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2.10.2010

Give It Away Wednesday! Link up all your Giveaways! 2.10.10

Another week of giveaways! Make sure to link up all your valid giveaways in the linky below.
Please do not spam. If its not a giveaway being run on a blog don't link it here. This includes your own linky, vote for me contests, etc.

If you want to leave your giveaway linky or post what day you have it in my comments that is still okay. Please just don't include it in the linky.

Thanks!

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{Almost} Wordless Wednesday - Gavin

Last week I showed you one of my favorite photos of Johnny.
This week here's one of Gavin.
This was taken right around his first birthday.
Isn't he cute?

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2.09.2010

CJ Foundations for SIDS - aden + anais giveaway!


I love a company that truly inspires you. They aren't out to make a profit, but instead to gain a voice. Whenever I work with aden + anais I am reminded of that voice.
In October 2009 they even went as far as to begin sponsoring the CJ Foundation for SIDS. This helps a foundation prevent, educate, and spread awareness faster.

Yesterday’s release of a major study that links sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) with low production of serotonin in the brainstem. This breakthrough study could allow doctors and physicians to concretely identify babies at risk for SIDS, the leading cause of death for infants between 1 and 12 months in the United States.

The CJ Foundation would also like to remind parents and caregivers that overheating is a leading risk factor for SIDS, which increases during the cold winter months due to uneducated parents and caregivers who think that cranking the heating is good for their babies.



aden + anais’ proud sponsorship of the CJ Foundation for SIDS has influenced and inspired aden + anais to design products that answer the question: how do we design a product that keeps babies warm in winter months and yet reduces the risk of overheating? aden + anais has the solution with their new cozy sleeping bag.



The cozy sleeping bag consists of four layers of aden + anais’ signature, breathable, muslin cotton in modern, fun prints.



With the coldest of the winter months now upon us, parents and caregivers are more likely to crank the heating and reach for plush, thick blankets to keep their babies warm. Infants who are overdressed or covered in heavy blankets or many blankets are at higher risk for SIDS. It is very important for babies to be dressed lightly and comfortably to avoid overheating. The CJ Foundation recommends the use of wearable blankets and sleep-sacks in place of blankets to keep infants warm while sleeping.

aden + anais®, creator of the original muslin swaddling blanket and unique muslin cotton sleeping bags, is proudly sponsoring the CJ Foundation for SIDS and their continuing efforts to educate parents about the importance of not over-bundling and over-heating their infants. Over 2,000 babies in the United States still die of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) each year, and overheating is a leading risk factor.

While over-heating is one risk-factor for SIDS, SSGS and aden + anais® seek to educate parents about this and the other risk-reducing, precautionary practices:
  • Consider the use of fans to increases ventilation
  • Room temperature should be comfortable for a lightly-clothed adult, approximately 61-67 degree Fahrenheit
  • Cribs should be totally free of all loose blankets, stuffed animals and crib bumpers
  • Lay baby to sleep in an improved crib, on a firm mattress; do not let the baby sleep on soft things, like a couch, pillow, sheepskin, foam pad or waterbed
  • No smoking when pregnant or near baby
  • If possible, breastfeed baby
  • Offer a pacifier at bedtime
  • Co-sleeping should be in the same room but not the same bed or other sleep surface as parents
I'll have a review of one of these shortly. I've used other aden + anais baby items in the past.
They have all been stylish and quality made and I look forward to sharing them again with you soon. You can purchase the Cozy Sleeping Bags for $39.95 each.

aden + anais has offered one J. Leigh Designz reader a Cozy Sleeping Bag!

How to Enter:
1.) Visit aden + anais and tell me which Cozy Sleeping Bag is your favorite pattern.

