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We strive for loving care of our customers and spreading cloth diapering and natural parenting education.Elizabethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04350402567477709145noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4412343392687204769.post-84151960767335335932013-01-02T23:01:00.000-08:002013-01-10T01:04:35.235-08:00Bamboobies Review and Giveaway<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Bamboobies were born out of necessity - 'the mother of invention!’ by </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">mom-preneur Kerry Gilmartian who was looking for a nursing pad that did not leak, bunch up, or become visible through a shirt. Every pad she tried failed this criteria so she decided to create her own pads. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A year into product development and prototyping with different fabrics and designs, she have settled on a couple of unique breast pad designs that mothers absolutely love. Made from buttery soft, highly absorbent, moisture wicking bamboo velour, both the regular and overnight pads live up to their promises of being the thinnest for daily use and thickest for overnight use with no leaks, guaranteed! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"When my daughter was born she went right the breast and very happily settled there.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We were a
great nursing pair.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I did very
little research about nursing or nursing products.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I just went with the flow and used the products available
to me in the big box stores.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This
included nursing pads.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I used disposables and, once I discovered them, reusable pads too.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They worked but they weren’t great. The reusable pads were thick and round but
the wrong shape for my breasts. This was very obvious under my nursing
tanks and thinner nursing bras.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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wrap wet boobs in plastic! We
continued this way and thankfully survived.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When my son born 2 years later I expected the same
scenario as with my daughter. After a great labor and birth, my son did go straight to
the breast and started to nurse. I was thrilled!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>That was about 11 am.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> Then, along</span> comes 2 am and he’s been using
me as a pacifier almost all day! I was already so sore.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I sent my husband to the store for some
lanolin and hobbled my way to the nurses station for one of those little green
pacifiers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> After</span> we were released, the soreness increased.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> I realized m</span>y son
was a snacker! Not only that, he
didn’t want to open his mouth and would suck my nipple in like a straw.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>OWWW!!!!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was on YouTube at 2, 3 and 4 am watching nursing videos
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Some where along the way I found a review for
Bamboobies Nursing Pads.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I already knew how soft bamboo velour was because I had ordered a yard to make “pillowcases” for my daughter’s microfiber inserts when we were having overnight
wetting problems with our cloth diapers. The description of the pads on the Bamboobies website addressed all the issues I had
with nursing pads in the past. The
price point made me hem and haw a little, so I slept (or something resembling sleep)
on it. I woke in the morning soaked and sore and decided my boobs were worth
it! So, I ordered the Bamboobies Variety 6 Pair Pack.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When they arrived I checked out my loot. I had 3 pairs of daytime hearts (pink,
red and black) and 3 pairs of ridiculously soft nighttime pads. Knowing what I knew about natural fiber cloth diapers, I called to find out if I need to prep these puppies. Nope, they are good to go right out of the package!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>So, I excitedly showed them to my husband and his mom since they were
both home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They smiled politely
and probably thought I was crazy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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love.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She just shoved them under
her shirt a ran off.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Like mother,
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And because of the shape they are flexible and mold well around my breast.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our mail comes in the late afternoon so
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</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The first overnight with my Bamboobies was
great! I woke up with heavy, full pads but not wet diapers.<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Diapers?!! Yes, I
would sleep with prefolds under me so I could just pick them up and wash them
without having to keep washing my sheets.
Woohoo!!! I can </span>sleep on my sheets!! At this time my son was about 2 to 3 weeks
old.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He would wake up to nurse
about every 1.5 to 2<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>hours and my
milk would still beat him to the punch.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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all the milk to the core of the pads so even though they are full and heavy, feel dry to the touch, not
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When I used the daytime hearts for the second time, I was equally impressed with
their absorbency.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They are SO thin! I have no clue where all the leaked milk goes but I do know it did not get on my bra or shirts. Just like that, my nursing life became a
little easier and more comfortable. Another great quality of the bamboo velour is the texture.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yes, it is soft but because it is not
smooth it doesn't get stiff (think men’s starched dress shirt).<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My old cotton washable pads would get
stiff and scratchy when the milk would dry. Not the best sensation on
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">On a normal day I changed my nursing pads twice, once at nap time and again around dinner time. This became part of my daily routine, making the 6 pack I bought perfect for me. I did a load of baby + mommy
laundry once a day which included anything of his and anything of mine that touched him. The overnight
pads did come out of the dryer still damp.
All I had to do was reshape them and lay them in the sun. They would be dry and good to go within an hour or so. With this routine, I
aways had pads to get through the next day. </span>Honestly, not having any extra pads kept me on schedule.
