WeeEssentials Review and Giveaway!
Being the kind of mama who uses cloth diapers and cloth menstrual pads I naturally planned on using cloth nursing pads. But my leakage levels + cloth nursing pads = FAIL, epic fail even. I’m talking I could enter a wet t-shirt contest kind of fail.
But then I found WeeEssentials on Etsy.
Her nursing pads are more than just freakin’ cute {and trust me, they ARE that}…they’re made with a feature that makes you go “that’s genius!” They’re made with a layer of PUL {the same waterproof stuff diapers like Bum Genius are made with}. So I placed an order. And folks, I couldn’t be happier.
As you can see, they’re super pretty. The cores are made with bamboo and organic cotton. And the PUL lining is really fantastic. At night I’ve leaked past, but only because {being reusable} these pads don’t have stick-um on the back to keep them in place and I leaked around, not through, the pad. But, to tell the truth, I’ve had the same problem at night, even with disposables.
And Lucy sure likes ‘em.
Along with my order were some soap bits samples and one of the yummiest smelling lip balms I’ve ever encountered.
The lip balm is the “Citrus Blast” flavor, made with orange, lemon, lime and grapefruity goodness. It goes on really, really smooth. And I like that I can recognize and pronounce all of the nine ingredients. There’s no chemical crap in this lip balm.
The soap bits are surprisingly cute, considering they’re just little blocks of soap. I guess it’s the size factor that makes them seem so sweet. They can be used {melted and mixed with water} for cloth diaper wipes, or just as regular soap. I tried washing my hands with 1 bit. At first I didn’t like the way my hands felt after washing, kind of sticky. It’s the same feeling I get whenever I use any non-liquid soap. But it passed quickly and my hands didn’t feel dry or anything. And the soap had a nice, light scent {strawberries and champagne}.
Here’s another great thing. The service was great and the products well made. I heart shopping on Etsy because I love supporting small businesses. And when the businesses make such nice things and treat me so nicely it keeps me coming back. In fact, I’ve already planned my next purchase from WeeEssentials. I’m sooooo ordering some of the “Soothing Sinus Relief Balm” because my nose always gets so sore and red when I’m sick.
And though I haven’t had an opportunity to try WeeEssentials’s cloth menstrual pads {yet} I couldn’t resist telling you about them because they have two features mine don’t {but I wish they did}. Just like the nursing pads, they’re lined with PUL! Aaaand each pad is embroidered with stars on the wing so you can tell which pads are the most absorbent. Genius!
Basically I’m in love with WeeEssentials now. And you should be too. Know why? Well, besides the reasons I’ve already listed, WeeEssentials is sponsoring a giveaway!
What can you win?
a $20 gift certificate to spend on anything in the WeeEssentials shop {which ships everywhere}
How can you win?
1st entry (mandatory for any others to count}: Visit WeeEssentials and leave a comment on this post about what your favorite item is . You must leave a way to contact you on all entries {either leave your e-mail or make sure you can be e-mailed through your blog}. If you leave no way to notify you, or if you do not respond to notification within 72 hours a new winner will be chosen.
2nd entry: Blog about the giveaway and leave a link to the post in a comment on this post.
3rd entry: Follow @WeeEssentials on Twitter and leave a comment on this post saying that you did.
4th entry: Follow @DomesticDork on Twitter and leave a comment on this post saying that you did.
5th entry: Become a fan of WeeEssentials on Facebook and leave a comment on this post saying that you did.
6th entry: Follow me here on Domestic Dork and leave a comment saying that you did.
7th entry: Tweet about the giveaway and link to the tweet in a comment {you must leave a link to the specific tweet not your Twitter account!}. You may tweet once daily.
How will the winner be chosen?
Winner will be chosen via Random.org then notified and announced here on the blog.
When will the winner be chosen?
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Good luck!
{This review contains my honest opinion. I was not compensated in any way for providing it.}
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120 Stubborn Stains:
I love the looks of the nursing pads -- not just the fun and whimsical prints but the simple polka dot print and yellow stripes. And with your glowing review, I'd love to give them a try. (The store bought pads are just... yucky.)
-- Serene (who is having issues with including her e-mail address >.>; )
serenekitten@gmail.com
I follow Domestic Dork!
-- Serene
serenekitten@gmail.com
I love the Japanese Lantern and Pink Dotty nursing pads.
sarah at northernlightsaquatics.com
i am in heart with the hoot owl mama cloth. we're a non-disposable household and that's just too cute for words, and frankly, if you're going to go cloth, it might as wel be dang cute!
fentonslee at gmail dot com
@fentonslee follows @weeessentials
fentonslee at gmail dot com
@fentonslee follows @domesticdork
fentonslee at gmail dot com
i follow this blog
fentonslee at gmail dot com
am a fb fan of weeessentials
fentonslee at gmail dot com
http://twitter.com/fentonslee/statuses/4153785728
tweeted, lol.
fentonslee at gmail dot com
The nursing pads and mama cloth are great! The print options are so cute! And the lip balm. I LOVE lip balm!
