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Babalu, Kidorable & Peter Rabbit Organics – Toddler Easter Prize Pack {Celebration Giveaway #13}


The toddler stage is a blast, even if a bit challenging at times. Here are some fabulous products for your toddler, all of which would make great Easter gifts!

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You may remember two separate reviews and giveaways with these babalu products. I personally have the Felt Tales and the Camping Out Shadow Book. All would make perfect Easter or birthday gifts. If I had to choose the knock out product though, Felt Tales has my vote. Not only does it come with a ton of felt board pieces and is very portable, it is a great way to encourage imaginative play! This is a favorite in our house and with lots of different styles to choose from including from the zoo to princesses to dinosaurs, there is certain to be the perfect one for your child.

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Buy it: Felt Tales retail for $19.99 and can be purchased from Amazon or directly from Babalu. The remaining items are from WJ Fantasy (owned by Babalu) and can be purchased from Amazon or directly from Babalu.

Peter Rabbit Organics LogoLast June my boys went absolutely bonkers for Peter Rabbit Organics fruit pouches.This was one of those products that they loved so much I bought a case after the review was over! They fought over who got to eat the last one and it seemed like the perfect special snack.

Peter Rabbit Organics 100% Pure Fruit Snacks contain a full serving of organic fruit with no added sugar or artificial ingredients. They are extremely portable, no spoon required and have an easy twist off cap that actually isn’t a choking hazard and can be resealed. There are three different varieties:Strawberry & Banana ~ Mango, Banana and Orange ~ Apple & Grape

This a healthy and delicious snack perfect for babies and children and would be a great alternative to candy in an Easter basket. The adorable Peter Rabbit logo fits wonderfully with this holiday!

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Buy it: These fruit pouches can currently be purchased for around $15 for a case of 10 from Amazon or check their store locator to find the nearest location near you.

Kidorable logoKidorable has the cutest selection of rain gear for little one. We received the fireman set last fall (see my review) and the boots have become a favorite of both my boys to clomp around inside. They are just itching to go stomp in the puddles!

You will find a wide assortment of kid umbrellas that would make the perfect Easter gift for the rainy spring season. With 22 different  designs to choose from your only problem will be deciding on which one! Just don’t forget to consider all the matching pieces for a full set.

Kidorable UmbrellasBuy it: Kidorable umbrellas retail for $13.50-$15.00 each and can be purchased from Kidorable.

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Win a this Toddler Easter Prize Pack consisting of your choice of any of the featured babalu toys displayed above (Felt Tales, tool set, block set or shadow book), 3 Peter Rabbits Organic Pure Fruit Snack pouches (one in each flavor) and your choice of umbrella from Kidorable.

MAIN ENTRY: You MUST do one of the following to be entered to win this prize pack.

  • Visit Babalu and tell me something that you would love to buy for your little one!
  • Visit Peter Rabbit Organics and tell me which flavor you are most exited to try.
  • Visit Kidorable and tell me which umbrella you would choose if you won.

Want more entries? (You know you need this prize pack!) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

-Visit the other two remaining sponsors and answer the question in the main entry section for each. (1 entry each)
-Follow  Peter Rabbit Organics or Kidorable on twitter & tweet the giveaway at least once (1 entry each for company)
-Fan Peter Rabbit Organics or Kidorable on Facebook (1 entry each)
-Follow my blog publicly
-Subscribe to my feed in a reader or by email
-Become a fan of Baby Loving Mama on Facebook
-Follow me on twitter and tweet about this giveaway

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-Blog about this contest and link back here and to Babalu, Peter Rabbit Organics & Kidorable (3 entries)

This contest will end on 3/25/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received samples for the purpose of the original reviews for Babalu, Peter Rabbit Organics and Kidorable. I received nothing for this particular post. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Sweet Bella Baby Flower Crochet Hats and Headbands {Review & Giveaway}


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If you’ve been following my blog for a while then you know that I’m a sucker for a cute hat. I just love them, especially crocheted ones. Unfortunately I’m unable to fully satisfy my need for hats that are so cute I can’t hardly stand it because, well, I have two little boys. That is a bit limiting, isn’t it?. But I DO have a one year old niece who is very easy to spoil with all things girly. How can I resist when Joanne from Sweet Bella Baby asks me to do a review on her products? My niece just happens to be named Bella (and she is one sweet baby!) so of course I can’t. I jumped at the chance to indulge!

Sweet Bella Baby is an Etsy shop with that will wow you with a wide assortment of flower crochet hats and headbands. All items are made of high quality silk flowers, ribbons, marabou, swarovski crystals and knitted items.

Sweet Bella Baby Headband and hatMy items came packaged beautifully and ready for gift giving right out of the box.

February 12 2010 062I think the pictures below speak for themselves. My niece looked absolutely adorable in everything, although the hat was a bit big on her smaller than average head. I think she knew she looked good, don’t you?

Sweet Bella HeadbandI was very happy with the quality of both the headband, hat and the flowers attached. Given the extremely affordable price I’m even more impressed. The hat is very soft and since the flower is permanently secured to the hat, my sister doesn’t have to worry about Bella ripping it off or being annoyed by anything plastic or metal used to keep it attached. Sweet Bella Baby does offer to put the flower directly on a clip if that is your preference so the flowers can be interchangeable.

