Posts Tagged ‘blankie’

Aden + Anais Security Blanket {Giveaway}

Thursday, July 22nd, 2010

They’ve done it again! Aden + Anais’ newest muslin creation, the issie security blanket. It’s made from the same breathable, 100% natural muslin cotton as their swaddles, but these are cuddling sized! Packs of two make life easier if one  is one is lost or needs washing.  Cotton muslin is the world’s oldest, most cherished woven fabric. It adorned the members if the Indus Valley Civilization 7,000 years ago. It was used by the Egyptians to both swaddle their babies and to wrap those who had passed away. It graced the robes of ancient Greeks and Romans. It was used for the elaborate petticoats of 17th century France and as garments worn by the underprivileged working classes of medieval Europe. The story of muslin is the story of civilization. Muslin has protected its wearers from the heat and the cold. It has swaddled countless babies from every land and draped the shoulders of the wise and the elderly from every corner of the earth. It is a fabric that binds us all together– through out all time, all places, and all cultures.  It is the purest, simplest, most gentle, and, in the opinion of Aden + Anais, the most perfect fabric in the world

Aren’t the little giraffes adorable! But they have a ton more prints too like fairies, elephants, stars, cars, monkeys and butterflies.  Noah received his issie set and was hooked.  He has “busy” restless hands so holding a lovey clenched in his little fists helps to soothe him.   The magical feel of a soft security blanket is both comforting and soothing to newborns and toddlers alike.  Aden + Anais are sure the Issie™, made of gentle, breathable muslin and lined with silky satin, will become one of your child’s most cherished simple pleasures. And like all aden + anais® products, the issie™ is playfully designed in our exclusive, modern prints to bring together comfort and style.

GIVEAWAY:  Win your own issie set!  Contest ends in one week, good luck to all! 

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NEW GIVEAWAY RULES – Please note that we will only accept a maximum of 3 entries per person, as outlined below.
 

To be eligible to win, you must:
1) Comment from above
Extra Entries {please leave a comment for each one}:
2) Follow Aden + Anais on Facebook.
 

Although the following are not part of the entry rules, we would love it if you did the following {but PLEASE do not leave a comment for these and see top of page for links}:
A) Subscribe to BabyElan {daily}
B) Become our Fan on Facebook {check out the new BabyElan {SHOP}Facebook page}
C) Follow us on Twitter
 

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Happy Blankie

Monday, June 21st, 2010

A company with a cause. A company with a mission. A company founded by a  7 year old in 2008!  Today I’m delighted to be sharing with you about one amazing and wonderful company called Happy Blankie.  David Holdridge’s love for blankets and stuffed animals gave way to his creation of the Happy Blankie at the age of 7.  Truly beyond amazing and inspiring! 

This talented and creative young boy has given so much love and comfort to children around the world. With each Happy Blankie  purchase,  Happy Blankie donates one to another child around the globe.  When you receive your blanket, you are able to choose where you would like your donated blanket to go.  We received the adorable Chase the Happy Dog sample blankie.  My son just loves it.  So soft and adorable.  I selected the donated blankie to go to a child at the Canton Ohio Inner City Mission. Among other choices was the Ronald McDonald House in Rochester NY,  Uganda Africa, Cornerstone Chapel in Hadyai Thailand, and Medina Ohio’s Let’s Make a Difference. 

Be sure to check out Happy Blankie, and please spread the word about this amazing company! The Happy Blankie motto is “One to Love, One to Give”.  Makes me smile and I just imagine the smiles on those little faces when they receive their Happy Blankies.

 

Baby Bella Maya {DISCOUNT}

Monday, May 24th, 2010

When I came across Baby Bella Maya, I instantly feel in love with their adorable line of fancy and frilly products!  Super sweet items that all babies should have.  

 

We received the Baby Bella Maya  sample car seat cover in the daddy camo pattern (pictured below).  Oh my goodness, It’s so cute.  We didn’t have a car seat cover and I love having one now!  The camo pattern is so perfect for my rugged  little man.  It comes with the softest blue lace trim and is super easy to clean.   Baby Bella Maya offers a luxurious line of items, made from beautiful fabrics and the best materials.  Toddler car seat covers, infant car seat covers,  baby carrier covers, fancy frill fanny covers, booties, headbands, lacy leggings, blankets and gift sets.. 

 

Be sure to check out Baby Bella Maya today! You will just love their luxurious items for your little ones.  Baby Bella Maya is Offering BabyElan readers 15% off entire purchase thru June 1st.  Enter code BBM01  at checkout. 

