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Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Step2 Grand Balcony Dollhouse Review

“This beautiful Grand Balcony Dollhouse has an open-back design giving children easy access to three spacious floors, allowing multi-child play. Dolls are welcomed onto a large front porch with an overlooking grand terrace.”

Molded-in staircase leads to the second floor
Third level provides additional play space and is complete with a balcony
Sized to fit any fashion doll up to 12" high
Minimal adult assembly required
Fashion dolls and furniture not included
Made in USA

When I was a little girl I loved playing with my Barbie dolls. I had a ton of them and a lot of clothes and accessories. But what stands out most in my mind was my dollhouse that I used to play with them. I had so much fun playing with my dolls in my dollhouse. Fond memories. That is why I think every little girl should have a dollhouse. So as I looked into dollhouses, I came across this Step2 Three Story Deluxe Dollhouse with Balcony. I immediately knew it was perfect.

We own many Step2 products and they are all wonderful. Step2 to me means quality toys that are durable and made to last. That is why I think this dollhouse is perfect. It’s sturdy and durable so you can give it to a toddler and she will be able to play with it well into her childhood. I like that it is really easy to assemble and only took us about 15 minutes total. The size of this dollhouse is great. It is nice and big so more than one child can play at the same time. But it is still lightweight enough that I can easily move it around if I need to. I love the pink and white colors, so feminine and adorable!

This is a great quality dollhouse that every girl would love to have! I highly recommend it as I know it will last for years and years.

This dollhouse is sure to MAKE Christmas morning for your little girl!

You can purchase the dollhouse at Step.com or in stores where Step2 products are sold.

Step2 Grand Balcony Dollhouse gets Bragging Rights!

Heidi December 21, 2011 child, christmas, girl, review, toddler, toy

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Philips Norelco Vacuum Stubble & Beard Trimmer Pro Review

Perfect Even Stubble

“This powerful stubble and beard trimmer delivers superior trimming performance. The stubble comb has been specifically designed to create the perfect stubble you want. The integrated vacuum system captures hair for a no mess guarantee.”-Norelco

Best performance that feels great

Contour following comb for a precise and even trim

Brings maximum ease of use

Maintenance free blades
Multifunctional display
Travel Lock
Vacuum system captures cut hairs for mess-free trimming

Create the look you want

18 secured length settings from 1mm up to 18mm
Stubble comb designed to trim with more precision

Provides optimal power

Corded and cordless use for maximum power and freedom
Strong lithium-ion battery for optimal power use
Turbo power boost button boosts cutting and fan speed

“The stubble comb has been designed for giving more sight while you are trimming as there are no frontal teeth. Moreover, by applying the tip of the trimmer fine contours are possible, by applying the trimmer at different angle on the skin you get more control on individual hair length. This comb is ideal for a perfect stubble or a 5 o’clock shadow where every detail counts.”-Norelco

I am always on the lookout for great gift ideas for my hubby. It is hard to find things for him that he doesn’t already have. I was excited when I was introduced to The Philips Norelco Vacuum Beard and Stubble Trimmer Pro. I love that it has a vacuum which eliminates a lot of mess and clean up. It is kind of like it’s a gift for me as well Although I gave it to him for Christmas early it would make the perfect gift for him! He loves it! He really likes that it is both corded and cordless so he can easily use it either way making it convenient to use. He likes the variety of length settings and finds it easy to use and gets a great trim each time.

This is the perfect gift for the men on your Christmas list this year!

The Norelco Vacuum Beard and Stubble Trimmer Pro gets Bragging Rights!

Heidi December 19, 2011 christmas, dad, review

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Zillionz Real-Money Talking Cash Register Review

“It talks, it counts, it’s the 3 Language Talking Cash Register. It even teaches your child to count in three languages: English, Spanish and French. Use the handheld scanner to read barcode stickers (included) or call up a price check over the loudspeaker microphone. The talking keypad announces your entries and totals while the digital display shows them. The included credit card and play money will help you get started. When you’re tired of play money, use the cash drawer to store real bills and coins!”

Bug loves to play “store” with me so we have been having a lot of fun with his new Zillionz Real-Money Talking Cash Register. Right off we were both impressed by all the fun features. It has a real working calculator that talks as you use it. It is great for helping bug learn his numbers and math problems. The scanner actually scans! It comes with a big sheet of stickers you can put on items (we put them on some of Bug’s toys) and then you can scan them in like they are being purchased. The register will even add all the scans and tell you a total.

It comes with play money and that is what we have been using for now. It is made to fit real money so your kids can store their real money in it. What a fun little bank! It also comes with a plastic credit card and their is a spot to swipe the card and it says “Credit Approved”. Very cute!

Bug’s favorite part of the register is the real working microphone. You push the MIC button and hold it as you speak in the mic. We have lots of fun using this: “Attention shoppers, their is a sale on all toys today.” Bug can’t get enough of it, he thinks it is a blast to use.

Another great feature is the language options for Spanish and French as well as English. This is a great way for Bug to learn numbers in other languages. I also like that the batteries come included, that is nice for a change

This kids cash register toy really makes our time playing “store” much more fun. Bug also enjoys playing with it by himself. This makes a great Christmas gift for kids, I highly recommend it!

Zillionz Real-Money Talking Cash Register gets Bragging Rights!

Heidi December 19, 2011 child, christmas, educational, review, toy, tween

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Giving Back Through the RAZ “Random Acts of Zhu” Program

I always make a point of teaching Bug to give at Christmas time. Kids especially get caught up in the receiving of gifts and I feel it is so important to teach children that giving is much better than receiving. Each year we do what we can in small ways but we have never had the chance to do something big.

So I was thrilled when I was asked to participate in the RAZ (“Random Acts of Zhu”) Program. It is the 3^rd annual – and largest – community service program sponsored by Cepia, LLC the makers of ZhuZhu Pets®.

Last year, Cepia, LLC partnered with 100 bloggers and donated 10,000 toys to kids in need in through their 2010 RAZ program.

I was so excited to be a part of it this year! A couple weeks ago a HUGE shipment of Zhu Zhu pets toys arrived at our house. My son’s eyes lit up and he thought they were for him. I told him right away that their are kids who wouldn’t have a Christmas this year and that we would be giving all of these toys to those kids. I was very happy with his response and his excitement to help other children in need.

We chose to give all of the toys to our local Calvary Christian church so that they would be given to the family’s in the church who were in need of help this year for Christmas. Bug helped us with the delivery to the church and he was so happy to know that kids in need would have a great Christmas.

It was great to be able to help by giving kids Christmas and I am so happy Cepia allowed my family to be a part of it.

I encourage you all to give this Christmas season. Even if it’s just a meal to a family in need, or a few gift donations. It will make all the difference for them!

Merry Christmas!

Heidi December 19, 2011 child, christmas, toy

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Picnic Fun Tailgater Picnic Set on Wheels for 4 Review

I have been wanting a great Picnic Tote for a few years now for traveling. We don’t take too many road trips or vacations, but when we do, I like to pack as much of our own food so we don’t have to spend so much money eating out. Now that we have the Picnic fun Tailgater Picnic Set on Wheels for 4, that is going to much easier to do.

