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Thursday, November 22, 2012

Black Friday thru Cyber Monday Sales!

I feel like I've held out on you all WAY too long. But this last week was well, CRAZY!

We are out of town visiting family and I will be away from the computer all day tomorrow at the Husker Football Game. The man behind Natural Littles will be watching the game from my mom's with our 2 yr old and attempting to deal with any issues that may arise while I'm away. Because of the crazy, most of our sale prices will be good through Monday!

Shipping will start on Tuesday and local pick up orders will be ready after 3pm on Tuesday.

So, how was your Thanksgiving dinner? Ok, ok, I know. Tell you the sales!


All products on sale can be found here

20% off Anita Bras
10% off Best Bottom Diapers & Inserts
20% off Bummis Super Whisper Wraps
20% off Bummis Prefolds
15% off Charlie's Soaps
15% off CJ's All Natural Products
10% off Diaper Rite Prefolds & Flats
Clearance Pricing on select Dress Me Up Organic Products
2 bags of Eco Sprout left at 25% off in original packaging
20% off Fresh Moon Menstrual Products
$10 off Lunette Cups with code 10LUNETTE10 (ends 11-30-12)
30% off OsoCozy AIOs
10% off OsoCozy Prefolds & Flats
10% off Planet Wise Products
15% off all Thirsties Products

Free shipping on orders over $75.00.

The website will not be visible until I am done updating pricing.

We sincerely hope you had the best Thanksgiving. We are very thankful for each and everyone of our customers who have helped us to build our store and open our storefront. We look forward to growing to better suit your needs.

Happy Thanksgiving,
John & Erica

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Do you like CHANGES????

I sure hope so, because they are coming soon!!!!

I do not like changes, but this one is going to be good, I promise.


So, you may have noticed the name change on our FaceBook Page and that it now reads "Natural Littles, LLC" and you may have noticed this:


Yep, that means exactly what you think it does, A REAL BRICK & MORTAR STORE!!!!!

I'm not going to tell you exactly where yet because nothing is finalized, but I think you'll like what we have in mind. We're hoping to add some more natural laundry & cleaning products, more diapers, more skin care and lots of new breastfeeding and mama care products! We will also be expanding lines and increasing stock with the brands we currently carry.

That is all fine and dandy for my local customers, but all of my wonderful online customers aren't going to be left out!

Most, but not all, of the new products will be offered online as well. We are working on a new site and shopping cart that will allow for payment with credit & debit cards without having to go through the PayPal checkout module. In case you don't know, you DO NOT have to have a PayPal account to checkout using PayPal Credit Card Processing, but I know there are people that do not like PayPal, so we're working on that as well.

Our current website, www.IWillWashThem.com will stay as it is until we get the new site up and going. We will also most likely keep that website and redirect you automatically to our new site when it is ready. So if you forget our new name, you will still be able to find us!

We are hoping to have everything up and ready to go by September, but there is a lot that needs to happen between now and then and we still have our regular jobs to do as well. So keep your fingers crossed, pray, send positive vibes in our direction. We're going to be a little crazy for awhile, but we're also very excited!

Thank you for being our fans and supporting us so far.

Erica & John
Natural Littles, LLC 
and 

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

WAHM Wednesday 4-25-12

 Chunky Monkey Products!

 cloth diapers products and other baby products by request

Here is a little blurb I got from the head mama in charge over there:

I am K, a WAHM who was taught how to sew by my mama and I am so grateful she passed on her skills to me as it has allowed me to stay at home with my kids, which I really love.  I am 40 years old and mother to Christopher, 21, Jackson 14, Emily 6, Guy 4 and baby Clara 8 months old.  I make diapers, every style I can think of, and probably any you want me to make.  I also make wetbags in any size, hemp and bamboo soakers, mama cloth, changing pads, PJ's, sundresses, and what ever else we can come up with to sew.  I also do embroidered designs on the diapers, T's, wetbags, blankets, etc....  I started Chunky Monkey Products about a year ago when I discovered we were expecting baby Clara and I had decided to cloth diaper her.  I started researching and figured I could just make my own, and then was talked into starting the fb page and it has taken off nicely.  

