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THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED!  CONGRATS, TAMARA B., YOU ARE THE WINNER!

Alternative Earth is the organic clothing line by Alternative Apparel. The vintage inspired designs are eco-friendly, maximizing on style and comfort.  The Eco-Heather line is one of my favorites because it is the perfect blend of organic cotton, recycled polyester, and natural rayon polymers.  The three fourth sleeve henley and pant from this line are in very heavy rotation in my every day wardrobe.  They are so comfortable and I adore the way they look.  In addition to the chic eco designs for men and women, they also provide a children’s line.  Who doesn’t love simple comfy tees for their little one? If you are looking for great design with complete comfort, look no further than Alternative Apparel!

Alternative Apparel has offered one piece of clothing of choose to one of our readers!  To enter, simply visit Alternative Apparel and leave a comment here on our site with your favorite article of clothing!  For additional entries:

1) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? then leave a comment stating you did so.

2) Twitter about the contest and leave us a hyperlink to the tweet!

3) If you haven’t, please join our FACEBOOK FAN PAGE!

4) Write a post on your own blog about this giveaway and comment with the permalink to this post.

5) Grab our button and put it on your sidebar and comment with a link to your blog.

6) Email 5 of your friends and tell them why they should check outDoesMommyLoveIt?. Be sure to COPY us on the email (doesmommyloveit@gmail.com)! Then comment stating you did so.

This contest ends November 10th, 2009 Midnight EST.

Click here for contest rules at DoesMommyLoveIt.com!

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            There’s no better start to my workout routine than with a great yoga outfit with a great meaning.  I tend to be more motivated and confident in my workout when I feel comfortable in my ensemble!

            Swami Baby is a wonderful yoga clothing line for infants and toddlers as well as their parents.  Created by a yoga instructor and mother of three, Katie Holley sought out to give a “voice” to her little ones.  “Swami baby not only strives to give this wisdom a voice, but also acts as a calming reminder for adults to relax, enjoy themselves and take life one baby step at a time.”  This is such a refresher for my own life right now.  It truly does give good perspective when you are in the midst of stress.

            Swami Baby carries yoga pants, organic tops, sweaters, and gifts for both adults and babies!  My favorite is their “Think Green” organic tee for babies and toddlers!

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Dreem is a mother-centered clothing line that are “mom” tees, tanks, and more for the next June Cleaver.  Created by Brooke Wall for reasons stated above, this broad line offers a range of selections for the hot mom in all of us.  With sizes ranging in XS/S to 2XL and many color options, surely everyone can find something they love at Dreem. Dreem features pictures of Trista Sutter, former Bachelorette, wearing one of these cute shirts.  Go ahead dig into Dreem and find shirts you are sure to love, whether you are pregnant or a mom!

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THIS CONTEST HAS NOW ENDED.  Congratulations Beverly on Winning!

“Belli Threads and Little Threads is the creation of Leslie-Anne Ball. A new mom herself, with one on the way, Leslie-Anne is aware of the fit and styles that best compliment a blossoming belly. All of the maternity tees are made with 100% cotton interlock, the cashmere of cottons. The baby items come in adorable gift boxes, perfect for a shower gift. And let’s not forget dad. The “proud new dad” caps are already a hit in many stores across North America. In fact, the entire line has been very successful with retailers. Leslie-Anne is thrilled to see the positive response to her designs and research efforts. “I really want women to enjoy their pregnancy, and a lot of that has to do with feeling good about the way you look”. With t-shirt phrases like “the baby made me eat it” expecting mom’s get to show off their sense of humour as well as their sense of style.” - Taken from Belli Threads.

When my Belli Threads & Little Threads Lil’ Bro, Big Bro, Lil’ Sis, and Big Sis shirts came in the mail I was delighted. These shirts screamed adorable! The print was perfect quality (I used to quality check t-shirt prints as a part of my previous career, so I know a little bit about printing.) The t-shirt they are printed on is made by American Apparel, which not only means they are of the highest quality, but also that they are made in the USA and sweatshop free!

