How was everyone's Holidays? Ours was quiet and loving!  I spent some of it sick, and not in the traditional way either.  We still dont know what went wrong, but it wasn't the flu or a cold.  I am still recovering and exhausted.  I just looked over to my husband who says " He bit me".  I burst out laughing.  What?  Apparently my son bit him in the lip when he went in for a kiss.  Random!!! but funny!!!

So, Eebie Baby has decided to fall back to our roots a bit more and kick start the New Year with full on REVIEWS , GIVE-AWAYS & Promotional fun! We are still going to carry products and promote our favourite products, but we are going to focus primarily on our blogging & reviews. Input? Talk to me! What do you want to see us doing? Eebie Baby has a new feature on our FACEBOOK PAGE, we are hosting a WEEKLY FEATURE for one wonderful business, wahm, designer, or what-have-you. If you or someone you know creates something or has a fantastic business that needs promoting please contact us at customer.service@eebiebaby.com or use the CONTACT TAB to fill out the form!  It's FREE!!!

Our Website is still under construction and I swear I want nothing to do with building one once it is done.  I had just gotten used to Zen Cart to end up switching over to Wordpress and I am lost all over again.  I miss my Zen, I have to admit.   

Cheers to an incredible New Years- and stay tuned because we have a wicked cool give-away being hosted with one of our sister sites this week!!!!

FEATURE WAHM!!!

I recently had the chance to meet someone very special and have her share her unique home-made talents with me and I would like to introduce y'all to her!

*** Run over to her fb page and say HI from Eebie Baby, show some LURRVE ****

Please say Hi to: 

  Ashlee A.K.A  The Green Goose !! 

The Eebie Interview:

Q: Where do you live in this big ole world? 

A: My family and I live in a small rural town in Northern Texas 

Q: Where do these natural products and idea's stem from? 

A: I began making my products because my husband and I strive to replace disposable things in our life, with reusable options. the more sustainable we are, the better :D I love to craft, and decided to see what I could knock out on my own.. and once I got going,I thought,maybe if I offered them at a reasonable price and they were more affordable, I could help more families find their way to a greener life.

Q: I am now very keen to find out, what is it that you make???

A: I make ( Dryer Balls, Soap Socks, Knit Bows, Knit Baby Blocks, Ouchie Bags that are heat/cold therapy bags, Booger Busters that are a washable Minky Fabric for sore noses, Knit Scrubbies, and Jute Rugs)  

Q: Do you make scented Dryer Balls?

A: My dryer balls have a plethora of available scents! For long term scents I use dried lavender, jasmine, orange peel, and cedar. For short term scents I offer amber romance, rock candy, vanilla blossoms and lavender blossoms! My Ouchie Bags have the option of being scented. they have all the same scents available as the long term dryer balls.

Q: Any new projects and/or products coming out?

A: In the next year, look for chalk mats, awesome felted goodies, reusable dryer sheets, more baby items, and wool longies! I also hope to learn to make goats milk soap.  


Ashlee also shared with me a fantastic website for 'Going Green''.  Her family embarked on a " GO GREEN" adventure and this past summer decided to finally take the " GO GREEN PLEDGE" and it sounds like I have a lot of work to do compared to them :)  There are a gazillion Wahm's with hand made products to view and purchase, as well as personal stories and a lot of very wise women & families on there!  I know what your thinking: " Hand-Made? I am not interested in wearing knit pants and sweaters the rest of my life".  I am here to tell you its not like that.  The Hand-Made industry can make anything you can purchase from any store, the difference is they are doing their best to be green with their choices, every stitch and cut is made with love and care, and you are not feeding a factory manufacturer and instead feeding someone who loved and cared for every inch of your item!  Think about that one.  :)  The website is called: www.handmadepledge.org and its worth taking a peak, even to just go and browse the shop links!!

http://www.facebook.com/thegreengoose#!/pages/TheGreenGoose/167216506647660

May I just add that Minky is one of my favourite fabrics and I literally have been known to drool over it and I cannot even describe what a Minky Booger Buster would feel like against my nose!  All I keep thinking is I HAVE TO TRY THESE!!!!  And so do you!  Perhaps you might want to stay tuned in the first few days of the New Year to see what is coming next :)






Ways to contact The Green Goose A.K.A : Ashlee

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I recently became in contact with a WAHM whom I deem to be one of the most wonderful people I have met during our journey to become a successful retailer of Cloth Diapers.  Ladies & Gents, let me introduce you to the beautiful Vilate Thacker. Please take a moment read Vilate's " All About Us ", and if your like me you will feel like you are right there taking in all her good energy and spirit.  