Here is the link to my fb page  http://www.facebook.com/Chunkymonkeyproductskpohl 

And seriously, she makes some super cute diapers! Just check this out: 

But that's not all she makes!!!!

(things I found on her FaceBook Page)
Diapers
Leg Warmers
Bags
Changing Pads
Wet Bags
Mama Cloth
Boxer Briefs
WOW!!!!

Now, in full disclosure, she is SLAMMED right now with some very large orders, so don't expect to be able to order 10 custom diapers and receive your items right away. She is a WAHM after all.  But don't be alarmed because she has READY TO SHIP items and a typical 2 week turnaround. Follower her on FaceBook so you know what she is up to and show her some love, let her know we sent you.

Have a fluffy day!
Erica Robertson

Sunday, April 15, 2012

It's Real Diaper Week!

This week, those of us in the Cloth Diapering Communities around the United States and Canada are are celebrating Real Diaper Week. All across North America, cloth diaper store owners/managers and cloth diaper advocates are gearing up for the Great Cloth Diaper Change on April 21st. We, unfortunately, will not be able to participate this year due to family commitments and a baby shower!
Please visit the Great Cloth Diaper Change website and find a location near you! If you would like to be a participant, you will need to contact the location as soon as possible to register in advance. A lot of locations, like the ones in Cambridge, NE and Omaha, NE will be putting on a pretty amazing event to go along with the record setting diaper changes!

Because we will not be around, we will offer some sales throughout the week. I know all too well that a lot of cloth diapering mamas are far from brick and mortar store so shopping online is all they can do. Those moms deserve some deals this week as well!


Sales that will be valid all week:

Daily Deals (please watch FaceBook):

  • Every day, I will post a coupon code on our FaceBook page that will be valid for that day only and while supplies last. 


In other news!!!!

We are currently working on a formal showroom in our home! This will allow us to have regular hours of operation and allow our local customers to come shop, look, and feel the diapers before making their purchases! Hopefully this will also allow us to begin forming a local cloth diapering community. My dream is to offer regular classes and get togethers for our local moms!


Have a WONDERFUL week and use the REAL DIAPERS!!!

Erica Robertson,
Managing Member


Friday, April 13, 2012

FaceBook Fun Friday - on Friday the 13th!!!

It's been awhile since we did an actual contest with photos and I don't think we've ever done one that includes voting, so I want to try it.

Post pictures of your little one on our FaceBook wall WITH as much of your stash as you'd like to share with us. You have through the end of today to get the entries in and you can start rounding up votes as soon as you post. Voting will only go through Sunday night (when I get to the computer Monday morning). The person with the most votes will get a $5 gift card to our store AND a coupon code valid on their NEXT purchase with us.

Our Monday Match-Up is still available. You can get a FREE roll of biodegradable liners with the purchase of a diaper sprayer. These items will SHIP for FREE and come with a 10% off coupon valid on your next qualifying purchase.

We also still have some of the discontinued print GroVia Shells left at 20% off and you can get 30% off of our handmade clearance items with the code JFY30RTS.

Have a wonderful weekend!!!!

Erica Robertson, owner
Erica@IWillWashThem.com
www.IWillWashThem.com
www.facebook.com/IWillWashThem

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Themes: WAHM Wednesday!

We are going to be trying some new Theme Days on our FaceBook Page.

So far, we have:
Monday Match-Up - This week is a GroVia Print Shell and Organic Cotton Soaker for $30.00ppd!
Tuesday is TBA (give me suggestions!)
Wednesday is going to be WAHM Wednesday - feature below!
Thursday will be tied to the WAHM Wednesday unless someone has a great idea.
Friday is FaceBook Fan Fridays.

This week, we are featuring Jessica Dill of Dillicious Dipes!!! She is a mom of 5 (3 in cloth at one time!) beautiful children, wife, dog owner, student, outdoor enthusiast, and well, a WAHM!
She stocks on HyenCart, so you'll have to stalk her FaceBook page for photos!

Please go over to her FaceBook Page, LIKE her page and keep your eyes open for more things to come. Also make sure you like our FaceBook Page . We are working on a little surprise for those of you who LIKE us both!