My kids loved wearing their family status proudly. It even started conversations with people we met during the day. I can say with confidence…

Little Threads is giving 1 winner the opportunity to win a sibling set of shirts!!! That means two shirts from the big bro, big sis, lil’ bro, lil’ sis line! To win visit Little Threads and return to this post to comment on your favorite design. For other opportunities to win:

1) Grab our button and put it on your sidebar and comment with a link to your blog.

2) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? and leave a comment stating you did so.

3) Follow us on Twitter and leave a comment stating you did so along with your twitter name.

4) Write a post on your own blog about this giveaway and comment back with the permalink to this post.

That’s 5 ways to enter! Deadline for entries is Midnight of November 11th, 2008.

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THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. THE  WINNER IS YUNA!! CONGRATULATIONS!

What phrase equates to a stylish kid’s shoe? The answer: SEE KAI RUN! This shoe brand, approved by American Podiatric Medical Association, is just too cute for words. Here’s a brief on the story behind the birth of See Kai Run:

“Once upon a time, there was a little boy named Kai. Kai loved to play. Kai’s mom searched for shoes that would let Kai play at home and at the park. She wanted shoes that would be healthy for Kai’s growing feet. And since Kai was a stylish fella, he needed shoes that looked as hip as he was. When Kai’s mom couldn’t find what she was looking for, she decided to create her own line of perfect first shoes. ”

The See Kai Run shoe line for 6 months to 3 year-olds, has a harder sole for tougher play. The inside part of the shoes is made up of soft leather and even has a small arch support. The durable construction ensures a hand-me-down quality. I was fortunate enough to try the turquoise and brown shoes above. The straps are attached with strong velcro. Double stitching secures both the toe and heel suede pieces. The part around the ankle is lined with fur which is a great detail for the little princess.

If you are looking for a softer shoe for the baby crowd, See Kai Run carries a line for 0-18 months. Although smaller, it still carries the same stylish appeal and foot sensitive design. These shoes have also earned the American Podiatric Medical Association’s prestigious Seal of Acceptance.

SEE KAI RUN is giving away a pair of your choice from their See Kai Run line or their “Smaller” line, to one lucky Does Mommy Love It? reader. To enter, visit their site and leave a comment on this post about your favorite shooe. For additional entries:

1) Email 5 of your friends and tell them why they should check out DoesMommyLoveIt?. Be sure toCOPY us on the email (doesmommyloveit@gmail.com)! Then comment stating you did so.

2) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? and then leave a comment stating you did so.

3) Follow us on Twitter and leave a comment stating you did so along with your twitter name.

4) Write a post on your own blog about this giveaway and comment back with the permalink to this post.

That’s 5 ways to enter! Deadline for entries is Midnight of October 29TH, 2008.

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Their Story: “Rileyroos’s design inspiration comes from a combination of European fashion trends and the American spirit and casualness. We designed the line to imitate barefoot walking and to protect little feet. The sole of a Rileyroos shoe is flexible and its rubber-padded sole curls above the toes to provide leverage as a child begins crawling. Unlike many heavy or bulky first walking shoes, Rileyroos’ lightweight construction and protective bottoms support a child’s foot as he or she starts walking and provides traction to prevent falls on slippery surfaces.”

What We Think: These shoes have been assembled beautifully! They have a little less of a sole than the Jack & Lily shoes we reviewed last week, but have more support than a Robeez slipper. These shoes have plenty of flexibility for little crawlers and cruisers and durability of the leather and construction is obvious. The toes of the shoe just barely turn up which is perfect for babies development. The adorable stitching detail on each shoe adds to its charm.

These shoes come in four sizes: 3-6 months, 6-12 months, 12-18 months, and 18-24 months. They state on their site that the shoes run a little big and I found this to be quite true. The 3-6 month seemed closer to a 6 month shoe to me. Most of the shoes run $30 while the bootie shoes run $35.

My personal favorite are in the new fall collection— for girls, the Mary Jane in Tweed. And for boys, the Sportie in Tiger.

Rileyroos is offering one Does Mommy Love It? reader the opportunity to choose their favorite size and style and there are 5 ways to enter! Please comment separately for each entry.

1.) Go to Rileyroos and choose your shoe. Be sure to state both the size, style, and color you would want.

2.) Subscribe to Does Mommy Love It? via feed reader or email. If you are already a subscriber just let us know that.

