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Mommy Alert! Airborne Is a Fraud

LilSugar — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 15:00:08 -0800

Airborne, the effervescent health formula said to boost a person's immunity is a fraud.

A CNN article reported that the company, started by a teacher will have to pay $23.3 million to settle the class action lawsuit brought against it for false advertising.

The piece said:

"There's no credible evidence that what's in Airborne can prevent colds or protect you from a germy environment," said CSPI Senior nutritionist David Schardt. "Airborne is basically on overpriced, run-of-the-mill vitamin pill that's been cleverly, but deceptively, marketed."

Many parents swore by the pills believing they fended off illness - were you one of them?

Movies With Miya: Up Takes Kids on an AIrborne Adventure

LilSugar — Fri, 29 May 2009 13:00:42 -0700

Today, Disney-Pixar's latest creation, Up, opens in theaters. The film chronicles the adventures of 78-year-old widower Carl Fredrickson, who ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away to his dream destination of Paradise Falls in South America. Unbeknownst to Carl, an incredibly enthusiastic 8-year-old boy named Russell has come along for the ride looking to earn his last Wilderness Explorer badge.

Russell and Carl bond on their journey while befriending creatures, overcoming a villain, and sharing a love of exploration. With amazing animation, witty writing, and a great message, Up will hold an older child's attention. Kids under five will have a hard time following the story line and may be scared by violent scenes. We sat down with our favorite child critic, Miya, to discuss the film.

Q: What was your favorite part of the movie?
A: I liked it when the house lifted up and flew away with all the pretty balloons.

Q: What didn't you like about the movie?
A: I didn't like it when the bad guys hurt and captured the bird.

Q: Did any parts scare you?
A: I was scared when the boy and the old man fought the mean man.

Q: Would you tell your friends to watch it?
A: I would tell my older friends to watch it. But I would tell my school friends that some of it was scary.

Movie buff Miya, 5, has been watching films since she was old enough to follow the images in the Baby Einstein videos. Her favorite flick is the adored blockbuster The Little Mermaid. This cute critic hopes to grace the silver screen some day!

Things Moms Can Leave Behind When Flying

babysugar — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:00:28 -0700

When moms begin flying with their wee ones, the friendly skies quickly turn into anxious ones. Parents embarking on their first airborne adventure with a child will quickly learn that some things are not what they used to be. There are five things that most every parent can leave at home when they've got their child in tow.

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B Is Bananas For Butterflies

babysugar — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:00:57 -0700

A was for apples and b is for butterflies. Transform a tot's room into a magical wonderland by hanging a cluster of white festive flutter with a voluminous chandelier. Pepper the space with winged accessories like frames, step stools, or removable wall decals. For a modest hint of the whimsical friends, tuck baby away in butterfly sheets or allow the airborne fellas to peek out the window with a set of curtains or a valence. Whatever accent one chooses, baby is sure to enjoy the "B"eautiful decor. Check back to see what "C" has in store!

Madame Butterflies - $14.95	Bella Butterfly Artwork - $39.00
Guidecraft Butterfly Rocking Chair - $109.99	Butterflies Frame - $46.00
Butterfly Mirrors - $59.00	Koala Baby Butterfly Crib Bumper - $24.99
Butterfly Handle Step - $189.00	Butterfly Sleeping Sign - $27.00
Butterfly Silhouette Decals - $49.00	Sleeping Partners Tadpoles Butterfly-Shaped Braided Rug - Lavender - $34.99
Fisher-Price Butterfly Garden Papasan Cradle Swing - $159.99	Flensted Mobiles Butterflies Mobile - $39.00
Aqua Butterfly Canvas Reproduction - $126.00	CoCaLo Butterflies Blanket - Pink - $19.99
Butterfly 84" Window Panel - $29.99	All Aflutter Butterfly Crib Bedding - $19.00
Float Like a Butterfly Curtain Rod & Holdbacks - $35.00	Guidecraft Butterfly Toy Box - $179.99
Seasons - $69.00	Hadley Hutton Butterfly Stripes - $195.00
Bacati Girls Butterflies Musical Mobile - $29.99	Butterflies - $59.00
Carters Carter's Butterfly Boa Blanket - Pink - $14.99	Guidecraft Butterfly Table & Chairs Set - $159.99
All Aflutter Butterfly Valance - $19.00

Do You Find French Vogue's Mom Photo Spread Offensive?

LilSugar — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:00:00 -0700

There's no one portrait of motherhood, but the April issue of French Vogue is sure to get people (particularly parents) talking. It features a photo spread of a model portraying a postpartum and pregnant mom. One shot has her smoking and carrying her baby (doll) in a basket while another has the infant airborne. What's your take on the pictorial?

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