Blacklisted from the PTA: New Book Offers Laugh Out Loud Humor About Motherhood, Marriage, and Surviving the Suburbs

Rogers, AR (PRWEB) June 29, 2011

Between diapers, playdates, and a never-ending schedule of birthday parties, it?s a wonder parents have time and energy to procreate. Throw in cliquish PTA queens, complex neighborhood politics, and the fine art of lawn maintenance, and you start to understand why suburban parents actually crave quiet desperation?so long as it comes with a nap.

Blacklisted from the PTA (Jupiter Press, imprint of Wyatt-MacKenzie, July 2011) is an irreverent look at motherhood and the modern family. Humorist Lela Davidson (http://leladavidson.com/) has captured the attention of magazine editors across the United States and Canada with these stories of family life. And now they?re coming to a bookstore near you.

In Blacklisted from the PTA Lela takes you to Mexican bars, the hockey rinks of St. Louis, ski slopes near Santa Fe, shopping in Dallas, and even introduces you to a few strippers?the novices on the playgrounds of New York City, and the pros in Vegas. Lela says what the rest of us are thinking. Her hilarious observations and subtle satire are always spot on. She?s not afraid to reveal her screw-ups, along with fleeting delusional moments when she honestly believes she is the best mom ever.

????Writer Mama author Christina Katz (http://christinakatz.com/) described the book as ?Carrie Bradshaw meets Desperate Housewives.?

????iVillage (http://www.ivillage.com/) Chief Correspondent Kelly Wallace calls Blacklisted from the PTA laugh out loud funny and says it?s a ?truly entertaining read for any exhausted mom or mom-to-be.?

????BlogHer?s (http://www.blogher.com/) Rita Arens says ?Lela Davidson?s collection is witty and light. Perfect for red lights.?

????Humorist and Mouthy Housewife (http://www.mouthyhousewives.com/) Wendi Aarons says Blacklisted from the PTA is ?Funny, witty, insightful and the perfect read when you?re hiding in a bathroom stall during a PTA meeting.?

????In the book?s foreword, Life?s Too Short to Fold Fitted Sheets author Lisa Quinn (http://livewellnetwork.com/Home-With-Lisa-Quinn/7624608) calls Davidson self-deprecating, honest, and funny. ?Lela Davidson opens up so we can too. You?re going to love it."

Whether failing at cloth diaper origami or smug in knowledge that her children have never consumed a PopTart, Davidson assures parents they are not alone, and that it?s okay to laugh?at yourself, and at your kids. These are the stories of Everyparent?even if we don?t always tell them out loud. Each of these 62 essays can be read in under five minutes for a quick laugh?either with or at the author.

Lela Davidson is the Managing Editor of ParentingSquad.com and the Associate Editor of Peekaboo magazine. Her writing is featured regularly in family and parenting magazines throughout the country, and in Chicken Soup for the Soul: New Moms.

Blacklisted from the PTA is available in paperback from all major online retailers and in Kindle from Amazon.com - just in time to read at the pool!

Blacklisted from the PTA (Jupiter Press, imprint of Wyatt-MacKenzie, July 2011) 240 pages, $ 15.00, distributed internationally by INGRAM. For more information about this topic or to schedule an interview, please contact Lela Davidson at 479.366.4533 or ldavidson98(at)gmail(dot)com.

http://leladavidson.com/

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Valentine's Day Lingerie and Gifts from Yandy.com

Phoenix, AZ (Vocus/PRWEB) February 02, 2011

Chocolates. Roses. Lingerie. The three are synonymous with one thing; Valentine's Day. With the holiday, dedicated to filling the air with romance and love, just around the corner, renowned sexy wear purveyor, Yandy.com is reminding customers just where to find the latter of the three.

Whether it be a wife or girlfriend purchasing the barely there nighties, chemises and babydolls or husbands and boyfriends trying to spice up the night, Yandy makes shopping for those mesh and lace items easy, affordable and convenient. With more than 7,000 items in stock, Yandy boasts one of the largest selections of lingerie on the web. Yandy has everything anyone would need with more than 1,000 items dedicated to Valentine's Day lingerie alone including Valentine's Day panties, Valentine's Day stockings, Valentine's Day gifts and Valentine's Day accessories.