 

 

aden + anais {GIVEAWAY}

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

As parents we get a lot of information  sent our way daily.  Most of it is helpful some of it is awful. As a new parent you get even more advice, suggestions, comments, lectures even :-) Making sense of all the information can be stressful and confusing, bumpers or no bumpers, back or belly, shots or no shots, breast feed or bottle, glass or plastic?  WOW!

I recently was given a charming little book to read.  I wasn’t surprised to find the context informative, honest and beneficial.  Most of you are familiar with the wonderful muslin cotton swaddling blankets and sleeping bags from Aden + Anais,  founder Raegan Moya-Jones is a woman who speaks from practical experiences in her own personal life, open and honestly.  She offers such real advice in a heartwarming manner that you thank her for taking the time to share her thoughts with you.   At least I did, when pregnant for Noah I was introduced to Aden + Anais thus Reagan and immediately felt a bond with her.

In her adorable book Swaddle Love you get more of that from the heart advice in really laying down a simple but effect foundation from day one with your newborn.   Swaddle Love is an entertaining and practical guide full of candid storytelling and heartwarming humour, that explores the history, science, and techniques of swaddling. It’s a joyful celebration of babies, parenthood, and sleeping eight hours a night. :-)   Visit the website to hear live footage from the book.

In 2003, pregnant with her first daughter, Raegan Moya-Jones began an unforgettable journey. From Aussie emigrant and anxious mother-to-be, to business entrepreneur, and now author of the quintessential book on swaddling, Raegan’s path has been peppered with successes and challenges, laughter and tears, but most of all, it has been traveled with passion.

Bottom line, if you are expecting or know someone that is, pick up this quick read.  It is a wonderful resource for any parent trying to get their newborn on a schedule, soothe them and help them learn to sleep on their own all with swaddling.

GIVEAWAY!    Simply become an aden + anais FB Fan, contest ends in one week, good luck to all! LISA LEVENSON IS OUR FEATURE WINNER.

NEW GIVEAWAY RULES – Please note that we will only accept a maximum of 3 entries per person, as outlined below.

To be eligible to win, you must:
1) Leave a comment about the giveaway product or the BabyElan guest post

Extra Entry {please leave a comment}:
2) Become a Facebook Fan of the giveaway sponsor & leave a comment on their FB Page

Although the following are not part of the entry rules, we would love it if you did the following {but PLEASE do not leave a comment for these}:
A) Subscribe to BabyElan {daily}
B) Become our Fan on Facebook
C) Follow us on Twitter

Angel Baby {GIVEAWAY}

Tuesday, April 27th, 2010

I’m sorry, but I’m in the wrong line of “work”…per my husband anyway!  How I can handle touching and seeing and selling and playing with baby products day after day and not have any future plans to add another baby to the family is beyond me!!  I’ll be strong and hold off for a bit longer and just share the baby stuff with our other editors and my BabyElan partners, and today I want to share with you a company that has my uterus throbbing for attention!!

Angel Dear clothing and accessories…simply put, gorgeous and extremely striking; looking for a take-home from the hospital outfit or the most brilliant baby shower gift, look no further!  An affordable, cozy and soft lovey that will be a treasured keepsake for years to come, they have it!  Modern, adorable outfit sets, some with matching hats…they have it!  Chenille blankets to die for, yep…they have it!!  On your lunch break today, take a moment and scroll through the pages of the Angel Dear site…take a look at those outfits, you’ll fall in love!

Our generous sample package from Angel dear consisted of a little bit of everything they have to offer, and nothing disappointing about any of it!!  We provided Harrison with his first lovey while he was in the hospital a month or so back and a blankie for him to love for years and years!  Everything at Angel Dear is made with baby’s comfort in mind, you’ll want nothing more than to snuggle close with him/her as he/she wears or plays with all the goodies they have to offer!  Seeing all the pink on their site sure has me longing…

We have the outfit above to GIVEAWAY {with a couple matching accessories as well}!  Sized 3-6 months, a perfect gift or special occasion Summer outfit for your little lady!  Simply let us know what else over at Angel Baby catches your eye for a chance to win!  Contest ends in one week, good luck to all!

NEW GIVEAWAY RULES – Please note that we will only accept a maximum of 3 entries per person, as outlined below.

To be eligible to win, you must:
1) Leave a comment about the giveaway product or the BabyElan review

Extra Entries {please leave a comment for each one}:
2) Become a Facebook Fan of the giveaway sponsor & leave a comment on their FB Page {Angel Dear}
3) Join the Angel Dear Email Club

Although the following are not part of the entry rules, we would love it if you did the following {but PLEASE do not leave a comment for these}:
A) Subscribe to BabyElan {daily}
B) Become our Fan on Facebook
C) Follow us on Twitter