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Happy Times Mixed Fruit Yogis, Freeze-Dried Yogurt & Fruit Snacks, 5-Count (Pack of 6)

Happy Times Mixed Fruit Yogis, Freeze-Dried Yogurt & Fruit Snacks, 5-Count This is our daughter's favorite snack. We first bought it at the local store and she loved it. This pack is great, it is individually packed, so it's easy to just take one in the diaper bag, you also get different flavors. They are yummy and I feel good about my baby getting a healthy snack.

Our son LOVES these, and asks for them if he sees a package: "Puuuuuuffs! Puuuuuffs!" He only gets them as a special treat when we don't want him to just have cereal puffs. We like that these have less sugar and more protein than other, popular brands.

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Baby Food Grinder Bowl with Spoon Pigeon Japan Brand

Baby Food Grinder Bowl with Spoon Pigeon Japan BrandCute product. The ribs in the bowl make mashing food easy, especially in a restaurant when I order steamed vegies for the baby, although I usually take homemade food and let it thaw in this container when out. The only problem is there is no place to hook the spoon and it falls in the food and gets lost all the time. The spoon is a great shape for a little baby mouth and it scrapes off the excess food from baby's chin like a champ!

Mercola Organic Foaming Baby Wash

Mercola Organic Foaming Baby WashI love all the mercola products I've tried so far. I prefer unscented products for my babies so at first I was disappointed to read that this baby wash was scented but decided to try it anyway. I love it! I can barely smell it so the fact that it is scented no longer bothers me. It seems very gentle on my baby's skin and since it is a foam it rinses off completely clean unlike other soaps. Although it's a bit expensive it seems to last. I am still on the same bottle and my baby is 3 months old. The bottle still feels half full. I would definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a natural baby soap without a long list of ingredients.

Wupzey Waterproof Food Catcher Bib

Wupzey Waterproof Food Catcher Bib, Blue Stripe, BeginnerThe back DOES peel off of these bibs. We wash all of our bibs in a mesh bag to keep them from sticking to clothes. This one peeled after ONE washing. What a waste! We'll stick with pricier bibs that do what they are supposed to and don't leave little bits of plastic on my infant.

I'm a bib user. I have a 3 year old and twin 8 month olds. This bib is terrible. Like other reviewers have mentioned, the waterproof backing comes off after a couple of washes. It just started to peel off. I didn't even wash them in the machine like I believe you can.

I recommend you pay a little more and go with the Bumpkins. You won't be disappointed.

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I bought this bib as I wanted another bib with 'food catcher' and didn't want to pay for another babybjorn one. It has been through the washing machine only on a couple of occasions as it has been mainly wiped clean and I am too finding the backing on the bib is peeling away. The variety of colors is good but I wont be buying another one!

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I wash these suckers like crazy and they don't fall apart. I accidentally dry them, and they still don't fall apart. The fit is good, they are lightweight and move around with the baby, and I actually thing I prefer these to the bumkins ones I have, although I really like those too.

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Bought this over a year ago and it still looks new. Fits well and cleans even better. A must for any giraffe lover out there.

Revolution Foods Yo'Drops Strawberry Banana-Rama 1.25 Ounce, 5-count (Pack of 4)

Revolution Foods Yo'Drops Strawberry Banana-Rama 1.25 Ounce, 5-countSeems a bit devious for them to say there is no added sugar, when on an ingredient list I find "evaporated cane syrup." A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.

My picky eaters love these I'm so happy to find a snack that they will eat and I feel good about giving them. Great portion size as well...thanks yo drop makers!!!!Revolution Foods Yo'Drops Strawberry Banana-Rama 1.25 Ounce, 5-count (Pack of 4)

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The yogurt drops are so small it will take your child a while to eat them. They are great for outtings (no so great at home can be messy if dropped). This snack will give you some time to enjoy being out and no fussy toddler to deal with. The taste is bland but my toddler loves em.

