Holiday Giveaway for Moms [giveaway]

Ever wanted to own a VitaMix? Looking to start the new year on a healthy foot? Enter below for a chance to win a variety of prizes perfect for every mom! Prizes include the following:

1. 1st prize: VitaMix + 1 (one) $250 gift card for our Amazon store* to kickstart your journey to wellness (1 winner)
2. 2nd prize: 1 (one) $250 gift card for our Amazon store* to kickstart your journey to wellness (5 winners) 
3. 3nd prize: 1 (one) $60 gift card for our Amazon store* to kickstart your journey to wellness (5 winners) 

 *Only valid for products available on Schwartz Bioresearch Amazon Catalog.

Holiday Giveaway for Moms - $2,200 worth of prizes
Giveaway is for US only and ends on December 31, 2016. Random winners will be chosen around January 5th, 2017. Schwartz Bioresearch is responsible for selecting and contacting the winner and will be shipping the prizes to the winner.

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Dropprice Amazon $100 Gift Card [Giveaway]

Dropprice is a neat little starup business that "drops the price" for every click. They offer kid and baby products that moms can purchase at a much lower price. By sharing on social media and getting others to click on the "drop the price" button, moms can lower the prices of baby and kid products. Check out the giveaway below for a $100 Amazon Gift Card.

 

Dropprice is an innovative startup that rewards moms for being social. Essentially, they empower moms to drop prices of kids and baby products with a click. The price continues dropping as more moms click “Drop the price”. Every week new promotions are launched and moms drop prices by sharing them on social media. See the chart below to understand the power moms have and how important it is to share with other moms.

  

In today’s promotion for the Bibsaroo Disposable Baby Bibs, it started out at $26.00 and for each mom that clicks, the price drops a bit. The price will continue to drop for each mom that participates.

  

You can choose to share on social media to get more moms to click “Drop the price”, or you can “Buy Now” at the current price. Keep in mind that when the price gets low, they usually sell out and you will no longer have the chance to buy that item. As an added bonus every item on Dropprice ships for free!   Do you want to give it a try? This is such a fun and exciting way for moms to save lots of money by collaborating with each other. If you would like to have a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card, you can experience dropping the price by following the instructions below.  

Giveaway: Win a $100 Amazon Gift Card

All you have to do is help moms drop the price of these Bibs and you will be entered to win a $100 Amazon gift card. Just click “Drop the price” on the entry form below for a chance to win. For even more entries, share it on your social media networks via the entry form — every time one of your friends also clicks to drop the price, you’ll automatically receive additional giveaway entries!   This giveaway ends on 11/28/2016; you must be a US Resident and be 18 years or older to enter. Winners are randomly selected and contacted via email; the winners will be listed at the top of the entry form when the giveaway ends.   Click here if you don’t see the entry form below.
   

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Dropprice $175 Target Gift Card [Giveaway]

Dropprice is a neat little website that rewards moms for being social. The price of kid and baby items drops as more moms click on the item to "drop the price." What a great way to start shopping for the holidays! And, another great way is to enter to win $175 Target gift card from Dropprice! Details are below.

 

Dropprice is an innovative startup that rewards moms for being social. Essentially, they empower moms to drop prices of kids and baby products with a click. The price continues dropping as more moms click “Drop the price”. Every week new promotions are launched and moms drop prices by sharing them on social media. See the chart below to understand the power moms have and how important it is to share with other moms.
 
 

In today’s promotion for the Copper Pearl Baby Bandana Bibs, it started out at $34.99 and for each mom that clicks, the price drops a bit. The price will continue to drop for each mom that participates.

  

You can choose to share on social media to get more moms to click “Drop the price”, or you can “Buy Now” at the current price. Keep in mind that when the price gets low, they usually sell out and you will no longer have the chance to buy that item. As an added bonus every item on Dropprice ships for free! Do you want to give it a try? This is such a fun and exciting way for moms to save lots of money by collaborating with each other. If you would like to have a chance to win a $175 Target gift card, you can experience dropping the price by following the instructions below.

 

Giveaway: Win a $175 Target Gift Card

All you have to do is help moms drop the price of these Bandana Bibs and you will be entered to win a $175 Target gift card. Just click “Drop the price” on the entry form below for a chance to win. For even more entries, share it on your social media networks via the entry form — every time one of your friends also clicks to drop the price, you’ll automatically receive additional giveaway entries!

