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CALL FOR ENTRIES: Little Stinker Brand Ambassador

2012-01-27T12:32:00.001-07:00

Brand Ambassador 2012

“No More Stinky Kids” Campaign

At Little Stinker, we believe in creating a community and having fun. We are looking for though leaders in the baby and toddler blog community. You will launch our “No More Stinky Kids” campaign.

By creating a brand ambassador program we hope to: 1) Spread the word about our products; 2) Create loyal product users; 3) Increase Amazon sales.

It’s not just about doing a blog post or giveaway, it’s about incorporating the brand into your day to day life.

As a Little Stinker Brand Ambassador, you’ll be part of a community of moms like you. As a Brand Ambassador you will have access to an exclusive “The Embassy” Facebook group where you will have insider information on contests and promotions.

You’ll be able to brag to your friends with a spiffy “Little Stinker Ambassador button”. You’ll also get your own fancy business cards to pass out at blogger events and conferences.

If this sounds like something you'd like to be apart of, fill out the information below and send it to Kathy.

Sound like something you’d like to be apart of?

1. Send 2-3 paragraph summary or video why you’d like to be a Little Stinker Brand Ambassador to kathy@littlestinkerusa.com

2. Include your stats (ambassadorship is not determined on stats, we’re interested more about community and readership).

a. Name

b. Email

c. Phone

d. Are you expecting or have recently had a baby?

i. Yes or no

ii. Age of Children

e. Have you been a brand ambassador before?

f. Blog URL

g. Twitter Handle & number of followers

h. Facebook Page & number of followers

i. Press Kit (if you have one)

j. Monthly Page Views

k. Monthly Unique visitors

l. Klout score (if you have one)

m. Alexa score

3. Anything else you feel should be considered

The Sunscreen Smokescreen

2011-07-12T15:32:00.001-06:00

(via Swiss Miss)

See the Environmental Working Group’s assessment for health sunscreens:http://breakingnews.ewg.org/2011sunscreen/

All our data, calculations and references here:
http://www.bit.ly/sunscreensmoke

RESEARCH & DESIGN: DAVID MCCANDLESS
RESEARCH: MIRIAM QUICK
ADDITIONAL RESEARCH: JAMES KEY, PEARL DOUGHTY-WHITE
ADDITIONAL DESIGN: PIERO ZAGAMI, DEREK GUO, JOE SWAINSON
SOURCES: THE BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL, CANCER RESEARCH UK, WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION, PUBMED, NORWEGIAN INSTITUTE FOR AIR RESEARCH, HEALTH CANADA, SKIN CANCER FOUNDATION, NATURE, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY, NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICE, NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE, AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF HEALTH & WELFARE, JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY, AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH, THE ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP, NEW YORK TIMES, WIKIPEDIA.
DATA & RESEARCH: SEE IT ALL HERE: HTTP://WWW.BIT.LY/SUNSCREENSMOKE

Affiliate Program Beta

2011-07-03T10:58:00.003-06:00

Are you looking to earn a little extra money?

Little Stinker would like to support those that love our products by rolling out our Affiliate Program. Right now we are Beta testing the concept and would love to have your feedback.

What kinds of affiliate programs have you used?
What do you like about those programs?
What would make it totally rock?

A Little Stinker Affiliate can offer free shipping to their readers and simply place a button on their blog. This button will have a unique use code that is tied to your account. For every product that someone else buys you can earn between $1.00-$1.50. You might not be able to retire off this but a little extra cash to pay for gas or something fun at Target is always nice!

Email me if you're interested: kathy (at) littlestinkerUSA (dot) com

American Baby Magazine

2011-06-28T10:51:00.004-06:00

Have you seen the July issue of American Baby Magazine? Little Stinker's Cooling Breast Cream is featured on page 15 :)

I love getting the mail, especially when there is a nice surprise like this:

The Cooling Breast Cream was developed to help relieve the discomfort associated with sore and tender breasts.

Perhaps the least talked about topic is how uncomfortable nursing can actually be. Often when your milk first comes in or when trying to ween, engorgement can be a real issue. The heat and and discomfort can sometimes make you feel like you're going to burst. Our naturally-inspired Cooling Breast Cream is formulated with a high concentration of cabbage and just a touch of spearmint oil to help quench that fire.

1 fl oz. / 29 ml
Price: $14.95

Awesome Uses
• Massage cream onto each breast as needed in circular motions.

• Store in the refridgerator between uses for an extra cooling sensation with each use.

Ingredients
Water, Brassica Oleracea Capitata (Cabbage) Leaf Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Water, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Vegetable Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Vegetable Stearic Acid, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Gluconolactone, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate.
*Certified Organic

Breastfeeding 101: Starting solids

2011-05-27T14:09:00.000-06:00

(via Cafe Mom )

The American Academy of Pediatrics and the World Health Organization, to name a couple, all suggest breastfeeding exclusively for at least the first six months of a baby's life. That means no water, formula, or anything else that could mess with the internal flora of baby's sensitive gut.

Eventually, they will start eating solid food called "complementary foods," which aren't there to provide too much for the baby yet, as breast milk is still their MAIN source of nutrition. The WHO says the transition period from breast milk to solids takes place between 6-24 months, meaning this isn't an overnight or quick process -- foods are meant to just be introduced slowly.

But when introducing solids to a breastfed baby, you have tofind a good balance between the solids and breastfeeding, or your supply can take a hit.

Wait until your baby is ready to start solids: some will be ready at 6 months, others aren't yet.Some people think their babies are ready before, but often it's growth spurts or natural curiosity about Mommy's things they're seeing. Babies like to mimic mom and dad, but that doesn't mean their body's ready for food.

If your baby is under 6 months but wants to grab your plate, offer an empty bowl and baby spoon for them to play with (invisible dinner!), or even consider some frozen breast milk in a mesh feeder (great for teething!). Since we can't see into the intestines of every infant to see if the cell lining of the gut has closed up, we have to go by external guidelines.Your baby is ready to start solids if:

They're 6 months old or more.
They can sit up unassisted for a period of time.
They can pick up food and maneuver it into their own mouth.
They no longer have the tongue-thrust reflex where things put in the front of their mouth are pushed out instantly (putting spoons deeper into their mouth can bypass the tongue thrust, but doesn't mean they're ready).
You've accounted for growth spurts (common at 6 months) and baby still shows some signs of hunger.

If you've met all that, then go ahead and NURSE YOUR BABY FIRST (always nurse before offering solids) and then try a simple first food like sweet potatoes or avocado. Rice cereal really isn't necessary. If you're going the baby food route, consider making it yourself so you can find textures your baby likes best, or go the baby-led solids route and let baby start out feeding themselves whole, soft pieces with their hands.

Just like with breastfeeding, respect your baby's signals. If they turn their head away, don't open their mouth, or spit food out, just stop. Don't try to play games to get them to open their mouth so you can push food in. They don't NEED foods yet anyway. All food in the first year is really for learning, so the nutrition still is coming from you. Some babies don't want to start solids until they're closer to their birthday, and that's okay.

More than anything, keep up your nursing, always nurse before offering food, and if baby is eating solids well but nursing less, cut back on solids. The breast milk is much more important to their nutrition at this point, and even into the second year, it provides at least half of the nutrition they need, so you've got plenty of time to allow your baby to go at their own pace. Slow down and enjoy it.

How did you introduce solids to your EBF baby?

Little Stinker natural skin care for baby and mom

2011-04-14T08:43:00.004-06:00

Little Stinker's natural skin care product for baby and mom relieve the pains of smells of parenthood.

Little Stinker™ Baby Butt Spray

The Baby Butt Spray was developed to de-stinkify your little ones while gently moisturizing their little bums.

In fact, your baby will smell so fresh and clean, you’ll probably want to eat them . . . but you know . . . don’t do that! Let Little Stinker be the perfect answer for your poopy prancer.

Little Stinker™ Natural Nursing Balm

Little Stinker Natural Nursing Balm
Modern science continues to discover amazing health benefits associated with breastfeeding. It is considered to be an intuitive and even spiritual connection between mother and child. That being said,why do your “girls” feel like they have been through a scorching meat grinder after feeding your baby? Stop torturing yourself and enjoy breastfeeding again with our all-natural Nursing Balm.

Little Stinker™ Natural Nursing Balm is a safe and effective solution to cracked, dry skin associated with breastfeeding.

Little Stinker™ Cooling Breast Cream
The Cooling Breast Cream was developed to help relieve the discomfort associated with sore and tender breasts.

