Monday, December 20, 2010

Birthday Bash Giveaway Winners

Thank you to all who attended my Birthday Party and entered my giveaways! Keep reading, more giveaways to come! Congratulations to the following winners:

Farmville Gift Card: Ape2016

CleanPen: Tyson2468

Jiffy Lube Card: Karen F

Family Facts Activity Wall Calendar: Mommy D

Tie Buddies: Kristi Maloney

I want to thank you all again, each and every one of you helped to make this a great birthday by reading my blog!

Friday, December 17, 2010

Great Giveaway: $10 Farmville Gift Card Ends 12/19!






If you or someone you know is a FarmVille fan, have I got a giveaway for you!  Enter to win a $10 FarmVille gift card!  This will make a great stocking stuffer!  I will mail it on Monday so it should arrive before Christmas.

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One lucky Hot Mom Tips Reader will win a $10 FarmVille Gift Card!

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Great Giveaway: Cleanpen from Claxton Creative Ends 12/19

Sponsored by Tomoson.com



Cleanpen™ from Claxton Creative is really awesome.  When you go to the bank, the school, many places all over town you encounter pens that have been used by lots of people, many who may be sick, so you know they are covered with germs.  Cleanpen™ elminates bacteria and common viruses from communal pens.  Simply pass the pen through Cleanpen™ and its anti-microbial sponge kills more than 99 percent of germs on contact.  I love Cleanpen™, I use it often.  I have a support group I attend and I've been wanting a way to clean the pens there, so I loved receiving Cleanpen™.  It's truly an excellent idea.  The only problem I have had is leaking, but I just keep it in a snack size Ziploc bag.


BUY IT!
Cleanpen™ can be purchased from Santa Can't Get Sick for a limited time for only $12.95 with FREE shipping. Each Kit includes: the Cleanpen™ Unit, two sponges, detachable stand, and information on ordering refills.  Kit can also be order with a custom carry pouch for only $16.95 or with a monogrammed carry pouch for only $19.95.

WIN IT!
One lucky Hot Mom Tips reader will win a Cleanpen™ of their own!  Giveaway ends 11:59 PM 19 December, 2010

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Great Giveaway: $35 Jiffy Lube Card Ends 12/19!


Jiffy Lube's Signature Oil Change is really great and includes:
  • Oil with up to five (5) quarts of quality motor oil
  • Oil filter
  • Brake fluid level (in transparent reservoirs)
  • Serpentine belts
  • Wiper blades Antifreeze/coolant reservoir levels
  • Engine air filtration system
  • Exterior lights
  • Chassis (lubricate when applicable)
  • Tire pressure and multiple vital fluids: Transmission/transaxle fluid
  • Differential fluid
  • Transfer case fluid
  • Power steering fluid
  • Windshield washer fluid
  • Battery water (excluding sealed batteries)
  • Exterior windows
  • Vacuum interior floors

Bonus! You will also receive free top-offs on motor oil with the same type of oil purchased and any or all of the multiple vital fluids (listed above) between service visits for up to 3,000 miles.*
Additionally, Jiffy Lube will perform a service review, which includes a visual inspection of the engine air filtration and the vehicle manufacturer's severe driving** recommendations based upon the vehicle's current mileage.

*Up to a maximum of 2 quarts per fluid.

**Refer to vehicle's owner's manual for a definition of driving conditions.

Right now you can sign up to receive a $5 off coupon by email plus if you sign up for Jiffy Lube rewards every 3rd oil change is 50% off!

Win It!
One lucky Hot Mom Tips Reader will win a $35 Jiffy Lube Gift Card!  I will mail this out on Monday so it should arrive by Christmas.



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Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Great Giveaway: Family Facts Activity Wall Calendar Ends 12/19

Sponsored by Tomoson.com



One of my New Year's resolutions, in fact the most important to me, is to get the family organized.  Now that all 3 kids are in school and participating in extracurricular activities we really need a way to keep everyone's schedule straight.  I had been just keeping all appointments and activities on my phone.  That works great to remind me an hour before, but it doesn't help anyone else know what's going on.  It really irritates my husband because sometimes he won't find out about an appointment until I'm getting ready to go.  While this system has been working better than none, I'm actually getting to most of my appointments, it's not enough.  I need a way to keep everyone's schedule in one place that's easily accessible to the whole family.  Family Facts Activity Wall Calendar does just that.




FROM THE WEBSITE:
An organizer for the wall! This organizer calendar is the perfect 16-month planner for every busy family. Complete with extra-large grids to keep track of each day's events, large storage pocket, over 390 stickers, write-on / wipe off boards, a pen-with an eraser, and contact sheets for important information such as the pediatrician, dentist, orthodontist, veterinarian, school, bus company and much more. This all-in-one command center makes it EASY to stay on top of your busy family's schedules.Each day is divided into 5 colors, so if you choose to organize by color, you can, without having to grab different colored pens. From soccer games to business trips, EVERYONE'S schedule is easy to follow with 2011 Family Facts Family Activity Wall Calendar.

Order for the holidays and get a free pad of paper--makes a great stocking stuffer. Offer ends 12/17/10.


MY THOUGHTS:
Family Facts Activity Wall Calendar is just what I needed.  I love the colored spaces for each member of the family, it saves space not having to write in the names and I can see at a glance who has what.  I also love the stickers, they are especially great for my 5 year old who's learning to read.  I also love the fact that it is dry erase.  Schedules are constantly changing so it's great to be able to just erase and rewrite them.  The large pocket is awesome and the spaces for notes and contacts are very useful.  I highly recommend Family Facts Activity Wall Calendar.

BUY IT!

