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Did you watch the CBS video I posted, Chemicals That Make You Fat? Were you as disgusted as me? I’ve never really bought into the organic crunchy lifestyle, but in recent years it’s becoming more evident that the hormone filled steak may not be the best thing for you!
With this new realization I now look forward to Mondays around noon when I receive a wonderful phone call….”You can pick up after 1:30.” No, not my munchkin, my produce! For nearly 2 months I have subscribed to Annie’s Organic Produce Buying Club (http://www.anniesbuyingclub.com/) here in South Florida. For less than $40 a week I receive a tremendous box full of organic, and often local, produce. The box typically contains the staples of what we would normally buy, lettuce, tomatoes and bananas. But, every week there are items new and unique to me, …

I’m the lunchbox packer in this house, like many other Smart Mamas. We fill lunchboxes for the young and old (maybe I should have said middle-aged) with favorites like PB&J sandwiches to bags of chips.

A healthy item, fruit or veggie, is something I like to include, much to the complaints from the little and big. I’ve purchased apples, sliced and bagged them to put in the brown bag, but I’m sorely disappointed at the times the lunchbox returns with the now uneaten browned apples. I’ve recently started using the Eartbound Farm line instead. The individual packages of fresh, crunchy apple slices are perfect! The apples stay fresh and best of all they are very much enjoyed by munchkin and daddy!
Here are some items Earthbound Farms has all ready for you to throw in tomorrow’s lunchbox:

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Soy Delicious Candle
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Are you a tremendous fan of all-in-one products like me? I love them! Soy Delicious Candles is that, and more! Over the last several weeks I have enjoyed the Island Mango aroma from my Soy Delicious candle. The scent is great, especially in the summer! As the candle burns the unique soy “wax” softens. Carefully using your finger or the provided little spoon, you can scoop out a little softened soy to use as a moisturizer – soy with its Vitamin E antioxidant properties, becomes a soft and luxurious moisturizer! So it’s a candle AND a moisturizer! Wait, it gets even better!!! When you have burned out the candle (used up all the soy), wash the glass and you have a 14 oz tumbler for your next cocktail!
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Great value…candle, moisturizer and tumbler in …

ProductNursery Rhymes CD by Rock N LearnSmarty Pants ReviewTested by kids! At my daughter’s summer camp, full of 2 ½ to 4 ½ year olds, the Nursery Rhymes CD played all day today! The kids loved the songs, and with a selection of over 40 songs, you are certain to hear your favorite childhood rhyme! A lyric book comes with the CD! This is a FANTASTIC bonus for us mama’s who have forgotten the lyrics to some rhymes that we haven’t sung in decades!Why is it a Smarty Pants of Product?The Rock N Learn Nursery Rhymes CD provides the classics – the songs you learned as a child – in a lively tune to be adored and sung by your munchkin(s)!Retail Value$12.95Website http:// http://www.rocknlearn.com/
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Bottle SnugglerSmarty Pants ReviewThe Bottle Snuggler is one of those products that must have sensed my tremendous frustration when my munchkin was bottle feeding!! I will never forget the dreams I would have, anxious for the day when she could hold the bottle herself! If you’re a mommy, especially a baby’s mommy, you know what I’m talking about!!!The Bottle Snuggler is essentially “mommy’s hand!” The bottle easily sits in the BottleBand™, which velcros to the adorable toy (pink bunny in my sample), and then sits on the baby’s belly – positioned so the baby can easily drink her bottle. Now, please understand that this is no substitution for mommy’s presence. A baby must ALWAYS have someone monitoring them as they drink – in case of burping or choking.This product is available in a variety of colors and animals.Why is it a Smarty Pants of …

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Colors, Shapes and Counting DVD by Rock ‘N LearnSmarty Pants ReviewWhat a catchy collection of songs and videos! My daughter LOVES it! As my official 2 1/2 year old product tester, she can attest that she loves “Colors Movie”, referring to the Colors, Shapes and Counting DVD.I spent many years as an elementary school teacher convincing parents and students that sitting on the couch watching TV was not the ideal way to spend the afternoon. I still wholeheartedly agree, however, in times when necessary (rainy days, quiet times, sick days…) the right programming can make all the difference. I have a number of shows and movies that I STRONGLY believe are of tremendous advantage for children. One of these is Colors, Shapes and Counting DVD. The video, in a very animated fashion, invites the viewer to sing, to learn the colors, shapes and numbers. …

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Note II: Taking a Chance on Love DVD
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Ahhhhhh What a nice movie. The Note II is one of those relaxing, not too intense movies, to enjoy on a rainy Sunday afternoon. It makes a great gift for the mommy who has everything and needs time to relax!

