One of the benefits of having so many children is that the younger ones actually learn by watching the older children. We do not usually have much fuss when we ask the younger children to do something (oh there are exceptions to that with certain ones at certain times, don’t worry!) It was so cute when we were getting the garlic done because the garbage can was still out after sweeping and our one and only toddler in the house took it upon himself to put it back. Call it his contribution to the family work. But the thing is the garbage can is just as big as he is! You can see baby helping here, proof that toddlers can help. Or sort of. (wry smile!)
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Our Cherub – Wordless Wednesday
Like Go-Go Boy’s little “beaver” face? He is teething. He’s got two of his top four teeth in and has been making this face. He only has one on the bottom gum with three more to go. Well, we all know he has more than that but those are the bumps we see working their way through right now. He is usually as happy as he is in these photos, but has some cranky times too.
He’s our only child that got both my dimples. You would think of eight children more of them would have got them, but a couple others only got one! Isn’t that different?
So much for Wordless Wednesday! 
***Closed***12 Days of Christmas Giveaways – Day 11- Happy Baby Food!
Congratulations to Richard! You won this giveaway! Thanks to all who entered and to the wonderful sponsors! Winner chosen by random.org
On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to YOU! A entire line of Happy Baby Food Organic healthy kids meals! Not that I give my children baby food for Christmas, but hey this will save you money so you CAN buy more gifts.
This includes:
Happy Baby Pouches or Happy Tot Pouches- (you get to pick the flavors) “Our pouches are BPA and phthalate free. These sealed pouches also allow us to naturally preserve all of our 1: starting solids, 2: simple combos, 3: balanced meals, and 4:organic superfoods for tots & tykes organic purees without additives. And our pouch packaging allows us to cook all of our baby food at a lower temperature than jarred baby food—giving them not only great flavor, but a significantly higher level of nutrition.”
Happy Bellies Baby Cereal- (you pick the flavor) “HAPPYBELLIES cereals are the first organic baby cereal to incorporate DHA for brain and eye development and the first baby food to incorporate the power of probiotics for baby’s wellness. Organic + Immunity + A whole lot more . . . Probiotic protection: Good bacteria specially formulated to help strengthen your baby’s digestive system which can protect against the development of allergies, Enriched: with DHA for eye and brain development, plus iron, vitamins and minerals essential to baby’s health, Doctor endorsed: Recommended by and developed with Dr.Sears, 100% natural: We support sustainable agriculture. No pesticides, no chemical fertilizers, no genetically engineered ingredients (GEIs). BPA FREE”
Happy Bites Healthy Kids Meals- (you get to pick the product) A complete line of nutrition for your toddler and young child, HAPPYBITES are yummy, balanced meals in easy-to-pick-up handheld sizes. They taste great with flavors kids love and are packed with hidden veggies in every bite!
Happy Melts- (you get to pick the flavor) HAPPYMELTS are a truly delicious and nutritious treat made with the goodness of organic yogurt and fruit. This yummy snack offers protein, low-sugar, and the added boost of pre and probiotics for digestive wellness.
Happy Baby Organic Meals- (you get to pick the flavor) Each box has 12 individual cubes of baby food, so there is no waste and no heating in plastic. Just pop out what you need, heat, and enjoy. We created optimally nourishing recipes with Dr Sears, select the best organic ingredients, steam, puree, and flash freeze to lock in the taste, texture and color of real fresh foods, so you don’t have to!
Happy Baby Puffs- (you get to pick the flavor) Made with whole grains, our HAPPYBABY PUFFS come in three organic flavors to give baby variety and build growing palettes. Supplemented with vitamins and minerals, our Puffs also come in green packaging that allowed us to reduce our imprint, offer 40% more in each container, and pass the savings on you!
Enter to win these fabulous products! You’ll be getting a total of 6 products!
Mandatory Entry:Tell me what flavor you would choose (of any one of the products) if you won.
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2 Entries: Tweet about this giveaway, but only one tweet per day please. Include your tweet url with your comment. You may write your own tweet or use this one:
Giveaway: Enter to win a line of baby food products! @faithfamilyrevw! http://faithandfamilyreviews.com/?p=5952 Please share! Thx!
