Showing posts with label baby gift. Show all posts
Showing posts with label baby gift. Show all posts

Sunday, August 24, 2014

Nuby Icy Bite Teether (Ages 3M+)

Nuby Icybite Hard/Soft Teeting KeysMy daughter actually quite likes this teether, and it seems to sooth her for a while when her gums are playing up. She's 4 1/2months old and the packaging says for 4months+, we were given this as a gift, not bough from Amazon.

I was watching her chew on it for a while, and she was really going for it, quite content and then I noticed the blood dripping form her lip. She was chewing on the ring, not the keys, where the Nuby logo is, the lettering is slightly raised, and apparently sharp, as it has cut her gum. She's now sore and crying and getting blood all over everything. Her teeth have not yet come through, so it's not from her own tooth, it really was the ring. I'm writing a stern letter to Nuby, as this is not acceptable.

I don't like the hard plastic logo which can be abrasive to gums. The hard plastic key bases aren't good either. The frozen gel doesn't seem to remain cooler longer than the water-based ones. At least the keys can reach the molars. It's BPA and latex free, but they use a variety of different chemical elastomers for the ring and for the sides of the key bases.

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This was one of my son's favorite toys. And it did a great job of relieving his teething tension. Then one day I noticed that his teeth were scratching off the white paint on the red logo at the center of the main ring. Sine then, we have retired the toy since I do not want him eating the paint. It's too bad it was not constructed better since he loved it so much.

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If there was an option for zero stars, that is what I would've rated this product. After letting my 6 month old use this product as intended (for teething!) for less than one hour, I noticed the white paint around the "Nuby" logo was actually chipping off!! I will not purchase Nuby products again and hope this product is recalled soon. Babys should not be eating paint!!

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These are just okay. I figured since they were called "icy bite" that you would be able to freeze them, but according to the product instructions you are only supposed to cool them in the refrigerator. Doing that doesn't seem to get them very cold. My son plays and chews on them occasionally, but doesn't seem enamored with them. He definitely prefers his Nuby Softeez teethers as far as the texture goes. If these can't be frozen they're basically just keys and there are cheaper and better ones out there.

Thursday, August 21, 2014

Mobile Blossom Butterfly

Mobile Blossom ButterflyMy son is 6 weeks old, and we bought this when he was about 4 weeks and hung it above his changing table. He's been staring at it for a couple weeks but now he smiles and follows the butterflies when I spin them. He's started talking to them. I like that it's made of fabric so it's soft, each bug detaches with magnets and the center part which is mirrors and bells also Velcros off to be each own toy. I also really like that even those it's 'butterflies' it's not very girly and goes with our bug theme. I will definitely purchase more Haba toys in the future.

This mobile is perfect. It is very good quality for the price. It looks great and my 3 month old daughter likes it. The "butterflies" are attached by magnets so they can be taken off and played with. The colors are vibrant but not over the top. Although the butterflies don't look like actual butterflies, they are very cute. I also like that it hangs from the ceiling and doesn't play music. Over all very pleased with this mobile!

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My daughter loved this mobile. The butterflies come off and are rattles, which is a fun touch. It washed great because its plush. The colors are vibrant, a bit more on the pastel side, and to me, it seems more befitting for a girls room.

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Sunday, August 3, 2014

Early Years Rocket Baby Activity Set

Early Years Rocket Baby Activity SetI bought this for my daughter (11 mo.) because she really enjoys the Melissa & Doug-type fill and spill toys. She's at an age where she LOVES unpacking things (my purse, her diaper bag, my husband's gym bag), so I was hoping to give her another, more age-appropriate alternative. This toy captured her attention right away. The flying saucer and shooting star rattle when shaken, the moon crinkles, the alien is a bean bag, and the puppy barks, so there are lots of things to do and explore. My daughter smiles every time the puppy barks, and she seems particularly fond of the moon and the star.

We have already found lots of ways to play with this toy. She is very interested in learning the names of objects right now, and this toy is great for that. She'll point at one of the pieces, we'll name it ("star"), she'll move on to the next one ("puppy"), and so on. She also likes to practice "sharing" by giving me one of the pieces and waiting for me to to hand it back. And, of course, the pieces are fun for throwing, shaking, and chewing. So far, we've gotten a lot of play out of it.