The Note II: Taking a Chance on Love is a sequel created due to the overwhelming popularity of The Note. This story began as a novel written by best-selling author Angela Hunt. It was then made into a Hallmark Channel original moving becoming the #1-rated Hallmark Channel original movie in 2007 and the third most popular movie in history of the network.
Why is it a Smarty Pants of Product?
Every mommy deserves to watch a nice sweet story about life, love and forgiveness!
Retail Value
$24.96
Website
http://www.sonypictures.com/

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Product Tiny Taste Buds – Fiesta BeansSmarty Pants ReviewWholesome, nutritious, organic and conventional baby food delivered right to your door – that’s Tiny Taste Buds! Last night I sampled some super tasty Fiesta Beans. The perfect dish for Cinco de Mayo! The Fiesta Beans, as many of their other menu items, is simple. Ingredients include red kidney beans, corn, onions, pepper, & garlic with the added kick of cilantro and lime to provide the Latin zest! The flavors aren’t bold, nor should they be, but are certainly very tasty. Tiny Taste Buds provides a convenient way to afford the absolute best, healthiest meals to your baby, without the time and madness it takes to make it yourself.Tiny Taste Buds delivers the dish in frozen 1 oz portions. The portions defrost in little time.This would make a fantastic gift for a new mommy!Why is it …

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Chicken Soup for the Soul ~ Mom & SonsChicken Soup for the Soul ~ Like Mother, Like DaughterSmarty Pants ReviewI’ve found it! What have I found, you ask!?!? The PERFECT gift for moms of all ages. It’s great for the mom of the little baby boy or the mom of the three grown daughters! It’s Chicken Soup for the Soup, Moms & Sons, and Like Mother, Like Daughter. I’ve read through both, and the stories are heart-warming, funny and so cute! A mommy will certainly have a HUGE smile on her face as she pages through stories that inspire and provide celebration of the magical bond between a mother and her children.
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As Mother’s Day approaches, we want to find ways to show the mommies (sisters, friends, aunts…) in …

UPDATED TO EXTEND CONTEST END DATE TO 4/26!ProductFit Mom Post Natal Workout DVDSmarty Pants ReviewI don’t think there is a single mommy out there that didn’t justify every pound gained during pregnancy as, “the baby is growing…” or “oh, it’s just water weight..”, yet post pregnancy it’s still glued to the backside!Now, as Smart Mamas who may be “post pregnancy”, it’s time to stop justifying and get our bodies in gear. Thankfully, Fit Mom, a mom who has been there, done that, has put together exactly what we need! The Post Natal Workout provides cardio and strength training that is meant to be done with your little one. (If the little one is napping, too big and just not in the mood, you can easily adapt the exercises using a pillow or weighted ball.) The exercises are fun, some unique and give you that …

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Burpie Blocker
Smarty Pants ReviewAnother shirt stained! How many times have you, or did you, find spit up making itself a home on a nice clean shirt!?!?! You try to remember the burp cloth. You put it on your shoulder, but then life continues. You lean over to get a pot out of the cabinet, the burp cloth falls off. You use a few minutes to quickly mop the bathroom, the burp cloth falls off. You’re making the bad, the burp cloth falls off. You forget and you hold your munchkin and next thing you know your new, or at least clean, shirt is now soiled and typically stained!
In comes the Burpie Blocker! This burp cloth is like no other. It has the superb absorbency of a top quality cloth with the HUGE added feature of …

ProductCozyCare Cape

Smarty Pants ReviewWow, it’s like the mommy behind the creation of CozyCare Cape heard my moans and groans! CozyCare Cape puts the need of a soft bath towel with the desire of a mommy being hands free and dry during her munchkin’s bath time! The cape is worn over head with a waterproof liner behind the center area. When it’s time to get the munchkin, baby or bigger, out of the bath, the CozyCare Cape allows you to have your hands out and available, rather than gripping onto the baby’s towel while carefully managing to get him/her out of the slippery tub. The cape even comes with a separate hoodie to pop on your munchkin’s head!Why is it a Smarty Pants of Product?
A product that finds a way to make a baby’s bath time safer and easier for …

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Dance with the Animals DVD by Rock ‘N Learn
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So I have found our Rock ‘N Learn favorite! The Dance with the Animals DVD is my daughter’s absolute FAVORITE DVD! I can’t tell you how often it’s watched in this home! The DVD, typical of most Rock ‘N Learn DVDs, is filled with super basic graphics, catchy songs and great content. The Animals DVD teaches the viewer all about animals at the zoo, home and more! They get to act like the animals…learning to use stick their tongue out like a lizard, or purse their lips like a fish. Too cute! My daughter’s favorite is the animal parade. Each time the animal parade comes on, any and every adult in the house must join her to parade around the family room acting as the animals in the parade. It’s a blast watching …