Thank you for supporting small businesses and WAHMs!

Erica, owner
www.IWillWashThem.com
Erica@IWillWashThem.com

Monday, April 2, 2012

Monday Match-Up 4-2-12!!!

Is it really April already!?!?! Sheesh. This year is going by super fast.

With April, came the changing of prints at GroVia. The company asked us to extend a 15% Off sale through the end of March, but I've still got a few left!















This is for PRINTS ONLY:

The Prints are currently listed at 20% off, which makes them $13.56 each. This price will stay until the old prints are gone. I am also working on an order of solid colors and will be stocking the new prints when I can.

As for this week's Monday Match-Up:
If you purchase one of the Print Shells AND a GroVia Organic Cotton Soaker, you can use the coupon code MMU4212 for an additional $1.51 off of the GroVia Shell, bringing the total to $30.00!Regular price for this combination is $34.90!

Friday, March 30, 2012

She's 4 years old! (Well, tomorrow)

Tomorrow, my beautiful little girl turns 4 years old. I was planning a 1 day sale on CJ's All Natural Products, but decided to toss in the rest of today for free!

So today and until midnight tomorrow, get 10% off all full size CJ's Products. Remember that we offer free shipping on all orders over $25.00 and we have some Clearance Items for you to look at. In order to get the discount, you'll need to use the code JFY30RTS. Orders of these clearance items through Sunday will also come with at 10% off coupon to be used on your next purchase of qualifying products.

Tomorrow is also the last day of the GroVia 15% off Prints Sale. I will not be getting any more of these prints in, so grab them while you can!

Make sure to stay in touch with us by liking our FaceBook Page!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Erica, owner

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

BacOut Update!

For those of you who read the Before BacOut and After BacOut post last week, I'd like to give you a little update.

I've started putting about 4 squirts of BacOut into my detergent slot during my cold pre-rinse cycle because quite frankly, I'm too lazy to take the bottle upstairs so I can spray each diaper. I have always told people and wholeheartedly believed, that you should expect an ammonia smell on a morning diaper because urea (urine) naturally breaks down to ammonia and it's just a chemical reaction that cannot be stopped....or can it?

This morning, just the faintest smell of ammonia was coming from my sleeping baby and I only smelled it after I unzipped her jammies and removed her wool soaker. I actually had to sniff to get the odor!

So there you have it, BacOut is AMAZING!!!

BioKleen BacOut

Have a happy Wednesday!

Erica@IWillWashThem.com
www.IWillWashThem.com
FaceBook & Twitter

Monday, March 19, 2012

Another Monday, Another Match-Up!

How many PUL covers do you have in your rotation? I've said it before and I'll say it again, I am a minimalist when it comes to covers. I have 2 PUL covers that I use regularly and about 6 fleece covers. The fleece covers are SO simple to care for, just throw them in with any load of laundry and dry them in the dryer. But the PUL covers, which I use way more than once between washes, aren't so simple. They require a hanging to dry and sometimes, I just don't have time. Also, there are those dreaded times when you wash it, use it, and baby makes a nice stinky mess which seems to be lingering on the cover. Baby wipes did the trick until I stopped using disposable baby wipes. Now I just use water and a cloth wipe, so it doesn't seem to help the cover much.

But Diaper Rite Fresh Wrap Spray is the answer to my prayers! I can still use my cloth wipes and a little water on them doesn't hurt, but the Fresh Wrap provides a "clean slate" so to say, on my cover. It is all natural (distilled water, naturally derived alcohol and proprietary essential oil blend) and the essential oils are antibacterial and anti-fungal! Oh, and it smells like Lemon Drop!

In stock, we only have 2 covers that have an exposed PUL layer on the inside. Those covers are the Best Bottom and the Bummis Super Brite (which I only have in white).

For today's Monday Match-Up, you have a few options, the common denominator is the Fresh Wrap and there are only 3 available!

1. Best Bottom Diaper (regular $16.95) and a bottle of Fresh Wrap (regular $9.70) - $2.00 off the Fresh Wrap with code: 1MMU31912

2. Bummis Super Brite (regular $12.65) and a bottle of Fresh Wrap (regular $9.70) - $2.00 off the Fresh Wrap with code: 1MMU31912. Because this combination does not meet the $25 minimum for free shipping, you will also need code 2MMU31912 in order to get the FREE SHIPPING unless you have other items in your cart totaling $25.00.

