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3Ps in a Pod is a blog written and edited by me, Alyson LaBarge. The primary purposes of my blog are:

Promote items and ideas that make Mom’s lives easier.
Support Humanitarian projects including adoption.
Advocate good health practices and education.

Everything I …

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What is B2B?
Well, to the Blogger, it offers some of the greatest paid writing opportunities that are out there before they are gone.  (read more / sign up)
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So who put this all together?  Some very cool people….no seriously, v*e*r*y cool…..
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So how do I know Holly, Jay, and Shauna ??
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Due to some late additions and to give you all extra time to get in on the fun, we have extended the closing date for Because It’s Christmas Kids and Charity Giveaway 2!  You now have until this Friday at Noon CST…BUT NO LATER so get in on the fun and watch for the latest additions later today!!

According to an NHTSA study, 3 out of 4 kids are not as secure in the car as they should be because their car seats are not being used correctly. The LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) was developed to make it easier to correctly install car seats.
If you have not heard about the LATCH system, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Ad Council want to make sure that you know where you can get the information you need to keep your kiddos safe on the …

Well, at least we have their answer now.  If you haven’t yet, go ahead and read it then tell me what you think in the comments.  I am curious.

For Release: 10/05/2009
FTC Publishes Final Guides Governing Endorsements, Testimonials
Changes Affect Testimonial Advertisements, Bloggers, Celebrity Endorsements
The Federal Trade Commission today announced that it has approved final revisions to the guidance it gives to advertisers on how to keep their endorsement and testimonial ads in line with the FTC Act.
The notice incorporates several changes to the FTC’s Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and …

P1 recently had her birthday and almost the only thing she wanted was a Nintendo DS, preferably in pink.  Since she was SO sure she was going to get one, I could not help making her guess a little when it came to  the package it came in.  She started by unwrapping this box of Quaker Oatmeal…something that has never passed her lips.
She was an incredibly good sport about it…never once getting frustrated or angry.  She just kept on opening…
And opening….
and opening until she finally arrived at this cool little …

Here is the belated announcement of our Giveaway Winner…

CONGRATULATIONS TO Cher who said:

I commented on “Why I Know God Has a Good Sense of Humor” !
Thank you everyone who participated and for your patience!

Well, I have had enough ‘fun’ and I think it is time for me to mosey along off of Entrecard.  See, it just is not fun anymore since the invasion of Paid Ads and I really do not want to stay if it is not fun.  It kinda makes me sad too because I have found several …

I am actually going o BlogHer ‘09!!!  Ticket is bought and sponsors are starting to be arranged.  Woohoo!!  But some bloggers may not be so lucky.  Thankfully there are some really cool people out there who are trying to help out.

Seventh Generation, the eco-friendly product company is offering a scholarship to BlogHer or $1000!

You may have read that Momdot is trying to help raise money to help 2 deserving bloggers get to Blogher this year.
Here is the info from the post on Momdot calling for donations:
TOTAL: $130 Pledged so far
Trying …

I really would! See, I plan to go there and make a HUGE Splash so my bags are packed… well, mentally at least. I so look forward to the chance to meet in real life(it’s the theme, after all) all the wonderful people I have met online, reconnect with people I was lucky enough to meet at BlissDom, and network, learn and soak up every bit of knowledge that I can. Since there will be 1200 or more top bloggers there, I know I should be among …

Hey gang…in an effort to better serve you and bring you the things you want to read, I have a short survey going and need your help.  Please take a minute or two and help me get to know you a little better!
Click Here to take survey
Thanks a zillion~!~

That’s right, the Book Giveaway Carnival is rocking the Blogsphere again this week!  Just think – 100’s and 100’s of books, yours for the entering!
I have seen some really great ones -
Brimful Curiosities (Scholastic 39 Clues Prize Pack)
$20 Amazon gift certificate so you can choose your own
Karito Kids Adventure book and doll of choice (US only)
Chick Lit 3pk (1 winner, US & Canada)
Shanghai Girls(1 ARC)
Throw Away 50 Things (US and Canada)
Baby Lists
~ and those are just a few!  So head over now, later, and any …

