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Use and Re-use

Kids love snacks, am I right?!

My two year old asks for a snack about 37 times a day.

 

It is super vital, in our home, to have prepared snacks, ready to grab, at all times.

That’s why I’m loving WeeSprout and the re-usable food pouches they make. Keep reading to hear all about them and other products they offer.

 

 

WeeSprout is a family owned company that was created to keep our kids and planet healthy.

Using these reusable pouches means you’re using less waste – keeping the environment a little more clean. The WeeSprout products and packaging are made from recyclable materials; they truly use ‘green’ in every aspect of their business.

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SILICONE DIVIDED TODDLER PLATES

The WeeSprout divided plates are the perfect addition to our home. I love using these plates for our two year old.

BPA, PVC, lead, and phthalate free. These are all materials we don’t want in the products we’re using; especially when eating off them.

Made of 100% food grade silicone, these FDA/LFGB certified plates are perfectly safe for children.

These plates come in a variety of bright, fun colors; all available in packs of three. I love bright colors, and our house is full of them, so these plates are the perfect addition to our kitchen!

The plates are so easy to clean, and can even go into the dishwasher. Not only that, but the plates are perfectly safe to in the microwave too!

I love that the plates nest together. Storage space is minimal because of how well they sit together; which is very important in our little house. Because of how well they stack they can stay super organized – this mama loves that feature!

“NATURE’S LITTLE SQUEEZE” REUSABLE FOOD POUCHES

Preparing healthy food just got a lot easier with these reusable food pouches. These pouches are not only reducing waste because of the reusable factor, but they are saving you money and giving you the option to give your child exactly what you want them to eat. We all want our kids to eat healthy, right? So these pouches truly allow you to be creative and fill them up with true, raw, natural ingredients.

WeeSprout makes it easy to fill the pouches with applesauce, smoothies, yogurt, baby food, fruit and/or veggie purees. Filling and cleaning the pouches is easy because of the extra wide zipper opening. I would recommend using a funnel to fill the pouches. I have found that it’s much easier and less messy doing it this way.

The bottom of the pouch has two zippers that close easily and are super strong. We haven’t had any leaking problems with these pouches. The duel zippers really do keep leaks at bay. We all know that this is a huge positive when giving kids food. Last thing we want is to find some fruit puree on the floor or in the car seat.

The rounded corners on the top of the pouches means there is no corners for food to get trapped in. When cleaning, water flows easily through the zipper opening and down out the spout – easy peezy! It is recommended that before putting the pouches on the top rack of the dishwasher you rinse them.

My favorite aspect of the pouches is that I can freeze them. This makes my life so much easier; it saves me a ton of time too! When filling my pouches I make a large batch of whatever I’m filling it with, and then freeze the extra pouches. Seriously such a lifesaver.

When thawing a pouch I recommend using the same method you would when warming up a baby bottle. Fill a bowl, cup, or container with hot water and place the pouch in the water until thawed. Warm the water in the microwave if needed. You can also hold the pouch under warm water until thawed to your desire.

These food pouches are perfect for children of all ages. There are three sizes of pouches offered: 3.4oz, 5oz, and 7oz. We have the 3.4oz. and 5oz. pouches and they are great for our two year old; I think the 7oz. would be too much for him.

 

The WeeSprout products are the perfect addition to your home. These reusable, eco-friendly products are easy to clean and make being in the kitchen with children more tolerable. The fun colors will bring your home brightness and the products are easy to stack and store.

Gina’s Soft Cloth Shop Giveaway

Finding a cloth alternative to your everyday paper products will not only save you money it will cut your carbon foot print. As far as cleaning up messes, paperless towels are far superior to paper. I am able to clean the biggest of messes with one towel. Paperless Towels wont fall apart like paper towels do, these high quality towels will last you a long time. Simply wash and reuse! Read my full review here.

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Gina’s Soft Cloth Shop

Finding a cloth alternative to your everyday paper products will not only save you money it will cut your carbon foot print.  Gina’s Soft Cloth Shop has a amazing selection high quality cloth products that are proudly made one at a time in the USA.

