• Last updated 3/10/13 by AdinaL

Just the Right Book! is a wonderful service that provides book-of-the-month gifting options. Perhaps the best part of it is that the experts over there take information about the recipient’s tastes and choose books based on what they are most likely to enjoy. Kind of like a real live Pandora for book gifting. As a very picky, exacting reader, I was skeptical, but when I signed up for the service, I was shocked at how spot-on these folks’ choices were. Grandparents of the world, rejoice–they also hand-pick books for kids and teens. Just the Right Book!... read more

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MiYim Organics is giving away 20 sets of sensory balls to 20 A la Mama readers! Each set has two balls: one with loops and one with shapes. Here’s the product description: “Sensory Balls are perfect to help your little one stimulate motor skills and socialize with others. The loops are the perfect size for tiny hands to grip and shake to hear the chime sound inside. The shapes are the perfect size for tiny hands to pull and grip to hear the chime sound and feel the crunchy crinkle paper inside. Watch as your child grows and uses... read more

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This holiday season, GoldenRest, the affordable adjustable bed company, wants to help you out and make sure you get the good night’s sleep that you deserve during the holidays.

 They’re giving away a pair of GoldenRest Eurofeather pillows to one lucky A la Mama reader. The Eurofeather™ from Pacific Coast® is filled with tightly curled duck feathers with no quills. •230 thread count, 100% cotton cover •Double needle corded edge •4-year limited warranty included with purchase To enter the giveaway: 1. Leave your best sleep... read more

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I love EO: the name stands for “essential oils,” which I rely on daily. This holiday season, EO is giving one lucky Mothering reader a sweet stash of limited edition personal care products. The EO Luxury Bath Gift Set ‘Serenity’ with French Lavender provides the perfect spa experience and is the ideal gift for anyone and everyone on your gift list. This gift set includes a 12oz French Lavender Serenity Bubble Bath and a 22oz French Lavender Serenity Bath Salt, all encased in a beautiful gift box, ready to give. The richly foaming EO French Lavender Serenity... read more

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BEKA: ECO-FRIENDLY and MADE IN THE USA… You might remember BEKA from Mothering’s Holiday Gift Guide this year; I featured their Little Builder Whimsie Block Set, Deluxe Block Wagon, and their Construction Zone. I completely fell in love with their beautiful handiwork, and clean, solid design. And now BEKA is offering a Flash Sale (30% off for 3 days only!) on their sturdy, beautifully designed easels–a worthy gift to nurture the young artist in your life. BEKA Deluxe Easel BEKA Adjustable Easel BEKA is perhaps best... read more

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Ta-da! We are done, finished, through. Jan-Feb issue 164 is outta here! After the frenzy of layouts and proofing and file-sending, late nights and long hours, Managing Editor Melissa Chianta just signed off on the last page—which is a huge relief, and, as always, pretty much a source of wonder. But it’s also anticlimactic. Since after a day or two to catch our breath (And after, that is, we also finish up the digital version of the magazine, adding links and digital bonus material), the whole process starts all over again. . . Still, it feels... read more

• Last updated 3/10/13 by AdinaL

The BabyGardner is one of my absolute favorite toy shops; they have a collection of the most precious, enchanting, handmade goods. They’re partnering with A la Mama to make this holiday season a little sweeter with the following great opportunities… GIVEAWAY: Ice Cream Beanbag Memory Match Game I fell in such deep love with this game that I featured it in the Mothering annual natural toy feature. Can you believe each ice cream cone in this adorable game is stitched by hand? Exceptional quality craftsmanship and materials make this set durable enough... read more

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We may be thinking about gifts, but the babies in our lives still need their cute booties wrapped in the best cloth diapers available, day and night. Right? Here’s where this fantastic BabyBunz giveaway comes in. BabyBunz has supported Mothering for years; the mama-owned company was and continues to be a pioneer in the cloth diapering world. And now BabyBunz wants to bless you with a beautiful selection of cloth diaper items. Given that it’s gift-giving time, BabyBunz is also offering a Flash Sale (for 3 days only) on a trio of Mini Discovery puzzles,... read more

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Bamboo Rattle This promotion has ended–you can look here for new promotions. For a limited time order a print subscription for yourself or a friend, or extend your current subscription, and get a FREE gift of your choice to be shipped by Dec 15th! Choose from any one of the following wonderful items with EVERY print subscription you order (see below). Talk about getting your shopping done! Puppet Washcloths PLUS all print subscriptions include an entry into our HUGE toy giveaway with some of the most wanted natural toys... read more

• Last updated 3/10/13 by AdinaL

Rosie Hippo is giving one lucky A la Mama reader a beautiful handmade piece from their Amish wooden kitchen collection: the sink/stove combination. (Accessories not included) Give your busy little chef all he or she needs to whip up some pretend play kitchen fun! The sink/stove is beautifully handcrafted of solid pine by Amish craftsman. Faucet and stove knobs turn on sink/stove combo. Solidly built for years of fun. Non-toxic, child-safe finish. Made in the USA. 2+ Rosie Hippo also has beautiful Amish doll furniture, great for... read more