medela :: freestyle breastpump

Before I had my first son, I knew I wanted to breastfeed. I was really committed to doing everything to make it work. I invested in a Medela Pump In Style breastpump, and was so thankful to have it!


This time around, I am taking pumping to the next level...with the Medela Freestyle pump. (*insert cheering here*) My other Medela pump was awesome throughout breastfeeding my first two kids for a year each...and it certainly would have done just as well for baby #3. But I had the opportunity to test out the Freestyle pump, and I have to say its a big upgrade! Medela has become a brand I trust after using two of their pumps, all their accessories, and many of their other products. AND? They have phenomenal customer service.


Did you know that the Freestyle pump offers a hands-free option? Oh yes they do! The pump itself fits in the palm of your hand. With a charged up battery, you can go "wireless" with it by hooking it to your pants or belt. The straps (shown to the right) can attach to almost any nursing bra and holds the breastshields/bottles in place for true hands-free pumping! This is perfect for someone like me who still has two toddlers to care for while pumping. One of my friends told me she used this while driving home from work. HA!!


There are so many great things about the Medela Freestyle breastpump, which you can read in detail here. Let me highlight for you some of my favorite features:

• The flexibility! I like being able to roam around the house while I pump or sit without having to be "plugged in". (or return emails and facebook while pumping, *ahem*)
  
• The Expression technology - I was a little worried this wouldn't "suck" as well as my other Medela pump, but its just as good if not better!
• That there's a timer on the pump. (it's the little things...)
• That each Medela pump comes with everything you need for successful pumping, whether you just need it for home use or to take to work, etc. They think of everything!
• Like I said before, Medela's customer service is top notch. They stand behind their products and have super friendly people.

To sum it up, I'm crazy about Medela products and highly recommend them to everyone. It is so worth the investment to get a nice pump - especially if you plan to breastfeed for an extended period of time and/or through multiple children. My hospital charges $80 a month to rent a pump, ouch! You cannot go wrong with a Medela breastpump, and I can equally recommend the Pump In Style or the Freestyle. But the Freestyle obviously has more "bells and whistles" that can make your pumping experience easier and more enjoyable.


Medela Freestyle Breastpump :: $379.99


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*I was provided the Medela Freestyle
Breastpump in order to conduct this
review. The opinions shared here
are my own.*

cute & comfy cushionknee :: knee pads {giveaway}

Do you kneel when you are bathing your children?  Do you hate sitting on hard bleachers while watching your child's sporting event?  If so, I can help you.  I introduce you to cute & comfy cushionknee!  They are fantastic pads that you can use for kneeling while bathing your kids, sitting on, and even using for exercise.

These covers are sewn by hand in fun prints and fashionable colors.  I love the fact that you can remove it and wash it.

yo my booties :: cappucino metallic booties {giveaway}

Yo My Booties is a mom owned company that makes cute and unique booties for babies and toddlers.

These shoes are so darling and fun you will want all the different colors they have.

I always love the soft soled shoes for my kids, so when looking for my daughter I found yo my booties.  I received a pair of the Cappuccino Yo My Booties Metallic Booties and they are so adorable.  I love them.  They are perfect with any outfit.  They will be great for Fall.They are also super easy to slip on your child's foot.

Yo My Booties Metallic Leather Baby Booties in a subtle Cappuccino brown are handmade with all leather and a suede bottom in the U.S. They are available for babies & toddlers up to 2 years old in four sizes: 0-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-18 months and 18-24 months.

Also need to check out the Wooly Mammoth Booties...super cute for winter.

Cappuccino Metallic Yo My Booties :: $40.00

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*I was provided with the cappuccino metallic yo my booties to conduct this review. These opinions are my own*

grobag :: keen distribution {giveaway}

I was first introduced to The Gro Company when I heard about the Grobag. I think this little grobag is perfect! I love the idea of these grobags because babies aren't supposed to be with blankets. Here is a very safe alternative! Here is a little bit about the Grobag:

• Safe alternative to top sheets and blankets
• Safe: Grobag is FSID's (The UK's leading crib death research charity) only recommended baby sleep bag.
• Pioneering: Over 3.2 million Grobags sold worldwide — Gro has changed the way parents put their babies to bed!
• Fantastic Quality: Premium fabrics, innovative features and long–lasting, it's no surprise Grobag is Mom's favorite sleep bag.

