Kimberly Parry Organics - Review & Giveaway!(CLOSED)

Looking for Organic products for your family? Kimberly Parry Organics has a variety of natural items that your looking for.

After trying Kimberly Organics - Bum Butter, Baby Oil and Belly Butter, I did like it. The smell is delightful, I love the natural smells as it reminds me of birth and new life. It stays with you and puts me in a good mood to smell it. We use the Baby Oil regularly in the bath tub and the Bum Butter because it smells so good and keeps the kids skin moisturized. I like the belly butter but do not use it regularly because my skin is really dry and I need to use something for healing.
Kimberly Organics products are made fresh (you don't hear that very often), are made without preservatives, dyes, chemicals, or animal ingredients. 10% of the profits go back into our environment and are never tested on animals. You will find items for your Face, Body, Hair, Baby & Mom. Things you use everyday and that so many of us are looking for that are natural and fresh. Read more about Kimberly Parry here.

Win It!

Kimberly Organics would like to make 3 Momma in Flip Flops2 readers winners! You will win a sample pack of the Bum Butter, Body Oil and Belly Butter. To Enter.
*Visit Kimberly Organics and let me know what you'd like to try and why.
Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-
*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site
*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Kimberly Parry
*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.
*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.
*Purchase something from the site before this contest is over.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA and Canada only. I will randomly select the winner Friday, March 6th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

Pediped Shoes Winner!

Congratulations gahome2mom! You were the randomly selected winner of the pediped shoes of choice (subject to availability). Please check your e-mail to claim your prize.

Thanks to all those who entered. It does work to do the extra work for more entries, that's how our current winner won - on her tweeting post! Thanks to Pedipeds for always sponsoring great shoe giveaways! Be sure to get in on some of the fabulous prizes yet to be given away here at Momma In Flip Flops2.

Elliott Lucca Bag - Giveaway! (CLOSED)

Okay my lovely readers - get ready to scream because this is one hot giveaway! I am completely jealous I cannot enter to win this myself. I love Elliott Lucca bags, they are so stylish, so chic, absolutely fabulous!

All the bags at Elliott Lucca are something I want to add to my closet, and I'm sure some of you others know what I'm talking about. Your mouth about waters thinking you would be carrying one of these exceptional bags around. The site has a great variety of items, you can shop by type, size, price and collection. Everything your looking for, clutches, hobo's, totes, drawstrings and much more. The only problem is they are pricey for a budget. I could probably get a new purse like every week (along with a pair of shoes!) Call me a typical girl - there is just something about it. I'm totally wanting a yellow bag lately - something yellow is screaming my name. =) Alright, enough about me. Visit Elliott Lucca, if you never have - then, well you are seriously missing out. What do you love?

Head on over and take a gander at the Opal Solid Patent Shoulder Bag. Ooh, you are going to love. It comes in two different colors, oxblood patent and dove patent. Two open pockets and a zippered back wall pocket, flap closure with twist lock and made with leather and rayon. It's gorgeous!

Win It!

Angie from Elliott Lucca would like to give one Momma In Flip Flops2 reader an Opal Solid Patent Shoulder Bag in the Dove Patent. Oooohhh!!! To Enter - You must leave your e-mail address as it will be given to the Elliott Lucca database, without your e-mail you will not be entered.

*Visit Elliott Lucca and tell me which bag you love - remember to leave your e-mail.

Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-

*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site

*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Elliott Lucca

*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.

*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.
*Purchase something from the site before this contest is over.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to All. I will randomly select the winner Friday, March 6th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

Parenting By Nature - Review & Giveaway! (CLOSED)

I'd like to say that the majority of the time my husband I parent by doing the most natural thing and try to do what's best for our children. Parenting By Nature is a great site for others striving in that same direction.

Parenting By Nature has some great products from baby carriers, cloth diapers, natural toys, clothing and much, much more. A selection that is definitely worth taking a look at. The site is also full of great babywearing 101 instructions and tips for even the most experienced baby wearer. I'm really enjoying the cloth diaper 101 section as well. There always seems to be more to learn when searching in that area. Parenting By Nature isn't just a business to sell you things, they are there with support, encouragement and ready to assist with any questions you may have. Check out the site for a lot of great products.

I reviewed the UpMAMA hybrid ring sling and was very satisfied with the quality for this carrier. It's easy to put on, place your child in and adjust. I'm definitely looking forward to using this with our new little one and with Amelia as much as I can with the bump getting bigger by the day. This is my first ring sling and I'm very pleasantly surprised, I love my baby carriers and this is just one more to add to my list. I really love the pocket with zipper for keys and other items so you don't have to carry around a purse when not necessary. The instructions were very good that came with this sling, web links to watch before wearing your baby, and was wrapped very nicely. When receiving so nicely and with the encouragement it made me want to visit the site for more information and contact them just because of how kind they are.

Check out Parenting By Nature and see what items would suit you. For mom, baby, child and more!

