Have you checked out the Fall Shopping Guide yet?

The discounts on this page will make you sick! The Mommies with Style Fall Shopping Guide is in full swing and you can find anything from free shipping to 20% off your purchases at some really great boutiques.

Some stores and coupon codes from some of our listed stores include:

• Cute Baby Shoes, $5 off your order with code mws
  
• Sofia Bean, 15% off with Moms15
  
• Adriana Primadonna, 10% off with coupon code STYLE10
  
• The Pink Bow, 10% off with code MWS
  

Check out these boutiques and more on the Mommies with Style Fall Shopping Guide. Do it! Before you know it, the Holiday season will be upon us all and it's nice to get some early shopping done ahead of time.

30 weeks pregnant: One for me, one for baby at Georgie Tees

I'm a sucker for a cute tee, and here's another site making great t-shirts for both pregnant Moms and kids alike. Georgie Tees sells tees with fun and catchy phrases printed on them. Some of my favorite maternity shirts of theirs include: "made it past third base" and "no longer childproof."

And for the babies, you have to love: "bald is beautiful" and "I wasn't born yesterday."

Check out these t-shirts and others on Georgie Tees.

Free shipping on orders over $50. Enter "mommies" at checkout in the comments field to receive the promotion (the cost will not be reflected at check-out but will be once the transaction is processed); expires end of September.

Free Shipping on Halloween Treat Bags at PBK

Last year at this time Halloween had not even crossed my radar. I learned the hard way. I finally got it together in October and began searching for a Dash costume and I tried to order PBK Treat Bags. It turned into a very huge, painful ordeal: Dash costumes were not to be found at any of the dozen or so stores I searched nor could they be found for a reasonable price online and I spent weeks searching. And on top of that PBK Treat Bags were all sold out. I was SO disappointed.

I finally gave up my frantic searching and swore to never put Halloween off again! 10 months ago I wrote into my budget to get a Halloween costume and treat bags in August this year. Sheer craziness but so worth it as I am already all set w/a Dash costume for my little blondie and PBK Treat Bags are already in my possession. No painful Halloween ordeals for me this year! I don't have that kind of time w/2 kids in tow this season.

Don't make the mistake I made last year! PBK Puffy Treat Bags are only $10.50 and they can be personalized for just $6 more. Order before October 25 and PBK is offering Free Shipping on their Treat Bags. But don't wait that long, they are sure to be gone early!

Release your Inner Child

I just could not resist. Demeter has done it again. As if the childhood scents of dirt, grass and cotton candy were not enough. In honor of the honorable Doh co's 50th anniversary, they have now bottled childhood with... Eau de Playdoh!

Yes it's wacky. And yet. Can't wait to smell it.

This gem is selling for $18.99 at Perpetual Kid. They have some other super cool stuff you need (well want, but it is a fine line, isn't it?) and are currently offering free shipping on orders over $75.

Soft but stylish: Kashwere from Julep Lounge

Julep Lounge combines both style and comfort in their line of clothes. Their items are made of "kashwere," which is the hottest new trend in celebrity clothing wear: it's a type of material that some say is softer than cashmere.

What's nice about it is that it's good for everyday wear and you can toss it in the wash without having to care for it as you do other luxury fabrics (i.e. trip to the dry cleaner).

Even better, it doesn't wrinkle and it's pretty stretchy (I even tried my new Julep Lounge top on over my almost-30 week pregnant belly and was able to stretch it! Didn't wear it long as that's quite a stretch these days, but I can't wait to wear it once my belly's smaller again.) And my son loves his new full-zip jacket for the fall.

Shop JulepLounge.com to buy your own kashwere.

Unique jewelry designs and accessories

Unique. Creative. Fashionable. Ethnic. Nature-inspired. Odara is Yoruba for "beauty" and that is what OdaraDesigns strives to bring you. The designer and artist, Jahari, makes each item with love and a passion to bring you the best product possible.

Jahari creates unique jewelry designs, hand-painted tee shirts, original accessories, and Naptural Haired totes. The products are cool and interesting, many with a fun and hip vibe, and pricing is very affordable. Check out the photo gallery to see some of her designs!

Enjoy 10% off your first purchase with code od7920.

Rock your Playdate & Indulge your Inner Shopper

Check out these ipod totes at Fred Flare. With an FM radio, ipod connection and speakers, you can take the show on the road. Toss in the fishie crackers and take this tote to the park. Then let the kids rock out, outside. Brilliant!

There are so many cool other things to buy on Fred Flare that I just don't have the time or space to enumerate. You must go explore yourself. And the great news - all inexpensive. Stuff for you, the kids, your friends. Its addictive. But affordable. The perfect one stop shop for a spot of guilt-free, self indulgent, retail therapy.

