Press
Contact information for Paula DeVore, Babyworks owner:
Email: customerservice@babyworks.com (after hours, to pkd99@aol.com)
Telephone: (503) 224-4696, (800) 422-2910 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Pacific Time.
Paula has over 20 years of experience in her field, and is available to be interviewed for print, radio and television media programs or stories.
ARTICLES ABOUT BABYWORKS
Articles in Print
“The Change Artist”, Guideposts Magazine, February 2008
This article, from a widely-read national inspirational magazine, chronicles the humble beginnings of Babyworks and the journey to where it is now.
“Some Busy Moms Just Get Busier”, Portland Tribune Newspaper - February 12, 2008
Profiles two busy moms and their companies: Grandma Leeth’s Restaurant and Babyworks, both in Portland.
Two of Paula’s children are interviewed about what it was like to have their mom work at home.
Articles Online
“Fuzzi Bunz: A PDX Wild Goose-Chase"
A writer’s experience of Babyworks while tracking down Fuzzi Bunz, followed by other reviewer comments.
Portland Picks - January 12, 2007 (online: www.portlandpicks.com)
Chosen as a “Pick” by this website which profiles various unique, local businesses.
“Growing Up Green: Sustainable Baby Clothing in Portland,” Live PDX/PDX TV, December 29, 2008
A review of natural baby clothing options in Portland, beginning with Babyworks.
Excerpt: “Thousands of consumers nationwide took part in a Co-op America online questionnaire to select their favorite green businesses. Based on 6,277 ballots submitted by consumers across the U.S., the top-10 finalists for the most popular environmentally-friendly business were: … Babyworks, Portland, OR (and others)"
“Babyworks: Natural Products for the Nursery”, apartmenttherapy.com
review of Babyworks’ website includes the following summary:
Excerpt: “This mom and mom and mom organization is not just organic to be trendy. They have the most beautifully chosen products and they specialize in organic baby clothes, bedding, diapers and gorgeous wooden toys. They are small, but their choices are great, and they will talk to you with knowledge about everything they sell.”
Solving the Diaper Dilemma, Real Green, feature article Jan-Feb 2003 (ALSO IN PRINT)
Excerpt: “Paula DeVore, who started her organic cotton cloth diaper company Babyworks in 1990 [sic] to combat the landfill problem, disagrees. ‘I’m skeptical of any study conducted by paper and disposable diaper companies,’ she says. ‘If the environmental impact of disposables really is the same as that of cloth diapers, then why haven’t comparable studies been done for other products? Why aren’t we using more paper plates and cups instead of washing our reusable dishes, for example?’”
Excerpt (picture of Fuzzi Bunz and mention of Babyworks to illustrate):
“These aren’t the diapers your parents may have used, with their flimsy cloth and giant, scary pins. Today’s cloth diapers come with velcro closures, reusable leak-proof outer layers and, often, the eco-friendliness of organic cotton. If you just can’t bring youself to deal with the mess, don’t let that stop you. You can use flushable paper liners to easily catch solids--you’ll use a lot fewer resources than you would with single-use paper diapers.”
BOOKS ABOUT BABYWORKS
(These do not necessarily constitute an endorsement by any specific organization, as we would not make that claim without permission, but are listed here for informational purposes only.)
Consumer Reports Best Baby Products, 10th Edition (and many prior editions), May 2009. Sandra Gordon & the editors of Consumer Reports.
“This retailer’s focus is on cloth diapering systems, including covers, a variety of diapers...accessories, and lots of tips. You’ll also find a selection of cotton apparel, bedding, toys, natural skin-care and cleaning products, a baby registry and a liberal return policy. Call for a catalog or download it.
Baby Bargains, Denise and Alan Fields, 8th edition 2009 (and many prior editions).
Excerpt: “Other nice features: Babyworks has a recommended layette for cloth diapers, you can order samples and they can troubleshoot leaking problems.”
The Diaper Free Baby, Christine Gross-Loh, 2007.
This book discussing “elimination communication” lists in its diapering section many products that we carry, and mentions Babyworks specifically for “cloth diapers, training pants, and wool puddle pads.”
Green Living: The E Magazine Handbook for Living Lightly on the Earth, by the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine, 2005.
Excerpt: “The focus of this vendor is on products that support healthy lifestyles, including but not limited to organic cotton diapers, clothes, toys, blankets, bedding, and bibs, as well as natural body care products, such as vapor creams and bug repellent.”
The Portland Baby Resource Guide, Deanna Nihill, 1998; listing also ran in Seattle Baby Resource Guide. 1998.
Excerpt: “Babyworks’ catalog is a pleasure to read. Besides offering a wide array of cloth diapers and accessories, you’ll also find cloth diapering tips, washing suggestions, “troubleshooting” hints, and an essay about the environmental importance of using cloth.” Mention of various products.
Diaper Changes: The Complete Diapering Book and Resource Guide, Theresa Rodriguez Farrisi, 1997.
Extensive listing of all the products we carried at the time. Excerpt, regarding our Heavy Duty Poly Nikkys, which we still offer: “I have been exceedingly pleased with the durability of this well-made, hearty cover.”
The New Parents Sourcebook, Hilory Wagner, 1996.
Excerpt: “Cloth diapering doesn’t have to be difficult! Babyworks offers a complete line of products to let you use cloth diapers easily--without pins, leaks, or hand-rinsing--with the soft, natural comfort of cotton....Catalog includes tips on laundering diapers at home and troubleshooting leakage problems
Guide to Natural Baby Care, Mothers & Others for a Livable Planet, Mindy Pennybacker and Aisha Ikramuddin
Lists and recommends a number of products that we sell.
Click here to read: Testimonials About Babyworks
RADIO:
Brief radio interview on lead in toys, Portland News Radio KXL 750 A.M, two versions: