When I was in college, I thought nothing of buying expensive department store cosmetic brands like Chanel or Prescriptives. But as I’ve grown older, I’d gotten more savvy about spending my money. While I’ll definitely indulge for a good face cream or cleanser, I no longer think it’s worth it to spend $20 or more […]
Archives for July 2007
Give Your Baby the Bilingual Edge
Bilingualism helps sharpen the mind, makes you more creative, increases mental flexibility, facilitates travel, helps you make friends, and is really cool to boot. So, how to help your children along the path–especially if you live in the United States, a country that, despite its large immigrant population, is still decidedly monolingual? The Bilingual Edge […]
Friday Playgroup: July 13, 2007
Do You Hide the Guns for Play Dates? Thought-provoking post on toy guns. (Absolutely Bananas) On Marriage This romantic anniversary post is a must-read. MetroDad writes, “Marriage is the single greatest institution in the history of civilization—if you meet the right person.” I agree! (MetroDad) What Would You Do If You Got This Email? This […]
Coupon: Practically Free Gerber Baby Food
A friend shared this with me, so I figured I would share it with you! If you live near a Target, you can get a Target Coupon for $1 off Purchase of Two Gerber Foods, Toddler or Baby. Expires 8/15/07. There is also a coupon on that site for $3 off Pampers. You can print […]
Sale on Stuffed Animals, Puppets, Plush Toys, Costumes
When I was a little girl, I used to stuff my bed so full of plush animals, you could barely find me! So, I had to let you know about this AMAZING sale on plush stuffed animals, puppets, toys, costumes and more: click here and take 50% off any order at StuffedAnimals.comâ„¢. Enter coupon code […]
Win a Miracle Blanket…Crazy for Contests!
Because at Mamanista, our giveaways are insane!!! * ParkerG Baby Sunglass WinnersFirst, congratulations to the four Mamanista readers who won a pair of chic ParkerG baby sunglasses. Check your inboxes and junk boxes to make sure you don’t miss our e-mails. Sad you did not win? Get 20% off your purchase at ParkerG, using coupon […]
Mamanista Travel Tips: Travel Toys
I often have to travel for work (flying over 100,000 miles last year). I already find flying exhausting and frustrating, so I have no idea how moms with babies and toddlers manage. I am filled with so much admiration for moms who make it look easy. On a flight this week, I was seated across […]
Dig These Hip Baby Threads
It is the hip parents’ classic dilemma–how to find unique threads for your kid without dropping major bank. After all, spending big bucks for a onesie is just trying too hard, and that’s never cool. Sandbox Threads to the rescue!!! Faced with the same problem, Stay at Home Dad, Andy, created these groovy, graphic onesies […]
Outrageous Baby Carrier Sale at Attached to Baby!
Attached to Baby is having an amazing Summer Clearance Sale!!! You take an additional 20% off these sale items PLUS an extra 10% off with coupon code MAMANISTA10! Once she’s out, the sale is over, and our coupon expires July 18, 2007, so act fast! Some of the fabulous baby carriers on sale include (prices […]
Be a Winner Like Baby Diva!
Help other “Heart Babies,” like Baby Diva, survive and thrive… …to their first birthdays and beyond. Here at Mamanista!, we like to share hip finds, promote chic products, and have fun giving away fabulous freebies. But can we get serious for a minute? I Heart My Baby On August 9, 2006, Baby Diva came into […]