Posted by Dawniemom on April 13, 2009
Hi there! welcome back - have you entered my latest giveaways?
“GREEN” is a very popular concept right now. Everyone is going GREEN! Every THING is going GREEN! And now, so is Electrolux. They’ve partnered with Kelly Ripa to introduce to you their “Kelly GREEN” high-efficiency, front-loading washer & dryer.
Just in time for Earth day, Electrolux kicks off its virtual flower garden campaign to drive awareness and raise funds for Global Green USA. Starting today, when you go to http://www.electroluxappliances.com/ and plant a virtual flower for a friend, Electrolux will donate $1 to Global Green USA to support their healthy green schools initiatives across America. Everyone who logs on to the site and plants a virtual flower will be automatically entered for a chance to win a new eco-friendly Kelly Green front-load washer and dryer!
I have been using a new laundrymat that has high-efficiency washers and dryers and they’re amazing! They’re so fast, and only require 1/4 of the laundry soap, so it saves time AND money. How great would it be to actually WIN a set of Electrolux machines !?!?
So head on over to Electrolux’s virtual flower garden and plant a virtual flower and win a chance to win!
Posted by Dawniemom on April 2, 2009
I have FOUND my new breakfast!
I must hide these from my kids.
I want them all for myself.
Isn’t that sad? LOL
But those are the thoughts that went through my head when I tried Kellogg’s new BakeShop Twists! With just the right amount of delicious (real fruit!) fruit filling and a light, flaky pastry, it wasn’t OVERLY sweet, and really did taste like I’d gotten it from a bakery, NOT the freezer.
Although the directions say to make these in the microwave, I did mine in the toaster! (Because I’m a rebel like that!)
You can find Eggo BakeShop Twists in the freezer aisle, right next to all the other yummy Eggo products!
My thanks to MomCentral for the opportunity to try these out. Yum!
Posted by Dawniemom on March 27, 2009
As the person who is responsible for the maintenance on our cars, I have favorites when it comes to brands. I tend to specifically go for those things that have proven themselves. Rain-X is one of those brands. I KNOW when I buy a Rain-X product, I’ll be happy with it.
As a result, I jumped at the chance to review this awesome Rain-X pack! Living in New Hampshire, the snow, sleet and ice is horrible – even in March. So as soon as I received my new Latitude wipers, on they went! These new wipers literally HUG the windshield, so clearing whatever happens to be flying around here is a cinch.
Visibility is so paramount to safety, so I go through wipers like tissue! But the Latitude are so well designed, I know that even when it comes time to replace them, I’ll replace them with more Latitudes!
In fact, according to a report released in June 2008 by sciencedaily.com, nearly a quarter of all automobile accidents occur in rainy and wet weather so making sure you have properly working wiper blades is important to help avoid accidents in poor weather conditions. By routinely checking your wiper blades and performing safety checks on your car you can help increase your safety while driving during inclement weather.
Since winter is not quite over yet here are some tips from Jody DeVere to stay safe while driving in the rain, snow, slush and ice:
• Conduct a regular walk around checking your lights, antifreeze, windshield washer fluid and wiper blades regularly
• Ensure your tires are properly inflated and have sufficient tread
• As the temperature drops keep your gas tank at least half full; the extra gas reduces condensation that can plug your fuel line with ice and stall your engine in cooler weather
• Create an emergency pack; items like a blanket, first aid kit, snacks, bottled water, an ice scraper, flashlight and a bag of kitty litter
Despite the fact that Spring “officially” began last week, it’s certainly not here! A blizzard this week in Colorado proves that. So how cool is it that I have a Rain-X Car Care package to give away. Unfortunately, due to my own problems with computer, sick kids, etc. today is the last day that I can give the company my winners – so I need you to fill out the form below with your name, mailing address, make & model of your car, etc. so I can give the company all the necessary information. Any entries missing the required information will be discarded. I have locked the entries so no one else can get your info so your privacy IS protected 
Posted by Dawniemom on March 19, 2009
My kids love cereal. Of course, they REALLY love sugar cereal, but I buy it so infrequently, they have learned to like pretty much anything. There are a few exceptions. Those cereals that are really plain looking tend to get me the hems and haws if I try to even SUGGEST that they eat it for breakfast. So when I opened the box of Honey Kix and gave it to them, I figured I’d get the same ‘tude. But I didn’t! They didn’t even ask for the sugar jar. Honey Kix has all the goodness of Kix® cereal but now with a touch of honey! Honey Kix is a good source of fiber, calcium and vitamin D, contains 16 grams of whole grain per serving (at least 48 grams recommended daily) and has no artificial flavors or preservatives. A perfect balance of taste and nutrition through simple ingredients, which both moms and kids can agree on!
