Saturday, April 30, 2011

Bump Baby & Beyond Giveaway!

First, I just have to say, I love, love, LOVE this store's name.  Now that I have that out of my system, here's a little bit about them!

Bump Baby & Beyond supports mompreneurs whenever possible and local products first to reduce our carbon footprint along with products that reflect our concerns for the environment and health and welfare of our families and community. We are a one-stop mom shop. We carry everything from premium maternity denim to top of the line Sunshine Kids car seats and Valco strollers. Bump Baby & Beyond is about to launch a new website with online shopping cart so that we can take care of more than just our local customers' needs.:)

Bump Baby & Beyond is not only a retail boutique. We have a classroom upstairs in our building where we provide cloth diapering workshops, Baby Sign Language classes, breastfeeding workshops, Kindermusik classes, Baby Massage, Mom & Baby Fitness, prenatal and post natal care, and many more services for our local moms and their families.

Bump Baby & Beyond uses fundraisers and local community sponsoring as our means of advertising other than social media. We donate to the several Children's wish foundation events, Canadian Cancer society runs, we have a Feed Nova Scotia donation box in store along with a Sarcoidosis awareness box for a local family in need of medical care beyond the scope of MSI, and we are holding an auction until April 30th for Adsum House for battered women with free photos, giveaways, and ALL proceeds going to their parenting program. We support local organizations whenever we can and continually participate in fundraisers and events in our local community.
Bump Baby & Beyond is located at 1360 Bedford Highway, Bedford, Nova Scotia, B4A 1E2

I wish I lived closer because this looks like a store I would frequent often! I looked around their website and found all kinds of things I'd love to have. Here are some of them:





They've got great products and their online shopping will be launching VERY soon (within the week!) for those of you who don't live close.


They'd like to give one of my readers this cool Twilight Turtle. It is so cute!! I'm going to have to get one for my girl's room!
Multi-award winning Twilight Turtle helps ease children’s fear of the dark with a beautiful starry projection onto room ceiling and walls modeled after the night sky. Embedded in the star pattern are eight constellations, including the Little Dipper and Great Bear. Children can choose from three soothing color options and gaze into the starry sky as they drift off to sleep. This interactive plush nightlight is the perfect sleep companion for the whole family!


Enter to win using the form below--good luck!


*This is not a paid posting. Thanks to the company for the giveaway item.*

Chicken Soup for the Soul New Mom's Review and Giveaway

Chicken Soup for the Soul recently came out with a new book entitled "New Mom," and it's my favorite to date! I love being  a mom, and even though my little girl is now over a year old and I don't consider myself a "new" mom anymore, the stories in here have been really fun and touching to read. Whether you are a new mom yourself or you know a new (or soon to be) mom you should definitely consider purchasing this book! You can buy it from Amazon.com for $10.17!

You also have a chance to win it from my blog! I will pick THREE winners to each receive a copy of this book! Just use the form below to enter.

*I was not paid for this review. I only share my honest opinions. Thanks to the company for the complimentary review and giveaway items.*

Monday, April 25, 2011

$25 Visa Gift Card Giveaway for Utah Residents

Okay, if you live in Utah, it's your lucky day! http://www.groopgrab.com/ would like to give one of my Utah readers a $25 Visa Giftcard! Why you ask are they being so generous to the residents of Utah? Well, this is a dealsite for the residents of Utah. Right now they have a great deal going on on their deal site where you can purchase a $39 Salt Lake County Pass of All Passes - Seven Peaks, Sports Teams, Racing and More ($327 Value) . It's a 88% savings!

It's really easy to enter this giveaway, all you need to do is follow them on Facebook (click here!) AND sign up to recieve their deals through email (top right side of their homepage).

After you've done both of these things, come back and comment here once that you've done so to be entered.

You can get extra entries by:

  • Sharing about the giveaway on your Facebook page. You may share up to 2xs per day, 2 extra entries/comments for each posting (so max of 4 per day)
  • Tweeting about the giveaway. You may tweet up to 2xs per day, 2 extra entries/comments for each posting (so max of 4 per day) 
This giveaway is open to residents of the state of Utah ONLY! It will end at 11:59 EST on May 5th, 2011. I will then use random.org to chose a winning comment. If you would like to be notified through email if you've won, please leave your email address in each of your comments. I would also recommend adding my email address, thriftyniftymommy (at) yahoo.com to your address book so that an email from me is not directed to your SPAM folder.

*Thanks to the company for the complimentary giftcard.* 

Winners for Giveaways Ending 4/21

Rock A Thigh Winners: Sarah Mork & Jamie Brigham  *You have both been emailed. Please respond with your sock choices!*
Votre Vu Winner: Amber Dickerson  *You supplied your mailing info, so I've already forwarded it on for you!*
Whole Foods Giveaway Winner: "markcristy3378" *I've sent you an email, please respond to claim your prize.*


Congrats Winners!!

Lil' Teammates Review and Giveaway

I wouldn't call us a sports fanatic family, but we ARE a football fanatic team. I love, love the Dallas Cowboys and my husband is a big San Fransico 49ers fan. We've already started to share of love of football with Maggie. She has her own Tony Romo Cowboys jersey and during football season we taught her how to make the "touchdown" hand motion.

