Modern Natural Baby Blog

Tub Time!

2011-11-15T14:57:00.000-08:00

We have several new bath products in stock! First, Tummy Tubs! Tummy Tub® eases the transition from the secure environment of the womb to the outside world. The unique womb shape helps your baby to relax and become calm in the familiar fetal position. Surrounded by water, which stays warmer for longer due to the small surface area, babies feel confident and secure. Both your baby and you will enjoy this easy to use, safe and relaxing bath for a long time. You can use the Tummy Tub until age 3 or 35 lbs! Lots of babies that hate the bath, actually really enjoy the Tummy Tub!

Here is a video:

We also have the Tummy Tub Steps, which make using the Tummy Tub very easy! They can also be used as a step stool for kids in the bathroom! It also has a potty part it comes with so it can be used as a toilet trainer!

Natural Sea Silk Sponges are soft, gentle and absorbent, perfect for bathing newborns and babies! It allows for one hand on baby and one hand on the sponge!

The Leslie's Boutique Pail Liner Winner!

2011-01-27T06:58:00.000-08:00

Christina DeLucia is the winner of our Leslie's Boutique Designer Pail Liner giveaway!! Congratulations!!

Leslie's Boutique Designer Pail Liner GIVEAWAY!

2011-01-21T14:55:00.000-08:00

It's been a looong time since I have updated this blog, so let's fix that by doing a GIVEAWAY!

Today we are spotlighting a product by a local Michigan company, Leslie's Boutique! One of their newer additions to their product lines is the Designer Pail Liner! These pail liners are so fun, with the designer fabric covering the top elastic!

Show off your Diaper Pail!

Fun! Designer fabric topped liners mean no more boring elastic!
Large Capacity! Pail liner fits in most standard cans and pails. Large capacity design holds 24+ diapers

Tote! Convenient carry handle for hanging and holding
Fresh! Pail Freshener Fleece Pouch is perfect for a deodisk

Available Sizes:

One Size

23x52"

24+ diapers*

*diaper capacity will vary depending on type of diaper

Here is a picture of the handle:

And the Fleece pouch:

The liner we are giving away is the Black Calaveras, one of our most popular prints, very colorful and glittery!

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2. The contest will run until Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at 11:59 pm EST.

3. Winner will be chosen and notified on Thursday, and will be posted on the blog and Facebook.

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Bummis Easy Fit Diaper Demonstration

2010-06-07T21:30:00.000-07:00

Check out one of the store's newest diapers, the Easy Fit! This is one of my favorite new diapers, and it's SO EASY!! I love all in ones, but I hate how long they take to dry! This is the perfect diaper for that! And the colors are gorgeous!!

We were on the news!

2010-05-13T17:27:00.000-07:00

Check it out, we were on Fox 2 News!

http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/dpp/news/foxe_reports/cloth-diaper-store-opened-in-ferndale-20100511-ms

New FuzziBunz Colors!

2010-04-26T12:01:00.000-07:00

Here are the NEW FuzziBunz colors!! I placed an order this morning, as soon as they are here I will let you know! We got all the colors in One Size and Perfect Size! What is your favorite??

We have occupancy!

2010-03-29T15:21:00.000-07:00

Today was a big day! Our painting is finished, and our inspection was done and we now have occupancy! We can open whenever we'd like now! Looks like our opening will be April 10, with a ribbon cutting at 11:00 am. Here are new pictures!

Our colors are basically lighter shades of the colors in our logo. The pink walls are actually a light purple, and the half walls , very back walls are green, and the side wall with the door is blue.

Here is our counter!! I love how it turned out! Big thanks to my brother in law for helping us build it!!

Check out our play area! That is a chalkboard wall!!! The kids will love it!

I haven't posted any pictures of our ceilings...aren't they cool? Vintage tin ceiling! I love it!

Here is a good shot of the purple color, this is the bathroom door.

Renovations....

