Baby Gear

Trying to find organic clothing for my twins was impossible five years ago, but now, they are everywhere. If you are a loyal reader of this blog you know that I love organic, mom owned companies and ones that give back. Eco ike fits the bill on all of those categories.

Eco ike was started by Faith Moser in 2007 after the birth of her first child. If you are like me you want something for your little ones that is pure and natural and healthy of the environment. They have an amazing like line of 100% organic cotton onesies and lap tees. The love, hope and joy line is so adorable and these tees are made of ultra-soft 100% organic cotton and hand-screen printed with water based inks! How cute is this Bee Green tee?

The shirts are super soft and are available from 6 months to 3T. Are you looking for something for yourself? Then you need to check out their totes, which are perfect for carrying library books to toting groceries. Eco ike also packages your products in an adorable 100% recycled kraft paper boxes, and are wrapped with 100% biodegradable ribbon.
Spend some time on their site, because this great company is natural, sweatshop-free and 100% fair trade. they also give 5% of the proceeds to environmental non-profit organizations!
Go….fill up your cart, shipping is now only a flat fee of $5 and they now offer free shipping for all orders over $75. Giving back never felt so good!

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My daughter took two years to grow enough hair to put a clip into. She was a bald baby like my boys and when she finally did grow some hair, it was fine like spun gold. I have thick, heavy wavy hair, I did not know what to do with this thin, straight hair my daughter has. Clips fall out, and barrettes never stay in.

Out To Tea is a mom owned company that has the answers to my daughter’s hair problems. Their clips actually stay in the hair, they are beautifully crafted French clips, imported from France. They also make beautiful headbands (the first of their kind, patent pending) are elastic and adjustable for a perfect fit.
They have everything from bow clips, beaded or ribbons to sequin clips each of which are perfect for fancy parties or everyday use. Look at how precious the crochet clips are! They are so great, it almost makes me want another baby!

The best part of these clips is that they are not only gorgeous, but they actually work! They hold the hair in place, even in my daughter’s fine hair. The headbands are adorable and my daughter wants one of each! Also check out their beautiful holiday clips. Out-to-tea has quality products for reasonable prices. These make great gifts for all the little girls or babies in your life.
Now if I can only talk them into making clips for my hair.
Dress your hair!

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When I was pregnant the first time, we decided not to find out the sex of the baby. At our first ultrasound we found out we were having twins and that was enough surprise for us, we wanted to find out the sex of the babies. When I was pregnant with our last baby, we decided not to find out and the suspense almost killed me. Trying to buy a outfit for the unborn baby I was carrying was nearly impossible. Everything was blue or pink and the gender neutral color outfits either seemed to masculine or feminine.

Modern Me baby clothing has just the answer I was searching for: adorable unisex baby clothing! Most of the “me shirts” have the graphic printed both right side up, and upside down. It has the text printed
in a simple font, to be easily read by a beginning reader. My older kids love that idea, they can see the graphic right side up from their perspective,
when looking down.

What could be better then a great baby clothing company? One that gives back. Modern Me gives a portion of the profits to the organization Reach Out and Read and San Diego Zoo CRES (Conservation and Research for Endangered Species). Perfect for a baby gift for a birthday or for the expectant mom that is waiting to find out the sex, check out Modern Me.
A important developmental milestone for baby is noticing his hands and beginning to grasp objects so Modern Me’s “me sleeves” draw baby’s attention to his hands with graphics on the wrist, in eye catching colors. What a smart, stylish idea! These shirts are just so cute and we have had many compliments on it.

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Who doesn’t want their child to be the one person who changes the world? Maybe all of our children together will make this world a better place and that is such a great thought. Together with Tiny Revolutionary we are doing our small part here in New Jersey. If you haven’t heard about Tiny Revolutionary yet, this is your lucky day!

Tiny Revolutionary creates socially conscious clothing with the message of Peace, Hope, Love and Equality. Started by partners BreeAnne and Courtney, these shirts are the new face of family, that teach kids as well as adults, to celebrate their individuality. Their clothing speaks about war, the environment and animal welfare.
Having four adopted cousins myself, I am in love with the “chosen” tees. These shirts are amazing for new baby or birthday gifts. My baby has the “I’ll change the world someday” tee and truer words have never been said.

