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Sprig Toys Study

July 16, 2009 by

My kids love toys that they are able to take to the beach so when we had the chance to do a analyse of Sprig Toys we jumped at the opportunity.

Sprig Toys came into existence after three designers went to visit the factories that turned their computer renderings into real toys. Once they saw how the toys were manufactured they realized the surrounding environment was being harmed by their toy production. Devastated they vowed to make toys the right way so in 2007 Sprig toys was born. Sprig Toys are battery free, paint free, kid powered, eco-friendly toys that allow kids to use their imaginations and explore a whole new world. I really like the fact that not only are Sprig Toys safe for my kids they love playing with them inside as well as outside.

Bee and Butterfly who are the creators of Sprig Hollow designed all the farm vehicles with water resistant materials which make them very versatile vehicles for the water, sand and dirt. The Dunebug Sand Truck has a built in shovel, rake and bucket and the Dragonfly HeliScoopter can be used to scoop up dirt or sand and the landing pad turns into a sand sifter making these perfect for outdoor use. Sprig Hollow was designed with outdoor play in mind but can be used inside as well. My kids love the Sprig Hollow set and can’t get enough of the cartoon like characters and big wheeled vehicles. Looking for toys made by a company who cares about Mother Earth? If so take a look at Sprig Toys.
Want a chance to win a full set of Sprig Hollow (Farm, Sand Truck and Heli-Scooper sets)?

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Your entries must follow the rules or they won’t be eligible for prizes. This contest ends 11:59 pm, Sunday, August 2, 2009. Winners will be announced and emailed and will have 48 hours to claim prize. This contest is open to US residents.

 




Kickboard USA G-Bike Analysis

July 14, 2009 by

One phase of growing up that Rob dreads is teaching the kids how to ride their bikes. While it’s an exciting and liberating time for the kids it’s an exhausting and strenuous time for Rob. Running up and down the street holding on to the back of a bike is no fun.

We are trying something new with Shae. Kickboard USA sent us a super cool G-Bike to get her started with learning balance and coordination. She’s been trying this out for about a month and LOVES it. She wheels around the house and even ventures outside with it. She hasn’t grasped the concept of gaining lots of speed and lifting up your feet but she does call it her bike and races with the other kids down the street as they ride bikes, scooters or skateboards.

 


Assembly takes literally minutes; handlebars on and away you go. Its lightweight (3.85lbs) and micro design make it small enough for her to tote around without struggle and its low profile allows her to climb on with little help. What I like especially about the G-Bike is its clear wheels; it allows Shae to wheel around the house without fear of marking up the floors or walls. The steering wheel is adjustable from 17.7 “to 20.5” and the seat adjusts 11.8 to 15.75” making this the perfect foot bike for toddlers age 2-4. I’m a bad parent and kept forgetting to get Shae a helmet this is why she spends most of the time riding in the house. I definitely recommend a helmet not just for kids but for everyone.
Mastering the balance of biking is a big deal, once they have that, kids are on their way to a world of independence. The g-bike is a perfect match for early learners, perfect for those who are still too little for traditional tricycles or scooters. Let the g-bike grow with your little one till they graduate to a “big-kid” bicycle.

Kickboard USA was founded on Wim Ouboter’s need for a quick way to travel a short distance in Zurich. Over the years he and his partner Hans-Peter Bolliger came up with a compact 3-wheeled design that is recognizable today and known as the kickboard®. By the end of 2000 more than 9 million scooters had been sold. Kickboard USA has added other cool products such as scooters for little kids, bigger kids and adults plus helmets and the tiny wonder G-Bike.

Want to win your own G-Bike ($140 value) from Kickboard USA. LookWhatMomFound…and Dad too! readers are getting the chance to win not one but two g-bikes. We will have 2 winners for this contest. Visit Kickboard USA and tell me what other cool product would be a great fit for yours or your child’s life.

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Your entries must follow the rules or they won’t be eligible for prizes. This contest ends 11:59 pm, Tuesday, August 4, 2009. Winners will be announced and emailed and will have 48 hours to claim prize. This contest is open to US residents.





