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Brighten Mom’s Day with Hyland’s Action Hero Mom App {Giveaway}

February 17, 2012 By 22 Comments

Sometimes I sit down at night after a hard day with my two little ones and I think I am far from a perfect mom.   I think about all of the sacrifices that I make for them and how little they appreciate all that I do for them.  The new Hyland’s App called Action Hero Mom is just what any mom needs to help her feel appreciated.  It is simple and fun for your children to help lift your spirits.  Simply upload a picture of mom’s face, dress her in your favorite costume, and fix her hair and you will have super mom.  You can write up to three lines on your e-card telling mom how much you love and appreciate all she does for you.  This is sure to brighten her day, I know it brightened my day.

 

Down here in the south we have some days that are in the 40s and then the next day it is 80s.  As you can imagine it is very easy to catch a cold.  Finally a product that is all natural, sugar free, safe and most importantly  works to relieve your pains.

The Defend line includes Sinus, Cough and Cold and Cough and Cold Night.  Within twenty minutes of taking the Sinus pill I could feel relief from my sinus pressure.  My husband has used both the Cough and Cold and Cough and Cold Night.  He was extremely happy with the results, it relieved his congestion rather quickly.

The Hyland’s DEFEND cold formula covers nasal congestion, cough, sore throat and sneezing. Since Hyland’s products are homeopathic you never have to worry about if they contain any controversial ingredients that are found in other over the counter cold medicines. Hyland’s also has a wonderful line of baby products which include Cough Medicine for children six months and up, teething tablets, colic tablets and diaper ointment.  Check out Hyland’s website for your other medical needs including, digestion, stress/sleep and pain relief so you can be a Super Mom, too!

GIVEAWAY

One winner will receive Hyland’s Defend line including Sinus, Cough and Cold and Cough and Cold Night.

How to Enter:

1. Tell me which Hyland’s product you need in your house most.

Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog (10 extra entries).

2. Follow me (@BridgetteLA) and @HylandsHealth on Twitter and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Limited to 10 a day, please. (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog and Hyland’s on Facebook.

5. Place my blog button on your sidebar.

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on March 5th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

This post is the opinion of Beth of the Experimental Mommy. Others may have a differing opinion of the product. While a sample was received to facilitate this review, all opinions remain 100% honest.
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Activity Books for Your Child from Lazoo {Giveaway}

February 10, 2012 By 56 Comments

Trying to entertain young children can be a very difficult task, especially when you are stuck in the house during the winter months. We have dozens of coloring books in our house, but after a few minutes my son gets bored with them and wants to move on to something else. Lazoo has come out with new drawing and coloring books that encourage imagination. The books also lets your children know that it is okay if you don’t color perfectly in the lines. We received two activity books, Holes and Squiggles. From the website:

When we enter the world of Lazoo, we enter the realm of a child’s imagination, a place of endless possibility where cars race across tree branches, mermaids teach dinosaurs to sing, and ghosts host fashion shows. In this world, kids are encouraged to think independently; “coloring outside the lines” is celebrated and all types of creative self–expression are honored.

Holes was my son’s favorite of the two books, his imagination was running wild. The book allows you to color in the holes throughout the book to make different objects such as the wheel of a tire is the same shape as a snowball.

The Squiggles! book lets you see that squiggles can be hair on someone’s head, a bird’s nest or even clouds. All of the Lazoo activities books allow your child to have adventures right from your kitchen table. Your child will be learning while they are still having fun.

These books are a great size big enough for your child to enjoy, but small enough to fit in your bag to take to a restaurant or other outings.  What a great Valentine’s Day gift idea!

GIVEAWAY

One winner will receive one Let’s Color Activity Book from Lazoo (ARV $12.95)

How to enter:

1. Tell me which Lazoo Activity book you child would enjoy the most!

Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog (10 extra entries).

2. Follow me (@BridgetteLA) and @Lazoo4u on Twitter and Tweet this giveaway.  Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Unlimited! (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of Lazoo and The Not-So-Blog on Facebook.

