Showing posts with label modern baby toys. Show all posts
Showing posts with label modern baby toys. Show all posts

Saturday, August 16, 2014

Little Tikes Cozy Push & Ride Coupe

Little Tikes Cozy Push & Ride CoupeMy husband and I really loved this toy, especially the functionality of the removable handle, so we took our son to the local Toys R' Us to try it out. My son absolutely loved it, but he kept sliding down in the seat and trying to climb out. We looked at a few other competitor's models and found them to have safety belts, which made them preferable. We cannot understand why a company as large as Little Tykes that specializes in children's toys does not comprehend the need for a safety belt on their ride on toys! Anyway, we read one of the reviews on this toy where a woman ordered a replacement belt for the toddler high back swing from the Little Tykes website and drilled and cut holes in this car and added this seat belt to make it safer. Well, we found a better way of installing a seat belt. A competitor, Step 2, has a product called the "Push Around Buggy" which has a seat belt that screws into the car. I went to their website and called their phone number and ordered a replacement belt for their item, which only costs around $2.50! What a deal! Well, all you have to do is screw the seat belt straps into each side of the car and viola', you have a safer version of the Little Tykes Cozy Push and Ride Car. We sincerely hope Little Tykes will catch on to parent's concerns about the safety of their little ones and make sure all of their ride on toys are equipped with a safety belt!

I bought this toy as an alternative to my stroller for taking walks around the neighborhood. My son (I bought this for him at 17 months) would get bored in the stroller, so I thought this would be fun. Well, he does really like this car, but there are some issues with it. First, there is no safety belt, so your child can attempt to stand whenever the desire moves them. Second, when pushing him on cement it is extremely loud (my husband wanted me to stop using it for this reason alone--I cannot overemphasize how loud this thing is! We were concerned with hearing loss). Last, although there is a cup holder on the inside for baby, it would be nice to have some type of holder on the exterior for the parents--to hold a beverage, or keys or something. If the wheels were redesigned to make this toy quieter, an exterior cup holder added, and especially a safety belt added I would give this 5 stars. For now, I give it 3.

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Prior to purchasing this sweet ride, my son had the ridden many a mile in the standard Little Tikes Cozy Coupe. After suffering through days of back pain, I realized their had to be a better way...well, this is it. This car had 2 distinct advantages over the cozy coupe:

1) The removable push handle..saves the old back. Also allows me to push for longer periods of time, and this has all but replaced our stroller.

2) Removable floorboard...although my son wanted to be pushed in the cozy coupe, he would sometimes forget to lift his feet, thus scraping his toes and causing many "ouchies"...removable floorboard prevents this in push mode. He can always remove when ready to push himself in Flintstone mode.

Bottom line: This vehicle is more versatile than the cozy coupe. There's nothing the cozy coupe can do that this vehicle can't.

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I bought this for my son when he was 9 months old. He too got bored with the stroller. I loved the built in cup holder! The only problem was that since the floorboard was in he would try to stand up. There was no seat belt to secure him in. We found a way to fix the problem: We cut off the staps off an old grocery shopping cart and bolted them into the back of the car. This completely worked and was a life safer. So if anyone needs a seat belt try that.

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My 20 month-old got this for Christmas, and I have never seen him so excited over a toy! He calls for his "cah-cah" (car-car) the first thing every morning and basically has to be pried from it for eating or nap time. He loves the opening door. Since he's a bigger baby, he's just the right size to push it with his feet, but for longer walks, it's a must to have the floorboard in so his feet won't drag.

I was a little surprised that this version of the Cozy Coupe is a good bit smaller than the original Coupe without the push-bar. My five year old is way to big for it, although it's perfect for my 20 month old when the floorboard is out. With the floorboard in, he still fits in it, but his knees are almost up by the steering wheel because the floorboard sits pretty high. He doesn't mind at all, though, and seems realy comfortable when we go for walks.

I thought the suggestion from another reviewer about ordering a replacement screw-in seat belt for a similar push and ride car from the Step 2 company was ingenious. I've called and ordered one, since having a seat belt seems necessary for going on walks. My son also sometimes tries to stand up and climb out while I'm pushing it.

Also, another review from a few years ago commented on how LOUD these plastic wheels are on pavement or concrete. After reading her comment and remembering how loud my older son's regular Cozy Coupe was, I went out and bought 2 rolls of black electrical tape and wound half of each roll around the middle part of each wheel, making a kind of cushiony strip around the middle of each. I think it helped with noise a lot, and the black tape is hardly noticable. If you've already used the car outside, you might need to clean the wheels and dry them so the tape will stick.