Win It!

Parenting By Nature would like to give one Momma In Flip Flops2 reader an Upmama hybrid ring sling in your choice of fabric and size. To Enter!

*Visit Parenting By Nature and tell me what you like to try from the site.

Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-
*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site
*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Parenting By Nature
*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.
*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

*Purchase something from the site before this contest is over.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA and Canada only. I will randomly select the winner Wednesday, March 4th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

The Sak Book In A Bag Contest!

Book in a Bag has officially begun and will run thru March 18th, 2009! This month, the sak is giving away a sakroots Pax Eco Yoga Bag and 3 books from Harper Collins – Confessions of a Beauty Addict, Shelter Me, and What I Did for Love. What better way to score a great bag and some reads then by entering this contest! Click here to enter the sak “Book in a Bag” contest - being smart was never so stylish!

The Pepper Kids Winner!

Congratulations Lisanne (lisanne411 AT..) You were the randomly selected winner of The Pepper Kids Elegant Bath Toys. Please check your e-mail to claim your prize.

Thanks to all those who entered. Visit The Pepper Kids to find all kind of different fabulous things.

Boob Clothing - Review & Giveaway! (CLOSED)

Finding maternity clothing that is chic and makes you feel incredibly hot seems like a chore to me. Or should I say it used too? I hate looking frumpy, I want to look cute and feel good while sportin' my bump. I don't just want a t-shirt and a pair of sweats, I want something sheak and fabulous. Boob maternity is beyond my dreams.

I was delighted to review the maternity winter '08 line for Boob. I've already reviewed the nursing apparel awhile back, you can read that review here. However, the maternity apparel jumped up to my top love list for maternity apparel. I was able to review a few different items and every single one of them fits me great and really gives that chic, sexy look that we all want to feel once in awhile! The transformer T is 100% organic cotton, soft and beautiful. I love the belt that you can either put up above your belly or below, either looks fabulous. The pants (B*Hollywoods) look so chic. If only I could wear them the entire pregnancy. The fit is beyond great, I have the worse time finding pants that fit and look great and these are absolutely amazing! They zip up the size, have a wider look, are soft and very chic. The maternity hood is so cute and shows off your cute belly. This is something I would love to wear even if I wasn't pregnant. It's soft, has two cute pockets and a cute button by your breasts. My favorite was the maternity long sweater with the front panel pocket over your belly. It's long and can be dressed up or down. I've even tried it with a pair of leggin's and it's look hot! All the items I reviewed were a size small and fit well. I'm going into a size medium. They fit snug but great. Sizing is pretty accurate if your wondering for shopping. I cannot say one bad thing about any of the clothing, it's a MUST have!

Boob has tons of basic's, dress up and dress down clothing. I can't even pick just one thing, I want to add it all to my closet. The nursing apparel is very cute as well and it's hard to look good in apparel that is easy to nurse your baby in. Check them out!

Win It!

Boob would like to make 4 Momma In Flip Flops2 readers very happy. They're giving away 2 Transformer T's in size medium and 2 hoods in size small (both are from the winter '08 line) pictured is the transformer t, the hood is equally as cute, but more casual. *Note Sizes* To enter.

*Visit Boobdesign and tell me what item from their spring/summer '09 collection that you love and which of the two items you would like.

Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-

*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site

*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Boobdesign

*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.

*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.
*Purchase something from the site before this contest is over.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA and Canada only. I will randomly select the winner Wednesday, March 4th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

*Thanks to Angie for this great giveaway!!!

You Can Make This - Giveaway! (CLOSED)

I always look at these woman I know that make things like crazy in complete amazement. That's just not me, I can't follow a pattern for the life of me. I can make things up and do it how I think it should go but nothing turns out that professional and it could probably use some help. You Can Make This.com is for me and definitely for the expert out there as well.

You Can Make This is a site where you can get down loadable instructions that are step by step, photo's and written by mom's with expertise in these areas. There is everything from home decor, jewelry, children's boutique, clothing, handbags, toys and much more. Sounds exciting, huh? The site is amazing to look at, you could browse for hours finding great things to make.

A little bit about the creator of You Can Make This - "YouCanMakeThis.com was created by a stay-at-home mom who wanted to provide a place where women could learn how to make items for their homes and families. The site is unique because the eBooks and patterns are written by "everyday" women. The step-by-step format of the eBooks enables even the most craft-challenged person to experience the satisfaction of creating something beautiful." Read more here. I love to find sites like these, created by people just like me.

Are you creative? What do you think of this site for yourself? If you sign up for the Free newsletter you will get a bundle package of 7 eBooks and an online video. Ready for something else great?

Win It!

You Can Make This would like to give one Momma In Flip Flops2 reader a $50 Bundle Package of your very own. You'll win - Instructions for making a Child/Adult Apron Set, Women's Reversible Wrap Skirt, The "She Loves Me, She Loves Me KNOT" Handbag, The Reversible Patchwork Bucket Hat, Easy-Fit Pants, and Boy's Ties. Between all of those, items can be made for both boys, girls, and women. To get entered for this great prize.

