Help Save Handmade Products!

For those who are not aware, in August of this year, Congress passed the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) in an effort to ensure improved safety standards for children's products in the US. This legislation was brought about by numerous incidences in 2007 involving the presence of lead and phalates in products outsourced by large manufacturers to China for production.

I've spent a great deal of time over the past week reviewing the legislation and discussing it with my fellow mom-preneurs, and I must say that I am very discouraged by this law in its current form. The Act is, in theory, a good idea and I am all for increasing the safety of products that we allow into this country and into the hands of our children. However, the CPSIA definitely has it's shortcomings and seems to have been a knee-jerk reaction to a complex and multi-faceted issue. As it currently stands, the Act is incredibly global in nature with regulations that will result in incredibly high expenses for manufacturers, particularly small, mom-and-pop companies specializing in beautifully handcrafted items for children.

With the Act set to take effect in Feb. 2009, manufacturers will be forced to pay safety certification fees that range from the hundreds to thousands of dollars PER ITEM in order to continue selling their items. Not such a big concern for the large manufacturers specializing in mass production...potentially crippling for the smaller US businesses who have a history of providing quality childrens products with no history of safety issues. Items effected are toys (wooden, felt, etc...you name it!), clothing, blankets, hair accessories, tutus, and much, much more!

It appears as though the CPSIA simply forgot to exclude the class of products made in the US, Canada, and Europe that have already earned the public's trust and adoration. The end result is, that unless the law is amended, HANDMADE CHILDREN'S PRODUCTS WILL NO LONGER BE LEGAL IN THE US.

Click HERE to view a wealth of information from the Handmade Toy Alliance.

Click HERE to view the actual CPSIA legislation, FAQs, and updates.

How Can You Help?

Please write to your United States Congress Person and Senator to request changes in the CPSIA to save handmade products. Use this sample letter from the Handmade Toy Alliance or write your own. You can find your Congress Person here and Senator here.

I sent my email letter off earlier this week...it's easy as pie and takes only minutes. If you love buying handmade products for family and friends like I do, please take a minute of your time to try to preserve the privilege that we are soon to lose in this country.

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Melanie S. of Nashville, TN! Melanie is the proud winner of the Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique Holiday Giveaway. I've been in touch with her and her $25 gift certificate will be well on its way tomorrow. Have fun shopping, Melanie!

Thank you to all of those who entered the contest through our site and our blog. The response was overwhelming and we appreciate your interest in our product line!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Bullfrogs & Butterflies!!

Feisty, Frugal, and Fabulous Giveaway!

Stop by and visit our friend, Tenille, over at Feisty, Frugal, and Fabulous for her Kick Off to Christmas Event! She's hosting daily contests for fabulous prizes to countdown the days until Christmas.

Up for grabs for the next week is a pair of Bullfrogs & Butterflies own Baby Berries (TM)!

Thanks to Tenille for a yummy review!

Ho, Ho, Ho...I Did It!

My adorable 18 month old niece is a consummate tomboy who just so happens to LOVE to feel like a princess! She loves to twirl and dance, all the while carrying her big brother's football in her little pink purse :-) So this Christmas, I decided to try my hand at making her a fabulously poofy tutu...I used a whisper pink top layer and a super sparkly lavender for the bottom just to give it a bit of bling...TU-TU Cute (if I do say so myself)! I'm so pleased with how it turned out that I've decided to try my hand a crafting a sweet little crochet-flower headband to match.

It's so wonderful when a vision and final product match up!!

Great Advertising Opp!

Hello all fellow mom-preneurs! My friend Tammy over at Milk and Cookeez is offering a fabulous advertising opportunity...click HERE to stop by her blog and find out how you can advertise for FREE on her sidebar...that's right, I said FREE!! There are only 2 spots remaining, so don't delay!!

Where Did the Week Go?

Boy, how time flies! Here it is, another Monday, and I just realized that I haven't written a thing since last Monday. I promise to be better...I swear these pregnancy hormones have me more absent minded than ever!!

Needless to say, I've managed to stay very busy this past week filling orders and sending out some surprise holiday goodies to a few lucky ladies (whoo hoo!).

I've also posted a couple of new goodies at Bullfrogs & Butterflies...feel free to stop by

and take a peek at our new Hair Treats & Accessory Holders!

I have to credit the former to a number of customers who have requested that I make our cupcake clippy toppers available "a la carte" and the latter to a need for a stylish place to store all of those fabulous clippies! Thanks to our wonderful clients for the inspiration!!

