Teach My Baby/Toddler/PreSchooler Bath Time Kits Review And ~~Giveaway~~ #HolidayGiftGuide US/CAN

Who are we?

Teach My are makers of award winning learning tools that help your child get a head start! Our products teach babies, toddlers and preschoolers the basic skills, things like; the alphabet, colors, shapes, numbers, reading and even math! Our aim is to encourage early learning, parent child interaction, self-esteem and help children to develop fine motor skills and excellent hand eye coordination. Bond. Teach. Play... 20 minutes a day!

One thing we started early with both of our boys, was to teach them their numbers and letters.  Both were able to spell and write their names before Kindergarten, and Doug (who is in first grade) is actually doing 3rd grade math!!  I am very proud of both of them, and how fast they catch on to new challenges.

There are many ways to teach your kids that make learning fun.  Teach My has quite a few options that are fun for your kids and you!!

Teach My's newest line of learning bath toys helps your baby, toddler and preschooler learn their numbers and letters while in the tub.  

Teach My Baby comes with five rubber duckies, foam number puzzles, and a waterproof counting book.

Teach My Toddler comes with foam floating target letters, waterproof ABC book, and fun squirting toys.

Teach My Preschooler comes with spelling mats, bath crayons, waterproof spelling book, & foam letters.

With Christmas right around the corner, these will make a perfect gift for any small child on your shopping list!!  Each kit is $9.99 on the Teach My website, or at Target.com.  You can find their terrific deluxe kits (see my review here) on their website, or by visiting Target, Walmart, Amazon or Toys R Us. 

Would you like to win all three kits for that special little one on your shopping list??  One lucky reader is going to get all three!!

Enter using the rafflecopter form below and good luck!!



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This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Acel Compression Socks Review And ~~Giveaway~~ #HolidayGiftGuide

At ACEL we are a company of belief. Belief is the foundation of the strong, belief that they can push themselves harder and farther every time they train, hit a trail, the road, slopes, or strive to be the best at what they do. They live in competition with themselves day in and out with a hunger that can only be satisfied with personal bests and achievement.

It’s these same beliefs and motivation that drives the ACEL team to deliver the absolute highest quality compression socks to you. Helping you push your boundaries, train more efficiently, reduce fatigue, and recover faster with the smart fabric technology we’ve developed.

Our beliefs are one in the same, simply stated, to be a better version of who we were yesterday. People like you, developing solutions for you. So put your faith in our team, rest easy tonight, and hit it hard tomorrow.

About a year ago, I started having pain in my left foot.  It wasn't constant, but over time, the pain became very bad.  Especially if I was sitting or standing for long periods of time.  I finally dragged myself to the doctor to find out I have Achilles Tendinitis, Planter Fasciitis, and a Bone Spur.  I was told I need to keep my foot in a natural position.  I have to wear a brace that helps when I am wearing it, but it is not an outside brace.  So when I am walking around with the kids, or shopping, my foot is in agony.  The Achilles Tendinitis actually causes severe pain all the way up to my hip.  My calf muscle throbs the most.  

My Dad has a nerve condition that causes him to loose feeling in his legs.  He gets sharp pins and needles pain, and then they just go numb.  He has a very hard time walking.

When I was told about Acel Compression Socks, I was very hopeful that maybe just maybe they could help my Dad and I.

The benefits are immediate from the moment you put on a pair of ACEL compression socks as the science behind our technology and graduated compression starts to go to work. They will increase the efficiency in blood circulation from your feet all the way to your heart and lungs. This also helps increase oxygen delivery, while decreasing lactic acid production, and promoting high muscle efficiency. Resulting in less fatigue, reduced cramps and shin splints, and greatly improved recovery times.


That along with our moisture wicking material will transfer any moisture buildup on the skin to the outside of the sock where it will dry faster, reduce odor, skin irritation, and most importantly lowering your body temperature by up to 7 degrees in those muscles. So, whether you’re sitting on a long airplane flight, running a marathon, or working on your feet all day, you’ll notice a significant difference in how your legs and feet feel.

I tried the socks on right away.  They are very comfortable.  I also love the fact that my feet were not sweating like with some support socks.  My feet actually felt like they could breath.  