“The Picnic Fun website is the ideal location for anyone looking for the best picnic gear available. Here you can get the kinds of baskets, backpacks, and coolers that will keep plenty of food on hand, and in the best conditions possible. You can also find seating, beverage carriers and totes, blankets and mats, tables, portable grills, and so much more!”

I was so excited to choose something from Picnic Fun to review. I knew I wanted a Picnic Tote rather than a basket so that I could wedge it into the middle seat in our car (we like to have our food easily accessible while we are traveling Smile ). I found a lot of different totes that I really loved but ultimately went with the Tailgater Picnic Set on Wheels for 4. It is black, insulated, and made out of sturdy material that will definitely last for years to come. I love that it has a telescopic handle that I can use to wheel into hotel rooms, picnic areas, and anywhere else we decide to go! It also comes with a detachable utensil carrier that includes everything we would need to have a complete meal on the go. I am excited to take this on our next road trip which is coming up very soon.

Picnic Fun has such a great selection of the best picnic gear. Here are only a few products you will find on their website:

PICNIC BASKETS-There is something extra special about the look of a woven picnic basket, but there is also a tremendous amount of appeal to today’s modern durable fabric baskets too. Fortunately, our large array of picnic baskets makes it easy for anyone to find the perfect choice for their needs.

PICNIC TOTES-What is the difference between a picnic tote and a picnic basket? A lot of people get confused by the terminology, but anything described as totes and bags tends to mean that they are made from soft fabric, feature shoulder straps or handles, and utilize a barrel-like structure. They will never be made from the woven willow that a lot of picnic baskets feature as well.

INSULATED COOLERS-Have you ever tried to move a large cooler around on a beach? Have you struggled to move a full cooler while it sits on a grassy area? Traditional rigid coolers have to be much bulkier than seems necessary because of their insulation. They also tend to hold very little except the foods that need to be kept cold, and even then they might smash things together. This is the reason to checkout our incredible array of insulated coolers. They are designed to serve all of your picnicking needs, but they can also be used for a variety of other functions. For example, we have personal lunch coolers that will easily transport your daily lunch or meal in a stylish manner, but which will also keep foods at optimal temperatures too. These have exterior pockets that can hold cutlery, napkins, and the foods that don’t need to be contained within the cooler.

Not only does Picnic Fun have everything you need to pack your picnic, they have a great selection of accessories to really make your outing special. I was especially impressed with their picnic tables that actually fold up!! We could definitely use one of those. They also carry portable grills, picnic mats and blankets, picnic chairs, picnic backpacks and more!

Things that are BRAG WORTHY:

Huge selection
Something in every price range
Something to suit every need—from the occasional ‘picnic goer, to the die hard tailgater!
Find the best picnic gear all in one place
Makes a great gift for the family who loves taking outings!

Picnic Fun gets BRAGGING RIGHTS!!

Visit Picnic Fun on Facebook & Twitter!! You can also sign up for their newsletter!

Kim December 19, 2011 christmas, family, feeding, food, organization, review, travel, vacation

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Caillou Classic 14.5” Doll & Caillou Learning Train Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

“Caillou is a preschooler who delights in the small wonders of the world around him, embellishing everything he sees with his rich imagination. With a focus on role-playing and make-believe Caillou toys and games help spruce up reality with a healthy dose of imagination so your kids will be inspired to make up adventures of their own.”

Caillou Classic 14.5 inch Doll:

14.5” tall with head, hands and feet made of vinyl. Stimulates the imagination and creativity. Participates in the emotional development. Improve sociability and language. Boys and girls alike will enjoy hanging out with their pal, Caillou.

Caillou Learning Train:

“Little ones will love exploring the many activities featured with the Caillou Learning Train.

Caillou and his little sister Rosie love exploring and learning about the world around them. Now little ones can explore right along with them using the Caillou Learning Train. They’ll delight in watching Caillou move up and down as the train rolls when they wind the green key.

·Squeeze the steam to hear it squeak

·Move the colorful bead shapes along the bar

·Move the bell on the detachable train car to hear it ring, and more

·Includes Caillou and Rosie figures”

My 4 year old loves Caillou. He watches the show regularly and was so happy to get his first ever Caillou toys! (the doll and the train mentioned above). He has taken to the doll and even sleeps with it. It is especially fun to see him hold his Caillou doll as he watches the show. He has become fascinated with trains lately so his new Caillou train is perfect for him. It combines a train with one of his favorite characters. He thinks it’s fun to wind the green key and then the train moves. It doesn’t work on our carpet but it works great on our hard flooring. He also really likes that he can ring the bell, and squeak the steam. One thing that is a little annoying is that the heads of the 2 figures come off, it isn’t a big deal since they go right back on. But younger children may loose the heads or get frustrated. Overall we love both of these toys, they are bright and colorful and lots of fun!

These are such cute Caillou toys and make perfect Christmas gifts for your little Caillou fans!

“Like” the Official Caillou Facebook page to purchase the all-new Caillou toys.

Caillou Classic Doll & Learning Train get Bragging Rights!

One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a Caillou Classic 14.5” Doll and a Caillou Learning Train!

How to enter: Leave comments below with your qualifying entries. Leave a Separate comment for each entry telling us which you qualify for.

MANDATORY 1st entry- Visit the Official Caillou Facebook page and tell us another toy they have that your child would like (other than the ones I mentioned).

1st Mandatory Entry must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do the mandatory entry will be deleted.

3 entries- Like Caillou on Facebook.
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5 entries- Follow BraggingMommy Heidi on Google+.
1 entry for each- Follow The Bragging Mommy via: Facebook, Twitter, subscribe to emails, subscribe in reader.
1 entry per day- Mention this giveaway on your Facebook page linking to this post.
10 entries- Blog about this giveaway linking to this post. Leave a link.
1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway including a link to this post & @braggingmommy in your tweet.

You can enter this giveaway until Jan. 6th @10:00 am MST. The winner will then be chosen at random, verified and contacted via email. The winner will have 48 hours to email us back and claim the prize, if prize is not claimed within 48 hours a new winner will be chosen. By entering this giveaway you agree to The Bragging Mommy Full Disclosure. You must be over the age of 18 and live in the Contiguous US to enter. Sample & Prizing courtesy of Cookie Jar Entertainment.

Heidi December 16, 2011 child, christmas, giveaway, pre-school, review, toddler, toy, tv show

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Think Geek Air Swimmers Flying R/C Sea Life Review

Heeeeeere kitty kitty kitty…

“We’ll admit it. We saw that viral video of the kitty getting spooked by the RC flying shark and we went scrambling to get the digits of the folks who made them. Lo and behold, we found they made a Clownfish too! RC flying sea creatures are perfect for doling out justice to fish-stalking kitties or just scaring the pants off the guy in the next cube over. (If you wear headphones and have your backs to us, you’re just asking to get pranked.)

