Cloth Diaper Giveaway & WAHM Review: Tailored by Erica *CLOSED*

Hey all!!

It has been quite awhile since I have done a review.  But I am super excited to be introducing you to another fabulous work at home mom, Erica from Tailored by Erica.  She has two boys (2 years and 6 months) and together, with her husband, they live on her grandma's farm!  How fun is that!?!  She has been sewing since she was 9 years old and got her first sewing machine for her 10th birthday!  She even made her own prom gowns.  One was John Deere and the other was camouflage!  

That theme has carried over into her cloth diaper shop!  She sells newborn and one size diapers.  Currently all of the ones on Etsy are camo or bandanna print!  Since Hubby and I are a little bit country, I was pretty excited when Erica asked if would do a review.

Cloth Diapers with a country flair!

For review purposes, she sent me a camouflage one size pocket diaper.  And as a thank you, she also sent a newborn cover in the bandanna print.  Super sweet, right?  It is the cutest little thing....

So tiny and precious.  :)

The camo diaper is pretty neat!  My brother, who very rarely has anything to say about material items, told me he really liked my new diaper.  So I knew it was a big hit with him!

Smallest Setting

Largest Setting

There is definitely room to grow!  I will, say, however, the the smallest setting seems a bit big for a one size (OS) diaper.  We have it on the smallest setting right now.  Aelah is 10 months old and almost 19 lbs.  Admittedly, however, she is a bit skinny since she is so long for her age.  But I don't think this would have fit her (without leakage) very long before now.  

UPDATE: Erica let me know after posting this that she is already in the process of adjusting her OS design so that it will fit smaller.  Guess I should have checked with her on that first.  :/

Here is the fit on her right now...

But, honestly, that would be my only complaint.  Outside of that, this diaper is awesome!  Why?

• It is unique...definitely haven't seen very many camo diapers
• It doesn't leak at night!!  Stuffed with a double microfiber insert and a bamboo booster...which is what we put in my other tried and true pockets.
• It has an adorable ruffle on the butt for some added girly-ness!  

Lace is good.  :)

• The inside is made of a very soft almost mesh type material.  It keep baby's bottom dry and actually doesn't stain very easily.   UPDATE: While this fabric is fantastic, Erica has switched to a stay-dry cottom velour for the inside of her diapers.  Apparently, it is very similar to bumGenius 4.0.

Looks run of the line here....

But up close, it is a bit different.  Almost like Gro Via shells....but a bit softer...

• They are affordable!!  You can snag a one size pocket for just $14!  And her newborn diapers are only $10!

I love being able to add a diaper to my stash that I know we will be reaching for often!  This is a 5-Star keeper!!

Ruffle Butt!!

SO cute!

Kissable!

**Additional Note - inserts are not included when purchasing from Tailored by Erica.  However, you can purchase each diaper as a pocket OR cover and the newborn diapers include an AIO (All in One) option.  I love having options!  

As a thank you to Erica for this review and giveaway - be sure to follow her on one of the following social media outlets.  Thanks!

Etsy

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To Buy: Head over to the Etsy shop here.

To Win: Enter to win the diaper of your choice (must be in stock on Etsy) by using the Giveaway Tool below:

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Uniquely Daddy: Zoey's Attic Daddy Gear

So far, our unique Father’s Day gifts include camping gear, a ginger beer kit, a daddy diaper bag, antiques, and a few other things.  Today, I’m bringing you an adorable idea for dads of all ages.

Matching t-shirt sets!!

From Zoey's Attic

And I'm not talking the cheesy kind...I'm talking about t-shirts that Dads will actually want to wear.  Here is our selection:

Adorable Baby!!  Love her grin here.  :)

We absolutely love this set because we can keep using it after our first baby!!  And it is easily dressed up for a little girl.

This is my favorite - black and white polka dots! 

Hubby loves this combination so much that he always wants to wear it.  Shortly after it arrived in the mail, we had friends come over.  As soon as he got home from work he changed into his shirt and made sure that I got the baby changed so he could show off.  ;)  And people really do think it's pretty cute!

And if you don't like the grey baby shirt you can also get white, light pink, or light blue.  I love having options!  

These shirts come from a pretty neat little store called Zoey's Attic.  Like a few other shops I have highlighted, this shop was started because there was a lack of unique items for babies.  With a background in graphic design, Erin new she had an opportunity on her hands.  Erin's mom gave her first daughter, Bridget a small zebra names Zoey when she was born.  Since it was a connection between all three generations, Erin used the name for her shop!  And attics, well, to quote the website, "everyone knows that there are wonderful, unexpected treasures to be found in an attic."

