Pink Apple is pleased to announce a new contest sponsored by the publishers of the #1 selling pregnancy book, “What To Expect When You’re Expecting”. Win a free copy of the 4th edition at Pink Apple. Here’s how:

1. Become a fan of Pink Apple on Facebook. Click the like button here:

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That’s it! You’re now entered to win a free copy of “What To Expect When You’re Expecting” 4th edition. Pink Apple will contact winners at the email entered above. Never heard of the book. Here’s a quick review:

Expect the best! A brand-new fourth edition – filled with the most up-to-date, accurate, and relevant information on all things pregnancy. Realistic, supportive, easy to access, and overflowing with practical tips, covering everything you’ll need – and want – to know about life’s most amazing journey, from preconception planning to birth to those first miraculous weeks with a new baby. It’s all here: the lowdown on lifestyle trends and life in the workplace; the latest in prenatal testing and alternative therapies; the best in birthing options.

Now you can get all the information needed for expectant or first time parents for FREE at Pink Apple. Looking for products related to pregnancy, shop Pink Apple for pregnancy tests, stretchmark removers, ovulation predictors, and much more.

*** WhatToExpect.com is the online version of the What to Expect When You’re Expecting book series. WhatToExpect.com is an independent content and community site that guides expecting mothers and parents from the early stages of preconception and pregnancy to infancy and parenthood.

Terms & Conditions: The promotion period is 8/18/2010 – 10/31/2010. No purchase is necessary. You can enter to win by entering your email in the box above and by clicking the Facebook “Like” button. Winners will be selected at random, and posted on our blog at http://blog.pinkapple.com. Winners must claim their prizes by 11/30/2010. Any prizes not claimed by 11/30/2010 will be forfeited. Each prize is a free copy of the book “What To Expect When You’re Expecting” 4th edition. Prizes are non-transferable and are not redeemable for cash. Void where prohibited by law. Must be 18 or older to enter.

Choosing a hair removal product can be confusing and even intimidating to some shoppers. Do you stick with a shaving cream or will a hair remover be the best option? Which hair removers work for specific areas of the body?

While every person will have different view points on what works best for them, we can help the decision making process by listing the most popular hair removers and shaving cream products at Pink Apple.

Here’s a list of the most popular through July 2010:

Coochy Cream Green Tea – Also available in Pear Bear, Lavender, and Original formula, Coochy Cream has the most loyal following among Pink Apple shoppers. Formulated for bikini shaving, Coochy Cream can be used all over the body and has even been recommended as a clothing softener!

NADS Facial Hair Removal Strips – NADS facial strips may be the best on the market for short hair removal. 24 strips in their package makes for a great buy.

Nair Soothing Hair Wax Kit – Used on arm, hair, legs, or bikini wax, the Nair Soothing Wak Kit is dermatology tested. Recommended as a painless option for underarm hair removal by Pink Apple shoppers.

Parissa Strip-Free Hot Body Wax – Salon quality hair removal with in home prices. Parissa Strip Free does exactly what it says…simply apply the wax, wait for it to set, and remove it for clean and easy hair removal.

Nair Microwavable Body Wax Peach Melon – This body wax is ready to use in 15 seconds! Simply microwave it and then remove the wax and apply for quick results. This item may not be used on the face.

System JO Harmony Shaving Cream for Women – System Jo Harmony eliminates rashes, bumps, and irritation from shaving your arms, legs, and bikini areas. New to market and rapidly becoming a favorite with Pink Apple visitors.

Sliquid Smooth Honeydew Cucumber Intimate Shave Cream – A hypoallergenic shaving cream for intimate areas, Sliquid Smooth comes in Honeydew Cucumber, Grapefruit Thyme, Spring Blossom, and unscented. It’s the second most popular bikini shaving cream at Pink Apple.

Coochy Cream Fragrance Free – Similar to other Coochy Cream intimate shaving creams except with no scent. Great for those who may be sensitive to odors.

Parissa Face & Bikini Wax Strips – Perfectly sized wax strips for the face and bikini area make removing hair in these sensitive areas a breeze. Each package contains a bottle of Azulene Oil to help prevent ingrown hairs and keep your skin healthy.

System JO Pure Women Shaving Cream – Conditioned formula in the System Jo Pure leaves your skin vibrant and soft. For those with sensitive skin eliminating unsightly red shaving bumps.

Nair Moisturizing Face Cream Hair Remover – Nair face cream not only removes hair but also moisturizes and exfoliates at the same time leaving your skin soft and smooth. Dermatoligist tested.

We’re in the peak summer season and now is the time to protect your skin from the summer heat. Several simple steps can help keep your skin looking great while protecting you from skin cancer and other issues down the road.

Check out these summer sun skin safety tips:

1. Try to avoid being in the sun between 10am-3pm. This is the time when the rays are the strongest and staying indoors can go a long way in skin safety.

2. Wear protective clothing when you’re in the sun. Pants, long sleeves, and a wide brimmed hat are great ways to protect your skin. If these items are too uncomfortable, search for special sun protective clothing which are specially designed to protect from UV rays while keeping you cool and comfortable.

3. Use sunscreen. Put sun screen on 30 minutes before you go out and be sure to reapply every couple hours. If you go swimming, or are sweating profusely, be sure to reapply then as well.

4. Be sure to wear cosmetics and skincare products that are specially formulated for UV protection. Sunglasses and contact lenses with UV protection are a must as well.

Now that you’ve learned a little more about protecting your skin from the sun, shop Pink Apple for our full line of skin products including the very popular Palmers Skincare.

For some, trying to get pregnant is a tricky issue. Ovulation prediction can make the difference between successfully getting pregnant and waiting even longer. Learn how to easily make your own Ovulation Calendar  with this quick video.