I do wish the car were a bit bigger and had a seatbelt, but all in all, I think my son (and me and Dad) will really get a lot of enjoyment out of it!

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Gund Jesus Loves Me Lamb Huggybuddy 18" Blanket

Gund Jesus Loves Me Lamb Huggybuddy 18' BlanketI got this for my friend's baby's baptism and everyone at the baptism party was delighted by it because it's so cute and soft. The baby wasn't so sure about it at first, but she's barely 3 months old and the lamb is about as as big as she is right now! I'm sure that she'll like it when she gets a little older and it will be a sweet reminder of her baptism :).

I ordered this Huggybuddy Blanket for my granddaughter and I cannot wait to give it to her! The lamb's face is adorable! The face and outside is Gund fuzzy fabric, the inside is a satiny smooth lining. I can imagine her snuggling up with this sweet blanket for years to come!

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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

IQ Baby Knock-Knock Blocks

IQ Baby Knock-Knock BlocksI purchased these for the young (under one year) daughter of an acquaintance. They are an unusually good set of blocks, being soft, multicolored, and with varying designs. Some have peek-a-boo windows and doors, and some have rattles inside. The only possible drawback is that the "windows and doors" could become torn lose with extended use, but they are a good value and would be expected to last as a young baby grows. They come in a convenient zippered storage case which has some baby features. I would rate these as a "best buy" for young babies.

These blocks are soft, colourful, with fun flaps and interesting picturesjust the sort of toy every parent thinks their kid would want. So, I bought these blocks when my daughter was 6 months old (she's 2.5 now) and like the previous reviewer's child, she never really liked payed them more than a moments attention. I thought they might be more of a hit with my son (who is now 7 months old), but so far they've been a flop too. It's a shame as before I had kids I bought them for all my friends with babies thinking they'd be great toys.

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Our daughters love playing with these blocks, but now that they are teething and chewing on them, the color is coming off on their skin. I wiped drool off a block with a white rag and was surprised the color rubbed right off on it also. We do not want to see our children ingesting dye from their toys.

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I purchased these for my 5 month old daughter. They are wonderful. The only problem is they are a little big for small hands to hold on to. Also they could be a little softer. All in all she loves the colors and noises. I feel they are a good value for the price.

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This is the perfect block set for small babies. Interesting textures, peek-a-boo windows and pictures fascinate my daughter and I don't have to worry about her falling on them as she toddles by. I looked for blocks like these for my first child but couldn't find them.

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Sunday, July 13, 2014

Fisher-Price Little People Disney Princess: Ariel's Coach

Fisher-Price Little People Disney Princess: Ariel's CoachMy 3-year old daughter has the Fisher-Price Little People Princess Palace Fisher-Price Little People Disney Princess Songs Palace which is one of her all-time favorites. In fact, she loved it so much that we (my wife and me) thought that the Ariel Coach would be the perfect accessory. While it is fun it doesn't quite reach the level of the Princess Palace.

Notes -

When you press Sebastian you get a variety of sound effect, and the occasional playing of the song "Under the Sea"

The carriage/coach has spots for both Ariel and Eric, but unfortunately, they do not fit snugly in their seats. So when they go on rides in their coach they have a tendency to fall out.

I worry about the long-term durability of the coach. It seems like the connection between the coach and the seahorse is weak and could snap.

When placed in the Princess Palace Ariel is fully interactive and has 5 or 6 saying. Eric on the other hand, only plays the dance music (and for what it is worth.... just like beast)...nothing more or nothing else.

The wheel on the sea horse is not perfectly round (on purpose) so that it gives the impression that seahorse is swimming through the water.

Batteries are included and it does not require any assembly.

Final Verdict A nice accessory to the Disney Princess Palace, but it certainly does not offer the same long-term as the castle. I would certainly recommend it to fans of "The Little Mermaid", but for others you may find that Ariel and Eric get played with more than the Carriage/Coach.

3 1/2 Stars

Not the most "fun" of toys for the money when it comes to little people toys. I would rate it okay. Wish it played more than the 4 short tidbits that it does. My daughter just keeps hitting the button to listen to the same little segment over and over so I just wish that was a little longer. These little people do not have the same shape as the other little people and fall out of the coach all the time.

