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Got Mombo? {Bright Starts Comfort & Harmony Mombo Review}

19 days until baby makes his grand entrance!  Can you believe it?  I can hardly stand it!

One thing I am a little nervous for though is feeding baby.  I am planning on breastfeeding…and let’s hope it works out for at least a little bit because as I have quickly learned babies are expensive and that includes their formula!  Not only that but I want the bonding that comes from breastfeeding.

One thing I have noticed though, breastfeeding or bottle feeding, babies are heavy!  Especially when they fall asleep and become dead weight.  Holding a baby for 20-30 minutes while you feed them, over and over, must make your arm tired right?  I mean, I feel like I haven’t done any heavy lifting in a long time.  I am going to need some help!

That is where Mombo fits in!

Mombo, by Bright Starts is part of the Comfort and Harmony line.  Designed for mother and baby, Mombo is a nursing pillow unlike any others.  The shape is just perfect for positioning baby for easy feeding and the pillow is wide for plenty of cradling space.  It also features a two-sided design called Firm2Soft.  The firm side giving support for feeding and the soft siding is comfy for lounging and tummy time!  Either side, the pillow has really soft fabrics that make you just want to cuddle up even more.

  

Another thing that makes Mombo unlike any other breastfeeding pillow it that it offers a soothing vibration feature.  It is a little device that you can put in the pillow while baby is lounging to help them calm down or just enjoy lounging around a bit more.  Moms love getting in a massage chair, why wouldn’t baby?

Recently I had two friends have babies.  I was in charge of getting them presents from our company’s owners.  When I asked both what they wanted but hadn’t gotten yet, they both said breastfeeding pillows (only one was breastfeeding).  I quickly ran to Babies R Us and bought them both Mombos!  These make great gifts for moms and dads.  You can even buy the nude pillow and a slipcover.  That makes cleaning a breeze.  Plus, when the next baby rolls around of a different gender, just get a different slipcover!

Mombo is Real Moms recommended!!

If you love Mombo too, tell them!  Tweet them using #gotmombo or post on their Facebook page and be automatically entered to win a $500 Babies R’ Us gift card!!

Crissa May 21, 2012 PRODUCT REVIEWS , , ,

Which is Best for My Baby? {Diaper Dappler Review}

I have said this before and I will say it again…I am learning so much about baby products!  It has been really interesting to read reviews, do reviews on my own, and listen to my friends and family and their opinions.  I have brought or not bought things based on these reviews.


One thing that I can’t decide on though is diapers.  I always hear, it depends on the baby.  Some babies have sensitive skin.  The way they move can make a certain kind of diaper leak.  Some diapers fit one baby better than another diaper.  So how do you decide what to buy? Surely you aren’t going to buy a package of each.  it only takes a few to decide if it is going to work or not, and that the current cost of diapers, I am not about to throw away a bunch of diapers that aren’t right for my baby.


Diaper Dabbler founder Beth Dolar saw that choosing the right diaper was tough and buying a package of each wasn’t an option.  “Diaper Dabbler provides a service which allows anyone to dabble in a variety of diapers for the cost of a single pack of diapers.”  They “offer 11 different brands/types of disposable diapers in a variety of sample packs, as well as a mix-n’-match sample pack.  These sample packs also make a wonderful baby shower gift, as giving the gift of a variety of options can always help a new mom out.”

I love this company!  What a great idea! 

Diaper Dabbler sent me the Mega Mom package, as shown on the left.  It contains 3 diapers from 11 different brands of diapers:

Earth’s Best TenderCare
Seventh Generation Free & Clear
Nature Baby Care
Nurtured by Nature
Pampers Swaddlers
Pampers Swaddlers Sensitive
Pampers Baby Dry
Huggies Pure & Natural
Huggies Snugglers
Huggies Snug & Dry
Luvs Super Absorbent Leak Guards

All are size 1.  The perfect size to help you figure out right away which brand your baby is compatible with.  Each set is packaged in a clearly marked sealed bag.  These sell for the price of one package of diapers….but it is WAY better than one package of all the same brand of diapers.  A BONUS!  You can have it gift wrapped

Perfect!  I mean, this is the best idea! This would make the best baby shower present for any mom…first baby or not! 

Diaper Dappler is Real Moms Approved 100%!!!

 

Crissa May 2, 2012 PRODUCT REVIEWS , ,

Sittin’ at the Counter! {Summer Infant Take Two Booster Seat Review + Giveaway}

We have a small kitchen. In fact there isn’t much room at all in it.  We do however have a very long bar in our space and we sit on the bar stools a lot.  The only problem with this is that my little one and a half year old can’t quite sit at the counter without me worrying that she might fall off the stool.  We recently had the opportunity to test out the Summer Infant Take Two Booster Seat.