The AirSwimmers RC flying sea creatures stalk through the air with incredibly smooth and life-like motion. Fill your AirSwimmer with helium at the nearest party store, florist shop, or grocery store that carries balloons. (Or use the helium tank in your friendly mad scientist’s lab.) The AirSwimmer’s body is made from a high-quality, durable nylon material that will stay inflated for weeks and can be refilled over and over again. Grab the infra-red remote and you can guide the shark or clownfish up, down, and 360 degrees around.”-Think Geek

Product Specifications

For Ages 3 Years and Up
RC flying inflatable AirSwimmer toy
Hours of flying sea creature fun for the whole family
Durable, high-quality nylon material will stay inflated for weeks
Simply refill with new helium when the AirSwimmer doesn’t fly anymore
Remote functions: Climb, descend, and tail fin control for turning
Range: Up to 40 feet
Includes Shark or Clownfish and infra-red controller
Requires 4AAA batteries (not included)
Requires helium (not included, find it anywhere that sells balloons)
Length (with tail): 57 inches
Height (with fins): 36 inches
Note: Not to be used outdoors

My 4 year old squealed in delight when this package arrived at our house! We are lucky enough to have a relative who has a helium tank in his garage for his business so we took it over to his house and filled it with helium. If you don’t have a relative with helium, just take it to any store that fills balloons. Along with needing helium it also needs 4 AAA batteries so be sure to have those on hand. I chose the Clownfish cause I was a little worried about 4 year old Bug being scared of the shark (letting him watch Soul Surfer with me was probably not the best idea I’ve ever had). Once it was filled I was impressed by the size of the fish, it’s the real deal. Controlling it is a little tricky at first but once you get the hang of it, it’s not to bad. I love it really looks like it is swimming through the air. Super cool! Probably the best thing about it is that the whole family enjoys it and we have all spent time playing with it. Even our dogs are amused/intimidated by it, which is very entertaining I love that it is long lasting, we have had it filled for 2 weeks and it is still floating. Best of all once the helium runs out you can refill it with more. Nice.

This is a must have Christmas gift for your family this year!

You can purchase Air Swimmers and other unique gifts at www.ThinkGeek.com!

Think Geek Air Swimmers get Bragging Rights!

Heidi December 16, 2011 child, christmas, electronics, fashion, teen, toy, tween

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Trikke T5 Kids Carving Scooter Review and Kids Jogo Carving Scooter Giveaway [CLOSED]

“Awarded both the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award and The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval, the T5 helps kids enjoy a really fun, physical activity while building confidence in agility, balance and coordination. The three wheeled design allows kids to feel secure without the fear of falling – whether they are kicking around the neighborhood scooter-style, or propelling via the Trikke fluid carving motion. Performance and fun guaranteed.”-Trikke

My 4 year old really likes riding a scooter around the neighborhood. So I was excited to get the Trikke T5 Kids Carving Scooter for him. Since it has 3 wheels he was confident on it right away. I like that he can ride it like a regular scooter, but it is really cool that he can carve the scooter and ride with both feet up. It took a little while for him to get the motions needed to get the scooter going (a leaning back and forth motion). Watching some YouTube videos on the Trikke Tech YouTube Page helped us to know just how to ride it. But now that he has the hang of it he looks like a little pro! It is actually stinkin’ cute to watch him ride it He does have a little bit harder time going up hill, but I’m sure with time and practice that will improve. The kids in the neighborhood come up to him and say: “What kind of scooter is that? It’s so trikke2 cool!” And they all have to have a turn on it. I like that it has handle bar brakes so he can stop quickly if needed. My son is having a blast with his new scooter and I know come summer I won’t be able to get him off of it.

Things that are Brag Worthy:

For kids 4-8 years of age
Durable molded foot platforms, soft foam, colored hand grips
Adjustable handle bar height
Dual hand brakes with dual rear wheel braking system.
Three points of contact for a balanced and stable riding platform
5″ Polyurethane Wheels, Durable Steel frame construction

This Scooter is so much fun for kids and the PERFECT Christmas gift! Imagine how their eyes will light up when they see this under the tree!

You can get Free shipping with any order over $300! Visit www.trikke.com to see all Trikke products!

Trikke T5 Kids Carving Scooter gets Bragging Rights!

One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a Blue Trikke Jogo Kids Carving Scooter!

How to enter: Leave comments below with your qualifying entries. Leave a Separate comment for each entry telling us which you qualify for.

MANDATORY 1st entry- Visit Trikke and tell us another item they have besides the ones I mentioned.

1st Mandatory Entry must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do the mandatory entry will be deleted.

3 entries- “Like” Trikke on Facebook.
3 entries- Follow TrikkeTech on Twitter.
3 entries- Subscribe to the TrikkeTech YouTube Channel.
2 entries- Grab The Bragging Mommy button and put it on your blog. Leave a link.
5 entries- Follow BraggingMommy Heidi on Google+.
1 entry for each- Follow The Bragging Mommy via: Facebook, Twitter, subscribe to emails, subscribe in reader.
1 entry per day- Mention this giveaway on your Facebook page linking to this post.
10 entries- Blog about this giveaway linking to this post. Leave a link.
1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway, you can use this:

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You can enter this giveaway until Jan. 5th @10:00 am MST. The winner will then be chosen at random, verified and contacted via email. The winner will have 48 hours to email us back and claim the prize, if prize is not claimed within 48 hours a new winner will be chosen. By entering this giveaway you agree to The Bragging Mommy Full Disclosure. You must be over the age of 18 and live in the Contiguous US to enter.

Heidi December 15, 2011 child, christmas, giveaway, outdoor, review, toy

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Bright Starts InGenuity Automatic Baby Bouncer Review

“The only bouncer that truly bounces, powered by Hybridrive™ Technology. Traditional bouncer seats don’t actually bounce, but the InGenuity™ Automatic Bouncer™ features a unique technology that provides a smooth, consistent bounce that mimics mom’s natural bouncing motion and provides more than 2X the battery life of other bouncer seats.”

I am very picky when it comes to baby bouncers. So I was thrilled when this bouncer passed my every test! I truly love it! I had to assemble it piece by piece but it wasn’t very hard, it comes with good easy to follow directions and only took me about 10 minutes. It requires 3 C batteries that are not included.

Once it was together I admired how cute it is. I love the color scheme and patterns. They aren’t cheesy like some baby items can be and have a modern feel which I like to have in my baby stuff. I also like that it is very gender neutral which is perfect since I don’t yet know if I am having a girl or a boy.

My friend who has a new 4 week old baby came over to visit and we tried out this bouncer with her. I LOVE that the seat doesn’t make baby sit up too much which is a must have if you are going to use it for a newborn. It is a cozy little nest that baby can fit in comfortably from 6 lbs. to 25 lbs. The newborn padding makes it even cozier for a small baby and is removable for an older baby.

I like that the padding hangs off the frame so baby is sitting on only the padding itself and there are no uncomfortable bars behind her. My friends baby loved the bouncing and fell asleep quickly after being put in it. It is nice that you can adjust the bouncing level for your baby. It has nature sounds and soothing music that is a great addition.

The toy bar is really cute and moves to a lot of different positions so you can have it in front of baby as well as back and out of the way if needed. It is also completely removable.

A couple things to consider, this bouncer doesn’t fold down so it isn’t ideal for traveling with. And the manual says a larger baby might make it so the bouncing feature doesn’t work. For me these aren’t a big deal since the good outweighs them and I will most likely use the bouncing feature most when the baby is newborn.

