The First Years Welcome to the Family Video Contest
*Disclaimer:I was not compensated for this post.
Is your family unique? If your answer is, "of course" then you need to enter The First Years contest in search of online reality stars to show America what the "first year" is really all about!
The First Years is looking for a cast of characters from a wide variety of backgrounds to show America what the first years of parenting are really all about. New parents with children ages newborn to 20 months, and expecting parents, are all invited to enter All it takes is a quick Smartphone video and a story (100 words or less) about what makes your family unique. Once you enter, your family has the chance to star in a new online reality series plus score $7,500+ in prizes. New and expecting parents, what are you waiting for? Contest entry ends March 1, so grab your camera, get rolling and head over to family.thefirstyears.com. |
Alex Toys ZOOB sets & a Back to School Giveaway!
*Disclaimer: I was not compensated for this post. I received a complimentary product for review purposes. All opinions are my own.
My boys are super creative and love building things. The Alex Toys ZOOB Jr. sets are perfect for them to express their building creativity & even daddy got in on some of the fun. The sets are all compatible and come with idea cards for inspiration and they are the perfect activity for getting their little minds back into "school" mode making them use the critical thinking skills creatively to build fabulous things.
-SD I have partnered up with a few fellow bloggers: Danielle from DellahsJubilation , Karen from MamiDoesItAll , Nicole from MommyTipsByCole , Nellie from BrooklynActiveMama & Shirley from NewMommyBliss to offer you the chance to enter to win an amazing Back-To-School prize package that includes the Alex Toys ZOOB Jr. 55 pc. set & Racing Set, Vera Bradley backpack, Purell prize pack & $50 Gift Card, Mabels Labels Back to School Combo & Stylish Scholars Combo, Nature Smart Star Wars Gummy Vitamins, a pair of Stride Rite shoes, Personalized Yubo lunchbox, credit for one FabKids outfit, Hallmark sound charm, Freebies 2 Deals book and Vamousse starter kit! Giveaway is open to U.S.A resident only ages 18 and over prize fulfillment is the responsibility of the sponsoring brands. |
Enter to WIN a Holiday McCafe gift basket!
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World Osteoporosis Day 10/20 (giveaway)
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International Chocolate Lovers Day Giveaway! (US only)
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Fitness Mag & Aetna Twitter Chat 9/12 2pm-3pm
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Fitness Magazine (@FitnessMagazine) and Aetna (@Aetna) are hosting a Twitter chat this Thursday, 9/12 from 2-3pm EST, asking the Twitter-sphere, “what’s your healthy?”. Healthy can mean different things to different people—and we want to hear what’s yours.
When: Thursday, 9/12 from 2-3pm EST
Topic: Join @Aetna + friends for a national conversation on “what’s your
healthy?” for tips & tricks on how to get fit, eat healthy & feel great!
#AetnaMyHealthy
Hosts: Keri Gans: @kerigans registered Dietitian & panelist
Christie Griffin: @FitnessMagazine Fitness magazine’s Digital Director
More Details: http://whatsyourhealthy.com/
When: Thursday, 9/12 from 2-3pm EST
Topic: Join @Aetna + friends for a national conversation on “what’s your
healthy?” for tips & tricks on how to get fit, eat healthy & feel great!
#AetnaMyHealthy
Hosts: Keri Gans: @kerigans registered Dietitian & panelist
Christie Griffin: @FitnessMagazine Fitness magazine’s Digital Director
More Details: http://whatsyourhealthy.com/
Baby Loves Disco back in NYC!One of my favorite family fun events is back in New York City at the Marina at Pier 57 (Westside hwy & 15th St) on Wednesday, August 14th from 2-430 pm! There will be a Chalk Art Station, face painting, a mural wall, crafts plus light snacks and food trucks on site to purchase more yummy food! We can't wait to check out the new amazing venue! Tickets are only $10 per person or $25 for a family 4 pack! Enter to win a family 4 pack or You can purchase your tickets here!
