#Amazinghood Newborn Advice and Giveaway

This post and giveaway were made possible byiConnect and Dreft. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine.


Having a newborn is one of the most precious things in the world.  You have been pregnant for what seems like forever and you now have a baby!  Things can become overwhelming with a newborn in your household.  I am going to give you a bit of advice.  This is from what my mother and grandmother told me and it has worked for me.  I hope my bits of advice help you, too!


Sleep when that baby sleeps!   Even if you can only sleep for 30 minutes during the day while the baby is sleeping , DO IT!  This is the best piece of advice I was given and the most valuable. Your body will thank you for those power naps.






Don't be afraid to ask questions.  Ask your mother.  Ask a friend.  We were all new mothers at one point and seeking advice from others. Dont ever think a question or concern you have seems silly. 

Always, and I mean always, wash your newborn's clothes with Dreft.  Dreft has been around for 80 years and I have always used it on my newborn's clothing and bedding.  My Mom used, Dreft, too.    

Dreft along with Sean and Katherine Lowe from The Bachelor have partnered together to share their news about their roles as expectant parents.  They recentl had a baby shower and Dreft was on the gift registry!

 

Dreft has three products;  Dreft Stage 1: Newborn; Dreft Stage 2: Active Baby and Dreft Blissfuls.  All of these products smell so good.  The Stage Two Active Baby is specifically designed with your developing baby in mind.  Once your baby has smeared green peas all over their  clothes or made a mess while playing outdoors, Dreft removes 99% of these stains.  Dreft is made to be gentle on your babies skin, but tough on stains,  And, it smells wonderful. 

I am hosting a baby shower giveaway where one of my lucky readers will win a Dreft  package worth $75. 

• Dreft products (Newborn, Active Baby, & Blissfuls)
• Little Me Welcome to the World Bib and Burp Set
•  Little Me Giraffe Gown
• Gender Neutral Lovey

Giveaway is open to USA only.  Winner will have 48 hours to respond to email or forfeit the prize.  Reviewz & Newz is not responsible for shipment of prize.
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Win a $25 Visa Gift Card

Win a $25 Visa Gift Card!  Reviewz & Newz is not responsible for shipment of prize.

Any parent absolutely could tell you that parenting can often be difficult, very difficult. Parenthood is absolutely life's biggest balancing act. Between busy schedules, meal prep, homework, messes, and more some days it feels like it is impossible to get a minute of me time. Life doesn't stop for moms to catch their breath when everyone is healthy, and it definitely doesn't stop when you add a sick little one to the mix. Enter below to win a $25 Visa Gift Card sponsored by Pfizer!

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HoMedics Shiatsu Massage Cushion Review

As a mom, I find my days full of bending and stretching and lifting. By the time the kids are in bed and the housework is done for the day, and I get a chance to sit down, my back is killing me. I just want to run away to a spa and take up residence on the massage table. Unfortunately, reality has a firm grasp on me, so that dream doesn't last long.

How I Save Money With Groupon Coupons

This is a sponsored post.  All opinions are 100% my own.

Everyone in my family knows I love to shop!  With Groupon Coupons, I can save money while I shop.  I can have the things I want and need for less money.  If there is a deal, I can find it.

Groupon Coupons has so many options to choose.  I have bought many local deals from them before, but I have recently discovered Groupon Coupons for my favorite stores online and in-store.

One of my favorite stores is Belk.  Right now Groupon Coupons has four coupons for Belk and one of them is for Michael Kors.  I bet that got your attention!  They have a great sale going on right now.

You can have brand name items for a lot less if you use coupons and Groupon Coupons has a lot of choices.  From H&R Block to Advance Auto Parts, you too can save money.  ALWAYS, and I mean always,  check out the Groupon Coupons before you make any purchases whether you are shopping online or in store.

Saving money on my purchases is a way of life for me.  I have been this way since I was a teen.  With Groupon Coupons, you can save money on the things you want to buy.  And, after all, who doesn't love saving money?

From Mother's Day Gifts to Gifts for the Graduate, you are going to find a deal if you use Groupon Coupons.  Make sure to check it out!

What is your favorite Groupon Coupon? Check them out on Facebook and Twitter!

