Thank You! Thursdays: The Naked Tank

Hey there mama’s!!! It’s that time again for an awesome Thank You! Thursday giveaway and we are beyond thrilled to introduce our mama’s to Jen and Carrie – two gorgeous mompreneurs behind the Naked Nursing Tank.

The Naked Nursing Tank is an Open-busted camisole allowing you to wear whatever nursing bra you want while still keeping you modest.  It’s all about helping mama’s feeling more comfortable breast feeding in public.  It’s pure genius!! This tank top is designed to layer with any of your regular shirts to make nursing simple and easy while keeping you covered up.  No more worry about showing off your midsection while nursing.

The Naked Tanks have an extra 3 inches on the bottom that helps it stay in place and not ride up. These tanks can be worn throughout your entire pregnancy as the small Lycra blend allows for stretch up to 9 months and the bamboo maintains its shape wash after wash, returning to its original size, as your postpartum belly shrinks.

Because of the unique plunging neckline beneath the breast, The Naked Tank allows you to wear your sexy low-cut, scooped or v-neck shirts. The tanks are made from an Eco-friendly rayon & bamboo blend which makes these tanks lightweight and super soft.

As one satisfied customer put it;

“as a nursing woman, it’s just an essential part of your wardrobe…you put on your socks, you put on your bra and underwear, and you put on your NAKED TANK…it’s just how you dress for the day, no question!”

The Naked Tank is PERFECT for every nursing mom…it turns any shirt into a nursing shirt!

 One lucky winner will win a Naked Nursing Tank. To enter, use the widget below to “Like” The Naked Tank on Facebook, follow on twitter, and tell us why you would love to win. Earn more chances to win by “liking” You! Lingerie and “liking” this blog post below.

Open to Mama’s in the U.S and Canada. Contest ends November 29, 2012 at 12:01 a.m. EST. Be sure to check back to find out if you are a winner and remember our basic rules apply.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are chosen as a winner, we will send you an email alerting you of your winnings. If we do not hear back from you within 48 hours, we will pick another winner.

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Thank You! Thursdays: UCHI Nursing Covers

It is the beginning of a new month mama’s and it’s that time again for a very happy Thank You! Thursday giveaway. We are so excited to introduce our U.S mamas to a Canadian designer who designs fabulous nursing covers.

UCHI nursing covers are created by the gorgeous mompreneur Mariella, a registered nurse. She found that in her lactation shop many moms were complaining of a “peep hole window” collapsing after their nursing cover was washed. She also stated that moms got sick of having to use the same cover/print over and over, so she created a nursing cover that is interchangeable and can be used with any other cover.

Unlike other nursing covers, the UCHI New Look Nursing cover allows mom to change her look, i.e. she can turn ANY other piece of fabric, blanket, and scarf into a viewing neckline cover. It also allows moms to place the window where she wants it (sliding boning system) for better coverage. The “window” doesn’t collapse after washing, this happens with all other covers. The adjustable, multi use strap is also included which can be used for baby too! Folded up, the apron makes a great shopping cart pad (so baby doesn’t sit on plastic). This multi-purpose cover also features –

 Detachable cover for switching up different styles for different days

 Adjustable neck strap

 Cover can be used as a baby blanket

 Inside corner pocket to hold nursing pads

 Lead Free Clips

 Doubles as a shopping cart seat

 Strap can be used as a bib holder or to secure a toy

 One lucky will win a limited edition UCHI cover in Alexander Henry print in butterflies with velvet strap.

To enter, use the widget below to “Like” UCHI on Facebook, tell us why you would love to win. Earn more chances to win by “liking” You! Lingerie and “liking” this blog post below.

Open to Mama’s in the U.S and Canada. Contest ends November 2, 2012 at 12:01 a.m. EST. Be sure to check back to find out if you are a winner and remember our basic rules apply.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are chosen as a winner, we will send you an email alerting you of your winnings. If we do not hear back from you within 48 hours, we will pick another winner.

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Thank You Thursdays: Milkmakers

Happy Thank You Thursdays Mamas!!! We all know that sometimes a nursing mama needs a little help boosting her milk supply and that is why we are SUPER excited about this week’s giveaway from our friends at Milkmakers. Milkmakers are yummy cookies made specifically to increase breast milk supply.

Gorgeous mompreneur Emily got the idea of Milkmakers after she realized that she needed help with her milk supply after returning to work when her daughter was born. She turned to her kitchen to see if she could make something yummy that would help with her low milk supply…turns out she did.

Milkmakers are healthy oatmeal chocolate chip cookies with a few ingredients added (like brewer’s yeast and flaxseed) to promote milk production. Brewer’s yeast increases the production of breast milk and provides B-vitamins and amino acids essential for moms and babies. Flaxseed offers omega-3 fatty acids, necessary for brain development, which can be passed from mother to baby through breast milk. The oats in the cookies help with boosting breast milk supply and provide whole grains, fiber, iron, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

One lucky mama will win a Milkmakers cookie starter kit. To enter, use the widget below to “Like” Milkmakers on Facebook, tell us why you would love to win and sign up for Milkmakers e-mail newsletter. Earn more chances to win by “liking” You! Lingerie and “liking” this blog post below.