2010-03-24T22:19:00.000-07:00

The old awning is down!

Looking pretty rough...

Coming soon signs are up!

Walls are getting painted! This is supposed to be blue.....it's pretty light though...

The store!

2010-03-12T12:05:00.000-08:00

Our store is empty! Here are some pictures!

The front!

This is the front door, that is Woodward out there :)

This is taken standing at the front door.

This is taken standing at the side door, at the back of the store. This area will be the play area.

Just another view of the back of the store

And, this is the bathroom. Yes, I took a picture of the bathroom. it's nice! Most of the places we looked at had disgusting bathrooms that needed a lot of work!

We are going to paint the colors of the logo/website, and are willing to accept any ideas/suggestions! :)

BIG news! And Gro Baby Demonstration

2010-03-02T10:09:00.000-08:00

If you haven't heard already, we are opening a brick and mortar store in March or April!! We will be located at 22446 Woodward Ave, in Ferndale! We are so excited!!

On to our next diaper demonstration, the Gro Baby Diapering System!

Video: Flip Diaper System Demonstration

2010-02-15T14:01:00.000-08:00

Sorry for the poor video quality, it was dark. We know now to do them in BRIGHT light! Today's video : The Flip Diaper System!

Video: Thirsties Duo Diaper Review

2010-02-06T18:58:00.000-08:00

We are going to start doing some videos to demonstrate how different diapers work! The first diaper we have chosen to demonstrate is the Thirsties Duo Diaper.

Let me know if you have any questions on the Duo Diaper, and let me know what products you would like to see reviewed!!

Mother-ease now in stock!!

2010-01-23T22:32:00.000-08:00

We now carry Mother-ease! I have used this diaper and LOVE it! This is one of my favorite fitted diapers! We carry the Mother-ease One Size Fitted Diaper, Sandy's fitted diaper, the Air Flow Diaper Cover, Toddle-ease fitted diapers, and Bedwetter Pants! Great, affordable products!! Check them out today!

Monkey Doodlez Sale!!!

2010-01-12T07:36:00.000-08:00

Our entire stock of Monkey Doodlez products are 20% off, now through January 22, 2010! If you haven't tried Monkey Doodlez, this is your chance!! You will love them! We have Monkey Doodlez All In Ones, Micro Doodlez and Bamboo Doodlez, also Doodlez Doublers - great for night time, Swim Diapers, and Wet Bags!

Black Friday Sale!!

2009-11-27T11:11:00.000-08:00

I know I'm late getting this up - but here it is!

Starting at 6:00 am EST on November 27, 2009 save 10% off the entire store using code BLACKFRI10. Free shipping on orders over $100. Local customers can contact me to pick up or to make an appointment to shop! emily@nopinsrequired.com

Due to manufacturer guidelines, sale not applicable to Bum Genius, Flip and Econobum products.

Discount only valid for 11/29/2009 orders and no previous or future orders will be discounted.

Black Friday Door Busters!

The first 5 customers to order will receive a 3 pack of Thirsties Fab Doublers!

We will be doing drawings to give away prizes during every 3 hour block from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. To be entered to receive a prize you must place an order during the time period that is the prize you want. All orders must be $20 or more to receive an entry into the drawing. The prizes will be:

9am - 12pm: Monkey Doodlez Bamboo All in One

12 pm - 3pm: Kissaluvs Marvel One Size Fitted Diaper

3pm - 6pm: 10 pack of Fuzzi Bunz Organic Cotton/Fleece Wipes

6pm - 9pm: Bum Genuis Bottom Cleaner and Bum Genius Odor Remover

AND orders ALL DAY will be entered into a drawing to win a luxurious Blueberry One Size MINKY Diaper!

Flip and Econobum are in!

2009-11-19T20:45:00.000-08:00

Cotton Babies (makers of Bum Genius) newest diapers, Flip and Econobum are in!

Why Flip™?

Cloth diapering has never been so easy!

