The Mogul Mom’s Daily Grommet Contest

TummyTankz is your next Daily Grommet! Forget buying expensive, limited use maternity clothes or bulky nursing covers. TummyTankz offers an affordable, versatile and eco-friendly alternative.

Specially designed to offer the most versatility and stretch, TummyTankz can be worn below bra, over belly and on hips to convert pre-pregnancy clothes into comfortable maternity wear by covering belly when shirts are too short and covers/holds up pants that are unbuttoned. For nursing, wear below bra as layered “shirt” for easy access nursing, covering bare skin during feeding.

And, TummyTankz extends far beyond pregnancy & nursing offering a fun way to spice up any outfit easily. Wear as tube top, hipster, layered look or create your own style.
http://www.TummyTankz.com

Thanks for such a great contest that offers a unique way to gain exposure. The Grommet submissions both on the Daily Grommet and here on Mogul Mom are super inspiring.

How funny to see the old Rambler in your video! My mother owned the same car (in burgundy even) when my dad met her. Sorry for my previously obnoxious link. I forgot the end tag. It should have looked more like this:

I would like to nominate my own dad’s product for the Daily Grommet. OZOFire is a clean, green bio-fuel for indoor ventless fireplaces. After my dad bought an indoor fireplace, the alcohol that the manufacturer recommended be used started giving him horrible headaches from the release of the toxic fumes. While looking for a safe fuel, he learned that bio-ethanol fuels must be approved by the TTB and Department of Transportation (DOT), a lengthy process – and therefore were virtually non-existent. Many beautiful fireplaces are being sold in the USA without a source for a certified safe fuel, so he saw this as an opportunity. With the help of his chemist friend, they developed a clean-burning, eco-friendly, safe bio-ethanol fireplace fuel – and his website was born!

Hopefully, Heather can just delete the other one.

I’m loving dotmine group’s family_time.mine planner, a school year planner that’s fashionable and functional. The styles change annually to match current trends, plus the master calendar that allows me to track my schedule alongside those of my family members is a sanity-saver. I really love the seasonal planner, too — no more rewriting the same standing practices, meetings and play groups week after week. Check it out: http://www.timemine.com

My submission for a fabulous Daily Grommet would be the Azula! This fashionable mat was originally designed to prevent swimsuit snags when sitting on rough poolside surfaces. It’s lightweight and water resistant, making it perfect for use when sitting on damp stadium bleachers, grass at outdoor festivals and picnics, keeping sand off your swimsuit at the beach, and protecting legs from hot leather car seats. The Azula is machine washable making it ideal for catching spills in infant car seats. Just roll the Azula up, tie with the built-in cord, and toss in your bag for use anywhere you don’t want your bottom hot, wet, or cold. Check out all the patterns at http://www.myazula.com

New World Greetings-Original Poetry for Every Occasion — A Daily Grommet to bring joy and celebration with a gift you won’t find in any store Unique Gift Idea and Book by owner/creator of New World Greeting Cards
How long do you spend in the greeting card aisle looking and looking and looking for that perfect card but can’t find one which expresses the sentiments you want to say to that special someone. Or if you’re a frazzled bride wondering what to say on your save the date, invitations and those all important thank you cards–wondering what to give your maid of honor or how to express thanks to those special people who helped make your special day fabulous. You’re looking high and low d looking for that wedding unique weddine favor that won’t break the bank. Wondering how to pay tribute to someone on their milestone birthday? What about a gift for that special couple who has everything and don’t need yet another toaster for their wedding day? Are you looking for a unique way to promote your business or to say thank you to your loyal clients? The answer to all of these queries is an original poem from New World Greeting Cards http://www.newworldgreetings.com. Each poem is as unique as a snowflake. It’s easy and affordable from the comfort of your own home. I partner with many different vendors to find the format which will meet your budget and your style. As a social worker for over 25 years, it is easy for me to help you articulate what it is you want to express. I weave it into an original, personalized poem weaving in those exquisite details that make each poem one of a kind. The poems bring joy and celebration to every occasion. At New World Greeting Cards, “It’s more than a card, it’s a gift from the heart.”
In addition to original poetry created for every occasion, I have a book of original, inspirational poetry:
“New World Greetings:Inspirational Poetry and Musings for a New World” Do you remember the joy that the rhythm and whimsy of Dr. Seuss brought to you as a child and to your children? He brought me not only joy but a way to cope with endless hours of physical therapy after I contracted paralytic polio as a child. When I was diagnosed with post polio syndrome, I returned to poetry as a source of my own healing. The book “New World Greetings:Inspirational Poetry and Musings for a New World” was borne out of this life crisis. Although I am not formally trained as a poet, my poetry reflects the rhyming scheme of Dr. Seuss. The poems in New World Greetings:Inspirational Poetry and Musings for a New World take you through my journey of transformation. These poems overflowing with positive intentions and messages of hope and healing inspired me to heal mind, body and spirit and fueled my journey from post polio patient to Boston Marathon Finisher!

