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Zuvo Water Filtration System Review and Giveaway (CLOSED)

July 9, 2010 By Mom 397 Comments

I don’t know about you, but I refuse to drink water out of the tap. Our water taste disgusting so our family drinks exclusively bottled water. As you can imagine this can get expensive. I was researching different water filtration systems for our family when I came across the Zuvo Water Filtration System.
The Zuvo Water Filtration System uses uses a patented five-step process to produce clean, healthy, great tasting water:

STEP 1: OZONATION
In nature, ozone is generated by lightning and cleans the air where rainwater forms. The Zuvo Water Purator mixes ozone with incoming tap water to treat taste and odor contaminants and improve taste. Like chlorine, ozone is a powerful oxidizer. Unlike chlorine, ozone leaves no chemical residue.

STEP 2: ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT
The ozone saturated water is flooded with high-intensity UV light – the same as the solar energy that cleans water in the upper atmosphere.

STEP 3: PHOTO-OXIDATION
The Zuvo Water Purator combines UV and ozone in a patented process known as photo-oxidation which releases powerful oxidizers to further treat the water.

STEP 4: FILTRATION WITH LEAD REMOVAL
Pure spring water is created by passing through fine particles in the earth. Zuvo uses the same principle by passing water through a Class 1 Particulate Reduction Filter, reducing chlorine taste and odor, lead, and tiny particulates.

STEP 5: POST-FILTRATION UV
The filtered water is again exposed to high-intensity UV light as it leaves the Zuvo Water Purator, ensuring that you get clean, healthy, great tasting water…just the way nature intended!

Here is a video demonstration about how the Zuvo Water Filtration System works:

So… does it work?  After a few weeks of using the Zuvo, I have noticed a distinct taste difference in our tap water.  It tastes just like bottled water.  It really works!  It looks really cool on the counter top and everyone who sees it comments on how neat it looks.  TJ loves watching the water bubble through the Zuvo as it fills his sippy cup.  It is an all-around hit in our household.  Now we can save money and help the environment by reducing all of our plastic water bottle waste.

Buy It:

You can purchase the Zuvo Water Filtration System for $299.99 at the Zuvo online store here.

Win It:

One (1) lucky winner will win a Zuvo Water Filtration System of their very own! (Above-Counter model ARV $299.99)

How to Enter:

Visit Zuvo’s website and tell me one thing you learned about the water filtration system.

(You must complete this entry before completing any of the bonus entries)

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Good Luck!

This product review was made possible by Zuvo. I was not compensated for this review other than a product sample. All opinions are 100% mine.
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All Terrain- Natural Products for Active Lifestyles- Review

June 4, 2010 By Mom 2 Comments

We have planned a lot of fun outdoor activities this summer.  TJ and I are going to be going to the playground, swimming in the kiddie pool and taking walks.  With all of the outdoor sun exposure I wanted to be sure TJ is protected from the harmful UV rays.  As many of you are aware, TJ has extremely sensitive skin so finding products that won’t cause TJ to break out is fairly difficult.  I was ready to begin the search for a sunblock and bug spray,that is very gentle yet effective,when I came across a website that specializes in natural products for outdoor play.

All Terrain began because the founder, Todd Hakanson, was hiking when his bug spray leaked inside of his backpack.  The bug spray contained DEET and ate through his backpack and even melted the keys on his calculator.  He researched the harmful effects of DEET and became so concerned about what he learned that he developed his own all-natural insect repellent. All Terrain’s products have all natural ingredients and their packaging is made from recycled material, recyclable and/or biodegradable.

All Terrain sent us Kid’s Herbal Armor Spray, Kids Eczema Cream and their AquaSport SPF 30 sunblock.  Right before the products arrived, TJ and I were playing outside on the deck.  Sometime during that time TJ was bit by a bug and had a huge gub bite on his upper arm.  We used the Kid’s Herbal Armor spray the next time we were out and I didn’t notice a single bug bite.  As a mom who is very concerned about the safety of insect spray use on toddlers, I can rest easy knowing that every ingredient in the Kid’s Herbal Armor Spray is all natural.  Not only is the product 100% DEET free, it has been clinically proven to be 100% effective for over two hours, 95.8% effective for three hours and 77.1% effective for four hours. My niece is highly-allergic to mosquito bites.  If she is bit by one her face swells up.  This product is perfect for her and my son who also suffers from eczema.  The repellent is gentle on the skin and TJ has yet to break out in a rash because of it.