3. Diaper Rite Cloth Wipes (regular $7.50) and a bottle of Fresh Wrap (regular $9.70) - $2.00 off the Fresh Wrap with code: 1MMU31912 and $1.00 off the wipes with code: 3MMU31912  - I CANNOT OFFER FREE SHIPPING ON THIS CODE UNLESS YOU ORDER ENOUGH TO HIT THE $25.00 FREE SHIPPING THRESHOLD. Sorry.

Saturday, March 17, 2012

500 Fan Thank You Giveaway 5 $5 Gift Certificates!

Because "5" seems to be the common theme:

5 more FaceBook fans to get to 500.... we decided to giveaway 5 $5 Gift Certificates to our store

As soon as we get there, I'll come back and get this thing started!




Thursday, March 15, 2012

GroVia Sale - 15% off Prints!

Starting at 11pm Central Time on Thursday 3-15-12 or Midnight Eastern on Friday 3-16-12, depending on how you want to look at it, GroVia Prints will be 15% Off! This sale will last through March 31st or until I run out of stock. I will do my best to get more in if they all sell quickly so don't be afraid to ask me about a specific print or even a different style (AIO or Aplix AI2) and I'll see if I can find you what you are looking for.

Remember, that we offer free shipping on orders of $25 or more!!!!

Other current promotions include:

This week's Monday Match-UP which is a 32oz bottle of Bac-Out with 2 packs of RLR for $17.00, shipped for free. Monday Match-Ups always come with a 10% off* coupon valid with your next purchase. *Some exclusions do apply

We also have a 24 oz bags of Eco Sprout Peppermint Stick available for 1/2 Off with code PEPPERMINT

As always, feel free to visit our FaceBook page to find out more about what we're up to on a daily basis. With FaceBook's new "message" feature, you can send me a message directly through FaceBook or by e-mail at Erica@IWillWashThem.com

Take a look around our store: www.IWillWashThem.com and let us know what you like or don't like. Don't be shy, we're growing and learning every day!

Have a great evening!

Erica, owner
I Will Wash Them

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Before BacOut and After BacOut

I have to use it if I'm going to sell it, right?

So last night, as I was pulling diapers from my Planet Wise wet bag, I sprayed them each down with some BacOut before I threw them in the washer. I did my normal warm rinse cycle, but paused it when I thought maybe there was a little extra water in the washer so they could soak a bit...also so I could go take a shower.

Then I continued my normal wash routine: Whitest Whites cycle with a Prewash and Extra Rinse with about 2 1/2 T of Eco Sprout. Normally I do one more rinse cycle on warm, but this morning I did a full wash cycle, a short cycle, without soap for an extra good rinsing.

Well, here are some pictures:


 This is a microfiber insert from a BumGenius 3.0 that I've had for 18months. I don't use these often because they just never look or feel clean. Plus, I'm not a fan of the hook and loop closures on the covers or pockets in general. Remember, I sprayed this and put it directly into the wash.




And here it is afterwards! Not perfect, but SO much better. These inserts probably need to be soaked for an extended period, but I was impressed. 




Now, on this next one, I know you are going to question me because the before picture and after pictures are of different diapers. I cannot apologize enough for that. My husband came home at lunch to grab more diapers to take to daycare. I shoved a bunch in a bag and kept one to photograph for this post. But I swear to you, they all look the same now. 

So, here is the before. This is a BumGenius Elemental that again, I've had for 18 months. Normally, I can sun my stains out, but the winter sun just hasn't been enough to help. This is what they look like WET! But they don't look much better after they've been washed.



And here's the after shot! Again, not perfect, but for being sprayed and thrown in the wash, I can't complain.



So there you have it. A super quick review of my last minute experiment with some BacOut.

This week's Monday Match-Up, which I posted on Monday, is a full 32 oz bottle of BacOut, with the spray nozzle and 2 packs of RLR shipped for free at $17.00. No code needed, just put this in your shopping cart and you'll be set!

