New Baby Needs Giveaway

 New Baby Needs Event Is HERE!! We Are Excited To Be Celebrating These New Additions!!

Joy Of Momma Joyner and This Mama's Life have just added new babies to their families! To celebrate, they have teamed up with an awesome group of bloggers and wonderful sponsors to bring you great products that a New Baby Needs! ONE WINNER will walk away with this whole prize package worth over $1562! The Prize Package includes items from these sponsors:

Halo - SleepSack ($29)

Pish Posh Baby - Baby Jogger Vue Stroller ($199)

Undercover Mama - Nursing Tank Top ($35)

Fairhaven Health - Milk-Saver, Freeze, Nipple Balm, Happy Bottom Baby Balm, Sitting Pretty Spray, Nursing Blend Vitamins ($118)

Making Mama’s Milk Cookies - 1 Month Supply Of Cookies ($48)

Avent - Natural Drinking Cup ($7)

Tiny Love - NEW Tummy Time Fun: Under The Sea ($30)

Applecheeks - Applecheeks Bundle ($30)

Tommee Tippee - Colorful Bottle 3-pack ($24)

Little Toader - Teether ($10)

Baby Shusher - Baby Shusher ($35)

Buncha Farmers - stain remover, 3 varieties of our hand made manuka honey soaps, hand sanitizer, body and facial skin cream ($39)

Buttons Diapers - 3 Diaper Covers and 3 Daytime Inserts ($43)

Baby Box Company - Baby Box ($150)

Clever Relish - Wipes Case Cover ($15)

Levana - Oma+ Powered by Snuza ($99)

Bobee - Diaper and Wipes Dispenser ($40)

Hairbow Company - Outfit ($20)

Aden + Anais - Dream Blanket ($50)

Mixie Baby - Mixie Bottle ($20)

PediPed - 1 Pair of Originals ($35)

MAM - Cooler Teether and Oral Care Rabbit ($12)

BabyBjörn - Bouncer Balance Soft ($199)

Chewbeads - Jane Necklace ($30)

Ciinolin - Swaddles and Baby Steps Cards ($55)

GlowBug Cloth Diapers - Diaper and Insert ($13)

PRK Products - Baby Food Organizer ($25)

One Creative Mama - Mommy and Baby Shirt Set ($48)
Baby K'Tan - Baby K'Tan Wrap ($60)
Googaro Box - 1 Subscription Box ($35)
TeetherTops  - TeetherTops Toy ($9)

So, what do you think? Ready to enter? It’s simple! Just fill out the Giveaway Tools Form below. There are plenty of entry options, and the more you do, the better your chances of winning are!

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The New Baby Needs Event Prize Package is open to all legal residents of the United States who are 18-years-old or older. This event will run from 12:00am EST Sunday, June 1, 2014 through 11:59pm EST Sunday, June 22, 2014. Best Of Luck! Winner will have 48 hours to respond to claim their prize (or another winner will be chosen). Enter below. Good Luck! 

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Disclosure: I received no compensation for this promotion. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of other consumers. "Brandon's Adventures" Blog is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment. This giveaway is not associated with, affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or any other social media platform in any way. The sponsors will send the prizes directly to the winner. We are also not responsible for any unfortunate accidents that may result from the use of any of these products..

Cozy Wall Art: Fun Wall Decals for the Playroom {Review & Giveaway}

I was recently introduced to CozyWallArt.com. They specialize in creating fun and original vinyl wall art in a small studio located in Texas. I chose a couple of decals for Little Brandon's playroom to make it look fun and playful. I chose the Owl Family Wall Decal (in light brown) and The More You Read Dr. Seuss Wall Quote (in lime green). I'm quite satisfied with their fast delivery service. They sent me a little gift as well: a floral decal as in the logo and some lollipops. How sweet!

As per the included instruction sheet, you can try the flower test decal first to make sure it will stick to your wall. Just a note that Cozy Wall Art decals are designed to stick to any non-porous paint. They may not stick well if the surface is highly textured or paint that has a chalky feel.

OWL FAMILY WALL DECAL

Description: Even a family of wise owls has trouble getting a good family photo! These fun, modern owls make a  cute grouping to grace your walls.