If you would like to try the new Honey Kix, I have a great giveaway for you!
You will receive a coupon for a free box of Honey Kix, the cereal container, Kix cereal bowl, insulated on-the-go cereal container and an ADORABLE honey pot! Just leave a comment telling me what your favorite cereal is. No, not your kids – YOURS.
I’ll draw a winner on Monday (March 23).
Posted by Dawniemom on March 7, 2009
With the plethora of stuff (putting it mildly) that’s out on the market for kids’ snacks & such these days, it’s really no wonder that America’s youth are obese. It is so hard for parents to fight the onslaught of product placement, commercials, sponsorships, etc. for JUNK food that their kids are subjected to and inject some healthy alternatives here & there.
Enter Fruit Roll-ups. It’s fruit. But it’s fun. But it’s fruit! But it’s fun! (See a pattern?) Fruit Roll-ups have contiually evolved and changed to keep kids engaged and wanting more. When the first ingredient in a kids’ snack is a FRUIT, I’m sold.
Now Fruit Roll-Ups can be PERSONALIZED, too! Now, I have to explain something. My oldest son has never liked Fruit Roll-ups because he doesn’t like getting his fingers sticky (I know… ), so I ordered our personalized Fruit Roll-ups for my daughter. When she first opened the package and unrolled it, she saw the message I’d put on there for her:
She got SUCH a big kick out of that! Over the next couple of days, as the box of 30 dwindled, my oldest decided to try one. HE LOVED it! LOL
Ok, so anyway – you can order your own personalized fruit roll-ups for any occasion! I am thinking they’d be a great birthday party favor!
The best part, of course, is that I have a code to give away for you to receive your OWN box of 30 personalized fruit roll-ups (a $30 value)!
If you’d like to win, leave a comment below! Want extra entries? For each thing you do, leave an extra comment!
- Tweet about my birthday bash giveaways and use #dawniemom in your tweet.
- Post my button and a link to this blog on your blog, then enter your blog address in your entry.
- If you have a food blog, head over to my food blog and sign up for the Food Buzz Publisher program through my link – that’ll earn you 10 extra!
Posted by Dawniemom on March 6, 2009
When I was asked if I’d like to take a look at a mattress protector, I jumped at the chance because – HELLO!? – I have a co-sleeping toddler. My mattress has really taken a beating from Zachary’s leaking bottles and leaking diapers. The fact that we’d only bought it 2 years ago, just before we had him – PRICELESS.
I also have a major issue with allergies so yeah, this was perfect for me!
I put the Protect-A-Bed Premium mattress protector on my bed & pillow immediately, and was pleasantly surprised! I was concerned that, because it’s got a waterproof protection side to keep moisture from the mattress, that we’d hear it crinkle when we moved around. But this thing is so quiet! You’d never know that it’s waterproof at all. Even the pillow case is waterproof!
The very next morning, I noticed that when I woke up, my head wasn’t all stuffy, as it typically is because of my allergies. The pillow protector had worked! It was awesome!
I know, there’s not a whole lot I can say about a mattress pad, but seriously, I’m SO pleased with it! Visit Protect-a-Bed’s site and check out the variety of products they have for your bed and even the baby’s CRIB!
Best of all, of course, is that I have a giveaway for you! One lucky lucky reader will win their choice of AllerZip Mattress protector, a Premium Mattress Protector or Crib Mattress Protector! You’ll also receive a Premium Pillow Protector!
