Gift Ideas from @Thermos

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If you have a school age child on your gift list or perhaps someone who takes a cold lunch every day or LOVES hot coffee, I recommend the great products from Thermos!

Founded in 1904, Thermos L.L.C. is the leading manufacturer worldwide of insulated food and beverage containers, children’s lunch kits and other innovative consumer products.

Check out some of my favorite gift ideas for both children and adults from Thermos:

FUNtainer® Bottle 

This FUNtainer bottle features Thermos™ double wall vacuum insulation for maximum cold temperature retention and hygienic push button lid with pop-up silicone straw that is easy to open for any child!

Plus, it features a kid-proof design - durable stainless steel interior and exterior withstands daily wear and tear and a flip-up carrying loop for easy carrying!

I love the fun designs it comes in such as Star Wars or Frozen! There is one for every child on your gift list this year!

And it is dishwasher safe so it so easy to clean!!! These are a favorite in our house!

FUNtainer® Food Jar

And when you want to keep food hot or cold for awhile in a lunch box, check out this Food Jar! It also features Thermos™ double wall vacuum insulation for maximum temperature retention, hot or cold and durable stainless steel interior and exterior!

The extra wide mouth is easy to fill, serve from and clean in the dishwasher! And once again, you can choose from so many fun characters like Cars, Star Wars or Frozen!

Vacuum Insulated Cold Cup with Straw

And my favorite gift idea for the adults is the Insulated Cold Cup with Straw! I love this one and I drink so much more water now that I have it! Plus, I love having cold water ALL DAY LONG!

The Thermos™ vacuum insulation keeps beverages cold up to 9 hours and it has BPA-free, durable stainless steel interior and exterior!

It also features a removable, easy to clean straw and convenient clear dome lid! It's great for smoothies, cold juices, iced teas and iced coffee and is sweat-proof and dishwasher safe!

Buy It:

You can purchase all Thermos products at your local retailer!

* Thank you to Thermos for their product for review! Disclosure - This product was given for review for my honest opinion. No other compensation was given.*

@CarringtonFarms @Vikis_Granola Make Packing Nutritious Snacks & Lunches Easy!

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Making healthy lunches and snacks for my children AND giving them variety instead of the same thing every day is something I really struggle with on a daily basis. I am just not very creative but giving them healthy, nutritious and filling lunches is really important to me and to their health!

Thank goodness I have help from great companies like Carrington Farms and Viki’s Granola!

Carrington Farms Paks

For parents looking for an easy, nutritious snack to pack for their kids, Carrington Farms Paks are the ideal choice. Packaged in convenient and portable single-servings, Carrington Farms' line of Paks are available in original Organic Flax Paks, Organic Flax Chia Paks and Organic Flax Hemp Paks – all of which are ready-to-eat, require no refrigeration and are rich in the essential nutrients students need to stay fueled and energized throughout the day, including Omega-3s, protein, fiber and antioxidants.

These Paks can be easily sprinkled or mixed into the foods you’re already eating, such as yogurt, smoothies, cereal, etc. I love that Carrington Farms offers a great 4 Paks set that comes with Flax, Flax Hemp, Flax Chia and Coconut Oil Paks. THey are perfect for little hands, putting in lunch boxes and eating on the go! We sprinkle these Paks on everything - sandwiches, yogurt, salads, etc and I love the boost of nutrition they give!

SRP: $6.99-8.99 or buy 4 pak for $27.99, Available nationwide at grocery stores and online at www.CarringtonFarms.com

Viki’s Granola

Viki's Granola is made with 100% all natural ingredients, gluten-free and baked with love. Unlike other granolas with hard clusters, Viki's has a fresh, soft, chewy texture and no artificial aftertaste. 

Available in five delicious flavors and in “Grab-n-Go!” single-serve pouches, Viki's Granola is great to enjoy on its own or with yogurt, making it the perfect, nutritious back-to-school snack! 

My son loves when I sneak Viki's Granola in his lunch box for a tasty, healthy snack! He loves on yogurt or plain! 

($5.49/12 oz. bag and $11.99 / (10) 1.5oz bags) www.VikisGranola.com.

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Head Back to School with @piratesbooty!

