Our Knight Life https://ourknightlife.com Las Vegas Mom Blogger | Family, Fitness, Product Reviews Thu, 07 Feb 2019 10:39:39 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.6.1 https://ourknightlife.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Favicon.png Our Knight Life https://ourknightlife.com 32 32 Don’t Call It A Comeback https://ourknightlife.com/2019/02/dont-call-it-a-comeback.html https://ourknightlife.com/2019/02/dont-call-it-a-comeback.html#comments Thu, 07 Feb 2019 10:39:39 +0000 http://ourknightlife.com/?p=20951 Hey all. Guess who’s back? (Back Again)

(Sorry, I couldn’t help myself)

Yep! That would be me. A 37-year-old woman who thought for sure by now I’d have my shit together, but if anything, I feel less accomplished now than I did 10 years ago before I had my children.

Ack! Don’t get me wrong. My greatest accomplishments will always be my beautiful boys. I always dreamed of being a mom. I wouldn’t take it for granted for all the money in the world. In so very many ways, they are the only source of constant joy in my life.

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(The boys at the VGKvsNSH game. While the Knights lost, my Knights had the time of their lives – mostly…)

What I mean is I had no idea that I’d want more while at the same time have NO IDEA what that means or how to achieve it. Just an internal discomfort that tells me something is missing.

I started this blog 9 years ago in an effort to keep my long-distance family and deployed husband informed on what our lives were like. I never dreamed it would turn into a source of income for my family. The problem is the more my blog grew, the less genuine I began to feel. Suddenly what brought me immense joy was just another deadline stacking up in my incredibly messy life.

So I ghosted you.

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(Squirrel moment… if you haven’t watched YOU on Netflix yet… do it!! Penn Badgley is SOOO creepy in it. To the point where I fear he’s forever going to be typecast as the go-to creeper dude.)

I was afraid to share how terrible I was feeling internally. I didn’t know how to write my story, my life without it sounding too real, too fake, too braggart, to whiny. I was so worried what everyone else would be thinking that it consumed me and took the joy away from writing.

Now, don’t get it wrong – that is really just skimming the surface on what was going on behind the blog, behind the mask I put on for everyone around me, and behind the weight of hiding my sadness from anyone who would look too closely.

My anxiety was a key player in all of this, even before I knew what I was feeling was anxiety. Oh, and since I have now mentioned both in this post – My name is Emily and I have anxiety and depression.

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(PS If you have been hiding these illnesses from others – saying it aloud to yourself can lift a huge weight.)*

 

Which brings me to the title of this post. Don’t call it a comeback… I don’t know that it is yet. However, my desire to write is burning a little whole inside me. In fact, my phone is full of notes on article ideas and blog posts.

Let’s just hope my comeback doesn’t go the way of “Insert any cliché 90s celebrity here”.

 

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*Real Life Disclosure

I am not a doctor, specialist, mentalist, or anything other than a woman, mom, wife, sister, and friend living with mental illness. It’s okay to not be okay. It’s also okay to ask for help. If you or anyone you know needs help please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 – this is available 24 hours a day. You can also go to their website and chat online any time of day. https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/


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The Little Prince at The Smith Center Las Vegas – Ticket Giveaway https://ourknightlife.com/2017/01/little-prince-smith-center-las-vegas-ticket-giveaway.html https://ourknightlife.com/2017/01/little-prince-smith-center-las-vegas-ticket-giveaway.html#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2017 14:54:06 +0000 http://www.familylifeinlv.com/?p=20925 One of my favorite children’s books The Little Prince is coming to The Smith Center here in Las Vegas! I love being able to introduce my boys to the theater, and I love that the Smith Center has shows for all ages so I am able to do that. Growing up in Chicago some of my most fond memories were of going downtown to see a Broadway performance with my family. Thanks to The Smith Center I am able to provide those memories with my sons as well!

The Little Prince is an enchanting theatrical production for all ages. In this unique take on the classic tale, audience members young and old are invited to experience the wonderment of childhood as The Little Prince transports them to exotic worlds and introduces them to whimsical characters. Meet a bombastic king, a talking rose and a cheerful fox who is eager to be domesticated. Through the eyes of The Little Prince, audience members gain unique insights into love, loss and laughter.

This live show based on the classic book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Swazzle’s magical production utilizes handcrafted puppets, live actors, original music and innovative projection techniques to bring this heartwarming story to life. A renowned puppet production company, Swazzle has constructed elaborate custom puppets for film, TV and stage, including the “Pee Wee Herman Show on Broadway.” Its signature theater productions have been presented at venues across the U.S.

