April 19th is Brush Your Teeth at Work Day! (Giveaway)
We all know that we should brush and floss our teeth twice a day but on Brush Your Teeth at Work Day you’re being encouraged to add a third brushing to your daily routine.
Less than half of U.S. office workers keep a toothbrush at the office so that they can give their pearly whites a cleaning during the workday, according to a survey commissioned by Church & Dwight Co., Inc., the maker of ARM & HAMMER Spinbrush ProClean battery-powered toothbrushes and ARM & HAMMER Toothpaste. And of those workers who already take a toothbrush to work, about half of them are not brushing at the office on a daily basis.
To encourage more Americans to add a third brushing occasion to their day, ARM & HAMMER Spinbrush ProClean battery-powered toothbrushes has declared the third annual “Brush Your Teeth At Work Day” for Thursday, April 19, 2012.
courtesy of Arm & Hammer
As a flight attendant, fresh breath is high on my priority list especially on days when I’m flying 12+ hours. There are so many times when I find passengers right up in my face asking for something to drink or where their next gate is and I find myself feeling self-conscious about my breath. Not to mention all the friends and co-workers I see on a daily basis who I hug and kiss on the cheek.
I usually carry toothpaste and a toothbrush in my work tote and I try to make time between flights to brush my teeth. To me, clean teeth and fresh breath leads to confidence and a better work attitude. However, even though a manual toothbrush gets the job done, I’ve found that a battery-powered toothbrush like the ARM & HAMMER Spinbrush gets the job done even better . . . and faster.
“ARM & HAMMER Spinbrush ProClean provides a more efficient clean than a manual brush, removing up to 70% more plaque in hard-to-reach places,*” Seitter said. “And with time at a premium in the workplace, a battery-powered toothbrush may be more efficient in making your mouth feel its best, allowing you to finish the workday with confidence.” said Tim Seitter, VP of Oral Care Marketing, Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
Seitter also stated that by brushing with ARM & HAMMER Advance White Toothpaste, people can experience a deeper clean, removing up to 5X more plaque in hard-to-reach places.** ARM & HAMMER Advance White Toothpaste contains baking soda, which has long been recognized for its health benefits, such as acting as a natural buffer that maintains good pH levels inside the mouth by neutralizing acids, helping keep breath fresh for hours.
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I received a “Brush Your Teeth at Work Day” toiletry kit to take to work and try out for myself. It included a Pro Clean Spinbrush and an Arm & Hammer Advance White toothpaste within a clean logo toiletry tote. I liked that the tote was big enough to add in a few other things that I may need like dental floss, breath mints, and a travel sized bottle of mouth wash.
The Spinbrush runs on 2 AA batteries (included) and turns on with just a flick of a switch. The brush head is divided into two sections – the top circular area rotates around and around while the bottom section moves up and down (or side to side depending on how you look at it). This dual-action movement is clinically proven to remove up to 70% more plaque than a manual toothbrush.
The handle has indentations on the front and back where your fingers can properly grip the toothbrush. This ensures that you’ll be comfortable and more in control of your brushing.
However, the coolest part is that the dark blue bristles start to fade when it’s time to replace the brush head – approximately every 3 months. For some reason, I just can’t remember to replace my toothbrushes so a visual reminder is exactly what I need. To remove the head, just rotate it counterclockwise and pull apart. Very easy!
Ever since I’ve been taking my “Brush Your Teeth at Work Day” toiletry kit to work I’ve been making more of an effort to brush my teeth. I think it’s because the Spinbrush makes brushing so much easier . . . and fun. My arm also doesn’t get tired anymore from manually brushing the full 2 minutes.
So what are you waiting for? “Brush Your Teeth at Work Day” is coming up fast. Make sure you have your personal toiletry kit ready to go. Your teeth will thank you!
This post was written for Arm & Hammer who provided the complimentary items for review and giveaway.
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FeverAll for Infants and Children (Fever’s All Better Giveaway Incld. $20 Babies R Us GC))
I’m a firm believer in stocking my medicine cabinet with items that will help my girls feel better when they are sick. After all, there’s nothing worse than dragging a sick child to the store while you read medicine labels, talk to a pharmacist, and stand in line at the cashier’s station.
That being said, giving medicines to my younger girls can sometimes be a nightmare. They always tend to put up a fight and I end up with medicine on their clothes and on their faces. Of course, now I have no idea how much of it they actually swallowed and how much more I should give them.
Well, it looks like FeverAll has come up with a solution.
FeverAll is the top national brand of acetaminophen in suppository form. For more than 30 years, parents have relied on its accuracy and ease of use as a solution for fighting fever and pain in infants or children who can’t or won’t take a full dose of liquid acetaminophen orally.
