There’s nothing like a home-baked cookie. Although I love to bake, I don’t always have the time, and trying to find a cookie in my local grocery store that resembles anything homemade is next to impossible. I love to have a batch of cookies on hand for guests, or for my own afternoon enjoyment with a hot cup of tea.

 Tate’s Bake Shop is an adorable little shop located in Southampton that has expanded their delectable baked goods to beyond their store. They will actually ship their goodies to your front door! I received a package of their Assorted Cookies and Cookbook and I couldn’t be happier. The cookie selection included: chocolate chip, white chocolate macadamia nut, and oatmeal raisin. My mom was actually over when they were delivered and I knew she would make the perfect taste tester. She is an amazing baker and has made birthday cakes, wedding cakes, cookies, bars, and treats of all kinds for as long as I can remember. After opening the incredibly cute packaging, we first noticed the distinctively homemade appeal to these cookies. They look fresh off a baking sheet… thin, crispy, and golden brown around the edges. DELICIOUS!!! Each kind absolutely bursts with flavor and crunch. It’s hard to pick a favorite but I really love the classic chocolate chip. 

My mom wanted to look through the Tate’s Bake Shop catalog to see what else they offered.  We were both super impressed! Not only is the selection mouth-watering, but the prices are super reasonable. I really love their bright and colorful packaging which would make giving their products a really special treat.

As I mentioned before, I love to bake and was anxious to try out my new cook book! I decided to make their ‘Rasberry Squares’ to bring as my contribution for Easter Dinner. They were an absolute hit! I sometimes find myself baking the same ‘safe’ recipes because I know they’ll turn out and be well liked but I was happy to break out of that rut and try something new. I love the simple tips included that make all the difference such as using whole almonds and chopping them myself (tastes so much more fresh!) and making sure to use high quality rasberry jam. I can’t wait to try out some more recipes, especially their cookies!

Tate’s Bake Shop has something for everyone with a sweet tooth (even those of you who are gluten-free!) You can win your own delicious treat here too!

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BUY IT!! Shop for your own sweet treats here and enter “ cookies1” for 15% off your order!

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Spring is so great… the flowers are blooming, the weather is turning, the grass is growing… OH NO! The grass is growing! As of recently, thanks to my fun spring allergies, I don’t enjoy the colors of spring like I used to. When I was a kid, I could do summersaults all day long on the grass hills and have not a care in the world. I think if I did that now, with my spring allergies the way they are, I might have to be hospitalized!!

If you are one of the 40 million Americans, like me, who suffer from spring allergies, you probably get a running nose and a sore throat for a few days or more. With the increasing amounts of pollen in the air, why let allergies ruin the start to a beautiful spring season, when you can get relief from Chloraseptic?

Do you suffer through it or do you get relief from Chloraseptic?

If you haven’t tried Chloraseptic sprays and lozenges before, you should! The highly-effective Chloraseptic sprays and lozenges are great as they are a quick way for both parents and children to keep their sore throats at bay. I love these at the first sign of an itchy throat!

Chloraseptic, the # 1 pharmacist-recommended brand of sore throat liquid and lozenges, has a line of easy-to-use over the counter products. Chloraseptic Sore Throat Lozenges have a solid shell and a soothing liquid center containing benzocaine and menthol. The lozenges are available in Cherry, Citrus, Honey Lemon and Green Tea, as well as a diabetic-friendly, sugar-free formula and a maximum strength Wild Berries flavor. The Chloraseptic sprays come in great flavors such as Cherry, Menthol and Soothing Citrus in a 6.0 oz bottle. The line also includes a grape-flavored kids’ strength formula as well as a smaller Maximum Strength spray that comes in a 1.0 oz portable bottle.Additional Tips for those with allergies:

· In the event of a cough, itchy throat or sore throat pain caused by post-nasal drip, use OTC products such as Chloraseptic® Lozenges and Sprays

· Start your spring cleaning—rid your house of any lingering dust or pollen by cleaning window sills, vents and air filters where pollen may accumulate

· Wash your hands to rid them of any germs or pollen

· Try nasal irrigation or other decongestants

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For more information on Chloraseptic® Sore Throat Lozenges, Sprays and the full line of Chloraseptic® sore throat relief products, visit www.chloraseptic.com

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Disclosure: No compensation was given for this review/giveaway. I did receive a sample product  from the sponsor for the purpose of this honest review. This did not affect the outcome of this review. All opinions are 100% my own. For full disclosure click here.

