tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329Mon, 28 Dec 2009 06:49:06 +0000http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/jrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)Blogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-7173347905696926168Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:11:00 +00002008-12-03T20:19:17.351-05:00contestsIf you follow me over here, then you know how much I love/want one of these camera straps. Well, The Benner Daily is giving one away! Head over here and enter for your chance to win one! And be sure to check out her Etsy shop too! Good luck!http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/12/blog-post.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-5344251706122596905Sun, 21 Sep 2008 03:06:00 +00002008-09-21T21:58:33.268-04:00Eco-Friendly NurseryBeddingWhether you are putting together an eco-friendly nursery or a traditional nursery it is always overwhelming and you don't know where to get started. Here are my tips for getting started: Decide what is important to you, are you looking for eco-friendly or traditional options; once you have done this I think it is best to start with bedding.Bedding is the best place to get started because from http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/09/eco-friendly-nursery-getting-started.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-8274007653585899307Sun, 21 Sep 2008 03:04:00 +00002008-09-20T23:06:00.025-04:00Eco-Friendly NurseryI am currently in the process of putting together a new series on how to put together a eco-friendly nursery. Be sure to check back soon for updates.http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/09/upcoming-new-series.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-4154550763360181671Sun, 21 Sep 2008 02:25:00 +00002008-09-20T23:04:05.543-04:00Healthy Child Healthy WorldIf you have not already checked out Healthy Child Healthy World, you definitely should. It is such a great resource for parents looking for eco-friendly information. Tonight I found First Steps to Healthy Babies which is a free monthly newsletter that gives valuable baby health and development lessons month by month throughout your pregnancy and until age 2!http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/09/first-steps-to-healthy-babies.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-8950729042456676874Sat, 09 Aug 2008 12:13:00 +00002008-08-09T08:13:00.887-04:00Tip Junkie If you havent' already checked out this site you definately should! There are ton's of tips and how to's... from how to make Pico De Gallo to how to design your own header using PhotoShop. Did you know that you can print out your blog into a book? Well you can, using Blurb, which will make your blog into a book, how neat! These are just some of the things that you could learn on Tip Junkie.http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/08/tip-junkie.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-4475049285785260241Fri, 08 Aug 2008 02:41:00 +00002008-08-07T23:09:21.284-04:00Resa Designcontests Be the first to win one of Resa Designs new receiving blankets, all you have to do is sign up for their mailing list and while you are at it add one of their buttons to your site or blog. Can't wait until these adorable blankets are for sale. Good luck and make sure to leave a post here if you win the contest :o)http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/08/new-resa-design-receiving-blanket.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-6619280637259210762Fri, 08 Aug 2008 02:05:00 +00002008-08-07T22:28:57.077-04:00school suppliesPVC-free Sorry it has been so long since I have posted. We have been busy enjoying our summer and I hate to even think about it coming to and end. However, it is that time of year when we are starting to think about going back to school. While surfing around today, I found this great PDF from CHEJ of PVC-free school supplies. This is a great resource to find school supplies that are PVC-free and there http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/08/back-to-school-supplies.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-7573078528515307263Thu, 17 Jul 2008 01:59:00 +00002008-07-16T22:11:10.415-04:00PapooseSaleCheck out the shoe sale that they are having over at Papoose, but hurry because if is over tonight at midnight. They are making room for their fall collection! Save 30% OFF all summer and discontinued styles! Yes, you got it! $7.00 off each pair! The sale is on all their summer and discontinued Robeez soft sole shoes and Robeez Tredz toddler shoes!http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/07/shoe-sale-at-papoose.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-1350759235978731720Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:02:00 +00002008-07-14T23:25:28.643-04:00Babies R' UsbpaI was just over at Fina' Drea and she returned 5 Avent bottles to Babies R' Us today (and yes they were worn and old) and she got $25.00 for them! I am KICKING myself right now for throwing out all my old BPA bottles. I would love to take advantage of this and replace them with some BPA-free sippy cups for my little man.Well maybe some of you will be able to take advantage of this GREAT http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/07/babies-r-us-taking-back-bpa-bottles.