The BAM! $1500 Breastfeeding Awareness Month Ultimate Giveaway that Gives Back
by Bettina Forbes, CLC | August 10, 2010 4:24 am
Did you think we were only going to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week? Of course not! In many countries around the globe, breasfeeding is celebrated during the whole month of August, and sometimes September too, and other odd weeks here and there. We say, let’s celebrate them all! Our Mom-Made Wonderfood is truly worthy of celebration, every day. Whether it comes straight from the tap, the bottle, or via a human milk bank, its a superpower that fights diseases in mom and baby, and helps to clean up the planet - all in a single bound. Even Clark Kent would be jealous.
We’ve seen a lot of breastfeeding companies doing giveaways and promotions this last week—and in tough economic times, a freebie or a discount is a good thing! But how many of those companies are truly investing in changing our breastfeeding culture and beating the booby traps? When only 3% of hospitals are designated baby-friendly; when too few doctors are educated on the basics of lactation management; when women can are still being harrassed, and even abused, for breastfeeding in public; and when ours is one of the only industrialized countries without paid maternity leave—and the list goes on—moms need more than a coupon or some helpful information on a website. Building the “mother of all causes” takes some serious cash.
That is why we are extremely pleased to present the “Ultimate Giveaway that Gives Back” that not only celebrates breastfeeding but also showcases some wonderful companies that are going above and beyond to help moms and babies. Everyone of the sponsors represented in the baskets below is committed to working with Best for Babes to change the breastfeeding landscape for our sisters, our friends, and our daughters, and really for all of us, because when moms are no longer prevented from achieving their personal breastfeeding goals, everyone benefits. These companies also happen to make some of the best products on the market, because while all you really need to breastfeed is at least one boob and a baby, there are a lot of things that can make breastfeeding more comfortable, appealing and convenient. After all, if some cute workout gear can motivate you to go to the gym, then certainly a sexy nursing top can boost your confidence, make you feel fabulous, and empower you reach your breastfeeding goal! We say, whatever works for you, babe!
How to Win: Here’s the special twist on our giveaway. In the spirit of giving back, we are asking you to nominate someone else for the gift basket, someone whom you really think could benefit from this extravaganza: for example, a mom who really wants to breastfeeding but can’t afford a top-quality breastpump to go back to work, or for whom babywearing (and the multi-tasking that goes with it) would make a world of difference. First, leave a comment describing the person you would like to see win basket (1-Expecting Mom) or basket (2-Working Mom) below, and then, make sure you “Like” our facebook page. At the end of the month, everybody will vote on the nominations, and we will check and make sure that the winner is legit before shipping the gift baskets in beginning of September. The generous-minded person who nominates the winner will get a lovely gift too-A Belabumbum Lily Sleepwear set (see the Expecting Babe Basket) and a Best for Babes T-shirt!! Total value of the giveaway is a mind-blowing $1,500 smackeroos.
#1. Ultimate Best for Babes Giveaway Basket for the Expecting Babe
My Brest Friend Deluxe Breastfeeding Pillow has a wrap-around design with a silent, quick-release strap, back support and a firm, flat cushion that keeps baby from rolling and promotes the optimum latch; with soft, washable cover.- Earth Mama Angel Baby Breastfeeding Support Kit includes Milkmaid Tea to support healthy breast milk production, lanolin-free nipple cream to prevent or heal sore, cracked nipples, gel- and toxin-free breast packs ease breasts sore from engorgement or mastitis, and organic, herbal breast compresses provide extra nipple and engorgement care.
Evenflo Comfort Select Performance™ Dual Breastpump with autocycling vacuum is newly improved and perfect for occasional pumping; it runs on batteries or can be plugged in for traveling convenience. Two pumps can used simultaneously for greater efficiency, or leave a spare where you are likely to need it, comes in carry case.
Posh Pads are ultra fashionable, reusable, earth-friendly organic cotton and bamboo nursing pads that are so gorgeous, you can use them as coasters when you are done nursing. In outrageous colors and patterns to suit every bra and boob.- Moby Wrap Custom Best for Babes Carrier is made of the softest of cotton fabrics, is extremely comfortable, and is one of the safest baby carriers available today. It distributes weight evenly from parent’s shoulders to hips and aligns baby’s center of gravity as close to the parent’s body as possible. Svelte black with the signature Best for Babes logo on it!
- Mother’s Boutique Sweet Embrace Necklace is a gorgeous sterling silver pendant on a leather cord, designed by Judy Masucci, owner of the Mother’s Boutique. It symbolizes the love between a mother and child and represents a breastfeeding mother or any mother holding and loving her child.