• TOSS the used insert into your diaper pail

• REPLACE the insert with a clean one

• REUSE the cover. The one-size cover and insert adjusts to fit most babies from 7-35 pounds.

Absorbency?

Flip™ Stay-Dry inserts are made of 3 absorbent layers of microfiber and a smooth stay-dry suede that wicks away moisture from your baby's bum-keeping baby drier, longer.

Flip features:

• A waterproof shell, so no extra cover is needed.

• Wipe the inside of the cover out and use it over and over again!

• Form fitting elastic to prevent leaks.

• Patent pending comfy butterfly closure. A feature that is unique to cloth diapers made by Cotton Babies.

• No stuffing involved just tuck insert under flaps and go!

• Choose between a one-size Stay-Dry Insert or a one-size Certified Organic Cotton Insert.

• Disposable inserts are also available for use while traveling.

• Patent pending 3x3 adjustable snap system to fit most babies from birth to potty training.

Overnight

We recommend using two inserts when diapering a toddler or heavy wetter overnight. Extra inserts sold separately.

Washing Instructions

Wash hot, line dry cover, tumble dry insert. No laundry additives or softeners.

Fabric Content

Cover Outer: %100 Polyester

Cover Tabs: %95 Polyester, 5% Spandex

Stay-Dry Insert Stay-Dry Layer: %100 polyester

Stay-Dry Insert Absorbent Layer: %80 polyester, 20% polyamide

Flip comes in Individual packaging with 1 cover and 1 insert, or the day pack, which is 2 covers and 6 inserts.

Why econobum?

Econobum™ is the cloth diapering solution for every budget! Save money while making the environmentally friendly choice to cloth diaper little one's bum. The one-size cover and prefold adjusts to grow along with your little one.

Econobum features:

• A waterproof shell, so no extra cover is needed.

• Form fitting elastic to prevent leaks.

• Easy to use snaps.

• One-size prefold easily adjusts from small to large to grow with your baby.

• No stuffing involved just lay prefold in cover and go!

• Patent pending 3x3 adjustable snap system to fit most babies from birth to potty training.

Washing Instructions

Wash hot, line dry cover, tumble dry prefold. No laundry additives or softeners.

Prior to first use, prefolds must be washed 3-5 times in hot water with a small amount of detergent to ensure maximum absorbency.

Fabric Content

Cover: 100% Laminated Polyester

Prefold: 100% Unbleached Cotton

The Econobum also comes packaged individually (one cover and one prefold) or as a full kit, with 12 prefolds and 3 covers. The Econobum cover only comes in white.

We have very limited stock of these right now, so order yours today!!

Fuzzi Bunz update

2009-11-11T21:33:00.000-08:00

Fuzzi Bunz One Size Reward have been extended until the end of the year! Buy 9 One Size diapers, get $40 in Fuzzi Bunz product! We have stocked more colors of the One Size - red, yellow, orange and blue.

Also, we got the new Fuzzi Bunz prints in! Pink and Lime Dot and Brown and Blue Dot! We have them in the Perfect Size diaper. We have Pink and Lime in small, medium and large, and Brown and Blue in small and large.

Planet Wise Restocked! New pattern and colors!

2009-11-03T13:33:00.000-08:00

We restocked our best selling Planet Wise pail liners and wet bags! We got a new pattern for wet bags -Fiesta! I love this pattern! So pretty!

Also, we got a few new colors of pail liners, Dark Chocolate, Periwinkle, Sage and Yellow.

Order yours today!

Fuzzi Bunz One Size Rewards

2009-09-16T21:57:00.000-07:00

Welcome to FuzziBunz® One Size Rewards!

A Rewarding Way to get a super deal just by trying a great diaper. Buy any 9 One Size FuzziBunz diapers and earn $40 in Free FuzziBunz Product.

The FuzziBunz® One Size retail for $18.95 - after Product Bonus Rewards - $14.05 each.

