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Labor Day Weekend 4-day Promo !!

2008-08-29T16:12:00.014-04:00

So....this is officially the last weekend of Summer.... I know..... It hurts just to think about the cold winter ahead (obviously not applicable to all you lucky ones in sunny California, Florida, Hawaii, etc...) - But for the rest of us this pretty much means that it's time to take those dusty winter coats out from storage, and put away all the tank tops, hot pink bikinis & cute flip flops. Labor Day Weekend also means lots of bargain-shopping. So we'd like to offer all of YOU, loyal customers & newsletter subscribers, a special promo code so you can get your hands on some more "green" baby bits & pieces.

Get 20% off your purchase

use promo code: LDW20

Expires: Monday Sept. 1, 2008 @ 12 midnight (EST)

At NewBornMom we're starting to make space for some NEW eco-fab goodies that'll be gradually arriving in the coming months. We're saying "hasta la vista" to many of our current product styles, designs & colors - so make sure you grab your faves b/c these will only be available while supplies last.

We hope you have a wonderful & safe Labor Day Weekend !!!

SUMMER 2008 Discounts !!!

2008-07-19T18:51:00.013-04:00

PAJAMAS

15% off

now thru August 2, 2008

SOCKS & LEG WARMERS

15% off

now thru August 2, 2008

BREASTFEEDING BASICS

15% off

now thru August 2, 2008

click on images above to shop now

these special markdown prices expire in 2 weeks - so HURRY !!!

Cool Green Finds...

2008-07-19T14:27:00.015-04:00

This uber delicious chocolate spread is hand-made from the purest organic cacao ingredients. Smear it on your morning toast...dip your exotic fruits in it....drizzle it over that sinful sundae....or eat it right off the spoon for a quick treat. At One Lucky Duck "you'll find everything for the ultimate raw & organic lifestyle". This health store puts a mod twist on all their products & packaging. Check out their other tasty & healthy snacks. They also offer organic clothing, home goods, books, etc...

If you're anything like me you probably go thru tons of lip balm every month - which means that if you've been using the conventional type your lips have endured years of exposure to nasty chemical ingredients. Well it's not too late for you to consider "greening" your chapstick. At Pangea Organics you can find all sorts of safe and organic beauty products. One of my personal faves are their natural lip balms made without any parabens, petrochemicals or synthetic ingredients.

With the recent birth of our second daughter, my husband and I were once again forced to tap our inner "interior design" streak and re-do the entire nursery....which now accomodates both our daughters Gabriela (2 yrs. old) & Sara (3 weeks old). Lucky for us, in just these past couple of years the availability of "green" house products has increased dramatically, so now eco-savvy parents have a wide selection of paint brands & colors to choose from.

Three of the best & our favorite interior paints are Mythic, Freshaire Choice & C2 LoVo. All three are non-toxic, have low or no VOC's (volatile organic compounds), and are free of cancer-causing chemicals....yet they perform just as well or better than any conventional paint. So if you're looking to do some remodeling or touch-ups in your home...consider choosing any of these eco-friendly products. They are safer for your children, pets & planet!

May/June 2008 - Arrivals & Promotions !

2008-05-13T16:16:00.050-04:00

It's Easy To Be Green !

NewBornMom has partnered up with Sage Spa to offer all New York City Moms-to-Be a wonderful "green" promotion **. Every expecting mother who books a pre-natal massage at Sage Spa (using all organic aromatherapy oils) - will get a FREE gift from our boutique!

You will have the chance to choose from:

4 styles of our Green to Grow baby bottles (5 oz. / 10 oz - regular or wide neck)

6 styles of our Luxury Ducks (Biker, Darling, Luvee, Moroccan, Quick or Space)

All these products are free of Phthalates, Bisphenol A, and toxic dyes.

Cute and Green ? Yes. At NewBornMom - It is easy to be green !!

** Sage Spa is located in the heart of Park Slope, Brooklyn. To book your pre-natal massage, go to: http://www.sagebrooklyn.com/ - HURRY this exclusive promotion expires Sept. 1, 2008.

