Natural skin care for babies and moms

“I am a stay at home mom of 4 great kids ages 13,4,3 and an almost 2 year old. My products were made for use on my own kids, and about 9 months ago I decided to take a leap of faith and market them. Yabocream started it all, my oldest son had some medical issue’s that would leave him with horrible diaper rashes that would never clear up. After being extremely frustrated I decided to take things into my own hands and I developed Yabocream. As for the name that also came from my oldest son!!! I have yet to find a diaper rash it couldn’t heal up in record time, and everyone I hear from says that it smells great and they love how easy it goes on. The biggest thing is that it is preservative free, everything that is in it is pure healing goodness. There is no water and nothing that does not serve a purpose. All my products are made with organic and natural ingredients whenever possible. They smell great, are great for sensitive skin most of all are good for your babies sensitive skin. Mom’s and mom’s to be you will love our Babybath sprinkle as well as our Chocolate Vanilla Belly Butter. There is something for everyone!”-Kristin creator of Babybumz.

Kristin sent me the Yabocream and bumzolution. The Yabocream is a diaper rash cream and bumzolution is a cleaning solution that can be used on toilet paper, to make your own wipes, etc.. and they both conveniently arrived when my son had just broken out in a bad rash due to him lets put it politely…being very stomach sick. She couldn’t have timed the package delivery any better. So I put them to the test and was pleasantly surprised to find that the Yabocream really does work to clear up diaper rash fast! And Instead of using baby wipes with alcohol, using bumzolution helps to soothe and cleanse in a gentle way. Also, a great thing about bumzolution is that you can use it to clean bumps, bruises, and skinned elbows or knee’s, it’s not just for bums! I was so happy that His diaper rash cleared up really fast. It is so nice to have a diaper rash cream, free of all unnecessary ingredients, that actually works, and works very well!

Things that are Brag Worthy:

• It is made by a mom who has tried everything and wanted something better!
• Not to mention this mom had a child with a definite need for a product like this, so it has been put to the ultimate test.
• It really works! I have tried it out.
• It is made with organic and natural ingredients.
• Great for sensitive skin, especially a baby’s sensitive skin.
• She has come up with products for moms as well, like Chocolate Vanilla Belly Butter and Bath, and Oatmeal Lavender Bath Soak.

You can get a 20% off any order! Just type Brag4Yabo in the comments section at checkout and Babybumz will refund you 20%. Head over to www.babybumz.etsy.com and take advantage of this great discount! (expires Sept. 30)

Babybumz gets Bragging Rights!

Babybumz is generously giving away 2 Babybumz gift bags to 2 lucky viewers! 1st gift bag includes: Yabocream, Belly Butter, Bumzolution and 2 Oatmeal Lavender bath teas. 2nd gift bag includes: Yabocream & Bumzolution.

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How to enter: Use the entry form below to submit your qualifying entries. Fill out the form separately for each entry telling me which you qualify for. Simply click the post title to reload the form.

MANDATORY 1st entry-Go to Babybumz and tell me one ingredient found in Yabocream.

1st Mandatory Entry must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do the mandatory entry will be deleted.

• 1 entry- Become a Fan of Babybumz on Facebook.
• 5 entries- Purchase something from Babybumz during this giveaway.
• 1 entry- Tell me which Babybumz product you would like to try for your baby/toddler or yourself.
• 1 entry for each-Follow The Bragging Mommy, via Google Friend Connect, subscribe to Emails, subscribe in a Reader.
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GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until Sept. 4 @10:00 am. The winner will then be chosen by random.org, verified and announced. If winner has provided an email address I will contact them. If you don’t provide your email you will want to check back then and see if you are the winner. The winner will have 48 hours to email me and claim the prize, if prize is not claimed within 48 hours a new winner will be chosen. You must be 18 years or older and live in the US or Canada to enter.

