My son loves those fruit and veggie melts! We have a handful for snacks or while out and about shopping. It's an easy and healthy alternative to the real thing, we is of course preferred but not always possible ;-)
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Gerber Graduates Fruit and Veggie Melts, Truly Tropical Blend, 1-Ounce
My son loves those fruit and veggie melts! We have a handful for snacks or while out and about shopping. It's an easy and healthy alternative to the real thing, we is of course preferred but not always possible ;-)
Sesame Street Table Topper Disposable Stick-on Placemats with Reusable Pop-up Travel Case - 50 Count
Pros:* The dimensions of the placemat is 17.5 x 12 I just mention that because I didn't see it in the description above.
* There is adhesive on all 4 sides. I bought a pack of these from a local store, and they only had adhesive on 2 sides. This is a nice option if you need all 4 sides. Also, the adhesive is fairly sticky but my 13 month old can pull it up when she wants to!
* Nice bright colors!
* Competitive price. I saw a count of 20 at a local store for half this price...so you get @ 10 more placemats for the price when you buy the lot of 50.
* Pop up dispenser is nice but a little bulky. I think the measurements on the Amazon description page must allude to this box...its roughly 8x5x2. I didn't receive a resealable bag...I did when I bought them locally with no pop up box. The resealable bag is nice if you only need a couple and you have a small bag. The pop up box makes it easier/faster to open/close.
* These are plastic and I don't believe you can decorate them if you wanted. Instead, you could bring a coloring page (or get one from the restaurant) and color on top of this one, then eat off of this plastic one.
Cons:
* The only tricky thing is getting the place mat down with the adhesive part exposed when your child is grabbing or batting at it. Its no big deal.
* I don't know if this is a "con" or not, but I only got the "blue" place mats even though the picture also shows yellow.
I've had several people in public comment on the great idea and ask where to get them.
I recommend this product I've reloaded!
Amazon will hear about this! And my credit card company too.
TOTALLY DISHONEST!! Buyer BEWARE!!!
Skip Hop Zoo Melamine Plate and Bowl Set
These are great dishes for a toddler. The biggest problem with most melamine kid's dishes on the market seems to be durability. I've tried a couple different brands only to end up with cracked plates or bubbling, peeling decals etc. after very very short periods of time. So far the Skip Hop dishes are proving to be much more durable. I haven' t noticed any scratching, fading or bubbling of the images, even washing daily in the dishwasher. They are also heavier than most dishes and actually feel sturdier. Since I don't care to buy new dishes and add the old ones to the landfill duarbility and longevity are very important to me.Other pros for these dishes are that they are a nice size for toddlers. The bowl is perfect for cereal or soup. The ladybug and other patterns are also really cute. My two year old loves them. Additionally they are BPA free. The description on Amazon's website is not clear about this, however the manufacturer's website provides this info.
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I was really impressed at the incredible quality of these plates and bowls. Here's why I love them:1) They are pretty much the cutest sets of toddler plates and bowls I have seen. Truly, I don't think the pictures do them justice. They are adorable!
2) They are made of a much heftier plastic, which is heavier but not too heavy for my toddler to lift. This heavier construction means she isn't chasing her plate around her high chair tray when eating it stays put.
3) They are perfectly designed with the toddler in mind. The bowls are deep and wide meaning it is fantastic for toddler yoghurt, soups, cereal, porridge, etc. She is able to completely finish the food in this bowl without needing my help to scrap down the sides or the bottom she can reach it herself. The plates are wonderful for a picky eater (like mine!) who doesn't like her food to touch. The two separated compartments are deep without being "too deep".
4) My toddler seems to enjoy eating more with this set. That may or may not be a fluke, but since getting these adorable plates mealtime has becomes less of a power struggle. She likes eating to reveal the faces!
5) They (so far!) are holding up very well in the dishwasher. No cracks or peeling faces.
My only criticism with these plates and bowls is that they are not microwave safe, but really for all the other benefits, I haven't really noticed. I just use a different plate to heat up the food and transfer it over! A great purchase you will notice the superior quality, I am sure.
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This plate/bowl set is absolutely adorable. It seems to be made of good quality and has colors that are really vibrant. It's also big enough for toddler/preschooler use. I took off 1 star because it is not microwavable.Want Skip Hop Zoo Melamine Plate and Bowl Set Discount?
I bought this set as a gift. It is as cute in person as it is online. The bowl and plate have some weight to them which I think would be beneficial for kid use.
