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May Opportunities: Journalists featuring ecom brands/products
Get your store seen in MarketWatch, MSN, SW Newsmagazine and more
Happy Thursday and apologies for the late installation of today’s journo opportunities!
Hope your May is off to a good start and without further ado, let’s jump into opportunities to get your store those needed trust signals.
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Lifestyle and Entertainment
Kasey Trenum is looking for Graduation Gift Items: Practical Gifts for Real Life
Name: Kasey trenum
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/kasey-trenum-2
Media Outlet: Kasey Trenum (https://kaseytrenum.com)
Deadline: 12:00 AM ET - 8 May
Query:
Hi! I’m putting together a Graduation Gift Guide focused on practical, real-life gifts that help graduates step into their next season with confidence.
My site receives over 2.4 million annual pageviews, with a primarily U.S.-based audience of women.
This guide will include curated sections such as:
First apartment & dorm essentials
First job / daily routine upgrades
Time-saving kitchen & meal solutions
Organization & life management tools
Self-care & recovery for busy schedules
Tech & lifestyle upgrades that simplify everyday life
I’m especially looking for products that are:
Functional and used regularly (not novelty gifts)
Designed to make life easier, more efficient, or less stressful
High-quality items that feel like a meaningful upgrade
Important: Samples are required for inclusion. This guide will also include a dedicated section for nursing and healthcare graduates, which I will be sourcing separately.
Please include: Product name + description, Retail price, High-resolution images, Confirmation that a sample can be provided
Paw Prints Magazine is looking for Father's Day Gift Ideas
Name: Jo Jo Harder
Email: [email protected]
Media Outlet: Paw Prints Magazine (https://americastopdogmodel.com)
Deadline: 5:00 PM ET - 11 May
QUERY: Seeking thoughtful gifts to feature in Paw Prints Magazine (digital & print) Father’s Day Gift Guide! We are looking for accessories, fragrances, gourmet foods, wine, grilling, dad books, and gift sets. No apps, ebooks, or gift cards. Please include in your pitch the following: Product name; product description; link to online store; direct link to product images or imbedded images; and your contact info. Do not send attachments, except upon request. Here is a link to last year’s Father's Day Gift Guide: https://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/3084050.
Requirements: Available online and high-res images are required. Please put all your contact information in the initial e-mail. Thank you in advance. If you miss my deadline, I’m constantly on the lookout for brands to feature in upcoming projects @jojostylemaker.
BoozeMakers is looking for Gentlemen's Fathers Day Gift Guide
Name: Rob Boirun
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/rob-boirun-1
Media Outlet: Boozemakers (https://www.boozemakers.com)
Deadline: 1:00 AM ET - 15 May
Query:
Working on the annual Gentlemen's Fathers Day Gift Guide for BoozeMakers.com - looking for physical samples of great gift ideas that would be ideal for the
Dad that likes the finer things in life. Anything to make Dad's life more enjoyable and an upgrade would work great in this guide.
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Simply Ashley Graham is looking for the Products Every Expecting Mom Should Add to Her Registry
Name: Ashley Graham
Email: [email protected]
Media Outlet: Simply Ashley Graham (https://simplyashleygraham.com/blog/)
Deadline: 12:00 AM PT - 16 May
QUERY: I'm Ashley Graham, host of The Conscious Publicist® Podcast and editorial writer for my personal platform, Simply Ashley Graham. I'm curating a dedicated campaign celebrating the products, tools, and essentials every expecting mom deserves to know about before her baby arrives and I'd love brand and product recommendations you may have, as I want to share this wealth of knowledge with my audience!
The Feature:
I'm creating an article—and an ongoing content series highlights—built around one of the most common questions I get from my community: "What do I actually wish I had put on my registry?" We're moving away from generic registry checklists that leave new moms unprepared and toward intentional, tried-and-true products, tools, and essentials that make the newborn season more manageable, more nourishing, and more beautiful.
The Why:
As a new mom who has lived the fourth trimester firsthand, I know exactly which products make a real difference and which ones collect dust. I know from personal experience that there are many products that are the kind of essentials and overlooked gems I genuinely wish had been on my registry.
