Shop Till the Card Doesn't Swipe #2

With Summer just around the corner, I thought I'd share some really great items for those who may be traveling this season.

Packing Cubes from eBags - This 3-bag set comes in small for toiletries, medium for pjs and underwear, and large for regular clothes. The theory is that you would pack these items in the specified bag which would then make it easier to unpack at the hotel. Small bag goes in the bathroom, medium bag goes in the drawer, large bag goes in the closet. Being an organization fanatic, I actually like this idea! The set sells for $25.

CARES Airplane Safety Restraints for Infants & Toddlers - I have yet to see anyone use this on my flights but it seems like a good idea. This restraint is for kids from 1-4 years old and takes the place of lugging around and using a car seat. I kind of like that! It's been approved by the FAA and is available at Amazon.com for $75.00.

Luggage Tags & Passport Covers from Kit2Fit - Ever since a passenger walked off the plane with my rollerboard, I've been trying to find a luggage tag that would make my generic black bag stand out from the crowd. I love the colorful and modern patterns Kit2Fit has! Tags are $9.99 and Passport Covers are $19.95.

Friday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Gather Little by Little - $75 to Amazon.com (June 1st)
• Contest Blogger - $100 cash (June 1st)
  
• Training4Cyclists - $25 via PayPal (June 5th)
• Boys' Life - Eureka Tretragon 9 Tent (July 30th)
  
• The Watson Review - $25 Visa Gift Card (end of every month)

Just for Men

• A Monkey on the Roof - Father's Day Tee (June 8th)
  

Just for Women

• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Sweetleaf Massage Oil (May 31st)
• Pink Lemonade - Spring into Summer Giveaway (May 31st)
  
• Bloggy Giveaways - $50 to This Is It (June 2nd)
• Chic Shopper Chick - Bath Luve (June 5th)
  

Just for Kids

• Kids Health Notes - A Pair of Pediped Shoes (June 2nd)
  
• A Wrestling Addicted Mommy's Blog - Little Fit Hat (June 5th)
• Fun and Free Giveaways - $25 to Oopsie Dazie (June 5th)
• teensygreen - $35 to Wild Dill (June 6th)
  
• mod*mom - Futuristic Plasma Car (June 23rd)
  
• Li Kids- Cabbage Patch Doll Giveaway (July 27th)
  

Baby Essentials

• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Baby Blanket from AllyZabba (June 5th)
  

Home & Kitchen

• Kids Health Notes - Penguin Puffs & Leapin Lemurs Cereal (June 2nd)
  
• Mom Logic - $100 to Trader Joe (June 7th)
• Audrey's Spot - Tupperware Cereal Container (June 30th)
  

Books for GrownUps

• SideReel - Law & Order Criminal Intent DVD Set (May 31st)
• Green Clean Mom - Backcountry Betty Roughing it in Style by Jennifer Worick (May 31st)
  
• The Opinionated Parent - Child of Wonder by Ginger Carlson (June 5th)
• Cool Moms Rule - Sleep Deprived No More by Dr. Jodi Mindell (June 5th)
  
• Grrl TV - In Plain Sight Giveaway (June 10th)
  

Thursday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• One Chic Mama - $10 Gas Card (June 1st)
  

Just for Men

• Mamanista - Bird Dog Bay Neckwear Tie (June 9th)
  

Just for Women

• The Hostess With The Mostess - Sex and the City Giveaway (May 31st)
  
• Purple Pink and Orange - Vera Bradley Messenger Bag (May 31st)
  
• Lipstick to Crayons - Winner's choice of Nankeen tote or big bag (June 3rd)
  
• Lookit! I Spy . . . - Sex and the City Soundtrack & $25 Fandango Movie Gift Certificate (June 4th)
• No Time Mom - Save the Ta-Tas Gift Basket (June 5th)
  
• The Little Window Shoppe - Pink Bench Headband (June 8th)
  

Just for Kids

• Out With The Kids - Frances England Family Tree kids' CD (June 1st)
  
• Cool Moms Rule - Prima Princessa Swan Lake DVD (June 3rd)
• The Opinionated Parent - Little Capers Big Cape of your choice (June 4th)
• Pink With Sparkles - Monster Go Away! spray (June 4th)
  
• Green Mom Finds - 12 fabric monsters from Green Party Goods (June 5th)
• Boutique Cafe - African Dreamland CD from Putumayo Kids (June 5th)
  

Baby Essentials

• Mindful Momma - HAPPYBABY Baby Food Prize Package (June 3rd)
• Sassyfrazz - Tee or Onesie from Rebel Ink Shirt (June 6th)
  
• Traveling With Baby - Prince Lionheart's BebePOD PLUS baby seat (June 8th)
• Kidoinfo - Umi pre-walker infant shoes in winner's choice of size and style (June 9th)
  
• From Dates to Diapers, and Beyond - Graco Pack 'n Play (June 20th)
  

Home & Kitchen

• Boutique Cafe - The Apron Lady Giveaway (June 5th)
  

Wednesday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Ear Sucker - Various prizes including a Guitar (June 18th)
  
• Shauryadeep - $200 cash via PayPal (June 20th)

Just for Men

• Traveling Mamas - LUSH Gift Box (June 3rd)
  

Just for Women

• BlogHer - Tickets to BlogHer '08 in San Francisco (May 30th)
  
• dkMommy Spot - Skin Care Trial Kits from Alchemilla (June 2nd)
  

Just for Kids

• Bloggy Giveaways - 4 Games from Wiggity Bang (June 1st)
  
• Cool Moms Rule - Piano for Preschoolers (June 2nd)
  
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Dinosaur from The Willow Tree (June 3rd)
  
• Hip Mama's Place - A Pair of Robeez Shoes (June 4th)

Baby Essentials

• Traveling with Baby - a pair of ShooShoos (June 1st)
• The Opinionated Parent - Wupzey High Chair Food Catcher (June 3rd)
  
• Mama Loves Giveaways - Wupzey High Chair Food Catcher (June 4th)
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Organic "Mini Pools" BabyLegs (June 4th)
  

Home & Kitchen

• Genesis Moments - Rice Cooker Plus from Pampered Chef (May 30th)
• Close to Home - 30-count Box of Personalized Fruit RollUps (May 30th)
• Fun and Free Giveaways - Personalized Place Mats from Rock Paper Scissors Invitations (June 1st)
• Now What Baby - Wash Cloth Lollipops from Sassy Pink Boutique (June 3rd)
  