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Well, children are back to school again and one thing that is hitting me hard is having to pack a lunch every day for my son. It can be really hard to find the time and energy to pack a healthy and nutritious lunch for my son that will keep him energized throughout the day. I will not include any junk, artificial ingredients or sugary foods in his lunch so it isn't always easy to find foods that I trust that are good for packing in a lunch box.

But my definite go-to snack for my son (and one he LOVES!) is Pirate's Booty and they have a great limited-edition back-to-school packaging that makes it even more fun for my son to pack in his lunch box!

Pirates like their cheddar like they do their rum, aged to perfection. Aged White Cheddar is made from puffed rice and corn, blended with real aged white cheddar cheese and baked perfectly to pirate standards.

I love the 1 oz bags because they are the perfect size for his lunch box and they are big enough to fill him up at snack time and carry him over to lunch time. Plus, I trust them so much and their ingredients! They are also gluten-free, vegan and made without any artificial ingredients or preservatives! They are cheesy and delicious and my son (and I won't lie...I sneak a bag once in awhile too!) loves them!!

Make packing a lunch easier this school year when you have your cupboards stocked with Pirate's Booty!

Buy It:

You can purchase Pirate's Booty at your local retailer.

* Thank you to Pirate's Booty for their product for review! Disclosure - This product was given for review for my honest opinion. No other compensation was given.*

Add Healthy Nutrients to Every Meal with @CarringtonFarms & #Giveaway

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In our house, we are HUGE fans of hemp, flax and chia seeds in EVERYTHING! I put them on our sandwiches, in my smoothie, in our oatmeal, in egg salad and pretty much anything else I can think of! They are such an easy way to add nutrition to almost everything we eat!

So where do I get my hemp, flax and chia seeds? 

I get them from Carrington Farms! They have a great bundle of seeds that include Organic Flax Hemp Blend, Organic Chia Seeds and Organic Flax Chia Blend PLUS you get a FREE 14 oz Organic Milled Flax Seed pouch when you buy this bundle.

It is such a great mix of all of our favorite seed blends and the packages last for a long time!

You will not believe the nutrients you get!

Organic milled flax products are loaded with Omega 3's, fiber, antioxidants, and minerals, but have the added benefit of hormone balancing phytoestrogens called lignans, all of which help promote your healthy lifestyle!

The organic blends provide an excellent source of energy and nutrients for lasting heart health and boosted metabolism resulting in the ultimate "Superfood.".

Chia is high in fiber, has more calcium by weight than milk, high in iron, potassium, folate, phosoporus, magnesium and mangane.

Plus all are naturally gluten free AND organic! They are great for everyone in our house and so many meals, including salads, cereal, yogurt and smoothies!

Another great item from Carrington Farms is their NEW Toasted Quinoa!

Carrington Farms Toasted Quinoa is a NEW, ready-to-eat high fiber snack made from complete protein containing all 9 essential amino acids. This gluten-free snack is the perfect healthy addition to your kid’s salads, soups, and yogurt. Perfect for kid’s lunches, this ready to eat snack with keep your kids full of nutrients and energy all year long.

Buy It:

You can purchase all Carrington Farms products online at www.CarringtonFarms.com

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Say “Ciao!” to Ordinary PB&J Sandwiches with Nocciolata & Fiordifrutta + Giveaway

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School year is well underway but school lunches don't have to suffer just because they are in a lunch box now! And they don't have to be untasty either!

With two great organic products, Nocciolata and Fiordifrutta, kids can say “ciao!” to the ordinary PB&J sandwich and enjoy a delicious sandwich with organic ingredients that are free of GMO's, preservatives, colors, additives, or artificial sweeteners.

One of the very most delicious things I have ever tasted is Nocciolata (pronounced no-cho-lata), an organic, better-for-you, high-quality chocolate-hazelnut spread.

Nocciolata combines hazelnuts, cocoa and cocoa butter, natural vanilla extract, raw cane sugar, and skimmed milk for a chocolate-hazelnut spread with undeniably superior flavor and smooth, creamy texture.

It's actually quite simple. Quality ingredients produce superior taste. Only certified organic ingredients go into each jar of creamy, dreamy Nocciolata. That means no chemicals, no artificial flavors, no GMOs and absolutely zero palm oil. Nocciolata is still made following the Rigoni's exclusive family recipe. It is a slow process that uses only carefully selected ingredients like dark chocolate from the Antillean Islands, Italian hazelnuts (16%), brown sugar, skim milk and Bourbon vanilla extract.

