Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Cash Back on Diapers!

If you have little ones in diapers, then you might love this deal! Through the end of 2010, Diapers.com and Soap.com are offering up 30% cash back on your diaper purchases!
Here’s how it works…
* Head over to Diapers.com or Soap.com (both sites are eligible for this promo)
* Add any amount of diapers to your cart (orders over $49 also snag FREE shipping)
* Enter the code 30AFF at checkout
* You’ll earn 30% cash back starting with this order and other orders through the end of 2010!
* Cash back credits are applied to diaper purchases after discounts (i.e. if you buy a case of diapers for $42.99 and use a $5 coupon, you will earn 30% cash back on $37.99).

The cash back credits will be placed in your account within 10 days of purchase. Credits are valid for 60 days and will be automatically applied to your next purchase on Diapers.com or Soap.com. To see your credit balance go to the My Account section of the site. Also, keep in mind that you can only earn cash back on a maximum of $300 in diaper purchases. This cash back offer may not be combined with any other offers. Cloth diapers do NOT qualify for cash back credits (except gDiapers which do qualify).

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Giving Back with Candy!!

What do you and your kids do with all that Halloween candy that you collect on October 31st? Do you have a big bowl in the kitchen where all the candy is collected and then up for grabs? Do you stash the candy in a secret place and then allow each of your kids to have one piece each day? Well, if you want to do something different with all that Halloween candy this year, consider participating in the Halloween Candy Buy Back.
Here's how it works…
* Participating dentists buy back kids’ unopened Halloween candy for $1 per pound at a scheduled event (click here to find an event near you)
* Dentists send the candy to Operation Gratitude or other Military support groups
* Operation Gratitude sends the candy to U.S. Military deployed in harm’s way

What a great idea! Let me know if you end up participating!!

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Clothing & Toy Swap!

The first semi-annual Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library KidStuff Toy and Clothing Swap is happening on
October 20 from 5-9 pm.
This is a fun opportunity to clean out those closets and toy chests. Come early if you need to bring your kids (they can play in the play space while you shop) or come later without them for grownup socializing and leisurely browsing.
To participate, please collect toys and clothes that are still in good shape but ready to find a new home and put them in reusable or paper grocery bags. Label the bags with your name and bring them in to the Toy Library by October 19 during operating hours (until 2:30 pm). When you come in, you’ll need to pay the entrance fee and receive a receipt to participate. Bring your receipt on October 20 and we’ll give back your bags so that you can fill them up with clothes and toys you want to take home.

Date: October 20
Time: 5-9 pm
Place: Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library (5401 Centre Avenue, in the basement of the First United Methodist Church)
Entrance Fee: $5 for volunteer members, $7 for non-volunteer members, $10 for non-members

So bring in those clothes that don’t fit and toys that your kids never got excited about. You are sure to find something great at the swap and hang out with other thrifty parents. Don’t forget the chance to swap last year’s Halloween costumes! Any questions, or if you would like to help with this event, please email Olivia Wells at wells.olivia@yahoo.com.
Learn more about the PTLL at pghtoys.com!

Friday, October 8, 2010

Candy Stash!

So, I just got back from Rite Aid where I got the following bags of candy for FREE. Absolutely free!! I am now ready for Halloween (& maybe a little bribery for potty-training, wink*wink)

So, it does take 2 seconds of planning, but I think it's totally worth it!
You also must have a Wellness Card and be SURE they scan it before ringing up any item or the rewards won't come through. If you don't have a card, sign-up is quick, easy, & free.

Rite Aid has the following candies on sale 2 for $5.
* Skittles 14 oz
* Swedish Fish 14 oz
* Cow Tail Minis 10 oz
* Starburst 14oz
* Jolly Ranchers 14oz
* Caramel Cremes 12 oz
* Sour Patch Kids 14 oz
* Jolly Rancher Pops 10 oz
* Charms Blow Pops 10.4 oz or 11.4 oz
* Dum Dum Pops 11.4 oz
* Lifesaver Mints Wint o Green 13 oz

However, after you purchase, 3 extras will print on your receipt - a $1 reward and two $2 rewards. These are the same as cash!

So here's how it works: buy 2 bags. Pay $5, your $5 rewards will print. Use these to purchase the next 2 bags, then use those rewards to purchase the next 2 bags, etc....The rewards will only print for up to 12 bags. So you would have to ring up 6 orders, but hopefully, like me, you'll have a very nice cashier who is thrilled at the deal you are getting. :) So, you will pay $5 up front, but at the end, you end up with $5 in rewards left over and you can use those to purchase whatever, more candy if you have lots of trick-or-treaters!
I found the bags that I got, not by the Halloween candy, but further back where their regular candy section is. Be sure to look for those that have a sign that say 2/$5.
I believe this sale will only be through Saturday (Oct. 9th), so grab it before it's gone.

Hope you're able to score lots of free candy too!
Now I just have to make sure the pregnant momma in my house doesn't eat it all. (That's me!!)

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Lucky winner #7!!

Congrats to Monica McElwain who was our big winner for the Seventh Generation Give-A-Way!!!

Her comment was I really like the diapers, they are soft and clean looking, with no crazy pictures on them! I have also used some cleaning agents, and it just feels GOOD using the product.


True Random Number Generator
Result: 7
random.org

Congrats on the great package full of great products coming to your home!!

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Seventh Generation Giveaway!!!!!!