Books & Movies for GrownUps

• Jessica & Ashlee - My Dad, My Hero: Thoughts on Fatherhood (June 8th)
  

Tuesday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Walk With Me - Motorola Tracfone (May 31st)
  
• Metropolitan Mama - $40 gift certificate to framAgram (June 2nd)
• Lipstick to Crayons - Birthday Blog Bash Giveaway (June 3rd)
  
• Concho Lake AZ - various prizes included an iPod Shuffle (June 4th)
• What's That Smell? - $10 to Starbucks (June 6th)
  

Just for Women

• Musing of a Housewife - Hip-T of your choice (May 29th)
  
• I Love Give-A-Ways - Personalized Sterling Silver Necklace (June 1st)
• Musings by Melinda Zook - Therapeutic Facial Repair Formula (June 6th)
  

Just for Kids

• Hip Mama's Place - Braincandy "5 Senses" DVD Series (June 2nd)
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Boon Treat Ball (June 2nd)
• The Opinionated Parent - Secret Agent 23 Skidoo CD (June 2nd)
  
• Green Mom Finds - Sand Play Set from Green Toys (June 3rd)
  

Baby Essentials

• tutus & turtles - Bibs & Burp Cloth set from Maisey Mae (May 29th)
• Bloggy Giveaways - Orange Mod Highchair from Mozzee Designs (May 31st)
  
• lilSugar - $100 to BabyStyle (June 1st)
  
• Mommy Mandy - 3 Holiday Bibs from Violet Gumdrop (June 2nd)
• MommyVents - Bib & Burp Cloth Set from woobeekids (June 2nd)
  
• Metropolitan Mama - adem + anais Muslim Wraps for Swaddling (June 2nd)
  

Home & Kitchen Items

• The Opinionated Parent - Flipper Toothbrush & RazorHolder (May 28th)
  
• Bloggy Giveaway - TasteBook (May 31st)
  
• Metropolitan Mama - Snikiddy Snacks (June 1st)
  

Books & Movies for GrownUps

• Laura Williams' Musings - Skid by Rene Gutteridge (June 5th)
  

Review: Maiden America Hair Accessories

If there's one thing I know about, it's hair accessories. This comes from having 2 little princesses in my home who insist on dressing up on a daily basis. So when I had the opportunity to review Maiden America, I was thrilled!

Maiden America specializes in no-slip barrettes as well as other hair accessories for girls. Like their name suggests, all products are made in America using high quality materials and excellent craftmanship.

For this review, I was able to actually order directly from their site to see first hand how easy it was to go through the purchasing process. The instructions were very user friendly and easy to follow along. There were so many cute pieces that I had a hard time deciding what I wanted to get. In the end, I chose the following designs:

Flat Crystal Daisies (pink): This one was for Baby Bug because she has a lot of flowery Spring dresses that would go perfectly with it. The clips held her hair comfortably and securely and she looked adorable in it!

A Velvet Crystal (pink): I really liked this one for Girlie Girl because it was simple enough to wear on a daily basis with the crystals adding a little touch of sparkle. What girl doesn't like to show-off a little bling?

All in all, we were very happy with our selections, the quality of the hair accessories, and the ordering process. We would highly recommend Maiden America for your little girl!

Thank you to the Parent Bloggers Network & Maiden America for this great review opportunity!

Monday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• The Full Mommy - Tote bag and gift certificate for Skinny Cow Skinny Dippers ice cream (May 28th)
  
• Props & Pans - Memorial Day Giveaway (May 29th)
  
• New to TV - 30GB Black iPod
  
• IMBlogger - $300 via PayPal (June 15th)
  
• Everyday Finance - $100 + full post on his blog (June ?)
  

Just for Women

• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Bottle of Sweatleaf Baby Massage Oil (May 31st)
• A Wrestling Addicted Mommy's Blog - 2008 Year of the Hips and Curves Tank (May 31st)
• Carol's Corner - Glass bead bracelet or ladybug earrings (May 31st)
  
• Chic Shopping Chick - Marriage Tee from From*me Tees (June 1st)
• The Beauty Counter - Spinlash Mascara (June 2nd)
• Mom Logic - Heavenly Scent Pomander Balls (June 6th)
  

Just for Kids

• Celeb Tots - Whirl N Go Turtle (May 30th)
• WebGoonies.com - Butterflies & Lollipops Giveaway (May 30th)
  
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Hi I'm Riff DVD (May 31st)
• LI Kids - Minutemen DVD (June 1st)
• LI Kids - Cory in the House DVD (June 4th)
  
• MomReviews - Cahootie Fortune Teller Game (June 6th)
• All Because Two People Fell in Love - 100 Things to Do on a Trip (Activity Cards) (June 6th)
  
• Sassyfrazz - Sydney Clair’s Season of Change & Mesi: A Girl ’n Grace in Africa from The American Girl (June 6th)
• Kidazy.com - Discovery Exclusive Remote Control Moon in My Room (June 7th)
  

Baby Essentials

• Baby Blog Addict - Turquoise damask bib and burp cloth from JackaroosBoutique.com (May 27th)
  
• Metropolitan Mama - A pair of socks for Mommy and Baby from Karen Neuburger (May 31st)
• Mommy Doodles - Honey B Nursery Bedding Set (June 17th)
  

Home Items

• Keeping the Castle - Halo UV-ST Vacuum Cleaner (May 28th)
• Mom Most Traveled - Flipper toothbrush holder in bear design or Razor One razor holder in pink (May 29th)
• Genesis Moments - Rice Cooker Plus from Pampered Chef (May 30th)
  
• My Greening - Eco Filter reusable coffee filters (June 1st)
  
• Mommies United - The Cupcake Courier (?)
• An Ordinary Life - Dyson DC25 Vacuum Cleaner (?)
  

Books & Movies for GrownUps

• Are We There Yet? - The Book of Mom by Taylor Wilshire (May 26th)
  
• carp(e) libris - Improvise in the Amen Corner by Larnell Custis Butler (May 27th)
  
• Womb Within - Simple Principles For a Happy and Healthy Pregnancy by Alex A. Lluch (May 31st)
• Sassyfrazz - Skid by Rene Gutteridge (June 5th)
• 
  

Shop Till the Card Doesn't Swipe #1

Since I'm usually away on layovers during the weekend, I've been finding it a little difficult to post the daily contests & giveaways for Saturday & Sunday. After all, there's just too much shopping to do! So, what I've decided is to run the listing from Monday - Friday and use the weekends to spotlight some great (& unusual) shopping finds I come across during the week.

