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New from Coach's spring 2009 Parker line: Parker Leather Shoulder Bag

The second in my series of Coach Parker handbag reviews.. the Parker Leather Shoulder Bag is yet another beautiful new bag from Coach's new Parker line. 

The Parker Leather Shoulder Bag is a gorgeous, mid-sized, leather shoulder bag with fabric trim and a delicate fabric inner lining. 
This bag is the rosegold/nickel color/style.  In addition to this beautiful metallic color, the Parker Leather Shoulder Bag is available in three beautiful spring inspired shades that work well with the season’s key colors.  This Parker bag will make even your simplest ensemble look radiant. The shaded Parker Leather Shoulder bags are $358 while the metallic bag is $398 and is an excellent value as it is a handbag that you will enjoy for many years.

Why I love the Coach Parker Leather Shoulder Bag:

• The size is perfect for a mom with a toddler.
  Madleyn is 2 so I don't have to carry 3 outfits, diapers, 2 sippies, snacks, etc..

I carry 1 change of clothes, a sippy cup, a snack bag, a book, and a toy.  All of these things plus my wallet, phone, and 'accessories' fit nicely in this Parker.

One of the outer gusset pockets holds Madelyn's sippy cup and the other holds my iPhone giving me access to two of the most important things I need when I'm out.

The 18” handle with 8 1/2” drop makes the bag easy to carry and get into even while I'm carrying Madelyn.

I love that the inner slip and zipper pockets in this bag are thin and not bulky so they don't stick out into the bag but give just enough room for storing lipstick, a compact mirror, and even an 8 pack of crayons.

The Parker Leather Shoulder Bag is available in rosegold/nickel (shown here) and three solid shades.

Overall, the Coach Parker Leather Shoulder Bag is an excellent bag for moms with new babies and toddlers alike and of course for women in general!

GIVEAWAY There are two ways to enter.
Enter to win this Coach Parker Leather Shoulder Bag by simply leaving a comment below telling me why you want to win this bag and your email address will be entered once. 
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New from Coach's spring 2009 Parker line: Parker Large Convertable Hippie bag

I love  this bag.  Coach's new Parker Large Convertible Hippie bag is nicely priced for the amazing quality and features.  The fresh and feminine attitude of the bag gives moms the style they want and need while achieving the functionality goals every mom needs.  By functionality goals I mean fitting diapers, wipes, a sippy cup, a change of clothes (for the baby), your wallet, and cell phone in the bag without overstuffing it.

 Why I love the new Coach Parker Large Convertible Hippie bag and why it's perfect for Moms:

• Price - given the tough economic times, the $358 price tag is a great value for the amazing quality.
• 14" high x 14 1/2 long
• 37” detachable strap can be worn on the shoulder or crossbody.  I don't have the strap on in the photograph.
• 15” handle with 9” drop.  I comfortably carried the bag on my shoulder with the 15" handle.
• Large interior zip pocket to hold important things like the receipt for
  your new Marc Jabocs shoes that match your new Coach bag!
  
• Fabric lining
• Hidden magnetic snap closure
• Small exterior zip pocket for easy access to your wallet or cell phone
• The Parker Large Convertible Hippie bag is available in 4 feminine colors.
• The Parker Large Convertible Hippie bag is part of the new Parker collection for Spring 2009. - Be one of the first to get this bag!

Check out the new Coach Parker line here.

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Subscribe to The Mommy Insider email newsletter (box at the top of the right column) and you are automatically entered to win!  I will announce the winner right here on The Mommy Insider March 9th.

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Solaroo UV Blocking Sun Clothing from SunFriendlyProducts.com

I received two Solaroo UV blocking suits last summer and failed to write the review and now I can't find the photographs of the kids wearing the suits to post in this review.  Anyway.. I am giving you the heads up now that Solaroo's UV blocking sun clothing is a must have this coming spring and summer. 

Both of my kids loved their suits last summer.  Sebastian felt cool in his surfer style blue shirt and Madelyn looked adorable in her pretty pink one piece suit.
My kids were outside a lot last spring and summer and Sebastian wore his Solaroo shirt when playing with his friends outside and helping me in the garden.  I am paranoid about sunburn and UV damage and love knowing that the kids Solaroo UV blocking sun clothes protect them from UV rays and I never forget to cover the rest of their bodies with super spf sunscreen.  It's not worth it to skip the sunscreen or UV blocking clothes if you have them!  I just wish I had a Solaroo shirt and Extreme Performance Hat for when I'm out in the yard or playing with the kids.

Solaroo UV blocking sun clothing is lightweight, dries quickly, and keep 98% of the UV rays out.  Available in kids sizes 0 months to 8 years, womens sizes up to 18 and mens sizes up to XX-Large with varying prices.

Go to SunFriendlyProducts.com to see their huge selection of UV Blocking Sun Clothing and accessories for babies, kids, and adults.

invisibelt: get rid of belt buckle bump + giveaway

All belt, no bulk.  That's the tag line for invisibelt and it's absolutely true.  If you wear belts, there is a good chance that the invisibelt will replace your favorite belts.  Don't you hate the bump that appears under your shirt from the belt buckle?  I do.  It kind of takes away from the purpose of the belt.  Why wear a belt with a bulky buckle that makes your shirt look funny when you can wear a belt that is flat and smooth and won't give your tummy that weird bump traditional belts do.

The invisibelt is adjustable like a bra, comes regular size fitting sizes 0-14 and plus size fitting up to 4x and is available in clear and noir (black).  See the invisibelt in action here. 