The Little Price is a one night only engagement on March 1st with tickets starting at just $14.95!

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Learn more about The Little Prince, view an extensive list of additional upcoming shows and headliners, and to purchase tickets, please visit The Smith Center website!

WIN TICKETS
The Smith Center is generously giving one lucky Our Knight Life reader a pair of tickets to see The Little Prince on March 1st at 6:30pm. The Giveaway will end on 2/10. Winner will be notified via email.

To Enter:
Comment below letting me know why you want to go see The Little Prince.

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3 Simple Ways To Add Color To Your Diet @SUBWAY @OfficialSubway https://ourknightlife.com/2017/01/3-simple-ways-to-add-color-to-your-diet.html https://ourknightlife.com/2017/01/3-simple-ways-to-add-color-to-your-diet.html#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2017 08:21:15 +0000 http://www.familylifeinlv.com/?p=20917
This post is sponsored by FitFluential on behalf of SUBWAY. All opinions are my own.

It’s the start of a new year, and like many people I have continued my commitment to eating healthy. The thing is, when you are working full time, raising kids, and running a household it isn’t always easy to stick to your guns and eat good for you foods. It might seem easier to give into temptation and eat whatever is fast and quick, but with a little planning, you can stick to your resolutions.

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The America Heart Association estimates that people under the age of 50 consume less than 1/2 the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables. They also estimate “that if Americans ate the recommended amounts of fruits and vegetables every day, approximately 39,900 deaths would be prevented from cardiovascular diseases, stroke and diabetes and $7.6 billion in medical costs could be saved annually.” (source) I don’t know about you, but that seems like a mighty good reason to add another cup of vegetable to my diet.

3 ways to add color to your diet

SUBWAY and the American Heart Association have teamed up to create the +color initiative which focuses on the positive impact adding color via fruits and vegetables has on your diet. Despite what we trick ourselves into thinking, adding more color to your diet even when you are busy is easier than you know!

  1. Keep Fresh Fruits and Veggies on Hand. I love making sure I have berries (both frozen and fresh) in my fridge at all times. This makes it really simple to make colorful breakfasts like my favorite rainbow acai bowl or these delicious zucchini breakfast muffins. Having fresh cut peppers, celery, and carrots makes it easy to have a quick snack, or a fast dinner by making a vegetable stir-fry.
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  2. Eat More Salad! Salads are anything but boring these days! There are so many ideas and recipes out there it makes eating more vegetables really enjoyable! I love making a big batch of salad for 3 days worth of lunches. My current favorite is chopped broccoli with cabbage, tomatoes, olives, cheese, and garbanzo beans. I leave the tomatoes and salad dressing off of it until I am ready to eat it. Another favorite in my household is the BLT salad. Which is pretty much a BLT in a bowl! Both my boys love helping in the kitchen and picking out what goes on our lunchtime salads.  And when we are out and in a pinch we check out SUBWAY! The double chicken chopped salad is a huge hit and current favorite of mine.
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  3. Bulk Up Your Sandwich! There are some days that no matter what, it’s just easier to stop somewhere and grab dinner. My family loves SUBWAY, and I love that it’s super easy to create a very filling meal loaded with fresh vegetables. Just like they enjoy helping in the kitchen, my boys get a real kick out of ordering for themselves and picking out what goes on their sandwiches. Currently, their favorite add-ons include lettuce, bell peppers, pickles, cucumbers, and olives. SUBWAY has millions of handcrafted sandwich combinations to create your own custom sandwich or salad, which can offer up at least two extra servings of vegetables to your diet. Which is over 40% of the American Heart Association’s daily recommendation! With ten varieties of fresh vegetables, we have to try really hard not to walk out with a super colorful sandwich creation!

So as you work towards a healthier 2017, make sure you are incorporating one more cup of fresh vegetables and fruit into your diet. It’s a small change that can really make a big difference in your overall health!

What is your favorite way to add more color to your diet?

Make sure you stop by your local SUBWAY and make your subs colorful each time you go! Don’t be afraid to post your images across your social network to raise awareness about +color. Tag @SUBWAY / @OfficialSubway and @American_Heart and make sure to use the #addcolor hashtag!

