WINNERS

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Reisenthel #257 Erika

Beaute de Maman #126 Randa

Isabooties #72 Julie

Halo #318 Susan Margaret

Simply Chickie #22 Gypsy_Jewels

SNUG AS A BUG ORGANIC BABY BEDDING

Spring is just about here, and as excited as I am to work on my new spring wardrobe, I get all warm and tingly about new spring bedroom decor for the kids! In about 6 months we'll be moving again and I know this sounds a little crazy but I'm already planning out the kid's rooms for the next house!

Finding the perfect color palette is key for your overall design and if you're like me, you want to be able to use pieces from year to year to year without having the change up every single piece of bedding, decor on the walls, curtains, etc. I want to be able to build around pieces that will grow with my child for years to come.  And not just pieces like furniture - I want to have blankets and duvets that will last for years...ones that I'll have when my boys are gone to university that I can curl up with on the couch with while crying looking at old photo albums!

Jillian Hachlaf is a mommie of two boys who lives in Vancouver, British Columbia. Her collection of baby bedding items are locally designed, printed and made in the lower mainland. Every piece is made with chemical free fabrics like organic cotton, bamboo and wool. The dyes are all water based making Snug as a Bug Organic Baby Bedding eco-friendly, sustainable and safe. Not to mention adorable and modern all in one!

For review, Jillian sent my little man her Sleeping Green Duvet Cover and matching Fitted Crib Sheet in Mocha. First I'll chat about this beautifully made duvet cover. There is nothing babyish about this duvet cover but it's not too adult either. The pattern works for my newborn, my toddler, and it'll continue to work for them as they grow. At a cost of $145 I can assure you that Jillian does not skimp on quality fabrics or finishing.  This duvet is worth every penny right down to the thick organic cotton twill material, the durable snap closures and the bright, bold dye used in the process of creating this modern leaf printed cover.

If you don't have a toddler sized duvet for your child already, but you have a crib sized "comforter" or blanket, you can easily transform the look of the room by slipping this Sleeping Green cover over top. We had a little accident on the duvet cover and it's been washed a few times over. There's no fading and the organic twill still feels great.

On to the fitted sheet. The Snug as a Bug fitted crib sheet {$59.00} fits a standard size crib mattress. They're made with an organic cotton soy blend and feel as comfy as your favorite worn in tee. I love that Jillian gives you pointers as to which colors coordinate best with all her pieces. I wouldn't have necessarily picked out a brown sheet to match the white and green duvet cover but they look great together. Available in colors light gray, mocha, fuchsia, light pink and pale aqua.

You'll also find coordinating organic cotton twill/fleece blankets, cuddly soft snug sacks, fitted cradle/change table sheets and burp cloths! Complete sets {blanket set and starter sets} are also available and would make a lovely gift for yourself or a close friend or family member who is expecting a little bundle.

One lucky Canadian reader is going to receive a set of 3 burp cloths in your choice of prints! ARV $39

Visit Snug as a Bug and let me know what your favorite product & print is!

 

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READERS: POST YOUR BLOG!

I know that many of you have blogs of your own but with the new baby, a toddler, a husband, two dogs, and a busy blog I haven't had time to catch up with all of you like I want too!

So, do me a favor and link up your blog if you have one so I can keep up! I might not be able to leave comments, but at least I can check it out and see what you're up too!

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LUSH { TURN THAT FROWN UPSIDE DOWN! }

For the past 3 years, we've lived in the North where winter lasts for 8 months. It snows in September and melts in April or May. In the darkest, shortest days of the year, the sun is only around for 5 or 6 hours so you go to work in pitch black and come home in pitch black {all while it's -40 degrees...sounds lovely, huh??} But even if you're not up north, things can get a little gray for anyone during the winter and into the gray, rainy spring months!

Lush has come to the rescue with some great products made specifically to help cure the blues and help prevent cold weather despair!! Each of these products are formulated with specific essential oils that trigger feelings of happiness and calm.

This Lush product that I tried, pictured above, had me smiling ear to ear {really, it's that good} is called The Comforter. Lush has perfected this bubble bar so your tub is filled with long lasting, super silky, girly, frothy bubbles.  This bubble bar is nothing like any other bubble bath I've tried. My bubbles lasted nearly an hour in their original form, the water was tinted in a pretty pink and the aroma of candy, berries, marshmallows and flowers filled my bathroom. The Comforter comes in a huge chunk for $8.45 that they say can be used for two baths. Personally, I get more like 5 bubble baths out of one bar. So far, this might be my favorite Lush product. If you're not sure where to start with Lush, start here.

