eOrganicBaby Blog

Fun Water Fact...

2010-10-13T19:27:00.000-06:00

Fun fact: it takes 2.5 gallons of water to produce one sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 paper (courtesy of Denver Water)... So go paperless today and change over to receive your monthly bills electronically!

Free Shipping on Orders of $75 or more!

2010-09-30T20:12:00.004-06:00

That's right, for the month of October, enjoy free shipping on orders of $75.00 or more. Shop now and save!

Are your sheets killing you?

2010-09-26T16:07:00.002-06:00

With one third of your life spent in bed (and even more for newborns – up to 20 hours per day) don’t you deserve to sleep in the best possible environment?

In the U.S., it takes nearly a third of a pound of chemicals to grow enough conventional cotton for one t-shirt so just imagine how much it takes to make a set of sheets (not to mention blankets, comforters, etc.). Additionally, conventionally-grown cotton occupies only 3% of the world's farmland, but uses 25% of the world's chemical pesticides.

And, to make matters worse, it’s estimated that less than 10% of the chemicals applied to cotton are actually accomplishing their tasks! The 90% that remain are absorbed into the plant, air, soil, and water.

What can you do to sleep better?

We chose to go organic and you should, too. It just sense. For all the time you spend in bed, make it count.

What is organic cotton?

Organic cotton is the same cotton you’re used to it’s just grown using methods and materials that have a low impact on the environment. The goal of organic farming is to replenish and maintain soil fertility and reduce the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers. And these are monitored and certified by third-party organizations.

What are the benefits of organic cotton?

1. Farms achieve and maintain a lower carbon footprint as the entire process consumes less fuel and energy and emits fewer greenhouse gases.
2. Doesn’t use genetically modified cottonseed.
3. Grown with natural rather than synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, no chemical defoliants used.
4. Eco-friendly processing that does not compromise workers' health and helps reduce water and electric use and toxic runoff, e.g. non-chlorine bleach, silicon-free softeners and low impact, azo-free dyes.
5. Strict testing ensures the absence of contaminants like nickel, lead, formaldehyde, amines, pesticides and heavy metals.
6. People with allergies and chemical sensitivity especially benefit from organic cotton clothing, as conventional cotton may retain harmful toxic residues. Even if you don't have sensitive skin, organic cotton will just feel better against your skin.

Where can you find 100% certified organic bed and bath items for your little one?

Well, right here of course! We are pleased to offer these luxurious, 100% certified organic cotton bed and bath items by Coyuchi. We carry the basics to as well as hand embroidered crib blankets, crib bumper covers, and pillow shams.

Coyuchi was founded 20 years ago in Point Reyes Station, a small, rustic town on the Northern California coast (and if you’ve never been there, you must make the effort!). There, surrounded by ocean and forest, beach and bluff, they created a line of home textiles rooted in nature. Everything designed to comfort and rejuvenate - body, mind and spirit - to help you turn your home into a sanctuary.

So, stop by to outfit the your little one's bed with the most luxurious, 100% certified organic cotton bedding available.

Information was compiled using facts and statistics from the Organic Trade Association, OrganicCotton.com, and HAEnow.com

eOrganicBaby partners with Violet's Peapod

2010-09-19T08:08:00.006-06:00

We are thrilled to announce our new partnership with Violet's Peapod!

Violet's Peapod offers a unique line of baby sleep sacks that are designed and produced in the U.S.A. using natural and organic fabrics.

Used in Europe for over three decades, baby sleep sacks have gained significant popularity here in the U.S. We've used them with each of our three girls and can't stress enough how easy they are to use and how well they kept our little ones snug through the night!

For those of you not familiar with the sleep sack, they are essentially wearable blankets which are worn over pajamas. And, since they replace loose blankets in the crib, it provides a safer sleeping environment for babies.

Stop by, take a look and pick up one of these 100% organic cotton sleep sacks for your precious one today (they also make great gifts for new parents!).

DIY Hand Sanitizer

2010-02-27T09:48:00.003-07:00

Hey all -

Having three little ones around guarantees that we will encounter our fair(!) share of sniffles... I ran across this post today and liked the DIY recipe for hand sanitizer (below). Check it out and check out the whole post on naturemoms.com by clicking on the title above!

Lisa

DIY Hand Sanitizer
1/4 Cup Witch Hazel
1/4 Cup aloe vera gel
1 tsp vegetable glycerin
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
8-10 drops tea tree essential oil

Mix the ingredients in a small glass jar, shake well. Dab on hands and rub it in for a safe way to sanitize hands and kill germs.

Getting Ready for the Holidays

2009-12-04T21:20:00.000-07:00

Let's face it, we all have the best intentions when it comes to the holidays - a beautifully decorated home, all the baking done, presents wrapped (before Christmas morning!), all along singing "chestnuts roasting on an open fire..."

Um, by the way, do you know that chestnuts actually explode if you put them on a fire without scoring them...? But, I digress, and that's a story for another time.

A few years back we had the grand idea of cutting down our own Christmas tree. Here in Colorado there are several places run by the US Forest Service, where one can make an adventure of this annual event.

So, we loaded up the car with our two girls (we've had one more since then) and Grandpa (72 years young) and thought we'd make a day of it.

An hour car ride later, and another hour or so of trudging up and down hillsides, and then finding out that the farther you go into the woods the father you have to drag the tree back... Long story short, it wasn't the Norman Rockwell day, but it was our own. We can now look back and laugh at dragging our Grandpa all over kingdom come to look for our Charlie Brown tree.

What I'm trying to say is, even if things don't come off quite as planned don't forget to enjoy all the little mishaps of the holidays. They make up some of our fondest memories, after all.