Well, our giveaway of a $100 gift basket of MILKSHAKE goodies is wrapping up today but our MILKSHAKE news and fun is far from over!
TONIGHT at 8pm CST we are hosting a LIVE GIVEAWAY of MILKSHAKE’s PLAY! CD and Screen Play DVD  set (+$29 value!).  Now, if you have never taken part in a Live Giveaway, they are really easy and so much fun.  Basically you leave comments on the designated post as do others and you all try to reach the magic comment number that I will designate …

Remember the Book Carnival we held last Fall?  Well, the fabulous Tracey from Bookroom Reviews is rounding us all up for another one.  Here is some scoop -
Well, the time is coming up for our fun festival of free books! The Book Giveaway Carnival is March 2-8. What I need from all of you is to help start promoting it. Please post about it coming up on your blogs, book message boards, or any other places you see fit. I am hoping we can get more people …

As you can see, we are still unpacking some boxes and moving the furniture around but we LOVE our new home and are so happy you came by!!
With any new home, one should have a homewarming so a little party we are gonna have today and throughout this week!  Watch as I unfold new reviews and giveaways, not to mention several LIVE contests today!!  So tell your friends and keep checking in throughout the day….
Please take note of our new button and be sure to grab it (look on the …

I want to go to Blogher ‘09.
Really, really.
I want to be able to post this banner on my sidebar:

But I can’t afford it.
We are still paying off adoption costs.
I get to go to BlissDom but only because my Mom is awesome and gave it to me for Christmas.  And it’s not Blogher.
As for Blogher,  I’m beginning to see some bloggers getting sponsors to pay their entire way there and so I must admit that I’m starting to feel a wee bit left out.
Just a little.
I am afraid I might have …

That’s right, you are all winners. Sadly though, there are only so many prizes. I apologize for the delay in posting some of these (bad blogger, bad blogger!) and will strive to do better from now on! So let’s get to it!
Vaseline Intensive Rescue Clinical Therapy
Grand Winner: Sue DWinner #2: StaciWinner #3: RebeccaWinner #4: Misty
Healthy Kitchenware Lunch Kit
Winner: cdziuba
Skin MD Natural Shielding Lotion + SPF 15
Winner: windycindy
$20 Fandango Movie Gift Certificate
Winner: Bebemiqui

CONGRATULATIONS ONE AND ALL!!!!

To claim your prize, simply email …

3Ps in a Pod is Moving!!

That’s right. As of February 2nd, all of the fun, family, reviews, giveaways, and more that you have seen here will move to our new and improved 3Ps in a Pod!!!
And you will want to visit us on that day, FEBRUARY 2nd, for some special giveaways, entry options, and LIVE GIVEAWAYS! So mark you calendars now for the Grand Re-Opening of 3Ps in a Pod on Monday February 2nd!!

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That’s right, today is the day…they all close at Noon CST!
$20 Fandango Movie Gift Certificate ends 1/20
SkinMD Shielding Lotion +SPF 15 ends 1/20
Healthy Kitchenware Lunch Kit ends 1/20
Don’t miss out!!

Giveaways+Reminders

That’s right folks, they are coming up NEXT WEEK, beginning Monday, January 26th at 8am. If you have played before, you know how fun they can be – but check the Carnival Guidelines because she has made a few adjustments. If you have not had the chance to join in before, well, you are in for a treat!
Envision this: Over a 1000 different prizes up for grabs, just because! And can you win? Absolutely!! You can go over the Carnival Guidelines …

…as we build a better tomorrow….TODAY!Yes, big changes coming for the New Year. I just cannot wait to show y’all!

