Baby & Tots

West Nile is extreme here in North Texas, spraying for the virus began months ago and positive tests has already come back. We try to always protect ourselves when out in the yard or anywhere they might be excessive. We also take preventative measures like no standing water or damp areas in the yard. Plus, we use a mosquito spray to help repel the bugs. However, the sprays in the stores are full of chemicals and not recommended for children to use. So I use it sparingly and also buy the family friendly versions but some do not protect against West Nile. So when I came across this home made all natural spray repellent, I knew it would be great and perfect for the kids.

To make this repellent yourself check out Surviving The Stores.

I had requested on my Baby Swags Celebrity Gifting Facebook page that our “Likers” share one of their most favorite products they carry or make.  Jennifer, owner of Babee Talk shared her eco-friendly, organic baby product and I instantly fell in love with it too!  I am out of the baby stage {kid wise} but I swear, if I had a baby, I would be out buying her adorable little guys and anything else she comes up with!  I mean, seriously take a look…wouldn’t you buy them up too?

Going green is easy at Babee Talk.  They know the importance of child safety, health and happiness.  That is why Babee Talk designed Eco-Buds Take-Along Pals for your child.  There is nothing like being surrounded by plush toys that are not only snuggly, but also organic!  Their eco-friendly design makes these toys a must for your child.  With no harmful chemicals in our products, parents can be comforted with the satisfaction that their child is very happy with his or her Eco-Buds Take-Along Pals without sacrificing safety.

Babee Talk has an assortment of organic toys that combines the safety of organic materials with the beauty of modern, eco-friendly design.   Their delightful collection of toys was designed to hang from our innovative, organic crib bedding  (currently in production due to be available summer 2013).  Eco-Buds™ can also attach to strollers, carriers, high chairs and more!  Babee Talk products are better for your child in every way.  These adorable, plush toys are the perfect size for little hands and are a great take-along companion for your child to snuggle, play with and creatively stimulate your child’s imagination.   Babee Talk products are designed by a mom who knows how important it is to buy organic, safe and healthy products for your child.  Eco-Buds Take-Along Pals are available now, so check them out on www.babeetalk.com.

In honor of Mother’s Day, The Honest Company is treating a deserving mom-to-be in the Windy City to a “Honestly Ultimate Baby Shower” hosted by co-founder and actress Jessica Alba this May!  Through The Honest Company’s Facebook application, starting now through the end of the month, Chicagoans can submit their deserving moms-to-be for the chance to win a baby shower she will never forget!  Could it be you?  Will it be you?  You need to hurry because time is running out fellow Chicagoans!  {If you win we want to be invited}!

Here are some more fab dets:  Friends and family can nominate “deserving moms-to-be” for the baby shower via photo/word essay or video entry through a contest application located on Honest’s Facebook page. The definition of “deserving moms-to-be” and the criteria to be judged on is: someone who is working hard to create a safe and healthy environment for her family while dedicating herself to the service of others and charitable work, education, or overcoming adversity. This qualification is parallel to the mission of  The Honest Company whose goal is create a more sustainable planet starting with non-toxic and eco-friendly essentials for every member of the family.

The four winners, chosen by The Honest Company in April, will receive a baby shower for their closest friends and family hosted by Jessica Alba {{{{AAAHHH can you say FUN!!}}}}.  From fun activities to generous gifts from The Honest Company and collaborating family companies, the moms-to-be will be fully prepared to take on this exciting motherhood adventure.

Your dream shower is hosted by Jessica Alba, co-founder of The Honest Company in collaboration with: Land of Nod, Tea Collection, Orbit, Naturepedic, Cloud B, HATCH Collection, Stonyfield, Beco! {AWESOME}

Again, you better hurry because you only have a few days!!  Good luck to you!!

I am super excited to announce that Boon Inc., contacted me to ask me if I would be interested in sharing their new line of Sippy Cups and a giveaway for $100 worth of products. Of course I said yes.  What an amazing opportunity!

Their new Modster sippy cup, available only at Target, is scary cute. But, the only thing to be afraid of is missing the opportunity to win $100 from Boon products.

Have you seen these A.DOR.ABLE Doodle Pants?  These are the most cutest {warm} leggings for both little ladies and little men. Doodle Pants come in an array of fun funky prints and colors for the little tot with a lot of spunk.

Are your little ones worried about the Grinch coming to your house and stealing your Christmas??? Make this Grinch dust and help keep him at bay!

I made this super cute Grinch dust for my son to hand out at his Kindergarten Christmas party.

What you will need –

Sugar – (Regular sugar, not powdered)

Green food coloring

Green glitter

bag or baggie

How to make -

Pour sugar into a large bowl. Start with small amount unless you know you will need a very large amount.

Drop about 6 to 8 drops of green food coloring into sugar. Spread and mix completely.

Add more drops if needed.

Add glitter and mix well.

Pour into bags or baggies.

I created this topper to place onto each bag myself.

On the back of each topper it says:

“Don’t let the Grinch Steal your Christmas. You must be on your guard. Before retiring on Christmas Eve, sprinkle this dust out on your yard. The Grinch will see your magic dust and know you’ve taken great care, to protect your home and family and keep Christmas joy in the air.”