Click here if you don’t see the entry form below.

 

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This giveaway ends on 10/31/2016; you must be a US Resident and be 18 years or older to enter. Winners are randomly selected and contacted via email; the winners will be listed at the top of the entry form when the giveaway ends. 

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$100 Visa Gift Card and $25 Vans Coupons [Giveaway]

Van's is one of the brands of natural foods that I tend to purchase from time to time. When we did an elimination diet with my toddler earlier this year, we looked to Van's for their gluten-free breakfast products like frozen waffles. Van's also offers a number of breakfast and snack items that contain natural ingredients and are great for a gluten-free diet.

Let me tell you a little more about the company. Van’s is the leader in frozen, better-for-you waffles. Van's products offer great nutrition, whole grain goodness, non-GMO verified ingredients and gluten-free options to breakfast, lunch and snack time. Van's most popular lines are: 8 Whole Grains, Power Grains, Organic and Gluten-Free waffles. Get creative and make a meal out of Van's products like waffle panins or a chicken waffle casserole!

Enter below for a chance to win a $100 Visa card, $25 in Vans coupons, and a tote and water bottle.

Please use the Giveaway Tools entry form. Open to US only. All entries will be verified. Duplicate, incomplete and invalid entries will be deleted. 

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$100 Visa Card
$25 Vans Coupon
Van's Tote
Van's Water Bottle

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Disclosure: No compensation was received to post this giveaway. Sponsor will select and contact the winner. All Natural Katie is not responsible for companies/sponsors who fail to ship the prize.

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$100 Amazon Gift Card [Giveaway]

    

Dropprice is an innovative startup that rewards moms for being social. Essentially, they empower moms to drop prices of kids & baby products with a click. The price continues dropping as more moms click “Drop the price”. Every week new promotions are launched and moms drop prices by sharing them on social media. See the chart below to understand the power moms have and how important it is to share with other moms.    

In today’s promotion for the Fisher-Price Kick and Play Piano, it started out at $26.99 and for each mom that clicks, the price drops a bit. The price will continue to drop for each mom that participates until it reaches $12.00 (56% off).

        

You can choose to share on social media to get more moms to click “Drop the price”, or you can “Buy Now” at the current price. Keep in mind that when the price gets low, they usually sell out and you will no longer have the chance to buy that item. As an added bonus every item on Dropprice ships for free!   Do you want to give it a try? This is such a fun and exciting way for moms to save lots of money by collaborating with each other. If you would like to have a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card, you can experience dropping the price by following the instructions below.
 

Giveaway: Win one of five $100 Amazon Gift Cards

All you have to do is help moms drop the price of this Play Piano and you will be entered to win one of five $100 Amazon gift cards. Just click “Drop the price” on the entry form below for a chance to win. For even more entries, share it on your social media networks via the entry form — every time one of your friends also clicks to drop the price, you’ll automatically receive additional giveaway entries! Please click on the red sentence on the form to follow and get more entries. This Giveaway is valid in the United States Only and Entrants must be 18+ years of age to enter. This giveaway event will end at 11:59 PM (EST) 9/23/15. The sponsors are each responsible for shipping of the above prizes and will contact the winners. No blog associated with this contests are responsible for prize fulfillment. This giveaway is in no way endorsed, affiliated, or associated with Facebook, Twitter or any other Social Media Networking Site.

 

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Buying Local at a Farmers Market

Last year, a mommy friend introduced us to a local farmers market on Thursday afternoons. We have been going on a pretty regular basis and have loved getting to know the farmers and artisans. The farmers market moves inside a church basement for the winter, so we can still get some items (though limited).

Farmers markets are a great way to buy organic food. I found that the food is fresher and will usually last a little bit longer than store bought organic items. I have also found that the prices for organic produce, grass-fed beef, pasture raised chicken and pasture raised eggs are usually cheaper than purchasing the items at Whole Foods. Plus, a farmers market is an opportunity for my toddler to run around, listen to music, and connect with the community.

Here are some photos from our trip this week.

 

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Target Gift Cards [Giveaway]

Dropprice is an interesting concept! Share items that you want to purchase on your social media platforms to get other moms to drop the price and purchase items at a much lower cost. Read below to learn more about Dropprice and enter to win a Target Gift Card.

