February 7th, 2010 by Neptunebaby

My absolutely favorite mom on Etsy is Jen at Winkydinks. She is the sweetest person to deal with and sells an extremely awesome, quality product for an affordable price. I’m not just saying that either. I’ve actually tested it out. When I first started looking for fleece longies and diaper covers months ago, I bought something from Winkydinks and something from another vendor on Etsy because I wasn’t sure what I wanted or liked. The pair of longies and matching diaper cover I received from the other vendor was nice, but it was twice the price and the size wasn’t correct – not to mention there was no conversation, no thank you for your purchase email. Nothing. I don’t even think my daughter has worn those longies more than once and never worn the diaper cover. I continue to purchase my items from Jen at Winkydinks because I feel like a valued customer and I get awesome longies, diaper covers, and hats for my kids! Here is the purchase I made today..

How cute is this diaper cover? I love it!

Pair of longies. She had actually made two pair for me a while back so that I could decide which I wanted – one with the pattern on the band (the one pictured) and one with the pattern as the pants and the waist band solid (that is the one I purchased at the time). How cool is that? So now I’m picking up the other pair!

A lavender fleece beanie with removable hair clips for my 3 year old daughter:

A fleece beanie for my 11 month old daughter – this is the stock picture:

But she is doing a custom beanie for me.

The “fuschia” swatch in the first picture will be the color of the trim and the body of the hat will be from the pattern in the 2nd picture:

I’m also having her make a custom pair of longies. Here is the swatch of the pattern for the waist band. The pants will be a matching chocolate brown and she is going to do an applique of one of the daisies for me at the bottom of the right pant leg. She did that on another pair a while back and I love them! So cute and unique.

If you’re a cloth diapering mom or just love soft, fleece or wool items, or if you’re looking for a great gift for someone, I encourage you to check out Winkydinks. I will never shop anywhere else for my fleece and wool items! Thanks, Jen, for providing such an amazing product and such extraordinary customer service!

February 5th, 2010 by Neptunebaby

I just watched a very strange, yet surprisingly funny commercial for a vacation rental web site. Whether you like silly commercials or not, I have to say that I was really happy to hear what they had to say about vacation accomodations! The vacation rental commercial touches on a few points, but the main point is how you can save money and avoid being stuck in a cramped hotel room while trying to enjoy your time away. I will definitely be visiting Vacation Rental.org this summer when it’s time for my family to take a vacation. I think it’s a great idea for everyone to check this out – otherwise I wouldn’t be blogging about it!

For your convenience, I’m posting this convenient You Tube clip of the commercial that I just watched. Meet Unitard!

January 29th, 2010 by Neptunebaby

Do you want to read about a fascinating new baby product? Check out my guest blog post/review on Five Dollar Shake! It’s a review on the most fabulous 5-in-1 water resistant baby blanket ever created. You won’t want to miss this! Grab the coupon code for awesome savings while you’re there!

Say hello to my daughter, Elizabeth, the lovely model for this fabulous water resistant blanket/car seat cover/nursing cover/stroller and baby carrier blanket!

January 26th, 2010 by Neptunebaby

There have been several great bargains the past few days and I apologize for not being able to post them. I have been so overwhelmed by the beginning of this new semester. I’m going to do my best to keep up with school, a new job starting on Monday, my children, and posting here as often as possible.

Today’s Green Baby Bargain is a fabulous one: Kate Quinn Organics – Sizes 18-24M – 5T at 50% to 76% off retail prices!

The “Green” Factor:
Kate Quinn Organics prides themselves on their commitment to fair trade and the earth. They use only certified organic cotton, grown using sustainable farming practices that maintain and replenish soil fertility without the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers. Their garments are made of ultra soft, all-natural, organically produced cotton certified by Control Union Certifications (formerly SKAL), a USDA Accredited Certifying Agent. Their garments have also been certified Fair Trade. Every little garment supports their vision and hope of a cleaner, kinder earth.

January 22nd, 2010 by Neptunebaby

I’m so excited to pass on this bargain today! Umi shoes are some of the cutest shoes I have seen and at such a fabulous price – 55% off the retail price. Many styles and sizes to choose from!