So, where am I going with all of this? Well Lil' Teammates makes collectible action figures for all of your favorite sports teams. Here's some info about them:

· 3" tall collectible action figures for little sports fans, ages 4 and up.
· Officially licensed for NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, and over 50 colleges.
· Series 1 includes:
· QUARTERBACKS
· RUNNING BACKS
· PITCHERS
· BATTERS
· Basketball PLAYMAKERS
· Hockey SLAPPERS and GOALIES
· Over 120 figures altogether for SERIES 1 alone.
· Durable. MADE FOR PLAY!
· “Big kids” love ‘em too! Great collectibles.
· SERIES 2 coming this summer. More positions. More articulation. Also in Throwback uniforms.
· Corresponding interactive website allows kids to register their figures, play games, learn about their favorite teams and win free stuff!
· MSRP: $7.99

Lil Teammates sent us an assortment of action figures, inlcuding Cowboy and 49er ones! Maggie saw the packages and wanted them out, right away. She's still, of course, a little young to really pretend play with them, but she had a blast carrying them around the house and looking them over.

I love them as a mom because they are well made and the perfect size. Not too small that we are stepping on them or worrying that Maggie will choke on them. It's also nice to have a way to share our favorite sports team with her through play.

I leave you with this last tip--they are not, I repeat, not English Mastiff proof. *sigh* You win some, you lose some--in our house, we unfortuntaly lose too many--toys that is! It's still in playable condition at least (she only got the legs), so we're keeping it!

Buy Some!

You can buy them directly from their website, http://www.lilteammatesshop.com/ and if you become their fan on Facebook, you can get 25% off your first order!

Win Some!

Enter below for your chance to win some Lil' Teammates for your family! There will be 3 winners, and each winner will get to chose 3 Lil' Teammates!

*I was not paid for this review. I only share my honest opinions. Thanks to the company for the complimentary review and giveaway items.*

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

How To Be God's Little Princess Book Review

What is this all about?

When it comes to princesses, and (of course) everything pink, there's always fun ahead! How to Be God's Little Princess is a delightful how-to-guide to help girls polish their royal flair in manners and etiquette and to discover their true beauty.

It'll be her go-to resource for princess secrets on...
  • how to wear a tiara
  • royal table manners
  • the importance of dressing for the occasion
  • Internet do's and don'ts
  • hosting the perfect party
  • regal posture and poise
  • how to pen the perfect thank-you note
What I think...

This book ROCKS! It is so cute and perfect for the little princesses in your life from about age 7-12 I'd say.  Sheila Walsh does a wonderful job of making this book really easy and fun to read. It includes little quizzes and crafts that your girl is sure to enjoy. The next time your daughter is planning a sleepover, get her this book first! She will have fun doing the activities with her BFF! I know that I would have loved this book as a little girl.

I love the "what's wrong with this pictures" quizzes in this book that teach girls different manners. I also really enjoyed the chapter on "How to Be Friends, Princess Style."

This book also includes corresponding Bible scriptures to encourage her in her Christian faith. I give it 2 thumbs up!!

Where can you buy it?

You can find it at Amazon.com for as low as $5.65

*Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”*

Fluffy Bottom Babies Giveaway!

Yep, you heard right! All you cloth-loving fanatics, another awesome, fluffy giveaway! It feels like forever since I've had a CD giveaway and they are my favorite!

I'm proud to bring you a great giveaway today from Fluffy Bottom Babies, a Canadian cloth diaper store. Woo hoo! I love it when I get a Canadian sponsor for all my fans up North! Here's a little bit about this great company:

We're an in-stock Cloth Diapering shop here to serve all your diapering needs and more! We carry a wide range of products from cloth diapers and natural laundry detergents and we are expanding our product lines to baby carries, car seats, strollers, eco-friendly toys and much more. We are a full service natural parenting store based in Nova Scotia, Canada. We offer competitive flat shipping rates all across Canada, as well as to the US.

Fluffy Bottom Babies has an awesome prize pack for one of you to win. Here's what you'll get:
Fantastic, right? Just fill out the form below for your chance to win, and make sure you check out her Facebook page and Website for lots of great deals!

Monday, April 18, 2011

Zebra Diaper Cover and Headband 50% off at ThriftySeeker

ThriftySeeker just put up their newest deal! It's perfect if you have a little lady in your life!

Cover her little behind in this darling zebra print with pink polka dot ruffle diaper cover, and accessorize with the perfect matching peony headband with a zebra button cover! Combine it with a little top or dress for a complete outfit, use as the perfect outfit for a photo shoot, the possibilities are endless. All this shipped to your door for $14.99. That's right shipping is free!


Sizing S - M - L Small fits 6-12 months,Medium fits 18-3T,Large fits 3T-4T

Winners for Giveaways Ending 4/14

Lovable Labels Winner: Suzanne DS
*Please check your email and respond within 48 hours to claim this prize!*
Cleanlogic Winner: Ariel Henry
Daddy Plays Winner: Latanya Thornhill
Vitafusion Winner: Becky Huss

Congrats ladies!! Enjoy your prizes!

