Cloth diapering tiny babies

One question we hear quite often is how to cloth diaper very small babies. Newborns and preemies can be a challenge when cloth diapering because they are so tiny and thin, it's hard to get a good "seal" around legs and waist. This can be frustrating for new parents during those first couple of months, but investing in a lot of tiny sized diapers that will be outgrown so quickly can seem like a waste of money. Speaking from personal & professional experience a great solution is Happy Heinys Mini One Size. Happy Heinys Minis are designed to fit babies 5-15lbs, so they'll fit right away, but last many months longer than standard newborn size diapers. They come with 2 microfiber inserts - 1 x-tra small and 1 small and an adjustable snap rise, so you can fit them as needed. An added bonus is they come in all the cute colors & prints the standard Happy Heinys come in, so even tiny babies can be stylish! The little cutie pictured is 4 weeks old & was 6lbs at birth and these diapers fit from the first day.

Go Ahead & Play With Your Food!

Who says meals can't be fun to eat? Our latest offerings are ideal for making mealtime exciting no matter what you're serving. All made from safe, reusable materials and with recyclable packaging too! Our Food Face plate is made from high-quality, high-fire ceramics & is dishwasher safe, while our Spilt Milk bowl is 100% silicone, so there are no worries about it taking a tumble! Our Flop Top Utensil sets go great with both - stainless steel flatware with fun, flexible 100% silicone handles.


And for the bigger folks, we've got some super glassware to make it easy to be green - why use plastic bags when you can have Unzipped made from durable borosilicate glass? Our Half Pint container is also a great way to avoid disposable cartons. All fun and all functional - check out these in-demand items before they're gone!

Organic Fun For Little Ones!

Finding great organic toys can be tough, but we've got it covered! Our newest toys offer the very best features:

- Organic cotton, canvas & velour fabrics
- Soft, safe play for babies and toddlers
- Natural corn fiber stuffing (no synthetic polyfil in here!)
- Machine Washable
- Happy, gender neutral colors
- Fine Motor & Sensory Stimulation
- Prices starting at just $11!

Choose from our cuddly teething blanket, soft book, ring toy, busy block & shape sorter. Even the packaging is recycled!

Get Ready for the Sun!

Warm, sunny days are heading our way, so it's a good time to get what your little one needs to have safe fun in the sun. Our latest sun protection items have arrived! Cute swimwear with built in swim diaper, cuddly soft terry coverups, super cute sunglasses and our ever-popular sunhats in ever color & print imaginable! All in sizes for babies & toddlers and complete with UPF50 sun protection built in, so you can feel safe when out in the sun.


Our adorable "socks with sole" water shoes will be arriving shortly for sizes 3-8 and in ALL NEW styles! Perfect for the pool or the playground and in colorful prints for fun little feet. Hurry in soon for the best selection!

Great Green Deals During the Green Street Fair!

This Fri-Sun is the 2nd annual Green Street Fair in downtown Plymouth and to celebrate Sweet Peas & Little Sprouts is offering lots of great green deals. Cloth diapers as low as $12, discounts on some of our eco-friendly toys and special prices on home & personal items. We're green all year long, but come enjoy the fair and visit us to save big this weekend!

Celebrate Earth Day With Earth-Friendly Toys!

Celebrate Earth Day with our newest green toys - just in time to take out in the sunshine! Not only are they cute and battery-free for hours of imaginative play, but they can be enjoyed in the water, dirt or sand. Made from a unique blend of safe, recycled TPE and wood, these toys are built to last. Construction trucks, push toys and adorable bug-themed sets offer loads of choices. The Sprig Hollow toys even come with seed infused paper flowers for the kids to plant outside. Starting at under $16, what a great way to welcome the sunny, Spring days ahead!

Don't forget our other popular green toys that help teach youngsters about taking care of our Earth:


- Our 100% organic Idbids come with a backpack, recycled paper storybook and field guide for teaching kids ways to help the planet.

- Our 100% organic Huggy Sluggy plush slugs that teach about saving our trees and protecting our animals. Each comes with a FREE full size tote bag, storybook and carrying pouch and have stitched on faces, so they're safe for even the littlest earth-hugger.

In celebration of Earth Day, our educational Idbids and Huggy Sluggys are 15% off! Teach the kids to save both kinds of green!!

