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How Ring Video Doorbell Provides Peace of Mind So You’re #AlwaysHome Even When Away

This is a sponsored post Last summer when we spent an amazing two weeks in Turkey and Rome, we knew exactly who was coming and going thanks to our smart video doorbell. Built-in motion sensors detected activity on our property and triggered instant mobile alerts sent to my phone while we were stopped at seaside…

The Importance of Unplugging and Being Present to Make Moments Count #BringingUpBates

This is a sponsored post “How was the concert?” my friend, Thien-Kim of I’m Not the Nanny messaged me when I returned home from last night’s end of the year instrumental music and band concert. “It was your typical elementary school band and orchestra concert!” I replied. “The kids were great but there were way too many parents…

RESCHEDULED for 11/16: #GorillaGlass4Sweeps Twitter Chat w Samsung S6 edge+ sweeps

This post is sponsored by Corning® Gorilla® Glass As a former teacher, I love to learn through travel. There’s nothing better than an immersive adventure to spark wonder, amazement and a desire to learn more. Throughout the past month I’ve been sharing the tough terrain we conquered along with incredible landscapes I witnessed and captured with…

Let’s Talk Healthy Kids at Curious.com’s #HappyHealthyKids Twitter Chat (Tues, 10/27 8:30-9:30 pm ET)

This is sponsored post One-third of all children in the United States are overweight or obese. As a parent, I want my kids to be healthy by eating a colorful plate full of healthy foods at each meal and getting plenty of exercise, but sometimes I feel like I’m not doing enough. How do we…

Join Me to Talk Smart Apps for Busy Moms #BTSTech Twitter Party with French Toast (7/23 at 8 pm)

This is a sponsored post The best technology is the kind that helps us become more efficient to streamline our lives and as we think about school starting in just another month, today’s tech can both help and hinder our parenting. Join me and French Toast, America’s most trusted brand of school uniforms, providing quality…

Learn How to Manage Finances on the Go During #Popmoney Twitter Chat (5/12)

This is a sponsored post Savvy consumers know that it’s smart to manage your money with a service like Popmoney that lets you easily manage finances on the go. Whether you’re making regular payments, sending an amount just once, or looking to gift someone with some cash, Popmoney makes it easy. With graduation and weddings…

Watch the Academy Awards & Tweet with Rayovac Fusion to Win on Oscar Night

This is a sponsored post written as part of my involvement as a Rayovac Power Blogger. It’s Oscar Sunday and the anticipation of the Academy Awards is always such fun! From the glitz and glamor of the red carpet to the excitement of the winners in each category, Oscar night is one not to be…

Join Me for a #TiVoMom #B2S Twitter Party 9/4 from 1 pm ET (Win a TiVo Roamio Pro!)

I’ve always loved using my TiVo digital video recorder (DVR) to record favorite television shows to be able to watch them when I want but over the past year I’ve been completely spoiled by my TiVo Roamio Plus. With the ability to record six shows, store 1,000 hours of content, an easy to use interface…

Join #TalkEarly for a Twitter Chat About Underage Drinking: April 8 at 8:30 pm ET

As a #TalkEarly ambassador, I am compensated for my involvement but all opinions are my own. April is Alcohol Awareness Month and #TalkEarly encourages parents to start having conversations with their kids at an early age about the consequences of underage drinking. Parents are the leading influence in their child’s decision to drink – or not…