After a little while of wearing the socks, my calf muscle did not hurt as bad.  My foot pain is still there, but I do have to say it dims a little while wearing the socks.  The socks also helped my Dad a little.  He wears them when he's sleeping, and they help improve his circulation in his legs.  He sleeps better now.

Acel socks are designed to help improve circulation, provide cushioned support for your arch, and help reduce fatigue.  Anyone who has chronic pain knows how hard it is to do day to day activity when you hurt.  

I am very impressed with the socks, and I will continue to wear them.  Especially when I work out, or I am standing for long periods of time!!!

You can purchase your own pair of Acel Compression Socks through their website for $34.95.  If you use code SARAHGIFT you can save 20%!!  How cool is that!!

Are you having leg or foot pain and could use a pair of the socks??  Do you know someone else who could use a pair??  Would you like to win a pair??

The good folks at Acel would like to offer three lucky readers a pair of socks in the size and color you would like.

Enter using the rafflecopter form below, and good luck!!


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This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Crab Pot Trees #HolidayGiftGuide

**All opinions expressed are 100% my own.  I was not compensated for this post.  I was given product for review purposes**

I absolutely love to decorate for Christmas.  The lights are so magical.  My Husband and I go crazy decorating our house every year.  We say it's for the kids, but in all honesty, it's for us too!!

This year because the weather has been so warm, we put the lights up already.  With all that warm weather, instead of like past years where we do it in an ice storm or bitter cold, we went above and beyond.  My sister asked me how many strands of lights we have up, and I honestly lost count somewhere around 60!!  

We have added to our display with some more lights, and now a beautiful Christmas tree from Crab Pot!!

The tree is shipped and packed away flat, which is a huge deal for me.  We are running out of space in our basement storage room for more Xmas decorations!!

Assembly is super easy.  Just open the tree, and use the attached twist ties to hold it open.  The tree comes with stakes to hold it in place outside, or you can set it up in the house.

I couldn't wait to see what it looks like plugged in!!

Ignore the photo bombing puppy!!!  He's very excited because it is his first Christmas!!  Isn't the tree (and the puppy) beautiful!!

You can purchase a Crab Pot tree in a variety of sizes.  Ranging from 1' 1/2" to 8'.  You can also get them in white lights, multi colored, LED, and even twinkle lights!!

Show off your decorating skills to your neighbors this year with handmade trees from Crab Pot!!!

This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Helen Ficalora Jewelry #HolidayGiftGuide

**All opinions expressed are 100% my own.  I was not compensated for this post.  I was given product for review purposes.**

I am not going to lie, I love jewelry!!  My husband has spoiled me quite a bit over the years!!  I have some very beautiful earrings, rings and necklaces.  I honestly do not know many women who don't love sparkling pretty jewelry!!

Helen Ficalora has a beautiful assortment of rings, necklaces and earrings for every women on your shopping list this year.  I was sent a gorgeous Sterling Silver Angel Wing Charm on an 18" chain to review.  Look how beautiful this is.

The details on the wing are quite defined, and the charm is approximately 15.3mm X 8.5mm.  I was given a silver chain to make it a necklace, but this would also be a great charm for a bracelet.  To me, it reminds me of my Grandmothers and how they watch over me from heaven.  

Helen Ficalora has many other beautiful charms from initials, to even cupcakes!!  You can get each charm in either yellow, white or pink gold, or sterling silver.  

Their ring selection and earring selections are also gorgeous.  I have already given my husband a list of all the things I would love!!

Make that special women in your life happy this year, and check out Helen Ficaloras selection of beautiful jewelry!!


This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Adam & Eve Products Review **ADULTS ONLY** #HolidayGiftGuide

**THIS IS AN ADULTS ONLY POST.  PLEASE DO NOT READ AROUND CHILDREN!!  All opinions expressed are 100% my own.  I was not compensated for this post.  I was given products for review purposes.**

As the largest provider of adult products for both men and women in the US, Adam & Eve is your smart choice. You can expect that we have taken every measure to provide you with the best in selection, quality, price, service, and information - giving you more time to ENJOY your purchase.

We are dedicated to bringing you an unrivaled selection of sex toys and adult videos at competitive prices. Every product we offer is backed by decades of experience, superior customer service, risk free shopping, and a passion for helping our customers explore sex in a positive way. Just ask any of our over 10 million satisfied customers why they keep coming back for more.

