Win a $30 Gift Certificate to Sharing Small from Parent Perks!

I'm not even sure where to begin describing Sharing Small, because I honestly just love this concept so very much.   I feel like there are not enough programs like this available to Canadian children.

For just $10 a month (including shipping), Sharing Small will send your child a brand new pair of socks, a letter, and a fun surprise, such as a sticker.  Your child will be super excited to get mail addressed to them, and socks are fun, utilitarian, and don't take up very much space in your home. 

Without a doubt, they will look forward to receiving them every month.  

I really think this is the perfect gift, especially for Vancouver area kids, who live in apartments and who probably have a lot of "stuff" already.  You cannot go wrong with socks! 

Right now Sharing Small is offering a deal where you get a free month if you sign up with the promo code "monikasocks."  

I'm also excited to announce that we will be giving three lucky Parent Perks fans each a $30 Gift Certificate to use on Sharing Small!  

Enter below to win:

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Giveaway: Win a Stella & Dot Bag or Necklace

You don't want to miss out on the last giveaway of the year from our Surrey/Langley Parent Perks Sponsors! Jane McBride, a Stella & Dot representative based in Langley, will provide the winner with either a gorgeous Lila Necklace or a practical La Totale Large in Navy/Red Medallion. You get to choose! Wow!

The Gorgeous Lila Necklace (Value of $74)

Neutral and versatile, the Lila is an update to our best selling Elodie necklace. Touches of smokey hues accent crystal stones, adding rich dimension. Layer with the Somervell Necklace in aqua for a pop of color. 

• 18" length with a 3" extender; and 
• Lobster clasp closure.

The Practical La Totale Large Navy/Red Medallion (Value of $128) 

Your go-to bag that goes and goes - from client lunch, to mani-pedi, to happy hour. The inside scoop: side pockets, zip pocket, and water bottle pocket. 

• Measurements: height - 13.5", length (at widest point) - 21", depth - 6.5", strap drop - 10";
• Top zip closure;
• Signature Stella & Dot hardware: camel leather tassel with gold faceted hardware; and
• 1 exterior slip pocket, 3 interior pockets to fit your phone, keys, wallet & water bottle.

The item will be personally delivered by Jane to the winning parent in Surrey or Langley, BC. If you live outside this area, arrangements can be made to meet you in Surrey or Langley. Enter below before Saturday, December 20, 2014 at midnight.

We will send the winner an email to the address used to sign-in below. Their name will also be listed on the Rafflecopter widget. They have 48 hours to claim the prize and then another winner is selected.

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What do you like about the Large La Totale bag and/or the Lila Necklace? Which one will you choose if you win?

Vancouver Holiday 2014 Gift Bags Release #5: A HUGE Release!

We're going to mix things up a little, here.

On Saturday December 13th, we are going to do a HUGE release of the Vancouver Holiday 2014 Gift Bags.  These bags will be released at a repeat sponsor's building, during a last-minute-shopping sale.

We will be releasing a minimum of 30 bags at this event.  When you come get your bag, you will be welcome to drinks, small snacks, and to do a little browsing or shopping if you so desire (but no pressure).

Instead of there being a one hour pick-up window, we will be doing a two house pick-up window!

Release #5 (30 Bags Total)

Saturday December 13th

1pm to 3pm (Two hour window!)

1500 Pendrell Street

Please remember the rules before entering:

READ VERY CAREFULLY-- You must follow instructions exactly or risk forfeiting your chance at a bag for this round. 

1. In order to get a bag, you must be signed up for the mailing list.  I will be checking this and your bag will be released to someone else if you don't meet this criteria.

- The mailing list sign up is here: http://parentperks.blogspot.ca/p/sign-up-for-parent-perks.html

2.  You MUST show up for pick-up at this date and time if you reserve a bag.  Not showing risks forfeiting your bag for this round of bags (all of Holiday 2014).  If you are selected and can't make it, you must contact me ASAP so I can delete your name and allow someone else to take your place.

