green your air. perfect for a nursery.

a wake-up story.

thursdays fun finds.

check these adorable change purses from MUNCH MONEY. they are just the thing for your tot. (or you, whichever you prefer!) i thought this was a cute way to hold on to yer child's dinero!  they come in lime green, lilac, dark red, dark blue, light blue, and brown. too cute...now get munching!

awww, sweet lil' sarah + abraham. these plates caught my eye because you can personally design them for yer babes.  i mean, how cute is that!!??  they have a lot of OTHER PLATES you can choose from, but i loved that you can design the child to look like yer own. You click on the BOY or GIRL plate and it has a check lists of characteristics like : background color, hairstyle, hair color, eye shape, eye color, skin tone, and glasses and you add your child's name too!  You can also add a matching bowl to add to the fun!

stuck on the internet.

i get so lost in browsing the internet. it is like my creative mecca. i keep finding these great creative outlets, blogs, websites, and one thing turns into another and i have been browsing for 45 minutes. it overwhelms my thinker. i do come across some amazing finds.  here are some of them.

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benedryl, tylenol, motrin, etc. RECALL.

ok...so normally im not so serious.  

today a friend of mine sent me an email about children's medicine recall.  i checked the products that i have in the cabinet and ALL 3 (Benadryl, Infants Motrin, & Infants Tylenol) were on the recall list!!

this inspired me to share this important information with you.  I have listed below where you can find out if the medicine that has been recalled, a link to get a coupon for another bottle, and a link to tell us how to dispose of the unwanted medicine properly.
  

 

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To see if your child's medicine is being recalled... CLICK HERE.

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If your medicine has been recalled, get a free coupon for another bottle... CLICK HERE.

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Thanks for Smart Disposal for starting a site to help us know how to properly dispose of unwanted medicines.  The first rule is DO NOT dispose in sink or toilets.  For directions on how to properly dispose of your unwanted medicines CLICK HERE. 

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i hope this helps!
x
-jenn

n is for newborn.

some really good friends of mine just had a baby girl this past week, so it inspired me to do a newborn issue. there are so many great finds out there right now that are must have's. 

ok ok...maybe not must have's, but after you see them...you will want them! (wink) 

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CONGRATS TO COURTNEY & ED 

and

SMOOCHERS TO BABY PAIGE!

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b is for bootie.

i cant get over how cute these newborn felt booties are from HUMBLEBEA . i wish my little one was still small so i could buy these for her. i love the design, the color, and the a-b-c's!

perfect for a gift or for your own lil' one. (0-3mo). they measure about 4 inches outside and 3 1/2 inches on the inside and there are no exposed seams to irritate babes lil' piggies. these just make me say...awwww. 

c is for clean bean baby.

check out this baby mat by CLEAN BEAN BABY.  this is made by local ATLANTA gal who is an on-the-go mom like me.  i think it is absolutely perfect for your babes.  

you can use it for an on the go changing mat or just a mod little mat to lay your babes on when you are out and about.  its cute, wipe-able, durable, and comfortable.  its light weight and easy to roll up and put in your tote. unfortunately i found it too late to use for my babes, but it will be perfect for a gift! (or when i have another tot!) right now you can order them online at www.cleanbeanbaby.com or you can find them at DABBERDOO in virginia highlands in ATLANTA.

t is for totebag

taylor's aunt and uncle gave her the cutest gift and i had to share it with you. if you take a look at the design on the tote, it looks like an adorable dragonfly.  take a closer look and the dragon fly is actually the letters in taylor's name!  

 debbie yennaco is the creative mind behind all of the precious critters. she can do all kinds of design's with your children's names.  you look on her list of designs and names and she will create something spiffy, just for you! she has everything... onesies, notecards and stamps, framed art, tote bags, blankets, pillowcases, etc. seriously, we cant get enough!! join her v.i.p. list and get member discounts!

n is for nook

this incredible company has a healthy baby in mind. NOOK SLEEP SYSTEMS have created a non-toxic infant mattress that has an air layer that fosters oxygen flow inside the mattress.

 

it has all-natural eucalyptus fibers, organic cotton, zinc, and polyester, and a unique pebble surface that promotes air circulation. not only are they fun looking, but they are healthy for our tots. that's a-ok in my book.  they also have crib sheets that match the flare of the underneath. its a little pricy, but seriously...your babe's health is worth it.

p is for paul frank. 

i came across these cute paul frank baby items while i was searching for things for taylor's birthday party. (she is having a paul frank bday par-tay this year!) first i found the cute booties and newborn cap (comes in pink for the girlies too!) you can bring yer babes home in style!

they also had these amazing diaper bags. it comes in blue, pink, or black. so fun! i want one!

If you are looking to give a gift...these bottle, bib, bootie packages are awesome too!

if you don't know paul frank. now you do.

Issue 10 :: Hello. My name is summer.

hello. my name is summer.

sorry for the delay. i had an amazing blog that i was going to send out, but somehow it got erased. ugh. now, i have even jucier nuggets to show you because i have been saving up! my next issue will not take this long to get out to you. promise. fingers crossed.

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MY NAME IS...THE KETTCAR
Holy Moly! You know your tot will love riding on this peddal 4-Wheeler! This is the Kettcar. It is a peddal 4-wheeler that is great for ages 4-7 yrs. Come on...you know you secretly would have one if they made them for adults! This ride has an adjustable racing seat (in case you have a shorty!) and a handbrake that will stop both wheels on a dime (and great for spin-outs!)! It is also made out of non-toxic, fade-resistant, non-scratch paint! You def need that in case you have a bruiser on yer hands!
BE COOL AND GET YER KETTCAR HERE!

