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Father’s Day Week: Chick-Fil-A #Review & #Giveaway

June 11, 2011

Chick-Fil-A is one of my favorite places to eat!  Not only does it have great food, but it also keeps the kids entertained if it’s too hot outside, raining, or even too cold.  Chick-Fil-A has introduced a new app for the iPad.  The popular Chick-fil-A® “Amazing Cow Heroes” comic books, which debuted in Kid’s Meals [...]

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Father’s Day Week: Things Remembered Including iPad Cover #Review & #Giveaway

June 10, 2011

If you want a Father’s Day gift with a sentimental approach, check out what Things Remembered has to offer.  From a Personalized iPad Case to a Dad Shadowbox Frame or a Sports Clock, Things Remembered has so many items to offer. Check out this neat USB Pen.  I thought this would be perfect for my [...]

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Father’s Day Week: $50 RedEnvelope #Review & #Giveaway

June 10, 2011

I’ve said it many times, I am not a huge dessert person.  My husband is the dessert nut in our house, but I have been at a loss about Gift ideas for Father’s Day.  RedEnvelope provided us with a Full Dozen Giant Dipped Strawberries to try.  What a unique idea as a gift.  What’s better [...]

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Free Printable Father’s Day Cards + Enter to Win a Backpack from Company Kids!

June 10, 2011

Company Kids has just released some fun and FREE downloadable Father’s Day Cards for kids on their website. There are two styles to choose from, and all kids need to do is download, print, and color to create fun cards for Dad! Company Kids has some really great products.  If you “like” Company Kids on Facebook, you [...]

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Father’s Day Week: Schwan’s #Review & #Giveaway

June 9, 2011

We’ve all seen it in our neighborhood and have said, “Hey, it’s the Schwan Man!”  Yes, it’s that nice yellow truck that drives around dropping off wonderful food packages to individuals.  I’ve never had the luxury of this great truck stopping off at my house, but maybe one day!  I have had the luxury of [...]

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Giveaways in Blog Land

June 8, 2011

First, check out our current giveaways HERE. You can always find our most current giveaways by clicking on the giveaway tab at the top of our blog. Then list your own in the Mr. Linky below. This is a weekly feature here at Mommies with Cents, so mark your calendars and join us week after [...]

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Father’s Day Week: Every Man Jack’s Double Play Grooming Kit #Review & #Giveaway

June 8, 2011

Since my husband is in the military, he is required to shave every day.  In Afghanistan, it didn’t matter if he was just going to the bathroom that day, he was required to be clean shaven no matter what.  This can take a huge toll on their faces, but I can’t say that I’m complaining [...]

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Father’s Day Week: BIGshooz #Review & #Giveaway

June 7, 2011

Pens are always a great option to get the dad in your life for Father’s Day.  Check out these pens from BIGshooz.  It’s not your ordinary desk pen.  This pen is for the college football fan in your life.  The pen sits in an oversized base, shaped like shoes. Being new to the market, BIGshooz [...]

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Father’s Day Week: iP39 Kitchen Timer & Alarm Clock Radio from iHome #Review & #Giveaway

June 7, 2011

The kitchen is the center of many households.  I know that we all congregate in the kitchen to talk- whether we are cooking food or not.  So, how is it that we’ve never had a radio in the kitchen?  I spend so much time cooking and making food in there, that I should have something [...]

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Father’s Day Week: Dove Men’s Care #Review & #Giveaway

June 6, 2011

I know I love for my husband to smell good (who doesn’t want their man to smell great?) and the best is the clean scent after a shower.  Dove Men + Care creates some of the best products to help your man smell his best.  The Dove Men + Care line consists of deodorant/antiperspirant, body [...]

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Father’s Day Giveaway Week: Digital Innovations SkipDr Disc Repair #Review & #Giveaway

June 5, 2011

We are beginning our week of Father’s Day product reviews and giveaways.  What is something so many dads love and have?  If yours is anything like my dad and husband, they love electronics.  Having 3 little kids doesn’t always allow for us to have the nicest things.  If we do have nice things, not all [...]

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Baby Magic #Review & #Giveaway

June 4, 2011

New moms will need special items to care for their new baby when it arrives.  Treat them to Baby Magic.  Baby Magic’s products are paraben free and made in the USA with baby’s health and safety in mind.   Baby Magic gift baskets give moms the opportunity to try a variety of products including original [...]

