It’s amazing what a small, kind gesture can do for the recipient.  A smile?  Gratitude? A feeling of self-worth?  The knowledge that someone cares?  I’m sure there are many feelings going through one’s body, when receiving an unexpected gift.  What I love best is knowing that just a few words, something fantastic can happen!  Let me explain …

While at the Blissdom Canada 2011 Social Media Conference, I met and connected with many Brands.  It was amazing to see such a huge turnout.  Yes, it’s true, social media is today’s marketing venue, and it is a great way to keep in contact with customers; however, it’s also a fantastic way to do some good! 

The Step2® Company was the first company that I connected with.  By the way, they ship to Canada now!  Currently, the Step2® Company is celebrating their 20th anniversary; they are America’s largest toddler toy manufacturer of quality plastic products.  I know that you’re familiar with them; we all are, you remember the ride-ons?  Yes!  Them!  When my daughter was small, she had a ride-on and absolutely loved it.  I miss those days; she’s now 13 years old … the only thing she drives is me …. crazy that is!!  At the Step2® Blissdom Canada 2011 booth, on display, was a Push Around Buggy.  Automatically, I thought it would be wonderful to be able to donate it to a mommy’s group through the Women’s Habitat.

Women’s Habitat:

For more than thirty years, Women’s Habitat has been providing shelter and support to thousands of women and their children fleeing violence. We incorporate a feminist analysis to our work. This means that the board, staff and volunteers of Women’s Habitat believe that violence against women can be stopped. We believe the only way to end violence is to support women’s equality and promote social change.

Our Mission
To provide a safe refuge, counselling, support and advocacy for women and their children who are fleeing violence; while also working towards a more equal society where the inherent value of all women is acknowledged and celebrated.

I was thrilled when Step2® ‘stepped up to the plate’, so to speak.  They agreed that it was a wonderful idea, and told me that at the end of the conference I could take the Push Around Buggy with me!

• Cute character buggy for enjoyable push and ride fun
• Storage space under the hood
• Seat belt for added security
• Maximum weight: 50 lbs (22.68 kg)
• Adult assembly required

Recommended Age: 1.5 – 3
Product Number: 717000

Customer Rating:  4.5/5 Stars

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How truly happy I felt, knowing that their generosity would be so greatly appreciated by a ‘soon to be’ happy child.   The Step2® Company, LLC, headquartered in Streetsboro, Ohio, is the largest American manufacturer of preschool and toddler toys and the world’s largest rotational molder of plastics.  To me, they are so much more! 

MyBitsandBleeps at Women's Habitat

I can’t thank them enough, for their kindness and sincere generosity.

Now the fantastic news doesn’t end there.  Another wonderful brand at Blissdom Canada 2011 was Fisher-Price™.  While visiting their room, each blogger received a Swag Bag (Swag – meaning promotional items) to take home.  Since my daughter is 13 yrs old, I have no use for the toys I received.  Instead, I’ll be donating my swag to the Women’s Habitat.  Without the help of  Fisher-Price™, I wouldn’t have been able to do it.

This is what was in my Swag Bag:

Laugh & Learn™ Apptivity™ Case

Product:                          Ages:

W6085                                 6-36 months

Product Details:  Let baby develop and learn all while keeping adults electronics protected with this durable case for the iPhone® or iPod touch®! The clear film protects device screen from dribbles and drool. Enable or disable the home button on the device to keep baby within the apps – no unwanted outgoing calls! Added features like textured handles, rattle beads, high-quality mirror, and activities to explore help to stimulate baby’s developing senses.

 

 

TheSing-a-ma-jigs!Duets™-Puppy

Product #:  W0248   Ages:  3 years & up  Price:  $18.00

 

Product Description:  The Sing-a-ma-jigs™ are doubling the fun with Sing-a-ma-jigs Duets™! Now the Sing-a-ma-jigs™ come with their own little friend to sing harmony, chatter “jibber-jabber”, and sing through a song! Each character is holding a miniature version of a regular sized Sing-a-ma-jig. With one press of the belly, they simultaneously open their little mouths to sing, harmonize and chatter together! Two new characters include a full-sized character holding a small puppy singing “BINGO”, as well as another full-sized character holding a small baby singing “Hello Ma Baby”. Squeeze two or more and make them sing together!Includes 2 “AAA” batteries. 

Fisher-Price™ Happy Days™ Diapers

Total Stretch™ waistband and SizeRight™ fit indicator ensures perfect, comfortable fit every time. (in size 4)

Specially designed for a perfect, comfy fit and premium protection during baby’s active days.

 Premium features include:               

• Total Stretch™ waistband
• SizeRight™ fit indicator
• Flexible leg cuffs
• Ultra-soft
• Hypoallergenic
• Fragrance free
• Umbilical cord cut-out on newborn size
• Cute animal graphics

 There was even a Little People® Wheelies™ DC SuperFriends Green Lantern vehicle!  Oh my goodness; it’ll be just like Christmas!!!   Visit Fisher-Price™

ARM & HAMMER® Dental Care toothpaste                    

…. and pamphlets on safe sex

I thank each company for the help that they’ve extended; I know that many will be happy because of you.

 

Last, but not least, UsedEverywhere.com was cleaning up their booth at the end of the show and had many canvas bags left over.  They certainly didn’t want to take them back home with them, so they put them all in a box with a “FREE” sign on them … I couldn’t resist.  They were also donated to Women’s Habitat.

 

 

You see, we can do some good with the help of Social Media!!

 

             

 Disclosure:  All above-mentioned products were received free of charge, and have been donated to the Women’s Habitat.  I have not received any monetary compensation.