As we neared 100 facebook fans, I wanted to do something extra special!! So I figured a giveaway was a good way to go. :) Since I love the company Seventh Generation and they are very baby & kid-friendly in their products, I asked them if they would be willing to sponsor this giveaway for us. Being the AWESOME company they are, they immediately jumped on board!!
So, one lucky mom is going to walk away with an amazing prize package! Here's what it holds:
Natural Baby Starter Kit
One pack of Diapers (you request size)
Baby Wipes Tub
Baby Wipes Refill
Baby Laundry Detergent
Disinfecting Multi-Surface Cleaner
Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner
Disinfecting Wipes - 35 ct.
  All Purpose Cleaner
Natural Paper Towels
Seventh Gen Reusable Bag
Their only request was that I also try each of these products (which they sent me!) and provide an honest review of them. Hey, NO problem!! So here is my honest opinion............ :)
Diapers - I REALLY like their diapers. I think they work great, hold leaks (maybe not perfect for my heavy wetter overnight though), and hold up well. I love that they are chlorine-free, hypoallergenic, fragrance and latex free for my little guy's sensitive skin. One of my favorite things about them (and this is probably weird!), but I love that they are neutral-oatmeal colored and don't have goofy characters. The biggest thing is you have to watch out for is their sizing. I think that they tend to run small, so even if your child wears size 4, they might easily fit size 5.
Baby Wipes - I have to admit, I'm kind of a Huggies snob when it comes to wipes. And once you've used Huggies wipes, I think nothing else is quite as thick! That being said, I think the wipes did a great job of cleaning and were very moist, which I liked a lot.
Laundry Detergent - I do use cloth diapers much of the time, and as I said before, my little guy has extremely sensitive skin. So I have to be very careful in what detergent I use for his diapers. I have found that 7th Generation is one of the few laundry detergents that I can use, so I love that. The only downside is, the last time I purchased it, it cost $10 and I personally think that's a little too high for detergent. :)
Disinfecting Multi-Surface Cleaner - one of the first "green" switches I made when I had my baby, was to look for cleaning products that were safe & non-toxic for using around children. I definitely like their cleaners and because they always have $1.00 off coupons on their website, I can usually get them for a great price! Their website promises - Formulated to be safe for your family and the environment, this product does not create harsh fumes and is a non-toxic, biodegradable alternative to conventional petroleum-based cleaners.
Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner - I had not tried this bathroom cleaner before and I thought it worked very well. Again, a great option when your toddler likes to hug the toilet. :-/
Disinfecting Wipes - with kids around, we can go through these by the canful! Love having these around for quick cleans.
Seventh Gen Reusable Bag - can always use a nice reusuable bag to use while shopping or throwing extra toys in or whatever!
All Purpose Cleaner & Natural Paper Towels - these 2 items were on backorder for me, so unfortunately, I didn't get a chance to try them out yet!

To check out all the Seventh Generation products and to print coupons, check out their website! http://www.seventhgeneration.com/

So..........here's how to enter the giveaway!!
Please leave a comment on this post stating what product you have tried from Seventh Generation or would be interested in trying! (click on "mommies who chimed in").
If you don't have a google or blogger account, you can leave a comment by clicking anonymous, but be sure to leave your name!
Contest entries will be taken until Tuesday, October 5th and a winner will be chosen by random.org.

Good luck & thanks Seventh Generation!

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

RADical Days in Pittsburgh

Unfortunately, I was a little late in coming across this and so missed some good freebies, but there are still plenty to take advantage of!
RADical Days is a month long event for Living Pittsburgh fans! Now in its ninth year, RADical Days features free admission, musical and dance performances, take-home art and other family activities offered by dozens of arts and culture organizations, in addition to libraries, parks and sports facilities all funded in part by the Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD). 2010 offers the public a record-setting 41 free admission sites!

Please note special restrictions, and that all locations are first-come, first served. Free admission is limited to the day indicated, only. Participating assets are NOT free admission on every day. Check listings for each asset’s free date, times and limitations. Some events require advance registration. No rain checks. Parking charges may apply.

Wednesday, September 29
Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
Free Admission 9:30AM-5PM
phipps.conservatory.org

Heinz Field
Free Admission 10AM-3PM (tours only)

Allegheny-Kiski Valley Heritage Museum
Free Admission 11AM-3PM
akvhs.org

Pittsburgh Center for the Arts
Free Admission 1-4PM
pittsburgharts.org

Saturday, October 9th
Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
Free Concert 11AM-Noon

Sunday, October 10
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium
Free Admission 9AM-4PM

Senator John Heinz History Center and Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum

Free Admission 10AM-5PM
heinzhistorycenter.org • twitter.com/historycenter

Fort Pitt Museum
Free Admission 10AM-5PM
heinzhistorycenter.org

Pittsburgh Center for the Arts
Free Admission Noon-5PM

Venture Outdoors
Free Admission 10AM-Dusk
Experience Pittsburgh’s three rivers in a flat-water kayak.
Kayak Pittsburgh, under Clemente Bridge at PNC Park (North Shore)
ventureoutdoors.org • kayakpittsburgh.org

National Aviary
Free Admission 10AM-5PM
aviary.org

Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh
Free Admission Noon-5PM
pittsburghkids.org

Mattress Factory
Free Admission 1-5PM
mattress.org • twitter.com/mattressfactory

And there are many more as well! Check them all out as well as find out specific details for each event here!