#DreftSpring Giveaway

I love and have always used Dreft on all my babies.  Here is your chance to win a fabulous Dreft prize package.

Welcome to the #DreftSpring Giveaway!

Sponsored by: Dreft

Hosted by: Daily Deals from a Nerd Mom

Trusted for over 80 years, Dreft comes with a light, baby scent beloved by moms, and it remains safe and hypoallergenic for baby.

Please join @Dreft on May 9th from 9-10 pm EST as they host a Twitter Party with pediatrician and mom, Dr. Dyan Hes (@gramercypeds). Dr. Hes will be sharing her tips to ensure your baby is protected and comfortable during the spring allergy season. You can RSVP here.

One (1) lucky reader will win their own Dreft Hypoallergenic Package (ARV $60)!

Prizes include:

• Dreft products (Newborn, Active Baby, & Blissfuls)
• Gender neutral hypoallergenic blanket

Entering is simple using the widget below. Good luck!

US ONLY – Ends 5/9/16

Rules: This giveaway is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by or associated with Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or any other social media. The winner will be chosen randomly and contacted by email. Winner will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is drawn. US only. Daily Deals From a Nerd Mom and all bloggers involved are not responsible for prize shipment.

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Billion Dollar Brows

I have a very difficult relationship with my eyebrows. Very. Difficult. One has a decent shape, but it's not very full. The other is nicely full and has a horrible shape. Don't even get me started on the random annoying hairs that grow in the wrong direction, or out of line with the rest of the brow. Ugh.

I've tried and failed at numerous brow products and had passable results with others. It's really just a crap shoot. One day I'll do a fairly good job, the next day I'll look like I let my 5-year-old do it. Heck, I might try letting my 5-year-old do it, he couldn't do a worse job than I do. even if I get the left one looking pretty good, the right one ends up looking like I didn't even try. That's more user error than product problems.

Fast, Cheap, and Easy.

When it's hot out I like to keep the cooking to a minimum to keep from heating the house up. Anything that can be cooked on a small appliance is a real winner.If it's a quick fix, doesn't cost a lot, and is easy, I'm even more on board. One of our absolute favorite fast, cheap, and easy small appliance meals is chicken quesadillas. They can be made on/in several appliance. Indoor electric grill, toaster oven, sandwich press, electric griddle, or even a waffle iron. We've also made them on a campfire and an outdoor grill, which makes them great for camping too.

Win a $75 Target Gift Card from StorkIt App

Reviewz & Newz is promoting this giveaway.  You can win a $75 gift card from StorkIt! Enter to Win a $75 Target Gift Card from StorkIt App

I think this is a retty neat app and if you download the app and enter this giveaway, you have a chance to win a $75 gift card from Target! 

Mommy and Baby Reviews and some of her blogger friends along with StorkIt has teamed up to bring our readers an AMAZING Target Giftcard Giveaway! One random reader who downloads the StorkIt mobile app will win a $75 Target gift card and the reader who uses the app the most will also win a $75 Target gift card!

Win a $50 Little Caesars Gift Card

Reviewz & Newz is happy to promote this giveaway.  Reviewz & Newz  is not responsible for shipement of prize and was in no way compensated for this post.

Hosted by: Tales From A Southern Mom and Hints and Tips Blog Sponsor: Little Caesars Prize: $50 Gift Card to Little Caesars

Have you tried the new Stuffed Crust Deep Dish Pizza from Little Caesars? It is really good, and it is one that of course my whole family can agree on. They all love the cheesy stuffed center, and the deep dish crust. The pizza is pretty amazing!

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Jennie-O

Jennie-O as some great recipes for Cinco de Mayo!  I am especially pleased with these Miami Steet-Style Turkey Tacos .  I was pleasantly surpised to find out that there are made with Lean Taco Seasoned Ground Turkey from Jennie-O and topped with a mango citrus slaw.  Each taco contains only 180 calories.

You can eat guilt free for Cinco de Mayo with this great recipe from Jennie-O.  This is easy to make in under 30 minutes(HELLO!) and is a low calorie meal!  What are some of your favorite meals to make with Jennie-O products?

Jennie-O provided me with coupons in exchange for this post.