The Summer Infant Take Two Booster Seat offers a dual solution for dining in or dining out! This is the first booster seat designed to be both a regular booster feeding seat as well as a clip-on booster feeding seat with tray.  Modern styling and versatility wrapped up in one fantastic booster seat.  Quick and easy fold design offers a great travel feature as well as a removable machine washable seat for the ultimate in convenience.

Upon pulling it out of the box, I was ready to get it on the counter so she could join us for lunch.  It features a nice folding design which helps for storage in our small area as I am able to put it in the pantry or between our washer and dryer and it fits nicely.  It’s a two for one design….a twofer!  It can be used as a booster seat and a clip on booster to the counter top.  I am always a fan of items that can be used in more than one way. It’s a great way to save money too!  The Take Two Booster Seat site nicely on our counter, and is ready for my daughter to use daily.  I love that it’s a neutral color so it blends in nicely with our kitchen style.  It’s also very easy to clean and the tray is dishwasher safe. LOVE THAT! This booster is perfect if you are planning on traveling this summer as you can pack it in the trunk and use it at families and restaurants. It’s always nice to have a baby booster while out and about traveling.  It makes feeding baby so much easier. The Summer Infant Take Two Booster Seat comes REAL MOM RECOMMENDED!

Other Great Features:

  • Easy to clean removable seat pad, machine washable
  • Removable and dishwasher safe tray
  • 3-point restraint system
  • Chair straps secure booster to chair
  • Chair hooks included to use booster as a hook-on booster and securely attaches to the table

You can pick yours up today at your local Babies R Us for around $40 or at other retailer that carries Summer Infant products.

Today, Summer Infant is giving one RMRV reader a Take Two Booster Seat!

Here’s how to enter to win:

 

Mandatory 1st entry:

1) Check out Summer Infant and come back and tell us another product they have that you would love to own!

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1 entry per day-Tweet this giveaway and leave us your tweet url.

5 entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link.

You have until April 14th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.

Hollie May 1, 2012 PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS , ,

Magical Sippy Cups! {The First Years Magical Color Change Sippy Cups Review & Giveaway}

Have kids? Then, I am sure you have sippy cups! I have two young ones and I want to keep my carpet and furniture “nice” for as long as humanly possible! :) I was very excited to have the chance to try out the new line of sippy cups from The First years.  These aren’t just any old sippy cup. They are Magical color changing sippy cups! Boy, was my little guy thrilled when his “toy story 3″ sippy cups arrived.  My daughter got “princess” ones, and she was tickled pink by their “prettiness”.  Both styles were welcomed with smiling cute faces and they were ready to be filled up with juice and milk right away.

Watch the action! Each insulated sippy cup changes color when cold liquid is added. For peace of mind, the color fades as the liquid warms to room temperature.

We have been using them now for about two weeks.  First off, I have to say that I am impressed, no leaks!  That’s a #1 thing I look for in a sippy cup. As I stated before, I want to keep my stuff as nice as I can as long as I can.  Secondly, I am very impressed by their easy clean valve system.  It’s built right into the lid of the sippy, so I don’t have to search for parts to put my sippy cup together.  I just grab the cup and the lid and we are set!  I can throw them in the dishwasher and they come out ready to use instantly.

Now, my kids….they love the color changing concept.  They gasp and ahhhh each time I pour the cold liquid in. They think it’s so much fun and so magical.  It’s fun just watching them experience the magic of the sippy cup. They each love their new cups and use them everyday.  Mom loves them too!

Thanks goes out to The First Years for making such a great sippy cup that any mom and kiddos would enjoy!

These cups come REAL MOM RECOMMENDED!!!

You can pick up your own at your local Walmart or Target!

Today, we have a set of two magical color change sippy cups to giveaway!

Here’s how to enter to win:

Mandatory First Entry:  Head over and check out The First Years then come back and tell us another product they have.

Once the mandatory entries are completed you can gain additional entries from the following:

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1 entry per day-Tweet this giveaway and leave us your tweet url.

5 entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link.

3 entries- Add RMRV on Google +.

You have until March 26th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.

Hollie March 10, 2012 PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS , , , , , ,

One Second, Accurate Reading Everytime! {Safety1st VersaScan Talking Thermometer Review}

sniffle, sniffle, sniffle. That’s what I heard coming from my little ones room all day long. He played and played and sniffled and sniffled. “Oh no, I thought.” He’s coming down with a cold. Just when I thought Spring was here and the cold and flu season had passed us….think again!

Well, since there is no cure for the common cold but rest and fluids….but there is a new product that will help during the sick process. The new VersaScan Talking Thermometer.  We were lucky enough to have the opportunity to test this new product out.  First off, it comes with batteries. I love it when a product doesn’t make me have to search for batteries.  I quickly put them in and we were ready to go.  It features a one second reading and it even “talks” out the reading. How cool is that.  You are able to switch the talking mode on and off so if you are using it while your child is sleeping you don’t have to worry about waking them. :)   Next, you can use it to read the temperature of bath water, and even food.  You never want to worry that your babies food is too hot or the bath water too hot. So this is one handy tool for any mom.