The Value Exchange:
I only feature products I've personally used and can speak to authentically. I'd love to explore a collaboration in which I share a genuine registry recommendation with my audience—one I stand behind, based on real, lived experience. My audience (3,500+ podcast downloads, 10,000+ across platforms) is predominantly women ages 28–45 who are expecting, postpartum, or in the thick of early motherhood, and who trust my recommendations because they see authentic, real-life integration. I respond to the brands I am interested in for these campaigns, and samples may be requested for any brands that I respond to. This will always result in the feature!
Accepted brands and products will also be featured in a collection on my ShopMy Page for even more visibility: https://shopmy.us/shop/simplyashleygraham
Famadillo is seeking Summer Canned & Premade Cocktails — Products for Review
Name: Maria Spanadoris
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/maggie-mauro
Media Outlet: Famadillo (https://famadillo.com)
Deadline: 5:00 PM ET - 19 May
Query:
We’re currently working on an upcoming summer feature highlighting the best canned and premade cocktails for easy entertaining. We are only looking for products to review.
We’re seeking standout ready-to-drink options including canned cocktails, bottled mixed drinks, spritzes, margaritas, mojitos, and elevated non-alcoholic mocktails designed for summer gatherings, travel, and at-home entertaining.
Brands are invited to send samples for hands-on editorial review and potential inclusion in our seasonal roundup. We are especially interested in products that offer great taste, clean ingredients, unique flavor profiles, or a premium drinking experience in a convenient format.
BrownStyle Magazine is looking for Father's Day Gift Ideas
Name: Heather Elitou
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/heather-elitou-2)
Media Outlet: BrownStyle Magazine (https://www.iambrownstyle.com)
Deadline: 12:00 AM ET - 20 May
QUERY: BrownStyle Magazine is seeking Father’s Day gift recommendations for an upcoming digital feature celebrating dads, father figures, and the men who show up with love, leadership, and style.
We’re looking for unique, thoughtful, and culturally resonant gift ideas across categories such as grooming, wellness, fashion, tech, fragrance, accessories, home, and lifestyle.
Please provide a short product description, links, and Instagram. Samples may be required.
Yahoo Creators is looking for First Apartment Essentials
Name: Karen Kelly
Email: [email protected]
Media Outlet: Yahoo Creators (https://creators.yahoo.com/)
Deadline: 12:00 PM ET - 24 May
QUERY: I'm looking for fun products to be featured in a first apartment checklist guide on Yahoo Creators. If you have practical, stylish, or must-have products that help make a new apartment feel functional and put together, I’d love to connect.
Please fill out your responses here: https://forms.gle/3Ru3ajZvk4k3F8jA6
Travel + Leisure is seeking samples: fashion trends, shoes, bags for teens, clubbing, summer
Name: Amanda Ward
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/amanda-ward
Media Outlet: Travel + Leisure (https://www.travelandleisure.com)
Deadline: 6:00 PM ET - 5 June
Query:
Hi, I am seeking fashion trends, shoes, bags, and samples for women and young women going clubbing and on summer trips. Would love samples sent to Amanda Ward, 2708 Rae Dell, Austin, TX 78704, size 6 clothing, 7 shoes.
Night Helper is seeking Summer Products to Get Kids Outdoors and Active
Name: Lisa Charleston
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/lisa-charleston-1
Media Outlet: Night Helper (https://nighthelper.com)
Deadline: 12:00 AM ET - 31 July
No AI Pitches Considered
Query:
Hi,
I’m the owner of Night Helper Blog, a family lifestyle platform reaching over 30K monthly readers (Google Analytics). We’re currently curating our Summer product features focused on getting kids and families outdoors and away from screens.
We’re looking to showcase standout products that encourage outdoor fun and active living, including items like outdoor games, bikes, e-bikes, skateboards, pools, and unique “aha” products for both kids and adults.
If your brand has something that fits this space, we would love to feature it. Our audience is highly engaged and always looking for new, fun, and practical ways to enjoy the summer season.
We offer editorial features, seasonal guide placements, and social promotion to help brands gain meaningful exposure during peak summer traffic.
Feel free to reach out with details, we’d love to connect.
