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Favorite Toys: Radio Flyer Wagon

Feb 11, 2019
1 min

Favorite Toys: Radio Flyer Wagon

This Radio Flyer Wagon is the perfect size for little ones learning to take their first steps. It's solid and stable giving little ones a secure walking toy to hang on to. I have also had plastic walkers and found that my little guy would loose his balance and the walker would easily teeter over. This wagon remains upright and does not tumble over like other walkers do. The wooden sides in the bed of the wagon slide out and are removable which we have found out can also be

Bear Pillow Project Box Work in Progress

Feb 8, 2019
1 min

Bear Pillow Project Box Work in Progress

Last night, I drew the bear pillow template on poster board. Next, I’ll cut him out and trace him to see how the the shape looks. If all is well, I’ll draw a second template that will include the seam allowance. If his shape is not right, I'll make some changes and try again. I got some more supplies in today: tools for carving linoleum, bottles to divide the ink for each project box, polyfil to stuff the pillows, and thread. Linoleum is a material similar to rubber. It’

Project Box: Bear Pillow Project Work in Progress

Feb 6, 2019
2 min

Project Box: Bear Pillow Project Work in Progress

So, I am working out the details for the second Project Box (I'm kicking this name around for our art box). This project is the Bear Pillow. I'm trying to streamline this project as much as possible to help increase the likelihood that we will all enjoy and finish this project. So, this is what I have so far. In each box I'm planning on including the following, which is subject to change as I create my own pillow and see how things works out. In the box: 1. A right and le

Art Project Box: Project Quilt Square, Documenting Work in Progress

Feb 4, 2019
3 min

Art Project Box: Project Quilt Square, Documenting Work in Progress

So, I announced I had an idea that was influenced by many things around me including: makers I see on Instagram and Facebook, beautiful interior design in nurseries and homes, and my own style and interest in art and home decor. My idea is to create an art project for anyone and everyone who is interested in participating. Now, I am literally at the starting point of this whole thing, so, I want to document and share the process of putting this project together. I like see

Favorite Blender: Ninja

Feb 1, 2019
1 min

Favorite Blender: Ninja

I've started making a smoothie regularly in the morning and this blender is able to blend all the ingredients into a smooth, yummy consistency. I have ingredients that were a challenge for my handheld blender: frozen banana chunks and chia seeds. Inevitably the blender would not chew up all the banana chunks and the small chia seeds remained whole, making them a difficult texture to drink. The Ninja blends everything smooth. All I have to do is push the programmed smoothi

Favorite Toys: Dump Truck

Jan 30, 2019
1 min

Favorite Toys: Dump Truck

This little dump truck is perfect for a one year old. There are buttons to push that light up, make sounds, and play music. There are balls to drop into the hole and push into the dump truck's bed encouraging hand eye coordination, and it keeps little ones entertained. It also counts up to three when a ball goes through the hole. The blue lever on the side can be pulled to dump out the bed. This little truck is also a fun push toy with wheels that easily glide over the f

Warning About Personal Space When You Are Expecting

Jan 28, 2019
2 min

Warning About Personal Space When You Are Expecting

So, this is a warning for expecting Mommas who haven't had their first baby yet. Once you announce to loved ones, colleagues, and friends that you are pregnant, brace yourself, your body will now become an object to those around you that can be discussed openly, and as if you are not there, and can be touched without invitation. Let me explain. Once you are pregnant, all bets are off, as far as personal space, boundaries, and discussing how big you are or aren't. Now that

Favorite Toys: Play Kitchen

Jan 25, 2019
2 min

Favorite Toys: Play Kitchen

We got our three year old the Uptown Natural Play Kitchen by Kid Kraft. He loves to pretend and act out whatever Mom and Dad are doing, including cooking. Let me start by saying this kitchen took two and a half hours to build. It comes with a lot of pieces, but once we put it together, we we're happy with the result. So, be prepared to spend an afternoon or evening putting this together. It all came in one big box and was packaged really well. I did remove the towel bar

Favorite Toys: Pull-back Cars

Jan 21, 2019
1 min

Favorite Toys: Pull-back Cars

This Christmas we got Melissa and Doug's Pull-Back Vehicle Set for our one year old. We have a lot of toys already, so, we wanted something that wasn't a duplicate of what we already had, and was something both our boys would love to play with. These are soft, plush, pull-back cars. The wheels are removable, which we know our three year old will love to take off and put back on. The cars themselves are bright and fun with colorful illustrations. Both kids love to pull th

On the Move: Car Seats and Stroller

Jan 18, 2019
3 min

On the Move: Car Seats and Stroller

We have found through research, that it's best to have a car seat designed specifically for infants and then a larger one as they grow, and this seat accommodates toddlers for years. So, for the infant car seat we went with the Chicco KeyFit. It comes with padded inserts to help support tiny bodies that can then be removed as baby grows. The cover is removable and washable which is essential with baby things. It is complicated to put the cover back on, but fortunately the

