Saturday, March 19, 2011
Spring Fling Sale at Continuum Family!
We will have some great specials happening the week of March 21-27 as we say hello to spring! We're planning a Deal of the Day where we one item will be deeply discounted just for one day. Maybe we'll even have some giveaways on our Facebook page. Plus many other things will be on sale all week, so visit us often! :)
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Black Friday/pre-Christmas Sale!
Please join us for our Black Friday/pre-Christmas sale running from Friday, November 26 to Friday, December 3!
Here are the details:
-- all in stock Beco Baby Carriers, both the Butterfly II and the Gemini, are 15% off from Nov 26-28 only!
-- all CF Pouch Slings on sale for 30% off!
-- get a fleece carrier cover for only $25 OR a FREE babywearing support belt with the purchase of a Pikkolo baby carrier (difference in price will be refunded)
-- FREE SHIPPING to US and Canada on orders over $59 USD (shipping charges will be refunded on qualifying orders)*
-- HALF PRICE SHIPPING to outside North America on orders over $59 USD (shipping charges will be refunded on qualifying orders)
-- lots of other items in our Clearance section on sale at 25% off!
We will also be having some Facebook Exclusive deals throughout the week, so please join us there to get in on those!
*Please note that Beco Baby Carriers do not qualify for free shipping or any other specials while they are 15% off (Nov 26-28) but will after that
Here are the details:
-- all in stock Beco Baby Carriers, both the Butterfly II and the Gemini, are 15% off from Nov 26-28 only!
-- all CF Pouch Slings on sale for 30% off!
-- get a fleece carrier cover for only $25 OR a FREE babywearing support belt with the purchase of a Pikkolo baby carrier (difference in price will be refunded)
-- FREE SHIPPING to US and Canada on orders over $59 USD (shipping charges will be refunded on qualifying orders)*
-- HALF PRICE SHIPPING to outside North America on orders over $59 USD (shipping charges will be refunded on qualifying orders)
-- lots of other items in our Clearance section on sale at 25% off!
We will also be having some Facebook Exclusive deals throughout the week, so please join us there to get in on those!
*Please note that Beco Baby Carriers do not qualify for free shipping or any other specials while they are 15% off (Nov 26-28) but will after that
Monday, November 08, 2010
Wonderful Wool!
Wool has so many great properties that make it the ultimate textile for baby and mama items. Wool is a natural insulator and will hold moisture without feeling cold or wet. Diaper/trainer covers or undies made from wool are breathable and naturally anti-bacterial. They are also somewhat self-cleaning, as lanolin in the wool neutralizes the ammonia in urine. Ammonia is what causes diaper rash, so switching to wool covers and changing promptly should eliminate diaper rash completely. Damp wool can simply be aired out and reused, and only needs laundering every couple of weeks unless soiled.
The wool interlocks and jerseys we use are the softest around and all Oeko-Tex 100 certified. Check out all the wonderful wonderful wool products we make and carry:
and of course we carry Eucalan Wool Wash and Lansinoh for wool care.
The wool interlocks and jerseys we use are the softest around and all Oeko-Tex 100 certified. Check out all the wonderful wonderful wool products we make and carry:
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| Melton Wool Pad |
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| Natural Felted Wool Pad |
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| Hocosa Footed Baby Pants |
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| CF Split Crotch Wool Chaps |
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| CF Mama Pads with Wings (wool backed) |
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| CF Merino Wool Nursing Pads |
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| CF Wool Prefold Belt |
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| CF Merino Wool Diaper Cover |
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| CF Merino Wool Undies |
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| CF Merino Wool Trainer Cover |
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| CF Wool Jersey Tunic |
Saturday, October 02, 2010
Oct 2-3: Our FREE offerings for International Day for Empathic Action!
October 2 is International Day of Empathic Action
What is empathy? Empathy can be likened to standing in someone else’s shoes, understanding the feelings and values of another person’s perspective at any given moment. It begins with an internal choice to see from a different point of view, to understand another side of a story. Empathy is the state of being fully present to each other's feelings and needs. Empathy is not agreement, but rather a willingness to fully understand how things look from someone else's point of view. (from http://worldempathy.org)
To celebrate this day we are offering:
With orders over $45 (prior to shipping charges):
A FREE book! Your choice of either Parenting From Your Heart or Raising Children Compassionately
With orders over $90 (prior to shipping charges):
Either a FREE book -- Respectful Parents, Respectful Kids or a FREE Feeleez game!
Please indicate in the notes at checkout which freebie you would like with your qualifying order. This special will run for October 2 and 3 only!