Vilate is the creator and maker of Nifty Nappy's.  And if you don't know what they are, your in the right place.  I'll be honest, I had never heard of them, and I can thank Melissa (http://sapsmama.blogspot.com/)  for introducing me to

 Nifty Nappy's.  I'll be even more honest by letting you know I want all of you to have these diapers and I'll work with you to get them!

Introducing:  Nifty Nappy's Fitted's, Fitted Organic Diapers, Pockets, Woolie's & More!

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Nifty Nappy Fitted	Bitty Bums	Heavy Doody Diaper
Organic Nifty Nappy	PeachyKeen Pocket Diaper	Extra Nappy Inserts
SuperDuper Soaker	Woolie Wrap	Nifty Knickers

What is the rave about Nifty Nappy's fitted diapers?  A fantastic advantage to fitted diapers is that the entire diaper is made of absorbent materials and are breatheable so they help to prevent rashes and allow moisture to escape.  They do require a cover, and it's as easy as pairing them with one of Nifty Nappy's wool soakers or covers.  Want a quick diaper change?  Just throw on a wool longie and go, no need for pants over top!  Great for bed time, quick changes, and on the go, and cute to boot!  I cant resist!

Fitted Facts: 

• Absorbent
• Breathable
• One Size fits all ( 7 - 35 lbs)
• Trim
• Made of cotton knit and flannel outer layer.
• Inner layers are composed of organic hemp, fleece and microfiber, pair with an organic hemp fleece insert for over nights and long wear and your set!
• Overlapping front snaps for a perfect fit every time

  * Wondering how well this 'One Size' will fit your newborn?  You can stop wondering right now!  Check out this quick video tutorial made by Vilate on her beautiful niece and see exactly how the Nifty Nappy diaper folds down and fits a wee baby.  I love them! And every time I watch this video I explain out loud " LOVE IT". NO kidding!

Let's talk about the Nifty Nappy POCKET DIAPER, for all you pocket lovers out there, this is for you!

 A pocket diaper is a diaper that requires an insert put into it as your absorbency layer.  This diaper is easily customized by adding more or less layers to create the perfect absorbency at different stages for your baby!

Pocket Facts: 

• One Size Fits All ( 7- 35 lbs)
• Hidden elastic for ultimate containment and comfort!
• Overlapping front snap so you can easily customize the fit to your growing baby
• Convenient and easy for caregivers, and daddy

*** Check out the NEW ABSORBENT HEMP/BAMBOO Inserts, they help prevent the stinkies, and are super absorbent****

Think I'm done here yet? Not even close :)  I want you to love Nifty Nappy's as much as I do, and the only way you can decide that is by knowing all you can about Vilate's products.  

Think you need a little something more for your newborn?  Worried that a one size fits all just isn't going to cut it?  Have a preemie or teeny bub that needs less bulk and a trim diaper?  Nifty Nappy's have got it!!!  Vilate has created an ingenious design called " Bitty Bums " and you HAVE to check them out!  

The Bitty Bums is the perfect fit for a newborn, by using the fold over technique this diaper easily fits a preemie baby while still being trim and absorbent.  For those of us who love the original Nifty Nappy Fitted design, no worries! This Bitty Bum has the exact same snap layout, the same fabric used and even has a version of mini-lay-in Insert so your not going to need to acquaint yourself with any of its features because you already know and love them!  I personally will be using this diaper on my newborn, from birth right up 15 lbs. Pair your bitty bum with a Weensy Woolie and your baby will be the cutest lil bub around!