Please note that any additional items added to your cart will incur shipping costs, but based solely on those item. So if you add 1 more pack of RLR, you'll be charged $2 shipping. But since our FREE SHIPPING threshold is $25, you won't have far to go to meet that.

Please follow our FaceBook and/or subscribe to our Blog to stay up to date on the latest deals and happenings at www.IWillWashThem.com

Monday, March 12, 2012

Strip those babies' diapers!

There seems to be a lot of talk on FaceBook about stripping diapers lately. Recently, I lost my water softener system and I've been relearning and perfecting my wash routine again after over a year without issues. Not long ago, I did a good long soak in Eco Sprout, which was amazing. Then, I got some RLR and I just HAD to try it! Awesome stuff I might add. But now, we've got Biokleen's Bac-Out in the 32 oz bottle with the foaming action spray nozzle. I have not yet had an opportunity to test it out, not going to lie to you, but I plan to tomorrow. I sent all my pocket diapers with micorfiber inserts and my AIOs to daycare today, so I will get some ..... man! I forgot to take pictures of them before they were used. Ugh! I ALWAYS do that! OK, well just trust me. The microfiber is yellow and the AIOs are stained. We're just advancing past winter here in Nebraska, so there hasn't been a lot of sunning going on lately.

So, this week's Monday Match-Up is a 32oz Bottle of BioKleen's Bac-Out and 2 packs of RLR Laundry Treatment for $17.00, shipped for free!

Watch for a post on my experience with BacOut as soon as I can!

Friday, March 9, 2012

A Quick Giveaway for 475 Fans . . . If we get there

If we reach 475 fans on our FaceBook Page by the end of the day today, we'll giveaway 2 packs of RLR Laundry Treatment!

Go ahead and enter, but remember, we MUST have 475 fans or I will not chose a winner:


Monday, March 5, 2012

Monday Match-Up 3-5-12

I didn't get a blog post done for this week....or even take a picture.

But this weeks deal is:


Week of 3-5-12 Monday Match-Up:

This week you get 5% off an Eco Sprout Breathe...again Pail Freshener 

AND 

a Planet Wise Wet or Wet/Dry Bag

As always, it will ship for free and come with a 10% off coupon* to be used on your next purchase.

*Some exclusions will apply.


Monday, February 27, 2012

Monday Match-Up 2-27-12

I struggled with what to pick today but I've been using a few CJ's products regularly for MYSELF and I decided that the Mommy's need something for themselves this week. So:




Like I said, all products I use regularly. Here's a little bit more about each and my experiences.


CJ's Natural Deodorant 

I've been using CJ's Deodorant  for close over a year. It's been discontinued, but I've got a few on my self. Come to think of it, why am I offering this up to you when I should totally be hoarding it? Oh well. I started using it because my nursling found entertainment in licking near my armpits. Last thing I wanted was my precious little girl ingesting the Secret Clinical Strength Antiperspirant I had been using!
It takes a little bit for your body to adjust to a natural deodorant. Luckily, my baby brother had warned me of this in advance, or I wouldn't be recommending this product to you today. At first, you'll find yourself applying more and reapplying throughout the day. That is pretty normal while you are adjusting. But now, I apply in the morning, and 95% of the time, I'm good all day. Remember, this is a deodorant, not an antiperspirant. If I know I'll be having a particularly stressful day, I still grab the "other" stuff. I'm about to start working out again, so we'll see how that goes. I mean, you are supposed to stink at the gym, right?


CJ's Creamy Lotion

Ahhhh...CJ's Creamy Lotion. If you have been following my FaceBook for awhile, you may recall me asking about natural/alternative treatments for acne. Well, here is what I did: I stopped using all the stuff I had in the house. I had been using  Neutrogena Washes and Astringent. I now ONLY apply CJ's Lotion after showers and my acne is SO much better. Disclaimer: I do not typically wear make-up. If I do, usually it is just powder or if I'm getting "dressed up" I'll wear the Clinique Tinted Moisturizer, powder and some mascara. If you wear make-up, you'll probably need to use a make-up remover at least. 
Anyway, what I figured out was that I was drying out my skin, which was causing my acne. Duh. I mean, I've only heard that a million times. But when you have oily skin, you think that it doesn't apply to you. Let me tell you friends, IT DOES!
I also use this lotion on my kiddos.
I almost forgot to mention that when I had  a sinus infection recently and the skin around my nose was super dried out, this lotion made things all better without the burn that typical lotions cause.




