Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and Xander and the Wind - A Story Before Bed Free Books

Here are two more Free books from A Story Before Bed.

• Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

• Xander and the Wind

Go HERE for my previous posts about other Free books from A Story Before Bed.

These books are valued at $9.99.  All you need is a camera and microphone on your computer so you can make a recording of you reading the story for your child.  Once it is recorded, you can preview it before saving it.  After you save it, you can access it anytime.  If you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod you can access it there too after you download their free app.

Free Samples by Mail

I just signed up for the following Free Samples by Mail. 
Thanks goes to Freebies 4 Mom for posting these.

• Garnier Fructis Anti-Dandruff hair care from Walmart.
• Wisk laundry detergent from Walmart.
• Crest Pro-Health for Me toothpaste from Vocalpoint.
• Crest Pro Health Clinical Protection toothpaste from Walmart.
• Cottonelle Fresh Flushable Wipes tub Not a Free Sample for an actual Full Tub from Cottonelle for you and a Friend when you sign up to receive a coupon by mail for a free tub.
•  Jergens Overnight Repair Nightly Restoring Moisturizer and Jergens Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer plus a $1 coupon.
•  Dove Damage Therapy Daily Moisture hair care sample from Costco. This sample is available to everyone (just leave the membership number field blank)
•  Pampers Dry Max diapers (your choice size 3, 4, or 5) from Sam’s Club for everyone (you do not need to be a Sam’s Club member to receive your free sample).  Freebies 4 Mom site says it is expired but I was able to fill out the form and get a confirmation stating I should receive it in about 4-6 weeks so we shall see.
• 2011 Planning Calendar from WomensHealth.gov. Calendars begin shipping December 2010. I was able to order one English and one Spanish Calendar.
  
• Shout Color Catcher from SCJohnson.  
• Kashi TLC Snack Drive (select from TLC Cereal Bar Ripe Strawberry, TLC Chewy Granola Bar Trail Mix, TLC Crackers Original 7 Grain).  I chose the Crackers. 
• John Frieda Root Awakening Strength Restoring Shampoo, Strength Restoring Conditioner and Strength Restoring Smoothing Lotion.  Fill out the form and answer a few questions about your current hair care plan.

That is all for now.  I needed to catch up as I have not been using my computer very much since I found out I am pregnant.  I now feel I have more energy so you should see more posts from me from now on.

Thanks and Enjoy the Free Samples!!

Huggies Rewards Codes - Sept. 2010

Here are the codes for FREE points to your Huggies Enjoy The Ride Rewards Program.
Thanks goes to Freebies 4 Mom for posting the codes. 

• Sept. 1st. -  Watch the “Puppet” Video (2 pts); Take the “Baby Safety Month” Poll (1 pt); BGNDNHQCDQBMPGB (1 pt) 
• Sept. 10th -  BJNZKHMLTMXDPGB (5 pts)
• Sept. 11th - BJKFTDXKFHCDPGB (5 pts); BJKNGQJRMBQRPGB (5 pts)
• Sept. 17th - BGQGLPKMCPXPPGB (1 pt); Take the “Leaky Diaper” Poll (1 pt)
• Sept. 22nd - BJLTSTSFXCQMPGB (5 pts); 76320755 (bonus code for double pts. on purchased packages, enter after selecting store, expires 10/31); 89217100 (bonus code); 96739416 (bonus code)

 You can redeem your points for any reward of your choice.  

Pampers Rewards - Codes for Sept. 2010

Here are some Codes for Free Points to add to your Pampers Gifts to Grow Rewards Program.
Thanks goes to Freebies 4 Mom for posting these.

• Sept. 1st - SepFacebook2010 (10 points)
• Sept. 10th - GIFTS2GROWBONUS (20 points)

You can get some really nice rewards using your codes.  Every time you purchase a Pampers product, don't forget to add your code to your account.  

Enjoy!!

Baa Baa Black Sheep - A Story Before Bed Free book

Go HERE for my previous post about other Free books from A Story Before Bed.
Thanks Freebies 4 Mom for this post.

