Now, this is really cool.
Take a look at what just arrived on our doorstep ... a new queen sized mattress ordered from Amazon. Yes, that long roll is a
12" gel/memory foam mattress from Signature Sleep.
For convenience and cost savings,
Signature Sleep quality mattresses are shipped
compressed, rolled and vacuum sealed straight to your door, resulting in a
minimal carbon footprint.
You can order from
Amazon, Wayfair and Walmart with free shipping and depending on the mattress size (Twin-King) it only costs between
$116-$410. Such a big savings compared to purchasing at a mattress store.
Yes, I was a little skeptical and nervous about ordering a mattress that I had never tried out, but it worked out splendidly!
It was so easy and fun to unpack too! It expanded almost immediately; it was hard to imagine that it was ever rolled-up to begin with. Just watch the unpacking process as seeing is believing:
Previously, we had purchased our old expensive Euro Top mattress after our wedding almost 6 years ago. It was nice at first, but soon developed a lump in the middle that became the great divide between Raphael and I, lol. The lump became even more pronounced after the mattress was placed on its side for over a month during transport from our move from Los Angeles to New York. This then started causing back and neck problems for me. So, when it came time to move again, we didn't want to spend the money moving the heavy mattress, when we weren't even that happy with it. I also wanted to try a memory foam mattress since I'm a light sleeper and I know it absorbs movements better.
This time, we went with a
gel-infused memory foam mattress top, which allows for a cool night's sleep, so perfect for the warmer weather of Florida now.
Signature Sleep mattresses also contain foam whose manufacturing process is certified
eco-friendly. Their manufacturing process also prevents volatile organic compounds (VOC's) from being released into the atmosphere. Be sure and follow
Signature Sleep on Facebook for the latest mattress news and information.
UPDATE: We were so pleased with our new mattress that we then purchased another Signature Sleep mattress for our guest room and now two sets of friends who slept over were so impressed they ordered the same one.
UPDATE #2: The Signature Sleep mattress is holding up well, but I am
thinking of switching to the Casper mattress after hearing good things. I am excited to try the Casper mattress, another bed in a box startup companies’ products in the near future and will post a review shortly. I already have and am enjoying their pillow!
Disclaimer: I received a product sample to facilitate my review, but I liked it so much I purchased another mattress for our other room at our own cost.
I was recently notified that I made the following Top 50 Mommy Blogger List. Considering I've only been a mom for less than two years, it's pretty exciting to be on it :) I've also been checking out the other sites and have found some great reads and hope you do too. 
As part of the Peanuts Brand Ambassador program, I have some more fun facts and insight into A Charlie Brown Christmas to share.
There is no better way to welcome the fall than with the Febreze scents of Toasted Almond, Sugared Cranberry, Spiced Pear, Vanilla Latte and Autumn Harvest. I was able to try out The Febreze Home Harvest Collection at Walmart via this adorable scentspiration box that I received from She Speaks. Seriously, how cute is this mailer? I've been using it as a centerpiece for my kitchen table.
Not sure if you noticed the Peanuts banner in my sidebar recently, but I'm excited to share that I'm one of 30 bloggers who have been selected to participate as a brand ambassador to celebrate 50 Years on Television for A Charlie Brown Christmas. There is no compensation for being part of the program, just exclusive access to news, giveaways and interviews from Peanuts Worldwide.
Now that we actively trying to do more one-on-one outings with our sons, we found the need for a third Convertible Car Seat for Raphael's car. So, we just installed a Britax Boulevard convertible car seat (still rear-facing until our boys turn two) in the Laguna fashion. We did it together while the boys were napping and were amazed at how easy it was. Now, we can do separate activities with the boys, Daddy can take one boy with him on his errands while I take the other boy out with me..jpg)
When traveling it's hard to find quality tea. Sure, there's always a local cafe for coffee aficionados, but not all carry tea and if they do it's usually the generic pressed tea bags that taste bitter. I use this trick to pack loose leaf tea, but it's still a pain having to carry all the accompanying gadgets in order to drink it.
