Mommy Mandy’s Mattress Giveaway
January 19, 2010
Ok…so I don’t normally blog specifically about contests. And I’ve thought about how to do more of that…promote YOU and your writing and your contests…because you are all so talented and have so much to offer other bloggers. I had started a column (Saturday Stroll) that I definitely need to continue in the new year. But I digressed. Amanda (from Mommy Mandy) recently worked with Sealy on a mattress review and is offering one of you (or I) the opportunity to win the exact same mattress. It’s the new Sealy Posturepedic innerspring 11 Series which looks SO comfy! So what are you waiting for? Head on over to her site for your chance to win!
Winners…Where Are You?
December 28, 2009
In the last 2 weeks I’ve chosen a ton of winners, but I’ve only heard back from maybe half of you. I usually give you 48 hours to respond, however, the combination of having a baby and the holidays have given you at least a week to respond. I really don’t like choosing another winner but today I’m going to be going through and re-selecting winners for giveaways I haven’t had responses to. Please remember that in addition to emailing you directly with the name of the prize you won, you can always check the specific giveaway post you entered to find out who the winner is. If you have any questions about giveaways, please don’t hesitate to send me an email.
The Mother of All Baby Showers!
November 9, 2009
As I’ve hinted in the last week or so, four amazing gals are throwing me a baby shower. And of course, being the digital moms that we are, it’s going to be an ONLINE shower! How cool is that? I feel so honored that this little baby girl is going to be so blessed. Now, it wouldn’t be a baby shower without games (and prizes) right? So, starting December 1st, you will have an opportunity to win some of the gifts we received for our little girl. Take a look at this fabulous list of sponsors…then leave a comment and mark your calendars!
Announcing the Winner of the HP Printer Giveaway…
September 9, 2009
Thank you to all who joined us last night for our Twitter party! And a HUGE congrats goes out to Stephanie V. who has just won herself a brand-new HP printer!!!! If you’d like to learn more about HP’s entire line of TouchSmart printers, just visit their site!
It’s a Girl….For Kailani!
August 25, 2009
Kailani and I have been working together along with several other bloggers as editors for the Family Review Network. Although we’ve never met in person, I feel like we’ve gotten to know each other and have become friends while working together. It’s been so much fun. She is kind and funny and genuine. Her blogs are incredible. I have no idea how she manages to contribute to all 3 plus raise a family and work. She’s truly a rockin’ mama! She has two gorgeous girls and a third on the way.
A few of us from the Family Review Network have joined together to throw her a Cyber Baby Shower (I feel so techie saying that!). Please join us over at An Island Life for An Island Baby Shower during the week of September 28 through October 4. No shower is complete without gifts and games! So come join us all week at the following blogs for some fun baby shower games (with amazing prizes you won’t want to miss):
- Andrea @ Chocolate Fingerprints
- Caryn @ Rockin’ Mama
- Cathi @ The Way I See It Too
- Kailani @ An Island Life
- Kristen @ Our Ordinary Life
- Linda @ My Trendy Tykes
Our current list of sponsors (which is ever-growing) includes the following:
If you’d like to participate, just blog about the baby shower and/or place this cute little button on your site. Then leave your link on An Island Life and you’ll be eligible to win some cool prizes! In addition, there will be even more prizes available when you play the various baby shower games on the other blogs. Hope to see you there!
Giveaways: Trying Something New (Updated!)
July 8, 2009
I am really enjoying the comments I’ve already received. Thank you so much for your input! One of the questions posed was whether or not extra entries would be given for things that have already been done on current giveaways. The answer is yes. Nothing has been changed as of yet. There are only two giveaways (specifically for the $50 Visa cards) that are not allowing extra entries (unless you use Twitter) and those have been stated since the posts went live. I’m just trying to make giveaways fun and fair for everyone! I’ll be using your feedback to revise how giveaways are conducted so stay tuned!
You may have noticed that a couple of my giveaways are only accepting extra entries for “tweeting.” I’ve read several bloggers share their opinions on the matter so I thought I’d try it out to see how you, my readers, like it.
Here are my thoughts….
When I enter a giveaway, it’s usually for something I’d really like to win…something useful…something I may not necessarily have the means to purchase myself. I like multiple entries. I like increasing my odds of winning. That’s why I enter in the first place (when I do).
The discussion around the blogosphere surrounds the motivation behind a blogger’s multiple entry method for giveaways. Obviously, each blogger has his/her own reasons as to why he/she offers multiple entries and I cannot judge anyone but myself. Here is what I hope… I hope that if you subscribe to my blog or tell others about it, it’s because you really enjoy it. Maybe it’s the pictures…or my writing style…or my charm and wit (hehe). Maybe you like reading about going green or you’re looking for honest opinions on the latest baby and child products. Maybe you just really like giveaways and you don’t want to miss a single one. Whatever your reason for subscribing/telling others…thank you! And know that I value your readership and love connecting with you. But also know that you can stop by, enter, and leave…no strings attached…no hard feelings.
So that leaves the question…what do you, as readers, like when it comes to giveaways. Extra entries? No extra entries? Somewhere in the middle? I will take your feedback to heart and revise the way I conduct giveaways if I feel like a majority of you are asking for that!
A Favor…
May 19, 2009
I want to start by saying how much I value and appreciate each and every one of you who stop by and encourage me, share your insights, and otherwise engage with me! I started blogging for community and at the end of the day, that’s really why I’m here. I know I do a TON of product reviews and a TON of giveaways but I hope that you can see my heart through all of it. I try to put a little piece of my family and myself into every post.
With that I just have one teeny, tiny favor to ask…if you win a giveaway on my blog, would you mind letting me know that you received your prize? I know how much time and energy many of you spend entering and I am just as excited when I choose winners. I want to follow that through and make sure that you not only win, but that you actually receive your prize! All of the sponsors I work with are timely and efficient but sometimes, there is a delay. It would help all of us out greatly if you have any feedback you’d like to share, including the rare occasion where you may not receive your prize in a timely manner. Thank you! You rock!
By the way, I am writing this post because in the very near future there will be a ton of giveaways! : ) Enjoy!
Bear With Me…
April 22, 2009
Photo courtesy of Curious Creature
With Earth Week and Mother’s Day so close together, I have several time-sensitive reviews and giveaways to post for you! I promise I’ll be drawing winners over the weekend! As always, be sure to check the actual post where the winner will be updated in red. I truly value the community of readers here on Rockin’ Mama! Happy Earth Day!
2009 Mother’s Day Gift Guide
April 13, 2009
Please remember to check back often as sponsors and giveaways are still being added to our Mother’s Day Gift Guide!
Welcome to the first annual 2009 Mother’s Day Gift Guide, brought to you by the fabulous Amanda from Mommy Mandy, Kristin from An Ordinary Life and Moi! We have spent countless hours in search of the most sought after gifts for Moms! Maybe you’re like me, a mom in search of something special to “suggest” to your spouse/significant other. Or maybe you’re looking for that perfect gift for your own mother, grandmother, or mother-in-law. What about your BFF who’s ready to join the mothers of the world this May (Amy…the countdown is on!)? I hope you’ll sit down, take a minute to think about that special mother in your life, and look through our amazing selection of gift ideas.
The guide is broken down into sections based on the personality of that special mom you’re shopping for.
The Sophisticated mom enjoys the finer things in life. Here is where you’ll find a gorgeous array of handbags, jewelry, and home decor.
The Connected mom is always on the up and up with the latest. Here is where you’ll find our favorite tech gadgets.
The Eco mom does her part to provide a safe and healthy environment for her family. But that doesn’t mean she has to be crunchy while doing it! Eco Chic is where you’ll find a selection of all-natural, organic, hand-made, sustainable products.
The Nostalgic mom finds joy in preserving memories through photographs and albums. Here is where you’ll find items that can be customized with pictures or items that will help you preserve those precious memories.
The Indulgent mom loves to be pampered. Here is where you’ll find romantic, luxurious items like flowers and chocolate.
And lastly, the Expectant mom, who has already endured her first badge of honor…pregnancy. Here is where you’ll find THE must-have gifts for that special mom-to-be.
Click on the Categories below to find that perfect gift this Mother’s Day! Reviews will post throughout the next several weeks so please be sure to stop by and read what we had to say about each product.
Our FABULOUS sponsors have partnered with us to offer you a chance to win gifts from our Mother’s Day Guide. And…you’ll have THREE chances to win (here, Mommy Mandy, and An Ordinary Life). Take a look at the AMAZING list of items you will have a chance at winning this Mother’s Day:
- Elliott Lucca Pascale Foldover Clutch: Entries must be made on the post only on Rockin’ Mama (Monique)
- An Eliiott Lucca Opal Solid Clutch only on An Ordinary Life
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$30 dollar Gift Certificate to Alli’s Originals (Quanda)
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An item from Belisi (Shawn)
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A Pair of Mommy Pajamas from Karen Neuberger (CC)
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An item from The Emancipation Network (Jinxy)
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A $25 e-gift certificate to Coco-Zen (Christie C)
- A tote from Lands End (Louise)
- A PUR Water Filtration with Flavor Option (Molly K)
- A Mom & Baby Travel Pack from Spunky Sprout (Jennifer gersch)
- A bottle of Bio Oil (April Jacques)
- 1 month membership ($29.99 value) to Care4hire (Katherine)
- A Hana Professional iron from Misikko.com (Kate)
Here is what you’ll need to do to enter (it’s going to differ a bit from my normal giveaways):
Take some time to visit each site featured in our gift guide. Make sure to visit all three blogs since each will have something unique. Come back here and leave me a comment with your top three choices, should you win (except for the Elliot Lucca Giveaway, which must be entered on the post page). Please remember to leave a way to contact you (comments not including contact information will be ineligible since I won’t have a way to get in touch with you- BUT please don’t put your email address in the comment- only in the email line… your privacy is just as important to me as it is to you!). Winners on my site will have 48 hours to claim their prizes.
