Will he or won't he, will he or won't he... Hmm, I know I wrote this before. Just like the movie GroundHog Day, where Bill Murray is forced to re-live his day over and … more
Combi, Thanks I've long been a Combi fan. Readers of my "2012 BIG Stroller Roll-Out" know that I took a circa '98 Jungle Savvy Z to the Expo this year. It's always a tricky … more
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strollerqueen reviewed Cybex Ruby.
November 09, 2011
Eclipse Ruby If you have smaller children, and you probably do because you are reading this, you know that Halloween has become BUSY. There are so many preparations involved, that it is … more
I'm a regular baby journaler. I'm trying to keep a log for my little one's entire first year so I can tell when exactly when he started this or that or whatever. My first book was … more
I found this book to be very unsatisfying and here's why: as the parent of an infant who has some sleep trouble, I want actionable suggestions, and I want them to be based on research or data of some … more
As a first time mother I had no doubts about breastfeeding being the right choice for me and my baby. After reading a myriad of studies, research, and the essays of other mothers, it was an easy decision. … more
Most new mothers face the unpleasant reality that their baby will not sleep through the night. Dealing with round the clock feedings means many weary parents would do just about anything to get their … more
Client’s often ask me when is best to start their baby on solids, and, which ones? Best is to observe your baby’s interest and his developmental characteristics. Every baby is different … more
I probably should just write a review re: co-sleeping and that would get to most of the reasons I liked this product. Meantime, I'll just say that this gadget is quite useful for the first couple … more
When I was growing up the idea that one day most of us would pay for bottled water at the supermarket seemed positively preposterous. Yet, as I write this in 2009 it is estimated that … more
This little story is reminiscent in style to the old British nursery rhyme, "This is the House that Jack Built", both being cumulative tales. In The Napping House, all the human and animal inhabitants … more
Goldfish is a very popular snack; and it smiles back. Well, some do. I used to always eat goldfish crackers, and I still do. Goldfishes are definitely one of my main gaming munchies. There are always … more
Pros: Price an idea, not bad. Cons: Leaks no matter what you do, and is a two-man operation. The Bottom Line: Stay away from this like the plague if you … more
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TheAncientReader reviewed A Nap in a Lap.
March 02, 2007
Being an expert nap taker, I certainly could relate to this one. The author has explored the various ways of napping through the use of various very cute critters. How the young of the animal world nap … more
This might be (as suggested by another reviewer) a cute book for a baby shower but it didn't rate highly with my 3 and 5 year olds. First it didn't have a story, and second, 3 and … more
Pros: relatively inexpensive, fragrance free Cons: NOT for those with supersensitive skin, caused our rash to get worse. The Bottom Line: The Bottom Line … more
Pros: easy to open flip-top lid plus a pleasing scent Cons: tube does not last very long and it is expensive The Bottom Line: A very good combination of … more
Pros: Beautiful illustrations (as usual), cute, simple story Cons: Absolutely nothing The Bottom Line: Let this book aid you and your child in a nap, or … more
Shake myself awake again to tell my sleepy view... of Dr. Seuss's "Sleep Book," a childhood favorite that has survived all the insomniac years of growing up and turning a bit more vintage. So many of … more
Pros: Contains Zinc Oxide, has no lanolin, pleasing scent Cons: Hard to get off my fingers, stuck around the top opening
The Bottom Line: A thick … more
Pros: It protects and reduces skin irritations! Economical. Cons: Moderate odor I have a fourteen month old granddaughter, Brooklyn, who gets diaper rash … more
Pros: The idea of sneaking veggies in a cracker Cons: beets and sweet potatoes, kids do not like them Gerber Graduates for Toddlers Veggie Crackers come … more
Pros: great taste Cons: none Well even though we are not a big fan of the Gerber baby foods the graduates are a big winner. Not to mention they put out … more
Pros: great information Cons: describes bad techniques for getting children to sleep I think I have become more lax in my parenting. When my first child … more
Pros: Exotic dishes, great textures and aromas Cons: a little more expensive than most baby foods. I have an eight month old granddaughter named Brooklyn … more