*Visit YouCanMakeThis.com and tell me something you'd love to make besides the items listed.

Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-
*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site
*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and YouCanMakeThis.com

*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.
*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

*Purchase something from the site before this contest is over.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to. I will randomly select the winner Monday, March 2nd, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

Winners!

Congratulations to our two winners and thank you to all who entered! Check out the other great contests going on now and many, many more to come.

Erin was the randomly selected winner of the Nowali children's slipper moccasin's of choice.

Mel the randomly selected winner of the Rocky Mountain, one-sized cloth diaper from Diaper Style.

Be sure to check out Nowali as their slipper moccasins are on sale now.

Diaper Style is a great place to find tons of great diaper products and other amazing things. Use Coupon Code "first10" and get 10% off your purchase.

Pedipeds Birthday Giveaway! (CLOSED)

Yay! It's Pedipeds Anniversary and the the Pediped flex has been around for an entire year. Have you checked out the new spring/summer '09 yet? You know you want too, summer shoes are going to be here before you know it and you want your little one looking as stylish as you right?

Pedipeds has a great selection for boys and girls that you will be sure to love. Sometimes I really do wish I could wear children's shoes, they are so darn cute. Since I can't I just have to make sure their feet are looking great! Help celebrate their Anniversary and gets your now! Happy Birthday Pediped!!!!!!!!!!

I love pediped shoes as well as my daughter. You can read my past reviews here. About: "pediped™ footwear was launched in 2004 by Angela and Brian Edgeworth in their quest for the perfect soft-soled shoe for their first daughter. Exceptional quality, unsurpassed comfort and distinctive styling have made the award winning company one of the fastest-growing children's footwear brands in the United States. pediped™ footwear is sold in over 2500 stores in the United States and 40 countries worldwide with an offering of more than 120 designs for boys and girls between their two lines, Originals and Flex. Originals (soft-soled shoes for newborns to age 2+) and Flex (rubber-soled shoes for children 1-6 years) are available in EU sizes ranging from 17 to 29. For more information, visit www.pediped.com." Did you know Pediped has received several awards?

Win It!

For Pedipeds Birthday they are giving one Momma In Flip Flops2 reader a pair in size and style (subject to availability). To enter.

*Visit Pedipeds and tell me your first and second picks (in case the first is not available) and the sizes (this might be what you get if you win so take your time!)

Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-

*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site

*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Pedipeds
*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.

*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA only. I will randomly select the winner Friday, February 27th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

The Pepper Kids - Review & Giveaway! (CLOSED)

Doing reviews gives me the great chance to find great sites and share them with you my readers, so you can know about places that are hard to find otherwise. The Pepper Kids was one of those sites. The Pepper kids brings you great unique, yet simple fun products hand crafted in the USA. You will find some great products that you will most definitely want to get your hands on.

My son had the opportunity to review the adorable sorting clock from Melissa & Doug that The Pepper Kids carries. This clock has brought nothing but fun to our family, learning our numbers, shapes and even though he's a bit young we've been learning how to tell time and what it's all about. I love toys that don't require a battery and help your child learn and use their imagination, that's exactly what this product was all about. I will definitely be looking into more Melissa and Doug items in the future.

The Pepper Kids has everything from bedding, decor, items for boy and girls, babies, furniture and much more. You are going to be able to find a wide variety of items at The Pepper Kids. "We help provide a little direction by recommending educational toys & books, and some guidance on colors and environments that foster the upbringing of our children to grow up into creative, individualistic and free-minded spirits." Read more about The Pepper Kids here.

Win It!

The Pepper Kids would like to give one Momma In Flip Flops2 reader Elegant Baby Bath Squirties for your child's bath or pool time. To enter.

*Visit The Pepper Kids and tell me some of the products you love.

Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-

*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site

*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and The Pepper Kids

*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.

*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA and Canada. I will randomly select the winner Wednesday, February 25th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

Winners!

Congratulations to the following winners. Thanks to all that entered, be sure to check out the rest of the contests going on now. No contests are being scheduled for this Friday, February 20th. I will not be around as it's my sisters wedding!

Dabib Winners - valerie2350 & gahome2mom!

Wat-aah backpack and merchandise - Richard Maus (Beth)!

Pink Skull Baby Blanket from Childish Clothing - dmcalgaro!

Please check your e-mails to claim your prizes.

Diaper Style (RMD) - Review & Giveaway! (CLOSED)

I love to find new cloth diapers that work and fit great. I've done reviews with Diaper Style before and Skye is amazing - she knows what diapers are great and love to get the word out about them through reviews. A great diaper we reviewed from Diaper Style is the Rocky Mountain Diapers, one-sized, pocket diaper.