Bitty Bum Facts:

• Fits under the umbilical cord
• All natural materials
• Hidden elastics for comfort
• Overlapping front snap for custom fit on your wee one
• Absolute brilliant breath-ability concept so you wont have any unwanted rashes. Major PLUS+

 Nifty Nappy's Heavy Doody Diaper 

( Seriously Awesome )

The Heavy Doody diaper is designed to work for that really super heavy wetter that nothing else works for, not even the Nifty Nappy fitted or pocket which are super absorbent diapers and work for virtually everyone. The Heavy Doody diaper is designed to be worn with a cover. If paired with a wool cover for more protection these will keep PJ’s and sheets dry. What this diaper lacks in fun print cutey fabrics, it redeems itself with functionality & absorbency!

Heavy Doody Facts: 

• 2 layers of Hemp fleece for max absorbency
• Amazingly trim
• All natural materials
• Nifty Nappy's signature hidden elastic for ultimate containment & comfort
• One size fits all and will customize for babies & toddlers
• breathable to prevent diaper rashes 
•  Pair this diaper with a Nifty Nappy Woolie and deem it BULLET PROOF!

Looking for a 100% Organic Option?  Then Nifty Nappy's Organic Fitted is for you!

By using Nifty Nappy's Organic Fitted diaper you are putting the utmost natural products on your babies bottom. Vilate has again created a masterpiece diaper, with all the same components of her regular fitted and pockets except this Organic diaper is comprised of only Organic Natural Products!

Organic Fitted Facts:

• Nifty Nappy's signature hidden elastics for ultimate containment & comfort 
• Made with all Organic Fabrics
• One size fits all, easily customized for your wee bub to toddler age!
• Breathable to prevent diaper rashes
• Pair this diaper with a Nifty Nappy Woolie and deem it BULLET PROOF!  

Nifty Nappy Wool's

Nifty Nappy only uses up cycled wool sweaters with a minimum of 80% wool content so each cover is original and by doing this helps keep the price down and provides a green alternative by recycling otherwise perfectly fine sweaters!

When you think of a wool cover what comes to mind?  I"ll tell you what comes to my mind:  Adorable, Leak Proof, Functional, Easy to use, and SELF-CLEANING!!! LOVE THEM!

Whether your looking for a Woolie Cover, A Pair of Woolie Longies, Woolie Soakers or even a customized Woolie made to fit your bub to perfection Nifty Nappy has it all and can do it all!

Woolie Facts: 

• Two Wool layers for double the protection!
• Inner layer is made of a buttery soft 100% Organic Wool Interlock
• Hidden elastic for ultimate comfort & containment
• Overlapping front snap for the perfect custom fit every time!
• One size fits all from wee baby to toddlers!
• Easy to use & self cleaning ( NEED I SAY MORE?)
• Nifty Knickers pull ups are economic and a great replacement for pj's and pants!
• No one will have the same Nifty Nappy Woolie that you do!
• Nifty Nappy Weensie Woolie is the perfect Diaper Cover for your newborn!  Pair it with a Bitty Bum for nights and your baby's bottom is ventilated perfectly! Available in a set of 2. Fit up to 15 lbs

What's stopping you from trying out a Nifty Nappy Woolie? Nothing.  Affordable, cute and absolutely functional = what are you waiting for?

Caring for your Nifty Nappy's :http://niftynappy.com/customer-support/care-of-cloth-diapers/

Where can you buy Nifty Nappy's?  
 Eebie Baby can custom order any Nifty Nappy Products you would like, so please contact us at customer.service@eebiebaby.com to inquire!  For reference of all products please visit http://niftynappy.com/products/

Want to win a Nifty Nappy Fitted Diaper in the cutest green Ooga Booga print ever? 

Check it out: This print is brand new, you haven't seen this before and its flippen adorable as can be!!!  Want to be the first to have it? 
 
Its Easy!! We just ask you do your part in loving Eebie Baby & Nifty Nappy's.  Fill out the form below to enter, remember you can enter only once from your home-address & that each extra entry needs to be filled out :)  Have fun!!!!!

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Nifty Nappy Promotional Contest ENTRY FORM

Contest runs from Dec. 13 2010 - January 1 2011. A great kick off to the New Year!!!