First of all, I've been looking for a non-boring laptop bag that shows a sense of style and came across Kolobags which specializes in all kinds of ways to carry around your precious laptop - briefcases, totes, messenger bags, backpack, wheeled, & sleeves.

My favorite is the mcklein (in pink of course). "Professional and sophisticated, this laptop tote is styled of Italian leather and is as organized as you. The top zip compartment provides quick access to main a section with separate file divider and a padded laptop section. A front organizer section will hold gadgets like a cell phone, business cards, and other miscellaneous items. No matter what your taste, there is a color to match: black, blue, green, red, orange, pink and white." $159.99

Next, I've been totally into polka dots lately and fell in love with this wall decor from Oras Designs. You can use them in the nursery, your child's room, or anywhere you'd like to add a little fashion statement. Personally, I would hang it in my room!

They come in lots of different colors and geometric shapes which move delicately and are always changing, casting beautiful shadows that transform with changing light. What a fresh, modern and playful take on traditional mobiles. $148.00

Finally, remember when your parents used to do the "airplane bit" when trying to feed you? Or do you still do that with your kids? How cool would it be to use an actual Airplane spoon? The Spoon Sisters have an extensive line of products for everyone in your family but their spoons are the cutest things around. The plastic plane slips off so it's easy to clean. The spoon is stainless steel and measures 5 1/2" x 5". $16.00

Well, that's it for now. Have a great weekend!

Friday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Fitness for Mommies - 6 month subscription to demandFITNESS (May 27th)
  
• DiggItLive dot com - $350 and .com domain (May 30th)

Just for Men

• Mom Gadget - Casio Waveceptor Wristwatch (May 29th)
  

Just for Women

• The Daily Obsession - Clinque Beauty Products (May 25th)
• Spoiled Pretty - Light Brights Lipstick in Limelight (May 25th)
  
• Ribbon Rock Star - Secret Garden Collection from Victoria's Secret (May 26th)
• Pink Ribbon Review - Pink DaysAgo Digital Day Counter (May 28th)
• Petit Elefant - An Eliza Gran dress (May 29th)
  
• Shop Diary - SATC Goody Bay (May 29th)
• efron freak - Make-up and Accessories (May 29th)
  
• Hip Mama's Place - Mama Mio O-Mega Body Oil (May 30th)
• Lively Women - Schick Quattro Pro Razor (May 30th)
• Mom Logic - Shampowder (June 3rd)
• Mom Logic - RAW Natural Beauty mineral makeup gift set (June 4th)
• Mom Logic - Set of 5 Porcelain Bead Bracelets from designer Allison Dayton (June 5th)
  
• New to TV - Relative Madness Tee & Coffee Mug (June 12th)
  

Just for Kids

• Bloggy Giveaways - Tee of your choice from Trendy Tadpole (May 26th)
• MomFinds - $100 to KoBoldToys.com (May 28th)
  
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Bob the Builder The Three Musketrucks DVD (May 29th)
• The Opinionated Parent - Giftventure (May 29th)
• Mommy Mandy - Critter Backpack from Kenana USA (June 1st)
  

Baby Essentials

• Ohdeedoh - Skip Hop Crib bedding set (May 25th)
• Bloggy Giveaways - Diaper Cake from Classy Baby Cakes (May 27th)
• Pink with Sparkles - 3 DVD Laugh & Learn Set (May 28th)
• The Nest Baby - Cuddle-U Pillow (May 29th)
  
• Green Mom Finds - Natursutten Pacifer (May 30th)
• Fun and Free Giveaways - Tiny Tie Onesie from The Baby's Bundle 3-6 months (May 30th)
  

Home & Kitchen

• Design Mom - Reusable Market Tote filled with cool Method products (May 26th)
  
• Lookit! I Spy . . . - Camp/School Pack of Labels from Mabel's Labels (May 28th)
• The Post-It Place - 2 Jars of Pop'rs (May 28th)
• dkMommy Spot - Custom box of nine 1-ounce jars of Smith & Truslow spices (May 28th)
  
• Mommy Track'd - Cotton Cloth Napkins from Fabkins (June 2nd)
  
• Momsational - Personalized Fruit Roll-Ups (June 5th)
  

Books for GrownUps

• Metropolitan Mama - The Real Deal Guide to Pregnancy by Erika Lenkert (May 29th)
  

Thursday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Bloggy Giveaways - $50 to Expressions Photo (May 25th)
• Designs by Sheila - Custom Blog Design for Blogger/Blogspot (June 1st)
  
• Beliefnet.com - Tickets to Mike Meyer's upcoming movie "The Love Guru" (June 20th)
  
• Virtually Organized - 1-month Virtual Organizing Packages and one 6-month Virtual Organizing Package (June 30th)

Just for Men

• An Ordinary Life - Various prizes just in time for Father's Day including a Roomba (June 1st)
  

Just for Women

• Musings of a Housewife - Birth Necklace from Julian & Co. (May 23rd)
• Lady Bugs Boutique - Wristlet Keychain (May 25th)
• A Mom In Red High Heels - Argan Body Skin Care Products (May 25th)
  
• DIY Treasure Trove - Custom Photo Pendant from Little Bugs Boutique (May 25th)
• Metropolitan Mama - No Sun Intended Bronzing Powder by Arbonne (May 25th)
• Sew Christine - Handmade handbag (May 28th)
  
• Laura Williams' Musings - Spa Products from Soapier.com (May 29th)
• Mom Logic - Matching Adult & Toddler Apron from Beansoup (June 2nd)
  

Just for Kids

• Metropolitan Mama - Swim Suit from Sun Protection Zone (May 25th)
• Fun and Free Giveaways - Stuff a friend from The Zoo Factory (May 25th)
  
• The Trendy Mommy - Ali-Oops Toy Clip (May 26th)
  
• Hip Mama's Place - Parking Pal Magnet (May 28th)
• Green Mom Finds - Nuby Eating Gear from The Soft Landing (May 28th)
• The Opinionated Parent - $35 to Wild Dill (May 28th)
• 5 Minutes for Mom - $25 to Bambina Ballerina (May 29th)
• A Bookworm's Diary - $25 Gift Certificate to Sherswares (May 31st)
  
• Superdumb Supervillain - Glamorous Girl Accessories (June 4th)
  
• Urbano Kids - Skuut wooden balance bike (June 15th)
  
• An Ordinary Life - My Pee Pee Bottle (?)
  