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Congrats to This Week’s Winners

June 3, 2011

megan.holmen@ and mrs.schmid@ for winning a copy of Mitchell’s License LWons@ for winning Beanfields Chips reejen@comcast.net for winning a Jockey Staycool Tee & Bikini METH1ER@ for winning ID tags from Aurora vlbelk@ for winning a $200 AmEx gift card from Country Crock abfantom@ and iridia718@ for winning veggie kits from Country Crock offersnstuff@ for winning Achooz shellquest99@ [...]

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Giveaways in Blog Land

June 1, 2011

First, check out our current giveaways HERE. You can always find our most current giveaways by clicking on the giveaway tab at the top of our blog. Then list your own in the Mr. Linky below. This is a weekly feature here at Mommies with Cents, so mark your calendars and join us week after [...]

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Dole Fruit Crisps #Review & #Giveaway- 2 Winners

June 1, 2011

I am a fruit lover- as are my children thankfully. I think even fruit can get boring at times, so when we were introduced to Dole Fruit Crisps, they fell in love. Dole Fruit Crisps come in two separate bowls- one has the fruit and the other has the topping. Mix them together and voila! [...]

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Chewy Fish Switch-a-Roo Toys from Evenflo Giveaway – 2 Winners

May 30, 2011

Toys on the go are essential for little ones! Evenflo® Take With Me Toys™ feature lights, sounds and various other activities that can be easily taken out as a toy on the go. Even better, you can replace them with new ones and keep your ExerSaucer fresh and new, providing additional opportunities for your baby [...]

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Aurora Are We There Yet? Line #Review & #Giveaway

May 27, 2011

We have reviewed Aurora products in the past and have always enjoyed their products.  Aurora has now created an “Are We There Yet?” line that features plush toys, backpacks, neck rests and “My Name Is” ID tags.  The line is based on Aurora’s monkey character, Cheeky Charlie, and his jungle buddies. The neck pillows are [...]

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Giveaways in Blog Land

May 25, 2011

First, check out our current giveaways HERE. You can always find our most current giveaways by clicking on the giveaway tab at the top of our blog. Then list your own in the Mr. Linky below. This is a weekly feature here at Mommies with Cents, so mark your calendars and join us week after [...]

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Spread the Love of Vegetables with Country Crock and $200 AmEx #Giveaway – 3 Winners

May 25, 2011

My daughter is the only child that has a hard time eating her vegetables.  If it’s not loaded in cheese, she won’t touch it.  According to USA Today, “Only 14% of parents say their kids eat at least five vegetables a day.”  Country Crock is reaching out and letting others know that there’s a way [...]

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Huggies Jeans Diapers and $50 WalMart Gift Card #Giveaway

May 25, 2011

Is your baby a fashion diva? Dress them up in limited edition Huggies® Jeans Diapers this summer. For every package of Huggies® Jeans Diapers purchased, Walmart will donate one diaper to Huggies® Every Little Bottom!  I haven’t ever tried this, but this is a great reason to start! Also, upload your baby’s photo and put [...]

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Achooz Wet Nose Wipes #Review & #Giveaway

May 24, 2011

I have always loved using Boogie Wipes for my children.  I love that they aren’t so rough on their little noses.  Since they are moist and made with a pleasant smell, their noses never turn red and the kids don’t mind me wiping their noses too bad. The makers of Boogie Wipes have now created [...]

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Make it a Girl’s Night with Applebee’s #Giveaway

May 23, 2011

I love getting together for a girl’s night!  I think it helps me keep my sanity.  A group of my friends and I schedule our get-togethers through Facebook.  What an easy way to communicate!  Applebee’s is offering an easy way to schedule your next girl’s night out. Visit Applebee’s Facebook Fan Page to schedule your [...]

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Don’t Forget The Coca-Cola #Giveaway

May 21, 2011

Coca-Cola is a household name and a staple at many parties and festivities.  Coca-Cola has launched Cooking with Coke – a site dedicated to Coke-loving moms and families. The new site provides a place to share recipes, family stories and mealtime traditions.  Do you remember when Coca-Cola came in glass bottles instead of plastic?  I sure [...]

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Congrats to This Week’s Winners

May 20, 2011

helenkeeler@ for winning a copy of Monday is One Day echan6ny@ for winning Born Free Twist n Go cup maddiemb@ for winning a swimsuit from Voda Swim aslusher@ for winning a copy of Rocket Town by Bob Logan for winning Dinosaur Train Cakes/Cupcakes Kit karenmed409@ and toughturtles@ for winning Febreze nnlo89@ for winning clothing from Susie Rose and Te Amo

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Reduce Allergens in the Home with Lysol #Giveaway

May 19, 2011

I have allergies as does my husband.  In fact, my allergies are in full force right now.  Lysol offers great tips for reducing allergens in the home.  Join head Lysol® Microbiologist Joe Rubino and nationally-renowned Pediatrician Dr. Laura Jana on an interactive tour of a real home as they show you some of the most important [...]

