Enter to win a Star Wars Easter basket!

Enter to win a Star Wars Easter basket!

In honor of the release of Star Wars Lego Freemaker Adventures Season 2 on DVD [amazon].

This is an incredible Easter Basket featuring the following items…

  • Star Wars: The Last Jedi Blu-ray
  • LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures: Season 2 DVD 
  • Porg mug  [link]
  • Blue lightsaber [link]
  • Rebel Alliance pin [link]
  • Chewbacca 4” wind-up toy [link]
  • Star Wars Easter Egg decorating kit  [link]
  • Yoda plush pet toy (sizes may vary) [link]
  • BB-8 Plush [link]
  • R2D2 bean bag plush [link]

How to win it:  Leave a comment with the name of your (or your child’s) favorite Star Wars character.

Contest ends 11:59pm EST on March 21st, 2018. Limited to USA residents only. Must be over the age of 18 to enter.


Have you been watching Star Wars Lego Freemaker Adventures?

“LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures,” the animated television series on Disney XD, is set between Stars Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and stars three siblings who scour the galaxy for useful debris that they use to build new vehicles of their own design. Rowan Freemaker is a spunky Force-sensitive 12-and-a-half-year-old with a thirst for adventure; his quick-witted older sister, Kordi, manages the family business and is the glue that holds the family together; ace pilot and charming rogue, Zander, is the oldest brother and the family’s self-proclaimed starship connoisseur; and R0-GR is their refurbished battle droid from the Clone Wars. When Rowan has visions of an ancient and powerful Jedi starship called The Arrowhead, he and his family set out on an epic quest to rebuild it so they can turn the tide of battle for the Rebellion. Together, they explore new worlds, meet new characters and Star Wars icons, and have unforgettable adventures.

In season two of “LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures,” the three Freemaker siblings—Rowan, Kordi and Zander—have found a new home with the Rebel fleet. But working with the Rebels in their fight to bring down the Empire brings them face to face with brutal Imperial forces, desperate Hutts, conniving Sith Lords and the Emperor’s latest plaything, M-OC.

AmpliFi Mesh Wi-Fi is going to the dark side…

AmpliFi Mesh Wi-Fi is going to the dark side…

In honor of Star Wars Day on May the 4th, Ubiquiti Labs is announced a new limited edition black AmpliFi HD Mesh Router fit for the “dark side.”

Now I’ve been using an AmpliFi router for the better part of 4 months… its actually life changing.  Living in NYC there is a TON of wifi signals and AmpliFi’s mesh network has allowed me to have full wifi with incredible through put anywhere in my apartment.

One of the most incredible things is seeing the speed I’m getting over my wifi from my Verizon FiOS gigabit connection.  I’m seeing well over 200+ megs on an iphone 7.   Thats why I love the front display showing the speed test for the line your connected too. Plus the Dual-Band 802.11ac Wi-Fi System Delivers Up to 5.25 Gbps Aggregate Speed.

One of the best features of AmpliFi HD family is the ability to scale the number of access points to cover an incredible amount of square footage and multiple levels of a home.

Lets boil it down… AmpliFi HD is designed to offer simple, elegant solutions to support smart home capabilities. It delivers fast internet bandwidth throughout the entire home even when supporting multiple devices at the same time. The AmpliFi HD family includes the AmpliFi HD Mesh System [amazon] (MSRP $349.99), standalone AmpliFi HD Router [amazon] (MSRP $149.99) and standalone AmpliFi HD MeshPoint [amazon] (MSRP $129.99). The AmpliFi HD family features unlimited scalability and is fully customizable for any home no matter the square footage.

The new limited edition black AmpliFi HD Mesh Router is now available to consumers first on AmpliFi.com!

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. May 10th, 2017.

You must comment telling us one feature of AmpliFi that you love? please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)

  • You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information: @AmpliFiHome  @dadarocks http://dad.am/2pdXiIJ — and you must also leave comment on this blog with the link to your tweet.

Example: I want to win the @AmpliFiHome Dark Side HD Mesh Router from  @dadarocks http://dad.am/2pdXiIJ

  • You get 1 extra entry for following @DadaRocks on twitter –twitter.com/dadarocks you must comment back here that you’re now following
  • You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook –facebook.com/dadarocks you must comment back here that you’re a fan (and leave a little note on the wall saying hi)
  • You get 1 extra entry for following @AmpliFiHome on twitter –twitter.com/AmpliFiHome  you must comment back here that you’re now following

You will have 12 hours to reply before we pick another winner!