That’s right folks…BIG CHANGES AHEAD!!
Hopefully ALL for the BETTER!!
Effective 1/1/2009, all of the great things you have found here on 3 P’s Mama Says… will be moving and becoming part of 3 P’s in a Pod! That means you will get Twice as Many Reviews, Twice as Many Giveaways and MORE and it will ALL BE in ONE PLACE!! Plus you will still find my Weekly Roundups plus Wordless Wednesday, Aloha Fridays, and some other yet-to-be unveiled activities!
So please bear with me throughout the rest of December as I …

You may have seen some of these blog headers before. Did you know they were made by my cool designer friend Shauna? MMhmm, all of them…

Oh and this…

And of course, you have seen this…:D

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Well, if you like these designs (and more HERE), then let me tell you what you can do that would really be awesome. See, she is in a “contest” of sorts and this would be a FANTASTIC opportunity for Shauna’s …

Hard to believe but our BIG Because It’s Christmas Kids & Charity GIVEAWAY is coming to a close TODAY. Originally we planned to close the entries at Noon CST but in an effort to allow for everyone’s busy, busy schedules this weekend, we have extended the deadline until 7pm CST this evening.
As a BONUS for spreading the word about the time extension, you AND the person you refer can each have 5 additional entries when they enter TODAY saying YOU referred them! Please be sure you …

This marks the next unwrapping of the Because It’s Christmas gifts and the first from Group 5 here on 3 P’s Mama Says….
We told you in our posts about the Fantasy Blocks sent by Petit Baby and the Casalino Fabric Blocks that HABA was at the top of our list as a quality and imaginative producer of toys. They have been a super generous sponsor by also providing the Sleepy Princess and the Pea Game.

You may recall that HABA is a European manufacturer of soft and wooden educational …

Ahh sleep… It’s a wonderful thing. Well, those cool chicks, Julie and Kristen over at The Parent Bloggers Network let me know about an upcoming event that you don’t want to miss!

When we said that first hello to our brand new babies, many of us also said our last goodbye to a good night’s sleep. Whoever coined the phrase “sleep like a baby” obviously never had one. Unfortunately, many kids struggle with sleep challenges off and on through the toddler years and …

Yes indeedy, it is time again for my top EntreCard droppers, this time for October. HUGE thanks go out to:
Tara’s View of the World
3 Kids and Us
3 Ps in a Pod
The $200 mission….
Work at Home Mom Revolution
Havoc & Mayhem
Get a Grip, Mom!
Cutie Booty Cakes
JA Blog Graphics
Kateedyd What?!
Stop by and check them out if you get a chance because these are some of the best blogs around! You’re gonna love them – promise!!

Because It’s Christmas begins Nov. 10th on my blog, 3 P’s in a Pod and you won’t …

It’s that time again. Many, many thanks go out to my Top EntreCard droppers for October:
ParentingPink Blog
Everything Has A Reason
Tara’s View of the World
Sage and Savvy
It’s OK to be WEIRD!
3 P’s Mama Says…
JA Blog Graphics
What’s That Smell?
Havoc & Mayhem
Get a Grip, Mom!
I love each and every on of these blogs and visit them often! They have some great, crazy fun, stories and games going on all the time. Stop by and check them out!

Because It’s Christmas begins Nov. 10th on my Review and …

Happy November! This past week has been so much fun with the Bloggy Giveaways. Thank you to everyone who stopped by and entered my giveaways here for the Super Snacker setand over on 3 P’s in a Pod for the Hoohobbers’ rocker and the Ciao! Review and giveaway. If you have not entered yet, you still have until Noon TODAY!!I have a bunch of reviews and really fun giveaways this week alone because I want to be all ready for us to start Because It’s Christmas …

Hey all…small computer glitch. Should be back in business Friday with Winners, great pix from the last few days and updates on all sorts of things plus new & upcoming Giveaways!!

Be sure to check out my other blog, 3 P’s in a Pod…You just NEVER know What Might Happen There!!
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We are currently accepting sponsors for consideration for participation in this project. Please contact me at 3girlzmama@gmail.com or email kim@accidentalmommies.com for more information.

It’s that time of year again where the air turns crisp, ghouls and goblins run loose and we all anticipate turkey and the big fat man in the red suit who inevitably arrives SO much faster than we are ready for. The “holiday” season as it is referred to more and more, is a season for family and gift giving, but it is also a time …

It’s that time again. Many, many thanks go out to my Top EntreCard droppers for September:

Tara’s View of the World

Designing Hilary

Everything Has A Reason

ParentingPink Blog

She Lives

Mumsy

Halloween For Kids

Learning How To Make Money Online

Get a Grip, Mom!

