Click on the link above for AWESOME deals and steals!

Like $50 worth of printable coupons from KRAFT

and links to lots of FREE samples.

28th Annual Wildfower Sale at The Brandywine Conservancy

Gardeners can choose from a superb selection of low-maintenance, beautiful native plants at the Brandywine Conservancy's 28th annual Wildflower, Native Plant and Seed Sale, May 10 and 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This popular event offers a wide variety of regional plants and seeds that are suitable for sun or shade and all types of landscapes.

Natives plants are a great way to "go green" because they are adapted to the local growing conditions and require less water and intensive care in the garden. Many varieties will attract songbirds, hummingbirds and butterflies and are as useful for strengthening our local ecosystem as they are low-maintenance additions to the garden. Wildflower seeds which have been collected from the Conservancy's gardens and meadows and cleaned and packaged by garden volunteers will be sold.

For more information about the sale or becoming a garden volunteer at the Brandywine Conservancy, contact Mark Gormel at 610-388-8327.

The Brandywine River Museum is located on U.S. Route 1 in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. The museum is open daily, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $6 for senior citizens and students, and free for children under six and members. Group rates are available with advance reservations. For more information, call 610-388-2700 or click here

Footprints Bamboo Give Away

Footprint bamboo active wear offers sensationally soft and eco-friendly organic bamboo clothing, socks, underwear and accessories. How is this possible? Bamboo pulp, when spun, creates a silky fiber that feels like cashmere yet it's easy to care for as its machine washable.

Bamboo clothing has become the natural, environmentally friendly solution for athletic and active wear. It inherently guards against unwanted moisture, bacteria, odor & UV rays. As avid outdoor-sports people, we understand the importance of our clothing to be comfortable & functional. Footprints Bamboo socks has also developed a devoted following of people with diabetes who were searching for diabetic socks and have found our seamless, moisture wicking Bamboo Diabetic Socks. Footprint Bamboo clothing & Bamboo socks deliver performance, comfort and affordability! When you wear the Footprint logo, you demonstrate that you are doing your part in leaving a good impression too.

Why Bamboo?Because it's...

Buttery Soft

Antibacterial
Moisture Wicking
Breathable

Odorless

Organic

Footprint Bamboo active wear is available in Chester County at Fairman's, Exton Bicycle, Hotfoot Cycles, and West Chester Bicycle Center.

Enter to win 1 pair of eco-friendly unisex socks (size small - ladies 5-8.5/mens 4-9) by leaving a comment below or emailing contests (at) chestercountymoms.com. and enter Footprint in the subject line. This contest is open to Chester County Residents. One entry per household. This contest will end on Friday, May 1st at midnight. The winner will be notified via email and has 10 days to claim the prize.

Sun & Earth Day at The NBC 10! Show

We were invited to a taping of the NBC 10! Show, this morning by our friends at Sun & Earth. We were really excited, as the 10! Show, rolled out the red carpet for us and sat us in the very front row. Sun & Earth, President John Mullins, was interviewed on todays show about the collection of All Natural Sun & Earth products.

Click here to visit www.nbcPhiladelphia.com for a $1.00 off Sun & Earth coupon.

Shannon, Lori Wilson, Nicole and Bill Henley

Sane Fit Preggers - Give Away

SANE FITNESS Preggers was not invented by a fitness guru who preaches endless hours in the gym and a diet consisting of no sugar, no carbohydrates and basically…no fun! Instead SANE FITNESS Preggers was invented by a wife, mother and business woman for women just like her, who never seem to have enough hours in the day. Beverley Caen is the perfect example of an overextended working mother and wife who has found a way to make fitness and healthy eating a part of her everyday life; especially when pregnant. With a little help from prenatally certified fitness expert John Cruz, this Wall Street career woman and mother of three has developed an exercise program that is safe and easy to follow, for pregnant women that want to continue exercising throughout their pregnancy. Once you are given the ok by your own obstetrician to exercise, Preggers is a complete program that begins in your 2nd trimester-- the stage in your pregnancy when your body starts to really change.

