Archive for the ‘News’ Category

Pre-Order Elmo Live: This Year’s Must Have Christmas Gift

Sunday, August 3rd, 2008

We're barely into the month of August and I'm already thinking about finding this year's "must have" Christmas gift. Fisher-Price has announced that starting on August 5th, we will have the chance to get a jump on the hottest toy of the holiday season as retailers offer the opportunity to pre-order ...

Make Money Online By Joining the 30-Day Challenge Today

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

Earlier this month I joined the Thirty-Day Challenge. In a nutshell...The Thirty Day Challenge is about making your first $10 online. Join today, because the fun starts August 1. For a full 30 days Australian Ed Dale is going to coach me and thousands of others, exactly how to start ...

Welcome to the World Jack David!

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

I am proud to announce the birth of the newest addition to our family, Jack David! Little Jack was born on July 7, 2008 at 12:01 pm.  He weighed in at 8 pounds, 3 ounces and measured 20 inches. SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Welcome to the World Jack David!", url: "http://herbigidea.com/2008/07/30/welcome-to-the-world-jack-david/" });

The Jolie-Pitt Foundation Pledges $200,000 to “Women for Women International” Program in Iraq

Friday, June 27th, 2008

Of the recently reported $1 million donated by the Jolie-Pitt Foundation to help those affected by war, I was happy to see a pledge of $200,000 going to the Women for Women International's program in Iraq.  This money will benefit 300 women, and more than 1,000 children in Iraq.  The ...

Show 013 - Interview with My Plate-Mate Owners & Her Big Idea Social Network

Monday, June 23rd, 2008

Check out my interview with mothers, Paige and Michele, who are co-owners of My Plate-Mate spill guard feeding gear for toddlers, seniors and those with special needs.  The mission of My Plate-Mate is to offer it customers a unique self-feeding product. As a learning tool, My Plate-Mate assists in promoting independence and self-confidence ...

What is BlogTalkRadio?

Friday, June 20th, 2008

So I have an Internet Radio Show on BlogTalkRadio.  I know that many of you are like, "What's BlogTalk What?"  Here's a short interview of the CEO Alan Levy on Fox Money describing BTR. Enjoy! Elaine of Her Big Idea has an Internet Radio Show on BlogTalkRadio and writes for Posh Mama Online ...

Congratulations to “Top Chef” Stephanie Izard!

Thursday, June 12th, 2008

On Wednesday night Stephanie Izard was honored as this season’s “Top Chef” on Bravo TV’s hit cooking show, Top Chef: Chicago. Izard beat out New York chef Lisa Fernandes and Atlanta’s Richard Blais for the title. The three contestants duked it out in picturesque Puerto Rico cooking the meal of their ...

BPA Free Bottle Alternatives From Nalgene

Thursday, June 12th, 2008

   With all the uproar about potentially dangerous BPAs found in plastics, Nalgene has introduced a line of BPA-free bottles called Nalgene Choice. Going green, going hiking or going to work - Nalgene makes sure you're getting the bottle that's right for you. With the newly enhanced and interactive website, Nalgene Choice ...

Show 011 - Check Out My Interview with Teething Bling Co-Inventor Amy this Wednesday!

Monday, June 9th, 2008

This week is going to be another great interview on BlogTalkRadio!  Wednesday, I'm interviewing SmartMom Jewelry Co-Founder Amy.  Smart Mom, LLC, in 2002 as a way to promote pretty and practical ideas for real Moms.  Their first product line, Teething Bling pendants and bangles, has been an enormous success.  Check out the photo ...

Show 010 - Moby Wrap Interview and Lots of Her Big Idea News!

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008

  I have lot's of great news this week!  On Business Tip Tuesday on PoshMama.com, I wrote an article on how to spruce up your press release using the Associated Press Styleguide.  Click on over to the PoshMama Online Magazine and Social Network for the complete story.  And check out next Tuesday ...