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It's Time for the 2020 Chronic Illness Christmas Giveaway!
It’s time for the 2020 Chronic Illness Christmas Giveaway on A Chronic Voice! I held one last year too, and found it to be such an enjoyable experience for all parties involved. Who doesn’t love a good (pain relieving or comforting) gift? With the pandemic going on all year and beyond as well, I wanted to make this year’s Chronic Illness Christmas Giveaway even grander and more exciting to lift all our spirits.
It’s with huge thanks to these 34 sponsors that this goal has been accomplished. I couldn’t be more grateful for their generosity and kindness, during this season of giving and receiving. They are a mix of professional brands and companies, and also individuals living with chronic illness or disability themselves.
They all want to give a little something back to the community, and to spread some kindness around. So here’s another a big thank you to each and every one of them for making this giveaway possible!
End Date for All Giveaways: 20 December 2020, 23:59 (Singapore Time)
The giveaway has ended. Please be patient. All winners will be announced within 48 hours!
If you have any problems entering any of the giveaways, email me at: [email protected]
Who This Christmas Giveaway is For
Important Notes About the Giveaway Prizes
- Giveaway Items Are Not Intended to Treat, Cure, or Replace Your Doctors’ Advice and Ongoing Treatments.
Please note that all giveaway items are for the users’ enjoyment only. They are not intended to treat, cure or in any way replace your doctor’s medical advice or ongoing treatment plan. Always be sure to check with your doctor before you start on any new treatment or protocol. Have a happy holiday! - Different Terms & Conditions (& LOCATIONS) for Each Sponsor.
Please note that the terms and conditions (T&Cs) differ for each sponsor. Click on each Rafflecoptor widget for the full T&Cs. Please note the location of each giveaway as well, so you don’t enter one that doesn’t ship to your location! - Country & State Laws, and Age Restrictions.
Giveaway items must be legal in your location and for your age. Proof of identity may be required by the sponsor. - Images Used.
All images used have either been granted permission by each individual sponsor. Otherwise I have used images sent to me specifically to be used for this giveaway. - Delivery Dates.
Due to the timeline and pandemic, you may not receive your giveaway item in time for or before Christmas. We think receiving a gift at any time is still a happy occasion, however! Shipment may take up to 5 weeks depending on the location. - Swapping of Giveaway Items.
In the unforeseen circumstance that the giveaway item is unavailable for whatever reason, the sponsor has the right to swap it with another item.
Click to See What Each of These Generous Sponsors Have to Offer in the 2020 Chronic Illness Christmas Giveaway!
- Melissa vs Fibromyalgia
- ME/CFS Self Help Guru
- Miga Swimwear
- Modibodi
- NuLeaf Naturals
- Plant Therapy
- Reakiro
- Spectra Spray
- Symjo
- TCK Publishing / Everyday Mindfulness
- That’s Handi
- The Seated View / Lene Andersen
- Thriving While Disabled / Alison Hayes
- Through the Fibro Fog
- Thryve Inside
- To Better Days
- Winnie’s Picks
- (Bonus Points!)
New Sponsors:
36. Bexi’s PhD
Quick Overview of Location Specific Prizes:
- Singapore and/or Malaysia: Eden + Elie, FootKaki, Emu Tracks.
- USA and/or Canada: Blisslets, dSavannah, FKC You! Art, LoveHandle, Huggaroo, Live with CFS, Think Eat Cook Sustainably, Miga Swimwear, NuLeaf Naturals, Plant Therapy, Spectra Spray, Everyday Mindfulness, Thryve, Bexi’s PhD.
- UK and/or EU Only: BetterYou, Elli Johnson, Reakiro.
- Worldwide: Esme Salon, Goldstone Reiki, Hugh Carroll, Kate the Almost Great, Foggy Frog, Live with CFS, Melissa vs Fibromyalgia, ME/CFS Self Help Guru, Modibodi, Symjo, That’s Handi, The Seated View, Thriving While Disabled, Through the Fibro Fog, To Better Days, Winnie’s Picks, Bonus Points.