Baby Essentials

• Classy Mommy - Baby Sunglasses from Baby Banz (May 26th)
• HerBigIdea.com - Pink RuffleButts Bloomer with embroidery (May 27th)
• Now What Baby - $25 Gift Certificate to Baby Spare Wear (May 27th)
  
• Boutique Cafe - "Clone" Infant Onesie from baby&mommy (May 28th)
• Traveling with Baby - Pair of ShooShoos infant shoes (June 1st)
• Traveling with Baby - Pendant/bangle Teething Bling set by Smart Mom Jewelry (June 2nd)
  

Home & Kitchen

• tutus & turtles - Healthy Home Cleaning Supply Pack from Shaklee (May 23rd)
  
• Kids Health Notes - Bed Linens from Natural Mat (May 28th)
• Skimbaco the Lifestyle - Brother's All Natural Snacks (May 30th)
  

Books & Movies for GrownUps

• 5 Minutes for Mom - Trading Places by Drs. Les & Leslie Parrott (May 25th)
  
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets DVD (May 27th)
• A Book Blogger's Diary - Autographed Emilly Griffin book (May 31st)
• A Book Blogger's Diary - Jane Porter's hit Bellevue Mom series (June 1st)
  
• Beliefnet.com - Autographed copy of Prince Caspian (June 2nd)
  

Wednesday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Metropolitan Mama - $50 to Hanes.com (May 26th)
  
• Sassyfrazz - Around The Table Family Game (May 31st)
• MomReviews - Everyday Bottles from Nalgene (June 3rd)
• Momsational - Pizza Hut Tuscani Pasta (June 3rd)
  

Just for Women

• The List Maven - The "Transfer Bag" from Accessories by JoAnn (May 24th)
  

Just for Kids

• Kid Health Notes - Fairy Chronicles Book Series (May 23rd)
• The Food Bowl - Marty the Dog Stuffed Animal (May 23rd)
• Li Kids - Bob the Builder DVD (May 25th)
  
• Fun and Free Giveaways - 15" Stuffed Animal from The Zoo Factory (May 25th)
  
• Good for the Kids - $100 gift certificate (May 28th)
  
• The Opinionated Parent - $15 to Clippopotamus (May 29th)
• Laura Williams' Musings - Parking Pal Spot (May 29th)
• 5 Minutes for Mom - $50 to Suzi Homemaker (May 31st)
• superdumb supervillian - Yoko Boogaloo Doll from BlaBla (May 31st)
  

Baby Essentials

• dkMommy Spot - Blanket Friend from For Your Bug-a-Boo (May 23rd)
• Along for the Ride - Ergo Baby Carrier (May 30th)
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - True Fit Car Seat (June 19th)
  

Home & Kitchen

• One Chic Mama - Shoe Wheel from Rakkiddo (May 23rd)
• PurplePinkandOrange - Stationery Set from Just Jenn Designs (May 24th)
  
• A Wrestling Addicted Mommy's Blog - 2 Jars of P.B.Loco Peanut Butter (May 24th)
• Metropolitan Mama - Letters and Numbers Ice Tray Set (May 24th)
  
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Stella Print from Bumblebird (May 27th)
• Peppers and Polliwogs - Hello Cupcake Cookbook by Karen Tack and Alan Richardson (May 31st)
• 5 Minutes for Mom - Magic Bullet (June 5th)
  

Books & Movies for GrownUps

• The Nest Baby - Barenaked Ladies CD (May 22nd)
• Literary Illusions - Rambo The Fight Continues DVD (May 24th)
  
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Strange Wilderness DVD (May 27th)
• Literary Illusions - Rambo Blu-Ray DVD Set (May 27th)
• Literary Illusions - Rambo The Complete Collectors Set (May 30th)
  
• Classy Mommy - The Business of Being Born DVD (May 31st)
• SheFinds - Palm Beach Perfect Skin by Dr. Kenneth Beer (?)
  

Tuesday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Fun and Free Giveaways - $10 to Starbucks (May 21st)
  
• HerBigIdea - One year membership to ListPlanIt.com (May 29th)
  
• Brain Foggles - SEO Optimized Hosted Blog with lots of bells and whistles (May 30th)
• Bloggin-Ads.com - MacBook Air & $1000 (June 13th)
  
• Outdoorzy - Fuji Crosstown 2.0 Bike (?)
• DotSauce - Sony Cybershot Digital Camera (?)
  

Just for Women

• Lookit! I Spy . . . - Tee from promom couture (May 22nd)
  
• Mama Loves Giveaways - IcyBag Mini Cosmetic Bag (May 23rd)
  
• I Love Give-a-Ways - Stationery from Isabella's Umbrella (May 25th)
• Leslie's Life - Flower perfume by Cynthia Rowley (May 28th)
  
• Soap Deli News - One of a kind purselet by designer Gill Boulter (June 20th)
  

Just for Kids

• Seven Dogs and A Baby - The Muppet Show Season 3 DVD Set (May 21st)
  
• Metropolitan Mama - A pair of Robeez Tredz Sandals (May 23rd)
• Chic Shopper Chick - A turquoise/aqua swim set and hat in size 2T only (May 23rd)
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Nerf 'n Strike Recon CS-6 (May 23rd)
  
• Hip Mama's Place - Zoobie Pet (May 26th)
• simple - Hair Clips from Pink Owl Creations (May 26th)
• Sassyfrazz - Cahootie Fortune Teller Game (May 26th)
• From Dates to Diapers, and beyond! - $10 to Chic Baby Rose (May 26th)
• Mamanista - $100 to Natural Pod Toys (May 28th)
• Leslie's Life - BOCA BETH Beginner's Set (May 29th)
  

Baby Essentials

• HerBigIdea - A Wupzey High Chair Food Catcher (May 20th)
• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Dream with Me Tonight Lullabies CD (May 22nd)
• Celeb Tots - A pair of BabyLegs (May 22nd)
• Bloggy Giveaways - Stardust Lullaby CD (May 24th)
  
• Goodies For Mom - 3 Beech-Nut totes backed with their products (May 25th)
• Momma In Flip Flops2! - Baby Banz sunglasses (May 26th)
• Mommies United - Hair Clips & Baby Kimono from Tomo&Eddie (May 26th)
• Mommy Mandy - Oopsie Toy Clip from My Book Fairy (May 26th)
• Momsational - Deluxe Reading Kit from YourBabyCanRead.com (May 29th)
  
• Modern Mom - Celebrity BUMP Bag filled with $3600 worth of products (May 31st)
  

Home & Kitchen

• petit elefant - Joey & Jane Underbed Zip Bag from Kangaroo Storage (May 22nd)
• Green Mom Finds - 4-pack of Phyllis reusable produce bags (May 22nd)
  

Reading for GrownUps

• The Clan McLeod - Signed copy of Child of Wonder by Ginger Carlson (May 23rd)
• Green Mom Finds - Year subscription to Kiwi Magazine (May 26th)
• Jessica & Ashlee - The Busy Girls Guide to Looking Great by
  

Review: Were You Raised By Wolves?