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Disney’s Moana in Dolby Cinema at AMC Movie Review https://ourknightlife.com/2016/11/disneys-moana-dolby-cinema-amc-movie-review.html https://ourknightlife.com/2016/11/disneys-moana-dolby-cinema-amc-movie-review.html#comments Sun, 27 Nov 2016 20:02:04 +0000 http://www.familylifeinlv.com/?p=20903 This weekend I took my boys to see Disney’s Moana at the AMC Prime TownSquare in Dolby Cinema, and let me tell you IT WAS AMAZING! Just like my favorite restaurants and places I love going, seeing new movies in Dolby Cinema has become a must for me and my family. There really are few movie experiences like it.

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To start, we are always amazed by the movie display on the way into the theater. Its picture is better than 1/2 of the movie theaters I’ve been to, and it’s not even the real screen! It really sets the mood for the movie you are about to go see!

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I have to tell you, I have real love for the assigned seating and luxury recliner seats.

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They really make the movie going experience so much better for everyone. No more worrying about finding your perfect seats, or who will sit where. With a kids movie, the bigger seats are perfect for little ones who like to wiggle a lot during the show.

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My favorite thing about seeing new movies in Dolby Cinema is the amazing quality of the picture and sound. The picture is extremely crisp bring the movie characters to life, and the surround sound is a neat added bonus! I really feel spoiled when we go to the movies here, anything else just doesn’t live up to the Dolby Cinema experience anymore!

Movie Review

So what did we think of the movie? We all LOVED it! This coming of age story was so well written and magical, it was hard not to fall in love with each character in the movie.

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My boys both decided their favorites were the Kakamoras who are a coconut-covered gang of silly pirates. They were super cute, and while they were one of the “bad guys” it was hard not to love them! My youngest also adored Pua the pig who acted more like a dog.

PUA is Moana’s loyal pet pig with puppy energy and an innocent puppy brain. ©2016 Disney. All Rights Reserved.
PUA is Moana’s loyal pet pig with puppy energy and an innocent puppy brain. ©2016 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

My favorite character was a toss up between Moana and her Gramma Tala.

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MOANA – (Pictured) Grandma Tala and Moana. ©2016 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

I loved the relationship they had in the movie, generations of strong women empowering the future generations to be confident and chase their dreams. Gramma Tala’s spiritual form was truly magical. Moana’s journey to become the leader of her people was a wonderful and empowering tale. I loved how she was so relatable.

Of course, Dwayne Johnson was a true delight too as his Demi-God character searches to find the balance between humility and hero.

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MOANA – (Pictured) Maui. ©2016 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

There was a small amount of intense scenes in the movie involving a death and a lava monster. However, both areas were handled beautifully so as not to be too sad or too scary for the younger viewers. My three-year-old did great and had no issues whatsoever with this movie. I highly recommend it as a must-see for the whole family!

Find your local Dolby Cinema AMC Prime experience here, and enjoy Disney’s Moana the way it was meant to be watched!

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From the minute my family and I saw the trailer to Disney’s Moana I knew it was going to be an opening weekend family date! When it came to deciding where to watch this movie and its brilliant animation I knew the answer was in Dolby Cinema the AMC Prime here in Las Vegas. How could it not be after our amazing viewing experiences watching The Jungle Book, Finding Dory, and Dr. Strange!

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I have now watched several movies in Dolby Cinema at our local AMC Prime movie theater I knew there was no better way to  experience the colors, music, and story of Disney’s Moana! This theater was designed to give movie-goers the best viewing experience possible. The plush recliner seating, amazing visual Dolby technology, and enhanced sound makes it our favorite way to catch a movie we have all been waiting to see. True with Disney movies we are pretty much guaranteed to love the movie, but Dolby Cinema makes the best movies even better.

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Moana will be playing in Dolby Cinema nationwide starting November 23rd! Check out this full list to see if there is a showing near you! My boys and I are super excited to see it in Las Vegas at the AMC TownSquare 18 this weekend.

And since it’s Thanksgiving weekend, we might just top our day off with a little shopping and a visit with the guy in the big red suit!

Disney’s Moana Opens NationWide November 23rd!!


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Doctor Strange in Dolby Cinema at AMC Movie Review https://ourknightlife.com/2016/11/doctor-strange-dolby-cinema-movie-review.html https://ourknightlife.com/2016/11/doctor-strange-dolby-cinema-movie-review.html#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2016 04:23:54 +0000 http://www.familylifeinlv.com/?p=20874 Marvel's Doctor Strange in Dolby Cinema Movie Review

This weekend I took my 7.5 year old to his first Marvel movie in the theater. We were lucky to see Doctor Strange in Dobly Cinema at the Town Square 18 AMC here in Las Vegas at it was so amazing. Walking into the theater we were greeted by a brilliant preview of the movie in the entry to the theater. My son said “WOW”! I think he summed that up really well!