Sweet Bella Baby Hat and HeadbandThere are so many other options to choose from sizes baby to adult that you are sure to find something perfect for your little princess at Sweet Bella Baby.

Buy it: These hats range in price from $11.95 to $14.95 and headbands for $6.95. However, Sweet Bella Baby is currently offering a fantastic deal. For the month of March only you can purchase standard hats for only $10 and headbands only $5. Hurry before this offer expires!

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Sweet Bella Baby would like to one of my readers their choice of any hat or headband!

MAIN ENTRY: Visit Sweet Bella Baby and tell me what item you would pick if you won!

Want more entries? (How can you resist?) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

-Tell me something you’d like to see added such as a hat or flower color combination
-Follow my blog publicly
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-Become a fan of Baby Loving Mama on Facebook
-Follow me on twitter and tweet about this giveaway

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-Blog about this contest and link back here and to Sweet Bella Baby (3 entries)

This contest will end on 3/23/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S., Canada, United Kingdom and Australia residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will have 72 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received samples for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Wilton Dimensions Giant Cupcake Pan {Celebration Review & Giveaway #12}


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I have been very fortunate to work with Wilton on multiple occasions this past year. You may remember my first with the Wilton Yearbook or perhaps my fun Halloween baking review. But my very favorite so far was my review of Wilton UltraGold bakeware.  I love that my relationship with Wilton pushes me to try new things and to do more baking!

Wilton is has what you need to do anything and everything you can imagine in terms of baking.  From step by step instructions to a huge selections of baking essentials and fun gadgets, Wilton can help you achieve a scrumptious masterpiece. One of their amazing products I’ve had my eye on a while is their Dimensions Giant Cupcake Pan. And can you blame me? Cupcakes are sweet but GIANT ones are even sweeter. Who can honestly resist?

Wilton Dimensions Giant Cupcake Pan
I thought a giant cupcake cake for my son Warren’s 2nd birthday would be perfect. The pan was simple to use and the cake came out great. I did need two cake mixes and had enough mix left over for about 10 cupcakes. I recommend keeping a close eye on the cake as it bakes. It was hard to know exactly how long to bake it since the instructions that came with the pan state to follow the directions on the box. The cake mix obviously doesn’t include baking times for giant cupcake pans so I conservatively estimated and kept checking it every few minutes after that.

Of course I couldn’t just keep it simple and decided I would grant the request of my husband to add a filling. I chose this strawberry cream filling recipe from Wilton. While that added step really became a labor of love it ended up working great.  The filling turned out a bit thinner than I thought would be ideal between the the top and bottom half of the cupcake so my mom (the most fabulous baker in the world) came to my rescue. Her advice was to add a little powdered sugar and it worked wonders! I cut out a hole in the center of the bottom portion of the cupcake and added some strawberry filling before replacing the  piece I cut and adding even more between the two layers.

Wilton PrepI decorated the top with some creamy vanilla canned frosting using my Wilton Decorating Bag Kit that I purchased from my local Target.  I strongly suggest you read these fabulous decorating bag tips from Wilton if you are an inexperienced decorator like myself. I wish I would have before I started since I broke the cardinal rule and filled past the clearly marked “Do not fill past this line” warning. I did end up with frosting oozing out the end and all over my hands but it certainly didn’t show in the results.

Wilton giant cupcake frostedI had planned on leaving the bottom bare but with the strawberry filling showing I thought it would look better if it appeared to have a white baking cup underneath so I frosted it as well. If I were to do it over again I would have made sure I purchased these jumbo confetti sprinkles for that something extra.

I stored it in the fridge before serving so it could firm up even more. While it may not be perfect, I am very happy with how it turned out. I had extra filling left over so I had some available in a dish for spooning over the cake after it was sliced. It was so refreshing! The filling really added something special and my husband even paid me the highest compliment ever. He asked for seconds on cake which trust me, never usually happens!

Wilton giant cupcake finishedBeing the novice decorator that I am, I am certainly unable to show you all the amazing things you can do with this pan. But of course Wilton can make you oooh and ahhhh with the stunning cakes below. If you want to wow them at a birthday party, this pan can certainly do that! If you are looking for something extra unique for Easter, check out this Easter Basket Cake with cookies!

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Do you suddenly have a massive craving for some cake? I do just completing this post.  If you’re completely sold on this pan and you just gotta have it, you can purchase it directly from Wilton for $30.99 or check your local Michael’s or Jo-ann Fabrics and Craft Store. And if you are feeling really lucky, you just might win the Wilton Dimensions Giant Cupcake Pan!

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Wilton would like to give one of my lucky readers a Dimensions Giant Cupcake Pan and they’ll be adding some sprinkles in for good measure!

MAIN ENTRY: Tell me something else in Wilton’s shop that you would also love to own!

