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Test Your Tolkien Knowledge With Lord of the Rings Trivial Pursuit by bilbopooh Pros: great board design, fun questions, pewter figures
Cons: you might go a long time without a turn, no book category When it comes to J. R. R. Tolkien's Middle-earth, I like to think of myself as something of an expert. I first read The Hobbit in first grade, and my dad had already read it to me before that. By the time I was in high school, Sam Gamgee had ...
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Jul 09 '09 |
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Scoop up some fun with this Melissa and Doug Ice Cream Parlor set by marytara Pros: Melissa and Doug quality, wooden pieces, storage, fun
Cons: Plastic scoops and ice cream My 4 1/2 year old daughter is all about pretend play. She started around age 2 and has yet to stop - play kitchen, tea parties, dress up - you name it. One of her favorite things to play with is her fancy wood kitchen and assorted play food. ...
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Jul 09 '09 |
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Fun classic game by lindihight Pros: Fun for a variety of ages, easy to learn, easy to play
Cons: flimsy plastic scoring target and box I purchased this just a few months ago to play as a family. I have children ages 4 and 6. I wanted something that would be enjoyable for all of us (adults included). What you get: On the box, it says it's for ages 6 and up ...
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Jul 09 '09 |
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Barely Resembling The Character, Commander Kruge Is A Poor Recast Action Figure! by wlswarts Pros: Good balance, Generally good accessories
Cons: Underwhelming face cast, Reused body!, Miscolored accessories Have you ever set down to review something and suddenly realized that: 1. it is nowhere near as good as you initially thought it was and 2. it is remarkably close to something you recently reviewed? I'm having that sense right now as I sit down to ...
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Jul 09 '09 |
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Add Some Cheer to Your Celebration With Care Bears Napkins by bilbopooh Pros: very vibrant, great for Care Bears fans
Cons: hate to wipe my face with them I have been a fan of Care Bears for as long as I can remember. They were almost an essential ingredient for an 80s childhood, along with Strawberry Shortcake, Rainbow Brite and My Little Pony. I loved them all, but I've always had a special soft spot ...
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Jul 09 '09 |
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Is it a potato or a bunny? by dustinnikki Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing Our daughter received the Mrs. Potato Head Bunny Spud (pink) as a gift for Easter from one of her grandparents. Our son also received the Mr. Potato Head Bunny Spud (blue) in his basket from grandma too. I remember seeing these ...
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Jul 09 '09 |
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Padme over time. by errex Pros: Gorgeously sculpted and detailed. The definitive version of Episode II Padmé.
Cons: The other two figures are little more than saltshakers. Extremely short on accessories. This Evolution set was released by Hasbro in 2008 as part of the Legacy Collection.To start, let's make something clear. This set is aimed strictlyat collectors. Two of the three figures in this set hardly qualify as playthings due to ...
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Jul 09 '09 |
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Seduced by a Toilet Plunger by dagny21 Pros: Toilet plunger, sink goes well in any Playmobil house.
Cons: No toilet, plunger actually difficult to assemble, weird green tools. I love Playmobil indiscriminately. We have a lot of Playmobil in our house. We'd have even more if we had more room, and more money to burn. As it is, we have so much that my son - clearly not as obsessed as I - was not even excited about ...
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Jul 08 '09 |
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Works for now by bnsnyde Pros: sturdy, clean design
Cons: tots can stand on bottom of it, parts stick out This gate was the only one that would safely work at the top of our stairs. It would be $400 to have the baby professionals install it, but my father-in-law did it for free. It took hours and was not easy. Imagine lining up little holes just right. ...
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Jul 08 '09 |
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Little Tikes 2 in 1 Secure Swing is Lots of Fun and Very Safe by Javelina Pros: Cheap, comfortable, secure, safe, durable, drains, goes up to 40 lbs
Cons: Ropes could be a little longer, need adjustment every so often For my daughter's first birthday, she received a Little Tikes 2 N 1 Secure Swing. It was definitely something we looked forward to using, but it turned out we didn't have any trees that would be good to hang it from (strong enough or in a good ...
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Jul 08 '09 |
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Gerber Graduates Banana Cookies Daddy Likes Them Too by daddym Pros: provides zinc, calcium, and iron. Tastes good. Perfect texture and good for little hands.
Cons: Wish there was more fiber My wife is very in to trying all the different toddler foods. I noticed my son eating these little moon shaped cookies, and I was wondering why my wife was giving him cookies. She informed me that they wee good for his teething and that they ...
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Jul 08 '09 |
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Gerber Graduates Mini Veggies Better Than You Might Think by daddym Pros: Convenient, healthy, vegetables, melts in your mouth, my son likes it
Cons: may not appeal to all When my wife first brought home Gerber Graduates Mini Veggies - Sweet Corn for my son I was a bit surprised and thought it was kind of gross. Why would a toddler want to eat dehydrated corn? But my wife said it is worth a try. If my son ...
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Jul 08 '09 |
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Go Diego Go with your Mini Doodle Pro from Fisher Price ! by bizzimommi Pros: perfect for baby's first scribbles, no mess, affordable, features diego and friends, price
Cons: none My youngest son is obsessed with Diego. Even at 18 months old he watches the show and speaks back when they ask questions. Since he has became a Diego fan we have started collecting Diego toys. One of the first toys we got him was the Doodle Pro in the ...
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Jul 08 '09 |
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Two Little Details Rob One Of The Coolest "Watchmen" Figures Of Perfection: Nite Owl (Modern)! by wlswarts Pros: Awesome sculpt, Decent posability, Fine accessories
Cons: Terrible balance, Belt ornament detaches! For all of my love of the cinematic "Watchmen," which (as heretical as it is) I enjoyed more than the book, it is surprising it has taken me so long to collect and evaluate the action figures. Indeed, up until now, I've only managed to snag the Dr. ...
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Jul 08 '09 |
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Trackmaster Motorized Spencer by msmorvay Pros: Nice looking, easy to operate and change battery, great for Thomas Fans.
