Embracing a Healthy Family

Free Blogger Event: SuperMe! Choice of Bag & Patch Giveaway

 

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SuperME! Uncover the Hero Within Bag & Patch Giveaway - Value $50 - 10/7 - US

My girls love to play dress up and with that comes big imaginations.  I love that they have the ability to be so creative and not be reliant on a television or computer to tap into the virtual world.  They also tend to be a bit tomboyish which also doesn't bother me as that's how I grew up.  Just because you might have a little tomboy at home, it doesn't mean they don't love pretending to be super heroes and save the world even if it's just Barbie trapped in a castle.  Boys love pretending just as much and enjoy strapping on a super hero cape and mask to save their little world of imagination from the mean powers to be.  This type of fun should be encouraged as not only does it tap into creativity but it encourages physical activity as you know, it's pretty tiring jumping over tall buildings and saving all those people!  This is where I instantly fell for SuperME! It's creativity and functionality all in one.

From Cape Backpacks to Messenger Lunch Bags, they have your little super hero covered and set to save the day.  With a great assortment of interchangeable patches that adds a bit of themselves, they are ready to go.  All SuperME! products provide fun for both genders and allow for recognition of many activities with the patches for example:

  • Soccer
  • Cyclist
  • Fashionista
  • Race Car
  • Explorer
  • Pirate
The backpacks are lightweight which helps to cut down on back burden given the amount of homework kids have now.  The backpack converts easily into a superhero cape and has an eyemask.  I have not reviewed this but I know my girls have put it on their very early Christmas list! 

The Messenger Style Lunch Bags are insulated, water resistant and the removable strap converts into a superhero utility belt!  We did review this and my girls instantly fell in love with it and almost fought over it until I told them I would buy another one so they both have one.  We received the Bubblicious Messenger Bag for Girls and it's durable, lightweight, roomy and the fact it's insulated, will help keep cold food cold and hot food warm.  It's a must have if you have a super hero at home and takes their lunch to school.  It has other uses as well as we have brought it along on picnics and trips in the car.  It's a great way to encourage creativity while providing a great way to bring lunch.  We have had ours for about a month and I have no complaints as it's still like new.

The Giveaway:

One reader will win their choice of a SuperME! bag and patch (up to retail value $50).  





  

To Enter:

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Giveaway ends 10/7/12 at 11:59 pm (EST) - US only please - Must be over 18

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Poise Feminine Wellness Products Awareness Party #PoiseFab5

I'm loving the new growing older mentality our society has adopted.  Although I feel it's leaning towards appearances too heavily, the fact that as we age, doesn't mean it's out to the pasture. I still marvel at the older celebrities who look amazing and although much is to do with plastic surgery, they still wow as much as they did in their younger ages such as Raquel Welch. It's about finding a balance with living healthy and being healthy and that starts out young.  I've preached to my girls in a subtle way about eating right and taking care of their skin and bodies.  I wished someone did that with me as I was growing up.  I have found you are never too young to start living healthy as we are all different and no two persons are alike.  We used to count on this age range of being when we stopped having acne or when we should stop trying to have babies.  We knew the age range existed and some defied it.  This is no different from menopause.  Menopause can hit in the 30's which most probably don't know.

Menopause and peri-menopause are what all women will encounter at some stage in their lives.  Some will be lucky and it will be a somewhat seeming-less passage to a new chapter in their lives.  I mean really, who wouldn't look forward to post-menopause of no menstrual cycle?  I know I can't wait!  What some may not realize, the road to menopause can take years and can be filled with many or little symptoms.  I took advantage of this opportunity to have some friends over for a Poise Feminine Wellness Products Menopause party.  What better way to learn about it then from those who have experienced it and or are going through it?
Poise Wellness Products at Walmart



I started my journey in learning more about Poise Feminine Wellness products by shopping at Walmart and I can say these products must be popular because there weren't many left!  I started out only purchasing the products for our party but I quickly added to the list as who can ever shop at Walmart for just the items they had on a list?  
What I did not know that Poise has these great five different products that work different on the symptoms of menopause:


  • Poise Roll-On Cooling Gel
  • Poise Body Cooling Towelettes
  • Poise Feminine Wash
  • Poise Panty Freshener
  • Poise Personal Lubricant


Reading up on tips and facts.

