Colace® Comfort Sweepstakes + Kindle Fire Giveaway
After my son’s birth and our first few day’s at home, I began experiencing discomfort like you would not believe. I was exhausted and in awe of my son. I had no recollection of the days before or what I was doing from day to day. It was not until the pain became so unbearable that I demanded my husband drive me to the emergency room of the very hospital I gave birth in.
Thankfully, I had an amazing nurse. She smiled and complimented us on Ethan, asked when he was born and immediately had a diagnosis prepared for me. She explained what she believed to be going on, but that she would talk to the doctor on duty and go from there. I had x-rays to verify her concerns- constipation. Never in my wildest dreams did I think it was constipation! All of the post-delivery medications I had been prescribed had my system completely out of whack. They gave me something to eliminate the problem and a prescription for a stool softner to take to counteract my iron supplements. Needless to say, I was one happy mama after that visit!
According to a survey of 1,000 new moms conducted by Russell Research and commissioned by Purdue Products, L.P. line of laxatives, 62% of moms with newborns under six months old didn’t anticipate experiencing occasional constipation after childbirth. Isn’t that insane? We discuss so many other things with our OB/GYN’s during and after the birth of our children, but something so simple never comes up. Hopefully my experience will help shed light to those of you who, like myself, are struggling or will struggle with bowel troubles after child birth.
To help bring comfort to new moms, Colace® Capsules has just announced a new nationwide promotion, the Colace® Comfort Sweepstakes. New moms can enter the sweepstakes as many times as they like by visiting the promotional website, www.ColaceComfort.com or through a free standing FSI coupon in more than 46,000,000 newspapers across the country. The coupon features a special QR code enabling smart phone users a quick link to the sweepstakes entry page. Consumers can also enter offline by mailing their contact information to Colace® Comfort, P.O. Box 724, Southport, CT 06890. Hundreds of prizes totaling over $50,000 will be given out to randomly selected winners. Prizes include Tempur-Pedic Mattresses, Apple iPads, Kindle Fires, Keurig Coffee Makers, Bose Headphones, Ralph Lauren Cashmere Sweaters and more, all designed to make life a little more comfortable for new mothers. For more information on the Colace® Comfort Sweepstakes, visit www.ColaceComfort.com.
To help Colace kick off the start of their awesome sweepstakes, the Pajama Mommy Community has been given the opportunity to giveaway a Kindle Fire ($199 value). How awesome is that? All we’re asking in return is that you leave us a comment on this post, telling us what provides you with comfort in your life. Extra entry options will not count if the mandatory entry is not completed. We do verify.
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Sadly, Colace is one thing that has provided me with comfort! I had gastric bypass surgery in November of 2009, and was doing fine in terms of my digestive system and such. Then I had my gallbladder removed in October of 2010. Did you know that a lot of the bile that the gallbladder produces aids in keeping things moving along? I found that out the hard way, and ever since I’ve had issues with constipation. Things seem to have been alleviated since a small bowel resection surgery I had on January 31st of this year, but I still find myself taking Colace 1-2 times per week just to ensure regularity and comfort and such. I really like Colace because it does the job without causing discomfort (unlike Dulcolax – that stuff is anything *but* gentle, ugh!).
(Congratulations – I’ve never before left a comment discussing toilet issues on a blog. You’re the first.
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I’m going to say that the what provides me with the most comfort in my life is my husband. He is my best friend and the person I feel most like myself with. He has been a blessing in my life.
A nice cup of tea at the end of a long day brings me comfort.
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Cuddling with my dogs brings me comfort. No matter my mood, my dogs will cheer me up.
My family in general is what provides me with the most comfort. My husband is my best friend but my children are such great blessings! Thanks for the great giveaway!
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my kids! i recently loss my father feb 2nd and it has been a very very rough road, we were very close and I feel like my world has stood still and the rest of the world is moving. I am confused,hurt,mad, sad, grateful he isn’t in pain anymore but still wonder why. If it wasn’t for my kids there would be days when i know i wouldn’t get out of bed. They give me comfort and peace to move on and i know my father would want that as well!
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My husband just bought some Colace last night! He has ulcerative colitis, so his insides arent so good.
My family, chocolate reading bring me comfort.
my kids provide me with comfort, just knowing that my life would be totally different without them. They are my everything.
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Wow, great giveaway! My go-to comfort item is my gratitude journal. Focusing on the positive helps me see my way out of a bad mood or a bad day by reminding me of all the things I am grateful for. Thanks for a chance to win!
What brings me comfort most in life is family. When things are not going my way I always have someone I can turn to. That and nestled up with a good book and a comfy blanket
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Comfort? That would have to be my morning cup of herbal tea
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My best source of comfort is a good cuddle with my husband – it reassures me that all is right in my world. Thank you for the giveaway!