From the site: "Perhaps, in your parents' eagerness to smooth life's bumpy road, they took such good care of you that you never learned how to be a self-sufficient human being. And now here you are, all grown up. What next?

You may think you don't really need to know how to make a proper cup of coffee. You've never given much thought to your listening skills, or how one goes about saving money, or stocking a bar. But knowing these things will really make you a much more well-rounded and all-around more charming and useful person, one who is more apt to be invited over for dinner. In fact, a lot of us might benefit from having a few gentle hints about housekeeping, habits, and behavior lobbed in our general direction. With advice and information ranging from How to Boil an Egg to How to Go a Whole Day Without Spending Money—in chapters as diverse as the Upside of Being Single and Lonely and the Hangover: Badge of Courage or Waste of a Day?—Were You Raised by Wolves? will help you come away more confident about important issues such as where the hell to put those flowers somebody brought over last night."

Were You Raised by Wolves by Christie Mellor turned out to be a very fun and entertaining read. It's aimed at young adults who are newly on their own in the world and may need some help adjusting with doing things for themselves. The books covers areas such as keeping your place clean, getting acquainted with your kitchen, dress ettiquite, hosting dinner/cocktail parties, dealing with holidays, personal relationships, handling your finances, and how to stop relying on your parents. It even gives you step-by-step instructions on how to sew on a button!

I would have definitely appreciated this book as a graduation gift. It would have given me a heads up on things to come and would have saved me a lot of headaches!

The book may be purchased through Amazon.com for $13.57. Thank you to the Parent Bloggers Network for this great review opportunity!

Giveaway: Avatar The Last Airbender DVD

This giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your participation.
The winner is Mannequin of Life and Times of a Geeky Mom!
Congratulations!

Okay, I have to admit that I've never heard of Avatar before. *gasp!* But in my defense, I have 2 little girls who prefer ballerinas and princesses. So I was shocked at the response from my sister's family when I mentioned I was giving away the brand new Avatar DVD. My niece and nephew started bombarding me with all kinds of facts about the show! Even my BIL was excited until I told him that my family was not eligible. :-(

From the site: "In this highly anticipated release, the eclipse has come but where is the Firelord? Aang searches frantically for him, but finds trouble instead. The kids are forced to flee the Fire Nation Palace with Azula and her war ships hot on their heels. At the Western Air Temple, a surprise mentor joins them and offers to be Aang's Firebending teacher. Together the new team must figure out a way to get Aang back in the fight."

Avatar: The Last Airbender is a 123-minute DVD which features audio commentaries by the series' creators and crew, an exclusive mini comic book, and five new episodes. Created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Entertainment, Avatar: The Last Airbender sells for $16.99.

You can win your copy here by mentioning in comments before May 23rd what your favorite thing is about the show Avatar. That's it! A random winner will be selected and notified on May 24th. The winner will then have 3 days to claim their prize.

To earn extra entries, subscribe to my feed and/or mention this giveaway on your blog with a link back here. Don't forget to let me know if you're doing/did the extra credit so I can make sure you're entered properly. Also, leave a way to contact you in case you win!

This giveaway is open to everyone world-wide. Good luck!

Review & Giveaway: Sleepytime Lullabies CD

This giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your participation.
The winner is driven873!
Congratulations!

Anyone with a baby knows how important sleep is for everyone in the family.

The newly released Nickelodeon's Sleepytime Lullabies CD features classic and some not-so-classic bedtime songs arranged in a way that will ensure your little one will fall into a peaceful sleep.

From the site: "This collection of tender tunes was recorded with a full string ensemble and produced by award-winning composer Fred Mollin whose expertise in soothing music for children has yielded in previous lullaby productions selling close to 1 million units worldwide."

The 13 song disc includes songs that even new parents are familiar with such as You've Got a Friend, Moon River, You Are So Beautiful, and (They Long to Be) Close to You. You'll find yourself humming along as your baby drifts off to sleep. There's also a bonus track included - One Magic Kiss by Brandi Carlile.

How would you like to add this CD to your music library? To enter, just mention in comments what your favorite lullaby is before May 22nd. That's it! A random winner will be selected and notified on May 23rd and the winner will then have 3 days to claim their prize.

To earn extra entries, subscribe to my feed and/or mention this giveaway on your blog with a link back here. Don't forget to let me know if you're doing/did the extra credit so I can make sure you're entered properly. Also, leave a way to contact you in case you win!

This giveaway is open to everyone world-wide. Good luck!

Maui, Here I Come!

While I'm soaking up the sun on the Valley Island of Maui, I'll be taking a short break from posting daily listings of giveaways. I'll be back on Monday. Hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

Thursday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Lisa Reviews - Coupon for a free pasta dinner from Pizza Hut (May 16th)
• Blogging Experiment - $25 Cash (May 19th)
• Mom Most Traveled - Family Talk table game (May 19th)
  
• Mindful Momma - ECO-green Nikon S52 Digital Camera (May 21st)
  

Just for Women

• superdumb supervillain - Little Windows Small Square Custom Necklace (May 18th)
• Metropolitan Mama - Puddle Jumper Overnight Bag by LUG (May 18th)
• Metropolitan Mama - $25 to Layers Clothing (May 18th)
• Hostess With The Mostess - A Prize of your choice for you and a friend from Delight.com (May 18th)
• Bloggy Giveaways - Personalized Engraved Necklace from Warm Biscuit (May 18th)
  

Just for Kids

• My Mom Shops - 4 Anamalz from Petit Baby (May 15th)
  
• Windy Ridge Chronicles - $50, $100, and $250 gift certificate to Eden’s Bouquet (May 16th)
• Just A Mom's Take On Things - A pair of Baby/Kids Banz (May 16th)
  
• Green Mom Finds - Lunchbox & Organic Cotton Tee or Onesie (May 20th)
• The Opinionated Parent - Joy is The Greatest Gift (May 20th)
  