This one-sized diaper is different from other one-sized diapers I've tried. The size adjust ability is built inside the diaper, and is elastic that can be pulled and loosened with a snap fastener depending on your babies size. I like the hidden snap system, it works great and is easy to use. It stays put until I'm ready to change the size months later. This diaper fits well too, it has snap closures on the front that are very easy for putting on and off. It has a good trim fit, with soft suede cloth and PUL that's been working wonderfully, great leg gatherings and I haven't had to worry about leaking once. The back opening for the insert is big enough and easy to fit prefolds or other inserts and they stay put. I do have a little bit of problem with wing droop in this diaper, but nothing more than others that I have. This Rocky Mountain diaper comes in five different color combinations for your liking.

Diaper Style has lots to choose from when looking for cloth diapers and other great products. Baby-wearing, covers, wipes, breast feeding supplies, skin care, mommy products, wetbags, and tons more. Check out Diaper Style today! Use coupon code "first10" and get 10% off you purchase.
Win It!

Diaper Style would like to give one Momma In Flip Flops2 reader a Rocky Mountain Diaper in color choice of your very own. To Enter!
*Visit Diaper Style and look around. Tell me something that interests you & what color combo you would like of the RMD!
Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-
*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site
*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Diaper Style
*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.
*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA and Canada. I will randomly select the winner Monday, February 23rd, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

Childish Maternity Clothing Winner!

Congratulations Innisfam! You were the randomly selected winner of the Heidi Jeans and Emma Shirt from Childish Clothing. Please check your e-mail to claim your prize.

Thanks to all those that entered. Childish has some great items, not just maternity to check out. Also be sure to check out their other giveaway here at Momma In Flip Flops2 for a cute pink skull baby blanket. Good luck!

Nowali - Review & Giveaway! (CLOSED)

Let me say I love moccasins and so does the rest of my family. Just to catch you up to speed, my sister bought my 1.5 year old stylish moccasins for almost what I paid for them because she couldn't find a pair like it. Yep, we love our moccasins! Visit Nowali for moccasins for kids - excitement.

The Nowali moccasins we reviewed are for children's feet, they are like socks and a shoe and stay on your children's feet. I actually purchased something like this in the past and my daughter would not keep them in, they were too much like a pair of socks. These however, she absolutely loves, keeps on and wears all day long. They are super soft, and very cute. I really love the fit of these and how many selections their are to pick from. The non-slip sole is great for our hard wood floors and the fact that they are machine washable is a much in our house. I am very happy with these and so is my daughter.

Nowali has moccasins for pretty much any size foot, slipper socks, adult socks and moccasins, baby socks, tights, clothing, sunglasses and more. Check them out.

Win It!

Nowali would like to give one Momma In Flip Flops2 reader a pair of children's moccasins in your size and style (subject to availability). To enter.
*Visit Nowali and tell me which pair you would choose.
Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-
*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site
*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Nowali
*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.
*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA and Canada. I will randomly select the winner Monday, February 23rd, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

Babysitters4hire and Safety Caps - Winners!

Congratulations Teri (teriannm AT..), Lesley, One Frugal Lady and Kristy! You were the four randomly selected winners of the items from Babysitters4hire. Please check your e-mails and get back to be within 48 hours with your choice of item!

Congratulations to Reva Skie! You were the randomly selected winner of the 24 pack of Safety Caps. Please check your e-mail to claim your prize!

Thanks to all who entered and who visit Momma In Flip Flops2.

Childish Clothing - Giveaway! (CLOSED)

It's almost here - Valentine's Day! Childish Clothing has some super fabulous things that would be great gifts.

I've got my eye on these super necklaces - "boy", "girl", and "baby" Childish has to purchase. Very cute and special to wear while you're expecting, or even after you've had your little bundle of love. We all love a little bit of bling that has to do with our family and what's going on in our lives at the moment! Don't you love jewelry that goes along with your life at the moment? It's a little pricey but for something you really love it maybe something to get for a special gift.

Childish Clothing has lots to offer, as you may have read in my earlier post about their fabulous maternity clothing. Their gift section has tons of stuff from jewelry, blankets, music, mobiles, toys, decor, furniture and more. Great things to check out.

Win It!


Just in time for Valentine's Day Childish Clothing would like to give one Momma In Flip Flops2 reader this pink skull baby blanket. To Enter-

*Visit Childish Clothing's Gift Section and tell me what you love.

Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-
*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site
*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Childish Clothing
*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.
*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA and Canada. I will randomly select the winner Wednesday, February, 18th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

Wat-Aah - Review & Giveaway! (CLOSED)

Are you up for the challenge? The Wat-Aah challenge that is? I was and was very excited to put the challenge to the test with my two children. I can see that look on your face, what in the world are you talking about. I'm talking about the Wat-ahh Challenge and getting your kids to drink water.