Best,
Lisa
Mother’s Day
JustLuxe is looking for Mother’s Day Holiday Gift Guide
Name: Merilee Kern
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/merilee-kern-1
Media Outlet: JustLuxe (https://www.justluxe.com)
Deadline: 12:00 AM ET - 10 May
Query:
Seeking newsworthy Mother’s Day gift items (home decor, kitchenware and appliances, technology, fashion, beauty and more) for NO COST coverage consideration / product spotlight to run with multiple outlets in syndication -- JustLuxe, Resident and an array of other lifestyle and luxury media like the examples here https://bit.ly/TLLGiftGuides and here https://tinyurl.com/llrportfilio. Though *not* guaranteed, it’s possible that select submissions might also be discretionarily covered on TV. Coverage is FTC compliant and is review and/or display-based so full size physical sample/s required for evaluation and reporting. Send pitches/information via email to [email protected]. Send pitches with "HARO: [Your Brand Name Here]" as the email subject line. Relevant press materials may be mailed to The Luxe List Reviews, 5645 Coral Ridge Drive #286, Coral Springs, FL 33076. No phone calls please.
Gift Bags
Emily Reviews is looking for Mother's Day Gift Guide
Name: Emily Smith
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://helpareporter.com/journalist/emily-smith
Media Outlet: Emily Reviews (https://www.emilyreviews.com)
Deadline: 12:00 AM ET - 10 May
Query:
At Emily Reviews we are planning our 2026 Mother's day gift guide! We'll be featuring a variety of Mother's day gift ideas for mothers and grandmothers of various ages. Our goal is to include classic gift suggestions, some hobby-based items, and some unique items! We love featuring jewelry companies, clothing companies, personal care and beauty gifts, photo gifts, hobby-specific items such as bird feeders or gardening items and more. We also like to include gift ideas that span a wide range of price points to accommodate different budgets. There is no fee to participate in our gift guide. Instead, we look to work with brands or businesses that are interested in sending product samples. In some cases, we'll do full reviews of products. In other cases, we simply accept the product sample in exchange for a featured post. All brands that participate in our gift guide will have the option to host a giveaway for our readers if they'd like. Our readers are primarily women ages 25-44 living in the US. Most of them have at least one child, and most are the primary shopper for their household.
Posh Lifestyle & Beauty Blog is looking for Editor-Approved Summer Skincare: The Products Worth the Hype Right Now
Name: Carla Snuggs
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/carla-snuggs
Media Outlet: Posh Lifestyle & Beauty Blog (https://www.poshbeautyblog.com)
Deadline: 3:00 AM ET - 11 May
Query:
I’m currently curating our Editor-Approved Summer Skincare feature, highlighting standout products that perform under real summer conditions, including heat, humidity, SPF layering, and hyperpigmentation concerns.
This is a selective, editorial roundup focused on formulas that deliver results, not trends. I’m seeking submissions from skincare brands that align with the following:
Thoughtful, results-driven formulations
Strong ingredient profiles (e.g., stable vitamin C, niacinamide, barrier-supporting ingredients, SPF innovations)
Products that layer well and perform in warm-weather routines
Clear brand positioning and product differentiation
Submission Guidelines:
Please include:
Brand name + product name(s)
Hero ingredients and key benefits
What makes this formula stand out in the current market
Price point and target customer
Website + press links (if available)
Posh Lifestyle & Beauty Blog is looking for shoppable products in Beauty, Wellness, Fashion
Name: Carla Snuggs
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/carla-snuggs
Media Outlet: Posh Lifestyle & Beauty Blog (https://www.poshbeautyblog.com)
Deadline: 3:00 AM ET - 13 May
Query:
I am currently curating a high-end, shoppable guide titled "Posh & Perimenopausal: Redefining the Second Act." This feature focuses on the intersection of luxury lifestyle beauty and wellness for women in their 40s and 50s.
I am looking for:
Medical/Style Experts: Dermatologists, endocrinologists, and stylists who specialize in the 40+ demographic.
AND products in the following categories
Beauty: Skincare for estrogen-depleted skin, longevity-focused biotech (exosomes, stem cells), and scalp/hair health for thinning.
Wellness: Luxury supplements, biohacking tools (red light, wearable tech), and sleep-optimization systems.
Fashion: "Quiet luxury" brands that utilize cooling fabrics, structured silhouettes for changing bodies, and elevated "hot-flash-friendly" event wear.
Please send:
Experts: The Insight: One "elevated" tip for navigating midlife with style and vitality.
Brands: The Product: Your flagship product for this demographic (include a link).