The VersaScan TALKING thermometer speaks up to let you know what temperature it’s reading in just one second. Also great for confirming that food and bath water temperatures are within a safe range.

We tested it out on our son, and it was very easy to use.  We inserted it in his ear and 1 second later we had a reading. 98.4, so no fever insight. Thanks goodness.  It does however have a red ring that lights up if your child does have a fever so you know right away.


The VersaScan Talking thermometer retails for $39.99 and you can find it at Target or online at Amazon.com.

Hollie March 10, 2012 PRODUCT REVIEWS , , , ,

Which One Is Not Like The Other Ones? {MAM Personalized Pacificer Review}

With baby coming in June I have been doing a lot of reading and researching about what to do and what not to do.  One thing I have decided is, I plan on being a pacifier mom.  Why?  I learned that the American Academy of Pediatrics encourage pacifier use under the age of one.  Pacifiers help a baby soothe itself and when used when the baby is falling asleep can reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).  They are to be used to help satisfy the baby’s noneating sucking needs.  “Remember, the pacifier is for your baby’s benefit, not your convenience, so let her decide whether and when to use it.”

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Picking a pacifier isn’t hard right?  A pacifier is a pacifier.  Nothing special about it.  WRONG!  It is important to pick the right pacifier for your baby for health, safety, and development reasons.  Pick a pacifier that is all one piece.  Pick a pacifier that is orthodontist and pediatric dentist approved.  These have a rounded top and a flat bottom.  They were designed to prevent tooth troubles later in baby’s life.

MAM pacifiers fit all the guidelines to a perfect pacifier.  They have a wide variety of sizes, silicone or latex, and can be boiled.  MAM even offers personalized pacifiers!  Now you can make your baby’s pacifier stand out in the crowd.

MAM gave me the opportunity to personalize a pacifier for our baby.  We haven’t decided on a baby name yet so I decided to be creative.  I chose to have “PULL TO SOUND ALARM” engraved into it.  Funny huh!?  We received two of the same one…which is perfect…one for home, one for on the go.  They also come with a reusable storage case.

I chose to get the pacifier made for 0-6 months.  These pacifiers “have a smaller shield for maximum safety and comfort.”  The shield is curved for comfort and the “unique surface inside pacifier shield and air holes allow baby’s skin to breathe.”  Baby is going to be so cute with this in his little mouth!

MAM is Real Moms approved!

Crissa March 6, 2012 PRODUCT REVIEWS , ,

Protect Your Seat {seatNEAT Review and Giveaway}

One of my favorite things about being pregnant is learning about all the products I didn’t know were out there.  There are quite a few that I think “WHOA!  Whoever came up with that was a genius!”  I also love imagining how they would look in my house and how my little guy would look using them.  So fun to think about.

Prince Lionheart is a family-owned and operated business that was started by a couple in 1973 in a garage.  It all started with handmade rocking horses that Dad would cut and Mom would decorate.  What a pair!  The company is founded on three core beliefs: quality, innovation and outstanding service.  That is the sign of a good, trustworthy company…in my eyes.

One of Prince Lionheart’s fabulous baby products is the seatNEAT.  It is simple to use!  Just place it on your chair before putting on your child’s booster seat.  SeatNEAT protects your fabric or wood chairs from being damaged with food or liquids and protects them from scratches!


There are even side flaps to protect your chairs from damage due to the bottom strap!  There is also a non-skid bottom.  See Prince Lionheart is a genius!

SeatNEAT is available in 2 colors: grey/black or brown/tan.  That way you can find the right color to keep it from standing out in your kitchen.

I am so excited to use this product.  In fact I liked it so much that I added it to a booster seat gift I was giving to my friend at her baby shower.  You can buy it online for $14.  I found the one for my friend at Target for $12.99.  Hey!  $12.99 or $14 is better than having to buy a new chair!!

Today Prince Lionheart is giving one lucky reader the chance to protect their own chair!

Want to win?  Here is how to enter:

Mandatory First Entry:

Go to Prince Lionheart and tell us another product you would like to have

Once the mandatory entries are completed you can gain additional entries from the following:

1 entry- Find out where your closest Prince Lionheart retailer is and let us know

3 entries-Follow RMRV on Pinterest

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1 entry per day-Tweet this giveaway and leave us your tweet url.

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You have until March 8th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.

 

Crissa February 23, 2012 PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS , , ,

Ribbons & Lace {Taylor Joelle Designs Review & Giveaway}

You all know I love fashion, especially for my little ones. Shopping for unique and stylish clothing for them is more fun than shopping for myself! Taylor Joelle Designs is packed full of darling clothing and accessories for girls and even a few things for the little boys in our lives! It’s a one stop online boutique for fashionable clothing and accessories for your kids!

