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Bumbo Chair Recall. Are We Going Too Far?

October 26th, 2007 · 7 Comments

News yesterday of yet another child product recall, this time for the Bumbo chair. We’ve used the Bumbo chair for years and it is a great product. It allows babies to sit up before they can do it themselves. Thing 3 loves to sit in his Bumbo and watch his brothers play. [...]

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A Better Way To Rock Your Baby To Sleep

August 16th, 2007 · No Comments

In the “why didn’t I think of that” category, enter The Settle Pedal. A nifty contraption that turns any ordinary crib into a foot powered rocker.
From their website:
The Settle Pedal is a product of the wisdom accumulated from having three kids. A tired engineer Dad decided a tool was necessary for helping get [...]

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Great Place To Shop

February 14th, 2007 · No Comments

One Step Ahead, for 0-3 years, and Leaps and Bounds, years 3+, have a great selection of products. Everything from bath, travel, toys, to child-proofing devices. Prices are reasonable and some items are exclusively theirs. No, I don’t work for them or get commissions. They just have some really well thought [...]

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Why do minivans get such a bad rap?

February 5th, 2007 · No Comments

I will be getting a minivan soon, to replace my 1998 Honda Civic. I have my sights set on the top rated Honda Odyssey. Why wouldn’t I want to drive this car? What is the stigma with buys driving minivans? Today’s minivans are comfortable, powerful, stylish, with every bell and whistle [...]

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There’s no fruit in a fruit rollup

February 2nd, 2007 · No Comments

Getting my preschooler to eat fruits or vegetables is near impossible. His diet mainly consists of chicken nuggets, waffles, pizza, pasta, chicken nuggets, and crackers. Did I mention chicken nuggets? What is it with those that is so damn appealing to kids?
There are a few almost fruit and vegetable items that he’ll [...]

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Fun Bus

January 31st, 2007 · No Comments

I’ve written here about how I’ve been searching for an indoor gym/playground to take my kids in the winter. Well, here is a great concept. A school bus, with all the seats removed, and padded walls. Just park in the driveway and turn the kids loose. The house doesn’t get destroyed, [...]

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