Tuesday Giveaway: New bumGenius Colors!

To celebrate the new bumGenius colors that are beginning to leave our warehouse in the bumGenius 4.0 cloth diapers, today we are hosting a giveaway where you can win one of these great new colors!

The new colors are Mirror (turquoise), Dazzle (orchid purple) and Sassy (deep tangerine).

To enter today's blog giveaway for your chance to win one of our prize packs, share with your online friends about which of the new bumGenius colors you like best (Mirror, Dazzle or Sassy) and report back here telling us how you shared! Three winners will be selected at random from all eligible comments to receive a bumGenius 4.0 cloth diaper in the color of their choice from Cotton Babies.

Eligible entries must be posted no later than midnight Central time, Wednesday, October 19, 2011. U.S. Residents only. Void where prohibited by law. No purchase necessary to win. Winners will be drawn at random on Thursday, October 20, 2011 and notified via e-mail. (Please make sure Cotton Babies staff can see your e-mail in your comment or through your Blogger profile page.)

This Just In: Bee All Natural skin care products

New at Cotton Babies: Bee All Natural skin care products. Bee All Natural was founded in 2009 when Rachel Nonis couldn't find the quality skincare products she was searching for. Tired of buying "natural" products that were petroleum based and filled with perfumes, she set-out to develop skincare products that would be safe for every member of the family.

Rachel, daughter of an organic dairy farmer, already believed in the connection between diet and health. She wanted the products she chose for her family's skincare to reflect the same quality and goodness as those that she chose for their nutrition.

The ingredients in Bee All Natural products are certified organic and are all "food grade" quality. Each product is made from scratch and never use pre-made bases. Packaging each batch herself, Rachel even designs and prints her own labels and carries each order to the post office or retail location. We are pleased to bring these fine products to our Cotton Babies stores and warehouse.

Bee All Natural Organic Baby Powder is talc and fragrance free. The Baby Body Butter has no preservatives, mineral oils, or petroleum. The avocado oil and shea butter in the body butter are extremely gentle and easily absorbed by skin. Baby Body Butter comes in both natural and lavender scents. The Intense Hand and Foot Salve is great for healing dry or cracked skin and has a great peppermint scent.

For other great new products at Cotton Babies, be sure to check out our "What's New" category.

Announcing the NEW bumGenius Freetime!

Maximize your freetime with the NEW, all-in-one, one-size cloth diaper from bumGenius. Two semi-attached stay dry inserts inside allow for adjustable absorbency. Diaper your baby in one easy step!

Features:

• 3×3 snap down design* adjusts the sizing to fit small, medium and large sizes (approximately 8-35+ pounds).
• Trim, snug and comfortable stretchy tabs* provide a custom fit.
• One step cloth diaper - no stuffing!
• Two rows of snaps ensure a trim, bumGenius fit every time!
• Gentle leg elastic contains the mess!
• Semi-attached inserts dry faster and allow for customized absorbency where your child needs it most.

Cloth diapering made even easier!

bumGenius Freetime All-In-One One-Size Cloth Diapers feature our patent pending butterfly closure system to provide a comfortable, trim fit. This simple design makes cloth diapering as easy as using disposables. Our "no-stuff" system with semi-attached inserts is an ideal solution for families with a child in day-care or family members resistant to cloth diapers! Using the snaps on the front of the diaper, adjust the size if needed, put the diaper on your baby, wash, dry and re-use. No extra steps. No stuffing. No cover required. Our one-size diapers are designed to fit most babies weighing between 8 and 35 pounds.

The soft, waterproof outer fabric keeps the diaper trim on your newborn and toddler. Soft, sueded inner fabric gently wicks moisture away from your baby's skin. Super stretchy, gentle leg and back elastic with rolled out casings keeps the yuk in and help to keep red marks away.

Care Instructions are the same as the bumGenius 4.0 cloth diapers you know and love:

• Fasten hook tabs to laundry tabs on slot cover.
• Pre-wash cold. Wash hot (100F/40C) with bumGenius detergent.
• Extra rinse. Line Dry.
• No laundry additives. No fabric softeners.
• Use 1/4 cup or 60 mL bleach in the hot wash once per month.

You can pre-order your bumGenius Freetime cloth diapers for $19.95 each. Quantity discounts are available. bumGenius Freetime cloth diapers will begin shipping in December 2011.

Announcing NEW Flip Training Pants!

