Why are Intactivists So Angry? Cloth Diapers & Circumcision

Jun 23,2014 / By Maria / 126 Comments

Why are Intactivists So Angry? Cloth Diapers & Circumcision

Apparently recently a cloth diaper retailer had an influx of intactivists (people who are highly vocal when speaking out against routine infant circumcision) unleash their fury because the store was giving advice on post surgical care when using cloth diapers. Not all intactivists are the same. Today I’m going to admit something. I’m a closet intactivist. I’m not a good one, because I’m quiet, and I’ve never managed to save a baby, despite my best efforts. I’m so relieved when I find out someone is having a baby girl, because I don’t feel that internal struggle of do I mention it? Do I leave it alone? Am I going to offend her? Will I lose her as a friend? What if I don’t say something, and she later has regret? I am incredibly nervous about this post and I’m trying to write from my heart and be genuine, but not offensive. If you are offended, please know it wasn’t intentional.

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Cloth Diaper Giveaway Roundup for 6/20/14 (Plus Linky for All Giveaways)

Jun 20,2014 / By Maria / 4 Comments

Every Friday, I publish a list of cloth diaper giveaways I’ve found all over the web. Subscribe to our RSS Feed or subscribe via email.

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Free Sample Sized Project from Kiwi Crate

Jun 20,2014 / By Maria / No Comment

Post contains affiliate links. There are lots of subscription boxes out there, and one that I’ve purchased and enjoyed was Kiwi Crate. This isn’t a “stuff” subscription, rather an experience. Each month has a theme, and they are educational, hands on activities and crafts. I’ve written a few posts about what the kids received in their Kiwi Crate boxes, and they always had a blast. (You can also check out some sample crates.) We stopped buying them because during the school year, I felt like we didn’t have time, but I might pick it back up for the summer. I loved that there was an affordable sibling add-on option, so I didn’t have to buy a second box.

Right now Kiwi Crate is offering 25% on a 1st month subscription with code SUMMER25, or get a free sample sized project*, Rad Rockets, to see how you like it. Just pay $3.95 shipping. This is a very limited offer, so don’t wait!

*Your free trial project will ship within two business days. You will have 14 days after your trial project ships to cancel your subsription. If you choose to not cancel, you will be charged $19.95/month (see FAQs for details) and receive 2-3 new projects per month with your Kiwi Crate monthly subscription. You may cancel at any time. Offer only available to U.S. residents.

In other news, Kiwi Crate has an awesome sweepstakes going on. Prize includes:

Annual subscription to Kiwi Crate ($240 value)
$50 worth of arts & crafts supplies from Kiwi Crate
$250 Target giftcard from VolunteerSpot for all your party essentials

Enter the sweepstakes.

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Silikids Siliskin Glass Kids Cups Review & Giveaway (7/3) U.S. & Canada

Jun 19,2014 / By Maria / 4 Comments

I received a product at no cost for review purposes. I was not otherwise compensated for this post, and all opinions are my own. Silikids popped onto my radar when I saw their Siliskin top, which is a stretchy silicone piece that slips over a glass, plastic or metal cup, to turn it into a sippy.

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Motherhood Personal Posts

First Time Mom vs. Third Time Mom

Jun 18,2014 / By Maria / 3 Comments

Over the years I’ve read a few articles, blog posts and the like about first time moms vs. second, third and beyond. We’ve all seen some variation of the joke above. Some are hilariously funny, some ring true. However, I find that some are downright condescending and poke fun at first time moms.

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