 Paperless Towels

Here’s some horrifying paper towel facts. 13 billion pounds of paper towels are used each year. That’s over 45 pounds of paper towels per person, per year. Paper towels are not recyclable since they don’t contain much fiber, making them purely waste. This waste adds up to 254 million tons of trash globally each year. These numbers alone should make you want to ditch paper towels and go paperless!

 

When I decided to make the switch to reusable products, paper towels and napkins were the first items I replaced. We use Gina’s Soft Cloth Shop Paperless Towels for everything, drying hands, mopping us spills and cleaning up my messy 19 month old after meals. As far as cleaning up messes, paperless towels are far superior to paper. I am able to clean the biggest of messes with one towel. Paperless Towels wont fall apart like paper towels do, these high quality towels will last you a long time. Simply wash and reuse!

Gina’s Soft Cloth Shop Paperless Towels are offered in Organic Cotton, Organic Cotton Birdseye, Unbleached Birdseye Cotton and White Cotton Birdseye. These Paperless Towels have a beautiful surged edging offered in a wide range of colors. You can easily coordinate with your kitchen colors or enjoy a rainbow assortment of colors. No longer will you have the eyesore of a roll of paper towels sitting on your counter.

Little Wipes

Little Wipes make a perfect eco-friendly alternative to baby wipes.  Baby wipes wreak environmental havoc since most contain plastic fibers that are not biodegradable. There is always the misconception that baby wipes are flushable. I would not recommend flushing any kind of baby wipe and risk clogging not only your toilet but the city’s sewer system. Baby wipes also contain so many preservatives and fragrances that I don’t feel comfortable touching my daughters sensitive skin. As a cloth diapering mama, it only makes sense to use cloth wipes.

Gina’s Soft Cloth Shop’s Little Wipes have so many uses. These wipes are extremely absorbent making them great wash cloths. Little Wipes also make great tissues, helping keep little noses from getting irritated from constant wiping. Little wipes are 8″x 8″ and are offered in Organic Cotton Bamboo Velour, White Birdseye Cotton, Organic Cotton and flannel.

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Caring for your Cloth items

Caring for your Paperless Towels and Little Wipes is simple. I wash my towels and wipes in cold/ warm water. I also avoid fabric softeners and dryer sheet to keep the fabric absorbent. Gina’s Soft Cloth Shop also suggests occasionally adding 1/4 cup of white vinegar to your rinse cycle to prevent detergent build up and keep your towels soft.  My Little Wipes that I use as baby wipes get thrown in the wash along with my diaper laundry. Air dry your towels in the sun for it antibacterial and stain removing benefits or dry in your dryer.

From The Earth Baby Review

From The Earth Baby Review

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About From The Earth Baby

From The Earth Baby is my favorite on-line retailer that specializes in organic baby apparel, gear, and eco-friendly baby products. They make sure to only carry brands which have the highest levels of quality and standards.

Babies should be nurtured with natural products that are nurturing to nature

“Organic baby clothing and apparel, eco-friendly diapers and green, sustainable toys are all baby products that are ultimately not just organic but high quality. These are baby products that have no choice but to be the safest because they are created keeping the environment in mind, which means no harmful substances or chemicals, no rough materials, and nothing toxic is used for their manufacture.”From The Earth Baby

Being a fellow Christian, owner and founder Cassandra knew that her business was more than a source of income, instead it is her ministry. “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord” – Col 3:23 She strives to have the most humble brand a parent can choose to buy from. “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.” – James 4:10 With many online retailers selling baby products, I really feel that From The Earth Baby stands out. Their ethics, honesty, loving kindness and sincerity take them to a level of respect I can really support.

From The Earth Baby takes 3% of their monthly sales and donates it to a missionary family that they know. Click here to read more about From The Earth Baby’s global missions.

Use the code FOX15! for 15% off a purchase

What Do They Sell?