Every year for Christmas, Ben and I have a hard time getting each other gifts that we really want that are not needed items (ie under garments, socks, house stuff etc.)  We deserve to get fun items too!!

Adam & Eve has a large variety of Adult products for every couple.  Everything from toys, to lingerie, to movies, to even cologne.  

I was sent a variety of products to review, and they were a lot of fun to use!!

Adam & Eve sent me these terrific items-

Adam & Eve Glass Ben Wa Balls

Adam & Eve Flavored Lubricants

Adam & Eve Personal Lubricant 4oz.

Adam Cologne

A&E Tender Touch Tickler


Each one of these products is made of quality materials.  The lubricants work very well and last!!  The cherry flavor was actually good tasting, where a lot of the time, the flavored lubes are just plain icky.

The Adam Cologne smells great!!  It is kind of a woodsy scent.  I would use it sparingly though.  I made the mistake of over spraying my Husband, and he had to shower because he was just a little too potent!!

The Tickler is also a fun little toy that you can use in a variety of different ways!!

I am very impressed with Adam & Eves products.  We have shopped there many times over the years, and have never had an issue with any item we've received.  

As I said there is something there for everyone.  Get your extra special person something more personal and fun this year!!



This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Devera Naturals Multi Vitamin Serum #HolidayGiftGuide

**All opinions expressed are 100% my own.  I was not compensated for this post.  I was given product for review purposes.**

Devera Naturals’ Passion: Our Natural Skincare Products

We are passionate about enhancing the beauty of every woman…naturally. At Devera Naturals, we will offer only those products that will benefit you according to our uncompromisingly high standards, contain only natural and organic ingredients, and reflect their Swiss origin and Pure is Best roots recipes.

I am getting older (man I hate to admit that!!)  With that horrible fact, I need to do more for my skin then just wash it.  Moisturizing is a must now.  

Devera Naturals sent me their Multi Vitamin Serum to help moisturize my face.

Vitamins A, C, E and F stimulate collagen production, increase skin’s elasticity, even skin tone, and lighten age spots. Marine extracts, rich in minerals, smooth and quench thirsty skin, while healing lemon peel extract equalizes skin tone and erases signs of fatigue.

I have been using it daily for a couple weeks now, and my face feels softer, and smoother.  I love the smell, and so does my Husband!!  It has even helped soften the red coloring I get in my cheeks.  It absorbs quickly, and leaves a nice smooth feeling, not greasy.

Devera Naturals has a wide variety of products for all skin types, and needs.  Everything from your eyes, lips and face can be nourished!!



 
This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Little Secrets Candy Review #HolidayGiftGuide

**All opinions expressed are 100% my own.  I was not compensated for this post.  I was given products for review purposes.**

We don't pretend to be good at everything ... or even most things. But where we lack in geography bowl trophies we make up for by being really, really good at making candy-coated chocolate.

We're all about sourcing the best ingredients and creating premium blends without any artificial ingredients, flavors or colors because the words "delicious" and "natural" can and should absolutely go together.

Pretty regular at everything else, but our candy game's tight. And like any good little secret, sharing is always optional.

I have many weakness', and one of those is chocolate.  It is my main go to comfort food.  You know chocolate is just plain yummy!!

Little Secrets agrees that chocolate is yummy, and should also be plain.  What do I mean by that??  No artificial anything.  Their chocolates have no artificial colors, or ingredients.  They want their chocolate to be just that, chocolate.  

Now don't get me wrong, just because their chocolate is plain, does not mean that it is plain in taste!!  I was sent a variety of their chocolate flavors to try, and I was in heaven.

My two absolute favorite flavors are their Dark Chocolate Raspberry and their Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter.  Both have delicious chocolate flavor with a nice pop of the Raspberry and Peanut Butter to them.

Little Secrets Chocolates come in two sizes (1.5 & 5 oz) bags.  These make perfect snacks, or even stocking stuffers!!




This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Novum Crafts Indian Headdress Review #HolidayGiftGuide

**All opinions expressed are 100% my own.  I was not compensated for this post.  I was given product for review.**

Novum Crafts is a collection of handmade works of art created by local gifted artists in the heart of Bali, Indonesia.

