With back to school quickly approaching we’re getting our home prepared, cleaned up and cleaned out, after the long and carefree summer we’ve had. One of the products we’ve integrated into our home over the summer, which is sure to help us in that endevour, is the Oreck DualMax Air Purifier. Here’s why I’m loving this new (and quiet) little addition to our household: 1. The DualMax® Air Purifier, features two fans that produce twice as much airflow which means double the air cleaning power and performance. 2. When the air is drawn in to the purifier, it captures pollen, dust, pet dander, and other allergens in our household air. With two kids with asthma in our household this is a big deal. Even though we have a hypoallergenic dog, our pediatric allergist rolled his eyes at me when I explained that. Dander is dander and all dogs have it, so it’s great to have the DulaMax Air Purfier for that issue as well (plus, we kind of like our dog a lot!) 3. The Helios Shield® inside is composed of an aluminum honeycomb substrate and infused with titanium dioxide.

Through photo catalytic oxidation using an imbedded UV light the Helios Shield® breaks down odours and volatile organic compounds from the air passing through it, leaving cleaner, fresher smelling air. I keep our air purifier on our main floor to help with cooking odors (I love what we had for dinner but don’t want to smell it at 10pm before bed!) 4. The Oreck DualMax Air Purifier is actually less expensive to operate than others. The Oreck®DualMax Air Purifier features a permanent Truman Cell® that never needs to be replaced. Simply wash with soap and water, rinse clean and let dry. 5. The remote control makes me feel fancy using it when guests are over. I also have my lamps and outside water fountain on a remote control so this just works with my fancy remote control household use. It’s also great because you don’t have to contort yourself in weird angles to reach the plug or switch to turn it on and off. With Halloween only a few days away, Company Kids is getting your little ghouls in the spirit with their free, . 

All you have to do is download, print and let your kids color.  Once they’re done decorating, kids can add a fun message for their friends, family, or teachers. I love Halloween and making costumes for the twins has proven to be especially fun because it has that whole adorable "pair" aspect to it.  The twins weren't completely positive what they wanted to be when asked at first, but the more we pondered ideas the more it became clear they wanted to be animals. As time went on, we became inspired by the 30th Anniversary Edition of the recently released DVD Disney's The Fox and The Hound as well as the The Fox and The Hound 2.  Who doesn't love the friendship tale of Tod and Copper? Continue Reading This Post ... As a mommy of 5 of kids, we've used a few different air purifiers over the years.  Most recently we had the chance to try the new Oreck DualMax Air Purfier.  Upon it's arrival for our review we placed it in our kitchen which is sort of the central hub for all the action downstairs.  

The units location was not far from a guest bathroom, a mudroom, eating areas, and the cooking area. We had a party at our home for my son's 13th birthday this past weekend.  About 40 kids attended and the weather could not have been more perfect!  14x3 drop base air cleanerThe kids were able to play on our sports court in back for a fair amount of the evening without getting cold which is utterly amazing for Chicago in late October.honeywell 50250-s 99.97 pure hepa round air purifier by honeywell I'm a big believer in not leaving anyone out, so we invited the entire 7th grade class along with a couple neighbors and other family friends.  pro ionic fresh breeze air purifier tower uv cleaner

I think everyone had a great time, most importantly our son.There are some products you never really realized you had a need for until you happen to have the on hand. Here's just a few of the many times you'll find you suddenly need a foot wipe:  Dirt on your feet from a day in flip flops, sock lint removal before yoga class, going barefoot in airport security, freshening up before plopping in between your clean sheets, quick refresh before visting your pedicurist or podiatrist, day at the beach, or even shoe shopping. So how do Fresh Feet Wipes differ from just using any old wipe?  They are sized for feet, made strong enough to wipe a foot thoroughly, and prepared specifically to deodorize with a nice peppermint scent. Throwing a Halloween gathering or just looking for something fun to watch during Halloween season? Check your local stores for the DreamWorks Halloween Double Pack that includes both Scared Shrekless and Monsters vs Aliens: Mutant Pumpkins From Outer Space.  

We alternated both these titles in the DVD player during my newly 13 year old son's party last weekend and they were both hits.  These titles work great for a party with multiple gathering locations, in particular the Shrek title with 3 different stories. Did you see the YouTube video of the baby playing with a magazine last week as if the magazine was a broken iPad device?  I think the baby is about 10 months old and he/she is attempting to scroll and pinch the glossy page like a true tech wizard.  My how things have changed even from the span of my oldest son just days shy of 17 to my two youngest boys age 3! Technology has come a long way in recent years and one of the latest entries in the Early Learning Category is a device I was sent for review called the Vinci Genius. Having 5 kids keeps us on the go a lot, so I'm always happy to find new items that make it a touch easier to do things on the move.  Playtex recently sent us a few items for review that fit the needs of this busy family.