Flip Training Pants are training pants done right. Our one-size waterproof shell with replaceable organic cotton pads let your little one learn by feeling wetness. Now your child can pull them up and down when it's time to go, or you can unsnap the side, making messy changes less messy.
Flip Potty Trainers are a unique pull-up, pull-down, snap-off, one-size potty training system made with replaceable one-size pads. The outer shell is made of PUL and has detachable tabs made of the same stretchy material we use for the tabs on all Flip and bumGenius products. The tabs attach with snaps. The replaceable one-size soakers are made of six layers of organic cotton jersey (the same fabric used to make Flip organic cotton inserts). The soakers attach to the shell using ultra-soft loop fabric.

Each introductory Flip Potty Training Pack includes a one-size cover, your choice of color,
and five one-size organic inserts for just $24.95! That's 5 changes for less than $25!

Flip Features:

• A waterproof shell, so no extra cover is needed.
• Wipe the inside of the cover out and use it over and over again!
• Form fitting elastic to prevent leaks.
• Stay put, feel wet pad for easier learning.
• Disposable inserts are also available for use while traveling.
• Patent pending 3 x 3 adjustable snap system to fit most 18 months - 4T (approximately 20 -50 lbs.)
•Colorful interchangeable tabs allow for almost 200 potential looks.

The replaceable, removable Flip™ inner pad made with ultra-absorbent organic cotton allows wet accidents to be changed without a whole new trainer, this feature is unique to Flip Trainers and translates into significant savings.

We recommend using a Flip disposable insert with the Flip organic cotton potty training pad for overnight. Disposable inserts sold separately. Pre-order your Flip Training Pants, they begin shipping in November/December 2011.

This Just In: Beaba Baby Food Products

Here at Cotton Babies, we love beautiful, practical and convenient items. New online this week, we have the Beaba Ergonomic Cutlery set. This great set includes a fork and spoon adapted to baby's grasp and a protective storage case for meals on the go. Beaba's Ergonomic Cutlery set is BPA-free and dishwasher safe.

A perfect size to toss into your diaper bag for those meals away from home. The bright colors also coordinate nicely with other great Beaba products you can find at Cotton Babies.

Beaba's Lunch Box is ideal for babies and toddlers on the go, including everything for a complete meal in the minimum amount of space. The Beaba Lunch Box includes a non-slip plate, a container with two large compartments, a "keep warm" type lid and an ergonomic spoon and fork set. All pieces in the lunch box set are microwave and dishwasher safe.

Bright and colorful, the lunchbox features an unique base to help prevent tips and spills. You'll find this feature on other great Beaba products like the soft cups, soft bowls and soft plates.

This Just In: Flip diapers cover now in white!

You asked for it and now it's available! The newest addition to the Flip color selection is white! This color has been available and a standard favorite among bumGenius lovers so we're excited to add it to Flip! Available now in snap and arriving later this summer in hook & loop closures.
To celebrate our new arrival we're hosting the Flip Freedom Sale now through Tuesday, July 5. Get great deals on all your favorite Flip colors. Be sure to check our Flip category for several great deals on Flip products.

Buy a Moonstone Chaperone Stroller and Get a Chaperone Infant Seat FREE!

Now while supplies last get a free Moonstone Chaperone Infant Carseat with the purchase of a Moonstone Chaperone Stroller!Get the ultimate in convenience, comfort and style, with the Britax Chaperone Stroller. With this special offer, it's perfectly paired with the safest infant car seat on the market today, the Britax Chaperone.

The simple one-hand fold with automatic chassis lock positions the Britax Chaperone Stroller for the next logical step: placing in a vehicle or standing upright. This stroller is designed with smart features like a large underseat storage basket, functional child and parent trays, and a single brake pedal that engages and disengages both rear wheels. The all-wheel suspension, adjustable backrest and calf-rest, and a large canopy provide the perfect environment for your child's first five years.

This video demonstrates how easy it is to use the Britax Chaperone Travel System. A longer video with even more details about the Moonstone Chaperone Stroller is available.

The Chaperone stroller is appropriate from 6 months (or from birth when used with an infant carrier) up to 55 lbs. The stroller is compatible with the Britax Chaperone Infant Carrier, as well as other major carrier brands* when used with the Britax adapter strap (strap included with stroller).

Get the set for only $299.99 with Cotton Babies' free economy shipping. While supplies last.

