keep momming

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting (#MC) for Shire. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.

The relationship that exists between mothers and daughters is unlike any other. It has many unique moments, memories, and yes, even challenges along the way. The relationship dynamic can be even trickier when your daughter is in those tween-age years. What can be even more difficult is when some people dismiss certain behaviors as “typical tween girl behavior” when those behaviors can be symptoms of something more serious. Research suggests that girls are more likely than boys to report having mostly inattentive Attention- Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms. Since inattentive symptoms can be less noticeable than hyperactive and impulsive symptoms, it is important that moms know what to look for.

I’m proud to be joining forces with Shire, CHADD and Holly Robinson Peete to announce the launch of keep momming, a new public service initiative geared towards the moms of tween girls to raise awareness of ADHD.

The campaign is anchored within a new digital hub, KeepMomming.com, where you’ll find tips, tools and other go-to resources for moms, including a checklist to help recognize the symptoms of ADHD – inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity – and then encourages moms to talk to their daughter’s doctor. The keep momming initiative can help moms learn about ADHD and provide ideas on how to spark a conversation and stay connected with their tween.

Don’t miss Holly’s message about the keep momming initiative http://goo.gl/3tqd5q, and be sure to check out the website at KeepMomming.com.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day at Starbucks with Teavana's Oprah Chai Tea #Sponsored #MC #TeavanaOprahChai

I participated in an Influencer Activation Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Starbucks. I received a promotional item and a gift card to facilitate my review. 

I love when new things arrive at Starbucks... {1} because I LOVE Starbucks and {2} it gives me another reason to stop by and visit. 

If you visit as often as I do to Starbuck's, you more than likely noticed that Teavana Oprah Chai beverages are now available at participating Starbucks and Teavana stores nationwide.

About Teavana Oprah Chai Tea

In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Oprah Winfrey worked with Teavana’s leading teaologists to personally develop her own distinctive blend of tea. Available April 29 in the U.S. and Canada at Starbucks and Teavana stores, the new Teavana® OprahChai Tea features a bold infusion of cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and cloves, blended with loose-leaf black tea and rooibos. 

Sunday, May 11th is not ONLY Mother's Day, but at participating Starbucks, you can BUY ONE Oprah Chai hand-crafted beverage and get the other FREE. This means you and a friend can try the hot or iced Oprah Chai Latte and have a relaxing and enjoyable Mother's Day Sunday along with Oprah! Who doesn't LOVE  a free drink? Not only is Starbucks offering this exciting offer, but in addition, they will also be making a donation for each Teavana Oprah Chai product sold to benefit educational opportunities for youth through the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy Foundation. The tea along with the beautiful gift sets are available at participating Starbucks locations. 

I couldn’t have thought of a better person to share this Teavana Oprah Chai Tea with – my BESTIE. With each of us having three kids, our lives have been extremely hectic and non-stop and we don't always get to see each other very often. We appreciate the time we share together because our time is not only precious, but limited. Whenever we happen to get together, we make the most of it and spend most of the time catching up, laughing and making the most of the time we share together. Starbucks has always been one of our favorite places to just relax and just take a breather!

[Product review & giveaway disclosure: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free from the manufacturer of a PR Agency. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising." See ace and friends Disclosure Policy HERE.]

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Zact Mobile - Getting Your Child Started Successfully #MC #sponsored

I participated in a campaign for Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Zact. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.

As the parent of a tween, the struggle with the need for her increased amount of freedom is coupled with my worry over safety. Having the ability of to keep in touch quickly comes with some possible smartphone issues including things such as texting issues, data overage, inappropriate internet surfing as well social bullying. As parents, we worry enough... the last thing that I want to worry about are smartphone issues.

Thankfully Zact Mobile offers great solutions that permits parent to easily set designated parental controls. Zact gives parents the ability to set allowances on talk, text and data time. Curfews can also be set easily (such as meal and bed times) along with capability to set access to or block certain contacts as well as control which apps are allowed to be accessed by your child.

Parental Controls with Zact from Zact Mobile on Vimeo.

About Zact Mobile
 
Zact is a no contract smart mobile service with nationwide coverage that allows you completely customize and save, right from your device. With Zact you save big because you pay only for what you use, and you get money back towards your next month’s bill if you
don’t use all of your service. Zact was recently awarded the seal of approval from The National Parenting Center and their average monthly bill is only $22! 

So, if your kids are asking for a smartphone this holiday season, make sure to check out Zact Mobile and learn how their features help provide parents peace of mind! Pin It