Cons: Battery life can be short lived It is probably becoming quite obvious from my reviews that my youngest is a big Thomas the Tank fan. I can't tell you how happy I was when I was at Big Lots and I saw some of the Thomas the Tank Trackmasters for just $10.00. This was an ...
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Jul 08 '09 |
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Bossk Might Have Been Improved, But The Power Of The Force Bossk Is Still Cool! by wlswarts Pros: Very cool sculpt, Decent accessories, Good balance
Cons: Less flexible than later sculpts, Low collectibility There are few characters in the "Star Wars" action figure line that have sprouted so many stories and peripheral products as the bounty hunters, especially the bevy seen in "The Empire Strikes Back." In the case of the lizard-man, Bossk, seen only ...
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Jul 08 '09 |
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Baby Bjorn Toilet Seat is Simply the Best Potty Seat Ever! by shellyblue Pros: Countoured Seat, Splash Guard, Adjustable
Cons: More expensive than most others I bought this Baby Bjorn potty seat while training my twin 2 year old girls to use the toilet. This toilet seat is simply the best seat we've ever used. One of my daughters loved this seat so much that she demanded we get one for grandma's ...
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Jul 08 '09 |
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Grows with Baby by bnsnyde Pros: durable, fun, stimulating
Cons: plastic frame in way of crawling mode (not a huge deal) Grandma bought this Fisher Price Ocean Wonders Mat for my son while we were traveling. At 5 months old, he'd lie on his back, bat and kick at the cute toys above him, captivated. Sometimes he even, by accident, managed to make the music play. The ...
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Jul 07 '09 |
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Radio Flyer Fold 2 GO Tricycle: Look mom, no hands! by Mininut Pros: Easy to clean, easy to store, light weight and lots of fun!
Cons: Your husband wont get to use his tools, it is already assembled. When my now 3 year old was about 18 months old he became fascinated with his big brother and big sister’s bicycles. I had began looking at tricycles but most were just too large for him and were made for 3 years and older. I came across this ...
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Jul 07 '09 |
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Great price, does the job! by lindihight Pros: simple design, easy to clean, not too bulky, simple to use
Cons: Doesn't recline, but that would interfere with its simple design I have purchased more high chairs/booster seats than I have children in the irritating search to find something worth my money that does the job. My search has ended.This chair is very basic. It straps onto any chair and acts as a ...
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Jul 07 '09 |
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Huggies Naturally Refreshing Cucumber & Green Tea Hair and Body Wash by bizzimommi Pros: scent, price, tear free, trusted brand, widely available
Cons: none I have compiled quite a collection of bath and body products for myself and my family. There are probably enough hygiene products that we could go through the next two years without having to buy anymore. We have so many different products in different ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Fisher Price Dora the Explorer Talking Doll House: Lots of Fun, but has its Flaws by Bryan_Carey Pros: Bilingual sounds; Colorful; Large size
Cons: Little storage space; Comes with only 4 figures; Fingers get pinched My two girls have a long list of television characters they count among their favorites and while some of their favorites have changed over the years, others have stood the test of time and one of them is Dora the Explorer. My girls own many different ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Feed the Kitty Game - Fun Game of Luck by mmcphee Pros: short, fun game
Cons: pure luck My daughter received several new games for her sixth birthday. One of the surprising hits was Feed the Kitty from Gamewright.The GameFeed the Kitty is a game of luck recommended for children ages 4 and up and it for 2-6 players. The ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Near Perfect by bnsnyde Pros: easy to steer, easy to push, beautiful color, great bug net
Cons: sunshade is small, somewhat bulky to carry This is near perfect for the right user.At 5'8", I found the handle too low to jog with, but fine for walking.The color is BEAUTIFUL, and we have a girl and a boy. Fast walking, jogging or running requires the front wheel to ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Turns on swivel OR locked by bnsnyde Pros: easy to turn, locked or swivel
Cons: heavy This might be the first time ever I've used a double jogger that actually handles well on locked mode. You can maneuver it well, the design is so perfect. No more killing your back just to turn. But, I actually ran on swivel all the time and ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Little Tikes Bounce House Trampoline Isn't Fun When it Breaks by shellyblue Pros: Fun, Colorful, Indoor and Outdoor Use
Cons: Tears easily, Not easy to repair My children received this Little Tikes Bounce House Trampoline for Christmas from their Aunt last year. The children were four (twins) and a two year old. After using it three days of regular indoor use, the bounce house got a tear in ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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~~ Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Moisture Cream :: Instant Relief ~~ by ms_pookie Pros: Provides irritated skin with instant relief, non-greasy, fragrance-free
Cons: Takes a little bit of time to absorb I needed relief for my irritated skin because my current moisturizer was not doing the job. I decided to try Aveeno Baby Soothing Relief Moisture Cream and my skin has been ever so happy.The ProductAveeno Baby Soothing Relief ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Good "Starter" Diaper Bag, but Lacks Storage Space to Last the Day by hansencntrygrl Pros: Water-Proof, Changing Pad
Cons: Not Enough Storage Space! I knew nothing about selecting the ultimate diaper bag. I bought this one when I was pregnant with my first child. The first thing I considered was how it looked, not so much how well it functioned or how it would fit my ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Princess parts and pieces by dustinnikki Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing For Christmas last year, I bought our son a few of the Mr. Potato Head Parts and Pieces sets to go with his ever growing Mr. Potato Head collection. Usually these packs of parts are themed and one of the ones that I ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Phisoderm Locks in That Precious Baby Scent and Touch by hansencntrygrl Pros: Smells like "baby", Delicate on the Skin, Affordable
Cons: Haven't found any yet! Four months ago I gave birth to my first baby, a beautiful little girl who we named Kamrie. However, my joy turned to sadness when we found out that because of her collapsed lung she would have to spend some time in the NICU. Although this was a hard ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Diaper Champ is a "Champ" at getting rid of diapers! by hansencntrygrl Pros: Great Diaper Storage, Basically Odorless, Easy Maintenance
Cons: Hard to get the lid off. Before I had my first baby in February, I was frantic to get everything ready for her arrival! I wanted to make sure that I had all the right baby products to keep her happy and healthy. I bought all the name brand bath products, lotions, toys, etc until ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Make Your Boston Vacation Photos More Memorable With the Crab Hat by bilbopooh Pros: really fun, inexpensive, great for photos
Cons: might get a few funny looks When I went to Boston recently while visiting friends of mine who lived nearby, one of the first things I did was buy a crab hat. I'd seen the hat already, as Erica ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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We ended up with Green Lunar Rocket after we were done! by reviewgal Pros: Refills are additional molds to play with, enough sand for more fun with your kits.
