Lindsay Brin's Shed 5 Fast DVD Review + Coupon Code

Are you looking to lose that pregnancy weight?  I have found a women that will get you motivated to lose pregnancy weight.  Better yet, she shows you how she loses her baby weight week by week.  By seeing this, it is just extra motivation that it IS actually possible.  Who am I talking about?  Lindsay Brin from Moms into Fitness!  I was sent the Lindsay Brin's Shed 5 Fast with Moms Into Fitness DVD to review with Mama Buzz recently, let me tell you I'm loving it.   

Lose that pesky five pounds faster than you put it on! You can achieve the ultimate fat burn in just 30 minutes.

Did five extra pounds sneak up on you in your busy life? Get rid of them fast with these two total-body workouts that balance toning exercises with bursts of energetic cardio for maximum fat burning in only 30 minutes. This interval training is the most efficient way to burn calories, and two different workouts ensure you will not hit a plateau during the six week program. You will lose five pounds or more in just the first three weeks!

Lindsay Brin uses the 3/3 interval method for the most effective fat burning workout - 3 minutes of toning using multiple muscle groups to boost metabolism, and 3 minutes of martial arts/kickboxing to melt fat in exercises that are simple and effective. Follow your level- beginner, intermediate or advanced, or step up your program to advanced as you start to see results.

Workout 1:

3 minute warm-up

24 minute 3/3 intervals

3 minute cool-down

Workout 2:

3 minute warm-up

24 minute 3/3 intervals

3 minute cool-down

Lindsay Brin created Moms Into Fitness to help moms find a flat stomach.

I can see this DVD helping you lose a lot more then those pesky 5lbs, but she has an entire collection of DVD's for other reasons.  Don't let the title of lose 5 throw you off, this workout will definitely work you out!  I guess if you think about it though, the last 5 are usually the hardest.  I've been trying to lose 5 in my stomach area for about 5 years now, lol.

This dvd contains 2 workouts, each consisting of a 3 minute warmup, 24 minute weight loss challenge (Workout 1) or 24 minute interval burn (Workout 2) and a 3 minute cool down to finish. These 30 minute workouts use 3 sets of weights, light/medium/heavy, depending on your level of fitness. Lindsay also has 3 levels being demonstrated: Lindsay is demonstrating at an intermediate level, Tara is showing beginner modifications while Amy is stepping up for the advanced participants.

There is a nice variety of exercises to the program that I really enjoy. Some I've never done before in any other video.  It is high energy with great music, plus Lindsay is a great motivator.  Love her attitude.  While I waited for the workout to arrive, I subscribed to her blog and started reading her website.  I really like her a lot, she seems like she would be an amazing women to get to know.  She has two children, so she understands what us moms go through.  Nothing like a skinny single chic with no kids yelling at you to get in shape, right?

You can head over to Moms into Fitness for more information.  There is a calculator to find your BMI and figure out your weight loss goals.  You can also print out a free meal plan and food journal. 

You can keep up with Lindsay at the following social sites ~ Youtube ~ Has some really informative videos to watch, along with trailers from her DVD collection. Personal Blog
Twitter
Facebook

Be sure to check out her Entire Collection of workout DVD's over at Amazon.  Lindsay recently released a new program ~ 60 Day Slimdown program for moms that want to commit to 5 days a week, complete with Fitness Tracker, 3-phase Meal Plan and workout calendar.  You can find all of her products over at Moms into Fitness + I have a 20% coupon code for you to use there. 

I did this review for Mama Buzz.  Lindsay Brin sent me a Shed 5 Fast DVD to help facilitate this review.  No compensation was received.   
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Oxy Clinical helps treat both teen and adult Acne!

Acne affects 85% of Americans at some point in their lives, which makes it the most prevalent skin disease in the country.   I myself have suffered from it since 6th grad one, and now I have an 8th grader daughter.  We both tend to break out on our chin the most, with blackheads on the nose.  I personally cannot aford expansive trips to the dermatologist so I need an over-the-counter solution that provides fast and noticeable results. Luckily, OXY Clinical acne treatment offers a powerful and affordable solution to stubborn acne without the need for a costly dermatologist appointment!

OXY's focus on the "science behind skincare" has led to the creation of their new Clinical System which incorporates patented technologies with prescription-strength ingredients to ensure a quick and discrete solution to acne. OXY Clinical delivers a new level of treatment technology in a system that can be applied on a daily basis in our home. Each of the system's three treatments contains an advanced delivery system technology that helps the product work continuously over time. This allows OXY Clinical to provide clinical results without a prescription while remaining gentle enough for every day use and it won't over dry skin.