• Boutique Cafe - Scholastic DVDs (May 20th)
• Did You See That? - Mia Reading: The Bugaboo Bugs! DVD computer game (May 22nd)
  
• Everything Moms - I Care About You by Marianne Richmond (May 31st)
  

Baby Essentials

• Seven Dogs and A Baby - A pair of Baby Banz Sunglasses (May 21st)
  
• Sassyfrazz - A Baby Bistro Box (May 23rd)
• Simple Me Boutique - Polkadot Papoose Baby Sling (May 24th)
• MomReviews - A pair of BabyLegs from Emilee Grace (May 28th)
• Mamanista - $107 Natural Pod Gift Certificate (May 28th)
  

Home & Kitchen Items

• Now What Baby - Custom Camp Pack of Mabel's Labels (May 20th)
• Petit Elefant - Kangaroom Joey & Jane Underbed Zip Bag (May 21st)
  

Wednesday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Prime Time Money - $50 to Amazon.com (May 15th)
• Fun and Free Giveaways - Surprise Gift (May 16th)
• Bloggy Giveaways - Game Software Package from Brighter Minds Media (May 16th)
• Hip Mama's Place - $30 to Announcements Galore (May 19th)
  
• Jenny's Wandering Thoughts - $15 or $20 cash (May 31st)
  

Just for Women

• One Chic Mama - $100 to Stewart + Brown (May 16th)
• Metropolitan Mama - Wardrobe 911 Recipe Box (May 17th)
• PurplePinkAndOrange - Reusable Bag from Evirosax (May 17th)
• A Mom in Red High Heels - Black and White Daisy Handbag (May 18th)
• Boutique Cafe - Chloe & Jane: The Perfect Duo gift set (May 21st)
  
• Mom Logic - Portrait of Love Necklace (May 26th)
  
• BellaSugar - Vanessa Bruno sequined tote bag filled with Bobbi Brown Beach products (May 27th)
  

Just for Kids

• Bloggy Giveaways - Large Bow Holder from Bambina Ballerina (May 17th)
• Classy Mommy - SuperWhy DVD (May 17th)
• The Clan McLeod - Growing Cooks Child Size Apron, Chef's Hat, and Rolling Pin (May 17th)
  
• The Little Window Shoppe - onesie or toddler tee, pin, & decorama wall decal from Bored Inc. (May 19th)
• Hip Mama's Place - Child's Ribbon Belt from Chesapeake Ribbons (May 20th)
  
• Superhero Profiles - LEGO Indiana Jones IV - River Chase Set (May 21st)
  

Baby Essentials

• Your Heart Out - Burp Cloth & Ribbon Binkie Clip from Baby Bintz (May 14th)
• Musings of a Housewife - Boho Baby Sling (May 14th)
  
• Tangled & True - Bib, Burp Cloth, Swaddle Blanket, & Skull Cap Set from ja*lu (May 15th)
• Mommy Mandy - Apple Blossom Jingle Bell Cloth Ball (May 20th)
• Chic Shopper Chick - Boon Snack Ball snack dispenser and Flo bathtub faucet cover (May 20th)
  
• Momsational - Candy Dot Lime Frog or the Hot Pink Dot Elephant on a white short sleeved t-shirt from Ambajam.com (May 27th)
  

Home & Kitchen Items

• One Chic Mama - Roomba 560 from iRobot vacuum cleaner (May 17th)
  
• dkMommy Spot - Numi Organic Bamboo Book filled with 30 tea bags (May 18th)
• A Wresting Addicted Mommy's Blog - Oops Mat (May 19th)
• Mommy Mandy - Mabel's Labels Camp/School Pack (May 22nd)
  

Books & Movies for GrownUps

• teensygreen - The Green Parent book by Jenn Savedge (May 16th)
  
• Metropolitan Mama - Books that will improve your "smarts" (May 17th)
• 5 Minutes for Mom - The Joyous Gift of Grandparenting (May 18th)
• I Love Give-A-Ways - The Black Cloister by Melanie Dobson (May 18th)
  
• Classy Mommy - National Treasure 2 DVD (May 20th)
  

Review & Giveaway: Backyardigans High Flying Adventures!

This giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your participation!
The winner is Chefdruck Musings.
Congratulations!

My girls are big Nickelodeon fans. Everything from The Wonderpets, Blue's Clues, Wow Wow Wubbzy, Dora, and of course, The Backyardigans.

The Backyardigans are back in a brand new DVD - High Flying Adventures - where the gang goes on 4 different escapades accompanied by various types of music. It even includes 2 special music video features.

From the site:

• Fly Girl - Fifties music backs the cheery efforts of Pilot Uniqua to deliver singing telegrams to a grumpy pirate, a quiet-loving queen, and even the Abominable Snowman!
• Who Goes There? - It's a madcap museum adventure set to Flamenco as rookie Security Guard Tyrone tries to chase down some runaway works of art before Curator Tasha returns.
• What's Bugging You? - Rumba plays as Pest Controllers Tyrone and Uniqua try to rid Lady Tasha's mansion of Wormans so she can get ito Mr. Spiffy's Spiffy Club.
• Chicken Itza Pizza - College fight songs rock the ancient Mexican jungle as Uniqua and Tasha embark on an adventure to deliver a pizza to fearsome King Tyrone!

This video is being released today for $16.99 and kicks off the Backyardigans Nationwide Live Tour which takes place coast-to-coast through Summer 2008.

You can win a copy of High Flying Adventures right here courtesy of Nick Jr. To enter, just mention in comment below what your favorite Nicklelodeon show is before May 20th. That's it! A random winner will be selected and notified on May 21st. The winner will then have 3 days to claim their prize.

To earn extra entries, subscribe to my feed and/or mention this giveaway on your blog with a link back here. Don't forget to let me know if you're doing/did the extra credit so I can make sure you're entered properly. Also, leave a way to contact you in case you win!

This giveaway is open to everyone world-wide. Good luck!

