Measuring BMI ~ Are You Fit or Fat?
July 9, 2010 – 9:00 am | No Comment

For the past several decades, the standard quick-and-dirty test for obesity has been the Body Mass Index (BMI): Multiply your weight in pounds by 703, and divide the result by the square of your height in inches. A normal BMI is

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The Answer to Maternity Active Wear ~ Jakfish Eamon Hoodie Review and Giveaway
February 15, 2010 – 2:44 pm | 13 Comments
The Answer to Maternity Active Wear ~ Jakfish Eamon Hoodie Review and Giveaway

It’s hard finding comfortable active wear when you’re pregnant. Sure, you could resort to wearing oversized shirts that don’t fit anywhere but over the growing bump or you could wear your regular clothes until they …

Smart Moms Comparison Shop ~ UrbanStone
January 21, 2010 – 5:38 pm | No Comment
Smart Moms Comparison Shop ~ UrbanStone

Who doesn’t like to know if they are getting the best shopping deals possible? Comparison shopping is just plain smart. If you like to compare shopping prices take a look at UrbanStone.  This is a …

WebKinz Jr. Review and Giveaway!
January 20, 2010 – 4:30 pm | 14 Comments
WebKinz Jr. Review and Giveaway!

REVIEW BY KAT ROBERTSON: My four year old absolutely loves getting things in the mail, so you can imagine the excitement that overcame her when she realized that she had received *gasp* a PACKAGE from …

Join us!! Virtual Book Launch Event with Daddy Bookins
January 13, 2010 – 2:02 pm | 35 Comments
Join us!! Virtual Book Launch Event with Daddy Bookins

Our very own Daddy Bookins of PeasandBananas.com has finally released his first childrens book Outside with Lil’ Boo!  We are so proud to announce an exciting virtual book launch event that will be held …

Win a Yes! To Cookies Gift Pack
December 27, 2009 – 1:33 pm | One Comment
Win a Yes! To Cookies Gift Pack

When I received the opportunity to review Yes! To Cookies*, I was pretty excited because being a sweet tooth, I generally become friends with just about any cookie that crosses my path. In addition, I personally know many people who could benefit from knowing about this product as they are afflicted with health conditions that give them glucose and gluten problems. So when a box filled to the brim with these treats arrived at my house, I quickly opened them to give them a good ole’ taste test.

10 Unique Maternity Gift Ideas (and giveaway!)
December 17, 2009 – 2:30 pm | No Comment
10 Unique Maternity Gift Ideas (and giveaway!)

This holiday season is moving fast, and now just 9 shopping days remaining until Christmas! It’s easy to find something nice for most family and friends at any ‘ol store…but what do you buy the …

Stay Healthy This Holiday Season with Earth Footwear Exer-Walk Giveaway!
November 30, 2009 – 3:59 pm | 3 Comments
Stay Healthy This Holiday Season with Earth Footwear Exer-Walk Giveaway!

I was one of six women to participate in Earth Footwear’s Earth Exer-Walk “Change Your Body in 30 Days” Challenge.  I was a little skeptical about exactly what kind of changes I might see in …

100 Calorie Steak From Chef’s Requested. Try this tasty Steak Salad Recipe!
November 29, 2009 – 12:59 am | No Comment
100 Calorie Steak From Chef’s Requested.  Try this tasty Steak Salad Recipe!

We often think of steak as a meat high in fat and calories.  This can be the case when you compare to chicken or fish but honestly, sometimes you just need a little red meat!

I …

Changing My Body In 30 Days
November 4, 2009 – 11:39 am | One Comment
Changing My Body In 30 Days

I fell in love with Earth Footwear a few months ago just before the Type-A Mom Conference.  I purchased a pair of the Kalso light shoes because my buddy Leah from Bookieboo swore they were …

Banglz ~ Fitness Fashion Accessory Review
October 20, 2009 – 2:10 pm | No Comment
Banglz ~ Fitness Fashion Accessory Review

Banglz are essentially traditional ankle and wrist weights covered in attractive fabrics. I was sent a set of the 1lb. ankle bands to try and when I first saw them I was a little skeptical. …