WonderCostumes Giveaway

This blog has teamed up with Bloggin’ Mamas for this amazing prize giveaway. We were not compensated for this posting.

 Since 2005, WonderCostumes has specialized in selling costumes and accessories for the whole family. Located in sunny Miami, Florida, the company ships to countries world-wide and are renowned for their excellent customer service and competitive prices. Whether you are looking for brave superheroes, enchanting princesses or spooky Halloween ghouls, Wonder Costumes has the selection to fit your needs and desires. Find your ideal costumes quickly and without hassle anytime throughout the year—for school plays, festivals, parties, or any themed event!  What costume would you buy if you won?

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 Now for the Giveaway! One lucky winner will receive $100 credit to WonderCostumes with free shipping. This is open to US residents, age 18 and older. Sponsor responsible for prize fulfillment. Refer to Giveaway Tools for terms & conditions. Giveaway begins October 8th, 2016 at 9pm Eastern and ends October 13th, 2016 at 11:59pm Eastern.

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Two Winners $100 Best Buy Gift Card

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Disclosure: Tom's Take On Things is participating with UnitedHealthcare on this promotion, however all opinions are 100% his. Participating bloggers helping promote the giveaway are not being compensated for this post.

 We all have questions about choosing the right health plan. We all have concerns about choosing the right one that will give us the most benefits. We all have fears about affording the right plan to cover us and our family in the ways that it must provide us the best coverage. Why not find out about the health plans from UnitedHealthcare? and see if they fit your needs, and the needs of your family and win some great prizes in the process. UnitedHealthcare makes it easy to find the information you need, and thinks everyone should be aware of all the options that their health plan offers, and how to get the information you need for procedures and benefits that you and your family needs.   There are 4 stages of the quiz which are all super fun, and easy, and not only can you win the $100 Best Buy Gift Card being given away here, you can win the $100 weekly prize on the UnitedHealthcare site, or the $500 monthly prize they are giving away as well. Tom's Take On Things, and participating bloggers are going to be promoting a chance for all of you to win a $100 Best Buy Gift Card, with one winner at the end of October, and one winner at the end of November. 

With the screenshot above you can see the beginning of the quiz, you must complete the whole quiz, and enter the promo code: tomstakeonthings when you are done and hit enter as in the screenshot below. Then come back daily here, to get more entries to win the $100 Best Buy Gift Card. You can take the quiz daily, and be entered to win for all the prizes being given away. Just come back, and start the process again! Stage 1: Answer a few quiz questions about health care, even if you don't know it, UnitedHealthcare will tell you the right answer! Stage 2: Play a matching game surrounding the three different types of health care accounts—try and match the different types of accounts you can have. Stage 3: Use our slide configurator to learn more about premiums versus out-of-pocket ratios. Are you a math wizard? even if you are not, test your ability and choosing the best answer! Stage 4: Use our ranker to organize what you think would be the least expensive option to the most expensive if you couldn't go see your Primary Care Physician. This promotion runs for 2 months! I know, lot's to keep up with, but every one of the wonderful bloggers helping and Tom's Take On Things will keep reminding you of the giveaway. Part 1: runs from 10/8 - 10/31 and will have a $100 Best Buy Gift Card Winner Part 2: runs from 11/1 - 11/30 and will have a $100 Best Buy Gift Card Winner  

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Top 6 Must Have Subscription Boxes

IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, THERE IS A SUBSCRIPTION BOX SERVICE FOR IT.

Monthly subscription box services are super popular right now. Whatever you're into, you can get it, delivered straight to your mailbox. Check out some of the awesome and very convenient subscription services I have found for you. 

Birchbox- Birchbox is the original beauty box. It is $10.00 per month, or you can pay in full for the year. They send you a customized beauty box of items based on a profile you fill out and what you are most interested in receiving. They also offer a male box subscription. If you like the products you receive, you can purchase them from their shop, and get points which are equal to actual dollars to spend in their shop. So that's a big fat bonus. If you're going to buy products, you should do it where you get rewarded. 

Dollar Shave Club- Razors. We all need them, and they aren't cheap. Dollar Shave Club offers a variety of options, and one of them is actually $1.00, but you are required to pay for shipping costs. The other options don't require shipping fees and, are all under $10.00 per month. If you don't need a monthly supply of razors, you can choose a plan that meets your grooming needs. The first month is free, so it can't hurt to try it out. You have nothing to lose. They also offer a wide variety of gels and creams that can be added to any order. For everyday shavers this seems like a heck of a deal. 