Stylish New Arrivals @ NewBornMom !!!

Eco Crib Sheets & Hooded Towels by: Baby Star

Check out the newest additions to our BedTime & BathTime basics. These fitted crib sheets (4 styles) and hooded towels (3 styles) come in an array of modern and geometric shapes - all formaldehyde-free, making them safer for your baby's skin and the environment.

Organic Crib Sheets and Soft Baby Blocks by: Q Collection Junior

Your child will love sleeping on these fabulous sheets, and playing with the very chic baby blocks. As with all NewBornMom products - they're all gorgeous and eco-safe: both the fitted crib sheets and baby blocks are made with 100% certified organic cotton, colored using non-toxic dyes, contain no formaldehyde, and have not been treated with any toxic chemicals.

These chic fabrics and color combos are guaranteed to spruce up any nursery ! Choose from any of the whimsical styles below:

Eco-Friendly Umbrella & Pram Style Strollers by: UPPAbaby

This month we added ultra-light umbrella strollers to our store. The G-Lite is perhaps the lightest and most convenient full-size umbrella stroller in today's market...weighing in at only 8.3 pounds, and equipped with all the conventional "must-have" features. Parenting Magazine tested these strollers, and they gave it 2 "green" thumbs up! We offer these strollers in the following colors: Black, Red, Blue & Green.

3 bright new colors (Black, Red & Green) were also added to our best-selling pram style, Vista stroller .....which we already carried in Orange, Blue & Plum !

The Vista & G-Lite strollers are made by the fabulously "green" company, UPPAbaby of Massachusetts. These have caused quite the uproar within the celebrity "buggy world" - with famous mommies like: Brooke Shields, Mariska Hargitay, Jennifer Garner, Michelle Williams & Denise Richards all opting to go the ECO route with their stroller purchase....moms around the nation are now running to get theirs.

Summer Kick-Off Deals !!!

NewBornMom has been quite busy these last 2 months preparing for the arrival of many NEW & ECO products for this summer season. Including our newly added Furniture Category. Go ahead, check them out for yourself....and enjoy some discounted "green" shopping.

Get $10 off any order over $50
offer valid: now thru August 31, 2008 (expires @ midnight EST)
use promo code: summer1

Free shipping on orders over $125
offer valid: now thru August 31, 2008 (expires @ midnight EST)
use promo code: free8

First 5 Gift/Baby Registries to be set-up...get a FREE eco-tote
offer valid: now thru July 4, 2008 (expires @ midnight EST)

Take this eco-tote with you to the grocery store, run errands, or carry all those extra baby toys. This re-usable tote is made of 100% recycled canvas and dyed using water-based inks.

2% of our 2008 proceeds will be donated to:When you decide to buy "GREEN" at NewBornmom....you'll be helping the planet, your child and this wonderful organization that actively fights to research & prevent premature births !

Who's talking about NewBornMom ?

Last but not least, we'd like to share some of our most recent PRESS news...

TONY Kids magazine feature & part of SCM's baby basket for Angelina Jolie

click on images above to read articles

EARTH DAY 2008 Promotion !!

2008-04-20T20:24:00.009-04:00

April 22 is EARTH DAY !!!

This is the day when we universally celebrate being part of this wonderful planet. Every year, across the globe, there are thousands of benefit events, concerts, exhibitions, conferences, TV specials, etc - all in an effort to raise awareness on why it is so important that we all start doing our part in reducing our environmental impact. NewBornMom, being a 100% eco-boutique is joining this celebration by offering all our customers a couple of promotions for this week. So come on over...do some "green" shopping...and take advantage of our discounts:

FREE SHIPPING ON ALL ORDERS OVER $35

Use Promo Code: ED8

Offer Valid: April 22 - 27

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15% OFF ALL ORDERS OVER $60

Use Promo Code: EARTH2008

Offer Valid: Aprill 22 (only)

Food: When to Choose ORGANIC ?