Perhaps the least talked about topic is how uncomfortable nursing can actually be. Often when your milk first comes in or when trying to ween, engorgement can be a real issue. The heat and and discomfort can sometimes make you feel like you're going to burst. Our naturally-inspired Cooling Breast Cream is formulated with a high concentration of cabbage and just a touch of spearmint oil to help quench that fire.

Diapering Tip

2011-04-13T14:07:00.000-06:00

Do you have a diapering tip or parent advice? Share it with us, we'd love to hear from you!

Here is my little stinker demonstrating how to avoid getting poop in her hair:

Don't be without your Little Stinker

2011-04-12T15:30:00.002-06:00

Thanks Jennifer from Little Buns for posting this video!

We met Jennifer in Las Vegas at the ABC Show and she is super sweet in real life, too!

Get Kathy's Slow Cooker Reciepe over at IS THIS REALLY MY LIFE blog

2011-03-25T09:13:00.001-06:00

Need a quick meal? Check out Kathy's slow cooker tortilla soup recipe over at IS THIS REALLY MY LIFE blog

http://www.isthisreallymylife.com/2011/03/slow-cooker-anyday-chicken-tortilla-soup/

Zion's Bank features Little Stinker on blog

2011-03-23T09:09:00.001-06:00

Little Stinker is featured on the Zion's Bank Blog. You can read the article here:

http://blog.zionsbank.com/community/community-business-spotlight-little-stinker/

Winter Skin Care Tips

2010-12-15T12:33:00.001-07:00

During the cold winter months, you might notice that your children gain a “rosy” glow to their faces. The same winter conditions that cause the rosy hue can also bring more serious skin issues, including uncomfortable dryness to their hands, face, and feet. Some adults and children may get skin so dry; it results in flaking or cracking.

In reality, it isn’t just the cold outside that is causing the problem. As soon as you turn homes heating system on, the skin starts to dry out – regardless of how you heat your home (e.g. oil, wood, electricity, gas). So how do you keep you and your children’s skin healthy during the winter? Below are a few simple tricks to keeping skin feeling soft and healthy when it’s cold outside:

Keep hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. The skin cannot repair itself properly if the body is dehydrated.
Consider a humidifier. Adding moisture back to the air is a good way to keep skin from drying. Good humidifiers can be purchased at any major retailer.
Use a natural oil-based moisturizer. This will help protect your skin from moisture loss, by creating a barrier. When choosing a moisturizer that will be applied to your face, look for one that contains non-clogging oils, such as avocado, sweet almond, jojoba, or primrose oil. Also look for one that contains humectants, such as glycerin.
Use sunscreen. Just because the summer is over, don’t say goodbye to your sunscreen. Before leaving your house, apply a sunscreen with at least a SPF of 15. Also, try to choose a product that combines a sunscreen with a moisturizer.
Wear gloves. Choose a quality pair made of materials that do not irritate the skin. If you or your children are allergic to wool, a cotton mitten can be worn underneath. Not only will it keep your hands warm, it also protects them from the harsh elements.
Proper nutrition. Foods rich in omega fatty acids are not just good for your skin, but provide other healthy benefits. Antioxidants, found in fruits and vegetables are also great for skin health.
Don’t lick your lips. I know it’s tempting, but you’ll only chap your lips even more. Keep a lip balm in your purse or diaper bag and apply it as necessary. The Little Stinker™ Natural Nursing Balm is also great for chapped, dry lips.

By following the simple suggestions noted above, you and your kids can spend more time enjoying the winter holidays and less time suffering the effects of dry, chapped skin.

The "Take 10, Tell 10, Shift 10" Campaign

2010-11-24T15:17:00.001-07:00

During Buy Local First Week, November 26-December 4th, 2010, Local First Utah is kicking off the "Take 10, Tell 10, Shift 10" campaign to encourage shoppers to patronize local businesses this holiday season. The three-faceted campaign works like this:

1. Take 10 - Take 10 minutes to educate yourself on the value of shopping locally. For starters, check out the Top Ten Reasons to Shop Locally in this E-News. When you're thirsty for more, visitwww.localfirst.org for many more informative articles.

2. Tell 10 - Go viral! Tell at least ten of your friends, family members, co-workers or neighbors about what you've learned in regard to shopping locally. Get on Facebook or Twitter, and encourage others to both educate themselves and spread the word.

3. Shift 10 - Here's where the rubber hits the road. After all that you've learned, and what you've shared with the people around you, we ask you to make the "Local Gift Shift." We encourage you to spend at least 10 percent of your holiday shopping budget at local, independent businesses. Already a committed local shopper? Then we encourage you to shift an additional 10 percent of your holiday shopping to local stores. Every dollar counts, and every dollar makes a difference in our community!

In addition to the Take 10, Tell 10, Shift 10 Campaign, the five neighborhood business district of Salt Lake City have joined with Local First offering special discounts to local shoppers. Keep an eye out while you're shopping at the participating businesses of 15th &15th, 9th & 9th, Sugarhouse, Broadway and the West Side, for our Take 10, Tell 10, Shift 10 promotional materials.

Buy Local First Week Calendar of Events

Buy Local First Week kicks into gear on November 26th, the day following Thanksgiving, which is traditionally the busiest shopping season of the year. As the holiday season unfolds, take some time to visit these local, independent retailers, and participate in their events during Buy Local First Week.

Friday, November 26th

The Old World Christmas Market launches on Friday, November 26th, and will run through December 4th. The Market, which is held at the Union Pacific Depot at The Gateway (400 W. South Temple) is modeled after the Christmas markets of Europe. Visitors can shop for unique, handmade items by local artisans for holiday gift giving. There will be food vendors offering traditional German and Italian flavors of the season including baked goods, candied nuts, spiced cider and hot chocolate. The market is open from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and is closed on Sundays.

Saturday, November 27th

American Express is sponosoring Small Business Saturday. As part of its commitment to supporting small businesses, American Express will give you a $25 statement credit when you make a purchase at your favorite local stores and restaurants on Small Business Saturday. Enroll and use your registered American Express Card. Visit www.americanexpress.com for more details.

Wednesday, December 1

Wasatch Hollow Community Council will host a neighborhood social and pot luck at the 15th Street Gallery, starting at 7 p.m. Local vendors will speak regarding both the history of, and the future vision for, the 15th & 15th neighborhood. For those eager to implement their goal of an additional 10 percent shift in their holiday spending to local business, the 15th Street Gallery, the King’s English Bookshop and the new Caputo’s on 15th will be offering discounts on all purchases made during the evening. For more information, contact Ronda Landa of ICON Design at 801-631-8150 orrondalanda@icondsgn.com.

Thursday, December 2

Don't miss The King's English Bookshop's Annual Holiday Party from 5-7 p.m, featuring authors, beverages and hors d'oeuvres! Add an additional 10% to the 10% discount for Buy Local First Week to get 20% off purchases. Many favorite local authors will be on hand to sign copies of their books, including Matthew Kirby, Ann Cannon, Kristin Chandler, Gerald Elias, Ann Torrence, Jacob Paul, Sarah DeFord Williams, and more! Call 801-484-9100 or visit www.kingsenglish.com for more information.

Tea and Fashion Benefit at Beehive Tearoom located at 12 West Broadway. For more information, visit the Tearoom's Web site.

“Fall into Winter” the Design by Diamond Winter Line Release party will be held at The Holding Company Loft at 600 South 35 East, starting at 6 p.m. “Fall into Winter,” is an evening to exhibit art of all kinds, with a special focus on the wearable art produced by Design by Diamond owner and artist, Nick D’Amico. The night will merge the visual with the audible, featuring the photography of Kaylee Evenson and Mikey Kunde , and the music of Hayden Henderson, Matt Lee and Steele Croswhite. The central focus of the evening is the debut of the 2010 Winter Line of Design by Diamond.

Friday, December 3

The Cache Valley Winter Market in Logan shows the work of local artisans. With very strict requirements for admission, the show is a wonderful place to see and purchase some of the finest artisan wares available in Northern Utah. Visit the Ellen Eccles Theater at 45 South Main Street, starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, and continuing through the day on Saturday December 4th.

Saturday, December 4

Stop by The King's English Bookshop at 2 p.m. to celebrate the November 30th publication of "Matched" by Ally Condie. Condie, one of our talented local authors, will read from and sign her new novel for young adults--the first in a highly anticipated trilogy--about Cassia, a 17-year-old girl who's spent her life waiting to learn who "The Society" will select as her ideal mate, only to find herself falling in love with someone else. To arrange an interview, contact Allison Verost at 212-414-3442 orAllison.Verost@us.penguingroup.com.

