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A Family Calendar can help #UnclogYourDay

#UnclogYourDay $1000 Giveaway

Blogging, work, child care, vacations, appointments, school functions, conference calls, football, concerts, play dates, parties and field trips – these are just a few of the things we need to keep track of on a daily basis.

We are a busy family. There is a lot to do and it’s easy to get tripped up and forget something. A family calendar is something I’ve been utilizing for many years. Ours is posted in a central location (the kitchen) where we can all see it at a quick glance, and also add things as they come up. There is no excuse to not know what is on the agenda for the day, week or month. The key to keeping a family calendar is discipline. It doesn’t work if you don’t update or read it. Even the youngest members of the family (who may not be able to read yet) can recognize birthdays, beach days, dentist appointments and sleepovers by using a sticker system. Small visual identifiers can be used to keep the non-readers involved and prepped for the upcoming week.

Along with the family calendar I have my own personal planner that is accessible from my smart phone, iPad, and laptop. If I’m ever somewhere without one of those things (which is highly unlikely) I’m able to access it from any computer. I can schedule blog posts, phone calls, reviews and deadlines in one spot. With the family agenda plastered on the kitchen wall and my personal to-do list at my fingertips, there is no reason to stumble through a day.

Ultimate “Unclog Your Day” Drano® Snake Plus Giveaway

Share how you keep your family on track and your day unclogged to earn an extra entry into the Ultimate “Unclog Your Day” Drano® Snake Plus Giveaway. To enter, simply share(with a comment below) your own tip, trick or idea for a chance to win 1 of 2 $1000 gift certificates redeemable for a consultation with a professional organizer, a home cleaning service and/or a gift certificate to a major home retailer, provided by Drano®. This giveaway is sure to help you and your family unclog any day! Use the gift certificate to buy home organizing products to keep your home clog and clutter free!

Click here to see the official rules, and click here to see additional ways to enter the contest.

Drano® wants to help families everywhere unclog their days to enjoy more quality time with family and friends. Thanks to Drano® for sponsoring this fun campaign. For more information on Drano® Snake Plus, go to Drano.com.

Disclosure: LookWhatMomFound.com is working with SC Johnson to help get the word out about the new Drano® Snake Plus. We are paid to write about Drano® Snake Plus, but our thoughts and opinions are all our own.




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Eat your Veggies and #Win $100 AMEX GC

One of my 2011 goals was to incorporate better eating. We’ve been slacking the past couple months and now is the time to kick start the healthier habits. Bird’s wants to help us AND YOU through the “Feed Kids Better” campaign. Bird’s Eye is encouraging all generations to discover the virtues of vegetables and make vegetables the centerpieces of our meals.

Statistics say that only 6% of Americans get the recommended daily servings of veggies each day. Not a good number. With some Meal Makeover help from No Whine With Dinner: 150 healthy, kid-tested recipes we’ve been able to update our meal plans with tasty changes.

As a family we’ve had the chance to try out Simply Delicious Shepherd’s Pie, Grilled Pork with Pineapple Pizazz and Buffalo Chicken Pizza. All of these recipes can be found in No Whine with Dinner. All of these recipes also include generous helping of veggies and nutrition. With a little tweak here and there you can turn any family favorite into a healthier version that will still please but that you won’t feel guilty about serving.Feed your kids and the rest of your family better starting today with the help of Birds Eye veggies. Share your favorite sneak in a veggie tip or kid & veggie friendly recipe idea for your chance to win the “Virtuous Veggie Giveaway”. This prize pack includes; an apron, No Whine with Dinner cookbook, Birds Eye Recipe Cards and $100 AMEX GiftCard.

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Your entries must follow the rules or they won’t be eligible for prizes. This contest ends 11:59 pm, Friday, February 4, 2011. The winners will be emailed and will have 24 hours to claim their prize. This contest is open to US residents only. For complete rules please read our contest rules page.

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Stocking Stuffers for Everyone

Christmas is just a couple days away!  Need ideas to fill those stockings, check out this faves!

Ouchies-boo-boos are a part of everyday but make healing fun with the cute and funky designs on Ouchies bandages. Stuff your kids or your own stockings with designs like Eric Carle, Silly Bandz, Olivia and more.