Things that are Brag Worthy:

Automatic Bounce that mimics mom’s natural motion
3 point safety harness keeps baby secure
10 melodies and nature sounds to soothe baby
Removable toy bar – pivots back for easy access to baby
Machine washable seat pad, bolster, and head rest
Integrated, cushioned foot rest and bolster for baby’s comfort
Hybridrive™ Technology extends battery life so batteries last more than 2X longer
Non-slip feet

After all of the Holiday planning you may be too pooped to rock baby but the InGenuity Automatic Bouncer mimics mom’s natural bouncing to ensure a break for you and no tears from baby. Powered by Hybridrive™ Technology this bouncer is the only one that truly bounces and is a must-have for surviving the Holidays. It also, makes a great gift for an expectant mom or new baby!

Right now you can Print a coupon for $10 off any Ingenuity Product! (Expires Dec. 31st, 2011). See this bouncer and other Bright Starts Products at www.Brightstarts.com.

Bright Starts Ingenuity Bouncer gets Bragging Rights!

Heidi December 15, 2011 baby, christmas, nursery, review

Brag Worthy Christmas- Oliver the Elf Has Been Busy!

Harrison & Ruben have been having so much fun waking up every morning to see what their elf friend Ollie has been up to!

Apparently Oliver wanted to take a joy ride… on Ruben’s birthday balloons! He’s probably not used to birthday balloons up at the North Pole, so wanted to give one a spin… looks like fun, Ollie!

One morning we thought Oliver must have been missing his reindeer friends up north…

And this morning we got a fun Christmas message from Ollie- he’s really become a part of our family!

Parents can purchase a Travel Ticket for an Elf to come visit their children! See all the details at www.elf-magic.com.

Joanna December 15, 2011 christmas

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Kinetic Fountains Review

“Kinetic Fountains is about truly living, experiencing, and enjoying life. Our focus lies in sharing memories and connections with others, as well as enhancing people’s connection with nature. We aim to help you achieve a deeper sense of peace and tranquility through the superior quality fountains, waterfalls and other water features we offer.

We want to share our love of people, nature and life with you through our hand picked products and our unique combination of Southern hospitality, sophisticated design sense and personal dedication to service. Let us bring …waterfalls, rivers and lakes right into your home through our exquisite water features. Each one of our products has been carefully inspected by our team of product specialists to ensure that it meets our high standards of quality, craftsmanship and aesthetics.”

To be honest with you, I wasn’t quite sure what I would do with a fountain from Kinetic Fountains. It only took me a few minutes to look through their website to realize that I had use for one after all!! In fact, after going through their HUGE selection of fountains (of every kind), I found several that I could see in my future Smile .

I received the Stacked Rocks Tabletop Fountain from Kinetic Fountains and I have plans to give it as a thank you gift. I think it will look great in an office and create a nice calming atmosphere for everyone that sees (and hears) it. There were several other tabletop fountains that would be a great gift for anyone with an office….at home or at work!

I have to say, my all time favorite fountains were the Logo Fountains. In a few years, my husband may own his own dental practice and I totally see one of these fountains in his waiting room!! Heaven knows that dental patients need something to calm them before sitting in the dental chair right? What better way to do it than to use the soothing sound of flowing water!! Plus they look so professional. If I have a say in the office décor, we will definitely be getting a Wall Fountain!!

Don’t need an indoor fountain? How about one for your yard or garden. A garden fountain can be an ideal focal point for your garden and you are sure to find one you love with Kinetic Fountains large selection of them!!

Things that are BRAG WORTHY:

HUGE selection of every type of fountain
Fountains create a soothing, calming atmosphere
Custom fountains available
Easy way to dress up space
Simple operation

Kinetic Fountains gets BRAGGING RIGHTS!!

Visit them on their Facebook & Twitter. Also sign up for their newsletter so you don’t miss a thing!

Kim December 15, 2011 christmas, gifts, home, review

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Prince Lionheart Toddler Bundle Giveaway [CLOSED]

One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a Prince Lionheart Toddler Bundle! Includes: Universal Drawer Organizer, boosterPOD in choice of color, 2-Stage Seat Saver in choice of color.

How to enter: Leave comments below with your qualifying entries. Leave a Separate comment for each entry telling us which you qualify for.

MANDATORY 1st entry- Sign up for the Prince Lionheart Newsletter.

1st Mandatory Entry must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do the mandatory entry will be deleted.

3 entries- “Like” Prince Lionheart on Facebook.
3 entries- Follow Prince Lionheart on Twitter.
3 entries- Follow BraggingMommy Heidi on Google+.
2 entries- Grab The Bragging Mommy button and put it on your blog. Leave a link.
1 entry for each- Follow The Bragging Mommy via: Facebook, Twitter, subscribe to emails, subscribe in reader.
2 entries- Blog about this giveaway. Leave a link.
1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway, you can use this:

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You can enter this giveaway until Jan. 3rd @10:00 am MST. The winner will then be chosen at random, verified and contacted via email. The winner will have 48 hours to email us back and claim the prize, if prize is not claimed within 48 hours a new winner will be chosen. By entering this giveaway you agree to The Bragging Mommy Full Disclosure. You must be over the age of 18 and live in the Contiguous US to enter.

Heidi December 13, 2011 child, christmas, giveaway, toddler, travel

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Shop The World’s Best Boutiques at FarFetch.com

The Christmas shopping season is upon us and I love it! I love picking the perfect gifts for each person on my list. Like me I’m sure you have some women on your list (and if not you have to make your own list), so I wanted to tell you all about FarFetch.com.

“farfetch.com forms the hub of a global fashion community that unites independent boutiques around the world with fashion lovers.

Our boutiques are diverse, each representing a different facet of fashion, and each with a very individual viewpoint on it.

Uniting our network of boutiques in one place means that there are over 1000 fashion labels to shop from, for both women and men.

You can shop from any boutique within our network and we will deliver your order directly to your door, wherever you are in the world.”

When shopping for the women on your list this year you can’t go wrong with Jewelry and Shoes. Far Fetch has gorgeous designer jewelry she will absolutely adore.

What girl doesn’t love designer shoes?! Not one that I’ve met Shoes just have a way of making me feel happy. They can complete a look, make me taller (those long legs I’ve always longed for) and make me feel gorgeous! I have my eye on several fabulous pairs from Far Fetch. They are on my Christmas list and I hope I get a pair!

Be sure to check out FarFetch.com for your holiday shopping this Christmas!

Heidi December 13, 2011 beauty, christmas, dad, fashion, jewelry, mommy

Who Will Bailout Santa? Help Save Santa & Win an iPad 2

You can click the infographic below to see it in a larger format.

This infographic was commissioned by First Choice.
Join the conversation on Twitter, #savesanta,
for the chance to win an iPad2.

Heidi December 13, 2011 christmas, contest

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Modify Watches Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

“Modify Watches, the leading interchangeable watch brand uniting accessible fashion with unique personality, unveiled today its sophomore collection of time telling wristwear. Created with the same hip attitude of its original, but in two sizes “Big” and “Bigger,” Modify’s new line offers a sleek, streamlined design, a slimmer face and water resistance capabilities.