If I didn’t do the laundry I would have to use my old cotton pads, which I absolutely did not want to do! While $40 may seem like a lot of money for a pack of nursing pads, it really isn’t when you consider I had enough nursing pads for 2 to 3 days because these pads are so absorbent. I highly recommend Bamboobies nursing pads. To a nursing mom of a newborn, they are truly worth their weight in gold! Thank you for taking the time to read my review!” ~Vanessa</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To give our fans the opportunity to try these fabulous nursing pads, we are giving away a 2 pair pack of Regular Bamboobies, a $17 value. If you would like to purchase Bamboobies Nursing Pads, you can find them <a href="http://www.gobabygoshop.com/bamboobies-breast-pads/" target="_blank">here</a>. Good Luck! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Why swaddle? <span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Swaddling’s ability to soothe and calm babies has been known to mothers around the world for countless generations. I</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">n 2002, the medical journal Pediatrics published a study that explained why babies who are swaddled sleep more peacefully by preventing spontaneous movements (called reflex motion) from waking them up continually during the night. The same year, the Journal of Applied Physiology wrote that swaddled infants stay in REM sleep (the most restorative, deepest sleep) longer than those who were not swaddled. Thanks to the generous size of these versatile blankets (47” X 47”), they also</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Giveaway </span>#5 is a 3 pack of Aden + Anais Bamboo Muslin Swaddles in your choice of prints from our in-stock selection. To enter, leave a comment below telling us what helped to soothe and comfort your newborn. Good luck and thank you for sharing our 5th Birthday celebration with us! --Gina</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The name says it all. These products are truly delish! Giveaway #4 is a Delish Naturals Gift Set consisting of one each Yum Bum Butter, Delish-ious Shampoo & Body Wash, and Delish-ious Baby & Body Lotion in your choice of yummy scents from our in-stock selections. To enter, leave a comment below telling us your favorite all natural skin care product! Just our way of thanking you for being a loyal fan and celebrating our 5th Birthday with us! Good luck! --Gina </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span">Giveaway #3 is a Swaddlebees One Size Simplex AIO in the winners choice of Elephants or Monsters print! These are the newest print additions to the Swaddlebees product line. What separates this AIO from the others on the market is </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;">pocket openings on both ends that allows you to increase the diaper's absorbency by adding extra inserts, then allowing the doubler or insert to agitate itself out in the wash. Hooray!!! Mama doesn’t have to touch wet, soiled inserts! To </span><span class="Apple-style-span">enter, leave a comment below telling us which cloth diaper started you on your cloth diapering journey. Good Luck and thanks for celebrating our 5th Birthday with us! --Gina</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Want a chance to win a pair of SLOOMB Underwoolies in your choice of color and size (1 or 2)? Leave a comment below telling us about your first experience with Go, Baby, Go Shop! and you will be eligible to win one of these awesome, trim fitting covers made from all melange yarns that are perfect for daytime use<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;">! Thanks for being a fan and celebrating our 5th Birthday with us!</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;">Giveaway Terms: One comment per person. Giveaway starts at midnight, October 23rd and runs until 1159 pm CST. Winner will be chosen via Random.org and announced on the blog. Winner has 48 hours to claim their prize before another winner is chosen. Winner may chose any color from our in-stock selection. Good luck! --Gina</span></span>Ginahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15017005245025079676noreply@blogger.com77tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4412343392687204769.post-65494495198443653822012-10-12T15:55:00.001-07:002012-10-14T21:22:23.673-07:00Beachfront Baby Wrap Giveaway<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: Beachfront Baby Wraps, formerly Water Wrap Carriers.com, are the brain child of Diane Turner, a WAHM living on the outskirts of San Antonio, Texas. Not only are these affordable and functional water wraps made in the USA, they are made locally by Diane and other local WAHMs who assist her with making each "made to order" wrap for specialty retailers and customers. Each wrap is made from 100% Polyester Jersey fabric that has a 2 way stretch making it perfect for use in and out of the water. I had the opportunity to try out one of the wraps during a beach trip last summer when my little boy was 10 months old. Let me just say these wraps are a life saver. I have no idea what we were thinking bringing so much stuff to the beach but it was really nice having my hands free to help carry bags. The carrier kept my my son safe and secure both on the beach and in the water during the busy Memorial Day Holiday. Another plus is it dries REALLY fast so you don’t have to worry about dealing with 15 ft. of wet fabric once you get back to your car or inside your home. And don’t let the name fool you. Not only can Beachfront Baby Wraps be used to wear your baby in the shower, at the beach, at the water-park or in the pool, you can also use them as an everyday sport wrap since they support babies from birth to approximately 30 pounds and are highly breathable in scorching South Texas summers. A busy mama’s saving grace! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I was curious how Diane got started making these awesome wraps so recently I visited her home/workshop to learn a little more about her business. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">I'm a happy mom of 4 wonderful children. I have been a babywearing momma since the birth of my oldest daughter in 2000, however, I didn't learn about </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">all the wonderful benefits and carrier options until the birth of my 3rd child in 2006. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">While I cut and sew most days, my children teach themselves and each other in our unschooling family. We live in the country surrounded by beautiful old oak trees which help to keep our family cool along with our 2 dogs, 6 cats, 2 rabbits, a flock of chickens and occasionally, our 5 goats that we share with my in-<wbr></wbr>laws. My husband is a fire fighter and a dedicated husband and gardener who grows as much food for our family as he can. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I also pursue photography as a hobby. I mostly take pictures of my children, but I also enjoy taking all my own product photos. All the product photos you see on my website and Etsy shop are local moms and dads that I photographed myself. </span></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgECpKFjXcUC5Fd3RHg6k4hiX7i9QYazv5oSoNsH2eDrWxxXL94DD1xlZVi8vaiHmDoeIl3NOWyAq7HOGsdEAR5SqsPZOaZSfFJVBMKRlXDdoyT0h0fIxRfZc61Xl8yEYecF8QMbLegvnjR/s1600/IMG_1349.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I come from a family of sewers. Both my parents sew and taught both my sister and I how to sew when we were young. My paternal grandparents owned a Singer Store in Nebraska. My Dad grew up in the store and not only did he learn how to sew there, he also learned the ins and outs of sewing machines. He later became a sewing machine repairman and still fixes machines to this day. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In other words, it’s in the blood! Right, Diane?</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">My water wraps were born of necessity in 2009 when my youngest child was 2 months old and we spent every hot summer afternoon in the pool. I couldn't swim with my 3 other children because I needed both hands to hold my baby in the water. I found myself really missing my Moby Wrap! That’s when I had the idea to make a wrap to use in the water. After finding the right fabric, I knew other mothers needed these wraps too so in 2010, I decided to sell them under my former business, Go, Baby, Go! At that time, my mom made the wraps under my specifications while I ran the business and cared for my 4 children.</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Has it ever! In January of 2011, I sold Go, Baby, Go! to a friend and opened my Etsy shop. A few months later I created my website under the name WaterWrapCarriers.com. I now have fifteen retailers total, thirteen in the USA including Go, Baby, Go! and one in Mexico, New Zealand, and Dubai! I’ve gone from offering a </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">one-<wbr></wbr>size wrap that fits most adults up to approximately 5’10” and/or 200 lbs. to offering a petite and extra long size as well. My newest products include a custom wrap in y</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">our choice of color with contrast serging and a “no wrap” water carrier. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">Since the name Water Wrap Carriers is more of a description and not really patentable, in September of 2012 I changed the name of my business to Beachfront Baby, </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 16px;">LLC so my wraps are now referred to as Beachfront Baby Wraps.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">It’s a work in progress. I moved my business from inside my house to a workshop my husband built for me above our garage earlier this year. It still has a way to go before it’s completely finished since my husband works on it in between his busy schedule as a fire fighter, husband, and father. This past July, he added air conditioning for which I was eternally grateful. Prior to having A/C, my work space was truly a “sweat shop”! Now I have a space large enough to accommodate my growing business. Everything from cutting to shipping can now be done in one place and I don’t even have to drive to get there! </span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Swaddlebees and Blueberry Diapers was started by Margarita, a mom of 3 who, after using cloth diapers from other companies, wanted to offer moms something better than plain, boring cloth diapers. After making and selling her first 12 diapers, she started the Blueberry brand, which offered some of the best prints on the market. In the first month, they sold all 2000 diapers in their first production run! Today, Blueberry offers high quality products with features you won’t find on other diapers made in the USA such as sourced fabrics from the USA, latex free elastics, and materials </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">guaranteed to be free from lead, pthalates and BPA. Buying Blueberry or Swaddlebees products means you are supporting safe products for babies and jobs for both the company’s workers and the retailers that sell the products. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 20px;">Combine that with a full one year warranty and a 90 day "satisfaction guaranteed or your money back” policy to round out the reasons why Blueberry diapers are one of the most sought after diapers on today’s market. W</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">hen you really look at what you are getting, these products are more than worth the few extra dollars you’ll spend compared to other cloth diaper brands. Blueberry is dedicated to “bringing the joy back to being a mom.” With so many adorable prints, what mom wouldn’t be filled with joy at the prospect of using a Blueberry or Swaddlebees diaper? </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I had never used a Minky diaper before this review. I wasn’t sure how I’d like having a “fuzzy” diaper. While I thought the prints were absolutely adorable, I wondered about issues like fading and/or pilling, which would decrease the diaper’s “cute” factor. Let me assure you I was pleasantly surprised when the Green Camo Minky Diaper I used for this review came out looking perfect wash after wash. I love the softness of the minky fabric, as does my toddler who likes to “pet” his diaper! Each pocket diaper comes with 2 very absorbent microfiber terry inserts, a </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; line-height: 20px;">3 layer small insert and a 4 layer longer insert that is adjustable for the medium and large sizes. The small insert also acts as a doubler when extra absorbency is desired with the 4 layer insert, which is a must with heavy wetters and toddlers. Another surprising find with this diaper is the thickness of the PUL lining. The Blueberry Minky Diaper has the thickest PUL lining of all the pocket diapers in my stash and yet is still very pliable. There is also plenty of growing room with this diaper. My 36” 2 year old can wear this diaper on either the medium rise snap setting for a trimmer fit during the day or the large rise snap setting for a higher rise to prevent stomach sleeping leaks during the night. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; line-height: 20px;">Daytime Test: During the day, I went ahead and used both inserts since I was testing it on my 2 year old son. The diaper has a great fit even with both inserts in the pocket. No gaps in the legs or waist which means less chance of leakage, especially for active toddlers who are running, climbing, jumping and squatting throughout the day. I changed the diaper at the 4 hour mark, which is generally my cut off for diapers during the day. The inserts could have held more fluid so I really think I could have gone another couple of hours without changing the diaper, which is good to know in a pinch! Nothing is worse than being away from home longer than you expected only to discover your little one’s diaper is leaking too. While it is always a good practice to change your child’s diaper every 2-3 hours during the day, sometimes life just happens and your usual routine gets shot down in flames! The second time I tested out the diaper during the day, I had to deal with a messy toddler poop. For some reason, my son’s stools were pretty soft that day and definitely put the diaper’s mini leg gussets to the test. I am happy to report that while the poop spread out to the leg opening, the gussets kept it from leaking out. Phew! Dodged a bullet with that one! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; line-height: 20px;">Nap Time Test: The diaper held up beautifully during my son’s 3 hour afternoon nap. Again, the inserts were not soaked so they would have held up even longer if needed. The Stay Dry lining is so soft and did a great job at wicking moisture away from his skin. Maybe that is why he slept an extra hour the day I did the nap time test! Talk about a win-win situation. I got an extra hour to get things done while my son woke up well rested and in a great mood! SCORE!!!! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; line-height: 20px;">Nighttime Test: Since my son sleeps 10+ hours per night, I went ahead and added a Swaddlebees Bamboo Doubler just to make sure he didn’t have any leaks during the night. Even with the doubler and both microfiber inserts, the diaper remained relatively trim and fit great. The night I did the test, my son slept right at 10 hours. I knew the diaper would be full but I wasn’t prepared for just how full! The inserts were soaked to the point that they were heavy and very wet to the touch. But my son’s skin was dry and there were no leaks! Finding comfortable, absorbent overnight diapers for heavy wetters and toddlers can be challenging since the wetness or leaks can potentially cause them to wake up. I was very happy that my son slept comfortably all night and woke up dry. The best way to start off each day!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial; line-height: 20px;">Overall, I am impressed by the fit, absorbency and softness of the Blueberry Minky Pocket Diaper. While it can be hard to get a good fit with a OS pocket diaper because either it doesn’t fit small babies well or it doesn’t fit toddlers well, this diaper fits well on both. I definitely recommend adding some of Blueberry’s functional and cute diapers to your stash! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For this review, I tried a Medium sized Custom Fit Pocket Diaper with a medium LoopyDo insert during the day and a medium SuperDo insert at night. In case you are not familiar with the “Do” inserts, they are made from 2 (LoopyDo) or 6 (SuperDo) layers of <span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px;">thirsty, pre-washed, hemp french terry plus 2 layers of ultra-thick white microfiber. These inserts are one of the best on the market today and have received rave reviews from cloth diapering mamas! Plus, they are made to fit perfectly in the Custom Fit diapers, which makes stuffing the pocket a breeze. Custom Fits do not come with inserts so they are cheaper than their OS counterparts ($16.95 compared to $21.95). This gives you the option to really customize the diaper based on your needs. Why pay for inserts you don’t really need or want? Makes perfect sense to me! </span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The first thing I noticed about the Custom Fit is it’s buttery soft fleece lining. It felt so nice when I rubbed my hand across it, I can only imagine how soft it must feel on a baby’s sensitive bum. But, it’s not soft when it comes to doing it’s job. It kept my toddler’s skin very dry, which to me equals greater comfort and better sleep. Something all of us tired parents could use! I have to say I was quite surprised when a medium, which fits babies approx. 15-28+ lb., fit my 30 lb toddler with room to spare! I had two rows of snaps left on both top and bottom. This is wonderful because instead of having to buy 3 sizes as your baby grows, you can save money by only having to buy 2 sizes, all while reaping the benefits of a sized diaper. During the day, the Loopy Do insert made for an extremely trim yet highly absorbent diaper. It passed the “pants test” with flying colors, which as you know, can be quite difficult depending on the diaper and cut of the pants/shorts. I was able to go about 3 hours before having to change him, making this combo excellent for both home and out of the house use. I probably could have gone longer but I didn’t want to risk having leaks. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The thing I like best about the Knickernappies Custom Fits over the OSPDs is the trim fit. Even with the SuperDo insert, the diaper remained trim on my 36 inch, 30 lb. 2 year old. This makes it super easy to dress your child for both play and sleep without having to worry about which outfits or pajamas will fit over the diaper. I also like not paying for inserts you really don’t need. You can use a variety of inserts in these diapers, including a trifolded prefold, hemp or bamboo inserts, combo MF/hemp inserts like the LoopyDo or SuperDo, or just plain old microfiber if you wish. Overall, I would definitely recommend this diaper. Whether you have a little squish or an active toddler, Knickernappies Custom Fit diapers will not disappoint! And, with 17 colors to choose from, you’ll never be without a diaper to coordinate with your child’s clothing (if you do that sort of thing, of course)! I also love that Heather and Shannon stick by their products with one of the best warranties in the industry, 1 year on the diaper, 2 years on the elastic and lifetime on the snaps! Impressive to say the least! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Delish Naturals is a family owned business in Alberta, Canada. Delish's owner, Krystal Clark, started the business in 2008 out of necessity due to her daughter’s eczema and desire to find a rash treatment safe to use with cloth diapers. From this came their first product, Yum Bum Butter, which can banish many skin aliments such as cradle cap, eczema, psoriasis, and cracked, dry skin all while smelling good enough to eat and being cloth diaper safe! The success of Yum Bum Butter brought about an entire line of all natural and organic skin and bath care produc<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 16px;">ts for the entire family to include body wash, lotion, soaps, balms, deodorant and many more. All Delish Natural products are made from quality ingredients that are ethically derived, ecologically sustainable, and organic whenever possible. You won’t find any nasty chemicals like phalates, parabens, petroleum, and/or sodium laurel sulfate (SLS) in these products. The Delish guarantee? "</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222; line-height: 16px;">If we wouldn't put it on our babies, it won't go on yours.” The result is products that are </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #222222; line-height: 16px;">crafted with care and made fresh to order. Sounds a bit like food, right? Hence the “delish”! </span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What more can I say about a silky, non-greasy, fast absorbing lotion that left my skin feeling baby soft? Oh, I know! It’s formulation of soothing calendula, apricot kernel oil, and sweet almond oil combine to prevent moisture loss, while vitamin E and amino acids restore essential vitamins and proteins in your skin, all while being completely chemical free and gentle enough for a newborn! I absolutely fell in love with the Sweet Orange Baby EO scent. Believe it or not, it was a nice complement to the Grape Soda scent in the body wash. Think Fanta Orange meets Nehi Grape! Since it’s a non-greasy formula, it’s easy for adults to reapply this lotion throughout the day without having to worry about leaving greasy fingerprints behind. A big plus for those in professions where you do a lot of hand washing. I never thought there would be a lotion that would please both the woman AND mom in me. This lotion was perfect for my 2 year old as well as myself. It left his skin feeling soft and silky as well as looking radiant and healthy. What impressed me the most is while this product doesn’t have the term “hypoallergic” in it’s description, it ought to because although I tend to have skin reactions to scented lotions, I did not react to this lotion. All this time what I thought was a fragrance issue may very well be a chemical issue. Apparently, thanks to Delish Naturals, I CAN use scented lotions as long as they are made from all natural and/or organic ingredients. SCORE!!! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Overall, I am very impressed with Delish Naturals and their commitment to selling high quality, chemical free, eco-friendly, <span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;">boutique baby products. Whether buying them for your own family or as a gift, you can rest assured knowing you are spending your hard earned money on products that are safe for the ENTIRE family! One less thing for tired parents to worry about in a busy world! Thanks Delish!!! </span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I grew up in the North Dallas area where Tyler and I met our junior year in high school. I attended Allen High School and then went to Collin County Community College where I completed my RDA (Dental Assistant). Tyler and I are getting ready to celebrate 8 years together. We have two children, Reid, who is 5 and Sawyer, 15 months. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I can't remember exactly but I know Twitter was involved.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My sister-in-law got me hooked .... or should I say addicted?!! </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My friend Stephanie and I started a local babywearing group, San Antonio Area Babywearers, shortly after I moved down here for the simple fact that I missed my old one in Dallas. It was also a nice way to meet other babywearing moms. Before moving, we knew no one in the San Antonio area. Stephanie and I wanted a place where people could go to buy, sell, or trade their carriers and wraps as well as get advice on babywearing. We offer a lending library for our members to have a "try before they buy" opportunity, carrier tuteriols, and safety resources and information on babywearing. Our "little" group has now grown to over 100 members! We have two meetings a month and in August, we are starting an intensive wrap instruction for those who want to learn how to wrap their little ones.</span></div>
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To enter, go our online <a href="http://www.gobabygoshop.com/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">store</span></a>, choose a product that you have used, scroll down and click the "write a review" tab, then write a review on that item. Once you are finished, come back here and comment on this blog post letting us know which product you reviewed. You may do more than one review, just be sure to do a separate comment per review. Good luck and thank you for being a fan!!! </div>