 

Dropprice is an innovative startup that rewards moms for being social. Essentially, they empower moms to drop prices of kids & baby products with a click. The price continues dropping as more moms click “Drop the price”. Every week new promotions are launched and moms drop prices by sharing them on social media. See the chart below to understand the power moms have and how important it is to share with other moms.

   

In today’s promotion for the Rainstick Rattle, it started out at $18.00 and for each mom that clicks, the price drops a bit. The price will continue to drop for each mom that participates until it reaches $5.00 (72% off).

     

You can choose to share on social media to get more moms to click “Drop the price”, or you can “Buy Now” at the current price. Keep in mind that when the price gets low, they usually sell out and you will no longer have the chance to buy that item. As an added bonus every item on Dropprice ships for free! 

Do you want to give it a try? This is such a fun and exciting way for moms to save lots of money by collaborating with each other. If you would like to have a chance to win a $100 Target gift card, you can experience dropping the price by following the instructions below.   

  Giveaway: Win one of five $100 Target Gift Cards

 All you have to do is help moms drop the price of this Rainstick Rattle and you will be entered to win one of five $100 Target gift cards. Just click “Drop the price” on the entry form below for a chance to win. For even more entries, share it on your social media networks via the entry form — every time one of your friends also clicks to drop the price, you’ll automatically receive additional giveaway entries! This Giveaway is valid in the United States Only and Entrants must be 18+ years of age to enter. This giveaway event will end at 11:59 PM (EST) 9/8/15. The sponsors are each responsible for shipping of the above prizes and will contact the winners. No blog associated with this contests are responsible for prize fulfillment. This giveaway is in no way endorsed, affiliated, or associated with Facebook, Twitter or any other Social Media Networking Site.  

 

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Eco-Friendly Winter Clothing [Sponsor Highlights]

All Natural Katie would like to introduce the series of eco-friendly winter clothing. Clothing and accessories that keep your child warm during the cold winter months can be natural and eco-friendly! This series is focused on handmade products sold on Etsy. Etsy is a great marketplace for finding eco-friendly, natural, handmade products that are going to last a long time. Without further adieu, the sponsors are listed below.

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Belly Bear Baby Gear

Belly Bear Baby Gear focuses on using what is available to make what is needed. Most of the products are made from repurposed/upcycled materials, including wool, cotton, fleece, leather, etc. I will be reviewing a pair of upcycled wool longies and wool soft soled shoes.

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Passport Baby

Passport Baby can be called the expert on sleep sacks, or kindersacks as they like to call them. Kindersack is the original European baby sleeping sack. Passport baby offers year-round sleep sacks as well as warmer sleep sacks for those who live in colder climates or prefer to keep their nursery cooler.
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Snug as a Doodlebug

Snug as a Doodlebug sells high quality, functional accessories for every baby. From adorable designs on the sleep sacks to hats, scarves, and mitten clips, this Etsy shop has your child covered for the cold weather months. I will be reviewing an all-season sleep sack. The all season sleep sack can made with leg openings or a closed bottom.

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Snug Organics

Snug Organics is one of the few business that sells 100% organic cotton pajamas. Snug Organics was inspired by the simplicity and longevity of clothing from generations past. I will be reviewing the 100% organic cotton sherpa sleeper is the best seller. Cotton sherpa is similar to fleece and keeps a child warm.
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All Natural Katie would like to extend a huge thank you to all of the sponsors! Reviews of the items mentions will be coming soon. In the mean time, I encourage you to check out their shops and like your favorite items.

>> What is your favorite winter accessory??

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Eco-Friendly Holiday Gift Ideas 2014

As we get into November, my mind turns to the upcoming holiday season. Now that I have a toddler in the house, I am even more careful about selecting eco-friendly and non-toxic gifts. I hope this list will give you some good ideas for your own children, significant others, friends, family, etc. Some of the items we own and use. I would recommend these products. Other items we would like to receive as gifts this year (denoted with WANT). I will continue to add to this list as ideas pop up.


Holiday Gifts Under $25

Tropical Traditions - non-toxic body and beauty products would make a great basket or great bonus gifts. We use Tropical Traditions natural soap on a daily basis. They also started carrying a great selection of pure essential oils.

