KinderCare Secret Science of Dirt Spring Camp

Spring is the perfect time for outdoor play. Would you like your kids to learn valuable knowledge while having outdoor fun with their peers? KinderCare Learning Centers are hosting the Secret Science of Dirt Spring Camp throughout the months of March and April at 1,600 locations nationwide. Through five full days of exciting, hands-on science activities, children will be given a worm's-eye view of the world and the chance to unlock the mysteries of dirt and nature. The spring camp is designed to help children respect and connect to nature and uncover the answers to questions they have about the world around them.

The Secret Science of Dirt Spring Camp is open to both school-agers and preschoolers. School-age learners will have the chance to get their hands dirty by tackling everything from planting vegetables to composting, while preschool and pre-kindergarten learners will explore vegetables, herbs, flowers, and rock gardening. All campers will enjoy age-appropriate activities that discover the secrets of science as they plant popcorn seeds, grow herbs, make chlorophyll prints, prepare tasty vegetable treats and put their creativity to work by crafting decorations to learn how to beautify even the littlest patch of green.

This certainly sounds like a lot of fun to me. I can't wait to see how my son would be doing in his first camp. You may look up for the KinderCare Learning Centers near you here and reserve a spot for your kiddo via phone. Even if you have to miss the spring camp,  you can still sign up for the upcoming KinderCare Summer Camp, which offers 12 different themes! You're also welcome to connect with KinderCare on Facebook and Twitter for their latest news and events.

Disclosure: KinderCare provided me with information through MomSelect. I will receive a free week to the spring camp to facilitate my review. No monetary exchange took place.

National Nutrition Month & Yoplait Million Cup Giveaway

March is National Nutrition Month. To encourage you and your family to commit to more wholesome snacking options, Yoplait is giving away one million cups of Yoplait Original yogurt on Facebook! To claim your free cup, simply "like" Yolpait on Facebook and then fill out this form. You will receive a coupon* in the mail. The offer ends on May 31, 2011 or while supplies last.

Yoplait has many nourishing options to offer - with varieties like Yoplait Light, Yoplait Original, Yoplait Fiber One, Yoplait Kids and Yoplait Delight Parfaits. Each product offers different benefits, and loads of variety, to make eating well a no-brainer. Here are five great ways to ‘get your snack on’ with Yoplait this March!

1. Start spring off right with Yoplait Light’s Two Week Tune Up Plan – Replace breakfast and lunch with a cup of your favorite flavor of Yoplait Light, a whole grain and a piece of fruit and you could lose 5 pounds in two weeks. Go to Yoplait.com for full diet details.

2. Get more calcium with Yoplait Original style yogurt - Now with two times the calcium of the leading yogurt (50 percent of the Recommended Daily Value) in one convenient 6-ounce cup**, Yoplait Original style yogurt is committed to women’s health, offering a product that has even more of the calcium women need for strong, healthy bodies.

3. Try the newest flavor from Yoplait Fiber One – Yoplait Fiber One’s new Blueberry flavor yogurt is packed with filling fiber, calcium, vitamins A and D, real fruit and the great taste of blueberries. With only 50 calories, 5 grams of fiber and 0 grams of fat, this deliciously creamy yogurt won’t break your calorie bank.

4. Stress less over snack time with Yoplait Kids yogurt – With a wholesome and fun snack like Yoplait Kids yogurt in the fridge, you can feel good about what your children are eating at snack time. Yoplait Kids provides an excellent source of calcium and vitamin D, and has 25% less sugar than the leading kids’ yogurt***. With yummy flavors, and favorite friends like Dora and Lightning McQueen on the packages, Yoplait Kids is a hit with moms and children alike.

5. End the day with a Delight Parfait from Yoplait – Even with two luscious layers providing a double shot of rich and creamy yogurt, these 100 calorie indulgences from Yoplait contain only 1.5 grams of fat per serving. Now available in two new flavors, Chocolate Éclair and Cherry Cheesecake, you can enjoy a dessert that’s 100 percent guilt-free.

*Coupon offers for Yoplait yogurt are not valid in all states.
**Leading yogurt has less than 25% Daily Value calcium per 6 oz.
***Yoplait kids has 9 grams of sugar per 3oz. the leading kids' yogurt has 13 grams of sugar per 3oz.

