If there is anything I've learned since becoming a mother it is how important a well established sleep routine is to a young child. When my children were newborns we let them set their own schedule. We didn't worry so much on time but let the baby lead our day. Eventually close to a year of age both of our boys would fall into a routine at night. If we varied from that sleep routine we would … [Read more...]
Rockin’ Green Cloth Diaper Laundry Soap #Giveaway
I will admit the thing that scared me the most when the cloth diaper service I used with our first son closed it's doors wasn't so much the work involved in washing cloth diapers but rather that they would smell. I had heard from so many other moms that tried cloth and failed due to the dreaded cloth diaper stink. I didn't want to deal with that... Except like nearly every cloth … [Read more...]
I Love Someone Who is Rare | Rare Disease Day #FPIES
Did you know today was Rare Disease Day? I didn't at first either. Until I signed on to my facebook page and saw updates from my fellow FPIES parents. As you may or may not know my baby has FPIES. He gets life threateningly ill when he ingests food. So far his only safe food is apples. Our known triggers are bananas, sweet potatoes, oats, avocados, and possibly … [Read more...]
Boba 4G Baby Carrier Review
When I am looking at a baby carrier, I want one that is functional, safe and that will grow with my child. Buying a carrier can be an investment that will make your life easier, but it can be so much more than that too. Babywearing can help parents accomplish daily tasks as well as bond with baby. I will start by telling you that until now, I have only ever had an Ergo, but I didn't start … [Read more...]
Friday Favorites | Cloth Diaper Must Haves
On this edition of Friday Favorites I wanted to share some products that I absolutely love and must have when it comes to cloth diapering. Some of the products were sent to me to review, but I love all of them and couldn't imagine cloth diapering without them! 1. EcoSprout's Coconut Stick - $9.95 I have used coconut oil as a barrier cream and to soothe diaper rash on both of my … [Read more...]