Cons: Costly. Once sand mixes you will not have the original colors. Moon Sand provides hours of imaginative play for ages 3 + Moon Sand can be purchased in fun themed kits, with a easy clean up mat included and toys for molding. The sand never dries out or stains. Refill packs of extra sand are also ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Mess free puppy! by dustinnikki Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing really I bought this FurReal Friends Puppy Dalmatian for our daughter last Easter to put in her basket. I don't buy our kids a lot of candy for their Easter baskets. I usually buy them a few small toys like this to put in them. I bought ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Little Tikes Little Champs Sports Center by aimeeb1224 Pros: great basketball feature with lights and sound
Cons: not as interactive football and baseball features We received the Little Tikes Little Champs Sports Center as a gift on my son’s first birthday. It was his first “non-baby” toy. Although we are a little disappointed in this toy, overall it is a good toy that both of ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Pegs in the Park - a counting game by ldon526 Pros: Encourages counting
Cons: Game board spaces make it difficult to move the pegs and count the spaces My daughter received Pegs in the Park as a gift. It is a child's board game designed to encourage counting. It is for ages 4-8, and can be played with up to four players. Goal of Pegs in the Park Move your game piece (peg) ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Wooden beads for crafts by junkot Pros: Unique, nice colors and designs, easy to use.
Cons: none Recently I saw my child (4 years old) was making something, and looked inconvenient with the material she was using. (Clay or something and she was pretending it as if it was a necklace or something). then I thought she might be old enough to ...
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Jul 06 '09 |
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Fun in the sand and sun for little ones by Diane-E Pros: Attractive design, large enough for multiple kids, fitted lid stays on.
Cons: Somewhat expensive for plastic. May be too large for some cars to transport home. Being the parent to a curious toddler who apparently has no fear of anything is an exhausting job. With the warmer weather approaching I began planning for summer entertainment for him this past spring, since I knew we would need some safe ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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Time to fly! Geotrax High-Flyin Airport by djningr Pros: fun, neat addition to the Geotrax series, easy to do
Cons: lots of batteries A little over a month agoMy son had his 3rd birthday. My son has been an avid collector of both Thomas and Friends and Geotrax sets. They are his favorite toys to play with and somehow keep his attention span for long periods of time. I saw ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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This Sling Saved Me! by cflores619 Pros: Comfortable, long-term wearability.
Snug for baby. Adjustable shoulder strap. Cons: Perhaps better suited for newborn than older baby. I purchased my Infantino 151-210 Baby Sling/Wrap on a whim from a second-hand store when I was sick of trying to console my screaming infant while I made an attempt at housework. The moment I placed my newborn in it, she was at peace! I am able to ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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A Nursing Mama's Second Best Friend: Medela Nursing Stool by smiles33 Pros: * Elevates legs to relieve pressure on lower back
* Durable Cons: * None I successfully nursed my first daughter for over a year with the help of a great lactation consultant, the loving support of my husband (who would fetch water and feed me while I nursed), and two essential breastfeeding items: my ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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Best Diaper I have Found. by cflores619 Pros: -Very soft and comfortable for baby.
-Tell-tale "wet diaper" colored line. Cons: -Less attractive design. -Slight aroma that may irritate very sensitive babies. I have used several different brands of diapers so far for my newborn. Pampers Swaddlers are by far my favorite. I also have many friends with young babies, and we talk frequently about the types of diapers we prefer. Several of us agree that Pampers ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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Solid Crib for the Money by sonofbuster Pros: Solid, easy to assemble, reasonable cost.
Cons: Bedding choices limited, might not be worth it if your kid's big. My girlfriend and I had yet to decide on a crib for our boy until after he was born. This was fine as he was still in bassinet size and slept with us at night. So we headed to Babies R Us to check out the crib assortment and found that cribs can range ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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The View From Atop is Grand, But Learning Tower is Still Just Glorified Stool by smiles33 Pros: * Guardrail prevents falls
* Stable platform holds up to 500 pounds Cons: * Extremely expensive * Large footprint A huge number of moms on one of my message boards rave about Little Partners' Learning Tower, emphasizing how their children love them and use them multiple times a day. With that kind of endorsement, I decided to start prowling my local ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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The Ultimate Track Signal... Thomas and Friends Deluxe Over the Track Signal! by djningr Pros: my son loves it! He likes to play with this one a lot!
Cons: tricky to build with it Gift for birthday number 3About a month and a half ago my son celebrated his 3rd birthday and everyone knows that he is collecting Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway series. So, it was not much of a surprise that one of his relatives found this ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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Good For Road Trips And Rainy Days. by badbonz0007 Pros: Your kids will have hours of fun no matter what age they are.
Cons: This will stain the carpeting if you wait to long to get it up. A little history lesson is always good for the soul when it comes to our children. Just in case no out there knew, Play Doh is owned by the Hasbro Company. It was in 1923, that the Hassenfeld brothers formed a textile company that produced ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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Designing Divas Love The New Lego Pink Brick Box by Freak369 Pros: Great selection of elements, great gift for girls.
Cons: Only one figure, limited number of builds. When it comes to Lego building sets, boys definitely have the advantage. With cool themes like Agents, Batman, Star Wars and ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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Transformers the Motion Picture: Optimus Prime by cdm72 Pros: Great representation of the movie character, convincing truck mode.