Sunday, April 17, 2011

Simple Solution's Extreme Stain+Odor Remover Review and Giveaway

Simple Solution has been creating safe and trusted cleaning products for pet parents to use in their homes for over 30 years. Products that help save pet owners time and money.

We love our pups and kittens, but the reality is, they choose inopportune times to have accidents, particularly if they are younger.

Some of you may know that we have 2 dogs and one cat in our household. Our crazy cat Abby is not the friendliest of kitties. In fact, most of our guests are terrified of her. Then there's our dog Emmy is whole a lovable, crazy mutt (we think a mix of Border Collie and Jack Russell). Last of all, our English Mastiff, Gaia.

We love our animals and I honestly can't imagine living without at least one dog around the house. They do contribute to their fair share of messes though! Gaia especially, God bless her, tends to really make a mess some days! She doesnt' mean to, but her slobber some days can get insane and I don't always get to her with her slobber towel in time to keep it off of the wall, furniture, and carpets. Then there are her huge paws. Just last week she went outside and stepped in the mud. When I let her back into the house, before I could stop her, she ran right onto the carpet.

SO, as you can imagine, having a good strong carpet cleaner is important in this house! Simple Solutions sent me a bottle of their Extreme Stain + Odor Remover and I've really loved it! Not only did I use it on those muddy paw prints, I used in on a mystery stain in our living room, and some spit up from Maggie. It worked wonders at getting out the stains AND the smell. Not only that, but it leaves a really nice, pleasant smell that lingers. I really like this stain remover and think you will too--pets or no pets! It's great for all types of stains!

Win It!

Here's your chance to win your own bottle of cleaner!


Nick Chavez Hair Care Review

Some of you may remember that awhile ago, I reviewed hair care products from Nick Chavez. Well, I was fortunate enough to be sent a second set of hair care proucts! This time, I got some products to help with my flat, boring hair. I was sent:
  • Volumizing Shampoo
  • Volumizing Conditioner
  • Volumizing Hairspray
  • Volumizing Mist

I took these products out with me on our trip to California and I loved the results! I had great smelling, feeling, and looking hair on our trip!

Leading international celebrity hairstylist Nick Chavez founded Nick Chavez Beverly Hills Inc. in 1992 and has transformed it from a bare bones start-up into a leading hair care brand.



Nick Chavez Beverly Hills holds a leadership position in the hair care industry by continually developing cutting edge hair care products which consistently provide outstanding customer appeal, satisfaction, and loyalty.

Check out their website for all the info on Nick's awesome product line and don't forget to visit his Facebook page!  Right now, you can Enter to Win: Nick's Pro Salon Mini Tools from Nick Chavez Beverly Hills through Style Chicago.





Saturday, April 16, 2011

Great Deal at ThriftySeeker

ThriftySeeker is one of my awesome blog sponsors, and I'd love to share with you their current deal!

Dry Erase Vinyl Graphics! Save more than 50% on this deal!

Staying organized just got easier!


With this 12x12 dry erase vinyl square, you can easily keep track of your 'to do's', shopping lists, and even jot down quick messages to family members or yourself! Don't miss out! http://www.thriftyseeker.com/!

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Votre Vu Review and Giveaway

What is Votre Vu?

Votre Vu is a luxury skin and hair care company, offering the finest French-crafted formulas for women and men as well as American-made health benefit beverages. Vu’s premium line is botanically based with the freshest and most potent ingredients used in skin care – far exceeding what consumers typically find at the retail level – as the formulas and products are handcrafted in small, artisan batches with tight production controls. An American company, Votre Vu combines three generations of French research and development in effective skin care treatments with American ingenuity, technical expertise, and a viable marketplace.


What did I think of Votre Vu?

I have a very sensitive face. I have tried all kinds of face washes and moisturizers. I stopped using a moisturizer all together because I kept having reactions to them, and I have been limited to only using Clearasil to wash my face because that has been the only thing that I've been able to use that does not make it turn red and itchy.  So, when Melissa contacted me about her new Votre Vu business, I gave her full warning that most facial products do not work well with me.

Well, I'm pleased to be able to tell you that while I was using the Votre Vu samples that Melissa (she's a Brand Ambassador/consultant) sent me, my skin did not get red and itchy! This, in and of itself, is a big deal to me! I loved the way that the Votre Vu products smelled, and more importantly, I really liked how they felt on my face. I can't say that I noticed a huge change in my skin after the 4 days worth of sample I tried, but the fact that my face didn't have a bad reaction makes me think that over time it would help to make my skin softer and healthier. This is the first facial moisturizer I've been able to really use without a problem!

Want to get your own Votre Vu?

Votre Vu creates more than 50 botanically based skin and hair care products for women and men and two proprietary benefit beverages. Votre Vu’s prestige line – with the exception of the beverages – is handcrafted just outside Paris in a privately owned lab that has been custom blending award-winning formulas for some 80 years for upscale destination spas and dermatologists abroad. These professional-grade formulas now are available in the U.S., exclusively through Votre Vu. Votre Vu formulas have garnered several awards, including Victoires Beaute in Europe, the Redbook Most Valuable Product Award 2010, and the Shecky’s Beauty at its Best Award. Votre Vu does not test on animals.


