Posted by cassie on Thursday, 17 July, 2008 @ 3:17 pm
I was surfing along - imagine that 
and came across a daily deal website that features only green items! I thought this was not only a neat niche but also a good way to support being kinder to our environment.
Today’s feature is a 10 pocket hemp bag, which incidentally would work nicely for a diaper bag if you were inclined, for $39.99 + shipping. I can’t wait to see what tomorrow’s deal is. All the other daily deal sites I’m come across lately have treated me very well so I imagine this one will too. Click here to see the other sites I mean.
Check the site out for yourself here.
Posted by cassie on Wednesday, 16 July, 2008 @ 9:10 pm
10% off everything, Ellabellakids.com - details on their home page. They carry all kinds of strollers and baby stuff. I have never ordered from them but thought it was a good deal to pass on since some of the brands are hard to find discounted. Also free shipping over $99.
Posted by cassie on Wednesday, 16 July, 2008 @ 8:23 am
They are liquidating their remaining inventory and are offering free shipping on orders over $100, as well as a 40% off discount. Use CLOSED40 when checking out to receive the offer. We’re sorry to see you go Michelle - you did a great job of providing us mommies with awesome stuff!
Posted by cassie on Friday, 4 July, 2008 @ 10:42 pm
Slightly off topic but since a lot of parents use coupons to stretch their budget, especially now I thought I’d pass this along.
I recently came across a website for the coupon-aholics amongst us. You can now get coupons delivered to your cell phones via text messages (applicable fees will apply of course). Just show the coupon to your check out clerk and they’ll enter in the appropriate code. You can text them to stop the service at any time. For all intents and purposes it is free, just texting fees apply it seems.
Posted by cassie on Thursday, 3 July, 2008 @ 12:08 pm
is on Mamabargains.com RIGHT NOW at $150. Red 2006 and one per household are the rules. Hurry while it’s still available if you’ve been waiting on this amazing stroller. They are already about half gone at the time of this posting.
Posted by cassie on Tuesday, 24 June, 2008 @ 9:30 pm
This is almost like a pre-fall sale, but great if you need to buy a seat now. I can’t say for sure what the prices will be but based on what I’ve read you can expect to pay ~ $20 more for a seat at this time than what you will in the fall sale. Again, this is based on conjuncture and what the prices were during the spring sale, which I unfortunately missed.
* I’m still in the process of compiling my list, so I’ll add the websites & prices tomorrow.
And, of course, this couldn’t come at a better time for me since I need to get a new seat for one of the boys. I’m still on the fence if I should upgrade Anthony to a Marathon and give the Roundabout to Vince or if I should just buy another Roundabout. I guess part of my decision will be based on price 
Based on FL law, I could go either way with using a booster seat when the time comes. HOWEVER (hold your horses before you blow a gasket) based on my personal beliefs - they will be in boosters!
According to Florida`s car seat law (http://www.dot.state.fl.us/safety/HighwaySafetyGrantProgram):
- All children 5 years of age or younger must be properly restrained no matter where they are sitting in the vehicle.
- Children through age 3 must be secured in a separate carrier or a vehicle manufacturer’s integrated child safety seat.
- For children aged 4 through 5 years, a separate carrier, an integrated child safety seat, or a safety belt may be used.
Therefore, under the Florida car seat law, children over 3 years old may ride in a vehicle using a standard adult safety belt. (ACK!) The problem with this (according to advocates) is that most children under 80 pounds are too small for an adult seat belt. Adult seat belts can actually be dangerous to children because the belt cuts directly across their neck instead of snug across the center of their shoulder. This can lead to serious injury or even death in the event of an accident.
So what`s a parent to do? Car seat safety advocates recommend one of the following guidelines:
- The National Highway Safety Administration (NHSA) recommends that children over 40 pounds use a belt-positioning booster seat until they are 8 years old, unless they are 4`9″ or taller.
- The American Academy of Pediatricians goes a bit further and advocates for booster seat use until the child reaches 4`9″ in height and is between 8 and 12 years of age.
Posted by cassie on Tuesday, 24 June, 2008 @ 9:20 pm
LB currently has their superstars, darlings, gems and mini’s at 30% off.
Posted by cassie on Monday, 23 June, 2008 @ 6:44 pm
Below is a post thanks to a really great mama on the StrollerSwap Yahoo Board:
Babystyle at the Westchester in White Plains is closing. Right now clothing is 75% and gear is 50%. Today they still had lots of maternity clothes, and LOTS of Bug stuff.
As of today, they had (prices are with the discount) several New Native Carrier slings - didn’t look too closely at these, but they were all black. No idea how much, sorry!
1 red Bee parasol ($20)
1 Bee breezy ($20)
several Bee sunshades ($12.50)
*note, 1 breezy and 1 sunshade will fit in a regular USPS envelope
to ship and they weigh practically nothing
3 pink fleece tailored sets ($35)
lots of canvas sets, including brown, red and pink ($50)
2 black Bee nests ($50)
1 red Bee nest ($50)
2 navy Frog footmuffs ($65)
grey footmuff ($65)
travel bag ($80)
Oh, and the salesgirl said all the east coast and midwest stores are closing except NJ - for now anyway.
Posted by cassie on Monday, 23 June, 2008 @ 8:07 am
Mamabargains will soon have EVERYTHING that Red Castle sells will be up on their site soon (week or so). That includes: The Whizz, carrycot and all the great accessories
And to make this deal even sweeter! A percentage of the proceeds will go to the March of Dimes!!!!!
So spread the word about this great site and the deals, and don’t forget to keep your eyes peeled all week long! Over the weekend I noticed they had the pink G-luxe back up there as well as a FV backpack. This morning they have a pair of cute girls sandles so you never know what you may find ~ other than some fantastic deals!
Posted by cassie on Thursday, 19 June, 2008 @ 8:24 pm
Roses, How I love thee! Especially when it’s buy 1, get 2 free
And I have a very handy mom that can actually grow roses from bareroot. So far, I’ve only killed them. But she’s promised to help me plant them so…I’m getting them. I’m dying to have a rose garden! My lovelies are coming from Wayside Garden and they have a really great selection for my zone (9-10), which is hard to find. Wish me luck!