Happy Heinys Cloth Pocket Diaper giveaway

When I found out I was pregnant with Shae one of the first decisions I made was to cloth diaper. I'm happy to say that she is almost 2 years old and I'm still at it and still loving it.

I've tried many many brands and styles over this time and have to say that thanks to Itty Bitty Baby Bunz, Happy Heinys are one of my recent faves. I'm loving the fit, the stretch, the soft inner fleece and the vibrant colors.

To see my comparison of the Happy Heinys sized Pocket and Happy Heinys One-Size Pocket cloth diapers come over to LookWhatMomFound.

You'll also see that I'm having a giveaway for the Happy Heinys sized Pocket cloth diaper. Check out all the chances you have to win a diaper of your own.

BooginHead SippiGrip

Does your little one love to throw everything ? Do their sippy cups always end up on the floor or ground ? Have you had to chase a sippy cup down a aisle of the store while shopping or even while pushing the stroller. While in the car do you have screaming toddler because they can not reach their cup. If you answered yes, then you need the the SippiGrip ! SippiGrip is a is durable, washable and has a unique grip material for a strong hold. SippiGrip grips your child's cup, bottle or toy for a secure and safe fit!

I am not sure why my toddler thinks if he is in the shopping cart or in his stroller he MUST throw his cup constantly. I can not tell you how many cups we have lost !

As you can see in the photo of my son in his stroller the SippyGrip works great ! We went to the zoo on Mothers Day and it was so nice not to worry where his cup was and it was always in his reach. I also always take the SippiGrip to the grocery store and attach his cup to the cart.

To read my full review and for a chance to WIN a SippiGrip & BinkiGrip Visit HERE !

Does Your Carseat have Side Impact Protection? Recar Signo Does.

Have you heard the buzz about Recaro carseats? Recaro is a seating expert. Not only do they specialize in Child Safety Seating, they also design motorsport seating! I felt that if they could design a seat that would assist in the safety of drivers going at immense speeds, imagine what they could do in regards to child safety!

The thing that sells me on Recaro carseats, like the Signo my son is sitting in, is the Side Impact Protection! Not all carseat have this. But the Recaro Signo has energy absorbing headwings and mid-section support, as well as structural support for their hip and thighs. That's great to know, since so many children are injured during a side impact collission. Plus, it just makes the seat more comfortable! When my son falls asleep, his head no longer slumps over! it helps him sit more appropriately, which looks more comfortable and safer in the event of a collission.

Recaro makes two convertible seats, as well as a toddler seat and boosters. The two convertible seats are the Como and Signo. So, what's the difference? Well, I love that the the Signo has an infinite adjustable headrest. The Como has 5 headrest and harness positions. And while both convertibles come with latch mini connectors, the Signo has an additional latch bar which makes the switch from rear to forward-facing easier.

If you would like to read more about my experience with the Recaro Signo, please visit the Mom Buzz and read my complete review.

You can view a demo of the Recaro Signo here: Recaro Signo Demo.

This is solely the opinion of the Mom Buzz. Other people may have different experiences with the product.Thank you RecaroKids.com for providing a seat to review.

Top Baby Names in the US

Emily has been on top for many years as America's top girl name and Jacob is still holding the title for boys for the 10th year in a row . This year Emma has taken the reigns for the girls.
This year each gender received a new name to the top 10 list.
According to the Social Security Administration the list for 2008 goes something like this.

Girls

1. Emma
2. Isabella
3. Emily
4. Madison
5. Ava
6. Olivia
7. Sophia
8. Abigail
9. Elizabeth
10. Chloe (new addition)

Boys

1. Jacob
2. Michael
3. Ethan
4. Joshua
5. Daniel
6. Alexander (new addition)
7. Anthony
8. William
9. Christopher
10. Matthew

How many Michael's do you know? Honestly I can't think of any, I do know a couple Christophers though. Olivia as always been a favorite of mine so I'm not surprised to see it on the top 10 list. What influences your name choices? Do your children have any of these names?