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BetterYou: Pure Magnesium Bath Flakes
Sponsored By: betteryou.com
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Christmas Giveaway:
BetterYou Pure Magnesium Bath Flakes 1kg (RRP £9.95 / $15). -
Number of Winners: 5.
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Location: U.K. Only.
BetterYou sells a range of supplementary products such as vitamins, iron, folic acid and more. They go about this in an innovative way to ensure maximum absorption. This is especially helpful for people who suffer from conditions such as IBD, Crohn’s Disease or Coeliac Disease.
Sometimes pills are just not the best way to absorb nutrients or supplements. (I would know, as a patient who’s been on various forms of iron and calcium!) They specialise in intra-oral sprays and transdermal magnesium.
Many people with chronic pain have raved about how hot magnesium salt baths help to soothe those aches. Soak up and relax this winter season and beyond. BetterYou is giving away not just one, but five packs of their pure magnesium bath flakes this Christmas!
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Blisslets: Zita + Lucy Nausea Relief Bracelets (1 pair)
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Christmas Giveaway:
Zita + Lucy Nausea Relief Bracelets (1 pair) (RRP $48.99). -
Number of Winners: 1.
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Location: U.S. Only.
I stumbled across these beautiful nausea relief bracelets on one of my favourite blogs, ‘Through the Fibro Fog’ (also a sponsor in this post with her recipe book here!). I’ve had pregnant friends who wear motion sickness bands to help curb the nausea. But Blisslets actually made me want to wear one as an accessory in itself as well!
Blisslets was founded by Katie Aparicio. She was both frustrated with morning sickness, and the lack of beautiful nausea relief bands out there. They all stuck out like an ‘I’m pregnant’ siren.
Blisslets is offering one pair of their ‘Zita + Lucy Nausea Relief Bracelets’ in this giveaway. You need to wear one on each wrist for maximum effectiveness. The bracelets activate the P6 nei guan accupressure point on each wrist.
Whatever the cause of your nauseous suffering: morning sickness, migraine-induced, motion sickness… I’d enter this giveaway right away! And if you’d like to purchase a pair of their pretty bracelets regardless, drop by their online shop here! They also have a men’s collection that is inspired by the classic sailor’s life.
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dSavannah Rambles: Hand Crocheted Grey Scarf with Beads
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Christmas Giveaway:
Hand Crocheted Grey Scarf with Beads (RRP $19.95). -
Number of Winners: 1.
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Location: U.S. Only.
dSavannah is an active member in the chronic illness community. She is also ‘a wife, a friend, and a servant to her pet overlords’.
She makes pretty things too! Unfortunately, she’s had to close down her Etsy Shop. But she’s sponsoring one hand-crocheted grey scarf in this giveaway. It comes in an intricate pattern, and features glass beads on the end to add a little sparkle 🙂 (Click on the image about for a closer look!) We think it looks so well-made and cosy, too!
Here is more information about her lovely gift:
Size: 53” long (including fringe); 5.75” wide
Medium: Yarn (100% acrylic), glass beads
Care Instructions: Machine wash cold, gentle cycle. Tumble dry low. For best results, hand wash and lay flat to dry.
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Eden + Elie Gift Cards
Sponsored By: Anonymous
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Christmas Giveaway:
-1x $120 Eden + Elie E-Gift Card.
-2x $80 Eden + Elie E-Gift Card. -
Number of Winners: 3.
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Location: Singapore & Malaysia Only. (Free shipping within Singapore. $10 shipping overseas.)
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"How Not To Be Good, the A to Z of Anxiety" by Elli Johnson
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Christmas Giveaway:
Paperback copy (£10 / $15). -
Number of Winners: 5.
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Location: U.K. Only.
I got lucky and happened upon Elli’s Instagram account, which led me to her book. It is a memoir that reveals her raw struggles with anxiety, and challenges the myths of ‘having it all’. It piqued my curiosity, because I find anxiety and panic attacks to be one of the the hardest symptoms to cope with, living with chronic pain. Often more than physical pain itself, even.
