Wild Mountain Mommies - Review and GIVEAWAY

As you may have noticed, I have taken a small break from my blog due to medical reasons. I am excited to be back and couldn't be more thrilled about the product I am sharing with you today. Today I want to tell you all about Wild Mountain Mommies! Wild Mountain Mommies is a cloth diaper company that specializes in hand made cloth diapers. Cristina, the owner of Wild Mountain Mommies works both outside the home and in her home. She loves creating diapers that will last the duration of diaper wearing, which is ideal! I cannot tell you how many diapers I have purchased because of the lure of a low price that ended up leaking and falling apart. Quality of craftsmanship and materials make Wild Mountain Mommies diapers last! Wild Mountain Mommies makes custom diapers, one sized or sized pocket diapers, and one sized or sized fitted diapers and covers. Have a fabric in mind for a print? Need a diaper for a specific occasion? I love that she custom makes diapers to fit exactly what you are looking for. She is open to talking about any of your ideas and making them into a reality. 

I was sent a One Size Pocket Diaper for review. This diaper is designed to fit from birth to potty training (about 10-35lbs). The adjustable rise snaps on the front and the snaps along the top make that possible. The diaper can be adjusted to the size of the baby as they grow. This diaper is a great fit on my itty bitty skinny little baby. I also have friends with babies who are large and this brand of diaper also fits them well. I used this diaper for a few weeks and it has been through many washes. I haven't seen even one sign of a leak. This diaper can be used for day time wear or night time wear. The great thing about the pocket style is that more material can be added for extra absorbancy. So, if you would like to use this diaper at night or on a child who tends to be a heavy wetter, just add more into the pocket. The material of the insert is a mix of other materials and zorb2. It folds easily to fit inside the pocket and provides many layers of absorbency. We have never had a leak with this diaper. I would personally recommend this diaper to anyone looking for a great fit, ease of use, and no leaks. 

Wild Mountain Mommies is offering one of my readers a chance to win a Wild Mountain Mommies Pocket Diaper! Please use the rafflecopter form below to enter. Must be 18 years old. Giveaway open to residents of the US. 

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AquaSport All Terrain Sunscreen Review and Giveaway

AquaSport SPF 30 is oxybenzone-free and has full-spectrum protection from UVA (skin cancer) and UVB (sunburn) rays. With non-nano and un-coated zinc oxide, it is natural, non-whitening, non-greasy and fragrance free Lotion or Spray that will not cause eye stinging. It is water and sweat resistant and is proven to be effective after 80 minutes in water. AquaSport SPF 30 was just rated the top sunscreen in the June 2012 Consumer Report Sunscreen report. The company’s other sunscreens scored high in the June Sunscreen report issued by the Environmental Working Group, which looks for products that are not harmful to children or the environment. 

Copy-Kids Review & GIVEAWAY

Copy-Kids is a DVD series designed to get very young children excited about eating fruits and vegetables. It shows kids having such a good time eating fruits and veggies, that when children watch it they want to join in. Featuring well-known pediatrician, Dr. Jay Gordon, this product is a positive approach in the quest to get children eating healthy from the start.
I was sent a copy of this DVD to review. As some of you may know, baby M is a VERY picky eater. Getting her to eat anything, let alone fruits and vegetables, is a big accomplishment. In the past few months, I have started to get worried that she may not be getting the nutrition that she needs. So, we have resorted to pediasure for now. So, when I saw the opportunity to review a product that may get my child more interested in eating healthy (or eating at all), I jumped at the chance.
Baby M loves the DVD. Her favorite part is the bird. Every time he comes on screen and says and signs "bird". She also loves to watch other children. It is one of the things that really draws her in about this DVD. Even though all that the kids on the DVD are doing is eating - she loves to watch. I like to put this DVD on when she is eating, so that she will see the kids eating and be encouraged to do the same. Watching a program in general does help to distract her enough to get her to eat without throwing a tantrum. But, this DVD takes the extra step in showing other children eating healthy foods and it makes her want to do the same. As of now, we have accomplished a few bites. I am hoping over time she may eat even more fruits and vegetables.

Baby Clippys Ruffle Dress Review & Headband Giveaway

As you know, I love Baby Clippys headbands, bows, and accessories. I have featured many reviews and giveaways from them over this past year. You can imagine my excitement when I found out that they are now offering HAND MADE RUFFLE DRESSES!!!!! I also heard a rumor that HAND MADE ROMPERS are coming soon too! I received a ruffle dress to review, and I can let the photos of how adorable my daughter looks in it speak for themselves!

 

Easy Canvas Prints - Review & Giveaway

Turn your photos into canvas art! Canvas prints give a photo new life and make a photo an even more meaningful piece of art and gift than it would in a regular display in a frame. A canvas print would make the perfect gift for Father's Day! I was given the opportunity to have one of my photos made into a canvas print for review by easycanvasprints.com. I chose of my favorite photos of M and myself (above). Easycanvasprints.com was easy to use and was a very quick process. I was given many different options throughout the process so that the final product was exactly what I wanted. It arrived pretty quickly and I couldn't happier with it. The quality is that of a painting, yet the graphics are as crisp as a photo. It was easy to hang and looks great on my wall. It seems very durable as well. It will be a cherished piece of art for many years to come. 

