For a cultured alternative to the typical “A is for Apple” learning model, check out Alpha Buddies. Using cultural, historical, and athletic references as inspiration, these eco-friendly tees are screen printed using water based inks. Today, Alpha Buddies contributes to our online birthday party by providing two winners each with a tee of their choice. Simply check out the rules below and leave a comment on this product line to enter to win.

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THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED
Congrats to winners Marla & Jodi!
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Rules:

Include your name and email in the appropriate fields so we can contact you if you win (your name but NOT your email will be published with your comment. Including just first name or first name + last initial is OK.)

One comment permitted per person; US & Canada entrants welcome.

Anonymous or SPAM-like comments will be discarded.

Entry period closes tonight at midnight EST, Friday, July 25, 2008.

UPDATE 8/2/08: The folks at Alpha Buddies are kindly offering a discount shopping code. Use code BMOM for 20% off your purchase.

The right bling can instantly upgrade your outfit (and attitude!), and if you love funky jewelry finds, check out Twisted Silver. Offering an impressive collection of unique twists on classics, today Twisted Silver contributes to our online birthday party with their flowery, asymmetrical Diva Necklace. Simply check out the rules after the jump and leave a comment on this product line to enter to win.

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Congrats to winner Karen D.!
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Rules:

Include your name and email in the appropriate fields so we can contact you if you win (your name but NOT your email will be published with your comment. Including just first name or first name + last initial is OK.)

One comment permitted per person; US entrants welcome.

Anonymous or SPAM-like comments will be discarded.

Entry period closes tonight at midnight EST, Tuesday, July 22, 2008.

And now for our weekly dose of web highlights from some of our stylish blog partners:

Moms’ Buzz provides a primer on commonly used acronyms that kids use while text messaging and chatting. Classy Mommy features a video of Katie Couric reporting on the powerful mommy blogger revolution. And visit MomFinds to enter to win a $200 shopping spree at The Fine Art of Family.

Given that kids dig shapes and animals, and modern parents are hungry for stylish simplicity, the designs at Colette Kids give new meaning to the term “family friendly.” With an understated yet playful less is more approach, this unisex collection of modern, geometric critters is individually hand silk screened onto richly colored 100% cotton tees or 100% organic cotton onesies. Laurel’s favorite is Charlotte; sweet, definitively piggy, yet ultra cool because she’s not trying too hard.
Exclusive deal: Use code boston10 for a 10% discount at Colette Kids (expires 7/31/08).

In these sticky, sweaty days of summer, you can never have enough tees for your tot. And for those who dig a dose of cheeky on baby’s tee, check out Zoe & Sprout. Today, Zoe & Sprout contributes to our online birthday party with a $45 gift certificate to their online shop. Among their collection of onesies and tees for babies and toddlers, we recommend opting for their new organics line, which includes eco-oriented designs (such as “My Tricycle is a Hybrid”) on 100% organic cotton. Simply check out the rules after the jump and leave a comment on this product line to enter to win.

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Congrats to winner Reiza!
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Rules:

Include your name and email in the appropriate fields so we can contact you if you win (your name but NOT your email will be published with your comment. Including just first name or first name + last initial is OK.)

One comment permitted per person; worldwide entrants welcome.

Anonymous or SPAM-like comments will be discarded.

Entry period closes tonight at midnight EST, Monday, July 14, 2008.

And now for our weekly dose of web highlights from some of our stylish blog partners:

Coochicoos features the unusual charm and beauty of a room created from a drainpipe. Car & Caboodle presents part 3 of their series on the love/hate relationship moms have with the minivan. Moms’ Buzz offers tips on the proper fit for flats vs. heels. Classy Mommy documents her adventure to meet Kyra Sedgwick of The Closer. And you could win a Dante Beatrix DB Haul Tote at MomFinds, and a Nine-Month pregnancy keepsake necklace at One Chic Mama.

One pragmatic plus of having a daughter is dresses, which create a cute look instantly and make frequent changes a cinch. And if you share my love for simple, elegant, comfy, and good for the planet, check out the chic offerings at green boutique Go Natural Baby. Offering a clothing collection crafted from 100% certified organic cotton and low impact dyes, I love the sweet simplicity of Little Rosie’s Dress. Prettily constructed in dual pink tones and contrast trim at the neck and arms, this empire silhouette looks great on its own or paired with pants.

Want to win Little Rosie’s Dress*? Here’s how:

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Congrats to winner Gina S.!
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Visit Go Natural Baby, then email contests@bostonmamas.com (with ‘Go Natural’ in the subject), and name another cool organic product that Go Natural Baby carries.

One entry permitted per person; US entrants welcome to enter.

Entry period closes at midnight EST, Monday, June 23, 2008.

*The winner will receive Go Natural Baby’s Little Rosie’s Dress in the size of their choice (subject to availability).

And now for our weekly dose of web highlights from some of our stylish blog partners:

You could win: a $100 Cabana Life shopping spree at MomFinds, a Little Scholastics summer goodie bag at Classy Mommy, and a personalized Lisa Leonard charm necklace at The Nest Baby. One Chic Mama has raves for Clarks for Kids. Modern Mom encourages moms to join one of their groups across the country. And Rachael Ray recommends favorite beach items at Clever Parents.

In addition to popsicles and plenty of park time, one of Laurel’s favorite things about summer is the ability to cover herself (and me, and anyone else who will let her) with temporary tattoos. The tattoos usually don’t go with a given outfit, but now it’s possible to coordinate a trendy look with andy&bella’s tees with tatts. This line includes a series of intricately designed vintage tattoo-style images printed on super comfy 100% cotton tees (sizes 2 – 12) and coordinating temporary tattoos. Refill tattoos can be reordered, and until the end of August, shirts will ship with a complimentary variety pack of tattoos. In short, it’ll be a cinch to give your kid their summer tattoo fill in style.

Want to win an andy&bella tee/tatt set*? Here’s how:

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Congrats to winner Steph!
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Visit the andy&bella shop, then email contests@bostonmamas.com (with ‘andy&bella’ in the subject), and name your favorite tee design.

One entry permitted per person; US entrants welcome to enter.

Entry period closes at midnight EST, Wednesday, June 18, 2008.

*The winner will receive an andy&bella tee/tatt set of their choice (subject to availability).