Want more entries? (Silly question though, isn’t it?) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

-Browse the Wilton ideas section and tell me something that caught your eye!
-Subscribe to A Piece of Cake blog by Wilton
-Follow Wilton on twitter and tweet about the giveaway
-Become a fan of Wilton on Facebook
-Become a fan of Baby Loving Mama on Facebook
-Follow my blog publicly
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This contest will end on 3/23/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 72 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a Wilton Dimensions Giant Cupcake Pan for the purposes of this review but no other type of compensation was received. This has no bearing on my completely honest review above. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Runaway Kite {Review & Giveaway}


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Another Thomas & Friends adventure was just been released on DVD March 2nd from Liongsate and Hit Entertainment.Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Runaway Kite is yet another must have DVD to add to your Thomas collection.

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Using the same CGI style as the movie Thomas & Friends: Hero of the Railsand Thomas & Friends: Splish, Splash, Splosh! Thomas & Friends: Thomas & the Runaway Kite also features both narration and characters that can talk.  This DVD brings back beloved characters from both of these DVDs including Hiro, from Hero of the Rails and Driver Perkins and Charlie from Splish, Splash, Splosh.

There’s a kite on the loose and Thomas must catch it before the wind blows it from Sodor. With Gordon, Charlie and Toby by his side, Thomas learns that a helping hand keeps him right on track when it comes to rescuing kites, saving a swarm of bees, and preventing railway disasters from taking flight! Hop on board for a high-flying ride with Thomas & Friends in these all-new, never-before-seen train adventures!

The DVD includes the following episodes:

o Runaway Kite

0 Buzzy Bees

o Toby’s New Whistle

o The Biggest Present of All

Anyone who has read my previous Thomas reviews knows that my three year old son Lucian is a huge Thomas fan. Therefore, trying to get him to nail down a favorite episode was nearly impossible. He did however mention more than once that he was so happy to see Hiro again and of course he asks to watch it almost daily.

I personally enjoyed the lessons learned in Toby’s New Whistle. Toby is forced to use a new and different whistle while his old one was being fixed. He didn’t like the change and thought the whistle was much too loud.  Toby decided he wouldn’t use his whistle at all since he was too scared to even try.  Through a series of events Toby is forced to use it to help save his friends and it turns out that it would have only been possible with this new whistle. I love the lesson that change can sometimes be for the better.

Buy it: Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Runaway Kite retails for $14.98 but can be purchased from Amazon for only $11.98 right now!

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I have a copy of Thomas & Friends: Thomas and the Runaway Kite to give to one of my readers!

MAIN ENTRY: Tell me why you’d like to win and who the DVD would be for!

Want more entries? (You know you have someone who would love this!) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

-Tell me your favorite Thomas & Friends character
-Follow my blog publicly
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-Blog about this contest and link back here (3 entries)

This contest will end on 3/17/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will have 72 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a copy of this DVD for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Let’s Grow: Lend a Helping Hand {Review & Giveaway}


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Let’s Grow is a new DVD series co-branded by Hit Entertainment and Sprout and will feature six different DVDs through spring 2011. The entire series focuses on areas that preschoolers encounter every day using some of Hit Entertainment’s most loved characters. Each story is connected by live action segments with hosts from Sprouts original Sunny Side Up Show.

The first DVD in the series, Let’s Grow: Lend a Helping Hand debuted in January.

Meet Kellysm and Chicasm, the hosts of TV’s “The Sunny Side Up Show” on the 24-hour preschool channel, Sprout®.  Join them as they host this special collection of delightful adventures featuring your favorite friends, Barney, Bob the Builder, Thomas & Friends, Fireman Sam and Angelina Ballerina, and discover how quickly things can go from squeaky clean to terribly messy.  Throughout all the stories and with Kelly and Chica’s help, your children will learn that when friends work together, any job can be fun!

Episodes include:

  • Thomas & Friends “Dirty Work”
  • Barney “Litterbot”
  • Bob the Builder “Clean as a Whistle Bristle”
  • Fireman Sam “Mother’s Helper”
  • Angelina Ballerina “The Ballerina Ragdoll”

Because both my boys are huge Thomas & Friends and Bob the Builder fans it came as no surprise that those were their favorites. My two year old loved Bob the Builder which introduces a new character name Bristle who is a street sweeper. He gets a little over zealous trying to help clean up and ultimately cleans up anything on the ground, including a shop’s outdoor display.

All of the stories use different angles to explain how we all can lend a helping hand from encouraging others, to cleaning up litter. I liked the message in the stories but I really loved how Kelly and Chica tied them all together in between episodes and explained how children could apply these lessons to everyday life.

Buy it: Let’s Grow: Lend a Helping Hand retails for $14.98 and is available from Amazon or directly from Hit Entertainment!

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I have a copy of Let’s Grow:  Lend a Helping Hand to give to one of my readers!

MAIN ENTRY: Tell me why you’d like to win and who the DVD would be for!

Want more entries? (You know you have someone who would love this!) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

-Follow my blog publicly
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-Become a fan of Baby Loving Mama on Facebook
-Follow me on twitter and tweet about this giveaway

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-Add my button to your blog
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This contest will end on 3/9/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will have 72 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a copy of this DVD for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Purex 3-in-1 Laundry Sheets -Try them for FREE! {Review}


This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Purex. All opinions are 100% mine.

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Laundry is a chore that seems never-ending and rather cumbersome so I appreciate any related products that make the process just a little easier and less complicated. Purex has developed this ingenious Purex 3-in-1 Laundry Sheet which does the work of three products in one. It contains laundry detergent, fabric softener and anti-static, all in one handy dandy thin sheet. So I’ll bet it comes as no surprise that I jumped at the chance to try them out. How could I resist?