The only drawback is that it's tough for her little hands to pull some of the pieces out. If you stuff everything into the rocket, she can get the objects at the top without much trouble, but she can't pull them from all the way down in the bottom. The manufacturer's suggested age for this toy is 12+ months, so she may just be a bit young for it. In the mean time, we help her get the toys from the bottom of the rocket, or we put them in a larger container for her. Overall, she enjoys this toy quite a bit.

This is an awesome product. Includes 5 little space-theme toys that all fit inside the rocketship, and there's even a window so the "astronaut" can peek out. Every piece does something (rattle, crinkle, etc.) so it all holds my 1 year old's attention. He loves taking all the things out and putting them back in. Plus there is a decent mirror on the bottom of the rocketship too, plus a ring on top if you wanted to sttach it to a car seat, stroller, etc. Couldn't find anything like this in the toy store but very glad I found it here.

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My one year old nephew received this gift from my husband and I for his first birthday. He loves it! The toys fit perfectly into his little hands and they are made of a very soft velvety material. His favorite is the astronaut dog who barks. This is the perfect crib toy for him to play with in the mornings so his mom can get a little extra sleep.

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I bought this set for my niece on her 1st birthday, and it was an instant hit. Each toy has a different texture so she loves to grab them all. The only downfall is that the toys are a tight squeeze into the rocket... I'd like it better if she could put them in/take them out on her own. Still a great buy, though.

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My son is 8 months and likes playing with his truck more then this rocket ship.Well he actually shows no interest in it yet. I think I play with it more. I love the dog that barks and it is so soft. Overall I am very happy with it. It is well made.

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Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Webkinz Pug Charm

Webkinz Pug CharmAt just over $138, this charm is not really a good value for the money. Unless, of course, it is made out of solid gold.

I don't really consider this a toy. It is a great Webkinz product and the kids really love charms. I bought this specifically because my grandchildren love Webkinz and they also have a real life PUG. So it was not really meant as a toy , but more as something they really care about. In that respect it is very special to them and to me. So it was a good buy.

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My Daughter was thrilled to open this on Christmas Eve!!!!!! Alot more durable then they look-they are actually pretty heavy. Was a little mix up with the product, but it was fixed above and beyond expectations!!!!

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Monday, July 14, 2014

Gund Lolly Giraffe 11" Plush

Gund Lolly Giraffe 11' PlushI bought this for a baby shower gift. It was very cute, not cheap-looking at all, and it was larger than I expected. Recipient seemed to really like it. It will be nice a s a decoration until baby can play with it. I would definitely buy this again.

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Saturday, July 5, 2014

Baby Walker

Baby WalkerI researched many walkers before purchasing this one. Its made from wood and metal and is incredible quality. Its so sturdy. My son is 28 pounds at 10 months old and for him learning to walk this is perfect. No matter how hard he pulls on it or falls while using it, it does not tip over. My son can crouch behind it and pull up to standing and it does not tip over. I think its because the handle is shaped in a way that directs any force downward to prevent any tipping. The wheels have a rubber tread on them that lets it go smoothly on carpet and slows it down on our hardwood and tile. My little boy pulled up on the handle and walked behind it (for the first time ever) the day we got it! He loves his little wagon and pushes it all over the house. We put his teddy and some blocks in there or a favorite book and he screeches with delight that hes pushing those things around. BTW the walker is great empty too...you dont have to weight it down at all like some of the plastic ones.

This is such great quality, and a beautiful product and Im so glad we got it. Its going to last for this baby and future babies and beyond.

I purchased a similar Galt walker 18 years ago for my one year old son and his younger brother. Now, as I open a home child care service, I am delighted to see that it is still available with some new features such as the bent handle for even greater stability and the wheels are still rubberized for great traction and resistance. It was super sturdy before and is still! The new paint job is a bonus, too.