Yandy features an easy-to-navigate web site which allows for shoppers to find what they want when they want it. Each one of the items on Yandy also features a unique size chart, especially created for that item, so there is no guessing when it comes to selecting just the right size. Finding affordable items is never an issue when shopping at Yandy. With lingerie starting as low as $ 11.95 for a bra and panty set, customers will not have to break the bank at the price of looking sexy this Valentine's Day. In addition to low prices, Yandy offers free, same day shipping on orders more than $ 70. Customers who may have a question or concern will find the dedicated and friendly, customer service team available seven days a week. A feature rarely offered on e-commerce sites.

With thousands of products in stock in both standard and plus sizes, low pricing and high quality service, Yandy truly offers something for every woman.

In addition, for those shoppers that are not in the market for lingerie, just yet, Yandy also offers a large selection of Halloween costumes, swimwear, clothing and more. Yandy is a one-stop-shop for any woman's shopping needs.

About Yandy.com

E-commerce is on the rise and Yandy.com is one of the largest online retailers of lingerie, adult costumes, swimwear and clothing on the web. Founded in 2003, Yandy is an online retailer of lingerie, costumes, swimwear, clothing and more with more than 6,500 products always in stock at easily affordable prices. Yandy ensures every costumer will receive a safe, secure and private online shopping experience and is backed by COMODO online security and Google Checkout. Yandy is dedicated to customer service and only sells what is in stock which allows for quick, same day shipping. Offering the highest quality products at the most affordable prices in the market, Yandy has become a leader in ecommerce on the web. Yandy works closely with all of the manufacturers they distribute for and hand select all of the items on the Web site to ensure customers have the largest and most diverse collection to choose from. In addition, the customer service team at Yandy goes unmatched. With attentive and helpful operators, should a question or problem arise, the customer service team is always willing and able to assist. At Yandy, every customer can Be Sexy.

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Eco Nuts Releases New Skin Friendly Detergent Made from Soap Nuts

Marina Del Rey, CA (PRWEB) August 10, 2011

Eco Nuts, a environmentally friendly laundry detergent company has introduced a new liquid detergent based on soap nuts (soap berries) with only two other natural ingredients that eliminate the need for fabric softener and dryer sheets.

Those with sensitive skin, eczema and psoriasis will rejoice as Eco Nuts won?t aggravate any of these conditions while getting towels and laundry softer and fluffier than ever before. The hypoallergenic detergent has also been celebrated by cloth diapering moms as a fabulous way to keep their diapers clean and absorbent without the usual chemicals that irritate delicate baby skin.

The new Eco Nuts Liquid Detergent is made from soap nut extract ? which comes from a soap-bearing berry from a Himalayan tree, with only two other natural ingredients to preserve and stabilize for a long shelf life. This combination has proved to be a highly effective cleaner, requiring only a teaspoon for a regular load of laundry and a half teaspoon for High Efficiency front-loading machines. Handwashers can use just one tiny thimbleful in their sink with water. This highly concentrated liquid is packaged in recyclable aluminum ? making it lightweight to ship and easy to recycle.

?Many companies use cheap fillers ? we?ve taken all that out and gone back to basics,? says Scott Shields, former Pirates of the Caribbean actor and President of Eco Nuts. ?There is no need to ship water or utilize toxic chemicals -- all the cleaning and softening power is right here in these little berries.?

The 10 oz. aluminum bottles are smaller than a water bottle and can supply 120 High Efficiency loads.

?The bottles are gorgeous,? states Eco Nuts co-founder, Mona Weiss who designed the graphics. ?This is a product you want to display on your counter.?

The liquid also has other household uses ? it can be diluted further to use as a carpet cleaner and for washing windows and countertops.

The company?s commitment to the environment has been a guiding factor in its product development. By eliminating plastic packaging, using innovative proprietary selection techniques, and creating new innovative and effective products, Eco Nuts has carved out a unique place in the global green cleaning market that has been embraced by picky cloth-diapering moms and high-end clientele alike.

Eco Nuts Liquid Detergent formula is now starting to appear on store and e-store shelves throughout the US, Canada, and Asia.

Eco Nuts Liquid Detergent and Eco Nuts Soap Nuts contain no dyes, fragrances, fillers, enzymes or optical brighteners and are 100 percent SLS (sodium laurel sulfate) and phosphate-free.

Eco Nuts Liquid Detergent and Eco Nuts Soap Nuts are clean-rinsing detergents embraced by parents for its effectiveness on cloth diapers, and its gentleness on sensitive skin, eczema and psoriasis. More information can be found at http://www.EcoNutsSoap.com.

