Debest for Baby

As a Certified Birth Doula, I am always on the look out for the latest and greatest for mom and baby. When I was recently asked to check out the Debest line of naturally colored baby garments, I couldn’t resist. I received the adorable “Ruffles in Bloom” 2-piece set pictured above and was immediately impressed by the quality. The material is soft and durable to the touch.

A baby’s skin is so sensitive that it is important to consider not just what products you use on their skin, but the dyes and materials in their clothing and bedding as well. The naturally colored cotton in Debest baby garments is organically grown, making it softer to the skin than conventional white cotton. It is also free from harmful chemicals and dyes commonly used in production. With Debest you can protect your baby’s skin and health, while helping to protect the environment.

Over the years I have made an effort to look for organic baby clothing and products to recommend to clients or when shopping for little ones. One thing I’ve noticed is that naturally colored and organic baby clothes tend to lack in variety and style. This is where Debest impressed me even more. I love the colors and flowered pattern of the outfit above. Their other selections are just as cute and stylish. You will find short and long-sleeve options, two-piece sets, sleepers, and blankets in different patterns and styles for girls and boys. Prices and shipping costs are very reasonable and when you sign-up you’ll receive 25% off your first purchase! Whether you’re shopping for a unique gift or buying clothes for your little one, I highly recommend Debest. Your baby deserves only the best!

More Good News! I’ve got an exclusive discount code for TLGP readers…

Purchase $50 or more and receive an extra $10 off. Just enter GREENMAMA10 at check out. Offer expires on 7/15/2014.

For more info and to shop the Debest line visit their WEBSITE,

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Green Your Water Bottle

Plastic water bottles are one of the biggest contributions to the destruction of our planet. Though most are recyclable, they are still ending up in our landfills in large quantities.  I, personally, have always tried to use a refillable water bottle, but have never really found the “ideal” one. Well, I was recently asked to give the FLEXR Sports water bottle a try and have to say…I’m impressed.

First of all, I was able to choose from a variety of colors. I was ready for a break from the standard boring colors and opted for this nice bright pink bottle. 😉 Cooler than that, however, is that the bottle comes with liners which are very easy to insert and replace. They allow for you to always have fresh water and not get that yucky reusable bottle smell. More importantly, they help you to avoid toxins and are biodegradable!  The bottle, cap and liners are all made in the USA and BPA-free. So, not only are you protecting the environment, but also your health and your family, all while saving money.

I’ve been loving my FLEXR Sports water bottle, as it has definitely saved me money. Even better though, it has helped me to drink more water! Though it is known as a “sports bottle”, it is really beneficial for anyone to use. My 7 year old daughter likes to drink from it because it has a “squeeze” feature and a bottle sleeve which make it easy to use and handle. I also love that the cap has  an anti-spill valve. While it’s not completely leak proof, it is definitely helpful for those accidental knock-overs. It also comes with a plug, should you run out of liners or choose not to use them. If you want to drink more water, save money and help protect the planet and your health, I recommend you give FLEXR Sports a chance. Their prices are reasonable and 5% of all sales are donated to charity.

To order your FLEXR Sports water bottle and get more info, visit their WEBSITE. You can also “like” them on FACEBOOK and follow them on TWITTER.

Watch the FLEXR commercial on You Tube.

Go Green with TreeSmart

At the end of August, as Summer vacation came to an end, I wrote the article “Top 10 Green Tips for Back-to-School“.  I wrote a similar article for the GreenDeals Go Green Blog, “Ways to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle for Back to School“.  Last month I even hosted a couple of giveaways and wrote an article on ways to green your child’s school lunch. (To read: Click Here.)  Since then I was introduced to a great line of products that I had to share with my readers.

TreeSmart makes recycled school and office supplies for the entire family. I received the supplies pictured above to sample and, have to say, my daughter and I just love them. Her favorite is the colored pencil kit that is easy to carry in her back pack and store in her desk. The pencils are made from 100% recycled rolled up newspapers!  I love the regular pencils which are also made out of recycled newspapers. Sharpening them is so much smoother and easier than than conventional brand pencils. I use them often in my own office. I really like the neat and simple newspaper print much better than the typical loud and distracting designs. The ruler we received is small enough to fit in my daughter’s pencil case and I really appreciate that it is made from recycled newspaper and plastic. The best part is knowing that I am protecting my daughter from any further exposure to toxic plastics and chemicals.

TreeSmart offers a variety of supplies, including: mechanical pencils, artist pencils, pencil cases, school supply boxes, deluxe sets, and more. Their prices are very reasonable. Best of all, TreeSmart offers custom imprinting and fundraiser programs. Remember, it is never too late to protect our planet by greening up your school and office.

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