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Baby Loves DiscoWe got a chance to jam in our pajamas at Baby Loves Disco: The Original Family Dance Party at Le Poisson Rouge. This party was truly amazing and it was really fun for the whole family. There was music, tons of complimentary snacks and drinks, face painting, arts & crafts, "dance-offs", dancing, disco lights and the bar was open for adults to purchase drinks.
"Baby loves disco is an afternoon dance party featuring real music spun and mixed by real djs blending classic disco tunes From the 70s, & 80s with today’s hottest dance tunes…..guaranteed to get those little booties moving and grooving." BLD will be back in #NYC this Sunday, June 9th and you can enter to win a family 4 pack of tickets here! |
Melissa & Doug Easter Shop and Giveaway
Melissa & Doug have awesome toys all year round and now for Easter you can shop their Top Easter Toys in time to fill those little Easter Baskets. Visit the site to create your own Melissa & Doug Easter basket using a Happy Giddy pail, Blossom Bright Kids' Gardening Tote or even a Bella Butterflys Kids' Cart. There are also a number of Melissa & Doug personalized gifts for Easter and a variety of Easter Basket stuffers. Have fun shopping and remember to enter the Easter Basket Giveaway! Start your Easter shopping now and use the promo codes!
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Milk Making Cookies
In my seemingly unending quest to boost my milk supply, I came across a delicious solution: MilkMakers. Milk makers are cookies that are made with ingredients to assist with your body’s natural method of milk production.The delicious cookies include ingredients such as: oats, brewer’s yeast and flax seed. I tried two favors, the chocolate chip oatmeal and the oatmeal cookies, they were completely delectable! I did notice a slight increase in my milk supply after eating the cookies for a few days. Milkmakers come in a variety of flavors and are delivered directly to your house plus there is an option to subscribe monthly! The package suggests that you eat 2 cookies a day and I looked forward to this treat daily. The only problem I had was keeping the cookies all to myself: my toddler exclaimed: "mommy, you have to share your cookies!" Milkmakers now offers Mom-on-the-Go Individually wrapped cookies that you can carry in your purse, diaper bag when you are on the go! Enter to win a 20 pack below!
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*Disclaimer: We were not compensated to write this post; however, we were sent samples.
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*Disclaimer: We were not compensated to write this post; however, we were sent samples.
*Sarah Y.- I would love to get these to give to my childbirth students! Our last class is about postpartum and breastfeeding. These would make a great snack and gift.
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Here's what you had to say...
*Jane M.- All the art work is absolutely beautiful. So soothing. I really love the recycled paper bird mobile and the pink feather. This was a really tough choice I must say.
*Valerie B.-I love all their products-my 4 grand children have their rooms decorated in CID designs and my pre-K classroom as well. I particularly love the manner cards--gentle, lovely reminders *Gina K.-I just love their roots collection, especially the Korea print. I also love the Compassion Map *Michelle C.-I love the 'my travels world' map and the 'family routine' print. The LOs are world travelers in the making and i think the print would make a nice addition to our lounging area! |
Melissa & Doug Terrific Twenty Giveaway is Back!
The Melissa & Doug Terrific Twenty Giveaway is back for 20 more days of holiday fun! From now through December 19th, there is another round of daily giveaways on the Melissa & Doug Facebook page! Each day a fan will win a toy straight from the Terrific Twenty List! The toys include gifts for children ages 1 and up! Enter to win here!
Melissa & Doug Terrific Twenty List and Giveaway
Melissa & Doug is one of our favorite toy companies and we are so excited that they have just released their Terrific Twenty Holiday Gifts for 2012. The list includes toys suitable for children age 1 and up and retail from $9.99 and up! A few of our favorites are the Magic Mine Wooden Train Tunnel Set, Switch & Spin Magnetic Gear Board, Suspend family Game and our must have travel toy/accessory the Trunki!
The holidays are just around the corner, so you know what that means….time for
the Melissa & Doug “Terrific Twenty” list! This list compiles the “best of the best” holiday gifts for the 2012 holiday season, and we’re excited to share it here with you!
