"From one mom to another, I am ecstatic to share one of our recent reviews from Douglas House of Love. As the designer of this bag, it was my every intention to create a stylish, wipe clean design that can be worn multiple ways for hands- free parenting! Douglas House of Love seamlessly took my design efforts and put them into words when describing the Cafe Crossover. All of us here at Vilah Bloom are thrilled to share her review but above all, we hope that you feel the same as Douglas House of Love!"

                                                       - xo Jackie/ VB Founder

Douglas House of Love Review:

Diaper bags. A necessity for every mom.

I’m so excited to share my new obsession with you. As Anaís gets older, I’m finding less of a need for a traditional diaper bag and more of a need for one that doubles as a functional, and fashionable purse. Let’s be honest, I don’t carry around a diaper bag and a purse, my hands are already filled with a giggly, ticklish 14-month-old. I was scrolling through my Instagram feed one day when I came across a diaper bag company called Vilah Bloom. As I perused their feed I was surprised to find their diaper bags were stylish. My old diaper bag was boring, and could only be worn one way, like an old-fashioned purse. It wasn’t entirely functional and was too bulky. However, the bags that Vilah Bloom advertised, could be worn multiple ways and came in six different styles: The Dockside Tote, The Harbor Side Tote, The M.O.T.G Convertible Backpack, The Sail Away Satchel, and my favorite The Cafe Collection. I own the Café Crossover in Whipped Coconut. This beautiful, functional bag can be worn in four different ways: Crossbody, Shoulder, Backpack, and it comes with two built-in stroller clips. I’m a huge fan of backpack and crossbody. It’s funny because when I pulled out the straps and threw it onto my back, my husband goes “babe, that’s a good lookin’ bag! I didn’t know diaper bags can be worn like that”

While on-the-go we always need to carry diapers, wipes, sunscreen, a change of clothing, snacks, a few toys, a sippy cup, chapstick, my cellphone, and my cards. It’s lovely having them all tucked away in their own individual pockets. But wait, there’s more! Remember how I told you the bag could be worn four different ways? There are tuck-away pockets to hide the straps you aren’t currently using! There are pockets for your small items, pockets for your large items, and each pocket has a purpose. For example, there’s a front pocket specifically meant for wipes. You don’t even need to take the wipes out of the bag! You just lift the flap and pull out the wipes as needed (they even include a container to store your wipes).

This bag is everything a diaper bag should be. The exterior is fashionable and made of faux vegan leather, the interior is an elegant blush that is water resistant, there’s a matching plush changing pad, and insulated pockets to keep juice cold or milk warm. It can be worn multiple ways so your hands are always free, and most importantly it’s free of PVC, BPA, and Phthalates. The Café Crossover even comes with an exclusive Vilah Bloom Tassel, and the entire bag is detailed with gold, metal accents! A sturdy, beautiful, and functional diaper bag is a must-have! To read more about the Café Crossover and other diaper bags, check out Vilah Bloom!

Love, A happy, organized mom!

 

 

Valentine’s day is just around the corner and it’s a holiday all about making people feel special. Often associated with couples, husbands and wives, etc, Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate those special bonds and connections between people with affection for each other…but it doesn’t have to be about couples and romantic love all the time, it can also be about family, friends and those you hold dear.

That includes moms (and their babies too), who exude love and affection, bonding with their children in the most genuine and sincere ways. We put together a Valentine’s Day gift guide, featuring all sorts of little trinkets to make mom feel special, loved and show how much she adores that sweet baby! Besides, any occasion that celebrates by suggesting you deck yourself out in red, pink and anything covered in hearts is a-ok in our book! Plus, we have the perfect diaper bag to throw in the mix, complete with a pink and red touch for the occasion!

 

Made By Mary Mama Disc Necklace - $54 - Cute & dainty, wear your heart on display with this adorable and customizable disc necklace for moms, grandmas, or anyone you love.

AE Ruffle Wrap Dress - $44.95 - A flowy and floral number, perfect for Valentine's Day and the upcoming spring season!

LUSH Cosmetics Bath Bombs - $5-$9 - A fizzy bath for a little extra pampering and relaxation in shades of pink with hearts and roses is a perfect way to fill your tub with love.

Vilah Bloom Cafe Crossover in Whipped Coconut - The perfect diaper bag to gift anyone who's looking for function AND style. The cream shade of this bag is perfect for transitioning from winter to spring. Full of wonderful features, like insulated pockets and the ability to wear 4 different ways, including backpack, makes this a beautiful gift with plenty of practicality.