NurturMe Organic Baby Food, 8-Count
I've been one to study labels on food packaging that I plan to consume, even more so now that I'm a father of two young ones. Prerequisite: No hydrogenated oils, high fructose, or preservatives. There are a few other ingredients but these are the main offenders.I was pleasantly surprised when I recently read an article on NurturMe baby food. The article linked to their site , so I spent some time perusing to learn more about the brand. For one, I thought the packaging was super appealing and a wonderful idea. Simple packets vs. glass jars, right up my alley. Secondly, I wasn't too keen on "quick dried" foods, but did some research on it and quickly found that through this method, the food maintains it's nutrients with no preservatives needed...passed my test. After ordering a few packets of each flavor (pea, squash, sweet potato and apple) on NurturMe's site, I received them a few days later and had both my babes try them out (5 mo and 26 mo's old). I used my wife's breast milk to reconstitute the sweet potato for the youngster and water for my elder babe and figured apple was a good start since he's a big fan. After pouring the contents of one packet into a small bowl it didn't appear there was much, however, after mixing it with the water and breast milk it turned into quite a good serving size. The first thing that really jumped out was how rich and vibrant the flavor of the food was a great indicator that there's no preservatives. The smell was also right on target, as if I'd just sliced a sweet potato or apple. I gave it a try myself and said, "hmm, good stuff." I then gave the apple to my son and just let him get after it. After turning around from providing my daughter with the sweet potato, my son had literally gobbled almost every last bit of apple. The sweet potato would have been taken care of in the same way had my daughter's dexterity been at the level of my son. GREAT product.
Hearty Sweet Potatoes contain organic sweet potatoes, organic maltodextrin, organic corn starch, sunflower lecithin.
Plump peas and crunchy apples contain 100% peas and 100% apples.
The peas and the apples were the first products I tried from this company. The baby loved them and I loved the ingredients. I thought I would try the other products so I ordered the carrots and sweet potatoes. To my surprise and disappoinment, when they arrived, I saw that they contained ingredients that I was not pleased with. I wrote Nurturme and asked why they put maltodextrin in their products unnecessarily and they responded, The organic maltodexrin in our products is derived form organic corn. Maltodextrins are manufactured form starch and are extensively used as an emulsifier in foods.
They are included in our foods because they are binding agents that are used when our foods are dried. Like starch, most maltodextrins are easily digested and used for energy in the body." So, while the carrots and sweet potatoes are probably fine, they did not contain ingredients that I wanted to feed my baby. The biggest issue being that this information was not included in the product description on amazon.
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I'm not one to write reviews, but the sweet potato was so disgusting that it is worth mentioning. It was not bright orange, but rather dark and it smelled and tasted like burnt sweet potatoes. My 7 month old, who is not by any means a picky eater, was repulsed by these.Read Best Reviews of NurturMe Organic Baby Food, 8-Count Here
This product contains a triple whammy of nutritionally-void fillers: maltodextrin, corn starch and lecithin. Maltodextrin for example, is harmful to teeth, has a high glycemic index and can trigger allergic reactions.Want NurturMe Organic Baby Food, 8-Count Discount?
nom nom nom.....my daughter is in love with all the NurtureMe foods, she loves the peas and we gave the sweet potatoes a shot and she was hesitant at first but after a few bites she finished the bowl with no problems.. This makes a happy mom. I was a bit doubtful since they don't smell or look pretty but knowing I am giving my daughter a good Non GMO organic product I tried them and success. I will say the Sweet Potatoes are not her first choice so, since she is eating more I love to mix them with the bananas....that makes them more delightful. NurturMe is great overall I love that you can mix the food thicker or thinner, these work out great if you have a picky toddler you can hide the veggies in spaghetti, mac-n-cheese, I like to sprinkle them on pb&j my boys have no clue I love being a sneaky mom.
Infantino 50 Count Squeeze Pouches
These homemade baby food pouches are wonderful! I bought the refill pack only and used a piping tip and ziploc bag to fill them. It was doable, but kind of a pain. I will probably purchase the squeeze station next time. It takes long enough to make baby food, especially when you're taking care of a baby at the same time. I don't want to spend extra time trying to figure out how to pipe it into the tiny spout just to save a few bucks.I had been doing the ice cube tray method for storing my batches of homemade baby food, but they take too long to defrost on the go. Even then, the baby food containers kept exploding in my diaper bag (fun!). These are awesome on the go I just grab one from the freezer, pop it into my diaper bag, and it's generally defrosted by the time I need it. If not, I can run it under a hot tap or ask for a cup of hot water.