What is empathy? Empathy can be likened to standing in someone else’s shoes, understanding the feelings and values of another person’s perspective at any given moment. It begins with an internal choice to see from a different point of view, to understand another side of a story. Empathy is the state of being fully present to each other's feelings and needs. Empathy is not agreement, but rather a willingness to fully understand how things look from someone else's point of view. (from http://worldempathy.org)
To celebrate this day we are offering:
With orders over $45 (prior to shipping charges):
A FREE book! Your choice of either Parenting From Your Heart or Raising Children Compassionately
With orders over $90 (prior to shipping charges):
Either a FREE book -- Respectful Parents, Respectful Kids or a FREE Feeleez game!
Please indicate in the notes at checkout which freebie you would like with your qualifying order. This special will run for October 2 and 3 only!
Monday, August 02, 2010
Beco Gemini Release!
As of today, the long-awaited and much-anticipated Beco Gemini baby carrier has finally been released to the public!
If you haven't yet heard of it, the Beco Gemini is Beco's newest baby carrier design. It's a 4-in-1 baby carrier that will allow you to carry your baby comfortable in the front (facing in or out), back and hip.
The Gemini has a few key differences to the Beco Butterfly. Most notably, the Gemini does not have an internal harness, which is one of the key features of the Butterfly. This will appeal to fans of the Beco 4th Generation (retired in 2008) and more experienced babywearers and will also allow for easier nursing in the carrier. A unique design feature of the Gemini is that its base adjusts narrower through snaps to accommodate smaller babies or to allow for an ergonomic forward-facing front carry.
Mainstream babywearers unfortunately often turn to crotch dangling, front facing out carriers like the Baby Bjorn, mostly because they don't know there are better options out there. But now that the Gemini has arrived, there will be no excuse! To those that say the front facing out carry is overstimulating, ergonomically dangerous and/or uncomfortable for the baby, I agree that in general it is best to wear your baby facing in to your body. But some babies do seem to prefer facing outwards at least some of the time. So if you do it, please make sure you do it in a carrier that supports your baby properly (such as the Gemini or Pikkolo, but NOT the Baby Bjorn), pay attention to your baby's cues and turn him back inwards when he shows signs of overstimulation (neck turning, hands coming up to the face, fussing).
Other differences? The Gemini does not include a removeable hood like the Butterfly, but it has a padded headrest that can flip up if need be for support, and which will make the body of the carrier longer to accommodate toddlers. With the Gemini, there is also the option of crossing the shoulder straps in the front carry, to distribute baby's weight more comfortably than in backpack style. This option also facilitates using the Gemini to do a hip carry. The Gemini is a lighter-weight carrier, weight tested to 35 lbs as opposed to the 45 lbs of the Butterfly, but 35 lbs will still take you well into toddlerhood.
Sound good? Our shipment of Beco Geminis will be on its way to us very soon, and you can pre-order yours today! We also have a layaway option available.
Happy Babywearing! <3
If you haven't yet heard of it, the Beco Gemini is Beco's newest baby carrier design. It's a 4-in-1 baby carrier that will allow you to carry your baby comfortable in the front (facing in or out), back and hip.
The Gemini has a few key differences to the Beco Butterfly. Most notably, the Gemini does not have an internal harness, which is one of the key features of the Butterfly. This will appeal to fans of the Beco 4th Generation (retired in 2008) and more experienced babywearers and will also allow for easier nursing in the carrier. A unique design feature of the Gemini is that its base adjusts narrower through snaps to accommodate smaller babies or to allow for an ergonomic forward-facing front carry.
Mainstream babywearers unfortunately often turn to crotch dangling, front facing out carriers like the Baby Bjorn, mostly because they don't know there are better options out there. But now that the Gemini has arrived, there will be no excuse! To those that say the front facing out carry is overstimulating, ergonomically dangerous and/or uncomfortable for the baby, I agree that in general it is best to wear your baby facing in to your body. But some babies do seem to prefer facing outwards at least some of the time. So if you do it, please make sure you do it in a carrier that supports your baby properly (such as the Gemini or Pikkolo, but NOT the Baby Bjorn), pay attention to your baby's cues and turn him back inwards when he shows signs of overstimulation (neck turning, hands coming up to the face, fussing).
Sound good? Our shipment of Beco Geminis will be on its way to us very soon, and you can pre-order yours today! We also have a layaway option available.
Happy Babywearing! <3
Monday, July 05, 2010
Giveaway Winner Announcements (Baby Buddha and Animalz set)
Hope everyone had a good weekend! Without further ado, let's see who the winners of our giveaways are:
For the Baby Buddha Stretchy Baby Carrier in Organic Bamboo, the winner is post #3:
Katherine says:
Congratulations Katherine!!
Katherine says:
July 1, 2010 5:49 AM 
Would LOVE to win the Buddha wrap in plum!! :) Congratulations Katherine!!
For the Animalz set, our winner was drawn from all orders placed on our site between July 1 and 4, and the winner is....Michelle A., of Seattle. Congratulations Michelle!!
Thanks to all who entered! We will likely have another giveaway yet this summer so stay tuned...
