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Jiffy Lube “Keeping My Ride Alive” and a $35 gift card giveaway

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Contest ends July 5th

You are a smart mom.. I just know it! Something that most smart moms do is save money and spend wisely.  One way to save money is to keep your ride alive for 150,000.. even 250,000 miles.  The best way to do that is to keep your car maintained.  Ok, so I haven’t kept a car older 60,000 miles in the 20 years I’ve been a car owner but believe you me.. I’ve learned my lesson and I’d love to try!

A 2010 Jiffy Lube International survey reveals drivers hope to keep vehicles longer and want help from maintenance providers to reach mileage goals.  My local Jiffy Lube guys (and gals!) know that I want them to check EVERYTHING when I come in.  No kidding.  I am a believer in maximizing my time and when I’m waiting in the car shop’s waiting room I want to know that everything possible is getting checked on my car to ensure that it is safe and running efficiently and smoothly.  I feel confident that when I leave Jiffy Lube, my car is in tip top condition and I appreciate the service managers communicate very well with me when/if there is an issue.

Did you know that the Jiffy Lube Signature Service® Oil Change, one that my Nissan Quest has gotten for its last 3 oil changes, is more than just an oil change?   It is a preventive maintenance program that includes changing, inspecting, checking/filling and cleaning key vehicle parts and fluids, offering drivers a quick and convenient way to maintain their vehicle’s value and longevity.  What is absolutely fabulous is that my car is in and out of Jiffy Lube in 30 minutes or less. Really.  I’m not just saying that. My husband took my car to Jiffy Lube just two weeks ago, before my trip to Florida, and I was surprised when he called me barely 1/2 hour after he left the house to tell me the car was done.  Way to go Jiffy Lube!

Here are some interesting facts:

  • While 99% of drivers agree getting their oil changed regularly will help prolong its life, most are looking for additional services during their oil change visits to help keep their ride alive
  • More than half of U.S. drivers hope to hit more than 150,000 miles on their vehicle before replacing it.
  • Nine in 10 people agree having other key vehicle parts and fluids checked during their regular oil change is the most convenient way for them to maintain their vehicle’s value and longevity
  • More than half of U.S. drivers (59%) agree it is important to have their oil change finished in 30 minutes or less

Here are a few things you can do to help keep your ride alive:

  • Join other drivers in celebrating high mileage accomplishments and share your story by uploading an image of yourself/your vehicle and information in the appropriate mileage category on the “Share Your Story” tab at www.Facebook.com/KeepingMyRideAlive.  My ‘big red car’ as Madelyn calls it is young at a mere 46,000 miles.  My story may be live on the Keeping My Ride Alive Facebook page now.. not sure how long it takes to go up after you submit.
  • Watch the video below profiling a driver who has been able to keep his vehicle for 17+ years and has clocked over 400,000 miles; includes vehicle maintenance statistics and tips.

GIVEAWAY!

Jiffy Lube is giving two lucky readers a $35 Jiffy Lube Gift Card! The gift card can be redeemed towards the popular Jiffy Lube Signature Service® Oil Change or other services offered at more than 2,000 Jiffy Lube service centers throughout the country.

How to enter:

MANDATORY: ‘Like’ the “Keeping My Ride Alive” Facebook page then come back here and tell us in the comments below us what milage category you fit into so we can see your story.  Don’t be shy!
Entries accepted through July 5th, 2010.  Two winners will be chosen at random.
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Joining the Facebook page and leaving a comment is mandatory but here are 3 more ways to earn entries.

  • – Follow us on Twitter (@mommyinsider)
  • – Subscribe to our email newsletterand/or our RSS feed with the email address you comment with
  • – Put our button on your blog. The button is in the right column.. over there >>Let me know you put our button on your blog (give us the URL) in your entry comment.

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Disclosure:  I did not receive financial compensation for this feature.  The Jiffy Lube gift cards, as well as some of the information provided in this post (stats) was provided to The Mommy Insider by Jiffy Lube.

Traveling with kids soon? Enter to win a $100 gift certificate to use at Travel BaBees!

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Contest ends July 10th, 2010

Travel BaBees is giving 3 lucky readers a $100 gift certificate to be used on rentals and delivery fees for Travel BaBees in Atlanta.

There is nothing more stressful during travel than lugging baby equipment along with everything else you must take simply to leave your home. Travel BaBees, a baby equipment rental service, delivers the comforts of home straight to your destination.
We offer a wide variety of popular name brand such as the following:
  • Cribs
  • Pack N Plays
  • Car Seats
  • Strollers
  • High Chairs
  • Toys
  • And much more
Travel BaBees will deliver and set up all of the items to your destination and pick the items up upon your departure or your guests departure. Travel BaBees takes safety seriously and is fully insured specifically for baby equipment rentals.  Each piece of equipment, whether it is a car seat or a bouncy chair, is sanitized and inspected prior to rental.   Don’t let the stress of travel slow you and your family down.