SANE FITNESS -Preggers Deck is the perfect little gift for yourself, your pregnant sister, daughter or friend, SANE FITNESS Preggers offers expecting women a sane way to stay healthy and active during this very special and exhausting time. The Preggers Deck contains 24 weeks of full-body workouts that you can do at the gym or at home with minimal equipment. The card set is enough to get you through your entire pregnancy. The contents of the box include 72 cards, an instructional brochure and a ring with a stylish lanyard, for conveniently transporting the card set around town. The suggested retail price of the SANE FITNESS Preggers is $24.95 and is available for sale by calling 1-800-429-5001 or at http://www.sanefit.com/.

So with all of that said.... we are really excited to offer a SANE FITNESS - Preggers Deck to one lucky Chester County Mom. To enter to win this awesome giveaway, simply leave a comment along with your email or blog link. We are adding a fun little twist to this contest. Your friends and family can enter the contest for you. So increase your chance to win and email everyone you know and ask them to visit www.chestercountymoms.com and leave a comment along with your first name & email. The winner of this contest will be announced on April 3rd. The winner of this contest must be a Chester County resident and will be notified via email . The winner has 10 days to respond to the "You won" email and claim their prize. Good Luck!

Sweet Princess Sing Alongs

Once upon a time there was a girl that loved to sing. She would sing for anyone, anywhere, and at any time! As a child she loved to sing beautiful songs from her favorite princess movies and entertain her family and friends. As she grew older her love for singing continued, as well as her love for princesses! She noticed that many children in her community shared her love of music and princesses and she decided to find a way to bring her two favorite things together. She began to entertain as a princess at children's parties through lovely SingAlongs to make others happy! This is how Sweet Princess SingAlongs came to be and all of the children who have experienced this sweet treat have lived happily ever after!

Give your child the royal treatment by hiring their favorite princess character for your next party! With a variety of packages available, you are sure to find something to suit your needs. This magical experience will bring your child's dreams to life and is the perfect way to make their birthday party the most memorable it can be!

Information including party packages, samples and testimonials can be found by clicking here.

Calista Grand March Specials

Commons of Thornbury

Building 300 · Suite 301

1211 Wilmington Pike(Crossroads of Routes 926 & 202)

West Chester, PA 19382

(610) 399-6677

Email: calista@calistagrand.com

Just a reminder....now through March 31st you will receive a complimentary manicure with any pedicure booked. This special is available Mondays through Thursdays. Don't forget to mention Chester County Moms when scheduling your appointment to receive the special promotional service. This is an awesome deal. If you have never had a mani/pedi at Calista Grand.. your missing out! The spa is beautiful and calming. The Technicians are the best of the best and you will leave relaxed and your hands will thank you over and over! This would make a PERFECT Moms Day Out! (this offer is for new and previous customers.. call and schedule TODAY!)

Are you looking to jazz up your hair? Sick of the total "mom haircut"? Calista Grand can help with that too! Schedule a hair cut with KATIE now through March 31st and pay only $37 for your hair cut. You read correctly...The Calista Grand experience for under $40....what are you waiting for? Call and schedule your appointment NOW! Katie is my personal stylist and I LOVE her. She is up on all the latest styles, will take the time to talk to you about your new look and what will work for your lifestyle AND she will walk you through step by step on how to do your hair at home so you can achieve the "just from the salon look" on your own. Again.. don't forget to mention Chester County Moms.com to receive the promotional rate when scheduling your appointment with Katie.

Sun & Earth Photo Contest

Do you use Sun & Earth products because they are green and organic? Or is it because they are kid and pet friendly? Or is it because the products clean so well? Whatever the reason, submit a photo and a caption that shows why you love Sun & Earth and you could WIN. The monthly winner will get their photo displayed on the Sun & Earth home page as well as a month supply of Sun & Earth products.

Click here to enter the Sun & Earth Photo Contest.

Diaper Bag Wrangler - Valentine's Day Apron Gift Set - 1 Day Give Away

Mommy and Me Valentine's Day Apron Set ($57 value)

Child Size Aprons from The Diaper Bag Wrangler are reversible and machine washable! They are ideal for Toddlers, Preschoolers and Kindergartners (approx. 2 - 6 years old). The front side features 4 pockets - perfect to hold spoons and spatulas! The back is finished with the same fabric as the front, making the apron reversible. Each apron comes with 1 "play" potholder (*NOT for use with REAL cooking!) which is reversible and coordinates with the apron fabric. It has a ribbon loop and quilting detail. The apron measures 18" tall and 22" wide, has an adjustable d-ring neck and 20" long waist ties.