Here's how it works!

Buy 9 FuzziBunz One Size Diapers

Return to FuzziBunz.com and fill out the “Redeem Rewards” form and choose your Product Rewards.

Print out form and mail in to FuzziBunz Rewards Program with your proof of purchase (must have proof of purchase dated between 9/10/2009 and 10/30/2009. Rewards forms can be turned in up to 12/15/2009.

Product Rewards Products: Extra packs of inserts, changing pads, diaper totes, nursing pads, Daisy Print diapers, XS Diapers, Hanging Diaper Pails and other accessory items made by FuzziBunz.

Click here to buy your Fuzzi Bunz One Size Diapers!

Bamboozles in Stock!

2009-09-08T10:55:00.000-07:00

Bamboozles are in stock!

A fitted diaper consisting of 4 layers of bamboo fabric that is fantastically soft and beautiful! You will fall in love with this gorgeous, silky fabric - it truly is irresistible!

Bamboo is a miraculous and eco-friendly fibre. It is a renewable resource with a very short growth cycle and it is grown without fertilizers or pesticides. In short it is the perfect environmental choice for diapers! Bamboo fibre also absorbs 60% more than cotton and is naturally antibacterial, breathable and cool. This is why the Bamboozle is such a slim fitting and ultra absorbent diaper. It requires less diaper changes, is comfortable for baby and not bulky under clothes!

The Bamboozle is made by our pals at Tots Bots in Scotland. Their products are top rated in the UK, and the Bamboozle is their most popular diaper! We are very excited to be distributing their products here – their team is dynamic and ethically minded, and makes a good fit with our own.

Tots Bots products are Oeko-Tex certified – which means they have passed stringent European standards for non-toxicity.

Special features of the Bamboozle:

-Easy to adjust snap closures

-Sewn in adjustable doubler for extra absorbance

-Two sizes only will take you from premature (5 lbs) right through to potty training (35 lbs).

It will fit well with the Super Whisper Wrap. For a truly deluxe offering – pair it up with a Polar Bummi!

The Bamboozle will reach full absorbency after 10 washes, although it can be used after about 2 washes. Wash in hot water and dry in the dryer. Line drying will extend the life of this diaper.

PLEASE NOTE: This diaper may take longer to dry than some other brands of fitted diapers,only because it is so much more absorbent.

Wahmies is here!

2009-08-21T20:27:00.000-07:00

is in stock! We have wetbags and wipes! The wet bags come in solids and fun prints, and three sizes, small, regular and all day. Wahmies are known for their wet bags!

The wipes are sold individually and come in girl, boy and gender neutral prints! They are so soft! Printed flannel on one side and cotton sherpa terry on the other side!

Planet Wise Wet/Dry Bags are IN!

2009-08-19T21:32:00.000-07:00

We have restocked our Planet Wise pail liners and wet bags, and we added their Wet/Dry bags! We love these bags! The extra pocket in front is great for taking your wipes on the go! No need for an extra bag for wipes anymore!

Click here for more information!

We have added another class for August, Wednesday August 26 at 6:30 pm!

Bum Genius SALE!!

2009-08-13T15:54:00.000-07:00

Bum Genius on SALE!! Buy 6 Bum Genius One Size Pocket 3.0s Get 1 Free, PLUS Free Shipping! While supplies last, and supplies are limited! Order now!

This is a great deal! Bum Genius products are not included in any sales, so jump on it while you can!

Click here to buy your 7 diapers for the price of 6!

Bum Genius in Stock!

2009-08-11T18:12:00.000-07:00

Jack is so happy the Bum Genius is here!

We now have IN STOCK: Bum Genius One Size 3.0 Pocket diapers, Organic All in Ones with Snaps, diaper sprayers, odor remover, and bottom cleaner!

Free Diaper classes!