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Skincare Market Inc. Announces the Strength of the Antioxidant Skin Care System from SkinCeuticals that Can Help Treat Rosacea and Other Severe Conditions on the Skin

Los Angeles , California (PRWEB) August 27, 2011

Skincare Market Inc. now has the SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Gel at a huge discount to consumers. This specific gel is great for very sensitive skin from dry to oily and combination. It contains all natural ingredients that substitute for hydroquinone and other chemical skin lighteners which is very harmful to irritated skin.

SkinCeuticals Phyto Corrective Gel is for inflamed and problematic skin. This product also helps reduce brown spots that appear on the face while aging or due to sun exposure. It will diminish redness due to post- treatment and prepare for procedures to rejuvenate the skin.

SkinCeuticals is now compared to the best leading brand Obagi. Obagi has always been the top seller from Skincare Market Inc. SkinCeuticals is the perfect brand for any type of skin because it has a wide variety of products which the skin accustoms too.

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WhatSheBuys & Wacoal Team Up to Donate Funds Proceeds from Wacoal Bra Sales to Breast Cancer Research

(PRWEB) October 05, 2011

WhatSheBuys has teamed up with Wacoal to donate part of the proceeds of all Wacoal bras purchased at the WhatSheBuys store or online between October 2nd and October 16th to Susan G. Komen For the Cure for breast cancer research.

WhatSheBuys will donate $ 2 for every Wacoal bra purchase online at http://www.whatshebuys.com, by phone or in their San Marino retail store. In conjunction, Wacoal will donate an additional $ 2 for each Awareness or Embrace Lace bra purchase during the same time period. Those that purchase over $ 80 of Wacoal will receive a free cream and gold tote bag courtesy of Wacoal.

According to BreastCancer.Org, 1 in 8 women in the United States (12%) will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. ?One in eight are staggering numbers? said Cathy Kamimura, Chief Buyer at WhatSheBuys, ?anything we can do to help raise money for this worthwhile cause we will do. We are pleased to be honored to participate again this year. This cause is very dear to us as we have a number of friends who are breast cancer survivors and a number of friends who are fighting the disease right now" she concluded.

This is the third year that WhatSheBuys has teamed up with Wacoal to raise money for Susan G. Komen For the Cure for breast cancer research. WhatSheBuys was the first specialty retailer selected by Wacoal to participate in its Fi(gh)t For the Cure program in 2009 (before this, partnership in Wacoal?s Susan G. Komen promotions had been reserved exclusively for department stores).

For more than 10 years, through different promotions and events, Wacoal has surpassed over $ 2 million in donations to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Those interested in participating in this charitable event can find out more details at WhatSheBuys Wacoal Support The Girls? informational page or by calling 1-877-942-8743.

For more information, contact:

WhatSheBuys PR Department

1-877-942-8743????

About WhatSheBuys:

WhatSheBuys is a specialty retailer featuring world-class brands, 5 star rated service, free shipping and free gift wrap. WhatSheBuys is an authorized retailer of best-of-category, world-class brands for her, for him, for child, including Wacoal, Longchamp, Barefoot Dreams, SPANX, Sassybax, PHYTO, Anastasia of Beverly Hills, and UGG Australia. You can shop online at http://www.whatshebuys.com or visit its store in San Marino, CA.

About Wacoal:

Wacoal, the leader in designer intimate apparel in the United States, Japan, Asia and Europe is internationally known for the best fitting, highest quality bras in the world. The company spends months developing every bra and panty design, guaranteeing perfection and customer satisfaction. The designs are a combination of European elegance and a comfortable American fit. Wacoal manufactures an extensive size range from 32AA to 42H.

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New Homeopathic Products From Hyland?s Inc. Help Families Fight Coughs and Colds Naturally

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) November 02, 2011

Coughs and colds are a fact of life for families. Long trusted for its effective line of 4 Kids pediatric cough and cold products, Hyland?s Inc. has introduced two new homeopathic product lines: one for adults, and one for very young children seeking relief from the symptoms of seasonal illness.

Hyland?s new DEFEND Cold & Cough, DEFEND Cold & Cough Night and DEFEND Sinus, offer multi-symptom relief for adults in natural formulas that are non-drowsy and free from dyes, alcohol and sugar. Hyland's new, 100 percent natural Baby Cough Syrup is specially formulated for infants 6 months and older, to relieve symptoms for a variety of coughs without drowsy or stimulant side effects. Hyland?s family of cough and cold products are available nationally in chain drug stores, pharmacies, grocery stores, and supercenters.