Now this was copied directly from the site because I thought it was great information. So, keep reading to learn about why Grobags are different:

• Award Winning - Winner of the Mother & Baby Gold Award for Best Nursery Item for the third year in a row (2004/5, 2005/6, 2006/7). Other awards include Kids Superbrand in 2006, Tommy's Parent Friendly award in 2005, and a 'Top Gear' accolade by FQ Dads Magazine.
• Safety - Grobag® is FSID's (a leading UK baby charity promoting safe sleep) recommended baby sleeping bag specialist.
• Free nursery thermometer - Every grobag® baby sleeping bag comes with a free room thermometer, to help you select which tog grobag® baby sleeping bag to use and what sleepwear to put your baby in.
• Innovation - Innovation is always a focus with grobag®. For example, grobag® invented the toddler-proof zip-click feature, to stop adventurous little ones from opening the zipper. New designs are added to the line each season, in styles to suit every taste and in a range of different fabrics.
• Safety - With grobag® you get added peace of mind, because safety and comfort is at the heart of everything we do, and all our sleeping bags meet all British Standards and safety guidelines of the FSID. This means a better night's sleep for your baby and for the rest of the family!
• Advice - Each grobag® baby sleeping bag comes with information and advice to ensure that the sleeping bags are used correctly and safely.
• Range of Togs - Grobag® baby sleeping bags come in a range of togs (European warmth rating) to ensure that you can select the one that is right for each season or for different room temperatures.
• Range of Sizes - Research has been done to ensure that each size grobag® baby sleeping bag fits properly - big enough so that air can circulate and baby does not overheat - small enough to ensure that baby does not slip down inside. Our 0-6 month size is suitable to be used from 7lbs.
• Comfort - All grobag® baby sleeping bags have cotton lining, which is gentle on your baby's skin.

If you have more questions as to why the Grobag is a great idea, click HERE and you will be redirected over to the FAQ section...great info there as well!

Dotty Day Out Grobag :: $49.99

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One SIMPLE reader will win a Grobag of your choice in size, pattern and tog. Here is how to enter:

• Check out the Gro Company and come back here telling me one of their Gro products really grabbed your attention (The Gro-Egg, the Grobag or the Grobag Swaddle). (Required)
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*I received product to facilitate this review and promotion. The opinions expressed are my own.*

silikids :: siliskin glass {giveaway}

Silikids is a silicone must have company for kids and family really!  I am really into the silicone products now a days.  I just love how it can protect glasses and bottles from the clumsiness of children.

gumbo baby :: bumbo seat cover {giveaway}

Did you have a boy for your first child and then a girl for your second? Now you have all these boy things that you use for your daughter? That would be my situation.
Instead of buying all new things I tried my best to convert most of them to girly things...such as my car seat. I got a girly cover for it and then my bumbo...It was a blue one and not that it wasn't girly but I thought heck why not find a cover for it.

Guess where I went to look for that...my favorite place... ETSY! Yup and guess what I found? Gumbo Baby! Super cute and affordable bumbo seat covers. They are just so cute. I love the fabrics she uses and I love that they have a little tab that you can hang toys from. With the soft minky on the part it is sure to catch anyones eye.

These seat covers a made very well and fit perfect on the bumbo.  It doesn't slip off or have any trouble with anything.  You can also wash these if you have a messy one like me.

Gumbobaby features stylish and unique baby gift products. Whether you are looking for a Gumbo Bumbo Seat Cover, burp cloth sets, stylish bibs, hooded towels or anything else, you are sure to find something you love.

Gumbobaby Bumbo Seat Cover :: starting at $16.00

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*I was provided with a Gumbo Baby seat cover to conduct this review. These opinions are my own*

great deal on a mamaroo

Just had to let you all know! 4moms is having a great deal going on right now for their mamaRoo's! Now through June 29 you can get a *refurbished* mamaRoo for only $130. That’s $40 less than the usual price for a refurbished mamaRoo, and $70 less than a new mamaRoo!

Just visit 4moms and enter the code INSIDER130 at checkout to redeem your discount. Unfortunately, they can’t ship refurbished mamaRoos to Canada, so this deal is for the US only.