Tara’s View on Books

Stop by and check them out if you get a chance because they have some really fun stuff going on!

Make sure you check out my great new Review and Giveaway Blog, 3 P’s Mama Says… where somethin’ is ALWAYS happening!
EntreCard+Droppers

I have mentioned previously how fabulous I find the offerings at Notes from my Nest to always be in such fabulous taste. Well, she has done it again – Enter to win this darling hand-crafted little girl’s cotton skirt with flower applique from Bella Blu Boutique! Visit Notes from my Nest to find out the details!

Be sure to check out my other blog, 3 P’s in a Pod!Bella+Blu

The 8th Annual NYC International Pickle Day:An Event that Can’t Be Contained

Hosted by the Lower East Side BID and the NY Food MuseumSunday, September 14th 2008, 11 am-4:30 pmOrchard Street Between Broome and Grand Sts.
RAIN OR SHINE

Co-hosted by the Lower East Side Business Improvement District and the NY Food Museum, The Eighth Annual NYC International Pickle Day is a free, fun street festival held on Orchard Street between Broome and Grand Sts. in the heart of the old Pickle District of the Lower East Side. On Sunday, September …

I have some awesome EC pals…what dedication!! Each one of them has a terrific blog so stop by and give them a visit sometime!

Sage and Savvy
30

Get a Grip, Mom!
25

Tara’s View of the World
23

Pinay Mommy Online
22

Everything Has A Reason
21

An Island Life
19

The Pond
19

A Second Cup
17

Meltwater. Torrents. Meanderings. Delta.
17

What’s That Smell?
16

Thanks everyone!! You ROCK!!

Make sure you check out my great new Review and Giveaway Blog, 3 P’s Mama Says… where somethin’ is ALWAYS happening!EC+Droppers

Well, my blog here has now been open and rollin’ for almost 2 months and I have had lots of fun and gotten to know so many more of you. In the process, I have been learning and getting moral support and I just want to repay it a little. One of the people who should receive this award, already has and in fact is who gave it to me – Kailani over at An Island Life so while I will not be gifting this award to her, …

Casey over at EntreBlast is rounding out the summer with an awesome Entrecredit Summer Credit Splash!
The contest prizes are just pure ECs. They have garnered a total of 36,000 ECs and they are up for grabs spread over just a few lucky winners. And I want some of those credits!! What can I do with said credits? Well, advertise this awesome blog and let more readers know how much fun we have here! I think it is a very worthy cause, don’t you?;)

The Prizes

There are 6 EC prizes …

Casey over at EntreBlast is rounding out the summer with an awesome Entrecredit Summer Credit Splash!
The contest prizes are just pure ECs. They have garnered a total of 36,000 ECs and they are up for grabs spread over just a few lucky winners. And I want some of those credits!! What can I do with said credits? Well, advertise this awesome blog and let more readers know how much fun we have here! I think it is a very worthy cause, don’t you?;)

The Prizes

There are …

Hohoho…so have you been naughty or nice? Will you be getting coal in your stockings? Are you saving Santa the trip?
Since Christmas will be here before we know it, I decided to participate in the Techno Christmas 2008 fun. The goal of this tag is to increase our Technorati authority, and of course our Page Rank. Isn’t it a cool gift for you this Christmas? This tag will end on December 25, 2008, so join now…
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You do not have to be tagged to play along. This game …

Check me out!
I guess I am now one of the cool kids…hehehe. Yes, that’s right, I have been accepted by the somewhat exclusive Alltop. A lot of the credit goes to you, my awesome and devoted readers so THANK YOU!!
For those of you unfamiliar with Alltop, they describe themselves as,
“We help you explore your passions by collecting stories about “all the topics” on the web. We’ve grouped these collections — “aggregations” — into individual Alltop sites based on topics such as environment, photography, science, Muslim, …

Sorry gang…short hiatus. Everything is okay just swamped and up against a deadline. Catch ya in a few days.