Chit Chat Time
Everyone say Cheese at the Poise Party

My guests weren't aware that September is Menopause Awareness Month and thanks to Walmart, they have some Fab 5 videos.  The Fab 5 are five women experiencing different symptoms of menopause and provide individual videos of how each one is coping.  It's really a great way to see what other women are doing to help as well as learn what to expect if you are approaching that time.

Stay up to date with Poise on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest and right now, you can save with this coupon!

Be sure to join us for a Poise Fab Five twitter party on September 20th from 1 to 2 pm, eastern standard time. Don't forget to RSVP and check out all my pictures on Google+


*Disclosure: I am a member of the Collective Bias™ Social Fabric® Community.  This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias™ and Poise #CBias #SocialFabric

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Glass Handbag Giveaway - 10/15 - Worldwide

Welcome to The Glass Handbag Giveaway!

Giveaway hosted by,

Don't miss out on entering to win a beautiful and fashionable new bag for the holidays!

About our sponsor: Glass Handbags

 

If you love handbags, a true luxury designer handbag than you're going to love Glass Handbag. These handbags are luxury handbags that stand apart from any other handbag on the market. Every Glass Handbag has an integrated light system, the functional designer lighted handbags offers a fashionable look for anyone. If you're looking for a quality handbag, these handbags are hand-made by skillful craftsman that are true professionals in leather, hardware and electronics. 

Inside a Glass Handbag
Inside a Glass Handbag 
The unique lighting system takes up no space, only provides low power consumption, flexibility, long lasting battery life and true beauty. This unique lighting system cannot be found anywhere else. These handbag's represent true quality, like no other handbag I have experienced before. Rest assured, when you choose Glass Handbag you're choosing the best handbag available on the market. About the prize: One very lucky winner will choose their very own Glass Handbag (up to $1000 value). Giveaway will run until October 15th at 11:59pm EST, must be 18 years or older to enter. Everyone enter this giveaway is open Worldwide! Use the Rafflecopter below to enter. It's a large event, valued up to $1000 depending on the handbag the winner chooses. This event runs an entire month, so feel free to come back and finish or to visit daily to earn exta entries. Thank you for participating in another amazing Glass Handbag Giveaway. Good Luck!

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Cool Kids Lunch Giveaway ($100 Value) 10/11 - US

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Welcome to the Cool Kids Lunch Giveaway brought to you by Free is for Me, Two Chix Beauty Fix, and Savings-O-Rama! This giveaway gives you the chance to be the coolest mom on the block while giving your children healthy alternatives in their lunch! I know my children always want to buy their lunches and lord knows what is actually being served to them and what they are actually eating! With lunch prices on the rise (our school is at $2.60) it's much more wallet friendly to have your kids brown bag it. Perhaps having your kids pack their lunches benefits us financially but we do make up for it by having twice the amount of headaches from listening to them WHINE about it. Well for one lucky winner they won't have to hear whining... they will hear OH YEAH!!! 

Free is for Me had the opportunity to review the following items listed in this giveaway and are so happy to be able to share these products with one lucky Cool Kid Lunch Giveaway Winner! The winner will win the following awesome prizes to make their kid the coolest (and healthiest) kid in the lunch room:

