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Fresh Produce Clothing Review

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Yep, it’s that time. The time when the weather takes a turn and fall fashion is at it’s peak. When Fresh Produce contacted me to review their women’s clothing I was excited especially because I have two weeks left until due date and then I can fit into real clothes. I was excited to have something fun and new to wear after all these months of maternity clothes!

I chose the Malibu Maxie Dress and Shorefront Cardigan. One because they are super cute and two because I thought they would be great transition pieces for the fall season and my soon to be changing size.

I wish I could wear the dress all carefree and on the beach, but thus that will have to wait. Here it is raining with a high of 50 degrees so I combined the two pieces. Yes, I braved the non-maternity clothes and pulled them off quite nicely. I tied the cardigan in front to emphasize that there is a narrow part to me still. 😉

I love the gray dress! I seem to choose a signature neutral each year and gray has definitely been the go to lately! I actually already own a gray maxie dress from Target, but I love the hand dyed Fresh Produce color so much more (the Target one is heather gray). My Target dress has also begun to pill which is not great. The fabric on the Fresh Produce dress seems to be much higher quality, softer, and more durable.

I combined the maxie dress with a fun scarf to add warmth and color. The dress is so comfortable, though you will notice that there is quite a length difference from the model’s picture. She is not a 5’6″ 8 1/2 mo. pregnant girl in boots with heels.

So, what should we wake up to this morning but SNOW!!

I pulled out my cardigan and paired it with a T-shirt and jeans. Perfect for my trip to the dr. office this afternoon. Warm enough for snow with the long sleeves, but light and cool enough to sit in the waiting room with my internal oven. The cardigan is much lighter than I expected. I thought it would be jersey, but it is really lightweight and almost sheer.

I love that Fresh Produce combines style with comfort. At this point in my life, I have a big need for comfort, but don’t want to be running around in a sweatsuit. These pieces help me look cute while feeling relaxed. A big thanks to Fresh Produce for these fun items!

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Ecosystem Recycled Notebook Review & Giveaway

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I enjoy things that are earth friendly and Made in the U.S.A, so when Ecosystem contacted my to review their 100% recycled notebooks it was an easy decision.

I love that they come in six bright colors and four different styles: artist (blank), advisor (calendar), author (lined), and architect (grid).

I got two of the flexi cover author notebooks. I can’t wait to use them as my daily baby journal where I record fun events and milestones from the new little one.

The more I learned about these notebooks, the more I loved! Here are just a few of the cool facts and features:

*The environmental benefits (see chart on left)
*A code in the back cover that can be entered and tracked on their site if you ever lose your notebook.
*That same code can be used to see where your recycled materials came from. See where my ingredients originated. I love that they all came from U.S. companies with less than 65 employees! Yay for supporting small business!
*A pocket in the back to keep odds and ends like receipts or memorabilia.
*A built in bookmark to keep your place.
*Acrylic cover that will protect your notebook from sippy cups and bottles resting on it. 😉
*Cute leaf print on inside covers.

There’s nothing I like more than to share the products I love. Ecosystem is giving away a notebook of your choice for 3 lucky winners!

To enter, you must become a fan of ecosystem on facebook and comment on this post with your email address so we can contact you.

Giveaway closes Tuesday, October 26th.

If you don’t win, you can always purchase an ecosystem online.

Official giveaway rules :
– A Little Tipsy is the official host of the giveaway and is sponsoring the giveaway, ecosystemlife is just providing the prizes to the eligible winners.
– Winners will be chosen via random generator and then checked on ecosystem’s facebook fan page for eligibility. Only those who both comment & became a fan via ecosystem’s facebook fan page are eligible to win.
– Only those whom are in the domestic United States are eligible to win.

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Natura Bedding Review

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A couple of months ago I was contacted by Natura to review some of their natural washable wool bedding. I visited their website and was excited to try the comforter and mattress pad.

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We were in the process of moving our son out of the nursery to prepare for boy #2 on the way and it really could not have come at a better time. I had been looking for some bedding for the little one and was not in love with anything. We wanted a paleontologist theme in his room, but I did not want him to look down and see dinosaurs on his bedding and get scared.

Natura provides products that you can feel good about, organic and hypoallergenic so that you know your little one is wrapped up in nature’s goodness. I love that I can help him fight off his fears the boogy man and his bedding can help him fight off invisible “monsters.”

I got the package in the mail and the nursery transition began. Our office turned big boy room had fresh coats of paint, carpets cleaned and was all ready for his new (to him-it was daddy’s bunk bed when he was little, his dad built it) bed to be dressed. (I did not iron the comforter, it is straight from the box. Don’t judge.) I love that everything was fresh, new, and germ free!

I have to be honest I was a bit skeptical about wool, to me many times wool is associated with scratchy and hot. But, the washable wool is wrapped in cotton sateen that is sooo soft. I hardly want to leave when I lay on it to read him bedtime stories. The comforter is designed to regulate temperature which is great for these transition seasons when it is cold one night and hot the next. Our little guy tends to get hot and sweaty when he sleeps so this is ideal. See all the cool features on the box.

And the mattress pad is under there, you just can’t see it. I love that it is waterproof without being noisy or crunchy. Little guy is newly potty trained, so a good mattress pad is a must! I love that it provides a little cushion on his rather firm mattress and according to the box has “Natural Silver Technology that kills microbes, fungi, viruses and dust mites.” After the Kirby salesman showed me a picture of dust mites that means a lot to me!!

So now that his bed is properly “armed” I can send him to bed feeling good and armed with a battle axe for any other monsters that may decide to creep out of the closet. Is mine the only kid who forgoes the teddy bears for swords, hammers and saws? Sleep tight little one!

Now, I just wish I had their baby collection for the one on the way!

In all fairness, there was a little sticker shock when I first saw the prices. They are high for my taste, but you pay for quality right. I mean look at all these certifications!
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P.S. On the Natura homepage it says that if you Fan them on Facebook you get 10% off!!

Thanks Natura!

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Feature Friday-Real Moms Real Views

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Today’s feature brings us a fun site full of reviews and giveaways. Real Moms Real Views is run by 4 ladies on the lookout for the latest and greatest. They put the products to the test and give you the 411. They also have a chit chat section full of mommy topics and a DIY series where I will be popping in to share.

One of the four moms, Hollie, is one of my best friends and drill teammates from high school that I recently reconnected with (thank you Facebook), so she gets to be the face today!

H (168)I love being a stay at home mom with an adorable baby boy and expecting #2 in the Fall (10/10/10 how fun!). My hubby and I have been married for 4 years and I can’t believe how fast time flies. I love chocolate chip cookies, blogging, junior mints with popcorn, the smell when it rains, watching chick flicks, rearranging my furniture, and talking on the phone with my sister. I recently learned how to shop with coupons and I have been addicted ever since. I never knew you could save so much money by using coupons!!! We love camping, stroller walks, country drives, and playing in the backyard. I have so much…I am blessed with such a beautiful family.

  • What is your favorite crafting tool or secret weapon? My Glue Gun! It can do/fix anything!
  • What is your favorite baby product you have reviewed? Definitely would have to be my new EasyWalker Duo Stroller. I {heart} it! Can’t wait to take the kids out in it!
  • What is your favorite thing about fall? The holidays. I love love love getting together with family and friends for holiday parties, good food, and fun.

So head on over and see the latest reviews and giveaways from companies like these…

Then, skip over to the DIY series and see their roundup of fun projects from the “Real Moms” and others around the web.
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Also, be sure to join in their weekly link up on Sundays where you can list your current giveaways.

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