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Celebrating Dads And What They Love Most #FollowItFindIt #eBayDad

May 19, 2014 by Momstart Leave a Comment

“My blog post was written as part of my collaboration with eBay.”

My husband loves tech and stays up to date with all of it. He also loves video games, and clothing and now traveling too. He’s a fantastic guy and I love very much and one thing that I find super amazing and yes even sexy is that he’s a good dad. I love seeing him dote on his children and it makes me so happy. He’s an amazing dad, yes I just said that and I’m going to say it again and again.

eBay is celebrating dad’s too with Father’s Day with collections! If you show the eBay community what you love about your dad, you are also giving them a chance to win. Two entrants who create an #eBayDad collection will be chosen to WIN a $500 eBay shopping spree. The sweepstakes runs for 2 weeks, today Monday May 19-June 1, 2014. I’ve created two eBay dad collections. I created one about clothing and sports gear like really cool shoes that I know he would love and I also created a tech collection which I actually called, gifts dads actually want. I’m thinking about creating another collection that is for my dad and step dad too just because generationally what they love and what I think about them is completely different from what I think about for my husband. For my “dads” I would put a lot more tools and outdoor items in it because that’s what they prefer. They both use their hands a lot.

My husband loves music and has mentioned that a pair of new headphones would be a great gift. So I put that in the Gifts Dad actually wants #eBayDad. As I mentioned above he loves to travel now. For the longest time he didn’t want to go anywhere and then he fell in love with going on cruises. So travel equipment is a great gift for him. I really love the idea of solar powered travel equipment for tech.

This is a solar powered USB charger and then below is a solar powered keyboard.

For my other collection I created for my husband the Fashion And Clothing Ideas collection I put in clothes that I know he would either love or things I would love to see him wear. Like I know he would love these shoes because they are so colorful. He’s a colorful guy!

Creating these boards makes me eligible to win the 500 shopping spree for dads so you should go create one too!

To create your own collection:

You first have to log into e-bay and then just start looking at things you know they would like. Then click “add to collection”

Give it a good title and include the hashtag “"#eBayDad

Collections should reflect something that is inspired by your dad and or what you would get your dad for Father’s Day.

Collections must contain at least 10 items and a great place to start looking would be on the Gift Ideas for Dads page.

Father’s Day Gift Two Free eBooks: ManVentions & Dude You’re Gonna Be A Dad!

June 17, 2011 by Momstart 1 Comment

From Today until Sunday you can get two free eBooks for Dad for Father’s Day.

ManVentions by Bobby Mercer commemorates the astounding inventions of things like cold-activated beer bottles, video games, and the ride on lawnmower! Any guy will feel immense pride learning about all the vital inventions their fellow brethren have come up with.

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Dude, You’re Gonna Be A Dad! by John Pfeiffer is THE go-to guide for fathers-to-be.

Congratulations! You’ve planted your seed and to Grandma’s delight, the bouncing bundle of baby joy will arrive next fall. Think your work here is done? It’s only just begun.
As she’ll likely remind you 1000 times a day, pregnancy isn’t just her job…in fact, there are approximately 3,712 ways for a guy to look 100% stupid during his partners pregnancy. DUDE, You’re Gonna Be a Dad: How to Get (Both of You) Through the Next 9 Months by John Pfeiffer helps daft soon-to-be dads avoid them all. First tip: Focus on what you can be doing for her rather than what’s happening to her. It will be best for you both.

It’s a long road from that stick turning blue to the drive to the delivery room. And while her 152 baby books tell her exactly what she can expect, dad’s information outlets are considerably less. Like any good coach, author John Pfieffer has seen it all (and lived to talk about it). Form morning sickness to birthing lessons to countless rounds of nursery room paint color options, Pfeiffer teaches dads how to remain positive and responsive but assertive when the need arrives (no one wants a son named Percy, afterall).

John Pfeiffer is a married father of three. With a stepdaughter, a naturally conceived daughter, and a baby by way of a threesome (with an IVF specialist), Pfeiffer is especially qualified to take expectant dads all the way through pregnancy’s home stretch. He lives with his wife and kids in Atlanta, GA.

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Fun Stuff 4 Babies Daddy Diaper Changing Toolbox

June 8, 2011 by Momstart 150 Comments

When you’re getting ready to have a baby you read every book you can, think about every possibility and get all the products you think you could possibly need and you still find that you are not prepared. There is nothing that will prepare you for the madness that comes with a newborn. Even me telling you this, won’t prepare you, but you’ll find that it’s worth every minute of it. And, there are things out there that will make you smile and gifts for the dad to be to remind him how appreciated he is.

