5 Tips to Stay Healthy & Fit This Summer! #MomsLoveAmwell

Thanks to Amwell for sponsoring today's discussion, regardless all opinions expressed below are my own.

Staying healthy during the summer time is easier said than done... with so many enticing sugary foods like ice cream and slushies and the heat defeating any notion of working out, it's easy to get off track with a diet and exercise plan. It's especially easy when your 8 months pregnant, so trust me, I understand!Whether your a fitness fanatic or a couch surfer, today I want to share 5 simple tips to help you stay healthy this summer.

1. Drink Water - Staying hydrated helps prevent illness, keeps your body healthy, helps maintain your weight, and fuels your daily activities. Since we're mostly composed of water and it's easy to get dehydrated in the heat, it's obvious why this is so important!

2. Catch Plenty of ZzZ's - Getting enough sleep is an important part of keeping your body healthy any time of year, so be sure to keep up with your sleep habits all year long! Spending enough time in dreamland can help protect your physical and mental health and quality of life, so why not let yourself sleep in a few days a week?

3. Eat Fresh - I'm not using a popular sub chain's slogan, I'm suggesting you buy fresh produce so you can reap the rewards! Not only can you find a wide selection of deliciousness in-season, your body will feel more energized and refreshed after eating fresh!

4. See Your Doctor - Save money and time using Amwell and see your doctor from the comfort of your own home! Using any electronic device (phone, tablet, or computer), you can visit with a professional and better health is literally in the palm of your hands. Whether you want to chat about your weight concerns, a recent problem with headaches, or your child's battle with pink eye, Amwell has professionals available 24/7 that can help make sure your body and mind are in tip top shape! That's why Moms love Amwell... it's quick and provides a peace of mind.

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5. Try A New Routine - Hit up a local gym and try out a new class, find a swimming pool to do laps in, or even start doing yoga in your own home - trying a new exercise that keeps you cool while working up a sweat is the ideal way to stay fit during the hot, hot summer months!

So tell me, how do you stay fit during these hot, hot summer months? If you have any helpful tips to share, I'd love to hear all about them in the comments below... Plus, be sure to head on over to Amwell and visit with a doctor about ways you can stay fit this summer!

Keep Your Babe Healthy with a TemporalScanner Thermometer

Thanks to EXERGEN for sending over this super convenient thermometer and making my adjustment into mom life a little easier,
regardless all opinions expressed below are my own.

No one plans for their little one to get sick, it's just not something any expectant or new parent wants to even think about... but it happens. I hope we never have to deal with a sick child, but there's a good possibility that she may some day get a cold and while I'm not looking forward to that day, I want to be prepared if (or when) it happens. I'm being rational though and I'm not going overboard and stocking our medicine cabinet full of infant meds, but I am going to make sure I know if my little babe has a bug immeadiately with the help of our fancy new TemporalScanner thermometer from EXERGEN.

What exactly is a TemporalScanner thermometer? It's a super accurate, non-invasive way to gauge my little darling's health, all from the comfort of our couch. There's not much I know about being a parent yet, but one thing I do know is that I want to keep my girl as comfortable as possible, especially if she isn't feeling well. I'm so glad to say that taking her temperature is just one less thing I have to worry about once she arrives and I think most expectant (or new) parents want that comfort as well!

One great thing about the thermometer is that if the bug spreads, I can use it to find out hubby's temperature and my own just as easily as I can find hers. It's a family friendly device and won't make any of us feel uncomfortable. With patented software and a quick swipe across the forehead, we can all accurately find out if we are feverish or not in just seconds flat!

Want to get your hands on one of these fancy new thermometers for your little one or maybe you want to invest in a worthwhile Baby Shower Gift that a mama-to-be can really get some use out of? The TemporalScanner thermometer is a great option for all mamas and can be found at several big box retailers! Get more information about the thermometer here!

Interested in finding more awesome items for babies and new mamas?
Click here to check out my Baby Shower Gift Guide!

Beat the Heat with The Target Clean Care Box!

This summer has been a little different than any other I've ever experienced, the main reason being that I'm super pregnant and dealing with all the "fun" symptoms that accompany pregnancy. While feeling little Delainey kick and nesting have been two of the positive symptoms as of late, I'll be real and tell you that being 30lbs heavier than my previous weight and dealing with the all of the additional hormones coursing through my body has been interesting.

If you're also pregnant, dreading the heat every single day, or just simply not a big fan of summertime, the Target Clean Care Box is the answer! The contents of these boxes include everything a woman needs to beat the heat and most of it fits right into your handy-dandy little purse... Well, for some of us it all fits in a purse but I've always been one to overstuff my handbag so when I saw all the goodies in this box I knew where most of it was heading. If you're a bit like myself (or Mary Poppins, for that matter), you'll want to keep all of this in your bag just in case it's needed. If not, I still suggest you stock up on some of these heat-combating products while they are on sale at Target!