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-853223106808544766Mon, 14 Jul 2008 00:38:00 +00002008-07-13T20:55:23.546-04:00Sorry about all the changes lately, I have been looking for a template background that I like and the blue one with flowers just wasn't working. It was difficult to see some of the fonts and I just wasn't "feeling" it. So what do all you think, even those of you who are lurking out there *grin*.I would love to hear from those of you who read this blog, is there anything you would like me to do orhttp://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/07/sorry-about-all-changes.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-6839371496217535266Wed, 09 Jul 2008 03:31:00 +00002008-07-08T23:55:43.746-04:00wholesome baby foodallergiesfood introductionIt appears that, in general, far less significance is placed on systematic food introductions for children. This seems to be a lost practice; some of my friends look at me like I am crazy when I say that I didn't give Allie peanut butter until she was three or that I just give Jack egg yolks (until he turns one). Perhaps there is a reason we have so many food allergies in children today. I can http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/07/food-introductions.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-8152503045475138650Fri, 04 Jul 2008 04:35:00 +00002008-07-04T00:47:57.217-04:00contestsbumGeniusHave you been thinking about trying cloth diapers? Well, here is the contest for you, Nature's Child is having a Beat the Heat Summer Contest, the winner will be awarded a bumGenius 3.0 Starter Kit: 18 diapers, diaper sprayer, a dozen cloth wipes, and a bottle of odor remover.http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/07/beat-heat-summer-contest-natures-child.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-8421968244116449407Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:21:00 +00002008-07-04T00:48:35.651-04:00babywearing Along for the Ride is having a great contest; one lucky contestant will win a great stash of essential babywearing carriers. The lucky winner will win one Gypsy Mama Wrap, one Hotslings pouch, one BabyHawk Mei Tai, one Beco Butterfly and one Zolo Wear Ring Sling all in their choice of in-stock patterns.This is a great contest; don't miss your chance. The contest ends midnight on July 31, 2008.http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/06/win-essential-babywearing-stash.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-5871880524195307223Mon, 30 Jun 2008 02:50:00 +00002008-06-29T22:56:52.227-04:00We had a playdate today and for lunch we had a muffin tin lunch. I had seen this on another blog and I love the idea, the girls loved it TOO! It made lunch so much more fun for them, then a plate of sandwiches and fruit, plus they didn't have to eat it all at once they could come back and snack. http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/06/muffin-tin-lunch.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-860437382866616455Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:13:00 +00002008-06-29T22:02:29.791-04:00This blog needs a new look and the last two places I have checked have either had a waiting list or are temporarily closed. I am really looking for something custom. If anyone has any ideas please leave me a comment. Thank you :)These are just temporary changes, I am still looking for a custom design!http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/06/i-need-new-look.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-4049616498694939932Thu, 26 Jun 2008 19:33:00 +00002008-06-26T22:11:16.081-04:00babywearing 1. Babies who are worn cry less.Yes, its true. If you wear your baby in a carrier they will cry less. Research indicates that babies worn close to their caregivers are more happy and content than babies who are not worn. Wouldn't you feel more secure if you were wrapped up nice and tightly with the one you love? 2. Babies who are worn are smarter.Because sling babies spend less time crying, theyhttp://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/06/why-should-i-wear-my-baby.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-7624361189492549859Wed, 25 Jun 2008 02:39:00 +00002008-06-24T22:59:32.300-04:00Britax Frontierbooster seatIf your in the market for a new 5-point harness carseat or a booster seat, you need to check out the Britax Frontier Review over at ZRecommends. This is a very thourough review and a must read if you are considering purchasing a new carseat/booster.Britax Carseats are also on sale this week at various locations. This is important to know because they do not go on sale often.http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/06/britax-frontier-reviewcheck-it-out-at.