This Winnie the Pooh puppet is very cute and cuddly. My 6 month old loves when we play with it. The only comment I'd have for those considering purchasing is that you can only move Pooh's mouth. You cannot put your finger & thumb in his arms like most puppets. I was disappointed when I first put it on but my son doesn't know the difference so it's still a great toy for us.This Winnie the Pooh Puppet by Gund is well-made and fun to play with. He's also very soft and cuddly!
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Winnie the Pooh Full Body Puppet
This Winnie the Pooh puppet is very cute and cuddly. My 6 month old loves when we play with it. The only comment I'd have for those considering purchasing is that you can only move Pooh's mouth. You cannot put your finger & thumb in his arms like most puppets. I was disappointed when I first put it on but my son doesn't know the difference so it's still a great toy for us.This Winnie the Pooh Puppet by Gund is well-made and fun to play with. He's also very soft and cuddly!
Sunday, July 27, 2014
Superman Romper With Removable Cape Superman
Very cute, a little cheap made (sewing), but it is a low price so we are happy much cheaper than making it myself. My son is 18 months, 30 lbs and around 35 inches tall, a heavy and tall boy it is a bit short in the legs but with shoes and socks it's okay, he will not be able to wear it much after a few months, we got the 1-2 years one just in case you are wondering about fit.My son wore this for his first halloween. It's a little heavy for Florida weather, but he looked too cute to take it off. The snaps for the cape are difficult to put together, but will not come appart easily either. This costume is very durable.Buy Superman Romper With Removable Cape Superman Now
This is a cute suit for a little boy. It seems to be cooler for child. No feet and no head make a big diffrence with this material. My only complaint is that the buttons for the cape and the suit itself are made of plastic and do not snap properly. I don't know why they couldn't put metal buttons just like jumpers and ones. Aside from that which can be corrected it is a good costume for small child.Read Best Reviews of Superman Romper With Removable Cape Superman Here
My 6 month old son looked adorable in this costume. I liked the easy removeable cape too!The entire piece looks like something used from the goodwill. The front is alright, but still isn't what is pictured, the emblem is not at all that size and its embroidered. The fabric looks as if its going to peel after the first wash. And the biggest disappointment is the cape. First off, I couldn't even get the wax paper off the emblem, it's literally stuck to the decal. Secondly, it isn't even the correct emblem... I mean, since when was superman's logo completely yellow? I bought this with full intentions of loving it because my son's initials are DC but this is just awful, he will never wear this junk.Wednesday, July 23, 2014
LeapFrog Musical Counting Pal
This is a toys for tots gift this 2012 Christmas. It is both educational for the little one and fun. I think it is perfect for a 1 year old.This is a good product for small child...very cute and interactive. Has a turn off switch if you don't want to listen to the music.Buy LeapFrog Musical Counting Pal Now
Purchased this for my 6 month old granddaughter. I think it is a cute toy, plays sweet music, has two modes of interactive play, on and off switch, high and low volume, has the peek-a-boo bird, and the teether rings on top. My grandbaby will listen to the music and pick up the toy, but right now she only likes to chew on the teether. When she is older I will introduce her to the educational activities that are sung for counting, colors, and finding objects. One can't go wrong with leap frog toys.My two year old daughter loves this toy. It is easy to use and plenty of options for some short classical pieces.This product is easy for little hands to grasp, educational and reasonably priced! The sounds and bright colors keep him playing with it.Monday, July 14, 2014
Star Wars Baby Bunting R2D2 Costume
I bought this costume for my very small three year old, thinking that a size 2-4 would be adequate. However, I could not get it over his head. Fortunately, his grandmother sews and could make the proper alterations. The length of the costume is fine, the sleeves are a little on the short side, and the hat fits him perfectly. If your child is on the small side this costume will probably work. Just be warned that the 2-4 label is closer to 2 than 4. It's super cute though if the sizing is right. Fantastic costume for a toddler. Head space was WAY too small so I needed to cut it a little, but it's durable enough, and totally recognizable even in the soft material. All the teens thought he was adorable as well as all the geeky dads out here in Microsoft Land! :)Amber K.