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Best Bottom is an All-In-Two (AI2) diapering system created by Nicki, a WAHM and owner of Nicki's Diapers. Her vision was to take all the pros from different diapering systems and incorporate them into one perfect diapering system, leaving out all the cons. The Best Bottom AI2 system offers many options to choose from so it's easy to get a good, trim fit, even on long, lean babies or babies with very chunky legs. The one size covers come in great color combinations and adorable prints with both snap and hook & loop closures along with leg gussets that do a phenomenal job of containing even the messiest toddler poop! One aspect separating Best Bottoms from other AI2 systems are the sized snap in inserts. Gone are the days of trying to get a one size insert to fit a small infant without adding a ton of bulk! The regular snap-inserts are available in small, medium, and large with the choice of either Stay Dry Microfiber or Hemp/Organic Cotton. For overnight, choices include thicker, more absorbent sized inserts in Microfiber or Hemp/Organic Cotton. A snap-in 2 layer Microfiber Doubler is also available to use for naps, long car rides or anytime you need a bit more absorbency without adding a lot of bulk. Since this is a hybrid system, the diaper cover can be used with the snap inserts, a prefold or a fitted diaper, or a disposable insert. A true multi-tasker! </div>
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To test this system on my 23 month old, I used a large Stay Dry insert with a large Hemp/Organic Cotton insert snapped on top and a Blue Giraffe cover during the day. Surprisingly, the diaper remains relatively trim even with 2 inserts. Since my little boy hit the 20 month mark, I have been dealing with leaks due to an increase in his urine volume. The amount of fluid he takes in varies from day to day so it's impossible to tell whether a diaper will leak or not. If a diaper can handle my 23 month old for 3-4 hours without leaking, then it's a keeper in my book. The first thing I noticed is the diaper remains surprisingly trim with 2 inserts. I really like that, especially during the day when I have to keep pulling his shorts up and down for diaper changes! Second, the diaper is a great fit, which can sometimes be an issue as babies get to the toddler phase. No leg gaps as he climbs or squats, no butt crack showing when he leans over, and the waist is not to tight or too loose! I am jazzed to say the least!! During the first test, the diaper held up without leaks for about 4 hours before needing to be changed. One nice thing is I was able to wipe out the cover with a soft cloth and use it again. The second test involved a huge, soft toddler poop after about 2 hours of wearing the diaper. The leg gussets did their job because none of it came out of the diaper although I was unable to reuse the cover because the inside of the gussets got soiled. All in all, I was VERY happy with the performance of this system during the day. Being able to go about my day without having to change my son's clothing and clean up extra messes due to leaks was wonderful! I'd also like to note the poop stain left on the Hemp/Organic Cotton insert sunned out beautifully. An added benefit for those of us who hate stains on our precious fluff!</div>
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For the nighttime test, I used a large Overnight Microfiber insert underneath the large, regular Hemp/Organic Cotton insert that I used during the daytime test. The Hemp/Organic Cotton insert does not snap into the Overnight insert so I just laid it over the top with the cotton fleece layer facing out towards the skin. While this combo is not as trim as the one used during the day, it still was not as bulky as some of my nighttime pocket diapers and the fit was still perfect. My little boy sleeps 10-12 hours each night without being woken up for diaper changes so this is a true test of how well the overnight system holds up on toddlers. The overnight combo took a beating during the 11 hours my son slept but it did not leak!! The inserts were definitely saturated but I think they could have held more urine if necessary. What I really loved was the cotton fleece did a pretty good job of keeping my son's skin dry. I noticed he tends to sleep longer when he is in a stay dry diaper so the fact that Best Bottoms offers stay dry options is a big bonus!</div>
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Best Bottoms does not offer a disposable option for their AI2 system but I knew I could improvise and use either a GroVia Biosoaker or a Flip disposable insert. Since the cover doesn't have an area to adhere the GroVia insert without getting it on the PUL, I decided it was best to use a Flip insert. As I stated earlier, my little boy has turned into a heavy wetter so we can no longer use disposable inserts for more than an hour, two at the most. The Flip insert was a bit long for the rise setting I used on the cover so I folded it over in the front to make it fit. Even with it folded over, the insert fit nicely and was extremely trim. After an hour and a half, I decided to change back to a cloth insert. The Flip insert was pretty soaked but thankfully, there were no leaks and I was able to wipe out the cover to use it again. While the disposable option was not the best choice for my 23 month old, I think the Flip disposable insert would certainly be a great option for babies 18 months and younger.</div>
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Trim fit, easy to use (great for Dads, Grandparents, and Babysitters); several insert sizes and types make for a custom fit; the covers come in adorable prints and nice color combos; extender tabs are available for a roomier fit in the waist area; decreases diaper laundry since the covers can be wiped out and reused several times; stains easily sun out; and the entire system is made in the USA. If using 2 sizes, say medium and large for example, the cost is the same as a one-size insert system because Best Bottom inserts are half the price of a one-size insert and the covers are the same price.</div>
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If diapering from birth to potty training with small, medium, and large inserts, it will be a bit more costly since the inserts are sized; can't snap doubler down onto the Overnight inserts. </div>
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Overall, the Best Bottom diapering system is one of the best hybrids on the market today. If I had tried this system prior to buying the GroVia AI2 system, I would have definitely invested in this system. It is also one of the few that is made exclusively in the USA, which is a definite plus!! I highly recommend Best Bottoms if you are in the market for an AI2 system. You can enter below to win a Best Bottom cover in the print or color of your choice, a 4 layer Stay Dry insert, and a 5 layer Hemp/Organic Cotton insert OR you can purchase this system at Go, Baby, Go, both <a href="http://www.gobabygoshop.com/" target="_blank"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: blue;">online</span></a> and in the store. Thanks for taking the time to read my review!! --Gina<br />
