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10/4/2024 Weekly Freebies and Deals

Abby H.

This week has been rough, but Freebies wait for no man.

The 2024 Birthday Freebie post is here! Check this article out and sign up for birthday freebies at least 2-3 weeks before your birthday.

My comprehensive list can be found here if you are looking for free food resources. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

Freebies:

Free Radicle Science Mental Clarity Supplements
Free Sky Valley Green Sriracha
Free Pulled Pork or Chicken Breast Sandwich Dickey’s Barbecue Pit
Free Blink Mini Camera from Barkbox
Free Fire Rescue Truck Workshop at Home Depot
Calm and Cozy: Free Baby Sleep Music for Restful Nights
Free Big Mac at McDonald’s
Free Nurishh Animal Free Cream Cheese at Select Retailers
Free $10 for Signing up for JCPenney Rewards
Free Medium Fries at McDonalds – Every Friday
Free Fries Every Friday at Wendy’s
Free Bulgari Le Gemme Tygar Fragrance Sample
Score a Subscription to Vanity Fair Magazine – No Credit Card Needed
Free Keys Soulcare It’s Like Skin 2-in-1 Concealer + Tint Sample
Free Sample of NYX BlurScreen SPF 30 Primer
Free $6 Bonus from Ibotta
Free Donut Holes at AMC Theatres
Free Sample of La Roche-Posay Mela B3 Dark Spot Serum
Free Screwdriver, Cable Ties, or Magnetic Parts Holder at Harbor Freight
Free Sample Pack of PooPeePads Dog Training Pads
Free Sample of Zesty Paws Dog Supplements
Free Order of Mozzarella Sticks at Dave & Buster’s
30 Minutes of Free Play & Lifetime Membership at Topgolf
Free Sample of L’Oreal Revitalift Triple Power Anti-Aging Moisturizer
Free Private Selection Cinnamon Roll at Kroger & Affiliate Stores

Deals:

Victoria’s Secret Panties 10 For $40
Disney Store: 30% Off Costumes & Halloween Styles
Maybelline Baby Lips ONLY $1.11 (Reg $5.49)
10 Best Restaurant Family Meal Deals Under $20 + Coupons
Cuisinart Advantage 12-Piece Knife Set ONLY $29 (Reg $65)
Complete Home Sandwich Bags Buy One Get Two Free
Cooks 3-Piece Cast Iron Fry Pan Set ONLY $22.49 (Reg $50)
Cultured Freshwater Pearl Stud Earrings ONLY $9.75 (Reg $33)
Kids Clothing Clearance at Walmart | Prices Start at ONLY $3.98
Barbie Clothes & Play Sets up to 70% off
Get $5 Walmart Cash with Pampers Easy Ups Purchase
Save 20% on Kids’ Clothing at Target

Fall 2024 Clothing Swaps (San Diego, CA area)

Abby H.

I love clothing swaps- If you have read my blog, you know it’s one of my favorite ways to refresh the kid’s wardrobes (and my own).

There are a few upcoming swaps that I recommend. Both are for adult clothes and accessories.

And as always, And if you are looking for more information about clothing swaps, check out my post (with other San Diego, CA area resources)  here.

FREE Clothing Swap & Decor & Extra!
Location: Pioneer Park 1501 Washington Place, San Diego
Sunday, October 6, 2024
2:30 PM to 3:30 PM PDT
Bring clothes, small decor, and Unused makeups / perfumes, personal items to donate or swap. Open to all genders, ages, and sizes.
Bring your unwanted, clean, in good repair clothing and extras to take home new clothing. Take what you want and leave what you don’t want. Clothing, accessories and small personal items are accepted. * No books, or any heavy items please.