Go HERE and record a FREE book "Baa Baa Black Sheep" (valued at $9.99) at A Story Before Bed.  All you need is a camera and microphone on your computer so you can make a recording of you reading the story for your child.  Once it is recorded, you can preview it before saving it.  After you save it, you can access it anytime.  If you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod you can access it there too after you download their free app.

Sorry for the Absence

If you follow me on Facebook, you know by now that my husband and I are expecting an addition to the family.  The Baby's due date is April 12th.  Right now I am on week 9 and feeling exhausted all the time.  You will see a lack of posts until I reach my 2nd Trimester.  Hopefully by then I will have more energy and be able to write a bit more.  I joined Babycenter.com and you can find me under screen name EngTaniaL.   
Thank you all for continuing to read my blog and I look forward to exciting new Posts to come.

Thanks and have a great week!!

Kohl's Cares for Kids - Winnie the Pooh and Friends

Kohl's has lots of nice plush toys and books for their Cares for Kids program.  They are all $5 each with 100 percent of the net profit going to kids' health and education initiatives.  Last program I purchased all the Toy Story plush and books.  In the past, my mother in law has gotten for Rafi the Dr. Seuss plush and books.  They are high quality plus they seem to be allergy friendly (not sure though, but from looking and feeling the fabric of the plush they seem to be good for kids with allergies).

Barnes and Noble Clearance Sale - Nice Kid's books

The Barnes and Noble Clearance Sale includes lots of kid's books for as low as $1.78.  They have holiday books like Counting Christmas by Karen Katz or regular non holiday books like Fisher Prize My Little People School Bus.  Also, if you spend $25 you can save 5%, if you spend $50 you save 10% and if you spend $75 you save 15% off using code L8P8E4A at checkout.  Don't forget, if you spend $25 or more you also get Free Shipping but if you are a Barnes and Noble member you get Free Shipping on any order. 

Not a Diet, but a New Way of Life

Most of you know that I was diagnosed with PCOS while I was trying to conceive Rafi.  A part of PCOS is hormonal imbalance and insulin resistance.  I am currently taking medication for the insulin resistance but I have not been eating like I should.  I decided to change that and also add exercise routines to my daily To Do list.  Earlier this week I tried Yoga Meltdown by Jillian Michaels.  It was AWESOME!!!  It was difficult but awesome.  I am still sore from the 30 minute workout!  We have BrightHouse Networks and it is FREE on Exercise TV on Demand.
I have been reading Master Your Metabolism by Jillian Michaels, and starting in August I will be implementing some of her tips and her food choices to my diet.  In her book she mentions the eating changes she advices are very beneficial for people with Thyroid issues, PCOS, and many other health issues.
I will keep you updated on my progress and will share some recipes and menus as I get it all started.  This new eating habit will be very helpful for my hubby who has high triglycerides. I will soon be getting Master Your Metabolism Cookbook so I can do other recipes besides the ones in her Main Book.  If you see it somewhere at a good price let me know!!
Thanks and I will keep everyone updated.  This is necessary changes as we would like to have another baby and with PCOS it is difficult to conceive without some changes to my diet. 
Please pray for us!!

Build a Bear Workshop Sale - Thru August 5th

Go to Build a Bear Workshop near you and you can get any Animal + Any Outfit + Any Shoes for $29.99.  This is an awesome deal.  Most outfits are $15 or more and some animals are anywhere from $10 to $22.  But Hurry cause the sale ends August 5th.

Amazon : Melissa and Doug Toys Sale

I read in other blogs that a lot of the Melissa and Doug Toys are on Sale at Amazon.com.  They are also eligible for Free Shipping when you spend $25 or more.  Go check out the sale HERE.  They are high quality products!!
The sale is reported to be up to 70% off regular price.  Very Nice!! 

Happy Toy Shopping!! 

Freebies in my Mailbox - July 19th to 24th

This week I didn't get as many Freebies but I did get some good ones.

Monday : Scotch Brite Reusable Tote via rebate form; Armor All Rebate check; Que Rica Vida sampler which included Yoplait Coupon, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Sample, Nature Valley bar, and Bisquick Sample.