*What does “refurbished” mean? It means we received a mamaRoo as an open-box return, so we opened up the base and inspected it (individually and by hand) before thoroughly cleaning it and boxing it back up. The fabric seat, toy bar, and toy balls that come with your refurbished mamaRoo are all brand new, and you get the same six-month warranty as a new mamaRoo. All refurbished mamaRoos are the 2011 model, and within the continental US you get free shipping, too!

RoomMates decor :: scroll tree {giveaway}

While decorating for our new baby girl on the way, I quickly fell in love with Owls! Oh I love Owls! I wanted to get something fabulous for the wall, so I immediately thought first of RoomMates!

Check out this amazing Scroll Tree to the right....isn't is lovely!! :) It just makes me smile looking at it. I didn't have the opportunity to use a picture of my own for this product, but if you look below, you can see some other things we have done with RoomMates products. This image was pulled from their website.

Since receiving the Scroll Tree MegaPack, we have purchased items from RoomMates to decorate the other girls' rooms. You can see pictures below.

Some things that I just have to mention about the items from RoomMates.

• Everything is labeled VERY well and is simple to put together if you can follow directions.
• Once up,it looks FANTASTIC! It's not like the other wall decals that look a little shady and not printed well. First class!
• The designs they have to choose from are top notch.
• Great customer service - and even a 30-day satisfaction guarantee (with some stipulations). Which makes ordering online a snap even though you don't see it in person.
• There is a "Win Free RoomMates" section - I highly recommend checking this out.
• Also, you can sign up for their emails to be in the know on promotions and all!
  

And for all you Cars fanatics out there, they have a WHOLE SECTION just for you!! ;)
There is a whole section on the site where you can get decorating ideas too. You should totally check it out if you are in a decorating slump and want to "spruce" up a room!

Scroll Tree MegaPack :: $40.49

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• Check out RoomMates and come back here telling me which one of their products you think is just great! (Required)
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Winner will be randomly chosen on July 16, 2011. Giveaway is ONLY for US and Canada shipping addresses. Please reference Giveaway Rules at the top of the page before entering. Good luck!

*I received product to facilitate this review and promotion. The opinions expressed are my own.*

boon :: flair high chair {giveaway}

For our third girl, we decided we would just go all out and do up the pink! I mean we already have a ton of pink in our house with the two girls we already have, so go big or go home right?

Well shortly after we made this decision, we came across the Flair High Chair from boon. LOVE IT!! Highly recommend it!! Keep reading to see why :) The following was copied from the boon website, but the "bold print" is my input that I wanted to point out as important info:

We know you have a Flair for good taste. No cracks. No crevices. Therefore, no abyss full of crumbs. This one-piece seat is the sleekest, smoothest thing going and it makes cleanup unbelievably easy. Its dishwasher-safe tray cover actually fits in a dishwasher. And the continuous height positioning with pneumatic lift is just a fancy way of saying you can pick the exact height you want to fit your table.


Pretty awesome facts in that little paragraph, huh! Well here are some more for you. I put my "two cents" in bold again to optimize the space in this review. Here you go:

• Two tray covers included - You can wash one and still have one to use!
• Removable waterproof pad - SUPER important for easy cleaning
• Five-point harness and safety post
• Single-step braking system - No worrying about the older kids moving the babies around. MAJOR benefit.
• Six urethane casters to protect floors - NO MARKING!
• Glides smoothly in all directions - Great for moving it around to clean what's been dropped.
• Effortless continuous height positioning
• Fits easily under tables with pedestal base
• Child's recommended weight limit: 50 lbs. - Which means lots of years in this high chair!
• Maximum ages: 4 years - pictured is my 2 year old and you can see she still fits just fine!
• Seat height range: 21" – 26.25" AND Tray height range: 26.25" – 31.5" - Fine for moving up to just about any size table.
• Base diameter: 23.5" - Not so big that if can't fit into a corner of the room or the edge of a table.
• Chair weight: 28 lbs. - Not bad for such a stable high chair. We really don't move our highchairs around very much, right?

Boon Flair High Chair :: $279.99

A SIMPLE GIVEAWAY!

One SIMPLE reader will win a Boon Flair High Chair! Oh yes, it's true! And winner get's to pick the color too! Here is how to enter:

• Check out Boon Inc. and come back here telling me which product you think will be a must have for your family! (Required)
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Winner will be randomly chosen on July 15, 2011. Please reference Giveaway Rules at the top of the page before entering. Good luck!