New Product Spotlight - Fierce Hugs!

2009-12-02T17:23:00.000-07:00

We are very pleased to present to you our newest product line - Fierce Hugs! When we came across these shirts we just fell in love with them. I think you’ll agree they’re truly unique.

A little bit about Fierce Hugs...

Started by two friends, Fierce Hugs packs imagination, sustainability and a healthy eco-friendly lifestyle into remarkably soft organic baby clothes using 100% organic cotton. These high quality organic baby shirts are made with fair labor and are designed by independent illustrators for cool and original graphics. The result? Baby shirts that are delightfully eclectic and are playfully offbeat and mildly edgy in a fuzzy, baby-safe way!

These unique shirts make the perfect baby shower gift and come packaged in a cool eco-friendly gift box - sure to be the cutest gift at the party!

Check out the full line Fierce Hugs Organic Tees! We think you'll love them as much as we do.

Hello from the new owners!

2009-11-08T16:47:00.000-07:00

Hello All!

Just a brief note of introduction. My husband and I recently purchased eOrganicBaby from Amy and Ashley and are very excited about our new endeavor!

We're diving in with both feet and are almost complete with the transition. Lots of things for us to learn and do! Please check back here and on the website often as there are changes happening by the minute (or at least it seems that way right now!).

Looking forward to our future interactions.

Lisa & David Carpenter

Chilled Veggie Bean Salad

2009-07-06T13:09:00.000-06:00

Chilled Veggie Bean Salad

Combine the following ingredients together in a medium sauce pan, bring to a boil. Stirring until sugar dissolves.

3/4 cup vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon water
1/4 cup sucanat

Combine the following veggies and mix together with the vinegar mixture above:

1 can (16 oz) French style green beans, drained
1 can (17 oz) English peas, drained
1 can (12 oz) shoe peg whole kernel corn, drained
1 jar (2 oz) chopped pimento, drained
1 cup chopped celery
1 green pepper, finely chopped
1 bunch green onions, chopped

Cover and place in refrigerator for 12 hours, stirring occasionally.

Monday's Recipe

2009-06-22T11:36:00.000-06:00

Wagon Wheel Pasta

This is such a whimsical-looking mix, it’s bound to lure most any diner. It features ruote, a wagon wheel-shaped pasta, multicolored veggies and a snowfall of grated cheese.

The recipe is adapted from one that a friend shared with me years ago; you are welcome to adapt it further, as I do almost every time I make it--it’s just that kind of recipe. If I’m serving it as a main course, for example, I might stir in some slivered Organic Prairie Pepperoni Slices or cooked Italian Chicken Sausage rounds.

Servings: 8

Ingredients:

2 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, soaked in hot water 20 minutes and cut into slivers
1/2 cup coarsely chopped imported black olives
1/2 cup each diced sweet red and green bell pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped fennel bulb
1/2 cup finely diced red onion
zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic, mashed to a paste
1 1/2 cups Newman's Own Organic Lighten Up Light Organic Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing (or to taste)
1 pound ruote (“wagon wheels”) pasta
1 package (6 ounces) Organic Valley Italian Blend Shredded Cheese
1/2-3/4 cup Organic Valley Shredded Parmesan, divided
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Several whole basil leaf clusters

Instructions:

1. Combine tomato slivers, olives, bell peppers, fennel, onion, lemon zest and juice, garlic and dressing in a large bowl; let stand 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.

2. Cook pasta in lots of boiling, salted water until just tender; let stand for several minutes to drain well. Toss the still-warm pasta with the dressing-vegetable mixture.

3. Bring to room temperature, stirring occasionally. Stir in Italian Blend Cheese, half the Parmesan and the chopped basil. Just before serving, sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and garnish with basil clusters.

Copyright by Terese Allen

Cool New Onesies - Limited Time!

2009-06-02T12:41:00.000-06:00

Check out these amazing onesies "Peacful Patriot" and "Wind Power". We just love Ire Star products and are so excited to offer you these awesome onesies from their organic baby clothing line for the smallest fashion fanatics! These onesies are only available for a limited time. To make it even better they are being offered at only $26 ( reg. $30). Cool organic onesies at a great price - what could be better than that?

This is what Ire Star has to say about their organics:

"Welcome to the line of organic cotton baby clothing by Irie Star! We've created a sweet and funky line of ecological baby shirts for the smallest fashion fanatics.

We use sustainable, clean, organic fibers for these shirts because we believe your baby should have a pure, healthy start in life. Not only that, but organic farming leaves the world green for their generation, and generations after that. That's pretty positive.

All shirts are designed and ethically made in the USA. Each shirt comes boxed for easy gifting."

Remember, these new onesies are only available for a limited time sooooo....HAPPY SHOPPING!

Cleaning Baby's Nursery

2009-06-01T13:11:00.000-06:00

Instead of our usual Monday Recipe that you all have become accustomed to, we decided to throw in this helpful article and "mix it up" a little!

Check back next week for another new Recipe!

As important as cleaning your kitchen and bathroom your baby''s nursery should be top on your list of cleanliness.

In your baby''s nursery is an important room to keep clean. This simple list will help you keep on track with the basic cleaning details for baby''s room.

We spend hours and lots of money making sure this room is a haven for our special little ones, take the time to make sure it stays that way.

Use this simple baby nursery cleaning list to ensure your little one''s surroundings are taken care of.

With the hectic daily care of a baby you''re often left with little time to clean. Do your best to try and find a spare 5 minutes daily to keep the nursery a clean nurturing place.

In wiping down your baby''s room make sure you are using a non-toxic cleaner for. There are some great ones on the market that take care of odors and disinfect.