Disclosure: Contest limited to USA. Must be 18+ years old to enter to win.

 

Stop in at GameStop for all the gaming gifts

Stop in at GameStop for all the gaming gifts

gamestoplogo_blackredWe love GameStop… We shop there pretty regularly, well till the point where the staff knows our name. When GameStop asked to sponsor a post about holiday gifts from GameStop – I was like absolutely.

Lets start with the items that Marc found while shopping at GameStop.

img_0958First stop was Pokemon – while the card game is awesome and really started Marc on his path to Pokemon fandom, the newest videos game Pokemon Moon and Pokemon Sun both made his list.  Then he ran over to the Pokemon Z-Ring set by TOMY and asked for an additional pack of crystals for it too.

img_0938My Daughter Harper – Loves the princess gear at GameStop so while she doesnt play the video games she does love their toys.  She picked up a Princess Peach amiibo figure and it’ll just be good for her imagination play.  She found a Funko Pop from Disney’s Beauty & the Beast Belle and quickly added that to her cart. She also picked up a new cup with Belle the Princess on it as well.

img_0925My youngest Daughter Harlow – is only 1 and a half, so she heads to the stuffed animals and finds the largest pikachu stuffed animal she can hold. She nuzzles with that for a minute walks it over to Harper’s cart and drops it in before making seeing the Princess Zelda plush and doesnt let that go… not even to head to the check out.

While that kids had fun – I still shopped for myself – looking at the Xbox One S – which are $50 now till chrismas.  I picked out the new Gears of War 4 Xbox One S because its the limited edition Deep Blue only at GameStop.

img_0944Here are some of the amazing video games – I picked up for Marc for his Nintendo 3DS…

Marc is a superfan of Skylanders Imaginators, but didnt have the Dark starter pack so we got that for him.  Now go brings his skylanders where ever he goes…

Marc is also getting into Yo-Kai Watch so picking up the new Yo-Kai Watch 2 game was pretty easy.

Then of course being a big Nintendo fan we got the newest Super Mario game… Super Mario Maker.

I also highly recommend Just Dance 2017 – its a game the whole family can play!

And be sure to check out the weekly ads for GameStop here.

img_0956Finally our friends at GameStop are offering a lucky reader a $50 GameStop gift card.

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. December 21st, 2016.

You must comment telling us what would you buy from GameStop? please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)

  • You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:#holidayGC @GameStop @dadarocks http://dad.am/2gP23IH — and you must also leave comment on this blog with the link to your tweet.

Example: I want to win the @gamestop $50 gift card from @dadarocks http://dad.am/2gP23IH #holidayGC

  • You get 1 extra entry for following @DadaRocks on twitter –twitter.com/dadarocks you must comment back here that you’re now following
  • You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook –facebook.com/dadarocks you must comment back here that you’re a fan (and leave a little note on the wall saying hi)
  • You get 1 extra entry for following @gamestop on twitter –twitter.com/gamestop you must comment back here that you’re now following
  • You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook –facebook.com/gamestop you must comment back here that you’re a fan (and leave a little note on the wall that dadarocks.com sent you 🙂 )

You will have 12 hours to reply before we pick another winner!

Disclosure: Contest limited to USA. Must be 18+ years old to enter to win.

Sleeping baby = Happy life

Sleeping baby = Happy life

IMG_7244Suzanne and I have spent more than our fair share not sleeping – with 3 kids thats just how it goes. After all the reviews, received and purchased gear for my kids to make my life easier or their life happier and to please my wife, we finally found our secret to a getting our baby to SLEEP!  Because with our 3rd child, Harlow, we have the coolest dad invented product out there – the Newton Living Wovenaire Crib Mattress.

IMG_7246This crib mattress retails for $300 and is Breathable, Washable, Sustainable.  I love picking Harlow up from her crib now because she is well rested and cool – not sweaty to the touch because this mattress is made of 90% air and food grade polymer, no PVCs, no off gassing.    I also appreciated the turtle days (rollovers) this time around as this mattress is 100% breathable and has been proven to reduce risks.  This is the most innovative no brainer in our nursery to date!

