31.7.10

August Event Will Be Huge!

August is around the corner. Though I am not sure exactly how that happened, we are more than ready for our themed event! July proved to be a bit difficult because we were away from home and trying to work on vacation just doesn't work very well. :) With that said, we have a few leftovers from July to add along with over 15 new reviews and giveaways! August will be our BIGGEST EVENT YET! Yay!
Our theme for August? Even though many of us aren't ready, along with the kiddos, it's time to go....

Back To School
Children Teaching Mama is hosting a Back to School event! Without further ado, here's the list of all the August sponsors! Take a look around and get familiar with the sponsors. Also, any purchases made from any of the sponsors means 5 extra entries for ALL August giveaways! Sponsors for September's Blogmania Event will be listed soon, too.
































So, Are You Excited Yet?

29.7.10

Aloha Friday Question

Wow! The week has flown by for me. Wasn’t I just posting a question the other day? Crazy! Anyways- It’s Friday so, kick back, relax, and blog hop! Aloha Friday is your chance to meet some other wonderful bloggers and waste some time answering fun questions! Kailani created the Meme so, we owe all the fun to her and her awesome blog, An Island Life where you can link up to the other Aloha Friday Questions and Blogs!

Today’s Question:
If you had $10,000 to spend and were told you could ONLY use it for a vacation, where would you go? What would you do?

My Answer:
There are so many places I’d love to take the kids when they get older, like to visit Mikey over in England, but they aren’t quite ready for such a long flight. I’d take that $10,000 to create an amazing Disney World trip for our entire family, including the grandparents! We’d stay in one of the nicer hotel suites, get the meal plan, and not have to worry about spending too much money! Anyone want to fund that trip for us? Please! Lol!

***Have a Wonderful Weekend! For all of you who enjoy giveaways, I am having a huge Back to School Giveaway Event beginning on the 1st of August so, follow if you want to come back to win some great products for you and the kiddos!***

28.7.10

IncrediBundles Happy Baby Contest = Chance to Win & Earn Entries For August Giveaways!

The first 50 Children Teaching Mama Readers who enter the IncrediBundles.com Happy Baby Contest will receive a free children’s book!

Here’s how it works:
Step 1:  Enter the Happy Baby Contest (www.happybabycontest.com) for a chance to win A Year of Diapers and A Year of Triple Paste.
Step 2: Send an email to happybaby@incredibundles.com with “Stinker Mama” (NOT Children Teaching Mama) in the subject line.  IncrediBundles.com will respond with instructions on how to redeem your free book.
BONUS - GET A SECOND BOOK FREE!
“Like” IncrediBundles.com on Facebook to get a second book for free!

Want to learn more about IncrediBundles.com?
IncrediBundles.com, the home of extraordinary baby gifts, features a fresh modern twist on the baby gift basket.  You won’t find wicker, cellophane or paper shred at this stylish retailer.  In their place, the company designed adorably chic reusable storage containers and filled them with the very best award-winning toys, books and products for babies – selected by experts and approved by parents.  Whether you are a gift-giver or an expecting mom or dad creating a Registry, be sure to check out their Year of Diapers Subscriptions.  An IncrediBundles.com 3, 6, 9 or 12-Month Diaper Subscription is the foolproof gift that is always appreciated.
Special Discount for Children Teaching Mama readers!  Use the coupon code STINKER15 good for 15% off any product on the site!  Coupon expires 8/30/10
***When you enter the Happy Baby Contest you will automatically Earn 10 Extra Entries For ALL August Giveaways!***

Wordless Wednesday - 3 Peas in a Pod

A little late, but here's my Wordless Wednesday post!
What is Wordless Wednesday? It's a chance to show off your pictures and link them through 5 Minutes For Mom. Others can view and comment on your pictures and vice versa! It's a great way to meet other bloggers. Be sure to leave comments so they all know you visited!
 We've been on an extended visit to North Carolina with family. Josiah, Katie, and Michael have to be with each other at all times! Here are some of his escapades!
 Racing on the slides!

Josiah & Katie dressed up in princess dresses and shoes, though Josiah says he's dressed as a prince, of course! :)

Katie drying her artwork at Plaster Creations

27.7.10

Little Beetle Little-To-Big Cloth Diaper Review & Giveaway


 I asked Lauren, the VP of Better For Babies, for a blurb about the company and, since I couldn't say it better myself, here's what she wrote:

 Better for Babies is entirely woman-owned and -operated, making natural and uncompromising lush products for babies -- and for grownups! -- using 100% organic, sustainably grown domestic and fair-trade fabrics. In the same spirit, Better for Babies, Inc. engages in additional practices for waste reduction, reuse, and recycling whenever and wherever possible. 