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Prince Lionheart Formula Mixer

Prince Lionheart Formula MixerI sure wish I knew about this before I was on baby #3. I wandered across this at Babies 'R' Us. No more leaking bottles as you try to shake powdered formula with water (and just get lumps!). About 4 seconds of this blender right in the bottle and milk is TOTALLY blended. Doesn't spatter, even in small (4 oz) bottles; easy one-hand operation (while bottle is sitting on counter and baby is in the other arm!). Then just rinse the end and set aside for next time. On button has both pulse and on (I only ever use pulse because it's that fast). Takes 2 AA batteries.

My husband and I LOVE this mixer we first used the Munchkin one, but didn't like that you had to constantly hold down the button to make it work, with this one you just flip the switch and it stays on. We use this to make a big batch of formula for the day (daycare mandates we have all bottles pre-made for the day) and it works well. I like that it helps mix the formula and that there are no clumps left so there is no need to shake the bottles when you're done so I know the nutrients are distributed evenly/correctly. This is worth the money!

**After 2 months of use, though, the first one we purchased broke not sure how/why, but the mixer came out of unit when we were using it, so we have since purchased a replacement. Hopefully this doesn't happen again.**

*****EDIT: Now the second one has broken as well it starts making a very high pitched whining sound and then the "mixer" comes out of the "base" while you're using it (while it's turned on) and all we're doing it mixing powder formula and water in a mixing bowl we are not touching the sides or the bottom of the bowl*****

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Believe it or not there is a correct way to use this item. Yes, it's true, it does leave bubbles, however, if you read the literature about how to prepare formula bottles correctly you will see that you should prepare the bottle and put in the fridge for an hour to settle. I breatfeed/formula feed my 4 1/2 month old son & have never had any problems because I prepare his bottles this way. I feel that shaking is more messy and in the long run who needs another mess....aren't we busy enough. :-)

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I got this as a baby shower gift they bought it at BRU. I wanted to get a second one and they don't sell them anymore. I ended up buying a Munchkin mixer.....and it is horrible compared to this one. I was so happy to find this online!! I would recommend it to any formula using momma's.

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I bought this based on the reviews and I'm overall happy with the purchase. We recently had to switch our baby to a rice starch formula which is thicker and therefore much harder to mix by just shaking. We're also using the Playtex Drop-In bottles, so we can't mix in the bottle...I don't know if that makes the difference, but the only problems I can see is that it does splatter if you don't have a tall enough cup to put it in and it makes alot of foam and bubbles. It will get all the lumps out though which is what I wanted it for.

So the conclusion: If you want a small mixer to get out all the lumps and cut the time of preparing bottles, this is for you. Just watch the foam and find something deep enough to make sure you don't get the little splatters it will create.

The Sili Squeeze - Leaf Ultimate Sili Pack: 4oz Original Sili Squeeze & 6oz Sili Squeeze with Eeeze

The Sili Squeeze - Leaf Ultimate Sili Pack: 4oz Original Sili Squeeze & 6oz Sili Squeeze with EeezeThis has been absolutley a life saver! I was able to use the rest of the home made baby puree i made for my daugher. she was wanting to feed herself, with whole foods, but the sili squeeze has let me use all the rest of the stuff i made, and i can take it wherever i want. its been perfect!

one of the lids of this item is in a + so that the child chews or bits contents out rather that sucks. Well my son was not interested in this at all as it was too difficult to access the food.

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We are so happy to have been referred to these pouches, we used to go through 1-2 disposable fruit pouches a day. Now I fill them will applesauce, smoothies and yogurt!!

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Sili squeeze is a good product, but not great. Here's why: 1) too expensive. I bought a set that included the 4 oz and 6 oz with different nozzles (one was free flow and the other one was spill proof but you had to bite down to open the nozzle). For the set it cost me just over $20. 2) the bite-down nozzle (the one with an "x" cut) was impossible for my 12 month old son to figure out. So I gave it a try and I couldn't get it to work either. As a result we only use the nozzle that is free flowing, however when the son gets playful he flips it upside down and pour it out on the floor. Other than these 2 downsides, the sili squeeze was good. It's well-made and easy to clean.

