Product reviews and videos of stuff for parents and their children
Kyle’s got this hysterical face he makes all the time. A crazy little scowl. He especially does it if he is getting into trouble. I’ve found this a bit infuriating while at the same time it is too cute. We finally realized he is just being a little mimic. His crazy scowl is his best [...]
Uggh. The Flu. I’m sure hoping my family and I don’t suffer from the seasonal flu this year or the dreaded H1N1 virus either. And when Moms come down with the flu it’s a total disaster since for many of us this job is 24/7 and does not include sick days! We’ll all be getting [...]
Here is our Top Ten Board Books for Babies list to help you with your baby buying needs. Whether it’s for a gift or just to stock up on some classics for your little one, these board books are sure to keep your baby happy! Obviously, there are tons of other fabulous picks, but these [...]
Yikes! There’s been a recall on a handful of Children’s Liquid Tylenol & Infant drops products. (Along with a few cold products as well) Units impacted were made between April 2008 and June 2008. I’m going through my stock now to see what I need to toss. Here are the details as taken from the [...]
Every little kid is a super hero. Little Capers just adds a touch of reality. These great t-shirts come with two velcro tabs on the back – to attach a cape of course! The capes are included, and are super high quality. Classy Mommy Approved.
In honor of Suave styling Kate Walsh’s hair for the Emmy Awards, they invited my local stylist over to my home so she could create Suave inspired hair makeovers for my girlfriends and I. We had a great time pretending to “glam” it up for the red carpet. My hysterical friend Julie captures just how [...]
It’s always fun to make a Saturday night home with young children a little more exciting and special than just an “ordinary” evening. My kids find the concept of any “special occassion” totally thrilling which certainly makes this Mom & Dad happy we made the extra effort. Here’s a clip from last night’s “Family Night.” [...]
After 4 months of the extended pre-school style summer break, my little preschooler couldn’t have been more excited to return to the classroom. As a returning student, this transition definitely was a lot easier than her first “separation” from Mommy. Taking pictures of the big day will help me remember it years from now. The [...]
What a day! Modeling was never in my stars, especially at a height of 5′ ft 2″. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d get to experience a backstage behind the scenes peek at Fashion Week topped off with my very own walk down the runway. Thanks to an unbelievable invite from Tide [...]
Win it! We’re giving away a pair of Stride Rite’s latest shoe for toddlers created with Sensory Response Technology (SRT). The SRT collection helps babies develop a healthy gait when learning to walk. This flexible design allows for more freedom of movement and has a unique construction that reduces stumbles and falls. I actually just [...]
We’ve compiled our favorite 15 Children’s Books that include old classics along with new favorites. These books are sure to keep your kids entertained and will definitely nurture and promote their love of reading. 1. Where the Wild Things Are $11 by Maurice Sendak 2. A Bargain for Frances $4 by Russell Hoban 3. Amos [...]
Tomorrow I’ll be walking the runway at the Elle Style 360 Fashion Show. Crazy huh? Let’s hope I don’t pull a Carrie Bradshaw and fall during my trip down the runway like she did in this episode of Sex & the City. Truly, I’m somewhat terrified of falling in my heels! In an effort to [...]
Win it! We’re giving away Consumer Reports #1 ranked infant car seat, the Chicco KeyFit 30 Infant car seat valued at $180 thanks to Chicco. It’s National Car Safety Week and we’ve got a post with incredible Car Seat Safety Tips and advice on car seats, booster seats, and the Latch Systems. According to research [...]
Calling all residents who live near New York City! (NJ, CT, PA, etc.) We’re giving away 2 tickets to see Mamma Mia! on Broadway in NYC for the October 1st show. (We will post that a winner has been selected by Tuesday September 22nd after I receive the winner’s contact info or I will choose [...]
Supercalifragilisticexpialadocious! Calling all residents who live near New York City! (NJ, CT, PA, etc.) We’re giving away 2 tickets to see Mary Poppins on Broadway in NYC for the Sunday October 18th show at 6:30 PM. Contest has ended…. Congrats to Michelle from PA. I know I’m dying to someday take my daughter to see [...]
Win it! We’re giving away one Little Tikes Cozy Coupe to a lucky reader. The Cozy Coupe is one of Kyle and Kenzie’s favorite outdoor toys at our house. Kenzie acquired our little red car at 18 months when a neighbor had left their old version from years ago in the garbage. This little car [...]
Today, President Obama will make a speech to school children across America. If you’re curious about the transcript and text of his speech you can few it in full below as his prepared remarks were released by The White House Media yesterday. The very idea of his speech has caused a bit of controversy, but [...]
The evolution of pre-school aged Dora into Tween Dora has caused a lot of hype. Personally, I don’t mind the updated and stylish look of the Tween Dora. I think she’s pretty cute and certainly not overly sexy nor is she baring any belly like a Bratz doll. My almost 4 year old daughter wears [...]
You know what they say… you only turn 1 once, so make sure you celebrate your child’s 1st birthday in style with these great ideas! We put together a list of our Top Ten 1st Birthday Themes to help you out with your party planning. Have more good ideas? Just leave them in a comment [...]
As an Ambassador for Leap Frog’s Summer Reading Program, Leap Frog enabled me to donate both their Tag and Tag Jr. reading systems along with headsets, carrying cases, and their books to libraries and preschools in my community. Talk about a company that believes in giving back! Here’s a photo of the kids and I [...]
Win it! We’ve got a prize package of my ultimate sweet indulgence. Let’s hear it for Dark Chocolate! Seriously, I love dark chocolate more than you imagine. We’ve got an estimated $80 goodie package for 1 lucky reader from Hershey’s in honor of the exciting news that Hershey’s Extra Dark Chocolate is the first chocolate [...]
Isn’t it fun to take a sneak peek into someone else’s world, even if only for a minute? Well, here’s a chance to see inside the classy, upscale bedroom of a 6-year-old boy, Gavin, who lives on the Upper West Side in NYC. Maybe it can give you some ideas for decorating your own baby’s [...]
Michelle & Jim Duggar, the parents of the now famous Duggar family with 18 children and one grandchild on the way, announced they are now pregnant with Baby # 19 who will be due in the spring of 2010. Kind of crazy huh? I wonder when they will finally decide they have enough children. She’s [...]
Win it! We’re giving away a Subway Gift card and car kit to keep you entertained and to fulfill your hunger needs during your next road trip! Your kit will include: an insulated lunch tote for healthy snacks, a $10 SUBWAY gift card, coloring book, car games for the family, and more! (Estimated retail value [...]
Coca-Cola announces the arrival of the new aluminum bottles! And we’ve got some Coke in Alumninum Bottles for one lucky reader! I love the look of these new aluminum bottles – very sleek, sexy, and classy! The redesigned packaging incorporates the classic iconic Coca-Cola look in a stylish 8.5 oz bottle that serves to keep [...]
Ahoy! Here’s a chance to win some Pirate’s Booty Treasure! I’ve been a fan of Pirate’s Booty for ages after discovering it at Trader Joe’s years ago. When they recently offered to send me a sampler of their flavors and snack packs, I couldn’t have been more excited since I already knew this was snack [...]
