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Sckoon Organic's pear print rompers were so wildly popular last year that we've brought them back for 2013!
Organic cotton baby clothes can be colourful and stylish, especially when they feature fun fruit like pears! Choose between shortsleeves and tank top rompers and don'rt forget the matching sun hat!
Featuring cheerful...
We have been working with a talented graphic designer to re-imagine the look of our Matraea Mercantile branded products and she has created some really stunning labels for us. In fact, we are so excited about the facelift our product line is getting that we can't wait to roll it out - but first we need to make some room on the shelves...
So we...
Figuring out to protect your new baby's tender skin from the sun's harmful rays can be confusing and exhausting: Sun screen is bad, sunscreen is necessary, sunscreen has toxins, use organic sunscreen, don't use sunscreen - just put a hat on that baby....
There is so much info out there that its easy to get overwhelmed and feel like...
On May 5 we invite you join us to celebrate International Day of the Midwife once again.
We have a couple of activities planned, including a screening of A Mother Is Born, presented by Birthing Babies Together.
Birthing babies Together is a group of three medical students from the University of Alberta who have come together to create an...
The summer months are quickly approaching but that doesn't mean that you should wait until the mercury rises before protecting your bambino's eyes from exposure to harmful UV rays. Early exposure to ultraviolet rays may raise his or her risk for cataracts and other eye problems later in life. Heres the kicker though; Not just any...
In the beginning nights are long, days are nearly indistinguishable from one another and many moms can't tell you when they last washed their hair. Its a beautiful time, getting to know one's new baby and yes, there is little opportunity for quality sleep, sit down meals or leisurly spa days but its so worth it. Those tiny fingers curling...
We are so pleased to tell you about our latest Vancouver Island find; deliciously luxurious bedding for cribs.
These baby blankets and crib sheets were designed in the Cowichan Valley, using the finest quality organic cotton flannel, waffle weave, silk charmeuse and bamboo fleece. A local seamstress sewed them in Victoria. They really...
Have you ever wondered why Cupid is portrayed as a perennial child? He is the God of desire and affection not to mention the son of the goddess Venus so it makes sense that he would be portrayed as a beautiful, cherubic, winged angel. Once his arrow meets your earthly body it is said that you will be overcome with desire fr the first person...
The Snappi® Diaper Fastener has revolutionized cloth diapering! This pinless diaper fastener offers a practical and reliable way to fasten a cloth diaper and has become one of the most important cloth diapering accessories in the world. Over 60 million have sold worldwide.
An EASY to use fastener that offers a practical and reliable way...
We all know the benefits of breastfeeding your baby; Human milk is full of nutrients and anti-bodies to protect your baby from illnesses such as ear infection, diarrhea, lower respiratory infections, asthma, obesity and type 2 diabetes. Breastfeeding has also been shown to lower the risk of SIDS. For moms the benefits include a lower risk of...