Annmarie Gianni's Skin Care Products - Review & GIVEAWAY

There are many organic labeled products out there that might not have the best ingredients in them. Annmarie always say if you can't eat it, it shouldn't go on your skin.  Annmarie created her skin care line knowing that she was not always sure what was in all the other stuff and wanted to make sure she could recommend something that she could stand behind 100%. The Annmarie line is made for complete nourishment, inside and out. It contains uniquely infused oils with highly nutritious herbs and is the cleanest (free of chemicals, additives and alcohols) on the market. Best of all, each product is so pure that they're good enough to eat!

Potty Time DVD & Music CD- Review & GIVEAWAY

Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil - Review & GIVEAWAY

For a few months now I have heard rumors about the mysterious powers of coconut oil. I wasn't sure if it was something you used to cook or if it was something you put on your skin. I was clueless. After receiving a jar of Tropical Traditions' Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil, I began to research. Through this, I discovered that Virgin Coconut Oil is a food, and is one of the best cooking oils you can use. It has been a staple cooking oil for thousands of years in tropical climates. As a cooking oil, its chemical structure is kept in tact and therefore is resistant to mutations of fatty acid chains even when used in higher cooking temperatures, unlike most vegetable oils. More uses of coconut oil here. For hundreds of tasty recipes from people who use coconut oil, visit FreeCoconutRecipes.com. For those that know me, you know I am not much of a chef. But, the recipes on the site seem to be pretty easy to follow. I am very excited to give this a try. I have friends who already have and swear by it. 

Phone Fetcher - Review & Giveaway Ends 4/30

What is a PhoneFetcher? PhoneFetcher takes the stress and hassle out of a person's day, by allowing you to always know where your cell phone is! No more digging in our purses to find a ringing phone and missing calls! No more leaving your phone on some remote table or countertop! No more forgetting phones, and leaving them places (home, office, restaurants, cabs etc.), only to have to backtrack to find it. No more mini panic attacks! PhoneFetcher attaches to a purse, back pack, gym bag, baby bag, belt loop, etc. on one end, and the other end attaches easily to the earphone plug of a smart phone, mp3 player etc.

 

PhoneFetcher is made on a stretchable bungee cord, which allows texting and viewing without having to disconnect the phone. When the phone is removed from the bag, we leave our PhoneFetchers hanging out of our bag to alert us as we leave, that we do not have our phone with us. It is as easily removed from your phone as an earphone is, and comes in 8 fun colors! A silver chain model will also be available in about 6 weeks. PhoneFetcher would make a great gift for Mom for Mother's Day or a cool stocking stuffer come Christmas time. 

I was sent a black PhoneFetcher to review. It fit easily into my ear piece plug with no problems, yet it was secure. It also attached very easily to my purse. It made it much easier to keep track of my phone and gave me piece of mind knowing that I didn't have to worry about losing it. I like that PhoneFetchers come in a variety of colors to match people's personal taste. I am a classic black kind of girl. But, it was fun to see all of the colors that were available. A PhoneFetcher is a great gift for a woman on the go. It gives her one less thing to have to worry about. 

WIN IT: PhoneFetcher is offering my readers a chance to win a PhoneFetcher in the color of their choice! Please use the Rafflecopter form below to enter. Giveaway terms and conditions are listed at the bottom of the form. 

Flushy, Trashy, Sinky - Review & GIVEAWAY Ends 4/9

Before I became a mom, I had no idea about all of the dangers of cleaning products. Since I have become responsible for another person's life, I check the ingredients list on almost everything in our home to make sure that it is safe. That is why I was so happy when I found Natural House. Natural house offers natural household cleaning products. Natural House probiotic cleaning products brings you a revolutionary, new method of cleaning the most dirty areas of your home. Utilizing non-toxic, probiotic cleaning agents, Natural House products are strong enough for commercial clean-up, yet safe and gentle for all of the members of your Natural House.

1000 Follower Celebration - Classic Couture - GIVEAWAY ENDS 4/9

Classic Couture offers photography and graphic design services and are located in Utah. Brie Pinales is a multi talented photographer, crafter, and designer.  Baby M had her photos taken by Brie, and we were VERY happy with the result!

1000 Follower Celebration - Perfectly Posh - GIVEAWAY Ends 4/9

Perfectly Posh offers over 40 of the most natural, soothing and PAMPERING products! Lotions, hand bars, shimmer glosses, soaks, scrubs, butters, mists and balms are just a few of the items that you can indulge in with Perfectly Posh! They also offer opportunities to host parties in your own home or online. They also have a program where you can become a Perfectly Posh Consultant! 