We have also had great success with the AquaSport SPF 30 sunblock.  I opted to go with the adult version of the AquaSport instead of the kid version because I really needed something strong for myself.  I am extremely fair-skinned.  I burn easily in the sun. TJ and I both used the sunblock and neither of us were burned and neither of us broke out in a rash (which is saying something).  I love that we can both use the same formula of sunblock so I don’t have to pack several different tubes when we go out.

Buy It:

This summer stay protected outdoor with All Terrain natural products for active lifestyles.  You can purchase them on their online store here.

This product review was made possible by All Terrain.  I was not compensated for this review other than a product sample.  All opinions are 100% mine.
Filed Under: Eco-friendly, Kids, Review Tagged With: Eco-friendly, Kids, Review

Seventh Generation Review and Giveaway CLOSED

April 28, 2010 By Mom 189 Comments

Being Eco-friendly is becoming more and more important to my family.  I want to leave this earth healthy for my son and his children.  Since beginning this blog I have been fortunate to learn and review some amazing “green” products that will help reduce my energy footprint on the earth.  An amazing company that I just worked with is Seventh Generation.

Seventh Generation provides cleaning products and personal hygiene products that are green but also are effective.  We were able to try out Seventh Generation’s Natural Baby Starter Kit that includes:

  • Diapers
  • Disinfecting Multi Purpose Cleaner
  • Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner
  • Disinfecting Wipes
  • Baby Wipes Tub
  • Baby Laundry Detergent
  • All Purpose Natural Paper Towels
  • Seventh Generation Recycled Bag

While I have been happy with all of the products in the kit, I have been very impressed with the diapers and the laundry detergent.  As most of you know we have a lot of problems with BJ’s skin.  He is extremely sensitive and requires sensitive laundry detergents.  His skin hasn’t broken out on his body once since we started using the Baby Laundry Liquid Detergent! This is a product that we will continue to purchase in the future when needed.

I was a little skeptical of the Chlorine Free Diapers but I was pleasantly surprised.  I have known for a long time how horrible normal disposable diapers are to throw away in the landfill.  I have been to scared to cloth diaper, so these greener diapers seemed like a good fit.  While these diapers will still go to the landfill, they are not made with chemicals that harm the earth and provide a super absorbent, hypoallergenic diaper for your child.  I was afraid that these diapers would leak and wouldn’t be as reliable as the name brand ones we currently use but they didn’t leak.  They worked just as well as the nationally popular brands.  BJ has had a lot of diaper rashes and the hypoallergenic diapers have helped get rid of his rash.

I have enjoyed all of my Seventh Generation products and so can you!

Buy It:

You can purchase Seventh Generation Products at stores nationwide or at their website.

Win It:

One (1) lucky reader will win the same Natural Baby Starter Kit as I received (ARV $50.00).

How to Enter:

Visit Seventh Generation and tell me a product you would like to try from their product line.  (You must complete this entry before completing any of the bonus entries)

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This product review was made possible by Seventh Generation.  I was not compensated for this review other than a product sample.  All opinions are 100% mine.
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Sodastream Review and Giveaway CLOSED

April 24, 2010 By Mom 414 Comments

A Mom’s Impression is celebrating Earth Day on Thursday by offering wonderful Eco-friendly products and giveaways all week long.  Be sure to check back everyday for a new product (or 2) that will help make the world a cleaner and greener place.

I remember going to friends house when I was a kid and he had this cool appliance thing that you could make your own sodas with.  We loved making our own flavors of soda.  It was interactive and fun.  Well, today you can still make your own sodas with the Sodastream.  The Sodastream is a device that you can use to turn regular water into sparkling water, add a flavor to it and it turns into your own homemade soda.

Making carbonated water and soft drinks is simple! Turn tap water into sparkling water in under 30 seconds, with no clean-up. Enjoy the freshness and convenience of homemade soda and protect the environment at the same time. No heavy bottles to carry, store at home or throw away. Fizz to your taste and add the flavor of your choice to make your favorite drink. Simple to clean and reuse. With a variety of colors and silhouettes, you’ll be sure to find a soda maker to match with any decor. (www.sodastreamusa.com)

Our Experience:

We recently tried out the Sodastream Jet model home soda maker.  When you first get the Sodastream you have to put the carbonator into the Sodastream. It was very easy to do this. The next step is to fill your reusable bottle with tap water and refrigerate them.  Next you screw in the bottles to the machine.  The first time I didn’t read the directions and just sat my bottle in the machine without screwing it on and that was a big mistake, water went everywhere when I pushed the carbonation button.  I stopped and read the directions and screwed in the bottle.  It worked great, 3 pumps of carbonation (you should keep your dog away the carbonation sound didn’t sit well with my guy, he ran away) and you are ready to pour in your flavor.  We chose ginger ale and it was delicious.  Sodastream has over 30 different flavor including diet and caffeine free options.  They also carry sparking ice teas, an energy drink and sparkling flavored water.