LootCrate- This is a gamer's fantasy box. Your "crate" is $13.95 per month, plus shipping. You will get a variety of items such as, collectibles, comic books, candy, or shirts. Every month you are dazzled by your favorite geeky loot.

BarkBox- This is a subscription service for your best friend, your dog. They send treats, grooming products, or toys based on your dog's size. Prices varies between $19-29 per month. This is a great way for you and your puppy to try new things and not spend a ton of cash. 

Bulu Box- This is a health, fitness, and weight loss subscription box service that sends 4 to 5 sample items each month to see what works for you with your fitness goals. As weight loss and health needs vary for everyone this seems like a great way to try new products based on your profile. Samples vary from vitamins, snacks, ointments, or teas. It is $10.00 per month and also has a store you can purchase from that gives you rewards. 

Fabletics- This is a stylish athletic wear subscription service that allows you to pick an outfit every month for $49.95. New styles are offered monthly, and you do have the option to skip if you aren't interested that month, as long as you tell them you are opting out. They are very on-trend outfits and have a variety of options to choose from. Your first outfit is only $25.00, so if you live in yoga wear, this box is certainly worth trying. 

All of these services, and so many more, make it fun to go to the mailbox again! I can't wait to see what's waiting for me today.

Spectra S1 Double Breast Pump

 Did you know that many insurance companies will now cover a brand new breast pump for expecting and new parents? That's right! There's no need to spend hundreds of dollars out-of-pocket for a new pump. A new, name-brand breast pump can be yours and there are services out there that will do all the work for you - including billing insurance and shipping the pump to you for free. Edwards Health Care Services is one of these organizations and they believe that all women should have access to breastfeeding equipment. So, they make the process of obtaining a breast pump simple. All you have to do is fill out their online form or give them a call. One of their Breast Pump Concierges will take care of verifying your insurance, getting a prescription from your doctor and communicating with your insurance company on your behalf. Once they verify the order with you, they'll ship the breast pump for free right to your door. Easy, right?! Edwards Health Care Services is offering one lucky reader a Spectra S1 Double Breast Pump with tote and cooler! The S1 with tote and cooler is a “deluxe” pump and would incur an upgrade fee when ordered through insurance, but they want to ensure you have everything you need to get started on the right foot. You can learn more about Spectra pumps by following their Facebook page. Here is some information about the Spectra S1:

The S1 Hospital Grade Double Electric Breast Pump with inbuilt rechargeable battery is available. Providing all the features of the S2, with the addition of an inbuilt rechargeable battery. This means that you are now able to benefit from the efficiency, power and performance of a hospital grade breast pump, without compromising on portability.

• Super quiet
• Closed system – hygienic for you and baby
• Night light & timer
• Everything you need for double pumping
• Powerful, adjustable suction
• Letdown mode and fully adjustable program to best suit your body
• Slow-flow teats suitable for newborn feeding
• Inbuilt rechargeable battery

Open to the US only, ages 18 and up. Ends at 10/20/16 at 11:59 PM EST. Enter using the Giveaway Tools form below. Good Luck!

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Disclosure: One winner will be randomly selected using the Giveaway Tools random selector and notified via email. Once notified, the winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest or Google. Void where prohibited.

Thomas and Friends Bike Giveaway

Reviewz & Newz is thrilled to help promote this giveaway!  I hope my readers will enter and share.


Do you have a Thomas and Friends fan who's ready to learn to ride a bike? Dynacraft has the perfect solution! They recently introduced a 12 inch Thomas and Friends bike with training wheels that is just adorable! You can see this bike in action and find out more about it at Thrifty Nifty Mommy.

Bike Description:

The cute racing shield and wheel covers will help your little train enthusiast feel like a conductor as he rides the Dynacraft Thomas the Tank Engine Boys' 12" Bike, which features a customized frame with fun themed graphics. The bicycle also features a talking Thomas and a whistle play feature for fun. Adjustable training wheels help you customize the bike to your child's needs. A rear coaster brake helps keep your little rider in control of the action. Product Highlights

• Thomas the Tank handlebar shield and wheel covers will help your child imagine he is driving the train engine around Sodor Island
• Adjustable training wheels help keep your little rider in control while adapting to his needs
• Fun customized frame has themed graphics and is made to look like Thomas
• Talking Thomas and whistle play features will entertain your little one as he rides around

Open to the Lower 48 US States only, ages 18 and up. Ends at 10/20/16 at 11:59 PM EST. Enter using the Giveaway Tools form below. Good Luck!