2008-04-20T19:23:00.007-04:00

Talks about "going green" and "eating organic" have been around for a while...but in the last 2 years this topic has exploded and seeped into all industries and markets. Personally, I was one to not really pay attention to all the alerts, case studies, and statistics that were thrown around, but the minute I got pregnant with my first child (everything changed!). The thought of bringing my child into an unsafe and polluted planet...and feeding or dressing her in potentially harmful chemical/toxic materials - now meant a lot. So much, in fact, that NewBornMom was the direct result of two friends' (me and my biz partner) quest for safer product alternatives. After many months of intense research, we managed to become quite savvy on all things "green" when it came to our babies.

However, when it comes to my and my husband's diet - we haven't quite caught the "organic fever" yet. I guess in a way we feel like it's more important that our kids get the healthy stuff....while it's ok for us to eat whatever. Besides we're never really sure which products to look-out for and choose the organic version. Some studies say organic is really only necessary for certain foods (as the conventional versions pose a higher risk of health issues).... some say organic is only really necessary for children (during their important development years)....and some say that 100% organic is the way to go. It's no wonder that many people are as confused as my husband and I.

So after much reading, compiling of information, and in efforts to join our kids in eating as healthy as posible - we've decided to go "organic" with certain food groups. These foods, are the ones many experts have agreed their "non-organic" versions contain the most harmful chemical junk. I gladly share this list with all of you as mere information (please don't write me asking for any nutritional/medical advise as I clearly have none !!)

Milk, Coffee, Peaches, Apples, Strawberries, Grapes,

Celery, Lettuce, Sweet Bell Peppers, Potatoes & Tomatoes.

Cool Green Finds...

2008-04-20T17:32:00.005-04:00

This is one of the unique eco-friendly products which have hit the market lately. The Brelli, is a one-of-a-kind umbrella with a minimalist design and sustainably made from bamboo, cotton string & clear canopy (all 100% biodegradable materials).This product not only looks cool, but unlike conventional umbrellas it can withstand strong downpours, harsh winds, and biodegrades in less than 5 years.

These chic, delicious-smelling candles are made of organically grown American soybeans, recycled glass & paper, and natural oils. There are never tested on animals, soot-less, and totally biodegradable. They've also been spotted in the hands of some celebrities as they were part of the Oscar's gift bag, and TV Guide's Emmy aterparty. Check them out at: Dirt Candles.

So it seems Toys 'R' Us has decided to get on the "green" bus. They are launching their own new line of enviromentally-friendly dolls, wooden & plush toys which will be available nationwide at all retail stores, and online by Earth Day (April 22). All their wooden products are made with FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified wood, their plush toys with certified organic cotton and colored using natural or water-based dyes, and their packaging using at least 70% recycled materials.

Baby Planning a la mode !

2008-03-26T20:14:00.007-04:00

click on image to visit site

Our friend, Shawn Corry is the owner of this elegant and exclusive baby planning & consulting company. She helps parents prepare for their baby arrival.....create their dream nursery...assists adoptive parents throughout their "new baby journey"....plans the ultimate baby shower....even does consultations on getting the trendiest maternity wear. She can also help you create the trendiest and "greenest" baby registry around (since she has many eco resources - NewBornMom amongst them - where you can get a hold of eco-friendly and organic products). Her company is based in Ohio, but she offers phone and e-mail consultations for parents nationwide. We love her customized services and super friendly character.

And she's been kind enough to offer all NewBornMom customers a 10% discount on her hourly rate! Just remember to mention code: NBM/BSB.

...Green News...

2008-03-26T19:08:00.012-04:00

We recently bumped into this fabulous company, which sells what we've dubbed as eco-bling ! Brilliant Earth was founded by then fiances Beth Gerstein and Eric Grossberg, as a desire to offer certified conflict-free diamonds as a safer alternative to current industry practices of "blood diamonds" (for those of you who have no idea what these are...we suggest you rent the movie, by the same name, so you get the picture. It has Leonardo DiCaprio as the leading role, so if nothing else entices you to watch perhaps HE will). They are based in San Francisco, CA and our highly committed to social and environmental responsibility.

