Where’s Mummy?

This week on The Mummy Chronicles...I ask the question, "Have You Gone on a Holiday Bender?" at honestbabyAt MPR we are busy with an updated 2010 Holiday Gift Guidean added the following new reviewsThe 2011 Ford Flex TitaniumLifeShield Home Security SystemPG Tips teaThe cookbook- CookieliciousI'm going to attempt more cookies from Cookielicious as I start my holiday baking and will try not to rage against my kitchen and kids when food coloring and flour ends up all over the floor.  Again.  This year.  Happy Weekend y'all! … [Read more...]

Where’s Mummy?

Marriage can be hard and so can parenting.  I've been busy cleaning spit balls off my bathroom wall (don't ask) and  also working over at these places.The Find has Unite Hair Products for max shine and volume.  Target unveiled their collaboration with Petit Tresor for babies and Le Baby Hair gel is up too.  I still hate minivans.Mummy's Product Reviews is chocked full with reviews-The 2010 Holiday Gift Guide is up!Kraft Homestyle Mac & CheeseNannies4Hire offers tips on hiring a nannyThe Meat Lover's Meatless Cookbook, by Kim O'DonnelInfantino's Annabel Karmel food productsFrances England 'Mind of My Own' CDEarth Therapeutics Holistic Stress Management KitBook Review- 'Fury' by Koren Zailckas.  Another hit from the author of 'Smashed.'Have a great … [Read more...]

Where’s Mummy?

I'm no longer at Wendy's selecting from the 'You Pick 2' menu sadly (I so enjoyed my lunch out with other bloggy friends) but I am here and there.  At MPR we're talking aboutBetter Oats OatmealKorres Liquid LipstickUmi's new shoes for fall.Hershey's Halloween CandyMy Name is Not IsabellaAll Nighter All Over Shimmer PowderI am looking for answers to the horrible affliction that is called Colic in 'Got Colic'.  TheMotherhood and I will be hosting a discussion on this on November 2 so stay tuned.  At Juno Baby it's 'Things I Should Have Learned By Now', and 'A Love Letter to My Middle Child'.I'm out before Panera kicks me out.  Have a great weekend!  Go dig through a pumpkin or something. … [Read more...]

Where’s Mummy

Top o' the Mornin' to you!  It's Monday, the start of a new week and besides my shrink's office (got to keep up the preventative PPD script!) this is where I am at this week.TODAY!!!! I am honored to be co-hosting a new moms baby shower at TheMotherhood.com.  Join me for advice and information from Avent too! Noon EST or 9 a.m. for all you PST'ers.At MPR there are reviews galore- REphase Bio-Scrub, The Tassimo T20 Home Brewing System and Natural Vines Licorice.honestbaby has me talking about my need for an ugly playdate.Have a good one! … [Read more...]

Where’s Mummy?

Besides looking for cat naps and beginning to feel like a milking machine?  I've been up to a few things despite my lack of blogging activity.  In review news I'm talking about Team Mom reviews including mOmma bottles and cups and Magical Moon Dough.  The Toshiba Satellite U505 pretty pink laptop has left me sad since it has departed from my abode but the review is stellar.  At Juno Baby I relay my deep, dark magazine addiction in "Confessions of a Magazine Addict", despite the fondue photo of TD I discuss my strategy in "Getting my Kids to Eat a Good Dinner", plus "Kids Day the Darnedest Things"I promise there is more to come.  … [Read more...]

Where’s Mummy?

This week I'm reviewing Wiglington & Wenks, the amazing virtual world that takes kids all over the world. It's educational, fun and historical.  While a bit young for TD she really became enchanted with the characters and how she could travel all over the globe.  Enter to win a month's subscription for your child today!  Oliver's Labels is here just in time for back to school.  The name isn't great but it's self-explanatory too- Urine Off Stain Remover.At TheFind I'm talking about TOM's cute wedge shoes. I bought myself a pair for my post-swollen feet.  And has anyone heard of this diet craze?  I could have made some bank! … [Read more...]

Where’s Mummy?

Besides being kicked out of bed at least twice last night and trying to sleep on the couch?  I'm nesting. I can't walk by the nursery without going in and organizing or hanging something up.  The cleaning of the baby gear comes next.  At MPR this week we're talking about Pop on Pals Amusement Park playset, Clementine Art Natural Paint for kids, Goody Hair Products Colour Collection, BornFree pacifiers (BPA free) and the iGo Charge Anywhere charger.Juno Baby has me talking smack about baby showers, 'me' time, crepes and cultural sensitivity and how we adults are models for staying active and healthy for our children.At Honest Baby I talk about miscommunication and being told to "Fuck off!" while at the mall.  Good times.Here's to staying cool and a good … [Read more...]

Where’s Mummy?

This week at the The Find-The Litl has a lot to offer.  The cutest, coolest webbook to date.  It's 'Summer For Your Kitchen' with pretty green glasses and bamboo serveware.Sun protection with Lancaster Milky Body Spray.Over at MPR-I hooked up with Mom Central to talk about the Infantino Jumbo Wheel Play Space.Remember your childhood and dress your kids in the present with Garanimals.  And I saved the best for last- my newest writing gig- The award-winning website Juno Baby!  I introduced myself and got started talking about working from home and my love of travel. Join me and these other fabulous ladies like Karen, Mir, Katie and Kira each week!  We'll be talking music, family, parenting and so much more. Tidbits and the Passing of Information-Just … [Read more...]

Where’s Mummy?

This week I am all about giving away pizza, discussing my burning desire to review cars and more-Did you enter to win some pizza? There is still time.  Go!New at MPR this week-Company Kid's bathing suits,I'm spending my 'Summer with Toshiba'Giving a fellow Rhode Islander and author Christine Carr some loveHow to whiten your teeth and freshen your breath- naturally with EvoraPlus.While honest baby lets me mull over eating my own placenta.  Weigh in!Last week it was noted at DC Metro Moms that H has a point about Father's Day. … [Read more...]

Where’s Mummy?

Besides Idaho and back?  I've been flitting around the country this week, realizing that I am indeed grateful there will be no more airplane rides in my near future. I almost hurled over Denver and I'm sorry about that.  I got downright surly by the time I hit Dulles.  When you land and your phone instantly bings a text message reading, "Your Mom called. Something is wrong with Lex. I'm on my way home."  and then nothing, it's a bit disconcerting.  So I'm back and Lex is at the animal hospital. Again.  2010 isn't proving to be the best year for her.  Seems she got bit by a snake yesterday afternoon and swelled in the face to ginormous proportions. I still haven't seen her.  She's been made comfortable but the swelling continues to grow and we just … [Read more...]