Would you like to win? Tell me why you need a Protect-a-Bed Mattress Protector! Allergies? Other? [USA & Canada Please]
I’ll draw a winner on my Birthday! (March 12th)
This is only 1 of several giveaways I’ll be having during the next week in celebration of my sisters’ (March 6th) and my birthday (March 12th)! So be sure to come back and see what else I have in store
Add me to your feed reader. I have lots of really cool giveaways coming up in the next 6 days!
Posted by Dawniemom on February 27, 2009
My daughter Libby has EXTREMELY sensitive skin. A routine tickle session with her results in hives. Long sleeves and pants make her itch, no matter what I’ve used in the laundry. So when she takes a bath, she can’t use any of those cutesy bath sets that they make for kids, particularly around the holidays. She has to have something safe and gentle.
Enter Johnson’s. From the day she was born, she’s been bathed in Johnson’s. The very first bath your baby receives in the hospital is done with Johnson’s Baby Wash. How comforting that is! Johnson’s has always been the best choice for babies – but for us, even as they’ve grown up, we still use Johnson’s for all the same reasons:
- JOHNSON’S® is the #1 choice of hospitals
- NO MORE TEARS® formula is as gentle to the eyes as pure water
- Soap-free, dye-free, hypoallergenic and allergy tested Dermatologist and pediatrician tested
- Rinses easily
- Gentle enough to use everyday for both girls and boys
That last point is particularly important when it’s a little girl with extremely sensitive skin, too!
Also – just ONE time getting shampoo in her eyes is enough to remind me that we MUST use Johnson’s for her hair – because all hell breaks loose if we don’t!
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What’s hard to believe, though, is that Johnson’s has been doing this for FIFTY years! So that means that even MY first bath was probably in Johnson’s. That’s good, seeing as I also have extremely sensitive skin!
Johnson’s just released a brand new Head-to-Toe Foaming Wash that I simply LOVE. Getting Zachary to stay still long enough to wash his hair with 1 thing, and his bod with another – not possible. Johnson’s new Head-to-Toe Foaming Wash makes it SO much easier. Just pump it into one hand and go to work! No worrying about things running into his eyes because he’s wiggling around, and no worrying about his skin drying out, which is always a problem in the winter. With Johnson’s, I don’t have to worry – and that’s probably the BEST thing of all
You can pick up Johnson’s Head-to-Toe Foaming Wash, as well as their Bubble Bath & Wash in food, drug and mass-market stores (like you didn’t know that!)
Posted by Dawniemom on February 19, 2009
Now, I know – not everyone is into the circus. However, Mom Central has ALSO scored the same fantastic discounts for DISNEY ON ICE! Interactive Disney On Ice shows feature exciting action, romance, comedy, athletic world-class skating, beloved Disney characters, and favorite Disney songs to which kids can sing and dance along. Their rich colors, costumes, bigger than life atmosphere, music, lighting, choreography and humor all contribute to making the experience one that builds childhood and family memories for years to come.
Offer #1: Get 4 tickets for just $44 by entering the code "MOM" at select ticketing channels*. Offer good on all performances, minimum purchase of 4 tickets required; additional tickets above 4 can be purchased at $11 each. Offer not valid on Gold Circle Seating, Front Row and VIP seating or combinable with other offers. Other restrictions may apply.
Offer #2: A select amount of Front Row and VIP seats have been reserved for you to buy before they go on sale to the public – just enter the code "MOM" when purchasing those seats.
Dates and cities where families can use the national MOM code are as follows:
Houston
Disney On Ice presents Mickey and Minnie’s Magical Journey
April 15-April 19
Dallas/Ft Worth
Disney On Ice presents Mickey & Minnie’s Magical Journey
March 18-March 29
Sunrise/Miami
Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy
March 26-April 5
Toronto
Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy
March 18-March 22
Kansas City
Disney On Ice presents Mickey & Minnie’s Magical Journey
April 1-April 5
Denver
Disney On Ice presents a Disneyland® Adventure
March 12-March 15
Phoenix
Disney On Ice presents a Disneyland® Adventure
April 9-April 12
Chicago/Rosemont
Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic
Sept 8-Sept 13
To learn more about Disney On Ice shows touring the country this year, visit http://disney.go.com/disneyonice/ and visit ticketmaster.com to use the 4 tickets for $44 code, MOM.
