This is a family blog created by me with the intention of keeping my family updated on all that we have going on. I had intended this for creating a “scrapbook” of events that my kids will one day be able to look back on. Please remember that I do this in my spare time and this is NOT my full time job. I am a mother of 2, a wife, and full-time college student. I am currently employed full time as a nurse. At the same time, I love my blog and my readers. I am dedicated to writing about the entertaining aspects of my life. I love sharing tips and tricks that make life easier and more fun for moms.. and the occasional dad reader!
I am very open-minded to the type of products on the market and I will assume that my readers are to, as they are still following. Pitch me your ideas. I reserve the right to refuse any product I do not deem suitable for my blog.
General Review Guidelines
- I do all of my reviews free of charge.
- I do require a sample of the product in order to provide the best quality review. I do not except photos of a product, Press Releases, E-books, or mp3 downloads. If you would prefer to publish a press release on my blog, please click here to read my fees.
- I am not responsible for shipping costs related to review items. I also request that giveaway prizes be sent by sponsor rather then sent to me for shipment.
- I always try to be timely with my reviews. I will let you know when I receive the product as well as a tentative time frame for blog publish. Estimated time is 1-4 weeks. Book reviews can be expected in 6-8 weeks.
- I will email you links of the finished product on the day the review posts.
- I reserve the right to refuse a post if I feel that the item received was not a good fit for my family or blog. In this case, items can be returned, but I will not pay shipping.
- I must receive a print copy of the media in which you would like reviewed. I do have genre preferences, but I am open to all pitches.
- I like to give a rough estimate of 6-8 weeks for book reviews but that time can vary based on the number of books on my schedule as well as the length of your work. I will provide details specific for you upon receipt of the book.
I love to host giveaways on my blog. If a product cannot be arranged for giveaway, please note that my readers also love a good coupon code and/or free shipping offer!!
Please Note: I will not return any products sent to me unless arrangements are made prior to me receiving the product. I will NOT be responsible for shipping.
Please keep in mind that I have 2 children and work full time as a nurse. Some days are crazier than others. I always strive to put forth quality work that the sponsor will love.
Testimonials
– “I was really exceptionally pleased with your review and the time and effort that you clearly put into it. It was above and beyond most of the blog reviews that we have done. Great job!” — Anna from Fresh Organics
– “I love, love, love your review! honestly, we get blog reviews all the time, but I really enjoyed yours. I especially like … ‘Yes my friends, I am GUILTY of eating chips and watching “The Biggest Loser”.. hehe!! But…. thanks to popchips I have found a healthier and super delicious way to enjoy one of my favorite snacks.’ so great! Thanks so much for spreading the love!” –Corinne from popchips
– “It was a pleasure working with Kati, from Country Girl, City Life blog. Kati was very organized and quickly got our companies review and giveaway featured on her blog. Her post was very well written, and a joy to read. I would recommend this blog to anyone looking to have their product reviewed.” — Amanda from iStyleoriginals
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99% of my followers are female with only 1% being male
Of that, about 57% have 1+ children, 30% are expecting, and 13% have no children at all.
76% of my readers are from the US and 22% are from Canada leaving >2% from other countries
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Winners
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Hello,
I would love to talk to you about your review of Eat Cleaner. Currently, the company is represented by our PR firm and the owner would like to get some further insight into your frustrations with the shopping cart. Please email me back at your convenience so we can further discuss your thoughts. Thanks!
Best,
Genna
I would be happy to give one of True Texas Scents Candles as a drawing prize to your readers. Their choice of any one of my scents in this line of candles.I have somewhere close to 50 in the western line and around 125 in my other line of candles.