How to prepare for breastfeeding

2010-11-08T18:20:00.001-07:00

* I found this article on my iPhone app from Baby Center and thought I'd share it with you!

Learn as much as you can about breastfeeding even before your baby's born. Talk to nursing moms, read articles to familiarize yourself, and consider calling your local La Leche League International chapter or taking a breastfeeding class (offered by most hospitals) some time in your last trimester. The more you know about how to get started and the benefits of nursing, the better.

Whether you think about it or not, your pregnant body is preparing itself for breastfeeding. That's one reason your breasts get so much bigger during pregnancy – your milk ducts and milk-producing cells are developing, and more blood goes to your breasts than before. (Learn more about how your breasts produce milk.)

But breast size has nothing to do with your ability to nurse successfully: For example, it's not true that smaller-breasted women make less breast milk.

Do I need to toughen my nipples?

No, says Kathleen Huggins, author ofThe Nursing Mother's Companion. The hormonal changes pregnancy brings to your breasts are sufficient preparation for most women. Don't rub or scrub your nipples – this will only hurt you and make breastfeeding difficult. Teaching your baby the right way to latch on to your breast from the beginning is the most effective way to prevent soreness.

What products should I buy?

These products aren't required, by any means, but they can make breastfeeding more comfortable and convenient:

Nursing bras: These bras are comfortable and provide the extra support your larger-than-usual breasts need. They come with flaps that you can easily undo at feeding time.

You may want to wait until the last weeks of pregnancy to shop for nursing bras, when your breasts will be closest to their postpartum size. That said, once your milk comes in your breasts will be bigger. They may even grow another size or two! So keep that in mind when buying nursing bras, and when shopping in person look for a salesperson who's knowledgeable about fitting. (You can wait until after you give birth to make this purchase, but in the early days after delivery you probably won't have the time or energy to go bra shopping.)

Nursing tops and camisoles: These tops have convenient flaps that allow you to breastfeed easily and discreetly. Some of the camisoles are very supportive and can function as a bra and top in one.

Nursing pillows: Specially designed to support your baby while you're nursing, these can help you avoid straining your shoulders or neck during feeding sessions. They're more convenient – and better at keeping your baby in position – than regular pillows.

Breast pads: It's normal for your breasts to leak while you're nursing. Another baby's cry or the sight of an infant can also bring on a gush of milk when you least expect it. Disposable breast pads (or reusable, washable ones) will keep you and your shirts nice and dry.

A breast pump: Even if you're not planning to pump regularly, a breast pump can be a useful tool – to help relieve engorgement, for example. Find out more about buying a breast pump.

Other breastfeeding accessories:Lanolin ointment (available in many drugstores) can help relieve sore nipples. And hot/cold gel packs, which fit inside your bra, can soothe swollen or sore breasts.

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Little Stinker Takes the ‘Un’ out of the Unpleasant Moments of Parenthood

2010-10-19T16:20:00.002-06:00

Little Stinker Takes the ‘Un’ out of the Unpleasant Moments of Parenthood

The Blueberry Project combats the toils of raising kids so parents can focus on the joys of parenting

Salt Lake City, UT ( October 1, 2010)-‐-‐Parents who are all too familiar with the displeasure of changing odorous diapers, or have struggled through painful breastfeeding or weaning can find
relief with all-‐natural products launched by The Blueberry Project: Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray, Little Stinker Natural Nursing Balm and Little Stinker Cooling Breast Cream.

Created by parenting trio, Kathy Dalton, Brick Despain and Travis Mackay, The Blueberry Project was founded in 2009 to create products that make child-‐rearing a better experience. “Let’s face it, raising kids is hard,” shared Brick Despain. “We want to create products that allow
parents to focus on how cool their kids are, rather than the pains and smells of parenthood!”

Little Stinker Butt Spray provides parents with sensory relief during smelly diaper changes while offering a natural, organic product that benefits baby’s skin. Parents can spray the air before changing a diaper to keep odors at bay. The spray may also be used on baby’s bottom after a diaper change to moisturize and protect delicate skin. “There is nothing worse than the
smell after a diaper change. This is a product parents can appreciate,” stated co-‐founder, Travis
Mackay.

Little Stinker Natural Nursing Balm is formulated from Shea, cocoa and mango, with olive
and rice bran oils to keep nipples soft, healthy and supple during breastfeeding. Balm may be applied liberally after each feeding and does not have to be washed off before nursing. "Breastfeeding is so important to many moms and the ideal way to feed your baby, but nobody really talks about how painful it can be.” Kathy Dalton shared. “With Little Stinker Natural Nursing Balm, we help soothe and calm those sensitive areas with all natural botanicals.”

Little Stinker Cooling Breast Cream helps ease the pain and discomfort of breast engorgement by quickly soothing and cooling breast tissue. Cabbage and spearmint extracts cool
skin on contact. The Blueberry Project encourages use during the initial postpartum period, during weaning or anytime breasts become engorged. Little Stinker products are made in the USA or natural and certified organic ingredients. The company strives for earth, and baby, friendly practices.

The Little Stinker line may be viewed online at http://www.littlestinkerusa.com.
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Little Stinker™ Launches New Product at ABC Kids Expo Show in Las Vegas

2010-10-10T00:48:00.001-06:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Little Stinker™ Launches New Product at ABC Kids Expo Show in Las Vegas

The Utah-Based Company Introduces Cooling Cream for Nursing Mothers

Salt Lake City, UT (October 7, 2010) – Little Stinker™ (www.littlestinkerusa.com), a Utah-based company known for its Baby Butt Spray and Natural Nursing Balm, announces the addition of the Cooling Breast Cream to the company’s list of products. The Cooling Breast Cream will be launched at the ABC Kids Expo Show in Las Vegas on October 10, 2010.

The Cooling Breast Cream is made from natural ingredients, and can be used during initial postpartum or as an adjunct for weaning and suppression. The product is formulated with spearmint oil and cabbage to cool skin on contact and provide relief for engorged breasts.

“We developed the Cooling Breast Cream because we know how important nursing is to mothers, but we also know how painful it can be,” said Kathy Dalton, Chief Marketing Officer of Little Stinker™. “Our mission at Little Stinker™ is, and always will be, to take the ‘un’ out of ‘un-pleasant’ when it comes to parenting.”

The founders of Little Stinker™ will be representing their baby and nursing products at the ABC Kids Expo in Las Vegas October 10-13. The ABC Kids Expo is the premier juvenile products specialty trade show in the nation that focuses on promoting the children’s products industry by providing a place for retailers to create partnerships with children’s product manufacturers.

All Littler Stinker™ products can be purchased from the company website. www.littlestinkerusa.com

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Additional Resources:

About Little Stinker http://www.littlestinkerusa.com/about.html

About ABC Kids Expo Trade Show http://www.theabcshow.com/about.asp

Little Stinker Cooling Cream - Article

2010-10-10T00:30:00.000-06:00

What causes breast engorgement and how can it be managed?

Breast engorgement commonly occurs during the first few days after birth, when milk first comes into the breast. When this happens, more blood and fluid flows to the breast and surrounding area causing them to swell. Most women will experience a mild to moderate feeling of breast warmth and heaviness during this process, which is completely normal. However, some women experience true engorgement and find that their breasts have grown rather large, hard, warm, painful, and even lumpy to the touch.

Fortunately, a few days after your milk comes in, your milk supply should naturally adjust to fit your baby’s needs. You can expect relief from the first “normal” engorgement within 24 hours (or a few days if you are not breastfeeding). If these symptoms do not disappear within a few days, or if your breasts do not soften after feeding – home treatment should be initiated.

If you should find that home treatment is necessary – keep in mind that engorgement is very normal and is actually a positive sign. Engorgement simply means that your breasts are realizing their intended purpose and are producing milk to feed your child. And once you get through the initial engorgement, you’ll be able to fully enjoy the unique bond that can be shared between you and your baby. Below are a few tips to help along the way:

Nurse frequently (every two to three hours) – even if you must wake your baby. This is important because unrelieved breast engorgement can cause a permanent reduction in milk production. Try to get one side as soft as possible. If your baby is satisfied after the first breast, you can offer the other at the next feeding.
Wear a supportive nursing bra, even at night. However, make sure it isn’t too tight.
Avoid pumping milk except when you must soften the areola (the dark area around your nipple) or when your baby is unable to latch. Excessive pumping of milk will lead to an overproduction of milk and continual issues with engorgement.
Avoid having your baby latch when the areola is very hard or firm. To reduce the potential for nipple damage, and to help your baby latch – manually express or pump milk until the areola becomes soft. It might be easier to manually express milk in the shower as the warm water may cause enough leakage to soften the areola.
To reduce pain and swelling, take ibuprofen or acetaminophen, in accordance with your healthcare provider’s advice.