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DONT FORGET about the DECEMBER MINKY DIAPER GIVE-AWAY!!!!! ENDS on the 10th. You will have it in time for Christmas!!!!  


Our FB page has a Fuzzi Bunz give-away at 250 likes. Head on over, bring some friends :)

Eebie Updates

Hi Everyone, it's a BRRRRRRRRR - 18 right now here in Alberta, Canada!!!
We have lots to talk about today folks, so get comfortable!! 
First, I need to point out I am writing with a lot of distractions around me.  I have a toddler who has decided that nap time is for babies, and he is a big boy now!  Help!  I am listening to him crashing around playing in his room. I have been waiting to share this story that involves our son that happened to us the other day, so here goes:
The other morning I went in to 'let him out of his room' (he stays in until I get him because the door doesn't open properly THANK GOODNESS, A blessing in disguise I admit!).  I opened the door to him saying "uh oh, uh oh" and GASP the entire floor is covered in greenish/white stuffing.  Stuffing? Yes, stuffing, like out of a toy or a cushion or pillow etc., etc.,  I will warn you, this is where it gets sad.  With tears brimming I asked him where Crockie is.  He said "uh oh" and walked out.  To explain, Crockie is my beloved stuffed crocodile that has made it through some long years with me and when our son fell in love with him for bed time I gave in. Mistake?  So, I cleaned up everything whilst my son played with the Christmas tree and I then began my search for the body of Crockie.  Our 'Lil guy's room is tiny, it's half empty due to his destructor nature, and it shouldn't have been this hard to find the body.  But I couldn't find it.  I even resorted to looking in his boots, his jacket pockets, and I even moved his bed.  No Crockie!  After 30 minutes of this, my husband came in and gave a look, I was sure I was missing it because of my upset.  No Crockie.  By this time I admit, I was sulking, and I'd already decided I would put him back together in whatever way I could.  I was very upset and trying to cover it up, but I'd just lost my little pal that I'd had for years and I was trying to adjust to that.  A few hours later my husband asked my son "WHERE IS CROCKIE"? And do you know what our 'Lil guy went and did?  He marched straight out to the back hall, got up on the laundry basket that was upside down and he opened the dryer and pulled Crockie out of the dryer.  *** This folks was quite a triumphant, amazing moment in our household***  I squealed, I laughed, I thanked my son for not destroying Crockie as he joined in with some fake laughing and big hugs to me.  My husband stood there with his jaw open, no kidding.  The facts are folks, Crockie got pee'd on the day before & he was thrown in the wash and dryer and was forgotten about along with some other clothing and my son remembered where he saw him last (he likes to help with washing & drying).  AMAZING!! The truth of the matter is, it very well could have been Crockie since my son destroys everything, but fate had other plans, instead he was pee'd on and kept out of harm's way- Aint Life Grand?  :-)
 
UPDATES:

• My KnickerNappie REVIEW is half done.  This is a very personal Review for me because KnickerNappie's are my absolute favourite brand of cloth diaper of all time and I doubt anyone can make me change my mind.  The issue I am having is making it incredibly personal because I keep gushing about how much I love the diaper and that can potentially be distracting.  I hope to have this REVIEW posted in a week!  Keep checking back, you don't want to miss it!
• Our Facebook Page Give-Away is for 250 Likes.  As soon as we get there a Fuzzi Bunz Perfect Size will be given to one lucky Fan.  
• Our December Give-Away here on the blog ends Dec.10th and anyone can enter. 
• Eebie Baby website is still under construction, however we have product available if you need something, just email us at customer.service@eebiebaby.com
• Our Christmas Tree is up as of 4 days ago, and it is the most beautiful, soothing atmosphere here in our living room, my son is enthralled with it and has to turn the lights on as soon as he gets up.  Beautiful time of year! 

----- I hear Lego flying around, crashing and banging, and I am sure I just heard a zipper of some sort.-----
 
What are your Christmas Plans?  What family traditions do you & your family do? 
 
*** If you would like Eebie Baby to Review your products please contact us at customer.service@eebiebaby.com.  If you would like to sponsor a give-away through Eebie Baby please contact us at the above email ***