The Wat-aah challenge is putting the wat-aah bottles next to other drinking products in your fridge (soda, juice, etc), don't a word and see what your children do. My kids reactions were classic. My son is 3.5 years old and saw the pink and blue bottle in the fridge, of course asking what they were I explained they're "wat-aah", he looks at me and goes - "Mom, wat-aah... umm... that's water". I about fell on the ground laughing. However he chose the blue bottle and drank it the rest of the evening. However after awhile he realized it was just regular water and wanted his juice again. My daughter on the other hand wouldn't drink anything but her wat-aah and it had to be in the bottle it came in. I even filled it up again with filtered water and she kept on it. Great because she's not much of a drinker of any kind and if she does it's juice only. I loved the challenge, are you ready to challenge your kids? Remember, water is nothing but pure water with the essential minerals for your child's health.

About Wat-Aah: "WAT-AAH! is the epitome of a momprenuer! We are a small business launched by four determined mothers and one concerned father. Our mission is to fight the battle against childhood obesity and to teach kids that healthy bodies can be obtained through healthy hydration. Together with our 12 kids, we have created an appealing brand-- a brand full of enough attitude and spunk, enough to convince kids to stay away from sugar-laden beverages like sports drinks, sodas and "fruit" juices." Visit the site here and learn more about it. Put your children to the wat-aah challenge. I would love to know how they react.

Win It!

Wat-Aah would like to give One Momma In Flip Flops2 reader a Wat-aah back pack full of great Wat-aah merchandise. To enter!

*Check out the site (it's super cool) and tell me what do you kids pick to drink?

Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-

*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site
*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Wat-Aah
*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.
*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA only. I will randomly select the winner Wednesday, February, 18th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

Skin MD Natural Lotion Winner!

Congratulations Nicole (nicolerenae AT)! You were the randomly selected winner of the Skin MD Natural Lotion with SPF 15. Please check your e-mail to claim your prize.

Thanks to all who entered. This lotion is really nice and doesn't leave you greasy and oily feeling. Great if you need to wear SPF and Lotion in the summer. Check out their site as they love to know what you think.

National Laugh Friendly Month!

Yes my laughing friends, you read that correctly. February is laugh friendly month and I'm definitely full of laughter. Let me let you in on something - my son used to pretend phone and laugh because that's what he heard the most. Hey, at least we're happy people, right? =)

This post is all about donating a $1 to the Nana Star Foundation, benefiting sick children and under-resourced schools. You'll get this fabulous button to wear around a dollar really isn't all that much. Read more about this here. Awhile back I did a review on the Nana Star products, my son and daughter absolutely love them and the books are a huge hit. They even come with CD's of the story and lets just say they're getting wore out. Definitely something to take a look at for your kids.

I had to add this from the site for you to read: You're Living a Laugh Friendly Life If...

1. You've been "shushed" in public places for laughing too loudly!
2. You have lines at the corners of your eyes from laughing and smiling everyday (and you have no intention of getting Botox).
3. You end most emails with a smiley face (and don't care if it annoys the recipient).
4. When you're having a meal with friends or family in a public place, everyone wonders what you're laughing about.
5. Your kind words outweigh your curse words. (That can be a tough one.)
6. You find yourself complimenting service rather than complaining about it.
7. Your kids get embarrassed and act like they don't know you because of how loud your laughter is.
8. You laugh so hard your beverage comes through your nose!
9. You snort when you laugh (even though it's not very ladylike).
10. You still have that twinkle in your eye that says anything, Anything, ANYthing is possible.

Read more about Laugh Friendly Month here. Vote Laugh Friendly Here!

If you'd like to purchase Nana Star merchandise in the month of February, use coupon code - LF2009 and get 10% off your purchase.

Dabib - Giveaway! (CLOSED)

I'm not a big bib fan, but when I first saw and tried Dabib I quickly changed my mind. This bib was amazing and I still have my 3.5 year old asking to wear them when he knows he has a nice outfit on (lol - little neat freak!).

I did a review for Dabib awhile back and you can read all about it here. Dabib are great bibs with a fold out food catcher, a great stretch, adjustable scrunch collar, a washable polyester fabric, a great shape and some absolute adorable patterns. There are two kinds and both are just a little bit differs, dagiggles and dahugs! We've had ours for months and months and love it. There are even burp clothes available.

You have to watch these funny videos on the benefits of using Dabib!

Vito Gottabone - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3h7PJL00L4U

DaBaby, DaDoll & DaBib - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-GLwvgjHrM&feature=related

Purchase from Dabib and use coupon code MOM2009 for 20% off your purchase. If you purchase 3 or more you get additional free shipping (continental US only.)

Win It!

Dabib would like to give away Dabib in your choice to two Momma In Flip Flops2 readers. This contest is a little different - the first Dabib will be chosen from answering the following -

*Visit Dabib and tell me which pattern you love.

*Get a second entry by subscribing to my feed and/or placing my button on your site.

To be entered in the second drawing for the second bib you can -

*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Dabib

*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.

*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA & Canada only. I will randomly select the winner Wednesday, February, 18th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

The Sak 20th Anniversary Giveaway!

