Reviews Archives - Fit Bottomed Girls https://fitbottomedgirls.com/category/mamas/mamas-reviews/ Health + fitness that's feminist AF Tue, 19 May 2020 14:55:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 122404920 Stuff My 5-Year-Old Loves https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/04/stuff-my-5-year-old-loves/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/04/stuff-my-5-year-old-loves/#comments Wed, 08 Apr 2020 11:00:50 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=313373 Editor’s note: This post was written before the insanity and reality/tragedy of COVID-19 set in. Coincidentally, some of the items are awesome for home learning and independent play, so hopefully they’re extra useful to you and your family. My daughter just turned five. And it’s still blowing my mind — despite the multiple birthday parties and kindergarten registration. She’s FIVE. And, like most 5-year-olds, she’s really curious, silly, and fun. She loves learning and playing. And while her Paw Patrol toys continue to be one of the things she plays with most, she’s also into gardening, helping us with chores…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/11/finding-the-right-breast-pump/feed/ 12 311939 Fun Summer Must-Haves for the Whole Fam https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/06/fun-summer-must-haves-for-the-whole-fam/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/06/fun-summer-must-haves-for-the-whole-fam/#comments Wed, 05 Jun 2019 11:00:05 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=310211 My whole family has summer vibes going right now. Not only are we excitedly expecting twins this summer (!), but after a long winter, the promise of regular pool time, sunshine, and in-season watermelon is giving us serious heart eyes. via GIPHY Because the summer weather is here. It’s finally here! via GIPHY And here are some new finds that are pairing SUPER well with sunshine — for the whole fam. My Audio Pets Splash Everything is better with good tunes, and these wireless Bluetooth speakers aren’t just adorable and kid-friendly — they’re also waterproof! Meaning you can take them…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/06/fun-summer-must-haves-for-the-whole-fam/feed/ 3 310211 Products to Pamper Yourself as a Mom https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/02/products-to-pamper-yourself-as-a-mom/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/02/products-to-pamper-yourself-as-a-mom/#comments Tue, 26 Feb 2019 12:00:08 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=309354 “I get plenty of pampering.” –said no mom ever Which is exactly why we’re sharing seven new products we recently received for review that’ll help you to get your pamper on whether you’re a new mom or a seasoned mama. 1. Eden’s Garden Salt Soaks There’s nothing like a good bath to get your relax on, and we recently got to try these blends that include Epsom and sea salts with essential oils. Not only do they smell heavenly, but they feel heavenly. And if you’ve got sore muscles, bonus! The Epsom salts totally help with that. 2. Boob Design…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/02/products-to-pamper-yourself-as-a-mom/feed/ 1 309354 10 Books That Should Be Required Reading for Parents-to-Be https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/01/10-helpful-and-hilarious-books-to-read-as-a-parent-to-be/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/01/10-helpful-and-hilarious-books-to-read-as-a-parent-to-be/#comments Tue, 15 Jan 2019 12:00:19 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=309069 What to Expect When You’re Expecting is on your bookshelf. You’ve leafed through Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth. You’ve even devoured The Happiest Baby on the Block. But what other books should you check out as a parent-to-be or new parent? Well, there are lots of awesome new pregnancy (and beyond!) books out there now that are fresh, fun, ground-breaking, helpful — and some are downright hilarious. Consider these required reading, whether you’re newly knocked up (congrats!), about to pop a baby out (go you!), or have an itty bitty at home already (it’s fun, right?!). Part helpful, part essential,…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/01/10-helpful-and-hilarious-books-to-read-as-a-parent-to-be/feed/ 17 309069 7 New Back-to-School Breakfast Ideas https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/08/7-new-back-to-school-breakfast-ideas/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/08/7-new-back-to-school-breakfast-ideas/#comments Tue, 21 Aug 2018 11:00:33 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=308215 Oh, back-to-school time. via GIPHY The school supplies. via GIPHY The new