Making your own sodas is fun.  We have a couple of different flavors on hand and we are never out of soda.  The home soda machine helps to keep soda cans out of the garbage and its one more step in becoming a more green family.

Buy It:

You can purchase your own home soda maker from Sodastream on their website here.

Win It:

One (1) lucky winner will receive a  Jet Home Soda Maker and 10 flavor mixes from Sodastream.

How to Enter:

Visit Sodastream and tell me what flavor from their product line you would most like to try. (You must complete this entry before completing any of the bonus entries)

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This product review was made possible by Sodastream.  I was not compensated for this review other than a product sample. . All opinions are 100% mine.
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Earthlust Review and Giveaway CLOSED

April 22, 2010 By Mom 167 Comments

A Mom’s Impression is celebrating Earth Day on Thursday by offering wonderful Eco-friendly products and giveaways all week long.  Be sure to check back everyday for a new product (or 2) that will help make the world a cleaner and greener place.

Anyone thinking about going green should start with a reusable water bottle. Think about all the water bottles you recycle or even worse throw away every day.  Now, think about the amount of waste you will save if you drink your water from a reusable container.  This is a simple easy step to be more environmentally responsible.

Earthlust creates stylish stainless steel that are BPA free and use non-toxic paint.  All Earthlust bottles are custom designed and are not stock bottles.  You can select from 13 ounce, 20 ounce or 1 liter sized bottles with stylish artwork.  The 13 ounce bottle is perfect for your toddler to ensure that his or her milk is still cold for lunchtime if you pack it in a lunchbox.

For review I received the 20 ounce poppy bottle and I love it!  I am amazed at how cool my water is during the day.  I love all the comments that my co-workers give me when I have my stylish water bottle in hand.  The best part about the Earthlust bottle is knowing how many empty water bottles I have kept out of my recycle bin.  I usually drink at least one or two bottles of water a day.  If you think about how much waste I am saving, it really adds up!  Once again, if you are looking to become more environmentally responsible start here with the stainless steel water bottle from Earthlust.

Buy It:

You can purchase your own stainless steel bottles from Earthlust on their website.

Win It:

One (1) lucky winner will receive a  stainless steel water bottle of their choice from Earthlust.

How to Enter:

Visit Earthlust and tell me what bottle style you will choose if you are the lucky winner. (You must complete this entry before completing any of the bonus entries)

Bonus Entries:

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This product review was made possible by Earthlust.  I was not compensated for this review other than a product sample provided by Earthlust. All opinions are 100% mine.
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Ella’s Kitchen Review and Giveaway CLOSED

April 21, 2010 By Mom 128 Comments

A Mom’s Impression is celebrating Earth Day on Thursday by offering wonderful Eco-friendly products and giveaways all week long.  Be sure to check back everyday for a new product (or 2) that will help make the world a cleaner and greener place.

I want to introduce you to a wonderful Organic Baby Food company called Ella’s Kitchen.  Ella’s Kitchen creates kid friendly, organic, Eco-friendly healthy food for your baby.

Here is a short note from the creator of Ella’s Kitchen, Paul Lindley:

Hi,

Ella is my ten-year-old daughter and I set up Ella’s Kitchen because I passionately believe that she, along with her generation, should have the opportunity to eat better food and also to discover that healthy food can be fun, tasty and cool.

We think it’s important to always approach things from a child’s point of view. So, we’ve taken simple, natural ingredients that ooze goodness and created foods, and packaging, that should really connect with kids – with flavours, colours, textures and even names that will appeal to all of their senses.

I have been admiring this baby food at Babies R Us but hadn’t purchased any when I got my package from Ella’s Kitchen for review.  First, I love the packaging.  There isn’t a lot of waste when using this product, you can squeeze every little bit of food out of the pouches.  

BJ loves his Ella’s Kitchen organic food.  He has tried and love the Sweet Potatoes, Pumpkin, Apples and Blueberries.  I love the interesting combination of flavors.  I am able to introduce more flavors into BJ’s diet by feeding him different combinations.  In addition to traditional baby foods Ella’s Kitchen also has two different smoothie options for your child, the yellow one and the red one.  The smoothies contain nothing but organic fruit in them. You can feel comfortable knowing that your child is eating quality organic foods that will help him or her grow up strong and healthy.