*I received product to facilitate this review and promotion. The opinions expressed are my own.*

bambo nature :: diapers {giveaway}

With my first son I used cloth diapers most of the time and nappies a little bit like when going out somewhere or at night due leaking.  Now that I have had my 2nd child I am finding it difficult to keep up with the cloth.  I wanted to keep using cloth but I just am not able to do it as much as I had with my first.  I was on the look out for eco-friendly, chlorine-free and all around good for baby to wear with no chemicals.  Their are several brands that have these type of diapers but one that stood out to me was Bambo Nature.

diaper cakewalk :: diaper cakes {giveaway}

Whenever I go to a baby shower, I'm always blown away by the cute diaper cakes on display. I think these make great gifts for the mom-to-be! Who wouldn't want to receive a mountain of diapers for their newest addition? Not only are these diaper cakes practical gifts, they also make great decorations for showers. I've seen my fair share of diaper cakes - some homemade and some professionally done - but none compare to the quality of those created by Diaper Cakewalk. I received their Brown and Blue diaper cake last week and was incredibly impressed with its presentation. Amidst the crazy amount of diapers, they've also included Johnson's baby shampoo, soap and powder, washcloths, a comb/brush set, a pacifier, Desitin diaper rash cream and an adorable blue teddy bear on the top. The chocolate brown and blue ribbon adds the perfect touch. My cousin is expecting her first baby boy this fall and I seriously cannot wait to present this diaper cake to her at her baby shower.

Diaper Cakewalk offers a wide variety [and I do mean a WIDE variety!] of diaper cakes for boys, girls and of course gender neutral for those mommies who choose to wait until the birth day to find out what they are having. If you're feeling ambitious, feel free to purchase an undecorated cake and learn how to make a diaper cake the easy way with a "Decorating Hints and Tips Sheet" for free. All of these diaper cakes use premium Pampers swaddlers [the best disposables, in my opinion] but you can also choose the Diaper Sampler which is constructed with a mixture of the three leading brands - Pampers, Huggies and Luvs. This allows the new mom to try out three brands without spending a dime! If that's not an awesome gift, I don't know what is :)

Diaper Cakewalk takes pride in their product and they absolutely should. The diaper cakes are constructed to withstand shipping and I can attest to the fact that mine didn't arrive with a thing out of place. These diaper cakes are the best on the market and I'd highly recommend them if you're planning a shower or just need an idea for a new baby gift.

Diaper Cake :: Mini diaper cakes starting at $35; Best selling diaper cakes starting at $57

A SIMPLE GIVEAWAY!
Diaper Cakewalk would like to give one Simple reader a free 3-tier diaper cake from their best selling diaper cakes category! Here is how to enter:

• Check out Diaper Cakewalk's best selling diaper cakes and come back to let us know which you would pick if you won (Required)
• "Like" Diaper Cakewalk on Facebook.
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Winner will be randomly chosen on June 28, 2011. Please reference Giveaway Rules at the top of the page before entering.

*I was provided the diaper cake shown above in order to conduct this review using personal experience. The opinions expressed are my own*

boudreaux's butt paste :: diaper cream {giveaway}

Boudreaux's Butt Paste has become a must have in my house! I don't know if there is a direct correlation between teething and diaper rash, but let me tell you, every time a new tooth is ready to pop through, my girls get a serious diaper rash. I have tried everything to soothe their sore little bottoms, and nothing has worked quite like Boudreaux's Butt Paste.

This awesome solution for diaper rash was invented by a pharmacist with direction from a pediatrician, and as a mom, that brings peace of mind. I don't want to put just anything on my girls, and knowing that it is backed by medical experts makes me feel at ease. I love that it is thick without having the consistency of glue and is non-greasy. And like it's diaper rash counterparts, it also comes in Maximum Strength (hallelujah!). It also comes in many sizes, from a larger tub to a smaller travel size.

Boudreaux's has also been featured on Oprah, the Today show, While You Were Out, and People Magazine, just to name a few!

