GIVEAWAY CLOSED!

I find it amazing that The Whimsical Stork was born out of a brainstorming session at Starbucks. Don’t you agree that only mommies can handle such a wonderful feat? And that was exactly how lawyer turned mompreneur Julia Hall founded her business.

About The Whimsical Stork:

The Whimsical Stork, LLC is a mom-owned business dedicated to providing quality, handmade baby gifts and celebratory yard decoration rentals. All of our stork rental and birthday rental decorations are handpainted (you’ll notice that no two are exactly alike) with much love. Our minky dot bunnies and minky lined blankets have been tested by our own children and designed to be practical as well as beautiful. None of our baby gifts are drop-shipped from a manufacturer, all of our gifts are handmade by women in small quantities with great attention to detail and lots of love.

There are so many adorable products on this site that it is quite difficult to pick a favourite item. Check out the beautiful handmade yellow and white tutu which is just perfect for the little angel or princess. You will also love the handmade Whimsical Minky Lined Blankets which comes with FREE personalization and suitable for all purpose. Every blanket ordered will be wrapped in tulle, tied with a big bow and a gift card will also be included. Tell me if this isn’t one of the best gift for a baby!

Rest assured The Whimsical Stork is not all about the baby only, as mommies are not forgotten. You know how often we mommies are never equipped with pen and paper at the right time? Well, the mommy calling cards here are just perfect to hand out for playdates, nurseries, to give to your kids’ teachers or even to promote your business. This is definitely a must-have for busy parents and I know I sure can’t live without my calling cards.

BUY IT : Honestly, I can go on and on about the cute Minky Dot Bunnies, their perfect gift sets, beautiful and practical burp cloths and so much more. You just have to visit The Whimsical Stork and check it out for yourselves.

WIN IT : Now, here’s a chance for you to win a giveaway of your choice! Visit www.thewhimsicalstork.com and choose your favourite item from the following:

1. Mommy Calling Cards
2. Tutu
3. Blanket

To enter for the giveaway, here’s what you need to do:

• Subscribe to Parent Reviewers or blog about this giveaway with a link back to this post. If you are our current subscriber, please let us know OR if you blog about this giveaway, please leave your post url.
• Leave a comment below to let us know which item (out of the 3) that you would like to win
• Additional 3 entries if you Stumble this post with a review.
• Giveaway is open to any location that the USPS is able to deliver.
• Giveaway closes on 30th September 2008 and winner will be selected using the random.org number generator.

ISBN-10: 1558323066

ISBN-13: 978-1558323063

There are so many pregnancy books out there that I was kind of skeptical when asked to review Joy Of Pregnancy.  Coming from an author who is a longtime perinatal nurse, I had expected Tori Kropp’s book to overwhelm me with complicated medical information but instead, she captures the excitement, fun, anticipation and joy during this special time in one’s life. I found her lighthearted and encouraging tone very refreshing, which is definitely a plus for readers who are pregnant for the first time.

Joy of Pregnancy is divided into chapters which explains what’s happening to your body and the various stages of your baby’s development. In the book, Tori encourages pregnant women to focus on the positive aspect of pregnancy rather than worry about the rare complications that might happen within these nine months. I am sure first time pregnant moms will find this book reassuring. There is also a useful and practical monthly rundown of what you can do to prepare for your baby’s arrival. Another positive feature of Joy Of Pregnancy  is that it can be shared by a couple as expectant dads are not left out - There’s even a section dedicated just for the daddies to be!

About the Author, Tori Kropp:

Tori Kropp, R.N. is a perinatal nurse who has delivered thousands of babies at the prestigious California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. She is the founder of Stork Site^®, a community website for expectant and new parents, which she will relaunch in January 2008 at www.storksite.net. Known as “the Dear Abby of pregnancy,” Kropp has been interviewed on national television and radio and in national print publications, including CNN, The Wall Street Journal, New York Post, Washington Times, Atlanta Journal Constitution and Chicago Sun-Times. She lives in Marin County, California, with her family.

