Life With Two Boys

Britax Summer Travels Giveaway

2013-05-18T06:25:00.003-04:00

Welcome to the Britax Summer Travels Giveaway organized by Mom to Bed by 8 and co-hosted by Plum Crazy About Coupons and Stay a Stay at Home Mom.

Summer is the time for traveling, visiting theme parks, and taking long walks around the neighborhood... What better prize than a Britax B-Ready Travel System for taking on-the-go?!
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Hanna Andersson Children's Swimwear Review {Summer Splash Sponsor Spotlight}

2013-05-16T08:50:00.003-04:00

If you're an avid Life With Two Boys reader then you already know how much my boys and I love Hanna Andersson. Their clothes are always adorable and the quality can't be beat! Well, we were recently sent a few items from their new swimwear line and again, we couldn't be happier!

Hanna Andersson's swimwear line offers a large variety of swim trunks, rash guards, and sun hats for the boys as well as swimsuits, sun hats, and dresses for the girls. We were sent a short sleeve sun-ready rash guard and a pair of swim trunks for both of my boys.
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Summer Splash Giveaway Hop - $450+ in Prizes! 2 Winners

2013-05-14T00:05:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the 2nd Annual Summer Splash Event hosted by Life With Two Boys and With Our Best!

A bunch of great blogs have come together to bring you some amazing prizes to help you kick off your summer... with a SPLASH! Each blog is giving away at least $25 worth of prizes, plus we have an awesome grand prize for one very lucky winner. Be sure to hop along to each of the participating blogs because the more giveaways you enter, the more chances you have at winning the Grand Prize!

So what's this Grand Prize we're talking about? Thanks to Trex Outdoor Furniture, one very lucky winner is going to win a Yacht Club 3-Piece Rocker Set valued at $1,317! Made in the USA and constructed of durable HDPE recycled lumber, this Rocker Set is sure to help you slow down and relax this Summer and for many years to come!

Enter the Grand Prize!

Here at Life With Two Boys you have the opportunity to win one of two awesome summer prize packs!

Summer Splash Grand Prize - Trex Outdoor Furniture 3-Piece Rocker Set Giveaway

2013-05-14T00:01:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the 2nd Annual Summer Splash Event hosted by Life With Two Boys and With Our Best!

Now onto the Grand Prize...

Aerin Rose and Sunsets Swimwear Review from Sunsets, Inc. {Summer Splash Sponsor Spotlight}

2013-05-13T12:00:00.000-04:00

Last year I had the opportunity to work with Sunsets, Inc. during the Summer Splash event and I was thrilled when they agreed to work with me again this year. For those of you who aren't familiar, Sunsets, Inc. offers swimwear for women of all sizes. They have four different brands including Sunsets, B. Swim, Swim Systems, and Aerin Rose. Sunsets, Inc. recently sent me two swimsuits to review, one from Sunsets and one from Aerin Rose.

Sunsets is a diverse separates collection that caters to a broad range of customers from junior to full figured but specializes in D, DD, and E cups. From Sunsets, I received the Sweetheart Underwire Halter Top with matching Banded Bottoms in the Temptress print. First of all, I have to say that I'm obsessed with the Temptress print. It's a fun mix of pinks, brown, and cream with a super fun, yet sexy animal print design.

Splash Away with Outdoor Pools from ToySplash! {Summer Splash Sponsor Spotlight}

2013-05-13T09:00:00.001-04:00

Summer and swimming pretty much go hand-in-hand. With that being said, not all of us are graced with a yard big enough for an outdoor pool... That is where inflatable pools from ToySplash come in!

ToySplash has the largest selection of outdoor pools, inflatable floats, pool toys, beach toys and more. All of the items they carry are made with high-quality materials, and are designed by some of the best technicians in the business. Basically, ToySplash is the place to look when it comes to finding everything you need for water fun!

We don't have a huge yard so I'm lucky that my boys don't mind splashing around in inflatable pools. So, of course we were super excited when ToySplash offered to send us one to review. We received the Swim Center See-Through Round Pool to review and it's absolutely perfect!

Dispelling Myths about Foster Care {Guest Post}

2013-05-08T10:00:00.000-04:00

Manchester to Southampton, London to Worcester, foster carers are in high demand. The need for social workers, care givers and foster parents so children's lives can be improved is a prominent focus. What's best for the children is what the courts decide, which have put these displaced children in temporary or permanent environments called foster homes.