If your breasts are still uncomfortable after feeding, apply a cool compress for a short period of time. When used in conjunction with a cool compress, refrigerated Little Stinker™ Cooling Breast Cream will provide additional cooling benefits.
If you are not breast-feeding, avoid stimulating the nipples and do not apply heat to the breasts – unless it is only to help soften the areola. Heating of the breast may make the condition worse.
The application of fresh cabbage leaves to the breast has been used traditionally to help relieve discomfort associated with breast engorgement. To do this, strip the main vein from two large, outer leaves and cut a hole in each one for your nipple. Rinse and dry them before placing them on your breasts or into the cups of your bra. As an alternative, the Little Stinker Cooling Breast Cream has been formulated with a high concentration of cabbage leaf extract, which can be gently massaged into each breast.

Check out our booth at the ABC Kids Show

2010-10-09T15:16:00.003-06:00

Here's a quick shot of our booth at the ABC Kids Expo #4927

ABC Kids Expo - Little Stinker to exhibit

2010-10-09T12:36:00.005-06:00

The moment is here that we have prepared for over a year and a half for. Little Stinker will exhibit at the ABC Kids Expo 10-10-10 to 10 -13-10.

This is the 8th annual ABC Kids Show. The trade show is one of the biggest in the industry and is well respected. There are thousands of exhibitors and is a buyer only show.

We will be at booth #4927 exhibit Little Stinker and are excite to announce a new product launch tomorrow, so stay tuned!

Wasatch Woman picks our baby butt spray

2010-09-22T18:02:00.000-06:00

iPod Contest Winner Announcement!

2010-08-31T21:45:00.002-06:00

Hello Folks,

Well it has certainly been a busy few weeks over here at Little Stinker. Lots of fun stuff happening that I am dying to share with you, but it will have to wait for another day. In the meantime however, I can finally announce the winner of our Summer Fun promotion. The winner will have her choice of either an iPod Touch or an Apple Gift Certificate of equal value that she can use for any Apple product (though I highly recommend the iPhone if you are on AT&T).

We had several entries and it was fun to see all the tweets and Facebook posts you guys placed to help promote the contest. A bit huge THANKS! to all who participated. The winner was chosen using Random.org to pick a random number among all the contest entries.

So without further ado, the winner is:

Nikole Holt!!

Woohoo! We will contact Nikole directly, but in the meantime, if you see this post first Nikole, be sure to email us your choice of prize and we'll have it shipped out to you right away.

Thanks again for playing guys. We had so much fun with this contest, don't be surprised if we do a few more before the end of the year, so. . . stay tuned :D.

-Brick

Product Release: Introducing Little Stinker™ Natural Nursing Balm

2010-08-09T09:39:00.003-06:00

Salt Lake City, August 9, 2010 -- Less than six months after the initial release of Little Stinker™ Baby Butt Spray and in honor of National Breastfeeding Week, The Blueberry Project announced the launch of their latest product designed to help combat the pains of parenthood-- Little Stinker™ Natural Nursing Balm.

Little Stinker Natural Nursing Balm is 100% natural and helps soothe sore and cracked nipples after breastfeeding. One of the key benefits of the balm is there is no need to wash or wipe off before the next feeding, which avoids unnecessary irritation.

"We are taking the 'un' out of 'unpleasant,'" said Kathy Dalton, Chief Marketing Officer of The Blueberry Project. "Breastfeeding is so important to many moms and the ideal way to feed your baby, but nobody really talks about how painful it can be. With Little Stinker Natural Nursing Balm, we help soothe and calm those sensitive areas with all natural botanicals, such as shea, cocoa, and mango butters."

Three Salt Lake City parents who wanted to provide baby and mommy-care products that were both safe and effective founded The Blueberry Project.

“Lets face it, kids are hard,” said Brick Despain, Chief Executive Officer of The Blueberry Project. “But they are totally worth it. We want to give parents products that allow them to focus on how cool their kids are rather than the pains and smells of parenthood.”

On a mission to make your child rearing experience more pleasant, The Blueberry Project developed the Little Stinker Natural Nursing Balm with ingredients that are both natural and completely edible, so you know your child is in good hands. Dalton said, "We strive to incorporate safe natural and organic materials in our products, and use recyclable packaging. We believe in doing everything we can to protect the earth and reduce our carbon footprint. We have even chosen a local manufacturer close to our home office to avoid unnecessary shipping and less green house gases."

This product is proudly made in the United States of America.

To learn more about Little Stinker Natural Nursing Balm and other Blueberry Project products please visit www.littlestinkerusa.com.

Summer Fun Contest: Win a FREE iPhone 4 or an iPod Touch!

2010-07-26T12:34:00.009-06:00

Its getting pretty hot outside and as August approaches, its probably only going to get hotter. Don't get me wrong. I love the summer. I love being outside playing with my boys. But the end of July means that summer is quickly coming to an end. Soon the boys will be back at school and sometimes the heat really gets me down because it's TOO hot to play outside with the kids. Not to mention its time to start getting organized and begin the lovely task of "Back to School" shopping

So to cheer me up a bit and to help out with your organizational needs, we at Little Stinker have decided to hold a most awesome contest. Here's how it goes.

Contest Entries:1.) Place an order for your bottle of Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray in the next four weeks and you will be entered in a chance to win either an iPod touch or an Apple Gift certificate of equal value (in case you've had your eye on that new iPhone 4 . . . I know I have . . .). Easy right? But it gets better.

2.) You will get an entry for every bottle you order- not per transaction. 10 bottles = 10 entries. But wait. There's more!

3.) Followers of the blog get an extra entry into the contest. But wait. There's still more! :D

4.) Blog posts, tweets, facebook status updates that help promote the contest to your friends will get you another bonus entry. . . in fact, we'll even give you a bonus entry for each! Just post a comment here with links to show what you did. That gives you a chance of being entered at least 5 times for one bottle of Baby Butt Spray.

Ok. You can stop waiting now. Go! Buy! Share! Have fun!

The Details:
Purchase of the Little Stinker Baby Butt spray qualifies you as a contest entrant. All other entries are additional entries. Contest entries will be accepted from today, July 26th until midnight MST August 23rd. The prize is your choice of a new iPod Touch or an Apple gift certificate of equal value that can be used for an Apple product-- but I highly recommend an iPhone if you don't go for the iPod. It's like my second brain! Each entry will be assigned a number and winners will be chosen by the Random.org number generator. Winners will be announced August 24th here on the blog.

*Update 8-6-10* With the release of our latest product--Little Stinker Natural Nursing Balm--on August 6th, purchases of the Nursing Balm will also count toward a contest entry. So, yippee! More chances to win! :D

-Brick

Croc Sneakers

2010-07-16T15:03:00.000-06:00

Crocs just came out with a sneaker ! How darling are these?

I ordered them as soon as I saw it on MomFinds.com

Do you like these?
- K

Designer Diapers

2010-07-15T14:52:00.005-06:00

Check out these designer diapers from Pampers.

Kind of makes me want to let the kiddo run around with just his diaper on, what do you think?

- K

Love this comment on Facebook from a friend that makes darling cloth diapers:

Coverplay

2010-07-14T18:01:00.003-06:00

I met Amy Feldman and Allison Costa at the big kids expo the ABC Kids Show last year. After seeing them on the Shark Tank, I felt like I was meeting celebrities.

But what struck me is how sweet and down to earth they are.

Starting a new business is a big scary step and it was refreshing to talk to two gals who had done it and were so supportive of Little Stinker™ and our dream.

Love hearing other success stories. Check out their video.

Contest: Share your potty training story

2010-07-06T17:43:00.003-06:00

Adventures in parenting come with some embarrassing (and funny) moments. Wouldn't you agree?

For the past few months I have been potty training my 2 1/2 year old boy. It's been a pretty positive experience, working for stinkers and earning prizes. But no one told me that potty training while pregnant might just set of a series of gag reflexes I didn't know I had. Not to mention that I have now been peed and pooped on by my toddler.

The Little Stinker family thought it would be fun to reward the funniest potty training story with a gift certificate for $10 to Target. (That way mom can go buy something fun for herself ;)

Submit your story in the comments section and we'll pick a winner on July 26.

- Kathy

Baby Tracker

2010-07-02T16:10:00.002-06:00

I found this cool baby tracker on the Mommies Gotta Have It blog and found out I'm due the day after my online friend. Small world, huh?