Summer Party: Gr8X DiaperBag

What’s more inconvenient than trying to change a diaper when you’re on the go? Zoos, parks, playgrounds, amusement parks don’t always have comfortable or clean places to place your baby. The Gr8X Baby Traveler Deluxe Diaper Bag has solved this problem in a fantastic new way.

Designed in Australia, GrbX bags incorporate the trends of the season yet ensure that innovation, function and quality remain the key criteria so that customers can continue to rely upon the brand. The gr8x range continues to expand and now has expanded into other exciting product categories such as our popular stretch swaddling wraps, a new luxurious foot muff and patented self inflating feeding pillow. The Gr8X Baby Traveler Deluxe offers an ingenious all-in-one diaper bag and changing pad that is different from all the others. This bag folds neatly into itself with lots of pockets and pouches but retains a stylish look with sleek colors/patterns.

Check out all the other features Gr8X has included with the Baby Traveler Deluxe:
Features:
· Machine washable (Deluxe models only)
· Adjustable backpack straps (Deluxe models only)
· Organized pockets that hold everything you will need to change your baby, including a large rear pocket
· Removable stroller straps
· Adjustable shoulder strap & briefcase style handle
· Soft, removable and machine washable change mat (spare change mats also available as separate accessory items)
· Insulated bottle traveler
· Drawstring bungee cord for a wrap or small blanket
· Mobile phone pouch
· 2 year manufacturing warranty
Dimensions:
· changing area L89cm x W33cm
· Bag closed H36cm x W39cm

We used our bag recently for a day full of shopping. The internal changing pad came in really handy for those times that changing tables weren’t available. I was able to use dressing rooms with ease and privacy. Diapers and wipes are easily accessible when the bag is open so there is no reaching around searching for exactly what is needed. The pockets are large and plentiful enough store diapers, wipes and a change of clothes and all the other necessities for your little one. The included stroller straps came in handy so the bag could easily be attached and kept out of the way when not needed. I was also able to store my baby carrier in the bungee strap on the outside of the bag. This left the stroller basket free for purchases. Gr8X has added many details to the Baby Traveler Deluxe so that it truly is an all-on-one diaper bag. Here is Rob wearing our awesome Burnt Orange bag.

WIN @ the SUMMER PARTY
Gr8X is giving a Summer Block Partygoer the chance to win a diaper bag of their choice. Follow the rules on how to enter below and put your entry(ies) into the form!

VISIT Gr8X subscribe to their e-newsletter and then tell me what bag you must have!

EXTRA ENTRIES: To receive these extra opportunities for entries, you must fulfill the first REQUIRED entry above. But for extra entries, you can:

• Add LookWhatMomFound to your Twitter and Tweet the contest. Leave the Twitterlink.
• Blog about this giveaway with links back to LookWhatMomFound and Gr8X
• Grab my LookWhatMomFound button OR add LookWhatMomFound to your blog roll
• Add the Summer Party button on your site.
  

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Contest Ends May 30. Winners will be announced on all host’s sites and contacted via email. Contest open to U.S. residents only.

For more chances to win, visit:
Life In A House Of Blue
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Playdate Picks

Coco Bonbons unique clothing for kids

I love when my kids look good, who doesn't. Coco Bonbons is a clothing line that produces high quality, whimsical and unique clothing for children. From classic seersucker suits for boys to floral rompers and swing dress for girl, you are going to find sweet clothing for children infant to school-age.

Here's my big boy Shaun is a button-down and plaid short but it's not stuffy or dressed-up. The shirt was soft and silky and the shorts were lightweight with muted colors for a mature look. He's a tall kid but this outfit is going to fit well into summer, fall and possibly spring for the shorts.
If you know me you know my love of cupcakes so of course she is wearing a dress from Coco Bonbons' Josie collection. It's got gorgeous details of ruffles and a cherrie and a cupcake applique. The matching bloomer peeks out the back when she walks or bends to pick flowers.

Want to win an outfit from your favorite Coco Bonbons collection. Come on over to LookWhatMomFound for the details and also to find out how to get extra entries.

Baby Eggi gift pack giveaway

Baby Eggi is not only the premier spot for fabulous baby and kids clothes they have a commitment to making the world a better place for our children. Trendy graphics teamed up with quality materials make for comfortable, gotta have clothing that every kid will love to wear. That makes for happy parents.