I love the owl wall decals. This is a cute one! Little Brandon had been fond of owls lately so we picked this one for the playroom wall.   I had him help out with the decal placement and peeling the transfer paper. He really wanted to do it and got all excited about making his room look great.



And here is the finished look...

Why I love wall decals is because it is easy to remove as it is to put on. It's not permanent nor messy at all.

"THE MORE YOU READ" DR. SEUSS QUOTE WALL DECAL

I also wanted some words and quotes for inspiration. On the adjacent wall from the above, we placed this one just under the window. That space was the perfect spot. We used the provided card/squeegee to flatten the decal against the wall and smooth out any bubbles. This one took a little bit more time because of the individual lettering. Sometimes we just have to rub it in over the transfer paper a little more.



Here is the finished look...

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GIVEAWAY

And now for the giveaway! Would you like to decorate your home with these wall decals?

One (1) lucky reader will have a chance to win their choice of wall decal (up to $50 in value). Chosen winner will be selected via Random.org through Rafflecopter and is open to Canadian and US residents (ends June 30th, 2014 at 11:59pm EST). Winner will have 48 hours to respond to claim their prize. Good luck!

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Disclosure:  I received a sample of the above mentioned products from the company in exchange for my honest review in the above post. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of other consumers. No other compensation was given. "Brandon's Adventures" Blog is not responsible for prize shipment.

Heroes of the City - Baby App {Review}

I always enjoy fun and educational apps with my Little One. Lately, Brandon has been asking me to borrow my iPad and if he can get new apps. I was recently introduced to the "Heroes of the City" series.

Heroes of the City Baby App by Ruta Ett

The app is completely free, child-safe with no advertising and has no in-app purchases. Everything in the app is designed for the youngest children.  Children can play games and watch movies together with Paulie Police Car and Fiona Fire Engine from the TV-series Heroes of the City.

The app is easy to use, entertaining, educational and will inspire our children to be creative. This app takes the smallest children seriously and we have specially designed everything in the app to suit children between 0-2 + years.

The app includes:

• 3 animated short movies (Language: English and Swedish )
• Music Panel with two different themes
• Color and shape game
• Magic coloring game
• Balloon Game

Since Little Brandon had been a good boy this week, I downloaded this app for him as a little reward. He loves vehicles and cars. His favorite is Paulie Police Car.  And we both love the cute and colorful illustrations.


There are short videos/movies in the app along with games and more fun.  The movies in the app are also available to watch on Heroes of the City's YouTube channel. Check it out at http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQIZNADyAdMEWhjM8cq7ROw

Meet Fiona Fire Engine, the bravest fire engine in Heroes of the City. Follow her when she rescues a cat and visits the zoo to look at the animals.



The "Heroes of the City Baby App" is available to download for free for BOTH Apple and Android devices:

App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/heroes-of-the-city-baby-app/id860084935?mt=8

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rutaett.HeroesBaby&hl=en

Also look for the free Movie App & Book App. We've already downloaded them and enjoying them.



Disclosure: I did not receive any products for this post. Any expressed opinions are my own and personal thoughts. No other compensation was given.

16" Lightning McQueen Bike Review

Last month we bought 16" Lightning McQueen Bike from toys-R-Us for half price at $59.99. It was time for Little Brandon to have his own bike and learn to ride it. We picked it up brand new, packed in a box. It was not assembled. We didn't want to to wait for days for the store people to assemble for us, so we brought it back home and did it ourselves. It took some time, but it wasn't so bad. The only tough part to do was the putting together the brakes.

FEATURES
Steel rear suspension frame
Handlebar pad and number plate
Front caliper brake, rear coaster brake
Training wheels


The whole bike felt durable. Brake was on the left handle so it was a little awkward since Brandon was right-handed. That's how the instructions were. I'm pretty sure it can be adjusted for the right handle as well.

Riding on the gravel was not too great because the bike kept getting stuck with the training wheels on. Little Brandon fell off because he turned a little too fast and tipped over. Luckily he jumped off before the bike landed on the side.  After a few runs, I think the left training wheel nut became loose from the fall.

Tuesday was School strike day so we spent the day with Little One's 2nd cousin. First time riding bike together. Little One cried when we got home because he already miss her.