UPDATE Jan 21, 2013:

My daughter loves to play with Ariel and Eric but really only with the princess palace. I understand the reasoning behind why the bottoms are the way they are but she doesn't really play with the coach at all because the figures constantly fall out. I'll keep it at 3 stars though because they are pretty cool to put in the palace. :)

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My daughter in nearing 4 and very interested in the Disney princesses. That said, I am not sure the age span for this as noted "5yrs"...Little people products are very durable and have held up nicely in the past, but do seem a little for younger children. That said, my daughter is more interested in the "character" aspect of Ariel and Eric than anything. She'll play with this for a good amount of time.

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I bought this for my little niece and she LOVES it. It even plays the Little Mermaid theme music, it's really cute

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We have the Princess Castle and I thought my child would enjoy this coach since she LOVES Ariel. The person who designed this obviously didn't ever play with it. These Little People have a different bottom than regular Little People. The place where Ariel and Eric sit do not hold them into place. If you try to make the coach drive around with them, they come flying out. If you have other Little People, they will stay in it, but that is hardly the point.

Oh, and you might want to know that the Ariel that comes with it does work with the castle, but it says the same thing as the other Ariel wearing the pink dress. I actually found this on the Walmart website and only paid $10. It really isn't worth much more than that.

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Thursday, June 19, 2014

Taggies 19" Plush, Big Buddy Dog

Taggies 19' Plush, Big Buddy Dogbought this for our 7 month old. he loves all the taggies and we will be giving this to him for xmas :)

My grandson has a smaller version of the same dog. When I ordered the dog I was under the impression that it only came in one size thus did not go any further. I would have preferred the smaller size as it would match his current dog. He carries his smaller dog just about everywhere and we thought it would be nice to also have one at our house. He so far will have nothing to do with the larger dog, he is 18 months and maybe as he gets a little bigger he will. We will keep the dog. But it would have been nice to know that it came in different sizes. My fault I guess as I assumed it did not.

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Thursday, June 12, 2014

LeapFrog LeapStart Learning Gym

LeapFrog LeapStart Learning GymWe thought this gym would be so much fun for our 5 month old grandaughter,but she is bored with the lie down mobile.The music and words are nice,but there is really nothing you can do with the mobile.So we switched to sit up mode,as she sits pretty well for awhile.What a disappointment!HER ARMS ARE TOO SHORT TO REACH THE BEAUTIFUL SPINNING GLOBE,or the other fun sounding,colorful activities.She is a big baby,but she would have to be 6 inches taller or standing to even reach the gym.What were they thinking?Better for an older baby,7 or 8 months old at least!

I think this is really neat, and it has a catchy song, but I can't tell you how fast is goes through batteries. I finally got fed up with putting new batteries in it so often (and my kids used it, but they didn't use it THAT much!), that by the time they were old enough to use it sitting up, I got sick of it and put it away.

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All in all I really like this toy... However, I feel that it is for older babies (i.e. 7-8 months).

The whole look of the toy is great... the spinning globe is wonderful. I haven't used it in infant mode but mostly because my son hates being on his back. I have it in sit-up mode but he's too young to sit on his own so the only way he really gets to play with the toy is by my bracing him while he stands (which isn't as bad as it sounds).

I have to say I really love the fact that approaches different languages in a fun, interesting way both through `abc's' and music.

It plays great music and generally I love Leapfrog toys and I appreciate this one I just can't wait to see how he responds to the toy when he's a little older.

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Great idea on educational front but it looks like Leapstart failed to do some testing of the product on real babies. My daughter is almost 6moths old and she can't reach any of the controls except for the moving mobile! And this is branded as a "Birth +" toy?! We might have to put this away until she's either bigger or until she can sit upright on her own and use it in sitting position. Hopefully the sit-up position is better designed so she can reach the controls on her own. We'll see. PS: I just read reviews of my First Touch Leap Pad for 6months+ and it looks like the product is not age appropriate either. Very disappointing, Leapstart!

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This learning gym is awesome! I love that it's versatile enough so my baby can use it now, at 3 months, and continue to use it as he grows and learns to sit up. My son is a cranky baby because he has acid reflux and this is one of the few "toys" he has that he thoroughly enjoys!! He spends lots of time on the floor kicking his legs and arms about, chatting and smiling away at the blinking lights. He loves the music and really enjoys watching the spinning globe. I've read reviews of this toy with parents complaining that it's no good for an infant because they can't reach the buttons and such, but if you just invest the time in your child and help them play with it (spin the globe for them, push the buttons, etc) you will see their little faces light up with pure joy. I highly recommend this product!!!

