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Momo Baby Giveaway

Momo Baby Giveaway

Read the full review here

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Welcome to the 1st Annual Back to School Giveaway Hop hosted by Karen’s Got Mail. I have teamed up with a fantastic group of bloggers to share these giveaways with our readers. Be sure to hop around to the participating blogs and enter some fabulous giveaways! Also, make sure to enter the Grand Prize Giveaway which features n Ultimate Back to School combo from Mabel’s Labels!

Momo Baby Shoes Giveaway

Karen’s Got Mail and the Back to School Giveaway Hop participating bloggers are not responsible for sponsors who do not fulfill their prize obligations.

Knock Nanny Review

Knock Nanny Review

Available now to purchase through Amazon

Who is Knock Nanny?

Knock Nanny is a Utah based business that started because they agree that we need to let sleeping babies sleep! Getting a child to finally fall asleep, only then to be woken by a pounding on your door or a loud DING DONG of the doorbell makes any parent cringe. You know we have practically all tried taping a piece of paper by the doorbell, but they always fall off or become unreadable from rain.

Knock Nanny knew they had to do something about this problem, and I cannot thank them enough!

What is The Knock Nanny?

The Knock Nanny is a simple plastic cover you install over your door bell. You can notify your visitors with 27 different message decals, or even design your own.

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The beauty of this product is there is no drilling into your place of residence! You are able to bring it with you to your next home without any damage to the property.

To see more visuals of installation (along with videos) please click here.

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There are so many options I had such a hard time picking one for my front door!

They even offer options like ‘No Soliciting’ and ‘Do Not Disturb’ for those without children but who want to enjoy the silence.

Installation

There are several ways the Knock Nanny can be installed. There is the standard method or the non-standard method. If neither of these methods are able to work with your doorbell/house there is still a way! The adhesive strips which come with the Knock Nanny are pretty spectacular. They can be used on an ‘install anywhere’ situation. Simply place the strips on the back of the knock nanny where it points towards the house. The strips are wider then the edge of the Knock Nanny, this is not a problem. It will stick to any surface. These strips are a very high adhesive strength and  leave no residue left behind after removal. This allows for those special circumstance installments.

Where Can You Buy It?

the Knock Nanny is now available through Amazon!

Click here to see a list of retail locations that carry the Knock Nanny.

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Mama’s Experience

When I received my Knock Nanny the first thing I wanted to do was look at the stickers! There are so many unique designs to choose from. I think it’s such a great idea to have such versatile options with their product. You can choose adorable sleeping baby stickers, a request to only knock, one asking to leave packages at the door, even ones that just say No Soliciting or Do Not Disturb.  This product is not just for parents with small children. Young adults trying to study for exams, average adults who don’t want to be disturbed or elderly people who may not feel up to walking to the door; all different types of people will benefit from having a Knock Nanny installed.

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The Knock Nanny itself is made of a high quality material (the same stuff used in Lego’s) and it keeps both flexibility and form in extreme low and high temperatures. This is a super important feature. Living in Ohio we get well into the negative 20’s during the winter. Having this outside when those temperatures hit, I will have no worries about my Knock Nanny. The stickers are a super high quality, fade resistant and water resistant. Take that post it note signs!

Installation was a breeze! I couldn’t believe how simple it was to slide over the doorbell. I applied the double sided sticker to both sides of the doorbell. I slid the Knock Nanny onto the doorbell and pushed back. It felt super secure even though it was very smooth to install.

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The message decals were easy to remove as well. Here I will show you two different decals. It peeled off clean and I was able to place the first decal back on the sheet.

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The Knock Nanny really is a perfect product for anyone

Enter to win a Knock Nanny

Now that you have read and seen how super the Knock Nanny is, you can try to enter to win one for yourself.

Click here to enter to win a Knock Nanny

10 people will win (1) Knock Nanny! (Open to US only, runs 8/15-8/29)

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Sophie the Giraffe Review

Sophie the Giraffe Review

History of Sophie

The little giraffe known to consumers as Sophie was born in 1961. At that time the only animal toys for babies and children were farm or pet animals. Monsieur Rampeau who was an expert in transforming latex from the HEVEA tree using the rotational molding of rubber as a toy-making concept, came up with the idea of designing a giraffe.

She went into production on May 25th, 1961 and she looks the same today as she did then.