Votre Vu has a great program called "Personal Shopper Pak" it is $69 to enroll, with that you receive $100 in products, 1 bottle of Snapdragon beauty drink, Eye gelee, Trouble Spot remover and our duette hand creme/lip balm.

Then you can enjoy their products at a discount, 30% off all products and every third item on your purchase is 50% (make it the most expensive) This is an ongoing program all you need to do is make a purchase every 18-20 weeks (3 times a year).

Also, after you fall in love with their products you can upgrade for $70 to become a Brand Amabassdor(consultant) and start earning money on all the back volume you acquired!!

Win Votre Vu!

Melissa has been generous enough to offer one of my readers some free Votre Vu products! Here's what you can win:  LUXURIOUS LIPS Moisturizing Lip Balm & Almond Pie Nutrient Rich Hand Crème

What a scrumptious dynamic duo!

Luxe Lips
This nourishing lip balm made from coconut oil, shea butter and beeswax gently protects, nourishes and softens lips in every condition. A deliciously light and natural coconut flavor delivers a guiltless treat to your mouth with every application. Intensively nourishing, your lips will become supple and shiny again. This formula is worth its weight in gold! Topped with UV filters to add extra protection to your luxe lips, you can indulge in dessert as often as you wish.

Luxe Hand Crème
This intoxicating hand crème leaves a soft veil of almond and coconut fragrance lingering on the skin. Beautifully absorbed, this special formula was developed to maintain the health, beauty and suppleness of your hands, while delighting your nose with a decadent aroma. This succulent recipe of nourishing and protecting sunflower, grape seed and jojoba oils combined with moisturizing and healing aloe, wheat proteins and natural sun filters develops into the perfect treat, anytime of the day. You'll never gain an ounce of fat, just one big serving of hydrating heaven! Luxe Hand Crème contains sun filters for UVA/UVB protection to maintain skin tone, while helping protect and keep hands soft, supple and younger looking.

*I was not paid for this review. I only share my honest opinions. Thanks to the company for the complimentary review and giveaway items.*


Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Shiny Hineys Wipe Case Review

When I found out I was pregnant with Maggie, I searched and SEARCHED for the perfect bedding set. I didn't want the typical flowers and butterflies. It's not that I don't think that is cute, but I guess I just wanted something different. Well, after hours of searching, I decided upon this set:

I LOVE it, and I'm so glad that I bought it, but it has definitely come with its obstacles! The main one being that I have a really hard time finding decorations, wall art, etc that matches well with her bedding.

My old wipes case looked pretty out of place in this fancy, girly room. It was always an eye-sore to me, but what else was I supposed to do! I needed something to put my wipes in! Even though I cloth diaper, I still use a wipe case to put my cloth wipes in each morning that I spritz with water. There's my boring wipe case on the left side of the changing table.

Enter Shiny Hineys! Shiny Hineys makes these fabulous wipe cases! You can get them in travel size or regular sized. She has so many personalized ones to choose from! Honest, you WILL find one you'll love and want! As I mentioned, I have a very hard time finding anything that will work in my daughter's room, but I was able to find a wipes case that is just perfect! It is exactly what I've been wanting!  Now the area around her changing tables looks 10xs better!

Shiny Hineys makes other things too! Check them out for Car Seat Covers, Diaper Envelopes, and Burp Cloths as well!

Shiney Hineys is on Facebook, on Etsy, and on Blogger! Shiny Hineys is also running a sale right now. You can get a small wipes case for just $5 if you are a Facebook fan! This is a great deal!! Head on over and tell her Thrifty Nifty Mommy sent you!



*I was not paid for this review. I only share my honest opinions. Thanks to the company for the complimentary review item.*

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

Vedette Store Giveaway Winners!

I had a busy weekend, so I'm finally getting around to drawing the winners for the Vedette Shapewear giveaway! There were 5 winners, and here they are!

Amanda Alvarado,
Lynn Wilson,
Sammie Kistner,
Michaela Massaro,
Jennifer Clay

Congrats ladies!! Watch your mailboxes!

Febreze Giveaway Winners!

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Febreze Giveaway! There were so many great responses, the people at Febreze ended up picking TEN winner! Nine winners will receive the Febreze Carpet Care sample of your choice, and the top winner is receiving a $100 Gift Card along with the product sample of her choice. SO, without further delay, here is a list of the winners!

Winners were chosen by independent marketing association, MME on behalf of Febreze® Carpet Care Products.

Runners up:
- Raelyn Warner #1
- Keturah #2
- Susan Crutcher #3
- Carolyn #10
- Sara Danczak #12
-Emily #21
- Harder Family #31
-Anita #33
- Nicolette May Capuano #35

Note the "#" represents the post number

And, the Grand Prize winner is:
-Charlotte #41/42


Congrats to all of you! Please send an email to thriftyniftymommy@yahoo.com with your full name, address, and product sample choice within 7 days to claim your prize.

Friday, April 8, 2011

Gogo Crazy Bones Review

What in the Heck are GoGo Crazy Bones? Well, that's exactly what I thought when I heard the name. I'd never heard of them before, but if you have a child in elementary school, they just might have! Here's what GoGo Crazy Bones are:

Gogo's are small colorful characters that come in hundreds of colors and designs, each one with a unique name, design, personality and special ability. Kids of all ages have fun collecting, trading and playing with Gogo's Crazy Bones!

