We received the Mutsygrowup! seat for review and we like it. It’s “cushy” for lack of a better descriptive word. So, it’s softer and seems more comfortable than some of the other plastic booster seats on the market.
Hailey is modeling the growup! below. She’s 3 1/2, so she’s really just about too big for the seat but kids up to age 4 can use it.
Luckily, we will still get a lot of use out of this seat with our next baby. We were always big fans of using a booster right at the table with Hailey instead of a highchair. It saved us a lot of space in our small dining area. We’re an on-the-go family, so the growup! will travel with us when baby is ready to sit up in a chair to eat.
Mutsy has been in business since 1937. The company started under the name of “Mutsaerts”. They have always manufactured pushchairs (buggies and strollers). I have been watching the timeline slideshow of the company’s history and it’s pretty cool to see those old fashioned buggies from then and now.
My 3-1/2 year old opened this book and immediately started chanting, “I spy with my little eye”. She knew right away what the book was all about. I’ve seen this book on store shelves and online and I’m sad to say, I never did pick up a copy of it. Though, I’m happy that I was recently sent “I Spy A to Z” because it is big fun to look at with my preschooler.
Here’s the skinny:
Easy-to-read riddles by Jean Marzollo are paired with forty-six object-filled photographs by Walter Wick to create I Spy A to Z, the most engaging alphabet book ever! With more than thirty titles and 36 million books in print, the I Spy series continues to win the hearts and minds of parents and kids everywhere.
We have a pretty sweet deal for you, too. A chance to win a pretty huge “I Spy” prize pack for one lucky reader and the above book, I Spy A to Z for four (4) runner-up readers. Check it:
One (1) Grand Prize winner receives a Grand Prize Pack including:
* Wii Video Game ‘Ultimate I SPY’
* Board Game ‘I SPY Memory Game’
* I SPY A to Z: A Book of Picture Riddles
* I SPY Treasure Hunt Grand Prize Pack valued at = $85.99
*The actual packaging of the products may be different than shown above.
Four (4) runner-up winners receive a copy of the new book
* I SPY A to Z: A Book of Picture Riddles Each book valued at = $13.99
So, for your chance to win either the grand prize or a copy of I Spy A to Z, leave a comment on this post. In your comment, let us know if you’ve ever played “I Spy” with anyone or if you’ve had the chance to go through the book or play any of the games included in the prize pack.
Five (5) winners will be chosen at random on Friday, June 26th and contacted via email.
*For an extra entry, Tweet this giveaway and come back and leave a 2nd comment with your Twitter username so we can go and spy on you.
*Giveaway is open to residents of the continental U.S.
Last year (yes, last year - I’m WAY late posting this video), my friend Sarah and I went to the American Baby Faire. We got a first-hand look at a lot of cool baby, kid and maternity products. One booth we stopped at was LaborLooks.com.
I didn’t have a need for one of these gowns last year but soon enough after the Baby Faire, I did get pregnant. I’m nearing the end of my pregnancy now and thinking more about what will make me comfortable and what will be convenient for the day I’m giving birth. I’m seriously considering getting one of these gowns. Take a quick look:
The gowns retail for $48.00 and really do make a perfect baby shower gift. You can also purchase specialty receiving blankets for around $18.00.
LaborLooks also has a blog. Check it out for more photos of these fabulous designer gowns being put to the test by real moms.
**LaborLooks.com is offering our readers a 10% discount on any gown from their store. Enter coupon code “parentsphere” at checkout!**
I was sent a pack of Huggies’ new line of diapers called “pure & natural” to try out on the new sprout. Well, I couldn’t just let the pack sit there without taking one of these newborn-size diapers out to get a first-hand look and feel of it. The hubs and I have been tossing back and forth this itty bitty diaper for a couple of weeks now. We’re still sort of in disbelief that we’re going to have another baby small enough to actually use it.
It’s. So. Tiny.
Not only is it super small (because it’s the newborn size), it’s very, very soft. One of the softest disposable diapers I have ever felt. I can’t imagine it will be anything other than comfy on our new baby girl.
Now, I have to admit, we are leaning the cloth diapering way this time around for many reasons but I will say, I was interested enough in this new line by Huggies that I have no problem at all giving them a try.
If you still have little ones in diapers, up to a size 5, here are some official stats about Huggies pure & natural for you to consider. These diapers:
are hypoallergenic
are fragrance free
have organic cotton included in their breathable outer cover
have a liner that includes natural Aloe & Vitamin E and materials from renewable sources
outer packaging is sourced from 20 percent post-consumer recycled materials
It’s safe to say that Huggies is thinking about the environment with this new line. They have to. That’s the way the world is going. It only makes sense.