Founders (and sisters), Jennifer and Julie come from high-demand and high-stress backgrounds in fundraising and fashion. Using their children and the desire to work together they teamed up and Baby Eggi was hatched. They knew they wanted to do more than design clothing though. Working with Artists for a New South Africa and Kids Courage Foundation, both non-profit organizations, Baby Eggi donates 20% of their net proceeds to these children’s charities. With prices ranging from $12-$36 and always cute things on sale this is a designer line that is reachable for all not just their celebrity client line up.

Come on over to LookWhatMomFound to see my own little models of Baby Eggi gorgeousness. Also come see how you can get your hands on some Baby Eggi for yourself, I'm having a giveaway for a Baby Eggi gift basket, there are lots of chances to win!

Parents Magazine Cover Contest

Do you have a cute kid? I do, I have 3 cute kids actually. Wanna show them off to the world? Here is your chance. Parents magazine is hosting their annual Parents Magazine Cover Contest. There are 2 age categories, 3 months-2 years and 2 years -6 years. When you submit pictures of those adorable kiddos you’ll also be entered into a sweepstakes to win $10,000.

Get to work, the contest entry period ends June 24, 2009. Photos must be taken within the month of submission for those under 1 year and within 3 months of submission of those over 1 year of age. For full contest rules and regulations visit the Official Contest Rules page.
I have to get to work on picking some pics to submit.

Dapple - Green. Clean. Baby-Safe.

Dapple is a line of natural-based cleaning products for households with children. Dapple products are baby-safe and baby-specific - using ingredients found in nature that are also proven to tackle unique baby cleaning challenges, from dried milk on bottles to sticky fingerprints on toys.

Do you wash your babies bottle, cups, dishes or even toys and they just do not seem clean or still have a smell or even a film left on them ? If so you need to to try dapple ! Dapple was created with input from leading pediatricians and a team of chemists with expertise in green cleaning technology, each one of their products are specially formulated to solve a different baby-related cleaning problem, with natural-based ingredients that are baby-friendly and designed to address the specific issue at hand.

To read my full review and find out where Dapple can be purchased visit Life In A House Of Blue.

WETT GIGGLES

I know three little boys that LOVE Wett Giggles. Those little boys belong to Susan (Life in a House of Blue) and Me (the Mom Buzz). Wett Giggles are cute Nail Brushes and Toys that are trapped in natural, glycerin soap. The more you use the soap, the faster those cute little buddies get free! And the soap is HANDMADE, one at at time, with essential oils and shea butter.

The soap smells SO GOOD! We have Horatio and Hamlet - little frogs in Watermelon Soap. Horatio is a simple, cute squeaky toy once he is free. And Hamlet is a nail brush. The boys are still trying to free him! Horatio was freed within 9 days or so. The boys were thrilled!

Susan's son has the duck pair, Juliet and Ophelia. Juliet is a duck toy in an orange scented soap. Ophelia is a nail brush trapped in Lemon Essential Oil Soap.



There are so many scents and characters to choose from. You have to check it out! Plus, you can purchase soaps from the Wett Giggles line with Nail Brushes or with Toys Only, when you have a real little one. Plus, currently all soaps come with a soap dish!

WIN

Wett Giggles is giving one PlayDate Reader a chance to win a Wett Giggles Soap of their choice. To enter, visit Wett Giggles and tell me what soap is your favorite - other than those 4 mentioned above!

EXTRA ENTRIES:
To receive these extra opportunities for entries, you must fulfill the first REQUIRED entry. But for extra entries, you can:

• Add PlayDate Picks to your Twitter and Tweet the contest.
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• Subscribe to PlayDate Picks via e-mail or RSS feed. (See right sidebar)

Contest Ends April 22nd. Please read complete rules.
Contest is over. The winner is number 52 - Beth.