The Sak.com is hosting a sweepstakes in honor of their 20th Anniversary! From now until February 28th, 20 lucky winners will receive the new, eco-friendly sakroots Pax Eco Tote, featuring the signature peace print by artist Gilles Jourdan. Sakroots Pax Eco Canvas is made of a jute/cotton blend canvas and has 100% natural cotton handles. Check out www.thesak.com to enter for your chance to win!

No-Cry Nap Solutions Book Winner!

Congratulations Sara! You were the randomly selected winner of the No-Cry Nap Solutions, Autographed Copy by Elizabeth Pantley. Please check your e-mail to claim your prize.

Thanks to all who entered. Visit Elizabeth's website to see her other books, this is a great read. Check it out at your local library or order it. Be sure to spread the word about the other great contests going on here at Momma In Flip Flops2.

Rudolph Pork Rinds - Review!

Have you ever tried Pork Rinds? I had never tried them until this review because quite honestly they sounded disgusting. I was excited to get them around New Years to distribute to my entire family for a big family review. Rudolph Foods is the worlds largest manufacture of Pork Rinds.

After a family review nobody was all that amazed by the Pork Rinds. Once we got past the smell of them they weren't a big hit. My daughter (19 mo) loved them, my brother in law and myself could actually eat them, but they weren't something we'd regularly want to eat on a regular bases. Definitely the hot and spicy ones were the route we preferred over the regular Pork Rinds. I don't know if I would ever buy these again, but trying yes - especially after I got some tips from Rudolph Foods on five fun ways to eat them:
1. Add a touch of cream cheese and garnish with a jalapeno. 2. Serve with guacamole or fresh tomato salsa for dipping. 3. Swap pork rinds for tortilla chips in a taco salad for a low-carb meal. 4. Crush up pork rinds to use in place of bread crumbs on fish or chicken – great for diabetics. 5. Use ground up pork rinds to make a healthier pizza crust. Something to try next time we try out the Pork Rinds.

A little about Pork Rinds and Rudolph Foods -

"Rudolph Foods is the world’s largest manufacturer of pork rinds. They are based in Lima, OH but are distributed nationwide and have several plants across the country. As a regional favorite, pork rinds have a long quirky history. This cured pork skin snack has been around for more than 3,000 years but has only been sold in a bag since the 1930s. You can now find them fried, pickled and microwavable. Everyday people like construction workers, corporate executives and even former President George H. W. Bush have said that pork rinds are their favorite snack!

High in flavor, low in cost, pork rinds are the perfect snack for crunching! Not only a quirky southern snack, they are also surprisingly healthy. Pork rinds contain only 80 calories per serving and have zero carbs, which makes them perfect for dieters, diabetics and anyone watching their weight. "

Check out Rudolph Foods to get some Pork Rinds for your family. I'd love to know if you've ever had them, how do you eat them and do you like them?

Childish Clothing - Review & Giveaway! (CLOSED)

While your pregnant you should never have to look frumpy just because your sportin' the bump? Or atleast I don't think you should. Having this be my third baby I got big really fast and was wearing maternity clothing into my second month. It's also difficult because you are different sizes throughout your pregnancy (or at least I am). I love to find a place that has cute, fashionable maternity clothing to help me look fabulous. Childish Clothing carries Maternity that's a bit different and cute!

I was excited to get the fashionable Heidi maternity jeans to try out. They're stretch so they hug your body. I got the medium (I would get the large next time and most mediums do not fit me yet) and they're a bit tight in the thighs but I LOVE the waste line. They don't have the loops to pull small or big and they don't have a big elastic back on them. They're just stretching and bigger. They feel so comfortable and actually stay on my butt. I won't be able to wear them through my whole pregnancy but definitly in these beginning months. Childish also carries jewelry, dresses, tops and more for preggo momma's.

Be sure to check out their children clothing too - unique and cute! Check them out - Childish Clothing for Maternity, Baby & Kids!

Win It!

Childish would like to give One Momma In Flip Flops2 reader a pair of Heidi Jeans (available sizes XS-XL) and the adorable Emma shirt (both maternity). Soooo cute! To enter-

*Visit Childish and tell me what you love!

Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site

*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Children Clothing

*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.

*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA only. I will randomly select the winner Monday, February, 16th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

Beyond The Rockz Sale!

I was amazed when I visited Beyond The Rockz site at their fabulous jewelry, it's stunning and hand crafted. What an exciting Valentines Day gift to get ... Let your hubby know! =)

Beyond the Rockz has earrings, rings, pendants and more and all are very unique. I really like the vintage silverware ring, it's amazing! You should definitely take a look around because you will definitely find something you love. Check out their etsy shop here. You can visit their site and read more about them here.

Now for something super exciting. Right now - Make one $50 (or higher) purchase now through February 13th, 2009, and you will receive one FREE Chester♥ the bear, wearing your jewelry purchase from us, and tucked inside a white heart-shaped box that is tied up with the most beautiful big red bow! See what Chester the bear looks like here.