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Eucerin Everyday Protection SPF Lotion #Review & #Giveaway

May 18, 2011

I absolutely can not live without lotion.  If I get out of the shower each day and don’t put lotion on, I feel like something is missing.  Eucerin now has lotion to provide protection against the sun to help prevent damage and aging.  Eucerin Everyday Protection Body Lotion comes in SPF 15 and there is [...]

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Sportcraft Games #Review & #Giveaway

May 16, 2011

Sportcraft, Ltd., manufactures indoor and outdoor sports and games.  Now, there are some awesome new and affordable products just in time for entertaining this summer.  Many of the games are portable and would be great for family picnics, tailgating and visiting others, for example.  Maybe your style is Table Tennis, Horeshoes or Soft Tip Sky [...]

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Lifeway Frozen Kefir #Review & #Giveaway

May 15, 2011

I can honestly say I have never heard of kefir.  Kefir has a similar taste and texture to a drinkable yogurt and is from fermented milk with kefir cultures.  It is a product that has true health benefits.  Now, the first frozen kefir product has hit the grocery stores- Lifeway Frozen Kefir. My children are [...]

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Speck PixelSleeve for MacBook #Review & #Giveaway

May 14, 2011

I have had a MacBook Pro for awhile and have never bought a case or cover for some reason.  It got to the point where I was putting my MacBook into a backpack when I traveled.  That wasn’t the best idea because the body is scratched some and it just gets jostled around.  Being a [...]

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BabyBeddingZone.com #Giveaway Worth $650-$750!

May 14, 2011

Looking at baby clothing and baby bedding makes me want another child.  It’s definitely time to concentrate on my children I have though as they take enough of my energy!  We are getting ready to put our sons in the same room since the baby sleeps through the night.  I want to buy them matching [...]

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Congrats to This Week’s Winners

May 13, 2011

lovetolire@ for winning a Bestever baby mat megan.holmen@ for winning a Sesame Street DVD mahinkle23@ for winning a Snugli infant carrier sjdioguardi@, kccuties@, adowdle@, theyyyguy@ and cmanventuresinc@ for winning a magazine and $5 credit to Zinio nola@, mmrju@, for875@, ninat@, thattagurl@ for winning Burger King Gift Cards crystletellerday@ and sitrene@ for winning CamelBak Groove 0.6 Liter Bottle SnowflakeDayPlay@ [...]

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Dinosaur Train Hatchers #Review & Cake/Cupcake Decorating Packs #Giveaway

May 13, 2011

Everytime I hear the words “Dinosaur Train” I start singing. Catchy little tune they have. If you’ve seen the famous Dinosaur Train on PBS, then you know exactly what I’m talking about.  Does your child have an upcoming birthday party or are you already hiding stuff for stocking stuffers?  I know I am!  It’s never [...]

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Giveaways in Blog Land

May 11, 2011

First, check out our current giveaways HERE. You can always find our most current giveaways by clicking on the giveaway tab at the top of our blog. Then list your own in the Mr. Linky below. This is a weekly feature here at Mommies with Cents, so mark your calendars and join us week after [...]

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Febreze New Zealand Springs #Review & #Giveaway – 2 Winners

May 11, 2011

It is spring time which means that I love to open the windows and make the house smell great.  Febreze creates products to do just that for me.  A new scent was created for the Febreze Destinations Collection- New Zealand Springs. New Zealand Springs, inspired by the country’s south island, is a great tool to [...]

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Monday Is One Day Book Giveaway

May 8, 2011

About the book Monday is One Day by Arthur A. Levine: One by one, the days of the week roll by. Monday is one day, Tuesday is blue shoes day, and Wednesday is halfway day. With monster roars and splashy puddles, with crazy ties and hugs, kids and parents count the perfect small moments of [...]

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Susie Rose and Te Amo Clothing #Review & #Giveaway

May 7, 2011

I hardly ever shop for myself.  When I do, I am so cheap that it’s hard for me to find any clothes worth my while.  I was introduced to Susie Rose and Te Amo clothing lines and I am so excited to tell you about them!  Susie Rose and Te Amo are two brands of [...]

