Julia Lohmeyer
Executive Assistant
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Julia joined Cotton Babies in 2016 as Executive Assistant to Jenn Labit. She’s the proud mama to a toddler and a baby. She and her husband also have 2 dogs, a cat, a turtle and a pet fish. Julia is a diehard Cardinals fan who loves spending time with her family, shopping, crafting, and binge-watching “The Office.”
www.jenniferlabit.com
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We’re a few weeks into 2021. First, let’s celebrate we made it through the mess that was 2020! New Year’s Resolutions often get a bad reputation, but here are a few I can get behind. These resolutions are specifically created to help make myself a better mom and person. Health Resolution I know, this is the most overdone resolution, but check in on your physical and mental health. How are you doing? I stress ate my way through 2020. My goal for 2021 is to wear a sports bra as a top to yoga class and feel confident. I’m not
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This Thanksgiving, I am thankful for all the moms in my life. 2020 has been challenging to say the least, and the moms in my life have kept me grounded and feeling sane. Of course, I am thankful for my husband and kids, but I just want to shout out to the other moms in my life who are the unsung heroes. Sweet Gestures I am lucky enough to have friends who have shown their love and support throughout the pandemic. Whether it’s sharing a funny gif or meme, or sending personalized gifts to my house, I know they have
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We are beyond excited for our newest Genius Gear: Adult Leggings, Sports Bras, Phone Cases and Throw Blankets! For now, we’re rolling out these exciting new products in Harper, Strong, and Maggie prints. Check back as we add more to the collection. Order yours today or give them to a friend this holiday season! Kick back and relax and some cozy leggings! What is the Genius Series? Fields of study yield geniuses that have left an inpirational mark on the world. The Genius Series prints have been inspired by adventurers to artists, movie stars to authors, and more. Harper Nelle
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My kids have potty trained and moved on from cloth diapers, but my friends with new babies ask me about my cloth diaper preferences and what I would recommend to them. Well, that all depends on what they are looking for in cloth diapers. If they are choosing cloth diapers strictly to save money, I would recommend Econobum or Elemental Joy. Econobum Newborn For newborn babies, Econobum newborn covers with a preemie or infant prefold are my go-to solution. They are super cost-effective and keep all the newborn poop inside. If you’ve ever experienced an up-the-back newborn poop blowout, you
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Dear parents – we’ve got this! 2020 has handed us our butts, but that means we can get daylight savings under control. We have several options. Move. Move to Arizona or Hawaii where daylight savings time is straight-up not observed. I’m pretty sure they are onto something here. See you in Hawaii! I volunteer as tribute. Ignore it. Let’s just be an hour late to everything for the next few months. We’ve got kids, so this won’t really surprise anyone, right? Time travel. Does anyone else remember the show “The Adventures of Pete & Pete“? I always think of the
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As 2020 goes on, we keep coming up with new ways to live our lives. Here are some tips on how to keep Halloween fun and as safe as possible. Halloween Do’s Masks and social distancing are going to be a requirement. Try to make masks fun for Halloween by incorporating them into the costume. We have disposable child-sized disposable masks in stock now. Plus, we have KN-95 masks for adults. Our masks ship from St. Louis, MO. If you have your heart set on handing out candy, do it from a safe distance. I’ve seen some creative ways to
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Are you looking to switch up some things in your life to leave the world a bit greener? Here are some things you can consider to help create less waste 1. Cloth Diapers This is the Cotton Babies blog, so, of course, we have to mention cloth diapers! Using cloth diapers instead of disposable diapers can prevent 1 ton of trash going to the landfill per baby! Remember, cloth diapers don’t have to be all or nothing. Even using cloth diapers half time or part-time prevents a lot of trash that would otherwise end up sitting in a landfill for
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For the most up-to-date guidelines, check the Centers for Disease Control. Here are some basic tips to stay healthy this fall while enjoying some activities. Safety matters! Take precautions and have fun. Safety First: Wear A Mask By now, the importance of masks has been drilled into all of us. Make sure your mask is clean, fits well, and is made of materials that will act as an effective barrier. When you are out and about, it’s good to pack some extra masks in case of stinky breath, your mask gets wet, or it falls on the ground. You can
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Virtual learning has, hopefully, improved for many families since this spring when it was thrust into our lives. After a summer of planning, many are approaching virtual learning with a fresh breath of air. Instead of just barely getting by, we, collectively, have found some things that help to make things go smoother this time around. First of all, none of this is ideal, and all of us are doing our best. Hopefully, these tips will help make things a little bit easier for you and your family. Dedicated Space for Virtual Learning In normal times, most kids go to
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Just because breastfeeding is natural, doesn’t mean it’s always easy. If you are pregnant and plan on breastfeeding, set yourself up to succeed. Lactation Consultant If your hospital or midwife has a lactation consultant, meet with them to have your baby’s latch evaluated. Getting a good latch helps ensure baby is transferring milk and mama will not be in pain. A lactation consultant is a great resource for a new mom. Comfort Products When you first start breastfeeding, it is normal to experience engorgement and discomfort. The Lansinoh Breastfeeding Starter Pack includes lanolin and therapy packs to provide relief.
