Dot & Dot Multipurpose Bags

Hey lovies!

So another blog post, huh? And another about Dot & Dot?! YOU BETCHA! I am so obsessed with these products I just HAVE to share with you about another...

The Multipurpose Travel Accessories

I have become quite fond of not only the brand Dot & Dot, but the fact that their products are SO high quality! This next awesome item from them I will be sharing about is PERFECT for purses and diaper bags! (I'm not kidding!). I used this one for my purse so I could easily find all of my lipsticks, lipglosses, and ChapSticks! I am like Mary Poppins, items just keep coming out of my bag. I have a flashlight, make up, wallet, keys, garage door opener, a small umbrella... The list goes on! So, with that being said, I often get frustrated when I can't find some lip product in my bag. Huge problem? Yes. Is there a resolution? YES.

INTRODUCING.... 

First off, check out how cute it is! I love it! And, I don't know if you noticed, but IT IS LINED. That means if something happens to spill in it, IT WILL NOT LEAK. (yes, I have tested it!). This also has a clip on it, so of course, I clipped it onto the side of my purse so I could easily find everything in it!

Do you understand how easy this makes my life?! I am LOVING it! So, if you're interested, you can check them out here --> http://amzn.to/11igCI7 and don't forget... Dot & Dot has TONS of products that help get your life organized! So don't be shy-- check out their stuff and be prepared to FALL IN LOVE, just like I did! :)

I hope y'all have an amazing Wednesday! Love you all!

-Lindsey

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Dot & Dot Packing Cubes Review!

Hey friends!

Long time, no talk! It has been a CRAZY hectic past week for me, but I am back! Today I am going to be sharing with you about some Dot & Dot packing cubes I received for free, for a review.


First of all, Dot & Dot carries a variety of products and I am OBSESSED! They come in all sorts of colors (10, to be exact), but of course, I chose purple (my favorite color!).

Now, as a mama, I am always on the go. I didn't use these for a trip, but I use them for organizing my diaper bag! I am LOVING how well they work and how I can keep everything organized. I often lose things, so this definitely keeps it all together! 

I put my diapers and wipes in one cube, & snacks, Orajel, and miscellaneous items in the other one! (I was given 4 total, but for my diaper bag I have decided to only use two! I took them out with my for the day and I was pleasantly surprised by how well they stayed in tact and how easy it was to help me find all my necessary items. Although these are considered packing cubes, do NOT be fooled-- you can use these in EVERY DAY life! Purses, Diaper bags, Over-night bags, the list goes on! I will DEFINITELY be continuing to use these, as you should too! You can check out these adorable #packingcubes on amazon --> http://amzn.to/1uQInTv 

So go ahead, take a leap of faith! These products are AWESOME and you WILL NOT be disappointed! We could all use some organization in our lives, so this is a step in the right direction!

I hope y'all have had an AMAZING week and I will be posting more throughout the week! 

Love you all!

-Lindsey

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

FarFaria Product Review

Good Evening Friends!

Two blog posts in one day?! You bet ya! This evening I wanted to share with you all about an AMAZING app that I had the pleasure of testing out! It is called: FarFaria. FarFaria is an app that has tons (and by tons, I mean TONS) of awesome books you can read with your little! It has SO many options to choose from, I had a hard time of choosing which ones I want to expand on!

First let me start with explaining the app and how it works. You download it (available in the App Store and Google Play) and then you get a membership. Once you are all signed up the home screen is little islands with different genres of books. Some of the islands are: Fairy Tale Falls, Bedtime Bluffs, Preschool Playground, and Animal Kingdom. Those are just 5 of the 11 fun and exciting islands to choose to explore. Once you click on the island, books from that genre pop up.

Miss Ellie's favorite is the Fairy Tale Falls:

Isn't it just so freaking adorable! The books have options- to be read to, or to read yourself! This is probably my favorite feature. If Ellie is crying, I set her down with my phone and she sits there and listens to the book (and of course, scrolling through the pages). If we are having some mommy daughter time, I read the book to her. It is my favorite to read the Bedtime Bluffs before, of course, bed time. It helps calm her down and get her ready to go to sleep. 

Seriously, this app is amazing and I recommend it to any and all friends/family I have! So now, here comes the super fun part! THE GIVEAWAY!

If you win, you will receive a code for a FREE 3 month membership to this app! Isn't that so exciting?! Giveaway STARTS November 6th @ 12 AM and ENDS November 13th @ 12AM! Good luck and I am excited to see who wins! :)

a Rafflecopter giveaway I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

"How Do You Freebie?!"

