Straight from the Disney Vault, The Jungle Book 2-Disc Platinum Edition DVD will finally be available on October 2nd. In my opinion, the music is what makes this movie extra-special, and I just love hearing my kids singing “Bear Necessities” while dancing around the house.

Don’t think this was an important and inspirational early movie? Check out how the animation from The Jungle Book has influenced more recent Disney works like The Lion King and Lilo and Stitch. You can also learn more about the director, Woolie Reitherman and his gift as a storyteller.

How to enter

Leave a comment on this post by 5pm Pacific, Tuesday, October 9th and you’re entered — there will be two winners! To enter, you must be able to have your prize shipped to a US or Canadian address in the event you are the winner. Important contest rules and details.

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Are you looking for a hilarious book to read? Are you not looking for anything that tells you precisely how to parent your children? Are you sick of parenting books that talk down to you?

Then you’re in luck. Today’s giveaway is a really funny book about questions kids ask. And lest you think this is just a cutesy “aw, kids say the darndest things” kind of book, the author actually gives the answers too!

So if you or your child have ever wondered “Why do ships have round windows?” “How much of your body can you lose and still live?” “Is a rainbow hot or cold?” “Why does the chef wear a big white hat?” or “Does the Mona Lisa wear shoes?” then Wendell Jamieson has written the book for you. Interspersed between stories of his own childhood and children are succinct interviews with experts. Note, the people in the clip below are the reason I suspect he decided against writing a book about what the Man on the Street thinks.

And check out the book’s website for more clips, a chance to get your kid’s question in the paperback version, and more.

How to enter

Leave a comment on this post by 5pm, Thursday October 4th and you’re entered — there will be TEN winners! To enter, you must be able to have your prize shipped to a US or Canadian address in the event you are the winner. Details.

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This line of travel accessories from Tepper Jackson is hot! The colors are super-current, and they’re used to decorate something you’re going to use all the time.

Are you a regular traveler? This is the giveaway for you. Generously donated by the folks at Give Simple, take a look at the rest of the collection and see if you don’t fall in love with the bold colors and patterns.

Like it? Win it!

Leave a comment on this post by 5pm, Wednesday October 3rd and you’re entered. To enter, you must be able to have your prize shipped to a US address in the event you are the winner. Details.

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Well what can I say, these first few weeks of Parent Product Reviews have been an ultimate blast. Thanks to everyone who has stopped by to enter a contest!

Our first of many winners!

Holli Jo won the Reliadose Medicine Dispenser — and after some delays by our shipping department (I fired them all), her prize is in the mail.

Would you like to try to win stuff like Holli Jo?

MONSTER Baby Contest: stroller, baby bedding and diaper bag — my largest giveaway yet — ends October 8.

A two month supply of LUVs diapers - enter by Wednesday, September 26th.

A pair of Easy Spirit wedge clogs - enter by Thursday, September 27th.

A fun LEGO Keychain - enter by TODAY at 5pm Pacific.

Little Einsteins “Rocket’s Firebird Rescue” plus “Mickey’s Treat” Halloween Movie DVDs - ends October 4.

TEN boxes of new Fizzix yogurt tubes - ends October 9.

Disney Princess “Follow Your Dreams” and “Mickey’s Treat” DVDs - enter by October 3.

And as always…

Consider subscribing to this blog so that you never miss a contest. You can subscribe via RSS — that works in readers like Bloglines or Google Reader — or you can Subscribe in Email.

Do you have contests on your site?

Feel free to let me know about them. I link in my sidebar to current contests elsewhere so that you, my lovely readers, get the chance to win as much loot as possible.

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Well, I’m not giving away Monster Babies, so those of you who thought I was having a real strange Halloween-theme a little early are way off base. Instead I’m having the largest giveaway in Parent Product Reviews history! And doing it in the third week of this site’s existence in no way diminishes the record. Does not.

