Happy Birthday to my baby GIRL!!!!

I've got some exciting news!
Our baby girl was born this last Sunday at 3:29 am after only 3 hours of labor. She was born here at home, in the water! It was an awesome experience.
She was a surprise gender birth (as you can tell from the picture, this is when we found out she was a girl)! I am on my 'baby moon' and am very carefully trying out a bunch of newborn cloth diapers and other items (used a Mei Tai today (sent to me from Snuggy Baby) for the first time and I LOVE it), better yet, so does my little girl. She was the smallest of all my babies weighing in at only 6 lbs 8 oz!
She is nursing like a champ and I am enjoying every single minute of it!

I've still not decided on a date to start the newborn event, as I need a good ample amount of time to try out all these awesome products!
Keep an eye on my FB page for the official announcement!

There are a lot of prizes to be won, and you are not going to want to miss this!!

For the Diono Radian RXT giveaway that just ended, we are still working on verifying the winner. The first winner picked did not complete the winning entry and so we are going to have to draw another! Your patience is appreciated!

~Mama of the Littles~

#NBFluffNStuff AMP Duo size small #CLOTHDIAPERS Review and #GIVEAWAY {US/Canada}

I LOVE AMP diapers! Not only are they one of the highest quality diapers on the market, but they are affordable, easy to use, work awesome and sooooooo cute!

 

I was thrilled when I found out I was expecting again and would be able to try out all kinds of fluffy goodness on my newborn baby (something I never had the chance to do with either of my boys)!

When Annie offered to send me an AMP Duo diaper for my review, I jumped at the opportunity!
I was sent a size small AMP Duo diaper in purple with AMP's bamboo insert! This diaper is so cute on my baby GIRL!!!

This is what I received:

This diaper came with a bamboo insert (which measures approximately 15"x15" or 12"x14" after washing)! Here is some more information about the AMP bamboo insert (taken from the AMP website):
"AMP Bamboo inserts* are so trim and yet so very absorbent!
Fold them once for four layers in a size large AI2, Duo or original pocket diaper or fold in three in the size smalls.
These are so trim you can easily double them up for a heavy wetting baby all night solution.
Made of 70% Rayon derived from Bamboo, 30% Cotton blend.
Why are these inserts so great?
– Super soft and silky
– Very breathable
– Anti-bacterial
– Absorbs 3 to 4 times more than cotton
– Doesn’t feel sticky or uncomfortable when wet
*AMP Bamboo inserts are made of 70% Rayon derived from bamboo, 30% Cotton."

This diaper is really versatile. It can be used as a pocket diaper or as an All in 2 (AI2)! AMP has a great video on YouTube which demonstrates the different ways to use this fabulous diaper!

If you are using this diaper as a pocket, you will find a very nice sized opening in which to stuff the insert:

It is also very convenient to be used as an AI2!

Here is some more information on the AMP AI2 diapering system (taken from the AMP website):

"What’s an AMP Duo diaper? It’s a diaper with a double duty.The most versatile cloth diaper available today. Use it as an AI2 (All in two) diaper during the day and just change the absorbing insert when wet or stuff it and use it as a pocket diaper to keep baby dry at night… or use it as a pocket diaper all the time…. These diapers have same amazing fit as the Original AMP AI2′s but have the added versatility of a pocket opening for stuffing.

• The soft elastic gathers are incredible at containing leaks while being oh so gentle on babies tender skin
• Four rows of snaps on each side allow separate tummy and thigh adjustments, this means you get a custom fit on any baby.
• The super soft fleece keeps the absorbent insert where it belongs so there’s no bunching, it also keeps baby dry if used as a pocket diaper.
• The durable waterproof breathable fabric is soft stretchy these diapers can be washed and dried over and over and still look and work like new.
• Since they are a two part system washing and drying is quick and easy.
• Choose your favorite absorbent inserts from cotton, AMP hemp inserts or AMP bamboo inserts*.

