Monthly Archives: February 2012
Winning Wednesday: EcoZip Baggies
PTPA in Enter to Win!, Just Between Us - 36 comments - posted on Feb 29th, 2012Welcome to Winning Wednesday here at PTPA! We have an awesome giveaway for US residents today! Many of us worry that we’re using too much plastic or the wrong sized plastic baggie when packing food for lunches or with leftovers. EcoZip has come up with an innovative way to help you make sure you’re not wasting space, plastic or time finding the right sized baggie by creating these multi-compartment baggies! EcoZip helps you separate and organize multiple items in1 bag separately or by opening the middle zip utilize the full space of the bag. You’re getting up to 3x the … Continue reading
March Break on Budget By Toronto4Kids.com Yes, you can enjoy a fun spring break without breaking the bank or having to do any extensive planning. Here are a few ideas that are both low-cost and low-effort. Be creative and think of more fun and memorable Spring Break ideas that don’t cost a fortune! A few suggestions to get you rolling… Be a Tourist in your own City Since the weather is getting warmer, it’s a great opportunity to take a walking tour of the city of Toronto … we’re talking about touring the town as if you were on holiday … Continue reading
21 Questions to ask your kids
Kathryn - PTPA Marketing Director in Just Between Us - 7 comments - posted on Feb 28th, 2012I found this fun quiz on Pinterest (my favorite new Social Media obsession) I had so much fun “interviewing” my kids and laughed out loud at most of the answers. Source: pepperbuttons.blogspot.com via Mary on Pinterest Here are a few of my fav answers from my 8 year old daughter Kailey and my 5 year old son Dylan. Q.6. How old is Mom. Kailey- 37 Dylan – 18! Yes he is now officially my favorite haha! Q.9. What does Mom do when you are not around? Kailey – Work on the computer Dylan- Have lunch with friends! Q.13. What does … Continue reading
March Break Staycation Ideas on a Budget
Sharon - PTPA Founder in For the love of parenting, Just Between Us - 4 comments - posted on Feb 28th, 2012Before I give you suggestions for a fantastic March break on a budget, you need to plan in advance to disconnect. Yes, I mean from your phone, your e-mail, your twitter and facebook. 
Try making yourself a schedule as to when and how often you will check your phone (every 5 minutes is not considered taking a break!) and put your phone on silent mode for the rest of the time. We all need time where we can commit to our family whole heartedly. I always laugh at myself when I say to my children, you aren’t paying attention to me and yet, very often I find myself texting someone and at the same time nodding my head to my kids as if I actually heard what they just said. Continue reading
WIN tickets to The Original Baby Soiree!!
PTPA in Enter to Win!, Just Between Us - 35 comments - posted on Feb 28th, 2012Join the PTPA team at The Original Baby Soiree, a lavish event for Moms! PTPA Founder and CEO Sharon Vinderine will be sharing fabulous tips for Moms as well as giving away gorgeous gift baskets filled with PTPA Award Winning products. PTPA is thrilled to be giving way (2) General Admission tickets and (2) VIP Tickets! WINNER WILL RECEIVE: Two (2) VIP Passes Value $90 VIP TICKET Your ticket includes: * Signature Mocktail * Hors D’Oeuvres * All Seminars + Workshops * Entrance to the Mama Beauty Bar with spa treatments (spring water & caviar facial, manicure, makeup application, massage, … Continue reading
Mischief
Julia M Chiarella-Genoni in For the love of parenting, Just Between Us - 2 comments - posted on Feb 27th, 2012Sometimes you have to just laugh…or you will cry. Continue reading
Cocktails and Conundrums….
Cocktail Deeva in Just Between Us - 8 comments - posted on Feb 26th, 2012
Fan Friday Contest #2: WIN an Instant & Reusable Cold Pack!
PTPA in Enter to Win!, Just Between Us - 56 comments - posted on Feb 24th, 2012Welcome to Fan Friday here at PTPA! Here is today’s 2nd amazing contest! (open to both US and Canadian residents): Contest #2: Whether you or your children are in to Winter sports, or are prone to slips and falls at this time of year, it’s always smart to take along an emergency kit wherever you go. What you’ll love about these Instant & Reusable Cold Packs from Health Enterprises is right in the name. They’re instantly cold on their first use! Simply squeeze to activate. No refrigeration needed. After the first use, just refrigerate or freeze to reuse for fast … Continue reading