Zephyr Hill

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Edushape’s New Wooden Toy Collection + a Giveaway

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I think most of us probably played with some type of wooden toy in childhood, and so they are undeniably nostalgic. But those days aren't gone, because many modern parents are turning to classic wooden toys for their little ones to grow up with. That's why I'm so glad to share with you that one of my top picks for children's toys - Edushape - has introduced a new line of products. We received Edushape's Sort-a-Truck and Dilly Dally Snail to review and share with you this Continue Reading

SprayStand Cloth Diaper Shield Review and Giveaway

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Cloth diaper super fans tend to gloss over the reality of dealing with messy diapers. But it's a real thing that holds many families back from ever trying them. So thank goodness for tools like diapers sprayers and shields. They are considered by some to be absolutely essential to their success with cloth diapers. This June, I was given the chance to try out a complimentary SprayStand by SimplyImagine. Here's their story, as shared with me by Trent:  "Our family wanted to use cloth diapers Continue Reading

Wink Training Pants Review & Giveaway

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You never know how long the potty training phase will last, so it pays to find affordable cloth training pants from the very beginning. Today, I'm going to share with you a brand Katie and I both had a positive experience with: Wink Diapers. We purchased a couple of the new organic bamboo trainers to try out on our toddlers (ages 2 and 3). Basic features of the Wink trainer: Waterproof thermally bonded PUL (or TPU) outer Sewn-in organic bamboo terry inner lining with 2 layers of Continue Reading

Nicki’s Overnight Training Pants Review & Giveaway

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There are now two different styles of washable trainers from my affiliate, Nicki's Diapers - the daytime pants (reviewed here) and now a new night time option! Nicki's Overnight Training Pants feature: A waterproof outer A built-in microfiber layer for absorbency A fleece lining to keep your toddler feeling dry A separate foldable 2-layer bamboo insert A retail price of $14.00 Size options of Small (16-21 lbs), Medium (22-30 lbs), Large (30-38 lbs), and X-Large (34-45 Continue Reading

Steeped Single-Serve Coffee Review and Giveaway

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If I didn't have nine children and a packed homeschooling schedule, I'd probably visit a coffee shop every day. There I would sit, for an hour or so, reading recipe books, Far Side cartoons, and H.G. Wells. The next best thing, I suppose, is to enjoy a cup of coffee while blogging at home. And it's really nice when you don't have to turn on a coffee maker or get out the French press. In the past, the single-serve answer was instant coffee granules, but I don't think much needs to be said here Continue Reading