Some of these unusual thoughts might be stopping people from being a part of a child's life that needs a healthy place to live and be loved; but these doubts and myths are not accurate or true. Capstone Foster Care sets us straight on the myths surrounding foster care.

Only Couples - Fostering is not limited to couples. Foster parents do not mean you must be two people to help a child be well cared for and be a member of a family too.
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Hit the Beach in Style with the Thirty-One Easy Breezy Tote {Summer Splash Sponsor Spotlight}

2013-05-07T13:00:00.000-04:00

It's no big secret that I Love Thirty-One Gifts... I mean, what woman doesn't?! Their products are simply amazing and I always love the super fun prints that they offer. Well, with summer right around the corner I was searching for a new beach bag and that's when I discovered Thirty-One's new Easy Breezy Tote and immediately fell in love.

Thirty-One Gifts is known for their high quality and super stylish storage products, totes, and purses and the new Easy Breezy Tote is no exception. The Easy Breezy Tote is an easy and stylish way to carry pool toys, beach towels, snacks, groceries, and more. It features two interior and two outer pockets, and it’s big enough to fit everything you need for a day at the beach.
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Trash Pack Design Your Own Trashie Contest and Giveaway

2013-05-07T10:30:00.000-04:00

The Trash Pack is one of the grossest toy crazes to hit the U.S. in recent years and kids just can't get enough of them. Well now through May 15th, fans of the gross gang from the garbage can get their hands even dirtier with the "Design Your Own Trashie Contest". Fans can submit drawings of their own Trash Pack characters for the chance to have their design turned into a real life Trashie! How cool is that?!

Three grand prize winners will have their Trashie designs brought to life and will also receive a $50 Trash Pack prize pack. Plus, three runners-up will also receive a $50 Trash Pack prize pack. To enter, visit: http://www.trashpack.com/us/trash-time/#TrashPack.

My boys (like most boys their ages) are HUGE fans of Trash Pack toys so you can imagine their excitement when we were sent the new Trash Pack Scum Drum play set and a Series 3 Ooze Pack to review.

Essential Swimwear Swim 2013 Review {Summer Splash Sponsor Spotlight}

2013-05-06T12:00:00.000-04:00

You may remember last Spring when I had the opportunity to review an amazing swimsuit from Essential Swimwear. Well, this year I was lucky enough to check out their new 2013 swim line and pick another suit to review and I couldn't be happier!

For those of you who are not familiar with Essential Swimwear, they offer a variety of beautiful, elegant and affordable swimwear for women of all shapes and sizes. Their vintage-inspired shapes and modern prints and solids create one-of-a-kind looks that work for every body type. Their swimsuits are modest, yet stylish, and are absolutely perfect for laying out by the pool and chasing the kiddos around the water park.

Angry Birds Star Wars Toys Review

2013-05-06T09:22:00.006-04:00

My boys have been obsessed with Angry Birds for quite some time now. Of course it started with the original Angry Birds app and evolves every time a new one comes out. Well, you can imagine their excitement when Angry Birds Star Wars came out... I mean, what boy doesn't love Star Wars?! Even if they've never seen the movies they know who Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader are.

We were recently given the opportunity to review a couple Angry Birds Star Wars toys from Hasbro and my boys were ecstatic. The first item we received is the Angry Birds Star Wars AT-AT Attack Battle Game. This game really brings the app to life! It comes with 21 blocks to create the signature AT-AT, a lightsaber launcher, and 12 Angry Birds Star Wars figures to create an awesome Star Wars battle.

Sunny Decals Robot Wall Decals Review

2013-05-03T11:00:00.000-04:00

I don't know a single kid that doesn't like to decorate their room to fit their personality and interests. Well, I also don't know any kid that doesn't constantly change their mind about what their interests are. One day it's Transformers, the next day it's rock star memorabilia, and then it's back to Transformers again. That being said, we have gone through our share of wall decals and unfortunately even though vinyl decals are supposed to be reusable, most of the time they rip and we aren't able to use them again.

Give Mom the Gift of "The Guilt Trip" This Mother's Day!