How are they making a difference?

Certified conflict free diamonds from Canada

Fair labor and eco-friendly practices

5% of profits donated to help local African communities

Unrivaled quality and customer service

So next time you're shopping around for an engagement ring or for "just-because-bling" -- go to: http://www.brilliantearth.com/

With all the latest news, research, and talk about opting to GO GREEN when it comes to anything baby....it's no wonder the pet industry has quickly caught on to this concept (seeing how pets are treated like human babies by many loving owners). Olive "Green Goods for Modern Dogs" offers an array of eco-friendly and whimsical dog products. I don't own a dog, but if I did...I would most definitely be shopping here. Visit them at: http://www.olivegreendog.com/

Remember those white slip-on sneakers with the little blue rubber patch on the back that were quite the "must have" for all teens during the early 90's? Don't deny it, we all know you went crazy for them like the rest of us. Well, they're back ! Keds has just launched their line of earth-friendly shoes which incorporate 100% organic cotton upper (25% recycled), 25% recycled rubber outsole, and printing done trough the use of water-based inks. How's that for a retro twist on eco-fabulousness ?

Check them out here: KEDS

SPRING DISCOUNTS

2008-03-12T18:10:00.005-04:00

This season GREEN is the new BLACK !

Many greats things are happening around the world during the months of March & April 2008.

Spring 2008 is just around the corner....and all of us New Yorkers are excited with anticipation to see all those beautiful flowers which bloom every year in Central Park and all around the Big Apple. In the meantime, keep warm & go green !

International Women's Day (March 8, 2008)

Earth Day (April 22, 2008)

So in honor of these wonderful happenings, NewBornMom is offering it's blog subscribers and customers some special discounts. See below for details & promo codes.....

Free Shipping for all orders $75+
use promo code: SPRING
valid: now
expires: March 30, 2008

$5 off on all orders of $35+
use promo code: AC5
valid: now
expires: March 23, 2008

15% off all orders of $60+
use promo code: EARTH2008
valid: only on April 22, 2008 (all day)
expires: at midnight

Green Beauty Tips...

2008-03-12T17:16:00.011-04:00

This new line of make-up Organic Wear - is certified by ECOCERT (an internationally recognized certifi-cation which guarantees the genuine practice of environ-mental respect throughout the formulation and manufacturing of each product).

All their products are: 100% Free of Harsh Chemicals. 100% Free of Synthetic Preservatives. 100% Free of Parabens. 100% Free of GMO's. 100% Free of Synthetic Colors. 100% Free of Synthetic Fragrances. 100% Cruelty Free....it doesn't hurt that it comes presented in elegant, minimalist, eco-conscious packaging !!

LUSH has just launched a fragrance line that is both eco-friendly and kind to your skin. LUSH solid perfumes are preservative-free, contain fairly traded cocoa butter and come packaged in recyclable aluminum tins. These cool "green finds" are the perfect size for travel, and are long-lasting. They recommend you rub their solid perfumes onto skin at pulse points (and any other place you fancy).

NVEY ECO (pronounced na-vay) launches the new green and truly organic make-up line that fuses fashion and nature. After 6 years of rigurous research, development & testing...this eco-friendly Australian cosmetics line is finally available to the public. All their products are free of harsh chemicals such as: parabens, petrochemicals & synthetic fragrances. They are also not tested on animals - so cruelty-free.

NewBornMom picked up by Green Maven !!

2008-03-06T19:48:00.012-05:00

Green : Green is the color symbolizing earth, nature, and in a broader sense, life.

Maven : A trusted expert who seeks to pass knowledge on to others.

Many of you may be wondering.... what in the world is Green Maven? Well it is a wonderful new search engine which has been dubbed "the green google". It's a website which brings together the very best of the "green" world...designed specially for all those people who can't seem to get enough of all things "green". Green Maven's mission is .."to grow the green economy by leveraging the power of the collective internet..." - They currently offer 3 essential tools:

Green Search Engine : This tool allows users to search the green web...instead of surfing the entire web.....which will yield only green results. This come in very handy for those of us who have great interest in all spectrums of "green".