Definitely purchase these at Babies R Us for half the price shown here. (I disagree with a previous reviewer giving the product only 1 star because the price is bad here; the product is 5 stars the price is 1 star.)
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A adore these food pouches. At first I was set on getting reusable ones (I don't love the waste and bulky top) BUT at .$33 a piece, it was the cheapest option when it came to making A LOT of food all at once. They are also the only pouches I've found that are completely transparent. Using fresh organic produce, they ended up pricing out almost the same as Plum Organics ($1.50/pouch) but nothing beats the fresh factor!!One noteI am a very crafty person, ...a foodie with a VERY well equipped kitchen, all matter of pastry bags, tips, basters and injectors ... I have the patience of a saintDo yourself a favor and BUY THE DAMN FILLING STATION. It saves a TON of time, and even though it can get a little sloppy, trying to figure out your own method without it will be more frustrating, and I can guarantee, A TON MESSIER. I hate having another random gadget like this in the kitchen, but it was totally worth the $25.
LastThey freeze well. I thaw in warm water. They say DO NOT MICROWAVEI of course tried, but wouldn't recommend it. The spout and top edges become ridiculously hot after only a few seconds. The top 1/4 inch actually started to boil and the rest was frozen solid. They also say DO NOT REUSE. I tried, again, not worth it. Hard to safely clean and dry, and it stays kind of crinkly.
OhThe top spout doesn't seem to be a universal kind of thing, SO, if you are going to spoon feed out of them, buy the Infantino spoon attachments. THe "BOON SPOONS" which fit Plum Organics do not fit.
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I originally bought reusable pouches for my homemade purees but as expected they were hard to clean. Bought these thinking I would be filling them like the reusable ones (slit at the top so you can spoon in the food) but it turns out they have to be filled through the spout you eat from. Didn't feel like buying the Squeeze Station which seemed like one more thing to clean and take up space, so I figured out I could fill them w/a turkey baster. I've heard of others using food grade syringes as well. Took longer but I set aside a few hours every so often to make large quantities of food anyway so a few extra minutes wasn't a big deal. Overall these are really cute and convenient for feeding while out and about. I will continue buying them and using my method for filling. I would recommend these.**Update-after using my method of filling on 3 different occasions I broke down and bought the Squeeze Station and I'm glad I did. Isn't as big as I thought it would be so I can easily store it in the closet. Takes a lot less time to fill the pouches and isn't very time consuming to clean. Overall I love the whole Infantino system. Also bought the spoons to go with the pouches and they are awesome. I have 2 other brands of pouch spoons and these are the best...the hole is much bigger so it's easier to get the food out. Others I have the hole is small and only very runny foods will come out of them.
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These are perfect for carrying water when training and running. The only downside is the large size lid but I know these are swallow proof for children so that is far more important than my requirements.Save $0.01 Off
Little Tikes Count 'n Play Cash Register
I've been looking for a cash register for my almost 2 year old daughter for a while, partially because I loved playing with them as a kid too. I went with this one since ToysRUs always seemed to be sold out of the one I liked. I was concerned about some of the coins being choking hazards mentioned in another review. My daughter usually doesn't put things in her mouth but after a few weeks of having this toy I did see her putting the small ones in her mouth so aside from having to watch her carefully when playing with this, the toy fits our needs for now. Some of the plastic doesn't seem very sturdy and my daughter hasn't dropped it yet but overall the toy has held up. Is it a perfect toy? No but is it the worst? Definitely not.
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The coins jam in the back of this thing. It's a pain to try to get them out and I'm sure there is a much better comparable product out there.Read Best Reviews of Little Tikes Count 'n Play Cash Register Here
I bought this for my little granddaughter who is 2 years old, and she loves it. Her older sister who is 4 also enjoys playing with it. So it's been a winwin toy for both of them.Want Little Tikes Count 'n Play Cash Register Discount?