Favorite Toys: Pet Vet Play Set

Jan 14, 2019
2 min

Favorite Toys: Pet Vet Play Set

This pet vet play set allows my little guy to pretend he's an animal doctor just like Grandpa. This is another great toy that encourages my kiddo to pretend. He literally takes the lids off of the different medicine bottles and acts like he is applying some kind of ointment to the stuffed dog or stuffed cat. It is hilarious and so much fun to watch. He also pretends to listen to all of our hearts with the stethoscope and gives the plush dog and cat shots. Like all the toy

Keekaroo: Favorite Changing Pad

Jan 11, 2019
2 min

Keekaroo: Favorite Changing Pad

The Keekaroo Peanut Changer is expensive starting around $105! I wish it wasn't, but I would buy it again, and this is why. It's easy to clean. Just wipe it down, rinse it off, and dry it, and it's ready to go. There are no covers that need to be removed, washed, and put back on. The changing pad itself can be scrubbed in a sink or a tub if need be, and rinsed. Although, I have not had to resort to this yet, but I'm sure one colossal mess will happen at some point and I

Favorite Toys: Fire Fighter Costume

Jan 9, 2019
1 min

Favorite Toys: Fire Fighter Costume

This fire fighter costume by Melissa & Doug has been a hit. Our three year old is at the age when he loves to pretend and act out scenarios like putting out fires, cooking in a kitchen, driving an ambulance, and so on. This costume comes with the fire chief jacket, hat, fire extinguisher, and loud speaker. The loud speaker or bull horn makes a siren noise that is not too loud. Otherwise, it's all up to my kiddo to pretend. He runs around outside and inside by himself or

Favorite Art Supply for Kids: Chunky Triangular Crayons by Melissa & Doug

Jan 7, 2019
1 min

Favorite Art Supply for Kids: Chunky Triangular Crayons by Melissa & Doug

Melissa & Doug Jumbo Triangular Crayons are chunky in a good way. They are easy for my toddler to grip, and they don't break easily like small crayons do. These don't have paper wrappers, which my three year old likes to remove. My kiddo also likes things organized. If he can't put things back in a neat and orderly way, he gets frustrated. So, these crayons come with a sturdy, plastic container that holds each crayon perfectly. So, it helps him stay organized, and keeps

My First Colors

Jan 3, 2019
1 min

My First Colors

My First Colors is another great board book from DK. This book has vibrant photographs of objects and animals to represent each color. Its sturdy, thick pages hold up to toddler handling, and its smaller size and thicker pages make it easier for a little one to hold and turn pages on their own. So, if you are looking for a book to help introduce colors, I recommend this one. What are your favorite books that introduce color? #color #colors #firstcolors #myfirstcolors #dk

Favorite Body Wash and Lotion for Baby

Jan 2, 2019
1 min

Favorite Body Wash and Lotion for Baby

Aquaphor Baby Wash and Shampoo and Lubriderm Daily Moisture Body Lotion for Sensitive, Dry Skin are my preferred products for baby wash shampoo and lotion. With other products we experienced allergic reactions on baby's skin in the form of a rash. We've had no problems while using Aquaphor Baby Wash and Lubriderm Sensitive Skin. So, if you are looking for products that are gentle on baby's sensitive skin, I recommend these two. What are your favorite bath products for bab

Favorite Wood Picture Frames for Family Photos and Artwork

Dec 31, 2018
1 min

Favorite Wood Picture Frames for Family Photos and Artwork

I have a background in art, as a student, as a teacher, as an artist, as a curator, and now as a mom. So, I have photographs, drawings, and kid's artwork that I want to frame and hang in my home. These wooden frames are the perfect fit. They are good quality, come in a variety of sizes with and without mats, and with glass. They work for all of my framing needs. They also come in different colors, natural wood as seen here, black, white, and a darker brown. I also love t

Bath Support by Angel Care

Dec 28, 2018
1 min

Bath Support by Angel Care

The bath support by Angel Care is my go to for infants. The perforated seat is a soft, flexible material that is comfortable for little bodies and allows water and soap to wash through. The perimeter of the seat is hard plastic. The design reclines babies at an angle, so, it is easy to wash, rinse their heads, and not get soap in their eyes. The raised shape of the seat between baby's legs prevents them from sliding down which Woody demonstrates. If you are looking for a

Favorite Measuring Cups and Spoons

Dec 26, 2018
1 min

Favorite Measuring Cups and Spoons

My plastic measuring cups and spoons have been claimed by toddler for his make believe cooking show, so, I decided to get some new ones for myself. I've been using these stainless steel measuring cups and measuring spoons since 2015. So, the spoons and measuring cups you see in the photos are 3 years old, and still look new. They are stainless, and they have the measurements engraved on the handles including the metric and imperial measurements, in other words, 1/2 cup, 1/

White Board: Great Tool for Learning and Tracking Kids' Medication

Dec 24, 2018
2 min

White Board: Great Tool for Learning and Tracking Kids' Medication

We originally got a white board to start teaching our 3 year old his ABCs. The plan was to have a letter of the week with pictures and words representing each letter. The board hangs in the kitchen where our kiddo can see it while he eats in his high chair, walks in the kitchen, or plays in the living room. Any time we change the board, our little guy is excited and interested to learn and talk about what he sees. We've also drawn faces to help describe different emotions:

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