What Kind of a Camera Do YOU Have??

With Baby #3 on its way, the hubster and I have been discussing getting a new camera.

My horrible-mom confession is that since my camera broke a year or so ago, I haven't replaced it, which means I took less pictures of the family, unless it was on my cell phone.

So.. I'm not looking for anything expensive.. Just an affordable (but not "cheap") point and shoot that takes clear pictures. Perhaps with good sports/movement setting, (my kids are always on the go!), and one that takes good indoor pics, as we're going to be having the new baby.

Show me, or tell me what you have!

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The only bank worth investing in

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of CryoCell International.

All opinions are 100% mine.

Are you or a loved one expecting a little blessing soon? This can be such an exciting time for anyone; all to quickly plans start being drawn for the future--painting the nursery, putting together furniture- like jigsaw puzzles, and even college funds. Another thing that begins to cross your mind at an increasing rate is your child's health. One way to protect their future is to save their cord blood. Cord blood is truly a miraculous thing! Umbilical cord stem cells are known to treat over 75 diseases and have been used in over 12,000 transplants worldwide. Your baby is only born once, and that is the only time these stem cells can be harvested. It makes too much sense not to do this.

Cryocell International is the industry's family bank leader with more quality accredidations than any private bank can offer. Cryocell was established in 1989, three years before any other well known banks and registries, and are also FDA registered--so they are a name you can trust with your child's precious cord-blood.

I know in this trying economic time you may think that this may not be financially feesible, but it isn't as expensive as you may think. The total price for the first year fees of cord blood services at Cryo-Cell are only $1720! This is not much when you consider how beneficial securing this blood can be for your new child. Cryo-cell's costs beats the other cord banks prices by over $400, which means you will have more to spend on diapers, and toys, and cute little outfits!!

For more information on CryoCell and to compare against other leading banks and registries, visit Cryo-Cell

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The Cutest Little Tax Deduction-- December Babies Can Win Big!

There is still one week left to enter America's Cutest Last-Minute Tax Deduction Contest! Moms of new December babies have a chance to win $5000!

All Moms would agree that the joy that comes from having a new baby is priceless! The sweet sounds of cooing, chubby cheeks and the intimate bond between parent and child can make any family feel rich with love. But, as any new parents can attest, raising children can have an impact on your checkbook, as well as your heart. In fact, the typical family spends more than $221,000 raising a child through age 17.

Thanks to TurboTax®, one "last-minute" baby will help his or her parents save a bundle.

TurboTax® the nation's No. 1 rated, best-selling tax preparation software from Intuit Inc. is conducting its third annual nationwide search for America's Cutest Last-Minute Tax Deduction. The parents of one lucky baby, born in December 2009, will win $5,000.

To enter, parents or legal guardians should submit a photo of their baby born between Dec. 1-31, to www.cutesttaxdeduction.com. The deadline for submissions is January 7, 2010. Judges will select 10 finalists, and America will determine America's Cutest Last-Minute Tax Deduction and the $5,000 grand prize winner!

So what are you waiting for, new moms?? Enter to win now, and congratulations!!

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Win a $25 Gift Certificate to Daisy Giggles for Baby Shower Favors, Invitations, and more!

When my son was born, the best gift I got was a personalized blanket and matching toy. It happened to be a character that I loved and adored, so it was more than perfect. When Abbigaile was born, I received plenty of blankets, but not one like that, and searched all over the internet for one that was similar. Originally, I wanted it to be the same character, or character family, but couldn't find anything that even resembled it. I gave up, and started looking for something more generic. Everything that I found on the market was super teeny, (think lovey sized) or not as snuggly looking as the one Alex had.

When I was introduced to Daisy Giggles online boutique, (which sells all things for baby!), one of the first things I found was this beautiful "Jo Jo Giraffe" gift set. The blanket measures 3 feet by 30 inches, and the stuffed giraffe stands about 12 inches high. Of all of the items I've found over the past 3 years, this set is the closest to Alex's orignial set.

Our friends at Daisy Giggles have offered a $25 gift certificate for one lucky reader to use towards the purchase of their favorite item or gift. Daisy Giggles carries everything from eco-friendly baby shower favors to keepsakes, dainty invitations, beautiful announcements, diaper cakes and layette sets.

All you have to do is visit Daisy Giggles and find the item you would most likely purchase, and then come back here and tell me all about it.

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This giveaway is open to residents of US & Canada and will end on October 15th, at 11:59pm EST. One winner will be chosen at random using Random.org. Special thanks to our new friends at Daisy Giggles for partnering with 4BabyAndMom for the Izea Fest and for sponsoring this giveaway.

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