Mandatory

How to earn additional entries:
2.) Become a follower on my blog (publicly- privately does not count)-leave another comment (or let me know if you already are)
3.) Subscribe to my blog by EMAIL (not feed)
4.) Blog about my giveaway- with a link back to here AND aden + anais 2 entries(get one more if you include a photo of the giveaway).
Post YOUR blog entry first and then the comment (please include the link directly to it not to your front page, and make an additional comment then the ones above.)
5.) Add my button to your blog
6.) Follow me on Twitter AND Tweet about this giveaway-
Copy/Paste: "RT Win a Infant Muslin Cozy Sleeping Bag from @adenandanais during #style #giveaway ends 3.1.10 http://tinyurl.com/yhmhgrl"
~this can be done once daily~
7.) Become a Fan of J. Leigh Designz on Facebook!
8.) Put the STYLE button on your sidebar
9.) Follow the aden + anais on Facebook - state your a fan!
10.) Follow aden +anais on Twitter
11.) Enter Dee's PUR Water Giveaway

-EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY-
You must have your email in your comment or in your profile in order to win.

(Make sure to check out all my other giveaways!
Check the side bar to the right for list!)

That's many chances to win a Cozy Sleeping Bag for baby!

Contest ends March 1st at 11:59pm!

http://www.adenandanais.com/default.aspx

***USA & Canada Only***

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J. Leigh Designz Review Policy: I was provided with the featured item(s) at no cost by the manufacturer and/or its PR agency in order to test the products abilities and give my own personal opinions on it. The opinions I have given are mine and may differ from others but it was not influenced in any manner by monetary means.

2.08.2010

Random Tuesday Thoughts - Valentine's!


Why is New Year's in the winter. You feel all inspired to get out and get healthy...but seriously who wants to do that in the snow and cold.
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I've been trying to think of a great idea for handmade Valentine's for the boys.
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I was looking for ideas in craft books and went to Michael's for supplies and came across the cutest Valentine Mailboxes. They had Puppies & Frogs. I got one of each and thought the boys could pick which one they wanted.
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What's wrong with me?
Of course I should have just picked one and gotten two of the same because they both wanted the Puppy! Back I went to exchange the frog.
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We had so much fun making them. It was nice that it came with pretty much everything but glue. I used a scrabooking glue runner instead.
This also made it easier for Gavin to participate.
Aren't they cute?
Now we just need the Valentine's to hand out. Wednesday after school we'll make something.
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I'm making cupcakes inside ice cream cones for their parties.
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How is everywhere getting hit with these record falling snow storms yet I live in New England and haven't had more then 3 inches fall at once.
What's up with that? While I don't miss it if I have to deal with this crazy cold at least give me some pretty snow.
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I just went shopping to do a bunch of baking this week. I can't wait to share all the recipes I've been planning on making.
I need to find someone to eat it all. I want to learn to make them. only.
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I've been reading a bunch of posts on bathroom humor lately.
They have actually been really funny. I've loved having the time to read everyone's blogs once again. I don't always leave comments...but I try.
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High Sierra Sport Company - Carry-On Wheeled Backpack - Review & Giveaway!

Airport security these days just gets harder and harder. Having the right luggage to get through quickly is important to me. Especially when you have kids in tow. As most of you know I've been doing quite a bit of traveling lately and I've been testing out which of our bags work most effectively. Truthfully, you'd be surprised how many bags can't get you the most bang for the buck and considering the price tag on luggage these days.

When I was offered a choice from High Sierra I asked them for their opinion for a carry-on bag that would be most effective for traveling either alone or with my family. They recommended the Carry-On Wheeled Backpack with Removable Day Pack.
As you can see from a quick look it looks like any other carry-on. It's not, so don't be fooled!
This bag is stylish, well organized, and durable!
As you know my family recent got back from a family vacation in Florida. We made this my 9 year old's entire suitcase. Letting us knock out a check on too! In return saving us $25!
Being only a little wider then your average carry-on he was even easily able to wheel it through the airport without it giving him any difficulty. Since it held everything he could possibly need It was the only bag he had to be responsible for. This also made it easier on us to have to worry about one less bag. Having to carry the car seat already made things hard enough.