Visit the Travel BaBees website to see their selection of items you can rent or visit the website for the Atlanta division of Travel BaBees here

How to enter:

  1. Mandatory – Fill out the form below
  2. 1 extra entry – Leave a comment telling us what your favorite travel destination is
  3. 1 extra entry – Follow Atlanta Moms (atlmoms) on Twitter
  4. 1 extra entry – Follow The Mommy Insider (mommyinsider) on Twitter
  5. 1 extra entry – Follow Travel BaBees (travelbabees) on Twitter

Official entry rules & information

– You must be 18 year of age or older to enter
– The $100 gift certificate is valid only at the Travel BaBees Atlanta website (for Atlanta area deliveries)
– Your contact information will be given to Travel BaBees for purposes related to this giveaway only
– Gift certificate can not be used on retail items (diapers, wipes, swimmers, etc.)
– Your email address may be added to AtlantaMoms.com and TheMommyInsider.com email newsletter list (unsubscribe anytime)
– 3 winners will be chosen at random
– Entries accepted through July 10th, 2010
– One entry per household

PicPocket Books – children’s books for the iPhone + a GIVEAWAY

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PicPocket Books for the iphone

Now kids can enjoy their favorite books from your iPhone!  Forget the playstations, game consoles and DVDs, our mobile picture books will entertain and educate your child in the car, plane, train and more.

It’s almost a nightly ritual that after reading books, Madelyn gets my iPhone and read/watch two of Madelyn’s favorite PicPocket books; Eric And The Enchanted Leaf: The First Adventure by Deborah K. Frontiera and BlueBeary by Kathleen McMillan.

Madelyn with PicPocket Books app on my iPhone

PicPocket Books show both the words and the images from the book on your phone and readers can choose to read a PicPocket book to Madelyn or to have the narrator read it.   And coming soon, friends and family can read and record the story in their own voices!  Madelyn can touch the screen to turn the page or I can set the app to turn the pages automatically which I do when I’m hoping Madelyn will sit and watch the book by herself for a few minutes.  The story can be paused anytime as well.

Madelyn is showing interest in learning to read and PicPocket books are great for that because the words are highlighted as they are read.  The graphics are incredibly sharp and high quality, it’s just like reading a book but with a shiny screen.

PicPocket Books specializes in adapting and creating children’s books for the iPhone and iPod and that is noticeable in the quality of their apps.  They don’t develop other types of apps which I think would diminish the quality of their book apps.  Great job PicPocket Books!

Follow PicPocket Books on Twitter

PicPocket Books Facebook page

PicPocket Books website

PicPocket books range in price from .99 to $3.99 per book.  You won’t be disappointed!

PicPocket books Eric and the Enchanted Leaf iphone book

PicPocket Books GIVEAWAY!

One lucky reader will win 4 PicPocket Book titles, for the iphone/ipod, of their choice from and 2 Kids Math Fun iphone/ipod apps!

How to enter to win:

  • Mandatory – Fill out the form below.
  • Optional for an extra entry – After you fill out the entry form, leave a comment telling us what your favorite PicPocket Book app is and why you want to win.
  • Entires accepted through July 3rd

VTech MobiGo review and giveaway

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This contest has ended. Congratulation to the winner Amy P.!

Madelyn playing with her VTech MobiGo

VTech’s done it again with another great product that kids love to play with and learn from. Way to go VTech!

VTech MobiGo

Madelyn got a VTech MobiGo a few days ago and as you can see in the photographs, she loves it and takes it with her everywhere. My 10 year old went to camp about 35 minutes away and the MobiGo was great to have in the car. I actually got to listen to grown-up music while she played with her MobiGo! What was really great is that Madelyn, 4 years old, didn’t get frustrated with any of the games or have to ask me for help.
I’ve reviewed a lof of electronic toys for kids over the last 8 years and MobiGo is one of the easiest for young kids to pick up on right away and keeps preschoolers and grade schoolers interest very well.

Madelyn loves the squirrel game during which she has to draw/trace horizontal, vertical, and diagonal lines that magically turn into bridges, swinging ropes, wheels, elevators, and more that help get the squirrel get back home.
The MobiGo keeps Madelyn’s attention very well. Not that I want my kids to be staring at a game system for hours but what’s important to me is that the game be entertaining enough (and educational.. of course!) to keep their attention and MobiGo’s Touch through completion.
The MobiGo is a comfortable size for preschoolers to hold and the smooth grips on the sides make it so that the MobiGo shouldn’t slip out of her hands.

VTech MobiGo details:

  • Touch-screen: Applying touch control that includes tap, flick, pat and drag & drop, kids learn with fun on the same technology as parents do with their touch-screen devices.
  • Educational games: From coloring, drawing and playing instruments, kids can discover a wide variety of fun and engaging learning games. MobiGo teaches a wide range of skills including math, vocabulary, spelling, logic and categorization. The slide open QWERTY keyboard introduces and facilitates typing skills.
  • Downloadable Content: Additional games and content will be available for download so kids can customize their MobiGo with the latest innovative games and continue the learning and fun for years to come. This feature hasn’t officially launched yet but I can’t wait to see what’s available!
  • Portable: Handheld robust gaming console makes learning fun on the go for little hands and is equipped with headphone and AC adapter jacks.. headphones must be purchased separately.