Anyway, I thought I'd share this tool with you from BabyStrology.com they have some other fun tools on there.

Not that you all really care what my fetus looks like, but I thought I'd share it anyway. I'm proud. What can I say?

More 4th of July Activities

2010-07-02T15:37:00.006-06:00

Had to share these cute FREE Printables from the Hostest Blog (super cute blog!)

4th of July

2010-07-02T15:29:00.003-06:00

What family traditions do you share on the Fourth of July?

I'll be heading to Park City to watch rugby with my hubby. We'll probably BBQ, too.

I don't know about you, but I'm always looking for fun activities to do with my 2 year old. These firework pens from FAMILY FUN (dot) com are fun and pretty easy to assemble.

Fireworks Pens

Celebrate the Fourth of July with these festive writing instruments

Total Time Needed:: 30 Minutes or less

Modern John Hancocks will enjoy signing their important documents with these jangly pens, whose starry arms are reminiscent of bursting fireworks.

Materials

Wired star garland in various colors (available at craft and party stores)
Duct tape

Pen
Small jingle bells

Instructions

For each, cut the wired star garland into nine pieces, each 6 to 8 inches long.
Trim the tinsel stars from the last inch of each piece. Line up the trimmed ends on the sticky side of a 1-1/2-inch length of duct tape. Leave 1/2 inch of tape free on each side, as shown.
Wrap the tape around the top of a pen. Slide small jingle bells onto the ends of the garland lengths, bending the tips around the bell loops to secure them. Splay the garland to resemble exploding fireworks.

Gift with purchase

2010-06-28T15:55:00.004-06:00

Hello Friends!

Don't you love summer?

Going to the pool, hanging out with friends and adventures to new places.

My only problem is that I never have arms to carry it all. I found the perfect bag and wanted to pass it along to the first dozen people that purchase Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray (there is even a super cute compartment to stash your butt spray).

Just place your purchase like normal and I'll be sure to send you your very own sassy bag!

xoxo,
Kathy

The Karate...er Kung Fu Kid

2010-06-18T15:34:00.004-06:00

Last weekend we were supposed to head up to Lagoon (our local mini-theme park) for the day, but the weather ended up being horrible. Alas, we were left with nothing to do, but had promised the boys we were going to have a really fun Saturday. Luckily we were wise enough not to mention to them how it was going to be fun. A trick we have learned from experience.

There we were, two young boys under the age of 8, a full day of gloomy weather... duh! Lets go to a movie!

Ok. So I'm one of those types that actually really enjoys kids movies (most of the time... in small doses) and I was pretty excited about going to see the recent remake of The Karate Kid. The original trilogy was a big part of my growing up and why I still, to this day, pretend that I know Karate when playing with the boys. In fact, I'm hard pressed to go a week without some Mr. Miyagi reference (he was the man!). I was excited to share that same love of total awesomeness/geekiness with my two young boys.

But here's the problem: Why did they still call it The Karate Kid?

Granted, when my wife and I watched the original (that same day) later, we realized that probably 75% of the script was practically ver batum, but even the movie itself makes a clear distinction that what they are doing is Kung Fu... NOT Karate. Come on. Its a new generation. Call it what it is.

Aside from my obvious pettyiness and inane need to label the martial arts appropriately, I very much enjoyed the movie, as did Kid Z and Kid A. They came out excited and pretending to fight and do the awesomely cool moves they had just seen on the big screen.

We have always wanted to sign the boys up for either Karate or Kung Fu... but now they are actually interested :D. Now if only it wasn't so expensive.

Anyway, I love the movies and I love being able to take my kids to see them too. Now that this weekend is supposed to be beautiful, we may try Lagoon again. But I'm also hoping to maybe squeeze in Toy Story 3. What are your plans this weekend?

-Brick

Enjoy the moment

2010-05-10T11:35:00.001-06:00

Great video on relaxing and enjoying the moment.

http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=591382213499&ref=nf

If Moms Earned a Salary, How Much Would They Make?

2010-05-09T14:00:00.001-06:00

If Moms Earned a Salary, How Much Would They Make?

Filed under: Salary & Benefits, Just for Fun Print Article

Posted May 9th 2010 7:16AM

By Barbara Safani

With Mother's Day upon us, I've been thinking about the "Mom job" and how many different jobs it really is. Can you imagine if moms got paid for all they do? Obviously moms don't take the job for the money, but it does make you wonder what their earning potential would be if they were actually compensated financially for all they do.

Here is a list of all the jobs moms do and their corresponding salaries according to Payscale:

#	Job Title	Hourly	Annual
1	Daycare teacher	$9.94	$26,600
2	Restaurant cook	$10.52	$28,900
3	Medical assistant	$13.84	$30,200
4	Tutor	$16.74	$35,000
5	Van driver	$10.48	$28,300
6	(Mental Health) Counselor	$19.00	$44,700
7	Housekeeper	$11.05	$29,000
8	Sr. administrative assistant	$17.56	$43,900
9	Event coordinator	$16.40	$45,500
10	Drug counselor	$18.18	$39,800
11	Writer (notes, letters)	$19.06	$51,939
12	DJ	$27.41	$42,700
13	Career counselor	$18.19	$50,300

That adds up to over $500,000 a year, a nice little chunk of change! And I've even got a few of my own jobs to add:

Referee -- for all that sibling rivalry

Child advocate -- to deal with the abundances of injustices in most school systems

Costume designer -- think of all those school plays

Editor -- how many of your kid's research papers have you had to read?

Fundraiser -- schools always need people to help them raise money

Tour guide -- what mom among us hasn't chaperoned a class trip?

Entertainer -- moms know this one needs no explanation

The list goes on and on. The reality, however, is that women don't get paid a dime for parenting and society tends to value paid work over non-paid work. And even though moms who work outside the home may "outsource" some of these jobs, they still have to squeeze most of these duties into the evenings, weekends and days off.

So what's my point? It's that we all need to thank all the stay-at-home moms and working moms -- not just on Sunday but every day. And, although there's no salary, bonus or service awards, for many moms the "benefits package" makes it all worth it. Happy Mother's Day!

Happy Mother's Day

2010-05-07T15:47:00.001-06:00

Babies The Movie

2010-05-05T16:51:00.001-06:00

My sister in-law was telling me about this movie "Babies The Movie" and was excited to watch the trailer with my son.

Arriving in theaters Mother’s Day Weekend (May 7), this visually stunning movie simultaneously follows four babies around the world-from first breath to first steps. From Mongolia to Namibia to San Francisco to Tokyo, BABIES joyfully captures on film the earliest stages of the journey of humanity that are at once unique and universal to us all. There are about a billion babies in the world. And Pampers is committed to doing everything we can to support babies on their unique journey of development—caring for their health and happiness, their moms and their world.

Virtual Baby Shower

2010-05-03T09:08:00.000-06:00

How do you throw a baby shower for a sister in-law across the country? Host a virtual baby shower.

My brother in-law, along with help from MarthaStewart.com hosted a virtual baby shower for his wife.

Here's what he did:

1. Sent out email to family requesting letters

2. Ordered fun supplies from MarthaStewart.com

Here is a sample of the email he sent out:

Dear Friends and Family,

The past 38 weeks have passed by so quickly and though we have been so far away from most of you, we have felt your support throughout pregnancy #3! Thank you all for being so thoughtful and supportive!

We are now entering the "Final Countdown" - a mere 8 days away! As many of you know, the last few days after a long pregnancy can be some of the most trying days for an expecting mother - and so I would like to invite you to participate in a "virtual" baby shower!

So what is a "virtual" baby shower? And how can you participate? To answer these questions, let me first "paint the picture" for you:

On Saturday A will receive a visitor (son #2) at the front door with an invitation in hand - inviting her to a special baby shower. She will be given a blindfold to place over her eyes and will be led into the back yard where son #1, Dad, and marthastewart.com have decorated the patio with balloons, streamers, flowers, etc. The table will be filled with A's favorite treats (that she has been deprived of due to her gestational diabetes) and her favorite lunchtime menu.

On the center of the table will be a gift for her to open - and this is where YOU come in:

Please respond to this email over the next few days (no later than Thursday evening) with a personalized letter or note to A. Help her to feel as though you are present with us through your words. She is so excited for the arrival of Baby Boy #3. Help us to celebrate this momentous occasion with all of you! Your words of encouragement, love and support will be a gift that will last forever!

I will transfer your letter/note to an individualized card - which she will discover when she opens the gift on the table.

For those of you who, in addition to the letter/note, would also like to Skype in on Saturday, I will have our laptop and webcam ready to receive your calls throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday Also, please feel free to call, text, or leave a message.