Price: The invisibelt is $19.95 for one color or get both colors for $34.94.

Where to buy: invisibelt.com

We have 3 invisbelts to give away! 
Two regular size and one plus size.  Here's how to enter to win an invisibelt:  Choose one

1) Write a post on your blog linking to this post then email the link to me (alicia @ themommyinsider.com) along with the size you want.

2) Tell me what you think of invisibelt in the comments box below - don't forget to tell me what size you want.

3) If you are on Twitter, retweet my invisibelt twitter post. You can follow me on Twitter here twitter.com/mommyinsider.
The format of your 'retweet' will be RT@mommyinsider 'then paste my original tweet after'.  I will find your tweet on the search.twitter.com page and will notify you via twitter if you are the winner!  More about retweeting here.

Honey Buns Boutique: bringing simple back

Honey Buns Boutique is truly an exceptional shop.  Stepping away from frilly dresses (not that we don't like frilly) and high prices, Honey Buns Boutique brings simple, and affordable, back.   The designs were created by a mom with a super handsome 6 month old son so you can rest assure that she knows what moms want in both style and durability.

You will find a variety of cute and sassy shirts, onesies, and accessories for mommies, babies, toddlers, and children up to size 16 at Honey Buns Boutique and best of all, Honey Buns clothes are exclusive - you won't find their designs anywhere else! How cool is that? 

I love the Bubbles mommy tees and the Sugar & Spice tote bag. The simplicity of these designs is refreshing.

Honey Buns Boutique: clothes & accessories for mommies, babies, and toddlers.

Hanging Cosmetic Bag by Flee

This is one of my all time favorite Mommy Gear items. Seriously. I can't emphasize that enough.

Before I even opened my Flee Hanging Cosmetic Bag, I fell in love with the look of it. The oilcloth pattern is full of personality and because oilcloth is easy to wipe clean, I knew this cosmetic bag would be something I would use everyday.

The cosmetic bag has five pockets. The top pocket holds my lipstick, powder, liners, and other long items. The second pocket is great for toothpaste, make-up, first aid ointment, trial size shampoo and conditioner and the third pocket holds regular size lotions, face wash, and deodorant among other larger items. The bottom pocket is what I call the "secret" pocket. It holds my feminine care products.

The Flee Hanging Cosmetic Bag is great for moms who might not always take a shower in the same bathroom. Sometimes I shower in my bathroom but sometimes I use the kids bathroom so I don't wake my husband. Since I started using the Flee Hanging Cosmetic Bag, I cause much less ruckus than before because I just have to move the bag from one bathroom to another and I've got everything I need!

The Flee Hanging Cosmetic Bag is something that I think will last a lifetime.  I have already used it on a vacation and got several comments on the functionality and design of the bag. The bag fits nicely in the car, folded in half or inside my suitcase.

The Flee Hanging Cosmetic Bag can hang on both a towel rod using the convenient Velcro strap, shown to the right, or on a towel hook using the bag handles.

Where to buy: Flee

T-shirts for mom

Moms have many jobs. Chauffeur, chef, house cleaner, tutor, and the list goes on. Why not express your 'mommy job pride' by wearing an LTDchix t-shirt made just for moms?  I do!  I feel great when I'm wearing my "Living the Dream" t-shirt from LTDchix. I feel proud and stylish at the same time. It's funny because some days when I know I have to go run errands but the nanny is here, I wear my "Living the Dream" t-shirt just so fellow errand runners know I am a proud mommy!  No kidding.

These are not ordinary t-shirts.  This 100% cotton jersey crew neck t-shirt has contrasting trim at the neck, cuffs and hem which I think is super stylish for a t-shirt.

Feel good about yourself, and your job as a mom. Show off your mommy pride with an LTDchix t-shirt.

Where to buy: LTDchix.com

COUPON CODE: Go to http://www.ltdchixpromo.com, and use coupon code 24 to get 15% off your purchase.

Photo Cuff

Moms are always looking for ways to show off their kids, right? What about wearing your kids right on your arm!?  Smoy photo cuffs are a fabulous way to show off your kids without having to pull out your wallet, handheld, or cell phone and search for your favorite photographs of the kids. Just show curious friends your photo cuff!

You can choose from several photo cuff styles including vegan leather, or leather and then choose how many frames you want your photo cuff to include from one frame or four frames.
Getting photographs in your photo cuff is simple. Just use your favorite photo editing program on your computer to print small photographs (about 1 inch by 1 inch) then slip them in the photo slot on the back of the photo cuff.

There are some awesome styles for Dad too! The photo cuff is a great gift idea for the holidays.

Where to buy: SMOY.net

'Be Smart' Diaper Bag

I LOVE this diaper bag. It combines functionality and style.

Functionality: The 'Be Smart' diaper bag has 4 zipper pockets, 2 regular pockets, 2 mesh pockets, a diaper changing pad with soft touch memory foam and anti-microbial treatment, a bottle holder that will hold any bottle under the sun, and a sunglasses holder that not only holds your sunglasses but cleans them as well.
The exterior of the diaper bag is coated with Teflon to fight off spills and messes and ensures that the diaper bag is easy to clean.
Oh and one more functionality note...don't you HATE not being able to find what you are looking for in your diaper bag?  Ju Ju Be came up with a very simple yet perfect solution..a light interior so you can see what's inside your diaper bag! Yeah Ju Ju Be! Good job.

Style:  The 'Be Smart' bag is available in 5 different patterns.

Check out the entire Ju Ju Be diaper bag collection today!

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