I was hesitant to try this because I've always used a bleach/water mix for general cleaning. But when the Apples & Spice, seasonal scent came out, I had to try it! I now use CJ's All Purpose Cleaner for ALL PURPOSE CLEANING. LOL. I use it for the kitchen counters, stove top, inside and outside of cabinets, fronts of appliances.... I also use it for surface cleaning in the bathroom, dusting, wiping down the dining room table, etc. I would not recommend it for cleaning glass and I do recommend checking a small spot before using it on any wood products, but otherwise, it is definitely ALL PURPOSE. And what is better than a clean house that doesn't smell like typical cleaning products?




And finally  there is the Chap Stick! 

Again, with the recent sinus infection and the mouth breathing (it was awesome, let me tell you!), my already chronically chapped lips were in horrible shape. I am not terribly good at remembering where I put things, so I tend to spend half of my days with dry lips, searching for my Chap Stick, but when I find it RELIEF!!!
You can actually feel CJ's Chapstick absorbing into your lips and moisturizing. Can you say that about other brands you've used? I can't. Others seem to make more of a barrier rather than help the situation. I also love that it comes in several wonderful flavors. I'm currently using the Strawberry Lime. YUM!!!

Now, for the deal:

Get a FREE Chap Stick with a purchase of 2 of the other 3 items featured in 

To get the free Chap Stick, add it to your cart and use: MMU22712 to reverse the charge.
IF and ONLY IF your Monday Match-Up total does not qualify for free shipping ($25 minimum) then you can use the code: SHIP22712 to receive the free shipping.
*If you add other items to your order, and reach the $25 total, you won't need the code.
As always, you'll receive a 10% off coupon code in your package to be used on 
your NEXT purchase.

Saturday, February 25, 2012

Our Back-Story

I feel like I've done this post before, but I don't see it, so what the heck, I'll tell you about my family, why we do what we do and how we got to this point.

John and I (Erica) met in college in Northeast Nebraska. I guess we met once before I remember meeting, so that tells you who made a bigger impression. LOL. Anyway, it took us awhile to go from acquaintances to dating, and then things moved pretty fast and slow at the same time. We got engaged on Christmas morning 2001, were married July 27, 2002 at the age of 21 and moved into our new apartment, in Nashville, TN August 2nd! We were newly weds, he was living somewhere other than his parents home, and 10 hours away from the closest family member all within a weeks time. It was nuts.

We finished our educations in Nashville and started our family. Funny story: I wanted to have kids right away but he wanted to wait 5 years. We are about 99% positive that our first child was conceived while we were on our vacation, celebrating our 5th anniversary. I guess that's the accountant in him. At the time our first daughter, Elizabeth, was born John was working in the Finance Department at the college we both had graduated from and Erica was working in the Music Industry, from a home office, but also continuing education by earning a Paralegal Certification.

Before Elizabeth was born, I had every intention of using cloth diapers and breatfeeding her. I also had planned on having a natural labor and delivery or at least holding off on the epidural as long as I could. Well, things didn't work out like I planned.

At 36 weeks, my OB told me that my blood pressure was beginning to concern her and that she thought inducing at 37 weeks would be the best option. OK. Sure. You're the Dr., you should know. We got to the hospital at 11:55pm on March 30th, they made us wait until midnight, and then we checked in. We got the standard "you're being induced in a hospital" treatment. Sometime in the middle of the night, I was checked and had made it to 3cm. At that point, I was asked, for about the 100th time, if I was ready for my epidural. I told the nurse I'd like to wait as long as I could. Her response was "If you are up all night with contractions, you'll be too tired to push and end up having to have a C-Section." Scared the CRAP out of me, so I said I'd take it. I then felt nothing, absolutely nothing. Our beautiful, healthy little girl was born at 5:35pm. I had a small episiotomy, which I kinda felt being performed, but that was about it. I then felt nothing in my left leg for 48 hours. I was stuck in that bed, no shower, no walks, for 3 days. It was horrible. But do I regret it? No. I have a beautiful, almost 4 year old, little girl.