It has a full size sturdy handle that pops up with the push of a button. Easy enough to use even when you have your hands full! The little gray tab you see sticking out is the pull out personal information tag.
Even with all the extra options and storage on the outside there is still tons of space inside for all your clothing! Plus the zippered pocket above for essentials!
The back of the bag simply folds over and securely attaches at the bottom of the bag so that it doesn't get it your way. You can see it also has a nice built in stand for when you park it upright is a sturdy balance on the floor.
The pocket on the very front is perfectly sized to keep your cell phone, key, and license handy!
The front of the bag has a good size pocket to fit two pairs of Johnny's shoes too. Keeping any dirt they may carry away from any other personals or clothing. our phone, a calculator, you name it!
Plus, if for any reason it didn't fit sizing for airport security you can simply zip off the front and carry it on your back with another set of padded shoulder straps. Both bags still maintain all of their style yet have now become completely functional too!
When you need to go back and forth from one piece to two and back again quickly this bag works well as it simply uses Quick Clips. Just click the clip and then it zips right around and off you go.
Everything about this Carry-On Wheeled Backpack is perfect for our needs. I am happy with everything about this bag. The quality of this bag is extremely well built! The fact that this one bag can replace two also makes it so much more convenient as well!
Features:
  • It's three bags in one! Use it as a wheeled bag, as a backpack or as a day pack.

  • Special built-in, high-density foam structure helps maintain the bag's shape while minimizing weight.

  • Padded backpack straps stow behind the main compartment's zippered padded back panel.

  • Removable front day pack with zippered accessory pocket has a back strap to allow pack to slip over the extended handle of main bag.

  • Padded, S-shaped shoulder straps with integrated cell phone pocket on the removable day pack.

  • QUICK-CLIP buckle at the top of the removable day pack allows quick attachment to the main bag.

  • Removable day pack organizer has zippered pocket, PDA pocket, pen pockets and key fob.

  • Oversized, inline skate-style wheels and recessed, telescoping handle with SOFT-GRIP.

  • Ergonomic, SURE-GRIP molded-rubber grab handles with VAPEL™ mesh padding to wick moisture.

  • Detachable/adjustable tow strap.

High Sierra has offered one J. Leigh Designz reader a Carry-On Wheeled Backpack!

How to Enter:
1.) Visit High Sierra and tell me which piece of luggage would best fit your needs.

Mandatory

How to earn additional entries:
2.) Become a follower on my blog (publicly- privately does not count)-leave another comment (or let me know if you already are)
3.) Subscribe to my blog by EMAIL (not feed)
4.) Blog about my giveaway- with a link back to here AND High Sierra 2 entries(get one more if you include a photo of the giveaway).
Post YOUR blog entry first and then the comment (please include the link directly to it not to your front page, and make an additional comment then the ones above.)
5.) Add my button to your blog
6.) Follow me on Twitter AND Tweet about this giveaway-
Copy/Paste: "RT Win a Carry-On Wheeled Backpack ($300) from @HighSierraSport during #style #giveaway ends 3.1.10 http://tinyurl.com/ya48dx5"
~this can be done once daily~
7.) Become a Fan of J. Leigh Designz on Facebook!
8.) Put the STYLE button on your sidebar
9.) Follow the High Sierra on Facebook - state your a fan!
10.) Follow High Sierra on Twitter
11.) Enter Dee's Wilton Giveaway

-EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY-
You must have your email in your comment or in your profile in order to win.

(Make sure to check out all my other giveaways!
Check the side bar to the right for list!)

That's many chances to win a Carry-On Wheeled Backpack!

Contest ends March 1st at 11:59pm!

http://highsierrasport.com/

***USA Only***

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J. Leigh Designz Review Policy: I was provided with the featured item(s) at no cost by the manufacturer and/or its PR agency in order to test the products abilities and give my own personal opinions on it. The opinions I have given are mine and may differ from others but it was not influenced in any manner by monetary means.

Second Round of Winners!

I know we've been behind by announcing our winners, but as always Dee and I are hard at work getting great products to show you about and give you opportunities to win!
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As a reminder if you win one of my giveaways I request that you please let me know when the item arrives. If you do not receive your product in 30 days I want to know about it!
Sometimes companies have a lot on their plate so if you could please wait 30 days before notifying me so that they can have adequate time to process it.
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So, on with the winners...

For the Evenflo Home Décor Stair™ Gate is:
~ 797 Comments ~
Trish

For the 2010 BusyBodyBook is:
~ 353 Comments ~
Erin from Long Island

~Winners have 48 hours to respond~
Winners have been emailed.

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