Fun Facts about our Rugs!
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Our rugs mean much more to us than you think, and it’s not just because they’re one of our best selling items. It’s because our rugs have a unique background that not many know. Here are some fun facts about our rugs.
Sleep Well, Baby.
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It’s no secret that babies need sleep. The average sleep needed for a newborn baby is between 16-17 hours and throughout a baby’s first year their sleeping habit changes drastically. So why settle for a non-organic mattress?
Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall Arts and Crafts!
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Unplug and spend time with your kids. Entertain them this Fall with fun arts and crafts. There are many fall themed arts and craft ideas out there. From finger painting to being creative with pinecones, you'll find something that would entertain both you and your child.
The Prism Print Collection #Fall2016
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Under the Nile is happy to announce that our Fall Collection is finally here! Our fun Prism Print Collection is different from any other collection.We wanted to release something special, lively, yet still adorable for babies and kids.
Five Tips for Capturing the Best Moments of Your Little One!
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We're SO lucky to have a special guest blogger this week! Lifestyle photographer Jalisse Bechtel of Jalisse Photography shares her expert advice and DIY tips for the best newborn photos that you can take yourself!
Quick Tips on Traveling with Children
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Your long awaited family vacation is here. You’re ready to sit back, relax, and enjoy the fun. However, there’s one small setback… traveling with children. We know traveling can be stressful itself, but being in charge of a little companion brings much more. Don’t worry, we got you. Whether you’re traveling by car or airplane, here are a few tips to help you travel with less stress.
#UndertheNileStyle
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Do you want to be featured on @UndertheNile social media page? It's simple, use the #UndertheNileStyle for your chance to be featured.
Six Things To Do Before Your Maternity Leave Ends
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If you’re returning to the work force, you’re probably in a whirlwind of excitement, with much hesitation. To make sure you’re as confident as possible when you go back to the grind, here are a few tips to help you get ready…
Fourth of July Eco-Friendly Fun!
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Fourth of July weekend is all about warm weather, good food, and fun times outside with family and friends. We're talking sunshine and summer hats and barbecues. With all of the hoopla and festivities, sometimes it's easy to be wasteful and not even realize it until after the fact. Whether you're hosting a grand shindig at your house or having a more intimate gathering with loved ones, here are some tips and fun ideas to party with as little impact as possible.
Inside Look: Meet Our Under the Nile Family in Egypt!
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Every six months for the past twenty years, my husband and I take a trip. It's a 7,439 mile trip, and takes about 24 hours of airplanes and airports to get there. And it's not exactly a vacation (vacation? what's that?).
Earth Day, Every Day
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Earth Day was first celebrated nearly 50 years ago. A grass-roots effort, it’s now recognized – and acted upon in some way – by an estimated one billion residents of the planet. While its growth is nearly unprecedented in global history, the real trick to Earth Day is to not just be concerned about the plant on a single day in April, but hold, share and act on a bigger concern about the plant all year round.
Baby Skin Care 101
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When your brand new bundle of joy first enters this world, she's beautiful, to be sure-- the most beautiful thing you ever laid your eyes on. But her skin isn't exactly the epitome of "baby soft" just quite yet. It's oily, sometimes bumpy and discolored, and prone to rashes. If she's born prematurely, she may be covered with a fine hair called lanugo for the first couple of days. Eventually, it will become the super soft sweetness that we know and love. Here are some tips for caring for baby and the skin on her precious little body.
Happy Mother's Day!
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With Mother's Day coming up on Sunday, we've been in the mood to celebrate motherhood-- in all of its beauty, craziness, and of course, humor. Mamas all around the world are cherished in so many different ways, but one of our favorites is through the written word. We put together a few of our favorite quotes and poems-- please enjoy, and feel free to share with the wonderful mamas in your life!
Sleepin' Easy
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One of the hardest parts of being a new parent is figuring out the whole sleep situation—how long does baby need to snooze? What position is best? Is pin drop silence really helping? And can mommy or daddy catch some Z’s, too please?
