Spread #Underwareness with Depend!

There are lots that suffer from bladder leakage, but did you now that it is over 65 million people? Some other news that may shock you is that more people in their 20s suffer from bladder leakage than those in their 80s. When I found this out, I was seriously stunned.

To help support these people and let them know that it is okay to have bladder leakage at this age, Depend is raising Underwareness. This is a social cause that is geared towards bringing people out of hiding and helping them share their story. They need to know that they are not alone!

I partnered with Depend for this cause last year and now they are on their THIRD year of raising Underwareness. It is such an eye opener to those like me that really thought that it was older people that had bladder leakage. Depend has lots of products to help you fight bladder leakage while still having control of your life.

The new Depend Silhouette Active Fit briefs are a new moderate-absorbency brief that feature a thin design for complete comfort with the trusted protection of the Depend brand and a lower rise+ for an underwear-like look, fit and feel. How many times have you thought of Depend products and thought they were like diapers? That was me…UNTIL NOW! The product is currently available in black and beige colors and a variety of sizes.

So how can you help with the cause?

Depend will donate $1, up to $3 million, over the next three years to charities that advance the research, education and awareness of bladder leakage for:
•  Every pant drop, photo and video shared using #Underwareness and #DropYourPants
•  Every personal video made about ‘what Underwareness means to you’ that is uploaded to YouTube and tagged #Underwareness and #DropYourPants.

Make sure that you join in by getting your FREE SAMPLE of Depend Silhouette Active Fit products. Show the world that we are in this together and are raising Underwareness for those that need the support (even if that includes you!)

The Holidays With Betty Crocker Cookies #SpreadCheer

We have always done some baking around the holiday season, but to spread the cheer to someone else with the baking is something completely new. It’s a fantastic new tradition that we will be doing every year from now on because the giving back look on my three year old’s face was enough. She has always been a giving soul and so when I told her that we were going to share our Betty Crocker cookies with someone else, she was excited.

We got right down to business with Betty Crocker Sugar Cookies. There is no more fun cookie out there for a little one to put their personal touch on (or adult either for that matter!). We decided that we were going to share the cookies with the woman down the street that seemed to always be having a rough go. Spreading cheer to her seemed like the perfect life me up this holiday season.

Holiday giving is something that I hope my children want to do and with easy holiday treats from Betty Crocker it is more simple than ever.

The basket that we ended up with was one that I knew that the woman would be able to reuse even after her and her daughter enjoyed the cookies inside. When we went down to the woman’s home, she did not know what to say and was just so happy to see a friendly face. Her daughter’s face reminded me that spreading cheer is what the season is really about.

My daughter then asked if we could do this again next year and my reply was of course! Baking Christmas Cookies is a family tradition and if we can pass that joy on to someone else in the process of enjoying it ourselves, that’s true holiday spirit.

Of course my daughter enjoyed a cookie to herself when we got home that we baked after we delivered the woman’s basket. Betty Crocker Cookies have been making our holidays special since I was little and now we have a new tradition.

If you are wanting to Spread The Cheer yourself, visit your local store and pick up your own Betty Crocker mix! Your cookies will be simple to make and they will make someone else smile.

There is also a chance for you can win $20 in Paypal cash to make someone’s holidays a little more cheerful! Enter on the link below and make sure to get your coupon for .50 off of a Betty Crocker Cookie Mix!

Entry-Form

This giveaway is open to US residents, 18+ and ends on 12/21 at 11:59 PM. The winner will have 48 hours to confirm that they have won to the email sent. If no response, a new winner will be chosen. Manic Mama of 3 is not responsible for the fulfillment of the prize.

Celebrate World Kindness Day With Clangers!

This is a sponsored post in collaboration with “Clangers”and Coolabi. All opinions are my own.

Our family loves the show Clangers. One of the core principals of the show is spreading kindness.

Clangers is celebrating World Kindness Day on November 13th, 2015.

Clangers for Kindness is a marketing campaign that is working to create a movement to see people proactively taking part in kind acts to better the planet.

Kids acts of kindness are definitely different than adults and when they are tiny like my girls, it’s fewer and far between they they do these acts of kindness.

How do you create kindness?

My girls Rachel and Ryleigh like to do each others hair. Of course I help a little bit here and there but the oldest loves to help out with the stylings of the younger one. The small acts of kindness make my heart melt as well as when the little likes to help give her older sister a playmate for bath time fun. It’s these moments that you realize that not all acts of kindness have to be big!

How  do you #createkindness? Be sure to join #clangersforkindness by sharing your kind deeds to make our planet better.

Follow Clangers on Facebook or Twitter – @helloclangers

#SproutClangers #ClangersforKindness

Watch the Clangers on the Sprout channel every day at 7:00pm (EST)

Comfort and Style with Stressless Furniture

This conversation is sponsored today by ELG.

Ekornes Stressless Furniture is now available at European Leather Gallery. In 2001, the owners & management staff behind ELG were introduced to the Stressless Line and they fell in love with the line of unique furniture. have had a passion to spread the word about this genuinely unique furniture line. You will be blown away as a customer when you are able to try out the furniture for yourself.

Ekornes, being the only furniture maker to be endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association, has made it possible for those that just simply have a hard time getting comfortable on conventional furniture to find that comfort. The Stressless line has a mass amount of comfort and also has a very wide variety of styles that you can choose from to make your home as comfortable as possible.

Once you know everything that the furniture has to offer, you won’t need any convincing. The built-in features designed to mold to your body shape while allowing for movement and optimal support when sitting are unlike any other in the business. Here are just a few of the features of the Stressless Furniture that will change the way you think about furniture.

Lumbar Support that offers you back support in any position. The curve of your spine will be supported no matter what position your body.

The furniture is also Chiropractor Approved as I mentioned earler because this furniture offers your back and spine the most benefits that you can get from sitting on furniture for hours a day.

Also variety of furniture styles doesn’t hurt at all. You are not just limited to a chair style. Stressless Furniture also has recliners, leg rests, ottomans, sofas and ergonomic office chairs. There are also many colors and options so that the furniture will go with the flow of your home or office. There are also 6 wood finishes that will go with your home’s decor.

Check out the special discounts that European Leather Gallery has for you on the Stressless Furniture Line and relax in style and comfort without spending a fortune.

What would you buy first?

Trying for a baby? Conceive Plus can Help! #tryingtoconceive

Although I have three children of my own, I know many of my friends are trying to conceive. Some of them are having a rough go at it whether it be that they just aren’t meshing with ovulation schedule or that periods are irregular. Whatever the case may be, there is something that can help if you are trying to start a family or wanting to have additional children.

Conceive Plus® is a fertility lubricant that can help to increase your chances of becoming pregnant – naturally! I don’t want you to think that this is just for people that are having some troubles. Anyone that is trying for a little one can use this product.

How to Use

Conceive Plus® includes both pre-filled applicators and also in a multi-use tube. The pre-filled containers can be used up to 15 minutes before, then use the multi-use tube together with your partner.

How It Works

Conceive Plus®  is a fertility friendly personal lubricant that has a controlled pH that is safe for sperm, embryos and of course, the process of fertilization. It differs from other sperm-friendly lubricants because of it’s Calcium and Magnesium ions which are critical for fertilization and it actually increases the opportunity for getting pregnant.

This product is also recommended by hospitals, doctors, and fertility clinics globally since 2008! If that doesn’t convince you that i can work for you, I guess you just need to give it a shot yourself.

Want to see how it works? Check out this video about Conceive Plus®!

Where to Buy

You can find Conceive Plus® in the U.S. for just $14.99, and it’s actually available in over 60 countries! It is an over-the-counter product that you can purchase in stores near you. Find out where to purchase Conceive Plus® near you!

Many couples just don’t want to talk about trying to conceive because they don’t want to believe that there is something going wrong. So, if you have someone in your life that is trying to conceive, tread lightly. If they bring up the subject first, you can share this blog post and the success stories with them. It may just give them the boost of confidence that they need.

Also, be a listening ear for you friend if they are going through this or find that friend that will be that for you. People love to air out what is bothering them to the people that they are closest to but they don’t want to feel like they are being judged or backed into a corner or even badgered with a million questions. Sometimes it just helps to sit back and listen.

Successes are always great to hear about and can lift spirits that this may just be what can be what will work. Check out just a few of the successes from couples that have used Conceive Plus®!

And don’t forget to check them out on their Facebook page as well and stay up to date with their latest in fertility.

If you have just started trying or have been trying for a while, Conceive Plus® fertility lubricant can help increase your chances of getting pregnant naturally! Now available from selected online retailers from just $14.99.

SASMAR Conceive Plus® sponsored this blog post. The opinions and text are all mine.

Getting Through The Day With Bluetooth Speakers! #Insignia @BestBuy

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free.

Great music has always been a part of my life, but sometimes it was hard to be able to listen to what I wanted from my library on my phone when I was at home. In the car it was perfect because we have the Bluetooth compatible radio. Now Insignia has outdone themselves with the Bluetooth Speaker that we have now hung in our shower. It is waterproof so that makes it perfect for listening to great music instead of singing to yourself in your own little world.

It is also great for in the car as well if you want to have more sound than your stereo will produce or if you don’t happen to have a Bluetooth stereo in there.

