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  • NoFizz Charlotte

    Mission
    The mission of the NoFizz Charlotte is “to promote the importance of healthy hydration, proper nutrition, and the need for daily physical activity throughout the Carolinas.”

    Why You Should Support Them
    I am sure that most parents will agree that it can be a challenge getting children to eat healthy and maintain proper hydration.  And with schools allowing vending machines stocked full of greasy chips and sugary drinks, it gets even harder to make sure they having a balanced meal.  In addition, unless your child is playing sports physical activity seems like a thing of the past.

    Well, NoFizz Charlotte is trying to change that.  They challenge both students and their families to say no to those sugary drinks and yes to water.  They also teach students and parents about the role healthy eating habits and having an active lifestyle plays in having a healthier body.  There are many of people out there who consume so many sodas and not so good drinks that it starts to damage their kidneys, liver and other organs.  Our bodies are made to only tolerate so much sugar and poor nutrition before it starts to shut down  and in some cases causes obesity.   

    NoFizz Charlotte goes to schools, organizations and community centers throughout the Carolinas hosting educational outreach seminars and more to inform families of the dangers of improper nutrition and hydration choices.
    .  For information on the NoFizz Charlotte click here.


    NoFizz Charlotte is a registered 501(c)(3).


    How You Can Help
    You can help NoFizz Charlotte continue to spread their message by making a financial donation. The money collected goes towards funding their outreach programs, community events and more.  You can also take their 30 day challenge and help spread the word about how avoiding soda and choosing water has made your healthier.

     For a complete list of ways you can become involved with this organization click here.

    Want More 411

    Or Write:
    NoFizz Charlotte
    PO Box 1299
    Davidson, NC 28036

    Or Call:
    (704) 787-3019





    *Don’t forget to donate $1 to help raise funds for one of the highlighted charities and be entered to win one of our amazing prizes.  The more you donate, the more chances you have to win!*

  • NoFizz Charlotte

    Mission
    The mission of the NoFizz Charlotte is “to promote the importance of healthy hydration, proper nutrition, and the need for daily physical activity throughout the Carolinas.”

    Why You Should Support Them
    I am sure that most parents will agree that it can be a challenge getting children to eat healthy and maintain proper hydration.  And with schools allowing vending machines stocked full of greasy chips and sugary drinks, it gets even harder to make sure they having a balanced meal.  In addition, unless your child is playing sports physical activity seems like a thing of the past.

    Well, NoFizz Charlotte is trying to change that.  They challenge both students and their families to say no to those sugary drinks and yes to water.  They also teach students and parents about the role healthy eating habits and having an active lifestyle plays in having a healthier body.  There are many of people out there who consume so many sodas and not so good drinks that it starts to damage their kidneys, liver and other organs.  Our bodies are made to only tolerate so much sugar and poor nutrition before it starts to shut down  and in some cases causes obesity.   

    NoFizz Charlotte goes to schools, organizations and community centers throughout the Carolinas hosting educational outreach seminars and more to inform families of the dangers of improper nutrition and hydration choices.
    .  For information on the NoFizz Charlotte click here.


    NoFizz Charlotte is a registered 501(c)(3).


    How You Can Help
    You can help NoFizz Charlotte continue to spread their message by making a financial donation. The money collected goes towards funding their outreach programs, community events and more.  You can also take their 30 day challenge and help spread the word about how avoiding soda and choosing water has made your healthier.

     For a complete list of ways you can become involved with this organization click here.

    Want More 411

    Or Write:
    NoFizz Charlotte
    PO Box 1299
    Davidson, NC 28036

    Or Call:
    (704) 787-3019





    *Don’t forget to donate $1 to help raise funds for one of the highlighted charities and be entered to win one of our amazing prizes.  The more you donate, the more chances you have to win!*

  • Building a Brand With BuildASign.com

    As I have mentioned before YUMMommy is more than just a blog.  It’s a brand that I am trying to build.  And if you know anything about brand building then you know that exposure and marketing are key.  Therefore, I was very thankful when BuildASign.com contacted me and told me that they wanted to help me take my promotion of YUMMommy beyond the internet.