Marvel's Doctor Strange in Dolby Cinema Movie Review

Marvel's Doctor Strange in Dolby Cinema Movie Review

We were running a little bit behind and so I wanted us to get to our seats quickly so that I could run back out for some snacks. The hallways are nice and wide and the aisles and seat numbers are really well marked. We quickly found our luxury recliner seats and my son got comfortable really quickly. I love that we were able to put the arm rest between our two seats up and snuggle under a blanket together the whole movie. I love the bigger seats even if you aren’t reclining or snuggling with the person next to you because it gives you the right amount of room to shift through the movie without disturbing the people around you as well.

The Movie Review

Marvel's Doctor Strange in Dolby Cinema Movie Review

Even those who aren’t fully up to date on the Marvel Comics world have likely heard of Doctor Stephen Strange, but it is true that he likely didn’t have the cultural appeal of say a Hulk or a Captain America so an average fan might not know his full back story. Marvel did a wonderful job explaining Stephen Strange’s origin story, and new fans will discover how a once prominent neurosurgeon turned into a sorcerer.

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For an origin story, I thought that The film is well paced throughout and even paves the way for Doctor Strange to become a key figure in future Marvel Studio movies. While I was told by my sister in law that this connection varies from the comics, we both understood that it was the easiest way to make it work for the movie.

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This film is visually stunning! Marvel was able to create a power that transcends time, space, and even dimension and share it in a completely thrilling and actually beautiful way. My sister in law pointed out to me, and I think she really nailed it on the head – the effects used to represent this is something similar to taking Inception and mixing in a bit of The Sorcerer’s Apprentice. What is even more amazing is that the audience will not only enjoy the effects, but it really was done in a way that allowed them to believe in the powers shown on the screen and see how these alternate realities just might exist. Seeing it in Dolby Cinema only enhanced the visual believability of the movie.

 Is Doctor Strange okay for Kids?

Doctor Strange plays on much the same level as the other Marvel films. If you have had no issue letting your child see any of the other Marvel films, then you should not have an issue with this movie, but I also agree with the PG 13 rating. The storyline is specific to adult issues, which a younger viewer may become bored with, but the effects are definitely enough to keep them entertained. There is a very intense, but well-shot beheading in the first few minutes of the movie, so if you are taking young children it that will be the worst of anything they will see. (Not a spoiler I can assure you). As an audience, we watch the moments right up until the actual beheading, but the camera diverts away to see it show as a shadow instead of it actually it taking place directly on seen.

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We both loved this movie. The cinematic effects, the story line, and the humor typical of a Marvel movie really me over. Being honest, I wasn’t sure what to expect with Doctor Strange, but by now I think I just have to trust that Marvel Studios know what they are doing. I’m so glad I got to enjoy a mommy-son date night to the movies in Dolby Cinema. I can’t wait to watch many more movies in this stunning AMC theater. Find a Dolby Cinema at AMC theater near you!

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We were provided compensation and tickets to this event in exchange for our honest review of the theater and movie. 

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Mom Hour At Costco 2016! https://ourknightlife.com/2016/11/mom-hour-at-costco.html https://ourknightlife.com/2016/11/mom-hour-at-costco.html#comments Tue, 01 Nov 2016 17:15:47 +0000 http://www.familylifeinlv.com/?p=20850

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Costco. The opinions and text are all mine.

Did you know that Costco hosts a Mom Hour? As a mom of two I love shopping at Costco to help stock up on everything we need, and some things I didn’t know I needed but turn out to find their way into our cart. Buying in bulk is a great way to save for our family, and keep from having to run to the store all the time for things we use everyday! Did you know that they are hosting a “Mom Hour” just for us Moms… (Well, actually anyone is welcome at this event – Moms, Dads, Moms to be, Grandparents, Siblings/Kids, etc!)

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The Costco Mom Hour 2016 will take place on Friday, November 4, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. Come to enjoy breakfast, swag, samples, and giveaways. (Yes! Giveaways!!)  

Now you might be thinking…  isn’t 9:00 a.m. is earlier than Costco usually opens? Well you’d be right? This event is just for local moms – head to Costco Friday morning and beat the crowds and shop at this exclusive event! Just don’t forget to CLICK HERE to see if your city is participating in this event!

