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And the Mother’s Day Giveaway Winner Is…

May 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment

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Hi Mamas! Mother’s Day is just a couple days away, and I hope your loved ones have something AMAZING planned for you.

But we also wanted to take the occasion to pamper you wonderful Mamas with a $100 giveaway to our organic pregnancy skincare store!

To enter our giveaway, contestants had to answer WHY they deserved to be a spoiled mama…and we received so many awesome answers. Here are a few of our favorites:

Angela says:

“I deserve to be a spoiled mama this mothers day because I am the “average” mother who loves and adores her children, but also know that though it is rewarding, it is also the hardest job in the world.”

Ro’Chele says:

“My MOM deserves to be a spoiled mama because she loves without limitations. She would never let any of us believe that her love comes with an asterisk. Some people can’t say that about their parents.”

Jayden says:

“I deserve to be a spoiled mama because I have been up all night cleaning up my child’s puke and taking care of him. Just like a mama should do. :)“

Allyce says:

“I, Allyce, deserve to be a SPOILED Mama this Mother’s Day because I go to university and raise my precious daughter all by myself! It’s a lot of hard work but I know in the end that I’m making a better future for the both of us!”

And finally, Lisa says:

“I, Lisa, deserve to be a SPOILED Mama this Mother’s Day because I am 32 weeks pregnant with GBG triplets! Overnight horrible stretch marks appeared & nothing has helped. I’ve heard great things about The Spoiled Mama recently & this would be an amazing Mothers Day gift :-)“

There you have it! Yet again, I am wowed by all of you AMAZING women.

After almost 800 entries, the random winner of The Spoiled Mama Mother’s Day giveaway is….

Alicia Hunt!

Congratulations, Alicia! Please expect an email from us shortly with instructions on how to redeem your gift.

Unfortunately we could only pick one winner, but everyone please take advantage of our Mother’s Day FREE shipping…you all deserve to be pampered!

 

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Spoiled Mama news + Maternity hospital gown giveaway winner!

October 6, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Happy Friday Mamas! It’s been such a crazy few weeks at The Spoiled Mama HQ, and we are ready to share some exciting news with you!

Look out Kissimmee, Florida…The Spoiled Mama crew is coming your way!

First off, The Spoiled Mama is an official sponsor for 2012′s International Spa Association (ISPA), a three-day networking and educational event for spa professionals. The convention will be held in Kissimmee, Florida from October 15-17, which means The Spoiled Mama gang is getting geared up with sun tan lotion, floppy hats and linen pants! If you’re attending the event, please find us and say “hello”! (This will also be our first trip with a five-month-old in tow, so wish us luck!)

Look out for this baby in your next purchase from The Spoiled Mama online store!

Secondly, we are adding NEW product samples for all of our Spoiled Mamas! If you’ve ordered any of our pregnancy safe skin products recently, you should’ve received a sample of our stretch mark cocoa butter, stretch mark oil, pregnancy safe moisturizer and/or all natural cleanser. But NOW, we’re adding new samples of our favorite toxin-free acne and melasma skincare serum Rehab (I swear you will LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this stuff!) and my personal go-to natural toner BalanC. I can’t wait to share these new goodies with you!

…And which lucky Spoiled Mama fan will win a lovely maternity gown like this from London Grace Designs?

Finally, I know you’re all tuning in to find out the winner of our maternity hospital gown giveaway! Sponsored by London Grace Designs, we had a fabulous turn out from Mamas who want to look GREAT and feel spoiled on their delivery day. I am so happy to announce that our random winner is…Julie A.!

Julie A. will receive a $40 credit to any of the delivery hospital gowns in the London Grace Designs Etsy store. And remember, if you love these trendy maternity gowns, find their latest designs on Facebook.

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Maternity Hospital Gown Fashion + Giveaway

September 21, 2012 by 25 Comments

Nothing makes a woman feel more connected to Mother Earth than growing a life inside of her. However, as you watch that equator expand to seemingly impossible proportions, it can be hard for women (especially first-time Moms) to maintain a sense of self. And as your due date approaches and then sometimes pass…FUGGEDABOUT it! It’s the sweaty, swollen and uncomfortable reality that people don’t like to talk about, because when it comes down to it giving birth is just not the most glamorous affair.

