The Bragging Mommy

Rockboard Scooter Review and Giveaway ($199 Value) [CLOSED]

 

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“Propulsion is achieved with each rock, wasting zero energy
and allowing the scooter to reach speeds up to 10mph.
The patented Rockboard Scooter comes fully assembled and
can be folded to a compact size for storage.”-
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Rock Mode: As you rock the scooter moves forward.

Kick Mode: Use like a traditional scooter using your foot to move it forward.

Folded: Folds compactly so it’s easy store and carry when not in use.

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12 year old C has been having a blast riding his Rockboard Scooter.  He says: “It is such a fun scooter to ride,  I love the rock mode, but it is also really cool that I can use it like a regular scooter too.  I have kids asking me a lot where I got the scooter cause they want one too.”

I am really impressed by the quality of the scooter as well as how much fun it has been for C.  I love that it comes fully assembled (makes my life easier) and ready to ride.  Since it can hold up to 200 lbs. I was able to give it a try as well.  It is really fun!  I can see why the kids love it so much. The Rockboard Original is for kids ages 8+ (can hold 200 lbs.) and they also have a Rockboard Mini for kids ages 5+ (holds up to 90 lbs.).  Whichever you choose, I know your kids will have a blast on their Rockboard Scooter!

 

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You can see additional info as well as where to purchase by visiting www.rockboard.com.

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Rockboard Scooter gets Bragging Rights!

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One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a White Rockboard Scooter ($199 Value)!

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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 Rockboard 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.

#Win a Rockboard Scooter #giveaway ($199 Value!)  from @rbscooter & @braggingmommy! / http://tinyurl.com/8y57sz9 / {ends 2/15}

You can enter this giveaway until Feb. 15th @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.

Zooper Tango Double Stroller Review and Giveaway ($499 Value!)

 

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I LOVE my new Zooper Tango Double Stroller!  It is a high quality stroller with fabulous features!  Watch my video review below to see how it functions and what I love about it:

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As you can see it is a GREAT stroller with many features to make your trip out and about with kids easy and comfortable.  It provides a very smooth ride thanks to the four independent wheel suspensions.  Your child can easily stay asleep while riding even when going over bumps.  You can push and turn this stroller with just one hand.  It turns on a dime and is effortless!

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Each seat has it’s own individual recline and can be reclined to 4 different positions.  When reclined fully your child is laying in a flat position perfect for little ones who need to take naps while you are out and about.

One hand recline makes it very easy to recline and adjust the backrest.

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It has 2 separate canopy’s for each seat.  You can see the canopy’s full coverage in the images below: upright seat position (left) reclined position (right).

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There is also an infant safety enclosure net on each canopy.  It provides security for your baby.  You can also unzip it (as shown) for air flow to your child or to check on them.

 

 

 

It comes with 2 infant head rest inserts (shown on the left) and has a 5 point harness system which is easy for an adult to buckle and un-buckle (not easy for a child).

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It also comes with 2 additional arm rest bars providing more leg room for older children.  All armrests are removable and are extremely easy to remove and reconnect.

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Large utility basket underneath can hold a large diaper bag as well as other items and bags.  Great for holding everything you need on your day out.

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  Zipper provides side access to the storage basket.  This is great because if both children are fully reclined you won’t be able to access the basket from the back.  With this feature you will still have access to cargo underneath.

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Both canopy’s have a large storage pocket as well as a smaller pocket with a flap closure. Great for storing pacifiers, wipes, cell phones, car keys, toys, etc…IMAG1373

It also has a removable cup holder on the side for holding baby bottles, water bottles, and or sippy cups.

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It also comes with a sun shade and foot muff accessory. Sun shade provides shade from the sun while still allowing your children to see the environment around them.  The foot muff covers both children and protects from the wind and rain (is water resistant).  Both are easy to put on and take off.  IMAG1371IMAG1368

The Tango is easy to open and to fold.  Once folded it stands on it’s own.  Folded it measures 42” x 30” x 14”.

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It comes with one infant car seat fastening belt which secures your infant car seat to the stroller.zooperinfant

I love the Zooper Tango side by side double stroller and highly recommend it!

To find out where to purchase a Tango and for more info visit www.Zooper.com.

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Zooper Tango Double Stroller gets Bragging Rights!

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One VERY lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a Zooper Tango Double Stroller in Flax Brown!

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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 Zooper and tell us another stroller they have.

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.

  • 5 entries- “Like” Zooper on Facebook.
  • 5 entries- Follow Zooper on Twitter.
  • 5 entries- Watch the video review above and tell us your favorite feature shown.
  • 2 entries- Grab The Bragging Mommy button and put it on your blog. Leave a link.
  • 4 entries- Follow TheBraggingMommy Heidi on Pinterest.
  • 4 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 and Zooper.com. Leave a link to your post.
  • 1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway, you can use this:

#Win a Zooper Tango Double Stroller #giveaway ($499 Value!)  from @zooper & @braggingmommy! /  http://tinyurl.com/6rbwcp3 / {ends 2/22}

You can enter this giveaway until Feb. 22nd @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.

Far End Gear Single Earbud & BuDLoKs Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

 

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If you have been looking for running earphones, or earphones for any physical activity look no further.  I have found the perfect product for anyone who is active outside and loves to listen to music.  My hubby rides his road bike regularly and loves to listen to music as he does.  For safety he leaves one ear open (as you should) so he only uses one side of his headphones.  It always annoyed him that the sound quality was never right since standard headphones are made to use both sides he didn’t get the full effect of the music.  Also, it annoyed him to have to tuck in the other headphone to get it out of the way. He needed a single earphone to solve his problems.  Then I was introduced to

One Good Earbud:

“Designed for enjoying music or fielding mobile calls, our in-ear style earbud with in-line microphone can be worn comfortably in either ear for a secure, near-customized fit. Compatible with iPhone, LG, Blackberry, Motorola, and HTC smartphones, as well as all other mobile phones that accept a 4 conductor 3.5mm plug. image

Technical Specifications:

  • 4 Conductor Stereo 3.5mm right angle plug (same as 1/8-inch size plug)
  • Includes 3 sizes of rubber ear tips, to find your best fit
  • Sturdy metal housing provides top quality acoustics
  • Compatible with the iPhone, iPhone 3G/3GS/4, Blackberry, DROID, Palm, Samsung, Android, HTC, LG, Motorola, and other mobile phones that accept a 4 conductor 3.5mm plug, with microphone/button enabled features
  • Also works with audio devices such as Apple iPods, Sony MP3 Players, Laptops and Desktop Computers, as well as Sansa, Creative, Etek, Ativa, RCA and other low-cost MP3 players
  • Weighs in at 0.5 ounces (14 grams)
  • Stereo plug’s circuitry mixes both stereo channels (left and right) together into one earphone
  • 42 inch long cord”

The One Good Earbud is available in different styles: In ear, wrap around, iPod style, with or without a mic…For my hubby I got the In ear with Mic.  It is perfect for him since he likes to be able to answer his phone as he is riding, with the mic he is able to do just that.  The sound quality is great with this single earbud and he no longer has to worry about the other earphone getting in the way.  This earphone is great for any activity where awareness is needed as well as for use with his smartphone while driving, etc…This single earphone is also ideal for someone with a hearing impairment in one ear.

