Karen Mendes

3 Reasons Why You Should Invest In A Baby Monitor

by Karen Mendes | Kid Stuff | 0 Comments

Nothing gives you the serenity of mind like knowing that you are connected to your little bunny even without the physical presence. A baby monitor is an essential tool for every parent and baby. It keeps you connected to your bundle of joy 24/7. You can rest easy while out and about. You stay stress-free knowing that there is an extra eye watching over your baby in case of anything. A baby monitor gets you real-time footage of all the happenings around your little one anytime from anywhere. All you need is a smartphone to automatically connect with the monitor. Come with me as we discover some of the main reasons why a baby monitor should be your next investment. 1. Tracks Baby Sleeping...

Building Your Children’s Confidence In The Water

by Karen Mendes | General | 0 Comments

According to a survey done by the Red Cross, 54% of Americans can’t swim or don’t have the basic swimming skills needed to be safe in the water. Not being able to swim confidently not only puts you at risk, but it also means that you are not able to enjoy a fun form of exercise that can bring great enjoyment. The best time to learn to swim is when you are young - this is why it is important to sign your children up for swimming lessons early and spend some time helping them to build their confidence in the water. Go to the pool or the beach Visiting the pool regularly, or taking them to the beach, will help your kids gain confidence. Don’t just jump straight in though, especially if...

How Healthy is Coffee?

by Karen Mendes | All things Coffee! | 0 Comments

I love coffee. It is part of my morning routine and sometimes in the afternoons for a treat. I will drink it either hot - black, no sugar please! - or iced - cream only. I love coffee so much, my home office is "coffee" themed with artwork and a collection of my favorite coffee mugs. I have a bit of an addiction with coffee mugs too. As I said, I love coffee! How Healthy is Coffee? That being said, coffee has been the butt of innumerable jokes and is often connected with negative emotional and physical side-effects. This beverage has been accused of increasing the risk of heart disease and cancer, as well as raising cholesterol and blood pressure according to Complete Care Physicians....

How To Prepare A Package For Shipment

by Karen Mendes | Tips | 0 Comments

Wondering how to prepare a package for shipping? Read on to know the steps to follow for proper shipment. Imagine your package being thrown around in the back of a truck, sounds nightmarish, right? But that’s what happens when you ship a package, it travels from one truck to another and different warehouses, then at some stage may be handled mercilessly before it finally reaches its destination. All your careful effort to make and deliver a product went to waste just because the packaging was not done right. And what about your customers? Are they going to be happy about the product if it turns out broken or damaged? The correct way of packaging will not only ensure your product reaches...

How to save money on gifts during the winter season

by Karen Mendes | Valentine's Day Ideas! | 0 Comments

Who doesn't want to save money on gifts? With the holiday season rapidly approaching, the time for giving is here again. You will no doubt already be thinking about all of the presents that you need to get for the most important people in your life. Gift giving may cause you to worry over your bank balance, and the festive season can be a stressful time for many when it comes to managing the finances. But, with gift-giving being an important part of the holidays, you’ll want some money-saving tips so that you can give the best presents without breaking the bank. Here are a few ways that you can go about doing just that. Planning Is Vital When it comes to saving gifts during the...

FREE Bambi Valentine’s Day Cards

by Karen Mendes | Free Stuff, Valentine's Day Ideas! | 0 Comments

Valentine's Day cards can be pricy so if your looking to save on them, print these FREE Bambi Valentine's Day cards. The kids will love them and you don't have to spend a lot on them. Plus you can print as many or as few as you need! Bambi Valentine's Day Cards - Print them for FREE! Bambi Valentine's Day Printable Cards

Dancing Deer Valentine’s Day Goodies

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, Valentine's Day Ideas! | 6 Comments

This post is Sponsored by Dancing Deer but my opinions are 100% my own! Those look delicious, right? Considering sending someone Dancing Deer Valentine's Day Goodies this month. I assure you, they will love them!!! Sometimes our loved ones are across the country, which makes it harder to not only see them but to show them how much we appreciate them. Just because someone isn't in your everyday life, doesn't mean they aren't important. My best friend lives about 3 hours from me but we talk on an almost daily basis. There are some days I wouldn't know what to do if I couldn't talk to her. She's a great listener, she always has my back and always takes my side! She knows me so well...

Nabisco Nilla Wafers Printable Coupon

by Karen Mendes | Printable Coupons, Snack Food Coupons | 0 Comments

Nilla Wafers Printable coupon Are you looking for a Nilla Wafers Printable coupon? Check below for the latest Nilla Wafers coupons: $1.00 off ONE Nabisco Vanilla Wafers.* You can also sign up on their website for the newsletter which sometimes contains coupons. *This coupon may not be available anymore. MORE WAYS TO SAVE Using cashback apps can help you save on health and beauty products in stores. I recommend Ibotta, and Checkout 51. You can also earn gift cards for scanning in your receipts with these apps: Fetch Rewards and Receipt Hog NEED MORE COUPONS? Be sure to check Coupons.com, and SmartSource for more coupons! Please note: Printable coupons have a print limit. Once that...