Boudreaux's Butt Paste :: 2 0z $6.99

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One SIMPLE reader will win a Boudreaux's Gift Bag with the following items:

1- Boudreaux's Butt Paste 2 oz.
1- All Natural Boudreaux's Butt Paste 2 oz.
1- Boudreaux's Rash Protector
1- ALL NEW Boudreaux's Butt Paste Max. Strength 2 oz
1- Boudreaux's Body Wash & Shampoo
1- Boudreaux's Baby Kisses Lip Balm

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Winner will be randomly chosen on June 27, 2011. Please reference Giveaway Rules at the top of the page before entering. Good luck!

*I was provided the product above to conduct a review using personal experience. The opinions expressed are my own.

babamoon :: bunny hat {giveaway}

Baby Hats of all kinds. I am obsessed with them. I love them. Who doesn't?

While on my daily search on Etsy, the moment this picture caught my eye, I was intrigued and had to visit BabaMoon. I was excited to found this adorable Plum, White Flopsy Rabbit Hat because it is simply adorable.  I have been looking for a bunny hat for some time and I knew this one would be perfect. And to be honest this hat is the cutest one I have ever seen.  The design and quality is to die for. Plus once Macy out grows it, it will be perfect for my photography business.

This gorgeous hat came all the way from Birmingham, UK with love from Naomi.  She puts hard work into making these adorable hats from her own patterns.  She has two cute children that help her model these wonderful creations that she conjures up!

what's to come :: surprise baby special!

If you haven't noticed already, SIMPLE's co-owner Shannon is expecting Baby Girl #3 - to be born in July! There were quite a few items she needed and she thought, "why not capitalize on the opportunity we have to share GREAT products with you all!"

With that being said, here is how you all are going to benefit from her addition as well! We are running a Surprise Baby Special here on SIMPLE!

The line-up...oh the line-up!! SO many great companies. And the fun begins this week FRIDAY (June 17, 2011). LOTS OF GIVEAWAYS!!

Here is who you have to look forward to learning about (and more are being added weekly!):

Boon Flair High Chair (Giveaway)
Belly Bandit
GroBag (Giveaway)
RoomMates Wall Decal (Giveaway)
BWinks (Giveaway)
KSS Maternity Shirts (2 Giveaway)
Joovy Ergo Caboose
Manocelebrates
Swaddle Designs
Carousel Designs Crib Blanket (Giveaway)
Maternitique - Hot Mama Hospital Gown
Knotty Blocks
Whimsical Accents
JP Creatibles
Simply Anandi

Looks great doesn't it. Well, we aren't done!!

Stay tuned to SIMPLE for more great companies being added weekly!

dropper stopper chic :: the drop stops here! {giveaway}

It's difficult for tiny hands to hold on to their belongings, and let's face it: babies like to drop things! My 11-month-old loves a good game of "Pick Up" as much as the next kid - but her momma? Not so much.

As soon as I saw the Dropper Stopper, I knew I had to try it - after all, it was invented by a mom! One end snugly secures bottles, toys, sippy cups, etc. with an elastic band which snaps closed. The inside of the band has an ingenious "grippy" material to keep items from slipping out. The other end has multiple snaps allowing you to lengthen or shorten the Dropper Stopper and secure it to a highchair, baby carrier, stroller, or shopping cart. The designer fabrics are as durable as they are adorable and hold up well in the wash.

We put our Dropper Stopper to the test the very day we received it, and I was not disappointed! In fact, I'm pretty sure that I need two. No longer do I have to crawl around in my SUV looking for sippy cups, bottles, or lovies that were tossed during a drive. Gone are the days of picking Katherine's pacifier up off the nasty grocery store tile or chasing her bottle as it rolls through a restaurant. As a mommy who prefers glass bottles, I also found my Dropper Stopper to be a nice little insurance policy. While I've never had a bottle break (even after dropping one on cement!), I know there's a first time for everything - and now I can breathe easily knowing that the first time won't be in the middle of Target. I even used it in church to secure Katherine's pacifier to the pew in front of us, as it has a habit of escaping her during the sermon.

Dropper Stoppers are the perfect gift for first-time or veteran moms. Every time we are out and about with the Dropper Stopper, moms and grandmas stop to ask me where to get one! Visit their website to order online or find a retailer near you.

Dropper Stopper Chic :: $13.00

{THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED - CHECK THE WINNER'S PAGE TO SEE IF IT WAS YOU!}

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One SIMPLE reader will win a Dropper Stopper, and suddenly life will be MUCH easier. Here is how to enter (be sure to leave a comment for EACH one you do!):

• "Like" Dropper Stopper on Facebook AND leave a comments on their wall saying "Visiting from @SIMPLEReviews!" or "SIMPLE sent me!"
• See that blue "Like" button at the bottom of this post? Click it! SO EASY!!!
  
