10% off New Free time AIO diaper by Bumgenius!

Announcing the NEW bumGenius Freetime!

Maximize your freetime with the NEW, all-in-one, one-size cloth diaper from bumGenius. Two semi-attached stay dry inserts inside allow for adjustable absorbency. Diaper your baby in one easy step!

Features:

• 3×3 snap down design* adjusts the sizing to fit small, medium and large sizes (approximately 8-35+ pounds).
• Trim, snug and comfortable stretchy tabs* provide a custom fit.
• One step cloth diaper - no stuffing!
• Two rows of snaps ensure a trim, bumGenius fit every time!
• Gentle leg elastic contains the mess!
• Semi-attached inserts dry faster and allow for customized absorbency where your child needs it most.

Cloth diapering made even easier!

bumGenius Freetime All-In-One One-Size Cloth Diapers feature our patent pending butterfly closure system to provide a comfortable, trim fit. This simple design makes cloth diapering as easy as using disposables. Our "no-stuff" system with semi-attached inserts is an ideal solution for families with a child in day-care or family members resistant to cloth diapers! Using the snaps on the front of the diaper, adjust the size if needed, put the diaper on your baby, wash, dry and re-use. No extra steps. No stuffing. No cover required. Our one-size diapers are designed to fit most babies weighing between 8 and 35 pounds.

The soft, waterproof outer fabric keeps the diaper trim on your newborn and toddler. Soft, sueded inner fabric gently wicks moisture away from your baby's skin. Super stretchy, gentle leg and back elastic with rolled out casings keeps the yuk in and help to keep red marks away.

Care Instructions are the same as the bumGenius 4.0 cloth diapers you know and love:

• Fasten hook tabs to laundry tabs on slot cover.
• Pre-wash cold. Wash hot (100F/40C) with bumGenius detergent.
• Extra rinse. Line Dry.
• No laundry additives. No fabric softeners.
• Use 1/4 cup or 60 mL bleach in the hot wash once per month.

You can order your bumGenius Freetime cloth diapers HERE for $19.95 each. Save 10% with code: SAVE10

bumGenius Freetime cloth diapers will begin shipping in January 2012.

AppleCheeks 2 sized reuseable swim diaper video review!

Here is a video review I did for AppleCheeks reuseable swim diapers.. Enjoy!
              


You can purchase these swim diapers at: Bums N'beyond! (click link)

Oh Katy One size pocket cloth diaper video review!

Here is my first video review for Oh Katy one size pocket style diaper! Hope you enjoy!

You can purchase 'Oh Katy' Diapers at: Bums N'beyond!

Diva Cup review!

-Let me start this review by saying it is not for the male audience-

When I first heard about the diva cup, I was a little taken a back.. I was also a little grossed out by the idea. Then I opened my eco-friendly mom and baby boutique, and was forced to take another look at it because it is one of the most eco friendly mom products on the market. I knew that I would have to try it for myself before I could carry it in my store for other moms, or lady's out there to try.

The diva cup comes in two sizes:

Model 1: For women under 30 years old who have never delivered vaginally or by Cesarean section.

Model 2: For women over 30 years old and/or for women who have delivered vaginally or by Cesarean section.

That time of the month is not something most of us talk about often, yet it happens every-single-month.. with that said here are the benefits of using the Diva Cup:

1. It is made from safe, medical grade silicon that is known to be non-toxic for our bodies.
2. Used correctly the Diva Cup is more comfortable than tampons.
3. There is no need to carry extra supplies when you travel or are out and about.
4. There is no need to keep buying tampons or pads. Thus it will save you money!
5. No gross waste to hide or worry about clogging the toilet.
6. Good for heavy or light flows.
7. Can be safely worn for 12 hours at a time, so you spend less time worrying about it.
8. When worn correctly, No gross leakage. (I always hated the "rip-cord" on my tampons)
9. The risk of TSS (toxic shock syndrome) is virtually non existent.
10. Less odor. Seriously.. smells and feels fresher.
11. Did I mention how comfortable it is??

It did take me a few trys to know how to tell if the Diva Cup was correctly situated. You will quickly learn that if it doesn’t feel right, it is not in correctly. It will feel a little uncomfortable if it’s not placed correctly.

The Diva Cup is not for the squeamish. If you are not comfortable with the idea of using an applicator free tampon, chances are you won’t be comfortable with the Diva Cup.

You will be rinsing out your cup, again this is not for the faint of heart.

The instructions will tell you to rotate the Cup one full circle. When you do this it becomes leak free and comfortable. If you don’t  do this, there is a chance you might have a leak.
You will NEED to wash the cup with a non toxic safe soap – Diva Wash is perfect for this.

Diva cup retails for around 39.99 and can be used month after month.

The Diva cup can be purchased at: Bums N'beyond! (click link)

Moms Advise Magazine

Hello all! Moms Advise Magazine is an amazing online Magazine and community for moms. It is run by my good friend Shea Anne who is a stay at home (or I guess work at home now) Mom of 2 beautiful babies under the age of 2! She is the sweetest, kindest person I know, and has worked very hard putting together events and this magazine so that moms like us have an amazing support base.

Ok, so now for the goods, I will give away 1 Grovia shell in either blue or pink to 1 lucky winner!

All you have to do is...

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-Head over and "Like" Moms Advise magazine. And tell her that Maternal Instincts sent you!

**Please leave a comment here letting me know that you have done this with your email address, and I will pick a winner in about a week.. THANK YOU!**

Open to USA and Canada Only.

And the Winner Is....

Drum roll please......

              ~MEL aka  mjudge83 !! ~

You are the winner! You have won a 25.00 GC to AppleCheeks, and Oh Katy Diaper in your choice of color and a 10.00 GC to BumsNbeyond! I will email you to get your information! Thank you to all who participated, and stay tuned for more giveaways soon!!

A Blogtastic Extravaganza 2.0!

So Far I have 3 confirmed sponsors! The WINNER will get a $10.00 Gift Card to BumsNbeyond, their choice in color of Oh Katy Pocket Diaper, & a $25.00 Gift card to AppleCheeks !! Wow!

BumsNbeyond is the Eco-friendly, Chic Mom & Baby Boutique! They carry lots of Cloth Diapers, Wet Bags, Baby Carriers, and more! They are run by a Military family  & offer a 10% military discount everyday!  Like them on Facebook here: BumsNbeyond Facebook Page. 

                                

~Oh Katy is a one size pocket diaper that comes in 9 cheerful colors. Get a head-start and be sure to "Like" Oh Katy Facebook, and tell her thanks from Maternal Instincts !!

~AppleCheeks is a 2 size pocket cloth diaper system, and is a breakthrough in reusable diapering. Be sure to "like" AppleCheeks on Facebook: AppleCheeks Page, and tell them Maternal Instincts sent you!!

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Mandatory Entry:  

+1 Follow Maternal Instincts via Google Friend Connect. (I will check..)

-Make sure to leave your email address for EACH comment you leave!-

Extra Entries:

+1 Like Bums N'beyond  on facebook and thank them for the giveaway.

+1 Like AppleCheeks on facebook and thank them for the giveaway.

+1 Like Oh Katy on facebook and thank them for the giveaway.

-Contest ends @ 10:59 pm PST on August 21st- Open to USA.