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Rockin Green is a local company, located on the outskirts of the San Antonio city limits in Castroville, Texas, that prides itself on making ecologically friendly cleaning products. Owned and operated by female powerhouse Kimberly Webb, the company received a Stevie Award for being the fastest growing company of 2011 while Kim herself was given a Stevie for Entrepreneur of the Year. Their products are sold in over 600 stores throughout the United States and in 50 other countries, including Australia, Canada, and Dubai! Talk about a local gem! The company recently went from just making laundry detergent in 2009 to launching several new eco-friendly cleaning products and laundry accessories in September of 2011. One of those products is Melody Odor Neutralizer & Fragrance Spray. Melody is available in an 8 oz spray bottle that sells for $8.95 and comes in all the fun scents that Rockin Green is known for, to include the ever popular Rage Against the Raspberry, Smashing Watermelons, and Motley Clean.</div>
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I have been using Melody for several months now. I was lucky enough to get to take it for a test drive a few months before it was even available on the market thanks to the generosity of Rockin Green's CEO! It only took a couple of applications for me to completely fall in love with Melody! First of all, let me establish that I generally cannot tolerate scented products. I end up with a full throttle allergy attack to include sneezing, watery eyes, and scratchy throat. The first thing I noticed is, while the spray had a raspberry fragrance, it didn't affect me when I sprayed it in my bathroom. Now, being that it was such a small area, I only used one spray, which in turn completely neutralized "bathroom odor" (enough said!) within seconds. Yes, I said seconds!!! Just think, you can actually go to the bathroom and have a guest or family member walk in behind you and NEVER know what took place in there! Or better yet, YOU can walk in behind your husband and not have to share the one thing ALL women would rather not know about! Excuse me while I do the HAPPY DANCE!!!</div>
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The next place I decided to test out Melody was in my son's room. At the time I started using Melody, he was 15 months and eating solids at every meal so his poop could definitely clear a room. Between that and the diaper pail (remember, we are talking toddler here), his room could smell for anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes after a diaper change. I hated the lingering smell, especially if we were in his room playing or I needed to go in there to fold and put away clothes or diapers. This time, since it was a bigger room, I used two sprays. Again, in seconds, odor neutralized! This mama went from sad to glad in no time! That ought to be Melody's mantra!</div>
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Pros: Neutralizes odor in seconds, comes in great smelling scents, the bottle lasts a long time since you generally only need one spray for small to medium sized rooms and 2 sprays for larger rooms, available in unscented for those sensitive to fragrances, made from all natural ingredients, safe for use around children and pets, can be safely used on fabrics</div>
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Cons: They can't make it fast enough? Hmm....any sensitivity to the scents, you have to shake the bottle well before using to mix the ingredients- if you don't, it is not as effective against odors, the natural oils can settle on the floor and create a slick surface if you use too much</div>
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Since first using Melody in my home, I have used it in several areas of the house but the kitchen, bathroom, and my son's room are where it gets used the most. The Rage Against the Raspberry scent has yet to bother my allergies. I think it may be because the fragrance is naturally derived from essential oils. I'm really not sure but I am happy that I can enjoy the scent rather than having to buy the unscented version, although the fact that there is an unscented version means that almost anyone, allergies or not, can use this product. Overall, I am very happy with Melody and will continue to purchase it.</div>
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The GroVia All-in-Two (AI2) Hybrid is one of the most popular diapers on the market today. The shells are multifunctional as they can be used with a reusable soaker pad, a disposable biosoaker, or as a diaper cover with a prefold or a fitted. They come in adorable prints and beautiful colors, are very trim fitting, and easy to use. The original soaker pads are made from a buttery soft, organic jersey cotton with a waterproof TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane) backing and leg gussets. In December, GroVia released a Stay Dry version of their soaker pads, made of a highly absorbent cotton/hemp blend and topped with microfleece, which wicks moisture away from the skin to keep your baby drier and more comfortable. They are sold in sets of two for $17.95, the same price as the organic jersey cotton soaker pads.</div>
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I have been testing these soakers out for about 2 months now. Like all natural fiber inserts, I had to wash and dry my new soaker pads 5 times for them to be absorbent and ready for use. The first thing I noticed about the pads that was very different from the original pads was the top soaker pad was not completely sewn down onto the bottom part of the pad, which means you can put additional inserts underneath it and still have the benefit of stay dry. Oh happy day!!! I was VERY excited because I had not been able to use my GroVia AI2 system overnight on my 20 month old since he was about 12 months old. The cotton inserts alone could not handle the urine volume that accompanies the 10-12 hours my little boy sleeps each night plus I really wanted a stay dry option for his comfort.</div>
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During the day: The pad lasted 3-4 hours in between diaper changes on my now 20 month old although I generally change him every 2-3 hours on average. The leg gussets, which are made from stay dry microfleece as well, contained poop messes most of the time. And that's saying a lot considering my little boy poops 3-4 times per day. I occasionally had to get a new shell but not often. Best of all, no leaks!</div>