Halo Organic Sleep Sack - we have been using organic cotton Halo SleepSack Wearable Blankets for almost 1.5 years. These sleep sacks are perfect for all seasons to keep baby warm and comfortable. Cotton provides breathability and reduces the possibility of babies overheating.

Stainless Steel Straws - Eco at Heart makes wide straws that are perfect for any drink or smoothie. The straws come with a cleaning brush.

Eco-Kids Eco-Finger Paint (WANT) - powder based paint made with natural ingredients and natural colors. Mix powder with water to create paint. No need to worry about the baby or the toddler putting it in their mouth.

Epicurean Eco Plastic Cutting Board (WANT) - I have a regular Epicurean cutting board and would love to have a bigger one in the eco plastic.

Mason Jar Pour Caps (WANT) - this is a perfect gift for any Mason jar lover. Transform canning jars into containers for drinks, snacks, and more. Sizes available for regular mouth jars and wide mouth jars.


Holiday Gifts Over $25

Swell Stainless Steel Water Bottle (WANT) - I need to replace my old stainless steel water bottle and need something that can withstand dropping by a toddler. I love the shape of this bottle. Insulation helps to keep drinks cold.

Organic Cotton Half Apron (WANT) - I have never used an apron, but have found myself always searching for a towel. This organic cotton half apron from A Green Kitchen is adorable and functional.

ERGObaby - 19 months later, we are still using the ERGObaby carrier on a regular basis. The baby carrier was especially useful during the recent 18 month sleep regression. My 19 month old son weights about 24 pounds. Wearing him in the ERGObaby is still comfortable.

Envirosax Shopping Bags - I have a couple of these and I absolutely love them! The handles are big enough that I can easily sling them over my shoulder, even when I am carrying a toddler with the other arm. Strong as can be! Easy to stuff in any bag. Purchase a set or just one reusable shopping bag.

Excalibur Dehydrator (WANT) - I have a cheaper dehydrator that works very well, but I have always had my eye on this one. I love the polyscreen tray inserts and large capacity.

Le Creuset Dutch Oven - I use my Le Creuset Dutch Oven (in Cobalt) for just about anything. I feel comfortable that toxic chemicals, like those in non-stick pans, are not leaching into my food.


If you have any questions about these products or our experiences with them, please contact me. I am always willing to share eco-friendly and green products for your baby and your family. Happy holiday shopping!


Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links to where I usually shop. Your purchases support this blog at no additional cost to you. Regardless, I feature and recommend only brands and products that I myself would use.

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Don't Circle, Park and Walk [#CTWW]

Parking lots. Parking garages. As soon as I leave my house and arrive at my next destination(s), a parking spot is on my mind. Even when visiting friends, I often think, "do I park in the driveway or on the street?" At a store or mall, I can choose between the closest spot to the door, the closest spot to the shopping cart return or even the garage. Throw a baby into the mix, and a new decision has to be made every time.

This week's challenge:

This week, park in the first available parking space and then walk the rest of the way. The goal is to use very little fuel once we enter the parking area. It's a small thing with a big impact. And ... it's great exercise!

My standard parking practice is "pull through." If the parking lot is not too busy, I try to look for a spot where I could pull through. I do not have to back out. Plus, pulling forward out of a parking spot is easier than backing out. 

When this opportunity is not available, I usually opt for the spot closest to the door or to the shopping cart return (especially if I have the baby with me, which is most of the time). 

This week, I have been more mindful about where I park. I was presented with a couple opportunities. 

First, a Whole Foods Market shopping trip at 9:00 AM on Sunday morning. Empty parking lot. I felt weird parking in the first available spot, which would be at the end of the parking lot, and walking to the front door. I opted to pull through a parking spot. Fail! As I walked to the front door of the store, I asked myself, "Would it really matter if I parked at the end of an empty parking lot?" No, it would only take 1 minute extra to walk the parking lot. 

Second, a visit to the library to pick up a few books. I entered the parking lot from the side entrance and parked in the first spot. It was a little bit closer than if I entered from the back of the parking lot, but I decided that walking for an extra 20 seconds was not going to make a impact on my time.

When I stopped to think about it, taking the first spot in a parking lot instead of circling around to find the closest one did not have a big impact on my time. It did have an impact on my wallet. Less fuel translates to less money I have to pay for filling up the car. Success!

