Green Babies Shampoo & Wash Review & Bubble Bath Giveaway (CLOSED 10/21)

Oct 14,2011 / By Maria / 3 Comments

Green Babies sells organic cotton clothing, accessories, bedding, wooden toys and the Green Babies Body Care line!

I received a full size Baby Me Shampoo & Wash and a sample packet of the Lotion Potion Moisturizer.

The Shampoo & Body Wash does not contain synthetic fragrances, phthalates, parabens, sulfates or petrochemicals. It’s also vegan, hypo-allergenic, tear free, and never tested on animals. The bottle is made with a minimum of 50% recycled material!

INGREDIENTS: Water, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine°, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Benzoin (Styrax Benzoin) Gum, Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil, Carum Carvi (Caraway) Seed Oil, Cedarwood Oil, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil, Myroxylon Pereirae (Balsam Peru) Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Oil, Rose Flower Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, Dipteryx Odorata (Tonka Beans) Oil, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, Viola Odorata (Violet) Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract*, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract*, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate+, Sodium Benzoate+

*Certified organic ingredient, °Derived from Coconut, +Food grade preservative

It has a “Sweet Baby Scent” which I love. There are no synthetic fragrances in the wash, the scent comes from the ingredients! It lathered well, rinsed easily and didn’t irritate my son’s skin. A 12 oz bottle retails for $10.99.

The Lotion Potion Moisturizer is the same story! No synthetic fragrances, phthalates, parabens, sulfates or petrochemicals. Vegan, hypo-allergenic, tear free, and never tested on animals, bottle made with a minimum of 50% recycled material.

INGREDIENTS: Water, Cetearyl Alcohol°, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil*, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract*, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract*, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Flower Extract*, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Benzoin (Styrax Benzoin) Gum, Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil, Carum Carvi (Caraway) Seed Oil, Cedarwood Oil, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil, Myroxylon Pereirae (Peru Balsam) Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Oil, Rose Flower Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, Dipteryx Odorata (Tonka Beans) Oil, Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Fruit Extract, Viola Odorata (Violet) Extract, Vegetable Oil*, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Polysorbate 60, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate+, Sodium Benzoate+

*Certified organic ingredient, °Derived from Coconut, +Food grade preservative

The Sweet Baby scent is light and pleasant. What I liked best about the lotion potion moisturizer is how quickly and thoroughly is absorbs into skin. My son has some sensory issues and he freaks.out when I try to put lotion on him. He will occasionally ask me to put a tiny dot of lotion on his hands, but when I try to put anything on the dry, irritated skin on his arms and legs, you’d think I had put bugs on him or something.

I put some of the Green Babies lotion on him and as usual, he said “Take it off! Take it off Mommy!!” I rubbed my hands on his arms & legs where I had applied the lotion, and pretended to rub it on my own arms instead. Then I told him it was all gone, that I had put it on myself instead. The lotion had already absorbed into his skin, and it just felt soft, but not slimy or greasy. He rubbed his leg, seemed satisfied, and moved on. Phew!! An 8 ounce bottle retails for $8.99.

I’d love to try the Smooth Me Detangler spray also. I know my daughter would love the bottle!

Giveaway: I have a Green Babies Energizing Bubble Bath to send one winner (ARV $10.99.) Entries go in the Rafflecopter form.

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Thirsties Duo Wrap & Duo Hemp Prefold Giveaway (CLOSED 10/20) US/Canada

Oct 13,2011 / By Maria / 11 Comments

Earlier this year, I did a photo review of a Thirsties Duo Wrap and Prefold. (Check out that post for all the details and photos!) I had won a cover & sized fitted in a giveaway, and chose the newborn sizes, even though I wasn’t expecting at that point! You may call it crazy, I call it planning ahead! Anyway, I wanted to compare the XS cover to the duo wrap, and I had a gift certificate, so I went for it!

Since my newborn isn’t here yet, I haven’t actually gotten to use this, but I have yet to meet a Thirsties product I don’t like!

The Thirsties Duo Wrap is essentially the same design as the duo diaper, only it’s a cover!

The duo wrap has a trimmer fit than the sized covers, so it’s perfect to use over prefolds or trim diapers. It comes in size 1 (6-18 pounds) and size 2 (18-40 pounds) to get you from birth to potty training with just 2 sizes!

The wraps come in 9 colors ($12.75 each) and 5 prints ($13.75 each.) They’re available with snaps as well as Velcro closures!

They pair perfectly with the duo hemp prefold, which also comes in size 1 and 2. The prefolds are super soft (and I mean soft) cotton hemp jersey, which is more durable and more absorbent than 100% cotton, and is naturally anti-microbial. They are sewn so that each portion is only 2 layers thick, so they are easier to get clean and dry (view my review for all the pics!) Each prefold retails for $7.00.

Be sure to request a Thirsties print catalog, “like” Thirsties on Facebook and follow Thirsties on Twitter!

Giveaway: Thirsties is offering one of my readers a Duo Wrap and Duo Hemp Prefold in his/her choice of size, color and closure! Entries go in the Rafflecopter form.