~~Eat smart & stay healthy!~~

Disclosure: Yoplait provided me with information and a chance to win a prize through MyBlogSpark.

Yoplait Kids Prize Pack Review & Giveaway

~~The giveaway is now CLOSED. Congrats to winner Ashley!~~

Yoplait Kids is probably the brand that my son is most familiar with. He takes 1-2 cups of yogurt every day and 7 out of 10 times it's from Yoplait Kids. Are you trying to find a nutritious snack that appeals to your kids? Start with Yoplait Kids yogurt!

Yoplait Kids has an excellent source of both calcium and vitamin D, a good source of protein and the delicious flavors kids crave. It also contains 25% less sugar than the leading kids’ yogurt, and is free from high fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners. You can feel confident about serving it to your kids.

Yoplait Kids yogurt comes in three yummy flavors, Strawberry, Strawberry Banana and Vanilla. It first captured my son's attention because it had his favorite cartoon figures on the pacakging-Dora the Explorer & Diego. Now even more popular characters have been added to the collection, including Lightning McQueen from the hit movie Cars and the Disney Princesses.

Yoplait Kids has also partnered with well-known mom-blogger, Christine Coppa, Mama's Boy blogger at parenting.com and author of Rattled! (Broadway Books, 2009), who has developed helpful snacking tips for moms with young children including:

• Tips about healthy snack ideas
• Tips about portable snacks
• Tips about making snack time fun

MyBlogSpark sent me this awesome Yoplait Kids Prize Pack for review. It includes a coupon good for any variety of 4-pack Yoplait Kids yogurt, a foldable travel cooler, a cool four-piece spoon set, a power magnet picture frame, trendy alphabet-shaped “Kiddie Bands”, a great big bounce ball and a “My First Scavenger Hunt” card game for some after-snack fun. Needless to say, my son had tons of fun eating his favorite yogurt and playing with his new toys.

You may save $0.50 on one four-pack of Yoplait Kids yogurt by printing this coupon. Be sure to follow Yoplait on Facebook and Twitter to keep up with the latest news, giveaways, and special offers.

The Giveaway

MyBlogSpark has generously offered to give one of my lucky readers a Yoplait Kids Prize Pack.  It's exactly the same as the one I received. I'm sure your kid will love it!

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Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm Central Time on 4/5/11

Open to US Residents Only

Winner will be chosen using random.org and will have 72 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

Thanks for entering and good luck!

Disclosure: Yoplait provided me with the free product, information, and giveaway through MyBlogSpark. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

We Love Nutella

I've been a huge fan of Ferrero Rocher chocolate for years, but I didn't know until very recently that the same company created Nutella spread. Now that I have finally tried Nutella (Oh, I should have much earlier!), I'm completely in love with it! Thanks to MommyParties, I received a box of goodies to host my very own Nutella house party and treated my mommy friends and their kids to a delicious and nutritious brunch.

Nutella is a hazelnut spread made from a unique combination of roasted hazelnuts, skim milk, and a hint of cocoa. It looks like chocolate paste, but in fact has a rich nutty flavor. Each 13 oz. jar of Nutella spread contains over 50 hazelnuts. Isn't that amazing? Better yet, Nutella does not contain any artificial flavors, artificial preservatives, or peanut ingredients. It's kosher and gluten free.

MommyParties and Nutella provided 10 swag bags for my party guests.

Each bag is complete with a sample of Nutella spread, a Nutella branded tumbler, a Nutella branded spreader, $1 off coupon, information sheet, and recipe cards.

Nutella spread has proven to be a great companion to whole grain/multigrain food like bread, English muffins, and crackers, along with fresh fruits. My friends and I all agree that it tastes DIVINE. It's something you can indulge yourself in and feel good about it. I love its creamy texture and thick consistency. It's perfect for lovers of both hazelnuts and chocolate. My favorite way to eat Nutella is to top Wheat Thins crackers with it--a nutritious and filling afternoon snack! My son loves eating Nutella with English muffins and berries--a great way to start the day!

During the party, we I not only savored some tasty food, but also learned a lot about the importance of breakfast for kids, what constitutes a balanced breakfast, tips for encouraging kids to eat breakfast, and fun facts about the Nutella brand. I wish we had more parties like this in the future.

