Little Twig Bodymilk Review

My daughters love water. During the summer you can almost always find them in the pool, ocean, lake, sprinkler, or a bath! All that exposure to water, though, dries out their normally-soft and smooth skin. When Little Twig contacted us about testing their natural and organic baby lotion we knew we’d use it–we just didn’t know we’d love it!

Little Twig is a baby bodycare company started by a concerned mom who wanted to make sure that only the most natural and best products went on her child’s skin. Nearly all of the ingredients used in their lotions are organic and all-natural. While I am thankful that my children do not have overly sensitive skin, I still know that using all-natural organic lotion products like the ones made by Little Twig will still be of great benefit to their overall health.

If you do have a child (or children!) that reacts to the synthetic, allergenic materials found in most baby care products then it is time to rejoice! Little Twig created an organic lotion made just for sensitive skin–their Extra Mild Unscented formula contains soothing botanical products. In addition to those skin soothers, this hypoallergenic lotion is free of soy, wheat, and nut additives and does not contain mineral oil or paraben!

We had the opportunity to review both Little Twig’s scented and their  unscented bodymilk. We first sampled the Calming Lavender bodymilk. I suppose I should add a small disclaimer: lavender is my favorite scent with lemon verbena following close behind. It goes without saying that a lotion that combines both scents (for their Calming Lavender bodymilk is a blend of lavender and lemon extracts and natural oils) would be the ultimate scented lotion for me to use on my daughters’ skin.

Little Twig did not disappoint. The Calming Lavender bodymilk is very mild and oh-so-smooth. It felt wonderfully silky coming out of the package and easily blended into my daughters’ skin. I found that a little bodymilk goes a very long way which means that it is not only eco-friendly, it’s also economical! I loved that the scent was a perfect blend of two scents, neither overwhelming but both soothing and perfect for the post-bath, pre-bedtime routine.

The following evening, we sampled the Extra Mild Unscented bodymilk. This lotion felt exactly the same–my toddler loved the silky feel of it so much that she found our sample and squeezed it all onto her hands:

While I was disappointed to lose so much lotion, it was a great excuse for me (and the rest of my family members!) to try the lotion as well–we simply took the excess off of my toddler’s hands and used it on our arms and legs. Everyone commented on how light but moisturizing this organic lotion was–we couldn’t get enough of it!

Both bodymilk lotions felt great on the skin and kept my children’s skin very moisturized. I did not love the unscented bodymilk’s scent (yes, even though it is “unscented” it still has a distinct scent!) but I know that the hypoallergenic nature of this organic lotion product is a huge benefit to parents and children alike who have to deal with sensitive skin.

Little Twig’s natural and organic products don’t just stop at bodymilk–they also sell baby powder (a rarity these days!), diaper cream (claimed by other reviewers to be the best on the market!), body oil (in a calming lavender scent), bubble baths (complete with scented or unscented options), baby wash and shampoo (tear free of course!), mineral sunscreen (SPF 30+), and fun bath accessories (think adorable washcloths, mitts, and towels).

Little Twig’s long term goal is to “nurture families organically”. They are so passionate about connecting parents with eco-friendly baby products and educating families on how to be more environmentally savvy that they created a blog and parent space to accomplish just that! You’ll find many eco-friendly tips from how to choose organic foods and clothing to how to make wise choices that will help sustain the environment.

In addition to their helpful resources, Little Twig encourages recycling–the extent of offering any customer a 30% discount on future purchases when they return four empty full-sized Little Twig product bottles! Talk about generous, eco-friendly, and wallet friendly!

In addition to their great resources, Little Twig is full of fun and creativity–they have six child-friendly “mascots” (see picture above), monthly contests on their Facebook page and an active Twitter account that features tips and savings!

If you are looking for a new baby lotion that contains organic and all-natural ingredients, I wholeheartedly recommend Little Twig’s products. You can buy the Little Twig products online or in local stores (available in the US and Canada).

Little Twig 25% off discount code: 25_Aug2010
Valid on August 24, 2010 and August 25 2010.

BabySoy Slip-on Pants Review

BabySoy is the 1st company in the world to create a soft and natural newborn wardrobe using soybean protein fiber. They carry a full line of modern, eco and organic baby onesies, socks, hoodie, bibs, blankets, mittens, and more.