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Burger King Tender Moment #Review & #Giveaway – 5 Winners!

May 6, 2011

I think my kids would live off of chicken nuggets and cheeseburgers if I let them.  I guess I can’t really blame them, especially when they are as yummy as the new chicken tenders from Burger King.  I have 3 little mouths to feed.  Two of them are big boys and also my daughter, who [...]

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Groove Water Filtration Bottle #Review & #Giveaway

May 5, 2011

We, admittedly, drink too much water from disposable bottles.  By using a reusable filtered bottle such as Groove, millions of bottles won’t have to be thrown away, not to mention saving $6000 in five years on your grocery budget!  Groove is a portable filtration device that promotes a healthy and hydrated lifestyle.  Groove provides great [...]

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Giveaways in Blog Land

May 4, 2011

First, check out our current giveaways HERE. You can always find our most current giveaways by clicking on the giveaway tab at the top of our blog. Then list your own in the Mr. Linky below. This is a weekly feature here at Mommies with Cents, so mark your calendars and join us week after [...]

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Palmolive #Review & #Giveaway – 2 Winners

May 3, 2011

Dish soap is dish soap, right? That’s not the case. I was brand loyal to a certain brand (that shall remain nameless) and happened to try Palmolive one day because I scored it as a really great deal through a drugstore deal. I was taught a lesson. No longer was I a dish soap snob. [...]

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Treat Mom to Beauty with First Aid Beauty and Freeman Products #Review & #Giveaway- 5 Winners- 2 Days Only!

May 2, 2011

Don’t settle for only the traditional gifts this Mother’s Day. Give mom a day of beauty with First Aid Beauty and Freeman Products. First Aid Beauty 5-in-1 Restore Cream.  Available at Sephora and firstaidbeauty.com, it is a rich, multi-action moisturizer created to combat the signs of aging while moisturizing, brightening, reducing the appearance of wrinkles, [...]

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Swiffer and Mr. Clean #Review & #Giveaway

May 2, 2011

It’s spring cleaning time!  My husband and I are going room to room cleaning as much as we can.  By the time we are done, it’ll be time to start all over again.  We are getting a lot done with the help of Swiffer and Mr. Clean products.  Did you know?…. · Swiffer 360° Dusters have [...]

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Peanut Butter & Co. #Review & #Giveaway

May 1, 2011

Peanut butter is a staple in our house- especially with making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.  Yum!  Peanut butter is peanut butter, right?  Wrong!  Peanut Butter & Co. has created some wonderful and very different types of peanut butter.  You’ll be amazed to hear the flavors: Smooth Operator – a smooth, natural peanut butter Mighty [...]

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$30 Credit to AlwaysFits.com on Eversave #Giveaway – 3 Winners

May 1, 2011

From now until Tuesday, May 3, at Eversave spend $5 for $10 worth of credit or $15 for $30 worth of credit at AlwaysFits.com.  The site features great gifts, not just for moms, but for any of the important women in our lives – grandmothers,  aunts, sisters, or friends. New to Eversave?  The Eversave team [...]

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Country Dance Wii Game #Review & #Giveaway

April 30, 2011

I lived in Kentucky for many years and live on the border of it now. We like our country music here! Sugarland, Zac Brown Band, Tim McGraw and Brad Paisley are some of my favorites.  Now, I can rock out to all of my favorites with Country Dance for Wii.  Let’s just say, my dance [...]

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Monster High Walkie Talkies #Review & #Giveaway

April 28, 2011

We’ve all heard or seen bedazzled phones, but why not get your kids some bedazzled walkie talkies? Sakar and Mattel have teamed up to offer fashion forward Monster High Walkie Talkies. They allow young girls to easily communicate with each other while being fashionable with the fun hidden mirror and light up antenna. When I [...]

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Giveaways in Blog Land

April 27, 2011

First, check out our current giveaways HERE. You can always find our most current giveaways by clicking on the giveaway tab at the top of our blog. Then list your own in the Mr. Linky below. This is a weekly feature here at Mommies with Cents, so mark your calendars and join us week after [...]

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TEAS’ TEA Green Tea Review & Giveaway

April 26, 2011

Celebrating Mother’s Day doesn’t have to include the typical flowers and candy.  Why not create a picnic for your mom and serve refreshingly chilled, authentically brewed, all natural TEAS’ TEA Rose Green tea (pure green teawith rose petals), or a delicious Jasmine Green tea infusion. ITO EN TEAS’ TEA is unsweetened, contains no calories or carbs and is loaded with natural antioxidants. At [...]