One last pick - I highly recommend the scented dessert erasers to all moms of those hard-to-gift 6 to 10 yr old girls. Give them as a back to school treat or keep them stashed in the closet as a handy birthday gift topper. They will be a huge hit. Or toss in these soda flavored lipglosses and you will go down in history at the coolest mom on the block.

Use the code fredfun.0806 before 8/31 for 15% off your order. Hurry!

MadAllie.com: the children's travel store

As any Mom who has traveled with a child knows, you need to have plenty of entertainment to ensure smooth sailing. MadAllie.com is an online boutique that deals with just that - all of the items they stock and sell help entertain and make traveling with your child easier.

They sell an array of compact toys, unique items and creative products. Here, you'll find anything from backpacks for kids to cool games they haven't seen before, to comfy child-sized pillows and much more.

Use coupon code MWS for 10% off your entire purchase on the MadAllie.com site.

Sign up for the Mommies with Style newsletter and win

Hey guys - check out our latest giveaway, this is a good one! Just sign up for our weekly newsletter by the end of the workday, Tuesday, September 5th and you'll be eligible to win these great items from CC Bear Designs:

--two fantastic nursing indicator bras, a peek-a-boo-baby nursing cover-up, an adorable signature cc bear onesie, and a gund teddy bear (Retail Value Up to $120 for all these items)

This giveaway has been sponsored by CC Bear Designs, creators of the nursing indicator bra. These innovative new bras have a reminder system (a sweet embroidered patch) built right into the bras and are designed to help busy moms remember which breast to start each nursing session with.

Jewelry worth your Metal!

Metalicious offers fun, affordable, one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry. Designs range from traditional metalsmithing to more unconventional wireworking. The designer and artist, Stephanie Maslow-Blackman gets her inspiration from the form, color and sparkle of gemstones, diamonds, and precious metals creating some really playful and unique pieces.

Metalicious jewelry is just the accessory any mom needs to add a little fun and creativity to her wardrobe and her day!

Metalicious is offering Mommies With Style readers a 10% discount just enter coupon code “HOTMAMA” in all caps at checkout.

Keep the mess in the cup, not on the kids!

Currently I am on my summer vacation with my family at the Jersey shore. Throughout our week-long stay, my son and I have had ice cream at least once a day! (I know, a diet will be in order when I get home!) Miraculously, when my 22-month old son ate his ice cream, he rarely got dirty. How, you ask?...

Right before our trip I discovered a really cool item, called the Dripstik. The Dripstik is a 2-in-1 product--one end of the Dripstik holds popsicles or treats on a stick and the opposite end holds ice cream cones. Designed by a mom of 5 kids, the Dripstik helps to avoid the washing of sticky hands, changing multiple outfits each day, and gives kids a place to set down their ice cream cone. The fun shape and bright colors make it fun for kids to use as well.

Summer's not over yet, and for those that love frozen treats, it's a great year-round product. They are an affordable $3.99 per Dripstik, plus get free shipping on any order of 4 or more using coupon code #0301.

Diversion at your fingertips!

Tell me if this sounds familiar - You're kids are climbing all over the restaurant, store, etc., while you are digging in your bottomless bag of tricks hoping to find something that may occupy them! You find paper...... but wait..... you can't find anything to draw with! You dig deeper and find one marker, but your kid wants more, so you dig some more out of desperation to help tame your wild child. You imagine a product that could help eliminate this fire drill that always occurs at the most inopportune time!

Well, imagine no more! With the Crayola Pip-Squeaks Marker Portfolio, your kids (like mine did) will enjoy hours of fun with these mini markers and doodle pad! The portfolio comes with 12 broad-line and 14 fine-line Pip-Squeak markers (great for little hands), which can be stored in 2 separate zippered pockets that fold over and stay on top of each other with Velcro strips. The doodle pad is in the middle of the portfolio and tucks inside the zippered pockets for great on-the-go play!

This fun portfolio is currently on sale for $5.49 (which is an amazing deal), I paid much more!

Beautiful beaded jewelry to buy or make yourself

I love the idea of making my own beaded jewelry. I have tried it once or twice and have really enjoyed it and have liked the results, but sometimes I am too busy to devote time to doing it regularly.

Pretty Me Bead Designs offers a perfect solution for those of us looking for beautiful jewelry to make, or already assembled! All of their jewelry uses a combination of Swarovski crystals, sterling silver, or fancy glass/lampwork beads. Featuring the Kit of the Month or their auto-ship Club, you can make a new beautiful piece of jewelry each month! (Or order it already assembled if you don't have the time or desire).

I wore the August Kit of the Month, Judy's Blue, and got numerous compliments on it. (It's the blue beaded bracelet scrolling in the photo above) It is shiny, sparkles, and has a great toggle clasp! But there are tons of options to choose from, so check out the designs for yourself!