We were also sent BuDLoKs to review and I’m glad we were!

BuDLoKs:

“BuDLoKs replace the stock, in-ear budtips produced by other manufacturers. budloks-alone-blackglass6taThe soft silicone wing gently locks into the bowl of the wearer’s ear, comfortably locking it in place during general activity or vigorous exercise.
Try them with your favorite in-ear earbuds from Coby, SkunkJuice, JLab, GOgroove, Skullcandy, Beats by Dr. Dre, Monster, Klipsch, JVC, Thinksound, Sony, Sennheiser, Shure, Philips, and One Good Earbud to keep them from falling out.

Technical Specifications:

  • Comes with 3 sizes for a near-custom fit.
  • Easy to use.
  • Replaces the stock, in-ear budtips produced by other manufacturers.
  • Weighs in at 0.5 ounces
  • Soft silicone wing gently locks into the bowl of the wearer’s ear.
  • Comfortably locks earbuds in place during general activity or vigorous exercise” budloks-w-buds-blackglass3

BuDLoKs are a great way to ensure that your in ear headphones stay in your ear.  My hubby uses them with his in ear one good earbud while riding his bike and exercising and they work great.  He no longer has to worry about his earphone falling out while he is active.  They provide a really nice snug fit and since they come in a pack with 3 different sizes he was able to find the best fit for him.  And it worked out that a different size fit my ears so even more bang for our buck!

I highly recommend both One Good Earbud and BuDLoKs to anyone with an active lifestyle! You can see more info and purchase at www.farendgear.com.

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  One Good Earbud & BuDLoKs get Bragging Rights!

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One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a single Earbud of their choice + 1 set of BuDLoKs!image

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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 Far End Gear 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” FarEndGear on Facebook.
  • 3 entries- Follow farendgear on Twitter.
  • 1 entry- Tell us why you need One Good Earbud & BuDLoKs.
  • 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 including a link to this post, & @farendgear @braggingmommmy in your tweet.

You can enter this giveaway until Feb. 1st @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.

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

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“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

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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 trikke2cool!”  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!

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

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Trikke T5 Kids Carving Scooter gets Bragging Rights!

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

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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:

#Win a @TrikkeTech Kids Jogo Carving Scooter #giveaway from @braggingmommy! /  http://tinyurl.com/848w8os / {ends 1/5}

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.

My Favorite Scents Fresh From Nature

 

The sense of smell is such a powerful memory trigger for me.  I will smell things and it will take me back to my childhood or back to a specific memory.  All based on a smell.  I think it is incredible how our memories are tied so strongly to our sense of smell.

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My favorite scents by far are the scents fresh from nature.  I absolutely love the way it smells after it has rained.  I love to just sit outside enjoying the smell.  It is so fresh and such a great nature smell.  Honestly if outside could smell like it just rained all the time I don’t think I would ever be indoors :)

I also love the smell of the forest.  When I was younger we went camping a lot and I went into the mountains with my dad to chop firewood.  When I am in the mountains with all the wonderful smells it takes me back to those times with my dad and my family.  We had so much fun camping and spending one on one quality time with my dad in the mountains was so special to me.  Being able to have the memories come back to me so strong because of the scents is priceless to me.

Another smell I love is Fresh Raspberries.  My parents have a ton of raspberry bushes in their back yard and we love to go out and pick the fresh berries.  They are so delicious and the smell is so amazing.  So fresh, so sweet.  I love love love it.

I love babies.  They are so sweet and cute and they smell so great!  To me there isn’t a better smell in the world than a freshly cleaned baby.  Whenever I get to chance to hold and cuddle a baby I will not pass up the opportunity.  For me now that Bug is getting older I miss his baby days.  So when I hold a baby now and I smell that sweet baby smell it takes me back to when Bug was a baby and those are some of the most fond memories I have.

What scents are your favorites?  Do they trigger memories for you or take you away somewhere?  I would love to hear from you in the comments section of this post!

I love when I can find fresh “from nature” scents in the products I use daily.  Like in my soaps, lotions and detergents. I was excited when I learned of Seventh Generations new line of dish liquid soaps.

“Seventh Generation has created a line of dish liquids featuring natural scents from real lemons, clementines and lavender. Seventh Generation’s Natural Dish Liquid scents come from fields not factories, and honor the careful hands that cultivated them.”

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Right now Seventh Generation is having a “Makes Perfect Scents Sweepstakes”.  You can enter to win a trip for two to one of the regions where lemons, clementines and lavender grow, including France, Italy and Vermont, Seventh Generation’s home state and the inspiration for its Free & Clear line.

About Seventh Generation

Seventh Generation is the nation’s leading brand of household and personal care products that help protect human health and the environment. Established in 1988, the Burlington, Vermont based company remains an independent, privately-held company distributing products to natural food stores, supermarkets, mass merchants, and online retailers across the United States and Canada.

More info on Seventh Generation: http://www.seventhgeneration.com/

Enter to win a trip to Italy, France or Vermont

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I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms and Seventh Generation blogging program, for a gift card worth $50. For more information on how you can participate, click here.

Brag Worthy Christmas ~Lands End Fair Isle Button Gloves and Hat Review

I do not like winter!  It is too cold!  I am always looking for ways to stay warm.  As a teacher, I spend a lot of time outside at recess.  I am always looking for cute, good gloves to wear.  I really like the Fair Isle button gloves and hat I received from Lands End.

What I like about this gloves is that they are longer and cover up my wrists.  Normally when I get gloves, they just cover my hand.  The fabric feels very nice.  The only thing that I wish I could change is that I got the small size.  I have really small hands and they are too big.  I wish that had an extra small for people with tiny hands like me.

With my gloves, I also received a matching hat.  I am loving this hat.  It keeps my ears warm and fits well.  I also have a hard time with snow hats making my head itch.  This had does not do that.  The fabric they used is really soft.  I really liked that the hat matches my gloves, it makes me feel stylish.

Lands End does not only sell hats and gloves.  They sell all sort of different winter apparel and winter accessories.  They have a large section of coats, boots, and even scarfs.

Lands End is a great place to look for Christmas gifts.  In most places, it is cold and snowy at Christmas.  You always need gloves, hats, and coats to stay warm!  Lands End has things for adults and for kids as well.  Lands End has all your ‘staying warm’ needs!

Lands End gets bragging rights!