Huggies pure & natural diapers are available at major retailers now. They are brand new on the market as of this past April, 2009. I imagine I will pick up a few more packs of these diapers along the way because I’m sure it never hurts to have some disposables around even if we end up exclusively cloth diapering.
If you’re interested in trying them out yourself, you can go to www.HuggiesPureandNatural.com and request free samples.
One more thing to make you aware of, Huggies has a new “rewards” program in place. It’s called “Enjoy the Ride Rewards. You can get points numerous different ways. Just stop by the website and check out the details.
Not only am I thrilled to have another baby, I’m thrilled to have a chance to use the products that came out after my now 3-1/2 year old was past the age to really use them. For instance, Boon’s Squirt and Benders. All I could really do was look at them and think how fun it would have been to actually put them to use. Of course, I always recommended them to others who were having babies.
It’s my turn now!
This is Squirt. As soon as the yet-to-be-born, nameless baby girl is ready to start “eating” more solid foods, Squirt will come in handy. I’m a mama on the go. It’s just a given that this all-in-one feeding spoon will be a staple in the diaper bag.
Next up: Benders. Those tiny hands are really going to dig these “adaptable utensils”. She’ll start gaining her eating independence with the use of Boon’s Benders.
We dig Boon products because they are fresh and modern. Many retail stores have picked up the brand, so you can generally find their products on store shelves or online.
Alright, this awesome product was sent to me a while ago and finally, I was able to find some time to actually sit down and check it out.
I have one thing to say. It rocks. I needed this kit a looong time ago. I am happy that I have it now though, that’s for sure. This is the Roxio Easy VHS to DVD kit and the name speaks for itself. You can quite easily convert your VHS tapes and camcorder video tapes to DVD. I did have to purchase a cable to connect my VCR to the connector that comes with the kit, I think it was about $15.
So far, I have transferred some old Disney movies to DVD and I have a ton of old home movies that I need to transfer. I have been pleased with the results. I have ordered myself some DVD cases from Amazon.com and Google searched the covers, printed them out and stuck them in with our DVD collection.
I’m pretty anxious to continue working on this project and hopefully get more done before the baby arrives next month…because then, I’ll have many more videos to transfer!
So, check it out. The kit retails for about $60. I’m sure if you research a bit, you can find it a bit cheaper. It’s worth every penny.
I’m so absolutely digging my Kokopax blakely ring tote. I have never used a tote/diaper bag like this one and I’m finding it quite useful (currently with my 3-1/2 yr. old and soon with the new baby to come). I actually consider it a perfect summertime tote. The one pictured above is the one that was sent to me. I have to comment on its durability. The material is 100% cotton canvas, so it’s nice and sturdy, not flimsy. There are several deep pockets inside and a zipper pocket, as well as a detachable mini-tote (about the size of a wallet). The blakely ring totes retail for about $79.99.
Kokopax is also known for their carriers and sunhats. All three items are available in matching designs and currently, there are six designs to choose from.
If you’re interested in purchasing something from Kokopax, search for a retailer near you or shop online at their website.
If you are a parent to a youngster and a fan of fine music (like me), you definitely need to check out the following rowdy rock-n-roll-inspired alphabet books. The two books are called Never Mind Your P’s And Q’s: Here’s The Punk Alphabet and M Is For Metal! and both feature bright, bold illustrations and some of the funniest rhymes I’ve ever seen in any children’s book, ever. I mean, kids books that call out the likes of The Clash, Elvis Costello, The Ramones, AC/DC, Jimi Hendrix, and more sound like just as much fun for us grown ups, right? These books aren’t for uptight squares (though) as they contain words like “sucks,” “hell,” “up yours” and “The Damned.” That being said, my three year old daughter just loves these books (especially the graphic of Iggy Pop wearing a dog collar). I love ‘em too even if trying to explain what “up yours” means is a bit tricky. Have a look at the books below.
I’m remembering back 3-1/2 years ago, right after I had my daughter. My body was quite uncomfortable. I didn’t bother looking for any products that would ease my discomfort in those weeks after giving birth. I feel much more in the know this time around.
I know what’s to come. I know that when I get home from the hospital, I’ll have a week or two of soreness and discomfort and then my breasts will be extremely sore. At least I know when I jump into the shower, I will have “some” comfort with the Shower Hug.
I was sent the Shower Hug last year for review consideration. I really didn’t have a need for it at the time but now, fortunately, I do! This cotton/polyester blend maternity essential is so soft and stretchy, it’s perfect for protecting your parts that need protecting the most after you give birth. While in the shower, wrap the Shower Hug around yourself and use it as a warm compress. Use it out of the shower as soft, comfortable support. I imagine I will take advantage of both uses.
It’s nice to have something like this product readily available, so when the time comes, I know I’ll have some comfort.
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from Amazon.com for around $10 or used for around $2.50. $2.50!.