Premier Protein

One of the things I love to buy is the  Premier Protein is available at Costco.  Their shakes come in chocolate or vanilla and are perfect for busy moms like me and you!  Confession – I used to skip meals all the time. I’d forget and then remember when it wasn’t something I could remedy. I’d end up Hangry and waiting until my next meal. This doesnt’ work. It’s so important to fuel our body, but sometimes it’s challenging to find time to do so.  Keeping Premier Protein hormone free skakes in my fridge for a grab-and-go protein packed is the perfect solution. Here are some of the reasons why I love it!

Premier Protein Costco Moms Hour 2016

  • 30 grams of protein, including all of the essential amino acids.
  • 24 vitamins and minerals.
  • An excellent source of calcium.
  • Just 160 calories.
  • Low in fat and only one gram of sugar.

That’s a lot to love right? If you have extra time in the morning or at lunch and want to “shake things up” a bit more, check out this delicious Berry Chocolate Shake! It’s SO good, and so easy to make!

Chocolate Berry Shake

Chocolate Berry Smoothie from Premiere Protein

INGREDIENTS: 
1 Chocolate Premier Protein Shake
¼ cup of raspberries
¼ cup of blueberries
½ cup of granola
1 cup of ice cubes
DIRECTIONS:
Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high until smooth.

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Win a Family 4-Pack of Tickets to See Doctor Strange in Dolby Cinemas at AMC https://ourknightlife.com/2016/10/doctor-strange-dolby-cinemas-amc-town-square-las-vegas.html https://ourknightlife.com/2016/10/doctor-strange-dolby-cinemas-amc-town-square-las-vegas.html#comments Mon, 31 Oct 2016 20:44:37 +0000 http://www.familylifeinlv.com/?p=20852  

Dolby Cinemas at AMC - Marvel's Dr. Strange

Marvel’s Doctor Strange is coming to theaters on November 4th, and I am so excited to take my oldest son to see it in Dolby Cinemas at AMC! We are a huge Marvel loving family and have seen all the movies so far. This will be his first Marvel movie that he gets to see in the theater and I’m glad he’s getting to see it in an environment designed for the best movie experience possible!

Seeing Doctor Strange in Dolby Cinema at AMC is a unique experience that combines the most powerful image and sound technologies with spacious, reserved recliners.

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We will get to see all the spectacular imaging and vibrant colors. Hear sound that moves all around us. And feel true comfort in recliners that pulsate with the action.

Check this complete listing of you know where else you see Marvel’s Doctor Strange all participating Dolby Cinema at AMC locations!

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GIVEAWAY

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I’m giving away TWO Family Four Packs to join me at the Dolby Cinema at AMC TownSquare 18 on Saturday, November 5th! If you are in the area and can be at the TownSquare 18 AMC for the first/second showing that morning, (time tbd) be sure to enter!

To ENTER:

  1. Leave a comment below with why you or your family is excited to see Doctor Strange
  2. For an additional entry tweet the below message and come back commenting with the URL to your social share!

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Winner must respond within 24 hours or a new winner will be selected. Giveaway ends 11/3 at 11:59pm PST.

Join Strange on his dangerous, mystifying and totally mind-bending journey when Marvel Studios’ “Doctor Strange” opens in U.S. theaters on November 4, 2016.

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Car Seat Safety Frequently Asked Questions + Chicco KeyFit30 Infant Car Seat GIVEAWAY! https://ourknightlife.com/2016/10/car-seat-safety-frequently-asked-questions.html https://ourknightlife.com/2016/10/car-seat-safety-frequently-asked-questions.html#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2016 08:04:21 +0000 http://www.familylifeinlv.com/?p=20840 <a class="rcptr" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/1646ab38203/" rel="nofollow" data-raflid="1646ab38203" data-theme="classic" data-template="" id="rcwidget_17f96pb7">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a> <script src="https://widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script>

Have you ever asked yourself if you are truly using your car seat properly? I know I have, and as a blogger I get a lot of car seat questions from my readers. That is why I have teamed with Chicco to bring you some Frequently Asked Questions and answers to those questions! Most of these are questions I get as a blogger who writes about baby/kid gear and products on a regular basis. But before I launch into those, I wanted to share a bit about why car seat safety became a passion of mine.After the birth of my first child like many first time parents, I was a bit overwhelmed when it came to all the information/advice that people were sharing with me.  I was worried all the time that I would do something horribly wrong. Thankfully, I didn’t and my sweet boy is now 7 years old and still teaching me new things every day, but that isn’t to say I didn’t make my fair share of mistakes!

