My Urban Child

So how many parents out there stand and look at toy aisles and still have no idea what to get a child that seems to have everything! I am one of those parents. I feel that at times toys have taken over our house but I know the kids play with every single toy they …

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Dr. Drip Coffee

Over the last few years I’ve gotten into coffee.  There is something about that warm mug in your hand on a cold wet day or as the first pick me up in the morning.  While coffee is a new treat for me it seems like everyone I know is obsessed with it!  When I had …

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Tea Collection

About two months before my four year old son was born I realized that it is next to impossible to find cute boy’s clothes. It is amazing to me how I can go into major department stores and over half of the infant/toddler are girl clothes and boys have a very small section. It hasn’t …

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Gerber Graduates for Toddlers lil’ entrees

Jace turned one at the beginning of this month.  Since then we’ve been letting him try all kinds of new foods.  He was only doing pureed foods and his favorite Melts and Puffs.  We had the opportunity to try Gerber Graduates for Toddlers lil’ entrees.  Toddlers lil’ entrees I should have been buying these sooner!  …

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LeapFrog’s Peek-a-Shoe Talking Octopus

For the past few days my boys have been having a “ball” with the Peek-a-Shoe from LeapFrog. This toy is suggested for ages up to 36 months and my one year old adores it but to my surprise so does my four year old. They actually fight over who gets to put the balls in …

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My Embroidered Gifts

I am super excited to bring this particular review and giveaway to my readers.  I absolutely adore My Embroidered Gifts and was lucky enough to be able to work with this company a year ago.  The product quality is fantastic and the finished product with embroidery was beautiful.  The communication and customer service is wonderful …

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The Children’s Place

The Children’s Place has been one of my favorite places to shop since my youngest son was born a year ago. This is the one store that I can find great prices as well as selection for my four year old as well as for my one year old. Not to mention that I love …

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Baby Gourmet Baby Food

We had the opportunity to try a new line of baby food from Baby Gourmet.  This line is 100% organic, no fillers, thickners, unsweetened, kosher, and BPA free packaging.  It comes in those neat little squeeze pouches that you can let your baby suck out of the package or squeeze a little on the spoon.  …

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Mom’s Pasta Sauces – Baked Spaghetti Recipe

Pasta is an easy, go-to meal all year long, but can often seem bland if the same type of pasta and the same sauce is used every time. This holiday season, Fischer & Wieser (www.jelly.com) invites pasta-lovers to try some new and exciting sauces that will add a burst of freshness and flavor to any …

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Mimijumi Bottle

We hit the year mark with breastfeeding last week.  I plan on going til at least 18 months or until Jace weans.  That said there are times now that he is one I would like to give him something in a cup or bottle so I can go out for a few hours alone.  Jace …

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Colman’s Mustard Adds a Fiery Flavor to Traditional Thanksgiving Favorites

While Thanksgiving is a great time to bond with family and friends and give thanks for the fulfillment they bring, food is undoubtedly a favorite part of the holiday for many. Traditional dishes like mashed potatoes, yams, and roasted turkeys fill the air with familiar smells, evoking memories of good laughs and full bellies. However, …

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Oh Boy! Oberto’s Jerky!

Who doesn’t love Jerky?  Did you know that there are more varieties than just beef?  I didn’t until I had the chance to try Oh Boy! Oberta’s Jerky.  Each of their Jerkys are all natual, minimally processed and contain no artificial ingredients or added preservatives.  We received three of the varieties to try:  Original Beef …

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Glow Gifts

Holidays are already upon us and I have been thinking about my gift list for awhile now.  Our extended family draws name and although I have no idea what name I get until Thanksgiving, I am always on the lookout for gifts that I think would be a good option.  I “Pin It” and save …

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Tag Reading System with Solar System Map

We have had the Tag Reader as well as the Tag Jr. for a few years now. My four year old has always enjoyed them but wasn’t actually a product he would freely reach for. Usually his Leapster2 of Explorer would win out. Then ofcourse add in the super cool LeapPad, his Tag Reading System …

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Bright Starts Roll & Chase Bumble Bee

Bright Starts™ introduced a new line of toys called ‘Having a Ball™’  The toys are interactive and encourage kids to move around while playing and learning.  We got to play with the Bright Starts Roll & Chase Bumble Bee.      Bright Starts Roll & Chase Bumble Bee   It is a cute toy ‘ball’ in …

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