 Ashley over at Spit Up is the New Black is celebrating that big mom milestone – her little Bear is turning one this month! To celebrate, she’s gathered together a group of amazing brands that offer wonderful products perfect to kick start a little one’s special second year (where did the first year go?!). I am excited to be partnering with her to offer one lucky reader a prize suite valued at $680!  #BearsBdayBash Prize Suite
ONE lucky winner will win ALL of the items listed above! To enter to win this suite of prizes, please use the Rafflecopter below. Open to residents of the contiguous US states, ages 18+. Giveaway closes 8/31/13 at 11:59PM ET. Good luck! This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook or Twitter. Prizes to be fulfilled by Combi, guzzie+Guss, Pediped, Kelsyus, Gymboree, Gourmet Baby, Oh So Pretty Designs, Petite Lemon and Pacific Baby. Color and/or style of prizes may vary. Prizes will be shipped separately. Neither Spit Up is the New Black nor any blog in which this giveaway is posted is held liable for lack of prize fulfillment. Open to residents of the 48 contiguous United States, ages 18+.
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 ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.***  First of all, since many of you are probably surprised, YES I am now a redhead. I stripped my hair, then used some Henna and topped that with Manic Panic. I had always wanted to try henna, since it's natural, chemical-free, and eco-friendly. So my locks are very, very red, but I like it. (And my teen gave me massive cool mom points, too!)
Speaking of things that are eco-friendly, recently I learned about a great brand of eyewear that is not only fashionable, but green, too! dizm Eyewear was born in Hermosa Beach in 2009. A group of friends decided that they wanted to create a stylish line of eyewear that fuses art and technology while focusing on the environment. Dizm strives to become a leader in stylish, functional, sustainable eyewear such as the dizm Eco Eyewear line featuring biodegradable sunglass frames and designs rooted in their Southern California outdoor lifestyle. Dizm promotes an approach to life that is responsible towards Earth and community through such programs as dizm Dayz, which rewards taking a short 5 minutes of one’s day to participate in environmental and socially conscious acts.  ***Disclosure:I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for L’il Critters. I received a product sample and promotional item as a thank you for participating.”***  Do your kids get all the vitamins and minerals they need through diet alone? If they're anything like my children, it might be a good idea to supplement with a multi-vitamin, just to be on the safe side. Many kids tend to shun nutrient-rich foods like spinach and other veggies, making it hard to get adequate nutrients throughout the day.
My kids, like many others, tend to be picky eaters, and they go through odd "food phases". For example, when my oldest son was a preschooler, he wouldn't eat anything...And I do mean ANYTHING...other than oatmeal and yogurt. This lasted for months. Of course, I discussed this with our pediatrician, and was told that this is perfectly normal early childhood behavior, and to just make sure to add a daily multi-vitamin to the mix. Sounded like a fairly easy plan at the time. Slip my kid a vitamin with his yogurt and oatmeal, and we're good to go, right? Well, not exactly. You see, Kyle didn't like your ordinary chewable vitamins. Can you blame him? They tend to have a weird aftertaste and a gritty texture that can definitely be off-putting to kids.  Are you someone who loves to enter giveaways? If so, we think you will love this unique giveaway event. In the 30 Days of Giveaway Events, we will be running a new giveaway each day, with prizes ranging from $50 – $400 in value! With something fun and new each day, you are more likely to find new products that are perfect for you!
30 Days of Giveaways Day 16: Mighty Nest Organized by Mom to Bed by 8 & Budget Earth
Are you a parent struggling to find healthy products for your family? As many of us go about our lives, we sometimes struggle to find items that are safe not just for us, but our children. Many of the items found in stores that should be suitable for eco-friendly and healthy living are unfortunately contaminated with dangerous chemicals, like BPA, PVC, phthalates, lead (or other heavy metals), melamine, chemical flame retardants, parabens or other harsh chemicals. With many of us leading busy lives, its hard finding not only the information we need, but places that sell only products that are safe for everyone in your family. This is where one of our favorite companies come in - Mighty Nest. This eco-friendly site takes the guess work out of shopping, by providing you with hand selected products which are pre-researched to make sure they are free of all toxins and made from only the highest quality materials. Not only do they carry items for kids, but healthy living items for the entire family! Along with a store filled with amazing, eco-friendly items, Mighty Nest strives to make itself the perfect environment for parents. They strive to be a place where people are free to feel motivated and empowered, without feeling discouraged or judge as they embark on a healthier lifestyle for their entire family. With a Learning section filled with the latest helpful information and an active social community, everyone can feel mighty and empowered as they strive for a better lifestyle. To learn more about Mighty Nest and some of their amazing products, make sure to check out Budget Earth's Mighty Nest Lunch Set Review. Would you love a chance to try out some of Mighty Nest's products? We are happy to announce that we are working with Mighty Nest to bring you this awesome giveaway, where one lucky winner will win 1 dandelion cooler bag, 1 glass Lifefactory bottle, 2 stainless steel containers, and 1 stainless steel bento box (retail value of $72). Before entering, make sure to read all the rules below and then enter through the Rafflecopter!
