Baby Pick: American Baby Magazine

I picked American Baby magazine because it has been there for me even in early pregnancy. I became a fan since the very first time I took it off the table of my doctor's office. I am now a subscriber and it was free! 

The magazine always arrives right on time and it gives reviews of baby products.  A just for you section on how your baby is growing at your baby's age. There are tips on how to improve gross and fine motor skills. A lot of tips on how to keep baby safe.

If you have the time, there are fun Mommy quizzes. Another great thing is coupons to save on baby items. It's amazing how much coupons become your friend as a Mommy. Happy reading!  

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Baby Pick: First 5 California

http://www.ccfc.ca.gov

I signed up for First 5 California a couple of months ago.  I signed up by calling their listed telephone number and requesting a kit by mail. In this free kit, there is a book for new parents. There is a refrigerator flyer for poison control. A go to book on what to do if your child gets sick. An interactive touch and feel baby book, along with an educational DVD. 

I learned a lot from the books and the DVD. What has shocked me in my learning of how important the first year of a child's life is. How many life skills are beginning to develop and how the child will cope in life. I agree with breast feeding your baby for a great healthy start. Teaching the baby from an early age and making learning fun. Teaching the child safety and being aware of what they are doing. There are also great tips on finding a quality child care facility.

What I didn't agree with, was their advice on immunizations. I have been exposed to the medical field and have been vaccinated as an adult. I felt horrible as a result to being vaccinated along with having reactions to it.  Now there are so many vaccinations that are given appose to how many that were given thirty years ago. There are many stories about vaccinations that have caused harm to children and adverse effects. 

I also didn't agree with the advice on fluoride for oral health. The evidence is out there of the effects of fluoride leading to the increased health problems. Fluoride is related to arthritis, birth effects, cancer, thyroid dysfunction and decreased IQ. There are holistic dentist that do not use fluoride and consider it a toxic poison along with not using mercury for fillings.      

I didn't agree with the advice on discipline. There are different ways to discipline your child. Every child is different. The video was against spanking and I was spanked as a child.  I remember pushing the limits with my mom and I understood what I did and why I got a spanking. I feel for those who had parents that took their bad days out on them. We suppose to learn from what we been through and overcome it. We don't suppose to keep our issues and put them on our child. The child is their own person, they are not your own little me. You are there to teach them and guide them. Teaching them to be responsible for their actions; simple cause and effect. A child shouldn't feel like they are getting away with anything. In life they will always be accountable for their actions to God. 

Savings Pick: Free Art, Music & Entertainment

http://www.artnightpasadena.org/

 Friday March 8, 2013

6 p.m. to 10 p.m. 

I attended Art Night Pasadena about two years ago with my husband and we really enjoyed ourselves. There are free shuttles that will take you from gallery to gallery. The central pick-up location for the shuttles are at Pasadena City Hall. 

There will be 11 participating galleries this Art Night Pasadena. If you get hungry, there will be food trucks everywhere. The food trucks give back 10% of their proceeds to the future Art Night Pasadena. There will be drumming performances by Makoto Taiko at 6:15, 7:15, 8:15 and 9:15 p.m. Enjoy a night of learning and fun without breaking the bank.   

Baby Pick: Free Carseat Canopy

http://carseatcanopy.com/

If your having a baby, or know someone who is; this is great information to pass along. I found a great find in Parenting magazine in the February 2013 issue. You can get a free carseat canopy for up to a $49.95 value. All you have to do is pick the canopy of your choice. Then put it in your cart and enter in the promo code. Use the code ParentingFEB at carseatcanopy.com  The only cost is for is shipping.    

Pick of the Week: Last Free Museum Trip Of 2012

Poor Rock you didn't deserve this! Rock Napping!

I took advantage of this deal by accident when going back to LACMA. My husband and I were asked if we had our Bank of America Card and we did; we were in there for free! It took us two trips to see the whole place. LACMA has many different types of art from: American, Asian, Latin American, European and contemporary art. There are different exhibits that change quite frequently. I understand why people get a year membership to LACMA.    

You can get in for free this weekend to 150 different museums,  if you are a Bank of America card holder. If you don't have your lovely photo on your debit card you will need your ID as well. The museums are free on the first full weekends of the month. The free admission is to 150 museums located nationwide in the US. You can go to Bank of America's website http://museums.bankofamerica.com to locate a museum nearest to you. Just click on your state and the city nearest to you. Please remember to check the museum website you would like to visit and call to make sure they are honoring the free museum day.  

Foodie Pick: Free Food For Veterans 2012

Please call your local location to verify if they are participating in the deal. Happy Eating!

• Applebee's: Free Entree for veterans
• California Pizza Kitchen: Free Pizza on 11/11 - 11/12
• Chili's: Free Meal on Veteran's Day from 11AM to 5PM
• Denny's: Free All You Can Eat Pancakes on Monday, November 12, 2012 for Veterans
• Famous Dave's: List of Offers & Deals 
• Golden Corral: Free Dinner Buffet & Beverage on Monday, November 12, 2012 4PM - 9PM
• Hooters: Free Wings for Veterans on Veterans Day with Drink Purchase
• Little Caesar's: Free Crazy Bread
• Lone Star Steakhouse: Free Entree for Veterans on Nov. 12, 2012
• Longhorn Steakhouse: Complimentary Texas Tonion and Non-Alcoholic Beverage
• McCormick & Schmick's: Complimentary Lunch or Dinner Entree 
• Olive Garden: Free Entree for Veterans 
• Outback Steakhouse: Free Bloomin' Onion and Coca-Cola Nov. 11-12th+
  • 10% Off Military Mates Discount Nov. 13 - Dec. 31
• Red Lobster: Free Appetizer to Veterans and Active Military Duty
• Sizzler: Free Lunch until 4PM on Monday 11/12/12
• Texas Roadhouse: Free Lunch fromVeterans Menu on Monday 11/12/12
• TGI Friday's: Buy One Get One Free Meal on Monday, November 12, 2012 for Veterans
• UNO: Free Individual Pizza or Entree w/purchase of Pizza or Entree on 11/11-11/12
• 7-Eleven: Free Small Slurpee from 11AM - 7PM 2012

Savings Pick: April 21 & 22 2012 National Parks are Free

Image found at downeu.net

This weekend April 21 & 22 2012 National Parks are free. You can visit the website nps.gov to find a list of parks. There are 138 National Historic Landmarks to visit.  Enjoy, be safe drink lots of water and don't get lost.   There is also a Meteor shower tonight April 21, so it is a great time to visit the desert for a great view. Be sun block ready!