Taylor Joelle Designs is all about boutique baby and children’s clothing and accessories. We offer a weekly hot buy on our website

When I started browsing around Taylor Joelle Designs I fell in love with several different items including a sweet little dress and darling hat! The item that really caught my eye though and the one I knew my Ava girl needed to have were Sylie’s Lace Leggings; they are adorable! Sylie’s Lace Leggings are the perfect addition to a sweet outfit on your little girl! Ava loves them and thinks they look so cute with her favorite little dress…we may have to pick up a few other colors to add to her wardrobe! Taylor Joelle Designs also offers weekly hot buys; a few items featured at a discounted price! You will be thrilled with the variety of items at Taylor Joelle Designs and are sure to find the perfect little something for your sweetheart!

 Today One lucky RMRV reader will win a pair of Sylie’s Lace Leggings from Taylor Joelle!

Want to enter to win? Here’s how!

Mandatory 1st entry:

1) Check out Taylor Joelle Designs! Take a look around and come back to tell us your favorite item!

Once the mandatory entry is completed you can gain additional entries from the following:

3 entries: Subscribe to RMRV emails or RSS feed.

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1 entry per day-Tweet the following and leave us your tweet link:

#WIN a pair of Sylie’s Lace Leggings from @TaylorJoelleDes @agiveawaydaily!

2 entries: Comment on any non-giveaway post on RMRV!

5 entries- Sign up the Taylor Joelle’s Weekly Hot Buy Notification E-mails.

Taylor Joelle Designs is Real Mom Recommended!!

You have until February 28th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.

Amanda February 14, 2012 PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS , , , , ,

New Stroller, Used Stroller, & Worn Out Stroller! {Balboa Baby Stroller Liner Review & Giveaway}

Do you have a stroller that has lived through the first of your children, only to have the third, well have to use a dirty old stroller?  That is the situation with us.  The first child got the brand spankin’ new stroller, the second got the gently used stroller, and the third got the “worn out” old stroller.

We recently had the opportunity to review the new Balboa Baby stroller liner.  I choose the “swirl” pattern because it was pretty first off and would match our umbrella stroller perfectly.  It features a universal fit so it will fit any stroller.

When it arrived I was very excited to give the old stroller it’s facelift.  It was super easy to put on.  You simply thread the stroller straps through and it makes an instant facelift on the old stroller.  Now the third baby gets something nice and new….his stroller liner!

I love that I can take it off when needed and wash it in the washing machine and return without worry of the stroller’s original seat getting dirty.  Thanks Balboa Baby for the great stroller liner. We L-O-V-E it!

We have one Balboa Baby Stroller Liner to giveaway today! ~Winner’s choice of pattern~$35 value!

Here’s how to enter to win it:

{Mandatory entry}

Tell us which stroller liner pattern is your favorite!

Once the mandatory entry is complete, you can gain additional entries from the following:

5 entries-Add RMRV to Google+

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1 entry per day-Tweet this giveaway (use the link below the post) and leave us your tweet url.

5 entries- Blog about this giveaway and leave us the url link.

{You have until January 30th @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only.

Hollie January 15, 2012 PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS , , ,

Mom can Relax & Baby can Thrive! {Evenflo Bebek Bottle Review}

“The Bebek line was specifically designed to encourage baby’s snuggle reflex, resulting in stress-free feeding to help Mom relax and Baby to thrive.”

We recently had the opportunity to try out these bottles first hand.  With a new baby in the home, it couldn’t have come at a better time.  We were able to use the 2 oz bottle for the first few weeks with our little guy since all he ate at each feeding was 2 oz.  It was super tiny and the nipple seemed to work perfectly for him.  Then we had to move up to the 5 oz bottle because he was then eating 3 oz.  I was worried that he wouldn’t care for the larger nipple on this bottle.  He switched over seamlessly.  I was very impressed.  We are still using them today and we love them.  No leaking from the ring, and they wash up nicely as I can put them in the top rack of our dishwasher.

“The Evenflo® Bebek® bottle is designed to be a natural extension of you. Stress-free feeding means baby can thrive. The wide-base nipple allows for easier latch and transition. The Bebek® bottle is expertly designed for easy assembly and leak-free feeding. The simple, one-piece nipple and vent means no extra parts to clean or lose. Its ergonomic shape is comfortable for both you and your baby. BPA-free. Top rack dishwasher safe.”

I would rate them very highly on the baby gear scale and purchase them again in the future for my baby.

You can purchase them now at Buy Buy Baby and also online at buybuybaby.com.

The Bebek Bottles come REAL MOM RECOMMENDED!

 

Hollie January 11, 2012 PRODUCT REVIEWS , ,

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