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Kathy & Kim and Babywrappers Winners!

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Hi fabulous people!

Being knee-deep in spring cleaning, it completely slipped my mind to post the winners of the Kathy & Kim Originals and Babywrappers giveaways. Can you ever forgive me?

First up: Kathy & Kim Originals. They turn sensible, everyday items that kids (and moms!) use into adorable, must-have gear… and up for grabs is a $50 Gift Card!

And the winner is… #203 Amy C!

Next, it’s Babywrappers… so unique and versatile you will never use another towel again for your baby’s bath. Up for grabs is winner’s choice of a Babywrapper or stroller blanket!

And the winner is… #158 driii!

Congratulations to both of you! Please send me an e-mail with your complete mailing address so that I can have the prize sent to you right away. Thanks to everyone who participated!

Lena Loves… Babywrappers

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Babywrappers are back on Listen to Lena! Just in time for the Spring One of A Kind Show, let me refresh your memory on why these baby towels are one of my all-time FAVOURITE items for baby!

“Babywrappers are so unique and versatile you will never use another towel again for your baby’s bath. The Babywrapper hangs like an apron around your neck while protecting you from getting a bath yourself! This oversized bath towel was designed to be large enough to completely wrap your baby in it and light enough to comfortably feel your wiggly baby through it. When bath-time is over simply pick her up with your 2 free hands and place her on your chest, wrapping the towel around her. Your baby will enjoy cuddling up against you and will love the feel of the soft absorbent terry cloth towel around her. You’ll be amazed at how easy bath-time can be!”

Babywrappers are the invention of Canadian mom Dina, who found bathtime a challenge in her small bathroom. Inspired to improve her experience, Dina sewed up an apron-like towel that secured around her neck to protect her outfit while baby splashed about. Et voila! With her creativity and focus to bring the product to market, bathtime became easier for moms everywhere!

Because I stocked up on Babywrappers before Ryder arrived, we never had to endure the frustration of drying off a wriggly, slippery baby. But with fellow moms, it was constantly a topic of discussion – how to avoid being splashed, where to put the towel while lifting baby, and most important, how to keep baby warm during transportation from tub to bed/change pad. Babywrappers solve all of these problems!

Click here to see how Babywrappers work.

Babywrappers are available in a large selection of colours and textures, including waffle, gingham, velour, camo and more. They are quite honestly one of the perfect gifts for a mom-to-be – and you can forget all the standard hooded bath towels that are usually on baby registries. They do not work. They will be thrown out. Even after we purchased Babywrappers I received a few hooded towels at my baby shower, and could not believe how they paled in comparison with respect to quality, size, and of course, user friendliness!

Check out some of the newest colours in Babywrappers:

The towels took Ryder through to his first year of life, and then he became too big for them. But that’s okay – they’re perfect for Reid to enjoy – and he does now, every time he takes a bath.

Dina recently introduced 30″x35″ stroller blankets in the same great variety of colours as the Babywrappers; they’re soft, supple and a truly wonderful way to keep baby warm during all those early spring walks. You won’t be able to resist stroking the blanket along your cheek… I am certain they’ll soon become your baby’s favourite blankie. I love having a selection of quality blankets; one for the car, one at grandma’s… really everywhere, now that I think of it!

Visit Babywrappers at the Spring One of A Kind Show from March 30th to April 3rd – just stop by booth Q-16 and tell Dina you heard about Babywrappers on Listen to Lena!


Visit Babywrappers to view the selection of colours and designs, and to shop online.


Babywrappers has generously offered one Listen to Lena! reader the chance to win a Babywrapper or stroller blanket, in your choice of colour! To enter, simply visit the website and leave a comment here, telling us which one you would choose if you won.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

(1) Follow my blog, Listen to Lena!
(2) Like Listen to Lena! on Facebook
(3) Tweet about this giveaway (tiny URL: http://tinyurl.com/4frvd7r)
(4) You may Tweet daily.

I’ll draw for a winner on April 20th. Good luck everybody!

OOAK Christmas Show: Good Times!

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Just four (4) days left to enjoy the One of A Kind Christmas Show in Toronto!

Keeping with tradition, we checked it out last weekend and had an amazing time! Ryder tagged along for the first time ever, and I was a little concerned how he would hold up as we made our way through the aisles. However, he enjoyed himself immensely, and couldn’t say no to all the goodies available for sampling. Here he is in front of the portable puppet theatre booth from Open Door Designs – nothing like a good puppet show to get the party started!

Then I just simply had to pop in on my girls at Foxy Originals, who always have the busiest booth at the show. And no wonder – with literally tons of pieces to choose from, customers were on a gift-giving free for all. I was happy to be introduced to my new favourite necklace – the Cabaret – and proudly showed off some Foxy love as I walked through the show. (Only 3 days left to enter the Foxy Originals giveaway!)

