Undercover Tape: Kid-Friendly or Are You Kidding?


Updated 05/16/12 8:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Since my 1-year-old daughter is, number one, obsessed with any and all clothing (lately, when she's fussy, I just take her to her closet and show her all of her dresses. Works every time, and yes, I'm already terrified of her teenage years) and, number two, can't really talk, I don't have to worry about scratchy clothes. But my mom friends warn me that soon a single irritating tab, seam, or sequin will mean lifetime clothing banishment. It's a kid reality that moms Michele Naftal and Michelle Isrow knew well, and they were on a quest to find the answer to bring hundreds of dollars of unworn clothing back into regular rotation.

The result: Undercover Tape ($12 for 15 one-by-three-inch adhesive strips). The clothlike, hypoallergenic tape — with a tagline "Ditch the Itch" — essentially acts as a bandage for clothing, smoothing out any scratchy bits. The tape, which comes in five colors and prints, works on all types of clothing including sports jerseys, costumes, socks, hats, and underwear and will even last for up to eight cycles through the washer and dryer.

So what do you think? Is Undercover Tape the answer to your kids' wardrobe woes? Or will you be sticking to the scissors? Weigh in below.

7 Truisms From What to Expect When You're Expecting


Updated 05/16/12 6:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

When What to Expect When You're Expecting hits theaters this weekend, moms and those on their way to motherhood will find themselves nodding in agreement with Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez, Elizabeth Banks, Anna Kendrick, and Brooklyn Decker, who play five women entering the sisterhood of parenthood in five very different ways. But while the women may be the stars of the flick, much as we are of our pregnancies, it's the men — Chris Rock, Thomas Lennon, Rodrigo Santoro, Dennis Quaid, Ben Falcone, and Rob Huebel — who walk away with the best scenes. While the men spend plenty of time poking fun at their wives' pregnancy ailments and helicopter parenting, Rock's thoughtful (and possibly ad-libbed) monologue about the joys of fatherhood is the highlight of the flick.

Based on the advice found in the widely popular self-help book of the same name, the new film takes us through five different paths to parenthood, watching the women deal with obstacles to fertility, unexpected pregnancy, some of the not-so-pleasant side effects, and the emotions that come with changing family dynamics. While some of the characters may reflect viewers' own journeys, others are made for the movies. Check seven truisms we found in What to Expect When You're Expecting and be forewarned: spoilers ahead!

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Lil Links: 5 Things to Know Before Swim Season Begins


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Find Out Just How Affordable a Good Night's Sleep Can Be


Updated 05/16/12 3:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

We've all been told about the importance of a good night's sleep. But just how important are those ZZZs? Well, think of it this way: the average person spends one-third of their lifetime sleeping. That's a lot of time on your mattress! So, isn't it about time you start investing in some good sleep?

In the past, buying a brand-new mattress might have seemed too expensive, but with the new TEMPUR-Simplicity™ mattress, you can enjoy Tempur-Pedic comfort and contouring support at a surprisingly affordable price. Yes, that means you never have to troll the "Free Stuff" section of Craigslist in search of a mattress again. Also, the 10-year warranty takes the worry out of your purchase.

Find out more about the TEMPUR-Simplicity™ mattress here.

Find Out Just How Affordable a Good Night's Sleep Can Be originally posted on SavvySugar

Make Your List, Check It Twice: Sleepaway Camp Must-Haves


Updated 05/16/12 3:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

For parents of little campers, it's time to start thinking about Summertime. Whether your kiddos are heading off to their first sleepaway camp adventure, or are old pros at it, May's a good time to start gathering together their goods. While your individual camp will likely provide a tailored list of exactly what you need, we've gathered eight fun finds that they shouldn't leave home without.

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Sugar Shout Out: Get Inspired to Ride Your Bike This Summer!


Updated 05/16/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sugar Shout Out: Get Inspired to Ride Your Bike This Summer! originally posted on PopSugar
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