5. Place my blog banner on your sidebar.

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on February 25th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

This post is the opinion of Beth of the Experimental Mommy.  Others may have a differing opinion of the product.  While a sample was received to facilitate this review, all opinions remain 100% mine.
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Pirate Brands Pirate’s Booty Snacks: Review and Giveaway

January 31, 2012 By 266 Comments

How many times are you planning a party and you walk on the chip aisle and end up purchasing the same old greasy potato chips?  You get them home only to find the bag is half empty and most of the chips are broken. So this week when you are planning your Superbowl party you don’t have to resort to those same old boring chips.  Why not try Pirate Brands?  About the company:

“Pirate Brands, a leader and manufacturer of all-natural snacks, is located in Sea Cliff, NY and has been creating healthy treasures since 1987.  The company was founded on the belief that you shouldn’t have to “snackrifice” taste and fun for health.  Pirate Brands produces deliciously baked, all-natural, trans fat and gluten free snacks that include Pirate’s Booty, Smart Puffs, Potato Flyers, and Tings.  Pirate Brands’ snacks are free from fryers and ingredients you can’t pronounce, Arrrrrr.”

Score points with the home team this Big Game day by serving a family favorite – Pirate’s Booty!  This year, intercept regular chips with a healthier alternative like Pirate’s Booty, which has half the fat and less calories (130 calories for a one ounce serving) than greasy fried potato chips.  Pirate’s Booty is a deliciously baked, all-natural snack made from puffed rice and corn.  Pirate’s Booty is also trans-fat and gluten free and…fun!

I asked my son if he liked them and he told me more please, so I got my answer!  Once you start eating them you don’t want to put the bag down.  In fact, as I was holding the bag I decided to compare it to the brand we normally buy.   I read the ingredients and needed a dictionary to decipher the words, however when reading the back of Pirate’s Booty I knew each and every ingredient.

According to the Calorie Control Council and Snack Food Association an estimated 30 million pounds of snacks including potato chips, nuts and popcorn will be consumed on Superbowl Sunday.  As you root for your favorite team, you are consuming empty calories without even knowing it. I love that the puffs are now available in half ounce packs with only 65 calories to help you with portion control and stop you from nervous eating when your Team gets behind!  With Pirate’s Booty on your table you can cut your calories without cutting flavor and that’s a TOUCHDOWN in my home!  You can use the store locator feature on the Pirate Brands website or simply purchase any of the varieties online.

GIVEAWAY

One winner will receive one case (12 four-ounce bags) of Pirate’s Booty Aged White Cheddar!

How to enter:

1. Tell me another Pirate Brands product you can’t wait to try!

Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog (10 extra entries).

2. Follow me (@BridgetteLA) on Twitter and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Unlimited! (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook and Pirate Brands on Facebook.

5. Place my blog banner on your sidebar.

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on February 15th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

This post is the opinion of Beth of Experimental Mommy.  Others may have a differing opinion of the product.  While a sample was received to facilitate this review, all opinions remain 100% honest.
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Easy Side Dishes From All Natural Alexia Food Products {Giveaway}

January 26, 2012 By 237 Comments

One of my biggest downfalls in cooking is definitely side dishes.  It never seems to fail that I cook a nice meal for my family and 30 minutes before it is time to eat I remember I have nothing to go with the main dish I just prepared.  Alexia Foods has the perfect solution for all of your side dishes.  From their website:

“We love food as much as you. That’s why we make it exactly how you would: all-natural, gourmet-inspired, and absolutely delicious.

OUR BEGINNINGS: At Alexia, our creativity and passion for the highest quality side dishes runs deep in our roots. As a Manhattan chef, Alex always wondered why there weren’t quality side dishes that achieved the same discerning standard as the main entrée. He knew others would agree, and believed he could create distinctive and inspired convenient everyday side dishes that lived up to what he might create in his own Greenpoint kitchen. Alex started by hand selecting the finest all-natural ingredients and producing only small batches making Alexia a hard to find favorite. Whether seasoning his Beauregard Sweets and Yukon Gold Potatoes or baking the perfect artisan Ciabatta and Focaccia breads, Alex always used real ingredients and put quality and taste first.”

Never again will I have to settle for opening a can or cooking a side dish that comes in powder form.  The Alexia products were absolutely fabulous!  I felt like I was dining at a fancy restaurant instead of in my kitchen.  We received the Onion Rings, Sweet Potato Puffs, and Ciabatta Artisan Bread.  Each side item took less than 30 minutes from oven to table.  While we liked all of the products we received, by far the Sweet Potato Puffs were the biggest hit.  My husband and I like them and they were great for the kids, too.