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-8081728487558605949Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:56:00 +00002008-06-23T13:40:48.427-04:00Let's face it being green is very in right now and everyone wants to get in on it. Here are some simple ways to be sure that you are not being "green washed".Websites (these websites have done a lot of the research for you already.)greenercars.org This site offers driving tips, buying green, and over 10,000 vehicle ratingsresponsiblepurchasing.orggreenerchoices.org This site is an offshoot of http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/06/are-we-being-green-washed.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-7969670596259351153Mon, 23 Jun 2008 15:00:00 +00002008-06-23T11:26:31.841-04:00vaccinationsThe choice on whether or not to vaccinate your baby is a very personal one. I found this report from CNN helpful in making this very important decision. Another great resource for helping to make this decision is the Sears schedule, which is an alternative vaccination schedule developed my Dr. Robert Sears. The Dr. Sears site is great because there are answers to questions like how do I switchhttp://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/06/whether-or-not-to-vaccinate.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-2733430930566547055Fri, 20 Jun 2008 20:36:00 +00002008-06-20T17:47:10.146-04:00good neighborgolden ruleLately it seems as though people aren't being a good neighbor to each other and that they have forgotten the "Golden Rule." A couple of weeks ago here in CT there was a hit and run accident in Hartford where an elderly man was hit by a car and it took almost a minute for anyone to even go into the road and see if he was okay. What's even worse is that many people drove around and didn't even http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/06/remember-golden-rule.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-9020553211714717757Wed, 11 Jun 2008 17:34:00 +00002008-06-11T23:16:17.198-04:00 I love what I see in this bag! It's gender neutral mom and dad can both carry it; it's organized and better yet it is made from recycled beverage bottles! My favorite features of this bag are the removable inserts which include an insulated feeding tote, changing tote, changing pad and the detachable insulated bottle holder and zip pouch. The first 500 bags will be fully loaded with all sorts http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/06/announcing-wee-generation-eco-diaper.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-5066695782180323927Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:23:00 +00002008-06-09T22:34:37.803-04:00Dry DrowningWith the hot weather we are having up hear in the North East, I thought I would share this link that a mommy friend of mine emailed me the other day about Dry Drowning. I had never heard of this phenomenon until I watched this clip from The Today Show. As parents we know to watch our kids when they are near water, but there are signs to watch for even after they are out of the water.Please be http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/06/dry-drowning-post-that-everyone-should.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-2536889221313063322Sun, 01 Jun 2008 02:51:00 +00002008-05-31T23:30:54.545-04:00WOW! I can't believe that it has been over TWO WEEKS since my last post. Things have been super crazy here. My husband Matt was hit by a car 3 weeks ago; he is okay, banged up and bruised but thankfully okay. So that explains the lack of posts lately.Well here we go... you have to check out the Green Bag Lady, she makes handmade bags that she will give you for FREE as long as you promise to use http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/05/updatesget-free-bagthings-to-come.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-1991223284495969305Wed, 14 May 2008 01:37:00 +00002008-05-14T11:35:46.490-04:00food processorCuisinartbpaIn response to last weeks post regarding Cuisinart and BPA, Michelle, a Cuisinart employee (who is not a scientist or in quality control), kindly provided this insight into the matter:"Hi Jessica;Sorry for the delay. I just had a lengthy conversation with QC so I could better understand the issues.We had a third party laboratory test the bowls for our Food Processors and Mini Choppers. These are http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/05/cuisinart-update.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5226405879861867329.post-4109994967561284184Wed, 14 May 2008 00:49:00 +00002008-05-13T21:03:56.495-04:00parabenCalifornia BabysunscreenphthalatesBadgerEnvironmental Working Group Well the great weather has hit and I was confronted with the dilemma of what sunscreen to use on the kids. I knew I wanted it to be phthalate and paraben free but other than that I didn'tknow what else I needed to be looking for, well lets just say that I have had a crash course education in sunscreens this last week! The first place that I went was the Environmental Working Group Cosmetic http://place4mommies.blogspot.com/2008/05/in-search-of-safeer-sunscreen.htmljrhiggins101@yahoo.com (Jessica)0