Monday, June 9, 2014

Mommy & Me Spin'n Spray (Bear)

Mommy & Me Spin'n SprayMy 20 month old daughter loves this thing but now the spray on it is not working as well. All i can say is that u need to make sure u have NO hair in ur tub. This toy sucks teh water up through the botton and spits it out the spout so if you have any hair in the tub, like i did without knowing, ur in trouble. The toy sucked up the hair and now its tangles inside the spout where teh water comes out. So now, the water dosnt come out so much. There are tiny screws to take the toy apart but u need one of those mini screw drivers that are long to be able to fit into the little screw hole and reach way down to the screw. Im in the process of trying that as soon as i get a screw driver that will fit. I hope it works.

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Wet Wheels

Munchkin Wet Wheels Bath Toy, Colors May VaryOk... it may be obvious to some, but it wasn't to me. When I looked at the picture and it showed 2 bath toys and the title said "Toys" in the plural, I wrongly assumed that you were getting both bath toy(s) for the $7.99 price. Add the fact that nowhere in the shopping process are you allowed to select which toy you'd like to order (the dolphin or the turtle) and it all points to the fact that you're getting both. WRONG!! You get 1 toy, and you get no choice as to which one it is. This is especially important since we have twins, but I would have the same frustration if I only had 1 baby... it just feels like false advertising. Next time I'll know to inquire with customer service. Not only was I disappointed for not getting both, but when I realized I had payed $8 for 1 toy, I feel like it was overpriced for the small amount of plastic involved in making this.

So how do I rate the toy... it's a nice toy.. very simple and does all that it should do. Floats like it says... rolls like it says... and basically is a bath toy (duh!). Nothing special... but at 12 months, my kids would probably be happy with an empty plastic pop bottle in their bath. :-D

The picture had shown two toys when I bought this item and the title is Munchkin Wet Wheels Bath Toys which would also lead you to believe you would receive two toys. We only received the turtle and I thought there was a mistake with the order. I think $7.98 is too much money to spend on this bath toy. It would be a reasonable price if you received both toys.

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I bought this for my grand daughter last year for Christmas. It is a great bath toy but can also be played with at any time. She actually carried it in her purse. She likes to play with cars and things like her older cousin and this is so cute.

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This is my sons favorite bath toy. Very cute. As with all bath toys you just have to make sure they have a place to dry or it will get funky.

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Friday, April 25, 2014

Bright Starts Having a Ball Roll and Chase Bumble Bee

Bright Starts Having a Ball Roll and Chase Bumble BeeI purchaced this item from a store about a month ago and i am very pleased with it. It is my 2 and a half month old's fav. toy. She loves the bright colors, the flashing lights, music, and the spaztic movements. She plays with it for about 10-15 mins before being bored of it but she definitly loves this toy.

My sister-in-law purchased this toy for my 8 month old son who just started to crawl. He loves this toy and initially watched with amazement the mobility of this toy to move on it's own. After a few minutes, our son was chasing it and trying to tackle it with his little body. It's a little strange to see the toy move on it's own after a few minutes sitting idle, but it's not too loud or obnoxious either. All in all, I think it's a nice gift for a crawling baby.

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Grandma and Grandpa got this for our son. He LOVES it! It is his favorite toy, he carries it everywhere. It has survived extensive abuse and continues to work wonderfully. He has had this toy for months, and continues to play with it everyday. A great gift for babies and toddlers.

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My husband ordered this toy for our baby for Christmas. It looked like a cute toy that our child would have fun with. Everything was fine until we took the toy out of the box. As soon as the plastic tab was pulled from the battery compartment the toy promptly quit working. Thinking that perhaps the batteries chose that exact moment to go bad I got a screwdriver to attempt to replace them. The screw just turned and turned and would not come out. I worked on it quite a while before giving up and letting other people attempt to remove the screw. No such luck. Deciding that this toy was becoming more trouble than it was worth we contacted Amazon about returning this toy as defective. We were given instructions and a return label for returning the product. Just one more thing a parent that works full-time needs to deal with.