Have you taken off your grill cover yet?!? Grilling season is upon us! It’s time to barbeque!  Here in Colorado we get really excited about the warm weather so we can do more grilling outside! We have fired up the grill multiple times in the last few weeks! It is one of our favorite ways to cook!

One awesome discovery we made this grilling season is the Grill & BBQ Mat by Chef’s Planet! This mat makes grilling even easier! So, bring on the propane!

Check it Out!! Chef’s Planet: Grill & BBQ mat – because food shouldn’t fall through the cracks!

What an epiphany. A nonstick mat, for your grill, that prevents food from falling through the cracks. Never again will you dive your tongs into the grates to save a fallen shish kebab. Place delicate foods (fish, veggies, shrimp) on the mesh mat. They’ll cook to juicy perfection and your food won’t stick. Ah, grilling perfection.

We used this grill mat for our peppers, jalapenos and fish!

This mat is great for grilling small foods such as fish, vegetables, fruits and more! The heat goes through and the food cooks as normal! The grill mat was easy to wash (dishwasher safe) and re-use again! We used it on our charcoal grill, but it can also be used on gas grills too!

The one thing I was worried about when first using this mat was if the food was going to stick to the mat. Absolutely not! The mat is stick-free so there is no mess! What a great grilling tool! I think I smell a lot of kabobs this summer!!

Chef’s Planet is a fun website that has non-stick bakelines, ovenlines, gadgets and much, much more. One other item I love it the oil pourer!

Things to love about our oil pourer
• Elegant design dresses up any counter top
• Dripless pour spout provides a perfect pour every time
• Collar catches extra oil, won’t leave messy rings on counter
• Made from break resistant Borosilicate glass
• Dishwasher safe for simple clean-up

Chef’s Planet is dedicated to design products that fit your active lifestyle. They are cooks just like you, so they understand the challenges you face in the kitchen and live to solve those problems with easy kitchen tools and gadgets! So if you love to cook, ‘seize the meal’ with Chef’s Planet! Happy Cooking!!

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BUY IT!! This grill and bbq mat ($20) and more kitchen tools can be found on Chef’s Planet!

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I first heard about GlamourMom from a mama friend I met in my child birth class. She had her baby girl exactly one month before I had my son and when I came to visit she told me her GlamourMom tank was pretty much her uniform these days, and to make sure I get one in every color.

Because I nurse my son every 3-4 hours throughout the day and night, I’m pretty much always wearing something that provides “easy access.” This was a simple task over the winter months because I just threw on a nursing bra with a hoodie or sweater that zips up the front. Now that the weather is getting warmer, I know I won’t be too comfortable in the extra layers. Before I had my son, I  ordered a couple of tanktops online from a major retailer, thinking I could use them to sleep in or for layering. I figured they would do the trick but  was extremely disappointed in the quality and functionality. There is absolutely NO support, and the straps are supposed to hook through a little cloth loop which I can never manage to do. Literally. I ended up pulling down the front of the shirt to feed my hungry, screaming baby. This stretched out the shirt, and completely defeated the purpose of a “nursing” tank top.

I am so glad to have my new GlamourMom top!!!

GlamourMom sent me their Nursing Tank Long Top in ‘Strawberry’. Finally, something that works! The straps connect with a nice, sturdy, plastic clip. It is nice and long which I definitely appreciate with my post-partum body, and my favorite part?? The BUILT-IN, FULL NURSING BRA!! This top has way more coverage and support than anything else I’ve tried on. These tanks come in a variety of colors and go great as a layering piece, or on their own. I’ve also used mine for sleeping or under a light jacket for a walk. I love it. These tanks are a bit pricier than what you might find at your local Target and I was a bit skeptical at first. Let me tell you from my own experience (and 4 nursing tanks I no longer use) that the $44 price tag is totally worth it. You can also wear these tops post-nursing or even while pregnant since they are extra long.

I will be sure to recommend GlamourMom to any nursing mom’s I know. Check out their products online and enter below for your chance to win a tank of your own!

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BUY IT!! Shop for these great nursing tanks at GlamourMom online!

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Rules: Open to US residents 18 years or older. Winner chosen at random via random.org. Winners will be emailed and have 48hours to respond.  BEST OF LUCK!
Disclosure: No compensation was given for this review/giveaway. I did receive a sample product  from the sponsor for the purpose of this honest review. This did not affect the outcome of this review. All opinions are 100% my own. For full disclosure click here.