    Yay!  I felt like I had won the lottery.  Advertising and marketing can be highly expensive.  And here was this wonderful company that happened to stumble across my blog offering to help.

    Of course as a mom and mogul in the making, I am always on the go.  Therefore, it made sense to custom design something that I could display on the go with me.  After all mobile advertising is a the big thing now with many brands.  When discovered that BuildASign.com offered license plates, I was sold.

    You can pick from one of their pre-made designs and customize it or you can just design your own from scratch.  You can upload your own graphics, logos, etc.  Don’t have any?  No worries.  BuildASign.com has a nice size media library that you can choose graphics from.

    Check out my yummy masterpiece that I created below.

    Isn’t it a beauty?!  I can’t wait until the license plate holder that I ordered for my car to come in so that I can mount my tag for everyone to see.  It is going to be very fab!  Can you tell that I’m excited?  And I went ahead and tricked out the license plate with the new URL.  Starting April 1st, YUMMommy will have a new domain!!

    Moving on, BuildASign.com also specializes in bumper stickers.  Bumper stickers are perfect for passing out to customers and supporters like business cards for their cars.  It’s not only another avenue of advertising but a display of brand loyalty.  I’m grateful that BuildASign.com donated a set of coordinating bumper stickers to give away to you all-my fab and supportive readers!  Seriously, how cool do they look?!

    They also gifted me with something else, but you’ll have to stay tuned to find out what it was and how lovely it turned out.  In the meanwhile, head on over to BuildASign.com and see what they can do fro your blog, website or business.  There is such a variety to choose from-yard signs, window clings, vinyl decals and more.

    Don’t forget to take advantage of their unique feature that allows you to share your designs with friends and customers for their feedback before you submit your order. Did I mention that they have very competitive prices?!!  Also, while you’re there you can use promo code MARCHING2011 at checkout for FREE shipping on all products until March 20th.

    Happy Shopping!! 

    *All opinions expressed in this post are my own.  I did receive the above mentioned products free of charge to review.*

  • Building a Brand With BuildASign.com

    As I have mentioned before YUMMommy is more than just a blog.  It’s a brand that I am trying to build.  And if you know anything about brand building then you know that exposure and marketing are key.  Therefore, I was very thankful when BuildASign.com contacted me and told me that they wanted to help me take my promotion of YUMMommy beyond the internet.

    Yay!  I felt like I had won the lottery.  Advertising and marketing can be highly expensive.  And here was this wonderful company that happened to stumble across my blog offering to help.

    Of course as a mom and mogul in the making, I am always on the go.  Therefore, it made sense to custom design something that I could display on the go with me.  After all mobile advertising is a the big thing now with many brands.  When discovered that BuildASign.com offered license plates, I was sold.

    You can pick from one of their pre-made designs and customize it or you can just design your own from scratch.  You can upload your own graphics, logos, etc.  Don’t have any?  No worries.  BuildASign.com has a nice size media library that you can choose graphics from.

    Check out my yummy masterpiece that I created below.

    Isn’t it a beauty?!  I can’t wait until the license plate holder that I ordered for my car to come in so that I can mount my tag for everyone to see.  It is going to be very fab!  Can you tell that I’m excited?  And I went ahead and tricked out the license plate with the new URL.  Starting April 1st, YUMMommy will have a new domain!!

    Moving on, BuildASign.com also specializes in bumper stickers.  Bumper stickers are perfect for passing out to customers and supporters like business cards for their cars.  It’s not only another avenue of advertising but a display of brand loyalty.  I’m grateful that BuildASign.com donated a set of coordinating bumper stickers to give away to you all-my fab and supportive readers!  Seriously, how cool do they look?!