The best part about the Alexia Foods is that everything tastes like it was cooked fresh, you would never imagine that the were from the freezer section!  Alexia has something for everyone from Sweet Potato Fries and Cheddar Bites to Vegetables and Breads.  The website also has several recipes from Tyler Florence for you to try that complement the side dishes.  Also visit their website to download $1 off coupon towards your next purchase and find out where Alexia Foods are available near you.

GIVEAWAY

One winner will receive two coupons for a FREE Alexia Foods product!

How to enter:

1. Tell me which Alexia Food product you can’t wait to try!

Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog (10 extra entries).

2. Follow me (@BridgetteLA) on Twitter and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Unlimited! (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook and Alexia Foods on Facebook.

5. Place my blog banner on your sidebar.

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on February 10th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

This post is the opinion of Beth of Experimental Mommy.  Others may have a differing opinion of he product.  While a sample was received to facilitate this review, all opinions remain 100% honest.
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Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Space Adventure {Giveaway}

November 28, 2011 By

There are so many cartoons on television now that we don’t approve of for your young children in my house.  The new movie from Mickey Mouse Clubhouse is called Space Adventure and is perfect for the entire family.   Your favorite Disney characters, Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto, Donald and Daisy set out on an adventure through the planets to find a hidden treasure.  

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Space Adventure is educational while still being fun to watch.   The characters meet up with several additional friends that help Mickey’s crew fine the treasure stars.  Our favorite thing about the movie was the songs, my son loves to sing and dance around the house and enjoyed dancing with his favorite characters. He also enjoyed counting as all of the treasurer stars started to appear.

The DVD includes a never before seen episode entitled “Goofy’s Thinking Cap,”  which will thrill all the little ones in your house.  The second DVD in the combo is a Digital Copy of the film which allows you to watch Mickey and friends anywhere on our computer or portable device.  Blast off with Mickey and friends for over 70 minutes of a space adventure. 

GIVEAWAY

One winner will receive the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Space Adventure DVD!

How to Enter:

1. Tell me Mickey Mouse Clubhouse character your child loves the most!

Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog (10 extra entries).

2. Follow me (@BridgetteLA) on Twitter and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Limited to 10 a day, please. (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook.

5. Place my blog button on your sidebar.

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on December 14th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

This post is the opinion of Beth of the Experimental Mommy.  Others may have a differing opinion of the product.  While a sample was received to facilitate this review, all opinions remain 100% honest.

 

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Busytown Town Hall Deluxe Playset with DVD {Giveaway}

November 6, 2011 By

It never ceases to amaze me how extensive a toddler’s imagination can be, from making up names for stuffed animals to being the mayor of a town.  Richard Scarry’s Busytown Town Hall lets your child’s imagination run free.  From the website:

“Curiosities are everywhere in Busytown! This fun Richard Scarry’s Busytown Town Hall Deluxe Playset with DVD encourages social interaction between kids as they explore and play in their own Busytown world. This playset is loaded with play features from a drive-through tunnel to a fold-up ladder!  The Richard Scarry’s Busytown Town Hall Deluxe Playset with DVD includes:

  • A double oval roadway layout
  • 12 roadway pieces
  • Sergeant Murphy figure to patrol traffic
  • Hilda Hippo in her classic pencil car
  • and a bonus DVD that includes 2 Busytown Mysteries episodes!
  • Join the Busytown characters and discover the fun with this Town Hall Deluxe Playset.”

The precious Busytown Town Hall will keep your little one entertained with all of its moving parts, including the roof that really opens, balconies that come down and a stop sign that swivels. Unlike your typical road way or railway pieces the Busytown road does not fall apart as soon as it is moved.  Like most children, my son likes to be able to relate to something that he sees on TV.  With the town hall toy your child can watch the DVD and then continue their own story through interactive play with their own real life town hall.

A great feature of this product is that there are add-on pieces with more roads, stores and characters.  You can keep adding to the collection and your little one won’t get bored with this toy anytime soon. You can find out more at the Busytown Mysteries website.  With Christmas right around the corner and the need for unique practical toys, the Richard Scarry’s Busytown Town Hall Deluxe Playset with DVD would be great for your little toddler with a big imagination.

GIVEAWAY

One winner will receive the Busytown Town Hall Deluxe Playset w/ DVD (ARV $39.99)

How to Enter:

1. Tell me another Busytown product your child would love to own!

Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog (10 extra entries).

2. Follow me (@BridgetteLA) on Twitter and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Limited to 10 a day, please. (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog and Busytown on Facebook.