The OXY Clinical Clearing Treatment penetrates deep into pores killing the bacteria, while the Advanced Face Wash uses AcneShield technology to unclog the pores and fight flare-ups. To complete the treatment process, the Hydrating Therapy delivers nutrients to replenish acne-prone skin while fighting blemishes and controlling oil.  I have read in the past, the worst thing to do with acne is skipping the moisturizer which is commonly done.  I know myself, I used to skip my nose and chin area.  After reading that article years ago, I started applying lotion to those areas and well and did notice an improvement!

The products' patented, acne-fighting technology is clinically shown to eliminate 99% of acne bacteria in 8 hours. So what does this mean to you and your teen? In short, it works; and when an embarrassing breakout appears, that's what matters.

I've been using the 3 step process of the Oxy Clinical Product for over a week now.  My daughter has been using it occassionally.  She really hasn't gotten into the daily thing of taking care of her skin.  I'm trying to convince her important it is, but I guess living carefree is always a good thing. 

Anyways, I've been using the Advanced face wash every morning, then the clearing treatment at least once a day but sometimes twice, last the hydrating treatment once a day when I'm getting ready for the day.  My face has actually really cleared up. My chin is always the worst, and it has been breakout free.  Just working on clearing it up.  My nose has blackheads, and I have found nothing for them at all.  My forehead is my other breakout zone and it has been totally clear using Oxy Clinical! 

My only complaint so far is I wish they would add a toner.  I like using a toner, and it would be nice to have the same product line. 

I haven't come across it yet in stores, so I'm not sure how much it costs yet.  I was sent the Solutions pack and the wash is around 2oz I believe.  I'm not sure if that is the normal size or if they sell larger products.  The two treatments are the perfect size, I would like a larger wash though.  It does last a long time though, you need a really small amount to cover your entire face.  Like the pea size amount you would put on your toothbrush.  The texture of it really goes a long way.  I haven't experienced any drying out from this product either. 

This is something that is worth trying out if you suffer from Acne.  I have no complaints whatsoever on Oxy Clinical. 

I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central on behalf of Oxy Clinical and received products necessary to facilitate my candid review.”


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Limited Edition Buffy the Vampire Slayer Soda

Jones Soda just launched limited edition Buffy the Vampire Slayer soda bottles. They are available in 6-packs for $12.99 and a 12-packs for $21.99. Below is a list of the Buffy the Vampire Slayer soda bottles.

• Buffy's Blue Bubblegum
• Dawn's A Centaur! Root Beer
• Xander's Strawberry Lime Elixir
• Twilight's Old Moon Orange & Cream
• Willow's Green Apple Witch's Brew
• Gile's Grape Potion

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Snikiddy Chedder Cheese Baked Fries Snack Review & Giveaway

Snikiddy’s baked fries are all-natural, gluten and wheat free with no preservatives, no corn syrup, no trans-fats, no hydrogenated oils, and have 50% less fat than fried snacks like potato or vegetable chips.

I was sent the Chedder Cheese flavor to try out.  I like them a lot, I love how crunchy how they are.  The taste is good, however I think I'd prefer the original.  My kids absolutely loved them and crunched away.  I had to fight the little bag back to finish sampling them.  These will definitely be purchased in my household!

A healthy, tasty alternative to typical fried snacks like potato chips, making them a favorite for families seeking healthy snack options-

• All Natural
• Gluten-free
• Wheat-free
• No corn syrup
• Peanut-free
• No preservatives
• No trans fats
• No hydrogenated oils
• 50% less fat than potato chips

There is a great assortment of flavors and products

• Southwest Cheddar Baked Fries
• Bold Buffalo Baked Fries
• Cheddar Cheese Fries
• Classic Ketchup Fries
• Original Fries
• Parmesan Garlic Fries
• Nacho Cheese Puffs
• Grilled Cheese Puffs
• Mac n’ Cheese Puffs
• Pizza Puffs

Price: 4.5 oz. bag for $1.79 ~ Alice is running a promotion right now, you can purchase Snikiddy here.


Snikiddy is on facebook and they are running a sweepstakes right now.   Fill out the sweeps tab to enter for a chance to win the weekly drawing for a Snikiddy gift basket or the grand prize- a Jamis kids' bike.