Mom Does Reviews is seeking products for Mom/Dad/Grad gift guide
Name: Pam Maynard
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/pam-maynard
Media Outlet: Mom Does Reviews (https://www.momdoesreviews.com)
Deadline: 2:00 AM ET - 15 May
Query:
Popular blog, Mom Does Reviews (over 78K page views and over 220K social media following) is seeking family-friendly products for our 2026 Mom/Dad/Grad Gift Guide. This comprehensive guide spotlights thoughtful, fun, and on-trend gift ideas for moms, dads, and graduates, all paired with our trusted, in-depth reviews. It’s a strong opportunity to position your brand in front of a highly engaged, purchase-minded audience. We’d be delighted to share your product in a dedicated review post on Mom Does Reviews and social media shares. There is never a fee for a review, but products should have a minimum total value of $125 USD (Multiple items may be bundled to meet this minimum.)
• Product Requirements: Products must be new physical products (no used media samples or digital products) and will not be returned. We do not review alcohol or adult-themed products.
• The Process: Our dedicated team of mom reviewers will thoroughly test your product. Once we confirm your product for review, we'll connect you with an assigned writer for shipping details. The product will be used for approximately two weeks, and the review will be completed within three weeks. You'll then receive a link to the published review along with initial social media shares.
• Submission Deadlines: Please send your products by June 1st to be included in our Mom/Dad/Grad Gift Guide
Steph's Cheers and Jeers is looking for Father's Day Gift Ideas
Name: Stephy Richards
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/stephy-richards
Media Outlet: Steph's Cheers and Jeers (https://www.stephscheersandjeers.com)
Deadline: 12:00 AM ET - 18 May
Query:
I am looking for gift ideas for dads, grandfathers, and father figures across multiple categories, including personalized gifts, food & drink, apparel, budget-friendly gifts, unique gifts, and more.
The guide will be live on my blog and socials.
Ginger Casa is looking for Father's Day or Summer Gift Guide
Name: Gena Lazcano
Email: [email protected]
Media Outlet: Ginger Casa (https://gingercasa.com)
Deadline: 1:00 AM ET - 24 May
Query:
I'm looking for high quality products to feature in my Father's Day Gift Guide OR my Summer Gift Guide. I will post on GingerCasa.com and syndicate to MSN. Product is required for both, and quotes will not be accepted.
Emily Reviews is looking for Travel Products Partnership
Name: Emily Smith
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://helpareporter.com/journalist/emily-smith
Media Outlet: Emily Reviews (https://www.emilyreviews.com)
Deadline: 12:00 AM ET - 1 June
Query:
Laurie, a contributor of EmilyReviews, is going on vacation this spring! She's going on a road trip in March, and will be traveling by plane in June. She's interested in partnering with brands on travel-related review items including luggage, travel accessories, or anything that can make the experience more enjoyable. If you represent a brand that makes products to make travel go more smoothly, we'd love to hear from you. These blog posts will be shared on our blog Facebook and Twitter pages in addition to being mailed out to our newsletter subscribers.
Sammy Approves is looking for Summer Fun Gift Items for Kids, Family, Dog
Name: Samantha Ramos
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/samantha-ramos
Media Outlet: Sammy Approves (https://sammyapproves.com)
Deadline: 3:00 AM ET - 1 June
Query:
Looking for summer fun items for Kids, Family, or Dog. Think toys, grilling, sunscreen, games, anything that would make summer fun for a family!
Contest Corner is seeking Products For 8th Annual Mother's & Father's Day Gift Guide
Name: Beeb Ashcroft
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/beeb-ashcroft
Media Outlet: Contest Corner (https://www.contest-corner.com)
Deadline: 8:00 PM ET - 12 June
Query:
Digital magazine Contest Corner is gearing up to launch its 8th annual Mother's & Father's Day Gift Guide. Founded in 2008, the lifestyle and sweepstakes outlet currently receives over 1 million pageviews per month, and has shared comprehensive Gift Guides with its readers for over a decade. Contest Corner is currently accepting product submissions and looking for "Winning" gift ideas; we are interested in products for mom and dad across all categories, ranging from tools and small appliances to beauty and fashion. Of particular interest are gifts in the following categories: Tech gadgets, kitchen items, security/trail cameras, clothing & accessories, shoes, skin care and makeup, fragrance, household items and pet strollers or similar products for "Pet parents". Samples are required for inclusion.
We highlight black-owned brands and other diverse companies: Any BIPOC, LGBTQ+ or disabled owners who want to send a sample will automatically be included - please flag this in your initial email so we know to send you the submission guidelines ASAP. (Please note, due to our our content guidelines, there are extremely rare instances where we are unable to share a product because of its sensitive nature, or because the content would go against TOS.)
