Toddlers

Summer Fun

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Okay, so technically it’s not here until Friday, but as far as our thermometer is concerned it’s time to begin the Summer Fun. Depending on where you live, you might feel like Summer’s been around for months. I grew up along the Gulf Coast so I have vivid memories of going to the beach (in [...]

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Summer Essentials

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At Sweetbottoms, we are already getting geared up for warmer weather and have all the summer essentials you will need for you and your little ones in the coming months! Today in Raleigh it was in the 40s and rainy; but a girl can dream, right!? Depending on where you live, you may already be [...]

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Blueberry Ridge Boutique

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If you’ve stopped by the store recently, you may have noticed a few fun dresses and outfits by Blueberry Ridge Boutique on our wall. These are made by local mama Melody and are available exclusively in the store. She also has an Etsy shop for those of you who don’t live in the area. They [...]

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Cloth Training Pants

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Earlier this week, we shared a Potty Training Readiness Quiz and if you took it, you might be thinking about getting your little darling some training pants to start the potty learning process. But don’t worry, you don’t have to rely on pricey, disposable Pull-Ups. There are many cloth options available to help you in [...]

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Free Featured Natural Baby Product: New Version Reflo Smart Cups

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We are excited to announce this month’s Free Featured Natural Baby Product is the newest version of the wildly popular Reflo Smart Cups. This version includes a new, easy to remove insert.  Reflo Smart Cups recently experienced a Pinterest craze that captured the interest of parents nationwide. About The Reflo Smart Cup The Reflo Smart [...]

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Gifts for Nieces and Nephews

Since we are visiting relatives in Louisiana and Texas this month, I decided to bring a few gifts for our nieces and a new nephew that’s due to arrive in late March. Of course, I can’t resist the darling things we carry at Sweetbottoms so gift-giving is a great excuse to buy more! For the [...]

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Visiting Relatives with Toddlers

If you’ve ever been visiting relatives with toddlers, you know it can be tricky to keep them fed, rested, and entertained in an environment that’s not always baby-friendly. This past week we’ve been visiting my in-laws in beautiful Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Today I thought I’d share what we’ve done to keep my nearly 2-year-old son [...]

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The Reflo Smart Cup Captures Pinterest Interest

Over the past month we have seen a spike in sales for The Reflo Smart Cup after excitement moved through Pinterest. It’s no wonder parents love these sippy cup alternatives. They’re genius! About The Reflo Smart Cup The Reflo Smart Cup ™ is a revolutionary new concept in training cups. It’s a smart alternative to [...]

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Hello/Bonjour from Canada!

A few months ago, my PhD-student husband told me he would have a conference to attend in Ottawa and asked if I wanted to come along. I said yes without hesitation; I’m one of those people who likes to travel anywhere. We spent 5 nights in Ottawa where the conference was held and then took [...]

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Blocks for Kids

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As educational toys, blocks for kids are essential. Research has indicated that they help children develop fine motor skills, creativity, problem solving and language skills. We love blocks because they have so many uses and last for years. When I got my son his first set, he could barely stack one on top of the [...]

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