Cons: Difficult transformation. When I first got wind of a live-action Transformers movie, a few years before the movie hit theaters, I was very excited. I’ve been a huge fan of the franchise from day one. I still have my first Transformer, Sideswipe. He’s not in the greatest ...
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Jul 05 '09 |
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Graco Snugride 32 Bombay by GravityGirl Pros: 32 pound weight limit, three shoulder harness positions, portability, clips onto stroller.
Cons: Portability becomes more difficult as baby gets bigger. My family owns two of these Graco Snugride 32 carseats in the Bombay pattern. The Snugride 32 is an infant carseat. It is also known as a "bucket" seat. This is the most popular type of infant carseat because it can be ...
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Jul 04 '09 |
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5 more to add to the Thomas Collection! 5-car gift pack by djningr Pros: fun trains and bus that my son loves to play with for hours
Cons: Toby's plastic base, Bertie's wheels Collecting Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway SeriesStarting at my son's second birthday a year ago he started collecting the series Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway sets and trains. My son loves his Thomas stuff and loves to build and play ...
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Jul 04 '09 |
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Huggies Snug and Dry size 5 diapers- Jumbo pack- An everyday diaper by bizzimommi Pros: absorbant, widely available, affordable, great everyday diaper
Cons: wouldn't recommend for long car rides or trips when changing regularly is an option After having three boys, I think that I could consider myself an expert when it comes to diapers. Between the three of them I believe I have tried about every diaper on the market. With my youngest son I prefer using the Huggies brand of diapers. ...
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Jul 04 '09 |
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Melissa & Doug: My ABC Book Innovative Way of Presenting My ABC's by elvisdo Pros: Great way for interactive learning; illustrations are wonderful; concept is unique
Cons: Can be heavy for little toddlers; magnets can be easily lost I've been noticing lately how Little Visdo has a fondness for animals. If he sees an animal that he knows, he will point and make exciting noises. He can say a few animal names and know what sounds they are supposed to make. So it's not surprising that ...
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Jul 04 '09 |
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Place Value Flip Stand - Valuable for Reinforcing Place Value by KMINER Pros: easy to use, durable, effective
Cons: none really My job requires me to be very creative and find ways to help children learn new strategies to be successful in their academic areas - in particular in the areas of reading, writing, and math. This job comes with a ...
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Jul 04 '09 |
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Not just track... more layouts!! 5 in 1 Track Layout Pack! by djningr Pros: lots of track, lots of layouts, easy to put together
Cons: no storage Gotta have more track!This seems to be the common mantra in my house. Whether my husband and son are playing with Geotrax or Thomas Wooden Railway they can never have enough track. Track may not be the most exciting present to give someone, ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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Treasure Chests? Nah, Just the Best Storage Bins Ever by smiles33 Pros: * Large compartments
* Rolls easily on carpet/hard surfaces * Quality construction Cons: * Expensive retail price My 3 year old likes to call her Nilo Roll-out Storage Bins her treasure chests, as she stores all sorts of goodies in them including her crayons, finished drawings, and dolls. I'm so thankful that a random twist of fate brought these and the ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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Shhh! You might wake Megatron! by dustinnikki Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing We bought the Transformers Final Showdown Comforter and Sheet Set for our son for his 3rd birthday. He is insanely crazy about Transformers and after getting him out of his toddler bed and into a twin size bed, he needed new ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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A Table of Her Own: Nilo Provides Ample Space for Toddler's Varied Pursuits by smiles33 Pros: * Versatile for different activities
* Attractive * Durable and well-constructed Cons: * Expensive retail price While scanning Craigslist for a Learning Tower, I stumbled upon a seller who was offering both the tower and this Nilo Multi-Activity Table. I immediately snatched ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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Comparing Children's Lawn Mowers; Little Tike and Fisher Price by popsrocks Pros: Very simple
Always ready for use Pleasing "mower running" sound Cons: nothing worth noting My backyard is full of children's toys. Two of my grand children live in my home upstairs and brought a truck load of toys when they moved in adding to all the toys that grandma and grandpa had in their yard for use by all six of our grand daughters who ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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Fisher Price Children's Bubble Lawn Mower; Is it Better Than Little Tike's? by popsrocks Pros: Solid construction
Cons: Rich colours faded Among all the children's toys in our back yard are two lawn mowers. One is made by Fisher Price and the other by Little Tike. The little Tike is the simpler of the two. It doesn't make bubbles and except for a popping noise and a couple of gadgetry ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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Police Officer "Cy" Wren: A Well-Made Hand Puppet by Melissa and Doug by befus Pros: Well-made, soft, easy to manipulate; movable mouth and arm; detachable rod
Cons: None really. Just note that it only comes with one rod. For months now, I feel like I've been married to one of Jim Henson's long-lost cousins. My husband, who has worked in church drama ministries for many years, has recently turned to another area of creative arts ministry: puppeteering. That means ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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Excellent basic portable playard by thraesja Pros: compact, easy set-up, portable, safe, durable
Cons: few frills, heavy, won't replace a real crib We knew we wanted the Graco Pack N Play before we were even pregnant. Our friends had one and it seemed so easy for them to put their daughter to bed at our place when they came to visit.So, once I was pregnant ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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Inky the Octopus: A Gift for My Mother-in-Law from Wild Republic by toiletoctopus Pros: Awesome Details, Durable, Easy to Clean, Its an Octopus
Cons: Can get dusty/dirty on the bottom. A few years ago, I decided to purchase my mother-in-law a surprise Christmas gift. Each year someone gets a gag present, and due to my fascination with these aquatic creatures, I decided to get her the Wild Republic Pacific Octopus.It came from an ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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Bumblebee Activator by dustinnikki Pros: Easy to transform
Cons: Nothing really This is the last of the Autobot Activators that my son has. He has a couple Decepticons as well. I bought this Transformers Animated Activator Bumblebee at Wal-Mart along with some of the others for ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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He'll play with it for hours and hours!...GeoTrax Grand Central Station! by djningr Pros: Will keep your child's attention for hours! Tons of fun!