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Earth's Best TenderCare Chlorine Free Baby Wipes Refills, 30-Count Packages (Pack of 24)(720 Wipes)

Earth's Best TenderCare Chlorine Free Baby Wipes Refills, 30-Count Packages(720 Wipes)Received these as a shower gift for baby no. 4 (so I've seen some wipes in the past!). I'm using cloth diapers and wipes, so almost gave them away, but decided to take them on vacation and try them out since laundry facilities were harder to come by. These wipes are awesome! They don't have any sort of smell, chemical or otherwise, they're very very soft, and after having used them on his face, hands, and diaper area, Mr. Eczema had no issues. I bought the travel size in bulk since I'll still use cloth wipes almost all the time, but these are super for when we're out or when laundry falls by the wayside.

We love the Earth's Best TenderCare Chlorine Free Baby Wipes themselves and give them 5 stars

BUT when you buy them using this bulk offer you get the travel size packs which do not thread when placed in an existing wipes container, ie: when you pull one out the next one does not follow it and then you are stuck trying to get the top of the wipes container off and then trying to find where the wipe starts all whist trying to keep your squirming baby on the changing table!

We would buy these wipes again but not using this bulk travel size offer.

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A great price for some great wipes! They do not tear easily and i like

that these are good for the enviorment and chlorine free which is important to me. I suggest you get an extra 15% off by getting them

shipped every month or two..we do that with the Earth Best baby food

jars and that has been a life saver. This is good price for 720 excellent

wipes.

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I love that these are non-toxic and the size of these packages is perfect to keep in your purse or diaper bag without adding too much weight or bulk. I normally use the Lansinoh wipes, but bought these to use while out. Only negative for me--For some reason the wipes leave a foamy residue when you use them (which dries quickly). I'm not crazy about that since it seems the excess liquid and "soap" make diaper rash more likely and also make me uneasy about using to clean the baby's hands and toys since he'll put them in his mouth. Even though these are non-toxic, I do wish there wasn't so much residue for him to potentially ingest.

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my only complaint is that these are a little sudsy. but they are very very soft, like pampers sensitive wipes. i am happy to use a product that is safe for the environment.

Beech-Nut Tender Golden Sweet Potatoes Stage 1, 2.5 Ounce Jars (Pack of 12)

Beech-Nut Tender Golden Sweet Potatoes  Stage 1,  2.5 Ounce JarsTimely shipping. great price my son loves his sweet potatoes. the consistnency is really good for this stage 1. stage 1 is definitely the way to start out

green sprouts 4 Ounce Sprout Ware Snack Cup, 4 Pack

green sprouts 4 Ounce Sprout Ware Snack Cup, Girls, 4 PackI purchased these particular storage cups for their size, interchangeable lids, and their eco-friendly/human-friendly construction material. I intended to use them to store homemade baby food for daycare, but unfortunately, they are not air tight. They leak anything liquid or pureed applesauce, pureed pears, rice cereal, etc. I tried different cups and switching the lids, but had the same results with all. Also, I just purchased these so this was the first time using them (it's not like I've been using them for a while and they were worn out).

I'm sure they make great snack containers for dry items (Cheerios, Goldfish), but they are not as functional as I expected and needed. Also, note that these cannot be microwaved. I could not find this information anywhere online, but it's stated on the packaging.

These are cute (we like to mix and match the cup and lid colors), handy for transporting all sorts of snacks and meals, with tight, screw-on lids. And very inexpensive for a "green" product. We have been using them every day to send food to day care for my daughter or take snacks in the car. They last longer if not put in the dishwasher, so we wash them by hand. After a few months, the blue ones seem to get a little discolored on the inside, but the others still seem fine. The plastic gets a bit brittle after many uses and washings, and so a couple of the older ones have cracked when dropped and had to be replaced. In all, we bought 3 packs of these when we started solid foods, and we still have 8 or 9 left in good shape that we continue to use regularly after 7-8 months.