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I did a lot of reading reviews of all the wooden baby walkers and decided to go with this one just a few days before our kid's 1st birthday. It's not the $140-200 version of a wooden walker, but it's also not plastic or toxic-paint-fumed wood. I am thrilled with this purchase! The price is perfect for a well-crafted wooden cart, and with Prime shipping it arrived on her birthday as promised. Our daughter isn't walking yet on her own, but she immediately pulled up on this and took off, happy with her independence and smiling proudly. A few minutes later her friend had climbed in it, and our daughter pushed her around, both of them laughing hysterically. Obviously a toy like this should not be used unsupervised, because it could tip over and cause injury, but this really is a stable walker, low to the ground, good rubber grip on the wheels with a really well-made handle. Every day since we got it our kid spends lots of time pushing it around, then crawling in it and holding on while we push her around. Yes you will spend a good amount of time pushing your kid around in it, and the handle is kid-size, so bend your knees and try to keep your back straight. We took it outside, and she instantly started putting rocks and grass in it and pushing that around to unload it somewhere else. She also got in it one day and started propelling herself forward by rolling the wheels. It's amazing all the concepts she is putting together with this one item.

I had debated about this version vs the Original Activity Walker Supports Those First Steps, and after we realized that one is actually smaller than the blue/red one we went with this one. I'm glad we did. This one is still very small (and we have a tiny house), but if it was any smaller our daughter wouldn't be able to crawl in and out of it, which at this point is very important to her. I see her enjoying this for a long time, even after she walks solo, pushing her toys around and scaring the cats and dogs.

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My family owns a toy shop and this is the ONLY baby walker we sold as you cannot find better, sturdier, safer and well designed. The handle is shaped so that babies that cannot walk yet can pull themselves up safely without the walker tipping over (even with nothing in the wagon). The wheels have a center of rubber so that they do not slide even on wooden floors, also (as my mother was most concerned about) was the wooden front being rammed into furniture the design is so well done, the wheels come out about 1" from the front so that all that hits on the furniture is the rubber of the wheels and does not leave marks (even on wood). Prices vary, but i would pay ANYTHING for this, but nicely enough, it is one of the cheapest on the market especially for wood. Good luck trying to get your hands on these though as they seem to be sold out all over the place i had to put in 7 different orders to get 1, but it is worth it!

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We've been using this wagon for two years nowand it is wonderful! Heavy, so that it does not tip over when my son leans on the handlebars, but still maneuverable for a 1-3 year-old. We have been really hard on this wagonit's been used inside, outside, left out in the rain accidentally, used for rock and leaf collecting... we will need new tires for it soon, but that is more out of wear and tear. This wagon is built like a tank, and has been a lot of fun for our son.

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Saturday, June 7, 2014

11" Treetops Giraffe

11' Treetops GiraffeI got this as a gift for my son and once I opened it I very much contemplated keeping it for myself!! Its so cuddly, so soft, so perfectly smushy!! I also had this gift packaged and it came perfectly boxed. I was a little hesitant buying a stuffed animal off Amazon, only bcs I like to feel the material its made with and I didnt know if it was just a good advert picture... but I had to try and Im so glad I did!! I am not worried about my 11 month old son nom'ing on any part of this stuffed animal.

I have been looking for this specific stuffed toy for ages. My son loves it. The material is very soft and just the right size for my two year old.

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I bought this for a girl who I was talking to at the time, and she loved it. She named him "Raffa" and it was honestly the softest and cuddliest thing i've ever had my hands on. This childrens toy ended up scoring me big points. Would buy a million of these and lay on them.

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My youngest grandson is now one and this darling stuffed toy was the perfect gift for his Christmas. He has 4 siblings so he needed a recognizable night-companion and this is just the thing. It is very soft and perfectly sized for a toddler.

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Monday, May 5, 2014

100% Organic Cotton Stuffed Multi Fruit Tote--Fresh Organic Fruit Basket

100% Organic Cotton Stuffed Multi Fruit Tote--Fresh Organic Fruit BasketI am very pleased with this item. My 1 yr old loves it. They are perfect sizes for little hands. The faces on the fruits are so precious. The "basket" is a great size. My daughter carries it around like a purse. When all the fruits are in the basket, they are nice and snug so they dont constantly fall out. But easy of course to get in and out. We love this!

My 4 month old LOVES these fruit. When he sees them he throws his hands into the air and squeals. His favorite portion right now is the basket. I think the bright red contrasting stripes are visually stimulating and the braided handle provides interesting texture. All the fruit have interesting textures to explore.

It seems every few years, a new chemical used in manufacturing plastics is discovered to be toxic to babies (like BPA, PVC, and now thalates), and I like that with these toys, I won't need to worry about the next toxic chemical that hasn't yet been researched.

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Very cute, and the organic cotton makes it safe for my child to chew on. It is much smaller than expected, however. Each fruit is only about 4 inches long (give or take).