I follow your blog!
I'm a fan of WeeEssentials on Facebook.
oh my goodness! she's got really cute fabric. i just got my first pp period (baby turned 1 year this month!) i'll be going back there to shop for sure!
Sabrina
twigglesandtrunks@yahoo.com
following weeesentials
Sabrina @twigglesNtrunks
twigglesandtrunks@yahoo.com
following you on twitter
Sabrina @twigglesNtrunks
twigglesandtrunks@yahoo.com
following your blog
Sabrina
twigglesandtrunks@yahoo.com
blogged, http://twigglesandtrunks.blogspot.com/2009/09/great-giveaway.html
Sabrina
twigglesandtrunks@yahoo.com
I really like the nursing pads with the Japanese lantern print. And that sinus relief cream would come in handy right now.
lisa at purestfeeling dot net
Already following you on Twitter. @devaskyla
tweeted, https://twitter.com/twigglesNtrunks/status/4154958161
Sabrina, twigglesNtrunks
twigglesandtrunks@yahoo.com
I'm now following @WeeEssentials on Twitter!
-- Serene
serenekitten@gmail.com
I'm now following @DomesticDork on Twitter, too! (As bethanybob, fyi.)
-- Serene (who has way too many aliases)
serenekitten@gmail.com
And I just became a fan of WeeEssentials on Facebook.
-- Serene
serenekitten@gmail.com
i would love to try their nursing pads - in pink dotty!
i follow weeessentials on twitter @3littleonesblog
i follow u on twitter @3littleonesblog
I follow your blog
I would love to try the nursing pads! i used disposable ones with my son and now want to try some cloth!
msbeaters at yahoo.com
I follow weeEssentials on twitter!
beanersmama
msbeaters at yahoo.com
I follow you on twitter
beanersmama
msbeaters at yahoo.com
tweet
http://twitter.com/3littleonesblog/status/4160278292
I'm a facebook fan!
Kelli Betters
msbeaters at yahoo.com
I follow your blog!
msbeaters at yahoo.com
I like the soap bits!! What a great product!
rosey11 at gmail dot com
following weeessentials on twitter!
@bananaramafoFin
following domestic dork on Twitter!
@bananaramafoFin
following this blog! =)
I would blow the whole thing on nursing pads. I have one re-usable pair. I can't see spending money on disposable pads again this time around. thanks! ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
I follow Weeessentials on Twitter. ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
I follow Domestic dork on twitter as graygirly ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
I follow your blog. ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
tweet! http://twitter.com/graygirly/status/4161558701
ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
The Lemongrass High Glycerin and Shea Butter Soap sounds lovely to try!
Elaine R
emrosser@shaw.ca
I just discovered her shop too and LOVE it! I can't wait to try her cloth pads and nursing pads too...and, of course, would love a chance to win a gift certificate too ;)
I follow WeeEssentials on Twitter (Mom2Valerie)
I follow Domestic Dork on Twitter too - Mom2Valerie
I'm a fan of WeeEssentials on Facebook, which is how I discovered your blog ;) (Stephanie Hanes)
tuesday twitter tweet
https://twitter.com/twigglesNtrunks/status/4171077949
Sabrina, twigglesNtrunks
twigglesandtrunks@yahoo.com
This is going to sound dumb, but I want the yarn! I've given up on the idea of having a dry shirt while breastfeeding. It's too much of a hassle! Yes I leak, what of it? :)
hrfarley at gmail dot com
My favorite item is - SHOP SECOND - Red Race Cars SUPER SOFT BURP CLOTH RAGS/UNPAPER TOWELS - Set of 4 in cotton flannel
I follow weeessentials - Upstatemomof3
I already follow you on twitter :) Upstatemomof3
tweet - http://twitter.com/Upstatemomof3/statuses/4173600270
I blogged about the giveaway today. :)
http://imaginary0422.wordpress.com/2009/09/22/weeessentials-giveaway-at-domesticdork-com/
-- Serene
serenekitten@gmail.com
I also Tweeted about the giveaway today.
http://twitter.com/bethanybob/status/4177420388
-- Serene
serenekitten@gmail.com
I would love the soap bits sampler! I love variety in life :)
I follow wee essentials on twitter!
I love all the scents she has for soap bits. I really want the Green Apple, but I also want the Honey Almond...can't make up my mind & might have to buy both!