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Aden & Anais Slumber Muslin Sleeping Bag Review & Giveaway (CLOSED 10/19)

Oct 12,2011 / By Maria / 4 Comments

October is SIDS awareness month, and Aden & Anais (you may know them for their popular muslin swaddling blankets!) are proud sponsors of the CJ foundation for SIDS. They have a great PDF flyer with 10 safety tips and one of those tips is to remove loose bedding, and consider a wearable blanket instead.

I received an Aden & Anais slumber, classic muslin sleeping bag. It is a light weight, single layer of muslin, and is available in 8 prints/colors. I received the Jungle Jam elephant print! The sleeping bags are also available in a cozy version, which is 4 layers of muslin.

I chose the size small, which fits up to 6 months, 23-28″ and 10-18 lbs. I love that they are available in sizes up to XL, which fits 18-24 months, 35-40″ and 26-36 lbs. So you can keep your baby safe and cuddly warm, no matter what his age or size.

Muslin’s light, open weave allows your baby’s body to regulate it’s temperature, without getting overheated. They’re breathable and soft, and get softer with every wash.

There’s an extra strip of muslin over the zipper, so you don’t have to worry about it scratching your little one!

The sleeping bags are designed to be worn over pajamas, and zip from the bottom to make diaper changes easier!

My son caught me trying to take some pictures and insisted that his bear model for you (he is used to me snatching his Manni for newborn diaper photos!)

I can’t wait to have a new baby to put in this sleeping bag, and the elephant print will be adorable whether it’s a boy or a girl!!

~~Giveaway: One winner will receive an Aden & Anais classic sleeping bag in his/her choice of size and print (ARV $32.00) Entries go in the Rafflecopter form.~~

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Babykicks 3G Pocket Cloth Diaper Giveaway (CLOSED 10/18)

Oct 11,2011 / By Maria / 20 Comments

I reviewed my Babykicks Bumboo pocket diaper about 16 months ago, then compared the Bumboo pocket to the new 3G pocket about 7 months ago. I love the Babykicks Joey Bunz one size inserts, especially with the improved tapered end and sizing guidelines. Please view my full Babykicks 3G Pocket Diaper review for all the details and photos!

I also made a video demonstrating how to use the newborn snap. This is one of only a handful of one-size diapers that I think would really work on a newborn!

The 3G pocket is available in 4 great colors, plus the white with multicolored snaps. It’s a trim one-size pocket with a front pocket opening and side snaps, and the snap down rise allows it to fit babies from 7-40 pounds. The waterproof PUL outer has fleece gussets that allow air flow, but not leaks. The lining of the diaper is 30% Certified Organic Cotton and 70% Rayon made from Bamboo, a great choice if you prefer natural materials over microfleece or suedecloth.

The Babykicks 3G pocket diaper retails for $20.50 and is available at lots of online and “brick and mortar” retailers! Be sure to follow Babykicks on Twitter and “like” Babykicks on Facebook.

Giveaway: Babykicks is offering one of my readers a 3G pocket diaper in his/her choice of color (ARV $20.50.) Entries go in the Rafflecopter form.

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Utterly Yours Pregnancy Pillow Giveaway (CLOSED 10/17)

Oct 10,2011 / By Maria / 5 Comments

We all know that pregnant women are supposed to sleep on their left side, but it’s not always comfy. I’ve heard of some women kicking their hubbies out of bed to make room for bulky pregnancy pillows! Utterly Yours has a better pregnancy pillow to keep you comfortable, and your spouse in bed!

The Utterly Yours pregnancy pillow is made in the U.S.A and has a cube design that opens into two triangles. The solid side is eco-friendly memory foam (hypoallergenic, zero gas emissions, pollutant free manufacturing process) that conforms to your belly. The patterned side is a higher density (firmer) foam that supports your back and keeps you comfortably on your side.

The pillow is compact enough to travel with, but it isn’t overly complicated or difficult to use. The fabric that connects the two sides stretches to accommodate a growing belly, but it’s available in 3 sizes so you can get a great fit. If you’re very close to the maximum, you may want to size up. Otherwise one pillow will get you through your pregnancy! The pillow is available with 6 different color/pattern combinations, and the cover is removable and machine washable! Each pillow retails for $44.95 plus S&H, and are also available through distributors, retailers and online retailers.

Giveaway: Utterly Yours is offering one of my readers a pregnancy pillow in her choice of size and color (ARV $44.95.)

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Category : Giveaway

Green Babies Shampoo & Wash Review & Bubble Bath Giveaway (CLOSED 10/21)

Thirsties Duo Wrap & Duo Hemp Prefold Giveaway (CLOSED 10/20) US/Canada

Aden & Anais Slumber Muslin Sleeping Bag Review & Giveaway (CLOSED 10/19)

Babykicks 3G Pocket Cloth Diaper Giveaway (CLOSED 10/18)

Utterly Yours Pregnancy Pillow Giveaway (CLOSED 10/17)

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