BUY IT : The Joy of Pregnancy is available for purchase via: 

• Amazon.com
• Barnes & Noble
• Indie Bound
• Powell’s
• Books a Million

Why not read how our Parent Reviewers felt about Joy Of Pregnancy?

Loving Heart Mommy – This book is extremely up to date, there was a lot I read in the book that I hadn’t even heard about before! Just as times are changing so is each and every pregnancy! Even now on my third pregnancy I am no “expert” and there is always new knowledge to be obtained , this book is a must no matter how many children you have. I would also recommend that the Father of your child read this book either alone or along with you as a great way to be supportive in your pregnancy. What I’m getting at here is this is definately a “must-have” book for anyone that is considering becoming pregnant or is pregnant! Loving Heart Mommy highly recommends it!

Mommy Meryl Must Haves - Let me begin by simply asking, WHERE WAS THIS BOOK WHEN I WAS PREGNANT?

If you are pregnant, The Joy of Pregnancy, by Tori Kropp, R.N. is a must have for you! If you know someone pregnant, please buy this book for him or her – they will love you for it! This is a book about enjoying and celebrating pregnancy – not worrying someone with too much medical jargon of what things might or might not happen to you when you are pregnant.

Sassy Frazz - I think that **Tori Kropp did a great job informing pregnant moms about what to expect, what to do to prepare, what is “normal” and how to get ready for our little baby. **Tori has many years of experience working with pregnant women, so I think she is a pillar of information and experience. I recommend this book to all women in their first pregnancy all the way to their last pregnancy. I think this book would make a great gift to a new momma, too!

Mrs.Mogul – The book is written by Tori Kropp, a childbirth educator and nurse (so she is experienced). I did find The Joy of Pregnancy a little bit too technical and not very personal, but if you’re looking for a manual and something other than the 8th million updated version of What To Expect When You’re Expecting then it’s for you.

Shake The Salt – If you are expecting, I would recommend picking up a copy of Tori Kropp’s The Joy Of Pregnancy.  I don’t think you will find a more easily digested, practical resource for your pregnancy.

Atomic Mama – Cue “The Joy of Pregnancy” written by Tori Kropp, RN! This book is amazing, reassuring, and is an incredibly easy read. Tori teaches her readers to slow down, stop worrying and enjoy the pregnancy! The book goes over what is and isn’t safe during pregnancy (including Europe vs. United States!) and includes a question and answer section. There is even a large section for “Dad’s” right in the middle of the book!

Crumley Family Blog – I’ll interrupt here and tell you I do recommend this book. However, I don’t recommend reading it all in one sitting. In my opinion, it is a reference book to be referred to as you get to each stage in your pregnancy.

The chapters are divided up by four week increments, giving an overview of development of baby and mom, interjecting the author’s personal experience (she’s a nurse and a mom), and letting the reader in on different choices to be made during the nine month journey.

First off, my apologies for posting the results a little late. There were more entries than usual and we needed to ensure every entry was accounted for.

Anyway, Congratulations to the winners of the following contests:

$25 Sew Cute Gift Certificate 

 Katherine Newton was selected with her entry that said…..

I love the hoodies like a lot of the other people who commented. Hoodies are comfortable, warm..and classic.

A 2nd draw was done as the 1st winner did not get back to us. So, once again, congrates to

Rebekah C who told us…

Sweet giveaway! I’d just love tow in so I could put the money towards one of those adorable monogramed hoodies. =)

See Me Read Kit

Saph @ Walk With Me who said….

I think this would be great for my daughter. She loves looking at pictures and this would help her to read.

Piggy Plater Starter Set

The Mamahood who told us…..

My kids would love the Orange Sherbet and Tracing the Alphabet! This is such a cool product!

Emails will be sent out to winners and we will be expecting a reply latest by 7th September 2008. Should there be no reply by the deadline, we will be doing a second random draw.

THANK YOU to everyone who participated.

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