To celebrate, they are having a “20 Days of Terrific Twenty” Giveaway on our Facebook page! Every day from November 6 thru November ) they will be giving away one item from theTerrific Twenty list to at least one of our lucky Facebook fans! Plus you can enter to win a Trunki here!
Here's what fans have to say:
*Jane M. These guys really are the essence of a classic Christmas. They last forever .
The holidays are just around the corner, so you know what that means….time for
the Melissa & Doug “Terrific Twenty” list! This list compiles the “best of the best” holiday gifts for the 2012 holiday season, and we’re excited to share it here with you!
To celebrate, they are having a “20 Days of Terrific Twenty” Giveaway on our Facebook page! Every day from November 6 thru November ) they will be giving away one item from theTerrific Twenty list to at least one of our lucky Facebook fans! Plus you can enter to win a Trunki here!
Here's what fans have to say:
*Jane M. These guys really are the essence of a classic Christmas. They last forever .
THIRTYMOMMY #LIBRACHAT Twitter Party 10/29Join us to chat about the awesomeness that are Libras! We will be discussing astrological characteristics and facts from my favorite astrological website GaneshaSpeaks.com , likes/dislikes and how you celebrated a birthday with a Libra! RSVP and tweet for a chance to win 1 of 5 awesome prizes!
WHO: @thirtymommy & @A_thirtymommy WHAT: #Librachat Twitter Party WHEN: Monday, October 29, 2012 at 7PM EST. WHERE: #Librachat hashtag on Twitter WHY: To celebrate Libras HOW: RSVP & Tweet for a chance to win a prize! *Be sure to follow @A_ThirtyMommy too because she will be announcing the winners! *Winners will be selected from a combination of responses to fun trivia and conversational questions. This giveaway is open to U.S. residents age 18 or older. |
P.S. What Makes You Smile?P.S. from Aéropostale is running its second annual ‘What Makes You Smile’ T-Shirt Design
Contest encouraging kids to design their own t-shirts expressing what makes them smile. Any student in grades 1-5 are encouraged to visit pswhatmakesyousmile.com to sign up. Enter now through October 31st. The grand prize winners will receive a $500 gift card and a $1000 school donation (there will be 1 winner per grade). This Thursday, October 25th from 4pm to 6pm there is a P.S. instore event with chances to win gift cards, T-Shirt designing and fun fun fun! (Email scherrie@thirtymommy.com for complete info). -SD *Disclaimer: I was not compensated to write this post |
MISSION POSSIBLE
Mission Possible was an exhilarating and informative read, this book helped me to identify and accept the disheartening facts that American Society places little or no value on the profession of teaching. As I turned through the pages, eager to read more of what the authors had to say, I was shocked and appalled by how little professional development and support teachers receive in the traditional American public schools. Consequently, American society has willingly seemed to sit by idly and accept the fact that our politicians experiment with education by throwing money at the problem (Head Start, Title 1, No Child Left Behind) and never truthfully finding a resolution. However, Eva Moskowitz and Arin Lavinia broke the mold and took on the politicians with a dream and passion of turning education around.
Moskowitz and Lavinia highlighted the value of the teaching profession, by inspiring, preparing, and supporting teachers throughout their careers. In doing so, they challenged the belief system that all children regardless of social-economic status were able to achieve higher levels of learning if they had innovative and knowledgeable teachers. Nevertheless, Moskowitz and Lavinia didn’t stop there; they developed a system that encouraged and enabled administrators, teachers, parents, and students to work together collaboratively in order to ensure that students were receiving a stellar education (Cycle of Teacher Improvement, Partnership with Parents, and Let Students do the Thinking). Their Harlem Success Academies make school a magical place where students are cultivated to dream and wonder.