I have to admit, I have always wanted to try a Little Beetle so, I was more than excited to hear from Better for Babies about hosting a review! We were sent a Little-to-Big Organic Velour cloth diaper. Designed to grow with your baby, this one-size fitted diaper (approx. 6-36lbs) will fit your baby until they are potty trained! Josiah thought the diaper was for him, running around exclaiming, "It's a blankie for me". Poor boy! It took a bit of convincing, but I finally wrangled the Little Beetle from him. It is, in fact, the softest cloth diaper we've tried since our JamTots BerryPlush diaper.


The Little-to-Big diaper comes in White, Elemental Blue, Earthy Orange, and Willow Green. Always a fan of blue and velcro, I chose an Elemental Blue aplix Little-to-Big diaper to review, though snaps are also a available for all you snapsters! The blue is so amazingly bright and the velour softness makes this diaper irresistible

There are several features which make this diaper stand out from others, from the use of natural, sustainable materials to the fact that the diaper seems almost magical with it's form-fitting ability. It's hard to describe, but the diaper seems almost impossibly flexible. It fits Liam (21 lbs) perfectly so, I tried it on my 3 year old (32 lbs). It fit perfectly to his body, too. I only wish I'd tried this when Liam was a preemie at 6 pounds. No other cloth diaper fit, but I'm certain the Little-to-Big would have!

Another extra I love about the Little-to-Big diaper is the semi-attached booster that can be folded to the front or back or just laid flat depending on where you need the most absorbency. We've actually had to go with disposables (eck!) most nights since Liam is a very heavy wetter, but when I use the Little-to-Big diaper with a doubler,  there are no leaks and Liam is comfy all night without waking!
 Liam says to try a Little-to-Big Little Beetle Cloth Diaper today! :)

Buy It!
You can Purchase a Little-to-Big diaper from Better for Babies OR Check Here for a list of Retailers!
Win It!
One Lucky Reader Will Win A $10 Gift Credit Towards Their Purchase At Better For Babies!
How to Enter
**Remember to include your email address if it is NOT visible in your profile so I will know how to contact you!The initial entry is mandatory! 
 Be sure to answer that question before earning extra entries listed below! Each bullet is worth one extra entry unless specified. Be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry you earn and include your email address is at least one entry.

Additional Entries
  • Follow Better for Babies on Facebook
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  • Join the Better for Babies Mailing List
  • Follow Children Teaching Mama via Google Friend Connect
  • 'Like' Children Teaching Mama on Facebook
  • Follow Children Teaching Mama on Twitter 
  • Grab the Children Teaching Mama Button & Place on Your Blog (3 entries)- leave url
  •  Enter My Other Giveaways (1 Entry Per Giveaway Entered) 
  • Invite Friends to Join! You Get 1 Extra Entry (for each giveaway) Per Friend! (get them to leave a comment or email telling me you sent them)
  •  Tweet (up to 2x a day 1 hr apart) About This Giveaway On Twitter Using this Tweet:
RT to #win Little Beetle Little-to-Big #clothdiapers $10 Credit @betterforbabies @childrenteach http://tinyurl.com/betterforbabies Ends 8/22
  • Vote for me on Top Mommy Blogger. Just click on the picture below and it will take you there! (1 Entry Per Day):


The Top 100 Mommy Blogs

Plenty of opportunities to increase your chance of winning! This Giveaway is open to US Residents and Ends August 21st at 11:59pm EST. Winner will be drawn by random.org. An announcement will be made on the blog and the winner will also be contacted by email. The winner has 48 hours to respond to my email or another winner will be chosen. 
Good Luck!
I received no compensation other than the cloth diaper for the writing of this review and giveaway. The opinions are 100% mine!

24.7.10

Blogmania Event Participant Announcement


Hi! I hope you guys are having a great weekend. The other day I was emailed about a somewhat new event called Blogmania. It's a twice yearly party featuring hundreds blogs and thousands of dollars in prizes! The event is only held for two days so, it really is like a party, from September 15-16th. No giveaway will be worth less than $100, too!
I'm happy to announce that Children Teaching Mama was selected to participate in Blogmania! I am currently searching for co-partners and sponsors at the moment, but rest assured that I'll have a great giveaway... or two! Each blog will have their own theme for the event. My theme is 'An All-Natural Baby Party!" so, I'll have all organic and eco-friendly items in the giveaway(s)!
If you are interested in your blog participating, check out the participation page linked above. I suggest getting to know the blogs and sponsors listed thus far. The list will be updated every day with new sponsors/giveaways along with discount codes and other Blogmania info!
As many of you may know, I am also hosting a new event for September, too, so we'll have an event within an event. :) It should make for an interesting month! I will post about the upcoming August giveaway event this weekend so, come take a look later on!
Have a great weekend!