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Win a Trip to Italy Through Olive Garden #Giveaway

April 26, 2011

Olive Garden is one of my favorite places to eat.  What is better than their soup, salad and breadsticks?  Now through May 9th, 2011, Olive Garden is offering Italian food lovers the experience of a lifetime: an eight-day immersion into Italian cuisine and culture and an insider’s look at the OliveGarden’s Culinary Institute of Tuscany. The sweepstakes will reward [...]

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Pamper Mom this Mother’s Day with Lexli Starter Kit #Review & #Giveaway

April 23, 2011

Treat your mom to some beauty this Mother’s Day.  Lexli is a skincare line created with an aloe vera base and is 100% pharmaceutical grade. Lexli is the development of Dr. Ahmed Abdullah, a board-certified plastic surgeon and nationally recognized aloe researcher. The Lexli 30-Day Starter Kit includes: Lexli’s 30-Day Starter Kit is an easy, [...]

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Blessing Banks #Review & #Giveaway

April 22, 2011

When my children get money for their birthdays, Christmas, etc… I have savings accounts that I put them in.  I had an idea to start putting money into banks because they could use their money (a dollar here or dollar there) to teach them the importance of money.  Blessing Banks is a great way to [...]

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Frank’s Red Hot Sauce #Review & #Giveaway

April 21, 2011

I can’t say that hot sauce is my favorite, but I know my husband could not live without it on his tacos!  I think it is great to cook with though.  Frank’s has developed Frank’s Red Hot Thick Sauce for your taste buds.  Here’s a great recipe that incorporates Frank’s Red Hot Sauce: FRANK’S® REDHOT® [...]

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Treat Your Mom to Some Photos from Shutterfly #Giveaway

April 21, 2011

Treat Mom to a Shutterfly experience this Mother’s Day.  It is one of my favorite photo sites. Shutterfly has almost anything you could want/need for your photo needs and would be an excellent idea for a gift. Whether you need Mother’s Day Cards, Personalized gifts for Mom or a Mother’s Day photobook, Shutterfly has everything you need! Never [...]

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Venettini Kids Shoes #Review & #Giveaway

April 21, 2011

Let your children look chic with shoes from Venettini.  Venettini has some of the cutest style of shoes.  Let your little fashionista shine like celebrity babies from Suri Cruise to Honor Warren.  Venettini is a luxury children’s footwear line with emphasis on fashion and style.  Prices range from $30 to $75 roughly. Venettini Kids shoes [...]

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Giveaways in Blog Land

April 20, 2011

First, check out our current giveaways HERE. You can always find our most current giveaways by clicking on the giveaway tab at the top of our blog. Then list your own in the Mr. Linky below. This is a weekly feature here at Mommies with Cents, so mark your calendars and join us week after [...]

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Teacup Piglets #Review & #Giveaway

April 20, 2011

I despise filling my kids Easter baskets only with candy (a little bit is ok).  Teacup Piglets, by Toy Teck, is the perfect size to let my children’s have an interactive toy instead of munching on too much sugar.  They are 3 inch interactive baby piglets. Each piglet comes with its own teacup, accessories, and birth [...]

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Fantastic Pets Game #Review & #Giveaway

April 20, 2011

My daughter is just now at the age where she is really starting to like video games.  Fantastic Pets for the XBox 360 is a great game that allows her to use her imagination and get her fill of animals.  She is a nut about animals!  She felt like she had many real-life animal friends [...]

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150 Secrets to a Happy Wife Book #Review & #Giveaway

April 19, 2011

I know when I was growing up I would feel sorry for my dad at times.  He was the only man with a wife and two daughters.  Not to mention, we always had female animals (we always thought they had better tempers).  So, my dad was outnumbered many times!  Joe Gumm, former ESPN radio sportscaster [...]

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Save 2nd Base #Review & #Giveaway

April 18, 2011

Breast cancer is something that runs in both sides of my family.  It ultimately took my grandmother’s life.  When we can, we support every effort to eliminate Breast Cancer.  We were walking for Susan G. Komen one year and all got a kick because my father had never heard of, “Save the Ta Tas.”  The [...]

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Spoil Mom with Gifts from ProFlowers #Review & #Giveaway

April 18, 2011

It is almost that time again- time to spoil mom!  We are hosting a week of giveaways this week dedicated to the mom in your life (or if you are a mom)!  What is something almost every woman loves?  Flowers, of course!  ProFlowers offers some of the prettiest Mother’s Day Flowers I have seen in [...]

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