Well. Until now.

Let’s take a minute to Google “maternity hospital gown” or “cute maternity gown.” Did you know this was even a thing?!

As a RN, I know first hand how uninspiring hospital gear is. That’s why I think designer delivery gowns should be on every Spoiled Mama’s wish list! It’s such a simple way for an expecting mom to feel cute and confident on a day that should be special and beautiful.

How ADORABLE does this glowing Mama look on D-day? She’s sporting a Hip & Trendy Maternity Hospital Gown from London Grace Designs. Win a credit towards your own gown below!

Delivery gowns come in all sorts of adorable patterns, colors and necklines to let Mamas express their individuality and style. There’s a huge selection of maternity hospital gowns to choose from, but one of our favorite designers is Etsy’s London Grace Designs. Founded by a mom of three, designer Lindsay Christine helps Mamas (like the one above) feel beautiful on their big day. Her gowns feature bold prints and are designed to be cute, yet practical. Each dress has:

  • multiple ties and snaps for ultimate privacy.
  • attachable shoulder seams for easy access to IVs and breastfeeding.
  • ties through the back so Mamas can adjust to fit and comfort.

You can wear your gown for any hospital visit during your pregnancy, through your delivery or even postpartum stays. They make a great gifts for yourself, or a thoughtful baby shower present to your bestie!

 GIVEAWAY TIME!

We know all you Spoiled Mamas want one of your own, so we are SO excited to announce Lindsay has generously offered a $40 credit towards any of her trendy maternity hospital gowns!

Lindsay on how she came up with London Grace Designs:
“I wanted to be super cute on my delivery day, so I made myself an ultra fab maternity hospital gown. All I can say is…LOVED it! Not only was it a total hit among the staff at the hospital, but I felt comfortable, secure, and SO CUTE!”

There are many ways to win, Mamas, so be sure to load up on those entries! But if you absolutely CAN’T wait, head on over to London Grace Designs and take advantage of the an EXCLUSIVE discount code for Spoiled Mamas only. Enter code SPOILEDMAMA at checkout for a 10% saving on your London Grace Designs purchase! Lindsay rarely offers sale discounts, so make sure you take advantage of the savings!

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Fine print: Contest is open to international Mamas; however, winner is subject to pay any extra charges over the awarded credit. Winner will have one month to redeem prize. Contest runs through Friday, October 5, 2012 at 12:01 a.m. EST, and winner will be announced on the blog and be contacted via email.

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The Beauty of Bola Balls + Giveaway!

August 24, 2012 by 99 Comments

Mexican bola balls: the perfect gift for expecting Mamas — WIN YOURS BELOW! (Pictured: a vintage design harmony ball from Etsy store Elcharms.)

When I was around five years old, someone gifted me a beautiful little silver charm. It was round, smooth and about 1″ in diameter. But here’s what made it so special: whenever I’d move, the ball would release a soft, melodic jingle. I spent hours just shaking this little charm up against my ear, and pretended that little faeries inside were murmuring their secrets to me. Every now and then I’d plop it in my mouth and suck on it — I was five after all!

I discovered a couple months ago that this charm actually has a name, and a rich history  behind it. The Mexican Bola ball, otherwise known as a Harmony necklace, is a musical chime necklace first worn by pregnant women in Mexico and Bali. The pendant is usually made from sterling silver and contains a small bell-like item that emits a subtle chime when rustled — very close to a tinkering wind chime.

Moms who wear bola balls believe the chime has a calming effect on their babies during pregnancy and after birth. The charm is often hung on long necklaces so the harmony ball is close to the belly, and can be worn around 16-20 weeks into pregnancy when the baby begins to hear sounds. It’s believed the soothing jingle will become familiar to the babies and may comfort, reassure and relax them while in the womb and after they’re born.