Check out this design and innovation for yourself and see why even Dr. Sears of The Doctors added this one to his list of ‘Do’s’ for Dad’s!

Here to make everyone get the gift of sleep – visit newtonbaby.com and use code DADA for $25 off!  Offer expires 7/30/16

Even more – I am giving away 1 Newton Living Woveaire Crib Mattress to make some else’s day!  $300 Value!

 

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. July 2nd, 2016.

You must comment telling us which color mattress is your favorite? please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)

  • You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information: #SleepingBaby @newtonbabyrest @dadarocks http://dad.am/264K0Bb — and you must also leave comment on this blog with the link to your tweet.

Example: I want to win the @newtonbabyrest mattress to help my #SleepingBaby from @dadarocks http://dad.am/264K0Bb

  • You get 1 extra entry for following @DadaRocks on twitter –twitter.com/dadarocks you must comment back here that you’re now following
  • You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook –facebook.com/dadarocks you must comment back here that you’re a fan (and leave a little note on the wall saying hi)
  • You get 1 extra entry for following @Newtonbabyrest on twitter –twitter.com/newtonbabyrest you must comment back here that you’re now following
  • You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook –facebook.com/newtonbabyrest you must comment back here that you’re a fan (and leave a little note on the wall that dada rocks sent you 🙂 )

You will have 12 hours to reply before we pick another winner!

Disclosure: Contest limited to USA. Must be 18+ years old to enter to win.

Happy Father’s Day from Pampers #ThanksBaby

Happy Father’s Day from Pampers #ThanksBaby

cb4000I sat with Chris Pegula who created Diaper Dude who also is on the Pampers Baby Board.  Part of being on the board is from time to time we’re asked to host special giveaways like this one for Father’s Day.

Pampers wanted to say Happy Father’s Day and create this heart warming #ThanksBaby video. So I asked Chris whats Father’s Days like in his home and give us some tips.

True-DudeIn my household I’m usually the one excited about giving rather than receiving gifts. So when it comes to Father’s Day, it’s a bit challenging to figure out what I need. But if there are dad’s out there like me, then these 3 tips are sure to satisfy the dad who has it all.

I love family time. As my kids are getting older I find we have less and less time to spend together. So come Father’s Day I really appreciate a morning breakfast with my wife and three kids. Be it a simple cup of coffee with yogurt and fruit or scrambled eggs and an English muffin. It’s not about what I’m eating it’s about   the company. Take the time to start the day off right…together.

If you find that breakfast goes smoothly and your little or big ones are in a good mood, a nice stroll around the neighborhood with the kids and dog in tow is another top choice I would appreciate on this special day. Again spending time one on one with those that mean the most to me really fills my heart. So often we are rushing to get the kids to school or daycare or what have you. A day of simply hanging out and taking it all in is a dream. We all need to reboot at some point so why not make it a day that honors you?

Finally, grab a notebook and title the page I love you because. Take the time to share with your wife and kids why you love them and let them share why they love you. You will really appreciate what they have to say. When your finished you have a keepsake that is worth way more than that ol’ coffee mug or silk tie and socks. Meaningful gifts are those that come from the heart in my book. Why add waste when you can gain experience and moments you’ll remember for years to come.

Here’s to a Father’s Day filled with Peace and Love!

Whats in the special Father’s Day giveaway?

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. June 22nd, 2016.

You must comment telling us who would be wearing this new diaper bag? please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)

  • You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information: #ThanksBaby @pampers @dadarocks http://dad.am/262ZANM — and you must also leave comment on this blog with the link to your tweet.

Example: I want to win the #ThanksBaby @Pampers package from @dadarocks http://dad.am/262ZANM

  • You get 1 extra entry for following @DadaRocks on twitter –twitter.com/dadarocks you must comment back here that you’re now following
  • You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook –facebook.com/dadarocks you must comment back here that you’re a fan (and leave a little note on the wall)

You will have 12 hours to reply before we pick another winner!

Disclosure: Contest limited to USA. Must be 18+ years old to enter to win.

P&G has only provided me with the product that I am using as the prizes for this giveaway. By entering the following giveaway you are accepting that, if you win, your contact information will be shared with a P&G PR and shipping agency for the purpose of mailing your prize.  Please allow 4-6 weeks from the contest closure date to receive your prize