Hi friends and happy Wednesday!

After being asked numerous times about all the sites I use and how I get so much free stuff to review, I finally decided to make a long blog post about all of the sites I use, how they work, and how to get started. So, here we go!


Site number one:
Influenster.com
This is a pretty awesome site! What you do is sign up, fill out your profile, connect social media accounts, unlock badges, write reviews, answer questions, and ask questions! Seems pretty simple right? I have received quite a few awesome boxes from them! My most recent has been my #ModaVoxBox filled with amazing goodies!

Awesome stuff, right!?

Another box I have received from them was #VSSPortBra which had a Victoria Secret sport bra and some workout capris. It also had some 25% of coupons to share with friends and family!

Can you believe this was FREE!?

I did a bunch of activities that go along with each box you qualify for, and I won a $50 VICTORIA SECRET GIFT CARD!

Say whaaat?!

Influenster is a LOT of work, but it pays off in the end! I love being a part of this site and it never seems to disappoint!

Site number two:

Smiley360.com

Smiley360 is a site where you take surveys when they are available, and if you qualify for a mission, you go to your dashboard and accept it. I have been in multiple smiley missions! They are super fun! The activities you must complete are pretty simple- sharing on Facebook, Twitter, writing a blog post, doing a video review, sharing with friends, etc. Here are some of the items I have gotten from smiley:

Mind you- these are just some of the missions I have been on! I have been on 12 missions so far! 

Site number three:

BzzAgent.com

BzzAgent is a site where you connect Facebook and Twitter, answer surveys when they are available, and they will email you when you have a new campaign available (or you can check in with your dashboard!). I really love this site. They always have fun and excited new things to try! I have been in a total of 9 campaigns with them. Again, just like the other sites, there are activities you need to complete in order to qualify for future campaigns! Some examples of activities- sharing on Facebook & Twitter, writing a blog review, sharing with friends, taking pictures and posting to Instagram, etc. Here are some of the items I have gotten from BzzAgent:

Site number four:
Crowdtap.com

Crowdtap is a site where you do "quickhits" and "challenges". Basically you answer quick polls, share on your social media sites, and post pictures or answer questions. They also have hosted party opportunities and sample shares. With those you apply & cross your fingers that you are accepted! Once you are, you receive your samples via mail and once you have tested the products or hosted your party, you file a report with pictures, links to your shares on social media sites, and answer a few questions! Another awesome thing about this site is that when you complete quickhits and challenges, you receive points. For every 100 points you are entered into a drawing at the end of the month. The drawings allow you to get Amazon, Petco, Walmart, and so many more giftcards. The very least amount is $5. For the month of October, I received 5 Amazon gift cards priced at $5 each. That's pretty awesome, huh!? Here are some of the samples I have gotten from Crowdtap:

Site number five:

Pinchme.com

PINCHme is a site where you log in at a certain time one day a month, and they have AWESOME items you have an opportunity to grab! Samples go INCREDIBLY fast, so make sure that you log on RIGHT on time! This month it will be Tuesday, November 18th at 12PM EST. (For my Arizona friends, that would be 10AM!). Here are some of the fun items I have gotten from PINCHme:

The bottom 2 items were from PINCHme :)

Next up-

Freeway App

The Freeway app is exactly what it's name is- it's an app! Go download it for FREE! It's called Freeway (obviously!) and when you sign up, enter code ydri. By doing so, we BOTH get 500 points. You basically "scratch" (or swipe if you like to be real), and uncover if you won the product or not! It's pretty simple! I've won 3 times from them and I have received 2 items in the mail already! Here are two of the items I have won :)

Last but definitely not least

TWITTER PARTIES

"What is a twitter party?" is usually the first question I get. A twitter party is when you go to the host's twitter page and answer questions! There is ALWAYS a hashtag that is used, so make sure you use that! (Examples: #VSSPortBra #SensiStopStrips #FebrezeHoliday ) You get it? Its pretty easy! I win quite often from these and the gifts are always SO awesome! Check it out:

These are ALL from Octotober! AND- those aren't even all of my wins from October!!! Crazy, right?! They do take a lot of time and effort, but they are SO worth it! :)

Now remember friends- if a site EVER asks you for your credit card- IT IS NOT FREE nor is it REAL. DO NOT ever give out your credit card information- EVER! 


I really hope this post helped some of you out! If you would like to join any of those sites, feel free to give me your email and I will send you an invite! You can also sign up on your own, but it REALLY helps me out if I can invite you! I hope you all have a WONDERFUL rest of your Wednesday and let me know if you have any questions about any of the sites or about any other sites!