Open to Mama’s in the U.S only. Contest ends October 19, 2012 at 12:01 a.m. EST. Be sure to check back to find out if you are a winner and remember our basic rules apply.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are chosen as a winner, we will send you an email alerting you of your winnings. If we do not hear back from you within 48 hours, we will pick another winner.

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Liquid Gold: How To Store Breast Milk

 

Tips For Storing Your Breast MilkIf you have to pump and store breast milk for the first time, you probably have an array of questions. You have to balance safety and convenience, so it’s important to know how to best preserve the nutrients and antibodies in milk.

What should I store my breast milk in? There are three primary types of containers that work for storing breast milk: glass containers, plastic containers and breast milk storage bags. Most moms agree that the storage bags made specifically for breast milk are most convenient because they come in a few different sizes and can be placed in both refrigerator and freezer safely. Make sure that your container is sealed tightly to prevent spoilage, leakage or freezer burn (DiSanto, Joseph; DiSanto, Karin Y. , 2012).

How much should I store in each bag (bottle)? It is wise to store the amount that you expect your baby to drink during each feeding. If your baby doesn’t drink a consistent amount of milk, store 2 ounces in each bag. Remember that milk expands when frozen, so don’t overfill the storage bag.

How long can I store my breast milk safely? Here are the guidelines from Dr. Sears:

  • Milk can be stored at room temperature (77F) for 4 to 8 hours.
  • Refrigerated breast milk is good for 3-8 days. Transfer unused refrigerated milk to the freezer before it is 8 days old and discard all milk that has been stored for longer than 8 days. Never store it in the refrigerator door – make room in the back of the refrigerator instead.
  • Breast milk can be stored in the back of the freezer for 3 months. Thaw it for 24 hours before feeding it to your baby. Never refreeze thawed milk. Use thawed milk within 24 hours. Freezing destroys some of the properties of breast milk, and bacteria grows fast what it is thawed (Ask Dr. Sears, 2011).

Be sure to address any concerns with your pediatrician before expressing and storing breast milk.

Freezer full of breast milk

 

References

Ask Dr. Sears. (2011). Storing and Transporting Breast Milk. Retrieved July 9, 2012, from Ask Dr. Sears:
http://www.askdrsears.com/topics/breastfeeding/while-working/storing-transporting-breast-milk

DiSanto, Joseph; DiSanto, Karin Y. . (2012, January). Breastfeeding FAQs: Safely Storing Breast Milk. Retrieved July 10, 2012, from Kids Health:
http://kidshealth.org/parent/growth/feeding/breastfeed_storing.html

Thank You Thursdays: Ness Bags

We cannot believe that it is October already!! We are stoked that October’s first Thank You Thursdays giveaway is from our friends at Ness Bags (YAHOOOO!!!!!!!). I am sure that most of our mama’s already know just how GORGEOUS these diaper bags are, but what you might not know is how inspiring the story behind how beautiful mompreneur Crystal Goss invented Ness Bags.

In 2009, Crystal Goss got frustrated. She loathed carrying the awful, black canvas breast pump tote that every nursing mother recognizes. She couldn’t find a bag that had plenty of storage for a pump and didn’t look like a traditional diaper or pump bag. She wanted a diaper bag with a cooler, to preserve her precious breast milk aka “liquid gold” but that was also discreet with a stylish presentation. But it was too much to ask of the market. So, with the encouragement of her husband, she set out to design her own and it had everything that all nursing mother crave. It was a functional and fashionable diaper bag she could share with other stylish mothers that were always on the go.

A passionate volunteer to premature babies, each bag design is named for a special baby and its journey to survive birth or an organization devoted to helping newborns and families in their struggle. Ness Bags exists to inspire and encourage mothers while raising awareness and educating about issues like prematurity, stillbirth and birth defects.

One lucky mama will win one gorgeous Eli bag which features –
• Three interior & three exterior pockets
• Adjustable straps allow you to carry the bag three different way and it comes in 4 colors – black, red, dark brown and camel brown

We are swooning at this super chic Ness bag! This is the Eli bag in camel color

To enter, use the widget below to “Like” Ness Bags on Facebook, tell us why you would love to win and what color best fits your personality and style (be creative).  Earn more chances to win by “liking” You! Lingerie, pinning your favorite Ness Bag on your Pinterest board and “liking” this blog post below.

Open to Mama’s in the U.S only. Contest ends October 5, 2012 at 12:01 a.m. EST. Be sure to check back to find out if you are a winner and remember our basic rules apply.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are chosen as a winner, we will send you an email alerting you of your winnings. If we do not hear back from you within 48 hours, we will pick another winner.

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