My daughter just received 3 pair of pants from babysoy. BabySoy Slip-on Pants are made of a unique fabric, its called soybean protein fabric. It has both the qualities of silky soft and cotton which is knows for being absorbent. BabySoy Company is the first company ever who used soybean protein fiber for newborn clothing line. They used soybean pulp to create this perfect fabric with its only ultimate goal is comfort combined with modern style. Why soybean? Soybean acquires a lot of amino acids that is very healthy and good for the skin. Its super soft and smooth and light just like silk which makes it so comfortable whether you are physically active or not. Like cotton, it can absorb sweats or dampness but what makes it different from cotton is that you won’t feel hot or wanting to be in a cold place or room, it makes you feel fresh because it allows air to enter into the fabric and touch your skin. For me, soybean fiber means comfort in terms of benefits.

The production of this type of fabric was from a recycled material, it is biodegradable so its nature friendly. Moms would surely love this clothing line because of its materials used. The design from this clothing line comes from a Mom and to validate if the fabrics are really comfortable; it has to be approved by her daughter. This is their signature, style and comfort but making sure that as they reach this goal, they won’t hurt Mother Nature. BabySoy has a complete clothing line for babies; it is also their goal to promote and start practicing healthy life styles to Moms and their babies while keeping mother earth safe.

The BabySoy Slip-on Pants are one great part of a kid’s wardrobe. This slip-on pants from BabySoy comes in so many colors that you can mix match with other BabySoy tops may it be printed or plain, it would definitely looks great. I love all the colors, not too bright but not too pale. The design is so simple but the style would give a wow look on almost any tops, it’s just perfect! Kids can wear it themselves since it has no buttons or zip. It’s a 100% comfortable because of its silky smooth touch, in good quality, it sure won’t fade that easily, it won’t shrink or stretch, washable, safe to the skin and it has a sanitizing property.

So let’s support BabySoy products the way we support our environment. It’s one way of sustaining this cause by starting patronizing the products that are not harmful to humans and safe to our planet while its being produced. Let’s save the earth and give reason to kids to smile every seconds of their life!

**Disclaimer: The product/s mentioned above have been given free of charge from the company or PR firm in exchange for being featured on Natural Baby Goods.  The product features expressed in this post are those of Natural Baby Goods and have not been influenced in any other way.

Summer Bridge Activities Book Review

Children learn fast if we have appropriate brain storming yet fun learning activities. Younger children love to play and have fun. This is the best time for them to really discover and learn new things around them. Children really enjoys going to school to meet and interact with different people at the same time learn. What about summer time? Does this means children has to stop enjoying while learning? Here’s the best site www.summerbridgeactivities.com for your reference, they offer a lot of ideas appropriate for children according to age. The site offers easy access to any books they have. You can also take a peek of what’s in each activity books. Try it, it’s great!

Summer Bridge Activities PK-K Book offers different subjects; anything that your child needs for their inquisitive minds. Summer Bridge Activities PK-K Book will help you prepare your child for kindergarden. Parents can use this workbook as a reference to help their children bring out their best potential and prepare them for the coming school year. These series of books are being recommended to schools and teachers as well. This book was designed to create activities for the 3 month long usual vacation. It was divided into 3 categories. Each topic would give you suggestions on how children can participate and apply what was learned in a specific lesson by having at least 2 activities a day.

Summer Bridge Activities PK-K Book helps children to read. This is really a basic need for the child to be totally prepared before the school starts. It would be to your child’s advantage if she or he is a little bit advanced than other children. It would help your child gain self confidence. The book not only provides parents ideas on how children can enjoy reading by it also provides list of books appropriate for the child to read; they have a complete list of references.

Summer Bridge Activities PK-K Book will help you train your child to be a goal oriented. The work book will enable the parent and the child to really think of what they would want to accomplish by the end of the month. That’s part of the activities. The workbook is truly amazing; the content gives you a lot of opportunities for your child to learn. Can you imagine your child reading, drawing, tracing, coloring, writing, doing physical activities, learning shapes and colors, determining letters and numbers, answering their “why” questions? These are but a few things of the all the possibilities your child can get in Summer Bridge Activities PK-K Book. Your kid’s summer time will never be boring. Fun learning activities are always encouraged when we are thinking of teaching a child. So visit this site and enjoy peeking on the books they are offering at here. Its one complete package for learning and developing your child’s self confidence, mind, body and the child’s total well being. Go ahead and take a peek on this amazing book!