Keep checking back for some more great additions later this week!

Holiday Goodies

Earn an extra chance to win by becoming a follower of my yummy blog and leaving a comment here to let me know!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Many blessings to you and your loved ones this Thanksgiving!

Introducing Posh Pastries!

Check out the newest in our line-up of sweet treats...Posh Pastries!

Click HERE to sneak a peek!

Black Friday

For or those who enjoy the hustle and bustle of getting a great deal the morning after Thanksgiving, and don't mind fighting the crowds to do so, I found a great site that lists all of the advertised sales by store (so you can pick and choose which portions of the list you want to download vs. taking 5 hours to download one large list that includes many stores you would never visit!). Even if you've taken the Handmade Pledge (to buy as many of your gifts as possible from other fabulous mom-owned businesses), there may be a couple of items that you can't find in that venue.

Click HERE for the link. And best of luck if you dare to fight the crowds!!

Busy, Busy, Busy!

Today was a fabulously fun and productive day...First, I played chef to my 3 munchkins with a breakfast fit for kings (or in this case, princes!). Then, it was off to fight a few fires with my fellow mini-firemen...one in the playroom, one in the fish tank, and one on the back patio :-) That lead to a fierce snowball fight and fort building extravaganza! Next, it was back to the art "studio" to create some wonderfully creative masterpieces with crayons, markers, stickers, and stamps!

When the older boys finally crashed from exhaustion, I had a chance to play story-teller to my 14 month old and engage in a game of chase filled with giggles and tickles! Whew...I am truly exhausted and fabulously energized at the same time.

Today was a GREAT day!

Shop-A-Thon at Tip Junkie

The Shop-A-Thon over at Tip Junkie is in full swing. Stop by today to check out some fabulous Mom-owned shops and boutiques!

Baby Berries

After a lot of creative "play", Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique is proud to announce our latest original creation...Baby Berries! Check out these decadent goodies HERE!

It's Giveaway Time!

Check out the latest giveaway from Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique, hosted by Centsible Mommy! You could win our popular Layette Milkshake 2 Pack...yummy!!

Mmmmmmmm!

I just received some yummy treats from my friend Tammy that will be going out in some special order gift baskets. They look so divine that I had to share some pics of these wonderful bath goodies before sending them out! Thanks, Tammy!

Here We Go Again...

Just when I'm feeling wonderfully creative and primed to launch a couple of new products that are as unique as they are yummy, I find the wind taken out of my sales a bit by yet another Intellectual Property thief. If "imitation is the biggest form of flattery", it's certainly also the most frustrating!

Two of my unique designs popped up in an Etsy shop over the past 4 days and based on 4 new subheadings that are now listed on the site (with no products as of yet), it seems as though the owner is priming herself to strike again! Why not just design your own unique treats? Why copy a design from another hardworking mompreneur? I just don't understand...creativity is a wonderful thing that, when let loose, can produce remarkable results. Why not explore your own artistic side versus stealing from someone else? There's plenty of room in the world of online baby boutiques and plenty of products to be sold...come on, stretch yourself a little. Find your own spin! Unfortunately, I'm pretty sure I'll check back once my new items are posted and BAM!, there they'll be...AAAGGGHHH!

Win a Boca Beth Grande Bag!

Stop by and visit our friends at Mommy's Idea to see a fabulous giveaway for the kiddos! Boca Beth is offering one lucky winner their wonderful Grande Bag filled with educational activites for your little munchkins. Good luck!

Whoo Hoo!

Thank you to The Cradle for selecting Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique as one of 7 honorably mentioned online-only boutiques in their America's Best Baby Boutique Contest!

Conducted in partnership with Pregnancy Magazine, this fabulous contest included over 1000 nominations of both storefronts and online-only boutiques. After much deliberation, 20 storefronts and 5 online-only boutiques were selected as finalists. Although we were not one of the 5 online-only finalists selected, we were 1 of only 7 online-only honorably mentioned boutiques!

What a blessing!

Happy Election Day!

Wishing you a speedy wait in line at the polls!

Wooden Toy Recall

Wooden Toys Recalled by Earth Friendly Due To Choking Hazards

Get the details HERE.

They're HERE!!

Check out these sweet little Child Safety Treats today!

What a Blessing!

Well, it looks like we will be adding a little princess to our clan of princes in March...what a blessing!

More Options!