A modern take on those swappable bands of the 90’s, Modify Watches are created for the under-the-radar fashion enthusiast looking to make a bold statement in one go-with-anything accessory. Offered in a variety of colors and patterns that can be mixed and matched to the wearers liking—Modify Watches focuses on the expression of individuality and personal creativity. For those looking to bring some flavor into their wardrobe without making their own combination, Modify provides a number of pre-matched sets like ‘Bar Fight’ Black and Blue and ‘Big Pimp-kin’ Orange and White. Modify watches are attainably priced at just $40/combination.”

I was so excited when I came across Modify Watches, I love that you can swap out different faces and straps to create a completely unique watch! I ordered a watch for my little brother who is 14. I chose the black face and two colored straps. When it arrived I was very impressed by how good looking the watch is, with both straps. My brother LOVES his watch and says that his friends at school are all asking where they can get one. He is quite the trend setter now He loves that he can swap out the straps and he is excited to order more and other faces. He said he really likes how comfortable it is to wear and loves the feeling of the straps on this arm while he is wearing the watch. He also loves that it is water proof so he never has to worry about ruining it with water.

Things that are Brag Worthy:

Every face can be put into every strap. 3 faces and 3 straps create 9 watches! We call them factorials of fun.
With two size options, you choose the amount of attention you want. Either way: you have chosen…wisely.
Enjoy a swim in your infinity pool or shower in style. Modify Watches are now water-resistant!

Modify Watches make an excellent gift for this Christmas! Visit www.ModifyWatches.com to order!

Modify Watches get Bragging Rights!

One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a Modify Watch in their size preference with 1 Face and 2 Straps of their Choice!

How to enter: Leave comments below with your qualifying entries. Leave a Separate comment for each entry telling us which you qualify for.

MANDATORY 1st entry- Visit Modify Watches

1st Mandatory Entry must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do the mandatory entry will be deleted.

3 entries- Like Modify Watches on Facebook.
3 entries- Sign up for the Modify Watches Newsletter.
3 entries- Follow ModifyWatches on Twitter.
2 entries- Grab The Bragging Mommy button and put it on your blog. Leave a link.
5 entries- Subscribe to The Bragging Mommy emails.
1 entry for each- Follow The Bragging Mommy via Google Friend Connect, Facebook, Twitter, subscribe in reader.
10 entries- Blog about this giveaway linking to this post. Leave a link to your post.
1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway: including a link to his post, @ModifyWatches & @braggingmommy in your tweet.

You can enter this giveaway until Jan. 2nd @10:00 am MST. The winner will then be chosen at random, verified and contacted via email. The winner will have 48 hours to email us back and claim the prize, if prize is not claimed within 48 hours a new winner will be chosen. By entering this giveaway you agree to The Bragging Mommy Full Disclosure. You must be over the age of 18 and live in the Contiguous US to enter.

Heidi December 12, 2011 child, christmas, dad, giveaway, mommy, review, teen, tween

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Growing Tree Toys Playmobil Robbers Amphibious Vehicle Play Set Review

The Playmobil Robber’s Amphibious Vehicle Play Set is making an escape from Bank Central with piles of play money! Kids will have a blast with this land-to-sea Playmobil Amphibious Vehicle Play Set as they outmaneuver the cops and make it home in time for dinner. The Playmobil Amphibious Vehicle Play Set includes the water and land vehicle that actually floats, a robber figure, crowbar, shotgun, 2 cases stolen from “Bank Central” and Euro-style play money so kids can make a suave getaway by land or sea every time! Compatible with the Playmobil Underwater Motor, sold separately.

My boys are obsessed with anything containing wheels. And I’m not exaggerating when I say the word obsessed. So when I let them open their Growing Tree Toys Playmobil Robbers Amphibious Vehicle Play Set, they were jumping up and down. I was going to wait for Christmas, but my youngest accidentally caught a sneak peek and it was all over. They absolutely love this vehicle. I love that it is obviously high quality- so many of their cheap cars are so poor at driving, turning, etc, but this car is awesome. They push it back and forth to each other to see how far it can go, which is usually pretty far! This play set has a few small pieces, so it’s definitely for older children. I decided to keep the smaller pieces separate for a while, just because we often have playdates at our house with little ones. But they will love it even without them, and someday when I give them back they’ll have a whole new way of playing! The coolest thing about the vehicle is that it is “land and water”, and it floats! I let them take it in the bath some nights and they think it is the coolest thing ever. Be sure to check out Growing Tree Toys for this, and other awesome children’s toys that will finish up your Christmas list!

Things that are Brag Worthy:

Includes the water and land vehicle that actually floats, robber figure, crowbar, shotgun, 2 cases stolen from “bank central” and play money
Compatible with the Playmobil Underwater Motor {sold separately}
It is “land-to-sea”, so it floats!
Makes a great, affordable Christmast gift, along with tons of other great toys from Growing Tree Toys.
Great, high quality vehicle that drives easily

GrowingTreeToys.com is more than just a toy website – it’s the perfect virtual representation of our store, offering customers the amazing service, wonderful toys and robust features they deserve while shopping online. Featuring a carefully chosen, well-rounded toy selection, unique product details and descriptions, great information on play, helpful suggestions for gift givers, the best gift finder available, and so much more, GrowingTreeToys.com is truly a specialty toy website with the health and happiness of children at heart.

In addition to making children happy with the best educational toys, we want every customer to have a great experience while shopping with us online, which led us to create the Growing Tree Toys Promise. Our Promise is to offer:

A thoughtful selection of thousands of toys for children of all ages
100% safe shopping on our secure website
An in-stock guarantee – if our site says an item is in stock, and we cannot ship it right away, it’s free!
Same day shipping for orders placed before 12:00 PM EST
Easy, hassle-free returns
110% superior service – we want to make you happy!

We think you will agree – we offer customers a truly one-of-a-kind toy shopping experience in both our store and on our website. We invite you to join us and experience the wonder that comes from play and the wonderful world of good toys at Growing Tree Toys!

Purchase the Playmobil Robbers Amphibious Vehicle Play Set from Growing Tree Toys, or check out their selection of other great toys!

Growing Tree Toys Playmobil Robbers Amphibious Vehicle Play Set gets Bragging Rights!

Joanna December 12, 2011 christmas, review, toy

Bragworthy Christmas Inch Blue Soft Leather Baby Shoes Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

I like most girls LOVE shoes! Even if they are cute shoes for my 2 girls. I love the new Soft leather baby shoes that Inch Blue carries. They are the perfect combination of functionality, personality and cuteness. I love how many different styles that they come in. Each style comes in several different colors for boys and girls.

Inch Blue Shoes are soft and stretchy shoes that my daughter loves to wear.

“We understand your baby’s feet aren’t just smaller versions of your own, they’re a completely different shape. They’re softer and plumper with hardly any hard bone in them at all. baby feet

Inch Blue shoes have been designed to give total comfort for little growing feet. They are made exclusively from soft natural leather allowing your baby’s feet to breathe.