5. Place my blog button on your sidebar.

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on November 22nd. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

This post is the opinion Beth of the Experimental Mommy.  Others may have a differing opinion of the product.  While a sample was received to facilitate this review, all opinions remain 100% honest.
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Walt Disney Pictures Releases "Winnie the Pooh" on DVD/Blu-ray! {Giveaway}

October 29, 2011 By

Ever since I was a little girl I remember watching Winnie the Pooh.  Even as I got older I still loved Winnie the Pooh and all of his friends and am now passing it down to my children.  We love the “Hundred Acre Woods”  so much that our nursery is decorated with all the characters! My son fell in love with all the gang before he could even walk.   Our entire family was thrilled when we learned a new movie was coming out.

Walt Disney Pictures released “Winnie the Pooh” on DVD/Blu-ray combo pack on October 25, 2011.   The movie is full of energy with so many cute songs to sing along with, my favorite was at the very beginning “A very important thing to do.”  I love the fact that the movie is funny for all ages, my husband laughed the most out of anyone.    I have to say Pooh is my favorite in this particular movie especially when he pictures everything he sees is honey.

The DVD/Blu-ray also has some wonderful bonus features. They include deleted scenes, bonus shorts, the history of Winnie the Pooh, sing alongs and How to plan the perfect Winnie the Pooh nursery. If you love Winnie the Pooh as much as I do, check out the interactive widget below:

You will find all things Winnie from cooking recipes to interactive games and a fun personality quiz, too!  I am thrilled to be like Tigger, my favorite Disney character for as long as I can remember.  On the widget you can also take a sneak peak at the movie and take part in many more activities for the entire family.

Want to purchase Winnie the Pooh DVD/Blu-ray Combo Pack?  I found it on Amazon for just $24.99!

GIVEAWAY

One winner will receive the Winnie the Pooh DVD/Blu-ray Combo Pack!

How to Enter:

1. Take the personality quiz in the widget above.  Which character are you?

Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog (10 extra entries).

2. Follow me (@BridgetteLA) on Twitter and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Limited to 10 a day, please. (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog and Winnie the Pooh on Facebook.

5. Place my blog button on your sidebar.

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on November 3rd. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

This post is the opinion Beth of the Experimental Mommy.  Others may have a differing opinion of the product.  While a sample was received to facilitate this review, all opinions remain 100% honest.
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Reinvent Your Cereal with Silk Soymilk! {Giveaway}

October 25, 2011 By

Having an infant that is severely allergic to milk has made me look into other types of milk as an alternative.  I have heard of Silk but never personally purchased it for my household.  After doing a little research into substitutes for milk I was pleasantly surprised to find out how similar Silk is to our normal purchase of 2% milk.  The one major difference I found was that Silk is completely dairy-free and contains just as much calcium and omega-3s as milk plus, you get the nourishment of soy, one of nature’s perfect proteins, too.  From the website:

“Nutrition experts agree that getting plenty of high-quality protein is a key factor in feeling your best.  Protein rewards your body in a couple of different ways. First, it’s the body’s primary building block for making muscles—you need protein to grow strong. Second, protein can help provide a sustained feeling of energy and satisfaction to keep your day on track.

Treating your body to the strength of Silk doesn’t take much effort. Pour it over whole-grain cereal for a power-packed breakfast; recharge with a smooth, refreshing glass after your workout or discover the possibilities of Silk in the kitchen with delicious and nourishing recipes.”

We gave Silk the ultimate challenge and used it in our morning cereal.   It tasted wonderful!  The texture was smooth and it gave our cereal a really good taste, better than regular milk.  My husband thought it tasted like the left over milk after you finish eating the cereal, which of course is the best part!  To me, Silk is slightly sweeter than standard milk and I love the variety of flavors, 17 to be exact (including 13 flavors under 100 calories per serving).

If your family eats a ton of cereal like mine, you need to see the new Silk Cereal Bowl! The bowl has an inner piece that you put in the freezer over night, then in the morning, fill it with your favorite Silk and Cereal and you can eat your breakfast on the run.  The bowl even comes with a spoon that fits right into the bowl, what more do you need?

GIVEAWAY

One winner will receive 2 coupons for a FREE Silk product, the Silk cereal bowl pictured above and a Silk branded bag!

How to Enter:

1. Tell me which Silk variety you love the most!
Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog and Silk (10 extra entries).