Fill In The Blankie

Are you looking for a unique one of a kind gift for your child or a special child in your life ? If so, look no more ! Fill In The Blankie personalized baby blanket from Sonya Bebeblankee makes a great gift for any occasion from a baby showers, Newborn Gift , Baptism & Christening Gift, toddler and birthday gifts and even holiday gifts.
The blanket I received is a great size at 30x30 which is a perfect size for newborns on up ! The blankets are made of 100% cotton with satin edges and are super soft ! You can personalize blankets with up to 200 characters . Your message will be embroidered around the 4 satin edges. Your messaging on top of dozens of fonts, thread colors and blanket styles/colors ensures that your truly gifting a personalized baby blanket that's truly "one-of-a-kind".

Visit Life In A House Of Blue to read my my full review and what I had embroidered on Bryce's blanket. While you are there enter to WIN An Embroidered Blankie Customized By YOU !

C.U.T.E. Baby Name Gifts

There is a new company out there that has your baby’s name written all over it. Almost literally.

C.U.T.E Baby Gifts specializes in creation of personalized, one-of-a-kind artwork using your baby’sname. Paint, pencils and a splash of artist’s talent result in beautiful name plaques that you can frame and enjoy for many years to come. This is one baby gift that is destined to become a keepsake.

The name or nickname of your choice is spelled out in colorful block letters on 11x14 artist’s board, with a symbol representing each letter. Each gift is unique and educational, as it teaches the child to spell their name and beginnings of the alphabet. So next time a baby shower or birthday comes around, don’t get another outfit or stuffed bear, give them a Colorful, Unique, Thoughtful and Educational baby gift from CUTEBabyNameGifts.com

This is the gift the parents (and they baby) will never forget. To order please visit http://www.cutebabynamegifts.com/

Here are some samples of the beautiful work

Child to Cherish-Keepsake Baby Gifts

When you become a parent, you find yourself thinking about all the milestones and precious moments you will have. It is an incredible experience being a parent and of course, you want to cherish every moment of it.

Thanks to Child to Cherish, you can find incredible keepsake baby gifts for your child or that next baby shower you will be attending. A Block to Grow On is just one of many beautiful items you can find for almost any occasion created by Child to Cherish.

To read more about Child to Cherish as well as a discount code for your order, visit For The Love of Baby!

MallyBibs: Stylish, Leather Bibs

I hate cloth bibs. They get ugly and stained after one use, it seems. I used plastic ones, but they are almost ALWAYS made in China. So then I have to keep an ear and eye out for recalls. But, there is another option. MallyBibs. These are leather bibs made in Canada! If something falls on the leather, just wipe it off! No stains! And there are so many other cool things about owning one.

1. It is reversible, with a catch pocket on the other side
2. They are so stylish that it is even okay for toddlers and preschoolers to wear
3. It is magnetized so you can hang it on your fridge
4. You can easily adjust the magnets in the tabs so that it can fit the chubbiest or tiniest of babies!

Honesty, no other bib compares! This is totally a favorite of the Mom Buzz!

Win:
You can WIN a MallyBib from the Mom Buzz. Simply head on over to the review post and follow the contest entry requirements!
Contest ends March 17th.

BabyMel X2 Diaper Bag

I found that it can be hard choosing the perfect diaper bag that fits you and your child. When you have your second child, it seems to get even harder. That's why I am so glad to share with you the BabyMel X2! It is this AWESOME 2-in-1 diaper bag. Put items for child #1 in one bag. Put items for child #2 in the second bag. Carry them both with one shoulder strap. If your hubby takes Child #1 on a fun trip, while you take Child #2 in a different direction - just separate the bags and go on your merry way. The bags come with an extra Shoulder Strap (with built in stroller strap) just for circumstances like this.

Both bags have wipe-clean liners inside, to easily clean up spills. They come with a changing pad and have an insulated side pocket to hold sippies or bottles! Plus, they come in a gorgeous selection of sleek colors. Red/Black (my favorite), Black/Black and Sand/Black.

Win:
Currently, there is an opportunity to win a BabyMel X2 in Red/Black. To enter, visit the Mom Buzz. This contest ends March 7th, 2009.