Tuesday : Nothing

Wednesday : Nothing

Thursday : Dove Intensive Repair Conditioner Sample; Free Bag from Parenting Magazine with renewal of subscription; Baby Talk Magazine; John Macarthru CD.

Friday : Bodycology Body Lotion from Walmart; Schick Hydro Rebate Check

Saturday : Nothing

What was in your mailbox this week? 

Pampers Gifts to Grow - New Code worth 50 Points

Here is the new code for Pampers Gifts to Grow


WELCOME2PAMPERS

 Thanks Couponing to Disney and Freebies 4 Mom

There is also a 10 Point Code - GTGTENMONTHCODE

If you have not signed up, then now is the time to do so.  New members get 50 Points plus there are always free codes online thru Facebook.  Get your Gifts to Grow account TODAY!!

Freebies in my Mailbox - July 12th to 17th

This week I had a few freebies.  Not many, but a few nice ones. 

• Monday : Propel Vitamin Water Beverage thru Facebook
• Tuesday : Pampers Kandoo Coupon $1 off; EOS Shave Cream Sample
• Wednesday : Nothing
• Thursday : Nature Made Fish Oil 2pk Sample
• Friday : Nothing
• Saturday : Pampers Coupons 

What was in your mailbox this week?  What was your favorite freebie this week?

Amazon.com Diapers

I received my Parenting Early Years Magazine and Parents Magazine earlier this week.  Each magazine had a coupon for 20% off a purchase of diapers thru Amazon.com.  I just went to order it and you can use the coupon on top of the Subscribe and Save discount.  The discount is currently 30% off for a limited time.  So, if you get the magazine in your mailbox then look for the Amazon.com coupon and be sure to use it prior to the expiration date of 8/31/2010.  I just got a box of Pampers Cruisers 124 count and paid under $20 shipped!!  I usually find these boxes not less than $35 at BJ's with a coupon.  I am hoping the coupon will be available again in the next issue.  We shall see!!

Freebies in my Mailbox - July 4th to 10th

Here are the Freebies I got THIS week in my mailbox.  I only got them on Tuesday.  The rest of the week I got NOTHING!!

• Purefitness Crystal Light sample thru Facebook
• Caress Whipped Souffle from Walmart
• Starbuck VIA sample from Costco
• Dove Hair Care shampoo and conditioner sample from Costco
• Snapfish 8x10 Collage 
• Sutterfly 5x7 photo book thru Facebook
• Shop at Home Cash Back check

Did you get anything fun in the mail last week?

Freebies in my Mailbox - June 30th to July 3rd

Sorry I am so late with all my posts.  My sister moved to Orlando from Los Angeles last week so I spent a lot of time with her and her son.  I had not met her son since he was born.  I have not seen my sister in over 2 years, so needless to say I was beyond excited!!  Welcome home, Yadi!!!!!!!!!
Here are the Freebies I got in my mailbox last week.

• Monday : Suave Coupon for Free Bottle; Pacific Rim Free Calendar Cube (very nice!)
• Tuesday : Eucerin Lotion sample from Walmart; Starbuck VIA sample from Walmart
• Wednesday : Nivea Lotion with coupon from Walmart; Chex Mix sample thru Facebook; 3pk Pampers Sample from VocalPoint with Coupons
• Thursday : Cottonelle Sample Toilet Paper and Moist Wipe from Walmart;
• Friday : Arm and Hammer Toothpaste Sample
• Saturday : Nothing

Thanks for following my posts.
Enjoy your week!!

Free - World's Best Cat Litter after Rebate

Go HERE and fill out a short survey to print out a Rebate form.  You can submit to receive a Full Rebate on one bag of 7lb or 8lb World's Best Cat Litter. 
We have 4 kitties, so this will come in handy.

Thanks Money Saving Mom for the post. 

FREE NeilMed Nasa Dock

Another Free item from NeilMed.  Fill out a survey HERE and they will mail you a FREE Nasa Dock for your Neti Pot or Sinus Rinse.  I got a FREE Neti Pot thru Facebook.  You can request either a Neti Pot or a Sinus Rinse.  Pick your favorite.  It will be mailed to your home!! 

Thanks Freebies 4 Mom!!