Check out the fun designs and save 5% on your next order with code MOMMYSTYLE.

Affordable napping on the road

We recently tested out the Nap Mat. It's a tiny travel bed that comes in some cute patterns for boys and girls. It comes backed in a toddler-sized backpack, and unpacks into a small travel bed complete with pillow, floor mat and blanket.

It's currently being sold on JCPenny's site in a fire truck or frog pattern, and is on sale for $14.99. It's affordable and compact, and good for an afternoon trip to Grandma's or for naps at a daycare.

Great gifts with Education in Mind

While at the NY International Gift Show, I happened upon a familiar booth. Immediately, I recognized my son's beloved placemat: the "I Can Set the Table" Read-a-Mat. It happens to be my beloved placemat, too. In using the placemat, we've been able to silently remind our 2 year old the proper placement of utensils, his cup and plate. Now, when Carson is playing with his fork between bites, I easily just point to the fork on his mat and he knows exactly what to do. As I told Amy from The Straight Edge, Inc. about our success with the mat, she shared with me some of their other products, all created as "Educational products for growing minds."

Among their many placemats is the new "What to Wear" mat, which teaches children the basic skills of matching clothing to the weather. There are mats that teach everything: basic skills for preschoolers, Geography and History, Science, Performing Arts, even Foreign Language. They also have "Write a Mats"--the same idea, but laminated on the back so that children can practice writing and drawing the concepts. I love this idea for quiet play while I'm cooking!

Also at the Straight Edge, Inc. booth, I was shown the Inside Outside puzzles. We were given one to test with the kids, and we all loved it. The puzzle is a basic cardboard puzzle, challenging in that under the pieces, is a cardboard board that pictures the interior of the puzzle. (as shown above) So that the inside of the firetruck shows, and explains, what is going on inside.

But my favorite items were the Story in a Box books. Classic stories and songs like The Three Pigs and Old MacDonald's Farm are created as board books, with a box in the back. In many cases, the box holds cardboard cutouts with notched bottoms or easels so that the pieces stand up and the children can act out the story. Some stories come with puppets, and my favorite, Jack and the Beanstalk, comes with a seed kit that allows the readers to grow their own beanstalk!

This review isn't a surprise to many of you, you know I'm a teacher. So products that are not only educational, but classic and fun always catch my eye. And the pricepoints on these make them wonderful add-ons to gifts. I'll probably stock up on a bunch and keep them in my gifting closet.

29 weeks pregnant: Sporting my [bump]

For that in-between, "is she gaining weight or pregnant" stage, here's a product that helps resolve any confusion. [bump] (baby under manufacturing process) makes tees that tell everyone that you are indeed growing a child in there.

They're cute and you can get them in tees, tanks, long-sleeve or even tees for men (sympathy [bump]s!) You can select the maternity tees with all sorts of additional sayings too (let people know you're having a boy/girl - or that you don't know where your [bump] is going to come out and other whimsical phrases.)

Use coupon code MWS10 for 10% off your order.

25% off on Principino Kids

Use coupon code DOG25 to take 25% off all merchandise on Principino Kids, expires September 30, 2006.

Birthday #3: Its all about Castles, Knights and Dragons

My older son will be three next week. Together, we've perused catalog after catalog, listing his wants. And he wants a lot.

But yesterday at Toys R Us, proudly wearing his "R" crown and carrying his "Geoffrey's Birthday Club" balloon, Carson found there was nothing he wanted. Nothing, that is, except for a castle. Hidden on an end-cap in a not-so-obvious area, was a castle. And oh, how excited he became.

What he didn't know is that I've already been scouting castles for him. This Medieval obsession is nothing new. We can't leave the library without a copy of Tomie dePaola's The Knight and the Dragon (which he's getting from his Aunt for his birthday) and his favorite afternoon game is playing knights and dragons (where we, yes we, become dragons or knights... attending dragon school where we learn to roar our ABC sounds, sleeping in the dragon's cave or saving the castle from a dragon. Pleased to meet you, I'm "Mommy Dragon," this is my son "Big Dragon" and my other son, "Little Dragon".)

So, I've been waiting to get a castle for him, searching and searching for a great sale price. And today, DING DING!!, there it was in my e-mail inbox! Creative Brains Daily Toy Deal: the Melissa and Doug Folding Castle at 25% off and free shipping. (This offer is good today only.)

I know someone who will be REALLY excited on his birthday!

Doing lunch with Vera

Just in time for Back to School, Vera Bradley presents her new accessories. The "Out to Lunch" bag is available in many VB fabrics, like the new Windsor Navy (shown here.)

Fully lined with plastic, this will be great to carry your lunch to work or baby's bottles or yogurts on a day trip--just don't bring the liquids on the plane! It has a slip pocket--perfect for utensils, lunch money or a cooler pack. It closes with a strip of velcro, and easily fit our needs for a day at the mall (sippy cup, yogurt, spoon, ice pack, and snacks.)