Blogger Opp: "It's Water Slide Time" Event

 Blogger Opp: It's Water Slide Time Sweepstakes Event

Attention bloggers:  This is a free/paid blogger event hosted by Mom Powered Media. Link is free when you post about the giveaway on your blog and a thank-you for participating in the event.

PARTICIPATION DETAILS

* Prize: Little Tikes Slam ‘n’ Curve Slide

* Event dates: June 6 - 30, 2014

* Eligibility: Contest is open to US only

* No more than 2 blogs per person allowed

* No business blogs (such as wraps, jewelry, purses, make-up)

* FREE link on entry form (Twitter or Facebook) with announcement post (or pay the $5 waiver fee)

* Daily vote $5 each

* Page Hosts $15 each

* Co-host Spot $35 (includes 3 additional social media links {links will be listed on the top 2 pages of the rafflecopter}, a backlink on all participating blogs and a host page)

* Agree to post the giveaway HTML on the date the event begins and promote at least 3x a week

Referral prize: Blogger who refers the most people to this event will receive a $50 Visa Gift Card or Paypal!

* Please feel free to mention Jennie Yuen from "Brandon's Adventures" Blog referred you! Thanks much!


Blogger Contest: One participating blogger will also receive a $100 Visa Gift Card or Paypal!

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Blogger Opp: Don’t Buy It, Rent It Event

 Blogger Opp: Don’t Buy It, Rent It Sweepstakes Event

Attention bloggers:  This is a free/paid blogger event hosted by Mom Powered Media. Link is free when you post about the giveaway on your blog and a thank-you for participating in the event.

PARTICIPATION DETAILS

* Prize: Grand Prize: $500 Visa Gift Card + Five $100 Visa Gift Card Winners

* Event dates: August 1 - 31, 2014

* Eligibility: Contest is open to US & Canada

* No more than 2 blogs per person allowed

* No business blogs (such as wraps, jewelry, purses, make-up)

* FREE link on entry form (Twitter or Facebook) with announcement post (or pay the $5 waiver fee)

* Daily vote $5 each

* Page Hosts $15 each

* Co-host Spot $35 (includes 3 additional social media links {links will be listed on the top 2 pages of the rafflecopter}, a backlink on all participating blogs and a host page)

* Agree to post the giveaway HTML on the date the event begins and promote at least 3x a week

Referral prize: Blogger who refers the most people to this event will receive a $50 Visa Gift Card or Paypal!

* Please feel free to mention Jennie Yuen from "Brandon's Adventures" Blog referred you! Thanks much!





Blogger Contest: One participating blogger will also receive a $100 Visa Gift Card or Paypal!

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Sports Day

It was Brandon's first Sports Day event at his elementary school. It was an exciting day. The weather was perfect and the kids had so much fun! I was around in the morning before they headed out and then I came back an hour before school was finished. It was an exhausting day and was a long day for Brandon. After school went to Chinese school at another elementary and then went over to grandma's and grandpa's for dinner. I brought along his change of clothes and towels so I can bathe him there.

What a day! Check out the Sports Day event photos:

We made the decoration for the hat for the alien/space sports day theme

Blogger Opp: $100 Target Gift Card Giveaway Event

 Blogger Opp: $100 Target Gift Card Giveaway Event

Attention bloggers:  This is a free/paid blogger event hosted by NYSavingSpecials. Link is free when you post about the giveaway on your blog and a thank-you for participating in the event.

PARTICIPATION DETAILS

* Prize: $100 Target Gift Card

* Event dates: July 7 - 21, 2014

* Eligibility: Contest is open to US & Canada

* 2 FREE links on entry form (Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest) with announcement post (or pay the $5 waiver fee)

* Optional additional links are $3.00 each (up to 3 links)

* Co-host spot available for $10.00 (includes 10 Links and 2 co-host pages; no Google links or personal social media pages)

* Agree to post the giveaway HTML on the date the event begins and promote at least 3x a week

* Please feel free to mention Jennie Yuen from "Brandon's Adventures" Blog referred you! Thanks much!