22.7.10

Aloha Friday

Hi! Well, another week has come and gone. TGIF! It's time to kick your shoes off, sit back and relax. To start off the weekend right, here's my first Aloha Friday post in a while. This month's review/giveaway event is coming to a close so, I finally have some extra time. The next event is starting very soon! Get ready! 
What is Aloha Friday? Started by Kailani at An Island Life, this awesome meme is a great way to link up, hop around new blogs and meet some new friends. All you do is post a simple question on your blog and go answer other people's questions on their blogs! So, you can just go to that link to find other Aloha Friday questions on other blogs, too! Simple and fun!
School is back in session here in N. Georgia starting NEXT WEEK! I can't believe school begins so early these days! In honor of the school year beginning here's my Q&A:


My Question:
Looking back over the past summer months, what was your favorite thing you did? An activity, vacation, etc?

My Answer:
I think my favorite activity from this summer was planting a garden with my 3 yr old, Josiah. Even though we weren't very successful at growing much (except our tomatoes!), we had a great time every evening water plants, picking fruit and veggies, and playing in the dirt! Even the Hubs and Liam came out to join the fun!

Have a Wonderful Weekend!

Extra Entry For All Giveaways

Hi Everyone! I recently wrote a review for Supergoop Organic Sunscreen. A low amount of readers have registered for the giveaway so, I am offering an extra 3 entries into all giveaways if you enter this giveaway! Just leave 3 separate comments stating you registered for the Supergoop giveaway!
It's a wonderful sunscreen and the prize is worth over $35! Register today! :)
Thanks!

21.7.10

Green Blog Hop!



Welcome to the Green Blog Hop! I was just invited by Melanie from Going Green With Noah! It's a great way to link up your blog with other Green blogs! Click on the picture or links above to read the rules and such! You follow the other bloggers and they follow you! There is a new linky posted every Tuesday so, we'll be participating from now on!
Take a look at the wonderful posts about living the green life!

20.7.10

Wordless Wednesday - 9 Month Old Silliness and Smiles

We've been out of town for a while so, I haven't been able to participate in Wordless Wednesday for a while! What is Wordless Wednesday? It's a chance to show off your pictures and link them through 5 Minutes For Mom. Others can view and comment on your pictures and vice versa! It's a great way to meet other bloggers. Be sure to leave comments so they all know you visited!
Enjoy the pics:


Action shot of Liam trying to love on Georgie Kitty.  RUN Georgie!











All wrapped up and smelling good after a nice swim in the sink!












Liam's first visit to the beach! Thanks to my Moby Wrap I was able to take Liam and Josiah down to the beach without my arms falling off!









His smiles are contagious! I love my little Liam! Next week I'll post my smiling Josiah! :) Have a wonderful week, everyone!

Rockin' Green Detergent Review & Giveaway

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I wrote a review about Rockin' Green Cloth Diaper & Laundry Detergent back in March just because I loved it so much. Now I get to review Rockin' Green AND host a giveaway! Yay! Many of you probably already know of Rockin' Green, but for those of you who don't, here's a little background and product info.
I originally found Rockin' Green when searching for a natural cloth diaper detergent that could solve even the stinkiest of problem diapers. My son was newborn and had extreme stomach issues which landed him on Alimentum formula. If you've ever even smelled Alimentum, you know how awful it is! Nothing could get the smell out of my diapers. Then I came across all of the reviews on google. Rockin' Green sounded too good to be true so, I had to try it out for myself.
Liam also has very sensitive skin so, finding a detergent that wouldn’t break him out was also proving to be quite difficult. Rockin' Green is free of dyes, enzymes, whiterners and brighteners. In addition, it's 100% Phosphate free so, it is completely safe on all cloth diapers. Rockin’ Green is also totally biodegradable, vegan, made without animal by-products and is never tested on animals! There are so many reasons to love Rockin' Green!
If it isn't obvious, we are huge Rockin' fans so, I, of course, recommend it for cloth diapering Mamas! Since I originally reviewed Rockin' Green in March several things have changed, including their increasing popularity! The word is spreading! The packaging has now changed, too. Although I did love saving all of my reusable Rockin’ Green baggies, I have to admit the new packaging is much more efficient and easier to get into. There is now a Hard Rock formula for those of you with hard water. We use Hard Rock and it works extra hard to get the smells out. My former favorite scent, Cherry Almond no longer exists either, but that's okay! The old scents have been replaced with new and improved deliciousness! From Mötley Cleän and Smashing Watermelons to Bare Naked Babies and Rage Against the Rasberry, these scents are sure to please! There are also Soft Rock versions of detergent for sensitive skin and an unscented version for extra sensitive skin! My current favorite is Smashing Watermelons!
Now on to the good stuff!