After having done numerous special orders of our popular Layette Milkshakes, Bullfrogs & Butterflies is proud to announce that we will be offering more gift options directly on our website...Introducing Individual Layette Milkshakes (complete with a full pair of cotton baby socks) and Layette Milkshake 2 Packs!

Get yours TODAY!

Coming Soon...

...to Bullfrogs & Butterflies, Wireless Child Locators and Smart ID Sticks! We love to provide our customers with clever, sweet treats for family, friends, and co-workers. We are also committed to providing quality items that are safe for little ones. It seems only natural to take this commitment one setp further, so we're teaming up with Guard-A-Kid to provide you with the best child safety devices on the market! Keep watching for these exciting additions!

Whew!

What a day! Yesterday was the big 3 Year Old Birthday Extravaganza and it was fabulous! Caleb and the kids had a blast playing, dancing, eating...you name it, they did it! The adults had a wonderful opportunity to sit and catch up and we were treated to some surprise family guests from out of town. By the end of it, the entire household was wiped out and went straight to bed after a little clean up and wind down time. All in all, it was a spectacular day!

Don't Sweat the Small Stuff...

...there are more productive things to do with your time and more positive ways to spend your energy! Besides, karma comes full circle and we will all reap what we sow...so why not sew into our talents (hint, hint...new goodies are on their way at Bullfrogs & Butterflies!)?

Frustrated...

I debated long and hard about this post prior to writing it, but I hope you will indulge me briefly. I prefer to keep my blog upbeat and informative, as it's the best reflection of my own personality...but tonight I am extremely frustrated. There are MANY online baby boutiques out there that deal in similar, whimsical products to my own. The thing that makes the best of us stand out is our ability to put our own spin on the designs. There's bound to be some overlap and similarities, but the truly creative typically stand out with a superior product. It's this drive to create that I find most enjoyable about what I do.

The thing that I find most frustrating, however, is when some, in their piety, accuse others (whether directly or by inference) of copying ideas only to turn around and do the very thing they claim to detest. I have always been taught not to "cast stones" unless I myself am blameless. Perhaps others would do well to learn this same lesson.

And the Goody Goes To...

Gaye M. of Missouri!

Congratulations, Gaye, on winning the Bullfrogs & Butterflies Peppermint Washcloth Candies! Also, thank you to Goodies for Mom for hosting this yummy giveaway and to the many readers who participated.

Stay tuned for more delicious opportunities at Bullfrogs & Butterflies!

Also New at Bullfrogs & Butterflies...

Bullfrogs & Butterflies Tot Taffy

Check it out HERE!

New at Bullfrogs & Butterflies!

Signature Bullfrogs & Butterflies Silkshakes

Get your first taste HERE!

Happy Birthday "Sweet Face"!

I can't believe that my little Caleb is turning 3 today! It seems like just yesterday that my hubby was assisting with the delivery...boy, how time flies!! Although the big party isn't until Saturday, we had a small family celebration today...balloons, special "mommy time", backwards dinner (per request), special "daddy time" at Coldstone Creamery (yummmm), and a football-shaped birthday cake (bake by moi) complete with our slightly out of tune rendition of "Happy Birthday" (wink). The favorite gift of the evening was a Dallas Cowboys football uniform, complete with shoulder pads and helmet, from my parents...too cute!

Happy Birthday to Mommy's "Sweet Face"!

Happy Belated Sweetest Day!

Happy Belated Sweetest Day to All! I hope you all had a wonderful day yesterday. I was blessed to have a very full Sweetest Day. It went something like this...

First, the we celebrated by having a Breakfast of Favorites...each family member helped make a favorite breakfast food for someone else. My 4 year old had pancakes and eggs with cheese, my soon-to-be 3 year old had strawberry streudel, the baby had blueberry waffles (no syrup) and pears, hubby had an egg and bacon sandwich, and mommy was treated to yummy cinnamon rolls! Delicious!!

Then, it was time to clean up and head out for an outdoor family outing...always a big hit! After a bite of lunch, it was time to shut the house down for a much needed rest. Mommy and Daddy even got to take a nap together (a much coveted treat in our house!).

After naptime, I had a chance to visit my new friend Tammy at the grand opening of her product launch in a local retail store. Tammy is the very talented artisan behind the new goodies featured in the Bullfrogs & Butterflies Spa Sweet Shoppe. And let me tell you, she is as sweet in person as her yummy little bath treats! Once back at home I found a warm bath waiting for me (compliments of my dear hubby!)...the perfect opportunity to try out one of Tammy's delicious tub taffies in a festive fall scent.