And they’re not just for babies, Inch Blue make shoes for toddlers and children aged up to 6 years, which make them ideal for use in nurseries.” (Inch blue shoes website)

Things that are Bragworthy:

These shoes are perfect for babies and toddlers.
Soft and stretchy Leather that will last
Supple non-slip suede soles ideal for tiled and wooden floors.
Soft breathable leather that protects and allows feet to grow naturally
Elasticated Ankles for ease of fit and ensures shoes really do stay on
Recommended for babies as the next best thing to bare feet
Loved by toddlers
Cute styles for children up to 6 yrs old!
Perfect Christmas Gift and Stocking Stuffer

All of these cute styles of shoes can be purchased at www.inch-blue.com

Inch Blue Soft Leather Baby Shoes gets Bragging Rights!

One lucky winner will receive a pair of Inch Blue Soft Leather Shoes! This giveaway is open to those that live in UK, Europe, Canada, USA.

How to enter: Leave comments below with your qualifying entries. Leave a Separate comment for each entry telling us which you qualify for.

MANDATORY 1st entry- Visit Inch Blue Shoes and let us know your favorite pair.

1st Mandatory Entry must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do the mandatory entry will be deleted.

3 entries- Like Inch Blue on Facebook
3 entries- Follow Inch Blue on twitter

2 entries- Grab The Bragging Mommy button and put it on your blog. Leave a link.
5 entries- Subscribe to The Bragging Mommy emails.
1 entry for each- Follow The Bragging Mommy via Google Friend Connect, Facebook, Twitter, subscribe in reader.
10 entries- Blog about this giveaway linking to this post. Leave a link to your post.
1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway: including a link to his post, @inchblue & @braggingmommy in your tweet.

Briann December 12, 2011 accessories, baby, child, christmas, giveaway, review, shoes, toddler

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Chuck E. Cheese’s Gift Cards Make Perfect Stocking Stuffers + Family Guest Pass Giveaway (2 winners!)

“With the holiday season quickly approaching, family entertainment leader Chuck E. Cheese’s is offering the perfect jumpstart to spreading the season’s cheer with a gift sure to be on any kid’s wish list – great fun! Moms, dads and gifting-gurus alike can appreciate the gift that keeps on giving with Chuck E. Cheese’s gift cards. Redeemable at any store location, anytime, gift-givers can load fun onto Chuck E. Cheese’s gift cards for a perfect way to give kids freedom to purchase the things that interest them most while creating fun, lasting holiday memories with friends and family.

“The holiday season is all about having fun and enjoying time spent with family, but the stress of finding the perfect gifts for kids can be difficult,” said Brenda Holloway, Chuck E. Cheese’s marketing manager. “Chuck E. Cheese’s gift cards are a great solution for gift-givers because not only are they simple and easy, but even the most particular of children can appreciate the freedom of creating their own fun at Chuck E. Cheese’s.”

Chuck E. Cheese’s gift cards are quick and easy stocking-stuffer solutions and, like all Chuck E. Cheese’s activities, are something the whole family can enjoy. While picking up necessary holiday supplies, parents can stop by their nearest Chuck E. Cheese’s store or any participating CVS, Target and Walgreens locations to purchase a gift card. Parents can load any amount onto Chuck E. Cheese’s gift cards, and as part of their terms and conditions, there are no expiration dates or service/reactivation fees for unused card balances. The perfect way to add a special touch to presents for friends and family, Chuck E. Cheese’s gift cards are sure to brighten the holiday season of any recipient.”

Chuck E. Cheese’s Gift Cards make perfect Stocking Stuffers any kid will surely Love!

2 Lucky Bragging Mommy Readers will win a Chuck E. Cheese’s Family Guest Pass! (Valid for 1 Large Pizza, 4 drinks, & 30 tokens).

How to enter: Leave comments below with your qualifying entries. Leave a Separate comment for each entry telling us which you qualify for.

MANDATORY 1st entry- Visit Chuck E. Cheese’s website and tell us something you saw or learned there.

1st Mandatory Entry must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do the mandatory entry will be deleted.

3 entries- Like Chuck E. Cheese on Facebook.
3 entries- Sign up for the Chuck E. Cheese’s Email Club.
3 entries- Follow chuckecheese on Twitter.
2 entries- Grab The Bragging Mommy button and put it on your blog. Leave a link.
5 entries- Subscribe to The Bragging Mommy emails.
1 entry for each- Follow The Bragging Mommy via Google Friend Connect, Facebook, Twitter, subscribe in reader.
10 entries- Blog about this giveaway linking to this post. Leave a link to your post.
1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway: including a link to his post, @chuckecheese & @braggingmommy in your tweet.

Heidi December 12, 2011 child, christmas, gift card, giveaway

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Mohawk Home Area Rug Review and Rug of Choice Giveaway ($400 Value!)

“Mohawk Home, the rug division of Mohawk Industries, is the largest manufacturer of area rugs, indoor and outdoor mats, and washable rugs in the United States.

Because we participate in a fashion industry, Mohawk Home employs a team of design professionals specifically recruited for their expertise in textiles and floor covering innovation. With a commitment to relevance in style we are continuously creating trend setting designs and constructions as well as updating timeless classics.

While we view ourselves as an innovative, fashion-design company, we never lose focus on our mission to produce the highest quality and value-oriented products possible, while minimizing our impact on the world around us. As part of the largest flooring manufacturer in the world, we are able to control quality from raw materials to the finished product. Through sustainable manufacturing and the dedication of our associates we can ensure that the Mohawk product always delivers the best value at the best price with world-class service.”-Mohawk Home

I wanted to get a rug for our family room so I started looking for an Area Rug from Mohawk Home. They have such a wonderful selection of rugs to choose from that it was hard to narrow down my decision. I ultimately decided on the Mohawk Home Kodiak Buckskin 8 ft. by 10 ft. Area Rug in Brown because I knew it would be a perfect match for our home and decor.

When my rug arrived I was so excited to put it in our family room.

Here is our Family Room Before our new Mohawk Rug:

Here is our Family Room After, with our New Mohawk Rug:

It is such a gorgeous rug! It is nice and plush, very soft and the mixture of brown, off white, tan and gold colors in it is beautiful. I couldn’t believe how much better our family room looks with this rug in it. It made it so cozy and warm. Now it really feels like a family room to me. I had always felt like the room was too big and open and this was the added touch it needed.

Our 4 year old has never just laid on the floor in our family room but since we put this rug there, he will lay on it and watch TV and roll around playing. It is a very plush shag rug that is super comfy. He is really enjoying it, along with the rest of the family. I love that this rug has made it such a cozy place for him and everyone in our family to enjoy

If you don’t have an area rug in your family room or in another room of your home, I highly recommend purchasing a Mohawk Home Rug. It is a great quality rug and has made a huge difference in the look of our home!

Mohawk has a great selection of rugs for the whole house and in all price ranges. They make perfect Christmas gifts that the whole family will enjoy for years to come.

Mohawk Home is having a Make it a Home for the Holidays Sweepstakes! One lucky winner will receive a $1,000 visa gift card to spruce up their home! Winner will be chosen January 2nd, 2011 and announced by Jan 31st, 2011. Get your friends to enter and increase your chances of winning! Each friend who enters from your suggestion will earn you an additional entry into the contest up to 5 friends! Enter and see all the details on the Mohawk Home Facebook Page. custom_banner_1319124636

Mohawk Home Rugs get Bragging Rights!