Available in two sizes that fit from birth to potty learning.

• Small 6-18lbs
• Large 15-35lbs"

This is a picture of the diaper on it's smallest setting:

Medium setting:

Largest setting:

 

The AMP Sized Duo diapers come in a variety of beautiful colors to choose from!

I really love this diaper. It fits my little girl perfectly! I have used it for overnight and during the day and have not experienced any leaks! My favorite way to use this diaper is as a pocket diaper!

This is quickly becoming one of my favorite diapers in my newborn stash! I do have to say that this diaper is a bit bulky on my tiny little 6.8 pounder with the bamboo insert, but the fit is great.. even on long and lean babies <3

 

 

You can purchase and AMP Duo Diaper directly from AMP's online store for $18.00. You can also purchase the bamboo insert there as well for $8.00!

 

 

As a sponsor for this event, AMP has generously offered one of you the chance to win an AMP Duo diaper in winner's choice of size and color!!  Winner will also receive a bamboo insert with their diaper as well!

This giveaway is open to US and Canadian residents!! To enter, simply fill out the Rafflecopter form below! You may have to click "read more" in order for the whole Rafflecopter form to load!

Good luck and Have fun!

~Mama of the Littles~

Disclosure: I received the product(s) mentioned above in exchange for my review. This review is my honest opinion based on my own personal experience, and may differ from yours. I did not receive any monetary compensation in exchange for this review!

A couple of winners!! {Stonz and Mombecks}

What a whirlwind I've been in!
With hubby coming home from deployment, preparing for the birth of our 3rd baby (which has not happened yet)... I've neglected the blog! Sorry about that!

I have a few winners to announce!
The winner for the $25 GC to Stonz is Stacy! Congrats!
The winner for the $25 GC to MomBecks is Alexis! Congrats!
*please be sure to check your 'spam/junk' folders!!

Don't forget to enter my other current giveaways!
Diono Radian RXT {US only}
$50 GC to Moon over Maize (beautiful birth inspired hand made jewelry) {world-wide}

I'm gearing up for this baby's birth and also for the newborn event!
There are so many prizes up for grabs!
Over 40 sponsors and 7 grand prizes to include:
1. JJ Cole diaper bag Norah print
2. Ergo bundle of joy (carrier with infant insert)
3. Naturepedic organic changing pad
4. $75 GC to Snuggy Baby (review a Mei Tai)
5. Boba carrier
6. Britax B-Safe car seat
7. Onya Baby carrier

I'm excited! Many of you are going to win some really awesome prizes!! This event will start shortly after this baby is born and I'm not too sleep deprived :)

Thanks for being a reader of my blog!
~Mama of the Littles~

Preparing for birth "Moon over Maize" $50 GC review and #GIVEAWAY {World-Wide}

While getting ready for my home birth, I've got most things here in order. The birthing pool is partially inflated and just hanging out in my hall closet. All the tools to inflate the birthing pool are located right next to it.
I have my essential DoTerra oils ready to be used (I've decided on using elevation to be diffused while in labor)! LOVE the smell!
I've got my chapstick, towels, camera batteries charged and also have a few snacks set aside! Of course the most important thing about having a home birth (or any birth) is being ready in your state of mind! Many people are afraid of labor and would not ever consider birthing at home.
It is my personal belief that my body was created by God Himself for the purpose (one of many) to birth babies! I know that my body knows what to do and will do what it was created to do when the time comes. I'm confident. Will it hurt, um yes, but knowing that the pain is temporary and is for a purpose, it is quite a different mind set when it comes to the pain as compared to having a broken wrist or feeling sick!

I am a reader and facebook fan of a blog called "Birth Without Fear." It was while I was looking over that site and reading the incredible, empowering birth stores from VBAC's to C-sections, to unassisted home births that I came across Moon Over Maize!
Monica is the Etsy Artist behind Moon Over Maize and she creates the most beautiful jewelry I've seen in quite awhile!
When I saw her "Birth With Faith" necklace I knew I had to have one.
What a better reminder for me than this necklace to keep in mind that my body was created to do just what God made it to do!