    They also gifted me with something else, but you’ll have to stay tuned to find out what it was and how lovely it turned out.  In the meanwhile, head on over to BuildASign.com and see what they can do fro your blog, website or business.  There is such a variety to choose from-yard signs, window clings, vinyl decals and more.

    Don’t forget to take advantage of their unique feature that allows you to share your designs with friends and customers for their feedback before you submit your order. Did I mention that they have very competitive prices?!!  Also, while you’re there you can use promo code MARCHING2011 at checkout for FREE shipping on all products until March 20th.

    Happy Shopping!! 

    *All opinions expressed in this post are my own.  I did receive the above mentioned products free of charge to review.*

  • Catholic Charities USA




    Mission
    The mission of the Catholic Charities USA is “to exercise leadership in assisting its membership, particularly the diocesan Catholic Charities agencies and affiliate members, in their mission of service, advocacy and convening.”

    Why You Should Support Them
    Catholic Charities USA is not just your regular nonprofit.  In fact, they actually serve as a support system for charities affiliated or associated with the Catholic church.  They assist these charities through advocacy and promotion, training, financial support and much more.

    Catholic Charities USA was created as the National Conference of Catholic Charities in 1910 in Washington, DC at the Catholic University of America.  They’ve spent the last 100 years helping many charities throughout the United States make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate.

    .  For information on the Catholic Charities USA click here.


    Catholic Charities USA is a registered 501(c)(3).


    How You Can Help
    Are you interested in helping Catholic Charities USA continue to support local charities and nonprofits in your area?  Well, there are ways that you be of assistance such as making a financial donation, becoming a member, or participating in training or other events.  

     For a complete list of ways you can become involved with this organization click here.

    Want More 411

    Or Write:
    Catholic Charities USA
    66 Canal Center Plaza
    Suite 600
    Alexandria, VA 22314

    Or Call:
    (703) 549-1656

    Or Email:




    *Don’t forget to donate $1 to help raise funds for one of the highlighted charities and be entered to win one of our amazing prizes.  The more you donate, the more chances you have to win!*

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  • Lupus Foundation of America

    Mission
    The mission of the Lupus Foundation of America is to find “the causes of and cure for lupus and providing support, services and hope to all people affected by lupus.”

    Why You Should Support Them
    Lupus is an autoimmune disease that causes the body to produce autoantibodies which attack healthy tissue.  Thus, this results in inflammation, swelling as well as damage to joints, skin, kidneys, blood, the heart and lungs.  There are different forms of lupus and approximately 1.5 to 2 million Americans are currently suffering from this disease.  While there is no known specific cause of lupus, researchers believe that lupus is related to genetics and environment.

    Started in 1977, the Lupus Foundation of America has played an essential role in fighting lupus by providing financial support for researchers, offering support to those affected by lupus and their families as well as educating the public on this disease and its affects.

    .  For information on the Lupus Foundation of America click here.


    The Lupus Foundation of America is a registered 501(c)(3).


    How You Can Help
    Are you interested in helping find a cure for and support research of lupus?  Well, the Lupus Foundation of America has lots of ways that you can help.  Of course, one of the most important ways you can help is by spreading the word by hosting your own health fair.  Remember knowledge is power.  By giving those in your community free information on the disease and health screenings, you’ll helping them to stay ahead of the game.

    You can also join the Walk for Lupus Now event, volunteer at a local Lupus Foundation of America chapter in your town or even host your own fundraiser.  

     For a complete list of ways you can become involved with this organization click here.

    Want More 411

    Or Write:
    Lupus Foundation of America, Inc.
    2000 L Street, N.W.
    Suite 710
    Washington, DC 20036

    Or Call:
    (202) 349-1155
    (800) 558-0121




    *Don’t forget to donate $1 to help raise funds for one of the highlighted charities and be entered to win one of our amazingprizes.  The more you donate, the more chances you have to win!*

  • Oxfam International





    Mission
    The mission of Oxfam International is to fight poverty and injustice throughout the world by working “together internationally to achieve greater impact by their collective efforts.”