Have I convinced you to give Nutella a try (if you haven't already)? Nutella can be found at all major grocery stores, mass merchandiser, warehouse and club stores nationwide. You can find a store near you by using this convenient store locator. Don't forget to print this $1 off coupon before you hit the store. You could even win a case of Nutella free by entering the monthly sweepstakes. If you buy Nutella on a regular basis, keep your proof-of-purchase (the gold seal on the top of any Nutella jar) and trade them for Nutella branded merchandise including T-shirt, mug, tumbler, and spreader. Happy eating!

Disclosure: I received free products from MommyParties to host a Nutella party. No monetary compensation was provided. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

Spring Beauty Giveaway: $75 Apothica Gift Card

The change of season often brings new challenges to our skin care routines. It's time to do a spring cleaning of your beauty counter and prepare your skin and body for the new season. You can get all that you need for a beauty makeover at Apothica, an online beauty boutique that carries a vast selection of high quality skin care, body care, hair care, and cosmetics products from reputable brands like Hourglass Cosmetics, Paul & Joe, Becca Makeup, Laura Geller, and Oscar Blandi.

Named after its Italian creator, the Oscar Blandi brand features innovative hair care products that have become favorites of Hollywood stars, beauty editors, and consumers. One of the most coveted Oscar Blandi product is the Pronto Dry Shampoo. Available in both spray and powder forms, it's been a top seller among those who want fresh, voluminous hair without having to wash and restyle.

A great vale buy from Apothica is the Oscar Blandi Every Other Day Dry Shampoo System. For only $48, you can get three full-size products: Instant Volumizing Shampoo, Instant Volumizing Conditioner, and Dry Shampoo Spray!

Shopping at Apothica is super easy. You can browse the store by brand, by product category, by your skin care need, or search directly for a specific product. Not only can you get guaranteed lowest prices on high-end products, you can also earn Reward Points to save even more on your next purchase! Free shipping applies to orders over $49 and every order is eligible for a 60-Day hassle-free return or refund (50-day if paid with PayPal). Give Apothica a try and you'll love it!

The Giveaway

Apothica has generously offered to give one of my lucky readers a $75 Gift Card. The gift card is also valid on Apothica's partner sites SkinCareRx and SkinBotanica. The winner will sure enjoy her beauty shopping spree!

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Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm Central Time on 4/8/11

Open to ALL*

Winner will be chosen using random.org and will have 72 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

Thanks for entering and good luck!

*Certain shipping restrictions may apply to international shoppers. 

 

Disclosure: I received a free gift card to facilitate my review. All views and opinions expressed are my own. Prize will be delivered directly by Apothica.

Embrace Spring with Pier 1 Outdoor Furniture

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Pier 1. All opinions are 100% mine.

Spring has brought us warm weather, sprouting plants, and awakening animals. It's the perfect time to go outdoors and embrace nature!  Pier 1 would like to add color and comfort to your outdoor entertainment with their newly arrived collection of outdoor furniture and decor.



These adorable Planter Butterflies and Bee & Lady Bug Yard Stakes will not only make your patio or backyard more lively, but will serve as great visual stimulants for babies and kids eager to explore their surroundings. They cost only $9.95 each.



These wind chimes are unique and beautiful. Their prices are as low as $6.95. I would definitely consider getting one for our patio. It'll be such a pleasure to read my favorite book with gentle breeze touching my hair and wind chime dancing to the music of spring.




One nice thing about Pier 1 Outdoor furniture is that it's not made solely for outdoor use.  Take these colorful pillows for instance.  They would make a comfy cushion and eye-catching decor both inside and outside your house.


Don't forget to check out the iconic Pier 1 Papasan! The collection has evolved to include Double Papasan, Swingasan and Rockasan!

If you will be in Atlanta on April 5th or New York City on April 20th, you are invited to the upcoming Pier 1 Tweetups, during which bloggers and tweeters in the area will party at Pier 1 stores and enter onsite gift card giveaways! Please use the link above to see how you may RSVP and read the recaps of previous tweetups to get a better idea of the fun events.

Free Yoplait Kids 4-Pack Yogurt Giveaway (20 Winners)!

