It’s Party Time!

The Ultimate Blog Party at 5 Minutes for Mom has officially begun and I’m pretty excited to get in on the fun this year. If you have absolutely no idea what I’m talking about just visit the 5 Minutes for Mom Blog Party information post. Basically it’s a giant online party with lots of great sponsors. All you have to do is share the party info, write up a post introducing your blog, leave your link at 5 Minutes for Mom, and go out and meet new bloggers!

So here’s the quick and clean version of me and my blog…

The Mom Behind the Blog

Hi everyone! I’m Cat! I started my blog, 3 Kids and Us, last June in hopes of having a place to share my worries and fears after finding out I was pregnant with our third child. For months I’ve been sharing the ups and downs of my pregnancy and finally…we have our sweet baby girl! Aside from being a mommy, I’m also the wife to a police officer and work from home as a graphic designer.

The Family Behind the Blog

To put it simply, there are 3 Kids … and … Us. lol. We’ve got a 7 year old son, Mattison, a 20 month old daughter, Kaydence, and a 3 week old daughter, Emmaleigh. Oh and then there’s that pesky cat that eats us out of house and home and basically spends his days being a lazy pain in the rear. I think he needs a friend. You can read a more in depth read on our family on our About Us page.

What’s Going on at 3 Kids and Us?

I just started a new weekly meme called Flip’n Friday. It’s a great way to recap your week and share the real you behind your blog by doing a vlog for your readers. You can check out my week 1 post on this at Flip’n Friday. For those of you that run giveaways, I also host Mr. Linky on Spotlight Sunday to share all of your great giveaways in one place.

What’s New at 3 Kids and Us?

I’m pretty excited to announce that on Monday, March 30th I’ll be sharing my introductory posts and vlog on MomFit Mondays. After having a baby just a few short weeks ago it has become my mission to shed those extra pregnancy pounds this spring/summer. MomFit Mondays will be a great way to find support from other moms online in their weight loss journey by combining the Wii Fit and outdoor activity. And just a few days later on Wednesday, April 1st comes the beginning of our 30 day giveaway of the Bumbleride Indie Twin Jogging Stroller. You’ll get firsthand vlog reviews from me on this great stroller and plenty of chances to win one for your family!

Thanks so much for taking the time to come by my blog. I can’t wait to “meet” everyone! See you at the Ultimate Blog Party! Oh oh oh…almost forgot, if you click back to my main page, I’ve got 3 great giveaways going on right now that all end on Friday, March 27th! Or just click the links below.

Current Giveaways

Boon Bug Pod

Born 2 Impress Girly Hair Accessories

Bangerang Cupcakes

There are so many cool prizes to be won at this year’s Ultimate Blog Party, but my top three picks would be:

58 – Kitchen Aid Artisan Stand Mixer
Provided by: Moms Who Think
Prize details: From Amish Friendship Bread to Decadent Cheesecake and all the meals in between dessert, Moms Who Think has recipes you’ll love. We would like to donate a Kitchen Aid Artisan Stand Mixer to help make one lucky winner’s home cooking even easier.  (winner’s choice of color, $349.99 retail value)

1 — $100 gift certificate to either Pedal Cars and Retro or A Rocking Horse To Love
Provided by: 5 Minutes for Mom
Prize details: Pedal Cars, Retro Collectibles, Rocking Toys, and Children’s Furniture. 5 Minutes for Mom would like to donate a $100 gift certificate to one lucky winner to spend at one of their two e-commerce stores Pedal Cars and Retro or A Rocking Horse To Love.

19 — $50 gift certificate to Target Stores
Provided by: Shoot-Me-Now
Prize details: Treat your kids, or even better, treat yourself! Shoot-Me-Now would like to donate a $50 Target gift card to one winner.

And if my top three picks are already chosen, I’d love anything for a baby or toddler girl.