Where to find Coupons and Samples???

[mommychic]

Call me greedy, but what sites can I sign up on to receive free coupons and samples??? I’ve already visited pampers, similac, very best baby, and enfamil.

Thanks,
Lisa

[egoldber]

Huggies also has a site. Maybe parentstages.com??? And I also receive Gerber coupons in the mail, although I have no idea how they got my name. But don't worry, once you get on a few mailing lists, they sell them to each other so all the additional junk mail you ever wanted will soon be coming to your mailbox, LOL!!! :)

Also, make sure to get on TRU/BRU mailing lists. They send out 15% and 20% off coupons periodically. If you have a Right Start store in your area, try to get on their list too.

HTH,

[Momof3Labs]

I accidentally got on Similac's list 3 times (not really sure how) with three different incorrect spellings of my name (I suspect Motherhood was the perpetrator) and receive 3 sets of every coupon mailing, including samples. Not that I'm suggesting anyone do it intentionally, but...

I think Beth is right about Huggies - www.parentstages.com. Also, pick up the free magazines in BRU every time you think about it - they have coupons for 15% off a pack of Huggies or Pampers, and that amounts to about $3 a pop.

You'll get an Enfamil diaper bag with samples from your OB and a Similac diaper bag with samples from the hospital when you deliver. Carnation (very best baby) is skimpy with coupons and samples, but still worth signing up for. Similac is VERY generous; Enfamil is moderately generous.

That was sooo much more than you asked for - sorry!!

Lori
mommy to Colin Daniel 9/28/02

[mama2be]

I have not really raked in any coupons myslef, but I guess I thought they'd find me...I best start signing up for stuff. Someone (here on the boards I think) said that the amount the coupons are worth trickle off once they get you addicted to the product.

Though not suggesting it...BUT you could get a group of friends to register as pregnant and to put EDD dates down that are a month behind you and I think that would keep them trickling in...this thought did cross my little mind...:)IN otherwords you'd have the big amount of savings always trickling in too...

[mspacman]

I signed up for the free subscriptions to Baby Talk and American Baby, as well as the Motherhood mailing list. I believe that's all I signed up for, yet in a jiffy my mailbox was bulging with samples and coupons. Gerber, Beech Nut, diapers, boxes of full size cans of formula, etc. So don't worry, the marketers will find you! Even OB's sell names to mailing lists.

If you have a "savings club" type card for your local supermarket, buy a couple packs of diapers and you will start getting store coupons and offers for baby stuff in the mail. My mother bought some diapers and baby food just recently, and now she too receives baby coupons. They do start out really good in the beginning, like free jar of food or buy one get one free, then taper off to "hardly worth it" like $1 off 24 jars :(

[egoldber]

Also, if you have a mommy group, make sure you exchange coupons! The moms who used Enfamil would trade with the moms who used Similac, Pampers vs Huggies, etc.

HTH,

[sntm]

one other suggestion to everyone: if you get samples or coupons you __don't__ need, consider redeeming them and donating them to a shelter. We got 2 cans of enfamil in the mail, plus coupon checks for a can of Carnation and enough for one can of ready to feed enfamil which I picked up at the supermarket. Chip's going to drop it off at a local women and children's shelter since we plan on breastfeeding.

The way I see it, if the companies are going to pour so much money into samples, let them at least go to babies who need it.

shannon
not-even-pregnant-yet-overachiever
trying-to-conceive :)
PREGNANT! EDD 6/9/03

[mary b]

Lisa, I copied an old link from Tracey a few months ago that I found great for calling and getting samples/coupons.

Hope this helps,
Mary


"Baby Freebies 1-800#s list"