Here’s a review from her website:
“This book is for anyone who wants to grow and find solace from mental fight. How Not To Be Good is absorbing, fearless, personal and packed with insight. It has been forged in the fire of a daily struggle that will echo in the hearts of all who read it. So read this book and then give it your friends so they too can find that relief is possible.” – Mark Rowland (CEO Mental Health Foundation)
Elli is giving away five copies of her memoir, ‘How Not To Be Good The A-Z of Anxiety’ this Christmas. Enter to win a copy of this raw book on our humanity.
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I’ve been in one of Esme’s Facebook groups, Share Care & Inspire, for a few years now. She’s always been such a supportive and caring person. She is also opening up a shop on her website, with many gorgeous products, resources and books. (You can tell she’s a passionate cook!)
Esme is offering one copy of her new ‘Work at Home Binder’ to help keep your life and business organised. Here’s what’s in it, and the many things you can do with it:
- Over 300+ pages of business and home life solutions.
- Organize your business with easy lists.
- Keep track of business growth.
- Set up your business brand.
- Log all your blogging tasks.
- Help manage your home and family.
- Beautiful wall art and adult coloring pages.
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FKC You! Art
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Christmas Giveaway:
Painting of choice in the gallery in this section (RRP $250 - $300). -
Number of Winners: 2.
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Location: U.S. & Canada Only.
Faith Kaminsky Cohen is an acrylic and plastic artist whose work can be found around the globe. She is also a certified Zentangle teacher. She began her career as an attorney in New York City, fighting for the rights of teachers and students for 17 years.
Whilst she is now mobility impaired and her legs are lopsided, she wanted to lend her hands this season. She is giving away two paintings that she has created, each costing up to $300. (You can choose from the gallery above.)
The colours of her paintings are bright and lively. I think that they’d look perfect displayed in your home, office or workspace!
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FootKaki
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Christmas Giveaway:
- SGD100 Vouchers.
- Unlimited 10% off for readers of A Chronic Voice. -
Number of Winners: 5.
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Location: Singapore Only.
Owen of FootKaki is the only practicing pedorthist in Singapore. Clarence is his son, and is a shoe fitter. Don’t underestimate their abilities. This family-owned business has helped hundreds of people with chronic feet pain and problems! For general knowledge, here are the differences between a podiatrist and pedorthist.
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Goldstone Reiki: Distance Healing Reiki Session
Sponsored By: goldstonereiki.co.uk
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Christmas Giveaway:
Distance healing Reiki session (RRP £25 / USD35). -
Number of Winners: 2.
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Location: Worldwide.
Catherine has been studying the practice and history of Japanese Reiki therapy since 2016. She holds the following qualifications:
- Shinpiden (Reiki Master 3rd Degree)
- Okuden (Reiki 2nd Degree)
- Shoden (Reiki 1st Degree)
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Huggaroo: Weighted Blanket/Throw, Neck and Shoulder Wrap & Hot/Cold Headache Wrap
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Christmas Giveaways:
- 1x Huggaroo 7lb Weighted Blanket/Throw (RRP $59.99).
- 1x Huggaroo Microwavable Neck and Shoulder Wrap (RRP $35.99).
- 1x Huggaroo Hot/Cold Headache Wrap (RRP $29.99). -
Number of Winners: 3.
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Location: U.S. Only.
They are offering three of their awesome products in this Chronic Illness Christmas Giveaway:
- Huggaroo Weighted Blanket/Throw (7lb) – suitable for kids, or adults who need a portable weighted throw blanket. Made of ultra plush chenille fabric, it sounds like a dream for sleeping with. It’s entirely machine-washable, too!
- Huggaroo Microwavable Neck & Shoulder Wrap – Not your regular heating pads, they deliver moist, comforting heat to your tired neck and shoulders for up to 15 minutes, and stay warm for another 15. Made of ultra plush 100% polyester Minky fabric, it feels luxurious against your skin. It can also act as cold relief; just pop the wrap in the freezer!
