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in Episodes on February 24, 2019 by The Mom Hour

More Than Mom: Products We Love



Best purchase we’ve made recently? Product we can’t believe we lived so long without? Splurges that were worth it and cheapos we love? Meagan and Sarah talk STUFF in this fun more than mom — all about the products and purchases that have made our lives better recently. Join us!

Sponsor Spotlight: Native

Native makes safe, effective deodorant made with clean ingredients you’ll recognize, like tapioca starch, shea butter and coconut oil–and without the ingredients you don’t want. To save 20% off your first purchase, visit nativedeodorant.com and use promo code THEMOMHOUR at checkout.

Sponsor Spotlight: RemindVine

RemindVine is the only app that allows you to set reminders on other people’s phones. Available for iOS and Android, and just $1.99 for a Family Plan, the RemindVine app is a great tool for busy families on the go! Check it out in the App Store or on Google Play.

Sponsor Spotlight: UCI’s Division of Continuing Education

Ready to advance your career? UCI’s Division of Continuing Education offers certificate programs and specialized studies programs in everything from business to IT, healthcare, finance, and Law. Classes are offered on campus or online, and  registration is open for spring quarter. Visit ce.uci.edu/podcast to learn more and use promo code PODCAST to save 15% off one course. Exceptions apply; see website for details.

Sponsor Spotlight: MiracleSuit.com

MiracleSuit.com is a one-stop-shop for beautiful, stylish swimwear that represents all lifestyles and body types, including plus sizes, long torso, large bust, slimming styles, and more. Save 20% off any swimsuit by visiting MiracleSuit.com/themomhour.

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Meagan’s product mentions:

  • Revlon One Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer
  • Bissell Cleanview Upright Bagless Vacuum Cleaner
  • KitchenAid KEK1222PT 1.25-Liter Electric Kettle – Pistachio
  • Safavieh Monaco Vintage Boho Multicolored Distressed Rug

Sarah’s product mentions:

  • L’Ange Aplatir Flat Iron
  • Goody Styling Essentials Start Style Finish Hair Brush, Vent
  • jomparis Modern 12″ Battery Operated Silent & Non-Ticking Wall Clock (mine is no longer for sale, but this one is similar)
  • Lifetime Folding Utility Table, 6 Feet
  • Polar Products Unisex Kids Original Rain Boots
  • Artemas Power Loomed Rust Area Rug

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  1. Christine McNutt says

    February 25, 2019 at 12:55 pm

    For your printer ink problem – try putting a piece of colored tape over the clear section of the printer cartridge where you can see the ink. This can sometimes trick the printer into thinking the cartridge is full. I do this to get the last bit of ink out of a cartridge 🙂

    Reply
  2. Laura L. says

    March 3, 2019 at 7:32 pm

    If you have an HP Printer you should sign up for “Instant Ink”. It is an ink service where they will send you as much ink as you need for a flat monthly rate. I print a lot of full color sheets and I don’t think twice about it knowing that I will always have the ink I need. They ship it out when you are getting low so you never run out. It has been a game changer!

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Shoutout to our NEW partner:
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⭐ @everyplate (meal kits for just $1.49 per meal!) 
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⭐️ @caraway_home (10% off cookware!)
⭐ @caredotcom (local, background-checked care!) 
⭐ @prepdish (2 weeks of free meal plans!)
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This week on the blog @emilyeroark offers suggestions for mixing up your same ol' same ol' when kids are off for Spring Break. Check out the post by clicking this image at the link in our bio!

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Find the episode wherever you get your podcasts, or click this image at the link in our bio!

#themomhour #motherhood #mompodcast#podcastsformoms #parenting #parentingpodcast#podcastlove #trypod #podcastersofinstagram #shepodcasts
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It isn't always easy to appreciate the mundane tasks of our daily lives, or to see the glass half-full when something goes awry. Inspired by yet another social media trend that had us scratching our heads at first (and then reflecting in spite of our forty-something selves), today Meagan and Sarah talk about situations from our own lives where we romanticized the hard stuff to get by.

Find the episode wherever you get your podcasts, or click this image at the link in our bio!

#themomhour #motherhood #mompodcast #podcastsformoms #parenting #parentingpodcast #podcastlove #trypod #podcastersofinstagram #shepodcasts
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Check out Sandy’s ideas for themed Easter baskets by clicking this image at the link in our bio - she's got over 35 different gift ideas listed!

#easter2023 #easterbasketfillers #eastergiftideas #themedeasterbasket #giftsfortoddlers #giftsforpreschoolers #giftsfortweens #giftsforkids #eastergiftguide #eastertips #easterwithkids
"As a mom you’ve been building a youth sports co "As a mom you’ve been building a youth sports coaching resume for years," writes @twinningtheweekend on the blog this week, "You just didn’t know it."

🥎  Through potty training, you’ve shown incredible determination.
⚽  Sibling rivalry has made you the ultimate expert in team dynamics. 
🏀  You’ve displayed grit in the face of a stomach bug. 
🏐  Organizational skills? You keep track of all 47 of the elementary school’s dress-up days.
🥎  You’ve developed patience as your child has figured out zippers.
⚽  You are not easily intimated…hello science projects and fractions. 
🏀  You have a keen eye for what motivates your child. (Hint…it’s snacks and Bluey.)
🏐  Toddler temper tantrums are no match for your perseverance.
🥎  You folded 16 loads of laundry with a (mostly) positive attitude.
⚽  Multitasking? That’s your specialty. 

Raise your hand if you've coached a youth sports team as a mom! And click this image at the link in our bio to read Jennifer's tips for making it less time-consuming and stressful than you might think!

#youthsports #sportsmom #littleleague #littleleaguemom #girlsinsports #littleleaguemom #soccermom #baseballmom #coachmom
New episode! Worrying as a mom is a universal exp New episode!

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Find the episode wherever you get your podcasts, or click this image at the link in our bio!

#themomhour #motherhood #mompodcast #podcastsformoms #parenting #parentingpodcast #podcastlove #trypod #podcastersofinstagram #shepodcasts
This week's podcast episode (out Tuesday!) is abou This week's podcast episode (out Tuesday!) is about worry. The worries we have in common, the ones that start to interfere with our daily lives and need addressing, the really specific ones and the more general and exisential ones. One thing we both know about worries is that silence fuels their festering.

If you're worried about something right now, feel free to share. Maybe someone else can offer a "oh, me too!" or send a virtual hug. Maybe you can do the same for someone else. And if your worries feel too tender to share specifically, feel free to just drop a 🙋‍♀️ and know you're not alone.

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