She is made from 100% natural rubber derived from the latex of the Hevea tree

“Vulli, a company based in Rumilly in the Haute-Savoie Region of France, has continued to keep the jealously-guarded secret of how this wonder toy is made. Sophie is still “traditionally” produced to this day, a process that involves more than 14 manual operations.” – Sophie the Giraffe Website

Stimulating the Five Senses


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Sophie the Giraffe – Chewing Bandana

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Bandana’s are so in right now. They are the cute accessory we love to have our infants sport. Drooling and babies is like peanut butter and jelly…they just go together. If you are going to put a bib on your child because of drooling then you should know that all the drooling is most likely due to teething. When both of my children are teething their sinus cavities start going crazy. They become snotty little drool machines. The concept of putting a teether on the bandana is just so smart! The two just go together…like peanut butter and jelly!

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This bandana come in a boy and a girl version (blue or pink). I really think either color looks great on either gender. They are stylish, functional and super fun.

They have 2 snaps to adjust the fit based on your child’s size.

These are now available for $17.18. Click here to see it on their website.

Sophie the Giraffe – So’pure Teether

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These teethers are just like the original Sophie the Giraffe, only with additional material for a small child to hold on to and to chew on. The multi textured surface gives the child more stimulation then the original Sophie. These are great for early teethers.

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These are now available for $17.74. Click here to see it on their website.

 

Enter to win a Sophie the Giraffe Teething Set

Click here to enter to try and win a Sophie the Giraffe chewing bandana & a So’Pure Teether!

(runs 8/14-8/28 – US only)

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Zookaboo Review

Zookaboo Review

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Who is Zookaboo?

Zookaboo is a Pennsylvania based business. They design, create and sell adorable diaper covers, matching outfits and clothe diaper friendly clothing.

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What Do They Carry?

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Shipping & Returns

All items are shipped via USPS First Class (2-5 day delivery time) with confirmation (within US only). Delivery confirmation is not available with international orders. If an item exceeds the weight limit for first class, then it will need to be shipped Priority (2-3 day delivery time). Please keep in mind that some international shipping can take between 2 and 4 weeks, and in some cases even longer. Zookaboo is not responsible for any customs charges and/or taxes placed upon packages by other countries. Returns are accepted within 14 days of purchase.

Mama’s Experience

Zookaboo has a unique twist on the cloth diaper market. They make and sell matching tee and diaper cover sets. When we have our child in a cloth diaper we love to show it off! Having a matching tee makes showing off that fluff butt even more fun. It’s a perfect excuse for just putting a diaper and a tee on your baby.

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The cover stays on so well. My son has very skinny legs and most other diaper covers will not properly stay on. The leg gussets are never tight enough to hold their position. This is not a problem with Zookaboo! I am so please that I was able to have a prefold on him and the cover stay on. He even soaked the prefold and it didn’t leak out. I am so over the moon about this. There are 2 snaps on both the left and right side. Having the double snap I think really helps hold things in place with petite children.

The tee shirts do run a little bit small. So when you are placing an order keep that in mind. My son is wearing a 2T in this picture. He normally wears a 12 or 12-18 mo tee.

Care: Machine wash cold or warm in cloth diaper safe detergent; line dry is recommended to extend the life of the cover. (Recommend drying once in dryer to seal any holes made in the cover during sewing.)

“Diaper cover has a cotton outer and is lined with a waterproof PUL fabric in white. This diaper cover can be used with most inserts, prefolds, or fitted diapers. The inside of the cover is wipeable.”Zookaboo

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Enter to Win

Click here to enter for your chance to win a Zookaboo Tee & Cover set! Giveaway runs 8/3-8/17

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Pura Kiki Stainless Steel Review

Pura Kiki Stainless Steel Review

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Why Pura Kiki?

  • because Pura Kiki is the safest bottle on the global market
  • because Kiki is the only 100% plastic-free feeding solution on the global market
  • because even BPA-free plastic has been linked to cancer and development problems
  • because glass can break and chip
  • because a bottle should work with your child’s choice of nipple or spout, not the other way around
  • because a premium infant bottle should convert to a sippy cup as your child matures
  • because your nipple/spout travel cover should not fall off in your diaper bag

Baby Grows – Bottle Evolves

  • Infant & Toddler Bottles that Adapt to the Needs of your Child
  • Modular design is compatible with sip spouts & silicone from many leading manufacturers
  • Kiki transforms into a sippy cup, straw cup, water bottle & snack cup
  • Wide range of silicone lids incl. nipples, spouts, straws, flat caps
  • Large opening supports breastfeeding & simplifies cleaning