Seattle, WA area
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Adorable costume. Baby was 2 mos old on Halloween, and my concern was that it was indicated up to 9 mos of age. It is a bunting sack. It says hand wash only, and suggest you follow that. I washed before wear, but was not quite dry before we had to go out, so I put it in the dryer for 20 min (the collar takes forever to dry, has some stiffer material, perhaps cardboard?) I figured it would shrink, but since my baby is only about 10 lbs, did not make a difference. We did not put the hat in the dryer and that was still big. Would still have looked good if it did not shrink (don't think if would've been too big) Got a lot of great feedback when we were trick or treating (big brother was Luke and sister was Leia.) Overall very pleased, now plan to stuff it and give it to the kids as a pillow!Read Best Reviews of Star Wars Baby Bunting R2D2 Costume Here
Great costume for our 18 month old. Little tight to get the head thru but she did keep it on all morning.We wanted something cute for our son's first Halloween and we wanted something Star Wars themed since it is very popular in our household. What a disappointment. The head hold is way too small and the fit is just odd. The material is also very stiff and uncomfortable. We ended up not using it and had to buy something last minute instead. Too bad :(Monday, July 7, 2014
Brio Wood Airplane Baby Toy
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Lamaze High-Contrast Discovery Shapes Activity Puzzle & Crib Gallery
My baby is 5 months old and since day 1, he has loved this more than any other toy, rattle, anything he could look at and play with. I don't know what his fascination is with this little book, but this was the BEST money ever spent. He can spend 30 minutes just looking at this, pulling at the things that come out, and seeing what happens. it is amazing! This is a must purchase! This goes with him daily to grandma's house (she keeps him while we work). I thought he would get bored with it, but he is now actually pulling the little animals out of their place. He has looked at this since he we got him home from the hospital. We would keep it on the black and white side a lot.My baby son enjoyed this toy from his second month up until now, his fifth month. I hang it over the sofa while nursing so that he has a pattern to look at. I displayed the black and white pattern side the first 2 months and in the past month started showing the big eyed animal pictures. My son loves them, he focuses on each of the pictures separately, studies the details and after finishing his nursing he starts smiling and cooing at the little figures. It looks like he has developed some sort of communication with the little faces he sees on the pads. The padded material is easy to display or hang anywhere, horizontally and vertically and is easy to wash. I would highly recommend it for developing a baby's visual skills. It says the black and white pattern is for earlier months and the other side with animal heads is for 6 months and later.Buy Lamaze High-Contrast Discovery Shapes Activity Puzzle & Crib Gallery Now
I was looking for a toy for my 5 week old son. A toy that would stimulate and meet his growing curiosity without being too visually overwhelming. The moment he saw this toy, he loved it and could hardly take his eyes off it. I've put it standing up on one side of his play gym and he spends most of his time just starring and "talking" to it.Read Best Reviews of Lamaze High-Contrast Discovery Shapes Activity Puzzle & Crib Gallery Here
Visually, this toy is a hit with my 4 month old. We hung it in his crib so that he could occupy himself (which gives us a couple extra minutes of sleep in the morning). Unfortunately it does not hang as well in the crib as I thought it would. If you face the black and white side so that he can see it, the ties are at the top and it hangs just fine. However in order to have the colorful animal side face out, the ties are at the bottom which makes the entire thing tilt at an angle. It doesn't seem to bother my son but all they had to do is add a second set of ties and this would be the perfect crib toy.Want Lamaze High-Contrast Discovery Shapes Activity Puzzle & Crib Gallery Discount?
This is a great item to grab your little one's interest. I have used it in the crib and pack and play to help stimulate him and keep him occupied. It's nice because one side is black and white visualizations and the other side has puzzle like pieces that fit into their homes. The "puzzle pieces" flip over to the black and white side to create even more visual stimulation for him. Definitely recommend.Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Annoying Orange 3.5" Talking Plush Set Of 4
Monday, June 16, 2014
Gund Baby Pretty As A Princess Sound Toy, Pink, 7.5"
Sunday, June 1, 2014
Gund Baby Comfy Cozy Tucker
Shame on me for not reading the dimensions, but I thought I was getting a "lovie" for an infant, maybe 12" square. This is more like an infant area rug! Product confusion aside, I do love this thing as a baby play mat. It is so very soft and cute. The back of the giraffe is soft and plush, while the underside is silky. Baby can play with the ears and "horns" during tummy time. Throw it in the wash if it gets dirty. I think I will get more use out of this than what I actually thought I was buying...This blanket is so perfect! Super great quality and my son now has 2! One for home and one for Grammies house. He loves it and it covers his pillow perfect for bed time. He loves to have it layed over his pillow to cuddle with it. He and I truly love this great little blanky!Buy Gund Baby Comfy Cozy Tucker Now
