Must Have Shopping with Babies Accessory – Binxy Baby

August 11, 2016 by 2 Comments

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I’m sure that there are many of you that have been shopping with a baby before!  It can be so hard to shop with a baby before they are actually able to sit up. That problem happens no more thanks to Binxy Baby.

History of Binxy Baby:

As a busy mom of three, Lisan Pinnell was doing her big “stock-up” shopping with a toddler and newborn a few years ago, and realized she had a problem. She needed to fill her cart with a week’s worth of groceries, but could not, for the life of her figure out a safe way to contain two kids while doing so. She tried everything: A sling, a stroller, even two carts. She tried putting the entire infant car seat down in the grocery cart but had to cut her trip short when she couldn’t find the baby under the piles of bread and coffee.

Lisa was determined to figure out a solution to her problem. The end result was a fun, easy, convenient, and most importantly, simple way to safely hold a baby plus a basket full of groceries.

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About Binxy Baby Shopping Cart Hammock:

The comfy Binxy Baby shopping cart hammock in full floral bloom Mums in Chocolate print quickly and easily clips onto most carts, hangs elevated so you have plenty of room for groceries, then simply rolls up to fit in your purse or diaper bag when finished. Most infant car seats sit snugly inside the Shopping Cart Hammock and can be secured using the included safety strap.

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  • Meets or exceeds all applicable safety standards
  • Can be used from birth until a child can sit upright unassisted, up to 50 pounds.
  • Always fasten child securely.
  • Never leave child unattended
  • For use on standard size, metal and plastic shopping carts 20-24 inches wide.

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My Thoughts:

I am absolutely in love with this amazing product. I was looking forward to using this product a great deal and was so happy to try it out. My daughter absolutely loves it as you can see in her photo. I was worried about putting it on the cart and holding a squirming baby by myself. I decided for the first time to use it I would just park close to a cart rack in the parking lot and grab a cart and get it situated before I got her out of the carseat. That worked wonderfully, but I must admit that it was not hard to get it put on and I now can do it while holding that squirming baby :).

I love how it safely sits on the cart and it is perfectly comfortable for my daughter. I can do all the shopping I need to and not have to worry about no room to put stuff because the carseat was sitting down in the cart. I always had read that you were not supposed to put your carseat on the cart like so many people do. I am a big rule follower so I never set it on the top of the cart. I love that you can also put your carseat in the holder safely as well if you want to carry the carseat in.

I am going to be recommending this amazing item to everyone I know that has a young child or is currently expecting.

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Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this amazing product, head on over to the website and you can pick the style that is just right for you.

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Covered Goods–Must Have Item for Mamas

August 10, 2016 by 1 Comment

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There are just some items that you must have if you are the mama of a baby. There is even another list of items that are necessary if you are going to be breastfeeding. This amazing multi-use nursing cover from Covered Goods is a must have.

About Covered Goods:

Jamie Yetter is the designer and owner of Covered Goods. As a mother of four, she faced a common fear while nursing in public; the fear of being exposed! This fear often kept her and other nursing mothers hunting for a hidden place somewhere and sometimes made it impossible to nurse at all. While shopping around for the perfect cover up, Jamie felt that each option still didn’t give the security of optimal privacy. This is why she created Covered Goods in 2012.

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Covered goods nursing covers are hand cut and hand sewn locally in the Los Angeles area to help support our economy and to ensure a quality product. Not only are you supporting United States manufacturing, but you are buying a product that’s perfect for any nursing mother.

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About Covered Goods Multi-Use Nursing Cover:

This amazing Multi-Use Nursing Cover is 4 in 1, One cover, four ways to use it.

This wonderful cover also functions as a car seat cover, scarf, and shopping cart cover. It also provides true all over coverage front and back. You can get it out and put it on in seconds.

With Covered Goods you can truly nurse anytime, anywhere!

