Wubbzy's Christmas Adventure + Giveaway!
You might have seen Wubbzy before starring on the ever popular with kids show - Wow! Wow! Wubbzy. While I personally do not understand the fuss about this cute little guy, although I do have a soft spot for Daisy & her dancing feet, both of my children LOVE this show. They sit completely engrossed from the moment the bouncy theme song starts to play. Wubbzy's Christmas Adventure was no different. They absolutely loved the story - everything from decorating the tree to the repairing of a snow sculpture. It had them engrossed and since it didn't contain any trains or golf clubs that is quite impressive for my little guys. The message it delivers is wonderful - all about sharing and caring for people. Friendship is an important part of any one's life and this DVD does an excellent job of showing the ingredients to a good friendship. My 4 year old's favorite part was the mystery of the Snow Shoo-Shoo. He fancies himself a bit of a spy, so solving mysteries is one of his favorite things to do. As for my little guy (15 months) - it was all about the catchy songs. The moment that music came on he was in full rock star mode. The feet are wiggling completely separate from the beat, his hands making movements that appear to fake snapping, and his head is thrown about like a headbanger with balance issues. They love it and I love the way it gives me time to unload a dishwasher, fold some laundry, or better yet have a whole 30 minutes without loud, wild munchkins running about. It's perfect for the holiday season and you can rest easy knowing that the content is actually full of good values while still extremely entertaining. Check out the trailer below to see a quick preview!
3 lucky readers will win their own copy of Wubbzy's Christmas Adventure!! To enter to win first visit the Wow! Wow! Wubbzy website and then leave a comment below sharing why you want to win this DVD. The deadline to enter is November 19th at midnight EST. This giveaway is open to US Residents only. You can double your winning chances and receive access to exclusive giveaways by becoming a subscriber to Now What Baby!
RoomMates make decorating easy + giveaway!
I hate painting. I envy the people that can paint these adorable wall murals without a mistake. I started this crazy train mural in my son's room when we moved in (3 years ago) and I am now up to about a fifth of the blue sky. I think it might be time to admit defeat. Thanks to a really great company called RoomMates - my boys actually have really cute decals on their library wall from Where the Wild Things Are ($13.50). Guess how long it took me to get that up? About 6 minutes and it only took that long because I was indecisive about the positioning. The best part - their re-stickable. So when you notice that the monster is a little crooked - you can just peel and stick him where he should have been. Much better than that little booger driving you crazy forever! Instant decorating with really next to no effort on your part. It can't be beat. It's the easiest way I know to look like you have some artistic flare when you can't draw a straight line. They have a great collection of options - especially for the kid spaces in your home. I also love their Black & White Chalkboard Dots($15.49) - they really made my kitchen look so much more interesting. They took a drab wall and not only gave it a cute polka dot look but they are also so functional. You can write on them with chalk and dry erase. Now we can leave notes for each other and my children love to draw things on them! You simply have to check out RoomMates for yourself! Their prices are so affordable and you will get so many compliments on the easiest decorating you have ever done.
One lucky reader will win the Dotted Tree Wall Sticker($40.49) you see in the picture above! It stands almost 5 feet tall and will definitely create an adorable impact on a room. To enter to win visit RoomMates and comment back answering the following question:
- Which decal would you splurge on for yourself/your home?
My Skins + Giveaway
It might just be me, but it drives me crazy when I can see a bra threw some one's shirt. It almost irritates me as much as seeing bra straps. In my opinion - underwear should not be seen, they are called "under" garments for a reason. It can be really difficult to find a bra in the right shade as your skin tone. When it is a off you can tell when you put on that white top. Finding a bra that not only doesn't show through and doesn't create funky lines seems impossible at times. My Skins has twenty different skin shades to choose from when you pick lingerie from them. Chances are you are going to find a really close match. Finally women are not limited to beige, white, or black. In addition to finding your perfect shade - the
y also offer the right bra for any situation. Their T-shirt bra is not only comfortable but it gets the job done line free. You can don this bra with any tee (even the white ones) and trust that you will be properly supported without any lumpy miss-shaped bits. It's very flattering and has quickly become my go-to bra. I am also loving the My Skins Plunge Bra. It dips just deep enough for you to be able to wear that low cut top without showing off your bra. It gives you a smooth, line free shape with just the right amount of padding. If you need a strapless bra - their Convertible Bra gives you the option to wear straps anyway you want them. It's perfect for your strapless tops or razorback tanks.