FeverAll Children’s Strength (ages 3-6 years) and Jr. Strength (ages 6-12 years) formulas are also great alternatives for children who are unable or unwilling to take a full dose of acetaminophen orally, due to vomiting, or have difficulty swallowing due to physical or medical conditions. With FeverAll®, parents can be confident that their child has received the exact dosage of acetaminophen required for their age every single time. At less than one-inch in size, FeverAll is smaller than other acetaminophen suppositories, which makes it easier to administer in infants and children.
Acetaminophen dosing for children has never been simpler or more accurate. No more measuring, struggling with a feisty toddler or worrying if your child swallowed the full/proper dose because they’re spitting up or vomiting. What’s more, FeverAll® Infants’ Strength (ages six to 36 months) is the only infant acetaminophen product available that has dosing instructions on the label.
FeverAll is available at major retailers and drugstores across the U.S., such as Rite Aid, Walgreens and Walmart for a suggested retail price of approximately $7.00 for a package of six suppositories. Learn more about FeverAll at www.Feverall.com.
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I really like the idea of knowing that my girls will get the exact amount of medicine prescribed for their age and weight. I also like that there are no more sticky messes all over their clothes, the bed, and their faces. And I really like that FeverAll won’t interfere when the girls are already feeling nauseated.
So stock up on FeverAll just in case your child gets ill in the coming months. You’ll have peace of mind knowing that you’re prepared.
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Hyland’s Homeopathic Products for Babies & Children (Giveaway)
For me, one of the worst things is having a sick child. I feel so helpless when one of my girls is not feeling well. I usually keep my medicine cabinet stocked with OTC medications but I’ve recently learned about Hyland’s Homeopathic products and wanted to find out more.
Hyland’s Homeopathic Medicines are manufactured according to the standards set forth in the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States. We offer unique formulations and use only the highest quality materials in the preparation of our products. Our product line spans 3,500 items – from single remedies to combination medicines.
The active ingredients in Hyland’s homeopathic medicines work by stimulating the most effective healing force known – the body’s own natural defenses – and are therefore not heavy or overpowering. The medicines are virtually free of side effects and can be taken by nearly anyone at any time, from infants to the elderly, including anyone taking prescription medications.
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I really like the idea of giving my kids medications that are safe, gentle, and all-natural. And since Hyland’s manufactures products to help almost any ailment without the dangers of side effects, you’re sure to find the solution to whatever you’re looking for.
So the next time your child is not feeling well, turn to Hyland’s Homeopathic products to make them feel better quickly.
Hyland’s Baby products are now available at your local Walgreens!
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Soothe Sore Throat Pain w/ Chloraseptic and Luden’s (Giveaway)
Chloraseptic®, the #1 pharmacist-recommended brand for sore throat relief, is expanding its line to include new offerings just in time for the winter cold season. Chloraseptic’s® new Warming Sore Throat Lozenges and Sore Throat Lollipops are the latest to be added to the line of throat pain relief staples.
Chloraseptic® Medicated Sore Throat Lollipops have a great-tasting formula and are available in a 10-count box of individually wrapped pops with a variety of flavors including grape, strawberry and orange. The kid-friendly* formula provides fast-acting relief as it soothes sore throat and mouth pain on contact.
Chloraseptic® Warming Sore Throat Lozenges, which soothe throats with a warming sensation, are available in their popular Green Tea and Honey Lemon flavors. In addition to the warming ingredients and real honey, the new formula contains added benzocaine, which will help numb the pain and temporarily relieve irritation.
The new Chloraseptic® Sore Throat Lollipops are available in a 10-ct package and have a suggested retail price of $3.99 and the new Warming Sore Throat Lozenges are available in an 18-ct package for $3.99.
In addition to the new items, the Chloraseptic® line also includes a variety of other easy-to-use over-the-counter (OTC) products including great-tasting lozenges, throat sprays and pocket packs. For more information, visit www.chloraseptic.com.
Luden’s®, the iconic throat drop brand that has been soothing scratchy throats for over 130 years, is expanding its line to include a new orange flavored product made with real orange juice. The Luden’s® Orange Supplement Drops have a great-tasting, soothing formula that is vitamin-enriched with 100 percent of the recommended daily value of Vitamin C.
Traditionally used for temporarily relieving minor discomfort in the throat, the newest addition to the Luden’s® line also tastes great – just like the rest of the Luden’s® products. The new Luden’s® Supplement Drops are available in a 25-count bag and have a suggested retail price of $1.79.
In addition to the new orange drops, the line also includes a variety of great-tasting throat drops such as Wild Cherry, Sugar-Free Wild Cherry, Wild Honey and more. Luden’s® Throat Drops are available in 14-count packs with a suggested retail price of $.99 and bags of individually wrapped drops for $1.79.
For over 130 years Luden’s® throat drops have offered a delicious method for soothing a dry, scratchy throat. For more information on Luden’s® and the full line of products, log onto www.ludens.com.
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