With your help and involvement, this will be a very special "virtual" baby shower for A!

Love,

Dalton Family

- Kathy

First Thing's First

2010-04-27T12:18:00.008-06:00

This year has marked a lot of firsts for me and my family. My wife had her first official book signing. Kid Z lost his first tooth. This was the first time I've launched a new company (:D) and attended an expo as a vendor. It was also our first year we owed taxes instead of getting a refund (blerg). And many more. Some good, some not great. But one in particular happened this last Monday, and it was a monumental experience for my wife and I. Our youngest, Kid A, officially became a little boy. He is no longer our little stinker that helped us invent the baby butt spray and would run around the house telling everyone to "smell my butt!" after spraying him with the several test samples as we perfected the formula (he loved being our guinea pig). He's growing up and Bree and I got a little emotional about it. Maybe its a little silly, but this experience made us reflect on our lives, our children and realize how blessed we are. It made us nostalgic for all the fun times we've had so far with our boys, but also excited for their future and how awesome they are bound to be.

So what was this groundbreaking, monumental, and time altering rite of passage that Kid A experienced?

His first SOLO bike ride.

Take a look at a little video of it I was able to capture on my phone. (Sorry about the sound quality. I apparently had my finger over the microphone as I was jogging to keep up with him)

After a an hour or so of riding around the cul-de-sac, Kid A also experienced his first crash. I was so proud of him because he just got right back up, brushed himself off, smiled at me and got back on the bike. I hope he does that whenever he falls-- on the bike or in life. As a side note: we found when we were done that the boys had that not-so-pleasant-I-can't-sweat-yet little boy smell. Good news! We found a new use for Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray :P

Here's to all the many firsts in life and the many more to come, because with life's experiences come wisdom, strength, and happiness.

-Brick

Disnyland Deals

2010-04-26T15:01:00.003-06:00

The day my son was born my father wanted us all to go to Disneyland. The idea was to go for his birthday on 10-10-10. So after almost 2 years we've started planning the trip for the Fall and wanted to share some great tips I found from Freebies2Deals.

Local Utah Mama Melea started Freebies 2 Deals as a way to share her money saving tips. She has over 3,500 Facebook fans (well, Facebook "likes") and is growing in popularity.

Read this article she wrote on how Disneyland is Affordable for Everyone

Then watch these three awesome videos (it will make you want to pack your bags and leave tomorrow!)
Video 1:

Video 2:

Costco also sells the Southern California Pass for three days to Disneyland, San Diego Zoo, Sea World for $249 or you can do a Four Day Disneyland trip for $159. A great deal when on ticket costs $79.

I hope these excellent tips will help you plan your next trip to Disneyland!

- Kathy

Keep Calm and Carry On

2010-04-26T09:01:00.003-06:00

"Keep Calm and Carry On was a propaganda poster produced by the British government in 1939 during the beginning of World War II, but never used. It was rediscovered in 2000 and has been re-issued by a number of private sector companies, and used as the decorative theme for a range of other products" (Wikipedia).

I purchased this print for my home right after I made the transition from working full-time in a corporate office to being home full-time and running a business from home.

It serves as a reminder to take a deep breath and relax, it's all going to work out.

These prints can be purchased a number of places, I found my on ETSY. There are posters, jewelry and even pillows.

I hate you mom

2010-04-25T14:44:00.003-06:00

This was taken from Wasatch Woman Magazine March/April 2010 issue.

Do you ever find yourself at a loss for words in a sticky situation? Read on to get answers from relationship expert Julie de Azevedo Hanks, MSW, LCSW director of Wasatch Family Therapy.

Q: What is the best way to handle when my preschooler says, "I hate you Mommy!" It breaks my heart to think that she hates me.

A: Most moms hear those words as a normal part of parenting, and it hurts. Your daughter is feeling intense emotion and has limited ways to express herself. Instead of believing her words, listen to the underlying emotion that she's trying to express and reflect that back to her. Try something like, "Wow, you're really mad at me. You want to go play outside and I said you can't play because it's nap time. You really want to play." What she needs from you is help to learn how to identify and manage her feelings. Providing your child with the words to say to you and then having her repeat them back to you will help her to better understand her own feelings (while helping you salvage your own).

Favorite Phrases:
- When you want someone to change their behavior try, "It would mean a lot to me if..."
- When someone asks you about another person's personal life try, "That's a good question to ask her."
- When your child is expressing anger to you try, "Wow, you're really mad at me."

Expo

2010-04-19T21:57:00.016-06:00

The Little Stinker team was at the What a Woman Wants Show this past weekend and we had a blast!

When we got there, both Brick and I were a little surprised by the size of the booth we had (as in, it was very very small). Luckily we ended up next to a really nice couple of ladies that own Swanki Hats. It was fun talking with them and working side by side with people that are so cool because we were very very close :D. They also had some super cute hats and brought in a lot of traffic.

We had some very funny moments where people actually wanted us to spray the product on their bum and even got one lady to chase around her friend trying to spray him with Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray. Classic. Just wish we'd gotten a picture of that.

We got some great feedback from the attendees regarding the fragrance and how much they enjoyed the scent. Not too strong- but effective. And it was fun to see all the "look n' laughs" from passers-by.

Thanks to our darling sales rep Jen Paxton for being a trooper and a total rock start. She dove right in and was excited to tell people about the awesomeness that is Baby Butt Spray. She had a great sense of humor and kept people laughing and interested. We couldn't have done it without you.

We also had guest author of The Dark Divine, Bree Despain, there signing books. (She is Brick's wife and yes, he calls himself a trophy husband). She was a hoot and it was great to see so many teens go fan girl over her being there. And the free nail polish she was giving out didn't hurt either.

It really was a lot of fun being there. I am so glad we took the opportunity to get out there and talk about our passion. What a great way to meet new people and I can't tell you how rewarding it was to see when people just 'get it.' That look they get when you can actually see the words "what a great idea!" forming in their heads was priceless.

Thank you everyone for stopping by. We had a blast meeting twitter friends @tech4mommies and @sahans and @ryles (@mylittlestinker) and enjoyed talking to you!

We are looking forward to the next time we can do a show... maybe the baby expo this fall...?

In the meantime, stay tuned to the blog for some fun posts, contests, promotions and more!

Unitl next time :D

-Kathy

Cafe Rio Pork Recipe

2010-04-13T20:25:00.002-06:00

I'm not much of a cook, but I love to eat! Try this yummy pork in the crock-pot for an easy family meal.

Cafe Rio Pork

5-6 lb pork tenderloin roast

3 cups Dr. Pepper

1 cup brown sugar

3/4 cup white sugar

1 clove of garlic, minced

7 oz can chipotle chilies in adobo sauce

6 oz red taco sauce

1 tbl dry mustard

1 tsp cumin

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Place roast in crock pot cover just halfway with water- cook on low for about 8-12 hours- drain pork and remove any fat- at this point the meat should shred very easily with a fork.

In a large bowl mix the Dr. Pepper, both sugars, garlic, taco sauce, dry mustard, cumin, cayenne pepper and stir until sugar is dissolved- If you would like a spicier meat- blend the contents of the can of chipotle chiles and add- I just opened the can and poured just the sauce into the mixture.

Add the Dr. Pepper mixture to the pork and stir- cook on low for an additional 6-8 hours. If there is too much liquid- cook with the lid off to let the extra moisture evaporate.

-Kathy

FREE What a Woman Wants eTicket

2010-04-12T13:47:00.003-06:00

Hello blog readers,

As a Thank You for following our blog we are offering FREE What A Woman Wants eTicket . Just click on the link and the PDF will download to your computer.

Hope to see you there, we are booth #229.

Thanks,
Kathy

Dry Skin 101

2010-04-09T08:20:00.002-06:00

How many of us have experienced dry skin? For most, this is a temporary nuisance that occurs mainly during the winter months. However, for some it may be a lifelong issue. Although skin is often most dry on your arms, lower legs, and the sides of your tummy, this pattern can vary greatly from one individual to another. The severity and cause of dry skin can depend on a number of factors, including your age, overall health, location, and time spent outdoors. The signs of dry skin are generally quite obvious and can include the following:

- A feeling of tightness, especially after showering or bathing
- Skin that feels and looks rough
- Itching
- Flaking, scaling, or peeling
- Fine lines or cracks
- Deep cracks that may bleed
- Redness

Most cases of dry skin are caused by environmental factors. However, certain medical conditions can also affect the function and appearance of your skin. The most common causes of dry skin include:

- Weather. When temperatures and humidity levels plummet (generally in winter), it can significantly affect skin’s moisture levels. Winter weather can also exacerbate existing skin conditions. In desert regions, where the temperatures are elevated while humidity remains low, your skin can also dry out.