>> What your eco-friendly parking strategies??
  

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Royal Fluff OS Pocket Diaper [Review]

My stash of cloth diapers is made up of many different brands of cloth diapers, types of cloth diapers, fabrics, and closures. I love discovering a new cloth diaper brand. While I do have my preferences for cloth diaper closures and types, my biggest focus is on the fit of the cloth diaper. The baby is crawling and walking with assistance, so the fit of the cloth diaper is very important to me. Movement can make some even the best fitting cloth diapers shit and gape. This is where good fit equals no leaks. I look for a tight, but comfortable fit. Royal Fluff cloth diapers bring you a fleecy soft interior and an ultra-comfortable trim fit.

OS Pocket Cloth Diaper               ($23.99)
Rating: total green check marks out of 5.

The Good	The Not So Good
2 rows of top snaps for great fit	Slightly big at waist
Back elastic for great fit
4 snaps on each side (no wing droop)

Cloth diaper model: 11 month old boy, ~20 lbs, on the longer and skinnier side.

Royal Fluff One Size (OS) Pocket Diapers fit most babies from 9-32 lbs. Lots of snaps allow you to customize the rise. There are 4 snaps on each side to prevent wing droop. I prefer diapers with two rows of snaps on each side because I find that they fit better and tend to stay in place on a crawler or a walker. The diaper is made from a waterproof PUL outer and a soft polyester fleece interior. I love how soft the interior fabric is. Royal Fluff diapers would be perfect for a baby who prefers softer materials against their skin because of sensitive skin or sensory processing disorders.

The back of the diaper has elastic on it to ensure there are no blow outs. The elastic is on both the outer PUL and inner polyester fleece. The two rows of snaps on each side, plus the back elastic, allowed for a great fit around my baby. Although the diaper can fit babies from 9 lbs, I would wait until my baby is bigger. Even at around 20 lbs, the diaper is a little loose around the waist on my skinny 11 month old boy. Cross-over snaps could be a great feature to add to this diaper to make it truly versatile for any baby.

The pocket is large enough to add additional inserts. I have been using the Royal Fluff pocket diaper with a doubled for trips outside the home that lasts for at least 2-3 hours. I have not had any issues with leaks. Then again, the great fit of the diaper and appropriate insert stuffing help to ensure that.

Royal Fluff pocket cloth diapers are your standard pocket diapers with extra features that make them the diaper that I will reach for first. I have also been using the Royal Fluff pocket diaper as a cover with an organic cotton flat tri-folded inside. Royal Fluff OS pocket diapers are a great investment for your cloth diaper stash.

Royal Fluff Coupon Code: use BLOGLOVE20 to get 20% off your cloth diaper purchase through April 15.

Enter to win a Royal Fluff OS Pocket cloth diaper.

Disclosure: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free to facilitate this review. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. All opinions are my own.

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Beyond the Seam $50 GC [Giveaway]

Welcome to the Beyond the Seam Giveaway!

Hosted By: Mami's 3 Little Monkeys

Sponsored By: Beyond the Seam 

One lucky reader will win a $50 GC to Beyond the Seam! 

I am in love with the collection of handmade magnetic fabric alphabets and math sets that are bright and colorful. The perfect sensory toys for your babies, toddlers, and kids. Beyond the Seam also creates other fun toys for any child. If you would like to learn more about Beyond the Seam, read Mami's 3 Little Monkeys' review. 

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Use code 3LITTLEMONKEYS to receive FREE SHIPPING on your order from Beyond the Seam! 

Giveaway! 

Simply complete entries through the Giveaway Tools entry form below for your chance to win, the more entries you complete, the better your odds of winning will be. Giveaway is open Worldwide (void where prohibited) to those whom are at least 18 years of age and it will end on April 1st at 11:59pm CST. One winner will be chosen at random through the Giveaway Tools entry form, winners entries will be verified and winner will be notified via email. Winner will have 48 hours in which to respond or a new winner will be chosen. 