Purex 3 in 1It really doesn’t get any easier than this. Simply start your washer, add the sheet and then add your laundry. The detergent will magically be added to your wash. When the wash cycle is finished you can add the sheet to your dryer with the rest of your laundry and the heat will activate the fabric softener and anti-static strip.

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After using this on multiple washes I couldn’t tell a difference in the cleanliness of my clothes or the softness when they came out of the dryer. I did notice however how easy they were to use.

Purex 3 in 1 laundry sheetsMy laundry room is already a mess. I have multiple bottles of detergent, liquid fabric softener and boxes of fabric sheets. I have virtually no shelving with which to speak  so my bottles end up on the floor. I purposely to do not buy the over-sized bottles of liquid laundry detergent because I hate trying to pick up and pour out of a bottle that gives me a workout. And even so I’m a bit messy when I pour. I also always have the nice soap residue sprinkled with lint around the top of the washing machine. Don’t let the picture above fool you. I’m creative enough to take a shot that would exclude this embarrassment.

These sheets eliminate all those problems. No more lugging heavy bottles in from our van, no more measuring, no more residue and no possible way my husband could screw it up if he actually did a load of laundry. (Not that I’m holding my breath on that one…)

BUY IT: Check out the store locator to find this product at a retailer near you including Target and Wal-mart.

Don’t forget to get your  free sample to try this out for yourself!

Visit my sponsor: Purex 3-in-1 Laundry Sheet

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Gorton’s Seafood {Review & Giveaway}


Gortons LogoWhen I think of frozen seafood products, I think of Gorton’s. Since having children we always have a huge 115 count bag of Extra Crunchy Breaded Fish Sticks from Sam’s Club sitting in our freezer. (Which are a fabulous value by the way so go buy yourself a bag!) It is the only kind of fish stick we’ve tried that doesn’t end up mushy and we just love that crunchy breading!

Gortons ProductsSince my husband and I adore  seafood I was excited to work with Gorton’s and try out some of their other products. I immediately seized the opportunity to try their Shrimp Scampi. Both my husband and I love shrimp and who can resist a yummy garlic sauce?

Gortons Shrimp ScampiI decided to keep it simple and follow the suggestion on the box to serve it over a bed of noodles. With just a simple box of spaghetti and Gorton’s Shrimp Scampi we created what tasted like a gourmet meal.  It was cinch to prepare by simply sauteing the shrimp and boiling the spaghetti. With the built in garlic butter sauce it created a savory meal with very little effort on my part.  Both my husband and I can’t wait to try it again (and again and again….).

Gortons Shrimp Scampi ProcessThe package contains three servings and I think that is about right, although my husband and I finished it completely and we were more than satisfied.  With 120 calories and 6 grams of fat per serving it isn’t damaging to your waistline despite it feeling like a splurge.

Gorton’s also has some great current promotions:

Print out a coupon to receive $1.00 any two Gorton’s products.

Gortons SudukuPurchase any 3 Gorton’s items and you can request the electronic Sudoku game shown above for free!

Gorton's Recipe Rennovation

Enter the Gorton’s Recipe Renovation Contest through February 23, 2010.  There will be 31 semi-finalists chosen who all will be guaranteed to win something. The grand prize includes a $5,000 gift card to a leading home furnishing retailer and 12 free Gorton’s product coupons.

  • Share your healthy renovated recipe
  • Upload a photo showing your recipe renovation process
  • Provide a recipe or meal renovation tip using seafood

*See Official Rules for complete details.

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Gorton’s would like to give away a fun prize pack including a FREE Gorton’s Seafood Product coupon, an 18 month Gorton’s Celebrates Gloucester calendar (containing over $10 worth of coupons) and an electronic Sudoku game to FIVE of my wonderful readers!

MAIN ENTRY: Visit Gorton’s product page and tell me an item that you would love to buy with your free product coupon!

Want more entries? (Is there any doubt? I think not!) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

-Become a fan of Gorton’s on Facebook
-Follow my blog publicly
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This contest will end on 3/3/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S.  residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will have 72 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a sample for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Creativity for Kids Craft Pack {Celebration Review & Giveway #9}


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I’ve had the chance to work with Creativity for Kids on multiple occasions and the response has always been fantastic.  It seems that everyone is always jumping at the chance to have more fun craft and art projects with their kids and who can blame them? Anything that entertains and fosters creativity in my boys is a winner with me. I’ve previously reviewed their Make Your Own Animal Puppet Kit and kicked off my holiday splurge event with an awesome boys and girls prize pack giveaway.

This time I got the chance to test out the Young Artist Texture Painting Set from Faber-Castell which retails for $17.99.

Experience the joy of creative artistic expression. This 12 piece set has everything you need to experiment with color, texture, paint and patterns. Includes 5 colors of washable tempera paint, 5 texture tools, paint tray and 20 sheets of paper. And, a fully illustrated instruction guide that includes paint mixing chart, tips and techniques.

