Introducing Armourfit Mouthguards from Under Armour

UNDER ARMOUR INTRODUCES A NEW LINE OF REVOLUTIONARY ARMOURFIT™ MOUTHGUARDS

Performance Brand’s Exclusive Mouthwear Licensee, Bite Tech, Develops First-Ever Microwaveable, Boilable, Re-Fittable and Chew Resistant Mouthguard Collection

Under Armour, the leading sports performance apparel, footwear, and accessories brand, today introduces the first-of-its-kind microwaveable, boilable, re-fittable and chew resistant line of mouthguards with Bite Tech Inc., the exclusive licensee of Under Armour Performance Mouthwear^TM. The new ArmourFit^TM line of custom fit mouthguards utilizes the most significant material innovation in the mouthguard industry in the last 50 years.

Made from a patented material entirely new to mouthguard manufacturing, the UA ArmourFit Mouthguard and UA Braces Mouthguard mold to teeth and gums providing athletes with an “at home” tight, comfortable, dentist-like custom fit. With this custom fit, athletes wearing the UA ArmourFit Mouthguard or UA Braces Mouthguard are able to easily breathe and talk, enabling better on field performance and communication. The chew resistant quality of the new ArmourFit material increases durability and ensures the mouthguard maintains its protective integrity.  The re-fittable feature allows athletes or parents to re-fit the mouthguard after a lost tooth, braces adjustment, or for any other reason, thus ensuring a proper fit and maximum protection to the teeth, jaw and gums.

ArmourFit mouthguards are designed for all contact sports, including football, hockey, lacrosse and rugby. Additionally, the dentist-like fit provides a comfortable protective advantage to the teeth, jaw and gums for athletes engaged in limited contact sports, such as soccer, basketball, baseball and volleyball.

“It’s no secret that safety concerns are understandably a major issue in contact sports today.  Coaches, parents and players are learning that the mouthguards they receive as part of their ‘equipment pick up’ provide very little protection, fit poorly and just don’t last. With the launch of the new UA ArmourFit and UA Braces Mouthguards, Under Armour and Bite Tech are providing the highest levels of innovation and product materials to deliver parents, coaches and players products that are superior in design, protection, fit and durability.” said Jeff Padovan, CEO of Bite Tech Inc.

Product Information:

UA ArmourFit Mouthguard ($12.99, adult and youth sizes) – With the new ArmourFit technology, the mouthguard molds to teeth for a tight, comfortable, custom fit which can be re-fit multiple times over as the user’s bite changes. Available in strapped or strapless, adult and youth sizes in black, blue, red and green.

UA Braces Mouthguard ($18.99, adult and youth sizes) – The first braces mouthguard from Under Armour was designed by a dentist and molds to braces to provide maximum protection, safety and a custom fit which can be re-fit multiple times over as the user’s bite changes. Available in strapped or strapless, adult and youth sizes in light blue and pink.

The ArmourFit mouthguard line and other Under Armour mouthwear products are available for purchase at www.armourbite.com and sporting goods retailers nationwide.

About Under Armour Performance Mouthwear™ and Bite Tech Inc.

Bite Tech Inc. is the exclusive licensee of Under Armour Performance Mouthwear.  Founded in 1995, Bite Tech holds more than 45 patents and pending patents for its innovative, proprietary mouthwear technologies. Independent studies from The Citadel and IMG Academies have validated the science behind Under Armour mouthwear. Thousands of elite athletes in virtually all sports rely on Bite Tech mouthguards and mouthpieces for protection and improving their performance on and off the field. Derek Jeter and Adrian Peterson are among the numerous professional athletes who are both product users and investors in the company.  All Bite Tech mouthwear is made in North America.  For further information, please visit the Company’s website at www.bitetech.com.

About Under Armour, Inc.

Under Armour® (NYSE: UA) is a leading developer, marketer, and distributor of branded performance apparel, footwear, and accessories. The Company's products are sold worldwide and worn by athletes at all levels, from youth to professional, on playing fields around the globe. The Under Armour global headquarters is in Baltimore, Maryland. For further information, please visit the Company's website at www.UA.com.

Giveaway: Your Biore Summer Skincare Routine

Summer sweat, heat and humidity can certainly take a toll on skin. Luckily, Bioré Skincare has a cleansing routine that will rid you of blemishes, dirt, and oil and get you on the path to clean, clear, healthy-looking summer skin.