The best part about Umi Shoes is that Umi prides themselves, in “looking out for the next generation”. Umi makes shoes that are healthy for kids and healthy for the planet. From first step to last, they’re committed to quality and safety. They use only non-toxic materials that are built to last. Their drum-dyed leathers are tested for colorfastness and wear-resistance. And their commitment doesn’t end there. They package their shoes in recycled materials and use environmentally sound practices to manage their waste. At Umi, making a safe, healthy, earth-friendly product is not trendy. It’s just who they are. Umi shoes was acknowledged in Consumer Reports “Best Baby Products” as one of their top recommendations for a first shoe. Umi was recognized for their shoes’ flexibility and traction – two key attributes to look for when shopping for little ones. Umi shoes are designed to fit children properly, with shoes for every stage of development.

January 20th, 2010 by Neptunebaby

Today’s bargain is a fabulous one! 56% off retail price! Green Baby Bargains is featuring The Woombie Baby Bag today for only $16.99 (regularly 35.00). Hurry and grab yours before they’re gone! This price won’t last forever.

The Woombie Baby Bag is a solid beige/natural color wearable blanket. .A wearable blanket is for babies who have out-grown their Woombie swaddlers, and are ready for free arms yet continued safety prevention from potential blanket suffocation.

The Baby Sleep bag will fit babies over 6 mos and 20 pounds, up to 30 pounds, providing comfort, safety and warmth. *Not for Newborns*

This product is made of 70% BAMBOO and 30% Organic Cotton, and is manufactured in a GREEN Eco-Friendly fashion! It is so super soft and cuddly at 30 inches long. 2 way reversible zipper. Doubles as a snowsuit for cold weather when worn under a coat to keep babys bottom half warm!

The Woombie Baby Bag Benefits
-Will not unravel and end up on baby’s face.
-Keeps baby warm all night
-Organic Bamboo/ Super Soft!
-Easy to use IN/OUT

The “Green” Factor:
-Made of 70% BAMBOO and 30% Organic Cotton

January 19th, 2010 by Neptunebaby

I am a huge advocate of making homemade baby food. My favorite website for recipes is Wholesome Baby Food. They have the best recipes, information about the food you feed your baby, nutrition facts, food allergy information, and more. If you are interested in making your own baby food and knowing exactly what is going into your baby’s mouth, this is the place to go for information, recipes, and answers!

You can also find them on Twitter and facebook. Get in on the action and take charge of your baby’s food!

January 19th, 2010 by Neptunebaby

Today’s bargain of the day:

Green Baby Bargains has two great deals going on today! I love this store! I’ve purchased many things and saved a lot of money shopping here!! and it feels great to know I’m shopping “green” too.

First off are Bambino Land’s new organic muslin crib sheets – available for $14.50 (orig. $34)! Finely woven from 100% certified organic cotton, providing gentle comfort in the crib. Fits a standard crib mattress.

And, up next are Bambino Land’s popular organic muslin blankets fo $12.50 (orig. $17). Available today in 1-packs only!

• Dual layer muslin, finely woven, yet durable.
• Creates a waffle effect when washed.
• Gets softer with each washing.

January 17th, 2010 by Neptunebaby

Congratulations to the Miller family! They have recently welcomed a new baby into their household – Ezra Josiah Miller. He sure is a cute little bundle! To help them celebrate, Nurtured Family is offering a store-wide 10% off coupon good Sunday, Jan. 17th – Sunday, Jan. 24th. Use coupon code: EZRA10 when you visit Nurtured Family to redeem your savings on nursing bras, cloth diapers, baby carriers and more!

December 22nd, 2009 by Neptunebaby

Hello, mamas! I just got a $7.00 formula check in the mail for Enfagrow. Since I breastfeed and don’t use formula, I thought I would give it away to a mama who can use it! It’s good for any Enfagrow products including Premium and Gentlease. Just leave me a comment and I’ll draw a winner on January 1st. I’m an advocate for breastfeeding, but I also know that many mama’s formula feed and I can’t stand the thought of $7.00 going in the trash when there are probably many mama’s out there that would want it. The coupon is good until the end of February 2010!