30 Day Giveaway Event Day 16: Mighty Nest
Disclosure: Newly Crunchy Mama Of 3 did not receive compensation for this giveaway. Facebook, Twitter, & Pinterest are in no way associated with this giveaway. Prize fulfillment and shipping will be handled by Mighty Nest. Would you like to have your products featured in a similar giveaway event? Want to increase your social media exposure before the holiday season? See how we can help! Contact budgetearth@gmail.com to see what Mom Powered Media can do for your company!  ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation was provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.***  I have a zoo. No, really....I kind of do. We have cats and dogs, and sometimes, I feel as though we've got a herd of elephants running through based on the messes that they all tend to make. Feeding time is the worst. We usually end up with food scattered about and puddles of water just waiting to make someone slip and fall. Sadly, I don't think I can effectively sue the dogs for causing human bodily harm when they eat.
So to avoid the messes and the headaches associated with them, I started searching for a cleaner way to feed my army of fur-babies. I had seen the Neater Feeder on TV, and was thrilled when they generously agreed to send me their state of the art feeding system to check out for myself.  Are you someone who loves to enter giveaways? If so, we think you will love this unique giveaway event. In the 30 Days of Giveaway Events, we will be running a new giveaway each day, with prizes ranging from $50 – $400 in value! With something fun and new each day, you are more likely to find new products that are perfect for you!
30 Days of Giveaways Day 15: Noxicare Organized by Mom to Bed by 8 & Budget Earth
Are you tired of dealing with achy muscles after a hard workout? How about that annoying npain from typing too long on the computer, or worse, arthritis? Rather than go for over the counter medicines filled with synthetic ingredients, consider an all natural pain reliever with ingredients that have been used for centuries - something like Noxicare! This all natural, topical cream is a highly effective pain reliever, made using 7 natural ingredients - turmeric, willow bark, ginger, holy basil, rosemary extract, alpha lipoic acids, and boswellia extract. Best of all, it has no side effects, helping you deal with inflammation, muscle aches, and nerve pain naturally! To learn more about Noxicare, make sure to check out Budget Earth's Noxicare Review! Would you like to try Noxicare for free? We are happy to announce that we are working with Noxicare for this awesome giveaway, where they are giving 1 lucky winner a Noxicare prize pack, including their topical cream, pain relief capsules, and a Noxicare T-shirt! To learn more, read the rules below and then enter through the Rafflecopter!
30 Day Giveaway Event Day 15: Noxicare
Disclosure: Newly Crunchy Mama Of 3 did not receive compensation for this giveaway. Facebook, Twitter, & Pinterest are in no way associated with this giveaway. Prize fulfillment and shipping will be handled by Noxicare. Would you like to have your products featured in a similar giveaway event? Want to increase your social media exposure before the holiday season? See how we can help! Contact budgetearth@gmail.com to see what Mom Powered Media can do for your company!  Are you someone who loves to enter giveaways? If so, we think you will love this unique giveaway event. In the 30 Days of Giveaway Events, we will running a new giveaway each day, with prizes ranging from $50 - $400 in value! With something fun and new each day, you are more likely to find new products that are perfect for you! 30 Days of GiveawaysDay 14: JeNuOrganized by Mom to Bed by 8 & Budget EarthDesigned as a complete skincare system, JeNu more effectively delivers key anti-aging ingredients deeper into the skin. You'll enjoy refined skin texture, increased hydration, and a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around your eyes in just 14 days. Lips will be naturally full, smooth, supple—and purely kissable. JeNu Active-Youth Skincare System includes:
Disclosure: Newly Crunchy Mama Of 3 did not receive compensation for this giveaway. Facebook, Twitter, & Pinterest are in no way associated with this giveaway. Prize fulfillment and shipping will be handled by Rok Cooking. Would you like to have your products featured in a similar giveaway event? Want to increase your social media exposure before the holiday season? See how we can help! Contact teri@mompoweredmedia.com to see what Mom Powered Media can do for your company! ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation has been provided and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.***  With 3 growing kids, I find myself taking about a zillion pictures. I never want to miss catching a priceless expression or the reaching of milestones. So like many other Moms, I shoot away, usually posting to social media like Facebook or Instagram.