The Mommy Sized Apron coordinates with the child version. It features 4 front pockets, an adjustable d-ring neck and has 26" waist ties. It measures 28" tall and 26" wide, and fits most adults. It is reversible and machine washable.Included is a single letter initial (of your choice) to customize the aprons. We use high quality Eco-spun felt which is made with recycled plastic bottles. Each letter is 2" tall and hand embroidered to a square felt patch and machine sewn to the chest of the apron. The patch measures around 3" square and the felt and thread colors are selected to coordinate with the apron. Each one is unique!



Fabric: The Child Apron is made with a raspberry pink cotton fabric with a subtle white heart and flower scroll print. The coordinating fabric for the pockets and ties is a checkerboard of hearts print.The Mommy Apron is made with a raspberry pink cotton fabric with a subtle white heart and flower scroll print.


This contest ends on 2/10 at midnight. The winner will be notified via email. In order to get this gift set to you in time for Valentine's Day please reply to our email ASAP. This contest is OPEN to Chester County residents ONLY! Only 1 entry per household. To enter this contest please email contests@chestercountymoms.com with Diaper Bag Wrangler/Valentine's Gift Set in the subject line.

From the Desk of Dr. Gottlieb...

To make the participation of our New Year’s resolutions more attainable, we have broken it down into three separate focuses for your health: Endurance, Strength and Structure. In this week's article we will focus on the second of those three separate and distinct factors to work on, to improve our overall health and fitness.

This week's article will cover the subject of STRENGTH training. There are of course many reasons to participate in a strength training regimen. Let's cover a few of them, right here, right now to get rid of any and all excuses that we may have.

Perhaps the best reason (that goes along with our most common New Year's resolution of losing weight), is that strength training increases, your body's metabolic rate, causing your body to burn more calories throughout the day. Yeah!!!!! What this means is that if we spend 20 minutes strength training in the morning, your body burns more calories, the rest of the entire day! That sounds like a really good trade-off. 20 minutes of exercise, giving you 24 hours of high calorie burning. Financial planners would call that a good "return on investment".

The second reason, that is most important to those of us reading the Chester County Moms blog is that strength training increases, and also restores bone density. Studies have clearly proven that consistent strength training, can increase bone density and prevent osteoporosis. And who wants to get that?

Another great reason for strength training is that it simply makes life easier. A wide variety of life-related injuries can be prevented by strengthening muscles and joints. For example, how many of us have injured ourselves putting groceries in or out of our car? How do you feel after carrying the baby seat from the car to the grocery store? How about just carrying the laundry up or down the stairs? Imagine if that got easier for you , and no longer was a danger to injure you. That's what strength training can provide!!

Probably the least concrete but certainly one of the most important reasons for strength training, is how it makes us feel personally. A stronger, leaner body can have a dramatic impact on posture and tend to make you feel better about your appearance. There is nothing like improved self-esteem and increased self-confidence!

These and many other benefits are so compelling that everyone in every health profession encourages their patients to participate in some kind of strength training program.

As Nike says: ‘Just Do It’.

If you have any questions about setting up a Strength training program, please do not hesitate to call. Tell our staff that you are on of the readers of the Chester County Moms blog, and for the entire month of January we will help set you up on a strength training program at no cost.

See you next week,

Dr. Cynthia Glendening
Dr. Andrew Gottlieb
Eagle Chiropractic, P.C.
http://www.eaglechiropractic.net/

Wellness tips from Dr. Andrew Gottlieb, DC

I am really excited about this post. In my efforts to get my pre-kid body back and a become healthier, happier mom in 2009. I am exploring health and fitness with a new attitude. I am working with Dr. Andrew Gottlieb of Eagle Chiropractic and throughout the next few weeks you will learn a lot about the benefits of chiropractic care through many articles written by Dr. Gottlieb.

The New Year is now upon us. We have made resolutions, with regards to our family, our children and our health. Now what? At our office, to make the participation of these resolutions more attainable, we have broken it down into three separate focuses for your health, Endurance, Strength and Structure. In this week's article we will focus on the first of those three separate and distinct factors to work on to improve our overall health and fitness.