- Huggaroo Hot/Cold Headache Wrap – I’ve heard many great reviews from people with migraine about this product. It delivers warm, moist heat to the facial sinuses, eyelids, scalp and wherever else you apply it for up to 15 minutes, and remains warm for another 15. It is easy to secure around your head with velcro, and feels soft with its Ultra plush, 100% polyester Minky fabric material. Oh, and all you have to do is pop it in the microwave to reheat!
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'Sunshine & Shadow' & 'Yarn' - Poetry Books by Hughie Carroll
Sponsored By: carrollonline.uk
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Christmas Giveaway:
'Sunshine & Shadow' /
'Yarn' (RRP £8 / $11). -
Number of Winners: 2 / 2.
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Location: Worldwide.
I quote from Hugh Caroll’s preface of his poetry book, ‘Yarn‘:
Taking the ‘backward step’ in zazen I often find that the unconscious gets to work. Moments significant to me arrange themselves into a haiku/haibun/senryu sort of form, dubbed ‘hughku’ (thanks Brendan!). Making them public is taking the ‘forward step’ of full self-expression.”
And from his other poetry book, ‘Sunshine & Shadow’:
Poems on circus, zen, love, longing, loss and darkness. Most have sprung from the silence of meditation. I rarely write in a deliberate way but instead wait until something comes up demanding to be written.
Sounds like dreamy, reflective, relaxing reads for those introspective days to me. And he’s giving away two copies of each book this Christmas!
Don’t forget to check out Hugh’s GoodReads profile to see what’s on his reading list, too!
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Emu Tracks / I Love Natural: Pure Emu Oil
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Christmas Giveaway:
Emu Tracks Pure Emu Oil 50ml (RRP SGD32). -
Number of Winners: 3.
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Location: Singapore & Malaysia Only.
From the Emu Tracks Science & Research page:
“Emu Tracks initiated research exploring the benefits of emu oil for gastro-intestinal health and treating bowel diseases 10 years ago. We have been working with a leading South Australian University to further the research…Ongoing research has shown Emu Oil has considerable effect in the relief and reduction of pain associated with inflammation…”
Emus are the second largest birds in the world, and are endemic to Australia. Emu oil is derived from their fat. Australian Aborigines have bee using it for centuries to relieve skin problems, wounds and pain.
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"Chronic Health Bloggers: Take Your Blog (And Income!) to the Next Level" by Kate Mitchell
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Christmas Giveaway:
E-Book (RRP $10). -
Number of Winners: 1.
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Location: Worldwide.
- 29 blog post ideas
- Tailwind tribes to join
- SEO checklist for posts
- 25 Instagram prompts
- A checklist for your weekly blogging and social media tasks (you know the damn brain fog!)
- A Canva media kit template
- A guide on how to solidify your social media presence
- Her money making resources
- And more!
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"Foggy Frog and the Pain Gang" by Megan A Schartner
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Christmas Giveaway:
Paperback copies of the book, "Foggy Frog and the Pain Gang" by Megan A Schartner. (RRP AUD19.99 / $15). -
Number of Winners: 5.
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Location: Worldwide.
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"Finding a New Normal: Living Your Best Life with Chronic Illness" by Suzan L. Jackson
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Christmas Giveaway:
Paperback or e-book copies of the book, 'Finding a New Normal: Living Your Best Life with Chronic Illness', by Suzan L. Jackson (RRP $12.99). -
Number of Winners: 3.
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Location: Paperback: U.S. Only.
E-Book: Worldwide.
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"Think Eat Cook Sustainably: 100 Recipes, plus Tips & Ideas for a Healthy World" by Rachel Khanna
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Christmas Giveaway:
Paperback copy of the book, 'Think Eat Cook Sustainably: 100 Recipes, plus Tips & Ideas for a Healthy World' by Rachel Khanna (RRP $18.99). -
Number of Winners: 1.
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Location: U.S. Only.
Christina Mathers and her beautiful family have been fighting Lyme Disease since 2014. she also writes about her experiences and tips on her blog, ‘Living Well with Lyme’.