Daily -

For very young babies change the mattress sheet daily or every few days. Leaky diapers and other accidents are common and expected so be prepared to clear them up fast. Have several crib sheets for quick changes. Keep baby''s mattress fresh. If the mattress is not of the waterproof kind, purchase a couple of mattress covers so you can rotate these also. If you mattress itself is the waterproof kind wipe it down with non-toxic cleaner each time you change it. Takes just a few seconds and clears up anything that may have leaked through.

Change out the diaper pail and wipe it down with a non-toxic odor eliminating cleaner. If you don''t do it daily do it several times a week. A few minutes airing in the out of doors is a good idea also.

Air the room with the windows open for about 15 minutes. Try to do this in the morning.

You may need to do laundry daily with a small baby. Or at least several times a week.

Straighten toys and belongings. Put away clean clothing.

If you travel daily check diaper bag and restock. If not save this for once a week. A diaper bag list is a great idea to keep from leaving anything behind.

Weekly -

Dust baby''s room. A simple damp rag will do the job. Add a drop of lavender essential oil for a calming scent through the room.

Wash baby blankets.

Vacuum floor.

Wipe down changing table with a non-toxic disinfecting cleaner.

Monthly -

If you have curtains wash them. Don''t put dry clean only in baby''s room. Clean windows.

Wash baby''s bath toys. A quick swish in dish washing soap. Wash out baby''s bath tub.

Wipe out diaper bag. Spills can happen.

Semi-Annually-

Vacuum under baby''s furniture.

Clean out baby''s closet.

Baby will be a year before you know it and helping you clean shortly after that.

Use this simple cleaning list to keep baby''s room in top order.

Lists are the best way to stay organized. For a simply lovely way to stay organized see Household Notes .For more on cleaning your home visit Homemaking Organized
Copyright (c) 2007 Free Online Library

Monday Recipe - Organic Burgers

2009-05-25T11:38:00.000-06:00

Organic Burgers Recipe

New Monday, New Recipe!

2009-05-19T10:54:00.000-06:00

Vegetable Upside-Down Casserole
By Nava Atlas

Everyone likes fruity upside-down cakes; why not try the same approach with vegetables? This casserole, which is fun to make and even more fun to eat, has quickly become a family favorite. It’s a great way to use up small amounts of fresh or frozen vegetables; you can keep it simple or come up with more sophisticated combinations, as tastes dictate.

3 to 4 cups cut-up vegetables of your choice
2 tablespoons light olive oil
1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
¼ cup wheat germ
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup low-fat yogurt or soy yogurt
¾ cup low-fat milk, rice milk or soy milk
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup grated cheese or non-dairy cheese of your choice, optional

1. Saute the vegetables in olive oil until just tender. Set aside.

2. Preheat the over to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly oil and shallow, round two-quart casserole or a 9”x13” baking pan.

3. Combine the flour, wheat germ, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a mixing bowl. Make a well in the center and add the yogurt, milk and vegetable oil. Stir together until well mixed.

4. Pour the vegetables into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with the cheese, if using, then pour the batter evenly over the vegetables, gently smoothing it out with a spatula.

5. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the top is golden and firm. Let stand for about 10 minutes, then cut into wedges or squares to serve.
© Nava Atlas; excerpted from The Vegetarian Family Cookbook by Nava Atlas

Monday's Recipe

2009-05-11T13:29:00.000-06:00

Here's a healthy alternative to a kid's classic...just remember to try to use Organic ingredients whenever possible to give your family the best advantage!

Turkey Burgers
Prep: 5 min, Cook: 10 min.

* 1 clove garlic, crushed
* 3 Tbs. lemon or lime juice
* 2 Tbs. parsley, chopped
* 1 lb. ground turkey, formed into 1 patty per serving
* 4 hamburger buns
* 1/2 cup ketchup
* 2 Tbs. mustard
* 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles
* 1/2 onion, sliced

Prepare grill or broiler. Combine first 3 ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Season turkey patties with pepper to taste. Arrange patties on a broiler pan. Broil 4 minutes. Turn and drizzle with lemon mixture. Broil another 4 minutes or until cooked throughout. Drizzle with any remaining lemon mixture. Serve on buns with desired condiments.

Courtesy of: organic.org

We want to hear from you !

2009-05-02T06:11:00.000-06:00

I have been thinking a lot lately about the 5 years since I had my first child. I have always eaten a healthy diet but my real "organic" education started when I was pregnant. In the five years since I have, over time, incorporated more and more organic food into our families diet and now buy it

( almost) exclusively. If I can't buy organic then I try to get local produce, that hasn't been sprayed with crazy chemicals to ripen it on its 3,000 mile trip to get to my grocery store.

My next step was starting to purchase organic bedding and clothing for my family..... this is what sits against our skin every day. Our POURUS skin. It takes about 1/3 pound of chemicals to make a conventional t-shirt....yuck!! There are so many amazing organic and eco-friendly clothing and bedding designers out there right now that shopping for these items is a great experience. We get really excited here at eOrganicbaby.com when we find new, beautiful, safe products to share with you!

We would love to hear your stories/opinions on "going green", buying organic. Was it a long process? Did you jump in with both feet? Did it take the birth of a child, like me, to really motivate you? What do you consider most important to buy organic? Any tips for those just starting to buy organic products?