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I needed more small food containers since we make our own baby food. I like the majority of our green sprouts products so I was happy to see these snack cups. I wanted the 4 oz size. Now, after a few weeks of use, I wish I had purchased a different brand. The lids are not easy to get back on. And since the containers are made out of vegetable product, they easily soak up the pigment of the food that they are holding. I'm not really sure if I can get these containers clean. (We don't have a dishwasher; we do everything by hand.) Plus, I'm not sure how long the containers are going to last even though we DO hand wash them. (The package says that they stand up to 10 dishwasher cycles.)

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I am a huge believer in packing snacks in little containers rather than plastic bags. For a long time I have been waiting for something lightweight, easy to open, and easy to clean. I finally found it in these containers. They are lightweight and won't weigh down your purse when full. They are super easy for the kids to open (the lids twist off) and don't leak because it is easy to tell when the lid is on. They rinse and wash easily (you can't put them in the dishwasher, but honestly, I use them so often that it is easier to give them a quick wash and be done). Also, when you take the lid off, it fits perfectly under the cup as a little holder--so the cup doesn't slide around. Pretty cool. Try these out if you are up for giving alternative options a try!

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this is the perfect size for my baby's meals. I try to make some of my own food so I take out a few frozen cubes, place them in one of these containers overnight for the next day. a great size for snacks on-the-go as well.

OXO Tot Plate for Big Kids

OXO Tot Plate for Big Kids, AquaI thought it would be great because we buy a lot of OXO stuff and are always happy. This plate just feels like a plastic plate. It scratches extremely easy (the first time we used it with an oxo fork). Size seems ok. Fits well enough on tray. Love the green color, just not well made compared to the other oxo stuff.

The Original Art of CureTM *SAFETY KNOTTED* Butter w/white flecks - Baltic Amber Baby Teething Neck

The Original Art of CureTM *SAFETY KNOTTED* Butter w/white flecks - Baltic Amber Baby Teething Necklace - Butter w/Jewelry PouchThe item I got looks nothing like the pic. I emailed them and their response is that is not possible as they only take pics of the actual item I will get. Well I did not get anything close to the actual pic. My necklace is VERY clear and transparent sorta like polished acrylic. The color is too uniform to be a genuine amber necklace that is ancient and created by nature. Every chip should be unique. I have studied and studied before making this purchase. According to their website and the pic of the item I was going to receive an amber necklace full of succinct acid which is the main reason to buy this necklace. The whiter the amber the more acid that is in it. The clearer the less acid and will be useless for its purpose. If I wanted a pretty necklace for my baby that would be fine but I needed it for it healing properties

Let me say first of all that I have never been, and will never be into, the healing powers of crystals and that sort of thing. That being said, this really works. My little girl has now cut her all 8 of her front teeth, and is now working on her molars, with very little to-do about the whole thing. Also, days when I forget to put it on her, there is a noticeable difference. I was very concerned about it being a choking hazard, but it is so short that she doesn't really notice that she's wearing it to put it into her mouth. I do however take it off of her anytime that it may get really wet or dirty, reason being that I am afraid the integrity of the string would be damaged.

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i bought this for my daughter when she started teething. i noticed an immediate difference within 2 days. she slept better and was not as crabby during awake time. i for some reason took it off when we went on vacation (i assumed she was done teething since she was so happy), but on the first day without it she was back to being crabby and miserable. as soon as we got home i put it back on her and within 48 hours she was happy again. i was really skeptical about it working, but i will be the first to admit i was wrong. it really helps her and it looks beautiful as well. i have not had any issues with it coming off or her pulling on it. it's very well made and we love it!