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Some wonderful perks:

  • Easy on/off-no straps, rings or buckles
  • Fashionable, Breathable, and Stretchy
  • Stays put–won’t be kicked of pulled off
  • Flexible Neck with room to “check in”
  • 360 degree coverage
  • Folds away for simple storage

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My Thoughts:

I am absolutely in love with this product. I have never had a product that I was all about more than this :). I have used this product a million times already and my baby just turned 6 weeks old!  On top of all the uses that it already has I have also used it as a receiving blanket in the carseat or when we were out and about. We just recently got back from a vacation and I used this multiple times a day. I have had other coverups in the past and I hated how they let your back show so you definitely had to dress in layers. I love that there is 360 degree coverage with it. I also love that it folds up small so it’s out of the way, but ready when you need it. Every time that I used it on vacation someone came up and asked about it and wrote down the name so they could order one for themselves or a friend.

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Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this amazing product, head on over to the website and pick the design that is perfect for you.

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DockATot- Must Have Baby Product

July 20, 2016 by 1 Comment

Disclosure- I received the below in order to facilitate this post.  All opinions are my own and honest.  Please see “I disclose” for more information.
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As most of you have realized or noticed by now, I have had another baby :). Over the next few weeks you can be lucky enough to look forward to finding out about some of the greatest baby products that are on the market today. I want to share with you some of my favorites that I can not live without! The first one to share with you is the DockATot Deluxe.

About DockATot:

The DockATot is a multi-functional lounging, playing, chilling, resting and snuggling dock you can take anywhere. This was created with love in Sweden with a strict emphasis on design and comfort, there is simply nothing else like it on the market that allows mothers to feed, soothe, and bond with baby.

The Difference: The differences are in the sheer innovation; love and luxury that have been exhaustively thought out in the design process, with their own children in mind. Every material and detail is carefully micro-managaed to ensure the highest quality of breathability, non-toxicity, comfort, and convenience.

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The Convenience: Sure it’s stylish, but that’s only the beginning. DockATot travels easily form place-to-place and features a plush cocoon- like design for optimal protection and durability. The 100% cotton fashion sheets are machine washable, allowing for easy changes for life’s messy moments.

The Philosophy: Babies need a nurturing and cozy surrounding and feel calmer being in a smaller environment, which mimicks the mother’s womb. DockATot creates a soft and tender surrounding for little ones to lie in and feel snug and comforted.

The Collection: With two sizes ranging from 0-36 months, the Grand and Deluxe DockATot are the only products that will transition with your child through every stage.

The Promise: The DockATot has been rigorously tested and is fully compliant with both federal law and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commision proposed standards, setting a new standard for baby lounger design and comfort.

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DockATot is both a luxury and a necessity for any parent who wants their little one’s earliest years to be nestled in a happy and healthy cocoon of comfiness.

20160622_202743About DockATot Deluxe:

The Deluxe Dock is the ultimate docking station for your baby ages 0-8 months old. Multifunctional and multitasking, the DockATot Deluxe offers a safe and comfy spot that lets baby rest, lounge, play, cuddle, do tummy time and get diaper changes. Deluxe docks are lightweight and portable, allowing for easy travel. Additional covers are available for purchase to match your mood, room, and style.

Measurement:

18 inches wide x 29-34 inches long (29 inches with clasps closed and 34 inches with clasps open).

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My Thoughts:

I absolutely love the DockATot Deluxe. It is for sure one of my favorite products that I have ever used with a newborn. It is a great place for her to hang if I need to set her down on the floor, but out of the way of our dog and my other children. I also think that it is an amazing spot for her to take naps when we aren’t always at home and her bed isn’t necessarily available. We are getting ready to go on a vacation in a few weeks, I am definitely planning on taking this amazing product with us to use for her to sleep in! I would recommend this great product to anyone that is having a baby. I am hoping to get the DockATot Grand when she outgrows this one as well!

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Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this great product for that sweet baby in your life, head on over to their website and order the one that matches your lifestyle.

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Kidz Bop 32 – Great Way to Enjoy Summer

July 14, 2016 by 1 Comment

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As I’m sure all of you remember by now, I am an absolute huge fan of Kidz Bop Cd’s. I can promise you that Kidz Bop 32 did not disappoint in any way at all!

About Kidz Bop:

Kidz Bop records kid-friendly versions of today’s biggest pop music hits. They release two major numbered albums each year. They also release a themed album in the spring.

Who sings on the Kidz Bop albums?

The Kidz Bop kids sing on the kidz bop albums. For four consecutive years (2010-2013), Billboard magazine has named the Kidz Bop Kids the “#1 Kids Artists” in the U.S. !