The Daddy Diaper Changing Toolbox from Fun Stuff 4 Babies is a great Father to be gift. Fun Stuff 4 Babies is a family owned business. Chris Hartsfield is the Creator of Fun Stuff 4 Babies but the entire family was involved in developing the Daddy Diaper Changing Toolbox. He gathered information from his parents, his 6 and 4 year old boys, and he even asked the mother -in-law for assistance in assembling the initial product. Chris and Julie (his wife) couldn’t have done it without the support from their family. Their mission is to develop products that encourage and acknowledge Dad´s involvement in raising children and I couldn’t agree more. Dad’s are a huge contributor to the whole process. I wouldn’t be where I was today without such a loving and supportive husband who dotes on his children. Their New Dad Gifts did so well last year, that they were featured on NBC’s TODAY Show last Father’s Day.

The Daddy Diaper Changing Toolbox arms New Dads with everything they would need for their very first diaper change as well as provides them with a chuckle. And in the middle of the night changing a diaper, a chuckle is just what you need.

Inside the Daddy Diaper Change Toolbox:

Mask –toxic fume filter for when it doesn’t smell like roses.
Goggles –for protection against your own mini version of Old Faithful.
Protective Poop Poncho –need we say more???
Tongs –Several inches of steel separation between you and the little warm wrapped gift.
Turkey Baster –for precision hiney washing.
Ear/Nose Plugs –use with care.
Pacifier — scream plug.
Baby Wipes — for cleaning baby bottom and various parts.
Diaper for Newborn — cute as a kitten until it gets wet then it looks and smells like a sewer rat.
Bio Hazard Bag and Rubber Gloves –for quarantine containment of the nuclear meltdown.
Emergency Formula Container– doubles as a PeePee cover for WeWe.
Hand Wipes– to clean up afterward. (For Dad’s use only).
Picture Frame — this is your badge of honor
**Optional Step by Step Dad Humor Directions included with Inventory item checklist

Baby showers are usually all about the mom. If that dad actually participates he gets to watch mom open a ton of gifts for the baby at a very girly shower. This inspired Chris to design the Daddy Diaper Changing Toolbox the box that changed it all. The Daddy Diaper Changing Toolbox provides dad with things he uses all the time in a new light. I mean imagine looking at Thanksgiving dinner and thinking about how tempted you were to actually use that Turkey Baster from the Daddy Diaper Changing Toolbox to was your child’s hiney. The Daddy Diaper Changing Toolbox is a perfect blend of fun and functionality for the Expectant Father or New Dad.

This giveaway has ended. Congratulations to Linda.

Photos For Father’s Day Kodak Kiosks

June 8, 2011 by Momstart Leave a Comment

Oh my goodness, things are super crazy in my house. I have three trips coming up and I get back from all my travels on Father’s Day. When am I going to shop and what am I going to get him? Are you in the same boat and in need of some ideas for Father’s Day? How about a photo creation?

Now, don’t get all, he’s a man he needs a power tool on me ok. I know that sometimes the best gift is when you’ve captured a special moment of one of the kids and put it in a frame. In fact, I think that’s the best gift I gave my husband so far. One year we I took the kids and we had photos of them done. I didn’t tell my husband a thing, I printed out a photo and put it in the frame. He still has that gift in his office at work. How often does a gift last over a year?

So put a photo in a frame, or make a photo book. From June 6 until June 19, Kodak Kiosks at participating retailers (Target and CVS) are offering a BOGO promotion on 8×10 photo books. Which makes it easier to get one for the “grand” dads and neither one gets left out.

If you’re anything like me, more than likely you’ll have the plan to make a photo book and then get to Target without your photos. Oh, I’m always forgetting something. Well, Kodak has make life simple, simply log onto your Facebook account directly from the Kodak Kiosk and use any of the images from your account. The Kodak Kiosk also lets you create other great gifts for any occasion, such as a PYNK frame or a Personal Greeting Card. A one-stop personalized gift shop!

Be sure to visit Kodak.com to and use the Kodak Kiosk locator to find a participating retailer near you!

This is part of a sponsored campaign with Mom Bloggers Club on behalf of Kodak.

Would You Wear a Watch if it had iPod Nano Technology?