Aerobie Skylighter Flying Disc Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

Aerobie® Skylighter™ lighted flying disc

 

Extend the fun of playing with an Aerobie flying disc into the night with the new Skylighter lighted disc. Its bright LEDs illuminate the clear center and the translucent colored rim to make the entire Skylighter appear bright in the night sky. With the patented Aerobie spoiler rim design, the Skylighter is easy for players of all skill levels to throw well. Its narrow profile and large 12 inch (30cm) diameter make the Skylighter fly far and straight.

 

As is the case with all Aerobie discs, the Skylighter has a rubber rim that provides a performance grip for strong throws and a soft edge to catch. Weight: 175 grams. Available in yellow, red, blue, and green. Ages 10 and up. Takes 2 lithium CR2032 3 volt batteries. Quality made in the U.S.A.


My kids, like most, love to be outdoors. We’re really enjoying the crisp fall evenings outdoors playing together, especially now that we have our Aerobie Skylighter Flying Disc! This flying toy is PERFECT for fall nights, because it gets dark SO early. But as the sun goes down, have no fear- simply grab your Skylighter disc and you can enjoy the night! And on top of fun, the Aerobie Skylighter Flying Disc encourages exercise for kids, which is on a lot of people’s minds these days. It’s a great way to get the whole family laughing and moving. The disc is super easy to throw, even for my toddlers. And hubby and I had a lot of fun throwing it around. It’s easy to get it flying straight, and even better, super far! Your family will enjoy the Aerobie Skylighter Flying Disc as much as ours- get outside and have some fun!

 

  • Things that are Brag Worthy: 
    • Spectacular flights, day or night
    • Powerful LEDs light the entire transluscent disc
    • Amazing long and accurate flights
    • Large 12 inch diameter for unequaled stability
    • Cushioned rim for performance grip and soft catches
    • Long life, replaceable batteries
    • Made in the U.S.A.Visit www.aerobie.com to see this, and lots of other awesome outdoor toys and activities!  


Aerobie Skylighter Flying Disc gets Bragging Rights!


Aerobie is generously giving away 1 Aerobie Skylighter flying disc to one lucky reader!

 


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 Aerobie and let us know another product you love!

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.

 

  • 1 entry- “Like” Aerobie  on Facebook
  • 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, FacebookTwitter, subscribe to emails, subscribe in reader.
  • 2 entries- Blog about this giveaway. Leave a link.
  • 1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway using @braggingmommy. You can use this:

 

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You can enter this giveaway until November 10 @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.

 



Exterior Accents Outdoor Gift Bag Giveaway [CLOSED]

 

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Exterior Accents is giving away a large $499 circular sandbox with $149 cover to one lucky grand prize winner! This winner will be selected off the Facebook fan page of Exterior Accents.

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Also, One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win an Outdoor Gift Bag from Exterior Accents! (Details of the gift bag in the image below).

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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- Like Exterior Accents on Facebook.

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- Share this giveaway on your Facebook page.
  • 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.
  • 2 entries- Blog about this giveaway. Leave a link.
  • 1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway linking to this post & @braggingmommy in your tweet. Leave the link in a comment

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until August 20 @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.

Radio Flyer EZ-Rider Scooter Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

EZRider6“Stay balanced with the easiest to ride 2-wheel scooter! Extra-wide wheels and a lower deck offer greater stability.”-Radio Flyer

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ezrider1Bug sees his cousins riding on their scooters and has asked several times if he can have a scooter too.  I always said “Not until your older”.  That was until I was introduced to the Radio Flyer E-Z Rider Scooter.  It says that kids ages 3 can ride it so I thought we would give it a shot with 3 and a half year old Bug.

When it arrived it was completely assembled and folded, I just had to unfold it and adjust the handle bars to Bug’s height.  He immediately started riding with no problems!  I was so impressed.  Because they have made the wheels wide and the deck board wide as well, making it easy for little ones to use.  Like I said the handle bars are completely adjustable so it can grow with your child.

I really recommend this easy to ride scooter for kids who want to ride a scooter but aren’t quite old enough for the more advanced ones. My 3 year old is having a blast riding around on his new scooter with his cousins!

“The Easiest to Ride Two Wheel Scooter”

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Things that are Brag Worthy:EZRider4

  • Easiest-to-ride 2 wheel scooter
  • Extra-wide wheels for better balance
  • Lower deck for stability
  • Wider deck for easier foot placement
  • Foot brake for safety and control
  • Adjustable handle grows with your child
  • Easily folds for storage and travel
  • For ages 3-8 Years

Visit www.radioflyer.com to purchase the EZ-Rider Scooter!

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“Radio Flyer has launched the Birthday Club, a fun program to celebrate your child on their special day!  As a member, you’ll receive a $10 radioflyer.com gift card every year for your child’s birthday. Have several little ones? No problem, each parent who registers can enroll up to four children in the Birthday Club.”-Radio Flyer

Radio Flyer EZ-Rider Scooter gets Bragging Rights!

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One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a Radio Flyer EZ-Rider Scooter!

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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 Radio Flyer and tell us another item they have that you would like for your kids.

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- Sign up for the Radio Flyer Birthday Club.
  • 3 entries- Like Radio Flyer on Facebook.
  • 3 entries- Follow RadioFlyer 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 and branddownunder.com. Leave a link to your post.
  • 1 entry per day-  Tweet this giveaway including a link to this post and @radioflyer in your tweet.

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until August 19th @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.

*I received the EZ-Rider Scooter from Radio Flyer for my review.

Prevent Swimsuit Snagging ~ Kooli Poolside Mat Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

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“Kooli™ is a cushioned mat that has been stylishly designed to prevent swimsuit snagging and provide comfort while sitting poolside and in other locations where swimsuits are commonly worn.”

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Summer is finally here, you buy that adorable bathing suit that you look awesome in, you can’t wait to snag up the bottom so it looks fuzzy and worn, WAIT!  That doesn’t sound right?!  No one wants to snag their swimsuit, but unfortunately it is a part of wearing one.  Pool edges are rough and ruin a swim suit fast.  If your like me and you really like sitting on the edge of the pool then swim suit snagging is a huge problem.

I was thrilled when I came across the Kooli Poolside Mat.  It is exactly what I needed to keep my swim suits from getting ruined due to snagging.  I like that the Kooli is a nice size (16 inches in diameter) and that it can easily be rolled up and put in my swim bag.

Things that are Brag Worthy:

  • Kooli™ is great for kids, too! It protects them from hot and often rough pool deck surfaces.kids2
  • Kooli™ is made of Neoprene (the lightweight, flexible material used to make wetsuits) and features a soft and comfortable nylon fabric surface.
  • Each Kooli™ has an attached elastic band that makes it easy to roll, secure and store in a beach bag or purse. 
  • Kooli™ is washable, waterproof, slip proof, resistant to chlorine, sand and other similar abrasive surfaces.
  • Kooli™ measures sixteen inches in diameter and is available in four fashionable colors, black, blue, red and green.

Right now you can Buy one get one Free! Use code: KooliBlog at checkout!

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Visit http://www.kooli.com/purchase.html to purchase!