Gogo's were inspired by games from ancient Greece where children played by bouncing and throwing sheep knuckle bones. Today’s Gogo’s are reminiscent of old school favorites such as marbles and jacks, with a modern twist! Each Gogo has a unique number for collecting and designed so you can hold and throw with one finger.

Each Gogo's Series has about 80 different Gogo's in five different colors, some of which are rarer than others, each with a unique face and name. You can find Series 1 – The Originals, in stores now. Series 2 – The Evolution Series, will hit stores near you in May 2011 and Series 3 – Gogo’s Explorer Series will arrive in August 2011!


How do I play with my Gogo's?



Each Gogo has a favourite game they usually perform best in and three performance stats for playing games.
•Speed: This shows you whether the Gogo will gain speed and crash strength


•Bounce: This tells you if it will be easy to predict where the Gogo will land after it's thrown


•Balance: This tells you whether the Gogo will stand up easily after it has been thrown

Online and real life games are created around each Series. You can design your own Gogo, play online games and have fun with friends in the FUN ZONE.

Gogo's have great play and educational value making them a popular and fun toy for both kids and their parents!


•Math and logic skills are involved in game playing and keeping score


•Reading and comprehension are practiced as you learn about the unique personalities and special powers in the games, sticker album and website


•Storytelling and imaginary play are encouraged as you build and share stories around the characters

Maggie is obviously a little young for these toys yet, but I have a niece and nephew who were the perfect age to try these toys out! We went to my niece's birthday party this evening and I took them along to see what they thought of these toys.

I have to be honest, when I looked at these toys I was not really impressed. That isn't saying a whole lot though because I was not impressed with Pokemon toys either (remember them!?) and they were huge for a while! It's not because they looked cheap or anything like that, I guess as an adult, I just didn't get it.

Well, I gave these toys to my niece and nephew and they LOVED them! They certainly "got" them!  They played with them the entire party. They split them up between themselves and carried them all over the house. I asked them after they had played for a while what they thought about the Gogo's and they said that they were really fun! When I left a few hours later, they were headed up the stairs together, Gogo Crazy Bones in their hands!

You can buy these toys at retailers all over, including Walmart, Target, and Toys R Us! Make sure you check out their website, http://na.gogoscrazybones.com/.

*I was not paid for this review. Thanks to the company for the complimentary review items.*

Keeping Your Child Safe Online

I'm sent all kinds of press releases and such. Honestly I just don't have time to post them all, and many of them I don't think you'd be interested in anyways. The following one though, I thought I'd pass along. My daughter isn't old enough yet to be playing online, but we will definitely be monitoring her activities in a few years! I hope you'll find this information helpful to your family!

Greetings: Would you like to learn about who your child is communicating with online and be able to protect them in case of risk? Would you like to know more about your child Internet habits? Now you can fulfill your parental duty and protect your kids - for FREE!.



Sign up for United Parents Child Protection Service™ today http://www.unitedparents.com/ to obtain access to a product that does just this.


You will receive brief alerts indicating specific threats as soon as risky cases are detected as well as interesting information on your child’s surfing habits. United Parents Child Protection Service™ will enable you to step in as a parent when you need to - while continuing to enable a bond between you and your child that facilitates trust and educated choices made independently by your child.


We look forward to sharing our product with you!

*I was not paid or compensated in any way for this posting. I only share in the hopes that it helps your family.*

Whole Foods Market Giveaway

This month, Whole Foods Market celebrates Earth Month with a three part podcast series on the environmental initiatives that set them apart. For information on their organic body care standards, greener packaging and carefully evaluated ingredients in products that meet their Premium Body Care™ standards. Podcast summaries are include below, but for more information and to listen to these podcasts, click: http://blog.wholefoodsmarket.com/category/whole-body-podcast/

Truly Organic Body Care - April 5

With its guidelines for organic personal care, Whole Foods Market is working toward ensuring that “organic” means organic in every aisle of its stores. Listen in as Joe Dickson, global quality standards coordinator with Whole Foods Market shares about the company’s efforts to protect the organic standard for shoppers, suppliers and planet.

Responsible Packaging in Whole Body - April 10

Did you know that nearly one-third of all municipal solid waste in the U.S. is packaging? Learn about the changes being made to Whole Body product packaging to help reduce environmental impact. Jim McConnell is store supplies and services specialist for the Rocky Mountain region and co-chair of the Whole Foods Market Responsible Packaging Task Force.

Premium Body Care® Quality Standards - April 15

Products carrying the Premium Body Care symbol are the most exceptional personal care products available. They meet the strictest standards for quality sourcing, environmental impact, results and safety. Enjoy this introductory video on how Premium Body Care allows shoppers to “be good to your whole body.”

In celebration of  Earth Month, Whole Foods Market would like to give one of my readers a $20 Gift Card for their stores!