Purchased for my grandson, he now has one for my house and one for his house. Always must make sure he has his Giraffe for bed time it is truely his security blanket!Our daughter, now 6, got a Comfy Cozy Lamb when she was born. She now has two and they are her loveys. The Comfy Cozys have become our go to present for any new baby....they wash well and are so sweet!It looked pretty cheap, I wouldn't recommend buying it as a gift, I got it for someone's new born baby, and it just didn't look that great.Friday, May 30, 2014
IQ Baby Zoom Zoom Vehicles
My daughter really likes these cars and I plan to give them as a gift in the future because of our experience with them. She loves opening all the different flaps and pockets. I originally introduced them at 6 mo, which was too young for her to really enjoy them. But now that she is close to one year, she "drives" them on the floor and makes "vroom vroom" noises. They are something she looks for in the toy bin and I would put them in the "favorite toy" category. You can't really tell from the picture, but the colors are bright and the wheels are plastic and move easily. The only thing I wish I could change is that they aren't machine washable.My son started playing with these at about 6 months. He still plays with them everyday at almost a year. I think they are really cool, I love the colors and the flaps on them. I'm also a big fan of cloth toys. I would highly recommend them to anyone with a kid (baby to toddler) that likes cars.(*
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My eight month old grandson loves his IQ Baby Zoom Zoom Vehicles. The six vehicles are colorful, having enough flaps and windows behind which colorful people and animals are hidden to keep him entertained for extended periods of time. The textures of the fabrics used in constructing these vehicles vary from shiney, smooth satin to corduroy-type finishes. The vehicles are sufficiently large so that he can grasp them even though his fine motor-skills are not fully developed.We can actually get all six vehicles stacked, if we are quick, so that he can knock down the tower. This is one of his favorite things to do and results in smiles and laughter.
The finish work on these vehicles is well done. There are no rough seams or raw edges showing. The plastic wheels on all six vehicles have smooth edges; that is a real plus since those wheels are a favorite teething chew.
If you have a little one, he or she might enjoy these colorful, multi-functional vehicles.This held my child's interest for a whopping 2 minutes, and he refused to play with it any longer. Really, it's a bunch of soft cars that don't roll, are difficult to push and don't stay stacked. Don't waste your money.These little cars are so darn adorable. They seemed a bit expensive to me, but once they arrived, the detail was so lovely, I think they are worth the price. I just wish my son loved them as much as I did, but he's only 7-months old, so hopefully he'll grow into them. For now, I enjoy playing with them, lifting the flaps, and vroooming all around.
Monday, April 28, 2014
Lil Music Makers Fish Stix Maracas
I bought these "fish stix" thinking that when they were shaken, they played some digital sounds in time with the shaking. Not so these are simply cute maracas, no more, and that's what they sound like. As such they hold very little interest for my 20-month old. Also note that the eyes do move around, but not easily and not so that you can see them, since the only way they move is if you shake the maracas violently and if you're doing that, there's no way you can keep your eyes on the ... eyes.it is great quality! however the kids don't play with them as much as i thought they would. could be a little louder of a maraca.Buy Lil Music Makers Fish Stix Maracas Now
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These maracas were great for my 12 month old. Kept him busy and was a great toy to carry around thanks to the durability.I looked for maracas and chose these for their cuteness. They are fish, but I didn't realize that their shape would make them so awkward and unwieldy. They aren't easy for very little hands to shake, so my baby ignores them, and they aren't very loud, so my older 2 ignore them as well. There are better maracas out there. That being said, I still love the lil music maker turtle tambourine that is in the same toy line as these, and I can't say enough good things about that one.Friday, April 11, 2014
Infantino Activity Stacker
Our twins have had this since they were around 4 months and it has been a highy played with toy, they still play with it now at 12 months. The materials and construction are great, we have had no issues with any of the pieces and I would classify them as having gone through heavy use so far.This stacker toy is better than most in my opinion because each piece is unique with various shapes, materials, and sizes so kids find every part of this toy interestng as opposed to stacker toys that are simply different sizes of the same shape and material.
Because this toy is primarily soft materials it is safe for young infants. This stacker is also easy to pack and we take it with us on most trips because it fits in any bag and the kids are always happy to play with it.
I highly recommend this Infantino Activity Stacker.This is literally the first product review I have ever written, but I have had such a great experience that I just had to write a review. I purchased this toy a few months ago for my infant son. He loves it and plays with it every day. Unfortunately, my puppy also loved it, and chewed a couple of the rings. I was disappointed, and on a whim I emailed Infantino directly to see if it would be possible to purchase some replacements. Within a week, they sent me a replacement free of charge! I loved this toy before, and I REALLY love the customer service. I would highly reccommend this toy!