Freebie alert! Exclusive offer from Yoplait Kids! The first 20 people to fill out the form using the widget above will each receive a coupon for a free 4-pack Yoplait Kids yogurt! This free offer won't last long. Act now!

About Yoplait Kids:

• Yoplait Kids provides an excellent source of calcium and vitamin D, and a good source of protein to help build strong bones
• Yoplait Kids yogurt has 25% less sugar than the leading kids' yogurt*
• Yoplait Kids yogurt has the delicious taste that kids love
• Yoplait Kids package size is 4-3.0 oz. cups
• Yoplait Kids yogurt is available nationwide and in three varieties: Strawberry, Strawberry Banana and Vanilla
• Packaging features kids' favorite characters like Dora the Explorer, Lightning McQueen from the hit movie "Cars" and the Disney Princesses

*Yoplait Kids has 9 grams of sugar per ever 3-ounces. The leading kids' yogurt has 13 grams of sugar per every 3-ounces.

Disclosure: Yoplait provided me with this opportunity, information and product samples/coupons through MyBlogSpark.

DealPop USA Giveaway: Trendy Tadpole Deal & $20 Visa Gift Card!

~~The giveaway is now CLOSED. Congrats to winner Alice!~~

The new deal on DealPop USA is 50% off Trendy Tadpole children's clothes. From today through 3/31, you can get $32 worth of products from Trendy Tadpole for only $16. This is a hot deal and over 30 vouchers were sold within hours of launch!

Here are more details:

• $16 for $32 worth of online merchandise from Trendy Tadpole
• Hip tops for trendy tots including snap suits for infants and babies
• $1 ground shipping
• Featured in US Weekly and Parenting magazines

To sweeten the deal, DealPop provides me with a unique coupon code: TRENDYTADPOLE20, which gives you an additional 20% off the deal until March 31st! This means you could get the deal for only $12.80 and save more to cover the cost of shipping. This offer allows for instant redemption, which means the voucher can be used immediately.

More on Tendy Tadpole: Trendy Tadpole is a high end, quality baby, kid, and adult clothing company. They use 100% cotton shirts that are made in the U.S. and give special attention to the quality of each shirt.

The Giveaway

DealPop USA has generously offered to give one of my lucky readers a $20 Visa gift card or $25 account credit, which means the winner will be able to get at least two Trendy Tadpole products completely FREE! Even if you're not interested in this deal, you can apply the credit towards any future deals on the site. Please note that the winner is required to create an account in order to redeem her prize.

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Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm Central Time on 3/30/11

Open to US Residents Only

Winner will be chosen using random.org and will have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

Thanks for entering and good luck!

Disclosure: I received free account credits to facilitate my review. All views and opinions expressed are my own. Prize will be delivered directly by DealPop USA.

Streamline Refinance at MilitaryVALoan.com

Are you from a military family on the lookout for credible financial service regarding homeownership or debt consolidation? Check out MilitaryVALoan.com to get all the help you may need. Created and owned by experienced mortgage loan brokers/officers who are also veterans, Military VA Loan is committed to providing the best VA streamline refinance program in the country. The company's mission is to help active duty military personnel and prior service veterans to achieve their financial goals with the necessary tools and resources.

The VA streamline refinance program, also known as an interest rate reduction loan (IRRL) is a government backed home mortgage loan for veterans who have an existing VA loan. Besides, MilitaryVALoan.com also offers no down-payment mortgage loans for veterans who want to buy a new home, home equity loans, personal non-mortgage backed loan and auto loans. Be sure to obtain your Certificate of Eligibility before you apply for a VA loan. You may learn more about VA Home Loans at VAHomeLoans.net.

Disclosure: The contents of this post were based on information provided on the featured website. I'm not affiliated with the company and have not tried their services personally.

Save with Walgreens Brand Health & Wellness Products

This is a compensated post written by me on behalf of Walgreens. All opinions are 100% mine.

One of the top listed money-saving tips is to buy store brand products in lieu of their name brand equivalents, but many people are reluctant to try a store brand because they are skeptical of its quality. As a frequent user of store brand products, I can attest to the fact that there are a good number of store brands that are trust worthy. Their products are of great quality although they are often characterized with a plain look and a lower price tag. Walgreens Brand Health & Wellness Products are one of those that I would like to recommend.