In the meantime a replacement Roll & Chase ball was shipped to us. My excitment about this quickly evaporated when I saw the condition of the replacement toy. The box was beat up and the ball was dirty and scuffed. Looked very much like a refurbished product. I was even more disappointed when I pushed the button to demonstrate the toy. It lit up and did what it was supposed to for about 2 seconds before cutting out. Ever the optimist, I thought maybe it would work once removed from the box. Once again as soon as the plastic tab was pulled out of the battery compartment this pile of junk stopped working. I wasn't even in the mood to try removing the screw to check the batteries. Once again we will have to go through the hassle of returning this product, only this time I DO NOT want another one.

We are extremely dissappointed with this product and the fact that one of the gifts that we got our baby for first Christmas turned out to be a complete dud. I'm just glad that our little one is too young to be dissappointed by this Christmas present. I would give this product zero stars if possible.

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Bought this item for my grandson. Works well on carpet and he seems to like it. It has helped him learn to crawl but it does take a minute for it start again. By this time he has found an interest in something else. Fun product and would purchase again.

Monday, March 24, 2014

Mary Meyer Cheery Cheeks Carefree Cow, 12"

Mary Meyer Cheery Cheeks Carefree Cow, 12'The Carefree Cow is super cute and soft, perfect for baby & toddler, but if you have bought Mary Meyer Cheery Cheeks in the past, as I have, they are making them a lot cheaper now. They DO NOT weigh what Amazon has written: 14.4 oz, it's more like 7.7 ounces, so they are a lot lighter, not as much beans in them anymore, which is disappointing. They are also about 2 inches shorter than advertised and shorter than my lion that I bought a year and a half ago. It's too bad they are doing that now because they are really cute stuffed animals. Because they are lighter weight, they don't sit as well, either because they don't have as much in their bottoms & tummies. I bought the dog, too, and it's the same way.

This is so cute and cuddly . Very soft , Did I say cute! So glad I got this adorable cow. Will be giving it my great niece . I'm sure she will love it.

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Tuesday, February 25, 2014

Mary Meyer EarthMates, Fuzz That Wuzz 100% Recycled, Purrzzzz Cat, 14 inches

Mary Meyer EarthMates, Fuzz That Wuzz 100% Recycled, Purrzzzz Cat, 14 inchesThis cat is simply adorable, high quality, and unique. This would be an excellent gift. And made in the USA!!!!

I purchased this toy for my oldest daughter when she was around six months old (she is now nearly two years old as of this writing). At the time, the fact that it was made of recycled bottles was a minor selling point frosting on my main concerns that the toy be durable and not have any small parts which could be pulled off and choked on. Unlike many plush toys, the eyes on Purrzzz are flat fabric sewn onto the face, a style I prefer as there is absolutely no chance that these could be chewed off and possibly choked on by a small child. Of course, given how much my daughter loves this toy, she's never attempted to chew on any part she will give him plenty of adoring squeezes in her little arms, however.

At a year, plus a few months old, this toy has aged remarkably well. When I first purchased it, this cat was somewhat stiff, however as my little girl has played with and loved him, he has become softer and more cuddly. The wearing of his "coat" is akin to that of an old blanket the type which gets "nubblies" as it is used. However, despite being loved sometimes roughly by an active little girl, none of the stitching has come loose, nor are there any tears in the material. Cleaning is relatively hassle-free as one can spot-clean any immediate stains or, for a deeper clean, put the toy in a pillow case and throw it in the washer on a cold, gentle cycle (just remember: cats don't like water). I recommend air-drying afterwards, or putting the dryer on the lowest setting (keeping the toy protected in the pillow case), if you must.

The practicality of this plush toy in considering the safety of a small child was a huge selling point for me. That coupled with my daughter's love for her "Mr. Cat," as he has been named, leave me no option but to give Purrzzz five stars. When a little girl won't go to bed without her one special plushie, there is no stronger endorsement.

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I love this cat's expression, his markings, and the fact that he's "green." Feels sturdy, likely to hold up well after years of playing. Happy to give him a home!

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Friday, January 17, 2014

Disney Pooh Certified Organic Plush

Disney Pooh Certified Organic PlushThis is a great stuffed animal. My daughter received all four of them as birthday gifts from her grandparents. She loves them. But, they all have rattles somewhere inside of them. I suppose that I am kind of old fashioned. I like stuffed animals because they do not make noise. Alas, all of these do. If I had been aware of this, I would have suggested different versions of the Pooh characters.