Kooli gets Bragging Rights!

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One Bragging Mommy Reader will win a Kooli in their choice of red, blue, green or black! 

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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 Kooli and tell us something you 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 Kooli on Facebook
  • 3 entries- Follow Koolipoolside on Twitter
  • 2 entries- Follow Kooli blog
  • 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 @koolipoolside in your tweet.

     GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until August 4 @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.      

*I received 2 Kooli Poolside Mats for my review.

Brooks-Range | Outdoor Map Tools

Outdoor Map Tools And Planning Ahead Make For Successful Outdoor Adventures

For any type of outdoor adventure, whether in the hills or on the flats, journey seekers must plan ahead for success. Taking the time to research access to the location, required permits and weather conditions will help avoid disaster. Gathering all of the backcountry tools you’ll need will be well worth the effort. Brooks-Range offers field organizers, back country shovels, ski straps and more to make any outdoor adventure amazing.

Outdoor Map Tools And Training Get You Ready For Adventure Racing

Many outdoor enthusiasts are discovering the thrill of adventure racing. This activity puts a spin on the traditional triathlon by trading running on paved roads for trails, road cycling for mountain biking, and swimming for paddling. It also adds challenge of navigation along with sections of rock climbing and technical traverses. Outdoor map tools help backcountry enthusiasts navigate the technical climbing/traversing sections. Just like other open air activities, adventure racing demands skill, training and the right gear. Brooks-Range’s outdoor map tools and field organizers are the perfect tools for this challenge. Successful racers come prepared for potential medical issues, gear malfunctions, sudden weather changes, and wildlife encounters.

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*This guest post brought to you by Brooks-Range.

NatureMill Composter Reviews | Home Composting Grows in Popularity

 

NatureMill Composter Reviews Show Growing Support For Home Composting

NatureMill Composter reviews show an excited and engaged population of people who are in love with composting. From a simple desire to be more ecologically responsible to creating their own garden enrichment to decreasing trash output and the amount of waste they generate, home composters have myriad reasons for composting.

NatureMill Composter Reviews Show A Wide Variety Of Users

 NatureMill Composter reviews can be found from people who have been composting in the traditional method for years to users who are trying their hand at composing for the first time. Large families, individuals, suburban naturemill-plus-fronthomeowners and city apartment dwellers in 27 countries all make up satisfied owners of the NatureMill Composter. Reviews show that many users are committed to reducing their trash output and living a more sustainable life. Many users note that home composting has never been easier. The NatureMill Composter’s fully automated technology takes the guesswork out of adding moisture or when to aerate your compost. Adding kitchen scraps, including meat, dairy and fish, and dumping the finished compost is the extent of the work a user has to put into composting. The automated process also speeds up compost "cook" time, turning your scraps into garden-ready compost in as little as two weeks.

*This is a guest post brought to you by NatureMill.

Brag Worthy Summer ~ Bumbleride Flite Stroller Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

 

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I am a Bumbleride fan for sure! seagrass  You can read my review of the Bumbleride Indie Twin Double Stroller from last year. Bumbleride Strollers are such a high quality that I couldn’t wait to get my hands on the Bumbleride Flite.  Since I just have 3 year old Bug a compact Umbrella Stroller is all I really need (for now at least). 

“Flite is everything you love about Bumbleride in a small package. Blending all the style, comfort and safety features found in our other models; the 13lb. Flite travels light and complete. Built on a lightweight aluminum frame, Flite features a multi- adjusting backrest, footrest and offers versatile car seat compatibility. Its unique shape folds ultra- slim to be easily stowed in the tightest of spaces. Bumbleride Flite allows you to go where you want without sacrificing the functionality that you need.”-Bumblerideflite-life-4

When it arrived I was pleasantly surprised out how lightweight it is.  It weighs in at only 13 lbs! That combined with the carry strap, it is a dream for me to get in and out of the car and even to just carry.  It also folds really compactly and is easy to fold.  I love that once you fold it it locks automatically so I don’t have to fumble around trying to lock it.fold

Another thing that I was pleasantly surprised about was how much room their is in the seat and under the canopy.  Bug is a tall 3 and a half year old and easily fits under the canopy with room to spare. Also, the sun canopy is SPF 45!  So not only does it keep your baby cool, but it is protecting him as well. The 5 point harness is really easy to unlatch with just a push of a button.  This is so nice for me as I don’t like it when it’s really hard to unlatch, but it does mean that your toddler can easily unlatch it as well. 

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I was impressed with the recline of the seat, it isn’t flat but it is definitely enough for your child to take a nap comfortably while your out and about.  It is a strap recline and you can easily do it with one hand.  There is no set limits on the recline so you can do anywhere from straight up to all the way laying down.   It also has an adjustable footrest with two positions, down or up.  This is a nice feature for a napping toddler to be more comfortable.

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I love that you can access the basket from the front.  So even when the seat is fully reclined and Bug is asleep I can get what I need in and out of the basket.  It isn’t the biggest basket, but it is a good size for an Umbrella stroller and I can fit a medium sized diaper bag or purse under there.

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It comes with a universal car seat adapter bar, so you can truly use it from birth and up. (Click here to view a list of compatible car seats.)

carseat Another great thing about this stroller is that the handles are nice and tall, making it much more comfortable for my tall husband to push.  While still being very comfortable for me (I am short!).  So it’s a win win for us both.  I also like how it is really easy to maneuver and has lockable front wheels for the rougher terrain you may encounter. 

The Bumbleride Flite is a great High End Single Stroller and I highly recommend it!

Things that are Brag Worthy:ruby

  • For infancy and up
  • Five-point safety harness
  • Dual front and rear suspension
  • Reclining backrest
  • Adjustable footrest
  • Cargo basket
  • SPF 45 sun canopy
  • Lightweight aluminum frame
  • Compact fold
  • Carrying handle

You can see more info on the Flite as well as other Bumbleride Strollers at www.Bumbleride.com.

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Bumbleride Flite gets Bragging Rights!

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One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a Bumbleride Flite Stroller!

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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 entries-

  • 1 entry- Visit Bumbleride and tell us another Stroller they make besides the Flite.
  • 1 entry- Follow The Bragging Mommy publicly via Google Friend Connect.

BOTH Mandatory Entries must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do BOTH of the mandatory entries will be deleted.

  • 3 entries- Like Bumbleride on Facebook.
  • 3 entries- Follow Bumbleride on Twitter.
  • 3 entries- Join the Bumbleride Mailing List.
  • 1 entry- Tell us what you love most about the Bumbleride Flite.
  • 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: Facebook, Twitter, subscribe in reader.
  • 10 entries- Blog about this giveaway linking to this post and bumbleride.com. Leave a link to your post.
  • 1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway, you can use this:

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GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until July 8th @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 to enter.  This giveaway is open to anywhere in the US and Canada. 

*I received a Bumbleride Flite for my review.