3.) Follow us on Twitter! If you are already following our tweets just let us know.

4.) Write a blog post about this contest and comment back with a direct link to it.

5.) Join our facebook group and come back to let us know. Again, if you have already done this comment to let us know.

The deadline for this contest is October 15th, 2008 at Midnight.

156 Comments | In: Ages- Elementary, Ages- Newborn to 1yr., Ages- Toddler, Apparel, Contest, Websites | tags: Apparel, children's shoes, Rileyroos, shoes. | #

Ambajam was founded in 2006 by Alessandra Mayer. While searching for the perfect gift to give her friend’s newborn twins, everything fell short. Alessandra wanted the “perfect” gift. Hence, the inspiration to start Ambajam, aptly named after her niece, emerged. Ambajam’s motto says it all,“Where Children’s Style Comes to Play”. Alessandra has created designs that are equally contemporary, traditional, whimsical, and functional.

All of the sizing start from newborn to size 2T. However, prices vary. Shirts range from $26 to $28, sweaters cost $52, and pants are between $30-$45. Accessories include belts, which are $12 and blankets ranging from $25 to $80. Once you visit the site, you will realize that it is worth every penny.

As soon as my Ambajam package came to the door, I was thoroughly impressed. Wrapped in cellophane and tied with crayons, the packaging was simply adorable! I opened the box to discover one of the cutest onesies that I have ever seen. And when I say “cute”, I mean it’s the perfect stylistic amount of “cute”. Being that I have a newborn, not to mention my first girl, I have done my share of shopping and seeing onesies, yet everything else falls short to the onesie by Ambajam. By far, the cutest! Ambajam’s use of fun-filled bright colored fabrics attached by an applique on the shirts and along with simplicity stirs up pure delight.

Do I even dare to start on the cuddle up mini blanket? It is THE softest thing Avery owns right now. You will want a jumbo size one to swaddle your little one in (lucky they have those!). It also washes and dries well, while retaining its softness. The stitching on it matches the animal silhouettes on the shirts.

It doesn’t end there. With pants, sweaters, burp cloths and belts, your child can complete the fabulous look that Ambajam represents. Alessandra is talented— truly knows how to create a brand!

Whether you are shopping for a gift or buying for your own child, there will be no regrets with Ambajam.

And now for the best part. YES, WE HAVE A GIVE AWAY! We have a Mini-Cuddle blanket in green that can be yours if you are the lucky winner. Winner chosen at random. Two ways to win:

1) Go to Ambajam then return to this post and leave a comment about your favorite product.

2) Subscribe to our site via e-mail or our RSS feed, then leave a comment on the post saying you did so. However, if you are already a subscriber, then simply leave a comment on the post.

3) Write a post about our give away on your blog and make sure to link it back to this Ambajam post. Then, comment on this post with a permalink to your post.

Make sure you put in a separate comment for each entry!!!

Do it now! Contest ends September 30th at Midnight EST.

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Have you noticed the new banner at the top of our site?!  If you have not heard of Mini Boden, LISTEN UP!  I discovered this catalog at my step-mothers a couple years ago and have found myself doing most of my back to school shopping out of it ever since.  This somewhat pricey UK brand has been growing by leaps and bounds in the states.  This is a label that truly gives you what you pay for.  The quality is supurb and the fabrics are simply cozy.  The best part?  These clothes will make it in style through all your hand-me-down needs.  We are proud the be affiliated with Boden.  And for a limited time! Get 11% off!

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Not too long ago we announced the birth of Restoration Hardware’s Baby & Child.  They have not disappointed us so far in their line of beautiful products.  Today we start with their organic cotton baby apparel.  Their Apparel line does not skimp on one detail of quality.  The fabric is supberb, the stitching is perfect, and the style is classic, yet sleek and modern, while still avoiding looking like baby versions of adult clothing.  The only down point is one that will be true of most Restoration Hardware products… the price.  This dress and pajamas are moderately pricey at $30.  The sweater is most definitely pricey at $79.  However, If you have it, you get the quality that will last several hand-me-downs later, and more than likely it will still be in style as well.  RH Baby & Child also has a precious shoe line, all shoes running $20-34.

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