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Check out the Sprout Change cloth diaper:

The Willow Store is offering A la Mama blog readers the chance to win one of their soft, darling, and very well-designed cloth diapers.

Here’s the scoop from the Willow Store:

“We’ve completely re-invented the diaper to create a truly modern reusable system that’s simple enough for daycare, yet supremely customizable to provide the perfect fit for baby, every time. Our innovative, patent-pending and hassle-free design uses our unique SoftSleeve and Inside combination for lightning fast changes. Made of super-soft premium fabrics, yet affordable. From birth to potty, Sprout Change is the perfect fit your your little one. Made in the US.

Includes: Perfect for one diaper change. Swap out the Sleeve and Inside for a fresh set and you’re good to go. Additional booster packs sold separately. All One-size parts, no need for extra sizes.

1 Shell (Reversible-choose your favorite two colors in one Shell!)
1 Sleeve in Organic Cotton
1 Inside in Organic Hemp/Cotton Fleece

Other features:

-One size actually fits 5 to 40 lbs.

-Reversible Shell with no-hassle adjustable sizing for legs and waist.

- Re-engineered for quick diapering.

- Simple snap closures, guaranteed to last.

-Unique SoftSleeve wicks moisture away.

-Baby stays dry.

-Super-Absorbent Insides provide twice the absorbency with less bulk.

-Shell has a double layer of leak-proof protection with seamless mess-free gussets.”

Use coupon code AlaMama for 15% off your order at www.theWillowStore.com.

Enter to win by leaving a comment below. If you have a sec, please answer one of the following questions:
1) What’s your favorite Sprout Change Color?
2) What type of diaper system do you currently use? (AIO, disposable, hybrid, pockets, prefolds/wraps, etc.)

Thanks, and good luck! : )

It’s summertime! The season of sprinklers, sea, and pools. Cooling off while cloth-diapering never looked so cute, thanks to the Bambino Mio cloth diaper swimwear line.

Bambino Mio, makers of those adorable prefold and cover cloth diaper sets, is giving away FOUR swim nappies (swim cloth diapers) and TWO nappy swimsuits (with cloth diapers built in). Behold the photos. Swim nappies in pink and blue dot fabrics. Red Fish and Lime Green Fish print nappy bathing suits.

This is a giveaway with lots of chances to win–my favorite kind. Four nappy winners and two nappy swimsuit winners will get to choose size and color. For a limited time, Bambino Mio is offering a 20% off discount on spot swim nappies–so you may want to scoop one up while the discount applies.

Sizes for the swim nappies are: Small (11-16 lbs), Medium (16-21 lbs), Large (21-27 lbs), extra large (27 – 34 lbs). The come in pink and blue dot fabric choices.

Sizes for the swimsuits are: Sizes: Medium (16-21 lbs) and Large (21-27 lbs). They come in red and lime green fish prints.

Here’s how you enter to win:

• Leave a comment below with your preference, color, and size (and if you have time, your best or funniest memory of either taking your kids to the beach or pool or going as a kid)

• Click on the link to visit the Bambino Mio website

• Give Bambino Mio’s facebook page a boost by hitting “Like.” You can also follow them on Twitter at www.twitter.com/bambinomio.

And remember, if you want to spring for some Bambino Mio swimwear, click here to buy (look for a special 20% discount on select items).

More intel on Bambino Mio:

The swim nappies were just awarded the PTPA (Parent Tested, Parent approved) Seal of Approval.

The Bambino Mio swim nappies have a concealed waterproof layer, leak proof legs and waistband and there is no need to use an additional nappy.
• The lining is cotton so that it is soft against baby’s skin
• Prevents solids from escaping
• Elasticized leg cuffs and waistband provide a secure, slim fit
• Lightweight and comfortable
• Machine washable
• Retail value $16.95 (currently $12.95 for spot pattern nappies)

Bambino Mio recently launched a nappy swimsuit.
The integrated swim nappy in their nappy swimsuit means no other nappy is required for your baby when in the water.
• Made from a super-stretchy swim fabric
• Machine washable
• Now available in lime fish and red fish prints
• Retail value $29.95

Mishalee:
“We cloth diaper, use cloth wipes and cloth nursing pads. When my period came back last month, I felt silly and wasteful using disposable pads. My husband is a little creeped out at the thought of reuseable menstral pads, but I’d like to give it a go.”

Kelly S.
“I have been using CD almost exclusively on both my daughters (3 months and 2 years) and have been wanting to try cloth pads for myself for the same reasons I CD my girls. Environment, comfort, health, etc. I already have been using a Diva Cup for almost 5 years and I love it. But I would love to have cloth against my skin as backup instead of plastic. Yuck! I have been hesitant to buy my first cloth pads because of the cost and my worry that I won’t like them for some reason. Money is very tight in our family right now because I’m a SAHM and my husband lost his job. This sampler pack would be a great gift for me!”

Laura:
“My daughter introduced me to these and I would LOVE to have a beautiful collection like she does!”

Brooke W.
“Been wanting to try these for a while, figure I don’t use chemicals in my food shouldn’t I be concerned about this too. The environmental impact is so huge.”