With a new baby scheduled to arrive later this month, today over at Thrifty Nifty Mommy, Janessa is sharing her review of the Graco Mackenzie 5-in-1 Upholstered Convertible Crib along with the Graco Premium Foam Mattress in a Box. If you're looking for an affordable crib and mattress solution for your new baby, this looks like a great choice! Graco Mackenzie 5-in-1 Upholstered Convertible Crib Description Showcasing rich upholstery for a luxurious look and feel, the Graco Mackenzie 5-in-1 Upholstered Convertible Crib will add style to any baby's room. This crib combines an arched headboard with a reversible upholstered panel, giving it a transitional design with a modern touch. The plush upholstered panel offers versatility with a wood option on the reverse side. With its three-position adjustable mattress support base, this crib … [Read more...]
5 Reasons You Should Always Wash Clothes in Cold Water
This post is sponsored by Tide. All opinions are my own. Did you know that by washing clothes on a quick cycle in cold water, you can reduce energy use by 80% vs. the normal cycle? That's one of the reasons you should always wash clothes in cold water and here's 4 more reasons too! Do you have a favorite laundry setting? I use the same type cycle for almost every single load of clothes that I wash and it might just surprise you! Even with 2 kids, stained play clothes, soccer jerseys, and my husband's work uniforms, I always have my settings on quick, cold water cycles. Washing clothes in cold water gets them clean. One reason that might surprise you is the myth that washing in hot water results in cleaner clothes. I have to admit, I had always believed the myth myself up until a few years ago when I finally challenged myself … [Read more...]
Kick Off Summer With a $25 Amazon Gift Card + Starbucks On ME!
I know I'm not the only one who's so ready for Summer. I'm so excited to kick off Summer with a good book and yummy iced coffee... for YOU! I'm giving one lucky reader a $25 Amazon Gift Card and a $5 Starbucks Gift Card! Before you enter the giveaway, check out some of my latest posts: Let's get to the good stuff! Enter below to WIN this kick off to Summer giveaway! The giveaway ends on May 29th. It is open to US residents, 18+ only. Please enter using the Rafflecopter form below. a Rafflecopter giveaway This giveaway is a part of the Life is a Beach Giveaway Hop hosted by The Mommy Island and The Kids Did It. Hop around to all the blogs involved to increase your chances of winning great prizes! … [Read more...]
Magicube Safari Park Set Giveaway
Do your children love playing with blocks? Today over at Thrifty Nifty Mommy, Janessa is sharing about a brand of magnetic building blocks that are new to the US - Magicube by Geomag, from the Geomagworld brand! They are fun, colorful blocks that are enjoyable to a broad range of ages! I've teamed up with Janessa today to offer our readers a chance to win this fun building block set - the Magicube by Geoworld Safari Park Set! Magicube by Geoworld Safari Park Set Description This set contains 14 magnetic blocks with four different building ideas. Build a camel, lion, giraffe and an exotic bird. Magicubes connect on all sides that help with the development of creativity and fine motor skills. Geomag's award-winning line of products helps children of all ages develop imagination and curiosity through the science of magnetic … [Read more...]
Panasonic Baby Monitor Giveaway
Are you in the market for a new video baby monitor? Today over at Thrifty Nifty Mommy, Janessa is sharing her full Panasonic Long-Range Baby Monitor review. Make sure you head over and read her full review to see if it's the right monitor for you! I've teamed up with Janessa and a few other bloggers to bring you a giveaway today for your own Panasonic Long-Range Baby Monitor! Details of the Panasonic Long-Range Baby Monitor Long range. Experience secure, clear and uninterrupted, extra long range power with DECT technology for signal ranges longer and stronger than 2.4GHz frequency monitors. Smart sensor alerts. Temperature, motion and sound-triggered alerts with customized sounds, including chime, LED monitor notifications, auto screen-on mode, and lullaby and white noise autoplay. Long life battery. The KX-HNC3001W color … [Read more...]