And don't forget to follow us on Facebook -- as of this writing we are at 183 followers and once we get to 200 we will be giving away a $25 gift certificate for Continuum Family to a random follower.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Canada Day Specials and Giveaways!
9:49 p.m. July 1, edited to add: We realize that many of you are away at family or other events today instead of at the computer (and so you should be!) so we have decided to extend our giveaway offers through the weekend to give more of you a chance to participate!
Help us celebrate Canada Day, no matter where you live! We are promoting our favourite Canadian-made products and want to spread the love by giving them away!
Soon Thursday July 1st ONLY between 12:00 a.m. PST Thursday, July 1st and 11:59 p.m. PST Sunday, July 4th:
Animalz are Australian-designed and made from sustainable maple wood and textile products that have the unique function to bend in different poses. They are hand painted using waterbased paint and the fabrics are azo dye and formaldehyde free. Recommended for ages 3 and up due to small parts.
Fine print: July 1 giveaways limited to 5 in each spending category, first come first serve, from available stock. Specials cannot be combined with any discount coupons.
And, Canada Day will also be the kick off for our next giveaway: a Baby Buddha Organic Bamboo Stretchy Baby Carrier!
I absolutely loved this carrier with my son when he was small. As a newborn he didn't like the cradle hold, wanted an upright tummy-to-tummy exclusively. Now, I've never been much of a wrap lover, I could never get them tied right and always hated the ends dragging on the ground while I was getting it on. The Baby Buddha solves those issues with its 3-piece system (2 pouches and a support sash). All the comfort of a wrap with the ease of a pouch sling. You can wear this carrier in several different ways (wearing instructions included). And their organic bamboo stretch fabric is so soft and supportive.
To enter for your chance to win this carrier, please leave a comment to this post, telling us which colour you would like to win (choices are plum, charcoal, forest green and warm sand). Please note that comments are moderated. Comments from "anonymous" will be deleted. You will not see your comment immediately after posting so please don't post again thinking your post didn't go through. I will be approving comments several times a day.
Contest is open to all until 11:59 p.m. PST on Sunday, July 4 and I'll close comments and announce the winner on Monday, July 5. Winner to be chosen by random number generator. To get extra entries (please leave an additional comment for each extra entry):
~ Come follow us on Twitter
~ Add our Facebook Page to pages you like
~ Blog about this giveaway and leave the link in your comment
~ Tweet about the contest (tweet ONCE PER DAY ONLY for extra entries and leave the link in your comment(s) please.
Help us celebrate Canada Day, no matter where you live! We are promoting our favourite Canadian-made products and want to spread the love by giving them away!
So
- spend $40 or more and get a FREE Ringley natural teething toy!
- spend $75 or more and get a FREE Family Pastimes cooperative game of your choice!
- spend $100 or more and get a FREE Continuum Family Pouch Sling of your choice!
- plus, ALL orders (no minimum $) placed
on July 1 (between 12:00 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. PST)between 12:00 a.m. PST July 1 and 11:59 p.m. PST July 4 will be entered into a draw for this adorable brand-new set of Animalz (valued at over $40):
Animalz are Australian-designed and made from sustainable maple wood and textile products that have the unique function to bend in different poses. They are hand painted using waterbased paint and the fabrics are azo dye and formaldehyde free. Recommended for ages 3 and up due to small parts.
Fine print: July 1 giveaways limited to 5 in each spending category, first come first serve, from available stock. Specials cannot be combined with any discount coupons.
And, Canada Day will also be the kick off for our next giveaway: a Baby Buddha Organic Bamboo Stretchy Baby Carrier!
I absolutely loved this carrier with my son when he was small. As a newborn he didn't like the cradle hold, wanted an upright tummy-to-tummy exclusively. Now, I've never been much of a wrap lover, I could never get them tied right and always hated the ends dragging on the ground while I was getting it on. The Baby Buddha solves those issues with its 3-piece system (2 pouches and a support sash). All the comfort of a wrap with the ease of a pouch sling. You can wear this carrier in several different ways (wearing instructions included). And their organic bamboo stretch fabric is so soft and supportive.
To enter for your chance to win this carrier, please leave a comment to this post, telling us which colour you would like to win (choices are plum, charcoal, forest green and warm sand). Please note that comments are moderated. Comments from "anonymous" will be deleted. You will not see your comment immediately after posting so please don't post again thinking your post didn't go through. I will be approving comments several times a day.
Contest is open to all until 11:59 p.m. PST on Sunday, July 4 and I'll close comments and announce the winner on Monday, July 5. Winner to be chosen by random number generator. To get extra entries (please leave an additional comment for each extra entry):
~ Come follow us on Twitter
~ Add our Facebook Page to pages you like
~ Blog about this giveaway and leave the link in your comment
~ Tweet about the contest (tweet ONCE PER DAY ONLY for extra entries and leave the link in your comment(s) please.
Happy Canada Day!
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