Brag Worthy Summer ~ Plow & Hearth Bamboo Folding Chair Review and $50 GC Giveaway

 

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Plow & Hearth has a fabulous selection of items for summer.  I was immediately drawn to their outdoor benches and chairs as I am in need of a few.  The have a lot to choose from, but I eventually chose their Bamboo Folding Chair (pictured above).

Asian styling and bamboo construction bring out the "Zen" of relaxation wherever you take this chair. Sturdy folding bamboo frame with natural canvas seat and back bamboochairfoldedare not only eco-friendly and portable, but comfortable, too!”-Plow & Hearth 

When my new chair arrived I was first impressed with how flat it folds.  That is so nice for storing the chair, as it will take up a lot less space.  It also has velcro straps that make it so the chair stays closed while your moving it.  Great for taking with you to the beach, park, or anywhere.  I love to use this chair for laying out in the sun in my backyard.  It has 3 different levels you can recline to, which is perfect for laying out.

Check out all the wonderful outdoor furniture and items available at Plow & Hearth by visiting www.PlowandHearth.com.

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One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a $50 Online Gift Code to Plow & Hearth!

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 Plow & Hearth and tell us what you will buy with your gift code if you win.

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 Plow & Hearth on Facebook
  • 3 entries- Sign up to receive Plow & Hearth emails (bottom of their homepage).
  • 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 and includea link to this post and @braggingmommy in your tweet.

You can enter this giveaway until July 8th @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.

*I received a Bamboo Folding Chair from Plow & Hearth for my review.

Brag Worthy Summer ~ Sporti Swimwear, Progressive Back Float and Dry Towel Review

sporti8My girls beg to go to the swimming pool. They love being in the water & if I let them, they would wear their swim suits all day long!! We plan on spending a lot of time at our pool this summer, & thanks to Sporti.com, we have some swim gear that is going make our pool time even better!

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“Every one of Sporti’s products delivers an EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGE for your workout, with innovative designs and fits that have been refined for your active lifestyle. Our athlete-approved products combined with your continuous feedback are critical to the advancement of our development process, where we hone in on the smallest of details. At Sporti, we’re dedicated to giving you quality products you can put to the test, workout after workout, to aid your life’s greatest adventures.”

We were excited to receive a Progressive Back Float, a Dry Towel, & a Sporti Swim suit from the Sporti.com! My girls couldn’t wait to test out the new gear.

sporti1Sporti Bubbly 2pc Halterkini-This fresh Two-Piece Halterkini from Sporti adds an innocent spin on classic polka print that your little one will love.”

I really love this Swimsuit. The Polka dot print is so cute & girly!! My daughter loves the colors & especially the cute little butterfly on the corner of the halter top. I like that it is fully lined (top & bottom) and that it cover most of her belly. This is the perfect swimsuit for any girl!!

Sporti 13" x 17" Sports Towel-“Leave your traditional bulky towel in your closet, and dry off efficiently with the new ultra-absorbent sports sporti3towel from Sporti. Dry off, and with a twist of the wrist, wring this towel out to remove moisture. This small but powerful towel comes sealed and coated with an anti-microbial protective solution. This helps protect the towel from premature disintegration of its coating and increases longevity.” 

This Sports Towel surprised me when I opened it. I was expecting a regular old beach towel, but it’s more like a shammy that you would dry off a car with. It’ssporti4 great & dries ALL of my kids with no problem! It fits easily in our pool bag & I don’t have to wash it. All I do is wring it out & put it back in it’s container. If you are looking for a towel to lay-out on, this isn’t the one for you, but if you simply need something to dry off with, the Sporti Sports Towel is awesome!!

Sporti Progressive Back Float-Sporti knows the importance of a solid swim foundation. This customizable back float will help your child get used to being in the water and develop essential swimming skills.”

sporti2The back float is great for my 6 year-old daughter. She can’t swim yet (I know….we need to get her into swimming lessons) so this helps her develop skills that she needs to stay safe in the water. It buckles onto her back easily & I can remove each of the four layers as she gains confidence. It’s small too, so it’s easy to carry around in the pool bag.

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Sporti.com has a great selection of everything you need for water fun. They not only have kids swimwear and swimsuits, but they have swimwear for everyone in the family. They also have water fitness gear, water shoes, swim aids & flotation devices and more!! And you can get these things no matter what time of year it is!!!

Things that are BRAG WORTHY:

  • Low shipping rates (free if you spend $75)
  • Something for everyone
  • So many great items in one place
  • 100% low price guarantee
  • Darling swimwear for girls

sporti11Sporti gets BRAGGING RIGHTS!!

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Brag Worthy Summer ~ 12” Gyrowheel Kids Bicycle Tire from Balance Bike Trainer Review and Giveaway ($99 Value!) [CLOSED]

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If you are teaching your child how to ride a bike then look no further than BalanceBikeTrainer.com!  They have a wonderful selection of products for bike riding and helping your child to learn to ride a bike sooner and more easily.

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 A great way to start out teaching your child is with a balance bike, and Balance Bike Trainer has a great selection.  A balance bike does not have wheels and helps your child master balancing which will then help them to be able to ride a pedal bike on their own.

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Another great product for helping your child learn to ride their bike is the Gyrowheel.image

“Gyrowheel is a revolutionary front wheel for children’s bikes that eliminates the need for training wheels. Powered-on it provides high stability at low speed and makes learning to ride safer, easier, faster and  a whole lot more fun! This white 12 inch tire model is designed to replace the front wheel of a standard 12 inch kids’ bike. Kids and parents rate Gyrowheel as “cool.””-BalanceBikeTrainer.com

Check out this video of the Gyrowheel in action:

After seeing that video I was extremely excited to review the Gyrowheel.  What a cool product!  It arrived and my first impression was whoa that is a heavy wheel, LOL.  We inflated the tire and found it very convenient that it came with an extender (since the tire is unique in it’s design the valve is in a different place than a standard wheel). We also charged the wheel (it is recommended that you charge it for 16 hours) and then once it was charged we put it on Bug’s bike.  It was really easy to put on his bike and it comes with extra hardware in case you need it.

  Since bug is just learning to ride (and can’t ride on his own yet) we set the stability to it’s highest setting.  It has 3 settings, high medium, low, so as your imagechild improves you can lower the stability so the Gyrowheel is helping less and less as you lower it.  I was so impressed by how well 3 and a half year old Bug did riding his bike with the Gyrowheel. Because it helps him to balance he is almost able to ride by himself.  Really the biggest set back we have been having has to do with the pedaling of the bike.  But we have been practicing and he keeps getting closer and closer.  Because of the Gyrowheel I know Bug will be riding his bike by himself within the next month or so.  I highly recommend the Gyrowheel for kids that are learning to ride a bike!