Cons: bulky, lots of batteries for the train Seven months agoFor Christmas both sets of Grandparents like buying something big for their grandkids. My dad needed an idea and since we were just starting to get him some GeoTrax sets this seemed like the perfect thing. All of the GeoTrax ...
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Jul 03 '09 |
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Wet Ones - A mother's helper for dirty faces and sticky hands by bizzimommi Pros: cleans up messy children, affordable, widely available, hypoallergenic, aloe, kills germs
Cons: not one! Its summer which in our home means days of fun in the sun. Summertime also means lots of sticky, messy treats including Popcicles, ice cream, and candy that melts before you eat it. Wet Ones Antibacterial Hands & Face Wipes are a great product to ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Furreal Friends Jungle Cat Leopard Cub by michelle7898 Pros: Cute, cheap and fun
Cons: None My daughter picked out the Furreal Friends Jungle Cat Leopard Cub when we were shopping. She had her allowance and I covered the tax cost for her. I didn't care what she picked as long as it was some thing she liked a lot. I was glad to see her make a ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Growling Through His Mediocrity, Klingon Warrior Worf Is A Good Figure. by wlswarts Pros: Good balance, Generally decent accessory design, Cool sculpt
Cons: There's a better version on the market now, Accessory coloring Worf is one of the most recast and redistributed action figures Playmates Toys ever sought to exploit and one only hopes that Michael Dorn received the royalties he was do. Of course, fans know from his resistance to signing autographed, licensed ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Queen Ann Dollhouse: Fit for your Princess or any Queen by Mininut Pros: Durable construction, easy directions, fun fun fun to decorate
Cons: Time consuming, not for beginners I have been designing and building dollhouses now for about 16 years. In all of the years I have been a “miniaturist” this is the largest kit I have ever had the pleasure to build. The Queen Anne by Real Good Toys is the largest dollhouse kit ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Comic decks for children by jefhatfield Pros: At this price, four stars.
Cons: Plastic trucks, but hey it's $18 dollars. I bought one of this series of decks which include the likes of Spider-man and Transformers, among others, and other popular kid's icons. And yes, some teens and adults love these cartoon characters, too. Target has a great ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Enfamil is a GREAT substitute for breastmilk! by hansencntrygrl Pros: Dissolves Easily! Great nutrients! "Closest (Enfamil) Formula to Breast Milk"
Cons: Expensive! If your baby doesn't like Enfamil, a case of 6 would waste your money! Four months ago, I gave birth to my first baby. A little girl who we named Kamrie. (Yes... after the car). However, my plans to breastfeed her were soon wrecked after I found out that I wasn't able to produce the milk that she needed. Every mom wants the ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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In the Jungle, the Mighty Jungle, the Baby Sleeps Tonight by smiles33 Pros: * Plug-in option
* Two swing options * Variety of songs/sounds Cons: * Expensive! * No auto-shut off * Tray issue * Squeaking With our first child, we had Fisher Price's Ocean Wonders Aquarium Cradle Swing and loved it. Since I sold that off shortly after she stopped using it, we needed to buy a new one for our second child, born 3 years later. By this time, Fisher ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Toobaloo....Can You Hear Me Now? by kamel622 Pros: *Educational
*Sturdy *Fun *Cleans easily Cons: *Not a one! Quite a few years ago I bought a unique plastic telephone type of device for my family daycare. I bought it mostly because I thought the children I care for would get a kick out of the unique Toobaloo plastic phone, but I've found it is ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Baby Bumbo's are not for the Baby Jumbo's by Mininut Pros: Light weight, durable, easy to clean
Cons: Does not work for the larger or smaller than average baby After having my 4th child I had heard all the hype about the Baby Bumbo Seat so I decided to give it a try. I did all the research asked all the questions and decided to go and buy one only to be sorely disappointed. This seat is not ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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"Transform" a bedroom! by dustinnikki Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing Our 3 year old son is in love with Transformers. His room used to have Disney Cars wall stickers but he no longer has those. He received the Transformers Room Decoration Appliques for his 3rd birthday. I ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Sashas Universal Wrap Around Double Stroller Sun Protector is Good Against Bugs by shellyblue Pros: Keeps out the bugs and sun
Cons: Difficult to get children out of the stroller when attached I purchased the Sashas Universal Wrap Around Double Stroller Sun Protector for my Maclaren Double Stroller (Twin Traveller) to protect my children from the sun and bugs.Sashas Sun protector is a durable and thick plastic mesh that wraps ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Butter, Milk, Eggs, This, Thing, Is, OK by chad8246 Pros: It records things and is small in size
Cons: Limited recording time There's no doubt that as I get older I'm forgetting things. But, not important things like the starting lineup of the 1986 Mets or who played Ben Dover in Fletch Lives (Randall "Tex" Cobb for those curious individuals out there). If you want the Mets ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Play Doh: Fun for Kids and Their Parents by toiletoctopus Pros: Cheap, Non-toxic, Fun, Make Shapes, Different Colors
Cons: Packages are only 2 ounces Recently I was in my local Target "Tarjeh", and after buying my usual video game, DVD, and razors, I decided to pick up some Play Doh.A few weeks earlier at work, some of my colleagues and I were laughing about this product. As kids we ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Good diaper for switchin to cloth by blackberry75 Pros: Easy to use, doesn't leak, doesn't have a chemical odor, no diaper rash
Cons: requires washing, $17.95 per diaper We used disposable diapers for the first month of our sons life and had nothing but problems, then a mix of prefolds and disposables for the next 2 months. Bumgenius are the first diapers I came across that where not prefold diapers. While prefolds are ...