Recycled China Cuff Bracelet-indulgences don’t have to be precious gems or fancy furs. The Broken Plate has a lovely collection of jewelry and home goods made from recycled broken china. Choose something unique but still fashionable for a woman in your life.

Philip B. Chocolate Milk Body Crème-A rich, happy smell – the finest Chocolate and Vanilla Extracts are blended in this subtle and sophisticated crème. This product makes a great stocking stuffer for your sister or BFF.

Bath & Body Works Aromatherapy Vanilla Verbena Body Wash & Foam Bath-This fast-foaming body wash is infused with soothing skin conditioners as well as an aromatherapy blend containing Vanilla Essential Oil to soothe body and mind. Add a couple of ounces to warm, running water for a relaxing bubble bath.

Coffee Cup– there is something special about old school diner coffee. No matter how bad it was it was always so good in the classic Greek diner paper cup. Relive those moments each day with the everyday use ceramic version that’s built to last at least past the 1st cup.

Grocery Store Gift Card-For the person who has everything they still need to eat. This is the go-to for my grandfather. He never wants anything but he does hit up the grocery store everyday at lunch to nosh on the hot buffet.  A gift card will get used and will be appreciated! Do you know how much ready made meatloaf is?




Holiday Memories with KodakGallery $50 AMEX GC Giveaway

Where do you store your holiday memories? If you’re like most people they are on hard drives, memory cards or they are uploaded somewhere online waiting to be printed. Kodak Galllery wants you to hold those memories close and share them with others by putting them into a photo book to cherish for years.

Kodak utilizes a SMARTFIT Technology to make the process simpler which means quicker which means you’ll actually complete your book instead of having multiple projects started just waiting for completion.

Our SMARTFIT Technology makes it as easy as 1-2-3.

  • SMARTFIT Technology does the hard work for you
  • Automatically arranges photos in the order taken
  • Broad selection of stylish backgrounds and layouts
  • Just add fun, finishing touches

If you are a control freak and want to do the arranging yourself, no worries, the original photo book is still available so you can control sequencing, layouts and backgrounds. However you do it Kodak wants to help. Are you More of an everyday, candid camera kinda person? Kodak Gallery has a host of page designs to keep each photo book specific to each holiday, event or season.

Visit Kodak Gallery to get started on a photo book of those treasured memories to share with everyone during the upcoming holidays. Tell me what photos you have stashed away that need to be published for a chance to win one of two $50 AMEX Gift Cards.

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Your entries must follow the rules or they won’t be eligible for prizes. This contest ends 11:59 pm, Saturday, December 25, 2010. The winners will be emailed and will have 24 hours to claim their prize. This contest is open to US residents only. For complete rules please read our contest rules page.

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Commit a Minute to Safety and #win $250 Visa GC

The tree is up, the house is decorated and the wreath is hanging. Sounds simple enough except this year we did things very differently. Our Christmas décor fills up 3 coffin size totes but we only used about 1 ½. This year I’m taking care of my niece each day and I knew that while our own kids know the things they can and cannot touch I didn’t want to put the little one  in harms way.

The actual tree decorations are divided up, breakables up top plush and fun ones on the bottom. The porcelain Nativity is set on the highest bookshelf where no one can touch it and candles weren’t even a thought. This simple but still festive arrangement has me less stressed than I would’ve been if I put out the stocking hangers, figurines and glitter trees. Maybe next year when she’s a little older we can go bolder and brighter and over the top but this year safety comes first you take to make the holidays safer for family and friends?

How are you going to Commit a Minute to holiday safety this year? Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a leading independent safety organization, is calling all parents to set aside time in their busy schedule to commit at least one minute to safety each day this holiday season.  Where ever you are, how are you keeping your family safe at home, at gatherings, on the road or lugging home a fresh pine.

Here are a couple TOP TIPS for Safer Holidays that you can incorporate into your life

Water your tree: Dry trees pose a substantial fire risk. After bringing your tree home, make a fresh cut at the base of the trunk before putting it in a sturdy stand. Be sure to water it daily. Additionally, know your trees expiration date. After about four weeks, the tree will stop absorbing water, dry out and should be discarded.

Sleep safe, install smoke alarms: UL recommends using both types of smoke alarms in your home. Be sure that at least one smoke alarm is installed on each floor of your home, and always close to sleeping areas.