Pamper Your Eco Mama

We now offer a full range of products for the "green" mama. Organic, earth friendly products by Earth Mama Angel Baby are designed to make life pre and post baby as relaxing and safe as possible. As a mom on her third pregnancy I can honestly say that while growing a new baby is wonderful, some of the side effects aren't so wonderful. Morning sickness, itchy stretched skin, tired, swollen feet and the dreaded hemorrhoids can make it hard for a pregnant mama to feel her best. Even more frustrating is that many of the usual products to relieve these issues are clearly marked "if pregnant or nursing, please consult your doctor before use". That's why Earth Mama is so great.

Their products are designed with the pregnant & nursing mama in mind. Safe, organic, natural ingredients that help provide relief for mom and the knowledge it is ok for baby too. After trying Earth Mama myself, I can attest they are worth their weight in gold! And for new moms there are amazing products like postpartum bottom spray, teas to increase & decrease milk supply, nipple butter and products to soothe and support breastfeeding & weaning.

For moms searching for safe and effective nursing pads, we have both organic, biodegradable pads that are free of chlorine and the ever popular, reusable LilyPadz, which are made from 100% silicone to prevent leaks at night, while out - even when swimming!

Cuddly 100% Natural Stuffed Animals!

Very lovable and green inside & out! Our newest plush toys have a 100% soy fiber coat that is cuddly soft and are stuffed with 100% kapok, a golden silky fiber known for its hypoallergenic softness. Kapok is a sustainable rainforest crop that comes from the seedpod of the kapok tree.
Even the hangtag is made from 100% recycled paper and the sewn in label is cotton making this a completely "green" eco-plush. All animals feature lockwasher eyes and embroidered or fabric nose for safety and durability. Large & small sizes of a wide assortment of animals.

Cutie of the Month - March

This month's cutie is enjoying his Sophie the Giraffe. As you can see, his is a well loved little giraffe - and with good reason. All natural rubber, food grade paint and made in France, this safe teether has been a favorite of babies for generations. One of our most popular and practical items not only is it a a favorite of babies & parents, but it is also free of BPA and phthalates for added piece of mind.

Organic Mattresses, Bedding and Pads, Oh My!

You asked for a great organic mattress and now we've got it! We offer the entire Naturepedic Organic Line. What makes these so great?

Features certified organic cotton & environmentally friendly materials
Provides non-toxic fire protection & waterproofing
Loved by parents, physicians & independent evaluators
Made, tested, and certified in the U.S.A.
Range of sizes: bassinet, crib, twin, queen - even custom!
Choice of waterproof or not, coil count & seam/seamless
Changing Table Pads, Mattress Pads and Bedding are also available.

Why buy an Organic Mattress?

Traditional mattresses have chemicals like brominated flame retardant, boric acid (roach killer) and PVC that give off toxic gasses. Organic mattresses are designed and constructed with certified organic materials, such as organic cotton, and which specifically eliminates potentially harmful synthetic materials such as vinyl/PVC and polyurethane foam. Going organic means less exposure to potentially harmful chemicals and a heathier sleep environment.

In addition to organic cotton, Naturepedic mattresses provide important benefits including a non-toxic food grade waterproof / dust mite proof surface and an extra firm innerspring, all while avoiding the use of potential allergens such as latex and wool.

Come see our in-stock items, material samples and color catalogs to find out about all the great options available or call us at 888-451-1885 for more information!

We're on FaceBook!

Sweet Peas & Little Sprouts can now be found on FaceBook! Check out our page for more info, see and share photos, become a fan of the store and keep up with the latest news as soon as it's posted. Click here to see what it's all about. You can now access our blog from our store's website, so there are lots of easy ways to know what's new!

Sweet Pea Glass Bottles!

We're excited to have this new item for your little sweet pea's feeding needs - BPA free glass bottles in two sizes with an optional neoprene cover to keep things safe and durable. Cute peapod design on both bottle and cover and fashion colors add a little extra style. We love that the covers easily zip on & off and are machine-washable, so they'll look good day after day and they can even be used on our other bottle brands too!

The ALL NEW Happy Heinys Prints Are Here!

The newly released Happy Heinys prints have arrived in our store and we're so excited to be able to offer such an enormous selection of super cute diapers. Like all other Happy Heinys, these are one-size to fit 8-35lbs, come with a small and medium/large microfiber insert and most importantly, are made of the same PUL fabric, so there is no wicking! Choose from all 7 prints: Bright Flowers, Butterflies, Cheetah Spots, Cow, Squares, Groovy Bears and Silly Monkeys. A must for every diaper stash!