Most of the tees are organic and all are sweatshop free. They are all 100% pre shrunk and are so soft and comfortable. They also use non-toxic inks, which is terrific. Plus, $1 from the sale of each tee goes to children’s charities. Now if I can only get these great shirts in my size, we will be all set! Let’s change the world into one that we want our children to live in. If you want to be the change you want to see in the world, maybe, just maybe, wearing these amazing shirts is the first step!

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I love getting persobnalized gifts as much as I love giving them. My children love anything with their names on it as much as I do. Something with a child’s name on it makes a great baby, birthday or new mom gift. We were so delighted when we received a great package from Copper Hill Kids with adorable personalized gifts for each of my kids.

Get ready to mark Copper Hill Kids as your go to web site for all things gifts. they have great products such as burp cloths, onesies, bibs, totes, aprons, and gift bundles that can be personalized with names and adorable motifs. Choose from butterflies, dragons, animals, flowers, crowns and so much more. You also can chose your font and ribbons to really make it a personalized gift. The children’s aprons we received are so sweet! They are well made and stood up to my children’s “cooking”.

They have denim totes are the perfect size for toddlers and preschoolers. These would be great for a teen or preteen, because we all kow how hard they are to buy for! They have totes for moms too! Get yourself the perfect bag for hauling library books, for the beach or as a stylish diaper bag.
For baby gifts, Copper Hill Kids offers gift bundles - with onesies, bibs, and burp cloths! Talk about one stop shopping!

Attached to each of our gifts was a inspiration for each child. I think it is such a sweet idea and I have saved each one for their scrapbooks. Visit Copper Hill Kids today.

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Are you looking for cute baby and children’s clothing that is different than what you find in traditional stores? Maybe you need some gift ideas for new babies or birthdays? Look no further, Krispy Banana Kids has great products for babies and kids that is not only original and fun but quality too.

Krispy Banana Kids has great things for girls and boys with great fabrics. Choose from a gift set (includes bib, burp cloth, & onesie), burp cloth, hooded towel & washcloths, bibs or a blanket. Sizes run from newborn to 18 months.
They also have adorabletees and tanks for older children up to size 5T for boys and 12 for girls.

Check out their great holiday, luxury or collegiate collection, perfect for holiday or new baby gifts or family pictures!
While you are shopping for the little ones in your life, why not pick out something for yourself? I am LOVING the vintage bags too, I have to have the Rhonda print bag, it is so sweet!
Each item is made with great fabrics and prints and are very well made.

Want to get a Krispy Banana Kids product for someone you love? I have one $25 gift certificate to give away! Just leave a comment here with your favorite product from Krispy Banana Kids. One comment per person, for US residents only.
Giveaway ends on Friday August 1 at 8pm.
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Positively Organic was founded by New York city residents Nancy and Peter Possenti, on the simple belief that when it comes to dressing kids, parents shouldn’t have to choose between style and sustainability. I couldn’t agree more and Positively Organic has just what I was looking for in children’s clothing. Their certified organic cotton clothes are made from earth-friendly materials, sweatshop-free & fair trade manufacturing and have great bold graphics and bright colors. Those are things you don’t find in everyday organic clothing.

Their short sleeve onesie we got to try is so sweet. It is super soft and comfortable, runs true to size and washed wonderfully. I love the bright seahorse design and colors. The pants remind me of my favorite pair of yoga pants. They are soft, easy to put on and take off for diapering and have a drawstring waist. I know these will be my go-to pants for the next few years.
Their clothing runs from newborn up to 4T.

This is also a company with a heart. They work exclusively with socially responsible companies and making sure that the workers who make our products are paid a living wage. They also support causes in four areas: Children’s Health and Welfare, Environmental Sustainability, Economic Justice and Artistic Expression.

Don’t forget to check out their baby gift sets, hats, and blankets as well as their sale- Buy two of any item and get the third free! Plus enjoy free shipping on orders over $100! Go check them out, I know you will not be disappointed!

Parents have you noticed how many slogan shirts are out there for babies, toddlers, and teens? Any given day I will see shirts that say “Daddy’s Girl, Princess, Crabby or High Maintenance” on kids. Monika Hall decided to do something good with this newest fad, so she started Toddler Virtue tees.