The silicone strap and ultra lightweight, compact design can clip virtually anywhere including a backpack, tote, bike, purse, golf bag or belt loop. This little speaker is also powerful enough for the beach, laying by the pool or at an outdoor party and its splash-proof design means you don’t have to worry about water, rain or spilled drinks ruining your fun.

Product Features:

•             Compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled devices for wireless audio streaming.

•             Splash-proof design

•             1.5W total system power (2W peak power), produces quality sonic output

•             USB charging port keeps electronic devices powered, so you can continue enjoying your favorite songs.

•             Rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 6 hours of playback time on a full charge.

The Insignia Plug In Bluetooth Speaker can wirelessly stream your favorite audio in any room of your home with this Insignia plug-in Bluetooth speaker. The speaker features a built-in power adapter and rechargeable battery, allowing over 2 hours of playback.

Designed as a wireless audio solution for your home, it plugs directly into your wall outlets – no wires, shelf space or expensive receiver needed. Although we do have a sound system, this is nice when you don’t want to turn the television on to listen to your music.

Unlike some other higher priced plug-in Bluetooth speakers, this Insignia speaker does not need to be plugged in at all times to work.  It’s sleek, white design blends in to your home and its portability makes it perfect for taking it with you while you’re on the go.

Product Features:

•             Compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled devices for wireless audio streaming.

•             Auxiliary audio input jack connects your non-Bluetooth devices for more listening options.

•             Built-in power adapter allows the speaker to stay plugged into a wall outlet to maintain a full charge.

•             USB charging port keeps electronic devices powered, so you can continue enjoying your favorite songs.

•             Built-in rechargeable battery enables over 2 hours of playback when taking your speaker on the go.

I absolutely love our new additions to the Bluetooth family and hope that you check them out at your local Best Buy!

Back to School with @SanDisk & @BestBuy for All Your Memory Needs! #SanDisk

It’s that time for back to school shopping once again. I tend to dread back to school shopping but Best Buy makes the electronic part of back to school shopping a breeze. The list of what they offer has now gotten bigger and bigger and that includes SanDisk. Technology has a whole new area that needs to be covered and that includes backing everything up. Kids now have things like tablets, mobile devices and computers to help them with their school chores and now they can be simple with SanDisk.

Best Buy will always have your back in whatever you need and they have never let me down before in the price department either. Best Buy has great prices on SanDisk right now that you just don’t want to miss out on this school year.

SanDisk for Digital Imaging: SanDisk products, from professional-grade camera memory to point-and-shoot SD cards to microSD cards, deliver industry-leading performance and reliability. SanDisk SD cards are also designed to meet the security, capacity, performance, and environmental requirements of next generation devices—because your stories span generations and your memory solutions should too.

Make sure that you check out all that SanDisk has to offer below.

Capture more fast action , Record more 4K Ultra HD and Full HD video, AND Transfer speeds up to 60MB/s FOR SMARTPHONES, TABLETS AND ACTION CAMERAS

o   Over 10X faster than ordinary cards3 AND Transfer speeds up to 80MB/s FOR DSLR CAMERAS AND CAMCORDERS

·         Add a SanDisk microSD™ card to your smartphone or tablet, and you can carry more of the media and apps you love. Thin and light computing devices, tablets, and smartphones demand the compact form factors of SanDisk microSD cards.

·         Mobile devices help you share stories every day, no matter where you go. Make sure their performance can keep up. SanDisk microSD™ cards give your smartphone or tablet a more responsive camera function and smoother media playback. Whether you want more storage for your phone or a card that makes it easy to shoot high resolution video on the go, you can choose the way you want to add fast, reliable data storage with capacity options from 4GB to 200GB.

o   USB FOR IPHONE AND IPAD  ALLOWS FOR Easy transfer between iPhone, iPad, and computers AND Frees up iPhone and iPad memory with both lightning and USB connectors

o   Dual USB for ANDROID devices ALLOWS FOR Easy transfer between Android™ device and computers AND Frees up space for photos, videos, music and more

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Cardand/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free

Aflac Has Your Back, Just Not With Hair! #SalonDuck

This post is sponsored by Aflac. I was compensated for writing it, but all opinions are 100% mine.

So, I wanted to do something new with my hair. I did a brown to blonde at home and I have to say I think it turned out pretty well. Then again I had to do all of it while my kids were sleeping. I have had a HORRIBLE hair experience with cutting my hair while my son was awake. He came up behind me and scared me and there went the scissors. Snip and WAY too short. Sometimes there is nothing that is worse than a bad hair day. It can make you not want to leave the house.

Being a parent to three kids sometimes my hair just doesn’t get done. I am at my wits end because even though a bad hair day is BAD. A bad parenting day can make it WORSE. Am I right? Sometimes it’s not just the kids that make parenting hard. It’s the budgeting and the commitments.