Send us your stories and be sure to include your first name and city so we can share with other eOrganicbaby.com friends.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Warmest,

Ashley

(Last) Monday's Recipe

2009-04-18T09:26:00.000-06:00

Great for when your kids are under the weather...=)

Very Veggie Broth
This is a favorite recipe from The Petit Appetit Cookbook as it is a basic broth recipe for a baby’s bottle or sippy cup. It delivers a punch of calcium and vitamin C for a child (or any age) needing a liquid diet or vitamin pick-me-up. Serve warm or cool in a cup or bottle for baby. Also this broth freezes well in ice cube trays for later use.

Makes about 3 cups; 6 servings

1 quart cold water
1 cup organic cauliflower flowerets, (about 3 to 4 ounces)
1 cup organic broccoli florets (about 2 to 3 ounces)
1 cup organic collard or dandelion greens, rinsed and roughly chopped
1 cup rounds organic carrots, (about 3 to 4 ounces)

Place water in a medium pot with a lid. Add vegetables and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to simmer and cover pot. Cook for 1 hour.

Strain broth and reserve vegetables. These can be pureed or mashed for baby.

Lisa Barnes is author of The Petit Appetit Cookbook: Easy, Organic Recipes to Nurture Your Baby and Toddler, Williams-Sonoma: Cooking For Baby, and lives in Sausalito, California.
Image Credit: © Rmarmion | Dreamstime.com
OrganicToBe.org | OrganicToGo.com

Recipe of the Week

2009-04-10T09:28:00.000-06:00

Butternut Squash Puree

1 ¼ pound organic butternut squash, about 3 cups

Oven Method: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cut squash into quarters; remove seeds and place cut side down in a baking pan. Pour ¼ cup water in bottom of pan. Bake squash until fork tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from oven and scoop out flesh.

Puree the squash in a food processor after cooking, until you’ve reached the desired consistency. You may want to add 1 to 2 tablespoons water, breast milk or formula to thin.

Microwave directions: Cut squash in quarters (this may be difficult, depending on size) and scoop out seeds. Place squash, skin side down, in a microwave-safe dish. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water and cover tightly, allowing one corner to vent. Microwave on High for 10 to 12 minutes. Check for doneness, cool and proceed with recipe above.

For older babies, cut flesh into chunks that he can pick up and eat himself.

Lisa Barnes is author of The Petit Appetit Cookbook: Easy, Organic Recipes to Nurture Your Baby and Toddler and lives in Sausalito, California.

Cool School Lunches

2009-03-23T10:56:00.000-06:00

Hi Everyone! Here is a great little article I saw on www.organic.org written by Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers, founders of Fresh Baby. They have some great ideas!

As you know by now, all parents have a different idea of what is healthy food and what is not. For years, you have had the opportunity to hand select and monitor what your child eats for lunch. Now it is time to test their ability. It is only natural for your child's eyes to wander and notice, and be envious of, what the other kids are eating. Here are a few tips that may help your child's lunch be healthy, fun and get noticed by the other kids.

The lunchbox: It is important to have the right gear and the lunchbox is an important asset. Consider letting your child pick out his own lunchbox or purchase one and let him decorate it with paint or markers. Make sure your child's name is on it with a permanent marker or paint. Most schools will not provide a refrigerator to store lunchboxes, so you should select an insulated one with a re-usable freezer pack to keep the lunch fresh. Or, instead of using a freezer pack, you can freeze a bottle of water, and add it to the lunch box. It will keep the lunch cold and fresh during morning classes and by lunch time it will have thawed and be ready to drink.

More gear - containers: Those gimmicky, salt, fat and sugar-filled, "Lunchables" trays are very popular with kids. Not because they taste so good, but because look so cool. There is no reason a homemade lunch needs to look dull and unappetizing. Buy colorful containers in different shapes to pack your child’s lunch. They are better than plastic bags and less wasteful too. If your child is drawn to characters, buy some stickers and decorate the containers. Put your child's name on the containers, but it is inevitable that some containers may not make their way home. Another option is to purchase inexpensive or "semi" disposable containers that will not disappoint you if they accidentally end up in the trash.

Offer plenty of choices: Provide small servings and many choices—variety is a key to healthy eating. Providing your child with plenty of variety is not hard or time consuming. Many lunch foods can be prepared, in advance, in large quantities. Each morning, simply fill up small containers with different foods. Quick lunchbox food suggestions include:

Dried fruit
Nuts
Fresh fruit pieces or a piece of whole fruit
Applesauce (no sugar added)
Celery sticks filled with cream cheese and raisins, or white bean dip
Sugar snap peas with Ranch dressing for dipping
Yogurt or a smoothie
Lunch meat roll-ups with cream cheese and an asparagus in the middle
Hard boiled egg
Cheese cubes or string cheese logs
Peanut butter (or sunflower butter) and apple slices or crackers
White bean dip or hummus with carrots and mini pita breads
Whole grain crackers or pretzels
Trail mix made from cereal, nuts and dried fruit

Talk to your child about lunchtime: Don't assume that your child's uneaten lunch is sign that he did not like the food. If you ask a few questions, you may find that your child does not have enough time to eat lunch or that he is spending more time socializing with his friends than actually chewing. Asking questions will give you the opportunity to help him learn other important skills such as managing his time and selecting times to socialize.

Simple Lunch Box Recipes

Pineapple Kabobs

Ingredients:

Pineapple chunks (1/2-inch pieces)
Marble cheese cubes (1/2-inch pieces)
Slices of nitrate-free ham cut into 1-inch squares
Toothpicks

Directions:
Assemble the mini-kabobs on a toothpick in the following manner: Ham square, pineapple chunk, ham square and a cheese cube.

Veggie version: Substitute teriyaki-flavored baked tofu for the ham/cheese. Baked tofu can easily be sliced into small cubes and is very tasty with the pineapple.