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Jul 02 '09 |
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Ratchet Activator by dustinnikki Pros: Easy to transform
Cons: Arms and legs may come off I bought this Ratchet Transformers Animated Activator at Wal-Mart for my son that was getting ready to turn 3 years old. I bought them back in February for our son's 3rd birthday. I bought a few of these ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Adorable Teething Pacifer - The Raz berry teether from Razbaby by bizzimommi Pros: cute, unique shaper, conversation starter, good teether for baby, various colors
Cons: only available online Shopping online it is sometimes easy to be distracted by something shiny or colorful. I might go in search of one thing and end up buying something that couldn't be more unrelated. On one such online shopping trip I had a gift card to spend on ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Loving Family mom and baby girl doll house figures by michelle7898 Pros: Cute, sturdy and fun
Cons: No cons I bought my daughter the Loving Family mom and baby girl doll house figures a few years ago. This was when the Loving Family Twin Time doll house first came out. The figures at that time were dirt cheap because it was what helped "Sell" the doll ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Mount Doom Sam Declares, "I Can't Carry It For You, But I Can Carry You!" by bilbopooh Pros: iconic moment, great figure, includes my favorite quote from the movie
Cons: would've liked the "taste of strawberries" quote as well The Return of the King, the final installment in Peter Jackson's epic film adaptation of J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, is filled with moments that took my breath away. Many of them involve innocent young Pippin: his traumatic ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Johnsons Aloe and Vitamin E baby lotion - A perfect summer sidekick! by bizzimommi Pros: great for adults and children, moisturizes while soothing your skin, trusted brand, scent, affordable
Cons: not as widely available as some of the other Johnson Baby care line With the summer sun shining high in the sky, there is no time more important to take care of your baby's skin, and your own. I recently came across Johnson's Aloe and Vitamin E baby lotion and decided to give it a try. I have been using Johnsons baby ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Primo Eurobath is THE Primo Baby Bath Tub! by shellyblue Pros: Durable, Two Positions, Drain, Self Contained
Cons: Very large I got the Primo Eurobath from a friend when my twins were born and loved it so much I've bought it for friends ever since. It makes a wonderful baby shower gift!The Primo Eurobath is made entirely of durable polypropylene plastic, which ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Mmmm...Donut Head Homer by chad8246 Pros: Includes one of the best Simpsons figures...Donut Head Homer
Cons: Too expensive The Playmates Simpsons World Of Springfield action figure collection has been one of my favorite collectable releases over the years. There have been so many great figures featured in the collection that it's hard to remember them all. One of my ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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SpinMaster Aquadoodle Basic Mat - Another Mess Free Coloring Toy! by KMINER Pros: easy to use, no mess, quick enough drying
Cons: one color, one pen A lot of times our families will ask specifically what we'd like for the children for holiday and birthday gifts. I really like that they think to do this so that way I know the kids are getting things we can use, and things that can fit in our ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Optimus Prime Activator by dustinnikki Pros: Easy to transform
Cons: Legs or arms may come off My son is 3 years old and he loves Transformers. I was used to the Backyardigan days but it seems those days are over. When he was getting ready to turn 3 years old in February, all he wanted was ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Go Spuds Go! by chad8246 Pros: A functional and neat toy that allows me to support my team
Cons: No storage compartment for extra accessories When I was a kid, I honestly don't remember if I ever owned a Mr. Potato Head toy. I do remember playing with one over the course of my life, but I seem to recall being at friend's houses or maybe even Toys R Us when I manipulated his little face parts. ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Amblyopia: Your Child Could Be Going Blind without you knowing it. by marytara Your Child Could Be Going Blind without you knowing it... Mine was. My ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Sometimes "50% larger" is not an asset by thraesja Pros: large, soft, clear, not covered in bunnies
Cons: hard to install, blocks driving view, falls constantly Being somewhat terrified new parents, my husband and I really bought into the whole 'bigger is better' idea when it came to a mirror to keep an eye on our brand new son in his car seat. Obviously, we wanted to see as much of him as possible to ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Maclaren Twin or Double Umbrella Stroller; Easy to Use and Convenient!! by popsrocks Pros: Folds very easily
durable stylish for an umbrella stroller Cons: I didn't know how it folded on first introduction When my daughter-in-law first came to our back yard with two of our grand daughters packed comfortable in this double umbrella stroller made by Maclaren I thought it was perfect for them and for her. A little later, after the mom left, leaving me with ...
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Jul 01 '09 |
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Take a dip in the High School Musical 2 Country Club Pool Set with Gabriella! by jurgrace Pros: Fun "Barbie" pool, Cute doll and accessories
Cons: Doll is smaller than most; This is a water toy that can get messy Back in the olden days (read: my 1980's childhood), Barbie had a vinyl swimming pool with walls that held themselves up with nothing more than the water contained inside of them. My first reaction upon encountering Mattel's High School Musical 2 ...
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Jun 30 '09 |
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Great Swivel Wheel Stroller by bnsnyde Pros: height adjustable handle, swivel wheel, great color, big sunshade
Cons: no one-handed fold, does not sit upright when folded, floppy sunshade when up NOTE THIS MODEL IN THE PICTURE GOES FOR $474 (or cheaper sometimes on ebay). IT IS THE SWIVEL MODEL. BE CAREFUL YOU DON'T GET THE FIXED WHEEL ONE IF THAT'S NOT WHAT YOU WANT. IT TENDS TO BE CHEAPER BUT IS NOT WHAT I AM REVIEWING HERE. THE ONE ...
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Jun 30 '09 |
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Bum Ending by tryditmyself Pros: Flushable, Soft, Package Choices
Cons: Fail to Pop up, Easily Tear, Costly General information about Cottonelle Flushable Wipes: They are a soft thick wet wipe specifically designed to break up like toilet paper when flushed. Cottonelle offers the product in every package choice one could want. They make a pop up dispensing tub ...