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My daughter is a horrible teether. Her teeth take forever to come in, she slobbers like crazy, and is just downright grouchy. Within 24 hours of putting this necklace on her, her shirts were not wet from slobber any more. The entire time she's been wearing it, she's not had anywhere near the fussiness or drooling usually associated with teething and she's currently getting 6 teeth at once. Yes, 6.

No need to worry about swallowing the beads if the necklace breaks. The string is knotted in between each bead, so the most that can come off at a time is a single bead. This had been a huge concern for my husband, but he felt much better when he discovered the knots.

Our first necklace broke after almost a month of wear. The necklace pulled loose at the clasp, so I wasn't able to fix it myself. Probably not something that happens often I have lots of friends who have these for their kids, and they've never once had an issue. Props to Amazon and the retailer, though. They replaced it, no questions asked, and paid for return shipping. It was as painless as a return could be.

I only wish I'd had one of these five years ago for my son!

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It has been like night and day since he got his teething necklace. I was skeptical, but, I'm a believer now. I waited until he was one, and while it was obvious he was teething going forward, it was never the harrowing pain and drooling he had before. I docked it a star because the color wasn't quite so light as the picture made me think it was (but, it wasn't dark, or anything). I'm sorry if that's nit picky. Don't let it deter you from getting this, though, because the lighter the amber the better, and this is the lightest one I found!

Hamilton Beach 59755C Bebe Hand Blender

Hamilton Beach 59755C Bebe Hand BlenderI was shopping around for alternatives to the expensive Baby Bullet food making system, and stumbled across this item. It is low-cost but a high-quality hand blender. The beaker is a super bonus feature, and was what sold me on the blender itself--because you really could just buy any stick blender, but the beaker with spout makes it really convenient for blending baby food and pouring into trays. Plus I love the color! And it's easy to wash--the blending arm detaches and just needs rinsing. Plus, it comes with a 5-year warranty. Awesome product!

So far so good. I bought this specifically for pulsing wheat grass powder drinks and it works well. It has 2 speeds but almost too powerful for my weak juice based drinks as even in the big plastic mix cup it sloshes out pretty good. My only complaint is that it gives off that "electric mixer smell". Maybe it will go away after more use and more heating up of the insides over time? A big plus is that shaft is metal, as well as the mixer head shield at the bottom, it is not simply metal colored plastic. It took a few seconds to figure out how to connect the shaft to the mixer (I thought it was broken when I took it out of the box and tried to connect it), but once you figure out the push-in and twist of the shaft, its a no brainer after that. The shaft cleans easy and you can leave the mixer plugged in where you want it and just detach the shaft for cleaning. I was able to make SNOW CONES with this by filling the plastic cup with crushed ice from the refrigerator and pulsing it in the cup. Makes a nice fluffy snow for snow cones, teething babies, etc.

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This is the best blender ever. I was a bit hesitant considering the pricebecause most time you get what you pay for, but this is a great find. It is so powerful! It pulverized the 6 serving meat and lentil dish -within 1-2 minutes!! WOW! It is comparable to the high end hand blenders in terms of performanceprobably better. The yellow color looks cutebut it may not be for everyone and it certainly was not a deciding factor in my purchase. It is very easy to clean! No fussy parts, no crevices. It is very easy to handle, and feels very substantial. NOT FLIMSY AT ALL. I did not have the heating or smell issues that some other reviewers cited, but then again I did not need to use it very long in this instance. GREAT PRODUCT!!

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I bought this with the express desire to make mayonnaise right in the jar. My old blender (a wedding gift) died after 19 years. It is so powerful I have to use the lower speed. If you don't work quickly the stem and blades get hot and breaks your emulsion. I love the BPA free cup that came with it. It was real handy for whipping cream for pies at Thanksgiving, and storing the leftover cream in my packed refrigerator!

I docked this one star because I have to agree with other reviewers that the motor smells horrible when in use.

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I make a lot of different soups and this is perfect! It was a great price and more powerful compared to the other hand blenders that I was looking at (at the time). Mine was not the yellow color that is in the picture.