I had NO clue about cloth diapers and since none of our friends had kids, no one to ask, so I ended up using disposables. I tried them all...and have an opinion about them all. I wish we had been able to use cloth, or had the time to do more research. But do I regret using disposables? Nope. Again, healthy little girl.

Breastfeeding didn't go well either. We struggled with latch, multiple "consultants" and visits to the pediatrician. They gave me a nipple shield in the hospital and then 2 weeks later told me that I should be pumping because using it would prevent my supply from being what it should be. For 3 and a half weeks I was a wreck. Our 6#7oz little girl was losing weight and I felt it was all my fault. For awhile, every hour, on the hour, I was either nursing, pumping or feeding her a bottle. At that point, we had to start supplementing with formula and eventually, I gave in. I wish it had gone differently, but again, I have no regrets.

In January of 2010, we found out we were expecting our 2nd kiddo. This time I was determined to do things differently, the way I wanted to, regardless of anyone else's opinions. I had already been seeing a Certified Nurse Midwife for my annual exams, so using her for prenatal and L&D was a no-brainer. She's amazing, honestly and completely amazing! If you're in the Norfolk, NE area, Gail Consoli...look her up, use her! She's at Midwest Health Partners. I also hired a doula to help me with the process.

I purchased 12 BumGenius 3.0s during a buy 5 get 1 free sale and 12 BG Elementals to start my Cloth Stash. I'm pretty sure I had them, prepped, and ready to go before I was even showing. LOL. I already had my pump and bottles and all the other baby stuff, all I needed was the baby.

On September 16th, I went in for a pedicure and then to my 36 1/2 wk check up. I was 3 1/2 cm at my appointment! I had no idea I was even in labor. All day I had contractions. John was super busy at work with audits and I wasn't to expect him home before 9:00. Around 8:00, I called and told him he needed to come home because I "though" I was in real labor. Around 10:00 I started having really long contractions that prevented me from feeling the baby move, so we decided to run into town and get checked. Family loaded up and off we went. Gail just happened to already be in the hospital so she got me settled. Again, I was thinking check and then go home. She told me I was staying. Elizabeth hung out with us until about 2am when John's grandma came to get her. It was about 2:30 when I guess I hit the transition phase and things finally started to get painful. But I can't complain because by 4:38 I was holding my beautiful little Isabelle. Completely drug free, I was ready for a shower by 6:30! Completely different experience.

We went home the next day in disposable diapers because my One Size diapers were HUGE on the poor little 6#8oz baby girl.We quickly learned that the DryMax Chemicals in Pampers were burning her little bum and my mother purchased us 24 Diaper Rite Prefolds and 4 Bummis Super Whisper Wraps. LIFE SAVERS!!!! We do disposable diapers from time to time. I'm not going to lie. Sometimes it's just easier.

Breastfeeding went much better this time. She latched on immediately. Ok, wait, I lied just a little. The first 6 weeks were HELL. We had thrush, which got into my breast tissue and I had to take 4 doses of Diflucan to treat it. This actually happened to us twice. Before we knew what the problem was, I would have panic attacks, bawling uncontrollably at the thought of having to nurse her. Once we figured out the thrush, it was smooth sailing. Our daughter, at 17months, has has maybe 12 bottles. We are just now weaning. I would have liked to wean her sooner, but I've treasured our nursing relationship.

I'll continue with a post next week about how our cloth diapering journey, preferences and business came to be what it is today...and them maybe in another week or so, I'll let you know where I'd like to be.

Thank you for supporting us and what we love!

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Sunday, February 19, 2012

President's Day Sale 2012!

Monday Match-Up and President's Day are going head to head at I Will Wash Them!!!

The Monday Match-Up will be $5 off, and free shipping when you order EACH OF THE FOLLOWING:
Any 6 NEW prefolds (Bummis and OsoCozy come in 6 packs already, Diaper Rites require 6 singles);
Any Bummis PUL cover; and
Any CJ's BUTTer, Lotion OR Carcass Cleaner.
That is 3 things for the Monday Match-Up.
Enter the code: MMU22012
You will also receive a coupon for 10% off your NEXT purchase that will come in your package.
As always, the Monday Match-Up will ship for free and is good until Sunday night.