Thanks to Scandinavian Child I was sent the lillebaby EuroTote™ to review. It is such a fabulous product! I have never seen a baby carrier like it. The fact that it is 5 products in 1 is amazing! (see picture) It is a cradle carrier, fits into a convertible car seat, as a bunting bag in a stroller, as a play blanket, and as travel bedding. It has so many uses! And it is so nice because when you use it as a carrier, you can switch out the covers depending on the season. One is a warm fleece cover so your baby stays warm, and one is a mesh cover so your baby stays cool. I also love that you can buy extension straps and wear it across your chest. I really wish I would have had this when bug was a baby. I know it will come in handy when I have my next.

More about the EuroTote™ from the lillebaby website.

“Simplify life with baby on the go! Ideal for traveling with baby, the EuroTote™ does far more than any single function baby carrier or bunting bag on the market. Specially designed to fit the American parent’s lifestyle, the EuroTote marries stylish Scandinavian design with easy-to-use American functionality and safety requirements.

Tote it Anywhere
Whether climbing stairs, boarding a plane, or making your way through a crowded coffee shop, leave your stroller outside and effortlessly bring your baby. From home to car seat to stroller and anywhere in between the EuroTote simplifies life with baby on the go.

Let Sleeping Babies Lie
Transporting your sleeping baby has never been easier. The EuroTote’s sturdy carrying board ensures that your baby doesn’t notice a thing. Carry the EuroTote over your shoulder or across your chest.

Lose the Weight
The EuroTote weighs less than a pound and fits directly into most convertible car seats (Crash test FMVSS 213) and strollers. Simply unbuckle the safety straps through the back of the EuroTote and leave the heavy car seat behind.

Adapt as You Go
The EuroTote converts so you can pack light. Use as cradle carrier, soft stroller bassinet, play blanket, stroller bunting bag, and travel bedding. Even nurse in privacy without moving your baby.” -lillebaby Website

lillebaby is one of the many brands of Scandinavian Child. You can check out all of the Scandinavian Child products and brands at www.scichild.com

Things that are Brag Worthy:

• This is an awesome Product. I wish I would have had it when bug was a baby.
• I love that it can be used with a new baby as a carrier and with a toddler as a stroller cover.
• It has two interchangeable covers included for year round use. You can easily regulate your child’s temperature whatever the climate or season.
• Extension straps are available so you can wear it across your chest.
• Fits directly into most convertible car seats and strollers both as carrier and a bunting bag
• It is machine washable. That is a must for us busy moms!
• Adjusts in length and width so it always surrounds the child completely – providing maximum warmth and protection.
• Water, wind and soil repellant.
• Wide padded adjustable carrying straps make it so you are comfortable carrying your baby.
• The lining is 100% cotton flannel and is so soft and cozy for baby.
• It has 2 way zippers.
• Ergonomic - protects baby’s fragile neck and back.
• Back-friendly for parent or caregiver.
• Allows baby to face you while being carried, which makes baby happy.
• Comes in 5 colors. Red, Black, Green, Cocoa or Latte.

You can get more info and see a list of retailers at www.lillebabyusa.com and www.scichild.com

The EuroTote™ gets Bragging Rights!

Scandinavian Child is generously giving away a EuroTote™ to one lucky viewer! That’s a $125 Value, and you get your choice of color!

How to enter: Use the entry form below to submit your qualifying entries. Fill out the form separately for each entry telling me which you qualify for. Simply click the post title to reload the form.

MANDATORY 1st entry-Go to Scandinavian Child and tell me your favorite item other than the EuroTote.

1st Mandatory Entry must be completed before you can qualify for additional entries. All extra entries who don’t do the mandatory entry will be deleted.