Now that you’ve learned how to make your own calendar, view some of the ovulation predictor kits at Pink Apple.

Pink Apple is pleased to announce the addition of Pre Isotonic Personal Lubricant and the Pre-Seed Intimate Moisturizer and Lubricant. Pre-Seed products are specially formulated lube that is fertility friendly. If you’re looking to get pregnant, try PreSeed during conception to help increase the odds of pregnancy. Shop Pink Apple now for Pre-Seed Lubricant.

Knowing you’re pregnant is one of the most important events in your life. Finding out sooner and more accurately has never been easier with advancements in home pregnancy tests.

While it may be more accurate, EPT test instructions and reading EPT test results can be tricky to some people. Pink Apple is here to help with our step-by-step guide on how to read EPT pregnancy tests.

1. EPT uses simple plus/minus indicators with their tests. To begin, remove the cap from test stick.

2. While sitting on the toilet, hold the EPT pregnancy stick in your urine steam for 5 seconds. For those filling a clean container with urine, you will need to dip the test into the container for 20 seconds.

3. After time has expired, sit the pregnancy test on the counter face up for 3 minutes. After 3 minutes, you can check the results.

4. The plus/minus indicator will show a + if you’re pregnant or a – if you’re not pregnant.

EPT tests can be taken the first day you miss your period or later if you prefer. If the test comes up negative, and you haven’t had your period for a week, take another test. Some medication can interfere with EPT test results. 

Now that you’ve read EPT pregnancy test instructions and learned how to read an EPT test, shop Pink Apple for home pregnancy tests including Clearblue pregnancy test, First Response pregnancy test, Answer pregnancy test, and more. Get pregnancy test coupons online with free shipping over $35!

The experience can be frightening when you first realize you have a tampon stuck in you. As scary as it may seem, it’s not an uncommon occurrence especially with younger women and girls. Tampons have been stuck inside for days and weeks in some cases. Follow these steps to learn more about the symptoms and how to deal with it should this problem happen to you.

Tampon stuck symptoms can very with every woman but in any case, it will be noticeable by one symptom or another at some point in all women. Abdominal discomfort and pressure are two of the most common. Vaginal discharge with a foul odor may also occur. Pelvic pain and fever are rare symptoms and may be a sign of toxic shock syndrome. Toxic Shock Syndrome is a potentially deadly disorder if untreated and if you think you have TSS see a doctor immediately. Symptoms of TSS include a rash that looks like a sunburn, watery diarrhea, light-headedness, sudden high fever, and headaches or muscle aches.

Now that we know some symptoms, lets discuss some ways to remove a stuck tampon. We’ll do a quick step-by-step instruction to make it easy to follow along:

1. Be sure to wash your hands prior to retrieving the stuck tampon.
2. While sitting on a toilet, prop your feet up and bear down as if you’re trying to have a bowel movement. This first step can sometimes force the tampon out immediately.
3. If the tampon hasn’t been forced out, insert our finger into your vagina as far as possible and again bear down to force it closer to your fingers. Most tampons are stuck between the cervix and vagina so be sure to run your fingers in a circular motion in this region to potentially force it out. Once found, secure the tampon between two fingers and slowly remove it.
4. If you’re unable to retrieve it, try soaking in a bathtub to get the tampon wet. A dry tampon may be more difficult to retrieve and wetting it may force it out without having to run through steps 2 and 3.
5. Finally, if you are unable to remove the tampon within 15 minutes or so, see your doctor. A stuck tampon can cause infection and a doctor will be able to quickly and easily remove it without issue.

Pink Apple hopes our quick tutorial on stuck tampons help you out of a jam. Now that you know a bit more, shop Pink Apple for Tampax Pearl, Tampax Compak, Kotex tampons, or other tampons and maxi-pads. Rate your favorites or read reviews on all of our products online.

Pink Apple is the only site dedicated to female personal care needs. Find great prices and even better customer service on tampons, maxi-pads, female vitamins and supplements, and much more.

Now buyers can save even more with Pink Apple Coupons. PinkApple.com coupon and promo codes offer big savings off our already low prices. Buy leading brands including Tampax, Kotex, Always, First Response, and much more. Every order receives free shipping over $35! Start shopping now and save.

Pink Apple is pleased to announce some great new products in our sexual health department. The exclusive Sucker For Love variety pack is a great addition to the bedroom. A mix of lubricants, condoms, and love pops, the Sucker For Love makes a nice gift for that special someone on Valentine’s Day, Christmas, Anniversaries, and more.

Durex Play Pleasure Foam offers users a mix of lubricant and massage oil with its “Less Mess” application. Water soluble and condom safe, the Play Pleasure Foam is a must try product.

Trojans Ecstasy line is now out with several new models including the Trojan Ultra Ribbed Ecstasy Ultrasmooth Condoms. The Trojan Ecstasy UltraSmooth has a new revolutionay design to with lubricant inside and out with thin ribbed walls to make it feel like there’s nothing at all.

Pink Apple proves once again why it’s truly the female personal care superstore.

More warnings for you and baby!!  The US Consumer Product Saftey Commission has issued a warning with regard to Top Goods Trading Flashing Pacifiers.  If you are in possession of this product, immediately take the product away from your child and contact Top Goods for a refund.

The pacifiers do not comply with Federal safety standards and should be considered hazardous.  Pieces have been reportedly separating causing a chocking hazard, which the 15 inch necklace poses serious strangulation hazard in babies as well as young children.

Contact Top Goods at 213.680.0388 between the hours of 9am and 5pm PST for a refund.

Please review the full CPSC report here:

http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09089.html