My daughter loved figuring this cash register out. She puts the coins in then pulls the lever to let them out. She also likes to swipe the credit card to release the money from the register. I liked that this toy had an educational element by having 3 different durable coins to sort and play with.Save 13% Off
Tinydiner Placemat in Blue
I read all the reviews before purchasing this Tinydiner placemat and was unsure if it would lay flat or curl. I've used it 5-10 times already and it works great. It folds up in itself for easy travel and wipes clean with baby wipes while out. I've used it on countertop, granite and wood surfaces and the suction cups work fine. My little guy eats his food off it and likes to point to the pictures on the mat. When I get home I don't store the mat rolled up, I let it lay open in his closet with the rest of my diaper bags (I don't want to promote curling!). I highly recommend you buy this!
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Like the product, easy clean up, allows for less touching of the dirty restaurant tables. I was a bit disappointed that we found the same product at a cheaper price at Toys R Us.Read Best Reviews of Tinydiner Placemat in Blue Here
We saw a Mom in a Restaurant with one and We knew we had to have one for our Baby Girl. It is very good and easy to clean up. The baby can spill things and the tray will catch it all. Then just, wipe it off, roll it up and put it in Diaper Bag. Quick shipping.Want Tinydiner Placemat in Blue Discount?
This is a great product instead of getting the disposable mats. It's easy to clean and portable. I always have it in my son's diaper bag. You save money with this product.
Earth's Best Organic 2nd Antioxidant Blend Apple Butternut Squash, 4 Ounce Jars (Pack of 12)
Wonderful baby food. I generally make all of our baby food from organic produce from farmers markets. However, when on-the-road, I feel safe giving my son Earth's Best jarred food. They are organic, non-gmo, and don't have sugar or salt added. The Apple Butternut Squash is his favorite!
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This is one of our daughter's favorite flavors. She devours it. I love the Subscribe & Save option so I don't have to think about re-ordering it. 5 Stars!I received the pumpkin apple instead of this product. The only mix-up I have had using Amazon grocery. They were very cooperative and gave me a product credit. It worked out alright as my son loves the pumpkin apple and the whole line of "seasonal" blends for that matter.My daughter loves this one. If she has a day when she doesn't want to eat anything. I know that she will always eat the apple butternut squash and the sweet potato with cinnamon.
Kidsme Food Feeder Replacement Sac (Large size) (2 per package)
These Replacements fit very well and are easy to switch out, The capacity is a little less than I had hoped but way better than the mesh feeder.
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My experience with the mesh feeders is that my grand daughter was able to chew a hole in the mesh. Most importantly is that the mesh never seemed to get clean! No matter how much I scrubbed it, the seams always held food particles that would not wash out.The silicone is super easy to clean. You can see every nook and cranny, and you KNOW its sanitary for your baby to eat from.
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We really like this product at our house. After hearing horror stories of time spent cleaning out fruit from the mesh feeders, we thought we were going to skip feeders altogether. However, when we found this one we thought we would give it a try. My son LOVES it. My only criticism is that it doesn't hold a lot of food, which is okay because it probably wouldn't fit in my son's mouth if it held too much more.Want Kidsme Food Feeder Replacement Sac (Large size) (2 per package) Discount?
I am really impressed with the feeder and these replacement sacs. My little one loves to feed himself, but there are some things he just can't, such as apples though he loves them. This is perfect to give him his independence as well as sanitary and easy to clean.Save 7% Off
Mommys Helper Juice Box Buddies Holder for Juice Bags and Boxes, Colors May Vary
Excellent... they work great and are of good quality. Easy to clean too. I use them for the smaller Motts Juice Boxes, and my kids can't squeeze the boxes anymore and make them overflow. (Other juice boxes don't fit as well, ie, the minute maid juice boxes are too long and skinny). The handles help my 17 month old hold the box. HIGHLY recommend these... I can't find anything comparable in any stores or online. Also, they shipped fast!
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Works ok for drinks. Would be nice if it had a little strap of some kind attached over the top to keep child from pulling the box out. Read the description as the picture is deceiving, you will receive ONLY ONE JUICE BOX. They can be bought for less at other stores.This is a great product that is so hard to find in local stores. My son will spill his juice all over without these juice boxes. I bought two which came in green and blue and love them!! No more messy clothes or spilt juice to clean up. They hold most boxed drinks and are very easy to clean.Want Mommys Helper Juice Box Buddies Holder for Juice Bags and Boxes, Colors May Vary Discount?
I purchased 2 of these last week and even at $2.00 each I paid too much for them. The plastic chips very easily and the design is very plain. It certainly did not fit many different types of juices. The really small juices fit but rattle around in there. The Motts juices don't fit in there. And even juice pouches are a tight fit.