Warning signs of my heart attack #GoRedForWomen #NationalWearRedDay

 13th Annual National Wear Red Day

 Heart disease and stroke kill 1 in 3 women, yet it’s 80% preventable.

Today, I am wearing red for Go Red for Women®, and hope you are too. I was very disappointed none of the Charlotte news anchors wore red today. Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States.   

I go to the doctor regularly. No one has ever told me I was at risk for a heart attack. Not knowing the signs of heart disease could have cost me my life.

Win a $120 GC to JORD Wood Watches @woodwatches_com 10/26

JORD WOOD WATCH $120 GC GIVEAWAY

Hosted by: Michigan Saving and More

Sponsored by: Jord

Watches are not just timekeepers; watches are statement pieces, watches speak to the style and personality of the wearer. JORD watches tell more than time.  

$50 FarmerKids GC Giveaway 10/20

$50 FarmerKids Gift Card Giveaway

Hosted by Life, Naturally

Co-hosted by Michigan Savings and More and Willy B Mum

Hip, embroidered, whimsical, organic clothes for babies and kids. Designed by New York designer/mom Gabrielle Kahn-Chiossone. 

Win an $85 Winkine #HoboBag 9/20

Winkine Hobo Bag Giveaway

Hosted By: PaulaMS' Giveaways, Reviews, and Freebies
Co-Hosted By Michigan Saving and More
Dates: Aug. 21 at 12:01 am EST through Sept. 20 at 11:59 pm EST
Prize:  Winkine Casual Style Canvas Hobo Bag $85 RV

$159 JORD Watch GC Giveaway 5/25

Jord Wood Watch Giveaway

Hosted By: PaulaMS' Giveaways, Reviews, and Freebies
Co-Host: Michigan Saving and More
Sponsored By: Jord

Watches are not just timekeepers; watches are statement pieces, watches speak to the style and personality of the wearer. JORD watches tell more than time.

Win a $99 Couture Gel Nail Polish Starter Kit 4/22

Couture Gel Nail Polish Starter Kit Giveaway

Sponsored By: Couture Gel Nails

Hosted By: Mami's 3 Little Monkeys

Co-Hosted By: Deliciously Savvy

Savvy women everywhere are discovering Couture Gel Nail Polish. Europeans have been using gel nail polish for years, but until now, only a select few expensive salons in the U.S. have offered this revolutionary manicure technique. Gel nail polish is a light-sensitive lacquer that quickly dries to a shiny, indestructible finish under a Salon Quality Curing Lamp. It’s easy to apply, smooths out the nails, and lasts for up to 3 weeks. Best of all, you can do it yourself. Now everyone can achieve a salon-quality manicure at home. 

Win a #ModifyWatches face, two bands 3/28

Modify Watches Giveaway

Sponsor: Modify Watches
Host: Southern Mom Loves
Co-Hosts: Susie's Reviews and Giveaways, Woman in the Man Cave, and Deliciously Savvy

Modify Watches are fun, colorful and affordable timepieces featuring mix-and-match faces and straps. Near endless custom combinations means you can build the perfect "Mods" to match your style, fit your mood and help you show your colors.

Win a one month VIP box from #CateandChloe 3/2

Cate and Chloe VIP Box Giveaway

Hosted by Stylish Momme 

Co-hosted by Here We Go Again, Ready? Mommy on the Money 

Sponsored by Cate and Chloe

Cate and Chloe is one of the hottest new brands for fashionable jewelry and accessories. In the fast-paced world we live in, it's hard to find time or money for the perfect piece of jewelry or accessory for that special occasion, or just simply to wear confidently around town.

Three win MPG Mondetta PerformanceGear prize packages of your choice 8/14

Rock Your Workout Event Sweepstakes 

Organized by: Mom Powered Media and Purple Monster Coupons and Terri Ingraham | The Sugar Free Glow and Here We Go Again...Ready?

MPG continually strives to create garments and accessories that are perfectly suited for a wide variety of athletic pursuits but maintain the fashion forward styling the company has built its reputation upon. MPG celebrates the drive, dedication and perseverance of those engaged in an unyielding pursuit of excellence, through sacrifice and discipline. And in its drive to develop the ultimate in active apparel, they have achieved garments that feel and look so great on, they can be utilized for everyday use.  
MPG embodies passion: In it's product, message, style and everything they do.

MPG creates active and athletic men's and women's apparel for dance, yoga, pilates, running, cycling and everyday workouts. Our garments utilize high tech fabrications to provide 4-way stretch, moisture-wicking, breathability and are quick dry to be inherently suited for any condition.

MPG has effectively blurred the lines between fashion and performance to create a complete collection unparalleled in conception and construction.

$65 Everyday Python Tote Bag Giveaway 7/28

Thursday Friday Everyday Python Tote Bag Giveaway

Sponsored By: Thursday Friday

Hosted By: Mami's 3 Little Monkeys

Thursday Friday (t/f) is a fashion and accessories brand with a sense of humor and an appreciation for luxury. It pokes fun at the obsession with expensive luxury goods while honoring the beautiful designs of each bag by creating democratic cotton canvas totes printed on all sides with images of an exclusive leather luxury icon. 