Family Facts Activity Wall Calendar can be purchased from Calendars.com for only $12.95

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One lucky Hot Mom Tips reader will win a Family Facts Activity Wall Calendar of their own.  Giveaway ends 11:59 PM 19 December, 2010

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Great Giveaway: Teach Them to Tie with Tie Buddies Ends 12/19


Sponsored by Tomoson.com



Learning to tie can be one of the most difficult challenges for little ones.  Not only do they need to learn the steps necessary to tie, they also have to learn how to hold and what to do with loops.  This can be very confusing and difficult for little fingers.  Enter Tie Buddies.  Tie Buddies go on the laces and essentially make the loops for them, teaching them how to hold the laces while they learn to tie.  Tie Buddies were invented by a mother trying to figure out a way to teach her own children to tie.  They currently come in 2 designs, fairies for girls and race cars for boys.
My Thoughts

Jordan isn't quite ready to learn to tie, his favorite shoes are velcro.  But when I can get him to wear his shoes with laces he's getting better at tying and it's definately thanks to Tie Buddies.  I think these are really great for when kids are ready to learn to tie.  I highly recommend this product.  It makes a great stocking stuffer!  Even though he's still learning, Jordan was really excited when he got these.  He loves the design and thinks they make his shoes look "cool."

Buy It

Tie Buddies can be purchased from Tiebuddies.com for only $8.99 a set.

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One lucky Hot Mom Tips reader will win a set of Tie Buddies of their own.

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It's an Online Birthday Party and You're Invited!

I'm turning 34 on Sunday and I've decided to actually celebrate with a party this year.  The party is going to be right here on Sunday.  Instead of getting gifts this year, I'm going to give instead!  Through out the rest of the week I'll be posting giveaways that will all be ending on Sunday so be sure to check back and enter them all!


Friday, December 10, 2010

Follow Friday Blog Hops 12/10

TGIF!!  It has truly been a rough week.  I'm glad it's finally Friday.  Hopefully I'll be able to catch up today and tomorrow so tune in for some great reviews and giveaways!  In the mean time here's some great blog hops so you can find some great new friends and blogs to follow!  Don't forget to comment!



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Saturday, December 4, 2010

Sniffle Solutions: Kid-friendly Foods That Soothe



Sniffle Solutions: Care & Comfort

Kid-friendly Foods That Soothe


By Julie Bean for Sniffle Solutions

Kid-friendly Foods That Soothe

When children are under the weather, they usually turn to Mom for comfort. This season, be prepared with tasty treats that do double duty -- they soothe symptoms and help speed up the healing process.
“Runny noses, coughs and intermittent fevers can all be soothed at home,” says Dr. Ben Lee, a hospitalist at Children’s Medical Center of Dallas and an assistant professor of pediatrics at University of Texas Southwestern, in Dallas. “The old adage of a bowl of chicken noodle soup does have some truth, as it provides necessary fluids and calories to help kids feel better.”
There are other options too. Here are a few unexpected, inexpensive and tasty treats to have on hand for your kids this cold and flu season.

Oatmeal Cookies

Every mom knows that extra sleep is key for sick children, but getting an unhappy child to climb into bed is seldom an easy task. Oats contain high levels of tryptophan, the amino acid best known for making you feel sleepy after eating a big turkey dinner on Thanksgiving. A bowl of oats may be a bit heavy on the stomach, especially for a sick kid, but eating one or two oatmeal cookies will produce the same effect and help kids settle down and get the rest they need to feel better.

100 Percent Juice Drinks


It’s normal for most kids to become mildly dehydrated while sick with the flu. Watch for signs, which include a dry or sticky mouth, dry skin, irritability and dizziness. “Liquids are important to prevent dehydration,” says Lee.
The right liquids make all the difference, though. Avoid caffeinated beverages and hydrate kids with 100 percent juice. All-natural juice drinks are fat-free and nutrient-dense, and are loaded with vitamins and immunity-boosting antioxidants that many of their sugary counterparts lack. If the juice is too sweet or strong, mix it with an equal amount of water to dilute the taste without washing away the nutrients. Kids younger than 1 year should hydrate with a beverage that contains electrolytes.

Ginger Ale or Ginger Candies

Many studies have shown that ginger curbs nausea and alleviates an upset stomach. The trick is to find foods and beverages that actually contain pure ginger. Look for the words “ginger” or “ginger extract” on the ingredient list. Some sodas, especially those available in natural food stores, are going to be your best bet. Ginger candies made from real ginger can also help provide relief for older children.

Ice Pops

A cool ice pop can numb irritated nerve endings to help soothe an inflamed sore throat and provide fluids to quell dehydration. Seek out ice pops made from 100 percent juice or fruit puree, and avoid unnecessary artificial sweeteners and additives. Ice pops made from 100 percent juice are loaded with healthy antioxidants, and those fortified with extra vitamins and minerals can give added boost to the immune system to help speed recovery time.

Honey

Honey is extremely effective at soothing coughs, according to research from Penn State College of Medicine. In fact, a small dose of buckwheat honey before bedtime reduced the severity and frequency of coughs and provided significant relief to participants in a recent study.

“Honey has been reported to reduce coughing by coating the throat to help reduce irritation,” says Lee. One to two teaspoons thirty minutes prior to bedtime should do the trick, he says.

An important warning: Children under 2 years old should avoid this sweet soother to prevent the risk of a botulism infection.

Friday, December 3, 2010

Follow Friday Blog Hops 12/03

It's finally Friday and I am so ready for the weekend. It's been a long busy week! Time to kick back and find new blogs to follow! Here's some really great Friday Blog Hops. Make sure you leave a comment on each blog you follow!



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