EarCheck

What is Earcheck ? EarCheck Middle Ear Monitor accurately and painlessly detects the presence of middle ear fluid, a key sign of an ear infection. Used by pediatricians for years, EarCheck helps you determine when your child might have an ear infection and allows for more meaningful conversations with your child's doctor.
How Does it work ? It uses gentle sound waves to accurately and painlessly detect the presence of middle ear fluid, a key sign of an ear infection.
Easy to use: You hold your child's ear up and back, stick the tip into your child's ear, just like an ear thermometer, and push the scan button again
There are then 3 color-coded levels:
1 - green = fluid unlikely
2 - yellow = monitorr
3 through 5 - red = consult the Doctor


My Youngest son has had 2 double ear infections in the last 2 months. Both times he had no symptoms. With the first one he went to the Dr. for his well check and that is when we discovered it. They 2nd one was when we went to the Dr. to make sure his ears had cleared up and we realized that his medication did not work and he still had the double ear infection. A few days after starting his 2nd round of medication I received the EarCheck and I checked his ears right away. By then his medication had started working and it read 2-yellow (monitor) and a few days after that it read 1-green (fluid unlikely). That was a great sign that this time the new meds were working. Since he seems not to have symtoms when his ears are infected I plan on checking him regularly with the EarCheck. I think my favorite feature is that it is so easy to use in your own home anytime. I wish I would of had this for my older kids when they were smaller !

The EarCheck would make a great baby gift for any new mom !

The EarCheck is available online at www.earcheck.com. It is also available at Babies R Us and WalMart,Target and Walgreens

Retail Value is $49.95

Etsy Find - XY Factory

In honor of my sister being pregnant my Etsy Find today is preggo belly related.

Who says you have to wear moo-moos when you’re pregnant. Rockin’ clothes should be available for the rockin’ mom. XY Factory has those rockin’ styles for mom-to-be. With the shocking burst of red, the Skull Tunic is sure to turn heads. Of course I can’t leave out baby. Is he going to be a skater boy or a green friend to the environment. There is something for everyone! Check out XY Factory for funky fashions for the baby bump and beyond.

Ambajam Mini Cuddle

Ambajam makes the softest baby blankets ever. I want one just for me! Their mini cuddle is the perfect lovie. The small size makes traveling easier since it doesn't take up as much space in a diaper bag, and you don't have to worry about dragging it on the ground! They also make the perfect doll blanket.

Besides blankets, Ambajam also makes fun and colorful clothing. Their bright colors and patterns are irresistable! If you want a chance to win a mini cuddle, be sure to enter my contest for a tangerine orange and pink one!

My Baby Can Talk

I started to teach my daughter to sign when she was just an infant, because I wanted to be able to understand what she wanted! She used to sign "more" all the time, so I knew when she wanted more food, more play, etc. Now she signs "food" all the time. As a mom, that is so nice to know when she is hungry. I don't have to guess why she is fussing.

My Baby Can Talk is a great fun video that teaches kids to sign. The recommend it for ages 10 months and up. For more details or to enter to win a copy of this, visit my post on My Baby Can Talk on my blog.

Baby Rock Apparel

I have to say, Baby Rock Apparel is a PlayDate Pick! Both Susan and I love the styles available for little rockin' boys! And there are so many sassy options for girls too! Whether you are looking for a skull baby hat or a so-soft-so-hip tee, Baby Rock Apparel has something cool for your child!

They have a range of sizes from baby to 8T. So there is no excuse to be dressing your child in bunny and teddy bear outfits all the time! Here is some Buzz about Baby Rock Apparel.

Cherish Thy Father girls tee--oh so cute (and hip!) Kate would love it :)
- Nicole

The shirts are cute, but OMG, the shoes! The skull slip on ones are my favorites. And ohhh, I've never seen those socks before, the Baby Boy Socks - Assortment #2. I've seen the prissy Mary Jane ones and boys' loafer-looking ones, but never the ones featured there. Those are ADORABLE.

- Reiza

Now, visit Baby Rock Apparel and find the perfect style for your child. After all, you know your child is cool. Show the rest of the world.

WIN:
Right now you can win a shirt from Baby Rock Apparel if you enter at Life in a House of Blue or the Mom Buzz. Go and enter before the contests are over!
Life in a House of Blue: Ends February 15th, 2009
The Mom Buzz: Ends February 20th, 2009