Valentine’s Day Pizza and Ice Cream Sandwiches

by Karen Mendes | Recipes, Valentine's Day Ideas! | 10 Comments

I'm working with Great Value brand products again and this time it's for Valentine's Day! Last week I told you about two recipes my kids and I were going to try this weekend in honor of Valentine's Day and it worked out really well because we were snowed in over the weekend. We had 2 feet of snow which is not normal for us. It was fun and crazy all at once. But the girls loved it and it looked so beautiful! But back to our baking! They love making their own pizza's and the fact that they were shaped like hearts made this so much more fun. I wasn't sure at first if the cookie cutter would cut through the pizza dough but it did and they even kept their shape when cooking. Mini Heart...

Baking with Mike & Ike for Valentine’s Day {fun sugar cookie recipe}

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, Recipes, Valentine's Day Ideas! | 16 Comments

This post is Sponsored by Mike & Ike but my opinions are 100% my own! Are you looking to make a fun treat for the kids for Valentine's Day? How about making some cookies with Mike & Ike Passion Mix? These will not only look cute, but the kids will love them. We received some Mike and Ike® Passion Mix and Hot Tamales® Hottie and while they are great just on their own, they are fun to add to cookies. The Mike and Ike® Passion Mix blend includes Paradise Punch, Strawberry, Grape and Cherry flavors. The Hot Tamales® special edition for Valentine’s Day is the classic Cinnamon flavor everyone loves and the box comes ready to gift with a tag fully integrated into the packaging! My...

5 Things For The Perfect Valentine’s Date

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, Valentine's Day Ideas! | 2 Comments

This post is Sponsored by Yardley London, Instrumental Beauty and Lypsyl but my opinions are 100% my own! I've been out of the dating game for a long time, but that doesn't mean that my husband and I don't still go on dates. While they may be far and few in between, it happens, especially around Valentine's Day. Since we don't get to go out as adults without children very often, I try to do it up as much as I can to make it special and to also feel special. If you are planning for Valentine's Date with either a spouse, significant other, or perhaps someone new, this is for you. 5 Things For The Perfect Valentine's Date The Perfect Outfit - Whether you are dressing up or dressing down,...

13 Quick Beef Dinners for a Busy Week

by Karen Mendes | Beef Recipes, Dinner, DIY, Kid Stuff, Recipes | 0 Comments

This is a busy time of year for families and who feels like going out to eat on busy evenings!? I have a stash of quick beef dinners that I use this time of year and a lot of them contain beef for a few reasons. First of all, beef is affordable and almost always on sale, my family will eat beef so that's a plus and it's so easy to make. I like to buy a few pounds of beef at a time and brown it all ahead of time then freeze in one-pound bags. Then I can pull it out of the freezer and put it in the fridge in the morning and by the time I'm ready to cook dinner, it's thawed and ready to go. Then I can add it to my favorite recipes. You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for most...

New Years Crack {Recipe}

by Karen Mendes | Recipes | 19 Comments

A few years ago over the holiday season, I tried a new recipe for Christmas Crack. It was delicious and everyone who tried it loved it. What is Christmas Crack you ask? It's a yummy saltine cracker, toffee, and chocolate treat that you can whip up in under 30 minutes. Sounds good right? If you are looking for an easy, inexpensive recipe this is one for you. I found a few variations to the recipe and while I loved the first one, I wanted to try something a little different this time. I also learned a few things with the first batch to do differently the second time around. I like to make this for our family New Years Family Gathering for something different other than leftover...

Magazine Gift Ideas for Kids and Foodies

by Karen Mendes | 2020 Holiday Gift Ideas | 0 Comments

If you are looking for a last-minute, easy gift that will give all year long, I have a few ideas for you. FOR KIDS Magazines make great gifts for anyone. DiscountMags is having a big sale on Kids Magazines that are fun and educational too. They make a great gift because it is something they get all year long! These titles are up to 58% off right now. You can easily send them a card to let them know their gift is on the way. National Geographic Kids 1 Year: $14.95 Ranger Rick 1 Year: $14.99 Ranger Rick Jr. 1 Year: $18.99 Girls Life 1 Year: $10.95 National Geographic Little Kids 1 Year: $18.95 Zoobooks 1 Year: $17.99 Jack & Jill 6 Months: $6.99, 1 Year: $11.99 Babybug 1 Year:...

10 Kitchen Gadgets that Are All About Cooking For Family

by Karen Mendes | General | 0 Comments

Nothing binds a family together like good food. You, therefore, have to invest in making some sumptuous meals for your family. Sometimes preparing delicious meals could be involved and tiresome. However, with the right kitchen gadgets, your family will be enjoying food that tastes better than anything they have ever tasted before. With the best kitchen gadgets, you can save on both time and energy, and the results turn out exceptionally satisfactory. Want to make your kitchen the hub for dishes that leave your palates yearning for more? Read this to the last syllable. 1. Microwave A microwave is one of the kitchen gadgets that can ace various tasks. If you have no space,...

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