1000 Follower Giveaway Celebration!!!

We did it! With your support, we have reached 1000 followers! Thank you to all of the readers and sponsors who have helped me to get here! It's been so fun blogging with all of you over the past 9 months. :) 

To celebrate, I have some AMAZING sponsors offering you all some really awesome prizes! There are ELEVEN giveaways for you to enter! All of these giveaways will end at 11:59 PM EST on 4/9/12. 

1000 Follower Celebration - Wholesale Costume Club - Review & GIVEAWAY Ends 4/9

Who is ready for Easter?? I AM! Haha. I had so much fun reviewing this Kid's Bunny costume from Wholesale Costume Club! They offer so many great cheap kids Halloween costumes. They also have many fun costumes for adults too (check out my review of a 70's costume)! They also have a facebook page where you can go to look great discounts! Wholesale Costume Club offers the lowest prices that you will find on costumes - year round! Why wait until Halloween to dress up? They have costumes for infants to adults in a variety of styles. They have all of the same ones I have seen in stores - and more! You don't need to be a member to buy! But, if you are a member (for a small $5 fee) you will save even more!

1000 Follower Celebration - Perching at Home - GIVEAWAY ENDS 4/9

Perching At Home's creator started to crochet as a way do deal with postpartum depression and anxiety. The repetitive hand movements of crochet have been shown to lower your blood pressure by 11 pts! As she shared the things she had made with others, they urged her to open my shop. It all started with the cookie monster hat. As her child got older, she started inventing things that didn't exist, or simply weren't good enough, and then came the Best Baby Shower Gift and the wildly popular Teething Rails. She is happy that others can find joy or even a laugh with the things she makes, because there's nothing more healing than laughter.

1000 Follower Celebration - Baby Clippys - GIVEAWAY ENDS 4/9

Guess who's back??? One of my FAVORITE places to get headbands, bows, and hair accessories, Baby Clippys! Baby Clippys is a business created by a WAHM (work at home mom), Nizel. She specializes in "clippys" (bows and clips), bow boards, headbands and accessories for the little princess in your life. Nizel is a crafty, semi stay at home momma that finally decided to share her creations (lucky us!). Everything is made by her in her home between feedings and diaper changes! Baby Clippys are 100% unique and made with love! 

1000 Follower Celebration - Rebekah Dawn's Designs - REVIEW & GIVEAWAY Ends 4/9

Rebekah Dawn's Designs started by Rebekah making items for her daughter, decorating her new house and sending out homemade gifts and cards. Soon she started making items for friends and her craftiness turned into a small side business. She now has her own website where she sells hand made items such as vinyl decor, bows, tutus and more. Everything on the site was custom designed by her. She would love to create something unique for you!

1000 Follower Celebration - Lovin2Bead - GIVEAWAY Ends 4/9

   

Sometimes Mom needs a little treat too! I am so excited to present another giveaway from Lovin2Bead! Lovin2Bead is a Utah based company that specializes in making handmade beautiful jewelry. I have had the pleasure of receiving this jewelry as a gift on many occasions and I love it! Lisa, the owner, even had a jewelry making night in which she showed me how to make some of the jewelry pieces. I made them for my friends as Christmas gifts and they were a big hit! Lisa is kind enough to share all of her amazing craft ideas on her blog, facebook page, weblog, and on a local Utah morning show so that we can TRY to recreate some of her fun crafts. Not only does she make amazing jewelry for all ages (including adorable baby jewelry and bows that I have and LOVE), but she shares so many fun craft ideas for you to recreate with your kids and grandkids! I could spend hours on her blogs looking at all of her fun ideas, and I have!

1000 Follower Celebration - Taylor Joelle Designs - GIVEAWAY ENDS 4/9

Taylor Joelle Designs is an online boutique that specializes is baby and children's clothing and accessories. Not only do they carry amazing items for girls, but they also carry awesome items for boys, which is pretty hard to find these days! They are also affordable! I have had some friends tell me that they have the most adorable ruffle rompers that are also the lowest priced ones that they could find. They also offer a 10% discount for their facebook fans and offer a Weekly Hot Buy item which makes them even more of a steal! 

1000 Follower Celebration - Rad Scents - GIVEAWAY Ends 4/9

Erica, of Rad Scents (Independent Scentsy Consultant) and her husband Kurt are currently in the process of trying to adopt a child.  As some of you may know by now, I am a huge advocate of adoption (as seen in my previous post about my friends Robert and Carli who recently brought their new daughter home!!!). I am partially adopted. I was legally adopted by my (then step father) dad when I was 9 years old, and he was also adopted at birth by both of his parents. It is so amazing that there are people who open their heart to children and give them a better life, the life that they deserve - whether it be a newborn from America or an older child from another country. There are many children that need loving parents. I know that my life would be drastically different if not for my dad opening his heart to me. We still celebrate our adoption anniversary every year.