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Basic Cloth Diapering Supplies

by on Sep 10, 2009 in bellies & babies, natural & green

What supplies do you need for cloth diapering? Here are my recommendations. Cloth Diapers – I recommend anywhere between 18-24 diapers in a rotation. I believe we have 24 diapers and that has worked for diapering two little ones at a time (with diaper changes every 3 hours unless we have a poopy – pockets [...]

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One Size Pocket Diapers Reviews

by on Sep 09, 2009 in bellies & babies, natural & green

Pocket diapers? Prefolds? AIO’s? There are many diapering options on the market today and it can be a bit confusing to decide which method to choose. I have been using cloth diapers for over two years now and have experimented with all of the different systems of cloth diapering. I am hoping to save you [...]

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Homemade Cloth Wipes

by on Sep 08, 2009 in bellies & babies, frugal & simple

This week we are doing a little mini series on some of my favorite recommendations for cloth diapering! Stay tuned for my extensive review on various diapers we have tried over the last two years of our cloth diapering adventures. If you are new to cloth diapering, or want to hear more of the pro’s [...]

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Frugal & Fun Makeshift Kiddy Pool

by on Aug 20, 2009 in bellies & babies, frugal & simple

We decided to be creative while trying to bear the heat of the summer this year by making our own kiddy pool. We took a under the bed plastic storage bin which had been storing random pieces of clothing and filled it with water for our own makeshift pool. Karis loves it and has a [...]

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Scriptural Encouragement for Preparing & Giving Birth

by on Aug 12, 2009 in bellies & babies, faith & womanhood

Although my newest addition is already five months old, I know there are plenty of new babies in the oven ready to be welcomed into the world. I wanted to share the passages of Scripture, quotes and encouragement that sustained me through my natural delivery. It is not an easy task to give birth to [...]

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Potty Training Tips & Tricks

by on Aug 11, 2009 in bellies & babies

I received several requests for any tips I might have to share on potty training. As we have successfully completed our first two weeks at potty training, I have definitely learned a lot! I read several books in the process of preparing to do this, but the best tips I found were from those who [...]

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Increasing Milk Supply: Homemade Mother’s Milk Tea

by on Jul 22, 2009 in bellies & babies

I have personally struggled with keeping up a healthy and rich milk production for my babies. I have battled with discouragement and failure when not able to satisfy my child’s need. The Lord has done a good work in my heart, calling me to trust Him that He will provide my child with the nourishment [...]

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Homemade Bubbles for Littles

by on Jun 18, 2009 in bellies & babies, frugal & simple

What fun we have playing with bubbles around our house! You can make your own bubble fun play with a simple empty spool of thread and your favorite castile liquid soap. Can’t get much better than this for frugal fun! Supplies: Empty spool of thread Castile liquid soap (Dawn’s dishwashing soap, Dr. Bronner’s or Trader [...]

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Moby Wrap Review

by on Jun 02, 2009 in bellies & babies

I love to be able to snuggle up with my newborn babies and see them fade out into oblivion as they cuddle on my chest; thus, I greatly love the Moby Wrap Baby Carrier! With my first baby, I dreaded the thought of a crazy wrap or sling! But as I have grown in my [...]

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Having Multiples Without Breaking the Bank

by on Apr 23, 2009 in bellies & babies, frugal & simple

I have enjoyed reading from Crystal at Money Saving Mom in the past about how to have a baby without breaking the bank. Now is it possible to have multiple children and still maintain a budget with the cost of clothing, diapers, and other supplies? Children are such a blessing from the Lord and should [...]

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