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Disclosure: All Natural Katie and all other participating bloggers are not responsible for the fulfillment of the prize, nor have they been compensated for this publication. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Sarh at mamis3littlemonkeys@yahoo.com

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Two Outfit Challenge [#CTWW]

This week's challenge:

This week, choose two outfits and wear them exclusively for the week. This does not include undergarments. To make this challenge work, do not wash clothes more often than usual. If you feel that your clothing needs freshening up, try hanging it in the bathroom while you shower ... or hang it outside for "airing". The idea is to see if we can live with less while maintaining water conservation and good environmental practices.

OR ... If you absolutely need more than two outfits this week, please do an analysis of your closet. How many items do you have? Where (which country) were they manufactured? Are you aware of the factory working conditions in that part of the world? What materials are used? Are any natural fibers dyed or bleached? If cotton is used, is it organic? Do any items include plastic (buttons, trim, etc.)? Take an honest look at your closet. Once you've gathered the results, how could you make your wardrobe more Eco-friendly?

Even though I stay at home with a baby every day, my thirst for fashion and looking stylish has not changed. I still think about how I present myself through my wardrobe and I still love to go shopping. Shopping does not mean that I necessary purchase anything. I like to look, select, and try on, but I seldom buy. Maybe it is the result of a one income household or maybe it is because I spend most of my days at home in yoga tights or maybe it is because I realized how big of a wardrobe I really had. I love nothing more than purchasing a new outfit, but when I run out of closet space, it is time to reconsider whether I really need another pair of jeans or another sweater. This week, I am participating in the Two Outfit Challenge. 

My goal was to select two outfits that can be mixed and matched. Since I usually wear outfits, especially jeans several times before washing, the "challenge" part of the challenge will be to only wear two outfits. This might even help to reduce the stack of clothes on the cedar chest that my husband hates so much. 

Outfit 1: Bootcut jeans, merino wool sweater

Outfit 2: Skinny jeans, white tank top, button-up sweater

Since the temperatures warmed up a little, I have been opening the windows in the breezeway and using the chairs as clothing racks. Why have I not been doing this all along? Growing up in Eastern Europe, my family hung clothes outside on clothes lines to "air out" in the sun every day. I will strive to do this more often during the warmer months.

Switching between two pairs of jeans was very easy for me. I have lost weight since being pregnant and giving birth; my pre-pregnancy jeans are all big on me except for a pair of skinny jeans and a new pair of bootcut jeans I purchased last year. Basically, only two pairs of jeans in my closet fit me now.

The two sweater limitation was difficult. I found myself wanting a little more variety than just two sweaters. After 4 days, I became sick of the same two sweaters. However, since I mostly stay at home during the days, it was not as hard as if I left the house every day. "Airing out" the sweaters was a must. Using the breezeway helped to keep the sweaters fresher than throwing them on the cedar chest (my usual practice).

Although the two outfit challenge was a little difficult for me in terms of a variety of clothing items that I am usually used to wearing, I believe I could move forward with something like a six item challenge or a 3-5 outfit challenge. The beauty of this challenge is that I can continue to do it every week or every month, choosing different outfits each time. My biggest lesson learned was using the breezeway with the windows open to "air out" clothing instead of washing it more frequently. 

>> Would you be able to only wear two outfits for one week??
  

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JenJenHouse for Prom Dresses [Review]

Recently, while shopping for a bridesmaid dress, I was surrounded by teenager girls shopping for prom dresses. I began reminiscing about my own prom. I am much more of a girly girl today. I love to wear dresses because they make me feel feminine. If I were going to prom again, I would go all out and find the prettiest, flowy dress to make my statement. JenJenHouse is the global leading online retailers for special event dresses, like prom dresses.

One of the first things that I noticed about JenJenHouse special event dresses is the high end fashion styles. JenJenHouse not only carries your typical prom dresses, but they also carry couture style prom dresses. I love that the variety of dress styles available will meet almost anyone's needs for a prom dress. JenJenHouse recommends the following 2014 prom dresses.

The categories on the left side of the page help to narrow down the selection selection. I love the variety of options to help me select the right dress. I selected A-line silhouette, sweetheart neckline, floor length hemline, and lace up back style. Out of these search results, my favorite dress is the A-Line/Princess Sweetheart Floor-Length Charmeuse Prom Dress with Ruffle Beading Sequins. The dress retails for $184 and can be purchased from JenJenHouse for $129.99. Sizes are available from 2 to 26W. For this dress, tailoring time is 11-13 days and shipping time is 5-6 days. I love that each dress is crafted to order. This makes me confident in buying a special occasion prom dress online versus in a retail store.