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Wordless Wednesday: Making Homemade Playdoh

Creative Kids Bento Lunchbox Idea: Baby Panda Onigiri

Baby Pandas (onigiri rice balls) with veggies (baby corn and beans) and pan-fried fish cake/fish sticks.



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May 5th Swag Code Extravaganza: Cinco de Mom-O!

Swagbucks sure knows how to give Mondays a little extra fun. Today, May 5th, they're throwing a BIG Swag Code Extravaganza called Cinco de MomO! Starting at 7am PDT (10am ET) and lasting until 6pm PDT (9pm ET), they're giving out multiple Swag Codes throughout the day.

What are Swag Codes? They are strings of text that you find on Swagbucks (or their social media pages and via the mobile app) and redeem for bonus Swag Bucks. Today, there will be enough Swag Codes given out that you can get up to 25 SB in Swag Codes alone!

US & CAN: In addition to a Swag Code Extravaganza, Cinco de MomO includes deals across the Swag nation:

• Enter select Swagstakes for 5 SBs.
• Shop for Mom (Mother's Day Category in Swagbucks Shop) and get 5 SB per dollar spent.
• Enter Game Challenge Tournaments for only 5 SB.
• Enter to win 1 of 5 drawing for 10,000 SB!

In the meantime, you can earn 5 SB per dollar spent on select Mother's Day stores (Mother'd Day category in US & Canada only), and enter select Swagstakes for only 5 SB. Also, feel free to share your Cinco de MomO love with Swagbucks on Twitter: Tweet @Swagbucks with 5 words to describe your mom. Include your Swagname AND #CincoDeMomO -- if Swagbucks retweets you, you'll win 25 SB!


Want to make sure you get all the Swag Codes? Sign up here and check their Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and the official Swagbucks blog to find throughout the day on Monday. A little tip? If you're in the US, download the free Swagbucks app to get notifications when a Code is live. No app? When a code is live, you'll always see other Swagbucks members spreading the Code and saying "Thank you!" on the SB social media pages. Good luck and enjoy your Monday with Swagbucks!

Here's how to enter into the 10,000 SB drawing:
Throughout the day you'll see a Survey window pop up on various pages of Swagbucks.com. Each survery will contain a Cinco de MomO trivia question. Answer each pop up question correctly and you'll get 1 SB AND 1 entry (per correct answer) into the 10,000 SB drawing. Note that only the first 10,000 people to answer correctly will earn a Swag Buck and entry. Winners will be announced on Tuesday.

LovableLabels Teacher Gift Sets

Get an A+ with LovableLabels Teacher Gift Sets! The perfect teacher gift for the end of the school year. These Teacher Gift Sets are only available until June 30, 2014!




Description: Personalized note cards and adorable Apple-shaped Labels make the perfect thank-you gift and perfect for labeling classroom supplies!. High quality graphics are used to create our cards and all are printed on Acid Free heavy card stock. Presented in a beautiful clear cello bag and pretty ribbon, it makes a perfect gift.

Quantity Includes:

• 12 folded cards
• 12 matching envelopes
• 12 coordinating seals
• 40 apple shaped labels

Use coupon code JennieYLB1 to receive 10% off your order! Coupon code expires soon!

Disclosure: I am part of the Lovable Labels Love Bug ambassador program. I received personalized labels as my perks. The opinions expressed are my own personal and honest thoughts. No other compensation was given.

Martial Arts Course for Kids

When I was younger, I took martial arts. I enjoyed it. Now I'm just too busy to start again. Last month, I registered Little Brandon in Taekwondo. He didn't like it at first because he thought it was hard, but he slowly got used to it after a few weeks.

Crafty Spices is hosting a Giveaway and we would like to share it with you. Join for a chance to win.

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FOUR (4) lucky winners will be selected to receive an online Course of Martial Art for Kids! Contest is open WORLDWIDE, 18+. Contest ends May 15th, 2014 at 11:59pm EST. Winner will have 48 hours to respond to claim their prize (or another winner will be chosen). Enter below. Good Luck! 

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Disclosure: I received no compensation for this promotion. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of other consumers. "Brandon's Adventures" Blog is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment. This giveaway is not associated with, affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or any other social media platform in any way. For details please contact Jay @CraftySpices.