Finally! I can toss that ugly purple lunch pack I've been carrying for years. I always tried to hide it at the bottom of the stroller basket--or under the table or picnic blanket. Now I'm proudly placing my quilted lunch pack on the table, right in the center. Yes... I accessorize EVERYTHING!

Give the gift of "flowers" that don't die

Running this site, I'm constantly amazed at the creativity of so many of you Moms. I don't know how you come up with so many ingenious ideas - but you do, and I'm continually impressed by ingenious and cute products like this one: the Baby Bunch.

This "bunch of flowers," is in reality a bunch of baby clothes wrapped up to look like a boutique of flowers. The presentation is fun and practical. And what a great gift to bring when you visit a friend/baby in the hospital. You can select a small or medium bunch ($39.95 and $49.95), and the colors yellow, pink or blue. All items in the bunch come in size 0-6 months.

Shopping Halloween at Pottery Barn Kids

Pottery Barn Kids has a cute collection of Halloween items this year, including costumes. I'm sure many of you got the mailer - the costumes look adorable and I'd love to hear from anyone who purchases one about quality and look-in-person.

I just love this Jack-o-Lantern Candy Treat Bowl, and although I'm sure I could get something similar at some discounted store for a good $30 cheaper, I may have to get this.

Handmade gifts with charm on Patchwork Bear

Patchwork is "in," and I'm a sucker for these products at the Patchwork Bear. I particularly love their patchwork blankets. Each square is made up of a different fabric, pure heaven for a newborn or baby.

Each square varies and is one of the following textiles: super soft "minky" fabric, chenille, flannel & satin. Each of these fabrics are soft and inviting to baby's touch - making the blanket something fun for them to explore and cuddle with. The full-sized blanket is currently on sale too (normally $54, marked down to $48). And you can have it personalized for an additional $5.

Use coupon code "mommieswithstyle" for free shipping on the Patchwork Bear.

Sweet Dreams Maternity Wear: up to 40% off

"Feeling sexy" is not the choice of words I'd use to describe 9+ months of pregnancy. Here's a product that tries to help women feel that way while pregnant.

Sweet Dreams Maternity Wear designs cute nightgowns to help you feel a little more attractive in your maternity months. Select from several product options - two piece nightgowns to short nighties.

Use coupon code SDMW-15-07 for 15% off your order. In addition, they are having a big sale on their items - 25% off some items, which you are allowed to use the 15% off coupon towards - so check it out for big discounts.

A changing table top worth changing to

I find most changing table tops to be so uncomfortable. Usually you end up changing your baby sideways on a tiny surface. Until I found Bellini’s Slide Top Baby Changer. When open it is a spacious 28” x 35”, and half of it is retractable underneath the other half on the dresser. It is so so roomy. You can stand in front of the dresser and lay your child facing you with plenty of room on the sides for clothes, diapers, toys etc. My son is now 2 and I can still use it for him quite comfortably. The best part, it can fit on to most dressers and when your child is finally potty trained, you can just take it off.

The Bellini Slde Top Baby Changer can be found at any Bellini location comes in 6 different finishes. It retails for about $300.

28 weeks pregnant: "Funny, short pants"

So Nest by Swanky makes these black gauchos that I've started wearing, that Maggie Gyllenhaal is apparently also wearing this pregnancy. They have to be one of the most comfortable pair of pants I own these days, which means I'm in them a lot. (I've now retired the "these are so uncomfortable but I'll wear them anyway because they are cute" capris, as yeah, I now have a baby playing drums on my bladder and the stretch-factor is key.)

I was wearing the gauchos the other day at the grocery store when I was in line at the deli with my 2 1/2 year old son. My son (who hasn't made it a habit of commenting on my wardrobe in the past), turned to the 20-something college-guy standing in line next to me and out of the blue remarks, "My Mommy's wearing funny, short pants." College Guy looked flustered and gave met he half-smile and I had to laugh. And of course the future comment potential on these pants won't stop me from wearing them as they are ultra-hip as well.

Nest by Swanky (formerly Maternitee by Swanky) also makes some fun-loving tees with cute sayings on them. Check out their Maternitee by Swanky website to see their entire t-shirt selection. If their gauchos can cause such a conversation out in public, I can only imagine what the tees would invoke.

The gauchos can be found on both sites, the t-shirts only on the Maternitee site. Use coupon code MWS20 for 20% off on either site. Additional celebrity siting: Ming-Na from ER and Dana Devon from Extra have worn Maternitee's in the past.