    Why You Should Support Them
    There are still hundreds of under developed countries in this world that are fighting extreme poverty and injustices.  Don’t agree?  Well, all you have to do is turn on the world news and you’ll hear about it.  Well, Oxfam works with these impoverished countries to fight poverty by not only introducing them to new long term programs to combat their poverty but they also provide training and working one on one with that countries government.
     
    Oxfam also comes to the rescue for impoverished countries during natural disasters and emergencies.  They provide fresh water, hygiene kits and aid in reconstruction efforts.  

    .  For information on Oxfam International click here.


    Oxfam International is a registered 501(c)(3).


    How You Can Help
    There are several ways that you can get involved with Oxfam.  They have several different locations around the world.  You can assist them by sponsoring a fundraiser, volunteering with them, or even just sharing an idea or plan that you think will have will benefit Oxfam.

     For a complete list of ways you can become involved with this organization click here.

    Want More 411

    Or Write:
    Oxfam International
    226 Causeway St, 5th Floor
    Boston, MA 02114-2206

    Or Call:
    (617) 482-1211
    (800) 776-9326

    Or Email:





    *Don’t forget to donate $1 to help raise funds for one of the highlighted charities and be entered to win one of our amazing prizes.  The more you donate, the more chances you have to win!*

  • Oxfam International





    Mission
    The mission of Oxfam International is to fight poverty and injustice throughout the world by working “together internationally to achieve greater impact by their collective efforts.”

    Why You Should Support Them
    There are still hundreds of under developed countries in this world that are fighting extreme poverty and injustices.  Don’t agree?  Well, all you have to do is turn on the world news and you’ll hear about it.  Well, Oxfam works with these impoverished countries to fight poverty by not only introducing them to new long term programs to combat their poverty but they also provide training and working one on one with that countries government.
     
    Oxfam also comes to the rescue for impoverished countries during natural disasters and emergencies.  They provide fresh water, hygiene kits and aid in reconstruction efforts.  

    .  For information on Oxfam International click here.


    Oxfam International is a registered 501(c)(3).


    How You Can Help
    There are several ways that you can get involved with Oxfam.  They have several different locations around the world.  You can assist them by sponsoring a fundraiser, volunteering with them, or even just sharing an idea or plan that you think will have will benefit Oxfam.

     For a complete list of ways you can become involved with this organization click here.

    Want More 411

    Or Write:
    Oxfam International
    226 Causeway St, 5th Floor
    Boston, MA 02114-2206

    Or Call:
    (617) 482-1211
    (800) 776-9326

    Or Email:





    *Don’t forget to donate $1 to help raise funds for one of the highlighted charities and be entered to win one of our amazing prizes.  The more you donate, the more chances you have to win!*

  • Bright Beginnings

    This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of PBM Products for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

    If you’ve been following my blog for a while then you know that I am a breastfeeding mom.  However, when I first started off breastfeeding I have to admit that I did consider supplementing formula after a rough night in the hospital.  I recall it like it was yesterday.  It was my last night in the hospital.  My husband had gone home because we were in the transition of moving and he wanted to make sure the nursery was absolutely perfect for when we got home.

    It was going to be the first full night that Moo roomed in with me.  The previous two days one of the nurses would come and get her half way through the night to allow me time to bathe and enjoy my dinner in peace.  I had the best hospital help ever!!  Anyways, earlier that day the nurse had come in and they had informed me that Moo had dropped some weight.  Nothing serious.   They said it was probably because my milk was still coming in or we were both still getting adjusted to the whole breastfeeding situation.

    I felt horrible.  I hadn’t been a mom for three full days yet and already I was letting my daughter starve.  Throughout that day I noticed that she was fussy but she quickly settled down when I wheeled her around the room in her little crib.  But that night it got down right ugly in there.  The fussiness from that afternoon turned into full on wailing.

