Monday, July 28, 2014
Gund Baby 9" Snuffles Pink
Monday, July 14, 2014
Sassy Ladybug Rattle
Saturday, June 21, 2014
Bright Starts Soothing Safari Mobile
I saw other mobiles costing $40 and $50, but didn't want to pay that much. This one is inexpensive yet is quite nice and well built.
It's true that the music volume is too loud, even on the low setting. But I fixed that in less than a minute by taping a piece of cardboard (which I cut from the packaging) over the speaker hole. This part is hidden, so you can't even see the cardboard.
Somebody complained about the elephant (?) switch on the mirror. Yeah, it's a bit "squishy," but it does work, and honestly I doubt toddlers will even use it. All it does is toggle the music from song to song.
The one thing to be aware of is that this mobile can't be attached to a play yard. It will attach to virtually any crib though.
I wanted to use this mobile for a play yard, and so I built a decent stand for it out of a $2 heavy duty (Bankers Box brand) magazine file. Just cut a round hole in it, attached the mobile, and tied the tube coming from the top of the mirror to the opposite end of the box with string in order to give it support (keep it up straight). Then put a 5 lb weight in it. I set the box on a end table sitting next to the play yard. It works great!Our baby loves this mobile. It plays music for a long time, and we have never had to change the batteries in the 8 months we have been using it (unlike our first baby's mobile, which needed new batteries monthly). We like the feature that allows us to remove the arm, and toys, but keep the base attached to the crib so the baby can fall asleep to the music even after she has outgrown the mobile (pulls the toys off, etc).
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I'm yet to figure out what it is, but from 2 months old till now at 6 months old my son is just totally fascinated by this very simple crib mobile. So much so that even when you don't turn it on he just lies there looking at it laughing and making those noises babies make when they are well entertained.This was definitely a GREAT!!! buy.
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My baby likes to look at the objects but I think there are a few cons: it doesn't attach to my pack n play, you cannot turn it without music playing and the objects just turn but only really move when you hit them. It is cheap though.When i first got this i was really excited about it. my 3 month old baby loves it and so is my 2 yr old girl. one time I left my 3 month old on the crib, she was admiring the mobile. then my 2 yr old got a chair and reach out for the mobile she must have got curious at the blue button before the head of the mobile and press it. the head of the mobile immediately got ejected from the curved part of the toy and fell on the crib. thank god my 3 month old baby was not directly under the mobile.Thursday, May 29, 2014
Bestever Hugga Pets Cocker Spaniel 14"
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This was given as a gift. The recipient immediately identified it as a Cocker Spaniel. She loved it. This is very soft and huggable.Read Best Reviews of Bestever Hugga Pets Cocker Spaniel 14" Here
I bought these for my kids for Christmas. We have a real buff-colored cocker spaniel, so this was the perfect stuffed animal for them. It is smaller than a Pillow Pet-type item, but I think the size is more managable. They both (girl 7, boy 9) thank me to this day for the 'precious' stuffed animal.Bought this puppy for my daughter. It's so cute and super soft. Way better than the pillow pets in my opinion. It's a really good size too. Perfect for a small child (my daughter is 3). We actually own 4 Hugga Pets. The Cocker Spaniel, Purple Hippo, Pink and Yellow Butterfly and multi colored Turtle. For my 3 and 6 yr old kids. I would definitely recommend all the Bestever Hugga Pets to anyone!Monday, April 21, 2014
Bugs On Board
Pros
1) They can be hung from multiple places, including the car seat, bouncy seat, and swing.
2) Can be used as wrist rattles
3) Brightly colored, keeps my babies attention
4) They don't hang down too far, so they don't hit my baby in the face while they are hooked to her car seat.
Cons
1) The dragonfly is supposed to have beads in its tail that rattle. Unfortunately, the beads are so tightly packed into the tail that they don't rattle at all; also, there is a yellow mesh fabric that covers the tail so you can barely even see the beads. I had researched this product online first before buying and was under the impression that the beads were easy to see in the tail. I was very disappointed when I took this bug out of the package and it wasn't anything like how it was represented online. The beads may as well not even be in the tail, since they are pretty much non-functioning.