I recently had the opportunity to try out Walgreens Brand Oil-Free Acne Wash and am really impressed with its quality. It's non-irritating and does not overdry my skin. My face feels clean and comfortable after use. It also features a pleasant scent. According to its product label, it includes ingredients comparable to those of Neutrogena acne wash. It costs only $4.99. You can save even more by purchasing two bottles at a time.
Purchase of every Walgreens Brand Health & Wellness Product supports bringing preventive wellness services to local communities through the Walgreens Way to Well Fund™. Walgreens will contribute up to $3 million annually to the Walgreens Way to Well Fund™, which will provide free preventive health tests as well as other health and wellness services and education to local communities. Some of those services will include preventive health tests through the National Urban League Health & Wellness Tour and vouchers redeemable in select stores.
Have you tried any Walgreens Brand Health & Wellness Products? Feel free to share your experience with us.

As Seen on Oprah FootzyRolls Foldable Shoes Giveaway

~~The giveaway is now CLOSED. Congrats to winner Wendy!~~

Do you love the look of high-heeled shoes but can't stand the pains and discomfort they may cause to your feet? I know many women prefer to carry an extra pair of shoes with them on the days they have to wear stilettos, in order to liberate their hurting feet whenever possible. But they often face another challenge: most shoes are too big to fit in any of their favorite purses or clutches. Two ingenious women Jenifer and Sarah Caplan, came up with a smart solution to this common problem and introduced FootzyRolls, rollable, foldable shoes that will keep women fashionable without sacrificing comfort!

FootzyRolls are designed to be rolled up and fit in almost anywhere: from the glove compartment, to a work desk, to a tiny evening bag, to the classic Mommy carry-all bag. They are always there to provide instant relief for pained feet! FootzyRolls come in a variety of styles and colors. The newest line–The Candy Striper (as pictured above)–is not only trendy with stripes in three colors: Red, Blue, and Black, but includes a removable bow that allows the user to customize their shoes.

There are over 18 styles and colors to choose from at footzyrolls.com. You can get a pair for as low as $19.99. The company recently launched a great line of Fashionable Fixes, such as bra clips and apparel tape. FootzyRolls were featured in Oprah Magazine's 2009 Holiday Gift Guide "The O List" and they are loved by fashion-forward celebrities like Beyonce, Blake Lively, Catherine Zeta Jones, Kristen Bell, Rihanna and more.

The Giveaway

FootzyRolls has generously offered to give one of my lucky readers a pair of FootzyRolls Rollable, Foldable Shoes! The winner may choose her favorite style and color!

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Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm Central Time on 3/31/11

Open to ALL!

Winner will be chosen using random.org and will have 72 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

Thanks for entering and good luck!

Disclosure: I was not compensated in any form for hosting this giveaway. FootzyRolls will be solely responsible for shipping the prize directly to the winner.

DealPop USA Giveaway: $14 Worth of Children's Books & Toys (Ends 3/23)

~~The giveaway is now closed. Congrats to winner Kristy!~~

I've noticed a rapid increase in the number of daily deals shopping site in the past year. Some are location based, some focus on specific category of products, and some target particular consumer groups. This is great for shoppers who are looking to save big without sacrificing quality.

I was recently introduced to DealPop USA, which offers nationwide deals on quality brands for up to 70% off retail prices. All deals can be purchased and enjoyed by anyone and anywhere in the U.S and are delivered electronically. Most deals are available for an average of 3 to 7 days.

From now through 3/24, DealPop USA is offering 50% off classic children's books and educational toys from Slimy Bookworm! Here are more details:

• $7 for $14 worth of books and toys at the Slimy Bookworm
• Books for kids ages 0-12
• Categories include education and fantasy
• Puzzles, toys, and plush animals based on children’s book characters
• Voucher can be applied towards shipping

To sweeten the deal, DealPop provides me with a unique coupon code: SLIMYBOOKWORM, which gives you an additional 20% off the deal until March 24th!

More on Slimy Bookworm: Slimy Bookworm offers a wide but well edited and browsable selection for all kinds of kids, from board-book-chewing toddlers to fantasy-loving tweens. The store also offers parenting titles as well as bath books, puzzles, and plush animals and dolls based on popular children’s book characters. 20% of Slimy Bookworm’s profits go to funding literacy.