  • 7 (1 oz) bags of Funky Monkey Fruit Snacks! These snacks are all natural Freeze Dried fruit snacks! They attempt to use organic ingredients every chance they get too!!! You will get Bananamon, Applemon, Pink Pineapple, Mango OJ, Carnaval Mix, Jive-A-Lime, & Purple Funk! Read Free is for Me's full review HERE! (Valued at over $7.00)
  • 1 SnackTaxi Reusable Snack Bag! No more ziplocks.. Once you use this you will see how easy it is to use reusable products for your packaging needs... save some dollars and some cents on this one! Read Free is for me's full Review HERE. (Valued at $7.95)
  • 7 packages of LunchHugs... your kids will absolutely fall in love with these cards. It's the sure fire way to let your kids know that they are special, you love them, and they are important to you even though you can't be with them all day long! They are fun, lovable, and creative! To see Free is for Me's full review click HERE (Valued at $28.00)
  • 4 packages of the all natural and oh so yummy Bobo's Oat Bars. Each bar contains to hefty servings (3 for children easily!) and they will remind you of your childhood sitting around Grandma's table waiting for her to finish cooking her world famous bars! To read Free is for Me's full Review click HERE (Valued at $12.00)
  • A lunch is not a lunch without a sandwich or cool meats and cheese cut into cubes or hearts, Right? Well now you can do it all in one swoop with the awesome and inventive FunBites! This Makes any sandwich or snack even more fun to eat... Read Free is for Me's Full Review HERE (Valued at $12.99)
  • A box of Kashi newest yummy treats... Kashi New Soft Baked Squares- the healthy alternative to brownies! To read Free is for Me's product review click HERE. (Valued at $3.79)
  • A personalized place mat of their choice from I See Me! This will make any kid feel like they are the top of the town and look it really has YOUR NAME on it! Awesome! To See Free is for Me's Full review Click HERE (Valued at $12.95)
  • No lunch is complete without an awesome sub from SUBWAY! The winner will receive a $5.00 gift card to use at their local Subway!
  • Thanks to LunchHugs one winner will also win a decorate yourself lunch box valued at $13.00!!

This is a combined total of over $100.00 worth of merchandise for one special winner! Special thanks goes out to the following bloggers who have helped us with promoting this event. Please take some time to check out their pages as they have some really awesome giveaways going on right now as well.



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Giveaway Information and Legal Mumbo Jumbo: Giveaway will begin at 12:01am on 9/15/2012 and run through 12:01am on 10/11/2012. There will be only ONE winner. Winner needs to be 18 years or older and live in the contingent 48 US states. Sorry we can not deliver to PO Boxes. Winners will receive the products directly from the sponsor (Kashi, Subway Gift Card, and the SnackTaxi Snack Bag will be sent by Free is for Me) and Free is for Me or any of the above blogs are not responsible for delivery. You will receive products individually from the sponsors. Any questions should be directed at Chrissy at fifmdeals dot com. Winner will have be notified by Free is for Me and will have 24 hours to claim prize or a new member will be chosen. Once the winner has claimed their prize their names will be listed on the Rafflecopter.

Disclosure: Free is for me received free products to review and give their honest opinions. The opinions are their own and may differ from yours. Free is for Me or any other blogger did not receive compensation for these reviews. Please review Free is for Me's Terms of Use for this Giveaway HERE.  Health, Beauty, Children and Family is not responsible for prize fulfillment.



Xtreme Qpon's UGLee Pen Review & Giveaway #ugleepen

Welcome to the UGLee Pen Review & Giveaway Reviewed and Hosted by: Xtreme Qpon!  


Yes, it's exactly that! The UGLee Pen! No worry of anyone stealing your UGLee pen, that is, unless you let them try it!

As a blogger and couponer, I do a lot of writing. Lists, schedules, etc. I tend to grip my pen and end up with a sore spot on the inside of my middle finger. Not anymore! The UGLee Pen may be ugly, but it is so comfortable! This ergonomic pen is comfortable in my hand and writes well.

You can read the biography and history about the inventor of the UGLee Pen, Dr. James Lee, by visiting the UGLee Pen website!

Dr. Lee was generous enough to let me try out his pens, and is now giving you a chance to win some for yourself! 

Enter the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win a 3 pack of UGLee pens ($30 value)!!  

Good luck and if you win from my blog, please let me know!

Dr. Lee,
Inventor of the UGLee Pen

DISCLAIMER: No purchase is necessary to enter. Void where prohibited by law. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received. This promotion is no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook and is Facebook-compliant. Winners will be notified by email or Facebook message from Xtreme Qpon. Winners will have 36 hours to respond or risk forfeiting their prize. Prize fulfillment is the sole responsibility of the sponsor. Health, Beauty, Children and Family may not be held liable for Sponsors who do not fulfill prize shipments.

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32" LCD TV and a Blu-Ray Movie Package Giveaway 9/14

The leading online moving supplies retailer, Get Moving Supplies, LLC know the weather is getting cooler and all our favorite television series are getting ready to launch new seasons. They're offering one winner a 32" LCD television!