A Story Before Bed Free book - The Raven ($9.99 value)

Go HERE for my previous post about other Free books from A Story Before Bed.
Thanks Freebies 4 Mom for this post.

Go HERE and record a FREE book "The Raven" (valued at $9.99) at A Story Before Bed.  All you need is a camera and microphone on your computer so you can make a recording of you reading the story for your child.  Once it is recorded, you can preview it before saving it.  After you save it, you can access it anytime.  If you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod you can access it there too after you download their free app.   

Full Rebate - NasaDrops at CVS

Thanks Freebies 4 Mom for this post!

Purchase up to 6 pkgs of NeilMed NasaDrops Saline at CVS and submit a filled out and printed form with your receipt and UPC codes from the boxes to receive a Full Rebate on the purchase.  Submit by July 31st 2010. 
We use saline drops at home when we get a cold.  I have heard this brand is very good so I am going to get them this week and submit my rebate. 

Happy Shopping!!

Freebies in my Mailbox - June 21st to 26th

Here are the freebies I got in my mailbox this week.

• Monday : Kraft Mayo samples Garlic & Herb and Chipotle flavors.
• Tuesday : Nothing
• Wednesday : Full Size bottle of Sassy Deep Conditioner
• Thursday :  Kodak Gallery 20 Baby Announcements (I made Thank You Notes for my son's 2nd birthday); Green Genius Biodegradable Plastic Tall Kitchen Bag with Coupon; Proven Winners The Gardener's Idea Book
• Friday : Pantene Shampoo and Conditioner from Vocalpoint in Spanish
• Saturday :  Nothing

What did you get this week??

Parenting Tips of the Day - June 24th

Here are the Parenting Tips of the Day.

• Bendy or Flexy Straws are much easier for little ones to drink from than straight straws.  I keep a bundle of them inside a travel toothbrush holder in my purse or diaper bag.  Not all restaurants have these Flexy straws, so carrying my own makes it much easier on my son. 
• While my son is taking a bath, I usually clean up the bathroom counters or even floss my teeth!!  This way I can still keep an eye on him and get something else done too.  It is a huge help!!
• Empty baby food jars are a great way to keep your office supplies in order.  I use them to store paper clips, pushpins, rubber bands, etc.  It keeps my drawers nice and neat.  I also use them to store herbs in the kitchen.  It is a great way to recyle!!

Got a tip to share?  Write a comment on this post and share your parenting tips with us.  We can all use a little help in the Parenting department.

Thanks and Enjoy!!

Menu Plan Mondays - June 21st

I need to be better about posting my Menu Plan for the week.   We have been sick twice in a row and this is the first week we had that we were not sick and I got mostly caught up with everything at home.

Here is our Menu for this week.

• Monday : Breakfast for Dinner - Scrambled eggs with hash brown potatoes
• Tuesday : Chicken Fajitas using McCormick Recipe Cards which already have herbs for the recipe.
• Wednesday : Pasta Night
• Thursday : Taco Night - Homemade Tacos using ground beef
• Friday : Pizza Night - My day off, so get a pizza out of the freezer and put it int he oven. 

For other Great Menus, visit I'm an Organizing Junkie

Savings for the week - June 13th to 19th

This week I had some great shopping trips to Kohl's.  I got some $10 off a $20 purchase to Kohl's from the Newspaper so I went and got Father's Day present for my husband, some Birthday presents for my son and nephew, and a  Welcome present for my nephew who I will get to meet for the first time in about a week.  :o)
I also had a great trip to Target where I got some Frosted Mini Wheats Bite Size for my son (who LOVES these now!).  I also got him a Toy Story 3 toy for his birthday with a coupon.  My trips to Walgreens and CVS were also great.  Here is the breakdown.