The Giveaway

DealPop USA has generously offered to give one of my lucky readers $7 account credit, which means the winner will be able to get $14 worth of children's books and toys completely FREE! Even if you're not interested in this deal, you can apply the credit towards any future deals on the site. Please note that the winner will need to create an account in order to redeem her prize.

Required Entry: Leave a comment telling me which store you'd like to see DealPop USA offer a deal for. Feel free to check out past deals on the site and suggest a "comeback" for an expired deal. (Please leave a valid email address in your comment or make sure one is visible in your blogger profile).

Extra Entries (optional): please make sure you do the required entry first! Please leave a separate comment for each extra entry, i.e. 1 comment=1 entry.

• Create an account on DealPop USA and leave the email you used, or your Facebook name if applicable (3 extra entries)
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• Follow Me on Twitter AND tweet the following message (1 extra entry per day) Yes! You may tweet once daily to increase your chances:

RT @luckytoddler 48-hour #giveaway! #Win $14 worth of children's #books & #toys from DealPop USA! http://bit.ly/sbwdl #contest #sweeps
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• Blog about this giveaway and link back to this post. Then leave the link in your comment (1 extra entry for mentioning this giveaway on your blog; 3 extra entries for a separate blog post).

Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm Central Time on 3/23/11

Open to US Residents Only

Winner will be chosen using random.org and will have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

Thanks for entering and good luck!

Disclosure: I received free account credits to facilitate my review. All views and opinions expressed are my own. Prize will be delivered directly by DealPop USA.

Free Playtex Sports Body Wipe Samples

Crowdtap is looking for women aged 13-45 to sample the all-new Playtex Sports Body Wipes. Feel free to apply for both yourself and the female teenager in your family by following the appropriate links below.

• Women ages 13-17

• Women ages 18-24

• Women ages 25-45

This sampling opportunity is only open until 3/24. Be sure to apply before then. By joining this sampling event you will become a member of Crowdtap and be invited to future product testing opportunities. Good luck!

You may read about my recent experience with the Old Navy sampling event to see why I love Crowdtap so much!

Get Prepared for Flu Season with Advil Congestion Relief

The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) recently reported in USA Today that the flu season is circulating in all 50 states and widespread in 37. It's important to keep the right supplies on hand in case it hits your household.

One of the annoying symptoms of flu is nasal congestion. Do you know that oftentimes the real cause of congestion is swelling due to nasal inflammation rather than mucus? I didn't until very recently. That explains why sometimes nothing came out when you tried to blow your nose to relieve congestion. In fact, a recent poll revealed that 79% of Americans are not aware that “inflamed nasal passages” are a potential cause of nasal congestion.

Advil® Congestion Relief is a new solution for the real problem. It combines the power of Advil® and an effective decongestant, to provide relief from sinus pressure, nasal swelling, congestion, and headaches. You can find Advil® Congestion Relief at major retailers nationwide. One2One Network sent me some sample packets of this new product for review. Although (thankfully) I haven't had the need to use any, I enjoy the peace of mind they provide, knowing that I have the right sinus medicine in my cabinet.

Disclosure: I received free product samples and coupons for writing this post. Basic product facts were provided by One2One Network. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

Tax Advice from Master Lock & Secure Storage Box Giveaway

~~The giveaway is now CLOSED. Congrats to winner Doreen!~~

Tax Day is just one month away. Have you finished filing your taxes? Master Lock, the leading provider of secure document storage products, has put together five tips to help you organize and safely store important documents for a stress-free tax filing process. I can't wait to share them with you!

1. Purge the paperwork
First things first – clear the clutter. Go through all paperwork and eliminate anything you no longer need, shredding identifying documents to protect against identity theft. Get rid of expired warranties and year-old receipts and bank statements.

2. Safely store crucial records
Designate a specific storage space for vital documents including birth certificates, marriage licenses, passports, wills and social security cards. These items, as well as any important memorabilia, should be stored in a locked, fire retardant box such as Master Lock’s 7142D storage box. Not only will you always know where these items are, they’ll be safe from home mishaps.