Tuesday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Organizing LA - Internet Password Organizer (May 13th)
• Notes From My Nest - Prizes from Serena & Lily, Hand Picked Pumpkin, Lucy Sykes, Mamma Made Designs, Starlooks Boutique, Duck Duck Goose, Tree Hollow Toys, and many more (May 16th)
• Fitness for Mommies - Fuji Crosstown Bike, a $75 check for professional assembly, 5 coupons for Free 1.5 Liter Bottles of Lipton White Iced Tea (May 16th)
  
• Lookit! I Spy . . . - Norton 360 Version 2 Software (May 18th)
• My Apartment Map - $50 to Amazon.com (May 31st)
  

Just for Women

• Little Piddles - Kim Lane Designs Purse (May 16th)
  
• Shop Diary - Sex in the City Giveaway (May 30th)
• Green Mom Finds - New Mama Nurture Basket by Love & Blessings (May 31st)
  
• Soap Deli News - Chasing Lilies Bracelet (June 12th)
  

Just for Kids

• dkMommy Spot - $35 to Wild Dill (May 13th)
• From Dates to Diapers, and beyond! - $30 Skimbaco gift card (May 15th)
  
• tutus and turtles - A Pair of Bugaboo Shoes (May 15th)
• MommyVents - Children Books from I See Me (May 16th)
• RS Designs - A Pair of shoes from Bugaboo Shoe Co. (May 19th)
• The Opinionated Parent - Any Item from Glamorous Girl (May 19th)
  

Baby Essentials

• Table for Five - A Pack of KN Karen Neuburger Infant Chenille Lounge Socks (May 16th)
• Bloggy Giveaways - Cowgirl crib bedding set from Dwell Studio (May 16th)
  

Home Items

• Boutique Flair - $50 to Quote The Wall (May 25th)
• mod*mom - Green Depot Home Cleaning Kit (May 31st)
  

Books for GrownUps

• teensygreen - The Green Parent (May 16th)
  
• I Love Give-A-Ways! - Your choice of novels from author Melanie Dobson (May 18th)
• Laura Williams' Musings - Healing Promises by Amy Wallace (May 22nd)
  

Sunday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Props and Pans - SanDisk Cruzer Gator Flash Drive (May 14th)
  

Just for Women

• Design Mom - $200 to Paper and Ink (May 12th)
• Design Mom - Necklace and Earring from Darleen Meier (May 12th)
• eFamily Blogger - Star50 Handbag (May 12th)
  

Just of Kids

• An Ordinary Life - A Pair of Polliwalks from Barefoot Bella (May 20th)
  

Baby Essentials

• Cool Mom Picks - Slainte Supertote Diaper Bag (May 1th)
• dkMommy Spot - $35 to Wild Dill (May 13th)
  
• MomFinds - Gift Basket from Neat Solutions (May 16th)
  

Home & Kitchen

• Design Mom - Breakfast in Bed from Williams-Sonoma (May 12th)
• Apartment Therapy - Lavender Essentials Home Spa System (May 12th)
  
• Design Mom - 12 x 12 Print from Meart (May 12th)
• MomReviews - Gift Basket from Oral-B (May 24th)
  

Review: Sony Digital Reader PRS-505

I'm an avid book reader. I love books and take them with me to work so I'll always have something to keep me occupied while sitting in airport terminals, during my breaks on the plane, and to keep me company on layovers. The only problem is that I have to be selective on which book to bring since they make my rollerboard pretty heavy. Because of this, there were more than one occasion when I had wished I brought a different one with me.

Well, no more. The Sony Reader Digital Book PRS-505 is the answer to my prayers.

One of the most attractive features is it's size. At less than half an inch thick, it's thinner than most paperbacks, and the 9 ounce Reader easily fits into my bag without weighing me down. The large rectangular 6-inch LCD makes it easy to read the pages and it feels comfortable in my hands even during longer periods of time.

In order to download books, you must install and sign-up with the Sony Connect CD-ROM software included with your purchase. It was really easy to set-up and I was able to figure out how to use the program in a matter of minutes. It was pretty cool to be able to get my book instantly and it saved me a trip down to the bookstore. Keep in mind that it is not Mac compatible.

The size and font of words are easy to read and adjustable to accommodate your preference. The pages were viewable even at angles, dim or bright lights, and can also be changed from portrait to landscape mode.

However, like with anything else, there are a couple of downsides that I noticed. First, when I tried to view some downloaded family photos, they seem pixelated at first and took a few moments to sharpen. Also, the photos are displayed only in black & white which made it difficult to see some of the details.

Another downside is the lag time when pressing the menu buttons or turning pages. It's not a big deal but I guess I've gotten used to immediate responses with other electronic gadgets.

All in all, I really like the Sony Digital Reader Book and plan on making good use it. I can now bring tons of books, stored on memory cards, along for the ride. I don't think it will replace books all together but it does offer another option to consumers.

The Sony Digital Reader Book sells for $299.00.

Friday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• John Chow dot Com - 2GB USB Pen (May 9th)
• Blog About Your Blog - $100 American Express Card (May 13th)
  
• Film School Rejects - PS I Love You DVD (May 14th)
  
• ShopDiary - Sex In The City Goody Bag (May 15th)
• Notes From My Nest - Mother's Day Blog Bash Giveaway (May 16th)
  
• Straight From Hel - Evacuation Plan by Joe M. O'Connell (May 18th)
  
• From Dates to Diapers and Beyond - Set of Announcements from Tiny Prints (May 23rd)
  
• mod*mom - iPod Nana & Kodak Digital Camera (May 31st)
• Blog About Your Blog - Various Advertising Spots (?)
  

Just for Women

• Design Mom - Tote Bag, Make-Up Bag, & Phone/iPod Case from Aster & Sage (May 9th)
• carp(e) libris reviews - Bad Karma by Tamara Sheward (May 12th)
  
• Bloggy Giveaways - Kristine Handbag from Tracy Joy (May 13th)
  
• A Wrestling Addicted Mommy's Blog - MomAgenda Desktop Planner (May 14th)
• Jessica & Ashlee - Bottle of Dream More (May 19th)
  
• Mama Loves Giveaways - $100 to Ann Taylor's Loft Maternity (May 22nd)
• Jewellery by Erin - Cherry Blossom Necklace & Earrings (May 24th)
  

Just for Kids

• sassyfrazz - Educational Package from Brighter Minds Media (May 20th)
  

Home & Kitchen

• Seven Dogs and A Baby - Hand Soap from Chef's Planet (May 15th)
• momsational - Yoplait Yogurt (May 22nd)
  

A Giveaway for All NASCAR Fans!

This giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your participation!
The winner is Mama Zen of The Zen of Motherhood. Congratulations!

Hey all you NASCAR fans, want a change to win a weekend trip to the final Chase for the Championship race in Miami, Florida the weekend of November 14, 2008?