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Thermos Ice Mat, 6 Cube

Thermos Ice Mat, 6 CubeI bought this to use in my lunch bag and they work great. They are flat, so they don't take up much room either in the freezer or the lunch bag. They were still cold after an eight-hour day.

I bought several of these at the start of the school year, figuring that if I got even a few months out of each one, they'd be worth the price. Well, now at the end of the school year, I'm still using the first one I opened no leaks, no problems. It's survived a year of daily lunch box use, as well as use on the weekends. The 6 cube mat slides in nicely in the Vera Bradley lunch tote, and works just as well in a Pottery Barn lunch box with plenty of room to spare.

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My old Blue Ice packets were inadvertently thrown out by my movers, so I came here looking to buy some new ones. As I was looking around, I noticed these Thermos Ice Mats, and thought, hey, that's new and looks pretty cool! I ordered 2 of the 6-cube mats and 2 of the 9-cube mats; I also purchased a Blue Ice pack just in case these didn't work out.

My initial impressions of the cubed mats were mixed. I really like how they are able to be folded around an object, however, the individual cubes are filled with waaaaaay too much water. They have soooo much water in the little pockets (with no air) that the plastic is stretched to maximum capacity and it feels like they are about to burst. This is bad for a few reasons...

1. Water expands as it freezes, need I go further?

2. Unlike the Blue Ice packs that are filled with a water mixture that stays cold longer than just water, the Thermos "cubes" are filled with water.

3. Folding a packet around an object is impractical when the individual cubes have so much water in the them.

4. The cubes are rounded so you are unable to have a great deal of the cold surface area be in contact with your items.

5. If something jabs the cube when it's stretched out so much, it has a MUCH greater chance of rupturing. Think of blowing up a balloon with just a little air, and then tap it with a fork. The fork will just push the balloon into itself. Now, blow that same balloon up to where it's just about to burst and tap it with the fork. Chances are pretty high that you just popped that balloon. That same principle is going on here. Thermos could really solve a good many problems with this product if they'd just decrease the amount of water in each cube a little.

I froze both mats, put them in my lunchbox and went to work (FYI, my Blue Ice mat was the same relative size as the Thermos mat.) At the end of the day, the Thermos mat was melted and cool, while the Blue Ice pack was still half-frozen. I think the reason the Thermos mat was still cool was because it was in the box with the Blue Ice. Regardless, I was stunned at how poorly the Thermos mat performed.

On the second day, one of the cubes on the Thermos mat ruptured. On the third day I used a different Thermos mat and a cube on that one ruptured as well. On the fourth day, I threw them out.

The last Blue Ice packs that I had I used for YEARS, and had little problems with them leaking. Every now and then one might leak, a little, but it wasn't to the extent that I'd have to throw them out since they would stop leaking and I could still use them. I think it wasn't so much of a leak, but rather, some blue dye would eventually work it's way through the heat seams and get on something that made it look worse than it actually was. This is not an issue for me because it's so minor that it's almost not worth mentioning.

The Blue Ice packs are SIGNIFICANTLY more durable, you can even feel it in the thick plastic vs. the thin plastic of the Thermos mats. **Also, and this was new to me, but when I got my Blue Ice pack, I noticed that the dye they are using in them is MUCH lighter in color and is now a gel instead of a water-like substance.** For the last 20 years or so they've been that same deep, dark blue that everyone knows, but now they are a very, very, faint baby blue. If it were much lighter it'd be clear. So, for those that didn't like getting the dark blue ink on themselves if/when they leaked, that's not really an issue anymore. It's a good change.

Anyway, I'm not saying you should buy Blue Ice packs, but I am saying don't waste your money on this junk. I read the reviews about these leaking and thought people were rough with them, but no, they really are just that bad. It's a shame too, because there's really only 2 things Thermos needs to do to dramatically improve these ice mats, and it's exceedingly simple. Implement some quality control on the amount of water that goes into each cell so they are all the same and not filled to 110% capacity, and use a slightly thicker plastic.

