We Love Springfree Trampoline & A {HUGE} Giveaway {$1,899 value}!

What kid doesn’t love a trampoline?  I know I enjoyed jumping on a trampoline as a kid (still do).  But moms have all kinds of things to worry about with trampolines right?  They have springs that can pinch you or that you can fall through.  The nets that are made to keep you inside the trampoline can have hard metal bars that if you jump into them it could really hurt. And those are just  a few of the safety hazards.

I had all of those excuses for not getting a trampoline even though I knew a trampoline would be a lot of fun for our family.  I knew my kids would love to jump on a trampoline and share it with friends but the idea of them getting hurt kept us from making the investment.  Then I heard about Springfree Trampolines.  This changes everything!

We visited the Springfree showroom here locally in Texas and were amazed from the moment we saw these very different looking trampolines.  There are absolutely no springs!  The mat that you jump on goes all the way to the edge and, just as amazing, the net that keeps you on the trampoline will hold you in if you fall into it.  There is nothing hard on it to injure yourself.  So as long as you are being smart about how you jump the risk of injury is almost none.

My kids were thrilled to spend about an hour and a half trying out each of the different sizes of trampolines (there’s one for just about every sized backyard).  They had so much fun and got in some great exercise!

When our trampoline was delivered to our house (the S113 square) the kids wanted it set up right away.  We probably should have paid for the installation because we couldn’t get it up soon enough for them and it was a lot of work.  It did take a good bit of time to get it set up.  My wonderful husband worked on it and got a kind neighbor to help (thank you!).

We got the trampoline set up just 5 days ago and my kids have been jumping on it every free moment they have had.  We had to have them jump one at a time and count to 100 jumps or 3 minutes max each just so they wouldn’t argue over who’s turn it was.  The first night I didn’t get to go on the trampoline until the little kids had gone to bed but then I went out, just as the sun was setting, and I got a great workout jumping for only 15 minutes.  I was winded and tired after that and am excited to use the trampoline as a way to workout from now on.

If you’ve ever thought about purchasing a trampoline but hesitated because they aren’t safe then you will want to consider the safest trampoline available: a Springfree Trampoline.  You can learn more about them by watching some quick videos on Youtube and by following Springfree on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest.

And… I have great news! Springfree is giving away the same trampoline we have!! You could win a Large Square Springfree trampoline worth $1,899 by entering with the Rafflecopter entry form below (if you are reading this in email click over to the site to enter). Enter and share with your friends!!

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Dislosure: Springfree provided my family with a trampoline for free to review in exchange for this post.  The opinions shared in this post are my my own and are honest.  I love to share with you what me and my family enjoy!

Cravings-The Devotional {Enter to Win One}

You know that feeling you get when you discover something really fantastic?  I felt that little tug in my heart as I opened up Cravings- The Devotional cards and read the first one as I slid it into place on its adorable cupcake shaped holder. “This,” I thought “is just what moms need!”

The adorable cupcake holder sits on your counter top and holds devotional cards that are PERFECT for moms.  They are just what you need to be refreshed and encouraged.  Each time I changed the card I felt like the devotion for that day spoke right to my heart.  They are simple, quick, include Bible verses.  I loved that I could go back to it throughout the day rereading and attempting to memorize the verses.

It would be silly for me to ask you if you are busy.  If you are a mom, of course you are busy.  That is why I love the idea of this devotional.  Finally there is a devotional that will not just sit on your bedside table unread.  Stick this Cravings devotional in a spot you see every day like near the kitchen sink or on your bathroom counter top and you will have a daily reminder to devote moments of your day to what God wants to speak to your heart.

Cravings- The Devotional is so perfect for new moms that are still trying to get a grip on a new reality.  I plan to give Cravings as a shower or baby gifts.  It would also make a great gift for any mom, at any stage, who could use encouragement throughout her day.

About Cravings:

Cravings is a collection of card-size devotionals based on the Psalms. They are written to help mothers develop their relationship with God in the midst of motherhood.
Each card contains a scripture for the day, a “thoughtlet,” and an action idea. As moms crave the sweet morsels from God’s Word, they can draw a card from a delectable Cravings holder—a pink cupcake!—that also displays the daily card for hands-free viewing. Versatile enough to fit with any feminine décor in a dining nook, a prayer closet, a kitchen–wherever you‘d want Scripture at your fingertips. If you find you need Cravings around the home, just one may not be enough!
Cravings can be a mom’s daily devotional, a supplement to her regular quiet time, or even doubled up during the day. The set of 40 cards offers over a month’s worth of Cravings in whatever way serves the spiritual needs of individual moms.

About the author:

Carey Bailey is a recovering perfectionist, wife, proud mama and Family Life director for her church in Surprise, Ariz. On the side she loves party planning, crafting, and pursuing her dream of writing. She has a degree in religion from Westminster College and writes at her blog at www.carebaileyonline.com.

“When I became a mom I lost my God time,” says Carey Bailey. “I couldn’t figure out how to fit it in, since everything but that time was a priority. So I made note cards that I set around my house with scriptures written on them. Even when my arms were too full of babies, laundry, and diapers to pick up a Bible, I could easily read God’s words of encouragement that I was starving for”

And Cravings–The Devotional was born. Celebrate with Carey by entering her Minute-for-Mom Giveaway!

One grand prize winner will receive:

  • $50 gift card to Erin Condren Shop (Your one-stop-shop for all things awesome!)
  • $50 gift card to Victoria’s Secret® (For something pretty.)
  • $25 gift card to Bath & Body Works® (For a little spa treatment.)
  • 2 Sets of Cravings – The Devotional (For you and a friend.)
  • Scentsy Plug In and 2 Bars (A lovely scent for your space.)