Caring for those affected by seasonal colds can be a real headache for today?s family. Not only can children infect the rest of the household, they are likely to get sick more frequently than adults, and each illness can last for a week or longer. Children average six to eight colds per year, while the average adult catches two to four colds a year, causing approximately 150 million work days to be lost each year(1). Colds aren?t the only problem: sinus infections are estimated to affect as many as 37 million Americans each year, with 40 percent to 85 percent of those affected by common colds showing signs of inflamed sinuses(2).

While many reach for traditional medicines, at least 38 percent of adults use complementary and alternative medicine to treat common illnesses(3). Unlike most traditional over-the-counter (OTC) cold and sinus medicines, all of Hyland?s products are designed to relieve symptoms rather than suppressing them.

Hyland?s new DEFEND line for adults can be used to safely and effectively alleviate common cold and sinus-related symptoms without diphenhydramine, dextromethorphan or phenylephrine. DEFEND Cold & Cough soothes symptoms including nasal congestion, cough, sore throat and sneezing in a non-drowsy liquid formula that is ideal for daytime relief. DEFEND Cold & Cough Night is a liquid formula that is designed to alleviate cold symptoms as well as the occasional sleeplessness that accompanies them. DEFEND Sinus quick-dissolving tablets are specifically formulated to relieve symptoms of sinus pressure, headache, nasal congestion, sinus pain and fever associated with colds or allergies.

Building on the success of Hyland?s Cough Syrup with 100% Natural Honey 4 Kids for children ages 2 to 12 years old, Hyland?s new Baby Cough Syrup offers a solution to parents searching for over-the-counter medicines to ease an infant?s discomfort.

?Following the Food and Drug Administration?s 2008 warning about the safety of some ingredients used in OTC medicines for infant coughs and colds, parents have had few other options to ease their children?s discomfort,? said Amy Fox, vice president of product innovation at Hyland?s. ?Unlike most traditional OTC medicines that suppress symptoms, Hyland?s Baby Cough Syrup alleviates coughs due to colds by stimulating the body?s own defense mechanisms. The medicine itself was formulated specifically to cover the wide range of cold-related coughs, from the tickling cough to the dry cough.?

Hyland?s Baby Cough Syrup is a pleasant-tasting liquid that comes with a dosing syringe for accurate measurement and ease of delivery. It does not contain any aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, naproxen, pseudoephedrine or dextromethorphan.

?With the addition of the new Hyland?s DEFEND and Baby Cough Syrup products to our tried-and-trusted 4 Kids line of homeopathic remedies, it?s possible to treat the whole family naturally when coughs, colds and sinus problems strike,? said Fox, ?Our products work without contraindications to stimulate the body's natural healing response. It?s a safe and effective first line of defense against seasonal illness, particularly for the moms and dads who get sick when their children bring colds home from school and day care,? she noted.

Hyland?s DEFEND products will be available in Walgreens, Rite Aid, national grocery retailers and natural food stores for a suggested retail price of $ 12.99 each for the DEFEND Cold & Cough, DEFEND Cold & Cough Night and DEFEND Sinus. Hyland?s Baby Cough Syrup is expected to first be available in natural health stores by year end. Beginning in January 2012, Hyland?s Baby Cough Syrup will be available in chain drug stores, pharmacies, grocery stores, and supercenters, along with all Hyland's 4 Kids products. The product is suggested to retail at $ 9.99. For more information call 1-800-624-9659 or visit http://www.hylands.com.

About Hyland?s Inc.

Hyland?s, Inc., a division of Standard Homeopathic Co., develops homeopathic medicines with the highest-quality natural ingredients, following the strictest standards of preparation. With its commitment to excellence for over a century, Hyland?s consistently provides quality and integrity in every product. From Hyland?s Baby Teething Tablets to Hyland?s Calms Fort?, Hyland's cares for families at every stage of life. Consumers can trust all Hyland?s products to be natural, gentle, effective and safe for the entire family. For more information on products, visit http://www.hylands.com or http://www.facebook.com/Hylands.Health

(1) Garibaldi RA (1985). "Epidemiology of community-acquired respiratory tract infections in adults. Incidence, etiology, and impact". Am. J. Med. 78 (6B): 32?7.

(2) Virginia Hopkins Health Watch, http://www.virginiahopkinshealthwatch.com/2011/02/sinus-infection-alternative-solutions/.

(3) ?38 Percent of Adults and 12 Percent of Children Use Complementary and Alternative Medicine?, http://nccam.nih.gov/news/2008/121008.htm

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