Buy It
You can purchase Rockin’ Green from their online Shop! The 45/90 Load bag of detergent goes for $13.95. You can purchase Rockin’ Green through a Retailer!

Win It
One lucky reader will win a 45/90 Load Bag of Rockin' Green in their choice of formula & scent!

How to Enter
  • Kim, the CEO of Rockin' Green, wants to know what you plan to rock your first soak on? Cloth diapers? Clothes? Something else? 
**Remember to include your email address if it is NOT visible in your profile so I will know how to contact you!The initial entry is mandatory! 
 Be sure to answer that question before earning extra entries listed below! Each bullet is worth one extra entry unless specified. Be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry you earn and include your email address is at least one entry.
Additional Entries

  • Follow Rockin' Green Soap on Facebook
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  • Join the Rockin' Green Mailing List
  • Register Yourself Or a Friend For the "Everything You Need to Start Cloth Diapering" Contest @ DiaperVine (You will receive 5 entries Per Giveaway Per Person You Register)
  • Follow Children Teaching Mama via Google Friend Connect
  • 'Like' Children Teaching Mama on Facebook
  • Follow Children Teaching Mama on Twitter 
  • Grab the Children Teaching Mama Button & Place on Your Blog (3 entries)- leave url
  •  Enter My Other Giveaways (1 Entry Per Giveaway Entered) 
  • Comment on My Tabatchnick Soup Review and/or Enter Giveaway @ An Island Life (2 entries)
  •  Tweet (up to 2x a day 1 hr apart) About This Giveaway On Twitter Using this Tweet:
RT to #Win Rockin' Green #clothdiapers Detergent @rockingreensoap @childrenteach http://tinyurl.com/rockingreen #giveaways ends 8/21
  • Vote for me on Top Mommy Blogger. Just click on the picture below and it will take you there! (1 Entry Per Day):



The Top 100 Mommy Blogs

Plenty of opportunities to increase your chance of winning! This Giveaway is open to US Residents and Ends August 21st at 11:59pm EST. Winner will be drawn by random.org. An announcement will be made on the blog and the winner will also be contacted by email. The winner has 48 hours to respond to my email or another winner will be chosen. 
Good Luck!
I received no compensation for thewriting of this review and giveaway. The opinions are 100% mine!

17.7.10

Baby Dipper Review & Giveaway


With two sets of twins, Barbara Schantz, CEO of Baby Dipper, LLC, had her hands full! If you have more than one child, you know how frustrating and difficult feeding time can be with only one hand! When Barbara's twins were 6 months old she realized the need for a bowl allowing for one-hand usage so, the search began. She bought several bowls, but none worked very well. Thus, she created the Baby Dipper!

Having a 3 year-old and a 9 month old, I have to multitask most of the time. I know we've had several accidents in our house so, I was very excited to review the Baby Dipper! It's been wonderful for us to use at the house and when on the go. There is a non-slip grip on the bottom of the bowl to help keep it in place to avoid spills. The corners allow the spoon and fork to rest without slipping into the bowl!We have been out of town for several weeks this summer and, of course, the Baby Dipper has come with us everywhere. It has been especially helpful when on the beach. I won't even get into how difficult it is to feed a baby without getting sand everywhere, but this has definitely helped cut down on sand consumption. lol! Granny and Pop have also enjoyed using the Baby Dipper and want one of their own for when the grandkids come to visit.

I forgot to mention that the Baby Dipper is BPA, lead, and phthalates-free! The bowl comes with a spoon and fork also so, it comes ready to use! All you need is your puree or food! I've also read that the Baby Dipper is wonderful for teaching your little ones to independently feed themselves. We'll definitely try that out when baby Liam gets a bit older! We love Baby Dipper! Hopefully, you will soon see them in a store near you. :)
Buy It
You can purchase the Baby Dipper here for $12.95.