Three orders over $50 will be able to use the code: SPRAY to receive a FREE bottle of Eco Sprout Bottom Spray. This is the original formula/bottle. When you hit $50, add a bottle to your cart and enter the code at checkout to watch the cost disappear! This offer is valid until we get the 3 orders in!

And, get 10% off any Planet Wise products with the code PRESIDENT. This offer is TODAY ONLY!

You can get all 3 offers in one order!!!!!

Please e-mail me at Erica@IWillWashThem.com or comment on our FaceBook if you have any trouble!

Saturday, February 11, 2012

Planet Wise Wet Bags have arrived!

Wow. Talk about some PRETTY wet bags, huh? There are more sizes and fabrics to choose from than really should be allowed. I'm starting with just a few prints and limited sizes and quantities. For right now (and I mean probably just the next week or two), you will only be able to order in stock products. But, because Planet Wise is so amazingly quick with their shipping, I'm going to start allowing "back orders" of some of the products. I'll be doing the same with Best Bottoms eventually.

For now, take a look at what we have in stock, and PLEASE, tell me if there is something you want. I'll get it in ASAP!



Planet Wise Reusable Wet Bags (There are also Wet/Dry bags, and we do carry those as well. But some info is better than all sometimes.)

Innovative Seam Sealing

Most waterproof material, when sewn, leaves tiny holes in the fabric allowing liquid to seep out over time. After a lot of research, Planet Wise Inc has discovered an innovative way to seal the seams so NO liquid can escape out the waterproof seams.  Try it!  Fill your bag with water and give it a squeeze!

iParenting Media Award

Available in THREE Sizes!

  • Small 8"x10" and holds approx. 1-2 cloth diapers
  • Medium 13"x16" and holds approx. 8-9 cloth diapers
  • Large 18"x21" and holds approx. 16-17 cloth diapers



What you’ll LOVE about our Wet/Dry Bags!
  • PVC Free and Lead Free Zippers
  • Reusable to avoid using plastic bags, helping to protect our planet
  • Anti-microbial
  • Made in the USA
  • Many great uses including storing wet/dirty items, swimwear, diapers, shoes, cosmetics, gym bag and the list goes on.
  • Made with high quality designer fabrics with coordinating waterproof inner material and locking zipper.
  • Each bag is innovatively sewn with hidden seams and sealed for no wicking or leaking. First and ONLY in the industry!
  • Resists most stains odors - keeping smells in.
So Many Uses! Great for storing and transporting:Wet & Dirty Items
Swimwear
Diapers
Potty Training
Cosmetics
Shoes
Gym Bag
List goes on
and on.....
What you’ll LOVE about our Wet Bags!
  • Anti-Microbial
  • PVC Free and Lead Free Zippers
  • Reusable to avoid using plastic bags, helping to protect our planet
  • Made in the USA
  • Made with high quality designer fabrics with coordinating waterproof inner material and locking zipper.
  • Each bag is innovatively sewn with hidden seams and sealed for no wicking or leaking. First and ONLY in the industry!  Patent pending on our waterproof design.
  • Resists most stains odors - keeping smells in.
High quality designer fabrics with coordinating waterproof inner material and locking zipper

Aqua Swirl

Art Deco

Bangle Dots

Black

Blue Recycle

Bumble Dot

Butterflies

Chic Petunia

Chocolate

Daisy Dream

Fiesta

Flame

Funky Flowers

Geometric Studio

Green Meadow

Lime Cocoa Bean

Lime Somersaults

Lime Squares

Love Forever

Meadow Tweets

Midnight Curl

Orange Woods

Organic Earth Links

Organic Garden

Organic Kaleidoscope

Organic Lime Medallions

Organic Navy Circuits

Organic Silver Scroll

Outer Space

Owl

Peace On Earth

Piccolo Dot

Pink Daisy Stripe

River Rock

Sage

Spring Dots

Think Peace