Here are some of our other Father's Day favorites:

Who doesn't love mustaches these days!?!  Find this set here.

This is how we stumbled across the Daddy items...since baby girl's name means "oak tree" in Hebrew, we thought this was super cute.  But Hubby really liked the "Adorable Baby" set better... Find this set here.

  

After we have a couple more kiddos, I would love to get this for my dad!  Find this set here.

But they carry more than just items for Dads!  They have all sorts of things for babies and families and much more!  There is something for everyone!

  

To Buy: Head on over to the Zoey's Attic Website and take a look around.  Right now you can use the code NOTIES for 10% off for Father's Day!

To Win: One reader will win a $35 gift code to spend on whatever they like...but don't forget - Father's Day is just around the corner!!  Use the Giveaway Tool below for your chance to win.

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Review and Giveaway: "How to Work from Home and Make a Six Figure Income" Udemy Series *CLOSED*

In exchange for an honest review, I was given access to the Udemy course, "How to Work from Home and Make a Six Figure Income" for free.

I was a little unsure if this was something I wanted to review, it sounded a bit...well...scammy.  But as I read over everything, I noticed this little tidbit of information:

There are 5 different ways to make six figures that instructor, Dave Expino, includes.  In order to be included, there were the parameters he set: It must be able to be done from home, must be easy to start, easy to learn, cost nothing or very little, and you must be able to legitimately make six figures.  (Screen shot from Udemy course)

I can honestly say that he did an excellent job of staying within those parameters.  While nothing was super new information for me, I still was able to learn a few things and taking this course gives me access to a lot more as well.

There is plenty of insight given for each topic.  I am willing to bet anyone can learn something from this course.  For instance, did you know that some companies will pay affiliates 100% commission!?!  

I really appreciated that Dave made note of what types of people would be good at each method of monetization:

And he is extremely thorough about this matter. (Screen shot from Udemy course)

It was because of these lists and Dave's thorough explanations of each method that I learned affiliate marketing is simply not for me.  Not as a means of income anyways...

He is perfectly honest about what might be risky and what takes work.  He also gives reasons as to why it might not work for you.

Dave Espino clearly knows what he is talking about and is an expert at each subject he discusses, sharing his experience as well as trials and errors along the way.

My favorite part is that he ends with, "God Bless." While it may seem a simple thing, not very many businessmen include God in anything they do.  I ended the course with a smile.

A Udemy Course

If you are looking for ways to make money from home and aren't afraid of the work that goes along with it, I definitely recommend this Udemy course!  If you follow this link, you can purchase the course now for just $17 (it is usually $97). 

One reader will WIN their own access to the course for FREE (giveaway ends May 11).  For your chance to win, leave me a comment below answering the questions: Why do you want to work from home?


With a little one at home, I am ready to put in the work that I need to so that I can be home with her.  It is so very important to me.

My Absolute Favorite Diaper (WAHM Review & Giveaway) *CLOSED*

Hey all!!  I may be more excited about this WAHM review than any before.  Why?  Because Christina and I share the same faith.  We are sisters in Christ and since I first began talking to her last June or July, we had an instant connection because of this.  But I’m also excited about this review because I absolutely LOVE this diaper!

I was given a free diaper in exchange for an open & honest review.  No other compensation was exchanged.  All opinions are my own.

Let me give you a brief background of this wonderful small business - like many moms, Christina wasn't happy with the diapers she was using.  So she decided to start making her own.  Soon, people were asking where she got her diapers and before she knew it, Fruit of the Womb Diapers was born!  Her and her hubby have nine kiddos!  Nine!  I love it!!  They also donate a portion of all their proceeds to Bridgehaven Pregnancy Support Center in Cedar Rapids, IA.  I really love this because I, myself, have recently taken a job at a pregnancy center.  :)

The diapers Christina makes are extremely unique.  She came up with the design herself and I have never seen anything like it.  As soon as I opened the package, before we even used it, I knew this diaper was going to be one of our new favorites.  You could instantly tell that it was made very well and that it was super absorbent.  It is, hands down, our new favorite diaper...especially overnight!

Comes in pretty cute packaging!  ;)

Adorable little elephants.  :D

And the bum!

I know that overnight is a struggle.  When people ask me how I like using cloth or how it has gone, I first say how much I absolutely love it but also note that there is a learning curve.  At this point, I usually mention that it took us quite a while to find an overnight solution and that we had to deal with leaks.  If I had not had the limitless access to cloth diaper blogs and facebook groups, I may have given up.  I think the key to overnight is to just keep trying until you find something that works for you.

And I bet that this one will!

 

This OS (one size) Fruit of the Womb diaper can be used as an AIO (All in One) or an AI2 (All in Two).  One insert is sewn in.  And a second insert can be snapped in.  

