Product Reviews

As most of us know, the plastics in many baby bottles, utensils, plates and cups can be dangerous for our growing little ones. Many of the BPA free cups are expensive- up to $15 for one!   But Nuby makes

This could be a cute gift for a new little one... personalized pacifiers!  Two lines of personalization and a variety of colors and styles- and they're cheap too (3 for $15)!  Great for babies

Find tips and information on choosing baby bedding for kids. Easy to maintain and comfortable baby bedding options. Your baby spends the major part of the day in bed, sleeping. Therefore, it is important that the

I recently went to a baby shower for a first time mother. As a gift, one of the mom-to be's friends (who has two children of her own) bought a large basket that she filled with little essentials for

If you have a newborn, or friends or family with one, take a look at this cool lilttle timer - the Itzbeen Baby Care Timer.  This clever little timer that tracks the amount of time since the last feeding

I love the Cranium games! The games are geared toward preschoolers.They reinforce confidence and decision making skills. My favorite gam is Hullabaloo. Kids can learn about colors, shapes, etc., while moving. Cranium

This is a very cool website. It has everything for kids from clothes to furniture. What I like about this company to is that it was created by two sisters in their twenties who are using their company's success

Table Toppers are disposable, stick-on placemats for babies and toddlers. They are a lifesaver at restaurants. Don't worry about whether the restaurant table is clean or covered with chemicals from cleaners

Did you know that Amazon.com has a Daily Deal for Baby section of their baby store?  Just go here and look for the Gold Box at the upper right.  In that box will be one or more baby items on sale

The Webkinz are coming! Like hundreds of other fad toys before them, parents are hearing more about Webkinz these days, not from the news, but from their kids on the playground. Webkinz are yet another, not especially

I absolutely love Leapfrog products! I've been buying them for my son since he was a little baby, and now that he is six he still enjoys playing with age appropriate products. The great thing about these toys

I just came across this interesting site that allows you to either buy, sell or swap your gift cards for another card. For those who received that $50 Sears gift card but were desiring a romantic dinner  out...try

Check out Crazy8 which is owned by Gymboree but less expensive (think Gap and Old Navy).  Good quality, great deals and trendy.  I bought 8.00 pj's for my kids and my little cousins and they are so

One of my favorite memories of Christmas is baking with my mother.  We'd make several different kinds of treats, including banana bread, fudge, cookies, and my favorite, almond butter crunch.  This

We have a bunch of relatives and friends who live far away, and even if we know the kids love Legos or Webkinz or whatever, we're not always sure what they already have. And I'm not always sure what stores

My twins wanted an iPod, but at age 10 we didn't think they would take good enough care of it to spend all that money. My husband found them the Sansa Shaker, and thought it was cute and easy to use, and affordable

My sister bought my kids a game called Apples to Apples Junior. It really requires some thought, ingenuity and cleverness, and it's really fun for all ages. The Junior edition isn't for little kids, it's

Do you have a favorite snapshot of your child that you would love to turn into a lasting work of art? My sister had portraits of her children done by John Novak, an independent artist who lived and worked in New

If you're looking for a fun picture book that has a learning component, check out the Discover America State by State Alphabet Series.  Each state has a beautifully illustrated picture book that presents

Does your child love Legos? Did you know there that there is a magazine entirely devoted to Legos? My son really enjoys getting the magazine in the mail. It costs absolutely nothing that is the great part. You will

My daughter’s dance class uses playsilks when they do their free dance. The girls spin and twirl them around the room, and they look so pretty with their bright colors. They are great for imaginative play

My family has a bunch of holiday movies we love to watch in November and December - The Christmas Story, Frosty The Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Charlie Brown's Christmas, The Sound of Music and

Check out Crazy 8 - a new line of trendy kids clothes from Gymboree.  It's the same quality as Gymboree but less expensive and currently they offer free shipping.  Its almost like what "Old

Even at a young age, playing fosters your child's physical and mental development. It is essential however that you provide babies with toys meant for their specific age group. Also, always remember to check

On a recent Holiday House Tour in Newburyport, I fell in love with local Massachusetts artist, Pete McKee's artwork.  His paintings were proudly displayed in his son's beautiful home along