Compatible with the following spouts:

  • Avent® Sport Spout
  • ThinkBaby™ Nipples
  • Born Free™ Nipples
  • Dr. Brown’s™ Wide Neck Nipples
  • Pura Vented Nipple in slow, medium, and fast flow rates
  • Pura Silicone Sip Spout
  • MAM™ Nipples
  • Pigeon™ Silicone Nipples
  • UPIS nipples

    Thinkbaby™, BornFree™, and Dr. Brown™ are trademarks of their respective companies. Avent® is a product of Philips Avent. At the time of manufacture this product worked with the nipples/spouts listed above. However, we can not control the evolution or discontinuation of these nipples and spouts.

What about the paint?

The paint used on the outside of the bottles is non-toxic and free of lead, phthalates, PVC, and BPA. Painted bottles should be hand washed. Unpainted bottles and silicone components are dishwasher safe on the top rack.

Mama’s Experience

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These bottles are so easy to clean and use. Being a busy mom, I do not have time to monkey around with tons of pieces and parts. I love how fresh and clean the water tasted in a Pura bottle. Both of my children really loves to drink from them too.

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There are a few different topper options
  • Natural Vent Nipples 
    • Four flow rates — slow, medium, fast, and Y-cut
  • XL Sipper Spouts
    • Firmer silicone allows for free flow of liquids and natural formation of teeth and gums
  • Silicone Straw Top 
    • The only 100% plastic-free straw module on the global market
  • Silicone Sealing Disks
    • Each pack of disks includes three colors to allow for color coding

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Click here for your chance to win a Pura bottle & topper set! a $75 value!

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Itzy Ritzy Review

Itzy Ritzy Review

 

Itzy Ritzy is your go-to on-line boutique for new moms. They have a huge selection of beautiful products ranging from nursing pads, to infant car seat canopy’s to wet bags. The later is what I will be reviewing for you.

Itzy Ritzy Selection

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Some of the hot items you will want to check out at Itzy Ritzy are:
  • Sealed Wet Bags
  • Chewable Mom Jewelry
  • Reusable Snack Pouches
  • Rolling Suitcase
  • Infinity Breastfeeding Scarf
  • Shopping Cart/Highchair Cover

Travel Happens Sealed Wet Bag

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Itzy Ritzy has the cutest collection of sealed wet bags. Wet bags are so much more then a bag to toss your dirty diapers into. They are perfect for my family’s weekly swimming lessons. The wet bathing suits fit perfecting in the bag and make the ride home so much easier then just rolling them up in the beach bag. Speaking of beaches, this bag is perfect for sandy beaches. You can easily keep your items dry and sand free with a Itzy Ritzy wet bag. When traveling these wet bags make perfect toiletry bags. I can safely place my shampoo, conditioner, hair spray, toothpaste and other potential leaky products in the wet bag and not worry about them leaking out onto my fun dresses and other vacation outfits.

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Let’s be honest though, its the designs we are in love with! With patterns like Emerald Trellis, Fresh Bloom, Hipster Sunglasses and Whale Watching Blue…you just want them all! They make it more fun to carry and it becomes a true accessory.

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Sealed seams for no leaks and no odors and zippers instead of velcro.

Measured 11-inches by 14-inches.

Machine wash in cold water with like colors, no bleach, line dry recommended.

100% cotton fabric exterior.

PVC-free and eco-friendly.

If you like the wet bag then you will LOVE their snack bags! They even come in a fox design, so you know it was love at 1st sight for me. Head over and check them out!

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Try Itzy Ritzy Yourself!

Use the code MAMATHEFOX at checkout to receive 20% off your order! This is a huge savings guys, so be sure to take advantage of it. Code expires 8/31/15

Rubber Duckie & Friends Giveaway

Rubber Duckie & Friends Giveaway

Enter to win a Rubber Duckie & Friends Shower Wand

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Welcome to the Summer Sweeping Giveaway Hop, hosted by Viva Veltoro and Lindsey Blogs.

Summer is just getting started because it is definitely HOT, HOT, HOT outside. Each blogger in this Event has a giveaway worth at least $25 to help you stay cool and keep Summer Sweeping with this fun Giveaway Hop – so be sure to hop around to them all below including our hosts – Viva Veltoro has an amazing collection of baby prizes and Lindsey Blogs is sharing a few of her favorite brands with you!