I love you all! <3


-Lindsey

Vitamin C Serum 20% Review!

Hello Friends!

Today I have some reviews to share with you about some AMAZING products! First up- La Beaute Pure Vitamin C Serum!

Isn't the bottle so cute? I just love the design!

So I am sure your first question probably is- What the heck is Vitamin C Serum!? Well, good thing I am here to tell you! The Vitamin C Serum is an amazing product that helps plump skin cells AND it protects and restores your skin. Pretty awesome, huh!? I thought so too! Some more amazingly AWESOME things about this product are- it lasts for 12 months, it is NOT tested on animals, and it is CERTIFIED organic ingredients! 

So, the next question you may have? How do you use it? I have the answer for you! There are 4 simple steps to using the Vitamin C Serum:

Step One: Clean your face!

Step Two: Apply a small amount to your fingertips!

Step Three: Apply to your face and neck and make sure to avoid contact with your eyes!

Step Four: Allow it to fully absorb before applying moisturizer! 

Step Five: See results and fall in love!

Pretty simple, huh? I have used this product for a few weeks now and I have been LOVING it! My skin feels great and I love knowing that my skin is being protected and restored! What a GREAT feeling!

Thanks for reading this and I hope you have a wonderful day! 

-Lindsey

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

AND THE WINNER IS.....

Alright friends! Thank you for entering my giveaway! Ellie did not want to pull a number out of a hat so I did a random number generator. The winner is.....

Number 16!

Congrats and please DM me your address on insta! :)

#FastAdvil for #FastRelief

Hi friends! Happy Tuesday!

Today I am writing about some awesome samples I received from crowdtap.com. Never heard of the site? It is pretty simple. Create an account, answer questions, share photos, complete tasks, and apply for samples and to host a party! PLUS- at the end of each month you are entered into a drawing for some gift cards! That's pretty awesome, right? So, this time, I received some Advil from Crowdtap.

At first I was skeptical because let's face it- we hear about different pain relievers multiple times a day from all different kinds of ads. I was pleasantly surprised with Advil! I had a headache so I decided to give it a try. Within about 20 minutes my headache was gone and I was able to carry on with my day! Awesome, right!? 

Before & After- I was pretty happy that headache was gone!

I would definitely recommend these to anyone who needs some quick and effective pain relief! Head on over to your local retailer (such as Walmart) and look for the Advil in the white box!

I recommend you stock up on some! I still have some samples and coupons, so if you are interested, drop a comment below so I can get in contact with you! I would love to mail you some! :) Remember- I received these samples for free from Crowdtap, but these opinions are completely my own!

I hope you have a wonderful day my little darlings!

Stay tuned for a giveaway update!

-Lindsey

Crowdtap Sample & Share: Ragu

Hello friends!


So I got some awesome Ragu FREE from Crowdtap.com and I wanted to share with you, because I made some yummy food! I made Chicken Parmesan :)

Free coupon, say whaaa!?

All the main ingredients- bread crumbs, Ragu, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and chicken!

Put bread crumbs (I like Panko) and 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil on a baking sheet. Bake at 400 for 15 minutes, stirring twice, until golden brown :)

Buy chicken cutlets or cut your chicken into cutlets. Use flour (I like to estimate, just fill the bowl halfway!), 4 eggs, and your bread crumbs. Cut excess fat off chicken. Dip into flour and shake off any excess. Dip into eggs, then into bread crumbs. Place on baking sheet. Repeat with all chicken cutlets :)

Bake at 450 for approximately 12 minutes. It depends on your oven, so just make sure the inside is cooked. (That means NO pink!)

Add Ragu sauce on top (I like to spoon it on!) & mozzarella cheese. I like to add basil leaves too, but you don't have to! Broil for about 2 minutes until cheese is melted. 

ENJOY!

I hope you like that yummy recipe! It is one of my FAVES! Serve it up with some green beans and TA-DA! Dinner is served :)

Have a good evening loves!

-Lindsey

o.b. Pro Comfort Tampons

Hello friends!

Today I wanted to share with you about some tampons I recently received from Smiley360. Smiley360.com is a website where you can connect with brands, attend twitter parties, and try products for free in return of your honest review! Pretty awesome, right?!
Just a warning, if you get freaked out by period, tampons, or anything of that sort, this post may be TMI for you!
So, the product I received this time was some o.b. Pro Comfort tampons!

In case you didn't know, these tampons do not have an applicator, which was new to me! I literally got these tampons at the most perfect time. Yep, I started my period a couple days after getting them. I usually am an applicator gal, but I decided I would give these a try.