routines. via GIPHY The homework. via GIPHY The mornings! via GIPHY And to make your mornings just a touch smoother (for everyone), we’re sharing seven new back-to-school breakfast ideas that are as healthy as they are tasty for the kids (and, you, too!). Bobo’s TOAST’R True story: in college I was basically addicted to Pop-Tarts and it took me a full-on year to break up with them. I wish that struggle on no one, especially my daughter. Which is why I like these so much better. With a baked…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/08/7-new-back-to-school-breakfast-ideas/feed/ 2 308215 2018 Mommies: The Best Products for Moms, Kids and Families https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/05/2018-mommies-the-best-products-for-moms-kids-and-families/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/05/2018-mommies-the-best-products-for-moms-kids-and-families/#comments Wed, 16 May 2018 11:00:33 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=200480 In case you haven’t heard, it’s an exciting week here in the Fit Bottomed World … it’s birthday week over at Fit Bottomed Girls! And while we’re going to be unveiling a pretty big and exciting new change soon (squeal!), today we’re gonna help FBG party by announcing the 2018 Mommies. You guys know that the best stuff in mom life is shared, and that’s exactly what the Mommies are all about. (You can see last year’s list here.) We’ve tried A LOT of stuff over the course of the past 365 days, and these are the mama finds that…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/05/2018-mommies-the-best-products-for-moms-kids-and-families/feed/ 3 200480 My Thoughts on the Sheryl Sandberg Book, ‘Option B’ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/05/my-thoughts-on-the-new-sheryl-sandberg-book-option-b/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/05/my-thoughts-on-the-new-sheryl-sandberg-book-option-b/#respond Tue, 01 May 2018 11:00:17 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=200341 I first heard about Sheryl Sandberg on Oprah’s “SuperSoul Conversations” podcast. Sandberg spoke about her husband’s death and how her grief and healing led her to co-write the book Option B with psychologist Adam Grant. Although her husband’s passing did sadden my heart, it was not the topic of death that made me want to read the book; it was the idea of being tough and equipped enough to overcome extreme challenges as well as everyday obstacles. With the hope of becoming a more resilient individual, mom and partner, I borrowed Option B from the library and got to building…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/05/my-thoughts-on-the-new-sheryl-sandberg-book-option-b/feed/ 0 200341 3 Tricks to Get Tangles Out and Make Hair Brushing Happier for All https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/04/3-tricks-to-getting-tangles-out-and-making-hair-brushing-happier-for-all/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/04/3-tricks-to-getting-tangles-out-and-making-hair-brushing-happier-for-all/#respond Tue, 24 Apr 2018 11:00:22 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=200452 My daughter has beautiful, beautiful hair. The color. The curls. The natural swoopiness of her bangs. The only problem is that, for her first three years of life, she has hated having her hair touched — let alone washed, brushed, or pulled back. Pair this with her love of the outdoors and food, and you can see we’ve got some tangles going on. All day, every day. Of course, it’s a problem that compounds itself. The longer she goes between brushes, the more tangles she gets, and the harder it is to brush and wash that beautiful, beautiful hair. But!…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/04/3-tricks-to-getting-tangles-out-and-making-hair-brushing-happier-for-all/feed/ 0 200452 The Beauty Product All Moms Need to Have at Home https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/04/the-beauty-product-all-moms-need-to-have-at-home/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/04/the-beauty-product-all-moms-need-to-have-at-home/#comments Thu, 12 Apr 2018 11:00:54 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=200424 This post is sponsored by Parissa. For our sponsored post policy, click here. “I have oodles of time to go to the salon.” Said no mom ever. “But, dude, I need a wax badly.” Said every mom ever. But, mamas, guess what? We’ve found the solution! And it doesn’t require a trip to a salon. And it’s not expensive. And it’s all natural. And it’s easy to use. Say hello to the Parissa Precision Waxing Pen. This thing is genius. Basically, it’s a little mini waxing salon at your house that you can use anytime for a full eyebrow or lip…

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