Cotton Babies and Dignity Period, an organization whose mission is to keep Ethiopian girls in school by providing quality menstrual hygiene products, have a lot in common. Both began with an entrepreneurial woman who identified a serious lack in her community and decided to do something about it. Dignity Period Dignity Period supports the Mariam Seba Sanitary Products Factory, which was founded in 2009 by Freweini Mebrahtu, an Ethiopian woman with a bold vision. Growing up in Ethiopia, Freweini went through puberty and young adulthood without access to sanitary supplies. She remembers missing school, being isolated and embarrassed at home,
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We’re celebrating World Breastfeeding Week August 1-7! Today, we’re highlighting a product moms have fallen in love with: the NuRoo Multi-Use Cover. Truly multi-purpose, use this cover while nursing, pumping, on shopping carts, high chairs or car seats, and more. For moms who are on-the-go, having a product that folds away is easily is important. Fold the NuRoo Cover to slip inside your diaper bag. It has no straps, rings or buckles. It’s a simple, stretchy cover that combines fashion and function. It provides full coverage when used as a nursing cover and allows mom to easily check in on
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In honor of World Breastfeeding Week, I’d like to share some of my favorite products designed just for nursing mamas. Nipple Cream I am a big fan of Motherlove Nipple Cream, but I also love Earth Mama Angel Baby Natural Nipple Butter. Both soothe sore, cracked nipples and are safe for your nursling. These are definitely a must-have item, and I always bring one to the new moms in my life. Even the veteran moms I know get caught up preparing everything for the new baby but forget about themselves. Nursing Pillow A nursing pillow is a lifesaver. I used
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World Breastfeeding Week World Breastfeeding Week is August 1-7. The World Health Organization and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a baby’s life, with continued breastfeeding in addition to solid foods up to at least 12 months of age. The truth? Breastfeeding is hard. It can be difficult physically and emotionally for new moms. According to the CDC, only 51.8% of infants are breastfed at 6 months and 30.7% of infants are breastfed at 1 year of age. Obstacles One reason mothers stop breastfeeding is a lack of support. Even though a
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Everyone wants to ask, “how’s the new baby sleeping? Is he sleeping through the night?” No, Carol. No, he is not. My kids don’t sleep. At this stage, I’m willing to try anything, including the Lamby Lambskin Cuddle Rug. My babies are not bad babies. They just want to be snuggled. Coincidentally, I love to snuggle them. It’s not a bad thing. Most of the time, this arrangement makes me pretty happy. We have our routine down. I go to bed early while my husband tends to our infant. Usually, he wears him in a Moby Wrap. After I get
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What’s more fun than a Bilibo? SIX Bilibo Minis! In case you’re not familiar with a Bilibo, let me back things up. Who or what is a Bilibo? A fun toy! With no instructions, kids can play with a Bilibo however they want. Kids can sit on it, in it. Climb on it, spin. Fill it up. Send other toys underneath. There are infinite ways for kids to play with it. Designed for kids ages 2 to 7, it will last a long time. I gave one to my daughter before her first birthday. Over a year and a half
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Today’s edition of Truly Genius Tuesday… err, Wednesday, highlights the latest print in our Genius Series, Neil. Who was Neil… Forty-eight years and 5 days ago, Neil Armstrong took an epic walk on the moon’s surface. Neil Armstrong was an aerospace engineer, naval aviator, test pilot, university professor, but most notably, an American astronaut and the first person to walk on the Moon. Way back in 1969, Neil was as the spacecraft commander for Apollo 11, NASA’s first manned lunar landing mission. On July 20, 1969 at 10:56 p.m., Neil Armstrong took his famous first step on the moon. Since
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If you’re a member of an online mommy group, there’s a good chance you will come across a slew of abbreviations. Mom groups can be helpful to us for a variety of reasons. If you’re looking to join one, may we suggest the Cotton Babies: The Mob on Facebook. Here’s a dictionary of our unofficial list of the most commonly used abbreviations and terms. Hopefully, this list will help you join in the conversation! 4.0 – 4th style of bumGenius Original pocket diaper; see BG4 5.0 – Latest version of the bumGenius Original pocket diaper; see BG5 AI2 – All-in-2 Diaper; Usually
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All together now… “aww!” We have some new loveys that you are going to love! The Mary Meyer Afrique Boutique collection is simply irresistible. Are you looking for a sweet gift to welcome a new bundle of joy? Look no further! These high-quality gifts are sure to put a smile on a new mom’s face. Loveys are just the right size for little ones to cuddle. Plus, some babes find comfort and learn to self-soothe while holding a beloved item. This luxurious line of plush toys features some of our favorite safari animals like elephants, giraffes, and lions. They come
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I am extremely lucky to work at a company that goes out of its way to support mothers and families. At Cotton Babies, I get to bring my baby to work. Babies at work is easily the best perk I’ve ever had. Since returning to work, everyone asks me what it’s like. I came back to work when my baby, Tommy, was 8 weeks old. He is now 13 weeks old, and we are both adjusting to life in the office. Here, I’ll answer the questions I am most commonly asked. Where does the baby go? He’s with me most of