They are also giving away one family four-pack of tickets to each of the above Disney On Ice performance cities. To enter to win, click here. Good Luck!
Posted by Dawniemom on
Last year, we were SUPPOSED to go to see the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus, but due to my husband’s inability to ask for directions, we never made it. I was so disapointed, because my kids had never been to the REAL circus, and here we were, just circling it!
Well, their back touring again! Can you just imagine the work behind keeping all the different themes going?
What’s even better than finding out that the Circus is coming to town, though, is finding out that the Circus is coming AT A DISCOUNT!
Yes, the fabulous folks at Mom Central have managed to get you lucky people in select cities some really great discounts to see the Greatest Show on Earth! Check this out:
· Offer #1: Get 4 tickets for just $44 by entering the code "MOM" at select ticketing channels**. Offer good on all performances, minimum purchase of 4 tickets required; additional tickets above 4 can be purchased at $11 each. Offer not valid on Circus Celebrity Seating, Front Row and VIP seating or combinable with other offers. Other Restrictions May Apply.
· Offer #2: A select amount of Front Row and VIP seats have been reserved for you to buy before they go on sale to the public – just enter the code "MOM" when purchasing those seats. Dates and cities where families can use the national MOM discount code this spring are as follows:
Newark/East Rutherford/Uniondale/NYC
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
March 5 – April 13
Offer not valid on performances from April 10 – 13 at Madison Square Garden
Washington D.C./ Fairfax, VA/ Baltimore, MD
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® proudly presents Over The Top
March 18-April 19
Philadelphia
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
May 13-May 25
Phoenix
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
June 24-June 28
Houston
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® proudly presents Over The Top
July 15-July 26
Anaheim/LA/Ontario
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
July 8-August 2
San Francisco
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
August 12-August 23
Dallas/Ft Worth
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® proudly presents Over The Top
July 29-August 16
Sacramento
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® presents ZING ZANG ZOOM
August 27-August 30
Kansas City
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® proudly presents Over The Top
September 16-September 20
To find out more about ZING ZANG ZOOM or to see which Ringling Bros. tour is coming to a town near you, visit www.Ringling.com. And visit www.ticketmaster.com to use the 4 tickets for $44 code, MOM.
They are also giving away a four pack of tickets to each of the above Ringling shows. If you live in one of these areas, you can enter to win here. Good luck!!
Not on the circus tour schedule? Check out my next posting!
Posted by Dawniemom on February 10, 2009
From the first mention of Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! on Nick Jr.’s website, my daughter was hooked. She loved the games, and couldn’t wait for the show to premier. When it did, she was glued to the screen. There was something about the sounds, the images – everything. She just loved it.
Now, we have 2 addicts – Zachary loves Wubbzy too! So of course, I was thrilled when Mom Central asked us to review the newest Wubbzy DVD, A Little Help from My Friends.
The DVD features six great episodes, all focused on the important values of friendship. This theme takes center stage as Wubbzy, a fun, lovable, curious little guy and his Wuzzleburg pals search for a lost Wiggle Wrench, escape a runaway Doodleberry Cake, build a Super Robot, teach Walden to boogie, and work hard for Wuzzleburg trophies. Together they discover the importance of positive values like confidence, cooperation, teamwork and above all, the meaning of friendship. The DVD extras also include two bonus episodes, music video, Kooky Kostume game, activities and sneak peeks.
Plus, I just like it because I get to drive my kids crazy by calling them Koooooooky. LOL I’ve been exploring the Wubbzy website and got them all signed up for the fun 
With so many not-so-friendly videos out there, it’s nice to find something that’s kid-friendly, educational and SAFE for kids to watch. We wub wubbzy!
My special thanks to Mom Central for allowing us the opportunity to check out the newest Wubbzy DVD!
Electrolux & Going Green
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