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Jun 30 '09 |
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More An Almost-naked Statue Than A Figure, The Limited Edition "Dr. Manhattan" Figure Rules! by wlswarts Pros: Incredible sculpt, Decent enough accessories, Translucent variant is awesome
Cons: Low posability. No movie has lived up to my high expectations this year like "Watchmen" has. In fact, as I eagerly await the DVD release of "Watchmen" (reviewed at: http://www.epinions.com/conten
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Jun 30 '09 |
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Franklin can count by twos and tie his shoes...and be SO LOVABLE! by keithman Pros: A great show for learning good morals with lovable characters.
Cons: None. Franklin is a very warm-hearted show which surrounds the daily life of a young boy turtle who learns lessons in life along with and through the help of his friends. The lessons that are taught are ones that are fairly common for children ...
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Jun 30 '09 |
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New 'spin' on an old classic by thraesja Pros: inexpensive, educational, bright, durable
Cons: water may get inside rings, may get stuck on small wrists I fondly remember playing with the classic version of this plastic toy when I was young. For those of you unfamiliar, the classic version consisted of a white, rockable base, a tapered yellow pole, and five rings in primary colours which varied by ...
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Jun 30 '09 |
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Mr. Potato Head Find Me! Game by Staceys1 Pros: Mr. Potato Head, one or two player, educational game.
Cons: No volume control, no master off switch. Like most children, mine loved playing with their Mr. Potato head toys when they were younger and at some point, they were given this Milton Bradley Mr. Potato Head Find Me! game, which they still play many years later.This is an ...
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Jun 29 '09 |
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Large, durable receiving blanket by thraesja Pros: large, durable, washable,
Cons: more expensive than most Most new parents quickly realize the truth that you can never have too many receiving blankets. I wish that all of mine had been Kushies.Unlike most receiving blankets on the market, Kushies are a full 35 inches square, making ...
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Jun 29 '09 |
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Good all-around sippy cup by thraesja Pros: adequately spill-proof, BPA-free (in Canada at least), good value for money, bright colours, easy-grip handles
Cons: Can sprinkle drops if shaken excessively This was the first brand of sippy cup we tried for my son, and overall still our favourite. It has a large, screw-on lid with a durable spout and easy-grip handles.We started using these for my son when he was a bit too young to really get ...
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Jun 29 '09 |
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Functional, efficient travel system by thraesja Pros: maneuverable, adjustable, comfortable, safe
Cons: bulky, heavy The stroller has a strong, well-designed frame and large, maneuverable wheels. The turning radius is nice and narrow, which makes life easier in busy stores and other tight corners. The wheels are too small to be useful for jogging, ...
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Jun 29 '09 |
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Cute but overly sensitive by thraesja Pros: cute, bright, educational?, musical, fun
Cons: annoying voice, too sensitive We received this several weeks ago as a 1st birthday present. My son was immediately interested in the puppy and is happy to play with him for the brief periods of time I let him every day. The puppy is plush, sits ...
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Jun 29 '09 |
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Versatile play mat by thraesja Pros: bright, musical, entertaining, washable, versatile
Cons: bulky, expensive We received this mat as a shower present and really appreciated having it right from the start.The mat has four sides that can either be left empty and flat on the ground, or can have panels inserted and be folded up into a shallow box. The ...
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Jun 29 '09 |
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Fur Berries - A Strange Toy That My Daughter Loves by Staceys1 Pros: Furry animal, easily opens and closes, fruit scent.
Cons: None. While watching television, we are constantly bombarded with advertisements for new products, and often, my children see something that they beg me for without really knowing what it is. This was the case with the Fur Berries line of toys. All my ...
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Jun 29 '09 |
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Musical multilingual toy by thraesja Pros: musical, educational?, multilingual
Cons: somewhat irritating for adults This toy is one of my 12-month-old son T-Fap's favourites. It plays six different classical music pieces (including William Tell's Overture) when any of its large, coloured handles are grasped. In WO
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Jun 28 '09 |
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Near-Perfect Han: The Bespin Capture Han Solo Power Of The Jedi Action Figure Stands Up! by wlswarts Pros: Great sculpt, Cool accessories, Generally good posability and balance
Cons: Very losable accessory (binders). It is amazing what a few years can do! In 1996 as part of the second wave of Kenner "Star Wars" action figures in preparation for the release of the theatrical "Special Editions," of the original Trilogy, one of the many figures released was a Bespin Han ...
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Jun 28 '09 |
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Baby's First T-Ball Set by Natasha37 Pros: Simple toy that grows with the child. Audio is cute rather than annoying.
Cons: No storage option for bat Little M (the boy I care for as a nanny) has a fascination with things that roll. By the time he was 8 months old, he would grab any elongated nearby item to use as a bat or hockey stick to hit balls across the floor. Truly ...
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Jun 28 '09 |
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Cricut Home Decor Cartridge- fun stuff for your house by bradshawcl Pros: nice cutouts to make home decor items
Cons: no box, no special features like other cartridges have When I found out Cricut Home Décor Cartridge had a fleur de lis on it, I knew I had to have it. For those of you that don't know what a Cricut is, it is an ...
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Jun 28 '09 |
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The Most Feared Villains In The Galaxy, The Borg Make Their Toy Debut From Playmates! by wlswarts Pros: Good sculpt, Good accessories, Generally good posability
Cons: Arm-swapping issues. The Borg. For fans of the "modern" "Star Trek" series' - beginning with "Star Trek: The Next Generation," there is no more recognizable villain. The Borg are a cybernetic organism that came from the deepest regions of space to assimilate all ...
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Jun 28 '09 |
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Transformers: Cybertron - Optimus Prime by cdm72 Pros: Awesome look, great transformation.
Cons: Hip joints don't hold up after a while. When Transformers made their big comeback a few years ago with the release of the Transformers: Armada toy line, who could have guessed it would be the hit it was, or that it would go on to make the toy line even more popular than it had been during its ...
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Jun 28 '09 |
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Huggies Pull- Ups: Cute Design and Protection to Help Make the Transition by Bryan_Carey Pros: Velcro sides; Cute Disney designs; Prevents leakage
Cons: Training mechanism doesn't work that well Babies eventually grow up and when they become toddlers, one of the tasks that must be tackled is potty training. Fortunately, there are many products available to assist with this transition and the one we purchase more than any other is Huggies Pull ...