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Things that are Brag Worthy:

  • A safer and better solution than traditional training wheels
  • Replaces the conventional front wheel of a bike and adds stability at low  speed
  • 3 stability settings: Reduce stability level as skills improve
  • Teaches correct riding technique
  • Looks cool – kids love it
  • No special assembly, installation or tools required
  • Powered by internal rechargeable batteries and comes with a charger
  • Available in two different color schemes – black tire and white tire models
  • For ages 3 and up

You can purchase the Gyrowheel at www.balancebiketrainer.com!

And they always have FREE SHIPPING in the Continental United States!

The Gyrowheel from Balance Bike Trainer gets Bragging Rights!

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One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a 12″ Black Gyrowheel from Balance Bike Trainer! A $99 Value!

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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- Like Balance Bike Trainer on Facebook.

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- Visit Balance Bike Trainer and tell us another item besides the Gyrowheel that you would like for your kids.
  • 3 entries- Follow marketassociate on Twitter.
  • 3 entries- Sign up for the Balance Bike Trainer Newlsetter.
  • 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 and balancebiketrainer.com. Leave a link to your post.
  • 1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway, be sure to include a link to this post & @braggingmommy.

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until July 1st @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. 

*I received a Gyrowheel from Balance Bike Trainer for my review.

Brag Worthy Summer ~ Sportcraft Anywhere Table Tennis & Soft Tips Sky Darts Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

   I am loving the variety of fun items for summer from Sportcraft.  I could easily spend all  my extra money there with fun items for summer :)   I couldn’t wait to get my Soft Tip Sky Darts and Anywhere Table Tennis to review.

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“The Anywhere Table Tennis 2 Player Set is perfect for travel or home use. With the expandable and retractable tennis table net you can now play table tennis anywhere on any type of surface! Ready to Play in Seconds – clamp down post on one end, pull table tennis net across surface and clamp down to other end. Whip out the two tennis table paddles and ball and let the good times roll!”-Sportcraft

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We have been having a blast with this.  I am a huge fan of table tennis and love that you can literally play this anywhere!  It easily clamps to most standard tables and you are ready to play.  Along with the net it also comes with 2 paddles, 3 balls, and a mesh bag for storage.  This is a perfect way to have table tennis at your house and on the go.  I am planning on taking this with us on our annual camping trip, that way we can hook it on our folding table and have a great table tennis matches with the whole family!

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“Try this awesome Soft Tip Sky Dart Game from Sportcraft. Perfect for a quick game in the yard or at barbecues and picnics. Use the mesh carry bag to transport the Sky Darts to your favorite park or play with them while tailgating before your teams game.”-Sportcraft

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This is a great way to play darts with kids.  No sharp objects!  Set up the rings and see who can get their dart in the ring (or the closest to it).  It comes with 4 darts, 2 rings, and a bag to store it all in.  The rings unhook so you can make them smaller for storage which is nice.  Lots of fun and a great family game!image

Both of these great items are available at www.SportCraft.com!

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Right now Bragging Mommy Readers will receive 25% off all purchases at Sportcraft.com! Just use code: Summergames at checkout!

Sportcraft Soft Tip Sky Darts and Anywhere Table Tennis get Bragging Rights!

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1 lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will receive Sportcraft’s Soft Tip Sky Darts and Anywhere Table Tennis!    

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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 Sportcraft and tell us another item they have that you would like.

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” Sportcraft on Facebook.
  • 2 entries- Follow Sportcraftltd on Twitter.
  • 1 entry- Tell us what your favorite summer activity is.
  • 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.
  • 10 entries- Make a purchase from Sportcraft.
  • 1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway including a link to this post as well as @sportcraftltd & @braggingmommy.

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until July 7 @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.

*I received the items mentioned above from Sportcraft for my review.

Brag Worthy Summer ~ ATG Stores Verso Toro Kids Bicycle Review and $100 GC Giveaway [CLOSED]

bike1I love the great selection that ATG Stores offers for online shopping.  I find myself browsing there site and having a hard time narrowing down what I would like to buy :)   Especially right now because they have so many great outdoor and summer products

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After browsing for about an hour I finally decided on the Verso KT902-129 Toro Boys Kids Bicycle for Bug.  Right now he doesn’t have a pedal bike and I figured this summer was the perfect time to get him one.  The shipping from ATG Stores was really fast (arrived within a week).  It took my hubby about 30 minutes to put the bike together, it comes partially assembled which is nice so you don’t bike1have to put the whole thing together, just some of it.  Once it was put together I was immediately impressed with the quality if this kids bike, it is heavy duty and I can tell it will last for a long time.  I also love that it can hold up to 110 lbs. and the seat and training wheels are adjustable.  Another way this bike will grow with your child.  The red and black look so well together, it is a great looking boys bike.  Bug is loving it and likes to ride it to the park and the pool (and all over the neighborhood when we go on our walks).  I am very happy with this product from ATG Stores!

Things that are Brag Worthy:

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    • Sturdy MTB designed steel frame
    • Hi-Ten painted steel fork
    • Durable 1-piece steel crank w/ painted chainring
    • Coaster brake
    • Steel BMX inspired handlebars painted w/ pad bike2
    • BMX style quill stem w/ pad
    • Fully adjustable screen printed & padded saddle
    • Painted steel w/ QR collar seat post
    • Large anti-slip pedals w/ reflectors
    • Front and rear painted metal fenders
    • Tough 12″ x 1.75″ alloy rims w/ single speed hub & reflectors
    • Puncture proof 12″ x 2.1″ knobby MTB black tires
    • Adjustable, removable w/ slip resistant training wheels
    • Resilient metal enclosed painted chain guard
    • Recommended ages: 3-6 years old
    • 110 pound weight limit

 You can purchase this bike as well as other great items for summer at www.ATGStores.com!

The Verso KT902-129 Toro Boys Kids Bike from ATG Stores gets Bragging Rights!

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One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a $100 Online Gift Card to ATG Stores!

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 ATG Stores and tell us what you will purchase with your gift card if you win.

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 ATG Stores on Facebook.
  • 3 entries- Follow ATGStores on Twitter.
  • 2 entries- Subscribe to the ATG Stores Blog.
  • 2 entries- Grab The Bragging Mommy button and put it on your blog. Leave a link.
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  • 3 entries- Follow The Bragging Mommy via Google Friend Connect.
  • 1 entry for each- Follow The Bragging Mommy via: Facebook, Twitter, subscribe in reader.
  • 10 entries- Blog about this giveaway linking to this post and step2.com. Leave a link to your post.
  • 1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway.

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until July 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.

*I received the bicycle mentioned above from ATG Stores for my review.