3. Create a tax file
Create a separate file for all of your tax documents. We recommend a customizable, portable filing solution such as Master Lock’s 7148D storage box for simple and easy transport to and from meeting with your accountant or tax advisor. Organize this file into 10 categories: income (pay stubs, W-2s, interest statements), medical (medical expenses and health insurance out-of-pocket), donations (cash and non-cash donations), real estate (interest statements from mortgage, tax assessments), child care (payment receipts), tax correspondence (important IRS or state revenue service letters), student loans (statements of payment), miscellaneous receipts (any receipts that might be needed for deductions), payments (records of advance payments) and old tax papers (old tax returns). Continue to use your tax file year-round, and you won’t have to scramble for these documents when it comes time to file next year. 

4. Back up everything
Make digital copies of important documents and store them in your fireproof box on a zip or thumb drive. Use a secure online organization and security solution, such as the Master Lock Vault to store log-in and password information for bank accounts and credit cards as well as lock combinations or key numbers to your file boxes. Consider appointing a guardian as an additional security measure who knows where and how your records are stored for easy access in your absence.

5. Make it a tradition
Select a specific time of year (perhaps when tax time rolls around again) and make your review of these records an annual occurrence. This will ensure your information is streamlined and up-to-date and that finding or organizing this information is never an overwhelming process again.

Here are some major features of the storage boxes mentioned in the tips:

• Large locking security chest with fire retardant insulation

• 4" (10.2cm) x 13-1/4" (33.7cm) x 10-3/4" (27.3cm)

• Durable steel construction stands up to daily use

• Key lock to protect and secure your personal documents

• Fits standard-size documents

• Handle for convenient carrying

• Includes 2 keys

• Locking file box

• 6" (15.2cm) x 13-1/2" (34.3cm) x 10-1/2" (26.7cm)

• Durable steel construction stands up to daily use

• Key lock to protect and secure your personal documents

• Includes 2 keys

I received a 7148D storage box for review. I'm impressed with how sturdy yet lightweight it is. All my file folders and letter sized documents can fit in easily. It comes with two locks for added security. It's highly portable given the upright design and firm handle. It's definitely a great document storage box that we can use all year round!

The Giveaway

Master Lock has generously offered to give one of my lucky readers a Secure Document Storage Box. The winner may choose between 7142D (ARV $30.00) & 7148D (ARV $19.99), the two models featured above.

Required Entry: Leave a comment telling me what you would use the box for if you win. Easy-peasy!(Please leave a valid email address in your comment or make sure one is visible in your blogger profile).

Extra Entries (optional): please make sure you do the required entry first! Please leave a separate comment for each extra entry, i.e. 1 comment=1 entry.

• Like Master Lock on Facebook and leave your name here (1 extra entry)
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• Follow my blog publicly via Google Friends Connect (1 extra entry)
• Subscribe to my feed via email and leave your email address (1 extra entry)
• Follow Me on Twitter AND tweet the following message (1 extra entry per day) Yes! You may tweet once daily to increase your chances:

RT @luckytoddler #Win a Master Lock secure storage box of your choice & get #tax tips! http://bit.ly/mlssb #contest #giveaway #sweeps
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• Apply to join Social Spark and leave your user name (3 extra entries) New signups only. Both bloggers and business owners are welcome to join! It's a great platform to connect bloggers with businesses and help bloggers make money.
• Join VirtaPay and leave you user name (1 extra entry) New signups only. You will receive free $25 in your account upon signup, which can be used toward any online purchase.
• Join Nanoosa and leave the email you use (2 extra entries) New signups only. You will receive free $5 in your account and get cashback for online shopping.
• Join Crowdtap and leave your user name (1 extra entry) New signups only. You will receive free $1 and start earning cash for answering polls and testing new products.
• "Like" me on Facebook and leave your FB name (1 extra entry)
• Follow me on Networked Blogs and leave your name (1 extra entry)
• Add me as your friend on Facebook and leave your name (1 extra entry)
• Grab my button and tell me where to find it (1 extra entry)
• Blog about this giveaway and link back to this post. Then leave the link in your comment (1 extra entry for mentioning this giveaway on your blog; 3 extra entries for a separate blog post).

Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm Central Time on 3/25/11

Open to US & Canadian Residents

Winner will be chosen using random.org and will have 72 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen.

Thanks for entering and good luck!

Disclosure: I received free product to facilitate my honest review. The tax advice was provided by Master Lock. No monetary exchange took place. All views and opinions expressed are my own.