Win It
 One lucky reader will win a Baby Dipper set!
**Previous Winners of the Baby Dipper are not eligible for this giveaway!**

How to Enter
  • Comment on why you want to win a Baby Dipper!
**Remember to include your email address if it is NOT visible in your profile so I will know how to contact you!The initial entry is mandatory! 
 Be sure to answer that question before earning extra entries listed below! Each bullet is worth one extra entry unless specified. Be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry you earn and include your email address is at least one entry.

Additional Entries
  • Follow Baby Dipper on Facebook 
  • Follow Baby Dipper on Twitter 
  • Follow the Baby Dipper Blog, My Double Life  
  • Register Yourself Or a Friend For the "Everything You Need to Start Cloth Diapering" Contest @ DiaperVine (You will receive 5 entries Per Giveaway Per Person You Register)
  • Follow Children Teaching Mama via Google Friend Connect
  • 'Like' Children Teaching Mama on Facebook
  • Follow Children Teaching Mama on Twitter 
  • Grab the Children Teaching Mama Button & Place on Your Blog (3 entries)- leave url
  •  Enter My Other Giveaways (1 Entry Per Giveaway Entered)
  •  Tweet (up to 2x a day 1 hr apart) About This Giveaway On Twitter Using this Tweet:
RT to #Win a @babydipper Baby Feeding Set @childrenteach #giveaways http://tinyurl.com/2exrp5p ends 8/7
  • Vote for me on Top Mommy Blogger. Just click on the picture below and it will take you there! (1 Entry Per Day)


The Top 100 Mommy Blogs

Plenty of opportunities to increase your chance of winning! This Giveaway is open to US Residents and Ends August 7th at 11:59pm EST. Winner will be drawn by random.org. An announcement will be made on the blog and the winner will also be contacted by email. The winner has 48 hours to respond to my email or another winner will be chosen. 
Good Luck!
I recieved a Baby Dipper Bowl, Spoon, & Fork Set to review and no other compensation. The opinions on this review are 100% mine.

15.7.10

Supergoop Sunscreen Review & Giveaway


Summertime is officially here! With the sun high in the sky and temperatures soaring into the 100s, we all need a great sunscreen to wear when outside! I wasn't sure what to buy this year and when searching on the internet I found a great article mentioning Supergoop! After contacting the company, they sent me several products to try out!
What is Supergoop!?
Dr. T's Supergoop! is committed to providing safe sunscreen for children and adults alike and can be used for everyday protection! Each and every little ingredient has been tested and meets stringent standards for safety and effectiveness.There are a variety of different lotions and sunscreens to meet your specific needs. Oh, and did I mention that Supergoop is made of non-toxic ingredients and a free of sulfates, phthalates, synthetic dyes, fragrances, proplyene, glycol, non-particles, and padimate 0? They take safety very seriously and also prohibit testing of their products on animals! What more could you ask for?
Review
I received the 30+ Sunscreen Swipes with Zinc for Sensitive Skin (8 ct), a SPF 30+ Quickstick w/ Vitamin C for face and hands, and the SPF 30+ Everyday UV Protection Lotion for Faces and Hands. We put them all to the test last week at the beach! My entire family volunteered as guinea pigs: my niece, nephew, mom, dad, myself, and my 2 sons. Several of us have sensitive skin, allergies to PABA, and my red-headed son has very fair skin so, we knew if Supergoop! worked for us, it should work for anyone.
The first day, we used the SPF 30+ Everyday UV Protection Lotion for Faces and Hands.  I admit that I, in the past, haven't used sunscreen the way I should because I can't stand the feel of it. You know that oily, heavy feeling it leaves on your skin? I just feel icky the entire time it is on my skin and can't wait to take a shower.  I am happy to report that I didn't feel that way at all with the SPF 30+ Lotion! It really felt like lotion, smooth and even moisturizing as I put it on. As it can be used for ages 4 months and older, even Liam was able to try it out! However, Liam has super-sensitive preemie skin so, the lotion did break out his belly a bit, which happens almost every time I put anything on him.
Due to Liam's sensitive skin, I tried out the Sunscreen Swipes for Sensitive Skin on him the next day. I also used them on myself and my 3 year old, Josiah. I was actually a little worried about using a wipe to apply sunscreen, wondering if it would adequately cover my body without streaking or missing places, but my worries were laid to rest! The wipes were awesome and a major time-saver! Plus, Liam did not break out at all. That is the biggest feat of all. I was absolutely amazed. My only complaint about the swipes is the packaging, which is just like a pack of travel wipes with the resealable sticky top instead of one that snaps shut. My 3 year old ripped it off and I had to look around everywhere for it so the wipes wouldn't dry up. I think a snap-top would work much better.
As for the Quickstick, I keep it in my purse for on-the-go needs. We traveled around so much at the beach participating in outdoor activities so it was nice to have an extra sunscreen with us for touch-ups. The Quickstick, of course, worked just as well as the others.
I definitely recommend Supergoop! for everyone, especially those with sensitive skin. Definitely give the sunscreen swipes a try, too, especially if you have a child(ren). Those fit perfectly in a diaper bag or purse, and are great for on-the-go families! I know I will be purchasing more of those in the future.