Vilah Bloom Tassels in Pink Spritzer and Grenadine - $12.50 - The cutest accessory for your Vilah Bloom diaper bag in the colors of love! Add these to your bag for a bit of flair and personality.

Psssst: Receive 2 Free tassels with any vilahbloom.com bag purchase Feb 1- 14th. Tassel colors are Pink Spritzer and Grenadine. While supplies last!

Starry Night Design Rose Blush HEART Mary Janes - $30 - How adorable are these mary jane moccs?! Sweet little hearts for your sweetheart! The Bitten Mitten Teether - $18 - We love our great lakes mitten state and couldn't resist including this Michigan teether from the Bitten Mitten in the prettiest shade of pink! Available in several other state silhouettes as well, including Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Non-toxic silicone, BPA free, phthalates free, cadmium free, lead free, latex free. Bannor Toys Wood Heart Baby Rattle - $19.99+ - Show your little one some love with this heart-shaped, wooden rattle. The center beads can be customized with several different color combinations and you can even have it engraved with your child's name. Spearmint Love Sweet Like Candy Organic Onesie - $24 - Babies are absolutely one of the sweetest things on this Earth. Emphasize that fact with this adorable, gender-neutral onesie. Perfect for a holiday that is filled with candy! Modern Burlap XO Organic Cotton Muslin Swaddle Blanket - $26 - Cover your little one in hugs and kisses on Valentine's Day (and every day) with this modern muslin swaddle in this adorable, gender neutral print. Briar Handmade Brimmed Blush Bonnet - $42 - Beautifully handmade, gender-neutral bonnet in a gorgeous blush shade and handmade from 100% cotton linen. Pairs perfectly with the Sweet Like Candy onesie for a Valentine's Day outfit for your sweet bundle of joy! “Where there is love, there is life.” – Mahatma Ghandi Happy Valentine's Day!

 

Here at Vilah Bloom, we are all about making life a little easier for moms on-the-go...which is why we are SO excited to bring you this amazing bundle giveaway for the holidays featuring four products for moms and babies that are sure to make life a little easier and keep baby entertained and safe! Over $300 in goodies for you to enjoy! A holiday treat, because you deserve it...Read on to find out more about each product and how to enter!

Cafe Crossover Diaper Bag in Mountain Grey NEW pebbled vegan leather!

The diaper bag with hidden "perks". The Cafe Crossover equips even the most multi-tasking mom with the essentials she needs. Brewing with innovation, this bag features our exclusive wet wipe dispenser and can be worn 4 ways (small shoulder, crossbody, backpack and stroller clips). Hide additional straps in our exclusive "stow away" pockets while not in use. Keep items hot or cold with the built-in front insulated pocket. The perfect bag allowing moms to be hands free and prepared all day long!

Bumpy Connect, The first ever rubber edge bumper

Meet Bumpy Connect - the safest and most considered edge protection. Made from baby-friendly, food-grade rubber. Will never break into dangerous chewable chunks (unlike foam). Designed to blend seamlessly into your furniture. Sleek, low-profile design makes it tough for little fingers to pull-off. Durable and longer lasting. Customize length to fit your furniture, for best results use on smooth 90° edges.

Frulu Blanket - Anchored, Water Resistant, Made in the USA

Introducing The Frulu, the most innovative yet practical anchored blanket to hit the market. No more fighting windy days to keep your blanket from flying away. No more sand mounds when you sit down. No more people walking right over your blanket. And no more wet blankets! The durable exterior is made of denier nylon while the interior is soft twill for the gentlest of skin. Assembly is easy and quick enough for one person to handle in under a minute. Lightweight and compact; this is the perfect blanket for any outing! Water repellent exterior so dewy mornings or wet grounds won't penetrate through. 100% cotton brushed twill in ocean blue. Solid piece construction helps keep dirt, sand and wetness out. Comes with a navy, water repellent pouch with rope draw string to carry blanket and stakes.

Lil’ Jammerz Plush Bluetooth Music Set

Lil' Jammerz™ plush musical friends are just what your baby, or anyone you know with a baby, needs. This portable group of charismatic characters will keep them entertained while they are awake and help put them to “la la” land when the time is right. With it’s removable, rechargeable Bluetooth speaker, just pick the tunes that fit the baby’s mood from your personal library, Internet radio or the free Lil’ Jammerz™ app…it’s time to jam on! Set of 3 fun friends, each with their own function (speaker chamber, squeaker, rattle)

We are honored to team up with these amazing companies to bring you this fun giveaway! We hope you love it and good luck!

