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BUSYBODYBOOK
Be here now. No, wait—be there now, be there in an hour and back here by 3:15. No—that’s not right, that’s Wednesday’s plan and it’s only Tuesday…I think. Not knowing whether you’re coming or going does not make for a happy mommy. Schedule a little zen into your life with a whole-family organizer from BusyBodyBook. Complete with five spacious columns to schedule up to five family members for a side-by-side view of who’s where when, this chic tracker, available for the calendar or school year, helps you manage your time and your duties with its user-friendly grid format. Assign spare columns to anything from personal goals to chores to errands to vacation to-do’s—BusyBodyBook has got you and your on-the-go-go-go life covered. It’s definitely an “om” run!
($17.95, www.busybodybook.com)
Win it! September 1, 2 and 9
$25 GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM QUIRKY BABY
Mom, you’re gonna carry that weight—the weight of your child, that is—so why not do it in style? There are so many choices when it comes to tot-toting, and QuirkyBaby carries them all, including buckle carriers, pouches, slings, mei tais, wraps and more from top-selling brands like Beco, Ergo, Pikkolo, Scootababy, Hotslings, Moby Wrap and BabyHawk, all done in fabulous fabrics. Hands-free convenience and fashion aside, baby-wearing bolsters your little one’s development by providing the fundamental need for him to be in close physical contact with his caregivers. This crucial and sustained bonding experience has benefits that range from helping him sleep and nurse better to allowing him to confidently and securely engage with the outside world. Not sure what carrier is right for you? QuirkyBaby owner Jane McClintock does in-person consultations (if you live in or around the greater Princeton, N.J., area) and free ones via e-mail. Bouncing baby bonus: free shipping on orders of $50 or more, and purchases of $75-plus receive a free BabyLegs.
Win it! September 3, 11 and 23
A PAIR OF SHOES FROM ELEVEN COLLECTION
Step into fall in the height of kiddie-cool with a pair of shoes from Eleven Collection. Designing high-quality, high-style and dependable shoes for every occasion, Eleven Collection’s artisan-level creations, for kids ages 3 to 8, feature soft leather uppers for comfort and breathability, along with durable rubber soles for traction. Plus, they sport Velcro or zipper closures for easy-on, easy-off access for little hands. These shoes are made for walking—and running and look great. You can count on it!
Win it! September 4, 22 and 27
THE CINCH BY ANEW
Show that post-baby belly jiggle who’s the boss with a Cinch.
This supremely elegant abdominal wrap tames your tummy by tightening all the abdominal muscles with dual front panels and double side wings for further support (read: it’s a muffin-top slayer). There’s even an inner front pocket that allows for a cold/warm or aromatherapy pack for extra comfort—mind, body and soul. The ultra-feminine svelte-maker is a one singular sensation that slims with your waistline (no need for multiple wraps!); offers a built-in measurement guide for easy, confidence-boosting results; and sports a moisture-absorbent lining with Anion technology to promote better circulation. With the Cinch, the shape of things to come looks pretty dang sexy!
($86, www.byanew.com)
Win it! September 6, 15, 17 and 20
WAGAMAMA BABY BLANKIE-BALL
Soft and round and cool and funky, the blankie-ball from Wagamama Baby is rolling (end “Girl from Ipanema” here) its way into your life. This smart baby must-have, a luxe blankie that tucks into a stylish pouch, keeps Junior’s precious lovey safe from germs when he’s out and about, and saves Mommy from having to throw it in the laundry every time she returns home from Whole Foods.
($46 for the small and $56 for the large, www.wagamamababy.com)
GET 10% OFF WITH CODE FAMILYGROOVE10
Win it! September 5, 14 and 24
$50 GIFT CERTIFICATE FROM MYUBBY
Looking for a truly unique baby shower or new-baby gift? Custom-create a little cozy for your cutie pie with myubby. This beautiful-blankie-building site offers more than 50 fabrics and color/print options, 11 poly satin edging colors or stitch choices, and other special signature features and add-ons to help you design a snuggly-chic lovey, guaranteed to keep your little one wrapped up in one-of-a-kind style.
($22 to $30 for the itty bitty ubby and $27 to $74 for the original ubby, www.myubby.com)
Win it! September 7, 19 and 28
SIMPLE WISHES HANDS-FREE PUMPING BUSTIER
Express yourself—and return e-mails, write thank-yous, read, get ready to go out or scrapbook. No more awkward, labor-intensive, pump-slipping-off-when-you-move-to-grab-the-remote pumping. Woo-hoo! You’re free. Well, you’re hands-free with this fashion-meets-function bustier from Simple Wishes. A mom’s work is never done, but at least with this innovative nursing accessory, you can milk your time for all it’s worth.
($35, www.simplewishes.com)
Win it! September 8, 12, 18, 25 and 30
CHIC SCENTS PUTTY
Play your cares away with Chic Scents. This nontoxic, 100 percent gluten-, casein- and latex-free wonder-putty is a hands-on way to lift your mood, relieve stress, improve concentration and allay pain. Naturally scented for heightened sensory stimulation, the potent putty, part relaxation tool, part toy, also helps with everything from anxiety to ADHD to autism. Plus, it’s fun! Kids of any age (from 4 and up) love to mold, twist, bounce, roll, snap, crackle and pop this good-for-the-mind/body/soul touchy-feeler. Available in bright, super-appealing colors and heavenly smells like marshmallow, banana, cake icing, melon and more, it’s all natural, so Mom and Dad don’t need to fret if their curious kid samples the goods.
($9.95 for 2 ounces and $14.95 for 4 ounces; www.chicchicky.com)
Win it! September 10, 13 and 21
A CASE OF MOTHER NATURAL CLEAN HAND SANITIZER
Swine flu. H1NI. Whatever they’re calling it, it’s baaaaack—with a vengeance. The easiest way to keep the nasty virus at bay? Make sure those hands of yours are clean. Slay swine flu germs with the all-natural hand sanitizer from Mother Natural Clean, makers of all-natural baby, home, pet and personal care products that actually work. This flu fighter, formulated with aloe vera, vitamin E, vegetable-derived cleansers and plant-based essential oils, is gentle enough to use when handling babies and strong enough to keep school-age kids and their parents safe from whatever wicked this way comes all season long.
($40 for a case of 12 8-ounce bottles; $3.49 for a 4-ounce bottle; $8 for an 8-ounce bottle; www.mothernaturalclean.com)
Win it! September 16, 26 and 29