Rachel Khanna is an accomplished chef and health counsellor. She encourages and inspires organic and healthy eating through her cookbooks, cooking classes, workshops and coaching sessions. I quote from her website:
“Think Eat Cook Sustainably is both a cookbook and a guide to the foods that benefit one’s own health and the health of the world around us. In addition to 100 delicious and easy-to-make recipes, you will find formulas to help you experiment with your own favorite ingredients, and in-depth information about choosing nutritious and sustainable ingredients.”
Christina felt that this book was an excellent resource for Lyme Disease. She is giving away a copy of Rachel’s book, ‘Think Eat Cook Sustainably’ in this Chronic Illness Christmas giveaway. Take a peek inside the book here.
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Melissa vs Fibromyalgia: 3 Month Membership, 'Yoga for the Chronic Life Virtual Yoga Studio'
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Christmas Giveaway:
A 3 month membership to 'Yoga for the Chronic Life Virtual Yoga Studio' (RRP $425+). -
Number of Winners: 2.
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Location: Worldwide.
Melissa is an active advocate in the chronic illness community online. She’s also a yoga teacher, a mum of four, and more (I really have no idea how she manages – must be the yoga! 😉 ).
For as long as I have known her, she has been a passionate about using yoga for pain management. This includes fibromyalgia – which she also lives with – chronic fatigue, insomnia and more. I like this sentence on her website, which just about sums it up, “I don’t pretzel, I modify the tools of yoga to what I need at the time – and offer the same to you.”
Melissa is offering two lucky winners a 3 month membership to her virtual yoga studio package, ‘Yoga for the Chronic Life’. Yes, you can yoga slowly, at your own pace, from home!
The 3 month membership includes full access to:
- The Foundations of Yoga for Fibromyalgia (RRP $199)
- 10 Days Beginners Journey to Yoga (RRP $49)
- The Pelvis & Pregnancy Friendly Series (RRP $59)
- The Bed Yoga Toolkit (RRP $39)
- The Seated Yoga Series (RRP $39)
- 10 Days Meditation Toolkit (RRP 20)
- Melissa vs Fibromyalgia Exclusive Community access (RRP $20/month)
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Holistic Coaching Package: Win Some Happiness Back Into Your Life, Despite Chronic Illness
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Christmas Giveaway: 4 Session Fixed Starter Pack (RRP £270 / $360).
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Number of Winners: 1.
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Location: Worldwide.
Julie studied Psychology in university, and has an advanced diploma in person-centered counselling. She has had extensive experience as a counsellor, trainer, social worker and more. She also lives with chronic illnesses such as ME/CFS, fibromyalgia and more.
She offers holistic coaching, support and empowerment for people who live with such chronic illnesses. Her desire is to help them work towards better health, happiness and rediscovery of their dreams.
She is offering her ‘4 Session Fixed Starter Pack’ in this Chronic Illness Christmas Giveaway. Here’s how it works:
- 4 x weekly 45-minute Skype (or Zoom or Facebook Live) sessions, to take place once a week over 4 weeks.
- All 4 sessions to be scheduled when the package is booked.
- Additional between session email support. (Email support may be solicited once between each session).
If you’re someone who’s struggling to cope with your energy or pain levels, who is experience emotional or mental drain, who is at a loss of what to do with the limitations chronic illness has placed on you or more – this holistic life coaching package is for you. Sign up to win back some happiness, hope and direction in your life!
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Miga Swimwear: Anna Long Sleeves One Piece
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Christmas Giveaway:
Anna Long Sleeves One Piece,
Emerald Green (RRP $150). -
Number of Winners: 3.
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Location: U.S. Only.
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Modibodi is the maker of the original period and incontinence underwear. I have a few Modibodi undies myself, and love how they’re so comfy, easy to maintain, and long lasting!
Their underwear lining is made of modifier air technology to keep your private bits cool and breathable. They even have a modifier swim technology so you can go swimming as per usual, and another fit for mums who are breastfeeding. To top that off, their range spans a wide collection, and they all look good!
Modibodi is offering an AUD100 voucher (approx. USD75) in this giveaway. I wish I could enter my own giveaway; I keep browsing through their products and want to snap up just about everything 😉
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NuLeaf Naturals: Full Spectrum CBD Oil & CBD Softgel Capsules
Sponsored By: nuleafnaturals.com
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Christmas Giveaway:
- Full Spectrum Hemp CBD Oil (60mg/mL): 900mg CBD Single Bottle (RRP $99).
