<![CDATA[a natural parenting store - Blog]]>Wed, 16 May 2012 11:44:13 -0800Weebly<![CDATA[Moms are awesome!]]>Mon, 14 May 2012 11:50:39 -0800http://www.lovablelittletreehuggers.com/2/post/2012/05/moms-are-awesome.htmlI hope all you Moms out there had a fabulous day yesterday and that you were showered with love!

Yesterday we had a great family day, travelling to my in-laws, then to my parents to celebrate Mother's Day!  I am so thankful for the amazing Mom I have and for the Moms in my life that encourage me and inspire me along the journey of Motherhood.

I love being a Mom...it is truly what I was made to be.  I love that being a Mom is what led me to start Lovable Little Tree Huggers, and that I am able to stay home with my boys and still work. 

I am SO thankful for my two little munchkins and the blessing of being their Momma!
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]]><![CDATA[Absolute Deliciousness]]>Wed, 09 May 2012 11:21:37 -0800http://www.lovablelittletreehuggers.com/2/post/2012/05/absolute-deliciousness.htmlDo you ever come across a recipe stashed away and wonder why you ever stopped making it?
I had completely forgotten about this delicious gem...until today. 

Chocolate Chia Coconut Bars
1/2 c melted virgin coconut oil
1/3 c cocoa powder
1/4 c honey
1/3 c coconut milk
2 tsp chia seeds
1 1/2 c raw coconut flakes
1/4 c almond flakes
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 c coconut flour

- Melt oil in pan on low heat. 
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in other ingredients, in order listed. 
- Spread in 9x9 pan.
- Cut into servings.
- Refrigerate until very firm.
- Indulge!

I tasted a sample of these bars over 5 years ago in a health food store and loved them!  This was much before my son was born and before we were aware of the gluten-free/dairy-free way of eating, so I didn't really even take note that they are gluten and dairy-free.  I just noticed that they are chocolate and coconut, so I was immediately a fan.  However, after a year and a half of keeping my son on a strict gluten and dairy-free diet, I am stoked to have re-discovered the recipe and excited to give my little man a taste after his nap :)


]]><![CDATA[Send ME a Sling!]]>Sat, 14 Apr 2012 08:47:22 -0800http://www.lovablelittletreehuggers.com/2/post/2012/04/send-me-a-sling1.html  Picture
Lovable Little Tree Huggers is celebrating our 2nd birthday on May 5th!

Last year we had a lot of fun celebrating our first
birthday with our "Natural Parenting in Action," photo contest.  We had some
great pictures submitted and a mad fight for "likes" to determine the winner of a $50 Lovable Little Tree Huggers gift certificate.

We have spent some time pondering what to do to celebrate our 2nd birthday and we are very excited to announce the "Send ME a Sling," contest!  

Maybe it's the beautiful spring weather we've been having, or the fact that I myself have a newborn who is constantly in a sling or wrap, but lately I've just been feeling like... 

MORE PEOPLE NEED TO BE BABYWEARING!!  

I see people at the farmer's market,  awkwardly trying to balance their baby as well as the fruits and veggies they have purchased...I see moms at the park, unable to play with their toddler
because they can't stop moving the baby's stroller back and forth for fear their little one will start wailing...I hear about moms and dads who get take out far more than they'd like simply because they can't put their baby down during those crazy hours of 4-7pm, without the baby having a complete meltdown (which we all know can lead to mom or dad...or both...having a complete meltdown too!).

And so, we're giving away a ring sling! However, if you already have a ring sling, don't think you can't enter! You could choose a mesh water sling or a panda wrap instead so you have multiple ways to babywear! 

Here's how the 'Send ME a Sling' contest works:
- Take a picture (or have someone take one) of you
and your little one that shows how badly YOU need a sling, and give the picture
a caption.

- Become our fan on facebook (if you aren't already) and post your
picture(s) to the wall, with a caption (be creative, be witty, have fun!)
 
- Every day, I will put the pictures that have been posted into the "Send ME
a Sling!" photo album on the facebook page.