Hurry, the giveaway ends on 5/12/12. The winner will be announced 5/14/12 on Carey’s blog!

Just click one of the icons below to enter! Tell your friends about Carey’s giveaway on FACEBOOK or TWITTER and increase your chances of winning.

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Disclosure: I received Cravings- The Devotional for free to review. The opinions shared are my own.

Happy Nappers: Cute Gifts for Kids {And a Giveaway}

Have you seen Happy Nappers yet?  Coppin’s Gifts has these cute animals that tuck inside their homes to create a pillow. When nap time is over, ring the door bell on the pillow, wake up the animal, unzip the door, pull the animal out and enjoy playing with this fun Happy Nappers friend.

Happy Nappers come as a Ladybug, Cow, Dragon, Bear, Monkey, Dog, Penguin or Unicorn.  My 3 year old was thrilled to receive the Happy Nappers ladybug.  It is bright pink in color and super cute!  Right away we had to bring it with us everywhere we went and the ladybug got tucked into her home for bedtime.

Happy Nappers are a fun new way to play with stuffed animals and snuggle with them during nap time.  They are great for road trips or stays at grandma’s house because you don’t have to bring along a bulky pillow and a stuffed animal.  Just bring the Happy Napper and it becomes a pillow. They are very soft and super cuddly.

Happy Nappers are a great gift idea for kids! Think of them for Birthdays, get well gifts, rewards, and just because.

Coppin’s Gifts sells Happy Nappers and other great gifts for kids and adults alike.  The are very generously offering a Mommy Kudos the opportunity to WIN a Happy Napper of their choice. Enter using the Rafflecopter form below.  If you are reading this in an email or feed reader click here to go to the site to enter.
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Hot Tot Haircare for Kids

So I had this problem.  I really have enjoyed styling my kids hair from the time they are little but it’s very hard to find products that are safe and work.  Since I know the dangers of parabens and all of the other chemicals that tend to be in hair care products, for both kids and adults, I couldn’t bring myself to using these products on my little ones hair. Just recently I came across Hot Tot Haircare for Kids and I was thrilled to find that they don’t have any of the yucky stuff (as I like to call it) in them and they are formulated specifically for babies and kids.

Megan, who came up with Hot Tot Haircare after having the same issues I had with other products for her own kids, offered to send me some samples to try out with my kids.  I agreed to try it and see if we liked it.

 

We tried out the Styling Gel on my son who loves to wear his hair spiky, and it worked well to hold the style in place and he said it “smells really good!”  

One of my daughters really liked the Structure Whip to hold curls in her hair and she also commented repeatedly about loving the scent of it.

Besides not having the harmful chemicals in it I believe that my favorite thing about Hot Tot haircare is the scent.  It is really a simple and sweet scent for babies and kids.  It is not too strong and perfume-like but subtle and very pleasant.

I don’t have a little baby anymore but I love the idea of the Sweet Pea Serum for babies.  It is light and is perfect for little baby curls.  My oldest had a full head of hair when she was born and I would have loved to have had this product for her when she was little.  My son also had ringlets that started at 9 months old and the Sweet Pea Serum would have been great for keeping them in place. If you have a little one, or an older one with fine hair, I would suggest you try this.  I’d love to know how you like it.

You can find out more about Hot Tot Haircare and their full product line here or follow them on twitter for updates.  You can also like them on Facebook.

Let me know if you try any of their products and what you think. I think you’ll agree that the scent is heavenly and they work great!

What is your biggest dilemma with your little one’s hair?

 

Annie’s New Rising Crust Pizza {Win One to Try}

We have a semi-weekly pizza night in our family.  Usually I will make the pizza myself to make sure the ingredients are healthy but sometimes I just want something quick to pop in the oven. So when Moms Meet contacted me about trying out Annies’s new certified organic rising crust pizza I was happy to do so.

We have been fans of Annie’s products for years now.  If you need quick and easy meals (and what mom doesn’t at one time or another?) but still want to serve healthy food then Annie’s is a great option!  We also really love their snack foods for after school or on the go!

We baked the new organic rising crust pizza and it smelled amazing!  Everyone dug in while it was still warm and agreed it tasted just as good as some of our favorite pizza restaurants.  My kids LOVED it and have since asked for it on several occasions!  The crust, in particular, was a huge hit and knowing that it has 8g of whole grains per serving made me feel good about serving it to my family.

I think you will find Annie’s rising crust pizza to be better than other frozen pizza options both in taste and in health.  Annie’s uses 100% real cheese, made with milk from cows not treated with the growth hormone rBST*.  Annie’s pizza also features meats with no nitrates or nitrites added (except for naturally occurring nitrates in sea salt or celery juice powder).

Annie’s Rising Crust Pizza is available in four flavors, including Uncured Pepperoni, Four Cheese, Supreme, and Spinach & Mushroom. They are all ready to eat in 25 minutes or less with a crispier or softer crust depending on how you bake it.

Would you like to WIN some Annie’s certified organic Rising Crust Pizza to try?  3 lucky winners will each receive a coupon for a free Annie’s pizza! To enter fill out the Rafflecopter form below.  If you are reading this in an email or in a feed reader then click here to enter.


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Disclaimer: I received this product for free from the sponsor of the Moms Meet SM program, May Media Group LLC, who received it directly from the manufacturer. As a Moms Meet SM blogger, I agreed to use this product and post my opinion on my blog. My opinions do not necessarily reflect the opinions of May Media Group LLC or the manufacturer of the product.