2013-05-03T08:30:00.000-04:00

The “hilarious and heartfelt” (Shawn Edwards, Fox-TV) story of one man’s cross-country road trip with his mother, THE GUILT TRIP hits the road on Blu-ray, DVD, Digital Download and On Demand April 30, 2013 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. Screen legend Barbra Streisand and comic master Seth Rogen “are the perfect comedy duo” (Shawn Edwards, Fox-TV) in director Anne Fletcher’s (The Proposal) delightful and heartwarming comedy that is “packed with laugh-out-loud moments” (Meriah Doty, Yahoo! Movies). As inventor Andy Brewster (Rogen) is about to embark on a road trip to sell his latest product, he feels compelled to invite his mother, Joyce (Streisand), along for the ride. Across 3,000 miles of adventure and antics both Andy and Joyce discover that while they have their differences, they also have more in common than they ever realized.

Available just in time for Mother's Day, the Blu-ray comes wrapped and ready as a gift for your mom. Available exclusively at Target stores nationwide.

Finding Deals on High Priced Items and Services {Guest Post}

2013-05-02T17:27:00.002-04:00

Who would have thought that coupons would become trendy? But today you can find coupons and online deals for virtually anything. Many people use them for groceries, clothing, and day-to-day general needs. But what about big ticket items like cars, expensive jewelry, or even legal services? Yep, you can find discounts and hot online deals for even the high priced items and services you or your family might be searching for.

Good Deals for Great Cars

Stacey L. Bradford of SmartMoney.com cites, “These days, the best way to purchase a new car might be to skip the dealership and head online”. Gone are the days of having to deal with skulking car sales people who like to follow you around the auto lot and encourage markups and add-ons. And though there are some good car dealership and sales people out there, Bradford lists some of the ways you can save money, as well as time and frustration by going online.

- The professionals you deal with online make their commissions on volume rather than price so they’re eager to get cars sold.
- Dealerships know online competition is steep and are more willing to give better deals.
- You can arrange all the aftermarket products online and skip having to deal the finance-and-insurance managers who often squeeze more money out of you.
- By going online you can check reviews, Kelly Blue Book prices, and have a good arsenal of information to haggle with.
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Mom's Night Off Event - Madison Thermoelectric Wine Cabinet/Cooler Giveaway

2013-05-01T06:25:00.001-04:00

Welcome to the Mom's Night Off Giveaway Event hosted by Cheap Is The *New* Classy! Thanks to Twin Star, one lucky reader is going to win a Madison Thermoelectric Wine Cellar/Cooler.

Mother's Day Gift Idea's Giveaway Event - Rustic Metal Creations Handstamped Jewelry Giveaway US/CAN

2013-05-01T00:01:00.000-04:00

Everyone loves their mom and always wants to find the best gift to make her feel loved and appreciated. These are the gifts I have found and would love to share with you. After you enter my giveaway head over to Makobi Scribe to see her mothers day gift ideas worth over $3000. Then enter the grand prize drawing of a $1000 worth of Karina Dresses.

Here at Life With Two Boys you have the chance to win your choice of item from Rustic Metal Creations (up to $40 value). Rustic Metal Creations offers personalized, handstamped jewelry and gifts... Perfect for Mom and Grandma this Mother's Day!

American Girl Bitty Twins Giveaway

2013-04-29T20:30:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the American Girl Bitty Twins Spring Giveaway organized by Mom to Bed by 8 & co-hosted by Iowa Mom.

The on-the-go Bitty Twins offer so many ways to mix and match! Choose skin tone, hair color, and gender to create your favorite pair. They come with full outfits, hair for styling, and a special book. Add to the fun with accessories and Dress Like Your Doll clothing. These 15-inch dolls are for ages 3 and up.

Tell Mom How Much You Love Her with Hallmark Cards and Gifts! {Hallmark Mother's Day Giveaway}

2013-04-25T12:00:00.000-04:00

When it comes to Mother's Day I tend to gravitate towards the sentimental gifts, ones that show my mom how much she is appreciated and loved. Of course, that means that I tend to gravitate towards Hallmark because they always have the most sentimental Mother's Day cards.