I'm following Wee Essentials on twitter (fullnest)
I follow you on twitter
(fullnest)
I'm a facebook fan of Wee Essentials
Denise Crockett
I follow your blog
tweeted
http://twitter.com/Fullnest/statuses/4300984956
The Tootsie Roll Soap! I'd get me some soap if I won!
digicat{AT}sbcglobal{DOT}net
I follow WeeEssentials on twitter @cezovski
digicat{AT}sbcglobal{DOT}net
I follow Domestic Dork
digicat{AT}sbcglobal{DOT}net
I LOVE the Chopsticks please mamapad. If I win I will get a couple mamapads and some soap bits to try. Want to review more wipes solutions :-)
Follow WeeEssentials on Twitter.
@TheCDReport
Follow Domestic Dork on Twitter
@TheCDReport
Follow WeeEssentials on Facebook.
I follow your blog.
Daily tweet! http://twitter.com/TheCDReport/status/4306150884
I really like the Starburst Overnight Menstrual Pads and the Natural Lip Balm with healing oils. I love all her stuff. Thanks for the chance!
bekki1820cb at gmail dot com
I am a Facebook fan of WeeEssentials now. My Facebook name is Bekki Orr.
bekki1280cb at gmail dot com
I am following the Domestic Dork. bekki1820cb at yahoo dot com
You know I totally need those nursing pads. NEED, Holly. NEED.
I also now officially "follow" your blog. You know I've been stalking you forever, but now you get the satisfaction of knowing I "follow" you ... and no one else! All of this effort just for you! It is a labor of love!
I created a Twitter account and made my first tweet about you:
http://twitter.com/kamitychan/status/4306646184
I follow you on Twitter, too.
Annnnnd I follow WeeEssentials on Twitter.
(kamitychan)
tweet! http://twitter.com/graygirly/status/4307738182
ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
https://twitter.com/graygirly/status/4312213449
ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
Those mama pads look fabulous!
@schreiberwriter
You know I follow you. Everywhere..... :)
@schreiberwriter
Tweet, tweet!
http://twitter.com/schreiberwriter/status/4305246030
@schreiberwriter
Tweeted again, today: http://twitter.com/bethanybob/status/4317684666
-- Serene
serenekitten@gmail.com
tweeted
http://twitter.com/Fullnest/statuses/4327061072
http://twitter.com/graygirly/status/4340880807
ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
Another day, another Tweet.
http://twitter.com/bethanybob/status/4343647294
-- Serene
serenekitten@gmail.com
Daily tweet: http://twitter.com/TheCDReport/status/4351272803
tweeted
http://twitter.com/Fullnest/statuses/4355159273
thursday tweet, https://twitter.com/twigglesNtrunks/status/4171077949
Sabrina, twigglesNtrunks
twigglesandtrunks@yahoo.com
I like their nursing pads
jessiekaitlin at hotmail dot com
I follow them on twitter
jessiekaitlin at hotmail dot com
I follow you on twitter
jessiekaitlin at hotmail dot com
I'm a fan on FB
jessiekaitlin at hotmail dot com
I follow your blog
jessiekaitlin at hotmail dot com
Todays tweet
http://twitter.com/JessieKaitlin/status/4362567985
jessiekaitlin at hotmail dot com
I would definitely like to try the nursing pads.
daizy.grl33 at gmail dot com
I follow you on twitter (jdruit)
daizy.grl33 at gmail dot com
Tweeted http://twitter.com/jdruit/status/4363243136
daizy.grl33 at gmail dot com
I follow your blog.
daizy.grl33 at gmail dot com
https://twitter.com/graygirly/status/4364841020
ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
Daily tweet http://twitter.com/jdruit/status/4375955564
daizy.grl33 at gmail dot com
Tweeted http://twitter.com/devaskyla/status/4378002149
lisa at purestfeeling dot net
tweeted
http://twitter.com/Fullnest/statuses/4385832621
http://twitter.com/graygirly/status/4393443973
ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
I retweeted your tweet.
http://twitter.com/bethanybob/status/4395474462
-- Serene
serenekitten@gmail.com
tweeted
http://twitter.com/Fullnest/statuses/4400793563
https://twitter.com/graygirly/status/4413681458
ruth dot gray at gmail dot com
I became a fan of WeeEssentials on Facebook! (somehow, spreading out my entries increases my chances of winning. I KNOW IT.)
I also finally got around to writing about your giveaway in my LJ. Lazy me!
http://chibi-brooke.livejournal.com/336179.html
http://twitter.com/beanersmama/status/4422061050
Hope I'm not too late to get in here! I love the nursing pads, but seeing as I don't leak anymore (yay for nursing an older babe!), I'd love to try the pantyliners out.
hcurto at gmail dot com
Following weessentials on Twitter :)
hcurto at gmail dot com
Aaaand following domesticdork on Twitter :)
hcurto at gmail dot com
WeeEssentials Facebook fan!
hcurto at gmail dot com
I am now following your blog here.
hcurto at gmail dot com
It has been Tweeted (hope I'm linking this right..)!
http://twitter.com/hcurto/status/4426369332
hcurto at gmail dot com
Thanks for an awesome giveaway!