• 3 entries- Become a Fan of Scandinavian Child on Facebook.
• 1 entry for each-Follow The Bragging Mommy, via Google Friend Connect, subscribe to Emails, subscribe in a Reader.
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• 1 entry- Follow A Giveaway Everyday via Google Friend Connect.
• 2 entries- Grab my button (right side-bar) and put it on your blog/site. Leave a link.
• 2 entries- Enter my Thoughts to Remember Giveaway.
• 1 entry per day- Follow Scandinavian Child on Twitter, and tweet about this giveaway. Just copy and paste this:

  Win a EuroTote Baby Carrier from @scanchild http://bit.ly/11GP91 @braggingmommy

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until September 2 @10:00 pm. The winner will then be chosen by random.org, verified and announced. If winner has provided an email address I will contact them. If you don’t provide your email you will want to check back then and see if you are the winner. The winner will have 48 hours to email me and claim the prize, if prize is not claimed within 48 hours a new winner will be chosen. You must be 18 years or older and live in the US or Canada. www.thebraggingmommy.com

kokopax is known for their wonderful framed Carriers. They are stylish and very useful. They are made so you can carry your infants easily and still take care of your other kids, cook, attend school activities and travel freely. kokopax also makes Totes, Sun Hats, and organic accessories.

Take a look at them all at www.kokopax.com

Thanks to Hilary at Abbott Communications I was sent the kokopax Blakely Ring Tote in Garden fabric. It is so fabulous! i love taking it with me to the pool. It is nice and big so it is perfect to fit all of the things I need to take (and that is a lot of items by the way). It is very well made and I can tell it is going to last a long time. It comes with an attachable mini-tote that is the perfect size to hold my cards and cell phone. It has 3 deep pockets, and an additional separate zipper pocket. It also has a key fob and a beverage/bottle compartment. It is really cute and stylish so I love that factor as well.

I completely recommend kokopax Totes!

Things that are Brag Worthy:

• I love my Blakely Ring Tote, it is great!
• My tote has a lot of room to carry all of my necessities.
• Koko Pax makes stylish and very useful framed carriers.
• Their carriers allow you to carry your baby while doing other things.
• They make adorable sun hats for babies.
• They have lots of fun patterns to choose from.

Right now you can get 10% off any purchase! Use the code: tbm10 at checkout. www.kokopax.com

kokopax gets Bragging Rights!

kokopax is generously giving away a Baby Sun Hat in your choice of pattern and size!

How to enter: Use the entry form below to submit your qualifying entries. Fill out the form separately for each entry telling me which you qualify for. Simply click the post title to refresh the page and reload the form.

• 1 entry-Go to kokopax and tell me your favorite item.
• 1 entry- Sign up for the kokopax news and announcements. (bottom of homepage)
• 1 entry for each-Become a follower of The Bragging Mommy, via Google Friend Connect, Subscribe to Emails, Subscribe in a Reader.
• 1 entry- Follow The Bragging Mommy on Twitter.
• 1 entry- Become a Fan of kokopax on Facebook.
• 1 entry- Tell me your favorite outdoor summer activity.

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

You can enter this giveaway until August 26 @10:00 am. The winner will then be chosen by random.org, verified and announced. If winner has provided an email address I will contact them. If you don’t provide your email you will want to check back then and see if you are the winner. The winner will have 48 hours to email me and claim the prize, if prize is not claimed within 48 hours a new winner will be chosen. You must be 18 years or older and live in the US or Canada to enter.

A Good Night…Naturally

About Natural Mat: (following info from Natural Mat Website)

Founded in 2000 by Mark Tremlett and Peter Tindall, Natural Mat began as a supplier of natural mattresses for boats and yachts. One year later, when Mark and his wife were expecting their first child, they realized a void in the category for a high-quality all-natural mattress product. The company then chose to expand its line to encompass the baby market with products that ensure the most natural and nurturing sleep environment for baby.

Natural Mat’s Baby and Child product range comprises everything a parent needs for a child to sleep in a comfortable, safe and healthy environment. In addition to mattresses, the collection includes machine washable, 100% organic cotton bed linen. Natural Mat products are encased in 100% biodegradable and recyclable packaging.