I'm going to change this giveaway up to! No Google Docs this time-you can have unlimited entries for this giveaway. All you need to do is share about my blog. Share about it anywhere you want, in whatever way you want, just make sure you leave a link each time to the blog. (For example, on your Facebook status, just put, "check out Thrifty Nifty Mommy's Blog, http://www.thriftyniftymommy.blogspot.com" ). Sharing about individual posts/giveaways counts too (so you could share about this Whole Foods giveaway!) . Every time you share a link to my blog, come back here and post a comment with a link to that posting.  You can share anywhere you want: Twitter, Facebook, other blogs, forums, ect. Be creative and have fun!

Giveaway is open to residents of the US and Canada and will end on Thursday, April 21st at 11:59pm EST. A winner will be chosen randomly from all comments received.

*This is not a paid post. Thanks to the company for the complimentary gift card.*

Be a Guest Blogger!

I'm looking for a few good writters! Would you like to join the Thrifty Nifty Mommy team? You see, occassionally I get requests to review products that I either can not use because my child is not the right age, or I just do not have the time to review. That's where you come in! I'd love to have a list of fans who would like to guest review for me. The items I might ask you to review would be cloth diapers, computer apps, skincare products, toys, etc.

When an opportunity comes up that I feel would be a good match for you, I'll send you an email to see if you'd like to review the product. If you accept, you'll get the product to review in your house and it's yours to keep, in exchange for an honest, well-written review, (with pictures if applicable) sent to my email within 3 week of receiving the product.

All you need to do is fill out the form below and I'll keep your info on file.

Thursday, April 7, 2011

Swaddlekeeper's Winner!

Somehow, when I picked winners for giveaways that ended on March 31st, I missed drawing for Swaddlekeepers. SO, here's the winner now..........................Anne Loyd! Congrats!!

Lovable Labels Review and Giveaway

It is said that necessity is the mother of invention and this proved all too true for Laura Porreca, Owner and President of Lovable Labels.

When Laura’s first child entered daycare, she was told to label all his belongings. This meant labeling everything from his outdoor clothing, to his indoor shoes, lunches, sippy cups and backpack. Laura recognized a need in the market for personalized labels that were tough and durable and could stand the test of time and the everyday use that children put them through.

After researching and testing many different products and designs, Laura created a line of labels that include Regular and Slimline Stickers, Shoe Labels, Iron-ons and Bag Tags. They are not only bright, fun and colourful but also met the high standards that parents have come to expect. The Regular and Slimline labels are microwave and dishwasher safe, the Iron-on labels stay put in the washer and dryer, the Shoe Labels have an extra strength adhesive to ensure they won't come off and the Bag Tags are made of a durable and flexible plastic.


In 2003 Lovable Labels was born!

Today, the company continues to grow and offer exciting opportunities for its team of sales agents. Laura also feels strongly about giving back and has incorporated fundraising into the Lovable Labels company. Schools, day cares and camps use our labels to raise funds for extra-curricular activities while providing a practical and useful product for parents and children.

I had just recently ordered some personalized tags for all of Maggie's belongings, so Lovable Labels sent me some of their personalized address labels. We were in desperate need of address labels! We moved over a year ago, but I refused to buy anymore until all of our old ones were used--with our old address. Luckily for us, our old address was my in laws house where we had stayed for about 4 months while we waited to get into our current house. So, I knew our mail would go there if it was returned and that that would be okay...but it's so nice to be able to put our actual address on our mailings now!

These labels they sent me are great! I LOVE the way they look. They are simple, classy, and green--my favorite color! They look like this (except of course, this is not my info):


These labels are not like my old labels! They are much sturdier, thicker, bigger, shinier, and just plain nicer! They make my mail look so sophisticated!

Lovable Labels has been a really nice company to work with, and they have lots of great products. Just in time for summer camp, they've come out with a "Camp Pack."

The Ultimate Camp Pack includes:
•15 Regular Sticker Labels

•40 Slimline Sticker Labels

•72 Press n'Stick Clothing DOTS

•12 Shoe Labels

•2 Mini-Metal Tags (two 4” silver ball chains incld)

•12 Square Labels

This package would also come in handy for labeling your child's items when they go to daycare or the church's nursery.

Lovable Labels has generously supplied me with a "Camp Pack" for one lucky winner! Thanks, Lovable Labels!

This giveaway ends just in time for Camp Season at 11:59pm EST on April 14th. The winner will be selected by random draw and will have 7 days to respond to my notification email before another winner is selected. This giveaway is open to Canadian and US residents only. Just use the form below for your chance to win!

*I was not paid for this review. I only share my honest opinions. Thanks to the company for the complimentary review and giveaway items.*

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Updated listing of Facebook/Blog Giveaways

Facebook Giveaways: (Newly Added Ones On Top)


Pyur says, "Let's try to get 500 fans before Friday!!! Another GIVEAWAY if we make it by then!" http://www.facebook.com/ThriftyNiftyMommy#!/Pyurcare

Valerie's Reviews has a 2000 fan giveaway album up! Ends 7 days after she reaches 2000 fans. http://www.facebook.com/valsreviews?sk=wall#!/album.php?id=138858986150583&aid=15136&closeTheater=1

