Category: Kids
Blessed Nest Nesting Pillow Review
| May 22, 2013 | Posted by eryn under Kids, Natural Living, Organic, Product Reviews |
The first nursing pillow I ever used was a Boppy, but I hardly ever used it for breastfeeding. I tried using it when my son was a newborn, but I had trouble getting him into the right position for nursing without making myself uncomfortable. Instead, I used it for tummy time and as a support…
Choosing Eco-Friendly All-in-One Diapers
| May 2, 2013 | Posted by eryn under Kids, Natural Living, Organic |
When we first started using cloth diapers, all-in-one diapers were definitely my favorite. Because they have a waterproof cover and an absorbent interior, they are the easiest cloth diapers to use. That also makes them a popular choice for people who aren’t familiar with cloth diapers or are intimidated by them. The main downsides of…
Haba Color Buttons Pegging Game Review
| April 21, 2013 | Posted by eryn under Kids, Natural Living, Product Reviews |
One of the many benefits of my job is that I get to try out new eco-friendly toys with our kids. As such, I was delighted to recently receive Haba’s Color Buttons Pegging Game, one of the German toy manufacturer’s new products for the spring of 2013. I was particularly excited about this opportunity because…
Earth Day Activities for Families
| April 11, 2013 | Posted by eryn under Kids, Natural Living |
Earth Day is just around the corner, so I’m starting to think about what we’ll do to celebrate this year. Our little guy loves doing things in our yard, particularly anything that has to do with dirt, so I’ve thought about planting something. It’s still a little early in the season to plant our vegetable…
Up to 52% Off on KicKee Pants Infant and Toddler Dresses
| April 6, 2013 | Posted by eryn under Frugal Living, Kids, Natural Living |
Amazon.com has several dresses from KicKee Pants on sale right now, saving you as much as 52% off the retail price. These dresses are made from sustainable bamboo viscose, which is incredibly soft and helps keep baby dry thanks to its wicking properties. They maintain their shape and vibrant colors even after multiple washes and…
Choosing Eco-Friendly Pocket Diapers
| April 4, 2013 | Posted by eryn under Kids, Natural Living, Organic |
When it comes to fabrics, I’m a big believer in keeping things as natural as possible, particularly when it comes to cloth diapers. My personal favorite fabric for cloth diapers is organic cotton. I just feel better knowing that natural fabrics are next to my son’s skin, especially because his skin is so sensitive. A…
No Sippy Cups at Our House
| April 3, 2013 | Posted by eryn under Kids, Natural Living, Product Reviews |
As part of our resolution to give our son an upbringing inspired by Maria Montessori, we started giving him a glass to drink from from when he was about 1 year old. A shot glass proved to be the perfect size for his little hands and allowed him to improve his fine motor skills. But…