Of course having photos online is great. But as a new home owner, I prefer having photos decorating the walls of our Century home. While I do have several framed photos, I much prefer photo to canvas prints, like the ones from Easy Canvas Prints. They make a much bigger statement, and are very high quality. The generous folks at Easy Canvas Prints have allowed me to create a photo to canvas, ready to hang print of my own. That's not here just yet, but as soon as it arrives I will be sure to post a full review. I actually used one of my Instagram photos, and the ordering process couldn't have been simpler. So definitely keep your eye out for a detailed review coming very, very soon!  Are you someone who loves to enter giveaways? If so, we think you will love this unique giveaway event. In the 30 Days of Giveaways Event, we will running a new giveaway each day, with prizes ranging from $50 – $400 in value! With something fun and new each day, you are more likely to find new products that are perfect for you!
30 Days of GiveawaysDay 14: Nature's FlavorsOrganized by Mom to Bed by 8 & Budget Earth
Do you love to bake but have problems finding all natural ingredients? While many of us fret over the ingredients that go into our family's foods, we have resigned ourselves to using artificial colorants in some of our foods. If there was one food we should consider changing, this is it! Some studies out there are showing that the large amount of artificial colorant in our kids foods may lead to learning delays or disorders. Even worse, children who have ADHD, autism, or are just naturally hyper are sometimes more sensitive than usual to these ingredients, leading to poorer behavior. There have even beem some studies linking these dyes to cancer in laboratory experiments! As a parent or adult trying to live a healthy lifestyle, this can be quite frightening! Until recently, there weren't a lot of options for parents who didn't want to go completely a la natural (making your own dyes), at least until Nature's Flavors announced their selection of all natural food colorants! Each of the colors in Nature's Flavor's Rainbow Pack of Natural Colors is 100% natural, vegan, gluten free, and free of the harmful chemicals that make artificial colorants so dangerous! In the rainbow pack, you get 5 popular colors - Cherry Red, Natural Blue, Natural Honeydew Green, Natural Yellow, and Natural Pumpkin! To learn more about these all natural, food safe colorants, make sure to check out Budget Earth's Nature's Flavors Rainbow Pack of Natural Colors Review! Would you love to try these all natural colorants? We are happy to announce that we are working with Nature's Flavors to make this possible for 1 lucky reader, who will receive a free 5 piece Rainbow Pack! To learn more, read the rules below and then enter through the Rafflecopter!
30 Day Giveaway Event Day 13: Nature's Flavors
Disclosure: Newly Crunchy Mama Of 3 did not receive compensation for this giveaway. Facebook, Twitter, & Pinterest are in no way associated with this giveaway. Prize fulfillment and shipping will be handled by Nature's Flavors. Would you like to have your products featured in a similar giveaway event? Want to increase your social media exposure before the holiday season? See how we can help! Contact budgetearth@gmail.com to see what Mom Powered Media can do for your company!  ***Disclosure: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Boys & Girls Clubs of America. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.”*** It's that time of year again! Summer will soon be drawing to a close, and kids everywhere will be heading back to school. My oldest child will be in 8th grade this year, and he is looking forward to being at the head of the pack, as far as middle school goes. (Until 9th grade, where he will again, be on the bottom as a freshman!)
Thankfully, I am able to be home with my children every day. Working from home certainly has it's perks! But there are a lot of kids who don't have that luxury. In this uncertain economy, parents are working more and more hours to support their families, leaving their kids to fend for themselves as "latch key kids." I remember being one myself as a kid, as my parents both worked outside of the home. For a few hours every day, I had to care for myself and my little brother until Mom or Dad got home. Nothing bad ever happened, thank goodness. I lived in a very safe, community oriented town where violent crime was almost unheard of. Sadly, not all kids are as lucky. There are many cities that have a lot of crime and gang activity, and parents who need to work are justifiably worried about sending their kids home from school alone. Luckily, Boys & Girls Club of America has some great options to keep kids of all ages off of the streets while giving them the supervision and guidance they need. These programs offer kids things like homework help, structured, character-building activities, and give children the tools they need to succeed. |
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