These virtue tees work by using their ‘5 steps to teach virtues method’.
-read the virtue to your child.
-define your virtue
-tell a story teaching the virtue
-repeat it when the shirt is worn
-then pass it on to someone else
Their goal is that by the time your toddler has outgrown their tee, the virtue will be engrained in their heart forever. Then you can pass it on to a younger cousin or friend. Why not teach our children about virtues as we do the ABCs and different colors and shapes? Lets make these shirts a learning tool. Perhaps these tee shirts will make a difference in the world, and what would be better than that?

These shirts are generously sized and beautifully made. they held up in the washer and dryer and came out as good as new.
We have the “tolerance” tee shirt and I will be buying the “courage” and “Kindness” shirts for my kids too. They are available in 2T to 4T. These are beautiful shirts that are perfect for your toddlers as well as for gifts!
They are perfect for the world.

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Looking for great organic clothing for your baby? Look no further, introducing fiercehugs, a company that packs imagination, sustainability and a healthy eco lifestyle into soft 100% organic cotton clothing for children.

Fiercehugs make affordable, wearable bodysuits and lap tees for babies 0-3 months up to 24months. Your child will be one-of-a-kind with these shirts because fiercehugs works with independent artist to create little works of arts for your children. Each are packaged in a cool recyclable gift box. Fierce Hugs is a member of the Organic Trade Association and makes each shirt with vibrant colors thanks to the AZO-free low-impact dyes they use. Soft and adorable these are perfect for a baby gift.
Fiercehugs has offered an $5 off coupon for your purchase, exclusively for reviewing baby gear readers! Use code exclusive coupon code 3REVBG for $5.00 off your next order!

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I have a fiercehugs organic tote bag to give to one lucky Reviewing Baby Gear reader! This awesome tote bag is made of 100% organic cotton (exclusive of trim). It has a handy pocket in front, and a small inner pocket. Perfect for the market, the library or carrying fresh cut flowers.

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Contest ends on July 18th at midnight and the winner will be posted here and notified via email.

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Sometimes companies just get it. They understand what parents need, and how to make something functional and do it right. Honeywear is one such company. This company “founded upon the nurturing of children and the environment, our two most important and precious resources.” They make a baby sling that is simple to use and elegant all at the same time.

Honeywear was started by 2 mothers (you know how I love to support mom owned businesses!) who wanted to create an easy to use and fully adjustable baby sling. The Baby Bee sling is one size fits all. Perfect for Moms, Dads and Grandparents! It adjusts easily with the pull cord system on the pouch with allows for different hold positions for your growing baby and toddler (up to 30 pounds). There is also a buckle on the shoulder strap that allows for easy transfer from parent to parent without disturbing a sleeping baby.

All of their slings are lined with organic cotton and they are always constructed from natural and sustainable materials. They are made locally in Asheville, North Carolina by seamstresses working for fair wages.

If you haven’t tried babywearing or you are pregnant, this is the sling for you. This allows you and your child to experience the benefits of babywearing and bonding. This sling can go with you from the grocery store to a upscale party.
I am in love with this sling and I know you will be too!

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a b sea baby has one of a kind baby clothing which are so beautiful you will want to be a child again. Mother and daughter duo Alexis and Rene, took their love of the beach and created amazing wearable, luxurious children’s clothing. Silkseas are a b sea’s signature line of washable silk onesies and twosies. Silk remains an enchanting fabric; it is naturally wrinkle-resistant, hypoallergenic, and weather-proof. Each piece is a blend of 70% natural silk with 30% organic cotton and has a sand-castle logo on the back and adorable embroidered designs on the front.

I love the fact that a b sea makes each piece a color that is fit for a boy or a girl, perfect for a gift for the parents who are not finding out the sex of their baby! It is wearable clothing that is as easy to wear as it is to clean, there is no dry cleaning needed. Next up I have to get this crew sweater and pants, they are super adorable!
Available in newborn sizes up to 24 months. I know you will love a b seas as much as I do, it is perfect for your little one or for a new baby gift.