Trail Mix
Directions:
Combine any or all of these ingredients in an airtight container and toss gently to mix. Store airtight. Lasts for weeks.

Ingredients:

Dry snacks: cereal (low in sugar—under 5g per serving), small pretzels, graham cracker or rice cake pieces, or animal crackers.

Dried fruits: Cherries, apricots, raisins, mangoes or coconut flakes (Tip: big pieces of dried fruit can be cut up easily using kitchen shears).

Nuts and seeds: sliced almonds, pecan pieces, cashew pieces, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds or peanut pieces.

Kiwi Wraps or rolls
These wraps can be served as a traditional wrap sandwich or slice it into pieces (like a sushi roll) for bite sized treats.

1 tablespoon peanut butter or sunflower butter
1 tablespoon cream cheese
1/2 kiwi
Tortilla—whole wheat or plain (squared)

Instructions:
Remove the skin from the kiwi and slice it into thin rounds. Spread peanut butter over half the wrap and cream cheese on the other half of the wrap. Arrange the kiwi slices evenly over the cream cheese. Beginning on the cream cheese end, gently roll up the tortilla forming a log shape. The peanut butter will act as the glue to keep it together. Serve.

About the authors: Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers are sisters, the mothers of five children, and founders of Fresh Baby (www.FreshBaby.com). Raised by parents who love fresh foods and entertaining, their mom, a gourmet cook, ensured that they were well-equipped with extraordinary skills in the kitchen. Both with long track records of business success, they decided to combine their skills in the kitchen with their knowledge of healthy foods and children to create Fresh Baby. Cheryl and Joan put a modern twist on the conventional wisdom that when you make it yourself, you know it’s better. Their goal at Fresh Baby is to make the task of raising a healthy eater a little bit easier for all parents. Visit them online at www.FreshBaby.com and subscribe to their Fresh Ideas newsletter to get monthly ideas, tips and activities for developing your family's healthy eating habits!

Organic Recipes

2009-03-16T16:23:00.000-06:00

Happy Monday Everyone,

Let's talk food! Every week, Ashley or I will submit a new Organic Recipe for those hungry little mouths...some we created ourselves, some that we "borrow" from others! Feel free to post your recipes for natural goodness here! Send pictures, personal notes, etc - we love to hear from you!

I'll get the ball rolling. And since I'm a foreigner in the kitchen, I'm starting with a simple, yet timeless classic.

For a healthy, filling breakfast, lunch or snack, try peanut butter and bananas on bread (all organic, of course=)). My girls love it. And so full protein and good stuff, kids feel like they're getting a treat, and you're sending them off with lots of healthy energy!!

Spring Arrivals

2009-03-11T10:28:00.001-06:00

Ahhhh, Spring. Better weather, longer days, flowers starting to bloom and best of all....Oscar and Belle's Spring '09 line is here!!

Our order just arrived yesterday and it is adorable. If you haven't tried Oscar and Belle yet you should - gorgeous, stylish pieces that mix and match beautifully and so, so soft. The quality is amazing ( can you tell I'm a big fan??).

Visit us at www.eorganicbaby.com to see for yourself.

Take care all,

Ashley

East vs. West

2009-03-09T13:46:00.000-06:00

So, I know you are used to hearing from Ashley, but I have way too much to say to sit "behind the scenes" any longer. I hope you enjoy!

Even though I'm not from the East, I spent the past week on the Westcoast and I have to say, I definately noticed something...the focus on green and organic living was way stronger there than I've noticed elsewhere. Now, I have to add my disclaimers in: I was in a very affluent area and surrounded by mostly "new" moms with their firstborns. So the time, effort and financial resources avaialble to them are greater than those perhaps availble to "middle-income" America.
And one thing about affluent Moms - they love to be the first to find the next best thing, and they love to dress their kids in the latest fashions (this is a generalization, of course). And since organic is still considered the "new" thing to most, it was great to see all of these cute babies and toddlers being fashionable, comfortable, and best of all-green!
The great thing for me is seeing the general movement towards raising eco friendly and green-thinking kids. People are finally starting to see the benefits and therefore are really excited about teaching their children how to live long, healthy lives in a cleaner world.
Well, off to promote green living...until next time!

Fleurville Bags

2009-02-26T11:05:00.000-07:00

Fleurville has just released the Sling Tote in a new design..."Cocoa Stripe". Its a great addition to their amazing line of bags. I love that it is so gender neutral!

Fleurville is a company we are proud to be associated with and here's why....

"At Fleurville we want to help change the way people feel about products for parents. One increasingly important attribute in our products is environmental sensitivity. You already know that we are one of the few PVC-Free companies in the industry and that we are also rolling out Green-LAM™, our cleaner lamination fabric treatment. We have something new, Re-Run™.
Be a minimalist. Take only what you need. These are some of the guiding principles that shaped the development of our new fabric, Re-Run™. As parents, you are aware of how much stuff you must buy to take care of your baby and how short the product's life is. We wanted to develop a fabric that could minimize your impact on the environment and the amount of gear that goes into land fills everywhere. Re-Run™ is made from recycled plastic water bottles. By buying this product you keep bottles from going into landfill. You are using a product again, so it is a re-run.
We wanted to develop a new fabric for people who want products made of a simple nylon-like fabric that had great environmental properties. By purchasing products made with Re-Run™ you are helping to influence the way that companies make decisions about resources while you set an example for your children."

"Green-LAM™ is created with ®Fleurville's very environmentally friendly polyurethane laminate Green-LAM™. Green-LAM™ has superior attributes like moisture–repellency, UV-resistance, and overall durability. Most other bag companies use PVC for this application. We don't. We hope you share our commitment to teaching children responsible stewardship of our environment.
All of our MotherShips, Sling Totes, Lexie Totes, Mod Pods, and Escape Pods use this green fabric technology!!!"