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Disclosure: One winner will be randomly selected using the Giveaway Tools random selector and notified via email. Once notified, the winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest or Google. Void where prohibited.

The Step2 Happy Home Cottage and Grill

Reviewz & Newz is happy to help promote this giveaway!

We're huge fans of the Step2 Company, aren't you? Kim from Thrifty Nifty Mommy recently had the chance to review the Happy Home Cottage & Grill and her daughter just loves it. Check out her full review to see the details! You can also watch her review here:

The Happy Home Cottage & Grill was recently released in PINK and is available exclusively at Toys"R"Us. Here are some details about it:

The Happy Home Cottage and Grill by Step2 is a toddler's dream playhouse that resembles the home, plus it has a grill! Little ones can pretend play as they are grilling, cleaning and welcoming guests into their very own home. The realistic and charming exterior of this kid's cottage will look great in any backyard. The outdoor fun never ends with this outdoor kid's playhouse. Made in USA of US and imported parts from China. The Step2 Happy Home Cottage and Grill (In Pink) Features:

• Working Dutch door and shutters
• Molded-in flower box perfect for real or fake flowers
• Interior includes kitchen seat, fireplace, wall clock, play phone, built-in shelves and kitchen table and faucet
• Open design keeps kids visible
• Exterior features pass-through mailbox and realistic doorbell (requires two "AAA" batteries, not included)
• Charming design with realistic stone and wood finish
• Built-in floor with drain holes
• Adult assembly required

To celebrate the launch, we're giving one away too!

Open to the continental US only, ages 18 and up. Ends 10/19/2016 at 11:59 PM EST. Enter using the Giveaway Tools form below. Good luck!

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Disclaimer: One winner will be randomly selected using the Giveaway Tools random selector and notified via email. Once notified, the winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest or Google. Void where prohibited.

Absenteeism - Absences Add Up

Depending on where you are – your kids have likely been in school for a month or two already. Have they missed any days during that time? How many? Is that even something you think about regularly? When they did miss – you probably did everything you needed to do to ensure that they stayed caught up, right? Unfortunately, there are kids out there who do not have that luxury and they are falling behind. A student who misses just two days of school each month — 18 days total in the year — is considered to be chronically absent. However, many parents don’t realize that, even when absences are excused or understandable, absences add up and can greatly impact a child’s education. In the United States, more than 6 million children are chronically absent from school each year. Key Takeaways for Parents

• Every absence matters.
• Absences matter as early as elementary school.
• Absences matter whether they are excused or unexcused.
• Students who miss just two days of school each month, or 18 days in a year, are more likely to fall behind in reading, writing and math and less likely to graduate from high school.

Tips and Suggestions

• Keep track of how many days of school your child has missed.
• Figure out why your child is absent from school.
  • Are they dealing with a chronic illness like asthma?
  • Are they being bullied or struggling at school?
  • Are they staying home to help care for a family member?
• Visit AbsencesAddUp.org to find help addressing the underlying cause of your child’s absences.
  • Ask teachers and community leaders for advice and specific resources in your area.
  • Don’t be afraid to reach out to other parents in your area to ask for help and share tips.
• To prevent absences in the future, consider enrolling your child in a mentoring or afterschool program.
• Understand the impact of each absence on your child’s future.
  • A student is chronically absent even if they miss only two days of school each month (18 days per year), whether the absences are excused or unexcused.
  • Chronic absenteeism can affect students as early as elementary school.
  • Children who are chronically absent in preschool, kindergarten, and first grade are much less likely to read on grade level by third grade.
  • Students who cannot read at grade level by third grade are four times more likely to drop out of high school.

One third of parents surveyed admit that they could do more to ensure that their child attends school every day. There are many reasons why students miss school when they don’t have to. Some are struggling in the classroom, while others may be having trouble with bullies, or dealing with challenges at home. Children who are chronically absent in preschool, kindergarten, and first grade are less likely to read on grade level by the third grade. Students who cannot read at grade level by the third grade are four times more likely to drop out of high school. Your child’s daily, on-time attendance is critical to their success in school. And while some challenges to your child’s school attendance are unavoidable, it’s important to understand the impact of each absence. SPREAD THE MESSAGE! The best way to ensure success for our kids? Get them to school every day. Visit AbsencesAddUp.org for tips #AbsencesAddUp Every day in class = 1 day closer to graduation. Learn more about ensuring our kids' success at AbsencesAddUp.org #AbsencesAddUp