• Kohl's : I did multiple trips to Kohl's so I could use all the coupons I had.  My total savings was $169.82 and spent $59.89.  I got a water sprinkler and a soccer ball for my son, two bathing suit tops for me, and 2 packs of socks and a polo for my husband plus the three toys I got for my nephew.  Not bad for all those things!!
• CVS : I got some boxes of chocolate that were buy one get one for 1 cent, Old Spice Body Washes, Shick Hydro blades, Gillette Fusion ProGlide, and EPT test.  I saved $120.98 and spent $29.17.  I am also sending for a free gift when I purchased the EPT test.  I should get it in the mail later.  I also earned a ton of Extra Care Bucks.
• Walgreens : I got some Nivea Body Wash for Men, Reach toothbrushes, Stickers for my son's Potty Training Chart, and a Hydro Shick Razor which I will send in for a Full Rebate.  Total savings was $39.50 and total spending was $14.70.  I also earned a ton of Register Rewards. 
• Target : I got some groceries, a Toy Story 3 toy for my son's birthday, and Listerine.  I saved $38.69 and spent $21.66.
• BJ's : I got some groceries.  I spent $37.64 and saved $8.50.

Home Garden Update

Here are photos of the Home Garden.  I moved most of the plants to bigger pots so they have more room to grow.
The Tomato Plant is doing OK, but it looks like the leaves are getting sick or a bug is eating them so my husband gave it some bug killer.  Unfortunately this means my tomatoes will no longer be organic so I need to plant a new one and look for Organic solutions so I can keep the bugs off my plant.

The Pepper Plant is doing awesome.  It still has no peppers but it does have flowers so soon we should have peppers!!  I use them to make Sofrito and for Fajitas, Pizza, etc.  Yum!!

The Basil and Cilantro plants are also growing great.  The Basil smells great and is ready to pick.  The cilantro is ready to pick too but I was reading that if I dry it then it loses the flavor so I need to pick it when I need to use it right away.

The Onion plant is the only one that is not doing so great.  I am not sure if it is growing at all.  I will have to read up on it and take a look.  I moved it to a smaller plant to see if that will help it.

 The Picture below shows (Left to Right) the Forget Me Not, Chamomile, Rosemary, and Cilantro plants.

Stay Tuned for more photos of my Home Garden.  Hopefully soon we will have Peppers and Tomatoes so I can show pictures of the actual veggies.  I am thinking about planting a Strawberry Plant too.  We shall see!! 

Parenting Tips of the Day - June 17th

These are a bit late, but here are the tips of the day.

• Keep Audiobooks or CDs of your kids' favorite stories in the car.  It is a great way to keep kids engaged on long trips if you do not have a portable DVD player.  If the book you want is not available as an Audiobook, you can just read it out loud and record it.  
• Dry erase boards are great for keeping older kids busy and entertained in the car during long trips.  They can practice writing out their letters and numbers or just draw pictures.
• Turn a mateless sock into a baby size heating pad by filling it up with rice.  You can place it in the microwave for 30 secs, then place it on their tummy to ease gas pains.  Test it carefully to make sure it is not too hot for your baby!!

 I hope these are helpful.  If you have any tips to share please write a comment and share with us your tips that work for you and your kids.
Enjoy!!
 

Freebies in my Mailbox June 14th to 19th

This week I had lots of Freebies at the beginning of the week.  Towards the end, nothing at all.  But I got some really good freebies.

• Monday: Gillette Fusion ProGlide Razor; Dunkin Donuts coupon for Free Coffee from their Birthday Club; Garden Fresh Booklet from Burpee Home Gardens; Aveeno Shampoo and Conditioner with coupon; Fisher Prize GeoTrax DVD; Poise Samples with coupon.
• Tuesday : Pregnancy Tests and Ovulation Tests from Sacred Heart Mission; Coupon for Free McCormick Recipe Inspirations Card from Facebook; 3 Free 5x7 Cards from Shutterfly.
• Wednesday : Nothing
• Thursday : Nothing
• Friday : Nature Bounty Pedometer; True Lemon, True Lime, True Orange Samples with coupon.
• Saturday : Nothing

Most of the Free Samples I request I see at Freebies 4 Mom.  Go check it out and sign up for your Free Samples.
Enjoy!!

New Pampers Gifts to Grow Code

Thanks Freebies 4 Mom for the post on the new code.
This new code is worth 25 pts.