Furthermore, the rigorous curriculum (THINK Literacy) set the bar higher for both teachers and students. THINK Literacy was designed by Moskowitz and Lavinia to foster, demand, provoke, and urge critical thinking. Students are given an active role in their learning and are viewed as scholars on the road to college. The Succe Academies emphasize high values on the development of both staff and students, which is evident in the resources put forth for Professional Development, T-School, Teaching and Principal Fellowships, Science Labs, Kindles, Tutoring, Saturday School etc.
Mission Impossible was the breath of fresh air I needed to believe in the concept that competition is necessary to improve education across America. The Success Academies have demonstrated through focusing on teachers and administrators, engaging students and parents and the learning process, and implementing rigorous curriculums that higher-level learning is possible for all American students. In addition, when professionals are able to perfect their craft it creates a feeling of pride and accomplishment, which increases morale, and delivers efficiency.
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. I was compensated for the post. All opinions expressed are my own.
Moskowitz and Lavinia highlighted the value of the teaching profession, by inspiring, preparing, and supporting teachers throughout their careers. In doing so, they challenged the belief system that all children regardless of social-economic status were able to achieve higher levels of learning if they had innovative and knowledgeable teachers. Nevertheless, Moskowitz and Lavinia didn’t stop there; they developed a system that encouraged and enabled administrators, teachers, parents, and students to work together collaboratively in order to ensure that students were receiving a stellar education (Cycle of Teacher Improvement, Partnership with Parents, and Let Students do the Thinking). Their Harlem Success Academies make school a magical place where students are cultivated to dream and wonder.
Furthermore, the rigorous curriculum (THINK Literacy) set the bar higher for both teachers and students. THINK Literacy was designed by Moskowitz and Lavinia to foster, demand, provoke, and urge critical thinking. Students are given an active role in their learning and are viewed as scholars on the road to college. The Succe Academies emphasize high values on the development of both staff and students, which is evident in the resources put forth for Professional Development, T-School, Teaching and Principal Fellowships, Science Labs, Kindles, Tutoring, Saturday School etc.
Mission Impossible was the breath of fresh air I needed to believe in the concept that competition is necessary to improve education across America. The Success Academies have demonstrated through focusing on teachers and administrators, engaging students and parents and the learning process, and implementing rigorous curriculums that higher-level learning is possible for all American students. In addition, when professionals are able to perfect their craft it creates a feeling of pride and accomplishment, which increases morale, and delivers efficiency.
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. I was compensated for the post. All opinions expressed are my own.
Kars4Kids Backpack Giveaway
The Kars4Kids Car Donation Program has announced the first locations for its new Back To School Backpack Giveaway program. While free backpacks are available online to the public on the Kars4Kids backpack page, the live events will allow parents to receive the handy school accessory in person and on the spot. Five locations have been announced with the possibility of more being added in the future.
Kars4Kids is teaming up with local politicians and community organizers in many areas to pick the perfect locations that will target the segments of the population that need this help the most. “There are so many hard-working families out there that just can’t make ends meet in this economy,” a Kars4Kids spokeswoman said Tuesday. “It’s a privilege to be able to do our small part, along with our wonderful partners, to help these families and their children.”
Among the local representatives partnering with Kars4Kids in this initiative are New York Congressman Ed Towns, Councilwoman Melissa Mark-Viverito, Councilman Ruben Wills, Councilman James Vacca and NYCHA Chairman John Rhea, as well as other community members, who are all dedicated to improving the education of New York’s children.
Over the course of three days, Kars4Kids is expecting to distribute over 3,000 backpacks, with distribution in five different locations, and is anticipating and preparing for a large turnout. Kars4Kids will be working closely with local officials to ensure that the giveaways take place in an orderly manner with everyone having a chance to receive one of the high-quality, stylish backpacks.
The backpack program is just one of the many educational initiatives Kars4Kids employs throughout the year to help children reach their educational potential.
Follow Kars4Kids on Facebook to stay up to date on Kars4Kids activities throughout the year.