- Hot baths & showers. Frequent and extended hot showers and baths can break down the lipid barriers in your skin. This can also occur from frequent swimming, especially in heavily chlorinated pools.

- Central heating and air conditioning. Reduce humidity and dry your skin.

- Harsh soaps and detergents. Many popular soaps are formulated with an alkaline pH, which strips lipids and water from your skin. Loss of these moisture retaining lipids can lead to dry skin.

- Sun exposure. Like other types of heat, the sun dries your skin. In addition, the damage from ultraviolet (UV) radiation can further damage your skin’s health - leading to more serious effects, such as wrinkles, sagging skin, and an increased risk of skin cancer.

In most situations, simple lifestyle changes, such as using moisturizers and avoiding long, hot showers can help alleviate dry skin. While you might not be able to achieve perfectly flawless skin, the following simple measures can help keep it feeling soft and healthy:

- Moisturize your skin. Moisturizers provide a seal over your skin to keep water from escaping or evaporating.

- Use warm water and limit bath time.

- Avoid harsh, drying soaps.

- Apply moisturizers immediately after bathing. After washing, gently pat or blot your skin dry so that some moisture remains on the skin surface. Immediately moisturize with a lotion or cream to help trap water in the surface cells.

- Choose fabrics that are kind to your skin. Generally speaking, natural fibers such as cotton and silk allow your skin to breathe. However, wool can be irritating.

Travis

Join us at the What a Woman Wants Show

2010-04-05T16:06:00.011-06:00

We are excited to inform our readers that we will be attending the What a Woman Wants Show on April 16th and 17th. We haven't been assigned a location yet, but we did get some extra tickets to share. Which is good news for you because we are giving them away on our blog!

Here are the the details.

Prize:

We have 20 tickets to give away in pairs, so a total of 10 winners are possible.

Rules:

1. You must be a follower of the blog to win.

2. Enter the contest by posting a comment to this post that answers one of the questions below, or by sending your answers via email to us at info@littlestinkerusa.com with WAWWS in the subject line.

3. Bonus points for making us laugh (+1)

4. Bonus entries for blogging, tweeting, facebooking links to the contest (+2, +1, +1 respectively)

5. Additional bonus entries for getting someone else to enter the contest (+3 be sure to tell them to let us know who sent them)

6. You can win twice, but no more (i.e. you can win up to four tickets).

Duration:

Contest ends midnight April 9th. Winners will be announced April 10th and tickets will be mailed April 12th to make sure you get them in time for the show.

Questions for contest entry-- Answer one of the following questions in your comments:

1. What was the worst poopy diaper change experience you've ever had?

2. What does a woman want?

I'll be honest. I have been married for nearly a decade now (9 years end of this month to be exact) and I still couldn't really answer that question. But in that time, I have definitely learned a lot about what a woman DOESN'T want, and I can tell you this-- nobody likes a poopy diaper. Not mom, not dad, not even the kid.

Lets face it. Poop stinks. Figuratively as well as literally. And that's were we come in. Ok, so we can't stop the poop from happening. Probably wouldn't be a good idea to try anyway. But we can stop the gag reflex and help avoid some of the awfulness that is changing a stinky diaper. We can also eliminate that inevitable lingering odor.

Be sure to stop by our table for some fun, to say hi, and to try out our Baby Butt Spray. See ya there!

-Brick

Start Up Princess Interview

2010-04-01T16:17:00.003-06:00

Kathy was interviewed on Start Up Princess. Read the article and learn what her business survival tools are.

Read the interview here: Start Up Princess interview

To whom do you attribute your success? Why?

2010-03-30T14:49:00.007-06:00

As a gift I received these little cards CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE MOTHER'S SOUL™ that are conversation starts to "Open the Heart and Rekindle the Spirit". I love these stories and wanted to share them with you and get your thoughts as well.

"When Meegan lost her first tooth, she left it for the Tooth Fairy along with a note asking for a job. The Tooth Fairy (Meegan's parents) relayed that she was too young, but that if she worked hard, the Tooth Fairy would consider her for a job later. Meegan followed those instructions, graduated college with honors and got a top management job. To whom did she attribute her success? Her parents - and the Tooth Fairy!"

To whom do you attribute your success? Why?
"The Tooth Fairy," Suzanne Moustakas

-Kathy

You don't have to take our word for it

2010-03-22T11:11:00.004-06:00

Here is a testimonial from Jaclyn Thomas England mother of three little girls.

We recently received our first bottle of Little Stinker Butt Spray as a gift for our new baby.

As a mother of three young girls we know a lot about stinky bums. I have been using it on the baby during diaper changes and it has added a breath of fresh air to a very dirty job. Her bottom is soft, smooth, rash free and better smelling than ever.

The product smells so great I will occasionally give the room and trash can an extra spray to make it smell fresher. I was recently talking to a neighbor about her baby's diaper rash and couldn't stop talking about Little Stinker.

This is definitely a must have product for every diaper changing home. We love this product and are looking forward to other great products to come from the Little Stinker brand.

Sci-Fri Marinade a' la Poop

2010-03-19T10:00:00.004-06:00

Diaper Rash Prevention Made Simple

Close your eyes for a moment and imagine marinating your hand in a soiled toilet for several minutes every day. Sounds disgusting… right? No one in their right mind would want to expose their skin to such nasties. Nevertheless, your baby’s cute little tush is stewing in its own juices (so to speak) on a regular basis. No wonder their delicate skin is prone to irritation!

All joking aside, it is important to follow these simple steps to help prevent your baby from developing a painful diaper rash:

Change soiled diapers quickly. Depending on your baby’s system and liquid intake, you may have to change their diaper more frequently as well.

Clean the area thoroughly with each diaper change to remove all traces of urine or stool. If the diaper is only wet, patting the skin clean works well to prevent skin irritation and avoid diaper rash.

Try out different brands of diapers and wipes. Some children may be sensitive to certain products. If you notice that your child is getting frequent diaper rashes, try mixing it up a bit.

Incorporate diaper changes in your baby’s daily routine. For example, change their diaper when they wake up or right before nap time.

Gently moisturize with naturally soothing ingredients, such as chamomile, to keep their delicate skin replenished.

When necessary, use a diaper rash cream - as recommended by your pediatrician or pharmacist.

If you notice a rash that is very red, raw or sore looking or if you notice blisters, pus or crusty patches, it is best to visit your pediatrician. Hope that helps!

-Travis

Sassy Scoops Girls Night Out

2010-03-17T16:00:00.002-06:00

This event looks like so much fun! Come join me, I'll save you a seat.

- Kathy

REVIEW: Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray

2010-03-15T09:08:00.002-06:00

Check out this great Little Stinker baby butt spray review and giveaway on the Smile a Day Giveaways .

I love the pictures she took in the bathroom!

- Kathy

What to do with the kids?

2010-03-14T13:13:00.004-06:00

As a new mom, I found it hard to find activities for my son that were educational and consistent. I left my full time job in June of 2009 and was starting to go a little stir crazy being in the house all Winter.

This past January we joined Kindermusik and love it.

We are in the "Our Time" class for the 18 mo. old to 3 1/2. These classes are a "mommy and me" class but we've had a few dads and grandparents join, too. Here is an example of what our day looks like:

The first day we got this great little box of goodies with a DVD and book. All the kids were a little shy at first but they have all grown so much since then. This semester is all about "Things that Go" which my son loves. Each class is different and we sing and play with instruments. What I've really gotten out of it are activities that I can do at home with my son.

A typical day includes free reading store time. Then we sing a welcome song. Class involves lots of dancing and it took me a few weeks to feel comfortable running around the room saying, "Choo Choo" with the other parents, but love it.

Ms. Carol has won multiple awards for her Kindermusik school. We'd love to have you join us!

Carol Stringham
Phone: 801-953-0416

Classes taught at:
The Children’s Ballet Theatre
2505 East 3300 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84109

- Kathy

KSL Studio 5 - Love List

2010-03-05T14:56:00.013-07:00

Today I got to go on our local morning show, KSL Studio5, to talk about our Little Stinker™ Baby Butt Spray. It was a lot of fun. Check it out below!

We also met some great friends that we'd like to introduce you to:

HOTCH POTCH GIRLS
Baby Bunting with Blankie and Burp Cloths
Bunting; $26, Blankie; $36, Burp Cloths; $14 Entire Set; $70 (10% discount) hotchpotchgirls.blogspot.com

This sister duo has been sewing cute baby gifts out of their home. Hotch Potch, a Dutch term, means "jumbled mixture" which is what they do, a little of this and a little of that.

