Reviews

Children’s Book by Kristi Yamaguchi – Dream Big, Little Pig! Review

by Kate on Mar 29, 2011 | 2 comments

Celebrities Authoring Children's Books There have been some very UNlikely celebrities to enter the realm of children's books. Think Madonna, Julianne Moore, Al Yankovic (you know, Weird Al from the 80s), Steve Martin, Jamie Lee Curtis and Jeff Foxworthy. I must admit, I've read four of...
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New for 2011: Schleich Farm Life Animal Families Review + Giveaway

by Kate on Mar 28, 2011 | 152 comments

Schleich has been around for 75 years, but they're not sitting on their laurels and resting. Rather, the company known for beautifully detailed animal figures continues to create new toys and figurines for kids (and adults!) to enjoy. Part of this year's new line of Schleich figures includ...
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Just Jen Custom T-Shirts with a Little Bling Review + Giveaway

by Kate on Mar 28, 2011 | 147 comments

Just Jen is an amazing resource for blinged out custom shirts - for mamas, girls and babies alike. The rhinestone t-shirts are custom made so they're perfect for bride shirts, maternity shirts or to announce that that sweet little bald headed baby is, in fact, a girl. Check out my custom t...
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Piggy Paint: Non-Toxic Nail Polish for Little Piggies Review, Discount & Giveaway

by Kate on Mar 23, 2011 | 204 comments

I have never seen my daughter inhale so much air at one time! When she walked in and found the Piggy Paint in "Forever Fancy" pink sitting on my desk, her eyes became so alive. As I knew she would, she immediately pulled up a chair and asked to paint her nails, "wight now." I'm certain ...
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Petunia Pickle Bottom Accessories: Travel Train Case Review & Giveaway

by Kate on Mar 21, 2011 | 794 comments

Like most mamas we know, we are big fans of Petunia Pickle Bottom. From the gorgeous designer diaper bags to organic baby carriers (read The Shopping Mama Sightseer review) to the brand new stylish travel accessories every product is bold, beautiful and uniquely Petunia. This month when we...
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aMamante! Nursingwear Review and Giveaway

by Kate on Mar 18, 2011 | 214 comments

I have now been nursing or pregnant for all of the last 4 years, minus 4 short months somewhere in the middle! Needless to say, comfort, functionality and easy access are a few of the top qualities I look for when searching for clothes these days. If I get so lucky to get those things plus...
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Playpants Modern Bloomers Review

by Kate on Mar 17, 2011 | 3 comments

Now that the weather is finally starting to show some signs of spring, I am so excited to get my baby girl into some adorable dresses. Which means she needs adorable diaper covers to go with them: Enter Playpants! About Playpants Playpants are proudly designed and manufactured in Vancouver...
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Madagasar Live! Musical Adventure for Kids Review

by Kate on Mar 16, 2011 | 1 Comment

A couple weeks ago, Monica and I took our boys to see Madagascar Live! when the show came to Columbus, Ohio. Madagascar Live! is the stage production based on the Dreamworks movie and the show features familiar characters if you've seen the movie. We went into the show with different persp...
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