peace Weighted Products. I was able to try out a stuffed animal and a weighted blanket.

First is their Weighted Plush Animals I choose a bear and they retail for $29.99.

 This bear is so sweet and booboo loves his stuffed animals has carries them all over and just hugs and kisses them all over. With him carrying around this bear it allows him to do heavy work and help with his sensory issues. I put the bear in his shopping cart and I let him push it all over. This is his favorite thing to do with it.

I also was really surprises on the fabric selection for their Weighted Blankets. I choose batman because who doesn't love him. This one is the toddler size and it retails $70.00.

• Size:  approx. 33" wide x approx. 40" long (shorter than a crib or toddler bed mattress)
• Top Fabric: Blue cotton with Batman images
• Bottom Fabric: Blue cotton
• Custom Weighted 2-7 lbs. with non-toxic poly beads.  
• There is no Extra Lining / Padding in this blanket
• Free shipping in the USA
• The fabric is a licensed product, but the blanket is not

Here is my video.

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