32" LCD Television Giveaway

Get Moving Supplies, LLC proudly serves over 300 cities nationwide and is ready for your moving boxes needs! They are locally owned, so every time you choose them, you’re supporting your local economy. 

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Hosted by:

Mommy’s Memorandum, Celebrate Woman Today, Pittsburgh Frugal Mom, Kimberly's Thoughts

In addition to Get Moving Supplies, LLC, the following sponsors have teamed up to make this event an epic Movie Night:
Glass Handbag Company – Offering Luxury With Every Glass Handbag
Bulu Box, the 1st vitamin and supplement nutrition sample box company

When you're done entering for your chance to win a 32" LCD TV,

Head over HERE

and enter for a Movie Night Package that includes:

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Enter your huge chance to win all these prizes and make a Fantastic and Memorable Movie Night for your Family!

Good Luck to Everyone and don't forget to enter!  This is an amazing giveaway and so close to the holidays, it would make a great gift!

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Free Blogger Event: Expecting Mother's Giveaway


Here is another great free blogger sign-up! You will receive one free link in exchange for posting and promoting this giveaway.  It's being hosted by: Baby Costcutters

The prizes include Whole Caboodle Car Seat Canopy Set & a Nursing Cover Gift Set rv$184.85 {in winner's choice of style/color}

The event dates: Sept 26 - Oct 10th so hurry up and sign up now!

Open to the US Only


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The Patriot 24" Fire Pit & Log Giveaway - US - 9/25 $249.99 Value

Fall is coming and this is a great way to stay cozy and warm during those cool nights.  I have always loved fire pits but never had one.  I think they really add to the decor of an outside seating area and they feel wonderful!

Welcome to the Fire Pit & Log giveaway

Ohio Flame has agreed to give one LUCKY winner

The Patriot 24" fire pit listed for $249.99 on their site.


"The Patriot" Fire Pit by Ohio Flame combines sleek and modern styling with tough American quality and durability. With no parts to break or wear out over time, this Fire Pit is built to last a lifetime. "The Patriot" is crafted from 3/16" thick high carbon American steel sourced from local steel mills. No maintenance is required for this Fire Pit, as it's designed to withstand the elements year-round. "The Patriot" features a 3/8" Rain Drain to allow for water drainage. The "Natural Steel Finish", will develop a natural iron oxide patina and gradually darken over time. 100% Made in America and crafted by a local artisan.
24" Diameter x 12" Height x 3/16" Thick Steel
Natural Steel Finish
No Assembly Required
3/8" Rain Drain in Center of Fire Bowl
Weighs Approximately 38 lbs.
With the help of our hosts So Cal Coupon Mommy, Frugal 4 Four, Dixieland Mom Product Reviews and other amazing bloggers we will also be adding a box of fire logs, to the prize to make this an awesome prize to win to help kick off fall!
This giveaway is open to US residents 18 and over.

Giveaway will go live 9/10 at 12:01am and end 9/25 at 11:59pm

Enter in the rafflecopter below!

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Giveaway Scoop's $150 PayPal Cash Giveaway 10/10

Today could be your lucky day! I Heart Giveaways and The Coffee Chic present a brand new giveaway where you can get a chance to win $150 Paypal Cash.  With the holidays around the corner, it's the perfect time to win!


The rules are easy! All you need to do is to enter on the rafflecopter widget below to earn entries. Make sure to provide the correct details. Good luck!

About the sponsors:

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Tracky - Tracky is all about getting things done. Every day and every night. Meet doers. Learn from each other. And use the digital tools you love to accomplish your real-life tasks and goals.

This event is co-hosted by Zoes Printable Coupons, Stay a Stay at Home Mom and Chic Foodies

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$100 Mommy Bear Media Gift Certificate Giveaway 9/23 - US

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Welcome to the $100 Mommy Bear Media Gift Certificate Giveaway!  I wish all my readers good luck in entering!

Hosted by Giveaway Promote.
Sponsored by Mommy Bear Media.