Green News Reader : The best of all green blogs in one easy-to-read place.

Green Directory : It's like the "yellow pages"....here you can look-up all green businesses, events, news, people, etc.. We're happy to say that NewBornMom was recently added to their comprehensive list of approved green companies. They also have a Green Maven Internet Explorer Search Plugin which you can install onto your web browser ...for easy access to green searches. They promise to offer many more tools - so stay tuned !

The Power of Cyberspace !

2008-02-29T12:00:00.009-05:00

It seems those days when you were forced to pay big bucks to a posh "fancy name" ad agency, in order to get any type of publicity for your company - are over ! Now all you need is to: have an alluring home in cyberspace....offer a great selection of quality products....and give every customer the VIP treatment (trust us this works...people do talk !!!)

In just a little over a month that our online eco-friendly baby store has been open to the public - we've been fortunate enough to have created quite a buzz amongst several green blogs, trendy baby blogs, chic online magazines, and mod mamas throughout the country.

Click on the links below to read a few of the articles NewBornMom has recently been featured in:

The great thing is that we know this is only the beginning of a wonderful journey ahead for our store. We are very proud to hear how happy customers are with our products & services at NewBornMom....and we promise to continue our endless search for all the BEST eco-safe & eco-chic baby, mom & dad goodies !!

New Eco-friendly Baby Products Coming Spring 2008 !

2008-02-19T11:02:00.012-05:00

Spring 2008 will bring several new products to NewBornMom. As we're always on the prowl for fun, stylish, modern and totally eco-friendly baby fashion and gear - we're bound to discover some pretty cool stuff along the way. Check out what we're expecting this March & April....

This super hip store is ready to launch their Spring 2008 Collection - promising to bring a lot of 1970's references: rainbows, hoodies, rock n' roll themes, stripes, and premiering its first collection of organic cotton denim jeans !

NewBornMom will be featuring some retro organic pajamas for baby.

Spring also brings along beautiful 100% organic cotton crib sheets with monkey & cupcake designs, by Kee-Ka. This fantastic organic children's store has a huge following for its outstanding quality products, eco-conscious and creative packaging - They've even been spotted on the ultraglam HBO show Sex in the City.

Two new & hot styles from Fleurville (the eco-chic diaper bag company we all love). Their bags are durable, convenient, gorgeous and eco-friendly!

The Lexie Tote: made with green-lam, pvc & teflon-free. The Re-Run Messenger made from recycled plastic water bottles, pvc & teflon-free.

Keep an eye open for these awesome products - Due Date March & April 2008 !!!

Valentine's Promotion

2008-01-31T21:53:00.000-05:00

GET 10% OFF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER !

use code: LUVBUG

offer expires: February 15

Eco-Friendly Diapers

2008-01-25T12:14:00.001-05:00

It's true that many people...who the rest of the world has jokingly referred to as: granola heads, hippies, vegans, bohemians, tree huggers, etc...have for the past 15 years or so....taken mindful steps in trying to "green" their homes, babies, foods, husbands, pets, and even work place. It is only now that the rest of us fools have caught up with them, and realized the importance of reducing our family's chemical in-take, our babies' exposure to toxic fabrics, materials & ingredients, and the overall impact our carbon footprint is having on our planet.

Needless to say, for some it is not easy or affordable to go green. Unfortunately, non-eco products are still the norm...therefore keeping prices on the alternative eco-friendly item - high. That's not to say that if we all start doing our part and begin changing a few habits, brands or products....that the market will listen and green products can be an everyday thing...not a luxury.

As moms and now owners of an eco-friendly store...it is pretty obvious that we're always on the lookout for the best and safest baby products. That is why we want to share a couple of tips for all those moms who want to take baby steps (no pun intended) towards their "going green" process. People always ask: " how can we green our diapers....without having to go back to those messy and time-consuming cloth diapers?"....our answer: ECO-FRIENDLY DISPOSABLE DIAPERS !!! In our opinion, the best invention second to stretchy denim and underwire bras (specially after you've popped a couple of lil' peanuts).