*Britax Companion, Chicco Key Fit, Peg Perego Primo Viaggio, Graco Safe Seat and others with included adapter strap.

This Just In: Simplisse Nursing Products

We've recently added Simplisse nursing products to our Cotton Babies catalog. The Simplisse line was developed through a partnership between industry-leading lactation consultants and moms. Every product in the Simplisse collection of breastfeeding products was carefully designed with the optimum health of mom and baby in mind. Simplisse has two goals, to make expressing milk a more comfortable, natural experience for moms and to collect breastmilk as efficiently and effectively as possible.

The Simplisse Manual Breast Pump is designed to accurately mimic natural breastfeeding. The super-soft BabyFace™ flexible breast-cup conforms to mom’s breast and naturally move with mom while expressing. The gentle compression technology gently elicits milk expression to help minimize tugging and pinching. Continuous Comfort™ valves regulate the pump's pressure so the suction levels are similar to baby at the breast. No high suction or painful pumping, only the utmost in comfort.

The Simplisse Manual Breast Pump is $39.99.

The Gia Nursing Pillow by Simplisse has a patented non-flat design that positions your baby at an incline, to aid in digestion and reduce reflux and other feeding problems. Its wide, flat surface prevents baby from rolling down. This nursing pillow can also be used to for tummy time. The quilted 100% cotton shell is anti-bacterial and stain resistant. Easy to care for, can be machine washed and dried. Easy on, easy off covers are available in 3 colors to protect your Gia Nursing Pillow.

The Gia Nursing Pillow is only $39.99 at Cotton Babies. Colorful covers Beco, Chase and Mia are available for $19.99 with your nursing pillow purchase or can be purchased individually.

All Simplisse products are available online at CottonBabies.com or in any of our retail stores in St. Louis, MO or Vancouver, WA. Do you own a Simplisse Manual Breastpump or Gia Nursing Pillow? Be sure to share your thoughts with other Cotton Babies customers in a review on the product page.

May Day Giveaway!

Happy (belated) May Day! I'm not sure about you, but May is a busy month for our family. We have lots of events, travel and days away from home planned. May brings Mother's Day, weddings, graduations, birthdays, end of school events and more!

For today's blog giveaway, we're giving Mom (or Dad) the gift of convenience. If you haven't already seen it online, the newest addition to our Flip product lineup is the Flip Travel Pack. This pack includes two Flip covers and 18 Flip disposable inserts. At Cotton Babies, we know that life gets busy, sometimes you are away from home and sometimes a disposable option can alleviate a bit of stress. Most of us keep at least one package of Flip disposable inserts at home, just in case.

Whether you'll be traveling in May or all you really want for Mother's Day is a day off laundry duty, we have the prize for you! Today's winners will each receive a Flip Travel Pack and a Cotton Babies Cold Cup.

To enter today's blog giveaway for your chance to win one of our prize packs, leave a comment on this blog post sharing what May event you are looking forward to most. Would a Flip Travel Pack or Cotton Babies Cold Cup make that day even better? Tell us.

Eligible entries must be posted today, Tuesday, May 3, 2011. U.S. Residents only. Void where prohibited by law. No purchase necessary to win. Winners will be drawn at random on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 and notified via e-mail. (Please make sure Cotton Babies staff can see your e-mail in your comment or through your Blogger profile page, please.)

This Just In: Baseball and Ladybug Bink Links

Just in time for the start of baseball season we have new Bink Links in stock!

Yesterday was opening day for the St. Louis Cardinals and we know this weekend has other opening days for other Major League Baseball teams as well. Get your little slugger a Bink Link to keep that pacifier from falling on the dirty stadium floor! If baseball isn't your style, how about a ladybug Bink Link as a celebration of spring?

Wood beads on this pacifier clip are red, black, and natural with a ladybug crawling off the natural beads. The predominate bead is red with ladybugs crawling around it.

We carry a variety of Bink Links in addition to these new styles including Rodeo, Peas and Carrots and Candy Man. We also carry pacifier chains by Haba.

The Construction Site Chain is made of Beech Wood, 100% water based non-toxic stains and lead free paint. This pacifier chain is a safe and colorful alternative to plastic pacifier chains. You can also check out Haba's Lady Bug pacifier chain, in red, blue and natural wood colors.

Bink Links and Pacifier Chains make a great package toppers for a baby shower or birthday gift. What other gift items do you like to use to decorate the top of your gift packages?