BB Butts Diapers is a having a 2000 Fan Giveaway Event!! We offer WAHM made diapers and all of the accessories needed to successfully cloth diaper your little one. The giveaway album is open and more sponsors are being added throughout the duration of the event. Be sure to check back often and share with your friends! Albums will remain open for one week after we reach 2000 to ensure EVERYONE gets a chance to enter! http://www.facebook.com/bbbuttsdiapers

Im having a 1000 Fan Giveaway. I sell Avon/ Mark products, but my giveaway will consist of may different businesses on fb that have sponsored. I am still looking for sponsors, contact me at booksmart2000-avon@yahoo.com if your business is interested. Giveaway ends at 1000 fans. My FB Fan Page: http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/pages/Deborah-R-AVON-Independent-Sales-Representative/137586759599554


I'm Kaleidoscope Art&Gifts, and I design/create and sell One of a Kind~Unique Gifts (mostly crocheted, some metal and bead window/car mirror art). My event: '1500 facebook fan extravaganza' is a mix of giveaways/auction items/discounts/GCs/free advertising opportunities. **I AM still accepting sponsors for this event. Giveaway ends April 11th as long as we've exceeded 1500 fans. http://www.facebook.com/album.php?id=179439885419612&aid=49413

Huge Giveaway at Diapeze when they reach 3000 fans (very close right now!) http://www.facebook.com/diapezecom

Caseys' Baby Boutique will have a giveaway at 200 fans! http://www.facebook.com/diapezecom#!/pages/Caseys-baby-boutique/119912581358234

Sassy Creations will have a giveaway when they reach 1000 fans. http://www.facebook.com/SassyCreations?sk=wall

Set 4 Baby is the online store for all your Health, Baby, Toy and Personal Care Needs. We are giving away a free box of diapers when we reach 200 fans ! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Set-4-Baby/117534268307259?sk=wall

Crafts by Moosey 500 Fan Giveaway. Once we reach 500 fans the giveaways will begin. Items are donated by Alliecat Bowtique, Shop*Zebra Bows, Enchanted Jewels, Schultz Crafts, and Liz's Loops. Make sure you stop by today and tell your friends! Ends at 500 fans. http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=162238320498458&set=a.162238313831792.44214.151397014915922&theater


Blog Giveaways: (Newly Added Ones on Top)

Stop by Obsessions of The Trophy Wife to read about a Baltic Amber Jewelry Review for the whole family. babyamberteething.com is generously providing a 14 in. Baltic Amber Teething Necklace to one lucky reader! Many extra entry opportunities. Ends 4/14 http://obsessionsottw.blogspot.com/2011/04/baltic-amber-jewelry-review-and.html

 "Use Your Words" CD by Jeremy Plays Guitar. Fun and educational music for your children! Ends April 7th. http://jencrum.blogspot.com/2011/03/jeremy-plays-guitar-review-giveaway.html

The giveaway is for a 9-tray Excalibur dehydrator. It's a prize worth over $250. Giveaway ends May 15th, 2011. http://theworldofraw.blogspot.com/2011/03/brads-raw-giveaway.html

Simplify diaper changes, protect crawling knees and make potty training easy with BabyLegs! Fantastic selection of leg warmers, tights and socks! Winner will win a BabyLegs Grab Bag! Ends 4/14/11 http://www.adventuresnabbyland.com/2011/03/babylegs-review-plus-grab-bag-giveaway.html

Do you have a little one that's scared of the dark? If so, then the adorable ScareMeNots are perfect the perfect companion for your child. These cute, plush monsters are great bedtime buddies to help any child conquer their fear of the dark. ScareMeNots have extra long tails (with Velcro strips) that make it easy to hang them from doorknobs, off the bed, inside your closet or anywhere else the bedtime scaries might be hiding. Winner will win the ScareMeNot of their choice! Ends 4/14/11 http://www.adventuresnabbyland.com/2011/03/scaremenot-review-plus-giveaway.html

Luna B. Tee offers the cutest personalized tees with bright, vibrant colors perfect for sunny days! There are so many different patterns to choose from, its hard to pick a favorite. Luna B. Tee offers anything from Birthday Shirts, Holiday Shirts, Parent and Grand Shirts, Personalized Sibling Shirts, Theme Tees, Twin & Triplet, the list just goes on and on! Luna B. Tees offers adorable shirts for babies and toddlers, little boys, teenage girls, even adults and pets. Winner will receive a $20 Gift Certificate to spend on Luna B. Tee's website. Ends 4/6/11 http://www.adventuresnabbyland.com/2011/03/luna-b-tee-review-plus-20-gc-giveaway.html

We are having ☂ "April Showers of Giveaways" ☂ at Ally's Helpful Hints for Mommies and we are starting by giving away a Small thermal tote donated by thirty-one by Kelly. Just click the link and enter your name and email address. Giveaway ends April 8, 2011 at midnight. http://www.allyshints.com/2011/04/thermal-tote-giveaway-sponsored-by-thirty-one-by-kelly/

This giveaway is for a Barn Owl Bums AI2 diaper. My website, www(dot)fluffynutters(dot)com, is not really a business, but a fun blog about cloth diapering for busy moms. I try to make my entries for giveaways as easy as possible. I know it can sometimes be a hassle to enter other contests, so mine are pretty simple. Ends 4/9/2011 http://www.fluffynutters.com/

If you'd like your family-friendly giveaways added to this listing, please use this form: http://thriftyniftymommy.blogspot.com/2011/03/share-your-giveaways-with-my-fans.html

Winners for Giveaways Ending 3/31

Congratulations to all of the winners!