Many Mamas choose to shorten the chain of their bola ball after pregnancy so their babes can play with it while breastfeeding. In some instances, the pregnancy harmony ball is passed from mother to daughter.

I just LOVE the story behind bola ball jewelry, and it’s popularity continues to grow. While my pendant was a solid silver ball, there are hundreds of different styles to choose from…it really makes for the *perfect* gift for expectant Mamas!

GIVEAWAY TIME!

The Spoiled Mama is SO thrilled to offer one lucky Mama her own beautiful bola ball necklace! Isobella Dominquez, the owner of Etsy store Elcharms, is offering one of her beautiful bola balls from her gorgeous selection of jewelry for Moms:

Claim this harmony ball necklace (a $36 value) from Etsy store Elcharms! Comes complete with beautiful gift box.

From Isobella: I bought a bola necklace for my daughters first pregnancy and she absolutley loved it because she found it quite unusual and loved the story behind the bola. I believe it worked also, because my grandson was a very chilled out baby! 

There are many ways to win, Mamas, so be sure to load up on those entries! But if you absolutely CAN’T wait, head on over to Elcharms and take advantage of the Summer Sale where everything is 15% off with discount code: SUMMER15.

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The contest is open to Mamas in the UK and contiguous United States! Contest runs through Friday, September 7, 2012 at 12:01 a.m. EDT. Winner will be announced on the blog the same day.

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Boy Baby Shower Ideas + Giveaway Winner!

August 17, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Proof that a boy’s baby shower can be just as cute (if not cuter!), than a baby girl’s. Mustache Baby Shower collage from PurpleTrail.com

A couple weeks ago I shared some of my favorite baby shower party ideas for baby girls. But here’s the real toughie: what kind of themes or treats for a Mama who’s expecting a boy? Off the bat, it may seem hard to make “boy things” cute, but all it takes is a little creativity!

Before we delve in, it’s time to announce the WINNER of our Cards Etcetera Giveaway! I’ve been a fan of Cards Etcetera ever since we published our post on creative pregnancy announcements, and we joined forces with the Etsy store to give one lucky Spoiled Mama a chance to win her own custom card. I am happy to say our winner is: NORYS!

Check back soon because I have another giveaway coming up that I KNOW all our Mamas are dying to have! But until then, let’s take a look at some awesome baby boy shower ideas:

A MUSTACHIOED BASH

LOVE this unique baby shower idea for boys! The Adventures of Hollywood Blog helped host this super fun party that was themed “Baby Bell’s Mustache Baby Bash.” It included mustache props for guests to wear, cards with cutout mustaches that read “I mustache ask you for new mommy advice!”, and an empty frame (above) that served as an instant photo booth. GENIUS!

CHOOSE BOY FRIENDLY COLORS

One easy way to throw together a party is by establishing a color scheme. Choose one main color, and up to two other accent colors to keep things lively and eye popping! Jazz up a baby blue with yellow, green, brown or orange, for instance. Once you choose your colors, make sure to incorporate them in your food and drink choices, cards and favors.

For instance, check out this nautical themed baby boy shower from blogger April Rosenthal.

A SNIPS AND SNAILS/ AND PUPPY-DOG TAILS THEME

Just because little boys are made of “snips and snails/and puppy dog tails”, doesn’t mean these things can’t be ADORABLE! Lovely Like You shows us how with some images from her son’s 1st birthday party (see more here!).

Also check out these fun puppy cupcakes from Martha Stewart or these doggy cupcakes (if your frosting skills are good!). Find some cute snail figures from your local garden supply store and put them around your buffet table — so simple! I could see this being a great outdoor brunch party!

PINTEREST
If you’re a DIYer at heart (even if you just like to look!), and have NOT joined Pinterest, you need to create an account RIGHT NOW. There are so many wonderful pictures, tutorials and ideas to help you create the most awesome baby boy shower ever! Check out The Spoiled Mama’s “Announcements, Showers & More” board to keep updated on our most recent finds.

 

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