Creativity for Kids Young Artist Texture Paint SetJust looking at the package, doesn’t it look like fun? While my boys are younger than the recommended age of 5 and up it didn’t stop them from having a blast with this set. I did however have to monitor them closely while they painted to avoid color mixing and to make sure that they didn’t paint anything they shouldn’t.

Creativity for Kids 1This paint set features many fun shaped texture brushes which go beyond the ordinary and allow your child to create something unique with little effort. I think this would be a great compliment to a regular paint set so you could mix the two together. The set includes everything you need to create and I found it very helpful to have paper already included. The brushes clean up easily with cold water and dry fairly quickly.  Adding a little water is recommended to stretch the amount of paint so it isn’t necessary to let the brushes dry before you can use them again.

Creativity for Kids 2My only suggestion would be to have multiple containers available so several colors are available at once. Only one paint tray is included and given the size of the brushes it would be hard to mix more than two at a time. With the ages of my boys I could only do one color in the tray to avoid cross mixing. With five brushes available it would have been handy to have five containers. This can easily be done with disposable containers or cups you may have lying around the house.

Creativity for Kids has a wide selection of products to bring out your child’s creative side and here are just a few of them.

Creativity for Kids Craft Pack

You can purchase these kits, including Faber-Castell products directly through Creativity for Kids. You can also find their products at your local Target or use their store locator to find a retailer near you.

How would you like to win all of these four products shown? Now that I’ve got you excited, check out how you can win below!

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Creativity for Kids would like to give one of my readers the collection of four craft products shown above including Big Fun Stamp Art, Keepsake Canvas, Racer Bikes and Butterfly Diary kits, a value of over $68!

MAIN ENTRY: Visit Creativity for Kids and tell me another item that would be perfect for someone in your life!

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This contest will end on 3/1/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. and Canada residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will have 72 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a sample for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Dentyne Limited Edition Designs by Anthony Yankovic {Review & Giveaway}


dentyne logoThe packaging on any product can be the first thing that catches are eye in  a sea of the products we are bombarded with every day. I love it when I find something that surprises me and actually looks good  on display. Have you see these new Dentyne bottles that are anything but ordinary?

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Dentyne premium badge edition bottle are available in twelve eye catching limited edition designs in Peppermint, Spearmint and Arctic Chill flavors.  These fun and edgy designs were created by apparel, skateboard and snowboard artist Anthony Yankovic. The gum is the same (why mess with a good thing right?) but the bottles certainly are not.

If you haven’t had a chance to try out these bottles we find them quite handy in my house. We placed the Peppermint version on our mantel and appreciated just how easy it was to walk by and snag a piece of gum. I also like that it didn’t completely look out of place either!

So what do you think? Do you appreciate it when companies step out of the box and try to gives us something visually appealing for our every day products? Tell me for the chance to win some Dentyne gum in this snazzy new packaging.

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Dentyne would like to give one of my readers a three bottles of Dentyne gum in this edgy Anthony Yankovic packaging!

MAIN ENTRY: Tell me what you think of these new designs. Do you like it when companies combine art with their package?

Want more entries? (I bet you could go for some gum right about now, right?) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

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This contest will end on 2/28/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received samples  for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Shaun the Sheep : A Woolly Good Time {Review & Giveway}


ShauntheSheepAWoollyGoodTimeShaun the Sheep is back at it again with more great adventures in Shaun The Sheep: A Woolly Good Time, set to  hit stores on Tuesday, February 16th. You may have seen this fun series as 5 minutes shorts on the Disney Channel but full length episodes of this International Emmy Award winner can only be found on DVDs.

Episodes Include:

  • “Washday” – When the Farmer leaves, the sheep have loads of fun playing with his newly washed clothes hung out to dry. Quick! How to clean up the dirty garments before he returns?
  • “Tooth Fairy” – Bitzer gets a terrible toothache and Shaun takes the job as dentist hoping to help his friend and remove the painful tooth.  But after several creative and hilarious attempts at extraction it’s off to the vet for success!  But will the Tooth Fairy still visit Bitzer?
  • “The Farmer’s Niece” – The Farmer’s naughty niece comes for a visit and Bitzer and the fearless flock have to put up with her silly antics.
  • “Snore-Worn Shaun” – What can Shaun do to stop Shirley’s snoring? Nothing works so he and the flock decide to get her out of the barn with hilarious results!
  • “Helping Hound” – Farmer and Bitzer are fed up with the naughty sheep and hope a robotic dog will keep them in line.  But there’s mayhem in the meadow when he turns out to be stricter than Bitzer!
  • “Big Top Timmy” – The sheep awake to find Timmy gone! The search is on and he’s found at a nearby circus.  Can Shaun and the fearless flock rescue him and return to the barn before the Farmer finds out.

While not all that educational, this DVD is a riot! Both my kids absolutely love Shaun the Sheep but even my husband and I get excited when we get a new DVD from this series and look forward to watching it with the kids.  We love the simple humor and giggle at the silly antics. It is impossible to resist. With no talking, everything is done with actions and sounds to the signature Shaun the Sheep music.

In this DVD I found Tooth Fairy and Snore-Worn Shaun to be my absolute favorites, both of which involve the extremely overweight sheep, Shirley that is always a bit clumsy and difficult to control. The lengths that poor Shaun went through to try and drown out Shirley’s snoring and eventually trying to remove her from the barn entirely were a crack up!