It does take a bit of time to dry....but soooooo worth it!

With the second insert snapped in, we have never had a leak overnight, not even close.  When I say “not even close” I’m sure some moms know what I’m talking about.  But let me clarify - there are mornings that Little Miss will wake up without wet sheets or wet PJ’s…but I can tell as I take off her diaper that there is not room for one more drop of pee and that she was headed straight for a leak if I had left her in it any longer.  This happens with probably half of my overnight solutions.  Which, for me, means that they aren’t the perfect solution.  Thankfully, this super cute elephant diaper is a perfect solution. 

In fact, I decided to try it last night without the extra insert and it STILL worked wonderfully!  This means that I know I have a diaper that will work if she decides to become even more of a heavy wetter!  Which is awesome.  I know exactly where I will turn to if we start to leak at night again!!  Fruit of the Womb.

Another thing I would like to mention is that I am usually pretty leery of hook & loop (Velcro).  I had gotten a few diapers at the beginning with hook & loop that I’m positive will not be of use soon.  She has already discovered the tabs during changing time and it wouldn’t take much effort to pull them right open because they aren’t very sticky.  It is for this reason, I’ve steered clear of hook & loop diapers.  Even though they are a bit easier…

Thankfully, the hook & loop that Fruit of the Womb uses is phenomenal!  That stuff is like glue!  It sticks and means it!  This is another reason I fell head over heels for this diaper.  It is sooooo easy to use and I don’t have to worry about the tabs coming undone.

I also love the fold down rise.  Only a few of my diaper have this function and I’ve never seen one with hook & loop before.  I love it!  No snaps or hook & loop touching baby’s skin at any point and it makes the “one-size” part of the diaper pretty nice!

1. Rise shown up.   2. Rise shown folded down.   3. What the inside looks like when the rise is up (no hook & loop touching baby's sensitive skin).

But here is my absolute favorite part of this diaper – the tag!

Cute right??  :D

When a company is faith-based, I have more confidence in buying the product and working with the people.  Fruit of the Womb definitely holds that standard high.

Here's what the diaper looks like on:

Oh how I love those chunky legs!!

One thing I do need to mention, the turn around time for Fruit of the Womb dipes is two-three weeks  But with nine kids and being a tremendous success at her business, I can completely understand this.  I know it is hard for me to get much done during the week and I only have one little lady to contend with.  Fun fact – Christina’s youngest is just a month older than our Aelah.  We were belly buddies.  ;)

Some other items you can grab at Fruit of the Womb: Diaper Covers, Prefolds, Flats, Bibs, Burp Cloths and more!

Be sure to follow Fruit of the Womb on your favorite social media:

Facebook

Twitter

Pinterest

Etsy

And don’t forget to check out the Fruit of the Womb website HERE.

TO BUY: Head on over to the webpage or Etsy and use code: 15OFF for 15% off (Expires April 30, 2015) (Thanks Christina!)

TO WIN: One reader will win a $25 credit to the shop (the OS diaper would be a perfect buy!).  Use the Giveaway Tool below for your chance to win!

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The Terebinth Tree Shop + a Giveaway Hop *CLOSED*

Welcome to the "For the Love of Mom" Giveaway Hop hosted by Mama's Baby Cupcakes & Mommy's Favorite Things. The theme of this event is great gifts for mother's, and each blog participating has a prize valued at $25+. This hop is April 7-21 and your winnings arrive just in time for Mother's Day!

Hey all!! Bri from Learning to Be 31 here....I hope you had a fantastic Easter!!  

Are you looking for a great gift for that special mom in your life??  I may have the solution:

A $25 Gift Code to The Terebinth Tree: Natural Cleaning and Natural Bath & Body Products!  Our very own, brand new, Etsy shop!

Find out a little bit more about the shop here.  

Here are a few pics for a sneak peek at what they have in store:

Deodorant & Vapor Rub

Goo Remover, All-Purpose Cleaner Concentrate, & Carpet Scrubbing Concentrate

From now, until May 21st, you can use the discount code MOMHOP10 for 10% off!

Use the Giveaway Tool below for your chance to win:

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Disclosure: 

Mama's Baby Cupcakes, Mommy's Favorite Things and the "Love for Mom" participating bloggers are not responsible for sponsors who do not fulfill prize obligations.

Big News: I'm Officially a WAHM!

Thanks to the inspiration of working with so many successful Work-at-Home-Moms (WAHMS), I have decided to venture out on my own.

Introducing.....

Open for Business!

As some of you know, I believe that God has called me to be a stay at home mom.  My place is with my daughter and in my home.  Call me old-fashioned, but this is what I was born to do.