Who are the Kidz Bop Kids and how does Kidz Bop cast the group?

Meet the new Kidz Bop kids – Ashlynn, Bredia, Grant, Jayna, and Matt! Kidz Bop recently held a nationwide casting call to find a new group of talented young performers to sing on the Kidz Bop albums, star in TV commercials & music videos and travel North America as part of the Kidz Bop Kids live tour. Thousands of kids across the country try out and only 5 are picked.

The Kidz Bop Kids perform more than 25 live shows each year.

About Kidz Bop 32:

  1. Cake By The Ocean
  2. No
  3. My House
  4. Love Yourself
  5. Don’t Let Me Down
  6. Work
  7. Never Forget You
  8. Out Of The Woods
  9. Hide Away
  10. One Call Away
  11. Just Like Fire
  12. Stressed Out
  13. 7 Years
  14. One Dance
  15. Life of the Party (Bonus Track)

My Thoughts:

I have been a huge fan of Kidz Bop CD’s since I became a teacher and a mom. Kids in my classroom as well as my own children love to listen to popular great music, but as we all know the music that is popular these days truthfully isn’t really all that appropriate for children to listen to.

I love that Kidz Bop takes popular songs and changes the words just a bit so that they are appropriate for children to listen to.

I can promise you that this new CD is just as amazing as all the other great ones that Kidz Bop has created.

I asked my girls to tell me their favorite song on the cd, but they were unable to pick just one favorite. They wanted me to let you all know that they liked each and every song on the cd.

Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this great CD, head on over to the website and get your copy ordered today.

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New Bouncer Mini from Baby Bjorn

July 6, 2016 by 1 Comment

Disclosure- I received the below in order to facilitate this review.  All opinions are my own and honest. For more, see “I Disclose”.
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Having a good, comfortable spot for your baby to sit is incredibly important. I must say that I have been extremely impressed with with Bouncer Mini from Baby Bjorn.

About Baby Bjorn:

Since 1961, Baby Bjorn, a family-owned Swedish company, has manufactured high quality, innovative products for infants and toddlers. Best known as makers of baby carriers, Baby Bjorn has more than 20 products in its portfolio. All Baby Bjorn products are designed and tested in Sweden. The company works extensively to eliminate substances that are hazardous to health or the environment in the materials used in manufacturing Baby Bjorn products.

Baby Bjorn is available in 50 countries and a preferred brand with parents around the world. Their award-winning Swedish product designs guarantee safety, quality and style. Baby Bjorn is headquartered in Solna, Sweden, just outside Stockholm. Baby Swede LLC is the exclusive distributor of all Baby Bjorn products in the United States and Canada.

About Bouncer Mini:

This wonderful Bouncer Mini can be used from newborn, up to the age of 6 months. It has two easily adjustable positions for baby and its detachable legs allow for easy assembly and storage. The new bouncer is available in silver and light pink, and makes a stylish addition to any new family’s home. The fabric is easy to remove and wash, is gentle on baby’s skin and completely safe for baby to chew. The fabric is free from health-hazardous substances and allergens.

Great Perks:

  • Cradles your baby for you
  • Powered completely by Baby
  • Provides proper support for newborns
  • Washable Fabric
  • Two Positions
  • Easy to Move Around
  • Can Be Taken Apart
  • Developed with Pediatricians
  • Safe and tested Textiles

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My Thoughts:

I was so incredibly impressed with this amazing Bouncer Mini. It was quick and easy for me to put together. I love that you can adjust the seat so that you can have two different heights and can keep babies happy for a longer portion of their first couple months. I love that even at only a week old my baby is supported well in the Bouncer Mini that she can be seated and comfortable in it. I am happy to see that the Bouncer Mini is easy to wash if your child is to spit up or to  even have one of those unfortunate blow outs :).

I absolutely love everything about this Bouncer Mini. This is my 3rd child and it is my favorite bouncer I have used by far!  I would recommend the Bouncer Mini from Baby Bjorn to everyone!

Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this amazing Bouncer Mini for the baby in your life head on over to this website and find which company you would like to get it from.