So come take a journey with me and feel the love of the Divine. Travel to places in your heart and mind and leave all of your worries behind. Turn off the TV and radio and tune out from the bad news that permeates the airwaves; curl up with my book of inspirational poetry and enter a new world overflowing with healing, love, joy, peace and whimsy. Read the inspiring words from the heart of a true survivor; of a woman who refused to give up despite the mountain which loomed ahead and read the poems which helped me to heal my life

Thanks to Heather and Jules for running this great contest. I love reading about all these great businesses.

I would like to submit mail4kids. We all know that kids love to get mail and they also love to collect things. mail4kids addresses these two loves with collectable, fun and educational mail. Each month our subscribers receive a collector’s card and activity sheet in the mail.
Each card has an image from one of our 12 categories on the front and educational information about that image on the back. The activity sheet continues the theme of the card and enhances the learning.

Each subscriber can choose to include the Deluxe Starter Kit in their order, which includes the personalized collector’s box, index cards with the categories on them, a start to the collection and a special welcome gift.

Each subscriber also receives a special gift in the mail on their birthdays and special holidays through out the year.

Thank you for considering mail4kids,

Sherri-Lee

Thanks to Heather and Jules for running this great contest. I love reading about these great businesses and about The Rambler!! Too cool.

Product Category: mail/email-order gifts

I’d like to nominate Sock Grams.

During these tough economic times, the need to reach out to loved-ones doesn’t go away, it’s quite the contrary. So as gift-givers scour the proverbial shelves for something that’s quality, different, fun…but fits their pocketbook, our bet is, if folks find Sock Grams, they’ll find a great gift solution.

A Sock Gram is exactly what it sounds like: a gift-wrapped package containing a card, personal greeting, pair of crazy, fun, novelty socks and an added treat, delivered right to the recipient’s mailbox. The adult Sock Grams include a packet of foot balm and the children’s Sock Grams include a packet of stickers.

Sock Gram shoppers pair a greeting card for any occasion with pretty, fuzzy or silly socks for anyone. The growing selection of novelty socks come in patterns and colors for women, men, children and babies. Cards are available for holidays and occasions, and can be personalized with a message. The ability to choose both card and socks provides a unique way to reach out to each and every recipient.

Why is sending a Sock Gram different than other mail order gifts? A Sock Gram has no calories and requires no watering. Sock Grams last the whole year through, and longer. Gift givers can craft the Sock Gram to the recipient’s interests, given the myriad of patterns and themes of the socks.

Sock Grams is a resourceful, innovative way to send personal greetings and lasting smiles that won’t break the bank.

I am delighted to submit the Mama Says, “No More Frozen Pizza!” recipe collection for the Daily Grommet Product Discovery.

Product Category: Food/Drink, Household, Back-to-School

The Story:
As a mother your ‘job’ is never done. You do your best to raise them from diapers, through school and into their first apartment. And then you wonder and worry…will they eat frozen or delivered pizza everynight!??!

Most traditional cookbooks offer too many options and not enough pictures of the finished dishes.

The Mama Says, ‘No More Frozen Pizza!’ recipe collection is hip and practical – and earns rave reviews from new cooks!

It Only Looks Like A Pizza Box…
Mama Says, “No More Frozen Pizza!” is a collection of favorite recipes from ‘Mom’ packaged in a retro pizza box. Inside are quick and delicious recipes for main dishes, sides and salads tailored to those with limited budgets and time to cook. It’s the ideal cookbook for busy young professionals, recent college graduates, and those finding their way in the kitchen.

The basics:
- Price: $18.99 (+ s/h)
- Available online: http://www.mamasays.us and amazon.com
- Woman-owned business (created by two Moms with kids who called (often) home to request recipes)
- Includes photos of each complete dish –on laminated cards!
- 2% of proceeds donated to programs that assist American families in need with meals and access to food via projects with Food Banks and other community programs

Bonus Feature: From the Mama Says website, users can download suggested list of Pantry and Kitchen Essentials along with grocery lists for the recipes!

Thank you for your consideration — and for helping us to encourage young adults to cook healthy and delicious meals for themselves rather than eating take-out or frozen meals — it’s good for their wallet and their waistline.

Our website: http://www.mamasays.us
Our blog: http://www.mamasays.us/blog

Sincerely,

Lynn & Iris
Mama Says
Atlanta, GA
@Mama_Says

Holy smokes, yes Sara, with 11 children I think I would feel the same way, what a woman! Heather, that is a really funny nickname “Piglet pants”!!!

