Mommy Mojo Event January 17th at Bean Sprouts in Middleton

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Mama Jen

Mom Appeal Holiday

Mom Appeal has been quiet lately and that’s because we are busy holiday-ing with our family and friends and doing some behind the scenes tweaks to our site.  We will be in full swing again shortly after the start of 2008 and look forward to that!

Until then, search our site for products, services, businesses, and people that we moms here love!

Wishing you a wonderful end to the year and beginning of another!

Mommy Mojo at Bean Sprouts

Just a reminder that you have a smidge of time to still reserve a spot at our Spa-la-la-la-la event this Thursday evening at 7pm at Bean Sprouts in Middleton. http://madisonmomappeal.com/2007/11/30/mommy-mojo-spa-la-la-la-la-thursday-december-13th-at-bean-sprouts/  See you there!

Luca Bleu carries Yuzzles, a charming boot accessory that completely transforms your baby’s boots into spectacular fashion-wear!

Luca Bleu makes a point of uniting the chicest and finest of finds for mom and baby at one hip website. 

I recently received the Yuzzles, a handmade faux fur boot accessory from Luca Bleu , and they have literally shot up to the number one favorite thing I have for my daughter to wear. 

Yuzzles are a look transforming accessory for Ugg boots, or any boot for that matter!  Mine jazz up a hot pink pair of random snow boots that my daughter still fits in from last year, and my my my, are they ever my favorite things to see her in—she  is equally dazzled by them!  They truly turn her everyday utility snowboot into a high fashion statement- instantly.  Everytime we go out, just about every woman and even a few men, fawn over her boots when she has her Yuzzles on them…she adores the attention, and it makes our outings fun and social!

When they came, they were so beautifully wrapped in tissue paper with the most amazing ribbon AND  a handwritten note which is just how they do it at Luca Bleu—high style, perfect customer service, and a personal touch— hard to find these days!  On their website, they also have a drop down menu of designers they carry so that you can shop by either category or designer which.  Love that feature!

Check out Luca Bleu to find Yuzzles in infant and toddler sizes along with a beautiful little collection of chic items for mom, dad, and child…  Mama Jen

Mommy Mojo December 13th

Just a note to our local MomAppeal readers to make sure they check out our post on Madison MomAppeal to read about the next Mommy Mojo event at Bean Sprouts that you won’t want to miss…Spa la-la-la-la!!!!

Mama Jen

Gift your favorite spice junky some hot sauce from Hot Peppers of Key West!

                           

There are so many people who absolutely adore spicey food and hot sauce.  When looking for a fabulous spicey gift, Hot Peppers of Key West is where you’ll find the selection and the friendly service.

The store and website offer interesting award winning sauces such as Goin’ Bananas Hot sauce that Mike and Tom, the masterminds behind the Key West collection, whipped up! 

There is a Hot Sauce of the Month Club, gift baskets, marinades, condiments and rubs as well. 

Not only are there some hot hot sauces, there are also tons of not so hot sauces that the whole family can enjoy!  So much depth in the sauces here—they are not just tongue burners(of course there are those if you are looking for them)! Great care is taken in choosing which sauces to carry at Hot Peppers of Key West.

PSSST!!  When visiting this store in Key West, bring Mike and Tom some beer to share with you, and they’ll take you on a guided tour of the great products they offer!  My husband and I learned this tip while in Key West, and we had such a fun time in that store!  If like me, you can’t get there anytime soon and you have questions, just call!  They are such knowledgeable and friendly guys!  Mama Jen

Thanksgiving survival tips that will keep your diet on track!

Anke Johnson has put together some fabulous and reasonable tips for surviving the Thanksgiving meal or meals if your me and have two Thanksgiving dinners to attend!

Have a Healthy, Happy Thanksgiving!

By Anke Johnson

For most of us, Thanksgiving is one of the happiest times of the year. The weather is cool and crisp. The wine is flowing. And we get to enjoy the company of family and friends. What’s not to love?

The only drawback might be the extra weight some people gain during the holiday season. Now, I’m not going to be a Scrooge and tell you to skip your favorite dishes on the 22nd. But here is what I do suggest: Focus on eating more of the healthier foods.

There are many healthy foods to choose from at Thanksgiving. Fill up on the turkey, tomatoes, cranberry sauce, green beans, salad, nuts (preferably raw and unsalted), and all the other things that are good for you. Eat slowly and stop when you’re full. You don’t have to miss out on the candied yams (but if they’re not candied, fill up on them as well), stuffing, and dessert, but if you fill up on the healthy stuff, you won’t have much room to overindulge in those less-healthy options.

After dinner, take the kids out on a post dinner walk, before you do the dishes.  The fresh air will invigorate the most tired cook, but most of all you’ll get the much needed blood flow back for proper digestion.

Follow this advice and you just might make it till dark without passing out in a food coma.

Above all, enjoy your holiday!  www.naturalsolutionsbyanke.com

Aqua Dots recall…

  Aqua Dots , a brand of wildly popular craft toys, have been recalled due to a problem with the coating on the beads.  When ingested, the body metabolises the chemical in the coating as “the date rape” drug.  This can cause seizures, unconsciousness, coma and death.  At least two children who ingested the recalled toy went into comas.  This is a very serious matter, and you should confiscate any Aqua Dots that are included in the recall. 

More information on the Aqua Dot Recall and other recent recalls can be found here.

In light of all of the recent recalls, we’d love to hear readers’ plans for navigating toy purchasing during the holiday season.  Please post a comment and let us know your thoughts!  Mama Jen

Bean Sprouts Cafe in Middleton will be hosting monthly event– Mommy Mojo!

                                     

We here at MomAppeal are the biggest fans of Bean Sprouts Cafe in Middleton, and what they do, so when they wanted us to combine our mommy powers with their mommy powers to launch Mommy Mojo, we jumped right in!  The first event is coming up soon, so reserve a ticket for this popular free event, November 15th.  Details below:

Mommy Mojo: What Not to Wear

November 15th 7:00-8:30 p.m at Bean Sprouts Cafe

For our first monthly Mommy Mojo, a local fashion guru will be at Bean Sprouts to help you face the truth about your fashion style, point out what styles are the most flattering for you, and boost your fashion IQ. Please reserve a spot by emailing info@beansproutscafe.com in advance. Free!.  For our past review of this fabulous establishment, click here https://momappeal.wordpress.com/2007/07/18/hip-bean-sprouts-cafe-opens-today-in-middleton-wi/

Learn about Healthy Environments for Kids

Healthy Child Healthy World is a great place online that gives all sorts of information to help you help your family have the healthiest start in life.  Many mom celebs like Sheryl Crow, Laura Dern, Brooke Sheilds and Meryl Streep give a voice to this wonderful site that offers answers, support and solutions for for creating a healthy and safe environment for kids.

I highly recommend you check it out to see what green tips and inspiration the site can offer you snd your family.  It is so nice to have so much information in one place!  For more local informationabout this great organization and it’s partners please contact Anke at info@naturalsolutionsbyanke.com 

Mama Jen