Buy It:

You can purchase Ella’s Kitchen products from Toys R Us, Babies R Us and Target stores.  For additional stores visit Ella’s Kitchen Where to Buy Page on their website.

Win It:

One (1) lucky winner will receive a sample box of Stage 1 baby foods and Smoothies (The 8 pouches pictured above).

How to Enter:

Visit Ella’s Kitchen and tell me what flavor you are most interested in having your child try. (You must complete this entry before completing any of the bonus entries)

Bonus Entries:

Please leave a comment about each entry, include a valid email address or you may contact me directly with your contact information. This giveaway will end at midnight on May 5. Winner will be picked from Random.org. 
Good Luck!

This product review was made possible by Ella’s Kitchen.  I was not compensated for this review other than a product sample provided by Ella’s Kitchen. All opinions are 100% mine.
Filed Under: Baby, Earth Week, Eco-friendly, Food/Snacks, Giveaways, Organic, Review Tagged With: Baby, Earth Week, Eco-friendly, Food/Snacks, Giveaway, Organic, Review

Zavella Review and Giveaway CLOSED

April 20, 2010 By Mom 55 Comments

A Mom’s Impression is celebrating Earth Day on Thursday by offering wonderful Eco-friendly products and giveaways all week long.  Be sure to check back everyday for a new product (or 2) that will help make the world a cleaner and greener place.

I love comfortable clothing.  One of my favorite things to do when I get home is to change from my work clothes into a comfortable outfit and relax and play on the floor with my son.  One of my current favorites is my bamboo hoodie from Zavella.

Zavella is an ultra-chic, Eco-friendly clothing and accessories company out of Colorado for women and men.  All of Zavella’s clothing is made from bamboo, hemp, or organic cotton.  If you are looking for an extremely soft cloth that is environmentally friendly you need to check out clothing made from bamboo.

Zavella’s clothing is durable, after being washed and worn multiple times times, and stylish.  It looks as good today as when it arrived at my house. My bamboo hoodie is nice enough to wear to work on a casual day and comfortable to hang out in at home.  I love clothing that serves more than one purpose.

Buy It:

Visit Zavella and check out their eco-chic fashions for men and women.

Win It:

One lucky winner will win the same hoodie that I reviewed. (An eggplant hoodie without a design in size M)

How to Enter:

Visit Zavella and tell me another piece of clothing you would like to own from their collection.

(You must complete this entry before completing any of the bonus entries)

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This product review was made possible by Zavella.  I was not compensated for this review other than a product sample provided by Zavella. All opinions are 100% mine.
Filed Under: Clothing, Earth Week, Eco-friendly, Giveaways, Review Tagged With: Clothing, Earth Week, Eco-friendly, Giveaway, Review

Eco Nuts Review and Giveaway (Earth Week Celebration) CLOSED

April 19, 2010 By Mom 183 Comments

A Mom’s Impression is celebrating Earth Day on Thursday by offering wonderful Eco-friendly products and giveaways all week long.  Be sure to check back everyday for a new product (or 2) that will help make the world a cleaner and greener place.

Eco Nuts is a wonderful Eco-friendly product designed to be the “Greenest Laundry Soap on Earth”.  An Eco Nut gently cleans your laundry naturally without detergents.  Here is more about the product taken from the website:

Eco Nuts™ are completely sustainable dried fruit shells that come from the Sapindus mukorossi tree in Nepal, India and Indonesia. The ones we harvest come from high up in the Himalayas and are the highest quality “soap nut” on the market. These fruit shells have been used in India and China for centuries, and are now gaining popularity in America and Europe as a renewable, biodegradable and organic alternative to chemical  detergents and expensive “Green” laundry soaps.

Eco Nuts™ \ contain saponin, a natural cleaner that works as a surfactant, breaking the surface tension of the water to penetrate the fibers of your clothing, lifting stains from the fabric and leaving dirt suspended in the water that is rinsed away.

Eco Nuts™ are gentle on both clothes and skin, making them ideal for those with sensitive skin, eczema, allergies and psoriasis. Because they are so mild, they are perfect for baby clothes and cloth diapers. The antimicrobial properties of Eco Nuts™ also make them great for septic and grey water systems. But don’t expect these shells to foam up like commercial soaps, which have artificial foaming agents. Foam simply does not represent cleaning power.