3.  Only one bag can be given per family.  I won't be doing background checks to confirm, but this is based on the honour system.  One bag per family/couple, per season.

4.  Only the person who signed up can pick up the bag. You'll need to bring your driver's license or some other picture ID during pick up.  You cannot send a friend or family member to pick up for you, please don't ask and make me be the bad guy telling you no.  If you can't make this pick up you will forfeit your bag.

*** I will not be making arrangements for people to pick-up bags at other locations or times. ***

5.  Please come on time. If you come early we won't be there, and if you come late it will be too late.  I'll only be at the location for the exact hour listed on the ticket. I'm unable to accommodate early or late pick-up.

Sorry to be so incredibly strict and bossy; I'm just trying to keep it fair for everyone as there are a limited number of bags each round.

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Vancouver Holiday 2014 Gift Bags Releases #3 and #4

We're going to be giving out 30 more Vancouver 2014 Holiday Gift Bags this weekend! 

I'm super grateful that two very close friends of mine will be hosting these releases in East Van, since I have limited mobility at the moment.  

You can enter for a chance to receive a bag at the bottom of this blog post, but first, here is the info:

Release #3 (15 Bags Total)

Saturday December 6th

11am to Noon

Trout Lake Community Centre Lobby

3360 Victoria Dr

Release #4 (15 Bags Total)

Sunday December 7th

11am to Noon

Hastings Community Centre Lobby

3096 Hastings St E

The raffle will start at Tuesday and end Wednesday. 

Please remember the rules before entering:

READ VERY CAREFULLY-- You must follow instructions exactly or risk forfeiting your chance at a bag for this round. 

1. In order to get a bag, you must be signed up for the mailing list.  I will be checking this and your bag will be released to someone else if you don't meet this criteria.

- The mailing list sign up is here: http://parentperks.blogspot.ca/p/sign-up-for-parent-perks.html

2.  You MUST show up for pick-up at this date and time if you reserve a bag.  Not showing risks forfeiting your bag for this round of bags (all of Holiday 2014).  If you are selected and can't make it, you must contact me ASAP so I can delete your name and allow someone else to take your place.

3.  Only one bag can be given per family.  I won't be doing background checks to confirm, but this is based on the honour system.  One bag per family/couple, per season.

4.  Only the person who signed up can pick up the bag. You'll need to bring your driver's license or some other picture ID during pick up.  You cannot send a friend or family member to pick up for you, please don't ask and make me be the bad guy telling you no.  If you can't make this pick up you will forfeit your bag.

*** I will not be making arrangements for people to pick-up bags at other locations or times. ***

5.  Please come on time. If you come early we won't be there, and if you come late it will be too late.  I'll only be at the location for the exact hour listed on the ticket. I'm unable to accommodate early or late pick-up.

Sorry to be so incredibly strict and bossy; I'm just trying to keep it fair for everyone as there are a limited number of bags each round.

Release #3 (15 Bags Total)

Saturday December 6th

11am to Noon

Trout Lake Community Centre Lobby

3360 Victoria Dr

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Release #4 (15 Bags Total)

Sunday December 7th

11am to Noon

Hastings Community Centre Lobby

3096 Hastings St E

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Giveaway: Win a Baby Sign Language Workshop from Tiny Talking Hands

If you're a parent of a little one between the ages of birth and two years, check out our next giveaway from Tiny Talking Hands. You could win a free registration for a Baby Sign Language Parent Workshop on Saturday, January 10, 2015 from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm in Langley. 

Enter the raffle below before Saturday, December 6, 2014 at midnight. 

This one-time workshop teaches you everything you need to know to get started with the Baby Signs® program. During this informative 1.5 hour workshop, you will learn 35 of the most useful signs for your baby, as well as how and when to begin signing with your baby. 

For more information about the services offered by Amanda Percival at Tiny Talking Hands, you can connect with her on Facebook or contact her directly at amanda@tinytalkinghands.ca or 604-340-4060

We will send the winner an email to the address used to sign-in below. Their name will also be listed on the Rafflecopter widget.