"PVC-free What does this mean to you? It means that any of our products with this mark are guaranteed to be free of polyvinyl chloride, or PVC. PVC is the only major plastic that contains chlorine, so it is unique in the hazards it creates. PVC production fuses vinyl chloride molecules with toxic metals such as lead and cadmium, which are added as plasticizers and stabilizers. Because of the chemical properties of chlorine, the by-products of PVC production tend to be far more toxic, more persistent in the environment, and more likely to build up in the food supply and the bodies of people than otherwise similar chemicals that do not contain chlorine.
Many other bag manufacturers use PVC because it is cheap. We don't."

So on top of all that their bags are amazing looking! Great patterns, great style, and they LAST. I have been trough 2 kids with my Mothership and it still looks fantastic.

See our full line of Fleurville products at www.eorganicbaby.com today.

Have a great one,

Ashley

We are happy to introduce.....Nap and Nod

2009-02-14T07:58:00.000-07:00

I am so excited to let you all know about a new product line we are carrying "Nap and Nod". Nap and Nod was founded by a wonderful designer, Lindsay, who lives in Vancouver, BC. Lindsay creates the most beautiful Organic Bamboo Sleep Sacks for babies. Each sleep sack is unique as she uses a mix of patterns and colors. When these arrived the other day I couldn't believe how soft they were not to mention cute, cute, cute! I wish I had one of these when my children were still infants!

Visit http://www.eorganicbaby.com for more information.

Warmest to all,

Ashley

Valentines sugar overload....

2009-02-11T16:29:00.000-07:00

Does anyone else think that Valentines Day is just one more sugar holiday for our kids? My 4 year old daughter had her pre-school Valentines party today and she came home with a crazy amount of candy...this is on top of the cupcakes, lolipops etc that she ate AT the party. Don't get me wrong, I am a confirmed chocoholic and love a good sugar rush as much as the next guy but I think there has to be a better way to celebrate for our children than overloading them with candy. My kids were barely down from the Halloween sugar high when Christmas hit...now Valentines and then, before we know it, Easter Baskets....sigh. So I have decided that this Valentines instead of even more treats we will give the Earth a Valentine and each child will get to plant a tree.

I would love to hear what everyone has planned for their kids. Anyone have any cool Valentines traditions they want to share? We are always looking for great ideas!

Now if you'll excuse me, I have to go raid my daughters candy bag from today...... :))

Ashley

Looking for designers.....

2009-02-07T17:14:00.000-07:00

At eOrganic Baby we are very proud to showcase unique designers of organic and eco-friendly products. We are always on the lookout for beautiful, responsibly made items. Are you a designer of organic baby clothing, organic bedding, or eco-friendly furniture? Do you know someone who is? If so we would love to hear from you! Maybe you are not a designer yourself but have seen a line somewhere you would like us to check out? We love to hear your suggestions!

Also check out our new "shop by designer" feature on our homepage!

Warmest to all,

Ashley

POSH PADS are here!!

2009-01-08T09:32:00.000-07:00

How cool are these?? Designer, organic, wash and wear ( hello eco-friendly!) nursing pads. We just love these. Designed by 2 moms, Robyn and Jessica, who know that breastfeeding moms want to feel safe about what they put against their skin...and the georgous designs.....so pretty!

Such a great shower gift!

Check out all 3 designs at www.eorganicbaby.com

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2009-01-01T07:22:00.000-07:00

What a year 2008 has been....we have been very busy here at eOrganic Baby and are looking forward to a great 2009. We hope you will join us in continuing your comitment to a healthier, greener world for your babies.

We have some exciting new products coming in the next week or so. POSH PADS are a 100% organic nursing pad in some really cool designs. Also we are adding some Organic Bamboo sleep sacks form Nap and Nod! They are soooo soft for baby and are designed so beautifully. We are really excited about both of these new items! They are due in any day so keep checking the website!

We would love to hear your comments and suggestions about eOrganic Baby. Please feel free to contact us at anytime. If you know of any amazing start-up designers of organic baby clothing let us know!

All the best for 2009,
Ashley and Amy

HOLIDAY SALE STARTS TODAY!

2008-12-09T12:14:00.000-07:00

NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 18TH ENJOY 15% OFF EVERYTHING AT eORGANIC BABY!
Shop Oscar & Belle, Babyspearware, Farmer Kids, Bossy Baby, Itzy Ritzy and many more innovative organic and eco friendly designers. Just enter "HOLIDAY" at checkout. Be sure to order soon to ensure Christmas/Hanukkah delivery.

Happy Shopping !

Ashley

ECHOage

2008-12-09T08:51:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone! It has been a very busy few weeks with the Holiday season in full swing. I just love this time of year :))

In the spirit of giving and raising children to understand the importance of giving to others I wanted to tell you about an amazing company I recently learned about - ECHOage. I think this is such a brilliant idea I had to pass it on. ECHOage is an online party invitation website that teaches children the importance of giving. It works like this:

You choose an invitation for your child's party. Then you choose a cause ( they have several both Canadian and US). You then choose a dollar amount for the invitees to "purchase" in lieu of a birthday gift (say, $20). All the money is pooled and half is given to the chosen charity and the other half goes to buy one meaningful gift for the birthday child.

I will absolutely be doing this for Ava's 5th birthday!

Check out their website http://www.echoage.com/ for more details.

Ashley

Black Friday Sale November 28th!!