2009-08-10T20:59:00.001-07:00

The class schedule is up!
We are pleased to offer free Cloth Diapering classes! In each class, we will cover:

-General information about cloth diapering
-The different systems of cloth diapers used today
-Washing your cloth diapers
-Good cloth diaper maintenance
-We will have many different brands of cloth diapers and covers available for participants to see and feel, and will be happy to answer any questions attendees may have!

Registration is limited, so please e-mail me (emily@nopinsrequired.com) with the date you'd like to attend, your name, phone number, age/due date of child, and how many people will be attending.

Classes for August:

Wednesday, August 19, 2009 6:30 pm

Saturday, August 22, 2009 10:00 am

It can only get better....

2009-08-08T16:44:00.000-07:00

Here we were today, miserable, soaking wet and freezing at the Green Cruise. I don't blame anyone for not coming out...it was awful. I feel bad for the Green Cruise organizers, they work hard to put on this event.

Tomorrow, though you can come see us and hopefully there will be no rain. Tomorrow the Royal Oak chapter of La Leche League is putting on a Picnic in the Park to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week!

11:00 am - 2:30 pm
At Beverly Park in Beverly Hills

Bring your family and your picnic lunch and join us for some playground fun!
Our local La Leche League Group will be there to celebrate families and
breastfeeding. Family oriented local businesses will be on hand while we
enjoy the park and picnic festivities. Popcorn and dessert will be provided.
We’ll also have face painting and activities for the kids!

Come see us at the Green Cruise!

2009-08-06T22:09:00.000-07:00

We've been open for 2 days, and everything is going good! We're getting orders in and getting them all shipped! I hope everyone is happy with our service! Remember, if you are happy with us, please rate us here! The link is on the home page of the store too! Thank you!

Saturday we are going to our first event (Sunday is our second event, I will post about that too!) We will be at the Green Cruise in Ferndale! The Sierra Club organizes the Green Cruise to celebrate alternative forms of transportation that do not burn fossil fuels by celebrating the people that use these alternatives - walkers, bikers, canoers, runners, rollerbladers, hikers, swimmers, etc. They will have a Green Alley with green businesses, like us! Come see us and our diapers! We will have diapers and accessories for sale!

Here is the list of events at the Green Cruise!

Ride
8am • 21 mile B’ham and back recreational ride
9am • 5 mile family ride
Start/Finish at the Green Alley, helmets and signed waivers
are required, riders must obey all traffic laws,riders under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please download, print, sign and bring the waiver to the ride. Link on right.

Celebrate
11am • ½ mile Parade to celebrate green forms of transit • Dress Up in Costumes • Decorate Your Bike
• Be Creative • Have Fun!
Gather in the green alley at 10:30 to be in the parade

Climb
11:30am — 2:30pm • Test your skills on the 25’ Rock Climbing Tower

Create
11am — 3pm • Arts and Scraps • Face Painting
• Sidewalk Chalk • Plus More!

Learn
10am — 3pm • Help Save the Planet in the Green Alley

Rejuvenate
10am — 3pm • Food, Refreshments and Massages

Grind
12pm — 3pm • Watch Skateboarders from Modern Skate perform demos and tricks

Tune-up
10am — 3pm • Get a Free Bicycle Check-Up
from REI or Continental Bike Shop

Rock-On
10am — 3pm • Enjoy FM 93.9 The River’s live broadcast

Corral
10am — 3pm • Store your bike in our secure area

See you there!

We are OPEN!!

2009-08-05T07:45:00.000-07:00

We had a ribbon cutting this morning and we are officially open for business! Come shop our Grand Opening Sale now through next Wednesday!

Getting close

2009-08-04T10:31:00.000-07:00

Ok, we are getting very close to the Grand Opening!

Here is Jack helping Mama unpack the Monkey Doodlez.

And here is our stock! It's looking like a store!

Stay tuned!

Welcome!

2009-08-02T22:39:00.001-07:00

Welcome to the No Pins Required Blog! We are working hard to open soon! Stay tuned for updates!