My husband has a job outside of the home as a heavy machine operator while I work from home. He picked up Aflac Insurance while he was at work and I have to tell you that when he fractured his finger and he had to go to the doctor and they laid him out of work for two days, Aflac saved the day! The claim process was easy and we had money in the form of a check the very next day. It was amazing!

Now if you are having a bad day and totally ruin your hair? Aflac is not good for that. Check out what I mean in the video. It will give you a giggle or two.

Sometimes I feel like I will never get my hair right, but do what works for you. Don’t try to do what everyone else is doing and definitely do your research before you try anything at home. That blonde picture up there took me around FOUR hours of research to find out what products worked and what didn’t live up to what they said they would do. Let Aflac handle the other stuff in life that may stress you out when it comes to finances if you are hurt.

Aflac is #1 when it comes to voluntary insurance at work and with good reason. They have many different supplemental plans. My husband’s even paid him when he went in for a routine dentist appointment. Policyholders also have peace of mind with Aflac’s One Day Pay promise! So take a load off! See more about Aflac and make them the insurance for daily living and visit the duck!

Make sure you connect with Aflac on their social media, via Facebook and Twitter.

Get What You Want With eBay Daily Deals!

Everyone knows about eBay, right? We know that they have bids and deals. BUT did you know that now they have eBay Daily Deals? Items will be featured every day from trusted sellers that have discounts from 20 to 90 percent off. Yes, you read that right. NINETY PERCENT OFF!

Even better….free shipping.

Limited quantities of each item will be available, but it will be easy to keep up with the status of them. Once the items are no longer available, that’s it. The eBay summer deals will update each day at 8 AM PST…that means 11 AM for me. There is no crazy start time. No fighting over whether or not you need to have your cup of coffee first before you try to score an eBay Daily Deal.

Keeping up with the eBay Daily Deals is a must because you just never know when a fashion, tech, or even home and garden deal may get introduced that you have been wanting. You just don’t have to feel so bad about getting it because it will be at a discounted price.

3 things that are definitely on my home wish list are:

10″ COOL Soft & Supportive Memory Foam Mattress

Cuisinart CPC-600 1000W 6qt. Pressure Cooker

Cuisinart ICE-45 Mix It In Soft Serve 1-1/2-Quart Ice Cream Maker

Now that you have seen what I would love to have in my home, I will let you know just how to keep up with the deals to make sure that you get them for yourself. There will be banners that will let you know if a deal is still available, almost gone or completely sold out. Make sure that you get them before they are a done deal.

These items will make great housewarming gifts, Christmas presents or an even “I’m worth it!” gift to yourself.

What would make it on your list from the eBay Daily Deals?

Textbook Rentals That Give Back!

Disclosure: Manic Mama of 3 was compensated for this posting. All thoughts are 100% genuine.

It’s hard to thing about school when it is almost July, but for those of you that have summer sessions going on right now, Fall semester is right around the corner! Campus Book Rentals is a company that I feel strongly about. I used to HATE renting college textbooks and then getting nothing out of them in return. The school was able to make money off of the books over and over again. Frankly, that made me upset. My return on selling a book was usually only 20% of what they thought it was worth at the time.

Enter the giving back book rental guru, Campus Book Rentals. You can be a student or non-student to rent from them. I also love that if you happen to change your mind about a class that they have a 21-Day Guarantee. How many times have you gotten a book for a class and then the schedule or the teacher just wasn’t for you? Now you don’t have to worry about getting that book out of your hands and the replacement for whatever you do decide to take into them.

While you have the textbooks treat them like they were yours. Most colleges do not allow you to highlight in your books. Campus Book Rentals wants you to highlight if it benefits you learning. They also don’t want you to worry about being charged extra if you can’t get the book back to them the day after class ends. They have a 15-Day Grace Period!

You can pick the semester time and also if you find you need the book longer, the extension period is easy. Just log on and extend your book rental and checkout. Simple. So you can mark in the book. keep it as long as you need to or even buy it. Returning is simple too because they provide you with everything you need to return the books to them.

They sound great already, right? Well there is more. Campus Book Rentals has teamed up with Operation Smile since 2011. In the last couple years, they have been able to give children over 80 surgeries. The company has made it possible for two ways to give to Operation Smile. First, they make their minimum commitment to surgeries for the children. Secondly, students can choose to give any portion of their Rentback Program money to the charity right from their account. 

Remember that feeling I described earlier about feeling like my money was going nowhere with rental textbooks? Campus Book Rentals chases that feeling away. They are committed to the cause of making textbook renting easy and charitable towards a cause and they excel at it. I hope that when you go to get your textbooks or our children’s textbooks that you will utilize this awesome company.