This Just In: Aden + Anais and GLAMOURMOM

We have two new products this week, one for mom and one for baby.

We've been eagerly awaiting the arrival of the Aden + Anais issie security blankets since we were first introduced to them a few months back when our Aden + Anais representative visited for our Grand Opening festivities. Perfect for after the swaddling days when your little one still appreciates the comfort of a lovie, but doesn't need a full size blanket. Avoid a Mr. Mom style woobie conversation with this conveniently sized, easy to conceal, 16 inch by 16 inch muslin blanket edged with soft satin trim. The Aden + Anais issie comes in a 2 pack, so there is always one available for snuggling while the other is in the wash. At only $19.95 for the 2 pack and a variety of colors and prints to choose from, this would make a great gift for a newborn or a first birthday.

For mom, we love the GLAMOURMOM® Nursing Bra Tummy Control Long Tank. I wish I would have had one of these for the early days after my twins were born. This is an original and patented design, perfect for discretion and support when nursing in public. The outer layer is extra long for style and superior post-partum coverage, while the inner layer supports and trims the tummy and waist. It pulls excess post-partum skin together to help reduce stretch marks.

The GLAMOURMOM® Nursing Bra Tummy Control Long Tank encourages proper posture and will support your lower back while nursing. The full built-in nursing bra has hook closures for easy, one-handed access. Available in sizes small, medium, large and extra large and at only $54.00 for a nursing bra / shapewear combo, this is a great deal.

These are only two of the new items added to our Cotton Babies website this week. Check out our new products page and let us know what your new favorite item is.

This Just In: phil&ted's Wriggle Wrapper and more

New at Cotton Babies this week is the phil&ted's Wriggle Wrapper. We know how our Cotton Babies customers like items that make life on-the-go with baby even easier. We know how much you love phil&ted's products (those Lobsters went fast!). So today we're introducing you to another product to make life outside your home a little easier for you and your little one.
phil&teds brings you the world's first and only 3-in-1 portable wrapper. The wriggle wrapper can be used for safe sitting, feeding, and sleeping on the go. Suitable for use with newborns to 24 months in the sleep position and 6-24 months in the sitting position. The durable fabric is easy to wipe clean and it is machine washable.
Just fit it onto your little one like a diaper and strap it to any chair or adult waist for easy and secure place to sit, eat and play. The included 8-foot extension strap easily fastens to most single beds making nap time secure no matter where you are. The wriggle wrapper comes with it's own tote bag for easy care and storage.

phil&ted's wriggle wrapper is available in the red color option at Cotton Babies for only $49.99 and is eligible for Cotton Babies' free economy shipping.

Another new addition at Cotton Babies this week are new Lifefactory lids.

The 4 colored cap set is great to take your favorite Lifefactory 4 oz or 9 oz baby bottles and convert them to a water bottle style for your growing little one. The beverage caps are a great replacement for your 16 oz or 22 oz Lifefactory beverage bottle or use them as an accessory to change the look of your bottle. Four colored cap set is comes with one each of orange, spring green, blue and purple only $4.99. Beverage caps are available in midnight, orange, pearl white, spring green and sky blue and are only $3.99 each.

For more great new products, check out the "What's New" tab on the left hand side of CottonBabies.com

This Just In: New Flip products & bumGenius Newborn diapers

Flip diaper covers - Now available in hook & loop closure!

Our Flip diapering system with three insert options is now more customizable than ever with your choice of two closure types, hook and loop or snap.

Customers tell us all the time, they love hook and loop closures because it offers a more customizable fit for your little one than snap closure.

Flip with hook & loop closures are available in all of your favorite Flip products: Single covers, Cover with Stay Dry Insert, Cover with Organic Insert, Flip Stay Dry Day Packs and Flip Organic Day Packs.

New Flip Newborn Stay Dry Inserts!

Another new addition to our Flip lineup are newborn inserts. The same size as the bumGenius newborn inserts you know and love.

They are made of 2 ultra-absorbent layers of microfiber and a smooth stay-dry suede cloth that wicks moisture away from your baby's bum. Now available in a 6 pack for only $11.95!

While you are thinking about newborns...

Due to customer requests, the bumGenius Newborns cloth diaper (previously known as bumGenius AIO Extra Small) are back online.

To avoid confusion, the discontinued sized bumGenius AIO products (S, M & L) have been moved to our clearance category.