The color chart has a large number of colors for each type of fabric. For Charmeuse fabric, I can select from about 30 different colors. I would like to see JenJenHouse improve their website features to allow the color selection to show up in the photo so that I can see the whole dress in the selected color.

Buying a dress for a special occasion like prom can be very expensive and even cost prohibitive if a certain style or dress is preferred. JenJenHouse offers high end fashion and couture style dresses for a lot cheaper than competitors. Each dress is made to order and dresses can be customized to your size for exact fit. Custom tailoring with worldwide shipping makes JenJenHouse a great retailer for your next special occasion dress.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by JenJenHouses.com through Sverve. All opinions are my own.

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Buttons OS Diaper Cover and Insert [Review]

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

After cloth diapering for about 9 months, I have my preferences for types of cloth diapers. I keep reading about parents preferring one type of cloth diapers over another. While I do have my preferences, I do not mind stuffing or snapping. I do not mind changing diapers every 2-3 hours (trying to avoid diaper rash here!). My preferences are geared toward the fit of the cloth diaper. Good fit equals no leaks. Good absorbency also helps during those play dates, lunches, and shopping trips. Buttons One Size Cloth Diaper Cover and Inserts provide great absorbency and a customized fit.

Buttons OS Diaper Cover                              ($11.00)
Buttons Large Daytime Insert               ($3.50)
Buttons Large Nighttime Doubler        ($5.00)
Rating: total green check marks out of 5.

The Good	The Not So Good
Very absorbent	Bulky with insert and doubler
Reusable cover	Cover did not lay flat against belly
Stretchy cover for better fit
Affordable cost

*Cloth diaper model: 9 month boy, ~19 lbs, on the longer and skinnier side.
*All photos show the Buttons One Size Cover with a Large Daytime Insert.

Buttons One Size (OS) Cover fits most babies from 9-35 lbs. Snaps allow you to customize the rise and elastics at the belly and the back help to prevent leaks. The cover is made from two layers of heavy duty PUL. The fabric has a little bit of stretch to it. The stretch allows for a better fit, especially for babies and toddler who are on the move. The cover has gussets, which are a great feature to prevent leaks. Now that my 9 month old is crawling and walking around furniture and the playpen, the fit is of the utmost importance to prevent leaks. Although I did get a great fit on my baby, the wings pulled and looked like the cover could unsnap at any point in time. Do not worry, the cover never came off. If you are wearing the diaper under a onesie or pants, it might not matter what the diaper looks like.

Bottons OS Cover is to be used with the Large Daytime Insert. The Large Daytime Insert is made from microfiber and topped with a layer of moisture-wicking fleece. The layer of fleece goes against the baby's bum. These Inserts come in two sizes, Small (9-20 lbs) and Large (20-35 lbs). The snaps on each end help to keep the insert in place. Also a plus for babies on the go to help keep the insert in place. Buttons Large Daytime Insert is very absorbent and would be perfect for nap, trips, or long outings. I have been using this combination without worrying about forgetting to change the baby's diaper (it happens to the best of us).

For heavy wetters, naps, overnight, and super absorbency, Buttons Large Nighttime Doubler is the answer. The Large Nighttime Doubler is made from 6 layers of microfiber. The Large Nighttime Doubler should only be used with the Large Daytime Insert on top of it since the Nighttime Doubler does not have a fleece layer. You should not put microfiber directly against baby's skin as it is drying and harsh. The Nighttime Doubler also comes in two sizes, Small (9-20 lbs) and Large (20-35 lbs). I have not been using the Nighttime Doubler with the Daytime Insert because it is too bulky for my 9 month old. Although I love that there are a lot of absorbency layers and I would actually consider using this diaper for nighttime, there was a huge gap in the back of the diaper. I might try using this combination again in the future once my baby grows a little, but for now, I will stick with the Daytime Insert only.

Buttons covers and inserts are an affordable way to start and amend your cloth diaper stash. The covers and options are customizable. I have to admit that I have been using the Buttons Large Nighttime Doubler with a pocket diaper and I love the absorbency. If you are looking to try something new, Buttons cloth diapers are well made, functional, and affordable.

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