Safety Caps Extra Entries!

For those of you who already entered the safety caps giveaway. You can get 5 extra entries by e-mailing Oprah and Ellen about my site and Safety Caps. See post for details. Good luck!

Sprouting Up - Sensational Sling Sale!

Keep your baby close to your heart this February with Sprouting Up's -

"Sensational Sling Sale"

Slings as low as $20.00!! This offer is good through February while the supplies last. Quickly visit http://www.sproutingup.com/ to place your order. There is nothing like a great sling - Rebecca is a great help and if you have questions she's always very willing to help out. Let me know what you find and if you get a fabulous sling. Happy Shopping!

Frame The Alphabet! *Update* Discount Code!

I was searching around for an amazing wedding gift for my sisters up coming wedding and came across the coolest site ever - Frame The Alphabet! I was so blown away, these are the neatest pictures I have ever seen.


What you do is choose a name and then you create it yourself by choosing the letters you like. I love the example Jones and the Family one! Wouldn't that be the cutest thing to have on your mantel or anywhere for that matter, showing off your name? I thought it would be so cute for a wedding gift, housewarming gift or just because you want it in your house? =) Check it out, you can create yours and see what it would look like!

You can check out samples here. Read more about Crystal and her amazing creations here. I'd love to know if this is something you love as much as I do. Which sample did you like? Did you like your creation? Aren't they amazing??? =)




Frame the Alphabet would like to give Momma In Flip Flops2 readers a special promo code - "andreablog" - enter this at check out and receive $30 off your purchase. Take advantage of the Free Shipping as well. This offer ends February 28th, 2009 so get your amazing frame now. I did! You can always buy a gift certificate at this price and redeem it later if needed. The promo code doesn't work for gift certificate sales but if someone is interested, Crystal would simply refund your credit card the $30 after you made your purchase of $149.99.

2Chix - Pregnancy Out Loud - Discount Code!

Have you seen or heard of 2chix, maternity wear? If not you might be missing out - very cute and fabulous stuff. If only I could get my hands on so much of the stuff. It's just fabulous and who doesn't want to look fabulous when they're sportin' the baby bump, right?

2Chix has things from tee's, long sleeved tee's, skirts, tanks, daddy things and much more (like the baby wipe containers - cute!). I like too that they have shirts if you're on the heavier side - you don't see that everywhere! The prices are pretty consistent with most unique and different maternity clothing. The fit doesn't look half that bad either. I'm loving the with bump not plump - I so need that right now. lol!

If you're pregnant or looking to purchase something from 2Chix use coupon code flipflops20 for 20% off good through April 30, 2009. Happy Shopping!

Safety Caps - Giveaway! (CLOSED)

Some of you may remember the review I did on safety caps awhile back. If not, or you want to read about what I had to say last time, you can click here.



Safety caps are great and I'm still loving them months after using them. Safety caps are bigger than regular safety outlet plugs, so they aren't a choking hazard. They even have little holes in them. I really like them and my children can't get them out either. They are more of a clear color as well so they aren't as noticeable. I would recommend these to anyone and will never go back to the regular choking ones - I freak out at the thought of anyone choking and these are the way to go. They aren't even that expensive. Take a gander here. Read other recommendations as well.


Win It!


George the inventor of safety caps would like to give a 24 pack away to one Momma In Flip Flops2 reader & if the winner has purchased safety caps between now and the end of this giveaway, the winner will receive 96 safety caps. WOW! To Enter.
*Visit Safety Caps and tell me something great about them.
Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-
*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site
*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and safetycaps
*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.
*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.
*GET 5 extra entries if you e-mail Ellen and Oprah and let them know about my blog and that safety caps are the best around. Links:
Ellen: http://ellen.warnerbros.com/show/respond/?PlugID=10
Oprah: https://www.oprah.com/ord/plugform.jsp?plugId=216


Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA & Canada only. I will randomly select the winner Friday, February, 13th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck

New Native Discount Code!

Remember the review I did on New Native Baby Carrier? If not you can read it here. I love it and cannot wait to wear it with the new baby. My daughter loved being in it, took right to it and it was very comfortable for a pouch type of sling. I would definitely recommend it to anyone and the instructions it came with were great.

Right now New Native Baby Carrier would like to give you the readers 20% off your purchase with coupon code TRLWR147 valid from Feb.15, 2009 through May 15th, 2009. Happy Shopping!!

Babysitters4Hire - Giveaway! (CLOSED)

I don't know about anyone else but it's really hard for me to find a baby-sitter. We're not from this area and pretty much all the people I know do not have children for a evening baby-sit. I'm really picky about who I leave with my kids with as well - my family lives and hour away and if they can't come up and watch them (the few times they are left) they don't get left. I know we are a bit out of the ordinary - but for those that are looking for baby sitters - Babysitters4hire might be a place to look.