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Winner will be randomly chosen on June 25, 2011. Please reference Giveaway Rules at the top of the page before entering.

*I was provided the product shown above to conduct this review using personal experience. The opinions expressed are my own.*

arbonne :: skin care {giveaway}

I am pale. This means two things -- I look really washed out in pastel colors and I have sensitive, temperamental skin. The sensitive skin has me in a constant search for products that will cleanse but not dry out, moisturize but not clog, protect from the sun but not irritate. It really is a constant search. Luckily I have come across a great line of skin care products that have been proven to be safe and beneficial for all skin types. Arbonne is a high quality line of patented products developed in Switzerland and focused on being pure, safe and beneficial. While it is important to know what products are... I think it is equally important to know what products are not.

Arbonne products are created WITHOUT:

• Animal products or animal by-products (and they are never tested on animals)
• Formaldehyde donating preservatives
• Petroleum based ingredients
• PABA
• Dyes, chemical fragrances, GLUTEN or mineral oils
• SD alcohol or acetone

So, what ARE Arbonne products?

• Botanically based
• pH correct
• Hypoallergenic
• Dermatologist tested
• VEGAN certified
• And the "non-technical" stuff -- they smell DELICIOUS. Honestly the first time I washed my face with the cleanser I wanted to eat it. It really smells that good. And Arbonne strives to achieve Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification for all paper packaging (again, the brand is committed to environmental responsibility) -- so you can feel good about bringing these products into your home.

Arbonne also offers an amazing children's product line, ABC Arbonne Baby Care. I have used the wash, lotion and sunscreen on my little guy daily (he inherited my sensitive paleness) and have loved the way it protects his soft, baby skin. With summer kicking into full swing sun protection is a big concern of mine. I am grateful Arbonne sunscreen does a great job of protecting delicate skin without irritating it.

Arbonne has done the hard work for us by putting their scientists, ethical and environmental standards and quality ingredients to the test to develop superb products. We get the easy task of just ordering and waiting for it to arrive at our doorstep. Sold!

ABC Arbonne Baby Care products :: $14 -22

A SIMPLE COUPON!

From now until July 8th, 2011 SIMPLE readers can get 20% off the total purchase. To receive the discount you need to email Arbonne contact, Beth K., directly at cbkrenzel@me.com. Make sure to mention SIMPLE when placing your order. Have fun shopping Arbonne!

A SIMPLE GIVEAWAY!

One lucky SIMPLE reader will win a great adult and child sunscreen combo from Arbonne! This is the perfect way to guarantee great sun protection during the hot summer months. Here is how to enter:

• Visit Arbonne , sign the site's guestbook with your email address (on the right hand side of the page) and come back here to tell me in a comment that you were a guest of the site. (Required)
• "Like" SIMPLE on Facebook
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The winner will be randomly chosen on June 22, 2011. Please reference Giveaway Rules at the top of the page before entering.

*I was provided Arbonne products -- including the RE9 and ABC Arbonne Baby Care products to conduct this review using personal experience. The opinions expressed are my own*

shea moisture :: all-natural, organic skin care {giveaway}

I try to be all organic and natural with everything for my children.  I want the best for them and the less chemicals I can put on them and in them the best. In my opinion of course.

When Shea Moisture contacted me to review their Organic Baby line I was very interested.  The Baby Line consists of Lotion, Head- To- Toe Ointment, as well as Head- to Toe Baby Wash as well as Shampoo.  I have been using these product for several weeks now and I just love them.  The Hair and Body wash goes a long way. You only need a pea size drop and that can do my 4 year old's whole body.

It is a tantalizing smelling- Organic Raw Shea Chamomile and Argan Oil Baby Healing Lotion!! The name itself says it all!! What I really love is the Organic factor, as well as on seeking during a alternative ingredients, it looked as if most of them were every healthy ingredients most as Mango Seed Butter, Frankincense, Myrrh, Japanese Honeysuckle, Argan Nut Oil, as well as other alternative smelling ingredients.

My son and daughter have sensitive skin and none of these products have irritated their skin so that is a real plus in my book.