The Best Baby Shower: Sage Spoonfuls Homemade Lifestyle Package Giveaway!

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I remember spending a ridiculous amount of money on jarred baby food for Emma.  The only part about that stage that I miss is she actually ate quite a few vegetables back then.  Not so much anymore! Once I realized how easy it was to make your own baby food, we were out of that stage.  Now I have a second chance to do it the right away, and I'm so fortunate to have such a comprehensive kit to make the process that much easier. The Homemade Lifestyle Package includes all of the following … [Read more...]

The Best Baby Shower: Maxi Cosi Travel System Giveaway!

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This past fall, I had the opportunity to get a first-hand look at one of the two new collections from Maxi Cosi - the Leila Collection, which has a tan and powder blue theme.  The Piazzo is the other, in tan and red. The timing couldn't be more perfect, and I'm excited to be able to use this brand new mommy gear in just a few short months. The collection features the three essentials for new moms: The travel system, the play yard, and the high chair. But let's talk about the travel system … [Read more...]

Newest Baby Gear Collections by Maxi-Cosi

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The moment I stepped into the baby store, it became real. I was there to register for the first time, and there was a product for everything. Overwhelming to put it simply. But it was also exciting too. There is something about baby products, and even better, the gear. Even in these past three years, I've seen some great improvements in baby gear. Even if you're not pregnant, I dare you to look at Maxi-Cosi's newest collections - Piazzo and Leila, and not come down with a case of baby … [Read more...]

Boogie Baby Crib Blankets (Review & Giveaway)

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Winner: Kimberly Boogie Baby blankets are my new obsession. O.M.G. I seriously want to steal this one right away from Jack.  Everyone drools over it when they see it!  Can I just tell you, when I put Jack down for naps or bed in his crib and I gather this blanket up to cover him, he smiles the biggest smile, grabs it and squishes his face in it?  I love that.  So worth it. Boogie Baby makes customizable blankets for kids of every age, complete with personalization.  I was torn … [Read more...]

Juppy Baby Walker (Review & Giveaway)

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The winner is ColleenMarie82! The Juppy Baby Walker just earned a spot in my baby bag. Being the proud mom of a 98 percentile-r, I am constantly straining my back. Picking him up, putting him down, helping him climb and cruise. He's a big boy, but more than that, I feel like I spend half my days bent at the knees or the waist. It takes a toll. My back is often sore and frequently cracks. I can appreciate any product that helps me with that pervasive parenting issue. Lucky me, the … [Read more...]

Kolcraft Contours Options 3-Wheel Stroller (Review & Giveaway)

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Karen M. was the lucky winner! When it comes to strollers, the lighter the better. Especially now that we're in the full-blown toddler stage and don't always need to wheel Emma around. She likes to walk, run and skip everywhere these days. So if I'm going to toss a stroller into the back of my car, I usually opt for the lightweight one because it takes up minimal space and doesn't break my back. There is a but-you knew that was coming, right? If we're going to spend an entire day … [Read more...]

WIN IT! WeeRide Kangaroo Child Bicycle Seat (Review & Giveaway)

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Karen B won! Before Emma came along, her dad and I were very active.  We used to go for bike rides around the neighborhood for exercise and to socialize with the neighbors.  It was a lot of fun to get out and bond through an activity, something we missed doing the past few years. Now I find out that we really didn’t have to miss out all.  With the WeeRide Limited Edition Kangaroo, we could have easily taken Emma along for a leisurely bike ride.  This bicycle seat attaches to the … [Read more...]

Playtex Drop Ins Bottle System (Review & Giveaway)

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Laura L is our winner! When my son was a few weeks old, after breastfeeding had been established, we introduced a bottle.  He took it well on occasion when it was offered for the next few weeks, interspersed with nursing.  Then, one day, he stopped accepting it.  Lucky me!  Daddy's night time feeding sessions were a thing of the past.  There was no avoiding public nursing, no matter the situation.  I tried everything I could think of to get him to retry bottles, including buying a … [Read more...]

KidCo PeaPod Plus Kids Travel Bed (Review & Giveaway)

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Winner - Mary Long before I had even thought about getting pregnant with my son Jack, I took a trip to Ocean City, NJ with some girlfriends and their little ones.  My friend's son was just about a year old and not yet mobile.  Among the [shocking!] piles of gear she brought along for the trip was a lightweight, over the shoulder bag that contained a beach tent.  I thought it was genius...and frankly one of the only useful things she toted with her all day, as her baby slept or relaxed in … [Read more...]

Petunia Pickle Bottom Touring Tote (Review + Giveaway)

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Contest closed.  Congratulations, Stacy Q! There are lots of diaper bags out there, but few like Petunia Pickle Bottom.  Petunia styles are classically modern, cleverly designed and extremely well made. Clever Petunia Touring Totes are designed to provide “shoulder-to-stroller flexibility”.  Use the stroller straps to hang onto your stroller’s handles, and convert to a chic purse using one of the two strap sizes.  There are pockets gallore, for the pacifier, sippy cup, cell … [Read more...]