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MY NAME IS...NESKAT (she makes the cutest hairbows ever!)

Its hot ouside! Get the hairs out of yer babes face with these cute handmade hair clips by Neskat! Neskat is a Grandma, Momma, & Daughter team, who handmake these hairbows with love...and we love them! When she keeps them in her hair...my babe, Taylor, struts these hairbows! Right now she is offering a SALE from 7.21.09 - 7.31.09 for her daughter's birthday! Buy 4 clips and you will get a FREE HAIR CLIP + FREE SHIPPING! You can't beat that!! Thanks Neskat & Happy Birthday to you!
GET ONE FOR YOUR BABE HERE!!

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MY NAME IS...JUMP JUMP!

I don't know if you have seen this COMBI car line, but we are obsessed! We wanted the Combi Car Walker when Taylor was itty bitty, but they were on back order! Well folks, they have now come out with the Combi Car Jumpers! Whewhoo! They come in fun colors like yellow, pink, and black! It not only bounces, but it has a honking horn, cruising music, and toys that attach to the car. It also has a saftey lock feature to ensure your tot's saftey! Let yer babe take the drivers seat! Beep! Beep!

BOUNCE ON OVER HERE TO GET A COMBI ACTIVITY JUMPER

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MY NAME IS...I'M STARTING A TERRARIUM

Have fun with your kids and show them how the grass isn't always greener...hee hee! Moss grows on the forest floor attached to bark, under trees in nature. Now you can have a terrarium in your home that mimics this. It is a fun little project for kids and can teach responsibilty since they have to take care of it and water it to make it grow! Greenbriar makes these cute ones, or you can make your own with the directions below.

HOW TO MAKE A TERRARIUM

Step 1

Select a glass container. Large jars, compotes or aquariums are all excellent choices for building a terrarium. Make sure to clean it well with hot, soapy water before you start.

Step 2

Next you want to create the terrarium's drainage layer. Layer about an inch of large pea gravel in the bottom of the container. If the container has a narrow opening, create a funnel with the paper, then pour the gravel through the funnel and use a chopstick to move the gravel into place. Add a ½-inch layer of ground charcoal over the gravel.

Step 3



Pour 2 to 3 inches of fresh potting soil over the drainage layer. Use a sterilized soil mix. The soil and drainage layer should take up about 1/4 of the terrarium container's space.

Step 4

Select small plants that all require the same type of care. For example, use all tropical sun-loving or all drought-tolerant plants. Never mix plants with different growing requirements.

Step 5

Think about how you want to place the plants within the container. Taller plants should go in the back of the jar and shorter ones in the front. Dig planting holes in the soil with a chopstick or your hand if it fits through the container's opening.

Step 6

Remove the plants from their containers. Trim off any yellow or brown foliage. Remove any extra soil from around the roots, then tease the roots apart gently, and place the plants into the planting holes. Cover the roots with soil and gently firm the soil around each plant.

Step 7

Water the terrarium after all the plants are in place. Use a funnel to wash the sides of the terrarium as you water.
Step 8
If you created a tropical terrarium, you have the option of covering the jar with a lid or glass dish. This step will seal the environment and create a miniature rain forest. Just be aware that sealed terrariums are at risk of overheating if placed near a sunny window. Skip this step if you used drought tolerant plants, such as cacti and succulents, as it will create too humid of an environment for them.

ORDER YER TOT A GREENBRIAR TERRARIUM HERE

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MY NAME IS...BABY'S ONLY DHA SUPPLEMENT
This is a product that our friend Kevin & Cristina recommended after giving it to their babes! Thanks guys! Its called Baby's Only DHA. It is an organic product that comes in powder form and is used to add nutrients to a sippy cup of milk (or juice!). This is used when your baby is done breastfeeding or drinking formula and is transitioning to drinking whole milk. This will help continue to give your tot the nutrients and fatty acids that the babes was getting while breastfeeding or formula feeding. Per their website "DHA & ARA long chain fatty acids are important for infant development. These fats are known to concentrate in the gray matter of the baby’s brain and eye retina starting in the third trimester of pregnancy. Breast milk continues to provide an abundance of these fatty acids once a baby is born. If breast milk is not available, then a baby requires a dietary source of these fats, either by synthesizing them from precursor fats (linolenic/alpha linoleic fatty acids) as found in Baby’s Only Organic pediatric formulas; or by supplementing with Baby’s Only DHA & ARA".
They have been happy with the results, and so have we!
YOU CAN FIND OUT MORE INFO ON BABY's ONLY HERE

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MY NAME IS...THE SAFE SIPPY 2
I just bought this for my daughter and I really like it! Its called The Safe Sippy 2 by Kidbasix! It is a sippy cup or a straw cup, depending on which one you want to use! Taylor has been really into straws lately, so this is what I found for her to use and she loves it! She is still learning the whole straw thing, but this cup is great, because you can switch it back to the sippy cup if you need to! It keeps the drink really cold and it is eco-friendly and BPA FREE! They have a bottle version for babies as well as a sports bottle for yer older kids!
GET MORE INFO ON YER SAFE SIPPY 2 HERE