2. Follow me (@BridgetteLA) and @LoveMySilk on Twitter and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Limited to 10 a day, please. (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog and Silk on Facebook.

5. Place my blog button on your sidebar.

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on November 14th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

This post is the opinion of Beth of Experimental Mommy.  Others may have a differing opinion of the product.  While a sample product was received, all opinions remain 100% honest.
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Playtex Twist ‘n Click: Review and Giveaway

October 23, 2011 By

Having an extremely picky eater in the house makes it difficult when we are away from home.  I always try to bring something that he likes to eat, but that can be very messy.   Putting food in bowls usually ends up spilled all over the place!  Playtex has come out with a new Twist ‘n Click Snacker with Flip Top and Twist ‘n Click Stack Bowls that prevents spills.  Both are durable and can withstand the drops, throws and kicks of the average toddler.  They have a leak proof seal that makes a clicking noise so that you know your food will stay in and not all over your diaper bag.  At the end of the day you can put them in the dishwasher for a good cleaning.

My son took the Snacker with us to the park this weekend and when he dropped it, the top stayed on and none of his snacks fell out.  Another wonderful feature about the Snacker is the fact that it not only has a lid,  but the lid stays attached.  It makes it so easy when you are out to eat some snacks and then flip the lid around and keep your snacks fresh until next time.  No need to worry about tracking down a lid or worry that your food will go stale.  It is so easy to use that my two year old snaps the lid back on with ease when he is finished with it.

I absolutely love these bowls, as they make bringing food from home so easy.   I am not afraid to throw them in the diaper bag or even my purse even when they are filled with a liquid. I have used them mostly for my daughter’s  baby food purees and her oatmeal.  I have not had any problems with any kind of leaks. Unlike most other bowls and lids these bowls stack with the lids on the bottom so that you don’t have to search the entire cabinet for a matching lid.

Both the Snacker and bowls are available at Babies R Us.

GIVEAWAY

One reader will win a set of Playtex Twist ‘n Click Snackers and Bowls!

How to Enter:

1. Tell me another Playtex Twist ‘N Click product your child would love!
Additional entries:

1. Blog about this giveaway and link to The Not-So-Blog and Playtex Baby (10 extra entries).

2. Follow me (@BridgetteLA) and @PlaytexBaby on Twitter and Tweet this giveaway. Every time you tweet you get an additional entry! Limited to 10 a day, please. (You must have over 50 Twitter followers to qualify for unlimited entries!)

3. Subscribe to my blog.

4. Become a Fan of The Not-So-Blog on Facebook.

5. Place my blog button on your sidebar.

Contest ends at 11:59pm CST on November 7th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

This post is the opinion of Beth of Experimental Mommy.  Others may have a differing opinion of the product.  While a sample was received to facilitate this review, all opinions remain 100% honest.
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Stop Spilling Snacks with Gyro Bowl!

October 13, 2011 By 1 Comment

It never fails that half of my sons snacks end up on the floor, no matter if they are in a bag, bowl or cup.  Sometimes I think he leaves himself a trail throughout the house so that he can find his way back.  Finally there is a solution to spilling snacks!  With the Gyrobowl you will never again have to worry about snacks being spilled all over the house.  From the website:

• Kid-Proof Gyro Bowl
• Inner Bowl Rotates 360 Degrees
• Virtually Indestructible
• Saves Time, No More Cleaning
• Use it for Non-Food Items
• BPA-Free Plastic
• Top Rack Dishwasher Safe
• Not Microwave Safe


We decided to give the Gyrobowl the ultimate test and took it with us to our local zoo.  My son carried it around eating snacks, put it on his tray of the stroller, walked, ran, and jumped with the bowl and not one time did any of his snacks fall out of the bowl.  If fact, it became funny because he was trying his hardest to get them to fall out and no matter how hard he tried his snacks didn’t slip out.

The Gyrobowl has a convenient lid so that you can fill it before you leave home and your child can eat them in the car or when you get to your destination.  With the 360 degrees rotation the bowl works like an orbit so that when you hold it upside down, sideways or any other way imaginable the snacks never fall out.  Since the holidays are right around the corner the Gyrobowl would make a great stocking stuffer for your little ones. Right now, when you buy one for $14.99 plus shipping and handling, you get one FREE!

This post is the opinion of Beth of the Experimental Mommy.  Others may have a differing opinion of the product.  While a sample product was received to facilitate this review, all opinions are 100% honest.
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