Diapering that cute little bum

Are you contemplating cloth diapers, but aren't quite sure about that whole laundry bit? I felt that way, too, until my husband volunteered to make diaper laundry his "job." I feel lucky to report that 15 months later, I still haven't washed a single dirty diaper. Thanks, honey!

If it weren't for him though, I'd sign up faster than I could blink for the Do Good Diapers cloth diaper laundry service. They actually pick everything up from your house, launder your diapers, then drop them back off to your house. Amazing! And if that means you can spend less time doing laundry and more time with your family, I count that as well worth it. Have you tried Do Good? If so, let us know what you think!

How to know which cloth diapers to use though? That's a question for Blooma's resident cloth diaper expert Liz Abbene, who teaches Enlightened Mama birth and natural baby care classes. She knows every kind of cloth diaper inside and out! Her next Enlightened Baby Care Workshop is Saturday, Sept. 19, 2-5 p.m. Aside from cloth diapering, Liz will also cover the topics of baby wearing, natural baby care, and making your own baby food. Sign up online by clicking on the "Workshops" tab.

(Liz also has a fabulous breastfeeding workshop coming up THIS SATURDAY! Click on the "workshops" tab for more info.)

Love,
Alisa, Sarah, and the women of Blooma.

Get enlightened!

Moms, dads & caregivers, there are still a few spots left in this Sunday's Enlightened Baby workshop! Join Liz Abbene, founder of Enlightened Mama, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. to learn safe, natural ways to promote health, bonding, and happiness in your new little one. Sign up now!

Topics include:

Cloth Diapering—Thinking about cloth diapers, but not sure where to begin? You’ll learn about the benefits of using cloth diapers, how to use and wash them, check out different types, and practice diapering those tender baby bottoms.

Babywearing—Your baby loved being carried for nine months, so why stop now? The benefits of babywearing are numerous for everyone. Check out different styles of baby carriers, various positions, and learn how to make wearing your baby a wonderful part of parenthood.

Natural Baby Care—You want the best for your baby, inside and out. Learn basic baby care, with a focus on keeping things as natural as possible, just as your baby wants.

Infant Nutrition—Mealtime with baby is the messiest fun you’ll ever have! Learn how to provide healthy meals for each stage of your baby’s development. We’ll discuss how to make your own baby food, a timeline of introducing new foods, and ways to make feeding your baby fun and easy.

The Enlightened Baby workshop is open to moms, dads, and anyone who cares for baby. Expectant families and new families with babies are welcome. For more information check out www.enlightenedmama.com.

See you on Sunday!

Love,
Alisa, Sarah & the women of Blooma