Brag Worthy Summer ~ Prime Time Toys Water Bombs Splash Swords and Splash Water Toys Review

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We love swimming!  In fact we are out our neighborhood pool everyday without fail.  So we of course we need to have fun water toys for all the time we spend there.  Prime Time Toys has a great selection of pool and water toys.  If you have been to Target and walked down the summer/swim isle then you have seen Prime Time Toys on the shelves :)   We were sent two Splash Bombs swordsSports Splash Swords and a 6 piece Splash Combo pack of toys.  The swords were a hit right when the boys saw them.  There have been many splash sword fights and battles at our pool :)   They are fun because they absorb water so each time they hit each other’s swords or swing them water comes out.  Don’t worry moms, they are soft enough that they don’t hurt if they hit each other, (of course we discourage that).  They have even had fun sword fighting with these in the house and in the backyard.  Great toys for active boys!  (They also have Sports Splash Battle Gear)

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The 6 pack pack of water toys are great.  They are all soft and perfect for younger children and babies. image Many babies/toddlers at our neighborhood pool have enjoyed the soft blocks and the boys enjoy throwing the splash pets back and forth.  Bug also likes to throw the splash pets out into the water and swim out to them.  It’s a fun little game he plays.

We have had and will continue to have a lot of fun with Prime Time Water Toys.  They are a great quality and I highly recommend them for summer time water/pool  fun!

    

You can purchase Prime Time Water Toys online at Amazon.com and in Target stores! imagesCAOLYO3V

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*I received water toys from Prime Time Toys for my review.

Brag Worthy Summer ~ Step 2 Sand & Water Fun Farm Review and Giveaway [CLOSED]

 

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My 3 and a half year old loves being outside.  Even more than that he loves playing with outdoor toys.  We have really enjoyed the great variety of Step 2 outdoor toys and have been very happy with them all.  So we were excited when the Step 2 Sand & Water Fun Farm arrived at our house.

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  It was very simple and fast to put together (which is very nice with an anxious toddler waiting).  It is just a matter of clicking a few pieces into place and imageputting on the stickers.  I love that it comes with a lot of small toys to play with, Bug of course loved it too :) He loves the tracks that he can drive the tractor around and haul the sand and water to different “locations”.

We have had a water table and a sand table but up until now we haven’t had one together.  I have to say I am a fan of having them together in one table.  Because when we had them separate they ended up together anyway, meaning, Bug would bring sand to the water table and water to the sand table.  I like just having them both in one place.  A couple things to note: It imagedoesn’t have a drain so if you need to empty the water then you have to scoop it out (not that big of a deal for me, but I wanted to share it).  The water/sand mill doesn’t turn very easily.  When you pour sand and water in it it is supposed to turn the mill but doesn’t.  Bug still enjoys pouring the sand & water down and doesn’t mind that it doesn’t turn.  I am hoping it will losen up with time and start turning…And of course realize that it doesn’t come with sand so you will want to buy a bag ahead of time.

Bug has enjoyed many hours of fun with this new table and I know that there are many more to come!

Things that are Brag Worthy:

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    • Two compartments for both sand and water
    • Tractor with two carts runs around perimeter of table and through the middle separating sand and water compartments
    • Barn acts as a tunnel and fits on track in multiple places
    • Includes farm figurines, tractor, two pull carts, shovel, barn, and funnel
    • Raised table helps keep feet dry
    • Designed to hold a 40” Umbrella (sold separately)
    • Easy to assemble 
    • My 3.5 year old loves it!

The Step 2 Sand & Water Fun Farm is available online and in stores where Step 2 products are sold.

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Step 2 Sand and Water Fun Farm gets Bragging Rights!

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One lucky Bragging Mommy Reader will win a Step 2 Sand and Water Fun Farm!

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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 Step 2 and tell us another fun product for summer they have.

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.

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  • 10 entries- Blog about this giveaway linking to this post and step2.com. Leave a link to your post.
  • 1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway, you can use this:

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GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until July 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.

*I received a Sand and Water Fun Farm from Step 2 for my review.

Brag Worthy Summer ~ Backyard Safari Get Geared Up for Summer Products Review

Are You Geared Up?

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Backyard Safari Outfitters has everything you need to get you geared up for plenty of fun outdoor adventures!

“Our gear is rugged, fully functional and made for use in the field year-round. Whether your safari takes place in the park, at the campground, on the beach or even your own backyard, you’ll be geared up and ready for action!”

backyardsafari Bug is an active boy and there is nothing he loves more than being outside.  So when we got a big package of goodies from Backyard Safari Outfitters he was bursting with excitement!  We were sent:

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“The EXPEDITION TWO kit features the unique Backyard Safari™ HIKING STICK. It’s that perfect piece of personal gear that’s indispensable on the trail. It has a unique hand-carved look on a sturdy natural looking walking stick that is a stout 48″ tall. Helps you keep a steady foot on the trail and is useful for poking and prodding those hard-to-reach places. Comes with a collectible EXPEDITION TWO iron-on patch and the EXPEDITION TWO Pop-Up Field Guide™ which features special missions to complete while you’re out on the trail.”

This is a great sturdy hiking stick, a must have for any hiker.  Bug enjoys using it to help him hike as well as move brush and bushes in the hopes to find some creepy crawlers!

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“The EXPEDITION THREE kit features the Backyard Safari™ BASE CAMP FIELD SHELTER AND MINI LANTERN.

This rugged shelter is lightweight and easy to assemble. It also features storage spaces for all your Essential Field Gear. Over 40″ tall, it’s large enough for several Backyard Safari Kids to set up their own instant base camp in the field…all year round.

This special edition kit comes with the collectible EXPEDITION THREE iron-on patch and the EXPEDITION THREE Pop-Up Field Guide™ that features instructions for completing special missions in the field.”

This half tent is perfect for setting up in the backyard.  It was easy to assemble.  I also really like that it can easily be brought inside (easily fits through the doorway when turned sideways).  Bug has enjoyed both outdoor and indoor fun with his base camp tent.  It can comfortably fit 3 kids, or 1 adult with 1 kid.safari2

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“Backyard Safari™ CAMOUFLAGE is Essential Field Gear with dozens of uses. With a huge size of 5 by 8 foot, it’s easy to blend in with the natural environment, make a sun shade, erect a shelter, or create a blind to stay hidden while you observe nature. The unique die-cut design is stretchable. It’s made of sturdy rip-stop nylon and stands up to wet weather.”

This is the perfect addition to the Base Camp tent.  Hang it over (as shown) and you can blend right into nature.  Bug has also had a lot of fun using it on his playhouse and on chairs inside the house.

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“The CAMPFIRE GLOW LANTERN works two ways. First, light up your base camp with the bright white luminance from the upper dome. Then, flip a switch to activate the warm flickering campfire glow built in the lantern’s base. No flames. No Heat. Just a comforting illusion—and an excuse to gather ’round the old campfire to sing campy songs or tell scary tales.”

No camping experience is complete without a lantern.  Bug loves our big lantern when we go camping, so having his own is a treat.  He likes to hang it up in his base camp tent (as there are hooks in there for it).