I was recently sent an awesome Mother's Day gift pack with a selection of greeting cards as well as a Magic Prints frame, which is Hallmark's newest product that lets kids add a personal touch to their gift for Mom. The Magic Prints frame comes with a mess-free Crayola® Magic Mitt ink applicator and when a child places his or her hand on the paper, their handprint appears, revealing a colorful pattern or message within the handprint. And best of all, it's mess free!
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Little Miss Pepper Designs Mother's Day Jewelry Giveaway

2013-04-24T00:01:00.000-04:00

Mother's Day is right around the corner and that means it's time to start thinking about what to get the special mom in your life. I don't know about you, but I don't know a single woman that doesn't love a nice piece of jewelry, especially one that is personalized just for her. Well, thanks to Little Miss Pepper Designs and Life With Two Boys, one lucky mom is going to win not one piece of jewelry, but a custom jewelry prize pack just in time for Mother's Day!
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Little Miss Pepper Designs Handmade Jewelry Review

2013-04-23T12:00:00.000-04:00

It's no big secret that women love jewelry, and as a mom I especially love personalized jewelry. It's always nice to have a little something to remind me of my boys (not that I need reminded of how much they mean to me) all the time. So, when Little Miss Pepper Designs contacted me about reviewing a piece of their jewelry I jumped on the opportunity!

For those of you that aren't familiar with Little Miss Pepper Designs, they offer unique handmade jewelry and gifts made with the finest quality sterling silver, semi-precious stones, and freshwater pearls. Whether you're looking for a Mother's Day gift for the special mom in your life, birthday gift for grandma, or even something special for dad, Little Miss Pepper Designs has got you covered.

Stacey, owner of Little Miss Pepper Designs, recently designed a beautiful necklace for me, personalized with my boys names, my favorite color charms, and even a little heart sequin tag with a handstamped "n" for my husband, Nate. Everything that means the most to me is combined into the perfect necklace that I can wear daily. I couldn't be happier with it!
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The Fairy Hobmother Visited Life With Two Boys!

2013-04-23T08:05:00.001-04:00

The Fairy Hobmother, a kind little fella (yes, it's a him), has been flying around spreading light and joy across the blogosphere. Well, last week I woke up to a nice little email from him telling me that all the hard work that I put into my blog deserves a little reward (how sweet!) and he wanted to send me a gift in the form of an Amazon gift card... How could I say no to that?!

Momma's Jewels $339 Necklace Giveaway

2013-04-22T00:01:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the Momma's Jewels $339 Necklace Giveaway hosted by Measuring Flower! Life With Two Boys has teamed up with a few other bloggers to present you with this awesome giveaway just in time for Mother's Day!

About Momma's Jewels:

Stacy Rosenthal, the mommy to a 3-year-old and 5-month-old, was frustrated with the unending task of picking up a teething ring off the floor and brushing it off for her wee one. So she set to work to invent a convenient option to end this chore and ultimately founded Momma's Jewels. The resulting products are beautiful, fashionable necklaces that make mom feel stylish and special while keeping her teething baby happy and away from floor germs.

Let’s Go Reese’s - The Ultimate Online Resource for NCAA Fans! {Prize Pack Giveaway}

2013-04-18T12:02:00.001-04:00

Are you a college sports fan? Well, did you know that Reese's (the official candy partner of the NCAA) has recently launched the the ultimate online resource for college fandom... www.LetsGoReeses.com.

Let’s Go Reese’s offers everything you need to celebrate your love for college sports including a video series chronicling the traditions of the University of Kentucky, Florida and Duke, a game-day sign-generator, recipes for game day, and more!

I was browsing the Let's Go Reese's website and I came across so many recipes that would be absolutely perfect for game day including:

March Madness Party Mix

Comfy Sack Bean Bag Giveaway

2013-04-15T01:30:00.000-04:00

What's big, comfy, and could be yours? A Comfy Sack of course! If you've ever seen or sat on a Comfy Sack in real life, you already know how awesome they are and you can just skip down to the bottom to enter to win one! If you haven't you've gotta read on to learn more about them, then enter to win one!

Comfy Sack bean bag chairs are available in multiple shapes and sizes. The sack and the lounger are two of the most popular. The main difference between the Lounger and Sack is the shape. The Sack is round and the Lounger is oval. Comfy Sack Facts, that Make Comfy Sacks the best bean bags ever:

All Comfy Sack covers are machine washable.
Shipping is always free to 48 states.
Each sack comes with a three year warranty on all seams and zippers on both the cover and liner.
90% of orders are shipped 2-4 days so you get your sack fast!

HGTV HOME Bombe Chest Giveaway

2013-04-15T00:01:00.001-04:00

Welcome to the HGTV HOME Bombe Chest Giveaway hosted by Cheap Is The *New* Classy!

Thanks to HGTV HOME, one lucky reader is going to win a super cool Accents Bombe Chest in Indigo Blue (ARV $999).