One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a Mohawk Rug of Choice! Up to a $400 Value! (Rug can be up to size 5×8 and under $400.)

How to enter: Leave comments below with your qualifying entries. Leave a Separate comment for each entry telling us which you qualify for.

MANDATORY 1st entry- Visit the Mohawk Home Retailers page, click on a retailer and tell us which Mohawk rug is your favorite.

1st Mandatory Entry must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do the mandatory entry will be deleted.

3 entries- Like Mohawk Home on Facebook.
3 entries- Follow @mohawk_home on Twitter.
3 entries- Subscribe to the Mohawk Home YouTube Channel.
2 entries- Grab The Bragging Mommy button and put it on your blog. Leave a link.
1 entry for each- Follow The Bragging Mommy via Google Friend Connect, Facebook, Twitter, subscribe to emails, subscribe in reader.
10 entries- Blog about this giveaway linking to this post and mohawkhome.com. Leave a link.
1 entry per day- Post about this giveaway on your Facebook page including a link to this post.
1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway. You can use this:

#Win A Mohawk Home Rug $400 Value from @mohawk_home & @braggingmommy / http://tinyurl.com/6sbx8ut / (ends 1/6)

You can enter this giveaway until January 6th @10:00 am MST. The winner will then be chosen at random, verified and contacted via email. The winner will have 48 hours to email us back and claim the prize, if prize is not claimed within 48 hours a new winner will be chosen. By entering this giveaway you agree to The Bragging Mommy Full Disclosure. You must be over the age of 18 and live in the Contiguous US to enter.

Heidi December 9, 2011 christmas, decor, giveaway, home, review

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Paci Plushies are the Perfect Gift & Stocking Stuffer for Baby

If you have had a baby then you know that their pacifier is a great tool to keep baby happy. They love the sucking it really provides comfort and soothing for them. But unfortunately babies have a hard time finding their pacifier once it drops out of their mouth.

That is why Paci Plushies are such a great product!

So what are Paci Plushies?

“Paci-Plushies are the ultimate Cuddle Comfort™. The soft, lightweight animals attach to nearly all brands of pacifiers using a patent pending Hug Ring™. Over 200 varieties of pacifiers can be used with Paci-Plushies™, so let your baby be picky! Paci-Plushies™ are The Huggable Holders™ that Mom’s love as much as Babies! Pacifier included. Even celebrity moms craze about the adorable Paci Pacifier Paci-Plushies. Gisele Bundchen’s & Tom Brady’s son Benjamin was spotted with our Milo the Monkey.

The Paci-Plushies pacifiers for babies ship worldwide and are available in trendy boy, girl and neutral animal themes such as Paisley the Panda, Milo the Monkey, Cuddles the Cat, Lovie the Lamb, Baby the Bear, Bentley the Bear, Pixie the Puppy, and P-Nut The Puppy. They retail for $14.98 at PaciPlushies.com.”

Paci Plushies are the innovative way to hold a pacifier for your baby, making it easy for them to find their paci and put it back in their mouth.

About Stacy Dallman:
“Stacy Dallman, a Lyndonville, NY native, is also the founding CEO at Paci Plushies. Stacy Dallman is married to Kevin Dallman, former NHL hockey player. Currently Kevin plays for the KHL in Astana, Kazakhstan. Kevin and Stacy currently have 2 children, Noah and Ava.
When Stacy isn’t running the business out of her home in Kazakhstan, she’s running the ‘Lokomotiv Wives Foundation’ charity for those wives affected by the Lokomotiv plane crash.”

The first 10 Bragging Mommy Readers will get 25% off their purchase! Use code: FirstTen at checkout.

Visit www.PaciPlushies.com to take advantage of this great offer and purchase Paci Plushies for the babies or expecting moms on your Christmas list this year.

Watch for our review of Paci Plushies coming soon…

Heidi December 9, 2011 baby, christmas, nursery

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Roku 2 HD Streaming Digital Media Player Review

The easiest way to stream on TV

“Meet Roku—the original, best-selling streaming player. With Roku, it’s a snap to enjoy the best movies and TV shows, live sports, music, games and more—all instantly on your TV, whenever you want it.

No PC needed
Roku connects easily to your TV and wireless (Wi-Fi) network at home. Be up and streaming in minutes.

You can do it
With the simple remote, you choose what you want to watch, and it starts instantly. It’s even more convenient than watching a DVD.

No extra monthly bills
Access your existing subscriptions like Netflix. Enjoy tons of free movies, shows, and music. Or browse the latest blockbusters available on demand.

Always getting better
Roku brings you endless entertainment choices, and we’re adding more all the time. So you’ll always find something new to watch, hear and enjoy.”

I was so excited to get the Roku 2 HD Streaming Player. We love watching Netflix and I was so excited to have a way to watch on our TV with the Roku Digital Media Streamer. It is really easy to set up and use. It has step by step set up instructions and they are really simple and fast. We stream a great quality video with the Roku 2 HD (this also depends on your internet connection & speed) and really enjoy having the player.

I also love that it is small and doesn’t take up a lot of space in our entertainment stand. The remote is also small which I like. I also appreciate that the remote doesn’t have a lot of buttons, my 4 year can easily use the remote on his own to watch his favorite Netflix shows.

But it isn’t just Netflix you can watch. You can Watch Netflix, Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant Video, Crackle and more on Roku Player. I love that with the Roku player I have all this Digital Media at my fingertips!

Last year we gave my mother in law a Roku player and it was the perfect gift! She has used it so much and loves it. Give the gift of streaming this year with a Roku Player!

You can see additional info and purchase a Roku Player by visiting www.Roku.com!

Roku 2 HD gets Bragging Rights!

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Heidi December 9, 2011 christmas, dad, electronics, entertainment, family, mommy, review

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ CP Toys Jumbo Soft Wild Animals Set Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

I have been on the lookout for a set of Animals for my son for one of his Christmas presents. I have looked at all the stores around town and just couldn’t find anything that wasn’t too expensive, or that didn’t look like it would break after a few days of play. Now I don’t have to look any further! I found the perfect set of Jumbo Soft Wild Animals for E at CP Toys and I think he is going to love them!

“US Toy/Constructive Playthings is a family owned business serving loyal customers since 1953! We strive to inspire learning, creativity, and fun by offering a unique mix of high quality products with unparalleled play value for children. Our success can be attributed to strict adherence of the values and principles set forth by our company founders, like the commitment to forgo selling violent toys. We hope to continue providing both unique product offerings and top flight customer service for many years to come!”

I was excited when the Jumbo Soft Wild Animal Set showed up on my door step. I was super surprised too. I guess I didn’t read the description very well because these animals were quite large! But that is ok because my son will love them even more! They are soft too so my sons little hands will be able to pick them up easily. I am really happy with this animal playset.

I always find it refreshing to shop at stores that don’t carry the same old products that everyone else does. While I do sometimes buy my kids trendy toys that all the other kids have, I also want them to have toys that are unique and create a lot of imaginative play. CP Toys has all that and more! Their selection of Toys is awesome and I saw several that each of my kids would love to have….like the On-a-Roll Art Center. I may have to buy it for my girls who LOVE to create pictures and paper designs!!