- 1-877-986-9472 Free pregnancy planner from the National Women's Health Resource Center and the Consumer Healthcare Products Association. It's a 10 month blank calendar loaded with pregnancy tips and information.
- 1-888-663-4637 Free Booklets and Information for Moms-to-Be from the March of Dimes
- 1-800-843-5678 "Just in Case You Need a Babysitter" Safety Booklet ask for booklet #12
- 1-800-843-7625 ext. 3076 For a "You're A New Parent!" Guide from Prudential Insurance
- 1-888-232-6789 Free "Folic Acid and It's Role in Preventing Birth Defects" Booklet, good for before and during pregnancy.
- Free Mayo Clinic Complete Book of Pregnancy and Baby's First Year from State Farm, call 1-888-SF EVENT (1-888-733-8368)
- "Preventing and Treating Your Baby's Diaper Rash" pamphlet, and a $1 off any size from Balmex, call 1-800-777-2500
- Free Guide "For a Strong and Healthy Baby" ask for "phd603" call 1-800-729-6686
- Free Flanders Buttocks Ointment samples for Diaper Rash. Send two loose stamps and your address to: Flanders Marketing, P.O. Box 5323, Aiken, SC 29804
- For Munchkin coupons (for bottles, nipples, etc.), call 1-800-344-BABY
- For Everyone: Free product from Pantene Pro-V Essentials! Choose from instant hair quencher, body enhancer, and ultimate hair therapy. Call 1-800-776-8424
- Free Pregnancy guide cdrom, call 1-888-933-5383
- Little Remedies coupons, info, and poster (Little Noses decongestant aids, Little Tummys gas and nausea relief, etc) call 1-800-754-8853
- Free "Diaper Genie" for twins or more (call before the babies are 3 months old) 1-800-843-6430
- "Your Baby's Development," a color booklet about child development from birth to 18 months. Call 1-888-344-BABY
- Free Carnation Follow-Up Formula coupons and informative booklet (formula for babies eating solid foods), call 1-800-242-5200 (ext. 291)
- Free breastfeeding healing and soothing lotion 1-800-292-4794
- "Toy Safety" Coloring Book for kids (ask for item #283) and you can also ask for a booklet on safe playground tips for children 1-800-638-2772
- Free sample of "Zilactin" Baby Teething Gel, call 1-800-746-8888 ext. 715
- Safety Kit for Halogen Lamps 1-800-985-2220
- For Single moms: The National Organization of Single Mothers has free information for you and a sample newsletter. Write to SingleMOTHER, Box 68, Midland, NC 28107
- Single Mothers By Choice (for women who planed or are planning single motherhood) write to Jane Mattes, SMC, Box 1642, Gracie Square Station, New York, NY 10028 or call (212)988-4773 *not toll free
- For women after childbirth: a pamphlet called "Depression After Delivery" to help you determine if you have postpartum blues or need help with deeper feelings. Write to Depression After Delivery, Box 278, Belle Mead, NJ 08502 or call 1-800-944-4773
- For free information on ear infections and a booklet on you baby's language development and hearing call 1-800-587-DAVS or visit www.KidEars.com
- Free Motherhood Maternity Catalog, call 1-800-4-MOM2BE they also have nursing cloths and plus sizes
- Free information on Advantage Sound and motion Bassinets, call 1-800-INFANT-A
- Free information on why you should have your baby's umbilical cord blood saved, call 1-800-400-3430
- Free children's shoes catalog, call 1-800-MY5-TOES
- - Free home safety tips, call 1-877-UL-4-SAFE
- Free information on homeopathic medicines for children, call 1-800-624-9659
- Free Maternity clothes catalog, call 800-966-6847 for Maternity Factory Outlet
- "Guide to Infant Play" free pamphlet from Sassy for children 0-18 months. call (616) 243-0767 *sorry, not toll free
·Free breast pump catalog and infant care catalog from US Medical Corp. Call 1 800 408 7633
·Free Little Me - Babywear Catalog call 800-533-5437
·Free information on BeBe Sounds Prenatal Listening device. 1 800 430 0222
·Free video on water contamination, lead exposure, health effects, and what parents can do to protect their children. 1 800 604 1995
·Free Pregnancy Diary "Myself My Baby" (Spanish Version Only) to take you step by step through your pregnancy. Write to: National Maternal Child Health Clearinghouse,
8201 Greensboro Dr., Suite 600, McLean, Va 22102 Or call (703) 821 8955 EXT. 254
·Carnation "The Very Best" Magazine, free can of formula coupons call 1 800 242 5200
·Beechnut's mailing list, free coupons call 1 800 523 6633
·Diaper Rash Ointment 1 800 587 3721 sample
·Ross Labs (Similac) 1 800 BABYLINE Welcome Addition Club
·Family Beginnings Club For expecting parents call 1 800 BABY 123
·Introductory Subscription to American Baby Magazine for Expecting Parents (Will be billed after introduction offer.) call 1 800 678 1208
·Earth's Best (baby food) newsletter, coupons call 1 800 442 4221
·Free Kimberley-Clark (Huggies, Pull-Ups) Proof-of-Purchase Catalog, call 800-544-1847
·Evenflo 1 800 356 BABY or 1 800 233 BABY coupons and information
·American Academy of Pediatrics 1 800 433 9016 FREE Parent Resource Guide
·Cedar 1 800 GO CEDAR free video for playsets, and catalog
·The 1st years 1 800 533 6708 product catalog and coupons
·Fisher Price 1 800 432 KIDS catalog and information
·Window Covering Safety Council 1 800 506 4636 free childproofing kit for window blinds
·Gerber 1 800 4 GERBER prenatal pack, also call for coupons later
·Playtex Product Coupons, Booklets and Information, call 800-222-0453
·Heinz 1 800 872 2229 Baby Food Coupons and Booklet
·Heinz Baby Club For Canadians 1 800 565 2100
·Schering Plough 1 (800) 522 7300 free video on child allergies and pollen index chart
·Kimberly Clark (Huggies 1 800 544 1847 press 1, 1, 1 to get to the automated mailing list
·Triaminic 1 888 935 5543 Free information and coupon
·Kimberly Clark (Huggies) 1 800 990 4448 huggies rebate form
·Ross Labs (Similac For Canadians 1 (800) 518 CLUB coupons and samples
·Tylenol 1 800 962 5357 information
·Kmart 1 800 533 0143 Birthday Club
·Free from Advil Forum on Health Education, a magnetized chart for your fridge Write to:Advil Forum on Health Education, Dept. CAM, 1500 Broadway, 25th Floor, New York, NY 10036
·Motherwear 1 800 633 0303 catalog for moms who breastfeed
·Johnson & Johnson 1-800-526-3967 for "New Parent's Pack" of coupons and info (ask rep)

[emilys]

on line coupons available at http://www.edealfinder.com/ they have a baby/children section and lots of other on-line deals too.

I just found this today and saved 10% on an order from Right Start on line and got free shipping.

[bnme]

I don't know if it has been mentioned, but I always check out savings-center.com for on-line coupons. I've recently used stuff they post for Childrens Place, Target, Mikasa, and Athletes Foot and they have all worked. The only problem is, depending on the site you are shopping on you don't always know if the coupon code worked until the order is complete...kind of annoying.

[Rachels]

Another site I've used a lot is www.ahugedeal.com.

-Rachel
Mom to Abigail Rose
5/18/02

[mama2be]

This is a great idea...because reps and these companies are not targeting shelters etc...thus these gals/families/children are paying more for items then folks not in their situation I bet.

Great idea!!!

[Melanie]

I have nothing useful to add, except: THANK YOU!



Mommy to Jonah