Start by cleansing with Bioré Acne Clearing Scrub ($6.49). The newest addition to Bioré’s acne-clearing arsenal, Acne Clearing Scrub contains salicylic acid to target deep-down dirt and oil that can cause blemishes, without damaging skin’s moisture barrier. **I started using this scrub about three months ago and have loved it ever since!**

Next, remove pore-clogging build-up with Bioré Deep Cleansing Pore Strips ($7.99). In just one use, these strips are twice as effective as the leading pore cleanser at getting rid of pore-clogging build-up, dirt and oil that can cause blackheads. Plus, with regular use, they can actually reduce the appearance of pores. **Despite my morbid, and totally irrational fear of looking at the strip after pulling it off - these strips are amazing! They really do work to make the pores look smaller over time**

Finish up with Bioré Blemish-Treating Astringent ($7.99). This power-packed formula goes beyond just cleansing to help treat blemishes and prevent future breakouts.

Win IT! One lucky Guide reader will win the whole routine! A Biore prize pack of all three products mentioned in this post - Scrub, Strips and Astringent! 

Please use the RAFFLECOPTER below to enter this giveaway. US Winner ONLY. This Giveaway ends June 30, 2013 at 11:59PM PST. 

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Disclaimer: I have been provided with samples of these products in the past, however I was in no way compensated to publish this specific post - I simply love Biore products!

New Giveaway Linky is up!

What are you giving away this FRIDAY??

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Keep It - Toss it OR REupholster it??

Furniture is a funny thing. The couch at grandma's can bring back wonderful memories, or maybe it's the first recliner you ever owned. The one sure thing about furniture is that no matter how much care you take, the fabric won't always last forever - especially if you have children. You can spend the extra dough - like I did - and get the steel reinforced frame and the solid wood beamed furniture. But even still the upholstery isn't going to stand up to four kids growing up on and around it.
Or maybe you come into a very nice piece of furniture - super comfy and sturdy - but it just does not match the decor of our living room or home or even personal style. But what are you supposed to do? Re-style your whole house or call a Doctor? Yes, you read that right - a Doctor as in Dr. Sofa!!
Dr. Sofa can give your existing furniture a makeover through the magic of furniture reupholstery. You can turn a fabric sofa into a leather piece of art. You know that chaise lounge you saw at that yard sale that you wanted so bad but it just does "go" with your family room furniture? You could send it to Dr. Sofa and have something completely new. Choose from a variety of fabrics, textures and even upholstery techniques to breathe new life into that old piece.

Latest in Boy's Fashion - Alpha Flight Jacket

When I was a kid, I don't remember boys having all that much style. I remember a few guys that definitely put some thought into their appearance, but the majority stuck to the jeans and t-shirt look. Fast forward to having my own kids approaching pre-teen and things have certainly changed. I don't know about you but my sons have become some sort of male version of a fashionista. They want whatever the latest rave in clothing is - skinny jeans, skater shoes and now the latest is the flight jacket. I remember these being cool back when Top Gun first came out and apparently they are back!

The great thing about flight jackets is that they are pretty versatile when it comes to a wardrobe addition. It goes with the jeans and t-shirt ensemble but can also be worn over the nicer slacks and polo or collared shirt for semi-formal occasions, allowing your guy to be comfortable and presentable all at once.

Dave's New York has a pretty awesome Alpha Flight Jacket. It is a youth version of the US Air Force jacket in that military shade of green, some would call it sage. When I pulled up the image online, my oldest son caught a glimpse and now wants to know when it's arriving - because he "HAS" to have it! The jacket is even reversible to that neon orange (also known as Indian Orange) for 'emergencies'. It has a heavy duty zipper - a must for all boy's gear - and an assortment of "historic" patches sewn on to give it that authentic look and feel.

Book Review: The Mother Load by Keeley Bates

The Mother Load by Keeley Bates
Book Description: This momedy tells the story of three women at different stages of marriage and motherhood. Former lawyer Sophie is the mother of two young children and a workaholic husband. Much to her chagrin, her pastimes now include fantasizing about Disney princes and the destruction of an evil queen, her tongue-clucking mother-in-law. Sophie’s older sister Emma shares a home with their 70-year-old, pilates-loving father and is single mom to a 12-year-old boy with a deadbeat dad. Sophie’s sister-in-law Bridget is a happily married pediatrician trying to conceive a child of her own through fertility treatment while remaining committed to her patients. Each woman struggles in her own way to balance her role as wife, mother, sister and daughter with her desire for personal fulfillment. ‘The Mother Load’ is a comical tale about the complexities of modern motherhood.
Available on Amazon in Kindle or Paper version

About the Author: Keeley Bates is actually the alter ego of Augusta Blythe. As Bates, she has written two novels - The Mother Load and Hostel Takeover. As Augusta Blythe she has written three YA Urban fantasy books -  Winterborne, Ravestroke, and In the Land of the Sapphire Sea.