This week's focus is on ENDURANCE.

Endurance training, of course helps to maintain and improve cardiovascular function. We also know it reduces risk factors associated with coronary artery disease, diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. What some of us may forget though, is that endurance training also helps improve our health status and increase our life expectancy. It also helps improve bone health and reduce our risk for osteoporosis, especially in postmenopausal women. A nice side effect of endurance training is that it helps preserve our cognitive function and alleviate symptoms of depression.

Okay you say, I’m in!!! Now what do I do.

Let's talk about what endurance training is. Endurance training is beneficial after 20 minutes minimum. So unless you are consistently performing and activity for over 20 minutes, you did not gain the benefits listed above. The goal for most of us, should be 2 hours total per week of endurance training. Do not get confused that you need to exercise 30 minutes per day four separate days during the week. Remember, the goal is 2 hours total. So 2 one-hour trainings works just as well. Or one one-hour training and 2 30-minute trainings. Or any other combination that works for YOUR SCHEDULE. So when the goal is 2 hours per week, and not everyday, it takes the pressure off of any one-day meaning too much. Now you know that if you miss a training, you can just make up that time later in the week. Remember two hours per week total is the goal!!

If you have any questions about setting up an endurance training program. Please do not hesitate to call. Just tell our staff that you a Chester County Moms blog reader, and for the entire month of January we will help set you up on an endurance training program at no cost.


See you next week,

Dr. Cynthia Glendening
Dr. Andrew Gottlieb
Eagle Chiropractic, P.C.
http://www.eaglechiropractic.net/

Lionville Location:
30 N. Village Ave.
Exton PA, 19480
(610) 458-7777

Pottstown Location:
2091 Pottstown Pike
Pottstown, PA
(610) 469-0700

Glenmoore Location:
1404 Horse Shoe Pike
Glenmoore PA 19343

A New Year.. A New You!

Commons of Thornbury
Building 300 · Suite 301
1211 Wilmington Pike
(Crossroads of Routes 926 & 202)
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 399-6677
Email: calista@calistagrand.com

Well Moms...according to the poll we have going on right now a lot of you are hoping to make more time for YOU in 09' and our friends a Calista Grand Salon & Spa in West Chester have offered to help you keep that resolution.

Now through March 31st you will receive a complimentary manicure with any pedicure booked. This special is available Mondays through Thursdays. Don't forget to mention Chester County Moms when scheduling your appointment to receive the special promotional service. This is an awesome deal. If you have never had a mani/pedi at Calista Grand.. your missing out! The spa is beautiful and calming. The Technicians are the best of the best and you will leave relaxed and your hands will thank you over and over! This would make a PERFECT Moms Day Out or Valentine's Day present! (this offer is for new and previous customers.. call and schedule TODAY!)

Are you looking to jazz up your hair? Sick of the total "mom haircut"? Calista Grand can help with that too! Schedule a hair cut with KATIE now through March 31st and pay only $37 for your hair cut. You read correctly...The Calista Grand experience for under $40....what are you waiting for? Call and schedule your appointment NOW! Katie is my personal stylist and I LOVE her. She is up on all the latest styles, will take the time to talk to you about your new look and what will work for your lifestyle AND she will walk you through step by step on how to do your hair at home so you can achieve the "just from the salon look" on your own.
Again.. don't forget to mention Chester County Moms.com to receive the promotional rate when scheduling your appointment with Katie.

I would love to see a picture of you and your new Calista Grand, style. Email me a before and after pic..ask Katie to pose with you and you can win a special prize from the CCM prize vault.. AKA my dining room. Email your pic to sarah@chestercountymoms.com

(Don't worry I won't post the picture online.. it is for my eyes only.. unless you want me to post it)

And.. now to the giveaway... I am really excited about this giveaway. Calista Grand has given us over $100 worth of hair products (listed below) to give to 1 lucky winner. Calista Grand has their own line of products called TOOLS. Calista's Tools products are made with ProElement, a cutting edge product that fosters healthy, deep penetration of nutrients from select vital minerals into the hair and scalp.

The winner of this contest will receive...