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I love this toy! I recently bought it for my friend's daughter and fell in love with it when I received it. It is well made and the fact that it is organic and made with care is very important in a time when many toys are being carelessly manufactured. The faces on the veggies are adorable and the basket can be used to tote the veggies or other little items around by tiny hands. I highly recommend this item.

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I purchased this fruit tote before my daughter Clara was born. We have found that they are just the right size for little hands to hold & little mouths to chew on. Clara (now 6 mos) has hugged, chewed and batted at them since she was just a few weeks old. The watermelon, pear and grapes fit very nicely when 'threaded' through 'C' clips that come with activity mats. Clara's activity mat came with some hard toys to dangle from C clips over her head & we discovered very quickly that the fruit were a better choice since she would bat at them & get hit in the head & since the hard plastic toys were also not good for chewing. We also use C clips to dangle these from her infant car seat handle. I don't have to worry about lead or other toxic chemicals in these toys. Clara likes the firmer 'grapes' as well as the pear's leaves and banana's peel for chewing. These toys are very cute. They are the most used toys she has.

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Friday, May 2, 2014

Sesame Street 54in x 96in Plastic Tablecover

Sesame Street 54in x 96in Plastic TablecoverThis table cloth is for my niece's 2nd bday in August. She's going to love all of the Sesame Street Characters being on it. Loved how quickly it arrived (even though we still have a ton of time, lol) and the quality of the table cloth.Better than what we would've gotten at the Dollar Store.

I like the color and the characters in the product ... but the quality is not that good. It's not durable.

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Monday, April 21, 2014

Bright Starts Take & Teethe Apple

Bright Starts Take & Teethe AppleActually my baby dosn't play with it at all. I guess it's too heavy for him... He is 5 months, 68 cm and 8 kg for now. Maybe when he'll grow a little and become stronger it would be ok.

Friday, March 21, 2014

K's Kids I Am the Boss

K's Kids I Am the BossI bought this as a Christmas present for my 7 month old son and he absolutely loves it. He will sit in the dinaosaur and kick the balls around, a great way to learn balance while sitting and kicking. I'd say the best toy we own. When we take it to go we throw other toys in such as blocks and rattles and he's set. Even our friends 18m and 3y old couldn't resist playing with it.

The only think you might want to know that other people haven't mentioned is that the included balls are soft and tend to dent. they are not like the hard balls in a ball pit at chuck-e-cheese. I consider this a good thing as they are safer for babies or toddlers when they fall on them.

Great Product.

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This was my grandson's favorite birthday present. I had thought about getting it for Christmas and I wish I had (he was 6 months then). He loves diving into the balls, passing them out, and putting them back in. He can learn counting and colors with the balls. It went with them when they went on vacation this summer. Picking up the balls can be tedious and my daughter threatens to send it home with me! At least it doesn't sing or make noise!

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This colorful, well-made dinasour continues to bring laughs and excitement to my 9 month old grandson. We toss the balls out, we toss the balls in! We have lots of fun and I would highly recommend this toy.

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The product showed up perfectly just as expected and the amount of balls it comes with is perfect. I got this for my nephew for his 1st BDay because he's obsessed with balls and I thought going this route instead of a full on ball pit would keep my brother in law from coming after me! well the balls still get all over the floor but he has fun popping them in and out of the lil holes on the sides. I would say it's more for younger babies though... it only holds his attention for a few mins and then he's over it and it's not the whole 'surrounded by balls' effect, but the toy does its job and is everything it claims to be.

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Monday, February 17, 2014

Mickey Mouse and Friends Squeeze Toy Set - 5-Pc

Mickey Mouse and Friends Squeeze Toy Set - 5-PcI love this toy set because the characters are so vivid and smiley. They are actually big, not like some sets that you can barely see the figure. Also the colors are great. It is overall a beautiful classic toy set that any age child can enjoy. Best Mikey product in my opinion.

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Whoozit Baby Tizoo

Whoozit Baby TizooMy daughter got this as a gift at birth and it is her favorite toy. I have had not problems with quality. We bring it everywhere to entertain her.

I was very excited to put this toy in my daughter's stocking for Christmas. I thought it would be very intriguing with the colors, small mirrored nose and noise makers. My daughter rarely plays with it. The threading in between two of the strips came undone. I don't think it will affect the safety of the item, but for the price I paid, I expect a better quality.