Quirky McSunshine in a Baby Bag

Ok, I will fess up that I did not come up with the phrase "Quirky Mc Sunshine". It was a phrase I once read in a movie review, used to describe a character. But the minute I saw my Offhand Designs Ursula baby bag, it leapt to mind. I had to smile. It's a happy bag. One part hippie, two parts fashionista, with a healthy pinch of crafty grandma charm. Enchanting. You're not surprised to hear this if you know the history of Offhand Designs Bags. The San Francisco based company is best known for whipping up fabulous knitting bags from vintage fabrics. Their glamorous bags were an overnight success. Widely coveted, they alone are a good excuse to take up the needles and helped make knitting hip again. Many a time I considered repurposing their knitting bags to a baby bag but now I don't have to as they have already done just that themselves, with thoughtful modifications.

The Ursula is a uniquely-shaped, midsized, fabric tote that has been tricked out for your baby-stuff carrying needs. It has some really ingenious and accomodating smocked bottle pockets on the inside, that fit any size bottle perfectly. I love the gorgeous graphic patterned oilcloth lining. There is a zipped interior pocket for your lipgloss, wallet etc. And you'll find three slip pockets for your diapers, wipes etc. These pockets work best for smaller size diapers, however. The bag is capacious, but not cavernous. Enough space to hold the essentials, but not much more. I'm happy with that, as I prefer to carry a less loaded down bag on my shoulder/person. For reference - I packed 2 diapers in a diaper case, a wipes case, my clutch wallet, a small snack, and a spare tee. And of course my lipgloss, cell, and tic tacs. Must have those! I could have crammed a sweatshirt and spare pants for my son in too, but preferred the look of the bag less stuffed. It has such nice clean lines, which get lost if you can see the contents poking out of the bag.

The exterior of this bag is the real treat. Vintage style mixed and matched velvets and brocades give it a one-of-a-kind family heirloom look and feel. They are definitely funky. You will be stopped and questioned about this bag, by people of all ages. None of them will guess that it is a diaper bag, and you could definitely carry it for years to come, which is why I place this one firmly in the "mommy bag" category. I found pinning a large vintage brooch to the strap of mine really sold the hip heirloom look further. You could tie on a scarf too. Make it your own.

Three large additional slip pockets on the outside catch your binkies,receipts, cell phone etc but you will need to take care not to tip the bag as these pockets are open and contents could shake loose if you, say, fling the bag in the back of your SUV. (Not that I would ever do such a thing! Horrors!). Luckily the bag has ladylike brass feet which really do keep it steadily upright wherever you place it (Note to self: must stop flinging bags, nasty habit). This makes finding things inside very easy as well. If you are paranoid or prone to flinging (just saying), stash the cell in the interior pockets.

Ok, I know you are all thinking, velvet? Baby bag? Did she say velvet?

Well wouldn't you know it, my 2 yo son ate a great big hotdog with ketchup and mustard on it, while I was out with him and this bag. And chose a moment shortly thereafter to express his affection towards me. A human grease and condiment cannonball. I instinctively used the bag as a shield. Hey - I was wearing white!.

The great news is that I was able to easily wipe off the evidence with a damp cloth. Like Grandma's 50 year old couch, the upholstery weight fabric is tougher and more practical than you'd think. Still I am considering a nice layer of scotchguard to prevent future incidents.

I gotta be honest. The Ursula bag is probably not the most practical baby bag I have ever carried. But I forgive it completely. The most practical bag I ever carried was really fugly. I never forgave that bag and it never made me smile. Ursula is definitely more fun to pal around with and plenty functional for daily, fashionable, light to medium use.

I'd recommend this bag to any and all quirky urban bohemian fashionistas out there. Particularly if leather is not your thing and you want to spread a little color and sunshine around town. My Little Ducks has some great deals currently on the Ursula bag in Goldenrod, and the Zelda in green. SAVE15 for 15% off any order on My Little Ducks, and there is free shipping on orders over $75. Craftsbury kids has an impressive collection of Ursula Bags in stock and either store can also special order other Offhand Designs styles you might be interested in. MWS readers carrying this bag will receive smiles from strangers, free of charge.

Beautiful Toddler Bedding!

Who says that stylish bedding is only for Mommies? The Pink Chocolate Collection, available at Confetti Kidz, is a chic set of toddler bedding for girls. The set includes a well-made comforter and sham which can be used for nursery bedding as well. I love the mix of pink and chocolate brown fabrics! They blend together delightfully to create the top of the comforter, which has a gorgeous and elegant design surrounded by thick stripes around the edges. On the other side of the comforter is an extremely soft pink chenille fabric. The matching pink and chocolate striped sham compliments the comforter beautifully! Additionally, you can purchase a 3-piece sheet set to go with the comforter and pillow sham. Other fabric choices and matching accessories are available. Just send an e-mail to find out more information. Toddler bedding sets are also available for boys, as it's just not the little girls who can have style on their beds!

Use coupon code FUN at checkout to save 15% off your purchase.

