Ever since the birth of my son I could not imagine my life without my smartphone.  Being able to capture my son’s “firsts” and sharing them online to be viewed by my family and friends has enabled me to become a mom that I strive to be…organized and well connected.  With cool apps (mommy meet up groups, first aid kits apps, recipes apps and family planner apps), great service coverage and awesome customer service has made this mom make the switch to U.S. Cellular  – now there really isn’t an excuse to miss any of my son’s doctor appointments, PTA meetings and date night with the hubby.

As a mompreneur, its essential to pick out the perfect cellular plan…one that offers wide area plans, national plans and family plans, which is exactly why I picked U.S. Cellular. It has helped me connect with my colleagues, friends and family on a platform of greatness…being able to connect with my followers, scheduling posts, catching up on my emails and browsing through online magazines has made the life of this blogger so much easy and fun.

I’m a happy U.S. Cellular customer, and I’m not alone. They have the highest satisfaction rating of any national carrier. If you want to know more about why I chose them, visit their website. Or you can like them on Facebook to receive special offers on new phones.

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by US Cellular via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of U.S. Cellular®

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Skinny ($16)

Classic ($20)

Almost every woman never leaves the house with one accessory: a hair elastic wrapped around her wrist. When you’re having a bad hair day or just need to put it up for convenience, that elastic on your wrist is indispensable! That’s why Mompreneur Karin Zanella created Hairbanglez, wrist glam for hair bands. Hairbanglez gives you a fashionable way to carry your spare hair elastic. Just slip it on over your Hairbanglez bracelet, worn alone or combined with your favorite bracelets. The fact that it’s hiding in your hair elastic is your little secret!

Each glossy lucite plastic Hairbangle has an indented groove designed to hold 1 elastic hair band. You simply pop the band in and out. Choose from two bangle sizes: Skinny, $16, and Classic, $20.

Currently its available only in black (which I love!), but Zanella is currently exploring adding more shades to the line…

This is great invention..its makes the perfect beauty gift for you and a friend!

Hairbangles are sold on www.hairbanglez.com and be sure to LIKE them on their Facebook Fan Page here.

*Disclaimer: I was sent this product for review purposes.  All opinions are of my own.* 

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My valentine’s day week kicked off with a blogger event that my son and I couldn’t stop talking about.  Being able to meet with acclaimed actress, Roma Downey (Touched By An Angel) for the reveal of her animated DVD, “Little Angel” was a treat for the entire family.

"Little Angels" Executive Producer Roma Downey

Philanthropist, wife to TV producer legend, Mark Burnett (Survivor, The Voice, Shark Tank) and mom of two, Downey introduced her new faith-based line of animated DVDs, books, CDs, and apps for preschoolers called “Little Angels” to bloggers and press at The Four Seasons hotel in New York City. The DVD series teaches practical skills like ABCs, 123s, and identifying animals while incorporating the spiritual, moral, and ethical principles of the Bible.

Little B's First Blogger with Mommy and Roma Downey

I got the privilege of asking Downey how she was able to manage it all…and while she admitted that sometimes she drops the ball, she just picks up the balls and keeps going again.

Downey showed clips and introduced us to the “Little Angles” characters.  Pre-school twins Alex and Zoe are the central characters of the series and are blessed with eight very different angels that live on their ceilings and help them to be more understanding and helpful children. The voice of the mother is done by Roma herself, allowing her to have a small part in the actual animations. She mentioned that her son and daughter also did voice work and guitar on the very catchy theme song (which my son loved!).

God in Heaven, my Savior dear Watch over my children and draw thou near Send your little angels to be at their side To light and to guard to love and to guide. – Roma Downey’s sweet night time prayer was one of the inspirations for the Little Angels series.

You can find out more about Little Angels and sign up for updates on the Official Website or follow Little Angels on Facebook for the most up to date info.

Roma is on Twitter and can be followed at @RealRomaDowney for inspirational quotes, positive sayings and prayers.

The Little Angels DVD series is available NOW via http://littleangels.com.

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Every since the birth of my son, I have been a camera and video junkie.  So thanks to my smartphone I am able to capture those spur of the moment memories in just one click.   Capturing bonding times, meeting new character friends, Lil B’s firsts and just plain ole randomness are images that have been added to my smartphone’s photo albums.

How has your phone helped document your life, your family’s life or helped you remember important events? In what ways is your phone a mini chronicle of your life?

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If you’re looking for an Android-powered smartphone at a great value, be sure to check out U.S. Cellular. They have the highest satisfaction rating of any national carrier and you earn rewards points to use on things like accessories and upgrading your phone sooner. Learn More.

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by US Cellular via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of US Cellular.

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What is the first thing you do once you know your due date? For some mothers, it’s to check what star sign their little one is likely to be! Whether you are a firm believer in star signs or just consider it a bit of fun, having an idea of your baby’s personality while it is still growing inside of you is a lovely way to bond with your child and creates even more excitement over the birth!

Conceiving on The Right Day?

I’ve actually heard of parents attempting to conceive on certain days to ensure their baby is born within their favourite star sign. While I believe this may be a bit far, (after all, if your baby is early/late will you be disappointed?) I do like the idea that as soon as your baby is conceived, it is growing its own little personality inside you, whatever star sign it is. So here is a quick look at how your baby’s star sign may affect his or her personality:

Gemini baby (sign of the Twins) 22nd May- 21st June: Gemini babies are often very chatty, so don’t be surprised if your baby starts talking before you’d expect! They love attention and copy other people’s examples. They can change their mind very quickly and prefer to have lots of activity around them to quiet, peaceful days.

Cancer baby (sign of the Crab) 22nd June- 23rd July: Cancer babies are sensitive, loving children who long to feel safe and cherished. They can often have mood swings changing from excited to upset quickly. They also have strong intuition, meaning they attach bonds very suddenly.

Leo baby (sigh of the Lion) 24th July- 23rd August: Babies born under this sign are outgoing from the moment they breathe air! Leo babies like to be the centre of attention and can cause a lot of fuss if that isn’t the case. They are intuitive and curious, and just like the lion, they don’t back down!

Virgo baby (sign of the Virgin) 24th August- 23rd September: Virgo babies can be hard to please thanks to their stubborn nature, but they are also quiet and sensitive. They love attention and quality time with mum and will enjoy a snuggle with an interesting and colourful book.

Libra baby: (sign of the Scales) 24th September- 23rd October: This little one will be walking before they’re talking! Librans love activity and exploration. They observe their surroundings and hate conflict, so make sure you never exchange cross words in front of your little Libra, this is a common theme in horoscopes for Libra’s.

Scorpio baby (sign of the Scorpion) 24th October- 22nd November: Scorpio babies can seem a little unpredictable. One minute they’re shy and reserved, the next they’re demanding a toy from a stranger! They are fiery, passionate individuals who love to be cuddled but also like their own space. View Post

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