Natural Mat Mattresses

Hand crafted and individually inspected at the company’s factory in Odhams Wharf in Devonshire, England, Natural Mat mattresses offer a 100% natural product with superior qualities including breathability and long-lasting support. Breathability is key to quality sleep for babies as they are highly temperature sensitive. Natural Mat’s well-ventilated mattress allows air to continuously circulate, keeping baby cool, dry and comfortable. Natural Mat offers 3 Mattress Styles:

Coco Mat- Natural Mat’s most breathable and organic mattress. The Coco Mat is filled with coir from the only certified organic coir plantation in the world. Coir is made from coconut fibers, which are coated in natural latex to make a supportive and breathable fibrous layer. The coir is wrapped in the company’s unique lambswool which is bathed in a mixture made from the extracts of lavender, lemon and eucalyptus making it completely anti dust-mite as well as maintaining the excellent thermal insulating properties of wool. The mattress is covered in an unbleached cotton herringbone cover, which is removable and machine washable.

Latex Mat- Natural Mat’s most hypo-allergenic mattress, Latex Mat features completely natural latex tapped straight from the rubber tree. The latex forms a springy core and is sandwiched between layers of organic coir for extra support. This is then wrapped in the company’s unique lambswool which is bathed in a mixture made from extracts of lavender, lemon and eucalyptus making it completely anti dust-mite as well as maintaining the excellent thermal insulating properties of wool. The mattress is covered in an unbleached cotton herringbone cover, which is removable and machine washable. Latex Mat is offered in both a crib mattress and twin mattress sizing.

Mohair Mat- Mohair Mat is Natural Mat’s most luxurious baby mattress and offers a firmer, more supportive base. Horsetail hair (the longest and most durable natural fiber in the world) forms the core of the Mohair Mat and is sandwiched between two layers of organic coir for extra support. Silky mohair fleece wraps around the outside acting as a luxurious thermal insulator. The mattress is covered in an unbleached cotton herringbone cover, which is removable and machine washable.

100% Organic Cotton Bed Linen- A range of handmade, pure organic sheets and mattress protectors to complement Natural Mat’s mattress collection.

Sheets are made from luxurious soft flannelette and crisp cotton percale. They are machine washable and will provide years of service.

The organic breathable waterproof mattress protector will provide the best level of comfort for baby and the best protection for a Natural Mat mattress. This revolutionary product is made with two layers of soft organic flannelette and sandwiched in the middle is a thin polyurethane membrane which is child friendly and breathable. Natural Mat’s waterproof mattress protectors come with elastic bands on each corner so they can be attached easily and securely to the mattress. The mattress protectors are machine washable.

A crisp organic cotton percale for the summer and soft flannelette for the winter are suggested for use on top of the protector. Both are unbleached and undyed and machine washable and dryable.

You can join the Natural Mat group on Facebook here.

Things that are Brag Worthy:

• All Natural Mat Products are 100% organic. No glues or bonding agents and you will not find any chemicals or synthetic materials in your mat.
• I was sent a Natural Mat Crisp Organic Percale Fitted Crib Sheet to review. I can tell that it is a quality sheet that will last for years.
• Their Mattresses are well ventilated so that air can continuously circulate. Keeping your baby cool, dry, and comfortable.
• Natural Mat products are encased in 100% biodegradable and recyclable packaging.

You can read more about Natural Mat at www.NaturalMatUsa.com and you can purchase Natural Mat products at www.goores.com/naturalmat

Natural Mat gets Bragging Rights!

I am so very excited to Share this review with you.

The Baby Dipper Bowl is designed so that you can easily feed your baby with only one hand. Also, it is made so that toddler’s who are learning to self feed can learn easier without all the mess. I have to admit when I saw on the baby dipper website that it said “Toddler’s learn to self feed while staying neat and clean”. I was thinking “Yeah, like that could ever happen!” Then my Baby Dipper arrived in the mail (Thanks Barbara) and I decided to put it to the test. I filled it full of yogurt, all the way to the top. And then I set it in front of my little 20 month old bug. Doing that is something I would normally have a panic attack just thinking about mind you. And what happened next will remain a miracle forever in my mind. He ate it all, and NOT ONE DROP anywhere on him or his highchair! I could not believe it! This bowl has completely changed eating time at my house. I am a very busy mom and now little bug can self feed any type of food. Even soup, yes you read that right, soup! It saves me so much time as well as the clean up that would have been necessary if he was using the plain old regular bowls. I don’t even use any other bowls or spoons anymore. I 100% recommend that everyone with a Baby or Toddler have at least one of these bowls, if not a few. You will love it!