Don't forget to pick up a pair (or more) of their amazing panties to match you shade. Available in a full cut brief, a thong, or a girl short they are not only comfy but they keep you line free. These are the perfect panties for your skinny jeans or those white pants everything seems to show through. The fabric is seamless and it molds to your body, leaving you without a muffin top (thank you!). These are seriously comfortable panties. Check out My Skins to see what your shade is and if you can't decide they will mail you a free Skin Tone Color Chart. You can place it up to your skin and look through the clever cut out to match your shade. It's a very helpful system and it certainly helped me find my perfect shade!
One lucky winner will receive the bra of their choosing and 3 panties (one of each style)! To enter to win the giveaway visit My Skins and then answer the question below:
- Which bra and pantie would you most like and why?
Stop the tears with Drieyes + Giveaway!
Our biggest bath time battle revolves around washing hair. My boys are both terrified of not just the shampoo burning their eyes but the very idea of water touching them. Apparently the only acceptable locations for water in the eyes are a pool, a beach, a water slide, water balloon fight, slip n'slide, water gun fight, well you get the idea. Clearly the idea of water coming into contact with your eyes in a BATHTUB is ludicrous. Thank goodness for this clever little, alien looking gadget called Drieyes. I'm not sure if it's the crazy looking eyes on the creation but it screams fun to my children. They can't wait to don their googly eyes and are even willing to let me dump a bucket of water over their head to wear them.
The best part is - they actually work. There is no water and no soap in the eyes of your wee one. So you can shampoo their hair without a battle and you don't have to send them to school with greasy hair anymore. You can order your own bath time saver from their website and it only costs $25. That's a small prize to pay for the end to bath time wrestling - at least for me it is! They come in 5 colors and with a cure for mom's bath time stress. Check them out online at Drieyes.
One lucky reader will win their own! To enter to win visit the Drieyes website and then comment back with the answer to the following question: Why do you want a drieyes for your family? The deadline to enter is November 10th, 2009. As always you can double your winning chances and get access to our exclusive giveaways by being a subscriber.
Built NY + Giveaway
This diaper bag was definitely built to last. The team over at Built NY constructed a unique bag that is not only stylish but it's also easy on my shoulders. The lightweight neoprene material is such a plus in a bag that is certain to be toting a lot of random gear. I'm loving the attention to detail that went into the construction of this cute bag. It has tons of pockets and that makes it possible to keep all the cheerios and pacifiers organized. The bag is easy to attach to your stroller thanks to the quick adjustable strap. It has 1 insulated side pocket for bottles & cups, plus 2 other exterior pockets (they are just the right size for water bottles too!). I thought the inner drawstring closure was genius. It makes it really easy to get into but it also confuses my little ones - thus keeping the contents of my diaper bag inside where they belong. The diaper bag is also water/stain resistant so you can keep it looking good for a good while and when the time comes you can toss it in the machine (on cold). It comes in a selection of 2 colors and 2 great patterns - plus you can find bibs and even lunch boxes to match! Check out all that Built NY has to offer on their site. They even have laptop bags!
You can enter to win your own gorgeous diaper bag from Built NY. To enter to win visit Built NY and then fill out the form below. Remember - subscribers get an extra entry and access to our exclusive giveaways (make sure you have re-subscriped to our new newsletter provider)! The deadline to enter is November 10th at midnight EST. This giveaway is only open to US Residents.
Be Nice + Giveaway!
I hate prenatals. They make me even more nauseous than I already was to begin with. I know that they are important for your developing child but I cannot stand burping the taste of that horse pill all day. When I was pregnant with both of my boys I took flintstone vitamins and folic acid. I truly could not handle prenatal vitamins. Now that I have discovered Be Nice Prenatal Vitamin Drink Mix I can throw away the little kid vitamins. This convenient and tasty little drink mix has all your essential prenatal vitamins inside. You can take it along with your prenatal or as a replacement. You can even consume up to 4 packets a day if you like. It's doctor approved and all natural. It does not even use artificial sweeteners. It comes in both Lemonade and Berrylicious flavors. Trust me, one sip and you will be so thankful for an alternative to the oversized prenatal vitamin alternative. Finally there is an alternative. Get your essential vitamins and stay hydrated. You can stock up and learn more by visiting the Be Nice website!