Spunky Sprouts cool shopping and GIVEAWAY

July 9, 2009 by

Spunky Sprouts is the go-to place to shop for a modern child’s lifestyle. For babies and children from birth to six years old, there are plenty of treats for Mom and Dad too.
“SPUNKYSPROUT.COM is also the best place on earth to find exceptional, must-have lifestyle gifts from Europe and America for the sophisticated family!”


Home furnishings and baby gear and bedding are among some of the cool categories you can find at Spunky Sprout but there is so much more behind the trendy designs and contemporary gifts. Spunky Sprouts is dedicated to helping children in need. Reach the Children is a non-profit organization that provides underprivileged children opportunities for self-reliance by strengthening families and communities. We accomplish this mission through a community development approach, incorporating elements from our areas of focus: AIDS Prevention, Education, Health, Micro-Enterprise, Orphan Care, and Water & Agriculture. We strive to empower the people of Africa, so they can build a brighter tomorrow. Spunky Sprout is donating 100% of the proceeds of these items to Reach the Child.


The Spunky Picks are the monthly must-have products. These things are picked clearly for their coolness factor. Spunky Sprout is giving LookWhatMomFound…and Dad too! readers a fabulous 30% discount on any of the Spunky Picks by using discount code LWMF30 at checkout. For a limited time Spunky Sprouts is also offering free shipping on every order no matter the purchase total.

As a fantastic bonus you can win a Fei-Fei Panda Furry Backpack ($48 value) from Spunky Sprouts right here at LookWhatMomFound…and Dad too! Sized for ages 2-5. Perfect for crayons, coloring books, juice, and everything else a tot needs for a busy day. Fei-Fei has one large interior space and an interior pocket. Padded back panel and padded straps.

Visit Spunky Sprouts and sign up for their e-newsletter AND tell me which Spunky Picks product would be a fantastic gift for someone special in your life.

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Your entries must follow the rules or they won’t be eligible for prizes. This contest ends 11:59 pm, Friday, July 24, 2009. Winners will be announced on this post and emailed and have 48 hours to claim prize. This contest is open to US and Canada residents.




Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler Analysis

July 7, 2009 by

Looking for that perfect panini maker that turns into a griddle as well that can be used for breakfast or dinner? If you answered yes then you need to run out and get the Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler.
The Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler is a multifunctional machine that can make paninis, hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken as well as sausage, pancakes, eggs and much more. Simply change the cooking plates and adjust the floating hinge to use the Griddler as a grill, a panini press, or your choice of an extra-large double open grill or griddle.

 

Below are some of the Griddler’s product features:

 

    • Contact grill, panini press, flat grill and griddle

 

    • Removable, nonstick grill and griddle plates

 

    • Cooking plates drain grease for healthy cooking

 

    • Hinged, floating cover adjusts to thickness of food

 

    • Selector knob with “power on” indicator light

 

    • Two adjustable temperature controls with indicator lights

 

    • Brushed stainless steel and cool-touch housing

 

    • Two drip cupsCleaning/scraping tool

 

    • Instruction/Recipe book

 

    • Limited 3-year warranty

 

  • Limited 3-year warranty, backed by the Cuisinart reputation for quality

 

My family and I had a chance to try the Griddler and let me tell you I am hooked. Since we have had the Griddler we have made pancakes, eggs and roasted red pepper, mozzarella and chicken paninis multiple times. We have also made grilled cheese, chicken, burgers and hot dogs. The Griddler is super easy to use and makes cooking breakfast and dinner simple. All you have to do is select “Grill” or “Griddle” then select the temperature, wait for it to heat up and cook, that is all there is to it. My favorite dish that we have made on the Griddler so far has to be the roasted red pepper, mozzarella and chicken panini.

Here is what you need to make the roasted red pepper, mozzarella and chicken panini:

Roll or panini bread
Piece of chicken breast
1-2 slices of mozzarella cheese
3-4 basil leaves (we got these from our fresh herb garden)
Roasted red peppers (either from the jar or you can roast your own red pepper)

The Cuisinart GR-4 Griddler is so easy to use and can be used to make so many different things it needs to be a part of your kitchen.

Cuisinart is generously giving Look What Mom Found…and Dad too! readers the chance to win the GR-4 Griddler for themselves. Visit Cuisinart and tell me what other Cuisinart kitchen item you would like to own or would like to try.