Kars4Kids is teaming up with local politicians and community organizers in many areas to pick the perfect locations that will target the segments of the population that need this help the most. “There are so many hard-working families out there that just can’t make ends meet in this economy,” a Kars4Kids spokeswoman said Tuesday. “It’s a privilege to be able to do our small part, along with our wonderful partners, to help these families and their children.”
Among the local representatives partnering with Kars4Kids in this initiative are New York Congressman Ed Towns, Councilwoman Melissa Mark-Viverito, Councilman Ruben Wills, Councilman James Vacca and NYCHA Chairman John Rhea, as well as other community members, who are all dedicated to improving the education of New York’s children.
Over the course of three days, Kars4Kids is expecting to distribute over 3,000 backpacks, with distribution in five different locations, and is anticipating and preparing for a large turnout. Kars4Kids will be working closely with local officials to ensure that the giveaways take place in an orderly manner with everyone having a chance to receive one of the high-quality, stylish backpacks.
The backpack program is just one of the many educational initiatives Kars4Kids employs throughout the year to help children reach their educational potential.
Follow Kars4Kids on Facebook to stay up to date on Kars4Kids activities throughout the year.
BACK TO SCHOOL WITH LAND'S ENDSummer is winding down and it's that time of year again: time for Back-to-School shopping. So, why not shop and have some fun with Land's End? They feature casual wear, active wear, outerwear, uniforms and even back to school accessories! Land's End is a quality timeless clothing line for the whole family that has been around for almost 50 years! In between shopping on the website you can have some fun by "liking" your favorite outfit between August 6th-August 13th on the Lan'd End Facebook page . Girls photo album. Boys photo album. The team of stylists will pick the two best styled looks and email the winners on Friday, August 16th.
-SD *Disclaimer: I was not compensated to write this post, however,I will receive a complimentary lunch box and I was entered to win a gift card.. |
HUGGIES MOMINSPRED GRANTS
The Huggies MomInspired grant is a $15,000 grant awarded to moms to assist and help fund their development of an original product ideas and startup businesses.
At Huggies® we recognize that there is a dynamic and talented community of moms who strive to make life as a parent easier and more enjoyable every day. It's what we strive for too. That's why we want to inspire moms from all walks of life to channel some of their best moments of ingenuity into products that help improve the lives of all moms.
Previous grant recipients have developed products such as:
*Nausea relief band to ease pregnancy symptoms
*Magnetic baby clothing for easy diaper changes
*Sleep coaching
*Disclaimer: I was not compensated to write this post, however, I was entered to win a gift card and products from past recipients.
At Huggies® we recognize that there is a dynamic and talented community of moms who strive to make life as a parent easier and more enjoyable every day. It's what we strive for too. That's why we want to inspire moms from all walks of life to channel some of their best moments of ingenuity into products that help improve the lives of all moms.
Previous grant recipients have developed products such as:
*Nausea relief band to ease pregnancy symptoms
*Magnetic baby clothing for easy diaper changes
*Sleep coaching
*Disclaimer: I was not compensated to write this post, however, I was entered to win a gift card and products from past recipients.
WIN 1-MONTH JENNY-SET-GO PROGRAM! As a member of "Team Jenny" while walking in the American Heart Association Wall Street Run & Heart Walk on May 31st in NYC with Brand Ambassador, Valerie Bertinelli, I was given a 30 day Jenny-Set-Go Program including cost of food (valued at over $500) and I am giving it away! Enter to win it below!
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Only have a little to lose? Or do you just want to give Jenny a try? Our 4-week get-up-and-get-going program supports you with personalized consultations, activity plans, meal plans and tools to help you succeed in only 28 days.
What's the Plan, Stan?
We've created 28 easy-to-follow cards with your delicious daily menu, "Slimspiration" messages to keep you motivated, and tips to help you shed extra pounds.
Move It and Lose It
Regardless of your current activity or fitness level, we've got workouts just for you. And you won't need a gym membership or lots of equipment.
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Little Miss Coppertone Contest
This summer, Coppertone is giving all little girls the opportunity to erepresent this wholesome and charming icon with their Little Miss Coppertone Contest.