MobiGo Game Cartridges

11 licensed title game cartridges will be available for purchase for approximatly $19.99 with more being added in the near future.
Titles include:
Ben 10, Disney/Pixar’s Cars, Disney Fairies, Disney Princesses, Dora the Explorer, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Mr. Men & Little Miss, NASCAR, Shrek, Super Hero Squad, and Disney/Pixar’s Toy Story 3.

VTech MobiGo key facts

  • MobiGo Touch Learning System will be available nationwide in August at key retailers and online at Amazon.com and www.vtechkids.com.
  • Suggested retail price: $59.99
  • MobiGo Touch Learning System is recommended for ages 3 to 8 years
  • The slide-out QWERTY keyboard familiarizes children with typing skills.. you know your kids are going to be texting when they’re 6 or so. 😉
  • For more information on VTech’s additional product lines, visit www.vtechkids.com, www.facebook.com/VTechToys on Facebook or follow @VTechToys on Twitter.

A short video demo

Watch this short video of Madelyn playing with her VTech MobiGo. You can see how easy it is for Madelyn (4 years old) to use the touchscreen in this video and how great the graphics are.
(sorry about the shaky video and that I don’t sound very enthusiastic.. I wasn’t feeling so great when I shot the video)

VTech MobiGo Giveaway

We are giving a lucky reader a VTech MobiGo Touch Learning system!
Entries accepted through June 21, 2010.
The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond. Open to US residents 18+ only. Your email and contact information may be shared with Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide for shipping purposes only.

Mandatory entry: To enter to win our VTech MobiGo giveaway sweepstakes, fill out the form below.

Extra entries:
Do as many as you’d like for up to 10 entries!
– Leave a comment below telling us why you want to win. (2 extra entries)
– Follow @mommyinsider on Twitter and tweet about this giveaway. (2 extra entries)
– Follow @VTechToys on Twitter (2 extra entries)
– Follow VTech Kids on Facebook and tell them you entered to win a MobiGo from The Mommy Insider (3 extra entries)

This giveaway ended June 21st, 2010.

HTC Droid ERIS Review

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HTC Droid ERIS

The DROID ERIS by HTC understands what moms need.  Moms and teens can make this phone their own, personalizing almost everything about it from custom scenes to apps, and more.

With the Droid ERIS, Moms have 24/7 access to friends, family, and teachers, using ERIS’ Facebook® friends, Google Talk™, and Flickr® apps and you will never miss a Tweet again, with HTC Peep™.  Moms can keep up with conversations they’ve had with a particular friend via that friend’s contact card in Contacts.  No more searching your email, text messages, or Facebook.. you can just go to that person’s contact card and see all of your conversations right there in one place.  – A great feature for busy moms!

HTC Droid ERIS features:

  • Choose from thousands of apps on the Android Market™.
  • Know the time and weather, no matter where you travel. When your plane lands, your phone updates automatically.
  • Seven page home screen provides ample space to place the information that means the most to you at your fingertips
  • Wi-Fi & 3G compatible
  • USB Syncing cable  included
  • 5.0 Megapixel Camera with Autofocus
  • 3.2” Display
  • Full HTML Browser w/ Wi-Fi
  • Removable Micro SD Memory – up to 16GB
  • Bluetooth v2.0 compatible
  • Operating on Android 1.5 with HTC’s breakthrough new User Interface, SenseTM

Currently available to Verizon Wireless customers, the DROID ERIS is an affordable smartphone for busy moms and dads that need to stay in touch.

The HTC Droid ERIS is a great smartphone for beginner smartphone users.  My mother who is with Verizon, has the HTC Droid ERIS loves it.  She transitioned from a Palm to the ERIS and is very happy.  She appreciates the touch screen, multiple home screens,  the camera quality, easy calling features, email, and has actually downloaded a few game apps!  Like with any smartphone the HTC Droid ERIS requires that you add a data package to your Verizon account which costs $29.99 or more.

Learn more about the HTC Droid ERIS on HTC’s website here.

Enter to win an HTC Droid ERIS! – this contest is closed

We are giving a lucky reader (who already has Verizon service) an HTC Droid ERIS!
Verizon service, activation, and contract not included.
All types of entries accepted through June 15th, 2010.

How to enter:
Mandatory: Fill out the form below
Extra entries: Leave a relevant comment (why you want this phone, what you love about it, etc..) for 3 extra entries.   One relevant comment per day per person allowed to count for 3 entries per comment.
Follow @mommyinsider on Twitter and Tweet about this giveaway – Sample Tweet: Enter to win an HTC Droid ERIS on The Mommy Insider! http://wp.me/plszx-1c3

This giveaway contest is closed