Green LOVE Clothing Swap
Location: Montezuma Hall
6075 Aztec Circle Dr · San Diego, CA
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
12:00 PM to 4:30 PM PDT
For more information, check out the website: https://as.sdsu.edu/greenlove/swapshop

Porchlight Halloween costume swap
Location: 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd Suite F, San Diego, CA
Saturday, October 12th
9:30 am-11:30am
For more information or to sign up to participate, check out the website: https://events.humanitix.com/kids-costume-swap

Women’s Clothing Swap
Location: The Chapel at Grossmont
5651 Water St, La Mesa, CA
Saturday, October 19, 2024
10 am-2 pm
How it works:
Bring your gently used* WOMEN’S CLOTHING, accessories, shoes, etc. and trade them for items you want to take home. No selling, no buying, just swapping. You simply drop off your items on the front table and you can start shopping for items you want to take home – free! Come and drop off all the items you want to swap and leave with items that will bring value to you.
Items can include:
-Gently used* or semi-new clothing pieces
-Gently used* or semi-new shoes
-Jewelry pieces
-Accessories: scarfs, hats, purses, belts
*Items should be freshly laundered and either on hangers or laid flat in a box (not in bags, please)

Weekly Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

Back to school season has kicked my butt! I’m not feeling too hot today, but I wanted to get some freebies and deals out there.

The 2024 Birthday Freebie post is here! Check this article out and sign up for birthday freebies at least 2-3 weeks before your birthday.

My comprehensive list can be found here if you are looking for free food resources. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

Freebies:

Free Products with Highlight
Free Pack of Baby Wipes
Free Sample of Sheba Gravy Indulgance Cat Food
Free Teeth-Whitening Pen and Toothpaste
Free Kinder Bueno Chocolate Bar
Free Mahatma Ready-to-Heat Rice Chatterbuy
Free Bloomingdale’s Little Fragrance Sample Box
Free PawPrint Magazine
Free Mentos Strawberry Paperboard Gum Chatterbox Kit
Free Love Corn Lunchbox Snack
USPS Operation Santa – Possible Free Gift or Send a Gift to a Child in Need
Free Medium Fries at McDonalds – Every Friday
Free 21 oz. Bottle of Electrolit Electrolyte Beverage
Free Neutrogena Moisturizer or Serum
Free Garnier Fructis Hair Filler + Vitamin Cg Shampoo & Conditioner Samples
Free Sample of John Frieda Frizz Ease Secret Weapon Touch-Up Creme
Free ACANA or ORIJEN Cat Food
Free Fries Every Friday at Wendy’s
2 Free Movie Tickets to White Bird
3 Free Cookies for the 1st 300 Each Day at Insomnia Cookies
Up to 4 Free COVID Tests
Possible Free DREO Space Heater

Deals:

Tools of the Trade 10-Piece Bakeware Set at Macy’s ONLY $26.93 (Reg $76)
Ugg Blankets & Shower Curtains up to 67% Off
Halloween Pajamas for All From $5 at Target
Purex Detergent Buy One Get Two Free
Amazon Basics Folders with 2 Pockets 2-Pack ONLY 49¢
Walmart Designer Fragrance Sale up to 70% Off
Cuisinart Advantage 12-Piece Knife Set ONLY $29 (Reg $65)
Free $15 Target Gift Card with Purchase of $75 of Baby Essentials
Designer Fragrances up to 88% Off
Summer Clearance at Walgreens – up to 90% Off
Garnier Shampoo ONLY $1 (Reg $5.49)

New Offers from Social Nature!

Abby H.

Social Nature has started offering 100% cash-back, similar to Ibotta and Fetch Rewards. I love this because I can select exactly what I want, Social Nature tells me which local stores have it, and I can add it to my next shopping list.

And it’s just as easy as Ibotta and Fetch Rewards. Snap a pic and upload it. You can select Venmo, Paypal, or an Amazon Gift Card for your rebate.

Here are just a few of the offers available now:

  • Period Cramp Relief Cream by Control
  • Upcycled Cacao Chocolate by Blue Stripes
  • Gluten-Free Crackers by Schär
  • Gluten-Free Cookie Dough by Whoa Dough
  • Kids Juice Box Pack by PLEZi
  • Gluten-Free Breads by Schär

And one of the things I love about Social Nature is that they don’t leave our friends with food allergies out.

There are sampling offers for Gluten-free, nut-free, and meat-free foods.

Canadian Friends- You are in luck! There are sampling opportunities for you too! So if you love trying new products, check out Social Nature!

FTC Disclosure: As with some offers I post, I receive payments for clicks, purchases, and/or registrations made through affiliate links in this post.

Tryazon: Decora Girlz Fashion Party!

Abby H.

We’ve been participating in Tryazon events for three+ years. We’ve gotten to try all sorts of fun toys, games, and food.  You can learn more about Tryazon here.