It was a YUMMY ending to a perfect Sweetest Day!

More Goodies for Mom!

We received so much positive feedback regarding our last giveaway, that we've decided to offer another fabulous opportunity to win! This time, we're teaming up with our friends over at Goodies for Mom to offer Bullfrogs & Butterflies popular Peppermint Washcloth Candies 6 Pack to one lucky winner!

What could be sweeter than receiving these delicious looking treats? And did we mention how incredibly functional they are too? Chock full washcloths and socks, they not only look great, they're full of 2 necessities that every parent needs! Start your Holiday Shopping off right by winning this yummy gift for that special parent in your life!

And The Winner Is...

Congratulations to Jason J.! Jason is the lucky winner of our Peppermint Washcloth Candy Giveaway over at Popular Baby Products. We had a fabulous response to this giveaway and thank everyone for participating. Keep watching for another yummy giveaway from Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique!

Babysparewear Giveaway

What's the number one thing every well-prepared mommy keeps in her diaper bag? Diapers and wipes, of course! What's the one thing that is most often needed but most often forgotten? A spare change of clothes! Often in my haste to make sure I have the necessities plus a few distractions to help in a pinch (toys, treats, a book...), I've found myself leaving out this crucial element...and wouldn't you know it, those are the times I find myself at the other end of a particularly runny mess that found its way right into my muchkin's freshly cleaned outfit!

That's where babysparewear comes in...their "emergency" travel kits are fabulous! Packaged in their own waterproof pouch, these kits some with a pair of pants and your choice of 2 infant coordinating onsies or a coordinating toddler shirt.

Babysparewear also makes a super-cute line of environmentally friendly clothing called ecochic, which I love! My fav is this "peace" set...too cute!

Babysparewear is another wonderful site founded by moms who found a special need in the marketplace (and we all know that moms come up with the BEST ideas!). Stop by Katydid & Kid now for your chance to win a $25 gift certificate to this fabulous children's store as well as a 10% off coupon code!

Join the Passionately Pink Team!

Our friends at Mommy's Idea are sponsoring a fabulous giveaway to raise awareness for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Stop by now for your chance to participate and enter to win a stylish tote at the same time!

Another Yummy Giveaway!

We're helping one lucky winner start her Holiday Shopping off right this year by offering another yummy giveaway. We're teaming up with our friends over at Popular Baby Products to treat someone to a 6-pack of our delicious Peppermint Washcloth Candies! Click HERE to enter...good luck!!

A Moment to Relax...

For the first time in a long time I had the opportunity to enjoy a luxurious bath without any interruptions from my 3 adorable munchkins...it was delightful! It's easy to get caught up in the many tasks of each day and forget to take time to breathe. It was wonderful to steal away for a few minutes of "me time" and treat my senses to an aromatic soak!!

New Site Design

Be sure to stop by Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique to check out our new site design in progress! I've been working on it since early August (stumbling my way through Photoshop as I learn new techniques)...there's still work to be done, but I'm happy with how it's coming along. Next to undergo a makeover...the blog!

Autumn

It's a beautiful Autumn day here today and I just had to share! The leaves are just starting to turn vibrant shades of auburn, orange, and gold and there's a pleasant breeze in the air. The temp outside is a refreshing 67 degrees and I can practically taste the freshly pressed apple cider I'm plannig to buy later this afternoon...I LOVE Autumn!

How Time Flies

It's so hard to believe that my 3rd little munchkin is going to turn 1 year old tomorrow!! It seems like just yesterday we brought him home from the hospital to a world of chaos...

My husband had been transferred during the pregnancy, but we decided that my 2 older children and I would stay behind until our precious Micah was born. It was important to both of us that I continue with my OB through the pregnancy, rather than scurrying to find a new one mid term. So my husband made the grouling 2 1/2 hour commute each Monday and Friday, so that he could see us each weekend.

Unfortunately, timing was not in our favor when it came time for the birth. Little Micah was born September 25, 2007 and our movers arrived on September 27th...just 2 days later! We made the drive to Ohio and bunked down with my grandparents for 3 days until our new house was ready. In his 1st short week of life, Micah slept in 4 different locations (hospital, old house, grandparents house, new house) and essentially moved 3 times! Ironically enough, at this phase of his little life, he is the most laid back, go-with-the-flow, happy baby in the world!!

HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY TO MY LITTLE MICAH-MOO!!

Introducing...

Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique is pleased to introduce some exciting new treats in our Spa Sweet Shoppe! Stop by to check out the "fresh baked" Cookeez, cool and creamy ice cream Sandwichz, and yummy Tub Taffy. Crafted by local artisan, Tammy Brodbeck, these zero-calorie delights are good for your skin and your waistline! Come indulge today!!

15 Sites for Promoting Your Local Business

By Kristin Edelhauser February 15, 2007

Want to get your name out to locals and visitors alike? Take advantage of these online marketing sites and watch your business grow.
The advertising of the future is going online--and going local. This hot trend is growing rapidly and shows no signs of letting up. In fact, according to a report by Borrell Associates, local online advertising is expected to grow by 31 percent this year, hitting $7.7 billion. The report also predicts local paid search will skyrocket by 86 percent this year, up to $1.8 billion. Local e-mail marketing will experience growth of about 54 percent, reaching $233 million.
There's no question that consumers are using the internet to navigate their way to local brick-and-mortar retailers. A recent study by ROI Research Inc. and Performics shows that online searches influence 20 to 30 percent of purchases made at retail locations--and that number is only increasing. More and more sites, like Local.com, are making their presence known by competing against major search engines like Google and Yahoo!. So study up, plan your budget and get in on the online advertising game.
1. Website: Google AdWordsHow It Will Help You: AdWords helps you target local online customers by setting your pay-per-click ads to appear only when people search a particular city, state or region. There's no minimum spending requirement--your daily budget is up to you.
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2. Website: Yahoo! Local ListingsHow It Will Help You: Local Listings will promote your business to customers looking for information in Yahoo! Local. Choose from three different plans (one is free) to meet your company's needs.
3. Website: CitySearchHow It Will Help You: CitySearch offers online advertising tools to easily open your account, manage your daily results and receive ad placement on MSN, Yahoo!, Google and Ask.com. Similar to the idea of pay-per-click advertising, CitySearch offers two paid plans, "Web Connect" and "Call Connect."
4. Website: Ask.com's AskCityHow It Will Help You: Ask.com recently launched AskCity, a new local search application that's a one-stop destination for making plans. In one screen, consumers can map a route, make dinner reservations, purchase movie tickets and e-mail plans to others. Pricing for advertising on Ask.com varies.
5. Website: AOL's CityGuideHow It Will Help You: AOL's CityGuide specializes in providing local entertainment information to AOL service members. Advertising with AOL allows marketers to target consumers specifically by lifestyle and market.
6. Website: CraigslistHow It Will Help You: Craigslist gets an estimated 10 million unique visitors per day. With an online classified ad format organized by region or city, Craigslist connects buyers and sellers in more than 300 communities; for the most part, posting on the site is free.
7. Website: MerchantCircle.comHow It Will Help You: This free site offers a local business listing service that allows you to better manage your online reputation and become more visible in search engine results.
8. Website: DotsterHow It Will Help You: Dotster is a web domain registration and hosting company offering a local web advertising package called "Local Site Promotion." You set your monthly budget and Dotster will make your ad visible on all the major search engines.
9. Website: Local.comHow It Will Help You: Advertising on Local.com will give you access to their 10 million-plus monthly customers. Choose from a free basic listing or pay-per-click options.
10. Website: Froogle LocalHow It Will Help You: Google's shopping search engine allows users to search for specific products by location. It's a great way for users to find retail stores regardless of whether you use e-commerce.
11. Website:ReachLocalHow It Will Help You: This site provides a central location for businesses to set-up, maintain and track local search advertising campaigns. Pricing varies.
12. Website: RegisterLocalHow It Will Help You: RegisterLocal is a service, costing $199.95 per year, that allows you to create a master profile they submit to search engines and directories on your behalf.
13. Website: TrueLocalHow It Will Help You: This local search engine features full-text searching and offers advertising opportunities for businesses. Currently indexing more than 13 million local businesses, TrueLocal starts at just $1 per month.
14. Website: YellowPages.comHow It Will Help You: YellowPages.com is a large online local directory site featuring city guides and advertising solutions. Basic listings are free.
15. Website: Web.com's MyEzClicks programHow It Will Help You: MyEzClicks lists your business on more than 30 major search engines, including Google, Yahoo! and MSN for a monthly fee.

I found this on Entrepreneur.com It's a very informative site filled with lots of business tips for FREE. Enjoy!

And the Winner Is.....