2) The dragonfly is also supposed to buzz and vibrate when you pull it down. It does, but it only buzzes/vibrates for a split second, not nearly long enough for my baby to even realize what's going on!
3) The grasshopper is supposed to rattle, but when I shake it, I can barely hear the rattle sound coming from inside its body. The ladybug is the only bug out of the three that has a nice chime sound that entertains my baby.
I'm glad I bought these, because my baby does like them. I just was a bit disappointed that they were different than what they were represented to be on the online information.
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My daughter loves her bugs on board. We bought them when she was born and have watched her develop with her bugs on board. When she was 0-3 months, she would stare at them passively. The high contrast and bright colors were good for her to focus as her eye's developed. Starting at about 4 months she developed the motor skills to hit and grab at the bugs on board.If you have a travel system, they are always with the car seat whether you're at home, in the car, in the stoller or even on an airplane. We traveled to three countries and bugs on board was attached to her infant seat the whole time. (We saw bugs on board for 3x the price at some fancy baby store in London). While its true, most infant car seat toys stay attached to the seat, bugs on board is small and soft so that you don't have to be concerned baby hitting hard plastic when taking baby out of the car seat, putting her in the car seat or in a car accident. [I'm talking about something the Baby Einstein Neptune Toy Bar]These Bugs are awesome. My son is 5 months old now and just loves them. They have very bright colors that keep the childs attention, and the wings make crinkle sounds and the bodies of the bugs are rattles. They wash very very well. I just threw them in the washer with his clothes because I had them attached to his infant carrier and he likes to chew on them. They attach with velcro and you can pretty much attach them anywhere. We are going to attach them to the stroller once he moves to a larger car seat. Great value for the entertainment.
Sunday, March 30, 2014
Disney Fairies Toddler Bed with Canopy
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I put the bed together the first time without the canopy because everyone said how bad of quality it was. The bed looked so plain that I had to put it on. Without the canopy all the tinker bell elements are missing. My 16 month old loves the bed and I have already taught her that the canopy is a "no no" and she is not to touch it. She will lay on her bed and just look up at it. It was easy to put together despite other reviews I have read. All the holes lined up perfectly for me and there was nothing missing. Overall I am satisfied with the bed and so is my daughter. Now I just need to get the making comforter set and we will be all set. I recommend this product to anyone who can control their children when it comes to the canopy since the connectors for the poles are a little flimsy.Read Best Reviews of Disney Fairies Toddler Bed with Canopy Here
The big writing on the box says, "Easy Assembly." Three hours, one screw driver injury which wouldn't stop bleeding all over my carpet later, the bed was assembled w/ my daughter asleep... in MY bed. She loves the bed for nap times, and we're still working on night times. The canopy is fragile and she decided to grab it while climbing up onto the bed, so it snapped on day three at one of the "T" pole attachment sites, a plastic insert to hold the skinny poles of the canopy together. The website is supposed to sell replacement parts but you can only look them up w/ the model and lot numbers which come on the box, and which are not written on the instruction manual anywhere. Still can't find it on the internet, and box was thrown out on day two. So now we have a brand new toddler bed with a floppy canopy and the product has been discontinued. I'm still not having any success finding a way to replace the plastic parts of the canopy. If I do find them, I will buy multiples to last me at least a year or two. This bed was difficult to assemble, for a 12-year army veteran/ former Apache / Longbow helicopter pilot, and fairly self-sufficient handy woman around the house. Even harder if your two kids are climbing all over you (husband is deployed and not here to help). Holes did not line up and took much strong-arming to get the screws to properly attach pieces. The bed itself is "cute," and sturdy enough. Also, my daughter thinks it's a novelty item, but likes it. My 10 month old son thinks it's really fun to practice climbing up and down on. So it has its place. Mattress does not come with bed, but that's no problem if you already have a crib mattress. Pretty and sturdy bed, fragile canopy, replacement parts are thus far not easy to find. I'd buy it again, but only if my husband were here to put it together. He's WAY more patient than me! :DMy daughter loved this bed! The canopy is what makes this bed to special. It is adorable, BUT, as others have stated... the quality is horrible! The canopy fell apart after a couple of weeks. We were so disapointed. I would not purchase this bed.Saturday, March 15, 2014