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My daughter still loves this and she is a little over a year old now. It's not her favorite toy anymore, but she still loves chewing on the heart.

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A definite favorite with my 4 month old. Lots to look at. Well made and great bright colors. She likes the squeaking nose

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Bought this when my daughter was 4 months old and she still plays with it now that she is 10 months old the nose squeeks there is a little mirror under it. The heart on the bottom also squeeks and the two flowers on the top have a little rattle in them. She enjoys the colors and sound of this toy. Would buy again if it rips.

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Sunday, January 26, 2014

Baby Born Giggle and Play

Baby Born Giggle and Playmy four year old granddaughter loved it. She is tiny for her age, but this doll was just right for little hands!! She love the way it just constantly giggled when you just walked by!!

Friday, January 24, 2014

Chewy Tube Red

Chewy Tube RedMy son is on the autism spectrum, has sensory issues and had tics--one is a biting tic. The Chewy Tubes are safe and easy to clean. They really help. He seems to prefer the green one, but this one is still a winner.

Great tool for my daughter's oral exercises. Recommended by her therapist. Sturdy, easy to hold and just the right size for my daughter to bite down on with her molars

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This product is great for what it is suppose to be for. It didn't work well for my daughter, though. It's a bit too hard for her delicate gums.

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I'm glad Amazon is carrying this product, we used to buy from a specialty place at higher price. My daughter grinds her teeth, and she will chew on this in place of the grinding we have to remind her a lot. Lasts pretty long, but replace when it begins to break will break as a bite hole or split, but pieces do not fall off or anything like that. She also likes the green one with bumps. We only use the "T" shape.

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These are good for kids who like to chew things, but if they are and intense chewer they will probably end up chewing right through it.

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Under The Nile Flat Mouse Lovie

Under The Nile Flat Mouse LovieI bought this gift for my new nephew. The construction is very durable and material is 100% organic cotton. Can be used as is for child to gnaw on, or wet and put in freezer. Very satisfied with this item.

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Friday, November 22, 2013

Shining Stars Pegasus

Shining Stars PegasusThese toys are soft and adorable! On top of that you're giving them a real star! How cool is that? Half of my grandkids are now planning to be astronauts! They use the Nasa site to check on their stars and usually end up widening their search. The teens and preteens really enjoy the game site. In addition to all this a portion of the profits goes to children's charities. I have rarely been happier with a gift I've purchased.

I gave this Shining Star Pegasus to my seven year old granddaughter for Christmas. When she opened the package, she just looked at it and put it aside. I guess it will just be thrown in with the rest of her stuffed animals.

The only educational value that I can see with this toy is the fact that she went on the computer to register it. However, there are so many stuffed animals on the market now that can be registered, this is just one more to find a place to display it after the registration. I thought that it was kind of cute, but she didn't seem all that thrilled with it. No more of these as gifts unless she specifically asks for one.

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Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Baby Genius ~Vinko Sings the Hits

Baby Genius ~Vinko Sings the HitsThis was our second Vinko as the other one got lost in a trip. My 4 year old Grandson had it when he was a wee one and this one is just as much fun. So glad Iwas able to find this one

I am very happy with my purchase because it is a discontinued item and it was an excellent price. My grandson is going to love it!

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Sunday, November 3, 2013

Nuby Precious Moments Girl Angel Prayer Doll - Spanish

Nuby Precious Moments Girl Angel Prayer Doll - SpanishI purchased this gift as a baptizing gift. I want the only one with this great idea as the grandma of the baby also got her one :). Over all I am highly satisfied with this purchase.

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Tolo Toys Puzzle Ball

Tolo Toys Puzzle BallThis ball comes apart and is very easy to put together. It's only two pieces with a cilindrical rattle that goes in the middle. The clickers and squeakers get ignored, but my daughter loves rolling the ball and taking it apart to rebuild it.

My son is almost two, I got this for him when he was around 12 months old. The individual parts make ok rattles, but the puzzle ball was too difficult for him to take apart or put together when he was one. I'm not sure if he could do it now because he has little interest in it. The squeekers are hard for a small child to operate and the ball is large for small hands.

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This is Tolo Toys quality very good. It makes a rattle noise, there are buttons to push that squeak, and the red knobs turn. It is three, interlocking pieces. My 14-month old is not captivated by it, however.

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