Wednesday, March 20, 2013
How to Get FREE Baby Stuff!

Are you having a baby? There are a few ways to get FREE baby stuff! Several websites allow you to create a baby registry.  A baby registry is an online wish list for new or expecting parents.  They're easy to set up and are a nice way to keep track of things you'd like to have for your child.  A lot of moms will create registries and give their list out to the invited guests of their baby shower, so they know what gifts are needed and most appreciated.  It can be a big time saver for both the new/expecting parents and for the individuals who want to provide a gift for the family.  No guessing what they like or need, it's all there on the registry, taking out concern of parents having to return items they won't be able to use.  Baby registries are the best way to make sure you get the perfect gift!

Amazon
Amazon is one website where you can get pretty much everything for baby!
Create an Amazon Baby Registry and add every item you wish for, there are even lists and recommendations to make it a little easier to find exactly what you're looking for!  Then share your registry by giving your own personal link directly to family & friends, or by sending it via email, Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest!
When you complete your checklist, Amazon will send you a FREE baby stuff- a Welcome Box full of items valued at $35!  According to Amazon, "The Welcome Box is a surprise selection of full, travel and sample size products for parents-to-be and baby. The contents in the box changes from time so to get an idea of what has been in the box before see the items featured further down this page. To claim a Welcome Box sign-up for Prime, complete Registry Checklist by adding products from each category to your registry or marking the category as complete, and then make a purchase of $10.00 from your registry (either by you or your gifters)." Plus all the qualified purchases by you & your friends and family that are Prime Subscribers on Amazon go towards Baby Bucks to earn free diapers and wipes!
Here are just a few free baby products that have been included in previous Amazon Welcome Boxes. Isn't Amazon awesome!?


MyRegistry.com
MyRegistry.com is super cool because you can add items from any store in one convenient location cutting back on time going back and forth between logging in and out of sites and their registries. You can even use the MyRegistry.com Baby Registry app to make adding gift ideas easy while on the go!  You can register for cash gift funds too so that you will be able to purchase things as you need them, or for things like saving up for college!  Create a Baby Registry at MyRegistry.com today!

Target
I heard through the grapevine that I would get a Target Welcome Kit with some awesome baby essentials by creating a baby registry on Target's website.  After creating your Target baby registry, you can stop by Guest Services during your next trip to the store and request a free welcome kit.  When I got my Welcome Kit, it included Lansinoh breastmilk storage bags, a diaper change kit, a pacifier and a bottle,


Walmart
Another friend told me I'd get a Walmart Baby Welcome Box when registering, so I got on that offer quickly to see all the goodies they'd send! Included in the box was baby wash & lotion, a small package of baby wipes, a sample of diaper rash cream, a sample of laundry detergent, a baby bottle, adult heartburn relief and many coupons for diapers and such.  You can create a baby registry on Walmart's website, as well.

Seventh Generation
There are many samples being sent out to those who create an account on Seventh Generation.  Once you create an account, go to your Dashboard & I just signed up to get 2 trial packs of Free & Clear Baby Wipes plus an additional trial pack to pass along to a friend!  Seventh Generation is all about plant based products for improving health of the entire family.  Sign up here to check out all the goodies!




The Baby Box Co.
This website allows you to take short parenting education courses, watch videos, take a quiz then earn rewards such as a portable Baby Box- a durable cardboard box with a foam pad mattress & sheet- a safe spot to have baby sleep if you do not have a bassinet or crib.  You do have to pay a small shipping fee or find a local partner that has them, where you can pick it up.  As you do more courses, you can earn other rewards that match the developmental stage of your baby.

Noobie Box
A free Pregnancy Box with a $6.95 shipping & handling fee for US residents. Register on the website and answer questions about your age, education, income status and ethnicity.  The website shares that the current contents of the box are products from MAM, UpSpring, Lansinoh, WaterWipes, Aquaphor, Cuties & Prevail.

Medela
Head on over to the Medela website and join the Mom's Room for FREE samples of Medela breastfeeding products! I'm currently waiting on my package to come and will share photos of all the amazing goodies they sent once it's here!

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I will update this list as I come across more amazing offers to share!
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Have you signed up for a baby registry?  What kinds of gift boxes or goodies have you received? Leave a comment below letting me know!
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Friday, March 15, 2013
My parents didn't drink coffee.  I know everytime that I was around coffee brewing that I really enjoyed the scent that it gave out.  I really don't think I liked it the first time, it was black and probably not so fresh.  I was about 14 and in a hotel with my family.  I didn't attempt to try it again until I was around 20 years old.  I worked in a hotel as a maid and everyday I walked in and smelled all the freshly brewed coffee.  It was free for the employees so I gladly had a cup or two a day.
However, when I become pregnant... then coffee just smells horrible, it makes me feel sick to my stomach.  I couldn't imagine drinking it!  After a few months of pregnancy, the morning sickness passes for the most part and I always succumb to the temptations once again.  But by then I figure it would be best to do half caffeinated and half de-caff.  It wasn't until recently that a blend for home brewing that was half caff was available.  And of course, it's the brand I always buy- Folgers. 
Here I am, as I am every morning sipping on my cup of joe with either a tablespoon of French vanilla creamer or else my other favorite- dark brown sugar and cream.   I LOVE coffee.  Besides water, it's the only other drink I want and maybe need LOL.  I know those mornings without it, I don't get going like usual, like I'm in slow motion. I'm grumpy without my coffee and well, not very visually appealing either probably.  Maybe someday I won't feel so addicted but it's the way it is now, and I'm ok with it.  I think it helps me get thru my day.  That's a good thing, considering how hectic life can be.  I sign up for Folgers emails- http://www.folgerscoffee.com and get free samples and keep updated with their products.  Gotta love free samples!  I did not receive money from Folgers because of this blog post, and this is purely my own opinion.  I would love to hear yours though... Do you drink coffee?  What do you put in your coffee? 

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