A good cup of coffee can be very comforting at times. I also appreciate a good hug from my kid.
my dog and husband bring me comfort!
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My faith in Christ as well as my family give me comfort! My home is a place of comfort for me too!
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What provides me with comfort. That would be sleep, I love sleep
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That time in the morning before everyone else gets up where I can sit on my balcony and have coffee provides me comfort as well as the time before bed, snuggled under the blankets =)
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Snuggles with my kiddies! …definitely comforting for any ailment!
Sleep is my biggest source of comfort – oh and chocolate. When I workout that does help as well, but motivation is the problem there.
Sleep is my biggest source of comfort – oh and chocolate. When I workout that does help as well, but motivation is the problem there. When I get plenty I have more patience for the day.
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Being with my family provides me with comfort.
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Having my little chihuahua near me brings me comfort. She is a great guard dog, but she is also supper cuddly. Thanks for a great giveaway!
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My family and being healthy provides me with comfort in my life.
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My husband and kids give me comfort. As long as I have them life is great!
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Having lots of books to read is comforting to me.
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Cuddling my sweet dog gives me a lot of comfort.
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My family gives me comfort
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Big, fluffy, comfy blankets add comfort to my life!
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I can think of 3 things that provide comfort in my life, and I can’t part with any.
#1: Warm pajamas in the winter!
#2: Fleece bed sheets for more warmth!
#3: My fluffy little dog, especially when she curls up with me. :~)
Thanks for the giveaway! I would love to have my own Kindle Fire!
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Curling up with a good book gives me comfort.
Curling up with a good book comforts me.
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Reading gives me comfort. I love to curl up with a good book, cup of tea and warm blanket and wrap myself in a story.
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I like soaking in the tub with dimmed lights when I need a little bit of comfort.
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A really steamy romance novel, a cigarette and glass of wine. That is the ultimate comfort.
My daughter provides me with my most comfort. Picking her up from school is the highlight of my day.
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Thanks for the chance to win. My baby doggy provides me the best comfort in life
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A cup of Celestial Seasonings Tension Tamer tea and a slice of hungarian cheesecake
My true comfort in life comes from being surrounded by my cats and my loved one.
Going out to dinner provides me comfort! It’s relaxing for me to be able to go out with my family, not have to cook, or cleanup dinner, and enjoy amazing food.
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A blanket and a cup of mint tea!
I have been reading each day with my son since he was a tiny infant. He LOVES books and reading, our special reading time is right before his nap. This would allow us to get more fun books for our reading time and some that he might love to read to mommy too
Comfort in my life comes in the form of a cozy bed!
I’ve experienced a lot of comfort in my life since we moved to Florida a few years ago. The weather is a huge comfort, as is living near the beach & getting out for regular walks with my dog!
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Lately settling down with a good book has been very comforting to me lately. Thanks for the chance!
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My children provide me comfort. They always make me remember the good things in life when things aren’t going quite right.
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My best friend gives me comfort, she always puts a smile on my face when I cam having a rough day. She’s been there thick or thin and so thankful I have such a wonderful friend .
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My husband and my boys bring me comfort. They can drive me crazy at times but when I need them, they are there for me.
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having a union job brings me comfort! knowing i can put a roof over my head and food in my belly
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I am comforted by big mugs of freshly brewed coffee and long baths with bubbles or bath salts.
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I had two back surgeries and ended up with nerve damage in my low back. So, I have alot of problems. I have not tired this yet, but just about everything else. I am so glad I read your review and am going to give this a try. Thanks for the great review. As for comfort now…still am looking. But…one comfort that I do have…is my new grandson. My pride and joy in my life.
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My family provides me with the most comfort when I need it.
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My significant other gives me the most comfort. She is supportive and sweet.
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My kids can always make me feel better. I think they offer the best comfort on a not-so-great day!
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My wonderful family and my dog, Pepper are the comforts in my life.
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When I am feeling really low, nothing cheers me up like a purring kitty. My fur baby Meeko, senses when I am feeling blue and if I am crying he will even come up and nuzzle me, lick my tears, and purr really loudly until I snuggle him. Talk about being comforted! LOL
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Just spending time with my fiancee gives me comfort! Thank you
My bed gives me comfort.
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My homemade quilts from my mother and grandmother- they are warm and full of love.
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Regardless of what I’m going through – my family (puppies included) are my ultimate comfort – even when I don’t know I need them – they always pull through!
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My husbands strong arms around me tight provide me with comfort he’s all I need
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Biggest source of comfort is relaxing and watching my tv shows.
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My family provides me with comfort and a good novel.
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