Learn more about Contest Corner and our writers here: https://www.contest-corner.com/about/
Life in a Break Down is looking for New Year Competition Prizes
Name: Sarah Bailey
Email: [email protected]
Media Outlet: Life in a Break Down (https://www.lifeinabreakdown.com)
Deadline: 7:00 PM ET - 29 June
Query:
Hi, My name is Sarah, and I run the website lifeinabreakdown.com.
Each week, I bring my readers a fun giveaway, and I would love to find new people to team up with for this through 2026.
Alongside each giveaway, I am happy to provide a review of your item (if you were pleased to provide two products), or I can do a general post about your brand. I make sure each of these posts is evergreen and stands alone, without competition, to make it SEO-friendly and informative for anyone who comes across the post at any time.
If this sounds interesting to you, or you have any more questions about me, my blog or how I run my competitions, please do get in touch.
Emily Reviews is looking for Father's Day Gift Ideas
Name: Emily Smith
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/emily-smith
Media Outlet: Emily Reviews (https://www.emilyreviews.com)
Deadline: 12:00 AM ET - 12 June
Query:
At Emily Reviews, we are planning our 2025 Father's Day gift guide! We'll be featuring a variety of Father's Day gift ideas for fathers and grandfathers of various ages. Our goal is to include classic gift suggestions, some hobby-based items, and some unique items! We love featuring hobby gear like video game gear or gardening items, clothing companies, personal care items, gift baskets and more. We also like to include gift ideas that span a wide range of price points to accommodate different budgets. There is no fee to participate in our gift guide. Instead, we look to work with brands or businesses that are interested in sending product samples. In some cases, we'll do full reviews of products. In other cases, we simply accept the product sample in exchange for a featured post. All brands that participate in our gift guide will have the option to host a giveaway for our readers if they'd like. Our readers are primarily women ages 25-44 living in the US. Most of them have at least one child, and most are the primary shopper for their household.
Travel
Travel + Leisure is seeking resort wear, beauty, bath, home goods, towels, bedding, fragrance
Name: Amanda Ward
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/amanda-ward
Media Outlet: Travel + Leisure (https://www.travelandleisure.com)
Deadline: 7:00 PM ET - 5 June
Query:
Hi, I am working on a story about how to re-create a luxury vacation at home: resort wear, home goods, towels, bedding, fragrance, beauty and bath, anything that comes to mind. "How to bring the Hotel Home."
Travel + Leisure is seeking ultra luxury summer travel clothes and accessories
Name: Amanda Ward
Email: [email protected]
HARO Journalist Profile URL: https://www.helpareporter.com/journalist/amanda-ward
Media Outlet: Travel + Leisure (https://www.travelandleisure.com)
Deadline: 6:00 PM ET - 5 June
Query:
Hi,
I am working on a story about fashion trends for ultra-luxury summer travel and yacht travel to places like St. Barths. Seeking trend info and samples.
Thank you!
General
BoozeMakers is looking for Gentlemen's Fathers Day Gift Guide
Name: Rob Boirun
Email: [email protected]
Media Outlet: BoozeMakers (https://www.boozemakers.com)
Deadline: 12:00 AM ET - 2026-05-16
QUERY: Working on our annual Gentlemen's Fathers Day gift guide for BoozeMakers.com where we are looking for physical samples of gift ideas that would be ideal for the Dad that likes the finer things in life. Anything exercise, sports, outdoors, hiking, food/drink, alcohol brands, travel, lifestyle, clothing, tech would work great in this guide.
Technology
T3 is looking for Luxe kids toys grown-ups would like
Name: John Brandon
Email: [email protected]
Media Outlet: T3 (https://www.t3.com)
Deadline: 1:00 AM ET - 18 May
No AI Pitches Considered
Query:
Looking for any type of kids toy but products grown ups would still love. Think RC cars modelled after a Range Rover, high tech but affordable drones, building blocks, etc. So actual toys for kids, but with such a luxury price tag and high end features that adults would still like it.
What I need to know: UK availability, UK price, UK link, List of most high tech features, Sample available to test? High res photos
Required: It needs to be an actual kids toy marketed to kids, but something so cool adults would like it
That’s all, folks!!
Ada