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safari1“BACKYARD SAFARI has the answer. The 3-IN-1 Compass Tool has features that lead to adventure no matter which way you’re headed. Conveniently attached to a self-winding retractable carabiner clip, its always within reach then quickly out of your way. Push-button releases spring-loaded compass lid. Flip-out magnifying glass stays neatly hidden when not in use. High-visibility LED signal light lets you flash secret morse code messages across any field.”

 We have gone on many adventures using this new Compass tool as our guide :)   Bug loves to direct us where to go next on our “exploring adventure” by looking at his compass.  He likes to use the magnifying glass to look at plants and insects along our journey.  It has a carabiner clip and Bug likes to hook it to his belt loop.

A lot of these products come with patches you can put on your Backyard Safari Cargo Vest!

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Check out all their products for Summer Fun at www.BackyardSafari.com!

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*I received the items mentioned above from Backyard Safari Outfitters for my review.

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Brag Worthy Summer~ Problem Solvers Review and $50 GC Giveaway

I am always looking for new fun ways to get more organized in my apartment.  I live in a little place and have WAY too much stuff.  Problem Solvers is a great place to look for products to get more organized.  I was very excited to receive my Over-the-Door Flower Hook.  It is such an easy place to hang up my purse and keys.  I have not been misplacing my keys anymore!

Another thing that was fun to discover was that Problem Solvers has many different kinds of products.  They also have fun things for the kitchen.  One of my favorite things about camping is eating S’Mores.  I was very excited to discover an Indoor S’More Maker.  It is so easy to use.  You can use it in your oven or on your grill.  When I used it the first time, I did it in the oven.  It only takes about 5 minutes for yummy S’More goodness.  My only thing is that the marshmallows did not get that toasty taste that you get from roasting them over the fire.  Next time, I will be trying them on the grill to see if I get more of that toasted marshmallow favor.

Problem Solvers have many different products to try out!  They also have products for the kitchen, living room, many different tools and gadgets, and some great outdoor furniture

Problem Solvers gets bragging rights! 

 

 

One lucky Bragging Mommy reader will receive a $50 Gift Card to Problem Solvers!

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 Problem Solvers and sign up to receive their emails.  This is located on their home page on the bottom left side.

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 Problem Solvers on Facebook.
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  • 2 entries- Grab the Bragging Mommy button and put it on your blog. (leave a link).
  • 2 entries 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 to your post.
  • 1 entry per day- Tweet this giveaway.  Be sure to include a link to this post and @problemsolvers & @braggingmommy.

You can enter this giveaway until  June 30 @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.

**I received an Over-the-Door Flower Hook and an Indoor S’More Maker from Problem Solvers for this review.

Dealing with Allergies…So Glad There is Help!

I wrote this post while participating in a blog tour conducted by Clever Girls Collective on behalf of Children’s Claritin®. I have been compensated for my time commitment to the program.

Oh allergies, such a joy…NOT!  With all the warm weather we get so excited to get outside and play.  We forget about Allergies.  Darn those allergies!  My poor little guy gets allergies so bad that he can’t even function daily.  Runny and stuffy nose, headache, itchy eyes.  It all equals no fun for him :( When I see him so miserable I just feel so bad. I wish I could just take his allergies from him so he doesn’t have to suffer one more minute.  I really would if I could, but I can’t. kidsrunning  He loves to be outside so there is no way we can keep him in.  All I can say is that I am so grateful that there is great allergy medicine for kids available.  Without it we would be stuck inside wishing for allergy season to end, and dealing with a miserable child.  I have found that it is always good to plan ahead and give him his allergy medicine before we leave to go out, that way it has kicked in long before we are out in the elements and all his symptoms have begun.  But most days we are outside a lot so he has to take it everyday regardless.  Allergies are definitely not a fun thing to have to deal with, I am just so glad that there are great products to help ease the discomforts and make playing outside more enjoyable for my little guy!

 

 

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Brag Worthy Summer ~ Wind and Weather Review and $50 GC Giveaway [CLOSED]

wind6It’s always great to find new stores that carry items I haven’t seen anywhere else! Wind and Weather is one of those stores. I love all of their outdoor accessories that are perfect for sprucing up a backyard for summertime! True to their name, they have a huge selection of products for the outdoor enthusiast.

“We have a passion for the weather. We love to study clouds, gauge winds, count raindrops, predict storms, and track every single life-affecting detail. This boundless enthusiasm for all things meteorological began brewing in 1976 when Wind & Weather opened its doors on the beautiful north coast of California. Over three decades later, we’re drenched in industry knowledge and experience, and recognized as a world-trusted supplier of weather instruments.

wind weather instruments that includes top brands like Maximum, Davis, Rainwise, Oregon Scientific, and Lacrosse. We also offer a fine selection of field-approved supplies like binoculars, watches, radios, and emergency-support tools.”

Students, gardeners, bird watchers, sports enthusiasts, pilots, hobbyists, and pros have unique demands for weather data. We specialize in satisfying each degree of curiosity with a multi-level collection of

Wind & Weather sent me their Stainless Steel Tub for all my partying needs Winking smile. wind1

“This roomy, rustproof, and watertight tub will give an air of prestige to the most pedestrian of contents as they sit atop a powder-coated, hand-forged wrought iron folding stand. Holds as many as 10 bottles of wine or champagne.”

I love my new Stainless Steel Tub and used it for a party I just hosted. It fit several soda cans & water bottles (along with ice) in it & was great in keeping them cold throughout the whole night. The tub is big enough to hold a lot, but small enough that it could fit on a table without taking up too much space. And it looks great too!

Wind & Weather has so many fun things! They have weathervanes, pro weather stations, kitchen accessories, home décor, landscaping supplies, and more! Some of my favorite wind2items were from their ‘outdoor seating’ category. If I had a back porch, I would definitely need the cute chair swing that they have! My girls would love it and I can imagine myself relaxing in it every night!

“Distinctive garden décor and artful objects for the home are also part of our expertise. Our exclusive collection of weathervanes, cupolas, armillary spheres, mailboxes, and sculpture for the yard and garden has expanded with imaginative wind7accessories for the home. We shop the globe to provide the world’s most exquisite objects with a focus on unique, handcrafted art. Each selection represents our unwavering high standards for quality and performance.”

The Wind & Weather website has categories & sub-categories to help searching for the perfect product easier. You know a store has a huge selection when they have ‘sub-categories’. I love having so many options!!

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Things that are BRAG WORTHY:

  • HUGE selection
  • Great place to find the perfect gift
  • Something for every space
  • Unique items
  • They even have toys!
  • Items to fit every budget
  • Satisfaction guaranteed

Wind & Weather gets BRAGGING RIGHTS!!

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Wind & Weather is generously giving away a $50 GC to one lucky reader!!

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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 Wind and Weather and tell us what you would buy with your GC if you win.

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 Wind and Weather on Facebook.
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  • 5 entries- Enter to win a Family Vacation here. Tell us the name you used to enter.
  • 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 in your tweet.\

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until June 27th @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.

*I received a Stainless Steel Tub from Wind and Weather for the purpose of this review