I contacted Monica and she sent me this beautiful necklace for review.

 The necklace came on a sterling silver chain.

Monica also added three beads to the center of my necklace to coordinate with my 3 kid's birth dates!   

As I wear this necklace and prepare to welcome my third child into our family, I am reminded constantly that my faith in Christ is what sustains me! He has given me a life I do not deserve and I am so thankful for my boys and my husband.
I think of those that I know that are struggling with infertility or are in an abusive relationship and I am so thankful that God has saved me from all of that. I was wild and crazy in my younger years and I have experienced loss and pain, but I keep moving forward, keep pressing on towards the goal that He has called me to!

Monica has graciously offered one LWML reader a $50 GC towards the purchase of anything in her Etsy shop. Check out some of her other beautiful items she has to offer:

I can't tell you how amazingly talented Monica is! These pictures do not do her pieces justice! There are a few things I've been contemplating buying. I'd love to buy my midwife a little key chain or necklace!

I could spend a lot of money at Moon Over Maize!! That's for sure!

If you are new to my giveaways, please be sure to go here and read the rules on how to enter! I'd hate for you to do all the work to enter the giveaway and then not be eligible to win!

Don't forget about the Diono Radian RXT car seat giveaway that is also going on. One US resident will win their very own Diono Radian RXT in their choice of color/print!! {ends 16 April}

Enter to win a $50 GC to Moon Over Maize's Etsy shop!

This giveaway is open world-wide!

Disclosure: I received the product(s) mentioned above in exchange for my review. This review is my honest opinion based on my own personal experience, and may differ from yours. I did not receive any monetary compensation in exchange for this review!

Good luck and have fun!!

~Mama of the Littles~

Safe and Sound: A Diono Radian RXT Giveaway Event

Disclaimer: This giveaway is in no way sponsored by Diono®. Winner is responsible for reading and understanding the child restraint manual, and properly installing and using the child restraint; should winner require assistance with the child restraint, winner should contact the manufacturer for assistance as soon as possible. Sponsors and bloggers hold no liability for adverse outcomes related to the use of this child restraint. My opinions are my own and Life With My Littles was not compensated for this posting. Life With My Littles is responsible for prize fulfillment.

We are pleased to bring you Safe and Sound: A Diono® Radian RXT Giveaway Event hosted by Life With My Littles, and Water Rolls Uphill.

This giveaway is sponsored in part by Just Kids Store and every blogger found in the Rafflcopter widget.

One lucky winner will receive a Diono® RadianRXT child restraint, approximate retail value $269.99.

This giveaway runs from April 2, 2013 at 12:00 AM to April 16, 2013, at 12:00 AM, and is open to US residents ages 18 and over.

The Diono® RadianRXT features include:

• Accommodation of a wide weight range of children from 5 pounds to 80 pounds in a five point harness;
• An infant insert for superior fit and comfort;
• Head wings, steel alloy frame, reinforced sidewalls, and adjustable head support;
• Extended rear facing to 45 pounds;
• Forward facing from 20 to 80 pounds (and up to 57");
• Allowing for use as a high weight harnessing booster up to 120 pounds;
• SuperLATCH and being rated for LATCH to 80 pounds;
• Sits low in vehicle for easy boarding and exiting of the seat;
• Narrow seat width to allow for a three across child restraint configuration, in many vehicles;
• Extensive safety testing and NCAP crash tested;
• A ten year seat life.

Just Kids Store sells Diono® child restraints and many other wonderful necessities for your children. Please visit their website to see their full line of products and save even more by using one of the coupon codes below.