We'll start with a product I can't get enough of, the NEW Kleenex® Facial Cleansing Wipes! These little beauties combine multi-layered, textured fabric, and a gentle cleanser infused with a pro-vitamin complex to give the natural radiance of a freshly washed clean in just 1 step - the perfect way to keep your face looking fresh even on the most uncomfortably hot day! Alcohol Free, Pre-moistened, Dermatologist Tested, and found in Assorted Patterns, you can rest assured that your skin will look radiant no matter where you spend your days! I love packing these in my beach bag to ensure I look absolutely radiant, no matter what the plans are afterward! More Kleenex Facial Cleansing products are available here.

Another must have item in my bag when I'm heading out for the day is my Cottonelle® Clean Care Bath Tissue & Fresh Care Flushable Cleansing Cloths! Since the bath tissue is unscented and designed to clean better with CleanRipple® Texture—you’ll get hooked once you try it and luckily it'll help you keep dry even on the hottest and most humid days! The CleanRipple texture is designed to give you a better clean, so you feel fresh all day long! For those days that you need a little extra refreshing feel, the Fresh Care cleansing cloths offer just the right amount of moistness with a quick-dry performance to leave you feeling fresh & dry! Used together, your lady parts will feel refreshed after each visit to the ladies room!

If you're expecting or around anyone who is, I suggest you always keep a pack of Kleenex® Facial Tissue in your bag! As emotional as pregnant women can get, it's easy to burst into tears at any moment. While I'm guilty of this lately, I like to make sure I bring along a pack of tissues in case one of my other mama friends happens to be feeling equally as emotional. One soft tissue is all it takes to show you care. With a variety of designs and a good amount of tissues packed into a tiny little pack, it's easy to fit these beauties in my bag no matter the occasion.

Another item every woman needs to have this summer is Skinfix® Ultra Rich Hand Cream! This award winning little lotion is clinically proven to treat dry, cracked skin on hands and it softens, deeply hydrates, and moisturizes even the driest, eczema-prone hands with it’s unscented, medicated, steroid-free formula! No more grubby hands after a day at the beach, this dermatologist tested and paraben-free hand cream relieves and soothes itchy, irritated skin and will keep your digits looking delightful!

Another item I must keep in my bag at all times during the summer is Skinfix® Lip Repair Balm! The answer to any chronically chapped-lipped girls prayers, with a lightweight, deeply hydrating formula, this lip repair balm soothes and moisturizes chapped lips! If you're a coconut oil fanatic like myself you'll be happy to find out,it contains 40% coconut oil to help banish dry lips on contact and it looks as amazing as it feels!

While this item doesn't come with me on outtings, the Bathery® Delicate Sponge is the perfect way to help clean yourself up after a long day in the hot, hot heat. Enjoy a refreshing bath or shower with the soft and soothing texture of this bath sponge is heavenly. The sponge comes in assorted colors and makes for the perfect exfoliator, treat yourself to one and maybe grab one for your hubby too! We all deserve to feel pampered, after all!

So tell me, what are your favorite products to help you beat the heat? If you want to find some new favorites be sure to check out what's included in the Target Cottonelle Clean Care box!

Your Dog Deserves a Dream Dog Park! #FriendsofBeneful

Thanks to Beneful for sponsoring today's discussion and helping several doggies and communities by building awesome dog parks! #FriendsofBeneful #DreamDogPark

My dogs are my little best friends, I love spoiling them and I'll be honest, being able to take them places is always a treat (for me and them). While I wish they could tag along on my trips to Target to grab them Beneful or my little jaunts over to Tampa for stuff for Delainey, they can't always come with me. That's why it's special when we make the day all about them and take them everywhere with us, like we did yesterday.

We spent a good portion of the day at our favorite dog park, fine tuning their skills with the agility course and having a great time letting them run free-as-can-be through out the entire park. The best part, in my poodle's opinion anyways, was rolling around in the muddy shade in the corner of the park.

That's the thing about our dog park, it's full of stuff for doggies to do and it's just fun to wander around with your pooch too. I know other communities aren't lucky enough to have a dog park like ours so I wanted to let you know that Beneful is doing everything they can to help you get one like ours in your community.

The Beneful Dream Dog Park Project helps further Beneful's mission of celebrating the joyful life dogs and owners share together by supporting dog park improvement and construction projects across the United States. Since 2010, they've helped bring dog park dreams to life in more than a dozen communities! In 2016, Beneful will support at least 12 dog park projects in the U.S. by improving existing parks and helping get new projects off the ground through a mix of financial support, hands-on volunteerism and shared dog park expertise. Interested in finding out more about how they can help you and your dog get a "Dream Dog Park" nearby? Click here to find out more or to help support the cause!