We handcraft Indian headdresses, carved animal skulls, and accessories inspired by the Native American culture as modest adaptations of the iconic ethos.

It started with a mere fascination for the native arts that Bali indigenous craftsmen were urged to recreate cultural emblems - such as dreamcatchers, turquoise jewelry, and the infamous Indian headdress – to celebrate a living piece of history.

I love hand crafted gifts. They are always made sturdier, and look better then standard machine made items.  To me they also mean so much more.  A handmade card or object from my kids means a lot more then anything that could be bought at the store.

I also love to learn about other cultures, religions and beliefs then my own.  It's great to understand symbolism and meaning behind things like Indian Headdresses.  The spiritual meaning is very powerful.

Novum gifts takes that spiritual meaning seriously and makes beautiful headdresses and accessories to honor their true meaning.

Take a look at this beautiful Green Indian Headdress I was sent to review.

The details and colors are so vibrant and beautiful.  The pictures do not do the piece enough justice.  I am amazed at the design of this piece.  I have it displayed in my living room right now for everyone to see. 

As I said before, Novum Crafts carries a wide variety of accessories as well.  Here are a few that I would love to get.

Beige-Purple Breastplate

Dark-Brown Leather-Bag With Fringes

Multi-Colored Dreamcatcher With Feathers

If you would like to give a beautiful and meaningful gift to someone on your list this year, make sure you check out Novum Crafts.


 
This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.

Petmate Dog Products Review

**All opinions expressed are 100% my own.  I was not compensated for this post.  I was given products for review purposes.**

Our story. It was 50 years ago that Petmate created the first dog kennel at our home office in Arlington, Texas. It’s our passion for pets that drove us then and continues today.

What started with kennels has grown to encompass a full line of products and solutions for the pet industry and, more importantly, pet families. Many of our products are made in that same factory that produced the world’s very first kennel.

Petmate, an international company, continues to produce many of our products in the USA at our manufacturing facilities in Arlington, Texas. We source much of the plastic we use in our manufacturing from our Spectrum Plastics Facility, also based in Arlington. It is at this award-winning manufacturing operation that we produce nearly 80 million pounds of resin each year. We purchase post-industrial, pre-consumer, recyclable materials to reduce our carbon footprint. We also utilize eco-friendly manufacturing techniques to ensure that our pets and their families have a beautiful world to play in.

We are proud that our manufacturing facility has been given the Edison Green Award, for being "a leader in globally recognizing, honoring and fostering innovation and innovators to create a positive impact in the world." At Petmate, we are committed to enhancing the lives of pets and their owners every day.

This past June we gained a new family member.  His name is Kevin and he is a hand full!!  We got him from a shelter so we are not 100% sure how old he is.  We think he's about 11 months.  We also think he is a Jack Russell/Chihuahua mix.

Kevin is very different from The Sam.  He has no food hangups (he eats everything!!)  He also plays with a lot more toy varieties then Sam did.  Sammy was very gentle with her toys, where Kevin likes to break them apart.  We have found a couple toys that with stand his rough play, but not many.  I was very excited to give Petmates JW Megalast Glow toys a try.  

These toys are made of their durable Megalastomer material which makes them perfect for rough and tumble play.  These toys float, bounce, and hold up to all manner of play.  They glow in the dark (which is pretty cool,) and they are infused with Vanilla!!  Kevin loves his, and plays with it all the time.  So far there are no dings or dents, so I think this one is going to be a keeper!!

Petmate also carries leashes.  This is a problem area for us.  We have had Kevin for 4 months now, and have gone through just as many leashes.  He runs so fast and rough, that he snaps them easily.  So far I have found the Petmate Walkabout Glow In The Dark Retractable Leash to be staying strong against hurricane Kevin!!

I like that the leash is strong, but that it also glows in the dark!!  I can see Kevin at night when he is running around like a mad man!!

Petmate has a lot of other products for your favorite friends.  Products for dogs, cats and birds.

Don't forget your favorite pet this holiday season.  Check out Petmate to get them the items on their wish list!!




This post is written by Sarah Coulsey. She is a Wife, and Mother of two boys living in New England. This post may contain affiliate links.