Also, for those who prefer snaps to aplix (velcro), we are able to do special orders for Happy Heinys One Size Snap Diapers any of the 7 prints and 24 solids. Just ask and we're happy to give more details.

Happy New Year!

We hope everyone had a safe & happy new year. In just one year we've seen a tremendous change in eco-friendly options. We're looking forward to 2009 being even better! We will continue to increase our offering of the wonderful, safe and green products our customers have come to love. Many new things are on their way!

The start of a new year is a great time to live greener. Here are some of our tips on green living for 2009:

- Re-use & recycle! Everyone's heard that shopping with re-usable bags is a good idea, but don't forget other throwaway item replacements. Use aluminum foil and pyrex containers for storage instead of cling wrap and plastic baggies. Try glass straws instead of the tossable plastic ones. Glass straws are tempered to be strong, dishwasher safe and easy to take in a purse or bag.

- Ditch the chemical-laden, toxic smelling cleaning products for ones that are safe for people and the environment. Love the cleaning power of vinegar, but hate the smell? Try Parsley Plus - made of purified water, coconut and parsley, it cleans surfaces and leaves a fresh, salad-like smell. Many people are very careful about chemical free feeding items, but what are they using to wash them? Try a dishwashing detergent that is phosphate, petrochemical & chlorine free. Our Ecos Wave is free of all these things as well as biodegradable.

- Make your other bags green too. Choose a purse, tote or diaper bag that is organic and/or made from recycled materials.

- For greener kids rooms, start with the basics: no VOC paint, alternatives to traditional chemical-filled carpets like wood or natural rugs and organic bedding. Make sure any feeding or teething items are free of BPA and phthalates like the ones you can find here.

Have questions about green options or looking for particular types of earth-friendly/safe products? We are here to help! Just call, email or stop by the store. We are happy to put our knowledge at your disposal and educate on green living. The items we carry are tested by real people so we can offer you the very best, affordable items available.

Think Baby Feeding Sets Have Arrived!

Just in time for last minute gift shopping, the new Think Baby Feeding Sets are in. This unique and practical set grows with your child and makes food time a breeze. Made from food grade stainless steel and then wrapped in safe polypropylene. Dishwasher safe and free of BPA, phthalates, PVC, melamine and lead, this set gives you everything you need for safe feeding and nothing you don't want. Each set contains:

-Bento box with air tight lid. The container does not leak even with water placed inside it. Great for baby bags or lunch boxes.

- Baby Bowl with lid - Low profile baby feeding bowl. Designed for early feeding.

- High profile baby soup bowl with lid. Perfect for soup or cereal.

- Mug - ideal for moving up from a sippy cup - it'll even do double duty as a coffee mug!

- Easy to grip fork and spoon. Made from polypropylene with TPR handle.

Even better the safe, orange outers of both bowls and box are detachable for washing or for use as additional containers to get the maximum usage out of each set.

Get yours here and start enjoying it during the holidays!

Holiday Gift Ideas

The holidays are less than a week away, but there are still lots of great, green things that make perfect gifts for the loved ones on your shopping list. Here are a few of our favorites that are hits with all ages -

For Babies:



Made by hand in Germany, this lovely Waldorf style butterfly is all 100% soft organic cotton terry with organic Bioland wool inside. Perfect as a soft teether and as a rattle it is easy for little hands to grasp. Striped cocoon bag transforms the butterfly back into a caterpillar.




Keep your little ones toasty warm with our Eco Circle Fleece jackets. Cute print fleece is made from recycled fibers and lined with a plush fuzzy velour. Matching pants and mittens are perfect for the snowy, winter weather.



Ever popular Sophie the Giraffe and ChanPieGnon teether toys are a surefire hit with parent & babies alike. Free of BPA, PVC & Phthalates and handmade in France using natural rubber & food grade paint, these soft toys are safe, functional and cute.



Wrap your favorite baby in Earth-Friendly luxury! Made from beautiful Soysilk fibers, this luxurious baby blanket measures 39 inch square and is a rich velvety brown on one side and natural on the reverse. Irresistibly soft, free of petrochemicals, machine washable and loved by babies!

For Kids:

Tree Blocks are made from trees that are at the end of their lifecycle and turned into wonderful blocks of various sizes for the imagination to build on. Each piece is lovingly finished with natural, safe flax oil. Sets of 21 blocks come in a colorful, cotton twill, drawstring sack. For age 3+.



Our PVC-free, soft terry Splash Toys come in colorful and fun aquatic critter shapes that make bath time fun and safe. Each set comes in a reusable mesh bucket with handle and zipper closure. Toys feature string loop to hang dry.