 

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Platinum KEURIG Brewer Recapitulation

July 3, 2009 by

If you read my husband’s site at all you’d know he works a wacky schedule. Some days he’s at work at 4am, sometimes as early as 1:30am. To be able to get up this early he NEEDS his coffee. For a while he was going without until getting to work to have the “stuff” they provide but when that “stuff” got worse he knew he was going to have to do something different. Buying coffee that early in the morning wasn’t always the answer as there are limited resources for coffee that tasted good and running the coffee pot at that time was a NO-NO unless he was going to deal with woken up kids. He found Keurig and knew this would solve his problems. The Keurig is a single-cup brewing system that allows you to enjoy hot drinks like coffee, tea and hot cocoa in less than 2 minutes with no fuss and no mess and better yet no NOISE. We were debating whether to buy one buy in the meantime but Rob diligently entered a blog giveaway and WON from Life in a House of Blue. To say he was psyched was an understatement. I’ll admit I was a bit excited too. Now he wants the mini brewer for his desk so he can have multiple cups of coffee!

The Keurig is a staple in this house. It gets used at least twice a day sometimes more. When we go on vacation in a couple weeks there is no doubt Keurig is coming with us. My parents came over and were so jealous that my mother went out and bought one for my father. He was so excited too. We’ve tested out lots of coffee, tea and hot cocoa flavors and I think we have narrowed down our favorites, Rob likes Caribou Coffee and I like Green Mountain Coffee. Shae even knows what I’m doing once I pull out my mug and starts yelling coffee and doing a slurping sound. One of the very cool things is you aren’t limited to using the K-cups, there is a Reusable K-Cup Filter that allows us to use our own coffee. Now we can grind some Starbucks (at a reasonable time) and brew if we are in the mood or out of the K-Cups (like that would ever happen).

What we like best is how simple and quick the Keurig is to use. In the past we were notorious for wasting pots of coffee because we would brew then get caught up doing other things or leaving the house and never actually get to drinking it. The Keurig allows me to make my serving in seconds where betting our fancy coffee pot takes forever to get coffee measures, water measured, a filter in and the then waiting for it to grind, brew and finish dripping. This is exactly why I never made coffee on the weekdays. Dropping in a k-Cup and hitting the brew button takes seconds. In the time it takes to give Shae her banana, toast waffles for Sabreena and give Shaun a bowl of cereal my coffee is done and waiting for me. I can then sit with the kids and eat breakfast WITH THEM instead of after them.

Here are the actual features for the Keurig Platinum Brewing System ($169.95)

• 5 Cup Sizes: 4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz,
10 oz, & 12 oz * (good for things like cup of soup or other recipes)
• Removable 60 oz Reservoir(largest of all brewers)
• Fully Programable Features (timer is available but never used since it only takes seconds)
• Blue Backlit Display(our nightlight)
• Quiet Brew™ Technology(it is very quiet)
• Award Winning Design (small footprint, no bigger than our old brewer)
• Removable drip tray for easy cleanup or access for larger travel mugs
• Sleek design(modern black and chrome styling)

Are you convinced yet? Are you headed out right now to get your own Keurig? Don’t leave the comforts of your sofa, buy online right from Keurig, in fact buy everything you need including the coffee tea and hot cocoa, there are 100’s of brands and flavors available.

Keurig is generously giving LookWhatMomFound readers the chance to win a Platinum Brewing System of their own. Visit Keurig and tell me what flavor K-Cup or accessory would be perfect to go along with your brewer.

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Baby Signs with Elizabeth program giveaway

July 1, 2009 by

Communication is KEY.
Don’t they say that about everything; marriage, career, friends. What about communication with your baby or toddler? What do you do when they can’t speak, write or read? The Baby Signs® Program teaches babies simple, easy to use gestures for communicating with others. By using motions and mimicking concepts or actions babies are now able to “talk” with parents and caregivers and reduce the frustration felt by all in the past. Baby Signs goes beyond “bye-bye” and “all gone”, your baby can ask to read you to read her a book or for a specific snack without the guessing game of “Why is she crying again”. The Baby Signs® Program helps children develop both language and cognitive skills. Studies show that babies who sign actually develop speech sooner and have larger vocabularies when they do start talking.


