Princess Karakul - Book Review

I was sent “Princess Karakul: The Runaway Bear” children’s book from Dorrance Publishing to review. The first thing I noticed about this book were the bright, colorful illustrations. This book is a tale about a grizzly bear princess named Karakul and her family adventures. It helps teach about anger, forgiveness, and the importance of family. It is a good easy reader book for older kids. I really enjoyed the story and the illustrations, and Sydney enjoyed looking at the bears.

The great thing about this book is that it is a children’s book written by a child! It was written by Rachaell Angelica Robinson when she was about 13 years old and was born with cerebral palsy. This was her first published book, and she wrote it with the help of her grandmother.

I love it when kids show such a love for reading that they work at writing their own books!

I received a complimentary copy of “Princess Karakul: The Runaway Bear” as a member of the Dorrance Publishing Book Review Team. Visit dorrancebookstore.com to learn how you can become a member of the Book Review Team.

The Hair Coverings Store - Review and Giveaway

I recently received the “pink and plaid multi-use headband” from The Hair Coverings Store for my review. This sash can be used as a wide headband, folded to make a narrow headband, or even worn as a belt! I love the versatility of this headband. I don’t wear a lot of things in my hair usually – I’m a dry, straighten, and go kind of girl, but I love the color of this headband so I gave it a try. It took me a few tries to get it folded into the narrow headband (have I mentioned I’m a perfectionist?), but I got it and it looks great! I love being able to keep my hair out of my face while I’m chasing around my 16 month old. I haven’t tried it out as a wide headband yet, but I’m sure I will try that on beach trips (my hair + humidity = bad hair day).

The Hair Coverings Store has almost any hair accessory you could need from ponytail holders and banana clips to head scarfs, bandanas, and headbands! They have a huge selection with many different colors and styles. Don’t worry if you can’t tie a headband, they offer pre-tied ones as well! Seriously, you have to check out their huge selection if you ever need a hair accessory. They even offer live help with online ordering!

Giveaway

The Hair Coverings Store will offer the winner a free headband of their choice.

How to Enter:

Mandatory Entry: Visit www.HairCoverings.com and tell me which item you would like to have.

Additional entries (leave one comment per entry):

(1 entry) Follow my So Mommy blog (Click Follow on the right hand side of this page)
(1 entry) Follow The Hair Coverings Store on twitter HERE or Facebook HERE
(1 entry) Subscribe to The Hair Coverings Blog feed HERE
(1 entry) Join The Hair Coverings Google Friend Connect HERE. Click "Join This Site" in the Google Friend Connect box.

**Contest will end Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 10 p.m. CST. Winner will be drawn by a random number generator. If winner doesn’t respond in 48 hours, another winner will be drawn.**

*I received a hair cover in exchange for my honest review. See full disclaimer for more details.*

I'm the Daddy - Review and Giveaway

I was able to review a t-shirt from DaddyScrubs…well, actually my husband wore it, so I guess we both had a hand in this review! Daddy Scrubs is a company created in 2007 by a dad, specifically for new dads. He wanted to create something comfortable for dads to wear in the delivery room, so he created the scrubs. Not wanting dads to be confused with medical personnel, he created the “I’m the Daddy” scrubs. They also have t-shirts, coffee mugs, and license plate frames all for new dads.

The first thing I noticed about the t-shirt was the quality. It is very soft and sturdy, and it is 100% cotton. They are also tag free for added comfort. Kyle (aka the hubby/daddy) tried it on and liked it as well. We can’t wait until he has a chance to wear it in the hospital for our next baby! You can wash this t-shirt like any other t-shirt, and it has held up well for me! I think the scrubs and t-shirts would be a great gift for any daddy-to-be! Here are a few pictures of my hubby in his shirt, his is the “Blue, Edgy” style:

GIVEAWAY
DaddyScrubs is offering one reader their choice of the “I’m the Daddy” t-shirt (Blue or White, Edgy or Simple).