Stay warm and sophisticated: Pregnant or not

As much as I hate summer to end, I've slowly been stocking my closet for fall. And when I came across this cardigan at Nordstrom, I knew it would be an instant staple to my wardrobe.

The wool/cashmere blend is crafted in a rib knit. It goes on as a cardigan, and fits through the arms and back. But that's where the familiar sweater-style ends. the cardigan part doesn't close--rather it becomes a wrap which will fit over any belly in a variety of styles--always allowing a different look.

Available in a variety of colors, the wrap is at Nordstrom, where shipping is $5.

Rita Wilcox: tempting your bag addiction yet again

Handbag and accessory maker Rita Wilcox is having a great summer sale - up to 25% off on some of their bags. And they sell some adorable bags - Bermuda Bags, totes, clutch bags, diaper bags and more.

The Quilted Bag makes a great diaper bag as they're really ample and casual. The large one is big enough for a short overnight trip or day out.

Their bags have been mentioned and seen in US Weekly (favorite of the celebs), Star, Elle Magazine and Extra.

At check out, mention "mommies with style" in the virtual party field and you'll be credited back the cost of free shipping.

20% off at Ann Taylor Loft

I didn't want to believe it. But I think it might be true. Is eighties-esque fashion coming back? I page through fashion mags and browse through the malls, and it's all skinny jeans, high-heeled pumps and belted tunics. Not to mention the God-forsaken trend of cropped, lacy leggings under denim minis. Leggings people! Are we really here again?

Well, thank goodness, one of my favorite stores, Ann Taylor Loft has not yet gone off the like-a-virgin deep end. Their fall styles are chic, fashionable and affordable as usual. Here's some good coupon codes for you to shop to your heart's content: 15% off any purchase of $75 or more or 20% off any $150 or more. Plus, FREE SHIPPING on any purchase $75 or more. Use the code 44400003 at checkout, on-line shopping only.

20% off at the Pink Elephant

Thank God I don't have a girl to shop for, because if I did, my husband would be more than irritated at the money I'd want to spend on these cute items on the Pink Elephant. The clothes are adorable. Not to mention the other products they sell: cute items for boys, accessories for both boys and girls and much more.

Also - they are currently offering 15% off everything site-wide. The price is already taken off each item, you will see as you shop. In addition, use coupon code MOMMY to receive another 20% off your order.

$15 off at Disney Shopping

Take $15 off your next purchase of $75 or more at Disney Shopping. Use code FRIEND15 through August 20. Additionally, get free shipping on orders over $75 (after discount.) And receive a $10 gift certificate good for your next purchase when you pre-order the CARS DVD (due in November).

Hot dog! That's a lot of savings!

Discounts to make you dizzy: the MWS Fall Shopping Guide

Who doesn't love a good sale or coupon code? Seeing as everyone here has an affinity for finding the best deals, I know you will all love this one. We've launched our Fall Shopping Guide today. This page is our hottest yet!

The Shopping Guide will be linked to from our homepage for the next couple of months and you can return on a regular basis to visit some great boutiques with some special discounts created for Mommies with Style readers.

Check it out and get some of your holiday shopping done early. The guide brings you deals and sales such as the following: 20% off at Nina and Tom with code mommieswithstyle; 15% off at Jolie's Online with coupon code MWS15 and free shipping from Bella Baby. Check out the guide and visit some of the great boutiques and storefronts listed.

Spa Baby

I know I'm in trouble when my 3-year-old daughter points to a bottle of lotion and says, "I want that one. It makes me feel smoother." Be it nurture or nature, I fear an obsession with pampering (although I would argue it's actually quite healthy) has been passed on to my kids.

Baby Breaux shares my healthy passion for pampering. They have developed a line of handmade and natural baby products that will make the littlest one in your life feel like a prince or princess. Their products are rich and creamy and smell heavenly. When I told you my daughter pointed to the lotion, it was actually Baby Breaux's Hugs and Kisses body creme. Lightly scented and amazingly smooth, I have been sneaking a healthy amount myself after a nice warm shower. I have to say, mama likes her pampering too.

My 14-month-old son is no stranger to the art of pampering either (he likes a nice indulgence now and again). The little guy giggles when I smooth the Sweet Dreams and Lullabies Lotion on him before bed. It's light lavender scent is a wonderful way to unwind after a long day—for both of us.

I think one of the best things about these products is that they are natural. My little pumpkins have very sensitive skin and I am very picky when it comes to choosing what products to use on them. This line has been one of the few that doesn't cause any bumps or breakouts. Natural, hand-made and creamy, Baby Breaux has hit my great gift for a new mommy list.

Bonus: First time orders receive an automatic 10% off.