I used Baby Signs when Shaun was little and again with Shae. Shaun was a late talker but was always able to ask for a specific snack or drink. Shae on the other hand was a early talker but Baby Signs helped us understand her better and also communicate with others. At the age of 22 months she still uses some signs out of habit even though she can say them perfectly. I love that she can say thank you for a cookie while doing the sign for thank you, it looks so sweet.

Elizabeth Sprague is the mother of 3 boys and a baby Sign Language Instructor in Portland Oregon. Elizabeth was born deaf in one ear, and obviously had an early interest in learning Sign Language. Growing up in the middle of her mother’s in-home daycare and having six siblings gave her a love of being surrounded by children. Elizabeth studied ASL and Child Psychology, but studying the Baby Signsº Program specifically has been the most fun and rewarding. Being a mommy to three perfect little boys! She has used Baby Sign Language with all of them and has seen the amazing benefits first hand, both immediate and the ones that come later. Here is her youngest son Joshua at age 14 months working on his signs.

Teaching Baby Signs classes is a great way for Elizabeth to share this great way for parents and caregivers to have a window into a child’s life before they can talk. She teaches because she knows it works to provide all the benefits it claims to. Some parents worry about it not being natural or possibly delaying speech, but Elizabeth has the research (both professional and personal) to ease those fears and even downright prove them wrong! She wants to share this program with as many families as she can because it makes happier babies, which leads to happier parents and caregivers……. and who doesn’t want to be happier?

The Benefits of Baby Signs®

Families who use the Baby Signs® Program know firsthand that there are many benefits to using signs with their babies. Using the Baby Signs® Program …
• Reduces tears, tantrums, & frustration
• Allows babies to share their worlds
• Increases respect for babies
• Strengthens the parent-infant bond
• Boosts self-esteem and self-confidence
• Makes learning to talk easier
• Stimulates intellectual development

Over two decades of Baby Signs® research has shown that these proven benefits affect different areas of a child’s development. Using the Baby Signs® Program stimulates:
• Social-Emotional Development
• Language Development
• Cognitive Development

Elizabeth and I are so confident that Baby Signs is an excellent tool for your family that she wants to give my readers the chance to win The Complete Starter Kit; which contains everything parents and their babies need for a successful start to signing fun OR the Baby Signs Potty Training Kit which contains everything you need to make potty training fun and easy.


Visit Baby Signs with Elizabeth blog, become a follower and leave a relevant comment on any post. Come back and tell me where to find your comment.

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Cloth Diapering Basics and Happy Heiny One-Size Giveaway

June 30, 2009 by

For my next installment of the Preparing for Baby series I’m going to bring you something that is near and dear to my heart, CLOTH DIAPERING. While I’ve been cding Shae since she was a newborn I’m not an expert in all the types of diapers. My new friend Sherrie with Itty Bitty Baby Bunz has given a short and sweet breakdown of the styles and their benefits.

One of the greatest things about choosing to use a cloth diapering method for your child is all the options that are available to you. You truly get to find a system that works for your family’s needs simply because there are so many styles/kinds from which to choose. Unfortunately, all these choices can be quite daunting for families new to cloth. Here’s a quick rundown of what you will find when you decide to use cloth diapers on your child and a basic guide to help deliver you from the confusion:

4 basic types of cloth diapers to choose from
• All-in-One’s/All-in-Two’s
• Pockets
• Fitteds
• Prefolds/Flats

Benefits:
Needs a waterproof wrap/cover-Fitteds & Prefolds/Flats
Needs a special fastener-Fitteds & Prefolds/Flats
Needs inserts to work-Pockets
Has elastic legs/waist- Pockets, Fitteds & Prefolds/Flats
Easy to clean-All-in-One’s/All-in-Two’s, Pockets, Fitteds & Prefolds/Flats
Fast drying-Pockets, Fitteds & Prefolds/Flats
Easy to use-All-in-One’s/All-in-Two’s &Pockets
Available in colors/prints-All-in-One’s/All-in-Two’s, Pockets, Fitteds & Prefolds/Flats
Daddy/babysitter approved-All-in-One’s/All-in-Two’s &Pockets
Trim fit-All-in-One’s/All-in-Two’s & Pockets
Economical-Prefolds/Flats

And the winners are…..