Meet the hottest new fashion dolls in this Tryazon Featured Party opportunity, featuring Decora Girlz! Decora Girlz are here to amp up your fashion game and bring vibrant Decora trend to life. With colorful hair, patterned outfits, and customizable stickers, Decora Girlz are perfect for fashion-forward play and creativity. Featured on the “Amazon Toys We Love” list for Holiday 2024 and “Top Holiday a Toy 2024” by Toy Insider!

Tryazon has 100 hosting spots open for this opportunity! Those selected get to receive a party pack for free with a variety of Decora Girlz products to share with friends and family! Learn more and apply here.

9/20/2024 Weekend Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

Back to school season has kicked my butt! I’m not feeling too hot today, but I wanted to get some freebies and deals out there.

The 2024 Birthday Freebie post is here! Check this article out and sign up for birthday freebies at least 2-3 weeks before your birthday.

My comprehensive list can be found here if you are looking for free food resources. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

Freebies:

Free SPD Fresh Roll Dog Food In-Store
Free Chomps Stick at Target After Rebate
Free Mugler Alien Hypersense Fragrance Sample
Free Just for Men 1-Day Beard & Brow Color Sample
Possible Free Catit Creamy Cups Cat Food
Free Rind Dried Fruit Snacks & Mixes
Free Make Your Own Scarecrow or Pumpkin Noodle Craft Kit at JCPenney
Free 8-Pack of Spindrift Cranberry Raspberry Sparkling Water
Free Bag of G.H. Cretors After Rebate
Free Mamba Fruit Chews at Aldi
Free Fragrance Samples from Macy’s
Free 20 oz. Bottle of MTN DEW In-Stores
Big List of Free Burgers + National Cheeseburger Day Deals TODAY
Free 2024 National Parks Entrance Days
Free 6-Piece Chicken Nuggets Every Wednesday at Wendy’s
Free $15 Amazon Credit with Amazon Photos
Free Sample of i-ENVY Cluster Palette Lashes
Free Sample of Soma Mouth Tape
2 Free Movie Tickets to Megalopolis
Free Active Minds Lab Products for Kids
Free Whopper, Chicken Sandwich, Fries & More at Burger King
The Best Free Skincare Samples to Request Right Now
Free Queso Day at Moe’s Southwest Grill on September 20th
Free Dr. TLR Bio-Collagen Face Mask
Free Sample of Arrowleaf Pet Intesti Care
Free 2025 EWTN Family Calendar
Possible Free Mattel Toys
750 Free Burger King Crowns Reward Points = Free Whopper
Top Freebies and Rewards for Good Report Cards
Free Coffee Mate Bagel & Cream Cheese Coffee Creamer – Today at 12pm EST
Free Jimmy Dean Griddle Bag & Product Coupon – 1st 50 Each Day
Free Decora Girlz Fashion Party Pack
Free Good Planet Foods Olive Oil Slices or Shreds After Rebate
Free Bloomingdale’s Little Freebies Box
Free 4-Pack of PROTALITY Shakes
Free Sample of Beggin’ Flavor Stix with Bacon & Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Free Pampers Swaddlers 360° Sample Pack
Free Bag of Yummers After Rebate
Free Full-Size e.l.f. Invisible Sunscreen SPF 35

Deals:
Shark Steam Mop ONLY $49.88 (Reg. $70)
Michael Kors up to 80% Off
Kids Backpacks up to 64% Off at Macy’s
Amazon Basics Folders with 2 Pockets 2-Pack ONLY 49¢
Grab These Best Shoe Deals on Sale For Women, Men & Kids, Up to 70% OFF
Kate Spade Glimmer Oval Camera Bag ONLY $56 (Reg $299)
Home Expressions Microfiber Sheet Set ONLY $11.99 (Reg $30)
Coach Outlet Sale – 70% Off Clearance2
Flash Sale: 75% Off Women’s Swimwear

Weekend Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

I’m in the final stretch of BTS prep, which is why there was no Freebie Friday post yesterday. But there are some

The 2024 Birthday Freebie post is here! Check this article out and sign up for birthday freebies at least 2-3 weeks before your birthday.