Lazy Lizards Eco Friendly Kids Yoga Mat And DVD Review

Have you tried Yoga for kids? Yes! Kids can go to Yoga classes too. And I have the best site that would excite your kids to this fun and enjoyable activities. See for yourself and check this out at Lazy Lizards Yoga. This site is really magnificent, informative and child friendly that even your kids can access it and can browse the page easily! There are a lot of tabs to answer all your questions in mind and you can take a peek on the products that they offer in relation to Yoga. The most amazing product I discovered was the kids yoga mat and the yoga for kids DVD which I am pretty sure that your kids will love it too!

My 2 year old daughter and I got this Pumpkin kids yoga mat and the yoga for kids DVD for a review. It really did wonders to my child since she is a bit shy and non athletic. There are different colors to choose aside from Pumpkin, available colors like grape, sky blue and passion pink. It is easy to use; because on the mat itself, 12 different animals were drawn and embed to it which your child can easily imitate on their Yoga poses. The material that was used is safe because it is also Eco-friendly. It is made of PER (Polymer Environmental Resin), which is environment safe, free of phthalate and from lead and it is comfortable to use, it is not slippery due to added texture. It is also washable. The Yoga Mat and the DVD can be utilized at home for fun activities and for family bonding (Mom and Dad can join too!). The DVD will serve as a guide. Yoga for kids is not only for fun, some of the benefits would be enhancing concentration and focus, stimulates imagination (because kids will pretend to be the animals), it heightens up energy, and it will make them physically fit and strong. My daughter really loves her Pumpkin Yoga Mat that she enjoys using it everyday with her friends from the neighborhood. And I don’t have to worry about her asking for going out of the house!

As mothers, we know that nurturing our kids does not only depends on the food they eat, but also, we have to make sure that they are physically, emotionally, spiritually and intellectually fit as they grow up. Yoga is one of the best exercises that our children can adapt to in their early stage. I would really like you to see and check out this site Lazy Lizards Yoga to know more of the advantage of Yoga for kids. I would surely recommend this to all of my friends and take the opportunity of what life can offer!

Happy Blankie Baby Blanket Review

When I was pregnant I was looking for stuffs that would complete my preparation for my little one and I found these adorable blankets online which really would be nice for her. Try to check this site Happy Blankie. It will give you an actual image of what it looks like. Well, this is no ordinary blanket! I am sure your little ones will love this personalized and huggable blanket for a goodnight sleep!

I really love this Tumble The Happy Bear baby blanket which I got for review! There are 3 different sizes to choose from. You can also pick up colors you like for the font if you would want to have your child’s name embroidered on it. And what really is the best thing about it is that it’s for everybody! Young and old, who are young at heart, can have this cute product. Happy Blankie Baby Blanket has different designs like Chase the Happy dog (dog), Giggle the Happy pig (pig), Stomp the Happy Frog (frog) and the Tumble the Happy Bear (bear). I think this will be the best gift that we can give! Just looking on it, I can’t help but smile as I imagine my favorite huggable stuff toys. It feels like we’re hugging each other!

I think, this is one product that you will not think of the price when you decide to buy for it. You would only think of good memories and the comfort that your love ones will feel when they use it. The materials used are really good, the quality shows it all. The concept of this product is so simple and so sweet based from what I have read. This is a reflection of love and it only brings smiles to those who will receive such a wonderful gift! I love the whole packaging of this product! It caters all what I need though its simple, the experience of using it is something that we can not buy anywhere. Not only that, it symbolizes love and giving happily! It brings out the innocent and pure love of a loving child which of course was through the influence of a loving parent! This is really amazing! I love this Happy Blankie Baby Blanket. It’s perfect for everybody!

So please check out this truly amazing product at Happy Blankie and share the good news to everyone! It might just be a simple blanket, but for those who needed assurance and love, it means a lot!

Me And Mom MatchingWear Pink Ronnie Cardigan Review

Me and Mom is a trusted online store where you can get all the clothing needs for moms and kids. It is a home-based business spearheaded by couples who wanted to spend more time with their kids. They travel to Korea on a regular basis to personally choose the apparels they sell on their site. They have a great and wide array of tops, pants, skirts and leggings, outer wears and matching wears. I came across this site while online shopping for clothing for my daughter and I noticed immediately that they have some of the latest and most fashionable designs clothing. The style and price of their products are also amazing. For all busy moms/working moms who does not have time to do mall shopping but would not compromise style, quality and reasonable price, Me and Mom is a great site to check things out. Their site also offers washing guides and sizing guides to make your shopping experience a complete satisfaction.