In an effort for me to make a bit of income (which we really do need), Hubby casually mentioned that I should sell some of the stuff that I make for us.  

We have both learned so much about the chemicals in our cleaning products, as well as the chemicals in our bath & body products, that we've slowly started switching everything over.  And we both believe that there are a lot of other people out there, like us, who are sick of chemical ridden products.  Why add nasty ingredients when natural ones work just as well?

So... We have officially started selling natural cleaners and natural body products!  And I am SO excited!!  We named the shop after our daughter, Aelah, which is Hebrew for Terebinth Tree (find out more about her name here and more about the process of naming our shop here).

Live locally??  Keep an eye out for us at craft shows!  We had a first one last week and we've hit the ground runnin'!  ;)

We are starting small but hope to grow.  You see, I won't sell anything that I haven't perfected in our home.  And sometimes that takes time.  I tend to combine recipes to get the best of the best.  But sometimes something isn't quite right.  Our laundry detergent, for example, went through 2 or 3 changes before I settled on the best recipe: something that cleans well, lasts a long time, and doesn't leave any residue!

Rest assured that if you're buying from our shop, it is a tried and true recipe.  No chemicals.  No additives.  Just natural ingredients.

So what all are we selling anyways???

For the time being, here is our list:

• All-Purpose Cleaner Concentrate
• Carpet Cleaner Concentrate (great for use in carpet scrubbers as well as spot-cleaning)
• Goo Remover
• Laundry Detergent (not listed on the shop yet but will be very soon!)
• Deodorant
• Organic Vapor Rub

Natural and Simple.

Follow us on Facebook here.

or

Favorite our Etsy shop here.

And....drum roll please...

Make sure to stop by on Monday for a giveaway sponsored by The Terebinth Tree.  One reader will win store credit of $25!

Plus, use discount code MYBLOG10 for 10% off!

If you could switch over one product: cleaning or bath & body....what would it be??

WAHM Giveaway & Review: Cloth Diaper Safe Rash Salve

I was given free product in exchange for an open & honest review.  No other compensation was exchanged.  All opinions are my own.

I would like to introduce you to a hard-working momma - Nicole from Little Black Cat Organics.  In her own words, she is "a work at home mom to a very energetic young man and a very small little lady."

Photo Courtesy of Nicole.

She began her cloth diapering adventure with her little man and started making her own!  After perfecting her diapers she decided it would be a great business venture.  And 2 years ago (this month!) she opened her Etsy Shop.  

Here is a glimpse at some of my favorite items from LBC Organics (but there is SO much more!):

Fitteds that look heavenly! (photo courtesy of LBC Organics)

There are even prints! (photo courtesy of LBC Organics)

Hemp/Bamboo Inserts (photo courtesy of LBC Organics)

Wool Covers as well as other covers, AIO's, and AI2's (photo courtesy of LBC Organics)

A Variety of Skin Care Products (Picture courtesy of LBC Organics)

Nicole sent me some of their Green Bum Balm Diaper Rash Salve which is CLOTH DIAPER SAFE!!  Woot woot!

That REALLY works!

The cutest little jar!

Perfectly smooth and creamy...

We are absolutely in love with this Bum Balm!  Usually when Aelah is a little red or rashy we just use coconut oil.  And most of the time it does a pretty decent job.  But sometimes it just doesn't cut the mustard.  

However, this Bum Balm has been amazing!  She had a tiny little rash on her bum last week.  Put this on before bed and it was gone in the morning!

But my very favorite perk??  Aelah's cheeks are horribly dry.  And the coconut oil doesn't help much.  I started putting the bum balm on her cheeks and they have changed drastically.  They are so wonderfully smooth!  Just like when she was born.  :)

Do you know what this means??  You can use the bum balm for YOU too!  No more dry skin!!  Yeah!

Working with Nicole has been a pleasure.  The process has been simple and smooth and I have zero complaints!  I highly, highly recommend LBC Organics!  This shop is especially great for those who live a "crunchy" lifestyle - from nursing pads, to natural skin care...there is something for everyone!

You can follow Little Black Cat Organics on these social media platforms:

Etsy

Facebook

Twitter

Remember, this month is LBC Organic's second birthday!!  It would be so super sweet of you to swing by and and leave a Happy Birthday on your favorite social media!  

Because of this big birthday, there is currently a 15% discount on everything in the store (discount has already been applied).  Even more awesome is that Nicole has given the readers of Learning to Be 31 a discount code for an additional 5% off!

Thanks Nicole!!

  
She has also offered to give away a Green Bum Balm Diaper Rash Salve!!  I am so excited for you guys.  This stuff rocks!

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