Our large selection of wooden toys provides endless possibilites. Beautifully hand-crafted wooden toys by Holztiger are made in Germany and are heirloom quality. All are made from sustainable hardwood that is hand-painted with water paints and a non-toxic water-based finish. Choose from farm, safari, marine, dinosaurs and more! Ages 3+

For Adults:



Super light weight stainless steel drink bottles from ThinkSport. We have both 12 & 25oz sizes. Double wall is vacuum sealed to keep beverage hot or cold for hours. Specifically formulated to be free of Bisphenol-A and toxic chemicals to be the perfect drink container.



Bambu nesting basket sets have unique, versatile designs which are ideal for fresh herbs, produce, fruit and baked goods. These multi-purpose baskets can be used around the house for accessories and toiletries too. Made of 100% organically grown bamboo that is both food safe and fair trade.

On a budget? Looking for stocking stuffers? Unsure of what to buy? Our expert staff can help you find the ideal gift in any price range and as always, holiday tissue & gift bags are free. We make it easy to give the perfect, green gift!

Cutie of the Month - December

This month's cutie is doing double duty. It was too tough to decide which pic to use because they were both so cute, so we're showing off both! This little guy has been one of our shoppers from just a few weeks old and his mom knows her stuff when it comes to living green. This little ensemble is from our 100% organic Happy Green Bee range. Soft, colorful, stretchy knit makes these separates comfy & fun. The roomy styles make these fit even longer too. In sizes newborn to 6yrs, there's something for the little green bee in your life. Our green & red striped pieces are great for showing off your little holiday elves too!



Part two of December's cutie is bath time in our Spa Baby Tub. As you can see from his happy face, babies love the European design that keeps them comfortable and relaxed. Parents love that it's free of PVC & BPA, doubles as a storage tub and can be recycled. Baby's bath time just got more fun!

Want your cutie to be featured on our blog? Just send us a pic of your little one enjoying one of our products and we may choose yours to be next month's Cutie of The Month!

Green Gifts For Kids Making News!

This Sunday's USA Weekend had an Eco-Toys section in its holiday gift guide and all items featured are available in our store!

Sprig cars are wonderful fun - made in Canada of a special composite of recycled wood and safe plastic and are kid-powered. Playing with them makes them work, so no need for batteries!



Idbids are scooping up tons of awards for best toy - A cute 100% organic plush comes with a educational storybook, field guide to help kids learn to be green, an organic cotton backpack and online reward program - even the recycled packaging can be played with!



Green Toys make another fantastic & green gift. Dining set, Tea set or Beach/Tub Pail. Each play set is made in the USA from recycled milk jugs and with recyclable packaging. All these toys are big hits with kids, are made of safe materials and do their part for the environment. Good, green fun!

Our FREE Sweet Peas Kid's Tip: There's a great educational site for kids that's all about the environment. EcoKids is full of fun online games & activities to print out and it's all FREE! Check out www.ecokids.ca today!

Organic Treats for Little Feet!

We just love our latest arrival: organic "shoe" socks! These cute little sock sets look just like sneakers, ballet slippers, Mary Janes - there is even "crocs" style! Made from 100% organic cotton, 4 pairs of socks come in a cute little gift box. Fitting 0-12mos and with non-skid bottoms, they make an ideal gift for baby. What a sweet treat for some little feet this holiday season. Click here to see more!

Organic Kaloo For You!

Our organic Kaloo plush toys and lovey blankets have arrived just in time for the holidays! Naturel by Kaloo is made from organic cotton fiber and displayed in beautiful, round, 100% recycled paper boxes. With soft colors, cuddly soft velour-like fabric, this line evokes nature with its delicate embroideries representing the natural elements. A wonderful gift for a special little one and as always, completely machine washable.

Happy Holiday Shopping

It's the day after Thanksgiving and the official kickoff to the holiday shopping season. While many stores offer one-day-only deals for the few that camp outside at dawn, we are offering specials all season long:

- Our 20% off cloth diaper sale is still on - use this opportunity to stock up on covers, sized and luxury diapers at great prices

- We continue to offer a 10% in-store discount if you provide us with a photo of your child, a birth announcement or a picture of them using or wearing a product from our store.

- Tell A Friend and Get Rewarded! Refer a friend to shop with us and when they purchase, make sure they mention your name. It will get you a $5.00 store credit good to use on anything in our store

As always, we provide free gift bags & tissue and offer flat rate shipping for your out-of-state gifts. Avoid the crowded malls and picked-over superstores and have fun shopping with us!