From the many stylish fashionable apparels listed on the site, I have chosen The Pink Ronnie Cardigan for me and my 2-year old daughter for review. This garment is made of super soft material that me and my baby felt in love with it the moment we touched it. This garment has 4 mid-size buttons for easy and comfortable wearing. The colors are very light and rich we can definitely pair it with any shirt underneath it. It has two front pockets which are very useful in placing coins, keys and other small stuffs. You may even rest your hand while your baby mimic the same. I was worried at first with regard to the brand tag. Other apparels have tongue brand tags that give us itch and discomfort. My worries are eliminated when I find out that the brand name is designed as a print near the collar line. I checked on the seams and hemline to see if they are easily detached/ripped. I found that they are actually sewn perfectly so I do not need to worry if they will tear easily. Having said that, I guess this piece of garment will be with us for many years to come even after my daughter will outgrow it.

Again, shopping at Me and Mom Matching Wears was a great experience, after the account is set up, it only takes a minute to complete the order. My daughter loves her little sweater very much and every time I put on the sweater, she will run to her closet to get her sweater out and dance around with it. Thanks to Me and Mom Matching Wear. The whole shopping experience has been nothing but of great satisfactory.

Who’s Missing? A Calico Critter Game Review

Worried of what to do during winter and rainy seasons? Or thinking hard on how to let your kids stay at home during the weekend? Family – bonding activities? Check this site http://www.calicocritters.com/ for a great deal of fun! When you log on to this site, you will be surprised of the endless options for fun and brainstorming activities that your kids and their friends will definitely enjoy. Calico Critters has different categories to choose from. It really depends on your child’s imagination. Remember, the best time to learn is during playtime!

I’ve got this “Who’s Missing” Calico Card Game for a review; it is a very entertaining and mind-digging game for a 3 year old kid and above with 2-4 players. It consists of 48 colorful cards with different characters designed for kids to enjoy! The best part of it is the game itself! It can be played in 3 ways. My kids loved most “Who’s Missing”. The dealer will play against the other 3 players by laying out 5 cards in a row. The players then will cover their eyes so as not to see which card the dealer hides away. The players will guess which one is missing from among the 5 cards that were previously showed to them. The first player who will guess correctly the missing critter card will own it. The dealer will add another 2 cards and the next player will guess which one is missing. This will go on until everyone takes turn remembering which card the dealer removed from the row. That will make the game more challenging and it will require the players to really think deep and remember figures which are now missing. In the event that no one will be able to guess the missing critter card, the dealer wins and will keep it. Each player will be given the chance to guess, the first player who will guess and gets 3 critter cards wins. This is truly a great card game for everyone! It will surely bring out screams and laughter to them just like my children does. I give a thumb up to “Who’s Missing” Calico Card Game!

Calico Critters is the best site where you can find quality indoor games that would make your whole family and friends enjoy the rainy days! Check it out now and have fun!

Kicky Pants Polo Shirt Review

As the dog days of summer roll around, you’re probably out searching for clothes that will keep your children both protected from the sun and cool. Well Kicky Pants, an adorably named line of children’s clothing, has got you covered, literally. Kicky Pants was started by a mother and father team who were sick of searching high and low for quality children’s products that suited their needs. Now they have a whole line of super cute children’s clothing that is both innovative and high-quality.

Their Print Polo for both boys and girls is perfect for summer. If you thought polo shirts were only for golf players, think again, because these shirts are adorable and fun to wear. They can be paired with all sorts of things, from pants and jeans in the spring, to shorts and skirts in the summer. They also come in a range of fun prints for both genders, including frogs, stripes and polka dots. In addition, they’re a great value, so snatch them up in all kinds of colors, and your kids can wear them all summer!

My daughter thought she was pretty stylish in her Kicky Pants Print Polo, and I have to agree. When paired with white pants or a khaki skirt, they make for a nice outfit for a special occasion, like brunch with grandparents. But they can also be worn casually, with colored shorts and sandals to the park or on a play date. In cooler weather, I think it would look super cute layered over a white long sleeve shirt.

The nice thing about this shirt is that it really held up well. It took wear and dirt like a champ, and a few rounds in the washer and drier didn’t diminish its color or change its shape. Kicky Pants clothes are the kind that get passed from older sibling to younger, because they’re stylish yet timeless, and won’t fall apart after a few wears.

Kicky Pants is a great line that’s definitely worth checking out. Aside from their cute cotton prints, they also offer clothes made out of bamboo (which is very eco-friendly and sustainable) and fun clothes for boys and girls. Their clothes are great quality and won’t go out of style, perfect for a growing family. They can be found online or at retailers around the country, so if you’re looking for original, solid products to withstand the test of time, there’s no reason not to check them out.