Be flame aware: Always blow out unattended candles and teach your children to stay away from lit candles or fireplaces.

Look for UL: Only use light strings and other electrical decorations that bear the UL Mark near the plug, signifying that safety standards have been met.

UL, SafetyAtHome.com and LookWhatMomFound…and Dad too! want to know your own Top Safety Tip this holiday season for a chance to win a $250 Visa Gift Card.

*The participating blog with the most interaction/comments will be awarded the $250 Visa GC, if LookWhatMomFound…and Dad too! win we will be providing the GC as a giveaway to one of our readers. We have received a $100 GC as compensation to host this promotion.

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Deal a Day Shopping @SirBingley $50 GC Giveaway

You’ve all seen them: Shop Today and Earn 50% off or Buy One Get One, Today Only. Those Deal a Day sites are everywhere. Sir Bingley is the newest addition to the deep discount shopping sites and launches December 1st.

Sir Bingley is a little different from most other programs as it will feature products and gifts for everyone not just a specific group of shoppers; you’re going to find kid gear, home decor, recreation and more. The first featured retailer is Dexton, LLC. On December 1st you’re going to find some of the coolest retro themed kid-powered products at ridiculously low prices.

6′ Hideaway 5 Panel Camo Teepee
Big Driver Golf Clubs (Age 3-5)
Deluxe Roadster
Deluxe Red Fire Truck
Retro Pink Sink
Fengi Princess Playhouse & Floor Quilt

If you are a shopper with shopper friends than make sure you take advantage of the Circle of Friends program. This allows you and your group of friends to purchase from the same sale event at even LOWER prices. Simply find that gotta have item, purchase it then send the provided URL to your friends and family. If your get the right amount of people to buy then you all receive an additional 10-20% off.

Got different taste and style than your BFF but still know she’s on the lookout for a bargain, sends her an invite to join Sir Bingley today.

Wanna shop? Win a Sir Bingley $50 Gift Card here at LookWhatMomFound…and Dad too! just letting me know who you would shop for.

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This product review was made possible by the Double Duty Divas.  I was not compensated for this review other than a product sample provided by Sir Bingley. The opinions and descriptions presented belong solely to LookWhatMomFound…and Dad too! Your experiences and reactions may differ from ours.
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Things Have Changed-Shopping Nanny $100 GC Giveaway

There have been some issues with the Shopping Nanny $100 Visa Gift Card giveaway that was posted last week. The mandatory entry required readers to sign up for a free OR paid membership and report back 2 coupons that can be found in their area. During my review process I signed up for the completely free account and had no issues. By the time I posted the giveaway the requirements for the free account changed;the site was asking for credit card information. I didn’t know this until I started getting emails from readers stating they didn’t think this was a fair entry.

Shopping Nanny made changes to the website and it is now a truly FREE 4-week trial membership, no credit card information needed. I hope this brings you all back to enter the really great giveaway and check out Shopping Nanny’s really cool money-saving service.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me! Now get to entering!
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$25 GC Giveaway to Maukilo.com

Buy Once. Play Forever. I like that motto. This is the mission behind Maukilo. Toys should last a lifetime, not just a season. Timeless pieces like wooden blocks, cloth dolls and musical instruments should be around to entertain more than just one child. These are the toys that should be cherished for lifetimes.

Haba, Automoblox and PlaSmart are just a couple of the quality and innovative brands that can be found on Maukilo. Whether you’re looking for soft play toys for a baby or educational puzzles for older kids you’re going to find it at Maukilo.

The Lulu Flower Mini Knit Doll from Blabla is hand-knitted from the finest cotton and slightly under stuffed for that cuddly feel.  We received this item for our one year old niece to play with while she is at our house during the day and she loves it.  She hugs it and walks around the house with either its leg or arm in hand.  In my opinion it is a super soft doll and I can see why kids would love to cuddle this doll.  I think I might need to get one for myself, LOL.

Start baby off on the right foot with a baby registry of only the toys you want; those that don’t require batteries, those that stimulate positive reflexes and those free of toxins and unhealthy materials. With the holidays right around the corner compile a wishlist for a child of any age and point the grandparents, extended family and friends to shop for just the right gift.