I wish the filling was also organic but I love that this Pooh is organic and washable. Pooh goes everywhere with us, eats with us, etc. so it's great to be able to through him in the washing machine.

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I bought this at a store for my 2.5 year old daughter, just days after seeing the movie for the first time. She noticed it, and yelled "Pooh Bear"! I could not resist. I felt like it was very familiar looking, the packaging. I immediately looked for the brand and was happy to see that it was by Miyim. I bought my 7 month old son several toys by this brand. Yes, I know the brand is from China and their products are made there. But what isn't these days? Anyways, this brand is the only one I support from China, because there material is organic, and it is near impossible to find organic in a stuff toy that my daughter would enjoy. She has not let go of it since we bought it for her two days ago. It has such a sweet old world, faded vintage look to the colors. She will have it forever. It is a timeless plush toy and I am so glad that we got it for her. As she grows more into the film and the characters I intend on getting her all of the characters. Love it!

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My 4-year-old son has a Miyim bear that he loves. He's into Pooh now, the chapter books. Thought he'd enjoy the Pooh and Tigger, but the bell inside the toys is not only annoying, but makes the toy very babyish--though I don't know any baby that could nap listening to it. Why, Miyim, why wreck an otherwise great toy? Not sure if I'm going to do surgery and cut the bells out (though I can feel they are quite large) or return them. They were supposed to be Christmas gifts.

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Yes, there is a "rattle", but it is not loud or annoying. It is more of a light tinkling. I love that it's organic since my son sucks the ears. This is his lovey in his crib and when I put him down for his naps or at night he immediately rolls to his side and hugs his Pooh! It's light enough for a baby to maneuver but solid enought that I'm not worried about leaving it in his crib while he's sleeping. Plus the tinkling is nice to hear over the monitor to let me know he's awake!

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Tuesday, December 24, 2013

13" Baby's First Giggles Doll - Yellow Outfit

13' Baby's First Giggles Doll - Yellow OutfitI bought this for my daughter because she picked it out at the store while we were shopping! She loved the way the baby giggled. The baby doll giggles so sweetly..but it's much cheaper in the stores than online. I don't recommend this doll for younger toddler because it's pretty hard to get the doll to giggle. But I must say, this is one of the dolls she will carry around with her...and hand it to me to make her giggle :)

This toy is very adorable I had picked out a much fancier doll for my daughter but when she saw this one, she just lit up and I knew it was the one for her. I was glad to see that it claimed to be machine washable. When we got it home, and took it out of the packaging, I was reading the directions, and it said that before laundering, you just have to remove the giggle box. I looked the doll over, and it appears that you have to actually open the seam to remove the box. There is no velcro opening. That doesn't really seem practical. Other than that, it is cute for the money.

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When I was on the website and saw this doll, I instantly thought perfect for my 4 month old granddaughter and I was right she loves it.

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I really thought this doll looked cuter online. It came wrapped in plastic, which I didn't like, since I was planning to give it as a gift and it made it look cheap. I have seen the dolls elsewhere in boxes, so maybe it's just the ones from Amazon ar packaged like this.

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Thursday, December 19, 2013

Sassy Earth Brights Wooden Happy Caterpillar Toy

Sassy Earth Brights Wooden Happy Caterpillar ToyI bought this toy for my 7 month old daughter. She really enjoyed playing/sucking with the bow tags. However, less than a month after having the toy, the stitching on the head of the caterpillar came apart and my daughter could have easily taken the stuffing out. I'm very disappointed with this product. Just shows that we as parents and caregivers need to regularly inspect the toys that our little ones play with.

I have contacted Sassy about this and I'm hoping that they will resolve the situation.

My four month-old loves this caterpillar! The combination of different fabrics and wood makes it a tactile delight. It must also be pretty tasty! I love that is mostly made of natural materials. The head squeaks and the "tail" make crinkly plastic bag noises when touched. All parts are securely attatched. To clean I wash it in the sink with a little dishsoap and warm water. I rinse it well and hang it over a chair to dry overnight. We own several other toys in this collection and I really like them all and my son is starting to know that he can explore more!

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I love this! I got it for my son (who is now 6 months). He has been playing with it for the past couple of months. He enjoys touching the different fabrics and sucking on all the different parts. I like the variety of textures and the visual appeal. I would definitely recommend it!