Coppertone is celebrating little girls by searching for the one who best embodies the spirit of Coppertone. All you have to do is submit a photo of your little girl, ages 2-8, by June 22nd to enter. Special guest judge, Alison Sweeney will lead the judging team in selecting finalists starting on July 13th. The winner gets a dream family vacation and will be featured in a Coopertone print ad. Enter Now!
No purchase necessary. Contest ends on 6/22/12. Click for details.
*Disclaimer: I was eneterd for a chance to win a gift card in exchange for this post.
Coppertone is celebrating little girls by searching for the one who best embodies the spirit of Coppertone. All you have to do is submit a photo of your little girl, ages 2-8, by June 22nd to enter. Special guest judge, Alison Sweeney will lead the judging team in selecting finalists starting on July 13th. The winner gets a dream family vacation and will be featured in a Coopertone print ad. Enter Now!
No purchase necessary. Contest ends on 6/22/12. Click for details.
*Disclaimer: I was eneterd for a chance to win a gift card in exchange for this post.
PAST GIVEAWAYS!
Uprinting Giveaway!Enter to win a set of custom stickers from Uprinting. These stickers can be used for branding, campaigns, packaging, promotions, arts & crafts, etc.
Prize Information: 250 pcs. stickers for one (1) winner 2" x 3.5" Label Matte Front Only Printing 4 Business Days Turnaround *Free shipping Restriction: Limited to *US residents 18 years old and above only Discaimer: "You should assume that I will receive free print products in exchange for the post. Any and all reviews posted are based solely on my own experience and may be atypical. Please practice due diligence in making any related purchase decisions. Interested to hold a giveaway like this? Please sign up here.” |
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What would you use the Uprint custom labels for?I would use the custom stickers on my canvas paintings that I make for childrens' rooms. It would be something unique to represent me and my work.--Vernell
This looks great! I can always use labels for gifts and various projects. I love this site!--Gabrielle These stickers would be an amazing way to brand my teaching materials and not to mention a custom seal for my housewarming invitations! --Andrea |
"Lazoo is a quality conscious lifestyle children's brand emphasizing award-winning design, creativity, and play. It was founded by two dads, with eight kids between them. Inspired by an internationally best-selling series of Japanese children's books, our unique products embody the same core mission: to foster a child's creative process, encourage self-expression and empower the imagination!"
I was introduced to the Lazoo brand when I attended the grand opening of J&R jr. and I instantly fell in love with the company. Their use of vibrant colors and cute animal characters makes their products one of a kind. They make clothes, accessories, books, toys and apps! My 2 year old son loves his Squiggles Drawing book where he is able to be creative with his squiggles by creating cotton candy, wool on sheep, spaghetti, beards and much, much more. Lazoo also created a matching Squiggles app for the ipad that is a great follow up in conjunction to the book. The app assists with fine motor skill development through multisensory learning as well as providing a creative outlet for my toddler. The app is engaging, easy to use and navigate and best of all its free! Follow this link to get the app! http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/squiggles%21/id498599631?ls=1&mt=8
I was introduced to the Lazoo brand when I attended the grand opening of J&R jr. and I instantly fell in love with the company. Their use of vibrant colors and cute animal characters makes their products one of a kind. They make clothes, accessories, books, toys and apps! My 2 year old son loves his Squiggles Drawing book where he is able to be creative with his squiggles by creating cotton candy, wool on sheep, spaghetti, beards and much, much more. Lazoo also created a matching Squiggles app for the ipad that is a great follow up in conjunction to the book. The app assists with fine motor skill development through multisensory learning as well as providing a creative outlet for my toddler. The app is engaging, easy to use and navigate and best of all its free! Follow this link to get the app! http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/squiggles%21/id498599631?ls=1&mt=8
Lazoo also makes great clothes and accessories perfect for babies and toddlers. I bought my toddler the Bobu Sweater Knit Gloves and we both love them!. They are warm, functional,cute plus they fit his small toddler hands perfectly!