Johanna Wright is one of those artists that captures childhood memories and produces an endearing image for young and old to enjoy. Her simple pictures of beds in tree's and a little girl reading under

If you're interested in an indoor playhouse for your kids, but aren't certain about bringing a big plastic thing into your house, take a look at this soft, storable playhouse - Playskool's Rose Petal

Stumped for stocking stuffer ideas? I am always looking for new and fun ideas to slip into Christmas stockings. Make a list and check it twice, or if you’re strapped for time...look at mine. Find those fun-to-buy

Have you gotten a GPS system yet? I didn't want to spend the money (as usual!) but my hsuband got us a Garmin anyway, and now I don't know how I lived without it. I LOVE it! I feel safe and secure going

My local library always has a section of books they are giving away for free.  Some of them are ones no one wants and some are priceless finds.  They make great presents.  They are also a good way

As you look through your holiday gift dea list do you wish you had a cheat sheet to help you find the right gift for the right person? Here is a guide to finding a little or big something for everybody on your Christmas

These bowholders from Bambina Ballerina are gorgeous! The holder is made to look like a ballerina so it's a perfect place to store all those bows you know you have, but just can't find!  This is

Now you have the perfect gifts and you have to wrap them.  Be inventive.  Wrap a child's gift in the comic section of the sunday paper.  The packing paper that comes with books when you order

Are you on a budget this year?  No one has to go broke to give their loved ones a spectacular Christmas.  If you have a dollar store nearby then you have access to a great selection of inexpensive gifts. 

There is one particular teddy bear made by Gund that is perfect for infants. It has sewn-on eyes and nose, it's very soft and cuddly, and it's washable. The only problem is that it's difficult to

These coloring books by Taro Gomi really require some imagination and entrance young creative types. They are absolutely HUGE and similar to the Anti-Coloring Book and the Rosie Flo & Johnny Joes. Kids

I really don't like the kids to play video games or use the computer that much. But I do let them play with their Leapster. It is a cute little handheld game by LeapFrog for ages 4-10. It truly does have

I saw this woman’s work at a local fair and thought it was adorable. She makes soft-soled baby shoes with cotton uppers and corduroy soles. They are very cute and she uses tons of different patterns, and has

I have some folks on my gift list that have it ALL...so I purchase a few of these wonderful monthly gifts from Great Clubs - I love the Fruit of the Month the best!  They also have chocolate, pizza, flowers

I've gone through a ton of different thermometers and I've finally settled on Braun's Thermoscan. It takes a temperature in seconds, is simple to use and the kids barely know its there. Definitely more

In light of all the talk about lead in toys, I think books are still a wonderful alternative to any "toy". Have you walked into the book section of any bookstore lately? The choices in books is amazing....fluffly

Today I was asked by a friend what she should get for a Yankee Swap gift (limit $25).  Just in case you are in the same predicament- here's what I came up with... Instead of getting a gift certificate

Magna Tiles are, by far, my four year old's favorite toy. We discovered them at her preschool and whenever they are "open" at school, she is there. So much so that we needed to go out and get some

OK, the whole world is buying gift cards instead of gifts, and all the stores are selling boxes and envelopes for them to be presented in. But here are 12 creative, adorable ways to give gift cards, that make a

Looking for some children's Christmas Books that your family will cherish for years to come? Here are a few beautifully illustrated classics and some new winners: The Night Before Christmas illustrated by

Groovy Girl Dolls: Great in Every Way! Find the perfect groove this holiday season with this fun and safe doll by The Curio Shop. A Groovy Girl Doll is a stylish way to represent cultural diversity in your kid's

If you're looking for a first tricycle, you should seriously consider Kettler's tricycles.  We really liked the Air Navigator but the Air Happy is very similar and less expensive.  The key is that

Piperlime, owned by Gap Inc. is a website with every shoe imaginable for women, men and kids!  Even better, they offer free shipping and returns (and there's no catch!) and if you find a better price on

I was amazed at what I saw at CVS the other night-hundreds of gift cards from different stores, restaurants, services, sporting events, etc. in a variety of amounts, all in one place. No more driving from store

I'm a big fan of glass art and independant artists, especially this time of year.  I love this website dedicated to glass artists around the country.  The items on this site will NOT disappoint!