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Giveaway ~ I have a sample bag to send to one of my readers.  To enter, let me know what flavor you most want to try.


Extra entries ~

• like Snikiddy on facebook
• follow Snikiddy on twitter
• follow this blog and/or subscribe to my rss
• blog about this giveaway
• tweet this giveaway

This review was done for MamaBuzz.  I was sent a sample package of Snikiddy baked fries to try out for this review.  No compensation was received.

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Tutu Deadly Jenny T. Partridge Dance Mysteries, No. 1 Book Review

I haven't done a book review in forever, and I really need to get back into it.  I read a lot, and I find most of my books by browsing online for reviews, etc.  I was looking for some new authors to read about a month ago and came across a cozy mystery series about dance.  How perfect!

A cozy new mystery series that's about to make its dazzling debut performance.

Meet the dance instructor who puts criminals behind bars.

Meet Jenny T. Partridge, founder of Ogden, Utah's premier school for budding prima-and not-so-prima-ballerinas. For Jenny, dealing with difficult stage mothers is business as usual...until murder cuts in.

When the obnoxious mother of Jenny's most talented student meets her maker-courtesy of poisoned cookie dough purchased through the Academy's fund-raiser-Jenny must dance as fast as she can to clear her name.

I really got a kick out of Tutu Deadly.  It was a quick read for me, all fun.  Jenny is a very likable character, a bit quirky or in her words eccentric.  Jenny's love is dance and she is a dance teacher/owner.  Being a dance mom, I had so much fun reading about the "psycho dance moms" that Jenny has to deal with.  I have to admit, I found myself thinking, hmmm I hope the owners of my daughters dance studio don't think that about me.  Of  course, I don't think I have ever done anything that these moms have done, lol.

I'm looking forward to reading the next couple books in the series.  I think the author has a lot of potential.  There were parts that I thought could have been thought out better, but it really was a fun story.  If you enjoy reading and have anything to do with dance, I really think you'd get a kick out of this series.  If you aren't in the dance field at all, but enjoy cozy mysteries then you should also enjoy it.

Another great thing about this book is a tween, teen or adult can read it.  Honestly throughout the book, Jenny (age 30) acts more like a teenager then adult, so teens should enjoy this book.

Books so far in the series ~

Tutu Deadly
Tapped Out (Jenny T. Partridge Dance Mysteries, No. 2)
Pointe and Shoot (Jenny T. Partridge Dance Mysteries, No. 3)


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2010 Books & Movies

Cover of The Black Ice (Harry Bosch)

Books

1. The Black Ice by Michael Connelly (Harry Bosch Series, 2nd book) ~ Jan 10
   
2. U is for Undertow by Sue Grafton ~ Jan 14
3. Night Passage by Robert B. Parker ~ Jan 17
4. Dark Side of the Morgue by Raymond Benson ~ Feb 4th
5. The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown ~ Feb 20th
6. Remember When by Nora Roberts & JD Robb ~ Feb 28th
7. Devil Bones by kathy reichs ~March
8. The Concrete Blonde by Michael Connelly ~ March 16th 
9. 206 Bones by Kathy Reichs audio book ~ March 2010
10. The Last Coyote by Michael Connelly ~ March 2010
11. Trunk Music by Michael Connelly ~ March 2010
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13. Visions in Death by JD Robb ~ June 2010
14. Worst Case by James Patterson ~ June 2010
15. The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner by Stephenie Meyer ~ June 2010
16. Chasing the Dime by Michael Connelly ~ June 2010
17. City of Bones by Michael Connelly ~ June 2010
18. Lost Light by Michael Connelly ~ June 2010
19. The Narrows ~ June 2010
20. Black Magic Sanction by Kim Harrison ~ July 2010
21. Tutu Deadly ~ July 2010

Movies

1. Angels & Demons
2. Escape to Witch Mountain
3. Ghosts of Girlfriends Past
4. Paranormal Activity
5. House on Haunted Hill (1999 version)
6. Alice in Wonderland 3d ~ March 7th
7. What happens in Vegas ~ June 
8. Wanted  ~ June

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The Moment you Knew from E.P.T

Do you remember the moment you found out you were pregnant?   I certainly do with both of my girls!  My oldest was totally planned.  I read a ton of books on having a baby, figured out my cycles and everything.  I wanted to get pregnant in April, so I started trying in February.  Never thought I'd get pregnant on my very first.  Next thing I knew, I was staring at a positive pregnancy test in March.  My darling baby girl came early in September of that same year.  Talk about world win, especially since I was 19, lol.  I was done having kids after that, but I had a wonderful little surprise 4 years later when I was staring at a positive ept stick :)  

Being a scrapbooker all my life, I saved both of my pregnancy tests.  My first one was a square one, so I stuck it on a scrapbook page inside a memborilia holder, lol.  My second was the ept stick, so I took a picture of it and scrapped that.   I did save the stick in a plastic baggie as well.