I highly recommend all the Shaun the Sheep DVDS and you don’t have to take just my word for it. Look at the glowing reviews on Amazon and you’ll understand why this show is an award winner!

Buy it: Shaun the Sheep: A Woolly Good Time can be purchased after 2/16 (or on pre-order) from Amazon currently for only $8.99 or directly from Hit Entertainment!

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I have a copy of Shaun the Sheep:  A Woolly Good Time to give to one of my readers!

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This contest will end on 2/24/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will have 72 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a copy of this DVD for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Frecklebox Personalized Big Heart Book {Celebration Review & Giveaway #5}


Frecklebox LogoLast April I showed you some unique personalized gifts from Frecklebox which included a My Name Is book review among other fabulous options. Since that time they’ve added some fun new products including their newest book, Big Heart which debuted just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Frecklebox Big Heart Personalized BookBig Heart is the story of a child who is learning how to show someone you love them with such ways as cooking, art, music, flowers, going someplace special or traditional hugs and kisses of course. You choose the name of the child featured in the story and they are showcased throughout the story in various pictures. You also can choose the narrator of the story: Mommy, Daddy, Grandma or Grandpa.

Warren Frecklebox Big Heart Personalized BookOf course I love the personalization aspect of Frecklebox books. It is extra special to have your child’s name be the featured child in the story, especially if you child has a unique name. But I really appreciate the quality of the book, from the glossy hardbound exterior to the smooth pages within. My son Warren loved just browsing through the bright and colorful pictures, even without yet recognizing his name in the pictures. Our oldest son Lucian learned how to spell his name through his My Name Is book and I look forward to using Big Heart as a way to teach my youngest. This book retails for $19.95 for softbound and $34.95 for hardbound.

Still searching for something unique for Valentine’s Day for your sweetheart?  If Big Heart isn’t what you had in mind, check out this adorable Candy Hearts personalized puzzle.  Frecklebox personalized puzzles contain 20 pieces and would be great for any age. How fun would this look in framed in an office or in a child’s room? At only $12.95 this a great way to give something different and special for your valentine!

Frecklebox personalized-puzzle-of-heartsDon’t forget to check out some of the other great items Frecklebox has available like these personalized lunch boxes for $26.95 or

Frecklebox Personalized Lunchboxesthese very affordable personalized coloring books for $6.95. Imagine showing up to a birthday party with one of these in tow or giving them out as extra special party favors?

Frecklebox personalized coloring booksWant a chance to win one of these items from Frecklebox? Here is your chance!

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Frecklebox would like to give one of my readers their choice of any single item from their website or five coloring books!

MAIN ENTRY: Visit Frecklebox and tell me what you would choose if you were the lucky winner!

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-Blog about this contest and link back here and to Frecklebox (3 entries)

This contest will end on 2/21/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. and Canada residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a sample for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Pirate and Princess Potty Books from Scholastic {Review & Giveaway}


Scholastic Potty BooksLet’s face it. Potty training for most children doesn’t happen overnight. I know as my three year old son Lucian has been sorta, almost but not quite potty trained for many months now.  (If only I could get him to go number 2 on the potty!) I’m always up for ways to get him excited about the potty again since the novelty has worn off.

Scholastic has two adorable new books that feature a step-by-step story for both boys and girls.  Pirate Potty is a pirate themed toilet training book and will have you talking like a pirate and even mimicking his parrot side kick.  The potty in the book even features an x marking the spot at the bottom of the toilet! Princess Potty is along the same lines and will have you going “Here ye, Here ye” and of course she uses a royal throne for her royal business.

Each of these books has a fun reward system included. Pirate Potty features a pirate hat with various coordinating stickers such as coins, ships and swords.  Princess Potty has a tiara with sparkling jewel stickers just waiting to be added!

Pirate Potty LucianThis has become Lucian’s favorite book overnight. Seriously. I asked him the other day what his favorite book was and he chose Pirate Potty. I had only read it to him once the day before but apparently it took. Now he is asking for me to read it to him during the day and wants it to be the book he takes to bed to settle down for the night. I think his favorite part is when I squawk like the parrot and talk like a pirate. I’ve even begun to add extra parrot lines because it makes him giggle. I also like that it isn’t too terribly long or short at 24 pages. The pages are very sturdy and given the subject matter I see this book perfect for a two to four year old.

This is a very inexpensive way to get your child interested in the potty and the reward system that is included is very fun and helpful. At only $5.99 these books are a great value!

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FIVE of my readers will get their choice of Pirate Potty or Princess Potty from Scholastic.

MAIN ENTRY: Tell me which of these books you would choose if you won and who would be the lucky recipient!

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This contest will end on 2/18/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a sample for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Hallmark Webcam Greetings {Celebration Review & Giveaway #4}


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This past Christmas I had the pleasure of showing you some of Hallmark’s newest products including the Recordable Storybook which was a huge hit and sold out coast to coast. Earlier in the year I shared with you their Edge of Motherhood cards, celebrating the joys of motherhood and all the humor required for the job. Now I’m excited to tell you about their newest greeting card creation, the webcam greetings.