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LAF Brand Attachables Clothing
Smarty Pants ReviewIt’s hot, now it’s cold…how practical is it to easily remove and attach sleeves on your toddler? Much easier than you think! LAF Brand has put together a super line of attachable clothing, making the life of a Smart Mama even easier. No worries if you packed the long sleeve shirt when it’s super chilly in the mall. Just attach the sleeves and your munchkin is all set! You’ll dirty just one piece of clothing, rather than 2!Just tonight I had my munchkin outside playing, while wearing her LAF Brand t-shirt. As the sun began to set I brought out the sleeves and within seconds had both sleeves attached. She loved watching me attach her sleeves! She called them her band-aids!Why is it a Smarty Pants of Product?
These shirts are …

Product Tiny Taste Buds
Smarty Pants ReviewHow does a Smart Mama provide real, not preservative loaded, natural food to her baby? After a long day at the office, or chasing after 3 munchkins, we just don’t have the time it takes to buy, clean, cook and portion organic fruits, veggies and more. Tiny Taste Buds does just that for Smart Mamas! The company was created by two moms on a mission to help new moms feed their children right. Each dish is made with the freshest organic and conventional ingredients available, and then frozen with love. The menu has a little bit of everything, including a dash of Latin flavor. Getting your order is easy because they deliver to anywhere in the U.S. Gift certificates, a unique and practical gift for any occasion, are also available. What …

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Mat Chats
Smarty Pants ReviewProblem: You sit for dinner with your grade 3 + munchkin or even your hubby and you quickly get tired with the uh-huh and i-dunno conversation. Solution: Mat Chats! “Mat Chats are conversation placemats designed to promote open discussions with both family and friends. Each placemat has a theme, an inspirational quote, and four thought-provoking questions. Themes include Friendship, Gratitude, Mindfulness, and more. Mat Chats will help meal time become a bonding experience for the entire family!” The paper mats include questions and quotes on specific themes – 8 different ones available. Mat Chat can certainly gear a great conversation at mealtime!
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Conversation is a pivotal part of any relationship. Utilizing the few minutes you may have the family together with meaningful conversation is certainly …

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Physical Science by Rock ‘N Learn
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Flashback to upper elementary and middle school years…what’s the difference between a neutron and a proton?? What’s the scientific method? What’s the difference between a chemical and a physical change? Okay, I’m guessing most of you could answer one, maybe two. Now what do you do when your grade 5+ munchkin needs help under

standing topics like, motion & gravity, or electricity & magnetism? Rock ‘N Learn has put together another very worthwhile, entertaining DVD that is exactly what you should have for the years of Physical Science!I enjoyed this DVD, alongside my husband (former student of mechanical engineering). He certifies that the information was accurate, and I certify that it was entertaining. On top of that, as a former elementary school teacher, I truly certify that it is a DVD that is well worth the time of …

Product Obagi Condition and Enhance System

Smarty Pants ReviewThe Condition & Enhance System contains a proven therapeutic combination that works at a cellular level to treat the effects of aging and restore the appearance of normal, healthy skin cells and is designed to enhance the results of facial aesthetic non-surgical and surgical procedures including Botox, dermal fillers, laser resurfacing, Ablative Lasers, chemical peels, facial surgeries. With the obvious need to make smart, effective purchases in today’s economical state, Obagi provides you with a much more affordable “face lift.” Over the last several weeks I have followed the very easy to understand Obagi system. I use the face wash, toner and clear lotion each morning, and follow a similar routine in the PM. My face is softer, smoother and never has the greasy feeling that other systems “provide.” Obagi Condition and Enhance System is certainly a …

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Clip ‘N’ Feed Nursing Cover
Smarty Pants ReviewWhat a great product for mommies! The Clip ‘N’ Feed is the perfect item to have tucked into the diaper bag. First off, breastfeeding moms, this is EXACTLY what you need to keep your modesty and privacy when feeding in public. The Clip ‘N’ Feed very easily clips to your shirt, bra… to hold the cover in place while you nurse. No more, praying that a big gust of wind doesn’t fly the cover blanket away! PLUS, the Clip ‘N’ Feed has multiple uses! With the clips you can clip the stylish cover to the stroller – and even car window – to shield your infant from the sun. I just love it! Clip ‘N’ Feed makes a great gift for new mommies!
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Super practical! Multiple uses! Supports nursing …

Product Clever Rabbit ClothingSmarty Pants ReviewThe Clever Rabbit Clothing Line has such funny, unique designs that your child will certainly dawn the most “sharp-witted and whimsical designs” out there! Patterns include, Calvin Whine, GUCCI GOO, both written in the designers’ typical font.The fabric is soft, and washes well. All of their designs are available in the onesie style in 3-6mos and 6-12mos as well as in lap tees in 12-18mos and 18-24mos.Why is it a Smarty Pants of Product?Cleverly funny, 100% organic, unique & made sweatshop free!Retail Value $12.99 (bibs) $24.99 (onesies)Website http://www.cleverrabbitclothing.com/
Smarty Pants Product GiveawayProduct: Clever Rabbit Onesie – Coosword Puzzle design – size 6-12 mosRetail Value: $24.99 Entry Dates: Today – Sunday, February 1, 2009, 11:59 PMWinner Announcement: Monday, February 2, 2009 via blog posting and email.How to …