This Just In - It's cool to be Nice

Maybe it is just me but I have found myself cringing lately at too many boy tees with mean vibes. It's one thing to be clever, and another to be caustic. And in the neverending quest to be cool, some tees have crossed that line. While I admire a good skull -n- crossbones motif as much as the next hip mom, I enjoy it less when the skull is accompanied by daggers, and a snarky reference to a newborn baby's parents sexuality. Enough Already!

Which is why I am truly buoyed to discover A Brown Dog. Like your favorite Kindergarten Teacher, this company makes you believe that it's actually cool to be nice. Their concept is simple but perfect. They make a bunch of shirts, all featuring a sharp graphic silhouette of one of man's best friends. Each dog has some insight to share. Fox's tee says "Jake Says Look both Ways". Other canine sages include Gus, Bear, and Max, with messages like "Eat your Veggies", "Don't cry over Spilt Milk", and "Speak Kindness". And all of the tees are supersoft cotton interlock that your kids will love to wear.

Kids know that dogs are your buddies no matter what. They don't judge and they don't care about being cool. Which, ultimately is what makes them so cool after all. And a great source of good advice.

Mommies with Style readers can encourage their offspring to be both nice and cool at the same time. Enter Code MWS at checkout and get 2 tees for only $36. This offer is only good for the next two weeks so, "Ciaran says - get it while you can!"

Little Einsteins

My son has recently become “Little Einsteins” crazed. This shouldn't be confused with Baby Einsteins, "Little Einsteins" is an actual cartoon show. If you or your child has watched an episode, like me you probably understand their addiction. The main characters Leo, June, Quincy and Annie are so cute and lovable and the attention to detail in this cartoon is amazing. I get so bored with some of the other cartoons and shows geared for toddlers these days but I’m right there on the couch with my son watching the “Little Einsteins” with him. And I love that I feel guilt free letting him watch this cartoon because it exposes children to the arts and classical music.

Here’s two “Little Einsteins” products I have found to fulfill our addiction, uh, I mean his addiction to the “Little Einsteins”:

Disney’s "Little Einsteins – Our Big Huge Adventure" DVD is the Disney prelude to the show which premiered October 2005.

And since my son loves books I couldn’t pass up “Disney’s Little Einsteins Mission: Where’s June?” These items are destined to become the most worn out DVD and book in our house!

Both are available on Amazon.com and are eligible for free shipping when you spend $25 or more.

Buy Organic at Taraluna

Taraluna sells hand-crafted, fair trade, organic gifts and products. I thought you guys would like the Oh, Baby section which offers a nice selection of natural products including clothes for baby, toys and gifts for Mom.

Use coupon code Style for 10% off your purchase on anything (including jewelry and their other non-Baby items) through August 31st.

It's still summer, so listen to the Pros...

Go to the mall this week and you might forget that it is still summer. With all the hoopla about fall shopping and back to school, it is important not to forget that it is still summer. And that means you still need good sunscreen folks! Good news is that there are some great sales out there for really high quality products.

I'm pretty picky when it comes to anything I put on my face, but this summer I am loving ProCyte Ti Silc 45 sunscreen. It is the first brand that I have used that doesn't cause breakouts for me ( note: the term "noncomedogenic" is usually an invitation for my pores to clog). It also does not irritate my rosacea prone skin, like so many other sunscreens do. It absorbs quickly, leaving my skin soft but not oddly matte or sloppy greasy. And a definite plus - anti aging ingredients in the formulation work overtime to fight the effects of time and the sun. With several weeks use I am actually seeing fewer fine lines. I should note that this sunscreen has a very slight tint that is supposed to fade after application. It does seem to even out your skin tone a little, and may enable you to go without makeup. It did for me! But I was able to apply my regular makeup on top of the sunscreen without any adverse affects on the days when I wanted more coverage.

Procyte sunscreens were developed by plastic surgeons specifically for sensitive post surgical skin care - a time when using the right stuff is so critical to recovery and outcome. Once only available from your doctor, it is now available online. Drugstore.com has the Ti-Silc SPF 45 on sale for 11% off and free shipping - a genuine skincare bargain.

Loaded with features: the Fanci-Free diaper bag

Here's one diaper bag with so many bells and whistles, you won't be lacking for anything. I was very impressed when I opened the Fanci-Free diaper bag. It looks to be mid-sized but it collapses really well - opened up it holds quite a bit. Also, storage is well-organized.

It has four large pockets with inside zippers. It comes with a changing pad that has a little storage section for diapers and wipes. It also comes with a separate cosmetic case and cell phone/wallet-type organizer. And if you don't like the external cell phone organizer, there's a built in cell phone holder on the inside of the bag.

Other features include a carbineer clip for your keys and water-resistant outside material. The straps are also adjustable for shoulder or stroller hanging.

You can find the bag on Little Dudes and Divas. They are currently on sale for $89.10 (usually $99) and enter code FANCIBIB at purchase and you'll also receive a free bib.

