Dear Baby Doll Makers

A letter to the makers/creators of toys:

My boys want dolls.  But my boys want BOY dolls.  They want boy Crib Life dolls and on that note they also want boy Zoobles (although I still think they are way overpriced).  They want boy Squinkies (THANK YOU Squinkies, you're on the right track!!). 

At least my 3 year old boy wants boy versions.  I don't think my 18 month old cares just yet and seems happy playing with pink stuff, though we did pick up a baby dressed in blue just for him.  But all I hear ALL DAY LONG is, "Mommy, mommy, mommy I want a boy Crib Life" and, "Mommy, mommy, mommy I want a boy Zooble!". 

So here's a hint: some boys want boy versions of girl toys.  Think about it please.  And while you're at it, think about a pink nerf gun.  My daughter would totally appreciate it. 

Thank You Toys R Us!!

I shopped at Toys R Us a lot this season, for multiple birthdays and Christmas.  They had some of the greatest deals on things that we wanted ($127 for the Imaginarium Train Table after tax!!!) and I actually remembered that I had a reward card for them.  They had an awesome promotion going on- 10% back in rewards (select items were NOT included like diapers, formula, Leap Frog) with your FREE Rewards R Us card. 

What did this mean?  It meant that I got back $27 in rewards that I will be able to use for future in-store shopping (see below)!!!  This should come just in time for Henry's FIRST birthday!  Thank you for an awesome program Toys R Us :)  

    










Now there is some fine print.  For instance, their reward periods run for a certain time (so rewards DO expire) and you have to spend a minimum amount of money to start earning.  But the benefits are numerous.  You can earn points on in-store and online purchases, you can request retro credit if you forgot your card, it's totally free and you have the opportunity to score some free stuff!

Sign up here: http://rewardsrus.toysrus.com/

Barnes and Noble Children Book Sale + Free Shipping Offer

Barnes and Noble is having a mega-big sale on kids books.  I just bought 27 books for $27 (After taxes) with FREE shipping.  Retail, my order would have cost over $100! 
There are dozens of books on sale for $.99 (normally around $4 each).  Spend $25 and your order ships free!  I saved almost $30 in shipping fees!!  Add the code W9D3B7F to take 5% off each book (it's a $.05 discount per book). 

Shop through Ebates or Shop at Home to get extra cash back on your purchase (8-10% depending on which site you choose).  You must be a member of these sites to shop but membership is free and the benefits are numerous. 


Didn't we just spend a million dollars on Christmas?!  Birthdays are coming up in our family and the selection was perfect for us!      


WW Mama

Haute Look- Hurry! Hot Deals are Going Fast!

Today's Haute Look daily deals are HOT and they are going fast! 

Some awesome deals:
Urban Decay makeup for only $2 (regular prices between $14-35).  These are going SUPER fast.
$9.99 and up Soy Organic clothing from Baby Star.
Ending Soon: Moe's Home Collection- more than 50% off home decor and furniture including awesome (and only $13-15) retro and rosette cushions, set of 2 black and gold floral table lamps for only $38, a wine tree for $44 and a $1600 (TWO zeros) Crystal Superiore Candelabra for only $700 (I know, a little pricey but who knows- someone might have the cash for this gorgeous piece!).  Talk about steals! 

These deals only last about 2 days and then they are gone so grab them while you still can, and while they last!  Registering is free and you'll be the first to know about all the exciting events and discounts.

Sony Dash for only $130- Last Minute Gift Idea

Gilt Group has the Sony Dash for only $129.99.  This is a daily deal site which means it's a limited time sale.  The Sony Dash is available at this price only until 12/21 at 9AM so grab it while you can.  These retail for $199!!  This would be the perfect gift for a gadget lover and you can get it by Christmas! 


The Sony Dash Personal Internet Viewer is described as follows:
"Stop searching for up-to-the-minute news, weather, sports scores, and social network updates. With Dash, you can get them fed to you on one compact device—which wirelessly connects to your home network. This viewer streams playlists of personalized apps, as well as Internet radio, photos, and video, through a vivid 7-inch touch screen. Boasting built-in stereo speakers and a headphone jack, it can also re-orient for upright or flat viewing."


In Mommy-who-doesn't-have-a-clue terms it just looks really neat, I want one and...hey- it's a Sony and it's $60 off!! 

How does ordering at Gilt work?  Here are instructions from Gilt:

Steps to receive your Sony® Dash™:
1.Place your purchase on Gilt

2. An electronic voucher will be emailed to you within 24 hours of purchase with a redemption code

3. Follow the link to SonyStyle.com in the email voucher and place the Dash™ Personal Internet Viewer in your cart and checkout.

4. Upon checkout please use your redemption code under the eCoupons and Gift Cards module, and click the “APPLY eCOUPON” button and submit your order.
And your Sony Dash will be on its way!