I also tried the Happy 4 Sad shower gel. You only need the smallest amount to get a good froth going on your shower puff. At $24.95 a bottle, you really do get your money's worth since you need so little. The scent is an uplifting mix of citrus and florals with a teensy bit of "earthiness". It's packed with aloe vera, grapefruit, rose and neroli oils <-- a known anti-depressant.  The color of this shower gel is fantastic! It's an ultra-violet electric blue that'll keep you smiling for the day.

Remember that Lush products are 100% animal cruelty free, are always freshly handmade, packaged responsibly and many of the items are organic and vegan.

Visit Lush here!

COPCO

 

Walking, strolling and sipping coffee is just about the only time of the day my husband and I have to re-connect and have full conversations without a screaming toddler interrupting us or the TV getting in the way. No matter the temperature we always bundle up ourselves and the kids, plop them in the stroller or the baby carrier and hit the sidewalks with our travel mugs filled with enough caffeinated goodness to get us through the bedtime routine.  Sad that we depend on coffee this much huh?? Hey, we're not the only ones I'm sure.

I came across these super cool travel mugs one day and loved the concept. Style, design and function is something that this company has perfected in their collection. Their reusable 16oz travel mugs that look exactly like a "to go" mug right down to the easy sip cover! The Copco Eco-First mug is made with double walled BPA free plastic for extra insulation to keep your coffee or tea hot. It has a grippy belly band around the middle of the cup instead of a handle, which I love. No worries about this travel mug not fitting in your vehicle cup holder.

Another aspect of the Copco mugs that I love is that they're microwavable!! Some days {er, most days!!} I'm so busy running around that even my travel mug coffee gets cold, but you can't put stainless steel travel mugs in the microwave!

Even though this mug is made of plastic, it's not super lightweight which I like. I like a mug that feels good in my hand..not too heavy, not too thin and flimsy. Copco seemed to get the perfect balance. It's a sturdy, eco-friendly, microwavable, dishwasher safe, simple, stylish to go mug that my husband and I use every single day!

You can find these at tons of locations in the US and Canada and they cost under $10!

 

FIVE {5!} lucky Natural Mommie readers are going to win a set of two of Copco Eco-First Travel Mugs like I received!

 

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BOBA ORGANIC CARRIER

As a babywearing mama, I've put tons of carriers to the test. Each offer pros and cons depending on the age of your infant or toddler which is why most moms go through a few carriers during the life of their babywearing days. Ideally you won't want to shell out hundreds of dollars for carriers every 3 months as your baby grows, so one that suits the infant stage and another that can grow with your toddler was what I think Nap Inc. {creators of the boba carrier and the Sleepywrap} was going for. You can read my review of the Sleepywrap here.

The Boba carrier is a soft structured carrier that is suitable for toddlers. Possibly a little younger, maybe around 9 months or so, but this is not a newborn or infant carrier.

For review, I decided on the Boba in "pine" which is a lime green and walnut color combo! The colors are fresh and vibrant {sadly this color is sold out now, but you can add your name to the list to be notified when it's in stock again}.

I'm very familiar with the soft structured pack style carriers, as they're my favorite for older infants/toddlers. The Boba is a little different though with it's wider seat, buckles that are two way adjustable and its foot straps! The back also reaches further up your child's back for additional support. Aidan wasn't too into the foot straps but I'm sure on a long hike or day in the airport, he'd appreciate them. Aidan is just under 40lbs and he's over 3 feet tall and the Boba fit him perfectly. I really like this carrier for him because the seat is so wide. It doesn't cut into his thighs because the fabric is so spread out. He was comfy on my back to a point...afterall how comfy is it going to be carry 40lbs on your back! His weight was distributed evenly though and I didn't feel any pressure points or digging in. Boba didn't skimp out on making the shoulder straps thick and padded and I think this makes all the difference. At this age, Aidan's going on Daddy's back more often because he's getting too big for me unless we're doing a quick in and out at the grocery store. As you can see in my pic to the left, he's more than half my height!!

The fabrics are really nice and is entirely organic. Even the batting between the lining is organic cotton! This carrier is made in Boulder, CO USA! No outsourcing to China for this company! The Boba is also one size and fits anyone from 5' to 6' tall.