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Nursery Rhymes by Rock ‘N Learn
Smarty Pants ReviewThe Nursery Rhymes DVD by Rock ‘N Learn provides great entertainment for your little one! Mother Goose walks her children, including your own, through dozens of old school rhymes. She even throws in a few lessons of etiquette and fire safety! The Nursery Rhymes DVD graphics are simple and the singing is super. My daughter, product tester extraordinaire, vouches for that by consistently asking for “rhymes” after her nap! I’m convinced that there is something magical with Rock ‘N Learn DVDs. The Nursery Rhymes DVD is the 2nd one I have had the chance to review and wow, what a hit they have both been in this home! Check out the tremendous variety of educational DVDs created by Rock ‘N Learn – you’ll surely be impressed!

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The Nursery Rhymes DVD is …

Product CoverPlug Smarty Pants ReviewThis is EXACTLY what Smart Mamas need for the outlets they don’t intend on using. The CoverPlug “plugs-in” to your outlet, covering the outlet completely. It blends right in. With just a little paint you can really camofluage it with your wall. The CoverPlug is perfect for those “never going to plug a thing in that outlet” outlet!Why is it a Smarty Pants of Product?It provides child safety and it looks good. It covers the whole outlet with a paintable surface. When painted, the outlet blends with the wall. Secure enough that a child can’t remove it, but an adult can wiggle it out if the outlet is needed. No tools needed, very simple to useRetail Value$4.50Website http://www.coverplug.com/

ProductR.W. Knudsen Sensible Sippers

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As a Smart Mama, I keep water or milk in my munchkin’s sippy cup rather than sugary juice. For so long she didn’t even know juice existed! After one to many playgroups with the other children sipping their juice my little one caught on! I needed an alternative to the super sugary (yet very delicious) juice boxes available in abundance at our local super market. Cue the arrival of Sensible Sippers!!! These juices are perfect for her. They are certified organic and contain for added sugar! And best of all, they are super tasty! She calls them Bear Juice as the Berenstain characters – Papa Bear, Mama Bear, Brother Bear and Sister Bear – adorn the box!

Be sure to check out their website to register and receive a $1 OFF coupon!!!

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Product Girl Gourmet Cupcake MakerSmarty Pants ReviewLittle girls LOVE to be just like mommy. There isn’t a time when I’m cooking in the kitchen and my munchkin doesn’t want to help and stir! It’s so cute. The Girl Gourmet Cupcake Maker is just perfect for the little one’s who have an interest in cooking and especially an interest in sweets! What kid doesn’t! This product is great for parties, sleepovers, expressing creativity – great to be like mom in the kitchen!Why is it a Smarty Pants of Product?Easy and safe to use and it can entertain children and their parents for hours on end! Quality ingredients!Retail Value$29.99WebsitePurchase at all Major retail stores like Amazon, Toys “R” Us, Wal-mart, Kmart, Target!Smarty Pants Product Giveaway

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Retail Value: $29.99
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Peek
Smarty Pants ReviewWant the portability of checking your email on the go but don’t want to subscribe to some hefty data package for your phone? If so, Peek could be exactly what you need! Over the past month I have thoroughly enjoyed keeping up with my SmartyPantsMama email while getting my haircut, at the grocery and even sitting in the car waiting to pick the munchkin up from nursery school. It’s great! I can honestly say that it is SUPER easy to set up, a sure sign that it is SUPER easy to use. To test my theory, I used my not so tech savvy mother as a guinea pig. She was able to easily check and respond to an email in just 2 minutes – proving that Peek is truly a Smart Product for Smart Moms!!!Why is it a Smarty Pants of Product?
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ProductAlphabet Circus DVD by Rock N Learn

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You know you have found a winner when the 1st thing your munchkin says when she wakes up in the morning is “Apple Circus!” My 2 year old munchkin LOVES Alphabet Circus, and for some reason calls it Apple Circus. The Alphabet Circus DVD is fantastic. While the graphics can’t compete with Disney or the like, the content is EXCELLENT. The circus ringmaster teaches the alphabet by sings through each letter, making the letter sounds and finding words of the circus that begin with the letter. The tune is catchy, and I promise you’ll be singing the song all day – it’s one of those that easily gets stuck in your head! This DVD gets HUGE THUMBS UP for Smart Mamas. Tell Santa to put this under the tree, in my recommendation for little ones aged …