- Vote...and get your friends to vote!  Make sure you vote in the album, not on
the pictures posted on the wall. 

- On May 5th a 7:00 pm, the picture with the most 'likes' will win a Sewfunky ring
sling!

- As a bonus to all who enter the contest, if you post a picture but do not win, you will receive 5% off any sling or wrap that you purchase in the next 6 month!   

Rules:
- You must be 18 yrs. old and a legal resident of Canada to enter.
- You must be a fan of the facebook page to enter photos in the contest.
- You may post as many pictures as you want.
- Contest closes May 5th at 7pm.

Looking forward to seeing your pictures!
 
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We are thrilled to announce that our little family of three has grown...and I have become even more outnumbered!  The boy to girl ration is now 3:1 in our home!

We welcomed Seth to our family in February and have been enjoying getting to know this sweet little man.  

Thank you for your patience as we have slowed down the last couple of months.  These early days are precious and I have been cherishing every minute. We are now getting back into the full swing of things and look forward to participating in some shows this spring and summer and meeting more Mommas, Daddies, and sweet little babies :)

]]><![CDATA[On the 12th Day of Christmas]]>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:58 -0800http://www.lovablelittletreehuggers.com/2/post/2011/12/on-the-12th-day-of-christmas1.htmlToday is about getting the last minute stocking shopping done - before it's too last minute!  Save  20% on all our stocking stuffers! Picture
Stocking stuffers include:
- all in-stock Soy candles (125 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL sizes)
- Organic Bath Salts
- Organic Healing Balm (50g and 100g size)
- Organic Lip Balm (Tube and Jar size)
- 3-pack organic Terry Washcloths
- Organic Shampoo Bar
- Organic Facial Serum
- Organic Cleansing Grains
- Organic Massage Bar
- Organic Body Scrub

Click here to make your purchase.


Take advantage of this sale until midnight tonight!
Today's deal brings us to the close of our 2nd year of the 12 Days of Christmas Sale! 
Thanks for following and for allowing Lovable Little Tree Huggers to be a part of your Christmas shopping this year!
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This is the 2nd last day of our sale!

Today, get 15% off any sling, wrap, or nursing cover!

We have a huge selection of slings and wraps, made by Sewfunky in Guelph, Ontario.  Babywearing is an amazing way to bond with your baby, as well as a practical way to be able to get things done when baby just wants to be close.

Click here to see our great selection of slings, wraps, and nursing covers. 

Don't forget to check back tomorrow for our final day of the 12 Days of Christmas!
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Monday is cleaning day at our house, so today's sale is all about getting clean!

Today only, get 15% off any size organic All-in-One Cleanser or organic Baby Soap. That means only $11 for a 250 mL cleanser, $17 for a 500 mL cleanser, or $5.95 for a bar of baby soap.

Click here to take advantage of today's sale!
 
Only two more days of our 12 Days of Christmas Sale left! Be sure to check back tomorrow and Wednesday!
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Today, purchase one of our 500 mL soy candles in any scent, and receive an organic massage bar free!

This combo would make a great gift for just about anyone, or they could be wrapped up as stocking stuffers. Or better yet, break them out before Christmas for a relaxing night with your special someone!

Stop by again on Monday for the 10th day of Christmas!
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Today, buy any of our adorable one size diaper prints, get a microfiber liner free!

Prints available can be seen here.
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Yesterday the Christmas sale was posted VERY late in the day and for that I apologize.  So, today you will be able to take advantage of both yesterday and today`s sale!

Click here to see yesterday`s deal. 

Today`s sale is on one of our best selling items - Bare Organics baby balm.  Get 20% off any large (100g) jar or 15% off any small (50g) jar. 

Organic baby balm is the best moisturizer for both you and your baby! It acts as a gentle diaper/barrier cream and moisturizes and protects dry or chapped skin. Also perfect for dry hands, cracked feet and eczema patches for adults. Super concentrated and long lasting.  Click here to buy it while it`s on sale!
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