- Full Spectrum Hemp CBD Capsules (15mg/softgel): 900mg CBD Softgels Single Bottle (RRP $99). -
Number of Winners: 2.
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Location: U.S. Only.
- Full Spectrum Hemp CBD Oil (60mg/mL). You’ll be getting the 900mg CBD size worth $99.
- Full Spectrum Hemp CBD Capsules (15mg/softgel). You’ll be getting the 900mg CBD size, also worth $99.
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Plant Therapy creates high quality essential oils, CBD, and natural body products. All their products have traceable test reports, are animal cruelty free, and affordable.
Their KidSafe essential oil blends are meant for children ages 2-10. These oils were formulated by Robert Tisserand, who is the co-author of the book, ‘Essential Oil Safety’. He also has over 40 years of experience in essential oil blending and aromatherapy product development.
Plant Therapy is offering one ‘KidSafe Wellness Sampler Set’ in this giveaway, which consists of some favourites to help against seasonal threats such as the flu. For more information on each essential oil product in the sampler set:
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Reakiro: CBD Oils & Gel Capsules
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Christmas Giveaway:
- CBD Oil 1000 mg (RRP €54.99 / $66).
- CBD Oil 1500 mg (RRP €69.99 / $84).
- CBD Gel Capsules 750 mg 30 pcs (RRP €39.99 / $48).
- CBD Capsules Immune Support 600 mg 60 pcs (RRP €44.99 / $54). -
Number of Winners: 4.
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Location: EU and U.K. Only.
There are hundreds of shady CBD companies touting cures on social media and what not. I’m sure you’ve come across some in your DMs or emails.(Find out what to look out for in a high quality CBD product in my article on CBD oil facts.)
Reakiro is offering four of their excellent CBD products in this Chronic Illness Christmas Giveaway! Click on the links below for more information on each item:
- CBD Oil 1000 mg
- CBD Oil 1500 mg
- CBD Gel Capsules 750 mg 30 pcs
- CBD Capsules Immune Support 600 mg 60 pcs
If you’ve found CBD to be a big help with pain management, this is a great time to try Reakiro out. If you’ve never tried CBD for pain relief but wanted to, now might be a good time to do so, too!
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Spectra Spray: Sleep Well, Be Well & Stay Well Vitamin Spray Kits
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Christmas Giveaway:
- 1x Sleep Well Spray Vitamin Kit (RRP $37.95).
- 1x Be Well Spray Kit (RRP $29.95).
- 1x Stay Well Spray Vitamin Kit (RRP $37.95). -
Number of Winners: 3.
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Location: U.S. Only.
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Symjo: A Symptom Journal by Megan Raine
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Christmas Giveaway:
Symjo Symptom Journal (RRP £30 / $40). -
Number of Winners: 1.
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Location: Worldwide.
The Symjo journal consists of four sections. Here’s a description from her Etsy page:
- The ‘Daily Symptom Section’ to keep track of daily symptoms, pain scale, area of pain and medications taken;
- The ‘Appointment Diary Section’ to write in all upcoming appointment details, with following note pages to take along to every appointment to keep your notes in one place.
- The ‘Medical Journey’ – to keep track of all the medications you’ve tried and tested throughout your health journey, and track your symptoms and side-effects.
- And finally; the ‘Useful Bits’ section containing space to write in important contacts, website resources, book recommendations, self-care routines and more.
The journal comes complete with divider tabs, bookmark, elastic closure and an extra wee treat inside! Enter the giveaway to win one Symjo from Megan!
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"Everyday Mindfulness: 108 Simple Practices to Empower Yourself and Transform Your Life" by Melissa Steginus
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Christmas Giveaway:
Paperback copy (RRP $14.99). -
Number of Winners: 1.
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Location: U.S. Only.
“With step-by-step instruction and evidence-based exercises you can do in as little as 5 minutes a day, it’s never been easier to make positive changes stick in your life.”
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