Earth Day is Here!
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Today, April 22nd, 2016 marks the 46th year of the movement to spread awareness and inspire action in order to change the way in which we interact with this planet we call home.
15 of THE Best Green Living Blogs
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With Earth Day coming up on April 22, we felt inspired to highlight amazing bloggers that are doing their part to make their lives, their families’ lives, and the earth a little bit better by being green. With help from our staff, friends, and customers (thank you!) we compiled a list of some of the go-to sites. Have a fave you’d like to add? Leave us a comment with the link below!
The Benefits of Breastfeeding
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As a new mom or dad, it can be overwhelming to wade through the incredible number of books…and articles…and blogs…and vlogs (phew!) about pregnancy and parenting. When it comes to facts around nourishment and the best way to make sure baby gets all of the good stuff he or she needs, popular literature has a lot to say about breastfeeding.
More than Just Toys
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Our toys are produced with only the purest organic cotton in fair trade facilities that provide good working conditions for all workers. We want our toys to not only be fun, but to contribute to baby’s cognitive growth and to make our world a better place.
Dressing Baby for Spring
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Spring is here! Follow these tips for keeping baby comfy, healthy, and chic in the Springtime.
Have a Very “Green” St. Paddy’s Day
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Amidst discussions of leprechauns and pots of gold at the end of rainbows, this Irish holiday is a great time teach young ones about what it means to be green. Try talking with them about the three R’s: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, while doing a craft or another one of these fun activities we’ve found for you from some awesomely crafty bloggers:
Baby’s Sleep and Daylight Savings
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“Springing forward” will be hard enough for us adults to adjust to come this Sunday, but the time change can be even more challenging for babies and kids and create absolute chaos in their sleep schedules. Luckily, there are some things you can do to help ease the transition and get things back on track if they happen to go by the wayside. Well-rested baby = more well-rested family!
Poplin and Birds and Chameleons, Oh My!
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Our Spring/Summer 2016 collections are here, and we’re so excited to share them with you! Browse and shop on our website for soft and sumptuous rompers, babybodies, layette sets, summer dresses, and more with matching toys and accessories. Check out our Princess Petal Poplin, Baby Birds and Curious Chameleons, made for a fun day out or lazy lounging at home.
Top 5 Sustainable Valentine’s Day Activities for Kids
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Like any holiday, Valentine’s Day can often be tricky to navigate for parents that are seeking to raise their kids in an environment that’s fun without being wasteful. We wanted to see what creative things eco-minded moms and pops were coming up with to share the love with their little ones, and found some pretty cool ideas to share with you!
Now Trending: Baby Sprinkles
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Who says firstborns get all the love? While full-blown baby showers are typically held for first time mommies-to-be, a baby sprinkle is a great way to celebrate a second or third child—a low key event that still allows close friends and family to shower mom with love.
Support Small Business!
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Under the Nile is proud to be a sustainable small business that is family owned and powered by female innovation! Janice Masoud is known around here as the "Mom with a Mission." In the early 1990s, there was virtually no organic baby clothing industry. She knew that if she wanted a trustworthy selection of safe, organic baby clothes, other parents must want it too. Innovation became determination and Under the Nile was born!
Six Reasons to Love Under the Nile Rugs!
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There are so many reasons why Under the Nile rugs are so awesome and unique! It was pretty tough, but we managed to narrow it down to six great reasons to love Under the Nile rugs!
Daylight Savings Tips!
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It’s that time of year again! The leaves are changing color, the sky is cloudier and days are getting shorter. Daylight savings ends on November 1, which can always stir up some worry for Parents. But wait, we get an extra hour of sleep, right?! True! But if you have kids, you know it’s not quite that simple. Before you start to panic about changing your clock again, we’ve got a few tips to help you and your family “fall back” without frustration.
Welcome to our new store!
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We're super excited to finally launch after months of hard work and preparation! Our new site is much easier to use, and so much nicer to look at!