Enjoy Nocciolata any time of day. Try it in the morning on toast, or on a crusty bread for a delicious afternoon snack. Nocciolata is the perfect special ingredient for cakes, crepes, cookies, muffins, and many more recipes. It's fantastic as a frosting or filling in all your baking inventions! No matter how you enjoy it, there are always new ways to love Nocciolata!

The minute I opened this jar, I could tell it was different than any other hazelnut spread I have seen or tasted before! And it was! It was the sweetest, most delicious treat I have ever had! And I love that it is organic!!! I immediately looked up all kinds of recipes I can use it in and my son has really enjoyed it in his school lunches!

And for the other half of his sandwich, he is also loving Fiordifrutta!

Fiordifrutta simply contains over three pounds of perfectly ripened fruit, organic apple juice, and natural fruit pectin. Fiordifrutta Organic Fruit Spread is organic, non-GMO, Kosher certified, and gluten free.

Fiordifrutta fruit spreads come from organic farming. Each 8.82 ounce jar is made exclusively from over three pounds of selected organic fruit using using a patented low-temperature cooking process. Unlike most other spreads on the market, Fiordifrutta fruit contains no added sugar. Sweetening is made instead with organic wild apple juice. This exclusive recipe preserves the nutrients of the natural fruit while significantly reducing the sugar substance content (30% or more compared to other spreads) and contains 30% fewer calories than most others.

We are loving the Strawberry and Wild Berries flavors!

The Fiordifrutta Organic Fruit Spread Strawberry is red, meaty, sweet and pleasing to the eye. Use as a classic topping for breakfast, in pies and cakes. Also sublime with fresh cheese.

The Fiordifrutta Organic Fruit Spread Wild Berries is a cocktail of exciting flavors ranging from the harsh to sweet. The taste is something unique and unmistakable. A great choice on roast game or mature cheeses.

A mix of blackberries, blueberries, cranberries, raspberries, red currants, black currants, rose hips and strawberries, this spread has all the properties of the individual fruits in a beautifully balanced mix.

Mix up the tastes in your child's lunch box without sacrificing health or flavor with Nocciolata + Fiordifrutta!

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You can purchase Nocciolata + Fiordifrutta from Amazon.com

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(1) Jar of Nocciolata and 2) Jars of Fiordifrutta

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Get Ready To Head Back to School with Wildkin

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Back to School season is coming up in a few weeks and if you are trying to check off the school supplies list, Wildkin is here to help you with their latest gear, supplies, fashion and must haves for this upcoming school year. They have the cutest styles and patterns and I love looking through their products!

My son is ready to start taking his own lunch to school for the first time in his new Wildkin lunch box. He will be showing off his favorite foods in his Parrot Green Double Decker Lunch Box.

Double the deliciousness of lunchtime with the Wildkin Double Decker Lunch Box. Insulated and non-toxic, this two-tiered lunch box keeps meals fresh. On top, a roomy pouch is great for chips, fruit and drinks. The lower level includes a dishwasher- and microwave-safe container, and is great to store the main event. Includes handy shoulder strap for easy carrying. The Double Decker lunch box is expertly designed for any lunchtime adventure.

My son is so excited to take this lunch box (in his favorite color!) to school everday!

And for trips, vacations, preschool or the children still at home for nap time, Wildkin also offers really cute and comfy NAP MATS!

Wildkin Nap Mats can be used for school or home - they roll up for easy storage and travel. They are a favorite with preschools, daycares, and as a starter sleeping bag for little ones.

My children are LOVING the cute Wild Animals Nap Mat and I love how easy it is to roll up and store!

It is made from Cotton/polyester exterior and has a great attached blanket lined with 100% cozy cotton flannel interior!

It is easy to roll-up with fastening straps and carries really easily with the handy carrying strap. It also includes a matching, removable pillow!

It is also naturally flame-resistant and never treated with chemicals.

Buy It:

You can purchase all Wildkin products from the Wildkin website.

* Thank you to Wildkin for their product for review! Disclosure - This product was given for review for my honest opinion. No other compensation was given.*