I've a question for you all, particularly those of you with kids over the age of 6: How often do you lose your temper with your kids? I mean, how frequently do you totally lose your shit -- especially over something that's probably completely inconsequential in the long run? Do you store up and simmer over all the little things until that one thing more makes you snap?
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The first thing I noticed about this side-snapping diaper was its sleek profile and trim fit. This is a lush diaper -- it is soft and stretchy and fits my 15lb 3mos old like a well-worn glove on the smallest snap-down setting. It is narrower between the legs than any other one-size diaper I've seen and the over-all fit doesn't seem much bulkier (maybe even less!) than a wet disposable. [...]
Read MoreRemember my review of the totally awesome one-size-fits-all wrap carrier I use at work? ;D Thanks to NAP, Inc., I'm excited to bring you the chance to win a Sleepy Wrap of your very own! Keep it for yourself or gift it to a friend, this carrier makes baby-wearing a new baby a natural, comfortable experience for everyone. It's easy to wash and has a great stretch that allows the wearer to pop baby in and out without readjusting the fit of the carrier. No more lugging about heavy infant car seats: tie the wrap on before you leave the house and it is ready to go when you reach your destination! :)
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I've made a few variations of this Indian-style chutney, and have enjoyed each and every one. It is a lovely cool counterpart to hot curries, but has enough of a kick on its own to get your engines revving!
Read MoreI prefer to avoid commercial diaper ointments, creams and balms for Boy#3. Mainly, I don't like the idea of rubbing chemicals into the skin in his diaper area, but a lot of mainstream rash creams are very bad for cloth diapers -- coating the fibers and rendering them unable to absorb liquid. When I do need to use "a little something" as part of the diapering routine, I like to use my homemade Bottom Balm. It's easy to make, has 2(!) ingredients -- both of which you can pronounce ;), and it gives a nice sheen to the skin making the next diaper change that much easier to clean. The beauty of using coconut oil is that it is naturally solid at room temperature!
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