  • Apparel (Onesies, hats, headbands…)
  • Bath Time (Bath wash, shampoo, towels…)
  • Bed Time (Bedding, swaddles…)
  • Decor (Book ends, growth sticks, pillows…)
  • Diapering (Eco-friendly diapers, accessories…)
  • Feeding (Bibs, cups, bottles, snack cups…)
  • Gear & More (Baby carriers, lunch bags, nursing pillows…)
  • Gifts (Birthdays, sets…)
  • Outside Fun (Hats, swim…)
  • Playtime (Blocks, car, puzzles, games…)

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Mama’s Experience

From the moment I was in contact with From The Earth Baby I knew there was something special about them. Kindness, easy-to-talk-to, fun, joyful…these are some of the thoughts that come to mind when thinking about my experience with From The Earth Baby. Online retailers have become a dime a dozen. They are everywhere. What makes From The Earth Baby so different and why they stand out are: their ethics, their choice of selection (organic and eco-friendly companies) and their global mission. Being a Christian myself, I love supporting another Christian companies.  Knowing that they donate on a monthly bases makes me know that not only am I helping another Christian business, but a Christian family in the mission field as well. “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” Acts 20:35

When browsing their full selection of products I was instantly impressed with the huge selection of beautiful products. I did not see one product that I would not consider buying. Oftentimes I have wanted to look for an eco-friendly product but not known where to look. I am so excited that I now have a go-to place to search for products. Being a blogger, I am the person who always gets asked the kind of questions like “What is the best organic this” or “where can I buy an eco-friendly that”. I can now confidently send my friends, family and readers to the one place I want to support: FromTheEarthBaby.com

Among the plethora of awesome products that From The Earth Baby carries, one of them is the LILLEbaby Airflow Baby Carrier.

LILLEbaby Airflow Complete Carrier

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LILLEbaby makes several versions of the soft-structured carriers. The one I will be discussing here is their new, Airflow Complete.

What makes this carrier special is the breathable 3D material, which allows for airflow between baby and the carrier. In the hot summers and during extended wearing periods, you and your baby can get stuffy. By using a carrier like the Airflow Complete you give yourself the ability to feel the gentle breeze flow between the mesh-like material, cooling you down. This allows for maximum airflow and increased comfort.

I love to front wear my children up to age 1.5. Then, at 1.5 years of age, I like to wear them on my back. While both children and I still do front carries for those extra cuddly days, I like to be able to use my arms and have a more broad range of motion, therefore the back carry is best for us. This carrier allows for an easy to wear back carry. I use the ‘superman toss’ to get my child on my back.

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More about LILLEbaby’s Airflow Carrier:

1. SIX ERGONOMIC CARRYING POSITIONS – Includes every carrying position without the need for an infant insert: Front-fetal, Front-infant, Front-outward, Front-toddler, Hip and Back carry. The COMPLETE grows with your child through all the baby wearing years from 7lbs to 45 lbs. The patented cupped seat adjusts to keep baby ergonomically seated in all six carry positions through every development stage.

2. LUMBAR SUPPORT – Increases comfort, maintains healthy posture and alignment, and prevents lower back strain. Combined with an extra sturdy waist belt to maximize parent’s comfort.

3. TWO WAY-STRAPS NEW! – Enables wearer to carry “backpack style” or with straps crossed on the back. Dual adjustment buckles simplify breastfeeding and adjusting straps on the go.

4. SLEEPING HOOD – Features dual adjustment points to provide tailored support for baby’s head while sleeping, sun protection while exploring, and privacy while nursing. Removable.

5. EXTRA TALL, EXTENDABLE TORSO – So comfortable your baby will fall asleep. Provides extra neck and back support and keeps taller babies secure in the carrier. The adjustable width gently cradles baby’s head. Elastic straps provide support while allowing for movement and easy adjustment.

6. POCKETS NEW! – Large zippered storage pocket, plus easy-reach pocket for storing
hood and essentials.

7. WIDE, PADDED SHOULDER STRAPS & WAIST BELT – Evenly distribute baby’s weight
for maximized comfort.

To purchase a LILLEbaby Airflow click here

Don’t forget to use the code FOX15! for 15% off a purchase.