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I thought this would be great for my 6 month old who is constantly putting anything and everything in her mouth. It's really neat that there are so many different rings and the base squeaks (she likes that part--instant smile). The colors are vibrant and there are a ton of different textures. But my little one doesn't seem to care too much about it and she's now 9 months old.great stacker for babies, each ring has something different to keep the baby interested and the whole thing makes noises when you shake it too!We have this at Grammy's house and it's great. My children, 22 months and 7 months, love playing with this. Each ring offers a different activity. highly recommend it...LOVE it.Friday, March 7, 2014
Fisher-Price Play My Way Workshop
We have had this tool set for four months now and my son is still banging around on it. It covers all the basics of a tool set and stores compactly in its own bin. We did not get the "customizable play center" that can go with this; we just play with it on the floor or on a table. My toddler son can use the hammer and saw with ease, but the screw driver and wrench will take a little more work on those fine motor skills. It is made of very durable plastic, but there are no sharp edges. We also have the kitchen set which is equally fun and storable.I have an almost 4 year old and a 15 month old. Both LOVE this toy. We considered buying another because they fight over the pieces, but figured they need to learn to share sometime. Some of the pieces are a little small, so the 2 year age appropriateness is probably correct. This is our third child with another on the way, so we're not as cautious. Definitely would not allow our 15 month old to walk around with the screwdriver, bolts or nails. I would look for this elsewhere. I only payed $15 for mine.Buy Fisher-Price Play My Way Workshop Now
This is a good product, sturdy pieces, great for travel. Nothing excessive. This is great also for my 18mos old.I love how the toy can store all the parts. Great for taking along. I do wish the saw hung on the rack a little better, it's a bit too long, but overall, fun. The numbers on the little ruler have been great for teaching numbers.We bought this after my 2 year old daughter already got hours and hours of play from her Play My Way Kitchen set (which she still plays with). These toys are fantastic. Not only is it fun and entertaining, but it cleans up so easily! Just throw everything back into the box to put it away or take it with you! Highly recommend. I plan on buying the Doctor set next.Saturday, February 8, 2014
Wooden Butterfly Puzzle 7" by Goki
My 2-1/2-year-old LOVES this puzzle! It's a step up from her much-loved chunky wooden puzzles. The first time she tried it, it threw her for a loop because the curves on the pieces have to line up and the pieces have to fit in the layers. It also has pieces that are thinner and more delicate, so she has to use her fingertips to handle them and make them fit (as opposed to just grabbing a chunky puzzle piece with her entire hand). She tried it again and again and figured out how it works pretty quickly. She loves doing this puzzle over and over because it's so different from the others. She will be getting the fish version of this puzzle as a gift in the near future.4 wooden butterfly puzzles stacked in one package.4 different sizes,ranging in 2,3 and 4 parts for a puzzles.
bright colors. A game that promotes thinking and coordination.
We enjoy playing with it.
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The title says it all. Goki has two other similar puzzles, a snail and a fish, all three are great puzzles.They make good stocking stuffers at Christmas time.Read Best Reviews of Wooden Butterfly Puzzle 7" by Goki Here
Baby Einstein Traveling Discovery Cards - Ocean Animals
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Accoutrements Inflatable Beard
You never know when you are going to find that one perfect accessory that women can't seem to take their eyes off of. Last year it was the fanny-pack designed to be worn UNDER your pants. This year the inflatable beard is going to make last year seem like a bad dream that lasted about a year. Virtually maintenance-free (unlike a real beard which requires frequent waxing and buttering), this "inflataphrodisiac" (a word that everyone who buys one of these will understand the minute he stares persistently at a strange woman in an elevator) is the perfect accompaniment to my inflatable chest-hair wig. I feel like manliness coated in ruggedness and wrapped in bacon, while on a date or robbing a liquor store, but for convenience it's easily removable at the beach, when scrubbing in for surgery, or when "things get intimate" (but if she wants you to leave it on....and she might...it can be sprayed off with an ordinary garden hose afterwards) . But please remember, THIS IS NOT A FLOTATION DEVICE.This is a sad excuse for a beard. You can't shave it. It floats away when you go swimming. You can't maniacally stroke it like an evil villain without it falling off. It fails at all the basics, so I ask, what does it do? Zero Stars!Buy Accoutrements Inflatable Beard Now
This is probably the greatest thing ever. Okay, maybe that's an exaggeration, but it's definitely a winner. I bought it as a joke for my friend who can't grow a beard. He loved it (at least I think he did). Buy ityou'll be glad you did.Read Best Reviews of Accoutrements Inflatable Beard Here
The only bad part of this beard is that the strings that attach behind your ears are extremely long. The plastic on the beard also hurts your mouth. And it doesn't inflate very well it may as well just be flat.Want Accoutrements Inflatable Beard Discount?