Off to Bamboo Lily, where I marveled at the stunning booth. Gorgeous bamboo clothing, sweet pictures of babes modelling the goods, and a lovely eco-friendly vibe. And the kudos! I couldn’t believe how many satisfied customers dropped by to tell Lillian how much they loved the line – and to make another purchase, of course. I gushed about Reid’s favourite blanket – made of oh-so-soft bamboo and personalized with his name. (Enter to win one of your very own!)

I was also quite thrilled to run into Babywrappers – and had a strong urge to stop shopping and start praising the qualities of the product to everyone who walked by. Seriously, mamas, you NEED this at bathtime! It’s quite simply the best baby bath towel on the market. Ryder was happy to take home a Green Camo Babywrapper and matching face cloths for Reid – although by the way he was snuggling up to it, I’m sure he’ll be declaring “mine!” the moment he sees his little brother bundled up in it. And don’t forget that you can win a Babywrapper here – just 3 days left to enter the giveaway!

We covered the entire show and purchased some one of a kind staples, including delectable Lobster Mousse, personalized tree ornaments, and of course, a gourmet caramel apple from Bruce County Fudge. YUM!

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, visit the show – you’ll be glad you did!

OOAK Christmas Show Starts TODAY!

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If you happen to live in the Greater Toronto Area, LUCKY you!

The One of A Kind Christmas Show begins today! It is the stop for all your Christmas shopping, especially if you’re after unique, handmade, one of a kind gifts.

While you’re there, do stop by and say hello to all of the participants in my It’s One of A Kind! features – they’ve all generously donated prizes for YOU to win! (All draws take place December 4th.)

SPA SISTERS – Booth P-30
MATTER COMPANY – Booth R-38
FOXY ORIGINALS – Booth S-38
LUXE DESIGN – Booth T-54
BAMBOO LILY – Booth T-55
DOMISTYLE – Booth X-20
BABYWRAPPERS – Booth X-61

See you at the show!

Babywrappers… It’s One of A Kind!

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I’ll always have a soft spot for Babywrappers… my very first OOAK purchase shortly after we found out there was a bun in the oven. I recall carefully selecting yellow and green velour towels and grinning at my husband, envisioning bath and bubbles to come. Introducing the ultimate baby bath towel – 

From their website:

“Babywrappers are so unique and versatile you will never use another towel again for your baby’s bath. The Babywrapper hangs like an apron around your neck while protecting you from getting a bath yourself! This oversized bath towel was designed to be large enough to completely wrap your baby in it and light enough to comfortably feel your wiggly baby through it. When bath-time is over simply pick her up with your 2 free hands and place her on your chest, wrapping the towel around her. Your baby will enjoy cuddling up against you and will love the feel of the soft absorbent terry cloth towel around her. You’ll be amazed at how easy bath-time can be!”

Babywrappers are the invention of Canadian mom Dina, who found bathtime a challenge in her small bathroom. Inspired to improve her experience, Dina sewed up an apron-like towel that secured around her neck to protect her outfit while baby splashed about. Et voila! With her creativity and focus to bring the product to market, bathtime became easier for moms everywhere!

Because I stocked up on Babywrappers before Ryder arrived, we never had to endure the frustration of drying off a wriggly, slippery baby. But with fellow moms, it was constantly a topic of discussion – how to avoid being splashed, where to put the towel while lifting baby, and most important, how to keep baby warm during transportation from tub to bed/change pad. Babywrappers solve all of these problems!

Click here to see how Babywrappers work.

Babywrappers are available in a large selection of colours and textures, including waffle, gingham, velour, camo and more. They are quite honestly one of the perfect gifts for a mom-to-be – and you can forget all the standard hooded bath towels that are usually on baby registries. They do not work. They will be thrown out. Even after we purchased Babywrappers I received a few hooded towels at my baby shower, and could not believe how they paled in comparison with respect to quality, size, and of course, user friendliness!

The towels took Ryder through to his first year of life, and then he became too big for them. But that’s okay – they’re perfect for Reid to enjoy – and he does now, every time he takes a bath.

I couldn’t resist posting this picture of Ryder at 8 months (a lifetime ago!), all wrapped up and cozy post-bath!

You can visit Babywrappers at the One of A Kind show – just stop by booth X-61. You can also purchase Babywrapers online.

WIN IT!

Babywrappers has generously offered one Listen to Lena! reader the chance to win a Babywrapper, in your choice of colour! To enter, simply visit the website and leave a comment here, telling us which one you would choose if you won.

You can also qualify for extra entries! Remember, you must leave a separate comment for each. You can:

(1) Follow my blog, Listen to Lena!
(2) Tweet about the It’s One of A Kind! giveaways (tiny URL: http://tinyurl.com/369glqk)
(3) You may Tweet daily.

I’ll draw for a winner on December 4th. Good luck everybody!