May 29, 2011 by Momstart 2 Comments

HEX is a division of August Accessories, a 21-year old company known for its design, development and execution of innovative products. HEX connects technology with style by pairing new gadgets with unique and fashionable solutions. I was contacted on behalf of HEX to share a really nice Father’s Day gift idea with all of you. I don’t often share product information just because anymore, I just get too many pitches to do that now, but these just look really cool. Even without the integration of the iPod nano® Gen 6, these watches are just SHARP! Of course, it might also have to do with the fact, I haven’t seen a watch on anyone in a few years. I haven’t worn a watch in at least 8 years. I always use my cell phone for the time, and most of the time when I ask someone what time it is, it’s whoever whips out their cell phone the fastest.

Is this enough tech to get people to wear watches again?

The Vision Metal and Vision Leather bands now available on ShopHex.com and Apple.com bring classic timepiece sophistication and modern tech functionality to HEX’s collection of watch bands, incorporating luxury and high-quality materials into its newest techcessory designs. Unlike any other watch on the market, the Vision line offers consumers a chic and stylish accessory that has multiple uses such as music player, photo album, fitness tool and timepiece all with an easy access touch-screen. Both the Vision Metal and Vision Leather watch bands are compatible with Nike+® and have accessible audio ports for plugging in headphones or earbuds. With a slick clip-in, clip out face for the iPod nano, the Vision line combines the classic with the futuristic.

Vision Metal’s design incorporates premium, all stainless steel material in two unique tones—stainless and gunmetal. With a coated clip for advanced scratch resistance of the nano, the Vision Metal band easily transitions from work to play and delivers both a sleek aesthetic and a highly functional user experience. The silver and gunmetal bands are available now for $69.95 at ShopHex.com and Apple.com.

Vision Leather bands come in three bold, statement-making colors—red, white and black—and securely cradle the iPod nano with the simple clip-in, clip-out stainless steel plate. Made of genuine leather, the Vision Leather watch bands are the perfect addition to a changing wardrobe, adding a pop of color that is in line with the season’s look. Perfect for dressing up an everyday outfit or adding a statement piece to classic business attire, Vision Leather watch bands are available for $49.95 at ShopHex.com as well as Apple online retail, with orders arriving at Apple retail stores in the near future.

The Vision Metal and Vision Leather bands join HEX’s Original, Slim and Sport collections which are also available at ShopHex.com. For more information on the brand visit the website, follow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ShopHex or on Twitter @shophex.

Channellock 125 Years Strong Father’s Day Giveaway

May 28, 2011 by Momstart 521 Comments

Tools Tools Tools and more tools. It seems growing up that the most valued Father’s Day gift was a tool. I remember giving dad, socks, ties, games and yeah, he appreciated all of it, but nothing made his eyes light up like a tool or hunting gear. Yeah, this post is about tools but I have to be honest, hunting gear was always a favorite too!

There is something universal in the tactile sensation for a man in building something, or tackling a home project by themselves. My husband even took up the hobby of building things at home. My favorite creation he made was a picture frame to frame one of my paintings. Once upon a time, I painted as a hobby. That was pre-kids, pre-blog, pre-life. I thought he was pretty crafty, but projects take time and with kids he didn’t have time to do any home projects anymore. Neither of us did. Plus, we’re not about to do any home repairs ourselves. I have CRAZY home repair stories to tell you, they all have to do with pipes and water. Water everywhere! Let’s just say, pipes and us do not get along.

Channellock is celebrating 125 years of making quality tools. So if it’s home repair or just your own craftiness that could use a new set of tools, join in their tool celebration. Channellock is giving away one CHANNELLOCK® Tool Roll No. 3 Gift Set every other week until July 4th in their Channellock Blue Sweepstakes. You can also try to win a set here on MomStart.

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CHANNELLOCK® Tool Roll No. 3 Gift Set

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From plumbing projects to auto repair, Tool Roll No. 3 includes five pliers to help homeowners accomplish a variety of home improvement projects. All of the pliers in this set are Fiercely Made in Meadville, Pa. The tool roll includes:

To celebrate Channellock’s 125^th year in business, the pliers in the winner’s tool roll with be engraved with “1886-2011 — 125 Years Strong."

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Last minute Father’s Day Gift Ideas

June 17, 2010 by Momstart 4 Comments

These are all things that I would consider getting my husband for Father’s Day!

Sony Reader Touch is the newest of the e-readers that I have had the opportunity to try out. I tested it for a week and my husband tried it for a week, the touch screen is very good as touch screen goes. You can enjoy a drawing application on the reader. It is the only reader that comes in a fun color. Red!