Also hides your manly emotions from the prying eyes of the world.Because who needs that?
Instant manliness, instantly.
Compact, easily stowed, inflates with one breath for maximum deployment speed.
Yes, I have one.
Yes, I tried it on the dog too. (It was less effective.)
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Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Carter's Just One Year Blue Plush Elephant Lights Music
I purchased this for my son, and he loves it. I purchased it because the other elephant that he had broke. The only complaint that I have is that it is a little small.This is a cute product. My son has a just one year elephant with a pull cord to play music that they do not make anymore. (They make a similar one but it is grey and my son realizes the difference and does not like the gray one as much as the blue one.) I was hoping this product would be similar to his original one, as it is the same coloring but it is rather small. I was disappointed by the size, which is why I gave it 4 stars. But other than that it is cute!Buy Carter's Just One Year Blue Plush Elephant Lights Music Now
This is adorable, soft, plays a short soothing music clip, and has red LEDs under the cheeks that light up in an cute, attention-keeping way.But my baby isn't impressed. In fact, when he was only a couple months old, the lights scared him a little bit.
I think it's cute and my preschool aged boy loves it and is always pressing the song button (which is too hard for even my now 9-month-old to press). At 9 months, my baby will turn and look when the song is played, and will chew on the elephants ears, but it's way down on the list of toys he reaches to play with.
Maybe it will be a hit with other babies, but I sorta feel like this more to evoke an "awwwww" the parents rather than enthrall the baby.
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Sunday, December 1, 2013
Lil Dino Triceratops
Friday, November 15, 2013
Punjabi Flashcards
I really like this concept as it promotes bilingualism, which has been shown to increase language receptors in the growing brain. The cards were a nice size and had cute illustrations. The only issue I had was that I wish they were a little more sturdy and thick. We bought them for our 22 month old and he has already wrecked them!
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Madame Alexander 18" Strawberry Shortcake Cloth Doll
This Strawberry Shortcake doll was just what we were looking for...perfect in every way. We gave it to our daughter for her first birthday and she loves it, sleeps with it every night. If you want a well-made, beautiful cloth doll, you won't be disappointed in this one.We purchased this doll as a Christmas gift for my daughter over 3 years ago. She hasn't slept a night without it since. It holds up well to washing (and long since lost it's strawberry smell). I will say that I have had to re-attach the hat with needle and thread more times than I care to count (definitely more than 10), so that's kind of frustrating. She has also lost some of her hair. But to be honest, the only reason I was on this page was that I was thinking of buying a replacement, so I would say I definitely recommend it!Buy Madame Alexander 18" Strawberry Shortcake Cloth Doll Now
Strawberry Shortcake is a well designed doll with detailed features and durable construction. She has a very distinct "strawberry" scent which is discernible right after you take her out of the package. The manufacturers description states that she is a toy which is "safe for all ages" has held true as all her features are designed in a way that prevents any possible choking hazards.Overall this toy is probably better suited for older children (or collectors) who understand Strawberry Shortcake as a character because it does not provide much entertainment value as a stand-alone doll (as compared to the traditional baby doll). My daughters (ages 1 and 2) have played with her briefly but typically shun Strawberry Shortcake in favor of their other dolls.
I rated this item 4 stars because I think it's well designed and it's durable enough to survive the typical rough play. I would have rated it higher, but I don't think the entertainment value is high enough for younger kids to warrant a 5 star rating. In addition the dolls head is large (like the character), but it makes balancing her precarious which tended to be a point of frustration for my older daughter.
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I got this for my niece who's almost a year old. She seemed to like it, or at least it didn't make her freak out like some other gifts she got for Christmas. My sisters say it really does smell like strawberries too, so that's good.That is all.
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Occasionally, I'll buy something online or through a catalog because the picture of the item looks so good. When it arrives, it's a disappointment when the item doesn't really match the catalog photo and is cheaply or inexpertly made.I'm happy to report this did not happen with this Strawberry Shortcake doll. This doll looks better than the photo (more detailed) and is solidly made. It feels like an old-fashioned doll -both in style and construction.
The doll has the perfume-y, slightly unreal scent of strawberries, but it isn't overwhelming. It's a pleasant odor, really. I'm not sure how long the scent will last, but I'm not sure how important that is, anyway.
My mom has collected Madame Alexander dolls for around 40 years. I showed her this doll and she really gave it a thorough going-over. Mom thought it was great and ended up buying one for one of my nieces for Christmas.