Skin Md Winner: Oanh Ball
Modern Crafting: Donna Warrington
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Megan Bondehagen, Kristian Leigh Culin, & Cassandra Reamer
In tem pe ran tia:  Kristen Swift

Daddy Plays: Guitar Lullabies Review and Giveaway

What is it?

DADDY PLAYS: Guitar Lullabies is more than just beautiful music. This recording was created to be comforting for infants yet also relaxing and enjoyable for all children and adults. Through this unique collection of bedtime favorites and original compositions I hope you can enjoy the intimate, shared musical experiences with your baby that I do with mine. Daddy Plays is my personal journey to bring honest, simple and beautiful music for children to the industry of children's music.

What do we think?

Let me just start by saying this: Last night I climbed into bed with my laptop with the intent on getting this review written. I popped the CD into my laptop so I could listen to it as I was typing and fell asleep before the second song was over.  This is the most peaceful, soothing lullaby CD we own! I LOVE it! Although she can't talk and actually tell me this herself yet, I believe that Maggie really likes it too. It seems to settle her down really well.

I would definitely, highly recommend this CD! Even if you don't have children, if you'd like some peaceful background music for your house, this is a great CD! The songs are children's songs such as "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" and "Hush Little Baby" but I doubt you'll even notice this. All I notice is sweet, peaceful music.  I can't wait for Daddy Plays next release!

Own It! But it/Win it!

You can purchase this CD from Amazon.com for just $14.99.  And, one of you lucky readers can win a copy! Fill out the easy entry form for your chance to win! Good luck!

*I was not paid for this review. I only share my honest opinions. Thanks to the company for the complimentary review and giveaway items.*

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Vitafusion Gummy Calcium Vitamins Review and Giveaway

When I was pregnant with Maggie, it was so hard for me to take my prenatal vitamins, much less any other vitamin. Just the thought of taking a vitamin made me want to run for the porcelain throne! I am sorry to admit that there were far too many days that I didn't take any vitamins at all, and even more days that I didn't take my extra vitamins, like fish oil and calcium.

Well, my not being able to take vitamins is now a thing of the past! I was sent gummy calcium vitamins from Viatfusion and they are so, SO good! If you like gummy bears or fruit snacks the way I do, you will love this new way of getting your daily calcium needs into your diet! I look forward to taking my calcium every day now! In fact, you are supposed to take 2 a day, and I take them at different times so I get to enjoy it twice!

Vitafusion also makes gummy multivitamins and prenatal! I only wish their prenatal vitamins included iron. They are all so very good though!! You're sure to love the taste of these!

Vitafusion would like to give one of my readers their own bottle of of Calcium gummies! Just fill out the form below for your chance at winning. Also, everybody wins with this $2 off coupon!

*I was not paid for this review. I only give my honest opinions. Thanks to the company for the complimentary review and giveaway items.*

Newest Facebook/Blog Giveaways 4/3/11

Facebook Giveaways: (Newly Added Ones On Top)



Blog Giveaways: (Newly Added Ones on Top)







  • This giveaway is for a Barn Owl Bums AI2 diaper. My website, www(dot)fluffynutters(dot)com, is not really a business, but a fun blog about cloth diapering for busy moms. I try to make my entries for giveaways as easy as possible. I know it can sometimes be a hassle to enter other contests, so mine are pretty simple. Ends 4/9/2011 http://www.fluffynutters.com/

If you'd like your giveaway(s) added to this listing, please use this form: http://thriftyniftymommy.blogspot.com/2011/03/share-your-giveaways-with-my-fans.html

Friday, April 1, 2011

BabiLayers Coupon Code

BabiLayers would like to give my readers a special 20% off coupon code. Just use code "TNM20" at checkout. What are BabiLayers you ask?

Whether you’re a brand new mommy or still learning how to perfectly care for your baby the second or third time around, there’s now a product that makes protecting little ones easy, convenient and stylish. BabiLayers is a unique and innovative line of multi-layer, protective tops designed to allow safe contact between infants and adults. When worn over clothing, these tops safeguard babies from germs, allergens and harmful substances that can be found on the skin (lotions, perfumes, etc.), as well as protect your own clothing from messy spills, drool and that always unpredictable spit-up. Made with 100% organic cotton, BabiLayers is ultra-soft, lightweight, and comfortable enough to wear anytime and anywhere, from doing tasks around the home to running errands while on-the-go. There truly is no other product like BabiLayers that matches quality, comfort and offers total peace of mind. After using this product busy moms, caregivers and even dads simply can’t live without it!

To view the entire collection of BabiLayers prints and get your hands on one visit http://www.babilayers.com/

*Please note that I, Thrifty Nifty Mommy, have not personally tried or reviewed this item. I have not been paid for this posting. I am just sharing the coupon code/info for any of my readers who may be interested in this product.* 

Giveaways for 4/1/11

Facebook Giveaways: (Newly Added Ones On Top)

Blog Giveaways: (Newly Added Ones on Top)

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