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Miles from Tomorrowland Season 2 Space Adventures

June 19, 2016 by 2 Comments

Disclosure- I received the below in order to facilitate this review.  All opinions are my own and honest. For more, see “I Disclose”.
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Miles From Tomorrowland has always been a favorite in our household! My girls have been anxiously looking forward to the premiere of Season 2 starting. With Season 2 starting comes a new great line of toys that every Miles fan is going to love.

About the Miles From Tomorrowland Season 2 Toys:

TOMY brings storytelling and space adventure to life with its innovative toy line that captures the sense of wonder and exploration from the Disney Junior TV series “Miles from Tomorrowland.” The product line encourages STEAM learning, and features evergreen play patterns that kids can use to recreate adventures from the TV episodes or to discover new stories for Miles and his family and friends.

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About the Toys:

Photon Flyer: This great toy was built by Miles Callisto for a space race derby. It has now become Miles’ go-to mode of transportation. Miles can get anywhere in the galaxy in a flash with the super speed of the Photon Flyer. All you need to do to activate hyper speed mode is pull forward on the nose of the ship and race off after your target. You can turn on the hard light wings with the push of a button. If your race or mission requires surface exploration push back the hard light wings to drive around in surface mode.

This great toy transforms into 3 modes: surface mode, space mode, and hyperspeed mode.

Miles From Tomorrowland, Haruna: Haruna is Miles Calisto’s best friend from Earth. Haruna and Miles go way back and even learned to skateboard together when they were in kindergarten. Haruna still loves riding his skateboard, even in outer space. The Haruna action figure, with poseable arms and legs, can practice awesome moves on his skateboard accessory with rolling wheels.

Gadfly’s Scourge Vehicle: On his quest to steal the Rift Drive, galactic space theif Gadfly needs his ship, the Scourge, to make his get away from the Space Guard Police Force. The Scourge ship makes it easy to steal the rift drive with a grappling claw that extends from the bottom of the ship to pick up the included rift drive. Launch flash beams at any enemies coming your way as Gadfly zooms off.

Miles From Tomorrowland, Prince Rygan: Prince Rygan is the sole heir to the throne of the empire of the Dethalian Race. But Prince Rygan likes nothing better than hanging out with Miles Callisto playing a game of Kalok. Even though his mother, Queen Gemma, is very strict, Rygan has a way of charming her to get his way. He’s adventurous like Miles and is always ready to get into and out of trouble with Miles. The Prince Rygan action figure, with articulated arms and legs, can keep up with Miles on any adventure on his super cool Dethalian Blast Board accessory.

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My Thoughts:

My daughters have had a blast playing with these awesome toys. They love shooting from Gadfly’s Scourge Vehicle, and they absolutely love lighting up the Photon Flyer. The toys are a great way to ring in the new season. I know that they are a great way to pump up any Miles Lover and prepare them for the wonderful Season 2 that is in store.

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GeoSafari Jr. SubScope from Education Insights

June 16, 2016 by 1 Comment

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Finding great educational toys for your kids to play with in the summer is always important to me. I was so excited to find this GeoSafari Jr. SubScope from Educational Insights. My girls were so excited to be able to discover the amazing world around them.

About Educational Insights:

Educational Insights aims to create experiences filled with sheer joy and uncontrollable laughter. They are champions of curiosity and those “eureka” moments of discovery. In addition to inspiring creativity, imagination, good sportsmanship, and out-of-the-box learning, their inventive line of kid-powered toys and engaging games are packed full of fun, designed to delight, and are certain to satisfy kids’ natural curiosity.

Educational Insights:

  • Are playful
  • Are Creative
  • Believe in learning through play
  • Are experts in their fields

Educational Insights Playful Promise:

We want to exceed your expectations. We work hard to ensure that our products are of the highest quality, and that kids feel happy, confident and inspired after playing with them. If the product you’ve purchased is not giving your child an exceptional experience, then you can simply return it and you will get your money back. That’s it! No short return windows, no endless rationale needed—just ship the product back within a year of purchase and you’ll get your refund.

Thank you for stopping by—now let’s play!

The Educational Insights Team

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About the GeoSafari Jr. SubScope:

With this amazing product, curious minds can discover wonderful underwater worlds – without even getting their heads wet – with this super submarine-shaped scope. It’s 2x magnification is just strong enough for “whoas” and “cools” but low enough to allow for a wide field of view, which is essential for young children’s understanding of up close exploration. This great product is perfect for STEM learning and pretend play.