To enter:

• Like all accounts on Facebook OR Instagram Vilah Bloom | Facebook | Instagram Bink | Facebook | Instagram Frulu | Facebook | Instagram Lil' Jammerz | Facebook | Instagram
• Share/Repost the giveaway on Facebook OR Instagram (be sure to tag all companies in your post)
• VERY IMPORTANT: Record you entries in the interface below or your entry cannot be counted.

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Ok, so this happened! Thank you to Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine for including us in their Good Gear section of the 2017 Buyer's Guide, we are completely over the moon! We have to admit though, the new Cafe Crossover is definitely a rising star! With all of it's gadgets including: stow away pockets, expandable base, 4 ways to carry, insulated breezeway bottle pockets, interior padded electronics pocket and of course our exclusive built-in wet wipe pocket- it's no wonder we can't keep it in stock! This bag is ready for anything!

Didn't have a chance to grab yours before it sold out? Don't worry! We'll have a restock date for you soon! Please sign up for our newsletter to stay current AND receive 10% off you first purchase when you become part of our family! It's a win, win :) Thanks mommas!

For some time now, we have been meaning to reach out to all of you for a fun opportunity to work with us as Brand Ambassadors! Do you love Vilah Bloom diaper bags? Are you a social butterfly that loves social media? Perhaps you have a fabulous parenting blog or you're great with fashion tips? Whatever your knack, we are looking for bright and enthusiastic partners to spread the VB love! If this sounds like you, we can't wait to meet you!! 

To inquire, please contact us at info@vilahbloom.com and we'll send you everything you need to apply! We're looking forward to working with you :) 

 

It's a Holly Jolly Sweepstakes with Vilah Bloom & Babysprouts & Co. We are thrilled to team up with Babysprouts! If you haven't come in contact with their amazing handmade baby apparel then you'll want to visit their shop http://www.babysprouts.com. We received an email from owner & designer Amanda about 5 months ago and have fallen head over heals with the quality of her products! Each item is carefully sewn and the prints are modern and chic!

If you love what you see, you'll want to enter our sweepstakes below!! Happy Holidays! 

Details: 

Enter to win a Vilah Bloom M.O.T.G. Convertible Backpack PLUS a Babysprouts & Company prize pack including a Baby Bib, Burp Cloth, Pacifier Clip, Baby Teether and Terry Sweats. Total ARV of prize pack: $231.95!

To Enter: 

1. Like Vilah Bloom & Babysprouts & Company FB pages

2. Share this post on FB

3. Follow @vilahbloom and @babysprouts

4. Enter at www.babysprouts.com

 

Calling all Mama's!  A fantastic giveaway has launched!  Our friends over at Mamachic Co. have put together a lovely giveaway and they know just how much you do day-to-day minute-to-minute. You need the right gear to keep your life flowing — simply and beautifully.  That’s why we've put together this Holiday Gift Pack just for you (or someone you love)!

TO ENTER IS EASY:

1. Sign up for our email mailing list below
2. Follow each company’s listed Facebook or Instagram.
3. To increase your chances of winning, share with friends! This option appears after clicking “enter” in the email mailing list signup.
4. Once you see a checkmark next to a step below, you’ve successfully completed that step. Once you have 5 checkmarks, you’ve successfully entered! Whooo-hoo!

PRIZES:

We’ve thoughtfully put together items designed by some of our most talented and conscientious friends:

– 1 Harborside Tote from Vilah Bloom. This beautiful, award-winning tote fooled you! It’s a diaper bag with 3 carrying options, 11 spacious pockets and easy one-handed access to wipes. Retail: $130.

– 1 Versatile Scarf from Mamachic (any color). Need to nurse, burp and swaddle baby, while looking fiiiiiiine? Look no further. We got you, with our patent-pending design that lets you wear in over 20 ways. Retail: $69.

– 1 Wrapped Cardigan from Seamly.co (any color).  Kristin Glenn creates comfortable, versatile clothing for mindful women, and manufactures out of Denver. Retail: $79.

– $35 Gift Card from Ruth & Ragnar. Mikaela Wallinder Clifford curates high quality, organic kidswear for children who love to play! There are some seriously hip designs she sells that makes you wish there were adult sizes too

The Do-It-All Mama Holiday Giveaway

Some super FUN one-of-a-kind SUMMER 2015 colors! Available only at W. Wear in Bay Harbor, Michigan. Love a color but not local? Send us an email: vilahbloom@gmail.com.  PS. They make perfect beach/boat totes! 

Inspiration bathing suit pictured from anthropologie.com