Refine -Volumizing Conditioner Retail value $24.00. Builds beautiful, shiny, healthy hair. Weightless. Creates manageability with fullness. Gentle conditioning. Light enough not to be called a conditioner

Amplify - Volumizing Shampoo retail value $22.00
Infuses body into hair. Gently cleanses without stripping. Adds volume & shine. Amazing lift. Thicker fuller hair.

Intensify - Foaming Volume retail value $26.50.
Foam for perfect distribution. Lift & fullness. Non-sticky, no build-up. Weightless control. Style hold.

Complete - Finishing Spray retail value $28.50
Workable spray for today's looks. Great hold, not sticky. Leaves no build-up. Use with blow dryer.

These are great styling products... you will love them! To enter this contest email contests@chestercountymoms.com and enter CALISTA GRAND in the subject line. The winner of this contest will be announced January 15th and notified via email. The winner MUST be a resident of Chester County and has until Januray 20th to claim their prize. Only 1 entry per household.

Eagle Chiropractic would like to announce their recent move.

Eagle Chiropractic has been helping families of Chester County obtain their health and wellness objectives for over 15 years. The docs have just moved their office to the Historic Lionville District on North Village Avenue, behind Pizzeria Uno’s.

30 North Village Ave.
Exton PA, 19480
610) 458-7777

http://www.eaglechiropractic.net/

Dr. Cynthia Glendening and Dr. Andrew Gottlieb have been combining their skills and expertise to help parents and their children regain health through various non-drug, non-surgical methods. Treatments are tailored to each individual patient’s needs and desires.

Please click here for more information and directions to one of their 3 Chester County offices.

Show some bloggy love and visit...

Our friend Nicole at A Mommy's Musings is hosting her very first bloggy giveaway to win a high-resolution digital photo card created by Krisi's Kards. The give away starts today (11/24) and goes through November 30.
All CCM's are welcome to enter the contest
Click here to visit Nicole's blog. This is one of my favorite blogs to visit.. She has it decorated for the holidays.. I love it!

Best of luck Nicole, with your first bloggy give away!

Who’s the one with the stinky pants?

Baby Clean Fun is a CD of 16 short, catchy tunes that turn challenging daily tasks into fun parent-child bonding moments.

I recently had the opportunity to talk to Baby Clean Fun, co-creator Michelle Cruz and asked her a few questions about how the idea for the CD was born.

The idea for the CD came up when co-creator Beth, mother of 3, would sing "Mr. Washcloth" to her baby to distract her and clean her up after meals. The song was so catchy that Michelle remembered it and sang it to her children. Amazingly, Michelle had the same reaction that Beth had. Singing the song made after meal clean up a breeze!

The two friends, thought if this could work with cleaning up after meals, it would certainly work with other challenges like getting baby to eat, washing little hands, and putting on shoes... just to name a few. Before they knew it there were 16 songs for 15 different tasks.
To hear a sample of the songs & view the lyrics click here

The Baby Clean Fun moms are from Lancaster County and worked long and hard to get their CD produced. Support local Moms and order a copy of Baby Clean Fun today! FREE Shipping until December 25th.

Facebook-ers... click here to become a fan of Baby Clean Fun.

I am a HUGE fan of "Baby Clean Fun" and would like to share a copy of the CD with one lucky Chester County Moms reader. My 3 year old daughter and I sing 'Gotta Brush" every night while brushing her teeth. Our rule is, when I am done singing she is done brushing.
It has totally worked and I know she is brushing for more than a few seconds.

To enter this contest please email contests@chestercountymoms.com and enter Baby Clean Fun in the subject line.**

**This contest will end at midnight on November 30th. The winner will be notified via email and has 10 days to respond. If the winner fails to reply within 10 days we will pick another winner. The winner of the contest must be a Chester County resident.

Join the "Mom Panel"

We are looking for fellow Chester County Moms to join our
"Mom Panel". By joining the "Mom Panel" you will help with our blogging team with community events, product reviews, you can also contribute posts, recipes & craft ideas to the blog, and network through "Word of Mom". This isn't a paying gig.. sorry, but that doesn't mean we won't throw some swag your way for your time and contributions.

Who doesn't like a freebie?!

Moms of children all ages welcome!

For more information please email sarah@chestercountymoms.com
Please enter MOM PANEL in the subject line.

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