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These toys are SO great... have like three of them. Love that they aren't plastic. The fabric parts are soft! My son loves the crinkle parts. They are simple yet hold his attention amazingly!! Want to get more of them! Question tho: I'm thinking not, but does anyone know if these can be

washed? My son puked on one of them today :X

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Sent to my granddaughter.......they say she loves it, so it's rated top notch with me!!! She is 6 months 3 weeks!

Friday, November 15, 2013

Infantino Twist and Fold Activity Gym and Play Mat - Baby Animals

Infantino Twist and Fold Activity Gym and Play Mat - Baby AnimalsA perfect setting for baby to play without having to be in bed. So much to see and do, keeps baby entertained and well stimulated. Listen to the laughter!

Monday, November 4, 2013

Munchkin Lazy Buoys Bathtub Toys

Munchkin Lazy Buoys Bathtub ToysThese toys deserve 5 starts because there is no way these can get moldy. That happened to our other bath toys. And these look cute and fun for my baby.

This toy is very cheerful and fun, they have holes like a strainer and the water flow through in nice streams. I bought these for my baby when she started splashing around the tub (7 months old). She really loves the penguin and the walrus and plays with them even outside the bath. The toys are easy to clean and seem to be very sturdy. The size is perfect for my baby's little hands.

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I got these bath toys for my 15 month old nephew, he loves to play in the tub. These toys are colorful and easy for him to hold. He loves to pour the water out and of course likes to let the water drip into the little cups so he can drink out of them.

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They are a bit smaller than I expected. My son likes them, if I engage him with them, but quickly looses interest. I think if they were bigger he'd like them more.

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My son is 2.5 and these seem a little juvenile for him. Although the product was cute and in tact, it was a little boring.

Saturday, October 26, 2013

RoomMates RMK1137BCS Jungle Adventure Peel & Stick Border

RoomMates RMK1137BCS Jungle Adventure Peel & Stick BorderRoomMates RMK1137BCS Jungle Adventure Peel & Stick Border

The Jungle Adventure Peel & Stick Border is perfect for a safari-themed and gender-neutral nursery. We'll be having our baby's crib in our room, so one pack (5 yards length) was enough for the baby's side of our room. We repositioned the border several times and it till stuck easily to the clean and flat wall, with no need for wallpaper paste. It livenes up the room nicely and should keep baby happy!

This was my first experience with a "peel & stick" wallpaper border, and I will never buy this kind again. We applied this to our freshly painted walls (dried for 48 hours) and it started falling off the walls 10 minutes after application. We ended up purchasing wallpaper paste and reapplying the border with the paste, which has kept it up so far. I also purchased the Jungle Adventure Peel & Stick Animals that match this border...very cute and no problems with them sticking. I just think the long pieces of wallpaper border are too heavy for the peel & stick adhesive to handle. After adding the extra effort and wallpaper paste, I am very pleased with the overall appearance of the product.

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I bought this for a nursery. I love that the border can be repositioned. I was able to decorate the room by myself. It was really easy to do and it came out very nice. The corners were a little hard to get just right, but overall was a very simple project. The design is very cute too. I bought 3 rolls and had a little bit extra for my son's room.

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When I thouth about my kids room's decoration I decide to make it in Jungle theme. This wall border was the last accent that I decide to use. And I was rigth! Now my kids room seems really amazing and they are very excited!!! The border sticks easely and doesn't harm the wall.

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I bought this along with the stickers: I loved the end result! so simple yet so creative... Easy to use, and re-apply even after you realise "it's not a straight line"... GREAT!!!

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Thursday, August 8, 2013

Mary Meyer Flip Flops, Bianca Bichon Frise, 12"

Mary Meyer Flip Flops, Bianca Bichon Frise, 12'This is a Xmas gift for my granddaughter and pleased it came as scheduled. This is one gift she will surely love.

It looks just how it did on the computer, its very soft and cuddly. It has beads in the paws to give it the flip flop feel. I love it.

i took facial pictures of it and my friends thought it was a real dog!

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I bought this stuffed animal because it looks just like my bichon frise/poodle mix. I recently moved out on my own and this toy makes me feel closer to her since she's with my parents. I actually put one of her puppy shirt on this toy which fits perfectly! I sleep with it every night. :)

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I recently lost my beloved Buffy, a Bichon Poodle mix. This toy dog looks so much like her I knew I had to get her. I keep her on my bed and every time I look at her I remember something wonderful about my Buffy. When I have had a particularly terrible day I can give this little stuffed creature a hug and think about my Buffy and things don't seem quite so bad after all. This toy had been a wonderful way to heal from a deep loss. Thank you Mary Meyers and Amazon!