• "Save20” to save 20% sitewide (some restrictions apply, see website for full details)
• “Shoes25” to save 25% off all shoes
• “Zoob25” to save 25% off all Zoobies plush toys
• "BOB25” to save 25% off of any BOB or Britax product

Please enter using the Rafflecopter form: a Rafflecopter giveaway

Disana Wool Soaker review and $25 GC #GIVEAWAY {MomBecks} US/Canada

I really enjoy working with Rebecca of MomBecks! She is such an inspiration and the customer service she provides is top notch!
I was sent a red Disana wool soaker in size large for review.

Here is some more information on the Disana wool soaker (taken from Mombecks' website):
"Product Details Disana wool soakers are the most natural and breathable covers for your baby. They are made of 100% Oeko Tex certified organic wool knit that fit like little shorts. Absolutely adorable with a T-shirt as a summer outfit! They are the best overnight covers because wool can absorb 30% of it's weight in liquid, so when the diaper underneath gets soaked the cover will start absorbing the extra. The beauty of wool is that you only need to wash every other week. The lanolin in wool reacts with urine and creates a soap, so they are basically self-cleaning. Just air out after every change, hand wash every other week in a gentle wool wash like Disana or Eucalan, NOT Woolite because it strips the lanolin off, and soak in a lanolin bath to restore lanolin content. Felting makes them even more water proof by pulling the fibers closer. To felt, soak in lukewarm water and squeeze. Roll in a towel and squeeze to remove excess water. Then, dry on high for 10-15 minutes. Check after 10 minutes and stop felting when it's the size and shape you want it to be. The waistband can be rolled up for cold winter months or rolled down for warmer weather. Can be worn over a snappied flat or prefold diaper or a fitted diaper. Comes in 8 great colors in size Newborn (6-13lb, tag says 3-6 months), Small (11-18lb, tag says 6-12 months), Medium (17-26lb, tag says 12-24 months), Large (21-35lb, tag says 2-3 years), and X-Large (30-40lb, tag says 4-5 years)"

This soaker fit my 28 lb 2 yo perfectly!

Front

 Back

I used it at night for him as he was a heavy wetter!
It did need to be washed and lanolized before use, but I find that process very simple!
I've blogged about how to care for your wool in the past. You can read about how to clean and lanolize your wool here and here! Sustainablebabyish put out a great tutorial on their FB page which you can view here!

What's so great about wool!?
It's a natural fiber, sustainable, easy to care for, creates a bullet-proof cloth diapering solution for heavy wetters!
I LOVE wool!

Do you have a heavy wetter that wakes you up at night because their diaper is sopping wet? If so, you should try a wool soaker over a fitted diaper!

You can purchase a Disana wool soaker directly from MomBecks for only $25.00!
They come in many beautiful colors too!

Rebecca of MomBecks has graciously offered one LWML reader a $25 GC towards the purchase of anything on her website: www.mombecks.com

To enter simply fill out the Rafflecopter form below.
You may have to click on 'read more' in order for the Rafflecopter form to fully load!

This giveaway is open to US and Canadian residents (some restrictions apply to Canadians as far as what items can be shipped to Canada)!

Disclosure: I received the product(s) mentioned above in exchange for my review. This review is my honest opinion based on my own personal experience, and may differ from yours. I did not receive any monetary compensation in exchange for this review!

Good luck and have fun!!

~Mama of the Littles~

#NBFluffNStuff Grand Prizes!!

So as many of you know, the #NBFluffNStuff event will take place sometime after this little one graces us with his/her presence! (I'm due 22 April)!

Here is the list of grand prizes for the event! Please keep in mind that there are also 40+ other prizes to be won from cloth diapers to nursing pads to mama cloth!

This is only the Grand prize list (in no specific order)!

Boba 3g soft structured carrier:

 

JJ Cole Norah Diaper bag:

Ergo bundle of joy:

Naturepedic organic 2-sided organic changing pad:



$75 GC to Snuggy Baby

Britax B-Safe infant car seat:

Onya Outback Baby carrier:

Cuddly Wrap (Peapod Creations):

Who is excited??
I know I am!!
Leave me a comment and let me know what grand prize you'd love to win!!

~Mama of the Littles~