25GTGSUMMER2010

Gifts to Grow is a program from Pampers where you can collect points from each Pampers purchase you make.  Sometimes they also give out Free codes thru Facebook and other means.  Freebies 4 Mom has a list of all the Free codes that are available now.  Go HERE to check out the list.  To sign up go HERE.  New members get a 50 Bonus Points.

E.P.T. Pregnancy Test Coupon

Thanks Money Saving Mom!!

Coupons.com has a $3 off coupon for E.P.T Pregnancy Tests.  If you have a My Points account make sure and print it thru them as you get points for printing and redeeming coupons thru MyPoints.com 

Free Sample for DAD

Thanks Freebies 4 Mom!!
Father's Day is this Sunday June 20th.  Treat Dad to a Free Schick Hydro Razor.  Go HERE and fill out the Rebate Form, print it, and submit along with requested enclosures.  Purchase must be made between June 14th and August 18th.  Request must be Postmarked by August 18th and received by September 1st.
If you buy it at CVS this week, you can get $4 Extra Care Bucks back plus don't forget to use your $4 coupon from June 13th Smart Source Insert or use a $5 coupon from May 9th Smart Source insert.  It is alson on Sale at Walgreens with Register Rewards of $4, so you could do this at either Walgreens or CVS.

Happy Shopping!!   

Free Sample for MOM

Thanks Freebies 4 Mom for this Free Sample.
Go HERE and request a Free Sample of Bodycology Hand Lotion from Walmart.  You have a choice between Cherry Blossom and Cucumber Melon Fragrances. 
The Walmart Free Sample should arrive in about 4 weeks. 

Free Recordable Book: A-Z at hte Earth Museum (valued at $9.99)

I had posted about a previous Free ebook from A Story Before Bed HERE.  Now they have a second Free ebook.
Go HERE and record a FREE book "A-Z at hte Earth Museum" (valued at $9.99) at A Story Before Bed.  All you need is a camera and microphone on your computer so you can make a recording of you reading the story for your child.  Once it is recorded, you can preview it before saving it.  After you save it, you can access it anytime.  If you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod you can access it there too after you download their free app.   
Thanks goes to Feebies 4 Mom.

Pampers Gifts to Grow Code and Free Sample

Thanks to Freebies 4 Mom for these two deals.

• Gifts to Grow is a program from Pampers where you can collect points from each Pampers purchase you make.  Sometimes they also give out Free codes thru Facebook and other means.  Freebies 4 Mom has a list of all the Free codes that are available now.  Go HERE to check out the list.  To sign up go HERE.  New members get a 50 Bonus Points.  The code for the 15 points is 15GTGSUMMERFUN

• Free Sample : Go HERE to request a Free Sample of  Pampers Extra Protection Diapers in size 4 or 5. 

Another Leapster Explorer Giveaway

I was doing some research on this new Gaming System from Leapfrog and found yet another giveaway!!  This one ends June 21st so go HERE to enter soon. 

Good Luck!! 

New Leapster Explorer from Leapfrog

Our Ordinary Life wrote a Post about this new Leapfrog gaming system.  She was given the opportunity to try the product out and wrote a review about it.  Go HERE to check it out!!  She is also giving away one Leapster Explorer with a Toy Story 3 game.

Freebies in my Mailbox - June 7th to 12th

Here are the Free Samples and coupons we got in the mail this week.

• Monday : Neti Pot with Two Packets thru Facebook; John Frieda Frizz Ease Samples; Coupon for FREE Tropicana Juice
• Tuesday : Special K Meal Bar sample with coupon
• Wednesday : Publix Baby Club Coupons and BJ's Coupons
• Thursday :  Nothing
• Friday : Nothing
• Saturday : Pantene Shampoo and Conditioner from Vocalpoint with coupons

Stay tuned for all the freebies we get next week.
Thanks!!
Have an awesome weekend!!

Parenting.com 101 Days of Giveaways in June

Parenting Magazine is having a HUGE giveaway this whole month.  Go to their website daily and sign up for the giveaway of the day. HERE is the list of prizes.