Congratulations to Meredith U from NY, NY! Meredith is the lucky winner of the Bullfrogs & Butterflies Classic Layette Milkshake 2-Pack giveaway hosted by Little Window Shoppe. She has selected the infant version of our Classic Blueberry Milkshake as her prize.

We're sure she'll enjoy this yummy treat, whether she chooses to keep it for herself or

give it as a gift!

Be sure to check out our friends at Popular Baby Products on October 3rd for another fabulous giveaway from Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique!

Yummy Giveaway!

Bullfrogs & Butterflies Classic Layette Milkshake

Looking for a great giveaway that's as yummy as it is functional? Stop by and visit our friends at Little Window Shoppe. We're teaming up with this fabulous site to give away one of our Classic Layette Milkshake 2-Packs. The winner will receive 2 of these delicious milkshakes, complete with 2 Pampers Swaddlers, 2 cotton burp cloths, 2 baby washcloths, 2 cotton onsies (0-3m), and 1 pair of socks (0-6m).

Come indulge in one of these refreshing treats today!

Gearing Up for the Holidays

It's hard to believe that September is here already! With it brings thoughts of Fall...cooler Autumn days, changing leaves, crisp apples, cider and doughnuts, bonfires, and hayrides (can you tell which is my favorite season?!).

The Holidays are right around the corner and what better way to start your Holiday Shopping than with a uniquely clever gift from Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique? We're giving a few of our favorites a Holiday Makeover! Come sample our delicious Peppermint Washcloth Candies, Cinnamon Spice Floats, Spiced Pumpkin Floats, and Peppermint Milkshakes. We've also designed a beautiful Cornucopia Layette Bouquet with earthy foliage and loads of baby necessities!

Give something your friends and family are sure to remember for years to come...a delightfully sweet gift from Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique!

Are Your Child Safety Measures Up to Par?

No one likes to think of the unthinkable happening to their little prince or princess...but in the case of an emergency, do you have your child's pertinent information in a readily accessible place? When was the last time you updated your child's safety information?

Why is child ID and child safety so important? The FBI receives over 2000 missing children reports every day. A child in the United States becomes missing every 40 seconds. Statistics from the US justice department and the world Almanac puts the chance of any child becoming missing at 1 in 42.

According to law enforcement throughout the United States, a parent’s best assurance for the quick and safe recovery of a missing child is to have a complete profile of the child on hand. The first hours after a child becomes missing is the most critical time for recovery. However it is also the time when the parents are in a panic mode and can not remember a detailed description of their child.
This is where Guard-A-KidTM comes into play. By providing a total and complete child ID and child safety package, Guard-A-KidTM is able to provide you with the peace of mind to focus your energy on other things. I personally love the Smart ID sticks! This high capacity USB flash memory stick can store all of your family's safety information in one convenient location and you can update your information as frequently as you desire without having to re-purchase!

Stop by and visit Michelle Johnson and Sheila Mortensen today. They are untraditional moms with traditional values and a genuine desire to provide you with top of the line safety products for your precious loved ones!

Mommies United Back To School Giveaway

I'm telling all my mommy friends about a fabulous giveaway by Mommies United in honor of "Back To School"! Enter now to win an impressive basket filled with the following: VTech VMotion TV Learning System, Kraft Bagel-fuls Coupon, Starbucks Coupon for their new Vivanno beverage, Burger King Crown Card and Kids Meal Crayola Back to School Toy, and Brothers All-Natural Fruit Crisps and Potato Chips. Now that's a giveaway worth talking about!

Mommies United is an inventive site full of fabulous reviews, giveaways, and fun activities. It's maintained by 6 wonderfully unique women and is a great resource for mommies of all walks of life! Stop by and check them out today!!

An Official "Popular Baby Product"!

Check out the latest buzz about Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique!

Blogging for Blood Cancer - A Week of Raising Awareness

The Blogging for Blood Cancer Event has come to an end, but that doesn't mean that the quest for increased knowledge and the job of raising awareness are at an end. Thank you to all of our readers for making this event a HUGE success. I hope that you will continue to visit Friends of Heroes and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for important updates and advancements in the areas of diagnosis and treatment.

For more information about joining your Local Friends Of Heroes Light the night team, please visit www.lightthenight.org and search by your zip code. Then, click "join a team" and click "Friends of Heroes".

Look Who Has Our Products!

Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban received a Bullfrogs & Butterflies Baby Boutique Custom Layette Bouquet Gift Box. Please click the on their names to view the entire press release.
Photo courtesy of www.celebritychitt.com.