This Just In: Phil & Ted's Lobster High Chair

I'm sure I'm not the only parent who has ever cringed at the sight of the high chairs available at my local restaurants. Let's face it, a baby wipe is certainly not going to cut it when it comes to that level of dried food grime.

At Cotton Babies, we really love the Phil&Ted's Metoo high chair. It is great because it allows your child to sit at the table with the rest of the family and eliminates the need to use the often dirty high chairs in restaurants. But, we've been anxiously awaiting the arrival of the newest high chair in the Phil&Ted's line, the Lobster High Chair.

Amy, our Cotton Babies' buyer, was really excited as she shared with me the improvements that Phil&Ted's has added to their popular clamping high chair to make the Lobster better than ever.

The Lobster's upgrades include:

• A five-point harness for securing baby.
• Pincer-like clamps with rubber trim that protect the table while gripping it securely.
• Full size handle grips for tightening the clamps to the table.
• Dishwasher safe, removable food tray.
• A carry bag, to keep lobster in its shell when not in use.
• Padded seat, which is easy to wipe clean and machine washable.

Weighing just under 4 lbs, the lobster might be lighter than your diaper bag! It is extremely travel-friendly, making it convenient to take to restaurants, on family vacations or to grandma's house.

Curious about the ways you could use a Phil&Ted's Lobster high chair? Check out this fun video:

The Lobster is available in two color combinations for $79.99 with Cotton Babies' free economy shipping. While supplies last.

This Just In: Lifefactory Glass Bottles

We are so excited to share this product with you today. Our team first saw the Lifefactory Glass Beverage bottles at the ABC Kids Expo in October. Several team members purchased bottles while there and they were an immediate hit with the entire staff when they were brought into the office. Our team literally begged Jenn to bring them in to offer to our customers.

We love the Lifefactory glass bottles because the entire product, including all components, is completely free of known toxins including BPA, phthalates, polycarbonates, and PVC. The silicone sleeve makes it easy to grip the bottle and prevents breakage. What makes the adult beverage bottles even better is they are a widemouth bottle design, which makes it easy to add ice, citrus slices, tea bags, etc. I reach for this bottle time and time again instead of my metal reusable water bottles because the bottle and sleeve can be put in the dishwasher together. Not having to handwash these bottles made it an instant favorite for this busy mom!

The adult glass beverage bottles are available in two sizes, 16 ounces and 22 ounces. The 16 oz. design is available in raspberry, spring green, pearl white, turquoise, royal purple and graphite colors. The 22 oz. design is available in red, orange, spring green, midnight, sky and pearl white colors.

Don't forget about your little one when placing your order. Jenn says that her daughter Elsie uses these Lifefactory baby bottles exclusively whenever she isn't nursing. The baby bottles are available in both 4 ounce and 9 ounce sizes. The baby bottles come in a rainbow of colors: pink, raspberry, orange, yellow, spring green, sky, ocean, lilac and royal purple.

With the Cotton Babies free shipping deal, these will make a great gift for anyone on your holiday list!

This Just In: Kicky Pants Seasonal Sets

Today we want to introduce you to some seasonal selections from one of our favorite brands, Kicky Pants. Kicky Pants are always a staff favorite because they are made from bamboo, which feels incredibly soft and luxurious and has a natural wicking ability that will help keep baby warm, dry and odor free. At just $36 for a long sleeved shirt and coordinating pants with adorable detail on the leg, these sets are sure to be your child's favorite outfit this winter.

Dragons are a hot trend with boys, so keep your little guy flying at the front of the pack with this Kicky Pants Dragon outfit:

This two-piece outfit comes in four color combinations: Natural (pictured above), Twilight, Moss (dark green) and Pond (light blue/green). It is available in sizes ranging from 0-3 months up through size 4T.

The little fashionista in your life can strut her stuff in this adorable Peacock Outfit:

The Kicky Pants Peacock Outfit is also available in four color combinations: Natural/Bark (pictured above), Lotus (pink), Twilight and Natural/Lotus. Just like the Dragon Outfit, Peacock is available in sizes ranging from 0-3 months up to 4T.

We love the versatility and coziness of these sets. Perfect for gift giving and a gift that will be loved all through the winter months. All items shown are available online at CottonBabies.com and in our three retail locations. These are seasonal items from Kicky Pants, so get them while you can, because they are only available for a limited time.