Money Monday: Work at home info for baby boomers

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My mom has been retired a little over a year now and she's starting to think about getting back into the workforce.  The only thing is that she's a little intimidated by all the "young kids" out there and her lack of marketable … [Read more...]

New lip balm promises weight loss and energy…seriously

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When I first read the press release for this product, I couldn't believe it was serious. A new lip balm claims that it can help you lose weight and have more energy, and that since it is applied to the lips, is more effective than … [Read more...]

George Foreman to sell household cleaning products on tv

George Foreman cleaning products

Look for new infomercials that will feature George Foreman's earth-friendly line of household cleaning products called "Keep It Green and Clean." The former heavyweight boxer and "king of the grill," George Foreman, has just signed … [Read more...]

AAA offers back to school shopping discounts

Parents who are members of the Automobile Association of America (AAA) can take advantage of numerous discounts at select retailers while shopping for back to school items. The program is called "Show Your Card and Save" and it is the … [Read more...]

True Jackson show inspires new apparel line

Tween fans of the Nickelodeon series True Jackson, VP can now own new clothing and accessories that are inspired by the hit show. Nickelodeon along with Viacom Consumer Products are launching "Mad Style by True Jackson," a trendy … [Read more...]

Cottonelle introduces new line of sensitive skin products

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Nearly all parents have children with sensitive skin. The makers of Cottonelle paper products are now addressing consumer concerns about dry, sensitive skin by launching new and improved "Cottonelle Aloe & E toilet paper" and new … [Read more...]

Nestle Tollhouse is back with a “new batch”

Look for the "New Batch" seal in the upper right corner of the package.

After the voluntary recall of refrigerated cookie dough products by Nestle Tollhouse a couple of months ago, the company has relaunced with a new label.  It's called "New Batch" and will begin showing up in grocery stores this week. … [Read more...]

Krispy Kreme unveils football shaped donut

Football donut... isn't it cute?

This has to be one of the cutest and most creative things I've seen in donuts in a long time. I really, really like donuts. You may have read my disappointing experience with Holey Donuts and how I think they ARE NOT as great as the … [Read more...]

Reader’s Digest files for bankruptcy

I'm sure we all can remember growing up and seeing issues of Reader's Digest at school, in the doctor's office, and even in our grandmother's bathrooms. So how sad is it to think that one of the oldest, most popular, family-friendly … [Read more...]

Why I love Wii Fit

Mommy Reporter on Wii FIt

  I just purchased Wii Fit a week ago and so far, I've worked out (or played) for seven days straight.  I have never been so motivated to get moving since I've had my baby 15 months ago. The second night after I bought it, I … [Read more...]