Tree Pollen and Allergies

Tree Pollens
When it comes to trees, the real allergy troublemakers are hardwood deciduous trees — oak, elm, birch, maple, ash, alder and hazel:

• These trees generally pollinate from February to April or May.
• In the South, these trees begin pollinating as early as January; in the North, they begin in April.
• People show cross-reactivity to trees in the beech, birch, alder and oak family, and in the juniper and cedar family. This means that if you're allergic to one type of tree, you're likely allergic to others in the same family.
• If you're looking to plant trees on your property, look for species that do not aggravate allergies, such as catalpa, crepe myrtle, dogwood, fig, fir, palm, pear, plum, redbud and redwood trees.

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e-coupon for Children's Claritin® products to help them through allergy season!

Free Progress Cards

This might be a simple idea, but Oh how it would work well for children. Instead of simply telling children to improve, Progress Cards help them learn exactly what is necessary to get better results. When they see their incremental progress over time, it encourages them to continue instead of what most people do--quit due to their frustration of not instantly meeting their goal. Teaching children how to stick to their goals and seek delayed gratification is a crucial life lesson. ............ ............ Free "Progress Book" ............ 2 Free "Progress Cards" ....................... Website ............... Facebook Page ............ Twitter Page

Kids Summer Movies

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additional summer movie info:

2011 Summer Movie Programs
for Kids

Movie theaters offer free or discounted movies geared towards kids this summer. [link]

One Hand, Two Hands by Max Lucado doesn’t disappoint. Upon arrival, I sat down and read it with my daughters. My eldest being in second grade, it was age appropriate for her reading level. While reading, she was able to make a lot of personal connections to the writing and she loved the illustrations by Gaby Hansen. Written in rhyme, it is not a lengthy read but a meaningful read. And one that little hearts and hands can relate too as well as see how they can have servant hearts and hands too.


This book was provided free through the Book Sneeze blogger program.

FashionPlaytes girls custom clothing

FashionPlaytes girls custom clothing - www.fashionplaytes.com

This idea is too cute. I know a ton of girls that would jump at the chance to create their own article of clothing! What a concept! FashionPlaytes.com is the clothing design studio for girls 5-12 where they can design and order clothes that get shipped right to their doorstep! Girls can can create a custom design in minutes: - They first choose an item from our collection of t-shirts, hoodies, dresses and more. - Next they add embellishments like ribbon, ruffles, sequins and rhinestones. - At the end, they design a custom label for their new fashion collection! With prices starting at under $20, it’s a great way to build her wardrobe for spring.

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Making Chores Fun!

Image by David Reber's Hammer Photography via Flickr

Helping make chores more fun for you and your family:

MYJobChart is a FREE online Chore Chart that teaches kids to work in a fun and productive way. Helping our children understand the benefit of consistent work and the value of a dollar is increasingly difficult in today’s world. Parents have tried everything from printable chore charts, stickers, reward cards, and posters but none seem to engage the interest of today’s children.
My Job Chart has found the solution. It’s simple, it’s fun, it’s ONLINE, and best of all it’s FREE! Our online chore chart system inspires and motivates kids to do their chores on time every time. Kids get excited when they see their points adding up and want to do more. The chore chart is completely customizable. Your kids will finally be excited to do their chores. Give My Job Chart a try today!  {link}

Scholastic Bookfair Sale

Scholastic is having a warehouse sale, check to see if you have one near you! [link]

The Children's Place Discount Code

The Children's Place discount code:
15% off Use code FAMILYA9 (Exp 3/16)

Mommy Cards

Mommy Cards are just a great idea for many reasons. Use them when you go on play dates to share your info with other mommies. Leave them for the baby sitter so they can easily contact your cell phone number. Another idea would be for when you purchase an item and they are going to deliver it, leave a mommy card and they will never have trouble reading your handwriting again! And, don't forget to place them in your child's school backpack, if they can't remember your contact information, it is always close at hand!

Babies R Us Trade In Event

Babies"R"Us From 1/29-2/20, all stores nationwide will accept returns of used cribs, car seats & other baby products in exchange for savings on a new item during the “Great Trade-In” event. The event is designed to draw attention to the fact that certain used baby products can carry potential hazards, but are still in circulation. Visit: http://www.Babiesrus.com/trade-in

Valentine's Projects - FREE

HP offers a variety of free printing projects for Valentine's Day. Kids cards, photo card, gift bags and boxes as well as calendars. Take a look. link

Big Idea is offering a free Veggie Tales Movie when you sign up for their newsletter.  All you need to pay id the $2.99 shipping charge.  Just click here to choose one from six movies available.  My boys love Veggie Tales, so I will be taking advantage of this offer.  They are silly looking and they have funny faces but they are very entertaining.

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FREE - First Years and American Red Cross Rear Window Shade for Kids, $5 shipping

Keep your children in the shade with this large, easy to install sunshade from The First Years and the American Red Cross. It is recommended that all children under the first year of age, ride facing the back..and as children get older the glare can get annoying. With this shade, you'll be able to keep the sun out of your kid's eyes so they have a comfy ride. You'll be protecting them from UV rays and sun glare, and it won't interfere with your view as you drive!  LINKY

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Children's Place Discounts

Children's Place (B&M) has an extra 50% off all their sale and clerance items. Stack the printable coupon for another 15% off. They have a lot of stuff in stock and on clearance... children's tops, originally $12, for $2.12 and sleepers, originally $10.99, for $2.97. linky

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Board Games on Sale

K-Mart has board games on sale. Here is an example:

Hasbro Scrabble Jr.

Reg Price: $13.29

Savings: $5.24

$8.05

$4.83 after deducting applicable additional savings

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DIsney Outlet

I had no idea that Disney had an Ebay store. I was aware of their outlet store online, but this eBay store is a great find with great prices. In fact, I found an item significantly less than listed at the Disney Shopping site that I was looking at just the other day for my daughters birthday! Hope you enjoy the find as much as I did. shop here...

Pregnancy Check List Items

A great design to keep family members involved. Wear it to doctor's appts. Give as a gift with a permanent marker to track progress. Any first time dad or sibling would love it! Tons of products available.  shop now

Big Brother Items

A great way for brothers to announce their family position! Wear it to the hospital to meet the baby. Wear it to announce the pregnancy to family members and friends. Or, announce to the world you volunteer as a big brother. No matter what, you'll get noticed! shop now!

Big Sister Items

A great way for sister's to announce their family position! Wear it to the hospital to meet the baby. Wear it to announce the pregnancy to family members and friends. Or, announce to the world you volunteer as a big sister. No matter what, you'll get noticed! shop here

Preparing for School Mornings

The preparation for school mornings actually begins the day before as they get off the bus. Their backpack will contain any homework they need to do. Set aside a regular time and place for homework to be accomplished. Do not allow other activities until this is completed. However, it shouldn't be the first thing they do when they enter the door. They will need some down time and probably a snack. Give them time to transition. more...