    I couldn’t take it.  I thought surely she must be starved.  What did I do?  I gave her a bottle of formula!!  *Gasp!*  Yes, you read right.  I gave her a bottle of formula because no matter how set on breastfeeding I was, nothing was more important than my daughter’s health and contentment.  I didn’t want her starving because I wanted to be selfish and feel accomplished.

    Of course, it was that same night that I found out she was intolerant of cow’s milk too.  But thank goodness I wasn’t so against formula because I had gotten some formula samples in the mail and from my OB.  And guess what I had a packet of Bright Beginnings soy-based formula on hand.  My mom came by and helped with my latch on technique.  However, I still made the pitcher of Bright Beginnings soy formula just in case.

    Luckily, we only needed a half bottle and finally got into our own groove with breastfeeding.  But I found comfort in knowing that if I needed a back up, I had somewhere I could turn to.  Pregnancy and motherhood aren’t perfect and things don’t always go as planned.  So, that’s why you need a Plan B, a Plan C and maybe a Plan D.  I encourage any mom to not close out the idea of using formula if it’s in the beat interest of your child.

    And since Bright Beginnings was my back up, it’s only natural that they be my formula recommendation should you need them.  You can find Bright Beginnings on diapers.com. They sell both the milk-based and soy-based formulas.  For more info on all the nutritional value or to purchase yourself an emergency can you visit or  buy on diapers.com.  And don’t forget to check out Bright Beginnings on Facebook.


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  • Bright Beginnings

    This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of PBM Products for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

    If you’ve been following my blog for a while then you know that I am a breastfeeding mom.  However, when I first started off breastfeeding I have to admit that I did consider supplementing formula after a rough night in the hospital.  I recall it like it was yesterday.  It was my last night in the hospital.  My husband had gone home because we were in the transition of moving and he wanted to make sure the nursery was absolutely perfect for when we got home.

    It was going to be the first full night that Moo roomed in with me.  The previous two days one of the nurses would come and get her half way through the night to allow me time to bathe and enjoy my dinner in peace.  I had the best hospital help ever!!  Anyways, earlier that day the nurse had come in and they had informed me that Moo had dropped some weight.  Nothing serious.   They said it was probably because my milk was still coming in or we were both still getting adjusted to the whole breastfeeding situation.

    I felt horrible.  I hadn’t been a mom for three full days yet and already I was letting my daughter starve.  Throughout that day I noticed that she was fussy but she quickly settled down when I wheeled her around the room in her little crib.  But that night it got down right ugly in there.  The fussiness from that afternoon turned into full on wailing.

    I couldn’t take it.  I thought surely she must be starved.  What did I do?  I gave her a bottle of formula!!  *Gasp!*  Yes, you read right.  I gave her a bottle of formula because no matter how set on breastfeeding I was, nothing was more important than my daughter’s health and contentment.  I didn’t want her starving because I wanted to be selfish and feel accomplished.

    Of course, it was that same night that I found out she was intolerant of cow’s milk too.  But thank goodness I wasn’t so against formula because I had gotten some formula samples in the mail and from my OB.  And guess what I had a packet of Bright Beginnings soy-based formula on hand.  My mom came by and helped with my latch on technique.  However, I still made the pitcher of Bright Beginnings soy formula just in case.

    Luckily, we only needed a half bottle and finally got into our own groove with breastfeeding.  But I found comfort in knowing that if I needed a back up, I had somewhere I could turn to.  Pregnancy and motherhood aren’t perfect and things don’t always go as planned.  So, that’s why you need a Plan B, a Plan C and maybe a Plan D.  I encourage any mom to not close out the idea of using formula if it’s in the beat interest of your child.

    And since Bright Beginnings was my back up, it’s only natural that they be my formula recommendation should you need them.  You can find Bright Beginnings on diapers.com. They sell both the milk-based and soy-based formulas.  For more info on all the nutritional value or to purchase yourself an emergency can you visit or  buy on diapers.com.  And don’t forget to check out Bright Beginnings on Facebook.


    Visit Sponsor's Site