Throughout our pregnancies, we collect and save keepsakes by which to remember our experience.  According to a recent survey commissioned by the makers of e.p.t. brand, the top three pregnancy keepsakes are ultrasound photos, items from the delivery day and at-home pregnancy tests.  What's more, 67% of expectant mothers saved their at-home pregnancy test – the first proof that they were pregnant – for reasons ranging from showing it to a partner to saving it as a poignant life-milestone keepsake.  Confession: I saved both of mine, buried in the back of my lingerie drawer.  Not anymore!  Now, e.p.t. offers women a commemorative Keepsake Case and scrapbook card to mark the life-changing occasion (available with a mail-in proof-of-purchase).  For more information about the Keepsake Case and pregnancy testing, please visit www.testaccurately.com. 


I'm using my keepsake kit to save my 2nd daughters pregnancy stick.  Super excited to get it out of the plastic ziploc baggie :)


e.p.t. has partnered with Room to Grow <http://www.roomtogrow.org> , an organization that is dedicated to enriching the lives of babies born into poverty throughout their critical first three years of development.  Please consider Room to Grow when you select a charity to support.


I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central on behalf of e.p.t and received an e.p.t. keepsake case and a $20 gift card to JustGive.org to facilitate my review.
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Mycoupons.com

I love to bargain hunt.  I absolutely hate paying full price for anything!  I've always been that way, but even more so with the economy and having kids.  One site that helps me save money is MyCoupons.com!  I will not shop online without checking for coupon codes first.  I can usually either find a percent off or free shipping.  There is almost always a code!

I love the way that MyCoupons is laid out.  Super easy to navigate with several browsing options.  There is also a fun Deal of the Week to check out.  They offer online coupon codes and printable coupons.

Can you believe we are already back to school shopping?  How I feel on that subject is another blog post, but if you are looking for deals then MyCoupns.com can help you find popular back to school coupons.  There is a huge range of stores ~ Kmart, organize.com, Borders, Finish Line, Sears to name a few.

You can connect with MyCoupons on Facebook and on twitter.  MyCoupons also has an online community or forum, you can find and share deals with other frugal money savers.  On these boards, you’ll find garage sale listings, tips on rewards programs, freebies, auction talk, etc.  This is a Mama Buzz review.
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Bright Beginnings from Parent’s Choice Has A New Look!

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of PBM Products. All opinions are 100% mine.

Parent’s Choice’s Bright Beginnings Infant Formula has come up with a new can design recently!  I am really liking the new design.  It really "pops" off the shelves.  Plus it doesn't look like a generic brand anymore, it looks like an actual brand that can compete with Enfamil and Similac (like it should!)


After all, Bright Beginnings infant formula is certified by the USDA and contains nutrients in levels recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics which is the largest organization of pediatricians dedicated to the health and well-being of infants and children.

It has more of the easily digested protein whey, just like breast milk has. It also provides nucleotides in levels like breast milk to bolster immunity and has the highest level of DHA (19mg per 100 Calories) found among national baby formula brands

Bright Beginnings comes in several different varieties to suit your needs ~ Gentle Formula, Organic, Milk-Based, Follow-On, Weight-Gain, just to name a few.

Bright Beginnings Formula Fast Facts ~

• Available in powdered baby formula only.
• Sand- like granules that are yellowish in color .
• Sold in a large cans, approximately 23 percent larger than the largest cans offered by most other manufacturers.
• Not only does the canister contain and make more formula than other infant formulas like Similac, Enfamil or Good Start it also has more DHA and ARA than other brands.
• 100% nutritionally complete – Fortified with iron and contains all vitamins, minerals, and nutrients required for your healthy baby’s first year and in levels recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
• Costs less than other infant formulas.

Bright Beginnings available at diapers.com right now! They have several offers going on right now ~ Free 1 - 2 day shipping on orders over $49, free returns and new customers get $5 off first order of diapers and formula!



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