Belabumbum Lily Sleepwear Set comes with a robe, cami and pants perfect for snoozing and lounging and feeling fabulous! Belabumbum believes that women grow more beautiful while expecting and while nursing, so their lingerie confections encourage women to feel pampered, sexy, and hip — during and after pregnancy.
Hadley Stilwell Sleeveless Crossover Shirt is ultra-luxe and stylish, perfect for date night or a meeting with the executive committee. HadleyStilwell designs are meant to be clothes you want to wear - that just happen to accommodate nursing and pumping - and many moms keep them as long-term staples of their wardrobe. Gift certificate so you can choose the color and size.
Breastfeeding with Comfort and Joy Book is a stunning coffee table quality book with evocative photos of breastfeeding and parenting combined with clear, expert guidance on how to start and continue a breastfeeding relationship with ease and prevent and solve any problems.
Sweet Knee Gift Bag includes an adorable, reusable cloth bag filled with splendidly all-natural bubbly soap, oatmeal cookie bath, bun glaze for tender tushies, 3.2 oz rubbit oil for massaging or moisturizing, and a 3.75 oz hulababy bar soap.
Be Nice Prenatal Vitamin Drink Mix allows you to get your essential prenatal vitamins and minerals, in easy to take and carry portions for better nutrient absorption and hydration throughout the day. Doctor approved, it comes in two delicious, naturally sweetened flavors.
#2. Ultimate Best for Babes Giveaway Basket for the Working Babe
Ameda Purely Yours Ultra Breastpump is a top-of-the-line electric breastpump that is preferred by lactation consultants and doctors and can be converted for one-handed manual use. Cycles per minute and suction can be adjusted to maximize milk output. The patented diaphragm ensures no milk or bacteria can enter the tubing or motor, and no contaminants from the pump can enter your collected milk. Comes with a stylish, sophisticated pebble-grained tailored tote, cooler (holds 6 bottles-included), a car lighter adapter, 3 different sizes breast flanges (with more available), and various pump accessories.- Pumpease Bra Supports make pumping at work or home much easier because it allows you to pump hands-free. The 6″ wide pumping supports feature patent pending, ‘no-stitch’ horn openings, guaranteed to accommodate any breast pump on the market, in a variety of gorgeous prints that allow you to “express” your personal style and fashion sense.
Motherlove More Milk Plus capsules contain a special blend of safe and effective herbs designed to quickly increase breast milk for breastfeeding mothers, created by one of the leading companies in the holistic body care industry. 
Pure, natural and organic-use under the care of a lactation specialist. Not for use during pregnancy.- Breastpumps and Briefcases Audio CD contains valuable information to ease your transition back to work, including how to maintain your milk supply, how to create a pumping schedule, make arrangements with your employer, and store your milk. Shari Criso’s reassuring manner and tips for succeeding with breastfeeding have helped thousands of moms achieve their personal breastfeeding goals.
- Hotslings pouches allow you carry your baby in fabulous style, safety and comfort. So pretty they can be worn to coordinate with your designer suit for the boardroom if your employer allows babies at work! Can be exchanged for a size and print you prefer.
Created by one of the leaders in the industry who also actively writes American safety standards for sling-style baby carriers. - Mother’s Boutique Sweet Embrace Necklace is a gorgeous sterling silver pendant on a leather cord, designed by Judy Masucci, owner of the Mother’s Boutique. It symbolizes the love between a mother and child and represents a breastfeeding mother or any mother holding and loving her child.
- Hadley Stilwell Sleeveless Crossover Shirt is ultra-luxe and stylish, perfect for date night or a meeting with the executive committee. HadleyStilwell designs are meant to be clothes you want to wear - that just happen to accommodate nursing and pumping - and many moms keep them as long-term staples of their wardrobe. Gift certificate so you can choose the color and size.
Breastfeeding with Comfort and Joy Book is a stunning coffee table quality book with evocative photos of breastfeeding and parenting combined with clear, expert guidance on how to start and continue a breastfeeding relationship with ease and prevent and solve any problems.- Sweet Knee Gift Bag includes an adorable, reusable cloth bag filled with deliciously all-natural bubbly soap, oatmeal cookie bath, bun glaze for tender tushies, 3.2 oz rubbit oil for massaging or moisturizing, and a 3.75 oz hulababy bar soap.
Our deepest gratitude to all these great companies that support moms and babies and Best for Babes with their generous donations! Leave a comment below nominating a person you would like to see win a gift basket, and make sure to say which one: “#1-Expecting” or “#2-Working” and why, and jump over and “Like” our facebook page too! Thank you for giving back, and for helping us make sure that the gift goes to someone who could genuinely use it and for whom it would make a difference in achieving their personal breastfeeding goals.
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