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All About Baby: Fresh Organics *Giveaway*

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When our baby girl was born (3 weeks ago!), my husband had an opportunity to help with her first bath.  The nurses naturally wanted to do it right away (apparently to “disinfect” the baby!).  Since we did not go to the hospital that day thinking we would be greeting her, we did not have a bag packed.  It’s amazing to me that the standard product used on all newborn babies contains sodium laureth sulfate.  We opted to wait until my husband could go home and pick up one of the natural baby products we keep on hand.

Fresh Organics offers organic, hypoallergenic baby care products free from potentially dangerous chemicals.  Being a so-called “green mom”, I have had the opportunity to try a number of all-natural, organic skin and baby care products. I had an opportunity to try the company’s Bubble Bath and Shampoo & Body Wash.  The two things I immediately noticed about the Bubble Bath were that it smelled lovely and it made a lot of bubbles (which my son was thrilled about).  The company discloses all ingredients right on their site, which I appreciate, considering one of the first things my son did was try to eat a mouthful of bubbles!

The Shampoo & Body Wash also lathers well.  I suggest using just a little on a child’s hair, since it can be a bit difficult to get out with a squirmy toddler.  Both products are tearless…thankfully…because it’s rare for me not to get any soap at all in his eyes when he wiggles.

While I think both products smell lovely (and clean really well), I prefer to use unscented products on new babies and scented products on my son (who is a toddler).  My son has very sensitive skin and I found myself avoiding all scents and chemicals when he was a baby.  I’ve used it on our daughter and so far she hasn’t had any skin reactions.  But I’d love the company to develop a fragrance-free version.

Fresh Organics also offers a Velvety Soft Moisturizing Baby Lotion and a Baby Bottom Balm.  Each 8 oz tube retails for $7.99 (which is a very good price in my opinion).

Win It! One of you will win a tube of Calming Bubble Bath and a tube of Conditioning Baby Shampoo and Body Wash.  Simply leave me a comment with something you liked or learned on the site.  Comments will close on January 24, 2010 at 10 PM PST.  One comment per person, please (unless you do the extra credit). US residents only. Duplicates and comments not including the above information will be disqualified. Comments are moderated. If you don’t see your comment in a reasonable amount of time, send me an email. Bloggers and non-bloggers may enter. If you don’t want to leave your email address, please be sure to check back for my announcement on the winner. Please note that winners must respond within 48 hours of being announced/contacted or another winner will be drawn.

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  5. I learned that Cocamide DEA can cause yeast infections. Yuck! Why do I suddenly feel like throwing away the contents of my bathroom cabinet? I remember back when I was pregnant, I had stopped using all the junk that had mile-long lists of chemicals I couldn’t pronouce. Once I had the baby, I felt guilty it was all going to waste and started dragging out the old bottles of goo. Yes…it just might be time to finally get rid of all that stuff once and for all.

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  11. I found this statement to be disturbing: “A baby’s skin is so thin that it absorbs up to 90% of what is put on it – so what goes on, goes into every organ and cell.”

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  13. They have a really great site. They have a lot of information on chemicals to avoid and why. One ingredient found in other products can even affect a male’s reproductive system! Who knew!

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  18. I found their list of the most dangerous ingredients very informative, and definitely an eye opener! So many dangerous chemicals being used, no wonder there is so much cancer, disease etc… due to what we are putting in our bodies.

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  21. I learned that Methyl, Ethyl, Propyl or Butyl Paraben is the most widely used preservatives in Personal Care. It accumulates in the tissues of the body over time. It mimics the action of the female hormone estrogen. It is
    detected in human breast tumors and may affect development of the male reproductive system.

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  24. I really like the Hydrating Lotion – Lavender Vanilla. I have very dry skin – I’m all about the lotions! Thanks for the chance!

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  29. i like that they also sell Woman’s products I like the Castile Soap – Pomegranate Fig!!
    Carla from California!
    cpullum(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  35. I like how the lotion has Organic white tea and vitamin E to help keep skin soft. Thats what we need in this house!!!!! Great Giveaway!!

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  41. I like that they list the 18 worst chemicals to avoid on their site. It makes it very convenient to have handy as you shop!

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  42. I love this stuff. I have tried several of their products and have only good to say. I like that the wash is very thick. thin watery products tend to get wasted as more than what we need comes out and you can’t really put it back easily so we just sort of use it. This is super thick and you only need the tiniest little plop to wash a complete baby!

    Their little travel set of baby products is a really great way to try out the products to see if you like them.

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  50. I looked at their link of harmful ingredients to be aware of. I didn’t realize Talc “Is a known carcinogen.” and “Has been linked to ovarian cancer.”

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  61. I like that they also carry products for Mommy & Daddy. I would love to try the Pomegranate Fig Castile Soap:)

    mscoffee77(AT)juno(DOT)com

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  64. I like how they list the ingredients in their products plus give a detailed description about the ingredients and what it does.

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  69. I was amazed that it said a baby’s skin is so thin that it absorbs up to 90% of what is put on it ! Thats incredible- it really makes you think about the things you are putting on your baby!

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  70. This is going to be cheesy, but I learned (finally) what an ambassador is! Corny, I know. You would have thought I would have figured it out by now!

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  80. I learned that the bedrock of their philosophy is to ensure that any product they make or sell is 100% safe for long term use by any age person, from newborn up.

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  87. I am completely shocked at the chemicals found in our babies soaps. They seems to harsh and unnatural. I would love to try these products compared to the burts which are another organic product. living green is lovely.

    I hope i win the giveaway!!

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  93. Well my first child is 23 and I am due in June 2010. Love how far we have come from the days of Ivory Soap It was recommended and used for everything baby from hair to clothes and everything in between.

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  114. I like that Fresh Organics products are free of the most common allergens: milk, nut oils, soy, wheat, gluten and artificial fragrance.

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  116. I would also love to try the Lavender Vanilla Hydrating Lotion.
    Thank you so much for the chance to win.

    jweezie43[at]aol[dot]com

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  119. I learned that Cocamide DEA can cause yeast infections… gross! Thanks for hosting a great giveaway!

    click4cash4me(at)gmail(dot)com

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  125. Wow! i learned that the principle reason for sterility and sperm count reduction in U.S. males: Chlorinated hydrocarbon pesticides. We use a lot of organics for other reasons, i had no idea about this. crazy. Thanks for the chance to win!

    enchantedtree(at)hotmail.com

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  136. I learned that the company has a very strong commitment to the environment. They use passive solar lighting and during the winter months they use electric lighting for less than 2 hrs/day.
    dontaskme22(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  143. I like that their facility sounds very green, with heat sinks to regulate temperature and passive solar lighting. They use electric lighting during winter months for no more than 2 hours per day, and the company vehicles are electric.

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  155. Fresh Organics products are free of the most common allergens, which are: milk, nut oils, soy, wheat, gluten and artificial fragrance.

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