When there is no babysitter...just bring baby to Parliament!

That's what 39 year old Hanna Dahl, a member of the European Parliament (MEP), did this past Thursday, when she reported for duty in Strasbourg, France.
Danish born Dahl, grew up in parts of Asia and now lives in Denmark with her husband and two children.

Dahl denied bringing baby to work to make a statement, as just two weeks earlier she had criticized the European Parliament for now allowing its members to take maternity or paternity leave. If parents want the time off, they must step down from their position with the Parliament. Her actions made international headlines causing mixed reactions around the world. Some were amused, while some others were angered.

She indicated that her husband is who normally babysits, but he had to go to Denmark unexpectedly and that was the reason why 3 month old Gaia had to go to work with mommy.
Little Gaia, dressed in a cute pink top, appeared to be on her best behavior. And despite some circulating rumors on the news media, there were no reports of breasfeeding or diaper changing during the political session.

"Considering my husband has been with her so many times while she screamed, I decided to take her along this time," Dahl said. "In Denmark we have a very relaxed attitude towards breastfeeding in public, and the same ought to be the same here."

We really admire how progressive the Scandivians are when it comes to combining motherhood, family life, and work. Hanna says her intent was not to make a statement, but she certainly did! She is one gutsy Mom and we are proud of her!

25% Discount on Speesees, Sckoon, Under the Nile, and more

From now until April 17th save 25% OFF and enjoy FREE SHIPPING of your favorite Organic Baby Clothing Brands: Speesees, Sckoon, Under the Nile, Kate Quinn, and Lukeeno.

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The Belly Bandit Abdominal Compression Binder

Proudly Made in the USA

As Featured on The Ellen Degeneres & The Rachel Ray March 5, 2009
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The Belly Bandit™ wrap is an abdominal compression binder designed to help you get your body back to its former fabulousness post childbirth.

Not only does the Belly Bandit™ help reduce uncomfortable uterine swelling, it aids in decreasing bloating caused by water retention, and gives additional support for Mommy’s weary legs & back. For you breastfeeding moms, there’s a bonus… the Belly Bandit™ will help you with your posture during feedings, and may help to reduce the all too common back & shoulder pain associated with breastfeeding.

Ultimately, the Belly Bandit™ wrap will aid in getting you back to your pre-pregnancy hotness faster than ever!

Stretch marks – urgh! Although everybody knows what can cause them ie: stomach growth and the stretching of skin, we really have never thought about the post period and what may be another factor. The excess skin that is pulled and stretched after birth may continue to cause unsightly markings by “hanging around”. Greater support of this loose skin may actually decrease tension which in turn may decrease stretch marks in the post period.

Who knew it could be so easy?
Smart women around the world that’s who! The binding of a woman’s abdomen post delivery has been used therapeutically for centuries all over the globe. Increased and constant pressure against the abdominal area has many benefits. It has been known to help flatten the belly and redefine the waistline while helping you keep your back straight, thus minimizing associated pain and fatigue.

This is simply a breathable and comfy exclusively tailored abdominal wrap to assist your body in regaining its former beauty and shape. The Belly Bandit™ provides strong support to help relieve discomfort and give you that extra boost of confidence you deserve after childbirth. Our smooth lightweight construction is designed to be worn comfortably under all of your clothes and our tagless design won’t irritate your skin.

Features

• Helps Loose Inches Faster
• Doctor Recommended
• Helps Minimize Stretch Marks
• Reduces Discomfort
• Accelerates Healing Process
• Improves Posture
• Reduces Pressure on Back and Legs
• Helps Minimize Swelling
• Restores Confidence
• Provides Support for Breast Feeding
• Adds Abdominal Support and Comfort After C-section

About the Bamboo Belly Bandit

The eco-friendly Bamboo Belly Bandit™ is inherently anti-microbial, moisture wicking and is three times more durable than cotton. As a plant, Bamboo is a completely sustainable crop from the ground up. It requires no pesticides, fungicides, herbicides or additional water. Just add normal rainfall and it grows as much as four feet per day! Fabric made from Bamboo is one of the softest, all natural, GREENEST, fibers around. Being earth-friendly never felt so good!

• The Bamboo Belly Bandit is the Most Premium and Most Comfortable of all Bally Bandit Bands
• Th e Bamboo Belly Bandit is the Best Selling Belly Bandit
• The Bamboo Belly Bandit is available in Nude and Black
• Proudly Made in the USA

Vote for Best Baby Organics in the Leading Moms in Business Competition

We ask you to support Best Baby Organics in the Leading Moms in Business Competition by visiting the following link and casting your vote!

http://www.startupnation.com/leading-moms-2009/contestant/5335/index.php

The contest is focused on those “can-do” moms who run families and businesses at the same time.

The Leading Moms in Business competition will rank the top 200 mom-run businesses across America as determined by popular vote. You can vote once a day from now until March 31st and it will take you less than 5 seconds. Thank you in advance for your support!

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Fortunately, Glamourmom makes some super practical nursing tops. These easy to use breastfeeding garments can become a new mom's best friend. They are fashionable and come in many different colors, lengths, and styles. Our favorite part is that they can be "operated" with one hand. Ahh...what a relief!


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Searching for the Best Cloth Diapering System

There are so many cloth diaper choices in the market: micro-fiber, polar-fleece, water proof, one size diapers, pocket diapers, pre-fold diapers, fitted diapers, diaper covers, inserts and doublers, all in one diapers, Organic Cotton Diapers, Hemp Diapers,
And then all the different brands, and system options....aaahhhhhh! it's almost like a science, and all you want to do is cloth diaper your baby.