Chime Ball For Fun Noises - Taggies Tag n' Play Pals
Saturday, March 8, 2014
Tek Nek Rockin' Rider Bull
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We got the Rockin Bull and my 17-month old liked it however the quality was pretty questionable, as it tore badly as soon as he sat on it (he's only 22 lbs, so it wasn't him). I'm talking like a 4" rip up the whole seam on its back. So I had to return it and buy a new one, but the second one that came sang a different song (really loud music, really quiet vocals, so I'm disappointed in the different product the second time). But for the money, I guess I can't complain too much. If your kid is older, the rocking movement really leaves something to be desired, but for a young toddler cruising or just barely walking, it's fine.Read Best Reviews of Tek Nek Rockin' Rider Bull Here
My 2 year old loves this bull. Nice size and light weight, so he is able to nice it around.Want Tek Nek Rockin' Rider Bull Discount?
I really bought this as a joke for my husband to give to our grandson forChristmas. As my husband road bulls in his younger days. The reviews were not all that great but for the price I thought why not. No it does not rock very well. Very limited on range of motion, however, my grandson does love it. He likes the music and the moving mouth and loves to sit on it and bounce. He is 15 months old. I have a feeling it will be motified soon to rock better.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Vilac Baby Paf the Giraffe Pull Toy
Monday, February 10, 2014
Playskool Busy Basics Busy Balls: Rhythm & Sounds
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These little balls are great. They are interesting enough, have nice bright colors, different textures and soundsmy baby loves them, and any bigger kids that come over seem to always play with them too!Read Best Reviews of Playskool Busy Basics Busy Balls: Rhythm & Sounds Here
Boring, and not what they say. Roar... yeah right its a ball clanking around inside a bigger ball. Rain its just a bunch of small balls in the bigger ball. they are all just rattles with the exception of the bell and sproing one but you have to twist different layers to do that and I don't see a 6 month old doing that! Wish I hadn't bought them!Want Playskool Busy Basics Busy Balls: Rhythm & Sounds Discount?
My 9 months old loves playing with these balls, they are small and easy for him to grasp, he rolls them, throws them, kicks them, crawls after them, claps 2 balls together, and seems to have fun shaking them to hear the sounds they make.Thursday, January 30, 2014
LANCO Natural Rubber Bath Toy
Saturday, January 25, 2014
GARANIMALS FUN SHAPES PULL-ALONG CAR
Sunday, December 22, 2013
Sponge Bob Square Pants Water Wow Doodle Book Magic Pen
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Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Melissa & Doug Zoo Animals Touch and Feel
The puzzle is well made and durable I expect my daughter will continue to play with this for at least the next several months.
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Bearington Baby Pink Wiggles Snuggler
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Great product. Seller shipped promptly. I thought that I was getting the larger baby (my mistake), but it worked out for the best, because she can carry it around with her during the day.Read Best Reviews of Bearington Baby Pink Wiggles Snuggler Here
This item was ordered as a back up of my daughter's favorite can't live w/out snuggly puppy. I have purchased a couple at Hallmark stores and they are great. The one I purchased from this seller has a crooked head, sewn together defectively. My daughter can tell the difference with this one, but not the others. If I could be confident that I would receive a flawless product I would order another. Unfortunately I am on the hunt for one at another dwindling Hallmark store.Friday, November 8, 2013
The World of Eric Carle: Apple Playset by Kids Preferred
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I got this for my son's 1st birthday, it was a Very Hungry Caterpillar Party and he got lots of Caterpillar stuff. This toy is so cute! And he loves the little fruits that crinkle and squeak! They came all attached together, and I have left them that way for now (watching closely when he plays because I don't want him to eat the little plastic tags) because it's easier for him to play with them. We'll eventually detach them so he can play with them one-by-one. The colors are vibrant and the materials are soft. My baby loves this!Read Best Reviews of The World of Eric Carle: Apple Playset by Kids Preferred Here
Bought this for a baby gift along with the book. It was a nice set for a co-worker. 2 wordsWant The World of Eric Carle: Apple Playset by Kids Preferred Discount?