Here's What I Think: This book is for all types of moms to read. It follows three very different mom styles and shows how they are all interconnected. I identified most with Sophie - the planned to be a career gal turned stay at home mom. The book is set up with three narratives that switch with each chapter but is easy to follow. They are all living very separate lives but come together often because they are family that lives close to one another. Bates does a great job of giving each character their own voice and way of telling the story. I honestly think that this is a book that should be handed out when a new mom leaves the delivery room and head over to recovery. It is lighthearted but extremely insightful. Often moms are hard on other moms because they don't understand the back story.
Disclaimer: I purchased this book myself, and was in no way compensated to publish this post.

Weekly Giveaway Linky is Updated!

What are you giving away this FRIDAY??

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$200 Melissa and Doug eGift Code Giveaway

Summer weather is here! Melissa & Doug has all kinds of great toys for you to help keep the kids entertained for the summer. You can get toys for all ages including classic toys, tents, sand toys, puzzles, art & craft, plus more!

Summer is so my favorite part of the year! It's a time to sleep in late when there is nothing on the calendar, or get up early when you have something extra fun planned. In my family, outside play is on the schedule for just about every day - whether it's the backyard or a trip to the country or coast - and you gotta have great toys like the ones from Melissa & Doug!

Not only do you have the opportunity to win this giveaway but you can also head on over to the Melissa & Doug on Facebook fan page and then click on the Play to 250k Sweepstakes tab to enter the Play to 250,000 Fans Sweepstakes.

Each time their fan base grows by 1,000 fans, a fan will win a selection of Melissa & Doug toys. Plus, when the Facebook page reaches 250,000 fans, all fans will receive a special gift. WOW!!

If you are curious about what real moms thinks about Melissa and Doug toys, you can read these reviews:

Baby Costcutters Review

Mom to Bed by 8 Review

Powered By Mom Review

One lucky winner will receive a $200.00 eGift Code to Melissa & Doug!

Giveaway ends June 27, 2013 at 11:59pm, open to US only, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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This event was organized by MomPoweredMedia please contact tina@babycostcutters.com with questions or to see your business or blog featured on the next big event!

Giveaway: MacX DVD Ripper Pro For Mac or Windows (5 Winners)

MacX DVD Ripper Pro - ultimate DVD backup and ripping software brings you the best DVD ripper for Mac to rip DVD to iPhone/5/4S, iPad/2/3, iPod, Apple TV, Android, HTC, Samsung, XOOM, Galaxy Tab, PSP, etc.

This DVD ripper for Mac software allows you to rip DVD to MP4, H.264, MOV, FLV, MPEG, M4V, AVI, QT(QuickTime) with high quality video/audio. The New-DVD-Backup feature lets you copy DVD to single MPEG2 video file with original video quality and 5.1-channles AC3/DTS Dolby audio. You can also use this Mac DVD ripper tool to clone DVD to ISO Image, backup DVD to MKV.

Rip encrypted DVD to iPhone/5/4S, iPad 3/4， iPad Mini, iPod, iMovie, Android, Samsung for Mac, the Mac DVD ripper gives you the easiest way to rip all type of encrypted DVD and copy-protected DVD (remove DVD CSS, region code, RCE, Sony ArccOS, UOPs, Disney, etc). Thus you could make a perfect backup of DVD movies.

Latest version : v4.2.0 Released on : May-30-2013

Note: For Windows OS users, click to get Windows version

WIN IT! 5 LUCKY GUIDE READERS WILL EACH WIN THEIR OWN DOWNLOAD OF MacX DVD Ripper Pro (in MAC or Windows version)

Please use the RAFFLECOPTER below to enter this giveaway. Giveaway ends JUNE  19th at 11:59PM PST

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Join John Frieda Sheer Blonde and Megan Hilty to celebrate “Blonde Appreciation Month” #blondemonth

Blonde icon Megan Hilty joins John Frieda to kick off Blonde Appreciation Month to encourage blondes everywhere to share their unique vision of blonde with the world.

Encourage your followers to join in on the celebration too by uploading photos of what blonde means to them onto blondemonth.com. Select photos will become part of an “everlasting” artwork installation—a monument showcasing the nation’s collective vision of what it means to be blonde. Megan will personally unveil the art installation in New York City on June 27^th, showing the world what blonde looks like. 

 John Frieda Sheer Blonde Everlasting Blonde Shampoo and Conditioner are available at food, drug and mass retailers nationwide.

For more information on the or some more behind the scenes footage from John Frieda’s shoot with Megan Hilty, please visit here:

http://www.multivu.com/mnr/61555-megan-hilty-joins-john-frieda-sheer-blonde-hair-care

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