Capture over 272 hours of audio in high-quality stereo sound with the compact, stylish WS-400S. I had the opportunity to test out this tiny device. You can easily store and organize your files and transfer them to your PC with the easy-to-use "USB Direct" design. It is great for recording sound, or taking dictation. We let our kids use it and Zoe recorded herself singing the abc’s.

Remington makes great products for women and for men, from hair care products to personal grooming products there is a Remington product for you. Featuring slick designs, great functionality, user friendly options, and affordable prices, Remington offers something for everyone in the family.

ESP7 printer front view Meet an effortless way to wirelessly print, copy, and scan photos and documents for less. Kodak has combined the latest in printing technology with high-quality affordable pigmented inks to create the KODAK ESP 7 All-in-One Printer. Print fast and smart, and save up to 50% on everything you print compared to similar consumer inkjet printers. Plus, get the most out of your home network with Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity. It’s time for your printer to go wireless, for less. *

The sleek, powerful and affordable (starting at $749) MSI Wind Top all-in-one PC makes the perfect gift for today’s moms who need to easily and effortlessly balance home duties, work projects and family entertainment activities. Combining power, functionality, energy-efficiency, and ease-of-use, the Wind Top not only packs the power to run full HD movies for “family movie night,” but can help mom easily keep track of soccer practices, piano lessons and school events, and not to mention work presentations and reports. With a touch screen this is at the top of my list

TASSIMO Home Brewing System

If dad is a coffee drinker and loves getting those espressos while he’s out then get him a Tassimo so she can enjoy the luxury from the comfort of her own home. Tassimo combines milk and espresso with the press of a button. I love how simple it is to use and the rich frothiness that comes out in each cup. *

Tie – Try ties from My Favorite Pal, they have ties that are perfect for daddy and son. With a wide variety in patters you can purchase matching ties for all of the men in your life.

Motorola MOTONAV™ TN30 GPS – For those who can’t live without a personal navigation system and their mobile phone when on the go, the advanced MOTONAV TN30 enhances all the great features of a standard GPS with added bonuses. MOTONAV TN30 is an ultra-durable Bluetooth® enabled, portable GPS navigation system that combines the confidence of finding destinations with a speaker for hands-free cell phone connectivity on the road.”

1800Flowers Father’s Day Giveaway

June 9, 2010 by Momstart 624 Comments

Cool Golf Bag Cooler with Snacks Yes, dads deserve flowers too, but, 1800Flowers has more options than flowers just in case your husband/father/male figure in your life doesn’t want flowers.

We were able to choose a special item to review for Father’s Day from 1800Flowers. We chose Cool Golf Bag Cooler with Snacks to review and I can’t stop eating the pecan shortbread cookies. The Golf Bag is filled to the max with goodies. Surprises you’ll find inside include:

Praline pecan caramels
Aquafina® Pure Bottled Water
Pub Snack Mix
Peanut bar
Pecan shortbread cookies
The Popcorn Factory® Caramel Popcorn
Golf balls
Golf tees
Reusable, sturdy vinyl mini golf bag cooler

The bag is pretty nifty and will hold up to six bottles of water after you finish all of the snacks that come in the bag and keep them cool.

I was enjoying all of the options in the Father’s Day collection so much that if I wasn’t on a diet I would order a few things for my husband. I know how much he loves sugar cookies and the Cheryl&Co.® Happy Father`s Day Cookie Tin look divine. The other option that really interested me was the Everyday is Sundae Ice Cream Lover Kit. I’m drooling over it so bad right now I’m going to have to go get some ice cream out of the freezer.

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40.00 Gift Card to 1800Flowers.

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Things Remembered Father’s Day Personalized Grilling Set Giveaway

May 30, 2010 by Momstart 222 Comments

Things Remembered!

Yes, I love what you can find at Things Remembered. Not only can you find excellent gifts, but you can personalize them. That’s the best part. I think this Christmas, everyone is getting something personalized.

I was recently offered the Personalized Grill Set. This grilling set is made of stainless steel and has everything you need to get some major grilling done.

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Personalized Grilling Set and Engrave the spatula and/or the carrying case.

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Visit Things Remembered at www.ThingsRemebered.com and leave a comment sharing another Things Remembered product you would love to give for Father’s Day and how you’d engrave it.

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If you still need ideas for Father’s Day see Mom Central

June 18, 2009 by MomStart 1 Comment

Mom Central has compiled a list of goodies you can get dad for Father’s Day.

They have ideas for under 25, under 50, under 100 and over 100. So you have a John Wayne loving coffee drinker or a camping extraordinaire that loves to take photos, you’ll find what you need on the gift guide.