The Cutest Little Nightlight for Young Kids from Munchkin

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Such a simple design yet so totally perfect: the Light My Way Portable Nightlight is a huge hit in our house for my 6 year old. The handle is the best part - it's easy for little hands to grasp & he can carry it around with him at night. I think it's actually designed for a younger crowd too so I would imagine this is also fun for toddlers! … [Read more...]

What You Need To Get Your Kids Through the Flu

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As I write this post, I'm glancing over at my sick 9 year old who is down for the count with the flu. After having it myself at Christmas, I wouldn't wish the flu on my worst enemy, let alone my child. I've decided it's MUCH WORSE to watch my child have it than have it myself too, by the way. It's just awful to watch him suffer, especially since I … [Read more...]

How To Buy A Safe Baby Crib

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Last month I had the chance to watch a 30 lb. weight slammed 9,000 times onto the bottom rail of a baby crib. This is just one of over a dozen different tests Delta Children's Product performs on every model of crib they make. Delta Children's Products invited me along with a few other bloggers to one of their testing facilities located in … [Read more...]

Infant News: 4 Million Bumbo Seats Recalled

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Wow - this one's a bummer as we loved our Bumbo Seat.  But even more interesting, upon a search here on Mommies with Style and Bumbo Seat reviews, I see that Julie posted about a recall back in 2007 of Bumbos for the SAME reason.  Yikes. The Huffington Post reported today that Bumbo Seat has recalled more than 4 million Bumbo Seats due to falls … [Read more...]

Infant Carrier Review: Safety1st onBoard 35

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Infant seats have come a long way since my oldest was a baby and it could not get safer than the onBoard™35 infant seat featuring Air Protect™ Side Impact Technology. Here are some features on the onBoard 35: Rear-facing 4-35 pounds and up to 32” in height Featuring Air Protect™ revolutionary side impact technology - LEARN … [Read more...]

KidCo Anti Tip Straps: Anchor For Safety (Giveaway!)

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The US Consumer Product Safety Commission has been putting more warnings out there about the dangers of furniture and TV's tipping, and harming your child. With TV's now being so slim and light, and furniture being a little less sturdy, you'd be amazed at how easy it is for your child to pull them down on top of themselves. If your child is now … [Read more...]

D-Link Wireless Camera: Baby Monitor and More

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My one beef with baby gear is often how short of a time it actually gets used. So I have a special place in my heart for gear that grows with your child or that is multipurpose. One of my latest finds is the mydlink-enabled Wireless N Network Camera (DCS-930L) from D-Link. When you’re shopping for a baby monitor, you’re more likely to end up at … [Read more...]

Make Your Home Safe With KidCo Baby Proofing Products (Givewaway!)

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As a parent, it's your job to make your baby's world a safe place to learn and grow. Baby-proofing helps protect your child from dangerous areas in your home--and helps protect your belongings from damage. There are many products marketed to parents to baby-proof their homes, but as with most parenting issues, sometimes the most basic solutions … [Read more...]

Gross But Totally Entertaining for the Kids: Bacon Bandaids

I happened across these funny Bacon Bandages on Amazon the other day and had to laugh because while I think they are totally odd, I just know my kids would love them.  You can order a box on Amazon for $5.45. They also have several other designs like Toast, Bling and Pickles. Gross, right?  I may have to get a box each for my boys' Easter … [Read more...]

Combat Germs with Softsoap’s Liquid Hand Soap & a Kid-Friendly Timer

As I write this, I'm stuck inside with one sick kid.  For the second time in a week, we've picked up a bug of some kind that has me cringing from the hidden germs I know are lurking in my house.  It's this time of year and I know it.  Seems like everyone's coming down with something.  I always think it's the whole spring thing - just as it starts … [Read more...]