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Pitango ~ Have you tried it?

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If your family is anything like mine then the flu is bound to hit your unsuspecting family now that the weather has begun to warm up. Every year we make it through Winter with minimal doctors visits and then Spring hits us and the dreaded cold and flu decides to strike us down. We often make Chicken Noodle Soup when we feel less than 100% because carnosine (a compound found in chicken soup) helps the bodies immune system fight off the cold/flus.

There are a lot of families that often don’t have time to make Chicken Soup and this where Pitango has thought of a way to make things more convenient and easier. They produce a range of nourishing feel-good soups, risottos and sauces (which I should mention the Pitango Chicken Miso and Moroccan Chicken Soup are $1 off at Woolworths until 22nd October). I have personally tried these 2 soups and while one wasn’t quite my cup of tea the other one is now a favourite of mine!

As I said there was one soup that didn’t leave me wanting more and this is purely because of the soup flavour. While it was made with high quality and fresh ingredients I just couldn’t get past the spinach taste; keep in mind that this was a Chicken Miso so a Japanese flavour was to be expected. What I did like about the soup though was that it is 99% fat free! I also tried and very much enjoyed the Pitango Moroccan Chicken Soup and all the delicious flavours. I found that every mouthful gave me a new flavour to appreciate and knowing that it contained no nasty stuff or preservatives made it all the more delightful to eat. I love food with real ingredients and this soup didn’t disappoint; it was like a home cooked without the effort!

You can find more details and view their range on their website and facebook page.

What is your favourite soup?

Air Hogs for Christmas

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I know you don’t want to hear it but I’m going to say it anyway! Christmas is on the way and at full speed it appears as well. Where has this year gone? There are only 91 days until Xmas. This means I really need to get my gift list organised and start shopping. Usually I am quite prepared however this year as we had a baby a few months ago it has really taken the focus off everything else and left me doing the mad woman last minute rush. Now what do you buy for a 6 and 4 year old boys? There are so many awesome new products on the market and of course they are all on the boys’ wish list.

 I do know that the Air Hogs Hover Assault Ejects are at the top of their list which in all honesty I can understand. It looks awesome! Roughly 12 months ago my boys saved up their pocket money and bought themselves the remote control helicopters which I am pleased to say are still in full working order. They are constantly being used and are definitely well loved; I am beyond impressed by the quality of Air Hogs products and wouldn’t hesitate in purchasing more. The great thing about Air Hogs remote control helicopters and the Hover Assault Eject is that they are not only great for kids but for the man child or more commonly known as husband/dad; it keeps them all amused for hours. The helicopters are so much fun and the Hover Assault Eject is even better! Not only can it drive, it can fly and eject the wheels off while firing. These are safe to use indoors which is handy if it is too windy outside.

The Air Hogs Hover Assault will be under the tree this year and I know they will be huge hit. What is at the top of your childrens wish lists this year?

Adventures of Zambezia GIVEAWAY

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Just in time for the school holidays an exciting new kids movie hits the shelves on DVD. We all know that during the holidays parents need that little bit of quiet time and this is sure to help you get it! Adventures in Zambezia is set on the edge of the magnificent Victoria Falls; a busy bird city and tells a tale of growth, adventure and acceptance.

Kai is a young falcon on the cusp of adulthood who is naïve but high-spirited; he is forbidden from venturing beyond the boundary but knows there must be something more to life. So he takes flight to the bird city of Zambezia after becoming bored with life when living with his strict father in the remote outback; only to discover the truth about his origins. Kai ends up defending the city of Zambezia and as a result learns how to be part of a community. This movie is bound to be a huge hit with the family! To make the holidays even better for the kids we have put together some special activities for them. You can find them here for FREE. You can also find FREE birthday party invitations here. Who doesn’t love a freebie?

I have also have 3x Adventures in Zambezia DVDs to giveaway to 3x lucky Mad Mummas readers.

To enter all you have to do is follow the instructions on the rafflecopter below. Winner is decided based on skill and chance plays no part. Australian residents only! Sorry everyone else. **The mandatory instructions MUST be completed or your entry will be void!**

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GOOD LUCK!

That very first bra + GIVEAWAY

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We hear it all the time – ‘we are sexualising our children from such a young age’ and yet we still see it everywhere. Mothers out there are struggling to find that perfect first bra for their daughters that combines comfort and practicality with visual appeal. By visual appeal I don’t mean sexy, padded, push up, etc. I simply mean something that looks pretty and not remotely like those grandma or the 20 something year old down the street would wear.

A few wonderful Australian mums experienced this issue when bra shopping for their daughters first bra and decided to do something about it. They wanted to cater to those who wanted something a little less sexy and a little more sweet and pretty. With that BlossyBloom began and a range of gorgeous bras and knickers were made for girls everywhere. BlossyBloom has a wide range of funky and fun designs so there really is something for everyone and they cater for most sizes – 8A to a 14B so no one has to miss out! The quality of BlossyBloom products are second to none and the fabric is very gentle on skin while still providing the required the support. I love that the bra contains no underwire and the straps are convertible as well so they can be adjusted to suit different styles of tops. I could rave on about how great these bras are but you’ll never truly understand how nice these are until you see them, touch them and witness the approving look from your daughter.

Lucky for you the wonderful ladies at BlossyBloom have given me 3x gorgeous sets to giveaway to 3x very lucky Mad Mummas readers – or their daughters (1x set per winner). **I should also mention that BlossyBloom can be purchased online here and they also hold BlossyBloom fitting parties for those who live in Melbourne or regional Victoria.

To enter all you have to do is follow the instructions on the rafflecopter below. Winner is decided based on skill and chance plays no part. Australian residents only! Sorry everyone else. **The mandatory instructions MUST be completed or your entry will be void!**

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GOOD LUCK!!

Sleep and Bath with Brauer and Baby + GIVEAWAY

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Up until a couple of months ago I had never heard of Brauer let alone used their products. I discovered the brand when I attended a Bloggers Brunch back in July which turned out to be perfect timing considering I had a 5 week old baby and they were showcasing their baby products. I have been using the Brauer Baby SleepyTime Bath since and absolutely love it. If I’m being honest I have actually used it in my bath also. It smells great, it’s relaxing and because it has no nasty chemicals in it it is very gentle on babies sensitive skin.

It is rich in honey, shea butter and paw paw so you know it will leave your babies skin soft and smelling great – naturally. My bub loves bath time and knowing that this is so safe for her, soap free and contains no petro-chemicals it makes me happy as well. The new Brauer baby range doesn’t stop there though – it has baby bath & body wash, baby shampoo, baby massage oil and of course the baby SleepyTime Bath. You can find the selection of Brauer products in the baby section of your local Woolworths or online at Brauer.

Isn’t she cute? hahaha

The lovely staff at Brauer have kindly given me 3x Sleepy Time Bath with the duck included to giveaway to 3 lucky Mad Mummas readers. (1 per winner)

To enter all you have to do is follow the instructions on the rafflecopter below. Winner is decided based on skill and chance plays no part. Australian residents only! Sorry everyone else. **The mandatory instructions MUST be completed or your entry will be void!**

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GOOD LUCK!

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