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Back to School Educational Toys: a Review & Giveaway

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Imaginative play is such an important part of early learning, so I always make sure to have educational toys on hand for my homeschoolers. My boys especially loves sets that allow you to build and create. Two great examples are Magformers and the science kits from Thames & Kosmos. I'll share our experiences with these toys, and then you can enter a giveaway from our sponsors! You can also enter more "Back to School" giveaways in this hop, organized by Review Wire Media and Chatty Patty's Continue Reading

Edushape’s New Wooden Toy Collection + a Giveaway

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I think most of us probably played with some type of wooden toy in childhood, and so they are undeniably nostalgic. But those days aren't gone, because many modern parents are turning to classic wooden toys for their little ones to grow up with. That's why I'm so glad to share with you that one of my top picks for children's toys - Edushape - has introduced a new line of products. We received Edushape's Sort-a-Truck and Dilly Dally Snail to review and share with you this Continue Reading

SprayStand Cloth Diaper Shield Review and Giveaway

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Cloth diaper super fans tend to gloss over the reality of dealing with messy diapers. But it's a real thing that holds many families back from ever trying them. So thank goodness for tools like diapers sprayers and shields. They are considered by some to be absolutely essential to their success with cloth diapers. This June, I was given the chance to try out a complimentary SprayStand by SimplyImagine. Here's their story, as shared with me by Trent:  "Our family wanted to use cloth diapers Continue Reading

Wink Training Pants Review & Giveaway

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You never know how long the potty training phase will last, so it pays to find affordable cloth training pants from the very beginning. Today, I'm going to share with you a brand Katie and I both had a positive experience with: Wink Diapers. We purchased a couple of the new organic bamboo trainers to try out on our toddlers (ages 2 and 3). Basic features of the Wink trainer: Waterproof thermally bonded PUL (or TPU) outer Sewn-in organic bamboo terry inner lining with 2 layers of Continue Reading

Nicki’s Overnight Training Pants Review & Giveaway

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There are now two different styles of washable trainers from my affiliate, Nicki's Diapers - the daytime pants (reviewed here) and now a new night time option! Nicki's Overnight Training Pants feature: A waterproof outer A built-in microfiber layer for absorbency A fleece lining to keep your toddler feeling dry A separate foldable 2-layer bamboo insert A retail price of $14.00 Size options of Small (16-21 lbs), Medium (22-30 lbs), Large (30-38 lbs), and X-Large (34-45 Continue Reading