Webcam greetings are like no other greeting card you’ve seen before. While they look and feel like regular card they have a special bonus for the recipient! Simply visit  www.hallmark.com/extra and follow the directions to be able to view a 3D animated feature by holding the greeting card up to the web camera. The animation works no matter which way the card is moved. Some cards even display various scenes as the card is turned in different angles in front of the webcam.

Check out the video below to see the webcam greeting in action and be amazed!

Hallmark Webcam GreetingsWe got the chance to review two Valentine’s Day webcam greetings and were blown away by the originality and certainly appreciated the affordability.  I did have troubles getting the software to recognize our built in webcam on our smaller laptop in Firefox but my husband is a genius and suggested we try Internet Explorer. Good thing I married him or I wouldn’t have been able to view hoops & yoyo being annoyingly cute yet irresistible as they jumped on screen.

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I’m sure it is no surprise that my kids both were fascinated and mesmerized by these cards and wanted to watch them over and over. Can you blame them? These are totally  fun and completely different than anything I’ve seen. I think they would be a great way to put a smile on anyone’s face this Valentine’s Day without having to spend a lot in the process!

Ten cards currently are available for Valentine’s Day and additional webcam greetings will be added throughout the year. A majority of the cards are only $2.99, although those included a sound clip that plays when the recipient opens the card (clip is audible without going online) retail for $5.99.

You can purchase webcam greetings from your local Hallmark store. Use the store locator to find the nearest one to you!

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Hallmark would like to give TWO of my readers a $25 Hallmark gift card and two Valentine’s Day webcam greetings cards!

MAIN ENTRY: Visit Hallmark and tell me what you’d love to spend the gift card on if you won!

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Win a $25 Hallmark gift card & new webcam greetings! *2 winners @babylovingmama @hallmarkpr http://tinyurl.com/y9kwk2l #giveaway PLS RT!

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-Blog about this contest and link back here and to Hallmark (3 entries)

This contest will end on 2/9/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a sample for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Bravado, Swaddle Designs and Bebe Dulce ~ New Mama Prize Pack {Celebration Giveaway #3}


Every new mama, whether it be her first child or her third, needs a few special items for her and baby.  The three companies featured below all share the common goal of making a new mama’s already exhausting life just a little bit easier.

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In August I shared with you my love for the Bravado Supreme nursing bra in this review. I had a very difficult time finding a bra that was both supportive and functional for nursing and this was by far my favorite! Very high quality and was a life saver for me while I nursed both my boys. I highly recommend this bra to any bigger busted woman.

Bravado-Supreme-WhiteBravado has just recently launched Basics by Bravado Designs which is now available in select Target stores around the country. You can find the closest location to you here. They are also running a super fun contest. Find a location near you, capture of picture of you discovering the display and send the photo with your name and contact information to basics@bravadodesigns.com to be entered to win $500 worth of must-have items for baby! Check out the Spot, Click and Send Sweepstakes page for more details and to see all amazing stuff up for grabs!

Swaddle Designs Logo ThumbOne of my very first reviews was of my Pastel Blue Mod Circles Ultimate Receiving Blanket and matching Baby Lovie from Swaddle Designs. I was fortunate to win these items on another blog and simple fell in love. Truly, the Ultimate Receiving Blanket is the ultimate. I struggled to find the larger sized receiving blankets in stores and I found it extremely frustrating to try and swaddle with blankets that were too small for the job. These blankets are very versatile and super soft. Perfect for any baby, regardless of whether or not they are swaddled! See my full review here.

Swaddle Designs Ultimate Receiving Blanket & LovieSwaddle Designs features modern designs in many different patterns and fabrics, including certified organic cotton!

Discount: You can save 10% off  regularly priced items with the code “MadeinUSA” at checkout!

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I discovered Bebe Dulce Aspen this past fall and had the chance to experience the quality of their appliqued onesies firsthand. Check out my full review to learn even more! This shop is perfect for finding unique and boutique items that you won’t find just anywhere.

With a Peek-a-Boo Clip you can quickly turn any blanket into a nursing cover, making it a must-have accessory. Compact and available in lots of fun prints, this would make a fabulous gift for any new mom at only $15.

Bebe Dolce Peek-A-BooDon’t forget to check out their baby gift sets and beanies which are too cute for words!

Discount: Use code “winter20” to receive 20% off your purchase through the end of February!

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Win a New Mama Prize Pack valued at over $100 consisting of your choice of nursing bra from Bravado Designs, your choice of pink, blue or green Mod Circles Ultimate Receiving Blanket with matching Lovie from Swaddle Designs and a Peek-a-Boo Clip from Bebe Dulce.

MAIN ENTRY: You MUST do one of the following to be entered to win this prize pack.

  • Visit Bravado Designs and tell me what bra you would choose if you won.
  • Visit Swaddle Designs and tell me what caught your eye, besides the two items featured above.
  • Visit Bebe Dulce and tell me which Peek-a-Boo clip you would choose if you won.

