No Time for a Visit to the Doctor? Download Doctor on Demand

Posted on February 11, 2015 by Krissyar

This is a sponsored post with Mums the Word Network and Doctor on Demand. All opinions are my own.

It seems like especially during this time of year I am constantly running one of the kids to the Doctor for one reason or another. In fact, I’m pretty sure they recognize my number as soon as it pulls up on caller I.D. So between visits when I get sick I have a tendency to skip the doctor, or put it off until the last possible moment. I’m already taking days off, or hours off of work to make these appointments, not to mention the cost of the co-pays. But there is an alternative to spending hours in the germ infested Doctor’s office – Doctors on Demand.

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Doctor On Demand is a healthcare service that provides Video Visits with board certified physicians, psychologists, and lactation consultants via smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers. You can download the iPhone app here , the Android app here or just visit via your desktop computer.
You simply download or visit the site, provide a list of your symptoms, and you are instantly connected to a provider licensed in their state for a video visit.
I decided to give Doctor on Demand a try recently when I couldn’t seem to shake the cold, or fatigue I was feeling for the past several weeks. I logged on one afternoon while I was at work on my break. I was connected to a Doctor almost immediately after entering my symptoms and concerns.

Doctors_On_DemandAfter a bit of a conversation, he informed me that it was just a cold I couldn’t shake it most likely because I wasn’t getting enough sleep or vitamin C! So he prescribed a few good nights sleep, recommended some vitamin C chews, and told me to to e-mail him or call back if I didn’t get  better within a few days.
I am so glad that I didn’t take time off work to spend hours in the doctors office, and I was able to get my diagnosis in just minutes without leaving my desk!

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Don’t take my word for it – You can try Doctor On Demand for yourself, for free. Doctor On Demand is launching a promotion where they are offering everyone’s first video visit for FREE. The Doctor on Demand is free to register (the app is free to download). You can enter the code at registration and store it in your account and use it at a later date! Get your free session with code WORK15

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Join the Mattel Moms and Earn Amazon Gift Cards!

Posted on February 11, 2015 by Krissyar

This is a sponsored post. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.

Have you ever been part of a panel or brand community? I’ve been in a few and I can tell you I love voicing my opinion on the ideas that they run across the group, and I love it even more that I get a ‘sneak peek’ on what’s to come. Not only do I get to be an important part of their marketing for tomorrow, but I earn some awesome gift  cards in the process -which can really add up for only minutes of my time per week.

Are you currently expecting? Join other expecting Moms in a private online community to discuss the joys and challenges of motherhood, as well as advise Mattel about their toys and games.

Mattel is relying on these Moms to help them gain a greater understanding of the lifestyle and needs of their consumers as it relates back to the world of play, and is opening up this invitation to you.

In addition to the opportunity to impact the brand, members will receive a $5 Amazon gift code for joining and an additional $10 Amazon gift code each month for participating.

See if you qualify here

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Creative Ways to Increase Your Child’s Safety

Posted on February 11, 2015 by Krissyar

Whenever the weather is nice, my kids love being outside. This is especially true after enduring a hard winter and hours upon hours of being cooped up indoors. They know not to stray out-of-sight and only play in our yard, but kids will be kids and sometimes they may act before they think.

I try to incorporate ways to remind my kids to be safe while playing outdoors. Of course, I repeatedly tell them this, but I find that they learn more when I make it fun for them in other ways that aren’t just verbal. If you want to let those in your neighborhood know that young ones are at play, try a few of the following ideas.

Slather on the sunscreen. Even when it’s cloudy out, kids are susceptible to sunburns. Protect your child’s delicate skin by applying sunscreen to their faces, ears, and any other exposed areas before they go outside to play for fun in the sun. If it’s especially warm out and you want extra protection, buy a visor or hat, which they can decorate with puff paint to wear outdoors.

Make them wear helmets. If your kids like to ride their bicycles up and down the sidewalk or driveway, make sure they have a helmet that fits them properly. It’s important to instill good safety habits at an early age, so they keep them in mind when they play with others. Let them decorate their helmets however they want by purchasing inexpensive stickers to personalize them.

Designate a play zone. Make a sign for people driving through your neighborhood that kids are at play. Get creative by using a frames that show a visual of your block and areas where people should be extra cautious and slow down due to “kids at play.” Teach your kids the basics about looking both ways before crossing the street and have them check-in at different points throughout the day.