Buy It
Supergoop! has all products available on their online store.
They are also available at several other online retailers!

Win It
One Lucky Reader Will Win:
(1) 1.6oz. Tube of Everyday UV Face & Body Ltion
(1) 8 count Sunscreen Swipes
(1) Quickstick
A Value Of $35!
How To Enter

  • Visit Supergoop and Comment On One Thing You Learned About Their Company And/Or Products! 
  *Remember to include your email address if it is NOT visible in your profile so I will know how to contact you!
The initial entry is mandatory! Be sure to answer that question before earning extra entries listed below! Each bullet is worth one extra entry unless specified. Be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry you earn and include your email address is at least one entry.
Additional Entries

  • Follow Supergoop on Twitter
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  •  Enter My Other Giveaways (1 Entry Per Giveaway Entered)
  •  Tweet (up to 2x a day 1 hr apart) About This Giveaway On Twitter Using this Tweet: 
RT 2 #win Supergoop! Sunscreen Kit @childrenteach @supergoop #giveaways http://tinyurl.com/3y6ab5u

  • Vote for me on Top Mommy Blogger. Just click on the picture below and it will take you there! (1 Entry Per Day)


The Top 100 Mommy Blogs

Plenty of opportunities to increase your chance of winning! This Giveaway is open to US Residents and Ends August 4th at 11:59pm EST. Winner will be drawn by random.org. An announcement will be made on the blog and the winner will also be contacted by email. The winner has 48 hours to respond to my email or another winner will be chosen. 
Good Luck!
I recieved Supergoop Sunscreen and Lotion to review and no other compensation. The opinions on this review are 100% mine.

12.7.10

Extra Entry For All Giveaways

I just added an extra way to earn an entry into all the giveaways! Please vote for me on Top Mommy Blogger by clicking the picture below. Don't forget to leave a comment on the giveaways when you vote.
1 Entry Per Vote!
The Top 100 Mommy Blogs

10.7.10

Upcoming CSN Lighting Giveaway Announcement

A few months before Liam was born we moved into a new house, which meant for the very first time I had free reign over decorating each room! I was so excited to finally have a real baby room with designs on the walls and all the décor! My 3 year old son’s room is now decorated in cars and trucks and Liam’s is decorated in woodland creatures! Most of the items were easy to find except the lighting! I looked in several places for the perfect lamps and a ceiling fan, but even when I found something I liked, the price was outrageous!
The selection of items available on CSN lighting is just as impressive as the other CSN stores, with thousands upon thousands of anything related to lighting. It's so impressive! If only I had found this website when originally looking for decorations my life would have been so much easier! I went to so many different stores, but I could have saved so much time.
Sean from CSN Stores contacted me a few weeks ago to offer my readers a $60 gift credit. I know some of you may not currently be in the market for new lighting, but don't despair; there are over 200 CSN stores with just about anything and everything you could possibly think of... even cloth diapers. :)
Take a look around their stores and get acquainted with all of the wonderful items. Be sure to definitely check out the lighting store, too! Believe me, you want to start picking out what you’d like to purchase if you win because it will take quite a while to narrow down your selection!
In the very near future, the giveaway will be posted so, be sure to check back soon!  
***In the meantime, IF you purchase something from CSN lighting any time starting now until the end of the giveaway, earn 10 extra entries***