Win a $25 GC to Maukilo just by telling me what you would add to your child’s wishlist this year.

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Shopping Nanny Couponing & Shopping System and $100 VISA GC Giveaway

You check out circulars, clip coupons and watch for sales. All that time spent but do you see it benefiting your wallet? Shopping Nanny is the newest tool out there to help you sort, search and plan out your shopping trips to maximize your dollar without wasting time.

The Shopping Nanny looks for opportunities to combine sales, coupons, special offers, and store specials to often double, triple or even quadruple your savings. Sometimes, you can even get products for free!

The Shopping Nanny works a couple different ways.
Tell Shopping Nanny your favorite stores, enter your loyalty cards and select the offers/coupons/deals you would like to take advantage of. Depending on your particular store those deals will be “deposited right onto your card OR they will have to be printed.

I really like the concept of having digital coupons put right onto a card. Not only does this eliminate time spent clipping, sorting, filing, finding and matching but it also eliminates the waste produced. If I can hope on the computer, make my shopping list, “check” off the coupons I’m going to use then the process is going to be much smoother and no more forgetting the coupon book in the car.

The Shopping Nanny will also alert you when there is a coupon or special offer available at one of your selected stores if you add it to your list. For example, I added breakfast sausage to this weeks list and up popped up a message saying 1 Store Special along with the brand and price. I find the more generic you are with your description the better. Type in cereal and see ALL offers but type in Kix and you’ll only see a coupon for that one brand.

Once your done prepping, print your list and coupons (for advanced members), load your deals onto your card (available for selected stores) and head out for guaranteed savings.

*If you spend more than $90 per week on groceries and use Shopping Nanny’s list feature, they guarantee you’ll save $40 per month or your next month is free.

I’m just getting used to the site and the quirks and functionality so I can’t attest to the savings guarantee but I will be sitting down with our standard list and discussing with Rob how we can incorporate this into our shopping excursions. He does 90% of the grocery shopping so this is something he would have to be willing to try out and commit to. A free membership gives some decent functionality but the inability to print your shopping list and some other features. But for $5.95/month you get complete access to all printing features, tools and services.  Try their FREE 2 week trial which gives complete access to the entire program, no obligation.

To help with your shopping whether it’s for groceries, household goods or holiday gifts, the Shopping Nanny wants to giveaway a $100 Visa Gift Card to one lucky LookWhatMomFound…and Dad too! reader. Visit Shopping Nanny, sign up for an account (free or paid) and tell me 2 coupons/deals/specials are available at your preferred shopping sites.

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  • Sign up for a paid membership, your email address will be confirmed
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Your entries must follow the rules or they won’t be eligible for prizes. This contest ends 11:59 pm, Wednesday, December 15, 2010. The winners will be emailed and will have 24 hours to claim their prize. This contest is open to US residents only. For complete rules please read our contest rules page.

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Holiday Wishlist 2010-Beau-coup Favors $50 GC Giveaway

Planning the perfect holiday celebration? Got your menu designed? Enough place settings for all the guests? Have enough platters and bowls and spoons for serving? You’re all done right? Wrong! What about the little details that can make YOUR event extra special?

Beau-coup has the party favors and personalized napkins to take your family dinner over the top. Whether you’re entertaining for the holidays, planning your BFF’s bridal shower or getting married you’re going to find one of the largest selections of wedding favors, personalized gifts, shower games and party décor around.

snowflake fortune cookies

Looking through Beau-coup I’ve found some of the most unique favors. My favorite for the season is the snowflake fortune cookie. What an adorable way to end a meal! Do you plan on attending lots of dinners and parties in the next couple of month? Bring a hostess gift that is sure to impress. Bottles of wine are a great gift but go the extra step and pair it with a snowflake wine stopper.

snowflake wine stopper

What are your plans for holidays and beyond? What kind of event can you use Beau-coup Favors. Tell me which products do you like best and you’ll be entered to win a $50 GC to shop for what you need.

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Your entries must follow the rules or they won’t be eligible for prizes. This contest ends 11:59 pm, Sunday, November 28, 2010. The winners will be emailed and will have 48 hours to claim their prize. This contest is open to US residents only. For complete rules please read our contest rules page.

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