5 Entries: Blog about this giveaway and link back this post and Happy Baby Food.
1 Entry: for every comment you leave anywhere else on this blog, but please leave a link with your comment!
5 Entries: Tell me your favorite thing about Christmas.
5 Entries: Tell me a story about your kids.
Details:
This giveaway will run from December 2nd, to Thursday, December, 17th 2010 at midnight CST. The winner will be chosen through Random.org. I will ship one winner their coupons for the product. Winner will be contacted via email on or before December 30th and will be asked for their contact and other pertinent info. Winners will have 48 hours to send me their info at [ffr] [giveaways] [at] [gmail] [dot] [com] (without spaces and parenthesis). Please note: This giveaway is offered to US only.
Thanks and have fun!
Belly Armor Holiday Bundle
I bought Belly Armor’s new Belly Blanket – Chic after Sir Eats Alot was born and although it is not as soft as the Belly Blanket Luxe, it isn’t as hot to have over my lap. It does have a small hole in it already, which I think came from some moth infestation we had when we brought some boxes that were in storage into the house. Very disappointing, but so far it hasn’t become any bigger. I have used it for a blanket for baby as well, especially if I happen to be laying in bed nursing and working on my laptop, as I will make sure I cover him while I work. It has a little hood on the corner like a baby towel does. I like it, but I think I like the Belly Luxe better because it does have a softer feel to it.
Now they have yet another new product on the market. Read more below…
Belly Armor Launches “Belly Band” to Shield Cell Phone and Laptop Radiation
New maternity band utilizes technology to address health concerns from everyday radiation exposure.
NEW YORK, NY, November 22, 2010 – Belly Armor by RadiaShield has recently launched the newest product in their line of maternity clothing and accessories – The Belly Band. Utilizing a silver-fiber textile, Belly Armor products shield radiation from cell phones and other electronic devices with over 99% effectiveness. To address the growing concern over the health effects from this radiation, Belly Armor has adapted this technology into a wearable maternity band.
Maternity bands have, in recent years, become an essential item for expecting mothers to both provide support and prolong the use of pre-pregnancy clothing. The Belly Armor Belly Band aims to capitalize on this trend by providing a band with the added functionality of radiation shielding.
“There are a lot of women out there who will be purchasing a maternity band already, it’s an easy decision to choose the band that will also provide protection against the health risks from everyday radiation,” says Belly Armor CEO, Aileen Chen.
The technology behind The Belly Band is called RadiaShield Fabric. It is lighter than the cotton found in a t-shirt, machine washable, and soft to the touch. The fabric utilizes an effect known as a Faraday cage, which neutralizes incoming radiation in a way similar to a grounding wire neutralizing an electric current.
Health experts advise that pregnant women limit their exposure to this type of radiation, which comes from devices like cell phones, laptops, mp3 players, tablet computers, even baby monitors. Some countries and even parts of the US have begun passing legislation to reduce this type of radiation exposure. France has banned the sale and marketing of cell phones to children and San Francisco recently passed legislation requiring the labeling of cell phone radiation levels.
Belly Armor Belly Bands come in black, white, nude and hot pink and in four sizes. You can find Belly Armor Bands online at bellyarmor.com and at maternity stores across the US and Canada.
About Belly Armor by RadiaShield
Belly Armor by RadiaShield is the definitive resource for information and tools to protect your child against the risks of everyday radiation. Made with RadiaShield® fabric and the highest quality textiles, Belly Armor products provide stylish comfort, convenient safety, and reliable protection. Belly Armor products are available online at http://www.bellyarmor.com and through maternity retailers across the country.
Belly Armor is offering our readers the “faithandfam” for 10% off and it expires on December 31st. They have holiday bundles available, plus you’ll receive an additional 10% off using this code!
Thrifty Thursday: Saving On Baby
Did you know that most of the money people spend is on babies. It’s true babies are expensive! But some ways that you can cut back on baby are below.
Make Your Own Baby Food- Baby food is expensive so making your own baby food will really save you money. All you need is some fruits and veggies, a blender, and antiquate freezing space. Wash, peel and blend the food till there is no chunks in the baby food then freeze the baby food in ice cube trays when frozen you can bag the baby food cubes and keep in the freezer. These will easily defrost in the microwave or in a bowl that’s in a bowl of hot water.
Make Your Own Wipes- Making your own baby wipes can save you alot of money. View a recipe for baby wipes here.
Cloth Diapers- These may be expensive to buy but in the long run these will pay off. Plus you are being good to the environment.
Buy Used- Buy used baby products you can save ALOT of money by shopping at thrift stores and by looking on Freecycyle and Craigslist. Many people are getting rid of high chairs, cribs, and other baby furniture. You can even find baby products at cheaper prices.
Do you have any ways that you save money on your baby?