2008-11-25T07:19:00.000-07:00

Purchase anything at eOrganic Baby this Friday, November 28th and receive 15% off your total purchase! Additionally, all orders over $50 receive FREE SHIPPING within the Continental US and only $5 to Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada ( call for special International rates)

Healthy, safe, stylish products for baby AND big savings....what could be better than that??

http://www.eorganicbaby.com/

1-800-924-7616

Think GREEN this Holiday Season

2008-11-22T15:27:00.000-07:00

The Holidays are here again. Did you know that American's discard an additional 25% more trash between Thanksgiving and New Years? Thats about an extra 25 million tons headed for the landfill.

Here are a few tips to lessen your impact on the earth this Holiday season:

E-mail your Holiday greetings this year. If you do buy cards make sure they are recycled ( as well as the envelopes)
When shopping for gifts remember to bring your own reusable shopping bag to hold your purchases
Look for gifts that come in minimal packaging or use recycled packaging
Decorate reusable boxes or gift bags that can be used year after year
Re-use wrapping paper. There are also some beautiful recycled papers now
Replace incandescent string lights with their LED (light emitting diode) counterparts. They use up to 95% less electricity, last 10 times longer, and produce very little heat making them safer
Buy a living Christmas tree in a pot. When it outgrows the living room you can plant it outdoors
Recycle you cut tree. You can call 1-800- CLEANUP or go to www.earth911.org to find a tree recycling program near you

Why Certified Organic Clothing for Baby?

2008-11-15T12:20:00.000-07:00

Although it seems there are plenty of "organic" clothes for your baby in the current retail stores, many of them are misleading and are not made with the health and safety of your child as a priority. It is important when purchasing organic clothes for your baby, that you can trust the manufacturer and the integrity of their commitment to the safety and comfort of your baby. Many conventional clothing items (especially night time clothing) have been treated with harsh, toxic chemicals to make the clothing flame resistant. Clothing is so important, because it touches your baby’s skin most of the day. Considering the skin is the largest organ in human body, it’s important to keep it protected.

Did you know that approximately 1/3 pound of chemicals go into the production of one conventional tee shirt?!

100% organic fabric is made without any harmful chemicals and pesticides. It is also not bleached by the conventional chlorine bleach process which leaves a harmful chemical residue, dioxide. Organic fabric is also dyed using natural resources, not traditional chemical dyes. Many of these harmful chemicals are not talked about or even disclaimed to the consumer or the government.

Organic cotton is not only safer it is proven to be softer and gentler on your baby’s skin. Try to buy clothes that are Certified 100% Organic Cotton – this way you’ll ensure you’re not buying a blend of traditionally grown cotton and organic cotton. This would defeat the purpose of purchasing organic products.

Give your baby the best and don’t compromise because of cheaper prices or marketing ploys. Research and ask questions about the clothing you’re buying. Even "organic" products can be manufactured in sweatshops. Make sure the organic clothing you buy is both grown and manufactured responsibly, using fair trade practices.

You can find a large selection of certified organic clothes for your baby at www.eorganicbaby.com. We are a trusted online store that has a proven track record of providing authentic organic clothes for your baby. At eOrganic Baby we are very selective about the products we choose to offer our customers. We are two sisters with young children who, like you, only want the best for our families. We’ve done our homework and have made it simple and easy to find organic clothing you can feel good about. You will never have to worry about second guessing your purchases at www.eorganicbaby.com. Visit often and look for specials and promotions.

For the best organic clothing, bedding and eco friendly furniture visit us at www.eorganicbaby.com

Ashley and Amy

More pictures of eOrganic Babies!

2008-11-11T13:55:00.000-07:00

Here are some great pictures of my sister Amy's "eOrganic Babies" in their Rock Star Bling Hats! Amy is the co-owner of eOrganic Baby, lives in Calgary, Canada and gets asked about the hats everywhere she goes!
We would love for you to send in pictures of your own "eOrganic Babies" wearing things from our store and we will place the pictures in our blog!

Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter by November 15th to be entered to win a $50.00 eOrganic Baby Gift Certificate...only a few days left!

Ashley

Only 6 Days Left...

2008-11-09T12:08:00.000-07:00

Hope everyone is enjoying a beautiful weekend! Its sunny and 72F here in North East Florida :)) Just wanted to remind you all that our FREE SHIPPING offer ends November 15th so get those orders in!

Lots of great changes happening on the website...we are adding 3 awesome lines in the next few days.

We love to hear your questions and comments about eOrganic Baby so keep them coming!

Happy shopping!

Ashley

What a great idea...

2008-11-08T15:24:00.000-07:00

I just had to let you all know about a fantastic new product we are carrying - its a spare outfit for those "oops" moments in its own travelling case. Not only are the sets adorable but they are 100% organic cotton jersey. The travelling case is organic cotton canvas. I just think this is such a great product for organic loving moms like us! Keep one in the diaper bag, one in their cubby, one at Grandma's, etc....definitely something every parent of a young child needs! What a perfect shower gift! The sets come in 3 colors: Pink with "spare love" print, blue with "spare peace" and green with "spare the planet". View them all at www.eorganicbaby.com

Lots of amazing new products are being added so keep checking back.

Hope you are all enjoying your weekend!

Ashley

The new hat!

2008-11-06T12:51:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to share some photos of my daughter, Ava, in her new organic hemp hat! She just loves it. In fact, I am having a hard time getting her to take it off :)))
These hats are selling like crazy and also come in off-white with black "bling". Take a look at www.eorganicbaby.com

Mom Most Traveled

2008-11-02T08:29:00.000-07:00

Check out our review on www.mommosttraveled.com !
They loved our Fleurville Escape Pod, Natural Baby Organic Sprout Cake, and the Offi Doodle Drawer Desk.
Mom Most Traveled is a great site for Moms. It offers product reviews, giveaways and loads of great advice on traveling with children - most parents worst nightmare... :))
Check it out when you have a chance.
Don't forget to visit www.eorganicbaby.com to get more information on the reviewed products and take advantage of our FREE SHIPPING offer, good until November 15th!