I would love for OnTray to be a feature on Daily Grommet. OnTray is a BPA free plastic container that easily attaches to the handlebar of the shopping cart, facing the child in the seat part of the cart. OnTray allows you to place your child’s favorite snack or small toy in it, encouraging their independence and freeing up your hands to shop more efficiently! OnTray was created by me after I had a not so enjoyable experience with my three young boys at the time. OnTray helps make shopping with young children more enjoyable!

I know a lot of Daily Grommet reader’s would enjoy learning more about OnTray. Please visit http://www.ontray2go.com for more information. Thank you for your consideration.

If I am allowed to submit more than one product I have another one that has been a great, innovative product for our website. The MilkSaver by Milkies. This product was invented to collect the breast milk that leaks on the opposite side while you nurse that would otherwise go to waste. Perhaps the best way to explain it would be to direct you to the blog post I wrote about it here after I used it for the first time: http://blog.mom4life.com/mom_4_life/2009/08/the-milksaver-is-fabulous-.html. Not sure if it would be a topic you want to talk about via video but it is a pretty cool product and we sold out of our first shipment right away (more are coming).

Thanks! Heather

So fun to see these keep flowing in and I cracked up at the Flat Belly conversation….while I SERIOUSLY wished I could have had that after my three deliveries. I thought of something like that back then, but never sought out a solution, or realized even a girdle would be in the right neighborhood. I bet all the celebrities are wearing these. Have you seen Sarah Jessica Parker in the latest photos? Twins in June. Skinny rail in September.
.-= Jules Pieri´s last blog ..Vitality GlowCaps – Prescription Adherence Device =-.

I would like to submit the Kowalli Baby Carrier Cover for consideration to the Daily Grommet contest. Thanks to Heather and the Daily Grommet for bringing light to so many interesting products!

Product category: Children’s items/Accessories

How many times have you seen this scenario? It’s a chilly fall day, and there’s a proud new mom carrying her baby in a soft carrier like the Ergo or the Baby Bjorn. In an effort to keep her baby warm, she has tucked a blanket around its legs. As she walks, wishing her baby was as warm as she under her down jacket, the unruly blanket falls off, revealing baby’s shivering legs. Alternatively, this new mom has resorted to wearing her husband’s coat, and is struggling to zip it around the baby’s body.

This is why I, as a mother of a 13-month-old boy, started Kowalli Baby Carrier Covers. After making one for my baby, I found myself swarmed by parents and grandparents asking me where I had gotten it. As a medieval historian by training, I didn’t have a background in business or manufacturing. But with a new baby and no traditional job, I had a little more spare time than in the past. I used it to learn the ropes of manufacturing, and to help new moms and dads keep warm and close to their babies with the Kowalli Baby Carrier Cover.

Here, in brief, is what makes the Kowalli different from other carrier covers:

• It covers parent and child together. Most other carriers cover only the baby, undermining the proven advantages of baby-wearing. With the Kowalli, you remain in close contact. And as a parent, I want to be warm too!
• It will fit anyone who puts it on – This means one Kowalli for the whole family.
• It can be used in temperatures ranging from cool to very cold, just by varying your layers.
• It is well-priced. At $59, it is more economical than other carrier covers.
• Kowalli uses only the highest quality, locally-made materials. Our fleece is weather-treated, non-pill Polartec, so it sheds rain and snow. All Kowallis are designed and produced in New England.

In short, the Kowalli Baby Carrier Cover offers a practical solution to baby-carrying parents who are looking for ways to simplify their lives while keeping baby close and protected. Please view our website at http://www.kowalli.com.

Thank you for your consideration,
Alizah

I wanted to tell you about our unique gift product that is beautiful, delicious and educational… Recipe Kits from Destination Dinners are all of that and more! Our Kits make cooking authentic international dishes fun and easy. Each Kit includes pre measured amounts of hard to find spices, sauces and dried ingredients, preparation instructions, a shopping list for fresh ingredients (easily found at your local grocer), table setting suggestions and fun facts and trivia about the destination you are “traveling” to.

The Kits are great for all ages (my two year old helps out with the marinade kits) and all levels of cooking skills. In fact, the kits are designed for people who might not be comfortable in the kitchen (like me).

Current destinations include, Thailand, Japan, Korea, Lebanon, Bangladesh, Israel, Jamaica and the USA.

You can check us out at http://www.destinationdinners.com.

Another great product line for the Daily Grommet is Polka Dot Stitches. They make great handmade clothes and blankets with the cutest designs. They are also practical because you can never have enough onesies and t-shirts for your new little one. It is a great gift that can be personalized.
http://www.polkadotstitches.com/