June Promotion: 40% Off Toys!

CGB knows what kids like, and what they don't like. Kids like toys. They like bright colors, animals, soft things and imagination. They don't like harmful chemicals, BPAs, and pesticides. That's why we carry a wonderful selection of natural toys made of wood, organic cotton, and other happy, safe materials. And this month, almost all of them are on sale!














There's almost too much to mention: adorable plush tool sets and gardening sets from Under the Nile, handcrafted dolls from Earth Friends, and classic wooden toys from Plan and Imagiplay -- all at a whopping 40% reduced price!















You won't want to miss this sale. Bring your little one into our play area and give our sale toys a test-run today!

Meet the CGB Staff!

Since our fearless leader will be M.I.A. for some of the summer months (as well as the fall), the CGB staff wanted to formally introduce ourselves.We're all very enthusiastic Crunchy Granola Baby-ers and Jennie has trained us well, so please feel free to direct any questions/comments/ideas to Amy, Erin, or Kim. After all, Jennie needs to concentrate on getting ready for the newest addition to her family!

Amy Tetreault is Crunchy Granola Baby's manager and marketing guru, as well as a marketing/pr coordinator at Tree Care Industry Association and freelance journalist. With a bachelors in communications and a masters in journalism, her work has appeared in various publications, particularly North Shore Art Throb. When she's not staring intensely at her iBook screen, Amy is reading, exploring, listening to NPR, riding her Giant bicycle, enhancing her concert resume, and plotting her next travel adventure. Learn more about Amy at her website, http://amytetreault.weebly.com/.

Erin LeColst has been working at CGB intermittently for two years now. Erin is a history teacher for both middle school and high school students and an avid sewer. She makes everything from quilts to cloth diapering accessories! After having a baby, she took some time off from teaching and now works part time at CGB. She is passionate about veganism, politics, history, and the environment...plus she loves to discuss cloth diapering, breastfeeding, and birth stories. Crunchy Granola Baby is a perfect fit!

"Babies" coming to CinemaSalem!

The highly-anticipated film Babies simultaneously follows four babies around the world – from birth to first steps. Capturing the journey of humanity that is both unique and universal to us all, the film follows Ponijao from Namibia, Bayarjargal from Mongolia, Mari from Yokyo, and Hattie from San Francisco.

The New York Times says the film "might restore your faith in our perplexing, peculiar and stubbornly lovable species" and CGB thinks you will adore this film that highlights parenting around the world.

And to celebrate the premiere of this wonderful film at CinemaSalem, CGB is offering filmgoers 15% off one item* when you bring your CinemaSalem receipt to the shop! Plus, CinemaSalem is giving filmgoers $1 off their concession order with Crunchy Granola Baby receipt! Both offers good through May 27, so be sure to celebrate Babies with Cinema Salem and Crunchy Granola Baby!

Babies will be playing at CinemaSalem on the following days/times:

• Friday: 5PM, 7:30PM and 9:25PM
• Saturday: 12:30PM, 2:45PM, 5PM, 7:30PM and 9:25PM
• Sunday: 12:30PM, 2:45PM, 5PM and 7:30PM
• Monday through Thursday: 5PM and 7:30PM

*Please Note: Some restrictions apply.

Magical Postpartum Pads

CGB is happy to offer a new kit for making your own pain-relieving postpartum pads!























The natural ingredients in these soothing pads will help reduce swelling and ease discomfort after childbirth. You can use cloth or disposable pads. (CGB recommends NatraCare as a disposable choice.)

What You Need:
- Overnight maxi pads of your choice
-Witch Hazel
-Lavender Essential Oil (not perfume)
- Aloe Vera (the edible liquid, not the topical ointment)

Directions:
- On each pad, pour 1 tablespoon of witch hazel, a dime-sized dollop of aloe-vera liquid, and 3-4 drops of lavender oil.
- Lay each pad in a freezer-safe bowl and store in the freezer (this way they will be cooling and formed to your shape!)
- Use as needed

[From Mothering Magazine, March-April 2010]

We offer all the ingredients individually, or as a kit at a discount.

Do you use any homeopathic or herbal remedies during pregnancy or after birth?

CGB Introduces Bicycle Benefits!

CGB is kicking off a new program: Bicycle Benefits!

Bicycle Benefits is a progressive bicycling program designed to reward individuals and businesses for their commitment to cleaner air, personal health, and the use of pedaling energy in order to create a more sustainable community. The program's continual growth decreases parking demand, increases helmet use, and improves cyclists' safety and health by putting more people on bikes.

Purchase a $5 reflective Bicycle Benefits helmet sticker from CGB and you're immediately entitled to discounts and rewards at local businesses and restaurants around town when you show your Benefits sticker.

For example: Bike to CGB and show us your Bicycle Benefits helmet sticker and we'll give you 15% off one item!

So far, CGB and Salem Cycle are blazing the trail for other Salem shops to join this innovative program. So if you like the idea, encourage your favorite shops to join! Together we can make Salem a more dynamic bicycling city!

And your Bicycle Benefits sticker isn't just good in Salem, it works in any Bicycle Benefits community. Check 'em out here.

Jennie's Prenatal Appt.

CGB owner Jennie Cudmore got a prenatal visit from her midwife Tara Kenny right here in the store! Learn more about Tara here.

New Products: Eco Paint and Eco-Dough!

We simply adore Eco-Paint and Eco-Dough from environmentally friendly and Mom-owned company Eco-Kids! Designed with natural, sustainable, and reusable ingredients (including fruit and vegetable extracts), these art-materials are fun and completely safe for baby. If you or your child have a gluten allergy, not to worry -- both the paint and dough come in Gluten-free versions! What could be better than that?

Buy your Eco-Dough here and your Eco-Paint here and get started with the creativity!