FREE SHIPPING!!

2008-10-31T07:24:00.000-06:00

As our Holiday gift to you we are offering free ground shipping (excluding furniture) to the Continental US and only $5.00 to Alaska, Hawaii and Canada until November 15th. Get a jump on Holiday shopping and save some money...how bad can that be??

HAPPY SHOPPING!

Ashley and Amy

November....already???

2008-10-28T09:19:00.000-06:00

Can you believe its just about November already?? I don't know about you but I am already feeling behind for the Holidays...mind you, I usually start shopping for Christmas in August :)

Apart from the obvious, which is that it gives me yet another reason to go shopping, it just makes my crazy life a little less hectic come December.

This year I seem to have more friends than ever who are either pregnant or have newborns so it got me thinking about stocking stuffers for little ones. Luckily for me I know just where to look... www.eorganicbaby.com :)))

There are three items in particular that make great stocking stuffers and are all $25.00 or less!!

Our ITZY RITZY BITZY BURP CLOTHS are so cute. Made from baby bamboo with a splash of designer fabric they are both eco-friendly and a huge hit with celeb Moms! They come in sets of two tied with an Itzy Ritzy ribbon. The ITZY RITZY BITZY BURP CLOTHS are a great buy at $20.00 (!!). Not just used as burp cloths they are also great as a mini-blanket or wash cloth - the perfect addition to any diaper bag.

Another fantastic stocking stuffer idea is our LITTLE LATHERS ORGANIC SOAP SET which includes a bamboo soap and lavender balm tucked inside a burlap gift bag. Perfect for babies delicate skin and only $25.00. Did I mention this set comes PRE-WRAPPED?? As a busy Mom I am always a fan of the pre-wrapped gift :)

One last item I am just loving these days is our RATTLE ME ORGANIC BEANIES....hip, organic, and only $16.00 these are always a big hit! Check out the website at http://www.eorganicbaby.com/ for styles and colors.

Shop on, Mommies!

Gift Ideas

2008-10-24T19:05:00.001-06:00

We have some great gift ideas for the soon-to-be or new Mom on the website. One of our favorites is the Medallion Organic Onesie and Beanie set. Both the Onesie and Beanie are made from 100% organic cotton, sweatshop free in the USA. This adorable set comes in blue or pink and arrives wrapped in a beautiful box. There are several other designs to choose from as well as lots of other unique gift sets at http://www.eorganicbaby.com/ - just click on the Organic Baby Gifts button.

Be sure to check the site often as we will be announcing holiday specials in the next few weeks!

Happy Shopping!

Ashley

2008-10-18T17:17:00.000-06:00

Look whats here! Just in time for the cold weather we now have Rock Star "Bling" Organic Hemp Hats!

These are some of the coolest knit hats we have seen and come in black or off white. There is also a boys version...without the "bling".

Hemp is such a great choice.

Did you know:

Hemp is hypo-allergenic, resistant to mold and bacteria, requires no chemicals in production and provides the wearer better protection to UV radiation than any other natural fiber! How awesome is that?

Check out the website at www.eorganicbaby.com for more pictures.

Itzy Ritzy™ is here!!

2008-10-16T09:25:00.000-06:00

As you all know we have been busy researching and selecting the most unique and beautiful products for the store. Today we are so excited to announce the addition of Itzy Ritzy Nursers, Blankets, Burp Cloths and High Chair + Car Seat Covers made with Baby Bamboo!
Sweatshop free and made in the USA here is what Itzy Ritzy has to say about the Baby Bamboo line:

"Go Green with Baby Bamboo: • Baby bamboo is an eco-friendly fabric, as bamboo is sustainable and grown without pesticides and fungicides. • The soft, smooth texture is exceptional for babies' tender skin • Naturally anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, and deodorizing. Bamboo needs no harsh chemicals that can irritate tender skin; its own natural ingredient, BAMBOO KUN prevents bacteria growth. • Bamboo fabric even has an inherent UV protection factor • Our baby bamboo fabric looks and feels like Silk, but it is much more practical as it is machine washable! • Bitzy Burpers utilize remnant fabric that would otherwise go to waste – yet another way to reduce, reuse, recycle & go green!

Itzy Ritzy is all the rage in Hollywood! Celebrities like you love Itzy Ritzy, including these Celebrity Moms and Dads: Halle Berry, Nicole Kidman, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Melissa Joan Hart, Marissa Jaret Winokur, Sean “Diddy” Combs, Gwen Stefani & Nicole Richie!"

We are truly thrilled to be able to offer you this gorgeous line! These Baby Bamboo products are extremely popular so get your orders in soon....the Holidays are coming up FAST :))

Happy Shopping,
Ashley

Welcome to eOrganic Baby!

2008-09-30T15:30:00.000-06:00

Organic baby clothing allows parents to feel safe about the clothing they are putting on their baby. eOrganic Baby is dedicated to providing a large selection of organic clothing for baby, safe and lead free toys, organic cloth diapers, organic baby bedding, and eco-friendly furniture. High-style, high-quality and most importantly, good for baby and the environment! Welcome to eOrganic Baby!
The site is really coming together and we have been busy adding new and exciting organic and eco-friendly products. Keep checking back to see the latest additions! Remember, the Holidays are just around the corner....

Ashley and Amy