Eco Nuts are:

  • Biodegradable
  • Antimicrobial
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Perfect for Sensitive Skin, Allergies, Eczema, Psoriasis
  • 100% Natural and Free From Manmade Chemicals
  • Save Water! (Rinse Cycle Optional)
  • Beneficial For Septic and Gray Water Systems
  • Sustainable

We received a trial sized box of Eco Nuts and with hesitation, I washed my clothes with them.  To my surprise my entire load of laundry came out clean!  For small loads of laundry without major stains to clean up, Eco Nuts is a very Eco-friendly option.  You simply put the nuts into the laundry bag and toss it in the wash machine.  Try it for yourself!

Buy It:

You can purchase Eco Nuts from their website here.

Win It:

One (1) lucky reader will win a Regular Sized Package of Eco Nuts .

How to Enter:

Visit Eco Nuts and tell me something you learned about their product.

(You must complete this entry before completing any of the bonus entries)

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This product review was made possible by Eco Nuts.  I was not compensated for this review other than a product sample provided by Eco Nuts. All opinions are 100% mine.
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Cate and Levi Hand Puppets (Giveaway) CLOSED

March 30, 2010 By Mom 133 Comments

BJ loves when we sit on the floor and play with him.  He loves to interact with us (and the dog, but Eli is somewhat reluctant to play).  It is amazing how fast he is understanding how things work.  For instance, he has been driving around his wooden tractor around the room like he is driving it.  I can’t believe that he is doing that at 11 months (okay, he might not be pretending he is driving it but just watching the wheels move, but I still think he is a genius)!  I have been in search of more toys that will allow BJ to role play and develop his imagination.

Recently we received a hand puppet from Cate and Levi to play with and BJ just loves it.  Whenever I put the puppet on and talk to him he giggles and giggles, it is the most amazing sound.  He just started realizing that the puppet comes off of mommy’s hand if he pulls hard on it.  I can really see his brain working when he is engaged in active play.  He looks from the puppet to me and back.  With my educator background, I know that developing dramatic play skills early on will help BJ socially in the years to come (but lets face it, all the mumbo-jumbo aside,  I love just playing with my boy).

Cate and Levi is a Canada shop the creates handmade, one of a kind, toys and wall art using all natural and reclaimed materials. Each item is a unique creation handmade buy the owner, Josh Title, and his production team in their studio in Toronto, Canada. We received the Moose Puppet, and I was amazed by the craftsmanship that went into making the puppet.  It is durable (which is very important when living with a 11 month old boy) and very beautifully designed, Eco-chic. What makes this company even more special is that they donate 10% of their profits to funds that help children in need.  What a wonderful way to support children, be environmentally responsible, and have a lot of fun playing with your child!

Buy It:

You can purchase any product from the Cate and Levi Collection on their website here. You can find a store near you by emailing the company.

Win It:

One (1) lucky winner will receive their own Moose Hand Puppet from Cate and Levi:

How to Enter:

Visit Cate and Levi and tell me what your favorite items is from their collection.

(You must complete this entry before completing any of the bonus entries)

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I received a puppet from Cate and Levi to facilitate this giveaway. All opinions are 100% mine.
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Sylvania Halogen SuperSaver Light Bulbs

March 23, 2010 By Mom Leave a Comment

We are constantly trying to find small ways that we can save energy and be more “green”.  One small way that we can all contribute is by switching out something as simple as a light bulb.  If you are not a fan of the funny looking compact fluorescent light bulbs than I have a great solution for you.  Sylvania has a light bulb that is a halogen bulb (normal traditional looking light bulb) that can replace your current 60w bulbs using only 43w of energy, that is an energy savings of 28%.  Think about how quickly that adds up if you replace all your current light bulbs with the Sylvania SuperSaver Halogen!

I recently replaced two of my lamps light bulbs with the Sylvania Halogens to review the product.  The new light bulbs are a bit smaller but fit right into the old light bulbs spot.  The new bulbs were slightly dimmer (and by slight I mean I had to really stare at the lightbulbs which I don’t recommend doing to your eyes).  However, it was so small of a change that I doubt anyone would notice.  I have tried compact fluorescent light bulbs in the past but I don’t like the look of them in my ceiling fan lights where they are exposed. It looks weird.  I really like that these energy-saving bulbs look just like the regular light bulbs.  I will use these instead in my ceiling fans or wherever light bulb are actually visible in my house.  It is the best of both worlds, I get the look I want and the earth gets the energy savings that it desperately needs!

Buy It:

You can purchase your own Sylvania Halogen SuperSaver Light Bulbs at a store near you.  Use this store locator to find the closest store to you!

I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour campaign by Mom Central on behalf of SYLVANIA and received products necessary to facilitate my candid review. In addition, I received a gift certificate to thank me for taking the time to participate.
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