You know, I didn't mind them, but I think I still like applicator tampons the most. I feel like applicators are easier to insert and plus, my hand doesn't have to get too close (if ya know what I mean!). None the less, these tampons worked great! I didn't have any leaking issues nor did I have any issues with how it fit or went in. They work great! If you don't mind using a tampon without an applicator, then these bad boys are for you! They had clear instructions that came with them and let you know what size is recommended!

They also had a great section on TSS, which is a very serious matter. In case you don't know, TSS is Toxic Shock Syndrome which can have many symptoms including high fevers, headache, feeling faint, a rash, and many other things. If you suspect you have TSS, seek medical attention immediately. And remember ladies, don't use a tampon that isn't right for you. If you have light periods, don't use super plus tampons so it can "stay in longer". Make sure you use the appropriate tampon and avoid TSS at all costs!

I hope you enjoyed learning about this awesome product! Please feel free to drop any questions, comments, or concerns you may have below! I will be sure to answer them or find out the answer for you! If you're interested in smiley360.com, just simply click the link and it will take you to their website!

I hope you have a fabulous Tuesday! Make sure to stay tuned because I may release another  hint this week, or I may do so next week! Dont forget to enter my giveaway here: http://hotmamareviews.blogspot.com/2014/10/vacation-and-surprise.html! Good luck and remember- if it hits 50 entries, I will add a SECOND winner! We are currently at 21, so get sharing! 

-Lindsey

Hint, Hint!

Hi friends!

I am back home from vacation and I oh-so missed my mailbox! I am so glad that I have it back and I am able to get all my exciting things! It was a nice drive (miss Ellie Fae fell asleep!) and we are finally all settled back into our house.

As promised I have some fun hints for y'all. Well, actually, they are actual pictures, but it doesn't show everything. I will be adding a few other things that I will NOT be revealing! Make sure you enter my giveaway on my previous post located here: http://hotmamareviews.blogspot.com/2014/10/vacation-and-surprise.html Make sure you add your twitter handle and your Instagram name. You HAVE to be following me. I WILL be checking and if your number is drawn but you are not following me, you will be automatically disqualified! Some people have brought it to my attention that they are unable to comment on my previous post. If this is the case, send me a DM on my Twitter or Instagram (since you're following me, yeah?) and I will give you a number!

So, as promised- here are some of the items that will be in my giveaway:

Remember the exclusive PINCHme box I won? Yep, some items are in my giveaway box.

I love this shampoo, conditioner, hair treatment and body wash, so obviously I had to share!

Toothpaste and mouthwash (please don't take offense, I just love this brand so I want others to love them too!)

A phone case for iPhone 5/5s, lotion, and some marykay make up.

That isn't even everything that is going to be included! There will be coupons and more items added! If I get something extra awesome in the mail, I will make sure to add it. I will be giving out more hints over the next couple weeks, but they will not completely revealed. I will be having fun opportunities to earn more entries. Awesome right!?

Plus! Since you are already following my instagram, make sure to check out my post... More surprises! :)

*** We are currently at 13 entries... If I hit FIFTY entries I will have TWO winners of some awesome items! (Yes, that means some of those items may be split up.. but no fret! More will be added!)

Thanks so much and don't forget to enter! You have until October 31st!

Have a wonderful Sunday, my friends!

-Lindsey

Vacation and a SURPRISE!

Hey friends!

I'm on vacation right now and away from my mailbox. With that being said, I don't have any products to write reviews on. I will be back this Sunday and I will be posting a video and/or blog post! Let me tell y'all, it is BEAUTIFUL up here! I am loving it and so is miss Ellie!

As I promised in my title, I have a HUGE surprise!

Drum roll please.....



I AM HAVING A GIVEAWAY! 
Thinking about all the fun stuff I will have at home and my huge amount of coupons, I thought I would have a super fun giveaway! There are a few rules:

1. You must follow me on this blog.
2. You must follow me on Instagram: @lindseyhambrick
3. You must follow me on Twitter: @LindseySwanty
4. U.S. only
5. Comment below with your FAVORITE color!

I will be assigning each person a number and I will do a drawing! (Miss Ellie will likely pull the number out of a hat, videos will be taken!). When you comment with your favorite color, make sure to tell me your Instagram name and twitter handle so I can verify you are following. Contest Ends October 31st and I will be giving out hints EVERY week! Fun, right!?


So get following and commenting! As soon as I get back home, I will post hint number one!


Good luck all! :)

-Lindsey