The Cradle Crush

Eco, Green, Organic, Healthy: What’s the Difference?

October 12th, 2009 by The Cradle Crush

By Ali Wing, author of giggle guide to baby gear and founder of giggle

Of course you want your baby’s nursery to be as healthy as possible – but where do you start?

Everyone’s jumping on the bandwagon these days and labeling their products “green,” “organic,” “eco-friendly”, and “healthy.”

The problem is, there’s a lot of confusion about what’s what, and the terms tend to get used interchangeably. Our customers tell me all the time that with so many terms and standards, it’s easy to get confused – and I agree!

For a rundown on everything, read on…

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10 Ways to Save Big on Baby Gear

October 11th, 2009 by The Cradle Crush

Baby products are an 8.9 billion dollar industry in this country. There’s a lot to choose from – and a lot of stuff you can live without.

A typical middle-income family with one child in the U.S. will spend an average of $13,590 on baby’s first year alone. But you can get better value, and still buy high-quality, safe products without spending a bundle.

How?

The trick is to do your homework and research products before you shop online or step foot in the baby products superstore. Get in the know before you start shopping…

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BuckleyBoo

October 8th, 2009 by The Cradle Crush

Buckle up, kids! And we’re not just talking in the car… we’re talking during playtime!

BuckleyBoo offers developmental toys for the little ones – plush animals designed with brightly patterned ribbons and different styles of buckles to play with and explore.

Developed by a renowned child psychologist, Dr. Jane Ross, these toys are intended to promote skills such as problem solving, small motor, and visual scanning in children from 15 months to 4 years. If you have an infant at home, check out their BuckleyMobile and other small toys to use in the stroller or while playing in their crib. (Editor’s note: Please remove all toys from the crib during sleep time.)

Cute and clever!

Special offer: Cradle readers will receive 20% off BuckleyBoo products!

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Big Girl Jewelry Workshop – 20% Off!

October 7th, 2009 by The Cradle Crush

As you saw in today’s newsletter, we are currently crushing on Big Girl Workshop jewelry.

It’s a perfect way to personalize your own necklace, from sterling silver or gold dipped charms, gem birthstones, ID tags or cutout pendants. Put on your creative cap and do a little mixing and matching!

Plus, it’s 20% off! Visit our Deals & Discounts to get your coupon code. (And see what other discounts we’re offering!)

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The PouchMISS

October 5th, 2009 by The Cradle Crush

Love your stylish handbag, but still need to carry a diaper bag?

Fashionista, have no fear!

Turn your favorite tote into a handy dandy diaper bag with The PouchMISS.

Simply slip into your bag, and voila! You can organize diapers, wipes, ointments, toys and more right in your beloved handbag. And along with the many compartments (to hold both baby items and your own personal items), it also comes with a change mat and 2 insulated pockets for bottles.

Special offer: Receive 20% off The PouchMISS.

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