You can enter to win 2 boxes of Be Nice (one of each flavor)! To enter visit the Be Nice website and then comment below with the answer to the following question:
NWB's Top Picks for Fall Beauty
The leaves are falling and the temperature is turning. It's time to update your beauty products for the fall season. We searched all over the place to find some great recommendations. Then the Now What Baby team tried out tons of different beauty products and narrowed it down to some top picks for you! It wasn't an easy decision but these products deserve a standing ovation for the outstanding job they do for you! Go ahead and click on them - you know you're curious...






























Wonder Nail is completely wonderful!
Isadora's Wonder Nail ($7) earned our pick as best nail polish for so many reasons! The polish is so highly pigmented that you can get gorgeous nails with just one coat. It glides on easily and streak-free. My favorite part is how quickly it dries. I rarely paint my nails because it seems I can never have enough time to let them dry. When I use Wonder Nails they dry quick and look great. Wonder Nails is made without harmful chemicals like formaldehyde, DBT, camphor, and toluene. I am completely obsessed with the Smoky Grey shade. It is the perfect shade for fall and winter. I am wearing it daily!!
Isadora also has so many amazing makeup options for fall. I am loving their eye shadow palette in Smoky Eyes ($19). The colors make it easy to achieve that sleek smoky eye look. However the colors can also be used to create a subtly beautiful look for day. When applied they blend easily and stay put. Their Fine Liner Eye Stylo ($13) is a liquid eyeliner. It's thin nylon tip makes it easy to apply a very precise line. It's kind of like using a magic marker to me. The richly pigmented eyeliner lasts all day and can easily give you a dramatic look for night.
Their Flashy Curl Mascara ($15) is FLAWLESS. It delivers thick, long, sexy lashes every time. The curved wand gives your lashes curls and lifts them to give you a wide eyed look. It doesn't smudge and tears won't make it budge. It is addicting and can make you look beautiful all by itself. Lastly - Isadora's Plump n' Plump Lip Gloss in Pearly Vanilla ($18) had me from the moment I saw it's name. I love pearls and vanilla is my favorite scent so I was pretty curious what this gloss could do for me. It actually uses marine collagen that comes from seaweed to gently plump your lips. When you brush on this gloss your lips will shine and have a full Hollywood pout. I really liked the color of the gloss because it was so flattering and subtle. It gave me a healthy glow and it also moisturized my lips. Isadora has a great collection of makeup for you. You can view their full collection by visiting Isadora!
Colorme thrilled with Susan Posnick
Our pick for best mineral blush goes to Susan Posnick's Colorme. We were really impressed at how easy it was to apply. Not just for your cheeks, Colorme can be used on your eyes too! It's perfect for busy moms with the travel-friendly self dispensing pot. The pot even comes with an attached brush and a mirror so you can apply wherever you are. In my case the carpool lane! It comes in 7 different lovely shades.
Also check out Susan Posnick's Coloressential Lip Stick. Consisting of 5 shades that flatter any skin tone, the lipcolor is made with ingredients that are healthy for your lips. The mineral enhanced formula includes vitamins A & E, pomegranate, olive oil, and paracress (a south African plant that reduces the appearance of fine lines and rehydrates). We loved the clever magnetic closure that kept us from discovering our lipstick sans lid with purse crumbs decorating it. All of the beauty products from Susan Posnick are cleverly designed for busy women and you can check them all out at the Susan Posnick website!
Last call with a lemon drop...who knew?
Lush's Cynthia Sylvia Stout Shampoo won our vote for the best organic shampoo. We loved the way our tired locks were revived when we washed our hair with impressive concoction. We were shocked to learn that washing your hair with a unique blend of organic Irish Stout and lemons would give your hair amazing shine and soothe fine or frizzy hair! We promise to try and refrain from raiding the bar for hair care (at least not while we are drinking)! As always we love everything that Lush sends our way and we recommend that you take a look at all they have to offer. Their products are truly amazing!

