I’ve definitely had more than my share of run-ins with products. Household, beauty, you name it — I’ve got something to say. But regardless if it’s good, bad, or fabulous, who exactly do you tell about your experience? I’d like to think my letters to the head of “Large Product Company” would hear my complaint, suggestion, or praise, but I’m not that naive.

Well, that is not the case when it comes to Proctor & Gamble. Their site Vocal Point allows moms to offer their opinions about a myriad of products via tasteful and well organized forums. I am always reluctant to join programs like this because I fear the email spam and who knows what else you’ll get, but a few of the Parent Bloggers were actually already members and they reassured me that this program was definitely something I wanted to be a part of.

Christina from A Mommy Story had this to say about how the program works.

They contact women to tell them about new products, and often have samples available for VP members to try out and give their opinion on. They have surveys and special offers for members to provide feedback on new products. They also occasionally have focus group sessions in many cities, inviting members to come discuss products they like and dislike. I’ve never seen anyone else hold a focus group in Columbus, OH.

It’s worth signing up because they give women the chance to sound off about popular products from large companies, and try out new products, sometimes before they are released to the general public.

Slackermommy was eager to share her thoughts on the program:

I’ve been a Vocalpoint member since Feb 2006. They are a first class company. On a regular basis I receive quality coupons and samples that I can actually use. Their marketing materials are fun and attractive. They also send extra coupons for me to share with friends and family.

Karianna from Kari’s Couch said this:

It enables the member to get advance information about shows: Remember “CoverShot?” I wouldn’t have known about this fun show if it weren’t for Vocal Point; in fact, Vocal Point members voted to determine the “reveal shot” for one of the contestants. I have received preview DVDs of shows before the season begins, such as for Meerkat Manor.

Vocal Point sends members brochures, magnets, and coupons to share with friends. It is definitely great to be the “gal with the free stuff!” Frequently these products are a new spin from a familiar and trusted brand. The brochures are typically fun shapes: not your typical informational packet.

And Glennia from The Silent I sold me instantly:

What I like about Vocal Point is that they give you an opportunity to be part of the ground-floor of major marketing campaigns. There are a number of opportunities to voice your opinions about products and what does or does not appeal to you. They also send great coupons for things that are actually useful, and freebies to try out from time to time. I think their approach is very friendly and I don’t feel like I’m being spammed, just asked to participate.

And since joining the program a few days ago, I have to agree. The site is non-instrusive and easy to maneuver through. And the first email I received outlined several opportunities to share opinions as well as receive free samples.

If you’re not comfortable with anything, you can opt-out at anytime! But from what my trusted bloggers have shared, it sounds like what you get from Vocal Point is very worthwhile.

If you’ve ever had an opinion to share about a product, this is your opportunity. Membership is free! Sign up and let us know your experience! We’ll be compiling quotes from users over the next month and will highlight them here at Parent Bloggers. Leave your comments in this post.

Parent Bloggers Network is not paid for sign-ups to this program.