Stuffed Jumbo Shells

Tired of the same pasta meals? These stuffed jumbo shells will make you mouth water. They are sure to please any crowd.

LuLaRoe Pop-Up Giveaway

With all the craze about LuLuRoe, I know my readers will be excited about this giveaway.  Make sure and enter this giveaway today!

A little about LuLaRoe:

LuLaRoe is a family owned clothing company based in California. Every item except for the leggings are made in the USA. If you see something you like, make sure to get it while you can, because all prints are limited

With the excitement of hosting my first LuLaRoe Pop-Up, I am giving away a piece of LuLaRoe

5 Steps to Flawless with Rimmel London

In the quest to find good makeup, I've tried hundreds of products from dozens of brands at every price point.  There are basically two factions in the makeup world, the high-end "prestige" brands that are sold in department and specialty stores, and the "drugstore" brands that are sold at mass retailers and drugstores. There used to be a very distinct quality difference between the two factions, but in recent years, that line has dissolved quite a bit. For the most part, the "prestige" brands are still very good quality, but the "drugstore" brands are starting to show some of that same quality, but are staying very affordable.

Shark® Rotator® Powered Lift-Away™ Speed

Wondering what to get your Mother, or perhaps your wife for Mother's Day?  Let me give you a big hint!  Get her a Shark® Rotator® Powered Lift-Away™ Speed.  Usually, I am not a fan of giving or receiving a vacuum cleaner as a gift.  But, this would be my one and only exception.

I was ecstatic to receive my Shark and I had JUST VACUUMED with my other vacuum.  Well, I thought I had vacuumed until I quickly went over the floor with my Shark® Rotator® Powered Lift-Away™ Speed.  Much to my surprise, the Shark cleaned way better than the vacuum I was using,  WAY better.  My floors are going to love me from now on,  because I plan on using the Shark® Rotator® Powered Lift-Away™ Speed FOREVER!

5 Reasons I Love Therafit Shoes

Looking to jazz up your spring wardrobe with a pair of new shoes?  I received these really awesome shoes from Therafit.

Mother's Day Heart To Heart Collection Gift Box Giveaway

Here is a neat gift for Mother's Day!  Reviewz  &Newz is happy  to promote this giveaway.

Mother's Day Heart To Heart Collection Gift Box Giveaway

Sponsored by: Mochidoki

Hosted by: Daily Deals From a Nerd Mom

Ends 5/2/16

Open to US Residents in the contiguous 48 states

Flavors in the Heart To Heart Collection Gift Box include:

• Vanilla Chocolate Chip mochi Ice cream hearts decorated with pink and white chocolate
• Raspberry mochi ice cream dipped in white chocolate and finished with cranberry crystals
• Strawberry mochi ice cream dipped in pink and white chocolate tie dye then drizzled with semi-sweet dark chocolate

April 2016 ipsy Glam Bag Review

It's that time of the month again! ipsy Glam Bag time!

For any new readers or those unaware, the ipsy Glam Bag is a monthly beauty subscription service. You pay $10 a month, or $110 a year (basically you get one bag free for paying up front for a year) and once a month a package comes straight to your mailbox that contains a cute little makeup bag and five full size, or deluxe size sample beauty products. It's a great way to try out new products and build your makeup collection for a cheap price.

Win a Bamboo Moby Baby Wrap

You can win a Bamboo Moby Baby Wrap in this newest giveaway! Good luck to all of our readers.

 Moby is a leader in the baby wearing community. With their soft and easy to use wraps they are many parents first experience with baby wearing. While the length of the wrap can be intimidating when first looked at, its really not that complicated. Check out the very easy tutorials on YouTube and you will be confident in a flash. To read more about the benefits of baby wearing (according to an occupational therapist) click here. If you have not tried to baby wear yet and are intimated by trying alone MamatheFox would suggest reaching out to your local BWI (Baby Wearing International) group. Most major (and some smaller) cities have a group of baby wearing pros who meet up on a weekly or monthly basis. You can go and talk to real baby wearing parents and they can teach you in person how to properly wear your child. You can typically borrow carriers too before you buy, making the process fun and easy.