Have you heard of Babysitters4hire? I'm completely new to it. I've seen different baby sitting adds on the computer and browsed it for my area - I honestly wasn't all that impressed. This (from my browsing) looks to be secure and recommended by Dr. Phil.

A little about babysitters4hire -
"Babysitters4hire.com is designed to assist families in finding a quality babysitter for their specific needs and requirements and offer babysitters an enjoyable employment experience.

A free preview is available of babysitters is available to families through our local neighborhood mapping technology. Whether you need a babysitter for a few hours to a few days, you will find it at Babysitters4hire.com. Once you are a registered member, you will be given immediate access to nannies through text messaging, email and phone."

We make finding a reliable, trustworthy babysitter easy.
We make it easy for great babysitters to find great babysitting jobs.
Babysitters4hire is owned by nannies4hire.com, with more than 20 years of experience. We've made hundreds of thousands of families and nannies happy. And now we're doing the same with babysitters. "

Tell me, what do you think? Would you use Babysitters4hire? What do you think of the site? What do you do for baby-sitting?

Win It!

Babysitters4hire would like to make 4 mommies excited here at Momma In Flip Flops2. They're giving away 2 memberships to babysitters4hire and 2 books - "100 Tips for Nannies and Families". To enter.
*Let me know why you'd like to win one of these two prizes.
Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-
*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site
*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and babysitters4hire.com
*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.
*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA & Canada only. I will randomly select the winner Friday, February, 13th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck! **NOTE** When picking a winner the first to reply will win their choice from the two items above.

Cart-Stopper Winner!

Congratulations Halifax! You were the randomly selected winner of the cart-stopper here at Momma In Flip Flops2. Please check your e-mail to claim your prize.

Thanks to all the entries!!

Pediped Winner!

Congratulations to Andrea (dearandrea at...). You were the randomly selected winner of the Pediped shoes. Please check your e-mail to claim your prize.

Thanks to all who entered. Get your Pediped shoes, these are great shoes for your kids feet and they have a great selection. The new Spring/Summer line is out this month. Thanks to for all the information on your favorite type of shoe brand.

Skin MD Natural + SPF 15 - Review & Giveaway! (CLOSED)

I really despise winter for lots of reasons but the fact that dry skin plagues me when the winter months is here is a really good reason to bring up. Seriously my legs are so dry and itchy I get sores on them and it stinks. I was excited to get the chance to try out the Skin MD Natural + SPF 15.

Skin MD is a shielding lotion and it really does work like that. It's not sticky or leaves you feel greasy, but when you feel it after a couple of minutes of wearing, it really feels like you have a protective layer over your skin. It's supposed to help keep your skin hydrated. From my experience if I'm consistent with it it helps my skin a lot, but to actually heal what already is a problem it was taking so long I gave up. The same for my daughter. I do like it for a regular lotion though to keep me protected and hydrate my skin. The Skin MD Natural + SPF 15 is great for protecting your skin from sun exposure. I'm not outside all that much in the winter, but I know how important it is to protect your skin so this would be great. You can read more about it here.

I know many people have problems with things irritating their skin - Skin MD is hypoallergenic, fragrance and colorant free, dermatology tested and more. Be sure to check it out, this might just be what you're looking for.

Win It!

Pete from Skin MD would like to give one Momma In Flip Flops2 reader a bottle of Skin MD Natural + SPF 15 to try out. To Enter!
*Visit the site and tell me something you like about Skin MD.
Get one additional entry for each of the following you do-
*Subscribe to my feed (remember to leave your e-mail) and/or place my button on your site
*Write a unique blog post linking to this post and Skin MD
*Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest.
*Send and e-mail to your friend(s) about this contest and CC me.

Please leave extra entry in a separate comment or it will not count. Giveaway open to USA only. I will randomly select the winner Wednesday, February, 11th, 2009. The winners will have 48 hours to respond or I have the right to pick a new winner. Please follow these simple rules or your comment will not count. Good luck!

ColorMe Company - Review & Discount Code

I absolutely love to find something that's unique, and still works great. After finding out about ColorMe Company I was super excited because they have items that I would love to get your family and friends that aren't just your regular old things.

ColorMe Company has tons of different products from pillowcases, shirts, cards, stockings and items for whatever you're into - horses, patriotic, angels, planes, animals, etc. They even have kits for parties. What you do is purchase whichever item you like (we got the pillowcase with airplane on it), it then comes in a nifty little bag with the item you chose, fabri-markers, postcards of the item, crayons, their story and directions. This is geared for 7 and up and I agree. My son is younger, but my husband and him had fun doing it together. It was easy to do and turned out very cute. I love all the options and to show off your child's work is great!

Your child could become a ColorMe artist - check it out here! How fun. Read about their story here. This would be a great gift for the artist in your life, or even for a slumber party or other get together with kids - what a great way to remember the fun time you had. Use coupon code colormelovesmoms and get 20% off your purchase. What's your favorite product from their site?