I See London, I See France ....

Get some pretty underpants ... and more with this great Victoria's Secret code. Get $15 off $100, $30 off $150, $75 off $250 or $150 off $500.

Don't forget to check out their IPEX line. I think this might just be the perfect bra. Enough coverage so that the whole free world won't know when you might be, ahem, a bit chilly ... but without the layers of bulky padding that seems to go hand in hand with most lined bras.

Use the offer code AUG through September 6.

A Hint for Healthier Living

We all know a cardinal rule of clean living includes water. All the beautiful people, from health experts to buff-bodied stars, tout the "drink lots of water" mantra. It's good for your skin and good for your body ... but sometimes the recommended 64 ounces a day can feel a bit redundant. Never fear though mommies, now there's something to add a twist of flavor to your water world ...

San Fran-based company Hint has introduced their line of beverages -- pure water with fruit or vegetable essences. Just a splash of flavor (my favorites are apple and pomegranate -tangerine) with no artificial flavors or colors. As a fitness instructor, my water bottle sometimes feels like an extra appendage, so for me, the Hint flavors are a welcome improvement from plain old H2O. And, unlike my favorite energy drink, it has no artificial sweeteners. For kids (my three are crazy about it) ... Hint waters are a fabulous alternative to juice or sugary drinks with fun flavors that they'll love.

These award-winning drinks have graced celeb pre-party events from the Oscars to the Golden Globes. Don't have any red carpet events looming on your day planner? You can check it out on your own. Purchase it on-line ($44 for a case of 24 ... that includes shipping and you may mix and match flavors) or at select grocers (it's most widely distributed on the West Coast, and may be hard to find in other areas). Mommies With Style readers will receive a FREE T-shirt with any order through Labor Day. Just mention MWS at checkout to receive your gift.

End of Summer Savings at Babystyle!

Babystyle is having a final summer sale blowout with an extra 30% off on all sale apparel. They are also offering $50 off a few Britax carseats.

Use code "BLOWOUT" during checkout for the extra 30% off sale apparel.

40% off at Hip Chicks Boutique

To make room for new designers and Fall merchandise, Hip Chicks Boutique will be discounting designers: Luna Luna, Hub Cap, Deux Par Deux, Sophie and Lili, Sarah Louise, Kiwi Industries, Clothesline Candy and Appaman. Everything on the site will be an additional 40% off plus free shipping except for the Hip Chicks and Knuckleheads lines.

Use code "40% Mommies With Style discount" when you place your order and the discount will be deducted before your order is processed. This offer is good for the month of August. Start shopping this fantastic sale!

27 weeks pregnant: Because comfort is key

Thankfully, I haven't been gaining as much weight this time around. Which is nice as last time NO maternity clothes even fit me in the end last round. This time I've been able to wear a mix and match of normal maternity clothes and stretchy regular clothes.

A product like the Baby Be Mine Maternity Band is great for extending the life on the "non-maternity clothes-wearing" days, as you can wear clothes unbuttoned. Plus, the designs on these bands are just cute - they hid the ugly stretch maternity bands, and are great for that third trimester stage when you need your belly covered and the small roll panel just doesn't cut it.

Enter "freeship" for free shipping in the promotion code section when you go to check out.

Posh Papoose: My Extreme Sling Makeover

I've never actually told anyone, not even my mom, about my first sling. It was an embarrassment. Not just because of the hideous "bad funky" looking design. I literally couldn't get the hang of it. After a few pathetic tries with that tragic polyblend contraption, I gave up on the concept.

Until I took a second look at someone wearing a Posh Papoose.

The thought that went through my head, as I flashed back on the straight-to-goodwill Sling that I had tried all those years ago, was that this was an Extreme Sling Makeover.

My eyes did a little camera panning and zooming as I took in all the various details: High quality and hip all cotton print, lightly padded "rails" to keep the baby snugly contained, non-metal color-matched rings, and an extra long tail with a pocket for your possessions. How civilized. How superior. Already I could hear the uplifting music. The only thing missing from the moment, for me, was a peppy Ty Pennington.

I had to give the Posh Papoose a try. And I am so glad I did! Although I unfortunately missed the boat on the infant stage with my son, the Posh Papoose is still a great aid to me when we are running quick errands and I know he will want to be carried on my hip. It's quick to pop on and off and really helps distribute his weight so that my shoulder no longer feels like it is missing its beloved socket.

And guess what? It is easy to use. I found the directions on the website simple to follow. We also like the extra length of the sling which allows you to turn it into a handy stroller shade. Perfect for those on the go naps.

Mommies with style click here to order your sling in one of the popular prints and you will receive 20% off as well as free shipping and handling. Be sure to include a note with your address, phone, items ordered and the code MWS806-20% in your message.