How The Baby Dipper got it’s start:

“Hello! I’m Barbara Schantz, mom of four-year-old twin girls, Greta and Cora, and also the mother of twin baby boys, Franklin and Carlton. As a stay-at-home mom of twin babies, I faced the daunting task of feeding them. Frustrated with the bowls I had already purchased, I investigated and bought other bowls, but still remained disappointed. The vision for the Baby Dipper^® bowl came to me when Cora and Greta were about 6 months old, not long after they started eating baby cereal and other pureed foods. I needed a bowl that required only one hand to successfully feed a baby, but why wasn’t there one on the market that satisfied this need?

I was thinking that to accomplish one-handed feeding, the bowl should not slide around on the table and it should aid in the collection of the baby food. A non-slip bottom surface would keep it from sliding. A sloped interior surface and a spoon-shaped collection point would help gather the food down to the last bite. Also, adding to those features, vertical sides would help push food onto the spoon and transparent sides would allow the food to be seen easily by both the parent and the child. The bowl I designed has proven to make feeding much easier for parents and even for toddlers trying to spoon-feed themselves. The Baby Dipper bowl is truly unique in the marketplace and hopefully will help parents everywhere.” Barbara creator of The Baby Dipper

Things that are Brag Worthy:

• This bowl is fabulous! I cannot say it enough, it is a Must Have!!!
• It really works!
• Easy one handed feeding.
• Toddlers can self feed without all the mess.
• It is only $9.99!
• The bowl has a corner and is sloped, so food is easy to pick up and you get every last drop.
• Transparent sides so both you and baby can see the food.
• Non-slip base prevents the bowl from moving around.
• Phthalate-free and lead-free
• The spoon is designed just right for awkward chubby toddler hands to hold easily without spilling.
• I love this Bowl and Spoon! It has made my life easier!

Right now you can get a 10% off your order! Just use the code: BRAGGING at checkout. Go to www.BabyDipper.com and buy one today!

The Baby Dipper gets Bragging Rights!

Barbara is generously giving away The Baby Dipper Bowl and Spoon Set to one lucky viewer!

How to enter: Use the entry form below to submit your qualifying entries. Fill out the form separately for each entry telling me which you qualify for. Simply click the post title to refresh the page to reload the form.

• 1 entry-Go to The Baby Dipper and tell me one thing you learned from the FAQs page.
• 1 entry- Subscribe to The Baby Dipper’s Newsletter. (Left side-bar on their site)
• 5 entries-Make a Purchase from The Baby Dipper.
• 1 entry- Become a fan of The Baby Dipper on Facebook.
• 1 entry- Add The Bragging Mommy to your Technorati Faves (right side-bar).
• 1 entry for each-Follow The Bragging Mommy, via Google friend connect, subscribe to emails, subscribe in a reader.
• 1 entry per day- Follow The Baby Dipper and The Bragging Mommy on Twitter, and tweet about this giveaway. Just copy and paste this:

  Win a Baby Dipper Bowl and Spoon set! http://bit.ly/kg09d @braggingmommy

• GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

  You can enter this giveaway until August 22 @10:00 am. The winner will then be chosen by random.org, verified and announced. If winner has provided an email address I will contact them. If you don’t provide your email you will want to check back then and see if you are the winner. The winner will have 48 hours to email me and claim the prize, if prize is not claimed within 48 hours a new winner will be chosen. You must be 18 years or older and live in the US or Canada to enter.