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After the birth of my first child like many first time parents, I was a bit overwhelmed when it came to all the information/advice that people were sharing with me.  I was worried all the time that I would do something horribly wrong. Thankfully, I didn’t and my sweet boy is now 7 years old and still teaching me new things every day, but that isn’t to say I didn’t make my fair share of mistakes!

Some of the mistakes I regretted the most were ones that came to Car Seat Safety. They were innocent mistakes, once I learned to do better, we did, and it wasn’t until after I shared my stories of what I did wrong when it came to car seat safety that I learned I wasn’t alone in making those mistakes.

Over  the past 7 years, I have really dedicated myself to learning and understanding as much about car seat safety as I can. In fact, I am actually considering becoming a Car Seat & Passenger Safety Technician.  As I mentioned previously, I often get asked about car seats. In fact (and I can’t make this up) my friend actually just texted me to see which car seat she should get next for her 7-year-old who has outgrown his current seat!!

Chicco kindly answered several of the most commonly asked Car Seat Safety questions I’ve gotten or heard from friends and family. Check them out below, and then enter to win a Chicco KeyFit 30 Infant Car Seat!

Car Seat Safety Q&A

Frequently asked Car Seat Questions + Chicco KeyFit 30 Infant Car Seat Giveaway

  1. When can I use my child’s convertible car seat in a forward-facing mode?
    1. Keep your child rear-facing in their car seat until at least 2 years old. Are your kid’s feet touching the seat back? Do they look a little cramped? That’s okay. Kids are a lot more flexible than adults. Kids need to stay rear-facing for as long as possible to protect their head and neck in the event of a crash. Kids do not need to be turned forward-facing until they reach the maximum height or weight of the car seat. Kids are fragile, and they are best-protected rear-facing, even if that means they have a little less leg room.
  1. How do I know if a car seat will fit my vehicle?
    1. Before purchasing a car seat, test it! Most retailers will let you test a car seat in your vehicle before purchasing. You can also look for car seats with features that make installation simple, like bubble level indicators and multiple recline angles.
  1. Where is the safest place to install a car seat in my vehicle?
    1. In most instances, the middle rear seat is the safest place for your car seat. However, there are multiple factors to consider; the most important being a seat location that allows you to install your car seat easily and correctly every time.
  1. Does my car seat need to be replaced if it’s been involved in a car accident?
    1. Yes, you must replace your car seat if it has been involved in a vehicle crash, even if you can’t see visible damage. A damaged car seat may not protect your child in a future accident.
  1. Can children wear coats and blankets under the snaps or over?
    1. Don’t buckle your child into a car seat with bulky clothing, blankets or add-on products like a car seat bunting. The added padding can interfere with the harness fit and crash performance of the seat. A good trick is to buckle your child in without his or her jacket and then put it back on backward over the harness.
  1. Can you put the car seat in a shopping cart?
    1. While it seems convenient, infant car seats are not designed to be secured to the top of shopping carts. Because the car seat is not properly attached, one bump could cause your infant car seat along with baby to topple off the top of the cart, or the weight from the car seat could cause the cart to tip over. We recommend you put the car seat in the basket of the cart or use a carrier when shopping.
  1. How do I know if the straps are too loose or too tight?
    1. To check the harness straps on your child’s car seat for tightness, you should pinch the harness material at the top of the shoulders. The harness should be tight and secure without digging into your child. Tip: You may need to move the shoulder pads out of the way so you can get an accurate check.

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Whether it’s “Take a deep breath, and count to four” or “You gotta try new things because they might taste good“, Daniel Tiger and his friends have been helping my boys how to manage social situations that can sometimes be tough and frustrating for toddlers.  Sharing, trying new things, and dealing with anger/frustration are all topics that Daniel Tiger has helped my children understand better.

Based on Mister Rodger’s PBS KIDS created Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood. The series is loved by kids aged 2-5 (and parents) all across the country – my children included!

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Preschooler Daniel Tiger and his friends learn how to navigate social and emotions skills necessary for school and life through creative, imagination and music, and thanks to the wide success of this educational TV series, Daniel Tiger and all his friends are hoping aboard Trolley to come to the Smith Center in Las Vegas on October 26th, at 6:30pm.

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DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD LIVE is an interactive musical adventure as Daniel and his friends take the audience to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe, sharing themes of friendship, helping others, and celebrating new experiences. This live theatrical production is filled with singing, dancing, laughter, and “grr-ific” surprises that you and your family are sure to love! – http://www.thesmithcenter.com/

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