My comprehensive list can be found here if you are looking for free food resources. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

Freebies:

Free Air Wick Plug in Scented Oil Advanced Gadget
Free Sample of dermaFIT Muscle Retention Cream
Free Sample of Stopain Extra Strength Pain Relieving Gel
Free Make Your Own Sloth Door Hanger Craft Kit at JCPenney
Free Sample of SUNSHIELD+ Tinted Mineral Sunscreen + Organic 3-in-1 Cream
Free Sample of Crave Me Cookies + Free Shipping
Free 2025 Rainin The Art of Pipetting Calendar
Free Mini-Treehouse Craft for Kids at Lowe’s
2 Free Bags of Undercover Snacks Chocolate Quinoa Crisps After Rebate
Free Sample of John Frieda Frizz Ease Secret Weapon Touch-Up Creme
Free Green Valley Lactose Free Cheese After Rebate
Free 6-Pack of BUBBL’R Antioxidant Water
Free 4-Pack of ProGo Protein & Energy Bars
Free Fries Every Friday at Wendy’s
Kleenex is Giving Away $500,000 to Schools
Free Kim Crawford Summer Club Party Kit
Free Stay at the Rice Krispies Re-Treat Suite
Free Marinela Sweet Snacks Chatterbuy Kit
Free e.l.f. Lash XTNDR Mascara
Free LEGO Creativity Workshops – Sign Up Now
Free Sample of Friskies Party Mix Original Crunch Cat Treats

 

Deals:

Target Kid Boots as low as $14
Kate Spade Jewelry as low as $12 (Reg $39+)
Free Crest Toothpaste
Kate Spade Wristlets From $29 (Reg $139) + Free Shipping
Purex Detergent ONLY $2.99 (Reg. $8.99)

Using Canva to Streamline Household Mangement!

Abby H.

Are you familiar with Canva? It’s a website where you can make all sorts of media- both print and digital!

I love it because I have made forms including inventories, visual schedules, and weekly calendars. It has been an immense help in keeping my home running more efficiently, which is definitely needed with two neurodivergent kids.

Here are a few that have really helped me:

8/9/2024 Friday Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

School has already started for a lot of kids, my kids have less than 2 weeks of summer break left.

The back-to-school freebies and deals are pretty sweet this week.

The 2024 Birthday Freebie post is here! Check this article out and sign up for birthday freebies at least 2-3 weeks before your birthday.

My comprehensive list can be found here if you are looking for free food resources. It is focused on San Diego County, but additional resources are outside my area.

Freebies:

Free Medium Fries w/ Any $1 Purchase at McDonalds – Every Friday
Free TruRanch Collagen Sticks Dog Treats Dog Chews
Free Color Your Own Pencil Pouch Craft Kit at JCPenney
Score Free Full-Sized Product Coupons from Social Nature
Free IndestrucTable ECO Table Tryabox
Free 8×10 Photo Print at Walgreens
Free Pair of Underwear at Duluth Trading Co. Stores on August 10th (Midwestern friends only)
50 Free Bonus Box Tops with Box Tops for Education = Free $5
Free Winged Wellness Product After Rebate
Free Week of Smoothies at Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Teachers – Possible Free Pets in the Classroom Grant
PINCHMme New Free Samples Every Day
Free Perfect Bar at Aldi
Free Amazon Prime for Students for 6 Months
Possible Free MONDAY Haircare Shampoo & Conditioner
50 Free Burger King Crowns Reward Points Daily
Free HunYule Skincare Samples

Deals:

Kate Spade Staci Dual Zip Crossbody ONLY $79 (Reg $259)
Galanz 3.3 Cu ft One Door Mini Fridge ONLY $118 at Walmart (Reg $190)
50% Off School Uniform Multipacks + Extra 20% Off 3 or More
Garnier Shampoo ONLY $1 (Reg $5.49)
Free Rind Dried Fruit Snacks & Mixes
$50 Off Converse Back to School Kit
Starbucks 50% Off Handcrafted Drinks – TODAY 8/9

 

California Residents: Free Behavioral Health Coaching for Kids 0-12

Abby H.

Brightlife is a great, free resource for California families. They offer free behavior coaching for parents of children ages 0-12 years.

Kids ages 0–12 get free, expert coaching for sleep issues, worry, social skills, and more. Live, 1:1 video sessions, secure chat, on-demand content, and more.

Brightlife Kids is fully paid for by the State of California. Together, we are working to ensure all California families can find the behavioral health support they need when they need it. You qualify if you have a California zip code and a child ages 0–12.

Check out their website for more information and to see if Brightlife is a good fit for your family.