7.7.10

Fuzzi Bunz Review & Giveaway


Lyndsay, from DiaperVine online cloth diaper store, sent me a Fuzzi Bunz one-size cloth diaper to try out on my son. I was so excited to receive it because I have only a few Fuzzi Bunz and they are all the old version from my first son over 2 years ago! I remember trying them back then and being so disappointed. The just didn't fit my son correctly, they leaked, and I found others that were softer. The old version of Fuzzi Bunz seriously set me firm against using one-size this go 'round, but, as they say, "out with the old and in with the new"!
I recently heard about the new version of Fuzzi Bunz and all the bright colors available, something other diapers are lacking, in my opinion. Besides the colors, I was most interested in the innovative adjustable sizing to help further form-fit babies! Plus, as my son gets older he needs a diaper that can be much more absorbent.
My package arrived and there it was in all it's glory: a brand new Watermelon Fuzzi Bunz. Let me just say that the pictures of the various available colors do not give justice to how bright they really are! Being an alumna of the University of Georgia and, yes, a Georgia Bulldog, I love the bright red! It will be absolutely perfect to show off this coming football season, but I couldn't wait quite that long to give it a try!!
I am proud to say, this is now one of my favorite diapers. The once perfect-fit, AIO kind of gal has not only gone pocket, but also one-size! In other words, I love me some Fuzzi Bunz! Compared to my old version of Fuzzi Bunz, the newer version is much softer. The fleece is amazing! Plus, my son's little legs and chubby tummy were no challenge for the diaper either. Being able to adjust his belly and thighs made for the perfect fit!
We are currently at the beach and I took some adorable picture of Mr. Liam sporting his Watermelon Fuzzi Bunz. Okay- so, I wasn't supposed to use it as a swim diaper, but he isn't much of a swimmer just yet. He likes to sit in his Bumbo chair and attempt to splash water and eat sand when I'm not looking! I will add the pictures Sunday. I brought the wrong USB cord! Doh!
What else can I say about this diaper? Well, you have to try it out and what better place to buy from than DiaperVine, of course!
Buy It
Fuzzi Bunz One-Size Cloth Diapers retail at DiaperVine for $19.95
or
Win It
One Reader will win a $15 Gift Credit  DiaperVine

How To Enter

  • Visit DiaperVine and Comment On What You Would Purchase With Your $15 Gift Credit! 
 *Remember to include your email address if it is NOT visible in your profile so I will know how to contact you!
The initial entry is mandatory! Be sure to answer that question before earning extra entries listed below! Each bullet is worth one extra entry unless specified. Be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry you earn and include your email address is at least one entry.

Additional Entries

  • Register Yourself Or a Friend For the "Everything You Need to Start Cloth Diapering" Contest @ DiaperVine (5 extra entries)
  • For Each Additional Friend You Refer/Enter For the CD Start-Up Set Contest (3 Entries) - ***Please put your name as the referral on the contest form & leave a comment here. We will be checking!***
  • Sign up for the DiaperVine Newsletter
  • 'Like' DiaperVine on Facebook
  • Follow Children Teaching Mama via Google Friend Connect
  • 'Like' Children Teaching Mama on Facebook
  • Follow Children Teaching Mama on Twitter 
  • Grab the Children Teaching Mama Button & Place on Your Blog (3 entries)- leave url
  •  Enter My Other Giveaways (1 Entry Per Giveaway Entered)
  •  Tweet (up to 2x a day 1 hr apart) About This Giveaway On Twitter Using this Tweet:
RT 2 #Win $15 Credit for DiaperVine #clothdiapers Store @childrenteach #giveaways http://tinyurl.com/fuzzibunzgiveaway
* 2 Tweets Allowed Per Day At least 1 Hour Apart!
  • Vote for me on Top Mommy Blogger. Just click on the picture below and it will take you there!

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Plenty of opportunities to increase your chance of winning! This Giveaway is open to US Residents and Ends July 28rd at 11:59pm EST. Winner will be drawn by random.org. An announcement will be made on the blog and the winner will also be contacted by email. The winner has 48 hours to respond to my email or another winner will be chosen. 
Good Luck!
I recieved a Fuzzi Bunz diaper to review and no other compensation. The opinions on this review are 100% mine.

5.7.10

DiaperVine Cloth Diaper Starter Kit Giveaway - Everything You Will Need!