We have tried a few brands and have a favorite. We suggest you buy a pack of each...try them out....and see which one you like best. Regardless of the brand you pick, you'll feel great to know they're all better for your child and the earth.

Favorite Eco-Diaper Brand: Nature BabyCare - disposable, white (made with unbleached materials), chlorine free, super absorbent (even thru the nite), 100% bio-degradable, breathable, soft, thin, resealable tabs, priced at comparable levels, come with a cute leafy pattern (inks used are free of toxic metals). They also carry eco baby wipes. Sold at most baby marts or online.

Other Recommended Brands: Seventh Generation - these diapers have a kraft paper tone, chlorine-free, premium absorbency (also worked well thru the nite), don't contribute to dioxin pollution, soft, hypo-allergenic, have stretchy resealable closure tabs, thin, fit well, have no latex, fragrance, or TBT (tributyl tin). They also carry eco baby wipes. Sold at most baby marts or online.

Tushies - these are white disposable diapers (made with unbleached materials), non-toxic, soft, super absorbent, have a cloth-like cover, moisture barrier cuff, refastenable tabs, are breathable, latex-free, perfume-free, hypo-allergenic, and are not tested on animals. Also carry eco baby wipes. Sold at most baby marts and online.

What's the big deal about Bisphenol A and Phthalates?

2008-01-24T16:35:00.002-05:00

SafeMama.com is a great site where parents can go and get informed on the latest product recalls, health concerns and learn on how to keep your child safe ! Visit their site and read their (Jan 24th) article on BPA-free baby products.

Our store has been very careful in choosing ONLY baby bottles and toys that do not contain BPA (Bisphenol A) or Phthalates. These are toxic chemicals found in many plastic baby bottles and plastic toys...which may be dangerous to your baby. Take the time to read a bit about these chemicals, and why you should buy products that do not contain them !

A recent article by Parenting Magazine (Sept. 2007) says:

"Early this year, a report by a California environmental group brought attention
to toxic chemicals in plastic baby bottles, causing a run on glass
versions....The concern: A chemical in some plastics called bisphenol A (BPA)
[which has been linked with cancer, impaired immune function, hyperactivity, and
other problems] can leach into a bottle's contents. "There's no need to be
frightened, but you should try to reduce your baby's exposure to this chemical,"
says pediatrician Harvey Karp, M.D., a board member of Healthy Child Healthy
World, a non-profit group that raises awareness about environmental toxins..."

Then CBS News reported (Oct. 2007) that:

"California has banned toys and baby products containing more than a trace
amount of a chemical used to soften plastics that scientists have linked to
health problems. The ban on phthalate makes California the first U.S. state to
impose severe limits on a chemical that is widely used in baby bottles, soft
baby books, teething rings, plastic bath ducks and other toys....Beginning in
2009, any product made for young children that contains more than one tenth of
one percent of phthalates cannot be made, sold or distributed in California...."

OUR ECO-FRIENDLY BABY BOUTIQUE IS OPEN...

2008-01-17T12:07:00.002-05:00

At last, the day has finally come !! 8 months, 2 baby girls, another bun in the oven, 2 ignored husbands, many $$$, burnt neurons, computer glitches, video chats, and e-mails later -- NewBornMom has opened its doors to the public. We carry only the best eco-friendly and organic baby products .... so take some time to look around and enjoy some green shopping!

Make sure you sign-up for the NewBornMom Newsletter to receive special sales, promotions and discounts via e-mail !!!!

Thanks, Quirky Bird!

2008-01-17T11:38:00.001-05:00

This is a shout out for our graphic designer, Staci @ Quirky Bird Designs. It was great fun working with her....not to mention....a huge learning experience. Right off the bat she understood our expectations, and then surpassed them all. Thanks Staci, you rock!!