Prilosec OTC is proud to bring you the Prilosec OTC Winner’s Circle Sweepstakes. In addition to the grand prize, 100 online instant winners will win other great prizes such as an authentic NASCAR firesuit with driver's autograph, race tickets, gift cards to the NASCAR SuperStore, a race tire signed by No. 31 Prilosec OTC driver Jeff Burton and the No. 31 team. Cool huh?

To enter, just stop by The Winner's Circle Sweepstakes, enter your email address, and play their online game. You may play once per day until September 1, 2008. You can also download the "Winner's Circle" widget to keep track of how the race is going!

Maybe one of you will win a free trip to Championship Race!

To help promote this great sweepstakes, I'm giving away a DVD filled with highlights of the Greatest moments in NASCAR history along with some other fun promotional games, computer desktop wallpaper, etc.

All you need to do is mention in comments who your favorite NASCAR driver is before midnight, May 15th. That's it! A random winner will be selected and notified on May 16th. The winner will then have 3 days to claim their prize.

To earn extra entries, just subscribe to my blog and/or mention this giveaway on your blog with a link back here.

This giveaway is open to everyone world-wide. Good luck!

Review & Giveaway: The Rookie Mom's Handbook

This giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your participation.
The winner is Shannon of The Buchmann Update. Congratulations!

Before I had Girlie Girl, I remember thinking that I would never be able to leave the house with her by myself. How in the world would I be able to handle lugging all the equipment? What happens when I can't find a place to nurse her? What if she just.won't.stop.crying?

Of course, one she arrived all I wanted to do was get out of the house for some fresh air and maybe a White Chocolate Mocha from Starbucks. I looked in all the local publications for Mommy & Me type activities but didn't find much available. What I wouldn't have done for The Rookie Mom's Handbook by Heather Gibbs Flett and Whitney Moss.

From the book: Bookstores are filled with activity books for babies and toddlers, but The Rookie Mom's Handbook is the only one designed exclusively for first-time mothers. Here are 250 enjoyable activities to help rookie moms maintain their individuality and boost their confidence about leaving the house, socializing, and doing things they always liked to do - either with or without baby.

What I loved about this book are the many great suggestions that you probably would have never thought of on your own. You know they're there but sometimes you just need a little reminder. The Rookie Mom's Handbook is written in small bite-sized pieces for your convenience and organized by baby's age. Reading can't get any easier than this!

The only problem I had was reading the dark purple text on the light purple background. It's very pretty to look at but it was a little hard on my eyes. But then again, it could just be me.

To celebrate this wonderful book, a blog blast will be held from May 9th till 11th where you could win a fantastic gift bag filled with more than $250 worth of goodies for moms, including the brand new BABYBJÖRN® Baby Carrier Synergy, a child’s gardening kit from Smith & Hawken, a baby tshirt from Scout Organic Baby, and of course, a copy of The Rookie Mom’s Handbook. For more information on how to enter stop by the Parent Bloggers Network today!

Now for my giveaway, how would you like a copy of The Rookie Mom's Handbook for yourself or for another brand new mom?

• To enter, just leave a comment below saying what's your favorite activity to do with your child. If you don't have a child yet, then what's the one thing you're looking forward to doing with your future child?
  
• To earn extra entries, just subscribe to my feed and/or mention this giveaway on your blog with a link back here. Please let me know if you're doing/did the extra credit so I can make sure you're entered properly.
• Don't forget to leave a way to contact you in case you win.
  
• Comments will close on May 14th and a random winner will be selected and notified on May 15th. The winner will have 3 days to claim their prize.
• This giveaway is open to everyone world-wide. Good luck!
  

Thank you to the Parent Bloggers Network and Rookie Moms for this review opportunity.

Thrusday's Contests & Giveaways

For a list of my current giveaways, please see the sidebar.

For Everyone

• Wii Fan Boy - No More Heroes (May 8th)
• XBOX 360 Fanboy - McFarlane Halo 3 Chopper (May 9th)
• Metropolitan Mama - Flip Ultra Video Camera (May 11th)
• Metropolitan Mama - $30 to Announcements Galore (May 11th)
• LI Reviews - Red Nintendo DS Lite & BrainAge 2 Game (July 3rd)
  

Just for Women

• tutus and turtles - Aveeno's Anti Aging Moisturizing Set (May 11th)
• petit elefant - Sexy Apron from Two Blondes & A Brunette (May 11th)
• tutus & turtles - Tee of your choice from ProMom (May 11th)
  
• Bloggy Giveaways - 100 4x6 Personalized Photo Cards from Polka Dot Bumblebee (May 12th)
• Fitness for Mommies - Fitness Caddy (May 12th)
• superdumb supervillian - PassionSpice Nursing Bra & Panty Set (May 14th)
• Mom Logic - Mom Agenda (May 19th)
• Mom Logic - Freshwater Pearl Necklace (May 19th)
• An Ordinary Life - Silverlake Leather Flap Handbag (May 25th)
  

Just for Kids

• tutus and turtles - 3 Hair Clips from Taia (May 11th)
• Little Bugs Boutique - Ladybug Purse (May 11th)
• tutus and turtles - $25 to Dragonflies & Ladybugs (May 11th)
  
• The Opinionated Parent - Think-ets (May 13th)
• Now What Baby - Kids Hat from Little Fit (May 13th)
• Pink With Sparkles - Duffle Bag & Lunchbox (May 14th)
  
• The Daily Grind - Suri's Ladybug Shoes from Skimbaco (May 15th)
• Green Mom Finds - My Bag and Me by Karen Farmer (May 15th)
  

Baby Essentials

• Metropolitan Mama - Loving Baby Swaddle Blanket (May 10th)
• Metropolitan Mama - Little Rosie's Dress & Mushroom Pants from Go Natural Baby (May 10th)
• Metropolitan Mama - BurpCatcher (May 10th)
• Metropolitan Mama - Lansinoh Diaper Rash Ointment (May 10th)
• Metropolitan Mama - Jelly Bean Reversible Sling (May 11th)
  
• tutus and turtles - Binky Clip, Hooded Towel, & Baby Blanket from Sweet Ruby (May 11th)
  

Home Items

• The Opinionated Parent - Brothers-All-Natural Fruit & Potato Crisps (May 9th)
• Simply Thrifty - The Couponizer (May 9th)
• PurplePinkAndOrange - Coasters from The Pear Project (May 10th)
• tutus and turtles - Adult/Child Apron Set (May 11th)
• Post-It Place - Microplane Zester Grater (May 14th)

Books & Movies for GrownUps

• Mom Gadget - Romance Collection DVD Set (May 8th)