my daughter loves this item. she loves the hungry caterpillar and anything eric carle! perfect for any collection of eric carle.Wednesday, November 6, 2013
BuckleyBoo BuckleyKitty 18" Pink
I do think the product is well constructed and a great idea.I bought this cute little kitty for about $2.00 new at a second hand store for my daughter. At first she didnt seem amused but a few days later she was in love with it her favorite thing about it is the bell in the head she goes crazy shaking it up. Shes not so much into the buckles yet, but she does play with them. She carries this toy around EVERY WHERE stores, home, car rides I cant say that this toy is for every kid but my daughter love it! my daughter started playing with is at about 10 months shes 15 months now and still her fav.My daughter loves the kitty. Not only is it a cute kitten and cute color, soft and cuddly, but it is also focuses her attention. She is exploring buckles right now and here is a toy that has five different buckles...some she can figure out some she can't. It's great!
Sunday, September 29, 2013
Lil Characters Unisex-baby Newborn Monkey Costume
Overall, we had so much fun and we kept it. Loved this costume for the fun and price.My son was the hit of his daycare. And it was a perfect size for him at 8mos. I would recommend
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Purchased this costume because it said newborn and I assumed it would fit my daughter. I see now that the size says small at the end of the title but it's a little misleading. My daughter is a 3month size right now so the costume is big because it's 6-12 months but she still looks cute in it anyway so we are going to keep it. It's a very light material so be prepared to put layers underneath if you live in a cold area like I do. Other than the sizing issue the costume is adorable and looks cute on my daughter.Read Best Reviews of Lil Characters Unisex-baby Newborn Monkey Costume Here
For our little guy's first Halloween we bought this costume. It was just ok. It look adorable but didn't really fit right and it seemed cheaply made. I can't remember what I paid for it, but I'm sure it wasn't a fortune.Want Lil Characters Unisex-baby Newborn Monkey Costume Discount?
A great costume fits perfectly. My kid not feel uncomfortable in this. Matched perfectly to the rest of the family.Saturday, August 31, 2013
Gund Maxie Tan 19" Bear Plush
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I was going to make my niece a bear, but saw this Gund bear and bought it. The eyes are extremely secure and the bear "fur" is silky. This bear is well made and soft without being a floppy blob. I also wanted a bear I could make clothes for, and this bear is perfect in its proportions. It's 19" high and has a 19" tummy. These proportions are perfect for overalls and dresses with an empire waist. I can use doll clothes patterns for 18" dolls and adjust the patterns to a "Bear-plus" size, remembering that a bear doesn't have a neck.The Amazon truck came to our house today, and my husband answered the door. As he was opening the box he said,"This must be the bear because the box is so light." I said, "This can't be the bear. I just ordered it last night!"
Yes, it was this Gund bear, and I had to test out this bear's huggability. I said, "He is adorable!" and my husband said, "Either your niece isn't going to get this bear or you had better buy a bear for yourself." I will be ordering another bear tonight.Really cute and so soft! I'm really happy with my purchase. Would definitely recommend to others. Great for a collection or as a gift for a teddy bear lover of any age.Wow what a great looking teddy bear. Nice and soft. Great product. I definitely agree with the ad. Gotta get a Gund!