Mommy Bear Media offers fast, free shipping on top-rated, family-friendly DVDs.   Mommy Bear Media carefully examines all movies and TV shows and chooses to only sell the best family-friendly movies. They have a fantastic selection of DVDs and Blu-Rays including The Lorax, Tangled, The Hunger Games, Twilight and many more.   If you're a blogger, you'll want to check out the new blogger program Mommy Bear Media has just unveiled. As a Mommy Bear Media Premier Blogger, you'll be able to earn a commission for clicks and sales, be entered into their weekly giveaway pool plus more.

Enter to win a $100 Mommy Bear Media Gift Certificate.

Open in the United States.
Ends at 11:59pm EST on September 23rd, 2012.

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Mom Blog Society Free Blogger Event

Creating Holiday Memories Fujifilm FinePix Event is hosted by Mom Blog Society.

Prize: Fujifilm FinePix S4250 Black 14MP Digital Camera
The event dates: 10/8 - 10/22


Sign up now to secure your spot in this great giveaway event for bloggers.  Note, this is not a giveaway yet but it will be!

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Barbie Dream Townhouse Free Blogger Event

Here is another great giveaway opportunity for bloggers!  The Barbie Dream Townhouse Event is hosted by Mom to Bed by 8.

Prize: Barbie Dream Townhouse which was a hit the last time this giveaway was ran!

The event dates: 10/15 - 10/30

Free Event ~ Sign-Up Here – Bloggers Wanted Barbie Dream Townhouse Event

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SodaStream Fountain Jet Soda Lover's Start-Up Kit Giveaway - US - $99.95 Value 9/23



Sponsored by SodaStream


Confessions of a Messy Mama was lucky enough to receive this Fountain to review recently.  Here's what Messy Mama had to say about it:  "Overall I think this is a great item to have in your home, it's not only great for the environment but its a fun activity to do with the kids. I do think it's worth the money because in the long run you'll end up saving money." 
Check out Messy Mama's recent REVIEW of SodaStream.

The lucky winner will receive: 
It includes: -Fountain Jet – winner’s choice of color (black/silver, red/silver or white) -1 carbonating bottle, reusable for up to 3 years -Reusable carbonator to fizz up to 60L of soda -Variety 6-pack of popular sample-size flavors -3 full-sized flavors of the winner’s choice.

My kids love our SodaStream so make sure you enter because if you have kids, they will too!


Just use the form below to enter to win! Good Luck!
This giveaway is open to the US. Must be 18+ years old to enter


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Soft & Comfortable or Strong & Durable: Charmin 2012 Election #CharminVote

Life is full of surprises, detours and unexpected turns.  Some are good, some are bad and some just pass through without much thought or notice.  As a mother or I suppose a single parent, we are held to a higher standard in being the the rock for everyone.  When someone is sick, we know who becomes the caretaker in spite of being sick herself.  When a major decision has to be made, it's usually guess who all turns to?  These moments require a delicate balance between being soft and strong at the right times with our families and loved ones.  Each situation is different and dependent on who is involved.  I can think of numerous examples where an approach would be suitable for one yet not for another.  My two oldest children are very sensitive and emotional so turning on the soft mode is necessary.  However, my brother, used up my soft mode so when I deal with him, it's much sterner.  The hard approach definitely is the route I take with him.

Every situation is different as is life.  Determining how soft or hard is based on many factors.  This even includes many products in our every day life as we seek out some products that are soft and comfortable or strong and durable.  The choices are vast but for some, there is only one choice.  If you are one of those brand loyal customers or just have one that does not compromise on personal preferences, you understand the whole value placed on toilet paper.  Charmin has opened the debate on all the factors that affect decision makers and now you can participate in the Charmin 2012 election on Facebook.


 


So whether you are strong or soft in your life, decisions and the people you love and cherish, each path is different.  Sometimes you have to be soft and other times you are the one that has to be strong and show that extra bit of endurance.  We can never predict what will happen but we know that life is full of surprises yet we can count on some things being dependable, reliable and meets our needs.  Every person is different and there could be many debates on what approach is best.  Having debates are healthy even it involves a little bit of fun as we move forward into the 2012 elections where instead, you can take a break and have some bathroom fun that might even boil down to the differences between the sexes.

*Disclaimer:  I was compensated for this blog post as part of the SocialMoms and Charmin blogging program. The opinions and ideas expressed here are my own. For more blog posts on this topic, click here

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