Don't worry! We are doing the homework for you and are currently searching for the best Eco-friendly diapering system to carry in our store. You'll soon be able to order cloth diapers from Best Baby Organics and have them delivered right at your door step.

The International Breastfeeding Symbol

Did you know that there is an international Breastfeeding symbol?

Have you ever seen this symbol in a public place?
We haven't! but would certainly like to see it proudly displayed everywhere we go.

In Miami, where Best Baby Organics is based, there are not many breastfeeding friendly places. If a mom needs to breastfeed, she has a few options: she can either go hide with her baby in a smelly bathroom, or try to find a quiet place to cover herself up and hope not to offend anyone. Breastfeeding in a Miami public place can be quite stressful for mom and baby. Where is the symbol we ask?

The symbol exists and it has already been spotted in many places around the world. It all started as a Mothering contest initiative to create public awareness and to encourage breastfeeding. The winning image was designed by Matt Daigle of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Matt has made this design available to everyone and it is copyright free. THANKS FOR YOUR CREATIVITY AND GENEROSITY MATT!!!

We love this symbol! and wish more shopping centers, restaurants, and other public places in Miami and around the country would create areas for mothers to breastfeed their babies or simply make their places more breastfeeding friendly, so that moms don't need to stress when feeding time comes around.

We heard from a Norwegian mom, that in Norway they even have "breastfeeding cafes" where moms can go and hangout with their other mom friends, while breastfeeding their babies. How cool is that? Now, why can't we have something like that in Miami?

LUKEENO™ - Organic Baby Essentials

Best Baby Organics introduces LUKEENO™ to the American and European Markets.

Miami based LUKEENO™ has launched its Organic Baby Essentials Line, which includes Tees, Onesies, Lounge Sets, Pants, Gowns, and Blankets for newborns to two year olds. LUKEENO™ Organic Baby Clothes are buttery soft and made from high quality 100% Certified Organic Cotton.

Bloom Baby Eco-friendly High Chairs, Bouncers, and Furniture

After looking for the best Eco-friendly High Chairs to carry in our store we finally found BloomBaby!

BloomBaby is a very cool Modern European Style Eco-Conscious manufacturer of High Chairs, Baby Bouncers, and Kids Furniture. We love their stuff so much that we now carry their entire line of products in our store. Here is why we like Bloom so much:

• Bloom has received international design awards
  
• Bloom's baby gear designs are smart, functional, modern, and super hip
• Bloom is eco-conscious

Every Bloom product exceeds all applicable safety standards and regulations. They proactively minimize the use of harmful chemicals and processes in their products

All Bloom products are independently tested and certified to be lead free, phthalate free, PVD Free, heavy metal free, and AZO dye free

Bloom does not use polycarbonate in food access areas of of products and use hight quality FDA approved food contact grade plastics on food contact surfaces

Bloom wooden products are free of wood PCP and other toxic wood preservatives, fiber board (MDF) Free, use formalde hyde-free adhesive, low voc finishes and originate from certified sustainable beech and birch wood forests

Bloom prohibits the use of wood from intact natural forests, high conservation value forests, protected a reas, and high value tropical wood species.

Receive FREE SHIPPING when you order Bloom Baby High Chairs and other Bloom products from Best Baby Organics No Coupon Code is necessary

Postpartum Belly Binding - The Belly Bandit Makes its Debut on the Rachel Ray Show

The Belly Bandit was featured on the Rachel Ray Show today!

The Show's "Human Lab" segment had three women testers, who tested three different products that combat belly fat. One of the testers was Yasmin and her belly problem was associated with Post Pregnancy belly bulging:

"Yasmin, 30, is a new mom who is concerned that her belly will never go back to its pre-baby state. She says that her stomach used to be firm, but after losing most of the 45 pounds she gained during her pregnancy, it remains loose and soft. "If I don't try something drastic," says Yasmin, "I think my stomach is here to stay." Yasmin tries the Belly Bandit, an abdominal compression binder designed to help new moms get back in shape by wrapping and compressing their stomachs."

Yasmin used the Bamboo Belly Bandit and tested its effectiveness for several weeks. She then appeared on the Show, and was happy to report back to the audience that after losing several inches, she even had to order a smaller size Belly Bandit to continue shrinking her stomach. She also said that the Belly Bandit was very comfortable and very easy to use.

We are thrilled for Yasmin and wish to congratulate her on her new baby and on shrinking back into shape so fast!

Thanks Belly Bandit!!

Japanese Monkey Pants Best Baby Photo Contest and Giveaway

Best Baby Organics (US Home of the Japanese Monkey Pants) knows that all you Monkey Pants die-hard fanatics have been busy chasing after baby, camera on hand, hoping to snap those funny pictures of baby wearing Monkey Pants.



Well...it's time to send us those pictures for the world to see!

We will be selecting the cutest/funniest picture of Baby wearing Monkey Pants on May 31st, 2009. And the winning baby will receive TWO FREE MONKEY PANTS from our newest collection.

You can send us your images via email: MonkeyPantsGiveaway@bestbabyorganics.com
Please also include your baby's name
and a short comment or title for the picture.

By sending us your images you grant us permission to permanently post your baby's picture on our blog. The contest will end on May 31st, 2009 at Midnight Eastern Standard Time. And we will announce the winner on our blog the week following. The winner will also be notified by email.