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Monday, July 15, 2013

Sassy Earth Brights Wooden Spring Bouquet

Sassy Earth Brights Wooden Spring BouquetI bought this for my 2 month old daughter as a Christmas gift (she will be 3 months on 12/28). Unfortunately, it was left on the coffee table and our new puppy got a hold of it. Needless to say I will be purchasing another one. This, IMP, is one of the best toys I have seen for infants in a long time. It is thick enough for her to grab (though still a bit heavy for her to keep her grasp) the wood is nice, I love that it is non toxic and that she can teeth/gum it without my worrying about the possible chemicals she could be ingesting (like with plastic). Not only that, it is vibrant and it reminds me of good old well made toys like maybe what I or my mother would have had and as most parents know it is classic toys that always do the trick. I love all Sassy products but I really think that these stand out and at the price I am considering buying 2 of each (as my husband and I do plan on trying for another child not yet though!). As a mother of 2 ( 2 mths and 7 yrs) and a puppy maybe I should buy 3 as even my 7 year old son seems fascinated by it (and the pup loves to chew on them) and his main thing is his Nintendo DS so I am shocked! Though his fascination was brief it does show that there is something about this toy that is attractive and trust me, it is a beautiful and useful toy. A+ HIGHLY recommended!

Item recieved not as nice as picture. Would not have purchased if known. Toys are tightly wrapped around D-shaped ring and only contains 2 rings. My son wasn't crazy over this toy. Also hard to wash because it is wooden.

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There is absolutely nothing fancy about this rattle, but that's what I love about it. As it is made of wood, it makes a nice "clacking" sound, which my baby really likes, and the flowers offer a traditional rattle sound, crinkle sound, and various textures. It's easy for my baby to grab, but she is a little older (8 months when we bought it). If your baby is younger and still NEEDS many thin loops or easy handles to get tiny fingers stuck in (in order to grasp objects), then this rattle may be more difficult as all of the pieces are chunky. Frankly, the primary reason I bought this was because it felt like a cleaner, safer, more earth friendly alternative to the many plastic rattles available, and it has met all of those expectations. This is not a toy that will hold attention for hours at a time, but it will keep her entertained long enough to stop fussing in a waiting room or a line. Finally, my baby does actually play with this rattle instead of just chewing on it, so if you're wanting a chew toy, this probably isn't what you're looking for (besides, would you want to suck on a block of wood?).

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We bought this, among a few other Sassy Earth Brights toys, and this is our son's least favorite. We got it based on the picture, which is not accurate. The description is correct, but it doesn't look as nice as the photo. The leaves are too big to chew or make noise easily (for a baby) and the middle ring (D-shaped, as described but not pictured) is hard to grab. The middle ring is also too chunky and crowded, so baby can't get a good bite on the flowers or the ring itself. (We bought these specifically for chewing on, since that's all our son wants to do right now and we thought it would be nice to get away from chewed plastic!!)

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I think that this is a wonderful toy for babies since it is made from wood rather than plastic, which too often contains BPA (estrogen). I would like to know what the dyes are made from? This is a gift for a new grandbaby and I hope she likes it!

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Frog in a Box

Frog in a BoxI love Frog In a Box! As a pediatric speech-language pathologist, I work with toddlers and preschool aged children. This fun toy is appealing to young children with a wide range of developmental skills from those with significant delays to typically developing kids. Although not recommended by the manufacturer, I've successfully used other small Beanie Baby toys in the box to provide variety. It's a winner! Laura@teachmetotalk.com

I was excited to use this toy in therapy with my clients. The center part that you push down wouldn't stay down and then the plastic hinge to the lid broke. It was a complete disappointment and ended up in the garbage.

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I loved this toy because I work as a developmental therapist and thought it would be a great tool to teach cause and effect and elicit spontaneous vocabulary. I was very disappointed when it broke when I was trying it out. I was able to return it for a full refund.

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We love this jack in the box because our little one can play with it as long as he wants and we don't have to listen to a song over and over :) The frog is super cute and soft too

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Nice spin on the jack-in-a-box. Frog launches out of the container about 6 inches, much to the hysterical amusement of our kid. Laughs with pure child pleasure! Fun toy, simple for kids to operate too.

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