Top 25 Green Mom Blogs!

Thanks so much for everyone who voted for Mama Making Changes over the last few weeks. We did it! 

Mama Making Changes was voted one of the Top 25 Green Mom Blogs of 2013! 

I am very excited and honored to be on the list for the 2nd year in a row! 

Congratulations to all of the other blogger moms who made the list, too. Click the Circle of Moms Top 25 button in this post to see who else is in the Top 25. 

Thanks again!!!

"Look Out Spring: Here She Comes" Giveaway

Welcome to the Look Out Spring: Here She Comes Giveaway! 

Hosted by: The Nurse Mommy
 Sponsored by: IzzyBee Creations 

Last week, I wrote a review of IzzyBee Creations adorable accessories that they sent for my Nugget.

This week, you have an opportunity to 

WIN some IzzyBee Creations Fandangle for your little one!!!

IzzyBee Creations is going to give one The Nurse Mommy reader an adorable spring themed headband and legwarmers set! We like to call it "Look Out Spring: Here She Comes!!"

Here are some pictures of her legwarmers in action, modeled by the little cutie!!!

One winner will receive the "Look Out Spring: Here She Comes" gift set.
Giveaway runs from May 14-31st.
Limited to US/CAN.
Winner has 48 hours to reply to notification email or another winner will be selected.
ALL ENTRIES ARE VERIFIED. Good luck!
Please enter via Giveaway Tools Entry Form below.

Entry-Form

Disclosure: Michelle from The Nurse Mommy received items in consideration for a review. No additional compensation was received for this posting. Our blog will always provide honest opinions, beliefs or experiences on products reviewed. We will only recommend products or services that we feel are of benefit to our readers. The Nurse Mommy and other participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or any other social media outlets and are released of any liability as such. Links enclosed may contain affiliate links. If you have any questions, please contact Michelle from The Nurse Mommy at babagrlshell {at} gmail {dot} com

Blogger Opp: Decked Out Dad's Day - Blogger Sign Ups Open Now

<a href="http://www.aluckyladybug.com/2013/03/decked-out-dads-day-giveaway-event.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Yxjt8OQ70AY/UVRnAgqF18I/AAAAAAAAG8s/_LeB8HWeaDM/s1600/april-26th-2009-father-as-multitasker_l.jpg"></a>

This Giveaway Event is all about DAD!  Let's celebrate every father we know by getting the coolest gifts out there.  These will include everything from technology to sports or tools and of course manly pampering as long as its something dad would like!  Sponsors to be announced by 5/15.

Hosted by:

A Lucky Ladybug
and
Java John Z's

Sign-ups close 5/19

**The blogger with the most referrals will receive the additional links at no cost
so make sure you tell them Mama Making Changes sent you!

Click HERE to sign up and for more html info.

M.O.O.N. has now added several perks/discounts for frequent participation in our events but you must be a member of our Facebook group to be eligible.  Please visit the M.O.O.N. group if you are a blogger and would like more information regarding these perks and other group events.

Blogger Opp: Prepare 4 the Wild Giveaway SignUps Open Now

<a href="http://www.aladybugonthego.com/2013/04/prepare-4-wild-moon-giveaway-event.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Zj1buhx0LxA/UXxG8yHiNAI/AAAAAAAAHN4/lANZTTjB0pY/s1600/547394_397521826991406_634819067_n.jpg"></a>

Prize:

Grub Hub USA Camp Kitchen
(Certain accessories not included -only shown to provide possible functions)

ARV $380

Hosted by:

A Ladybug on the Go

Sign-ups close 5/26

**The blogger with the most referrals will receive the additional links at no cost so please
tell them Mama Making Changes sent you when you sign up!

Click HERE to sign up and for more html info.

M.O.O.N. has now added several perks/discounts for frequent participation in our events but you must be a member of our Facebook group to be eligible.  Please visit the M.O.O.N. group if you are a blogger and would like more information regarding these perks and other group events.

Blogger Opp: Cuddle Up Outdoors Giveaway Sign-Ups Open

<a href="http://www.aluckyladybug.com/2013/05/cuddle-up-outdoors-w-teton-sports.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Teton Sports Mammoth Sleeping Bag Giveaway" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oig07tay5P4/UY2M_3nMpnI/AAAAAAAAHWY/qAgdBdUjJ8Q/s1600/L+mammoth.jpg"></a>

Prize:

Teton Sports Mammoth Sleeping Bag

ARV $199

Hosted by:

A Ladybug on the Go

Sign-ups close 5/24

**The blogger with the most referrals will receive the additional links at no cost

Click HERE to sign up and for more html info.

M.O.O.N. has now added several perks/discounts for frequent participation in our events but you must be a member of our Facebook group to be eligible.  Please visit the M.O.O.N. group if you are a blogger and would like more information regarding these perks and other group events.
**If you are a company and would like to see your brand advertised in a M.O.O.N. event similar to this please contact ldybug1682@gmail.com

Global Warming Is Not A Priority For the US Government

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Many nations around the world have made significant changes and have drawn up specific guidelines to limit their impact on global warming. The United States is not one of them. Known for many years as a world leader, the U.S. cannot seem to grasp the urgency of climate change. This is happening now! And for those that would shrug your shoulders and say "not in my lifetime so I'm not worried about it," that has now changed according to a disturbing article published by the New York Times over the weekend. 

In the meantime, don't wait on the government to tell you how to limit carbon emissions. Get to work on this issue yourself. Many small actions add up to a significant difference and that's what is needed to really make an impact on the rate of global warming. 

• Open the blinds and turn off the electric lights during the day. 
• Use cold water instead of hot whenever possible. 
• Buy products with less packaging. 
• Drive or bike when you are going a short distance, and carpool when possible if you need to go further. 
• Consider living closer to work or school.
• Be sure televisions and other electronics are turned off and unplugged when not in use.
• Plant a tree or some shrubbery...anything with leaves.
• Plant a vegetable garden or buy locally grown produce only.

These are just a few suggestions and all are easy. Don't think you can't make a difference because you can. Set an example for those around you. Explain to them your reasoning when they ask why you do it. 

Click here to read the New York Times article about global warming. I'd love to hear your reaction in the comments section below. Have some simple suggestions for limiting carbon emissions at home? Post those below also. I want to know!