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Why do you want to learn baby sign language?

Vancouver Holiday 2014 Gift Bags Releases #1 and #2

We're going to be giving out 30 Vancouver 2014 Holiday Gift Bags this week! 

These pick-up locations are at different times of day, but both in the West End because this is a small mom-run business, and I'm on crutches at the moment :)  Thank you for your understanding of and patience with that, I know people like to have the locations more varied but this will have to do for now.  I know you will adore these bags and I promise they are worth the trip!

You can enter for a chance to receive a bag at the bottom of this blog post, but first, here is the info:

Release #1 (15 Bags Total)

Wednesday December 3rd

10am to 11am

Near the Denman Place Mall (Denman and Nelson)
*Address will be emailed to the winners*

Release #2 (15 Bags Total)

Thursday December 4th

4pm to 5pm

Near the Denman Place Mall (Denman and Nelson)
*Address will be emailed to the winners*

The raffle will start at Sunday night at Midnight and end Monday night at Midnight.

Please remember the rules before entering:

READ VERY CAREFULLY-- You must follow instructions exactly or risk forfeiting your chance at a bag for this round. 

1. In order to get a bag, you must be signed up for the mailing list.  I will be checking this and your bag will be released to someone else if you don't meet this criteria.

- The mailing list sign up is here: http://parentperks.blogspot.ca/p/sign-up-for-parent-perks.html

2.  You MUST show up for pick-up at this date and time if you reserve a bag.  Not showing risks forfeiting your bag for this round of bags (all of Holiday 2014).  If you are selected and can't make it, you must contact me ASAP so I can delete your name and allow someone else to take your place.

3.  Only one bag can be given per family.  I won't be doing background checks to confirm, but this is based on the honour system.  One bag per family/couple, per season.

4.  Only the person who signed up can pick up the bag. You'll need to bring your driver's license or some other picture ID during pick up.  You cannot send a friend or family member to pick up for you, please don't ask and make me be the bad guy telling you no.  If you can't make this pick up you will forfeit your bag.

*** I will not be making arrangements for people to pick-up bags at other locations or times. ***

5.  Please come on time. If you come early we won't be there, and if you come late it will be too late.  I'll only be at the location for the exact hour listed on the ticket. I'm unable to accommodate early or late pick-up.

Sorry to be so incredibly strict and bossy; I'm just trying to keep it fair for everyone as there are a limited number of bags each round.

Release #1 (15 Bags Total)

Wednesday December 3rd

10am to 11am

Near the Denman Place Mall (Denman and Nelson)
*Address will be emailed to the winners*

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Release #2 (15 Bags Total)

Thursday December 4th

4pm to 5pm

Near the Denman Place Mall (Denman and Nelson)
*Address will be emailed to the winners*

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Sponsor Spotlight: Discovery Toys with Charlotte Wilkinson

Discovery Toys is wonderful! Their products come with a lifetime guarantee, are BPA-free if plastic, all have multi layers of learning and skill sets they are aiming for, and they truly have something for everyone. From an eco-friendly, brand new baby gift set, to toys that inadvertently help with math, counting, numbers and alphabet, to games for the whole family -- you'd be hard pressed not to find something someone in your family would enjoy. 

Charlotte Wilkinson is an Independent Educational Consultant with Discovery Toys and a sponsor of our Surrey/Langley Holiday Gift Bag. Look for her business card in the bag and consider placing an order. 

"We also have great hostess perks -- anything $100 and above in sales from a party (online or in person) gets you some FREE toys. So easy to make happen! And as a consultant with Discovery Toys, there's a discount on all product as well! It's a great business for moms to both be in and to purchase product from, as the toys will keep the kids entertained and engaged, and are also beneficial to their learning at the same time!" - Charlotte Wilkinson, Independent Educational Consultant, Discovery Toys

For more information or to place an order, you can connect with Charlotte on Facebook or visit her webpage. December 5th is the last day to order for guaranteed delivery by Christmas. 

What features or characteristics do you want in a toy?