They also make it so easy to find the perfect kids toy! You can shop by category, price, and age/grade. It’s one of those perfect toy stores that you don’t have to spend 2 hours just trying to find puzzles Smile .

Things that are BRAG WORTHY:

Unique toys
Easy to find the perfect toy
Great place to buy Christmas gifts
Large selection
Lots of Educational toys for kids

CP Toys gets BRAGGING RIGHTS!!

CP Toys is generously giving away a set of Jumbo Soft Wild Animals to one lucky reader!!

MANDATORY 1st entry- Visit CP Toys and tell us another product you would love to have from there!

1st Mandatory Entry must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do the mandatory entry will be deleted

2 entries- Like CP Toys on Facebook.
2 entries- Follow CP Toys on Twitter.
3 entries- Sign up for Email Specials (and receive 15% off if you do)
2 entries- Grab The Bragging Mommy button and put it on your blog. Leave a link.
1 entry for each- Follow The Bragging Mommy via Google Friend Connect, Facebook, Twitter, subscribe to emails, subscribe in reader.
10 entries- Blog about this giveaway linking to this post. Leave a link.
1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway including a link to this post, & @braggingmommy and @CPToy in your tweet.

You can enter this giveaway until December 30th @10:00 am MST. The winner will then be chosen at random, verified and contacted via email. The winner will have 48 hours to email us back and claim the prize, if prize is not claimed within 48 hours a new winner will be chosen. By entering this giveaway you agree to The Bragging Mommy Full Disclosure. You must be over the age of 18 and live in the Contiguous US to enter.

Kim December 9, 2011 baby, boy, child, christmas, girl, giveaway, review, toddler, toy

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ QuickSmart 3 in 1 Travel Bassinet Review

We decided to travel to Texas this year for Christmas and I was a little worried about traveling with baby Charlotte. I was wondering what she would sleep in at my mother in laws and if we needed her to nap what would she nap in? Then I was sent the Quicksmart 3 in 1 Travel Bassinet and my problems were solved!

I decided to try it out and see how baby Charlotte would like it, well she loved it! She laid in their and just looked around and didn’t fuss once. I love how easy it is to unfold and put together.

I also love that it is a changing pad, bassinet and diaper bag all in one! All of my necessities fit on the outside of the bag. It even has a place to put wipes!

“Every baby needs a smart convertible. The QuickSmart 3-in-1 Travel Bassinet converts from diaper bag to hygienic changer, to structured bassinet.” ( Quicksmart website)

This would be an awesome gift for any new Mom for Christmas! It’s perfect for traveling and everyday use.

Things that are Bragworthy:

Diaper bag, change station, bassinet
Organizes baby essentials
Compact & flat when folded
Suitable from birth
Easy care, easy-wear fabrics
Washable 100% cotton sheet
Perfect for Traveling
Great Christmas Gift!

The Quicksmart 3 in 1 Travel Bassinet can be purchased at www.quicksmartgo.com

The 3 in 1 Travel Bassinet by Quicksmart gets Bragging Rights!

Briann December 9, 2011 accessories, baby, christmas, diaper bag, review

Brag Worthy Christmas ~ Kushyfoot Flats-to-Go & Diamond Tights Review

“Kushyfoot is the first hosiery brand to incorporate the ancient healing art of Reflexology in trouser and knee highs, foot covers, toe covers, athletic socks, tights and men’s socks to massage with every step.

The massage action works by providing extra comfort through its 3 dimensional padded and wavy design and it provides a cushion between bare feet and the hard soles of a shoe. The Kushyfoot sole helps relieve tension and discomfort in achy feet, thereby helping to relieve stress and fatigue throughout the entire body. These therapeutic socks protect your feet and leave you feeling refreshed all day!

Kushyfoot offers assorted styles to complement every type of footwear from foot covers, toe covers to trouser socks and sheer knee highs for ladies. Also available are tights, sheer and opaque fashion knee socks. These womens hosiery products are made of soft elastane and premium nylon for ultimate comfort and extra durability.”

I love looking great but I also love comfort so I was thrilled when I was introduced to Kushyfoot. I received 2 of their products to review:

“NEW Zebra print Flats-to-go ®! Soft, flexible faux leather Flats-to-go ® are an instant and elegant solution to a perennial need for the relief of sore heels, blisters and scrunched up toes. Featuring an elastic back for a better fit, and a unique, 3-dimensional wavy sole that cushions and massages the foot as the wearer walks-perfect for indoor and smooth outdoor surfaces. They slip neatly and easily into their owner’s purse, folded into a cute clear plastic carrier with its own little handles.”

“Dress your legs in fashion – New Kushyfoot Diamond Tights with 3-dimensional massaging sole adds style and flare to your wardrobe. 3 pairs per order.

Instructions : Pull tights on, walk around and allow your feet to be pampered.”

I love both products! The Flats to Go are a must have to be in my purse at all times. I have had many times when I am stuck in my high heels and find myself walking a long distance. Now I have Flats to Go in my purse and I can just grab them out and replace my heels with flats. Sweet relief for my feet!

The tights are so comfy. I have never had a pair of tights that felt so good on my feet. They really do massage my feet with each step. I am hooked on Kushyfoot Flats to Go and Tights!

Kushyfoot products make such fabulous gifts for the gals in your life. I especially recommend the Flats to Go. Give them to your sisters, mom, girl friends, they will love them! And their cute little packaging is so fun!

Visit www.Kushyfoot.com to see all their fabulous products to pamper your feet!

Kushyfoot gets Bragging Rights!

Heidi December 9, 2011 christmas, mommy, review, teen

Brings maximum ease of use

Create the look you want

Provides optimal power

Heeeeeere kitty kitty kitty…

Harrison & Ruben have been having so much fun waking up every morning to see what their elf friend Ollie has been up to!

Apparently Oliver wanted to take a joy ride… on Ruben’s birthday balloons! He’s probably not used to birthday balloons up at the North Pole, so wanted to give one a spin… looks like fun, Ollie!

One morning we thought Oliver must have been missing his reindeer friends up north…

And this morning we got a fun Christmas message from Ollie- he’s really become a part of our family!

Parents can purchase a Travel Ticket for an Elf to come visit their children! See all the details at www.elf-magic.com.

Things that are Brag Worthy:

Purchase the Playmobil Robbers Amphibious Vehicle Play Set from Growing Tree Toys, or check out their selection of other great toys!

Growing Tree Toys Playmobil Robbers Amphibious Vehicle Play Set gets Bragging Rights!

Inch Blue shoes have been designed to give total comfort for little growing feet. They are made exclusively from soft natural leather allowing your baby’s feet to breathe.

And they’re not just for babies, Inch Blue make shoes for toddlers and children aged up to 6 years, which make them ideal for use in nurseries.” (Inch blue shoes website)

Supple non-slip suede soles ideal for tiled and wooden floors.

Soft breathable leather that protects and allows feet to grow naturally

Elasticated Ankles for ease of fit and ensures shoes really do stay on

Recommended for babies as the next best thing to bare feet

Loved by toddlers

Cute styles for children up to 6 yrs old!

Perfect Christmas Gift and Stocking Stuffer

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