Remember back to the days when you first considered cloth diapering? I remember all too well the endless hours of research I spent only to come away from the computer even more confused! Lyndsay Beaulieu, cloth diapering Mama and owner of DiaperVine on-line cloth diaper shop, also experienced the same confusion before hesitantly purchasing her first diapers online.
After experimenting with several different cloth diaper brands, she decided to pass on her knowledge to other parents interested in cloth diapering. Thus, the creation of DiaperVine! She hosts cloth diaper workshops, showing Mamas that the days of pins and plastic covers exist no longer. Her guests enjoy actually being able to see the diapers instead of randomly purchasing them online and hoping for the best. For those of us not able to drive out to Arizona, DiaperVine also has an education center including virtual workshops with several informative videos, FAQ and more!
Lyndsay's husband serves in the Army. He deployed in June and will not be back for an entire year. They have two beautiful little girls that keep her on the go! As a military family, she is so grateful for all the help they’ve received from others over the years. She feels so blessed with her wonderful friends and family that she now wants to pay forward that help to someone else in need.How?Well....
Enter to Win
DiaperVine is currently running a contest for a cloth diapering starter kit. One lucky family will receive EVERYTHING they need to begin cloth diapering!!! To enter all you need to do is share your story about a deserving family who should get free cloth diapers or share your own story and nominate yourself.
Please go to DiaperVine and register to win.
***In addition, you will receive 5 entries into all the giveaways during the July Summer event!***

1.7.10

Toys "R" Us $100 Goody Bag Giveaway



I recently became promotional partners with Toys "R" Us to help promote their special events going on this summer across the U.S.! Over 50 new stores are opening from New York to California from this summer until October!
So, What's in it for you? Special deals, coupons, and promotions. The first promo is a secret coupon worth up to 50% off any single item! Click Here to locate a Grand Opening or Re-Opening near you! All you do is find the state you live in, enter your information, and download your ‘secret coupon’. Then, attend the Grand Opening/Re-Opening Weekend and redeem the coupon to reveal your shopping discount! How easy is that? I love my Toys R Us coupons I receive each month in the mail so, I am guessing many of these codes will be at least 25% considering I receive a 20% off coupon each month! By the way, the secret coupon is only advertised through Mama bloggers so, spread the word to your friends and family! Don't keep it a secret!
Another reason to attend the Grand Opening? Be one of the first 100 people though the door Friday morning at 9:30 a.m. of opening weekend to receive your free gift bag valued at over $100! What's in this gift bag?
It's a special goodie bag just for Moms filled to the brim with coupons, samples, and more! Take a look at the sponsors and you'll get a good idea of all the great things you will receive! 

You can get the gift bag at the Grand Opening OR You can WIN ONE HERE!

Win It
Toys "R" Us was generous enough to donate one gift bag worth over $100 to Children Teaching Mama so, let's give it away to one lucky reader! The bag is full of goodies listed here. (P.S.- The scarf is a pretty aqua blue color!) Answer the question below for your initial entry:
  • Visit Toys "R" Us and Comment On Whether Or Not There Is A Store Opening Near You! If So, Do You Plan On Going?
*Remember to include your email address if it is NOT visible in your profile so I will know how to contact you!
The initial entry is mandatory! Be sure to answer that question before
earning extra entries listed below! Each bullet is worth one extra
entry unless specified. Be sure to leave a separate comment for each
entry you earn and include your email address is at least one entry.
Additional Entries
  • Follow Toys "R" Us on Twitter 
  • Follow the Toys "R" Us Mom Event on Twitter (2 Entries)
  • "Like" Toys "R" Us on Facebook 
  • Follow Children Teaching Mama via Google Friend Connect
  • Subscribe to Children Teaching Mama via Email
  • Enter My Other Upcoming Giveaways (1 Entry for Each Entered Giveaway!) 
  • Become a Fan of Children Teaching Mama on Facebook
  • Follow Me on Twitter 
  • Grab the Children Teaching Mama Button & Place on Your Blog (4 Entries) - leave url 
  • Advertise Giveaway on Facebook Status for At least 1 Hour (2 Entries)
  • Tweet (up to 2x a day 1 hr apart) about this Giveaway on Twitter using this tweet message:
 #Win Free @Toysrus Grand Opening Goodie Bag @childrenteach #giveaways 
http://tinyurl.com/toysrusbag
* 2 Tweets Allowed Per Day At least 1 Hour Apart!
  • Vote For Me on Top Mommy Blogger! Just click on the picture link below and it will take you there!


The Top 100 Mommy Blogs


Plenty of opportunities to increase your chance of winning! This Giveaway is
open to US Residents and Ends July 23rd at 11:59pm EST. Winner will be
drawn by random.org. An announcement will be made on the blog and the
winner will also be contacted by email. The winner has 48 hours to
respond to my email or another winner will be chosen. 
Good Luck!
All opinions on this review are 100% mine.  I was not at all compensated in any way!