Brenna, Author at Mommy Kat and Kids

Comfy Tutus For Even the Youngest Princess Thanks to Princess London’s Tutu Boutique-Giveaway

November 24, 2013 by Brenna 21 Comments

Regular readers will know about how much my daughters love their tutus. Recently my youngest little cupcake received her very first tutu and wow, is it gorgeous! Princess London’s Tutu Boutique sent us its beautiful Mermaid Tutu Dress and matching headband in the perfect size for my seven-month-old daughter.

My two older daughters watched eagerly as I opened the package and both reached out desperately as I held up the small dress. Both of them insisted it must be for them despite its small size, and were crushed to learn that this tutu was for their baby sister. They recovered quickly though, as the sight of another tutu simply prompted them to scamper upstairs and put on their own tutus for some frolicking games. [Read more…]

The Philips AVENT Comfort Manual Breast Pump is an Affordable Option for Busy Moms-Giveaway #AVENTMomsCA

November 18, 2013 by Brenna 39 Comments

After nursing all three of my children while also attending school and working full time, I have definitely tried out my fair share of breast pumps. It has been years since I’ve used a manual pump but I remember it being a struggle. Still, manual breast pumps come at a fraction of the cost of the electric ones and can be a reasonable option if you aren’t looking to make a huge investment in your pump. And the manual pump has come a long way since I last used one years ago.

Philips AVENT offers a well-designed manual pump that solves one of the former discomforts of manual pumping. With most pumps you have to lean forward to help direct the milk into the bottle but with the Philips AVENT Comfort Manual Pump, leaning forward is unnecessary so you can sit comfortably and relaxed while expressing your milk. [Read more…]

Girls Get Fancy With Christmas Tutus From Pansy Pie

November 16, 2013 by Brenna 6 Comments

Every now and then my two oldest daughters, currently 6 and 3, will dig out their collection of tutu dresses and run about the house playing whimsical games. I really enjoy it because lately they seem to be getting on each other’s nerves a lot and not playing together very well or for very long. But when they put on their beautiful tutus, it’s as though they raise their levels of courtesy and understanding to the way a princess must surely behave.

I don’t recall having a collection of tutus when I was a child, but somehow my daughters have managed to accumulate quite a few and they are always eager for more! So when the opportunity arose to review a seasonal tutu set from Pansy Pie, we were all excited to see what we would receive.

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Make an Eco-Friendly Change for the Better with GroVia Cloth Diapers-Giveaway

September 17, 2013 by Brenna 311 Comments

I know a lot of mothers-to-be that contemplate whether to choose cloth or disposable diapers. For me, it was never a question; I simply wasn’t prepared to do the work it took to use cloth diapers. Sure, I’ve spent countless dollars on disposable diapers over the years, but I was sure that the simplicity of them was well worth it. Nevertheless, when GroVia offered me the chance to try out one of its popular all-in-one diapers, I figured, “What the heck!” So with my third baby, I finally decided to give the cloth diaper a try.

When I received the GroVia All-in-One Cloth Diaper, the first thought that occurred to me was comfort. I realized how much more comfortable the cloth diaper must be for a baby than the rough disposable ones. The inside liner of the GroVia cloth diaper is made with 100% organic cotton which is super soft and super absorbent. In fact, it actually increases in absorbency with each washing! The outside of the diaper has soft stretchy bands for a comfortable fit around the legs and several snaps at the waist allowing for a perfect fit for babies from 10 to 35 pounds. If you are going to invest in using cloth diapers, you might as well choose a one-size-fits-all style like the GroVia diaper. [Read more…]

Your Daughter Will Have Endless Hairstyle Choices with Infinity Headbands-Giveaway

September 13, 2013 by Brenna 61 Comments

Having three daughters is a ton of fun. We get to do all the girly things together like shopping, nail polish and make-up. But one girl-specific skill I am still working on is the hair! I’ve never been too high-strung about my own hair or my daughters’ tresses, but I have started finding simple ways to help keep it under control throughout their busy days. Ponytails, of course, are always a great choice, but different buns and braids can also be a lifesaver. Still, sometimes it is nice to be able to keep my daughters’ hair down, yet still manageable, and for that we use headbands.

I love headbands because they are such a simple way to add a little bit of style and sleekness to my daughters’ hair. So when Infinity Headbands offered me a sample of its unique customizable headband, I happily accepted. Infinity Headbands are special because you only need one plastic band which can then be customized with different ribbons and embellishments. With a wide selection of ribbon designs, you can change up your headband every day with the styles that suit you. The ribbon of choice simply sticks onto the band, and if you want to add an embellishment like a flower or bow, you simply loop it onto the ribbon before fastening it onto the band. [Read more…]