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So Easy Being Green, Viva Veltoro, and the Summer Sweeping participating bloggers are not responsible for sponsors who do not fulfill prize obligations.

Summer Infant Pop ‘n Play Portable Playard Review

Summer Infant Pop ‘n Play Portable Playard Review

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The Pop ‘n Play Portable Playard allows you to easily create a safe portable play area for your child. The ultra-lightweight and compact fold playard can be set up and taken down in seconds, making it perfect for use at home, a day at the park, or a weekend at the beach. The water resistant floor helps keep baby dry even on damp grass. Airy mesh sides provide added visibility. A travel bag with shoulder strap is included for on-the-go convenience.

Now that I am outside gardening, pulling weeds, and just horsing around with the kids, I occasionally need to keep them in one spot for their safety.   Gardens can be more dangerous than you might think for kids, but a playyard is a great way to keep children away from potential hazards like the gate, ponds, barbecues, or firepits (get safe ones from ssfirepits.com) Summer Infant’s Pop ‘n Play is the perfect playard for families. I have tried to lug my pack n play outside and set it up. Its just too much! They are great for kids to sleep in, but not to move around from spot to spot. We need to move the playard from the front yard, to the backyard, then to the side of the house all sometimes in 30 minute intervals based on what I am doing. This playard is so easy to pick up and move. If you have a small child, then you need this Summer Infant Pop ‘n Play Portable Playard.

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It comes fully assembled!

You read that right people, fully assembled. This is not only easy to open, and use but its ready to go. No more lugging plastic gates that claim to be portable around.

Features:

  • Ultra-lightweight (12lbs) folding metal frame comes fully assembled and unfolds in seconds
  • Mesh sides for easy visibility and weather resistant
  • Compact fold and travel bag with strap for easy portability

Pop n’ Play is perfect for:

  • outdoor play
  • indoor play
  • vacations
  • picnics
  • trips to the beach
  • and more

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When I received my Pop ‘n Play I was shocked at how light it was. It was easy for me to carry one handed. As I slide it out of the carrying case and set it on the ground I was able to open it in one easy push. It neatly and smoothly glided into place. That easy! After I slide it down I simply clicked the support straps in place. Easy-peasy lemon squeezy! I cannot understand how I survived my previous 2 years without this product. It really is a staple and should be on every expecting mom’s registry.

The Summer Infant Pop ‘n Play is available at Babies R Us, Amazon, WalMart, Lowe’s & Target

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Yookidoo Review

Yookidoo Review

Every baby’s development is a unique breakthrough; a wonderful journey of trial and error that engages the senses, stimultaes the mind and body, and fosters baby’s continuing growth- physically, emotionally and intellectually. At Yookidoo, we’re proud to be able to take an enabling role in the beautiful journey.

 

max ballYookidoo is a huge up and coming front runner in the infant and toddler toy game. They create stimulating and engaging toys for infants and toddler. All of their products are affordable and adorable. They have items which reach from infant play mats, pull toys, bath toys, light up balls, and even a discovery playhouse!

Yookidoo products are available for purchase through Amazon & ToysRUs

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Light n’ Music Fun Ball

Lights N Music Fun Ball features four colorful friendly faces that light up together as music plays. Lights and short clips of music are activated by shaking, tapping, or rolling the ball. Light and easy -to-grasp, perct for small hands. includes on/off button for silent plat.
play encourages crawling, head lifting, improves motor skills , and sensory development.

When my 2 year old saw this Ball, still in the packaging, sitting on my dining room table she instantly said, “Mom! Can I have that ball?!” The plush ball instantly calls out to children due to its simple yet stimulating design. The colors are bright but not overwhelming. My 2 children both cannot get enough of this ball. There are 4 faces on the ball featuring only eyes. These are the 4 areas which light up when activated. They reflect the color of the face being yellow, orange, blue or red. My 1 year old loves these faces and has on several occasions tried to feed them his Cheerios.

My favorite feature of this ball is how the battery pack is safely and securely stored in the toy. The pack is tucked into a Velcro pocket, like every other plush electronic toy…HOWEVER, Yookidoo went the extra mile and created a tucked loop with a plastic ring to secure the box safely inside. This makes it much more difficult for our little engineers (my son) to get that battery pack out. If you have a crafty child who figures out how to get the batteries out of every toy (and scare the say lights out of you) then this is the perfect toy for your family.

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