Old Time Candy

Look at this wonderful box of candy from Old Time Candy!  I chose the 1980s box and I see some of my favorite candies in this box., From Pop Rocks to Giant Sweet Tarts, this box was filled with FOUR POUNDS of candy.    Missing from the box are a box of Mike and Ike, because, well, I ate them before I took the picture!  You can win your very own box of Old Time Candy, a $39.99 value by entering the Rafflecopter below.

Who Wants Guacamole?

Avocado season is in full swing and the price of these delectable fruits has come down to a price that makes it friendlier to making guacamole. I do make guacamole year round, regardless of price, but from April thru September when the prices are down, we have guacamole in the fridge pretty much constantly.

Plackers Kids’ Flosser Friend Giveaway

You can nver have enough flossers for your kids!  keep those teeth clean and enter for your chance to win!

Plackers Kids’ Flosser Friend Giveaway

Gymini Kick &Play-City Safari Giveaway

Welcome To Our Gymini Kick & Play-City Safari Giveaway!  Thanks to our friends at Tammie's Reviews, Giveaways, amd More for this great giveaway!  Celebrate National Zoo Lover's Day with these cute zoo themed play mays from Tiny Love. 

Hosted By Tammie's Reviews, Giveaways and More, Promoted by some awesome bloggers

Win The Game of Life Yo-Kai Edition

Win The Game of Life Yo-Kai Edition

Playing a board game is so much fun with family and friends and The Game of Life Yo-Kai Edition is a wonderful way to have fun with your friends and all fans of Yo-Kai! 

Win a My Little Pony Equestria Girls Mini Story Pack

Win a My Little Pony Equestria Girls Mini Story Pack

One of my daughter's favorite toys as a kis was My Little Pony.  Here it is 2016 and My Little Pony toys have evolved with the times to entertain kids now. What little girl doesn't like My Little Pony and Slumber parties?! This prize combines them both in a fabulous way, a story pack and an Equestrian Girl Figure!

Sponsored By:Hasbro

Vera Mona Color Switch Review

Building and maintaining a decent makeup brush collection can be a rather costly endeavor. It can also be a rather drawn out process of buying and buying and buying until you find brushes that you are completely happy with. I have around 15 eye shadow brushes, but I only use 3 different ones. One I use for all over and transition colors, one I use for the crease and outer V, and the third I use for blending. Since two of those brushes have to pull double color duty, I had to get a towel and spend several minutes rubbing the brushes back and forth until I got the color out of them. I found myself lamenting having brushes with excellent color pick up. My eye shadow application time was triple what it should have been.

House Monkey

If you have an active family, or a large family, you have probably encountered some snafus when it comes to managing and organising. Who has to be where, and whose night is it to do the dishes? One minor error and the answer to those might both be Little Johnny. Mom might end up doing dishes at 2 am because it's the only time she has free since Little Johnny was at soccer practice.

Spinach Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

This simple, yet elegant salad is paired with a poppy seed dressing.  Feta cheese, strawberries and pecans, never tasted so good.

Lash Factory Giveaway

Would you like longer and fuller lashes?  Here is your chance to win 300X 3D Fiber Mascara from our friends at Dorky's Deals.

300X 3D Fiber Mascara by Lash Factory Giveaway

Hosted By: Dorky’s Deals

Sponsor: Lash Factory

Prize: 300X 3D Fiber Mascara from Lash Factory

Minecraft Story Mode Review and Giveaway

Photo provided by Telltale Games

A lot of families out there have at least one member who was bitten hard by the Minecraft bug. My family has suffered greatly with the joy of Minecraft. We have been addicted from the first time we played it on Xbox 360. A few years and hundreds of hours and millions of blocks placed later, we are still just as addicted, playing on Xbox One. When we heard about Minecraft Story Mode by TellTale Games, we knew we were going to have to have it. The idea of a playable story featuring the pixelated blocks we all have grown to love, was a very exciting one. My husband and I have played a few other TellTale Games releases, and we've always quite enjoyed the game play and story lines. Most of TellTale's games aren't family-oriented, so we have never played them with the kids. Minecraft Story Mode is rated E10+, meaning it is appropriate for anyone over the age of 10.