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Honoring Mothers, Grandmothers, and the Women of the Future Do You Know an Outstanding Mom Who Has Survived Breast Cancer?
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Mar 30, 2007, 23:46

(ARA) - Every three minutes, a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer. In fact, one in eight women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year according to the Komen for the Cure Foundation. Each diagnosis affects everyone in that person's life.

Early detection is of vital importance to survival in the fight against breast cancer. Three simple steps can help with early detection:

* Regular mammograms
* A breast exam by your doctor
* Breast self-exams

Friends and family members provide much needed support for their loved one's fight against breast cancer. Now is the opportunity to recognize survivors for their strength and courage.

Celebrating outstanding moms that have survived breast cancer and continue to fight for a cure for the women of tomorrow, Bright Starts is looking for eight inspirational mothers who have overcome the extraordinary adversity of the fight against breast cancer and used the opportunity to model positive lessons to all, especially their children.

Bright Starts, an infant and toddler toy and baby gear brand, is celebrating the “Power of Pink Moms” by conducting a search for eight outstanding moms that have survived breast cancer and exemplify the courage to fight for a cure for the women of tomorrow.

Nominations for these inspiring women will take place April 1 through June 15, 2007 at www.brightstarts.com/pink. Eight moms will be selected as “Pink Power Moms” and given the opportunity to share their inspirational stories. These moms will be flown to Atlanta in October for a weekend of wellness where they will be recognized at the Susan G. Komen Pink Tie Ball and a donation will be given in their name to the breast cancer charity of their choice.

To support the breast cancer awareness cause, Bright Starts has launched a comprehensive Pink Ribbon Campaign to benefit breast cancer research and provide today’s babies a bright start for tomorrow. Beginning with sales from January 1, 2007, a portion of the proceeds from the top selling Bright Starts Pretty In Pink Bouncer and other Pink Collection items launching throughout the year will be donated through the Kids II Foundation to support breast cancer research, with a minimum donation of $100,000.

“Partnering our Bright Starts Pink Collection with a Pink Ribbon Campaign is a natural partnership, with power to make a difference,” says Ryan Gunnigle, president and CEO of Kids II, Inc. “We are excited for this opportunity to support a cause so important to our employees, our consumers and especially to today’s baby girls.”

For additional information, please visit www.brightstarts.com/pink.

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