**If you really want to stick with this same type of product and stay away from the Blue Ice chemicals, Flexi Freeze makes some ice cube packs that are MUCH better. They have the same amount of water in every cube, they're not overfilled, and the plastic that they use is tougher. All-in-all, everything that I've said Thermos needs to do to improve their product, Flexi Freeze has already implemented. You also get way more for your money.**

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It turns out that I still had one of these packs left in my freezer when I threw the others out that were leaking. I'm a long distance runner and after a run I ice my knees for 20 min. I decided to give this ice mat a try in doing that and I have to say, it worked quite well. I still keep it in the plastic case, which I hate, but I know if I take it out it won't be long before it starts to leak. So yeah, even though it does work well for icing body parts, a 99 cent bag of frozen peas does the same job, if not better, and won't leak. Even though I have a new use for this product, it's still a 5-star concept with a 2-star implementation.

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A well-made ice pack. Seems to be sealed well, and though I haven't owned them long I am hoping they will last longer than most freezer packs without leaking or breaking (which tends to happen with cheaply made packs.) The design is great for most lunch boxes, but the 6 cube pack is fairly small, so you will want a few of them at least, or perhaps some of the larger versions as well. (I initially ordered 1 6-cube, and 1 9-cube for a lunch box scenario and found myself severely lacking in cooling power and needing to pick up a couple more.)

I would currently recommend this product to anyone needing some ice packs, and I will update this review if anything changes.

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I pack this item for my son's lunch box. Despite sitting at the bottom of lunch bag without anything disturbing it, it leaked during firs time use. I ended up returning it.

Mr. Potato Head Jumbo Pack

Mr. Potato Head Jumbo PackMy kids really didn't like this toy I think there were too may pieces of certain types (arms and hats) and too few ears and noses for them to create different people and have fun. (FYI there were only two ears in the entire set).

Our two-year-old son loves experimenting with all of the different pieces in this set, putting arms where the head should be, ears where the nose goes, etc. Since there are three potato heads, it's like a little family, and he can mix and match. Very cool toy. One note: if your child is prone to swallowing small objects, or you don't like toys with lots of small pieces (although that's half the fun for children, handling these small objects with their little fingers) you might want to wait until your child is at least three before purchasing this. But as long as you keep an eye on your child, it should be fine.

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My 3 year old loves this. Classic and lets him be creative. There are so many items included in this particular pack; it's a great deal. I have fun playing with these, too! Nice that it includes 3 bodies (1 smaller sized), so a few children (or grown-ups!) can join in the fun.

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WOW! What a set! Two big Taters and a Tater Tot! Bunches of accessories, male and female, including pirate gear! Bought this for the church nursery, and it's a favorite there.

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What a great toy. Fun to play with for hours at a time.

BONUS: The kids like it too!

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Sprout Starter Organic Baby Food, Butternut Squash, 3.17-OunceMy 7 month old girl doesn't eat much solids because she is still breast fed. She gets solids occasionally and this one she likes. She eats solids only once a day so, I open it late in the day for either lunch or dinner the first day and again for breakfast the next day. We are still skipping solids 1 day since she gets all the nutrition she needs from nursing. The pediatrician says that will change soon as she continues growing but to definitely nurse as long as you can.

I liked this for my daughter because it was very simple and sweet. She loves it! BUT, it's watery, so I have to add quite a bit of baby cereal to get it to a good consistency. It's like soup when it comes out of the package. Not a showstopper, just letting you know it's not really one of those great-for-diaper-bag, eat straight-out-of-the-package type baby foods.

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Baby loves it. He has horrible formula because of a milk allergy so we use this for flavor and works great.

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My go-to baby food brand. Tyler Florence has created an amazing product with Sprout foods. Quality is superior and I even enjoy the taste! ;)

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My kid loves it! We use it sometimes to complement meals, and as a to-go snack. It's virtually mess-free and a great alternative for the apple snack-pouch.