Here’s how to enter:
(1 entry) “Like” DaddyScrubs on Facebook HERE
(1 entry) “Like” So Mommy on Facebook HERE and suggest to at least 3 friends
(1 entry) Grab my blog button for your blog!

**Contest will end Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 10 p.m. CST. Winner will be drawn by a random number generator. If winner doesn’t respond in 48 hours, another winner will be drawn.**

*I received this t-shirt in exchange for my honest review. See full disclaimer for more details.*

SmartMom Jewelry WINNER

And the winner is.....Desires of My Heart, who said, "I like Teething Bling on FB (marsha......7@gmail.com)"


Thanks everyone for entering and make sure to check back tomorrow for TWO more giveaways!!

Practical Jewelry for Moms - Review and Giveaway

Anyone else have a child that is currently teething? Or maybe you know a new mom or soon-to-be mom that will have a teething child soon enough? If you have been around a teething child, you know that they pretty much chew on anything nearby, even if that includes necklaces, bracelets, metal, wood…well you get the picture! Keep reading for a stylish way to help your teething child.

I stopped wearing jewelry when Sydney was a few months old because she was always pulling my necklaces, jerking my earrings, or holding my bracelets. Several of you mom have probably done the same thing. Well, SmartMom has created a line of jewelry just for moms, and especially for those moms (like me) that have a teething child. They created “Teething Bling” that is safe for babies to chew on, while still looking great on mom! They offer a variety of colors from coral or turquoise to black or white, and even offer coordinating bracelets. “Teething Bling” products are non-toxic, phthalate, BPA, PVC, and lead free and all pendants come with a breakaway clasp, which is great if you have a necklace puller.

I also noticed that they have “Tween Bling” on their website as well. They look just as great, but are scented! All of their jewelry is reasonably priced and would make a great gift.

I was able to review the Pink Calcite and Cupcake gift set. It comes with a pendant and two coordinating bracelets. Each item was packaged separately, and all three were in a pretty bag ready for gift-giving. As soon as I took them out of the package, Sydney came over and took the necklace and started chewing on it. I love how pretty the necklace is, and I always get compliments when wearing it. I love the bracelets, but they are much chunkier than the normal bracelets I wear, so that has taken some getting used to for me. Sydney likes to wear the bracelets or play with them while I change her diaper (which is great).

GIVEAWAY
SmartMom Jewelry is offering one reader their choice of a gift set! How awesome is that? I’m excited for the winner already!

How to Enter:
*Leave ONE comment per entry. Be sure to leave an email address.*

(1 entry) Tell me which gift set you would like to have from HERE
(1 entry) “Like” Teething Bling on Facebook HERE – Tell them I sent you over if you’d like
(1 entry) “Like” So Mommy on Facebook HERE and share this giveaway with your friends


**Contest will end Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 5 p.m. CST. Winner will be drawn by a random number generator. If winner doesn’t respond in 48 hours, another winner will be drawn.**

*I received a Teething Bling gift set in exchange for my honest review. See full disclaimer for more details.*

My Very Own House Winner

The winner of the "My Very Own House" is...

Stephanie G who said, "like you on fb! chef....@yahoo.com"

Thanks everyone for entering..I loved reading about your childhood memories!

Anyone up for another giveaway this week???

Bra Makeover - Contest

Need a Bra Makeover? Apply for a Bra Makeover from Playtex! Did you know that 7 out of 10 women are wearing the wrong size bra??

Go to http://www.playtexbramakeover.com/ to apply for a bra makeover or nominate a friend. The winner will be flown to New York to receive a Bra Makeover with style expert Alison Deyette. Deyette is a fashion and trend lifestyle expert who has been featured on Bravo's Millionaire Matchmaker and TLC's Ten Years Younger, as well as in print publications including Good Housekeeping, The Washington Post, and O Magazine. Apply for your chance to win a Playtex Bra Makeover today. Apply before Friday, May 21st, 2010.

Make sure to visit http://www.playtexbramakeover.com/ to enter!!

**By posting this information, I am entered into a contest to win a free bra from Playtex. I did not receive any compensation for this post and thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.**