Some great perks:

  • Ideal tool for underwater exploration
  • Encourages outdoor exploration and discovery
  • Perfect for STEM Learning
  • Sturdy, focus-free, water-resistant scope with 2x magnification and 3 LED lights
  • Two large eyepieces with comfy goggle and nose cut-out guide for perfect eye placement
  • 2x magnification

This product is great for children ages 3-6.

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My Thoughts:

What a very fun and awesome toy! My girls had loads of fun playing with the SubScope while they were swimming in our pool. They were amazed at how cool different things looked underneath of the water. After our new addition arrives in the next few weeks we plan on going to visit some family that lives on the lake. The girls are absolutely excited about looking into the water at the lake and seeing all the great things that there is for them to be able to see. I love toys that my kids enjoy playing with and toys that serve good educational purposes as well.

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Purchase:

If you are interested in purchasing this great toy, head on over to their website and purchase one for that exploring child in your life.

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Happi by Dena Olivia- Must Have Baby Girl Bedding

June 14, 2016 by 4 Comments

Disclosure- I received the below in order to facilitate this review.  All opinions are my own and honest. For more, see “I Disclose”.

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With a new baby on the way, finding the perfect bedding to get the baby room done can be incredibly tricky. I was so excited to find Happi by Dena Olivia, it hit the spot perfectly.

About Happi by Dena Olivia:

Dena is an award-winning artist, illustrator, TV host, author, and widely syndicated newspaper columnist. She is a leading product and lifestyle designer whose signature blend of hand-painted florals and modern prints warm hearts and homes all over the world.

Dena said that she finds her inspiration everywhere. Her studio window looks out onto her garden, and because something beautiful is always blooming, and she is constantly inspired by it! But inspiration really is all around us – it can be found in a beautiful color combination, a wonderfully soft fabric or the feeling you get when you hug your dog. She is especially inspired by feelings and by what makes someone feel happy, warm, comforted, delighted, etc.

Dena has currently alligned with some amazing new partners and are also expanding in the European market in a big way. So expect to see lots of new product with tons of fresh hand-painted prints and patterns.

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About Olivia 4-Piece Bedding Set:

This soft, gorgeous cotton voile fabrications in orchid, eggplant, violet, and aqua mix together in this lovely patchwork design. The soft 100% cotton filled coverlet measures 35 inches x 44 inches and has a lavender and aqua medallion print on the back. An exquisite paisley feather design is featured on the tiered dust ruffle which has a 16 inches drop. All of their 100% cotton fitted sheets have extra deep pockets for a secure fit and measures 28 inches x 52 inches. The 4-piece set includes on coverlet, one fitted sheet, one tiered dust ruffle, and a diaper stacker.

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The diaper stacker is 100% cotton, measures 11.5 inches x 21 inches and will hold approximately 30 diapers.

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About Olivia 4 Piece Bumper:

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The 4-piece reversible perfect fit bumper is made of a soft cotton voile fabrication with a lovely medallion print on one side and a lavender and white swirl print on the other. There are 24 sets of wide ties which need to be tied securely to the outside of the crib for safe sleep. Bumper is 100% cotton with a polyester fiberfill. Measures 50.5 inches x 9.5 inches on the long sides and 26.5 inches x 9.5 inches on the short sides.

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My Thoughts:

I am absolutely amazed by the beauty and quality in these great products. Each of the pieces that I received are absolutely beautiful. They are made with such elaborate details and are not like anything that I have ever seen before. I also must admit that I have never felt baby bedding be as soft as this amazing set. I know that it’s not going to be rough on my sweet baby’s skin. My older girls were even impressed by how soft it actually was.

I like that the bumper comes in 4 pieces to install. You can create your own pattern with the bumper, as well as the fact that you can only have parts up if you decide to take it down when baby gets much bigger.

I absolutely love this amazing baby bedding. I never thought that I could find baby bedding so beautiful, useful and of a wonderful quality. I will recommend these amazing products to my friends that are expecting as well.

Purchase:

If you are interested in purchase these amazing products from the Happi Collection by Dena Olivia, head on over to Toys R Us and you can pick the items in the line that would fit into your nursery.

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