Enter to win a $115 Willamy Wrap Bracelet 7/16

Willamy Wrap Bracelet Giveaway

Sponsored By: Willamy

Hosted By: Mami's 3 Little Monkeys

Launched in 2012, the Willamy brand was created by Los Angeles designer Amy Beth Williams. Her celebrity coveted handcrafted leather wrap bracelets are made with quality beads and crystals on genuine leather. Recognizing the demand for high quality, yet affordable crystal, beads, stones and genuine leather jewelry, Willamy continues to expand the collection with new designs and styles for men, women and kids.

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Win a month Cate and Chloe VIP membership 7/12

 Cate and Chloe VIP Giveaway

Hosted by: Queen of Savings,

Barbara's Beat, Here We Go Again, Ready?, Moms and Crafters 

Sponsor: Cate and Chloe

Cate and Chloe is one of the hottest new brands for fashionable jewelry and accessories. The collection has simple, versatile, elegant pieces that would complete every woman’s personal collection. Now, you can keep up with the latest jewelry trends this summer.

Win a $99.99 Rachel Roundabout Diaper Bag 6/30

 Rachel Roundabout Diaper Bag Giveaway 

Hosted by: Easy Green Mom

Sponsored by: The Bumble Collection

Moms on the go need to have everything they need for baby in hand. But, moms also want to carry everything in a stylish bag.  

If you enter this giveaway, you have a chance to win a $99.99 Rachel Roundabout Diaper Bag from The Bumble Collection. 

Win a $200 Free People Gift Card 6/18

Free People Giveaway

Prizes: $200 Free People Gift Card

Organized by: Oh My Gosh Beck!

Co-hosts: StushiGal Style ♥ To Be Bright ♥ Diary of a Chic Mommy ♥ Livin Like Larz ♥ Fresh Fit N Healthy ♥ By Sarah Halstead ♥ Lush to Blush ♥ Loser Girl Wins ♥ Just Peachy Blog ♥ Tide and Bloom ♥ Jenn’s Blah Blah Blog ♥ She Wears What

The Free People woman lives free through fashion, art, music, and travel. She is a free spirit, pushing the limits in the name of adventure. She pushes limits in the name of adventure - paving her path as a strong woman in today’s world. 

$210 Barbar Auto Curling Iron Giveaway 5/5

Bringing You Moments To Celebrate

With Barbar Auto Curl, you can have Hollywood curls and hairdos that match your style, personality, and do it effectively and quickly.

Sponsored by Barbar  
Organized by Celebrate Woman Today  
Co-Hosted by Barbara's Beat, Koupon Krazed, Peanut Butter And Whine, A Little Bit of Everything, Mommies Playground

When my granddaughter had long hair she always wanted long curls. Every time she saw a princess she would envy their hair. 

I admit, I too, love the long loose curls. But, I've never been into rollers. I use to get a perm once in a while, but not any longer. It takes too long and I can't sit long due to pain. 

The thought of getting curls fast and easy sounds like a dream. You can win a $210 Barbar Auto Curling Iron for yourself.

Win your choice of $25 PayPal cash or $25 Amazon GC; Join the Blog Hop for more prizes

Blooming Into Spring Blog Hop

Hosted By: MPM Network Bloggers

While many of us enjoy spring, we don't look forward to spring cleaning. To make it a little more fun, the MPM Blogging Network has come together to bring you this Blooming into Spring Blog Hop full of prizes.

Each participating blog below is hosting their own giveaway, including spring cleaning items, fashion accessories, and gift cards to purchase your own spring treats. Barbara's Beat is giving you a choice between $25 PayPal cash or a $25 Amazon gift card.

Join the Kohl’s Spring Fashion Google Hangout #SpringAtKohls #Sponsored

“I participated in a campaign for Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Kohl’s. I received a gift card as a thank you for participating”

Spring Fashion at Kohl's has what every woman wants and what every woman can wear. You will want to check out every department. 

Check out what #SpringAtKohls has to offer #Sponsored

I participated in a campaign for Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Kohl’s. I received a gift card as a thank you for participating.

By Kohl's

Kohl's is a great place to shop for Spring fashion. When you go shopping you're sure to find something you will love, because there's so much to choose from.

This season you will find long and short dresses, loose and tight pants, and black and white, as well as soft and bright colors. You can go flirty or romantic. If you like flats or heels - no problem. 

For everything you do, Kohl's has your style covered. 

Check out my Pinterest board #SpringAtKohls to see more.


 

American Girl Fashion Show comes to NC

Barbara's Beat may receive tickets to the show for review purposes for posting this announcement for USFamilyGuide.com. 

 

American Girl Fashion Show Event

I don't know a girl who doesn't like American Girl dolls. Now, moms prepare yourselves to hear a lot more about American Girl fashion.

The Children's Museum of Winston-Salem invites girls and their friends and families to experience the American Girl Fashion Show. It will be held on Saturday, April 12 at 9:30 am, and 1pm, and on Sunday, April 13 at 1pm, and 4pm, in the Grand Ballroom of the Embassy Suites Hotel, in Winston-Salem, NC.

JenJenHouse offers affordable prom dresses #ad

This is a sponsored campaign with Mums the Word Network and JenJenHouse. All opinions are my own.

Sheath One-Shoulder Sweep Train Chiffon
 Sequined Prom Dress With Ruffle Beading

You know it's time to start thinking about prom when our kids have already asked their dates to attend. Then it's time for the parents to get involved and help plan ahead. 

There's a lot to do, beginning with what they'll wear. It's harder for the girls, because they have to figure out what color, style, long or short, comfort, and price dress they (or we) can afford. Then they can decide on jewelry, shoes, bag, hair and make-up.