Dec 162011
 
2011 Holiday Gift Guide – Stocking Stuffer Suggestions
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In addition to the cute Storybook PJs I shared with you earlier, Little Toader also produces the Appeteether.  These “Appetizer Teethers” are a fun and unique choice of teether for your little one.
The Appeteethers currently come in two varieties (though a little birdie tells me additional selections may soon be on the way): Chompin’ Chicken Wing and Baby-Q Ribs.  It’s kind of funny to watch your little one chomping away on their own BBQ rib.
The teethers were designed to me more than humorous –  they’re made to reduce teething discomfort.  All Little Toader teething toys are nontoxic, BPA-free, lead free, PVC free, and Phthalate free.  Each batch of Appeteethers is tested by an independent third party organization to ensure the highest level of safety and comply with all Consumer Product Safety Commission requirements.  They also have varying colors and textures to stimulate baby’s senses.
Baby C. loves hers; she chews on it all day.  It’s held up excellently, even now that she is sporting one very sharp little tooth!
Where to Buy:
You can purchase Appeteethers from the Little Toader website.  Regular retail is $14.99, but until December 31, 2011 everything is at least 30% off, so they are $9.99.  They also come in a sampler pack with one of each for $18.89 (reg. $26.99).
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Dec 162011
 

2011 Holiday Gift Guide – Suggestions For Babies/Toddlers

There’s a cute concept in the world of pajamas and it comes courtesy of a company called Little Toader.  They have designed Storybook PJs, a themed set that includes a book and a pair of PJs.

Little Toader is owned run by husband and wife team Lori and Michael and is located in Florida.  With three children of their own (and one on the way) they often found themselves saying “they should make…”  And so they decided to do just that.  They’ve created a line of safe, unique and fun items for babies and kids.

I had the pleasure of meeting the Little Toader folks at the ABC Kids Expo this year and they were such a sweet couple.  You can tell they have passion around their products and their work and it was infectious.  They also produce the Appeteether which will make your little one giggle.

The Storybook PJs come with a book – Adventures in Dreams – that is meant to be read while the pajamas are worn.  The images used in the book correspond to the images printed on the PJs.  So as you read the book they can search for the images on their jammies to make it more interactive.

The PJs are unisex and are 100% cotton with a snug-fit design for safety.  They’re really cute and the water color effect gives them kind of a soft, brushed look.  I would encourage you to order the next size up, though.  We have the 6-12 month size and Baby C. fell in the weight and height range indicated on the size chart, but they were a little small for her.

One reader will win a set of Storybook PJs in size 12-18 months or 18 months.  Giveaway closed.

I received a product in order to facilitate my review.  No other compensation was received and all opinions are 100% mine and my family’s.

Dec 152011
 
2011 Holiday Gift Guide – Suggestions For Babies/Toddlers
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I think pretty much everyone has caught a commercial for the Gyro Bowl at one point or another.  We’ve seen it dozens of times and have sometimes wondered – with a hefty dose of skepticism – whether the bowl actually works.  Well, it does.
We received a Gyro bowl recently and so far everything we’ve put in it has stayed put while we’ve twirled it around.  Granted, we haven’t tried liquids yet (that particular experiment is an “outdoor fun” kind of thing and needs to wait until warmer weather), but everything else has been fine.  Baby C. loves playing with it, too; she turns it around and around, and tries to spin the inner portion.
If you’re looking for a stocking stuffer for the tot set, this could be a good choice.  In addition to the fact that it will keep their snacks from spilling all over the car on trips to Grandma’s, it also doubles as a bit of a toy and will give them a little distraction.
The Gyro Bowl is BPA-free and top-rack dishwasher safe.
Where to Buy:
You can find them in most stores that sell “As Seen On TV” items or you can purchase two bowls for $14.99 (B1G1F) plus shipping online.

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Dec 142011
 

2011 Holiday Gift Guide – Suggestions For Babies/Toddlers/Kids
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Pajamas – or “jammies” as we refer to them as around here – are a fairly common Christmas present, especially for the tot set.  A lot of families I know make it a Christmas eve tradition to give a new set of PJs and then cuddle up for a cocoa and Christmas story before setting out cookies, milk and carrots for Santa and his reindeer.

If you’re considering new jammies as a gift this year then I think you will love Skylar Luna.  Their two-piece pajama sets are absoluetly adorable and any child would love to snuggle down in them and dream up some visions of sugarplums.  They would also make for a super-cute Christmas picture of the kiddos. Continue reading »

Dec 142011
 
2011 Holiday Gift Guide – Stocking Stuffer Suggestions
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Do you remember “cootie catchers” from when you were a kid?  They were those folded paper “fortune tellers” that told you if Billy liked you, or if Sally was going to own a mansion when she grew up.  They were the perfect decision-maker because they were readily available and easy to customize to the situation.

Cootie catchers have been reinvented; the new Cahooties have been developed to enhance the iconic game to deliver fun, learning and connection among tweens and their friends & families.
Cahooties come in nearly two dozen themes, including Birthday Diva, Slumber Party, My Fab Family and Dogs Rule (in partnership with Animal Planet).  Each Cahootie comes with one durable, pre-folded laminated paper game printed with colorful graphics that match the theme, plus 40 removable stickers to help keep the game fresh.  Just open the flaps on the Cahootie and place the stickers under each one – eight total.  You then play the game, choosing flaps as you go, until the final flap is lifted to reveal a coordinating sticker and either trivia, a fortune, or a challenge.
We had fun playing with our Cahootie – it definitely brought back memories!  This would make a cute stocking stuffer for a tween on your list.
Where to Buy:
Cahooties can be purchased from retailers like Amazon or Toys R Us.
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