 

Buy Pampers at Walmart.com get a Free gift for Mom

I got an email from Pampers saying that if you order Pampers thru Walmart.com you get a FREE gift for Mom.  It is a bag filled with products.  The products inside the bag are

• a Sample of Crest Whitestrips 3D White
• a 0.5oz Secret Clinical Deodorant
• 20 ct. Always Pantiliners
• and a 2oz Olay Total Effects Body Wash

The approximate value is $22.  Sounds nice, right?!?
So if you need to stock up on Pampers, then go to Walmart.com and get a gift for yourself!!

Parents Tips of the Day - June 10th

Here are the tips for this week:

• Control Odor : Use a dryer sheet inside your diaper pail to control odor.
• Encourage Kids to drink more H2O : Make it fun by using a plastic wine glass, a fun straw, and decorate the rim with a slice of fruit or even a drink umbrella.
• Potty Training Tip : Before you start potty training, make a chart and record what you find in your baby's diaper every hour.  Do it every day for about two weeks.  This will help determine your baby's "going" pattern and will help make potty training a bit easier.

Remember, most of the tips I get from Parents magazine.  They have a section called It Worked for Me and in it they list a few tips in every issue.  I also post some other tips I find helpful from other mom's or other articles I read.
As always, feel free to share any tips of your own by leaving a comment.  Us mom's can help each other out.  Every tip is helpful!!

Enjoy!!

Buy 1 Get 1 Tall Caffe Latte - Barnes and Noble

Barnes and Noble has a coupon for Membership Card Holders for a Complimentary Tall Caffe Latte with Purchase of Another (max. value $3.20).  The coupon expires July 25th 2010.  The coupon can be printed multiple times.  Go HERE and print your coupon TODAY!! 

Thank you Southern Savers for this post!

Have a good evening!! 

A Story Before Bed Free eBook

Go HERE and record a FREE book "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" (valued at $9.99) at A Story Before Bed.  All you need is a camera and microphone on your computer so you can make a recording of you reading the story for your child.  Once it is recorded, you can preview it before saving it.  After you save it, you can access it anytime.  If you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod you can access it there too after you download their free app.   
Thanks goes to Feebies 4 Mom.

Parents Tip from Parents Magazine

I was reading my email and saw this post.  5 Steps to Starting Solids

My baby is a toddler now so he eats the same stuff, more or less, that my husband and I eat.  I wanted to pass this along because I know a lot of new moms who have little ones soon to be starting solids.

I love Parents magazine.  They always have so many helpful tips and advice. 

Enjoy!!

Freebies in my Mailbox - May 31st to June 5th

This week we only had 5 days of mail due to the Celebration of Memorial Day.  Here are the free samples and coupons I received in the mail this week.

• Monday : MEMORIAL DAY
• Tuesday :  Coupons
• Wednesday : Coupons
• Thursday : Dove Hair Shampoo and Conditioner - from Walmart
• Friday : Nature Made Vitamin D and coupon - from Nature Made 
• Saturday : Old Spice Body Wash - from Walmart; Kodak Gallery Photo Magnet; Sun Maid Raisins Recipe books.

Stay tuned to see what else I got next week.

Bigges Loser winner -Mike Ventrella

I just had to share.  I believe what this man did was amazing!!

He started at 526 lbs.

He lost 264 lbs!!! 

My favorite was Sam from the Gray team, but I did love Mike and was happy to see him get healthy and in the end win it all.

My understanding is that they are now filming Season 10 which will air this September.  So if you LOVE the Biggest Loser like we do, stay tuned!  Jillian and Bob are amazing at what they do.  

Congrats Mike!!!!!!

Parent Tips of the Day - June 3rd

Here are three tips for this week.

• Eliminate Twin Fighting : On a calendar, designate dates for each twin.  On their day, they get to make decisions like which movie to watch or game to play or book to read, etc.  This will help ease the fighting among siblings.  I am sure it will also work for non twin siblings.
• Photo Grocery List : I thought this one is fun when I read it the first time.  Use photo clip art to make your child their own grocery shopping list.  It will teach them plus it will make them feel like they are helping out. 
• Recycle Restaurant Kid's Drink Cups : Use them to hold snacks in the car.  The cups fit nicely in car cup holders.

Stay tunes for more exciting tips and feel free to share other tips in the comments section.
Thanks!!