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We recycle in our home and have been for many years. Recently my children asked me why we put certain things in our “other” trash can. I explained recycling to them and then I wondered what exactly is our recycled material made into? I wanted to find out for my kids as well as for myself. I found many things on my travels that are tagged with “made with recyclable plastics” and I feel great about not only buying those items but my recycling efforts!

Now the little red wagon has “gone green” too! This is a green radio Flyer. This great wagon is made from 100% recycled post-consumer HDPE (plastic milk jugs). Over 230 milk jugs were diverted from landfills to make each Earth Wagon. The green and tan colors are infused throughout the boards so color won’t scratch off and painting is never needed.

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It seems to be hard these days to find great baby and kid clothing that doesn’t have some saying that is not appropriate for kids, or is unique. I love finding great clothing for my kids but I am not willing to break the bank to do it either, especially the way my kids grow! Regular readers will also know how I love mom owned businesses. Ooh La La Mama has great clothing for kids and was created in the end of 2006 by wife and husband team, Cindy Parker and Scott Stoughton.

What makes Ohh La La Mama clothing are so unique for kids are the front and back (they use a full-color printing process that is really pretty and extends to both the front and back) real photo designs and fabulous graphics. Finally your kids can be as hip as you wish you were! Perfect for my pint size fashionistas!
My kids love the clothing as much as I do because the ply-cotton blend is soft and comfortable. My son loves his shirt because “it is a cool rock ‘n roll shirt!” my daughter loves her dress because it has a “heart on it and pretty sleeves!”. The onesies are so adorable, my baby looks so cute in it.

These are works of art not just shirts. Check out Ooh La La Mama for your own children’s clothes, a great baby shower or birthday gift for that edgy and different style. Go order some great apparal (from 3 months to size 6) and enter their photo contest for a chance to win $250 of clothing for your little one! I am off to upload our pictures today!

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I have found with this new baby of mine, that he is not an easy sleeper. He is not one of those infants that you can put him down and he will just sleep. After 5-10 minutes in anything he cries. Vibrating seat? Boring. Swing? Okay for a while but then he is done. I wondered how I would ever get this baby to sleep and then I found pippalily slings.

Pippalily was started by a mom whose daughter always wanted to be worn. She couldn’t find the unique and stylish slings she wanted so she made them! These slings are pouches so they are easy to get baby in and out and there are no rings to adjust. Those rings confuse me anyway.
I love that this sling had a deeper “seat” for the baby. It makes me feel that my baby is more secure.
I wear my baby all the time at parties, to the park, it is easy for me to use, K loves it and I have my hands free for my other two kids.

The thing I love most about these slings is that all of the fabric and patterns are simply gorgeous. The silk brocade is fancy enough to wear to a wedding or any other event as well as to the playground. I have received so many compliments on my Chocolate Brown Dragon sling! I love the Morning Glory Coral sling too. I want them all!

Get one for your husband for Father’s Day! Pippalily makes great slings in a masculine camouflage print or a plain black cotton sling. Don’t know how to use a sling? Don’t worry they have instructional how-to videos online for you.
These are going to be my new gift to get for baby showers.

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I always remember how my mother would trot us out to our local Stride Rite every August to buy my sister and I new shoes for school. She would always tell us how important good shoes are for growing kids. There are so many shoe brands for kids out there now, and finding one that is really great is not that easy. I have found that one for you.

Eleven Shoes are some of the best kid shoes I have ever seen. Eleven is a sister company with See Kai Run, another great children’s shoe company. See Kai Run shoes are made for prewalkers and walkers, infants and toddler sizes 3-9, but Eleven shoes are for older kids with sizes 9-1.
Every Eleven shoe has its upper and interior lining constructed from premium leather this is just so soft. That coupled with the padded insoles, makes the shoes breathable and comfortable for your children. The styles are timeless and classic and it is great quality footwear.

What I also like about this collection is that I think some of the shoes would be great for either a boy or a girl. That means hand me downs of the Rio shoes my daughter has to her little brother. We have received many compliments on these shoes since my daughter started wearing them. The only thing I don’t like about Eleven shoes is that they don’t come in my size, I would love a pair! Go get your kids a pair or three, these are great for back to school, and I know you are counting the days until that!

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