So what exactly will the incredibly lucky winner get? Some really great baby gear! Check it out:

A Chicco ct0.1 Stroller. “The Chicco Ct0.1 Stroller is the perfect full-size stroller to meet the needs of your on-the-go lifestyle. With its sturdy aluminum frame and compact 3D fold, the Ct0.1 can hold children up to 50 pounds but is still easy to transport. Included in the features are a four-position, fully reclining seat, an adjustable leg rest, a five-point safety harness, and an all-season canopy. For added convenience, the Ct0.1 provides a parent cup holder, a child’s tray, and a large storage basket. Best of all, the Chicco Ct0.1 Stroller is compatible with the KeyFit Infant Car Seat.”

A $25 Gift Certificate to The Warm Biscuit Bedding Comany! “Founded in 1998, the Warm Biscuit Bedding Co was one of the first online and catalog retailers to offer a custom look for their kids rooms at an affordable price. Vicki’s true mission is to “Inspire Big Dreams” with everyone from her staff to her customers.”

A very hip denim and leather Sling Tote by Fleurville, donated by Mom 4 Life - whose inventory is 100% mom-invented. “This hip and fashionable bag is great for parents on the go. It can be carried 3 ways: over the shoulder as a tote, as a messenger bag, or attached to your stroller. It is 20% smaller than the MotherShip, but still roomy enough to carry everything you need. Since this bag looks like a nice handbag, you can use it long after your diapering days! Features: Tri-mode bag!, 2 fleece lined pockets, 4 elastic topped pockets, 1 zippered pocket for valuables, Insulated bottle holder, Changing cloth, See-through wipe case, Removable, adjustable messenger strap, Stowable tote handles, Stroller attachments, PVC-Free, Dimensions: H 13.5″ x W 12″ (bottom) - 16″ (top) x D 5″.”

Want to win this prize package?

It couldn’t be simpler to enter. Just leave a comment on this post by 5pm Pacific, Monday October 8th and you’re entered. To enter, you must be able to have your prizes shipped to a US address in the event you are the winner. Details.

So get going — this is the biggest contest I’ve had! (So far… :)

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My poor deprived kids had never seen the Little Einsteins before this movie, and I can tell you that it is a HUGE hit.

Go check out the sample clips from the movie (doing ballet, Try to Stop Rocket, and Instruments, plus clips from Mickey’s Treat, then if you think your kids would enjoy them…

Enter to win a copy of each!

Comment on this post by 5pm Pacific time, Thursday, October 4, and you’re entered to win — and this time there will be TWO WINNERS — yay! U.S. Addresses only. Details.

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And yes, it is sad not to win, but just remember that there are always pretty good DVD deals at Amazon.

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Even though I live in California, the other day we had a cold snap. OK, it just meant that I had to remind my boys to put on a sweatshirt over their shorts and t-shirt, but it was cold nonetheless. And this event signaled one of my two least favorite times of the year: time to buy new kid clothes. Ugh.

Lucky for me, Old Navy is having at 25% off sale, but yikes it ends today! I should have found out about this sooner, and in case you’re late to the game like I am, get over there and see if they have anything you need. They also have a coupon code for free shipping on orders over $50, so look at the top of any of their pages to score that deal.

Because my 5 year old put on a sweatshirt from last year and he looked like he borrowed his 2-year-old brother’s clothes. Don’t let that happen to you!

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Do your kids like those yogurt tubes? My son Mike, 5, loves them. And he now has a new love: Fizzix fizzing yogurt tubes from Yoplait. I know, I know, carbonated yogurt sounds so weird, but I’m here to tell you that it is a big hit with the 5-year-old set!

Don’t believe me? OK, I’ll give you a chance to try some for free

It would be pretty tricky to mail yogurt to y’all, so instead I’m giving away TEN coupons good for a box of either regular Yoplait Go-Gurt tubes or this new cool Fizzix yogurt. What’s better than that? THREE people will win.

If you live in the US and want to enter, just leave a comment on this post by 5pm Pacific time, Wednesday, October 10th, and get ready to eat some yogurt! Details.

UPDATE: Just to be clear, there will be three winners and EACH winner will get coupons for Ten free boxes of yogurt tubes. Pretty sweet prize, if I do say so myself :)

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