Barefoot Books Kids’ Garden And Up, Up, Up! Review

When it comes to books that are beautifully illustrated and empowering for children, Barefoot Books is at the top of the pile. Barefoot Books concentrates on books that encourage imagination and make-believe. They also think it’s important that children explore other cultures and countries, so their books focus on opening up the world to small children. Barefoot Books’ stories are all exquisitely illustrated, and are a joy for parents and children alike.

Kids’ Garden is just one of their many wonderful books. Kids’ Garden presents forty outdoor games and activities to help kids experience and enjoy the exciting world right outside their front door. It offers suggestions for art projects using things found outside, fun things to do with plants and lots of other ideas. It also comes with an eight-page informative booklet with information on gardening and taking care of plants. Any child who likes to play outside and get a little dirty will love Kids’ Garden.

Another fun book by Barefoot Books is their sing along book for children, Up, Up, Up! Up, Up, Up! is a book with a story that’s meant to be sung, and it comes with an audio CD to listen to while reading. This beautifully illustrated story tells about kids who take a balloon all the way to the stars, and will definitely catch and keep the attention of preschoolers.

My daughter loved the CD included with Up, Up, Up! and wanted to listen to it all the time, even when we weren’t reading the book. It also made it easier for her to read the book to herself, with the CD helping her along. Up, Up, Up! has already become her new favorite bedtime story.

Although Kids’ Garden is for ages eight and up, I still found some fun activities for the two of us to do together. However, if you have school-aged children, I’m sure that they will love Kids’ Garden. It’s a perfect book for a beautiful day when you want to get out of the house. There are some activities for each season, so there’s always something fun to do.

Barefoot Books offers lots of creative books for children of all ages. Up, Up, Up! will delight preschoolers with its creative story and fun sing along CD. Kids’ Garden offers lots of fun things for you and your children to do together outside, and will hold their attention for hours. Barefoot Books provides books that are creative and imaginative, and these two are definitely both.

**Disclaimer: The product/s mentioned above have been given free of charge from the company or PR firm in exchange for being featured on Natural Baby Goods.  The product features expressed in this post are those of Natural Baby Goods and have not been influenced in any other way.

Pukies Buggies Review

Summer can be a great time for both parents and children. There’s lots more room to play, plus chances to go to the pool, have picnics and run in the sprinkler. The big drag about summer, though, is bug repellent. Kids hate getting sprayed with bug spray, but without it, they get tons of bug bites and are itchy all day.

Luckily, now you can get the best of both worlds. Pukies Buggies clothing is the only line of clothes especially for young children made with Insect Shield. Insect Shield is a way to put bug repellant right into clothes. It uses a man-made version of a natural bug repellant found in chrysanthemums. The bug protection is put right into the clothes, so there’s no need to bother your children with stinky bug sprays. Also, the protection lasts up to 70 washes, which means you’ll be bug bite free all summer.

Buggies clothing is also made with Soy Genius fabric, which is a blend of organic cotton, soy fiber and spandex. The cotton is free of all toxic chemicals, including pesticides, herbicides and insecticides. The soy fiber is naturally soft and moisture-wicking, making the clothes especially comfortable. And there’s a little bit of spandex, which gives your kids room to wiggle, as well as providing an UPF 30 rating.

I was so lucky to review their Toddler Short Sleeve T-Shirts from Buggies clothing item. It has a cute, single screen-print on the front, and features a scalloped trim. The shirt is basic enough to go with anything, but has a few details to keep it from getting boring. Throw this shirt on your little one during the summer, and they’ll be safe from both bugs and the sun.

Another innovate product from Buggies I got for review is their warmers. They are unisex, and come in a range of colors. Aside from being functional, they’re also fashionable. They can cover your child’s legs or arms while they’re out, protecting them from bugs, as well as from the sun with its UPF 30 protection. They’re perfect for throwing on with shorts or a skirt, and they make it easier to keep your child protected on the go.

I love taking my daughter outside in the summer, but sometimes it seems like such a hassle to put sunscreen and bug spray on a squirmy little toddler. That’s why I totally loved these products. They’re soft and comfortable, and you would never notice that they were different from normal t-shirts. But they do double duty, protecting your child from bugs and the sun rays. My daughter also loved how they made it easier to have fun outside. She especially liked the leg warmers, because she could wear them with her skirts to keep the bugs off her legs.

These products are some of the smartest products on the market today. The clothes are cute just like other children’s clothes, but they offer the best sun and bug protection. The Buggies products will make the summer more fun for you and children.

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