The Boba carrier is $118 and shipping with the US is just $4.99 and to Canada is $8.99.

 

One lucky Natural Mommie reader is going to receive a Boba Carrier!

 

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NOT4DATING.COM

Two sisters named Aimee and Nicole had the same problem {which I have and I'm sure all of you have come across as well}:  awesome friends moving away, getting new jobs, getting married, starting new lives on different sides of the country..you know how it goes. What's that called again? Oh yea, being an adult. Boo. So with becoming an adult and starting new chapters in our lives, come new neighborhoods, new cities and even new states. Aimee and Nicole decided to start up Not4Dating.com {clever name, huh??} as a way to connect with other people who had the same sort of interests and who were genuinely looking for platonic friendships - not for romantic dates!

They found that going to meetups and activity groups were too impersonal. I know myself, I've walked into mom groups before and stood there thinking....hmm....which mom here is going to be cool with my parenting choices and my lifestyle? It's really hit or miss, so having a website like Not4Dating.com takes out a lot of the anxiety that comes with searching out new friends.

Not4Dating.com is now filled with tons of members looking to meet new friends who have all signed up for this awesome service for free. Yes, it's free - Aimee and Nicole don't think paying for new friends is nice so that's what ad space is for! You can search for people in your area or search by activities like photography, artsy stuff, playdates and you can even search by days of the week!

Whether you're looking for drinking buddies, hiking partners, dining companions, a friend to see a movie with or a new BFF, US residents check out this great social networking resource!! Also keep up to date with them on twitter and facebook.

MISIKKO {HANA PROFESSIONAL FLAT IRON REVIEW & GIVEAWAY}

I have fine hair and not a lot of it. It used to be stick straight but in the last 5 or so years it started to get a little wavy so blow drying alone won't cut it. Misikko entered my life and I can't believe I used a cheapy $30 flat iron all these years. Even with my fine hair I had to go over the same section at least a 3 times.

For review, I received the Hana Professional 1" Flat Iron in their pink edition along with the Hana ShineShield {a thermal serum to protect hair from the heat}, a heatproof pouch/pad, pretty pink silicone mat, pink case and it was all packaged up in a shiny tin box.  Coming from a gal who has only used cheapy irons in the past let.me.tell.you - WHAT A DIFFERENCE! I was skeptical at first. I thought that when I left the salon with my flat ironed hair, it was just the technique that the hairdresser used...I mean she went to school to learn afterall, right? Nope. It's all in the tools {okay and maybe a little bit of technique too}.

The first thing I noticed and love since I'm a busy mom is how super fast the flat iron heats up! We're talking in just 30 seconds it's a whopping 450 degrees! And this is assuming you set it to the maximum temperature which brings me to the next part of this iron that I love -  it has adjustable heat from 140-450 degrees. I asked my hairdresser what I should put it at and she said she has hers jacked on high all the time, but since I have fine, highlighted hair a middle range temp would work just fine. But if I need it to last all day then consider putting it to the max. Now, according to Hana, this flat iron is suitable for damp hair as well. A few people have left reviews on the net and said that they've used it on damp hair and no problems. Honestly I'm not that brave to try it out, but I believe them that it works and doesn't damage your hair. 

Overall? For straightening it worked amazing. My hair was stick straight, smooth and sooooo shiny. But my favorite way to use my flat iron? For loose beachy curls. The first time I heard you could curl your hair with a flat iron I was so confused as to how it would work! So again, I asked my hairdresser and she said it's just like curling a ribbon. You wrap your hair around the barrel, pull through and voila. This method is my favorite way to curl my hair now. I used to take the time {around 30 minutes or more} to curl my hair with a 1.5" curling iron, but now I can have my entire hair curled from start to finish in 10 minutes and the end result is this:

What makes the Hana Flat Iron work so well for curls and straightening is the glass-smooth ceramic-tourmaline plates that actually condition and protect your hair! And the rounded plate edges allows your hair to be wrapped around easily without snagging. Combine all that with a non-slip grippy handle and no tangle swivel  professional salon length cord to make life easier and you're just 10 minutes away from super pretty hair at home!

Also check out their selection of professional hair dryers and their Chi flat irons for sale. Misikko is the place to shop for professional flat irons!!

 

 Misikko is very generously giving 1 of my readers the Hana Professional 1" Flat Iron in pink {plus all the other goodies!}

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WINNERS

 

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