Want more entries? (Seriously? You know you need this prize pack!) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

-Visit the other two remaining sponsors and answer the question in the main entry section for each. (1 entry each)
-Follow Swaddle Designs , Bebe Dulce or Bravado Designs on twitter & tweet the giveaway at least once (1 entry each for company)
-Fan Swaddle Designs or Bebe Dulce on Facebook (1 entry each)
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Win a New Mama Prize Pack $100+ featuring Bravado, Swaddle Designs & Bebe Dulce @babylovingmama http://tinyurl.com/ydfb47u #giveaway PLS RT!

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-Blog about this contest and link back here and to Bravado Designs, Swaddle Designs & Bebe Dulce Aspen (3 entries)

This contest will end on 2/16/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a onesie sample for the purpose of the original review for Bebe Dulce. Swaddle Designs blanket & lovie was a win from another blog and Bravado bras were purchased by me. I received nothing for this particular post. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Things Remembered Flutter Heart Bracelet {Celebration Review & Giveaway #1}


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I have had the pleasure of working with Things Remembered for multiple promotions this past year including Father’s Day and Mother’s Day gift ideas, and most recently their Custom Couture Collection. I’m always impressed with the selection, quality and thoughtfulness of their gifts.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, this is the perfect time to check out the options available at Things Remembered. I had the opportunity receive this gorgeous Flutter Heart Bracelet, engraved with a special message from my husband.  Isn’t it absolutely gorgeous? I love that it has such a unique look  and I know I’ll treasure it forever.

Things Remembered Flutter Heart BraceletI hate bracelets which require me to ask my husband for help or spend much too long trying to get it on. With the larger size of the clasp I am able to easily attach it all by myself. How liberating. Since my wrists are small I also appreciate that I can attach the clasp much further into where the small hearts connect to get a tighter fit.

Things Remembered Heart BraceletIf you are still searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift either to give your significant other as a hint or to buy yourself, you can get some great ideas using the Top 10 Valentine’s Gifts for Men, Women or Children.

Buy it: The Flutter Heart Bracelet retails for $40 but is currently on sale for only $29.99. Order it by Tuesday, February 9th to get it in time for Valentine’s Day!

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Things Remembered would like to give one of my readers an engraved Flutter Heart Bracelet!

MAIN ENTRY: Visit Things Remembered and tell me something else you found that would make a great Valentine’s Day gift!

Want more entries? (Of course!) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

-Tell me why you’d like to win
-Become a fan of Things Remembered on Facebook & write on their wall that you are a fan because of this post! (2 entries)
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-Become a fan of Baby Loving Mama on Facebook
-Follow me on twitter and tweet about this giveaway

Win a Things Remembered Flutter Heart Bracelet for Valentine’s Day @babylovingmama @tremembered http://tinyurl.com/y9reyhc #giveaway PLS RT!

-Add my button to your blog
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-Blog about this contest and link back here and to Things Remembered (3 entries)

This contest will end on 2/8/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a sample for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Eden Fantasys makes for Valentine’s Day fun {Review & Giveaway}


Eden Fantasys LogoWarning: This review is for adults only. If you are uncomfortable with adult content (fairly tame) please don’t read further.

Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to think of new and inventive ways to spice up your love life (or lack thereof). Let’s face it, once kids are thrown into the relationship, finding some quality alone time is tough. To top it off, most of us are simply too tired by the end of the day to even consider doing something creative in bed.

That is why I agreed to step out of the box. Be a little bold and frankly just a little bit naughty and agree to doing a review for Eden Fantasys. I didn’t go the easy route and pick a scented candle or some sensual massage oil (although both of those are available). No, that would be a tad bit boring and I’m sick of being boring. So I chose the Bnaughty Deluxe from BSwish. Because you know, I want to BE naughty. Perfect.

Eden Fantasy B Naught BulletI have to say the very first thing that attracted me to this bad boy was just how innocent it looks. How easy would it be to explain this one away if you child comes running out with it and shows it to your guests? It looks just like some kind of cool computer mouse so they don’t have to know how naughty you really are.

The Bnaughty Deluxe is not only waterproof and extremely quiet, it has many settings to play around with to your heart’s content. Equipped with seven functions, you can utilize vibration, pulsation and escalation, all with different levels of intensity. This bullet is great for foreplay with your partner or some special quality time with yourself.

Now that I’ve tested it out I’m one mama in a much better mood. All I can say is W-O-W-S-A. (Is that even a word?) And while I usually get more descriptive in my reviews and include photos, those are details I’m keeping ALL to myself on this one!

Now that I’ve peeked your curiosity, take your bad self on over to Eden Fantastys and discover some great ways that you can be naughty this Valentine’s Day!

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Eden Fantasys is giving one of my readers a $50 gift certificate!

MAIN ENTRY: Visit Eden Fantasys and tell me something that you think would make your Valentine’s Day a little more exciting!

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-Become a subscriber to Eden Cafe (adult content-look in upper right hand corner)
-Become a fan of Baby Loving Mama on Facebook
-Follow my blog publicly
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-Follow me on twitter and tweet about this giveaway

Win a $50 GC from Eden Fantasys & spice up your Valentine’s Day! @babylovingmama http://tinyurl.com/ye6dlqw #giveaway PLS RT!

-Add my button to your blog
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-Blog about this contest and link back here and to Eden Fantasys (3 entries)

This contest will end on 2/9/10 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a sample for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation. The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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