Comments will close on April 27th, 2009 at 10 PM PST. One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.
Want an extra entry? Do any or all of the following and submit an extra entry for each one.
Be sure to leave me a separate comment for each additional entry.
Add the Mother’s Day Gift Guide Button to your site.
Visit Amanda and enter her giveaways.
Visit Kristin and enter her giveaways.
Follow me on Twitter AND tweet about the Mother’s Day Gift Guide.
Subscribe to my feed via email or reader.
Blog about this giveaway. It doesn’t have to be a separate post. Just include a blurb about it when you blog about other giveaways.
Place my button on your site. If you have difficulty, please let me know.
Click on one of the very cute buttons below and digg, stumble, fav, etc. Just let me know what you did in the comments!
Grab a button, spread the word, and come back to join us!
On the Horizon…
April 4, 2009
Whew! My Spring Cleaning Series is almost over but I have a few last minute tips and product picks to help you out. Speaking of Spring Cleaning, winners have been posted (check specific posts) and emailed. Please make sure to respond within 48 hours to accept your prize. I wouldn’t want you to miss out on all of the great items sponsors so generously donated. A HUGE thank you to our sponsors (they’re listed on my sidebar), Tanya, and Amanda for making this such a successful event. I had so much fun and my husband is LOVING how clean our house is!
Next up…Mother’s Day is around the corner (May 10 to be exact which just so happens to be my husband’s birthday) and it’s time to start getting prepared. I know I am already thinking of what I want to get my own mother, my mother-in-law, and my 2 BFF’s Kristin and mother-to-be Amy. If you’re struggling with gift ideas or need some creative suggestions, be sure to stop by for my Mother’s Day Gift Guide (brought to you in conjunction THE fabulous Amanda and Kristin). If you thought the Spring Cleaning Series was huge…just wait! We’ve got an amazing line-up of reviews and giveaways you don’t want to miss! Grab a button (hint, hint) and stop by April 13.
And…I hinted to you last week about an opportunity to win not only a Kodak printer, but a full scholarship to the very popular, now sold-out, BlogHer in Chicago. Stop by Monday April 13th for all of the details!
Here’s what’s coming up on Rockin’ Mama.
You may have noticed Bob Stroller Contest button on my sidebar. Very soon I’ll be reviewing the official stroller of choice for Stroller Strides. I am so excited to share with you the ins and outs of the oh-so-famous, highly coveted BOB Stroller Strides Fitness Stroller!
I’ve shared with you some upcoming opportunities to see both Disney On Ice and Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus at greatly discounted prices, thanks to Mom Central. I’ve just recently learned that I was chosen to be a Feld Family Activator in my home community of Orange County, California. So what does that mean? I’m not entirely sure of the details but what I do know is that I will be one of several influential mom bloggers in the area promoting the shows. How exciting is that?
Not only will I be going to BlogHer in July…I’ll be DRIVING there with Sondra from Happy Healthy Hip Parenting and Amanda from Mommy Mandy! We’re driving across the country in a Chevy thanks to GM and BlogHer. More details to come but if you’re a company interested in receiving some promotion during our drive, please feel free to contact me!
On May 7, I will participating in the National Mom’s Nite Out! Stay tuned for more details on my involvement and how you can get involved too!
And…I have a fabulous BlogHer sponsor! It’s none other than CARES! I reviewed the Child Aviation Restraint System on my blog earlier this year and was featured on their site as their blogger of the month. I am so excited to tell you more about this fantastic company who is helping to make flying both convenient and safe!
I’m still looking for 2 more sponsors for BlogHer this year. If you are a company interested in getting some exposure, please email me!
And with that I’ll leave you with a question. I love doing themed series so I want to ask you, the readers, what you’d like to see next. Just leave a comment! There are thousands of blogs out there and I greatly appreciate that you’ve chosen to spend a little bit of your day with me! Ciao!
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