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Jun 27 '09 |
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A Bumble Be Spud by nagels Pros: Nice piece for a collector.
Cons: Individual pieces are stagnant contrary to the transformer theme. No mas! No mas! Every shelf is full of them. They’re peeking out of drawers, taking up space under the bed, and lurking in every nook and cranny of the attic. Spare body parts ghoulishly lie about in boxes and plastic organizers in Spud ...
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Jun 27 '09 |
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Who Needs Flexibility When You Work For The Emperor? Emperor's Royal Guard Figure Stands. by wlswarts Pros: Very stable, Looks good
Cons: Completely inflexible with low playability. In the annals of great "Star Wars" inaction figures, one of the best has to be the personal guards of the Emperor. The Emperor appears in "Return Of The Jedi" (reviewed at: http://www.epinions.com/conten
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Jun 27 '09 |
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Crayola Construction Paper 6 x 9 Pad by bizzimommi Pros: less waste, easy storage, price, brand, bright and vivid colors
Cons: none Having 3 boys, I know that its importance of keeping lots of art supplies around to get that creative juice flowing. It is nice to sit down with the kids and make something to hang on the fridge or put away to look back at years down the ...
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Jun 27 '09 |
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Beginning Consonants Instant Learning Centers by mjhollingshead Pros: 18 thumbs up from Osage County First Grade
Cons: none noted Note: as with most of the items I review in this category the items are not toys per se, rather are classroom type materials intended for use with primary and older age students. ------------------------------
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Jun 27 '09 |
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Your Guide to Recovery After A Miscarriage by trudyannewan Whether voluntary or involuntary, the loss of a child is an excruciating experience. Nothing i ...
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Jun 27 '09 |
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Tek-Nek Rock 'n Ride Pony - Tons of Fun by tb120579 Pros: Short enough for small children. The sounds are entertaining for kids.
Cons: Slick plastic runners tend to walk and slide easily when rocking. My daughter received two of these rocking horses this past Christmas. Since we live over an hour from the nearest store that handles them we decided to just keep both of them so one is upstairs and one is in the basement. She is now 16 months ...
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Jun 26 '09 |
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Colgate Kids 2 in one tooth paste and mouth wash combination gel by michelle7898 Pros: The price was right
Cons: Sugary, sweet and gritty I found the Colgate Kids 2 in one tooth paste and mouth wash combination gel when I was buying floss in the tooth paste isle one day. I chose to try it because it was on sale and this was thwe first time that I had ever seen it before. I figured it would ...
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Jun 26 '09 |
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Fine Literature by videodude Pros: Solid story, good character development, fine artwork
Cons: None Amongst Batman fans, The Long Halloween is highly praised as being one of the best graphic novels featuring the caped crusader. It's a dark, brooding take on Batman as he, Commissioner Gordon and D.A. Harvey Dent deal with a serial killer offing mobsters ...
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Jun 26 '09 |
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The First Odd Recast By Playmates: "Captain Jean-Luc Picard In Duty Uniform," An Average Figure. by wlswarts Pros: Decent posability, Good accessories, Generally decent sculpt
Cons: Light on coloring details, Odd uniform choice. In creating the second line of "Star Trek: The Next Generation" figures, Playmates Toys made some interesting decisions. Some of them made a lot of sense, like recasting the Commander Riker figure so it looked good enough to appear on the bridge. But ...
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Jun 26 '09 |
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Perfect Star CTP4832 Super Cut Outs by mjhollingshead Pros: 18 thumbs up from Osage County First Grade
Cons: none noted Creative Teaching Press Perfect Star CTP4832 Super Cut Outs are packaged as 36 stars to the packet. Die cut materials are a mainstay in Primary classrooms. From apples and leaves in fall to holiday shapes throughout the ...
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Jun 26 '09 |
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Huggies Little Swimmers swim diapers size small by michelle7898 Pros: They work great, look cute
Cons: none I purchased the Huggies Little Swimmers swim diapers for my son a few weeks ago. I had seen them many times in the store before. And I know that my sister in law used them onmy nephew two year in a row. They do have a variety of sizes. I chose the ...
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Jun 25 '09 |
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Spying For The Empire, Garindan Was Improved By A Recast. by wlswarts Pros: Decent sculpt, Generally appropriate accessory
Cons: Flexibility issues One has to love the simplicity of the old "Star Wars" toy line. I'm not referencing the mid-90's reboot of the toy line, I mean the late-70's, early-80's merchandising that made a toy empire out of the "Star Wars" franchise. Back in the day, the ...
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Jun 25 '09 |
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Commander Riker Never Looked Like This! On Their First Try, Playmates Gets Riker Wrong! by wlswarts Pros: Good accessories
Cons: Ridiculous accessory coloring, Bad sculpt (in the hair area), Tears in uniform?! Creativity is not always rewarded when it comes to collectors and their collectibles. "Star Trek" fans have a reputation, often deserved, for being meticulous about the quality of their collectibles. Indeed, as a trading card collector, I have been ...
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Jun 25 '09 |
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Creative Teaching Press Learning Décor® CTP 0479 2/PK Reading Comprehension Spinners by mjhollingshead Pros: 18 thumbs up from Osage County First Grade
Cons: none noted Note: as with most of the items I review in this category the items are not toys per se, rather are classroom type materials intended for use with primary and older age students. ------------------------------
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Jun 25 '09 |
Overall Rating: Very Helpful |
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Creative Teaching Press; Instant Learning Centers LONG AND SHORT VOWELS by mjhollingshead Pros: 18 thumbs up from Osage County First Grade
Cons: none noted Note: as with most of the items I review in this category the items are not toys per se, rather are classroom type materials intended for use with primary and older age students. ------------------------------
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Jun 25 '09 |
Overall Rating: Very Helpful |
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