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Review: Fishbites Soft Swimmies (Step 4)

Eric Cooper — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:31:17 +0000

Review: Fishbites Soft Swimmies – Swim Step 4 I know we are entering into the colder (coldest!) months of the year. I also know that plenty of people go on vacation to warm places to escape. It is with that that I review the Fishbites Soft Swimmies – Swim Step 4. As with all products, [...]

Five Fathers Day gifts for geeky dads (and who isn’t geeky these days?)

Paul Banas — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 05:37:15 +0000

If you have a dad who has an iPod and can't get enough music, an iTunes gift card is a nice touch. ... If your dad uses the computer a lot, a perfect gift is an extra computer monitor so he can look like one of those stock traders you see while scanning past the Bloomberg channel. ... I know there are state of the art monitors (everyone loves the "24 Apple at $900), but I really like my ViewSonic "22 inch ViewDock monitor because it comes with an iPod dock (not iPhone unfortunately), stereo speakers, a headphone jack and mic input, and three powered USB ports. $449 on Amazon.

Review: Munchkin Mighty Grip Glass Bottle

Eric Cooper — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 22:11:09 +0000

With the plethora of new glass bottles on the market you might look at the bottle and say to yourself “huh, I’ll just grab these and go” – but you need to look closer; not all glass bottles are created equal! The Munchkin Mighty Grip Glass Bottle (pictured above) is an excellent bottle to seriously [...]

Maxi Cosi Mico car seat Review

Paul Banas — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 01:50:17 +0000

Snapping in the seat to the base in the car can be a bit tricky, but you get used to it. The Mico will carry your baby from five to up to 22 lbs and the shoulder harness, buckle and infant head cushion are all adjustable as your baby grows from infant to toddler.

... Snapping the seat to the base in the car can be a bit tricky, but you get used to it.

Review: Mutsy Stroller

Eric Cooper — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 19:23:24 +0000

Pros: Amazingly smooth ride – large, easy-swivel tires make any terrain a snap (the stroller comes with a second set of smaller wheels, but I prefer to leave on the bigger ones) Stands upright when folded – easy to maneuver folding means less time fussing with folding and more time with baby! Wheels easily remove – with one-handed removal, this feature makes Mutsy all the better for quick storage The Mutsy Sitter turns your seat into a wonderful, detached seat for your little boy or girl. ... Cons: It seems larger than other strollers – tight turns or small grocery store aisles may pose a problem It can appear weighty for some – at around 25 lbs for the stroller alone, it can be considered by some heavy duty.

Our intrepid mom and dad reviewers rate the Symmetry Sleep Positioner

Paul Banas — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 23:44:43 +0000

The challenge was, our active son actually rolled over by himself at 1 week, so was not likely to stay on his side. ... In the months before he was able to really move on his own, we place him in the SSP within his crib, and he slept comfortably. The device stopped being useful once he could roll himself off of it, but by then he was moving enough that the flat head syndrome was not an issue.

Review: Safety 1st (AKA Safety First) OnBoard Car Seat

Eric Cooper — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 19:50:30 +0000

Leave behind base – keeping the base securely in place in the car means not only convenience, but peace of mind that fewer mistakes can be made in the buckling. EEP Foam – I call it the “super shock absorber stuff” and I can safely say my baby doesn’t know what it is, but he is very appreciative! ... Not only is it good for your little tykes, but parents will find the stay-in-car base and the knowledge of the child’s safety among the most important attributes.

Review: SoundSleep for Babies CD

Eric Cooper — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:47:17 +0000

Clue one: The soothing, subtle sound of the heartbeat Clue two:Ambient, soft conversation sounds Answer: The SoundSleep for Babies CD, from Sound Science A lot of parents, especially frustrated ones, have tried products that say they’ll help soothe your baby. ... I put the CD in the player, hooked up the headphones (making sure the volume was appropriate), and put them on a fussy baby. ... Pros: Comprised of actual recordings from the womb, digitally enhanced Based on medical, scientific, and audio research Calms even the fussiest of babies quickly Plays for one hour Keeps baby asleep Cons Unless the room is super quiet, I had to use headphones – otherwise, just playing them on a CD player, baby was uninterested I am always skeptical about products that say they will quiet a baby fast – especially if they’re just going to play music and sounds.

Review: Baby K’tan Carrier

Eric Cooper — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:31:52 +0000

Pros: Can be used from birth to 42 lbs – one of the only systems to carry that much Made completely of natural cotton making the carrier very breathable Ability to carry twins – the only carrier I’ve seen that is able to do this Comes in patterns for both moms and dads 8 possible positions for baby Cradle Hug Explore Adventure Twins Two-Hip Hip Back Phone support

Neutral: Can take some practice, but with well written and video instructions, getting the hang of it does not take that long Again we have a carrier with no cons (and only one neutral). That is why with today’s ever advancing products and product ideas, it is important to compare and see what works for you and your little one, or ones!

Review: Infantino’s Front2Back Rider

Eric Cooper — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:11:23 +0000

Pros: Light weight Comfortable for both petite and larger people It is super to buckle and unbuckle Soft, memory-foam type straps assure comfort for the wearer Like the SlingRider, it has fantastic, breathable mesh to assure good airflow Extra storage pocket for keys or other small objects (think extra pacifier!) “Tidy Wraps” help contain excess straps Cons: None It is a rarity when a product truly has nothing under the Cons section, but this rider has managed to do just that. There is comfort to be found for everyone using the Front2Back Rider – with its soft straps (a big plus), breathable mesh for baby (and peace of mind for parent!)