BOBBITY BOO
Necktie Onesies; $18
bobbityboo.etsy.com
bobbityboo-bobbi.blogspot.com

Bobbi started her Esty shop after her kids gradated High School. She loves to sew and blog.
I love these little necktie shirts. I think they would be adorable for my son to wear at church.

CURIOUS WORKMANSHIP
Baby Booties; $12
curiousworkmanship.etsy.com
@curiousworkman

Sarah is a fantastic knitter and has been knitting since she was in her teens. These cute booties have been featured on the ELLEN SHOW twice!

Be sure to help support these locally owned businesses.

Thanks,
Kathy D

Sci-Fri - You put Marshmallows in your butt spray?

2010-03-05T00:30:00.001-07:00

Welcome to Science Friday, where we take a moment to discuss and explain some of the science behind our product formulas. We believe in blending science with natural and organic botanical ingredients to create unique, essential, safe, and effective cosmetic products, which can be applied with confidence to maintain the health and beauty of skin.

Today, we wanted to discuss the Marshmallow in our Little Stinker Baby Butt Spay. If you look closely at the ingredient list for Baby Butt Spray, you may notice the name “Althaea officinalis” which is also known by its official common name “Marshmallow” root. This herb should not be confused with the sugary treat commonly roasted over campfires to make yummy s’mores (great... now I want s'mores). However, the French did use this herb historically in their confection “pate de guimave”, which was made from the plant’s root. And very tasty.

The marshmallow plant has been used traditionally in many cultures for its medicinal properties and even as food. The generic name, Althaea, is derived from the Greek, altho (to cure), from its healing properties. Hippocrates described this herb as a valuable treatment of wounds. Medicinally, the dried or powdered roots have been historically applied as a poultice on skin abrasions, ulcers, and eruptions.

The inclusion of this extracted herb in Little Stinker™ Baby Butt Spray was not accidental. Baby Butt Spray’s unique blend of botanical extracts provides soothing, calming, and moisturizing properties to your baby’s delicate skin. Sure, your main purpose for using this product may be to de-stinkify lingering baby odors, but the secondary benefits to your child’s skin make Baby Butt Spray much more than “butt-deodorant”.

Travis and Brick

Tweet Tweet

2010-03-01T16:40:00.003-07:00

Here's some funny comments that made me laugh today:

@BELLREHWOLDT HA! Love your tagline @kathydaltonslc: "Your baby will smell good enough to eat . . . but, you know, don't do that." http://ow.ly/1cY1X

@ryles to @myLittleStinker Needed you this weekend I was on dirty diaper duty for the 1st time in a long time. Husband is usually the dirty diaper man

Thanks for making me laugh!

Kathy

Fun Feedback on Facebook

2010-03-01T14:50:00.003-07:00

Since our launch last week we've had fun reading some of the posts and thought we'd share our favorites:

Donalee

No freaking way!!!! Abecie's diapers are the WORST and I have that same thought every time I walk into the room where her diaper was just changed. That is AMAZING!!!! I WANT SOME!!! And I totally love the name! haha

Martha

That's awesome! My husband a few months back was wishing we could come up with a diaper with a better smell to disguise those 'just changed but not sure if I need to again' smells. What a fantastic idea Brick had. Thanks for sharing!

Corrie

Another great use for the spray? The seat in spinning class. Or basically, anywhere in the gym.

Thanks everyone for your support!

Kathy

Who waits for a poopy diaper?

2010-03-01T14:46:00.003-07:00

We just got the funniest tweet @mylittlestinker from our friend Anna @babystoreplus:

First tweet: They arrived today! Luv the smell, my 2 fav scents Lavender & Vanilla. Can't wait for a Poopy Diaper! LOL

Second tweet: ROFL, I NEVER thought I would be anxiously awaiting a Poopy Diaper!

Ha ha! Thanks for sharing Anna

Visit The Baby Store Plus

Kathy

Launch Press Release

2010-02-23T17:26:00.001-07:00

The Blueberry Project Launches Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray

Salt Lake City, March 4, 2010 -- Helping to combat the pains and smells of parenthood, The Blueberry Project created Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray to get rid of the odor of diaper changing while moisturize children's bottoms at the same time.

Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray quickly eliminates lingering odors while soothing, calming, and gently moisturizing. The product contains certified organic botanical ingredients and an allergen-free fragrance. It also utilizes a unique non-paraben preservative system, for those who are sensitive to the use of parabens in cosmetics.

"We are taking the 'un' out of 'unpleasant,'" said Kathy Dalton, Chief Marketing Officer of The Blueberry Project. "Many parents agree there is nothing worse than the smell after changing a baby's poopy diaper. This is a product parents can appreciate and recommend."

Three Salt Lake City parents who wanted to provide baby and mommy-care products that were both safe and effective founded the Blueberry Project.

“Lets face it, kids are hard,” said Brick Despain, Chief Executive Officer of The Blueberry Project. “But they are totally worth it. We wanted to give parents a product that allows them to focus on how cool their kids are rather than the pains and smells of parenthood.”

On a mission to de-stinkify children everywhere, Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray was clinically tested by both a dermatologist and pediatrician, and proven to be hypoallergenic. It is sensibly formulated to be ultra-gentle for baby's delicate skin with the nurturing benefits of Aloe Vera Gel, Allantoin, Vitamin E, and certified organic extracts of Lavender, Chamomile, Marsh Mallow, Cucumber, Apple, and of course, Blueberry.

Dalton said, "We strive for only the finest natural and organic materials in our products, and use 100 percent recyclable packaging. We believe in doing everything we can to protect the earth and reduce our carbon footprint. We have even chosen a local manufacturer close to our home office to avoid unnecessary shipping and less green house gases."

This product is proudly made in the United States of America.

To learn more about Little Stinker Baby Butt Spray and other Blueberry products please visit www.littlestinkerusa.com.

Hey, guess what? We're LIVE!

2010-02-22T00:01:00.002-07:00

Yes, its true. The long await is over! We are officially open for business!

*mighty applause from the crowd*

Ok—maybe it was just me that was clapping, but I can't express how excited I am to be sharing this news with the world, and sharing what I believe to be an incredibly awesome product with all of you. It's been a little over a year since we first thought of the idea of Little Stinker™, and to see it going live is a dream come true.

Last January, Travis, Kathy and I sat down and decided we needed to solve a problem. We were on a mission to find a way to make the unpleasant task of diaper changes and the inevitable lingering poopy smell that come with them better. I mean seriously... is there anybody out there that actually enjoys changing a poopy diaper? (Um, I'd advise you to keep silent if you do... because that's just kind of weird.)

So there we were with a problem. With a dream to make the world better—one diaper change at a time. And out of the realm of awesomeness (yes, there is a realm) was born our Little Stinker™ Baby Butt Spray concept. Now, after a year of hard work, making sure the product was as effective and great smelling as possible, yet still gentle on your baby's delicate skin, we are more than proud to announce its birth.

Go ahead. Check it out. You'll be impressed :D. And be sure to check back with us often as we have more exciting products coming soon and we hope to have a lot of fun here on the blog sharing our own parenting adventures.

Thanks for stopping by.

-Brick, Co-Founder

Baby Butt Spray

2010-02-20T21:51:00.001-07:00

Little Stinker™ neutralizes lingering odors caused by stinky little ones. Sensibly formulated to be ultra gentle for little ones’ delicate skin with the nurturing benefits of Aloe Vera Gel, Allantoin, Vitamin E, and Certified Organic Extracts of Lavender, Chamomile, Marsh Mallow, Cucumber, Apple, and Blueberry. Your baby will smell so fresh and clean, you’ll probably want to eat them… but you know... you shouldn’t do that. Before you reach the point of negotiating every stinky diaper change, let Little Stinker be the perfect answer for your poopy prancer.

Directions for Use: Apply 1-2 sprays on bum after each diaper change. If that doesn't work, make sure your baby isn't poopy again. It happens. Other uses: diaper pails, bedding, bathrooms, stinky feet, husbands, and anything else that might need a little de-stinkification.

Little Stinker contains natural and organic botanical ingredients and is both dermatologist and pediatrician tested.

Supply: 2 months, depending on usage.

Volume: 4 fl. oz. (118 ml).

Ingredients: Water, Vegetable Glycerin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Inulin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract*, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract*, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract*, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract*, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract*, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract*, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Disodium EDTA, Hexylene Glycol, Fragrance**.
*Certified Organic. **Allergen-Free.