Teach them a song. When it comes to having your children memorize your address and phone number, teach it to them in a song, a way it will be easier for them to learn. Let them know not to share the information with strangers, but educate them about the public figures that can help them if they’re in danger.

When it comes to your children’s protection, you can never be too safe. This involves playing outdoors, spending time online, and everything in-between. Implementing safety in a creative way allows your message to resonate better with your kids.

Allow your children to be part of the process as much as possible, so safety seems like an activity rather than a rule. Switch things up to make sure that safety adapts to their routines as they grow older. As parents, we wish we could protect our children from everything, but it’s equally important to make them independent enough to make good decisions on their own. The more they learn, the safer you can keep the environments that surround them.

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Budget Friendly Vacation Fun at Lake Placid

Posted on February 9, 2015 by Krissyar

Let’s be honest here. In today’s economy the idea of a vacation for most is more of a dream than a reality. Flying to the islands, skiing in the Alps, those dreams can be wayy out of budget for the majority of us. That’s why I’ve tried to post budget-friendly family-friendly vacations that even those on the tightest vacation budget can afford. So when I find a location with lots of cool, free local events I get pretty excited and of course want to share all the great places with you.

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The great thing about vacationing at Lake Placid is there are always a ton of free and budget-friendly events and fun stuff for you to do nearly every.single.day. Not only do you have all you super fun stuff like fishing, tubing, ice skating, and hiking, but they have an epitome of festivals and fun like no one else!

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The Blues & Heritage Festival at Lake Placid enjoys a history rich with music of all genres. June 2015 will mark the 2nd Annual Lake Placid Blues and Heritage Festival of this new and exciting music fest. The festival will celebrate exceptional music and the rich heritage of the Lake Placid area and include local and regional bands.

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The I Love BBQ Festival is an annual event that attracts the best BBQ competitors in the country and continues to grow in popularity year after year. The tasty event days are filled with sampling opportunities, food and beverage concessions, children’s activities, live entertainment, and more.

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Starting in March is Maple Season where the New York State Maple Producers Associations present Maple Weekends. You can spend a fun day with family and friends, sampling maple products across the state. The maple producers host open houses where the public can visit and see how maple syrup and maple products are made. This years Maple Weekend will be celebrated at the end of March with fun events to celebrate. Be sure to check out their website for more info on this fun event!

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The Lake Placid Annual Horse Show brings nearly 1,000 horses to Lake Placid for three weeks at the end of June each year. A city of tents is set up in anticipation, and the brightly striped tents house millions of dollars worth of horses and their owners at the show each  year. You can take a  behind the scenes tour of the show grounds, getting an inside look at the stalls, and tack rooms. This show has  some of the top international jumpers, which you will sometimes see competing in the Olympics sometime in the future (or even the same year!)

There are a TON of great events and things to do in Lake Placid; don’t let a tight budget guide you elsewhere!
In fact you can enter to win a trip for 2 which includes: a two night stay at the Lake House, dinner for two at The Cottage, a dog sled ride for two from Thunder Mountain Sled Rides, a Day Pass for Two at the Olympic Sports Complex Cross Country Center and an Olympic Passport for two! Contest ends April 30th so get your entry in today!

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CROCK POT CHICKEN CAESAR WRAPS

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Krissyar

Ingredients:

  1. 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  2. 1/2 cup water
  3. 1 cup Caesar dressing
  4. 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (Optional)
  5. 3 cups chopped green leaf OR romaine lettuce
  6. 6 large flour tortillas

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Directions

  1. Start by spraying the inside of crock pot with cooking spray. Pour the 1/2 cup water inside. Place the chicken breasts in the water, and cover crock pot with lid.
  2. Cook on Low heat 4 – 5 hours. OR on High heat for 2 1/2 hours.
  3. Remove chicken from crock pot and shred chicken. Pour water out of the crock pot.
  4. Place shredded chicken back in the crock pot. Pour the Caesar dressing over the chicken. Stir to combine. Cover with lid, and cook for 30 minutes on low, or until thoroughly heated.

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  5. Top each tortilla with 1/2 cup of lettuce, a little Parmesan cheese, and 1/2 cup of Caesar chicken. Wrap up tightly and serve!
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