Yesterday, my friend and I went to the mall on a "gift-certificate shopathon." We cleaned out our gift card boxes and met up for an afternoon to overload the kiddo's strollers with shopping bags of all shapes, colors, and sizes. While it was great fun to see my friend and nice to have something to do … [Read more...]
Parenting Guide to Safe and Educational Crib Toys
December 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment
When we set up our baby's crib, we were extra cautious. We bought the firmest mattress we could find (tested in store by my husband) so she couldn't suffocate in any fluffiness. We got the flattest mattress pad under her sheets so she wouldn't get her face buried in any poofiness. We didn't put any blankets … [Read more...]
Top 5 Fun Learning Toys for Babies and Toddlers
September 2, 2009 By 1 Comment
Here are five awesome learning toys for babies and younger toddlers at affordable prices! Fisher-Price Interactive Baby Grand Piano $44.50 Little ones can rock out with their very own Baby Grand Piano! This pint-sized piano teaches numbers and colors, as well as exposes them to musical concepts … [Read more...]
Bouncers and Exersaucers: Fun for Baby!
July 10, 2009 By 1 Comment
The bouncer, also known as the “bouncy seat” is a favorite in many homes. Babies ages newborn and up love a good bouncer. It’s great for play and a little snooze. You will find that you use your bouncy seat a lot until baby is crawling and able to crawl out on their own. These bouncy seats … [Read more...]
How to Buy a Baby Swing
July 7, 2009 By Leave a Comment
My top pick: Fisher Price Nature's Papasan Cradle swing: $119.99 A baby swing can be your best friend. Many mothers rely on the baby swing to sooth a cranky baby. The best swings mimic the movement the baby felt when he or she was inside the womb. Here are some things to look for when … [Read more...]
3 Recalls Today
January 15, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Rolling Toy Xylophones were recalled by The Land of Nod due to "choking hazard." "Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and return it to the company for a credit of the purchase price and a $10 gift card." Click here to read the full press release. Children’s … [Read more...]
More Affordable Gift Ideas
December 15, 2008 By 1 Comment
MSNBC.com featured "The best toy trends for all budgets." Check out some popular toys for kids' today for affordable prices. Click on the toy name to find out where you can get them (sometimes for cheaper prices than what is quoted in the article): Games and Puzzles: Eric Carle Brown Bear … [Read more...]
Musical Toy Deal: Fisher Price Musical Fingerpaint
November 4, 2008 By Leave a Comment
This toy is part of eToys.com's 2008 Holiday Toy Guide. Babies, although absolutely adorable, are extremely messy! They love to get into everything and make a mess as they explore the world around them. This musical fingerpaint set allows them to go crazy and get creative with "goop" that is … [Read more...]
Learning Pots and Pans Toys Recalled
August 7, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Fisher-Price has recalled Learning Pots and Pans Toys due to "choking hazard." "Consumers should immediately take these recalled toys away from children and examine the bottom of the blue pan. The pan should contain six screws. If all six screws are installed, no further action is necessary. If any … [Read more...]
Doorbuster Toy Sale at Boscovs.com!
April 15, 2008 By 1 Comment
Boscovs.com carries a variety of products. Right now they are having an awesome sale on some great toys: CompuKidz Teach & Talk Activity Laptop: $89.99 … [Read more...]