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Pros: More absorbent than the organic cotton soaker pads, able to add absorbency while still remaining relatively trim and keeping the stay dry feature, baby stays drier and more comfortable, hemp is more durable than organic cotton so theoretically these inserts should last longer giving you more bang for your buck, the microfleece stains MUCH less than the cotton pads, they dry faster than the cotton pads, TPU backing helps to prolong shell use</div>
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I have used the GroBaby/GroVia AI2 system for 16 months now and have been very happy with it. Overall, I would definitely recommend the Stay Dry Soaker Pads. If you already use the system and have several of the organic soaker pads like me, I recommend getting at least 4-6 of the Stay Dry pads to use during nap time and overnight. However, if you are new to cloth diapering and/or are buying this system for the first time, I recommend buying half stay dry, half organic cotton soaker pads along with 4-6 of the cotton boosters. This will give you several options to use as your baby grows.</div>
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Want to try the GroVia AI2 system? We are giving away a shell set, which includes 1 shell of your choice and 1 Stay Dry soaker pad, and a pack (2) of Stay Dry boosters. Everything you need to test out this awesome diapering system! Good Luck and thanks for taking time out of your busy day to read my review!! --Gina</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; font-size: 100%;"><i>Go, Baby, Go!</i> was founded in 2007 by a Work-At-Home-Mom (WAHM) who saw there was a need in the San Antonio area for a natural baby store that sold cloth diapers and baby carriers. Through online sales and direct sales through independent consultants in several states, the business thrived and grew quickly. The current owner, Elizabeth Spillmann (Liz), became an independent consultant for <i>Go, Baby, Go!</i> in 2009 and eventually purchased the business in January 2011. Since taking over as owner, she has continually increased her product lines to offer a diverse inventory of natural and organic products that promote cloth diapering, babywearing, and natural skin care. On January 18, 2012, a little over a year after buying the business, Liz opened up a retail store in Alamo Heights, a small suburb located near San Antonio's downtown area. I had the opportunity to talk to Liz about her experiences as a cloth diapering mom and <i>Go, Baby, Go's</i> owner.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; font-size: 100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><i>Tell us a little bit about yourself. </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span"><span id="yui_3_2_0_1_1327644506287113">I have been married to the awesome Daryl since 2005. I have a bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics from Clemson University and a Master's in Agricultural Education from Texas A&M University. I worked for the Texas Cooperative Extension for several years before we moved to San Antonio. Then, I worked for the University of Texas Health Science Center in the Department of Physiology. Once I had my baby I decided to become the best stay at home mom I could be by staying home with my kiddos while they were little. It went hand in hand with my desire to breastfeed and raise my daughter according to my high standards of care. </span>Rowan is now 3.5 and Robert will turn 2 in March. It's been a wild ride but I am so glad I have been able to give them the gift of my presence and thankful for the opportunity!</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; font-size: 100%;"><i>What influenced your decision to use cloth diapers? </i><span id="yui_3_2_0_1_1327644506287119">My mom, definitely. She 100% breastfed and cloth diapered me during an era when it was not the most popular option and stood her ground. Most of my parenting decisions, including having natural births, came from her influence and her forthright way of communicating positively about good things and "breaking the cycle" about bad ones. I actually researched cloth diapers and natural birth before I had kids; before I was married, even! Over the years I have learned so much from her desire to not only save money but not be wasteful, and continuing this tradition came very naturally. She is an amazing example and I am so lucky to have support in all my decisions.</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; font-size: 100%;"><i>If you had to give one piece of advice to potential cloth diapering parents, what would you say? </i><span id="yui_3_2_0_17_1327645501618249"><i> </i>Keep it simple! Find out what works for you and go for it. If there is something that is causing a problem or not working, get rid of it and find things that do work for you. There is no reason to struggle through a problem when there are many other options that make cloth diapering easy and FUN. Ask for help.</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 100%;">At <i>Go, Baby, Go!,</i> you will find many popular cloth diaper brands such as bumGenius and FuzziBunz along with natural skin care products from CJ's Unique Boutique and baby carriers from Boba, Kozy, and Moby. One of Liz's passions is to promote products made in the USA. Not only does she stock several made in the USA brands, like the ever popular Thirsties, Knickernappies, and Kozy Carrier Mei Tai but she also carries Kissaluvs, which are made right up the IH-10 corridor in Houston, Texas. And, if that isn't enough, she carries brands such as Rockin' Green Laundry Detergent & Cleaning products, Water Wrap Carriers, and Buddha Bunz Wool Dryer Balls, all of which are made locally by WAHMs! <i>Go, Baby, Go! </i>is<i> </i>committed to carrying only the highest quality products from manufacturers that offer the best warranties and customer service. Shopping with <i>Go, Baby, Go! </i>offers clients the opportunity to shop local, support small business, and experience one on one help and support with the products they purchase. In the near future, look for new products in the shop, monthly cloth diapering and babywearing classes, and "cloth diaper cafe", a monthly get together where cloth diapering moms can meet and talk about fluff! How awesome is that?</span></span></div>
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