Organic Diaper Bags Are In!

After much searching, we've found what we feel is the ideal diaper bag. Cute, practical and 100% organic cotton! Loads of gorgeous prints & colors, lots of pockets for all the little things, completely machine washable and made in the USA. Just the right size to hold what you need without being too big or bulky. Matching print organic baby slings make for the perfect on-the-go look. The best part is these bags are stylish enough to use as a tote or handbag too. Who says these bags have to be just for baby?

Green Clean Has Arrived!

We're proud to say we now offer a full range of green & organic cleaning products for the home. Safe to use around children, effective on grime and good for the earth, we've got everything you need to keep your home fresh and green. Try our new organic hand soaps & dishwasher powder, the natural cleaners and chemical-free detergents and our ever-popular compostable cleaning cloths. Come on in and see what's new in the world of green clean!

Big Cloth Diaper Sale!

Stock up and save big! We're having a huge cloth diaper sale to make room for more new items, so take this opportunity to save on many brands of cloth diapers! Choose from a wide selection of pocket & All-In-One styles at 20% off! This offer includes our in-stock selection of DryBees, Happy Endings, Urban Fluff, EcoBumz & Starbunz diapers as well as our print diaper covers and SuperUndies training pants! Shop now for the best selection.

*Any items not mentioned here are not part of sale. Sale price cannot be combined with any other discount offer.

Cornstarch Feeding Gear Is Here!

We are loving our newest product arrivals for our feeding & teething section! Made of a special cornstarch-based eco-friendly resin, they are PVC, BPA, and petroleum free, but the best part is they are even biodegradable and compostable! Plates, bowls, utensils, teethers and rattles in great gender neutral colors. With no synthetic or toxic materials, so you can feel good that they are safe for kids and the earth.

Cutie of the Month

This sweet little guy is one of our store regulars and is our Cutie of the Month. He & his mom have tried out their fair share of our merchandise and done some great in-the-field kid testing. The fluffy, snuggle coat he's wearing is one of our favorites by Frugi. It's goes-with-everything design is soft grey knit on one side and fluffy sherpa on the other and 100% organic cotton. The best part? It's 100% reversible for two different looks. Perfect for boys and girls. And for the older kids we've got reversible sherpa pullovers in two versatile colors and adorable coordinating pants for ages 2-6yrs.

Want your cutie to be one of ours? Send us a pic of your little one wearing or using something bought from our shop and we may make them next month's cutie and feature them . Each entrant will receive a 10% off coupon good for an in-store purchase, so keep those cute photos coming!

Ring In The Holidays In Organic Style!

We love organic kid's clothing, but most of it is made to be playwear. Playwear's great for everyday, but then what do you do when you need a little bit of fancy? Our newest organic holiday wear has just arrived and it is just heavenly. 100% organic velour is cuddly soft and so rich looking you have to feel it to believe how luxurious it is. Perfect for those holiday get-togethers and parties and can still be mixed with cotton separates for a more casual look. Our girl's wear is a sweet little dress in port velour trimmed with soft pink velour and matching bloomer pants. For boys we have a super cute midnight blue velour blazer - complete with corduroy elbow patches and lined pocket, matching pants. All pieces are lined in organic jersey and we have sizes up to 6yrs. Enjoy the holidays in style and still be 100% organic.

Eco-friendly strollers!

We've been on the lookout for the ideal stroller for eco-conscious parents and have found a perfect fit between being practical & being green. Our newest offering boasts an easy one step fold, pop-out SPF 50 sun canopy, reversible seat, 4 wheel shock absorbing suspension and zip-in bug and weather shields, but our favorite part is the eco-friendly interchangeable bassinet. This fabulous addition is fully lined with organic soybean fiber and cotton, so only the softest and most natural fibers are next to baby and the fabrics are machine washable. The bassinet is ideal for babies 0-6mos, while the stroller seat works from birth to 50lbs. Just what today's green baby needs and green parents want. The maker continually strives to be environmentally conscious by recycling materials and reducing delivery truck emissions, which is something we really appreciate. Check out our floor model arriving in-store soon or view them here.

Our Big Blog Kickoff!

Our new blog is officially here! We wanted to be able to provide great information in a fast & easy way. Now you can find out about our newest arrivals, great product info and the latest in the world of being "green". We're so excited to share our favorite things with you and hear what great things you have to share too. Let's get started!