Economic Award — Prefolds/Flats
At $20 a dozen plus a few bucks for covers and closures (pins or Snappis), you can effectively diaper your child from birth to potty learning for under $400 dollars. (Throw-away diapers can easily cost you this much in 6 months – eek!) NOTE: you do not need to purchase a huge set of covers because covers can be wiped clean during wet changes and reused.

Transition Award – All-in-1’s
All-in-One’s are exactly that – everything you need to diaper your child in one piece. They require no inserts, no pins and no covers to work properly. They are an excellent transition diaper from throw away to cloth.

Convenience Award – Pocket Diapers
With a just a little preparation (stuffing the insert into the diaper), pocket diapers are the perfect solution for busy families where dad, in-laws, daycares and/or babysitters take part in diapering baby. These diapers are easy to launder (quick drying because of the removable absorbent insert) and easy to place on your baby. Since they require an absorbent material inside the pocket to function properly, pocket diapers offer caregivers exciting options. Microfiber inserts can be used for a trim diaper or add a hemp or second microfiber insert for extra absorbency overnight or for heavy wetters. Prefolds, flats, or even microfiber towels all work in pocket diapers as inexpensive inserts. Extra bonus – never have to touch the wet/soiled diaper! Just shake the insert loose into your laundry pail or bag. No ICK factor!


If you have multiple children in diapers and don’t want to deal with grabbing the right size every time they need a change, a One-Size diaper might be a good option for your family. Or, if you have only one child but don’t wish to purchase a whole new stash of diapers each time your child grows, a One-Size diaper could be the answer for you. There are many different brands of One-Size diapers available; however, most of them work using a system of snaps or fasteners on the front of the diaper. These front adjusters allow you to select the appropriate rise for your child and in essence, grow with your child. One-Size diapers will accommodate most children through their potty learning years. What a savings! A wonderful option for the cloth diapering world, though, like any system, there are a few drawbacks. If you plan to use the same One-Size diaper for three kids, you may begin to see wear and tear by the second or third child. This breakdown of the fibers does not indicate poor craftsmanship or bad quality materials, but rather the effects of washing a garment multiple times a week, month after month. A second reason you may not wish to choose a One-Size diaper is due to the bulk factor. Most moms don’t mind to see the adorable waddle of a child in cloth, but some parents don’t care for the way clothing fits (or doesn’t fit) overtop of a bulky dipe. Especially when your child is a baby, there is excess cloth in a One-Size diaper – it’s waiting there patiently for when it will be needed in the coming months.

Whatever kind of cloth diapering system you choose, you can rest assured that you are doing a great thing on many fronts.
• you are reducing the amount of waste your family contributes to our landfills
• you are saving tons of money by not purchasing paper and plastic you will just throw away every few hours
• you are, in most cases, supporting small businesses and work-at-home moms
• most importantly, you are laying your baby’s delicate skin next to soft, breathable, chemical-free materials for 24 hours each day

One of our favorite One-Size diapers are Happy Heinys One-Size Pockets. With been using this one for over a month and it fits like no other one-size we’ve tried before. With 4 size settings and generous stretch in the elastic this diaper is sure to fit from infantcy through to potty training. As with other Happy Heiney’s I’ve used the outer color is vibrant, the inner liner is soft and resists staining and the aplix closure tabs stay flush against the diaper to deter little fingers from opening. A recent design change has added leg casings instead of the traditional fleece roll out at the legs. I love the look of the little fleece peek out but think the casings work better at containing messes. Itty Bitty Baby Bunz is currently reducing their price for the diapers without leg casings to snatch them up before they are gone.

To close out this fantastic Cloth Diaper Basics rundown Sherrie with Itty Bitty Baby Bunz is giving LookWhatMomFound readers the chance to win a Happy Heinys One-Size Diaper.

Visit IttyBittyBabyBunz blog and leave a relevant comment on any post. Come back and tell me where to find your comment.

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Belabumbum Lingerie Evaluation

June 30, 2009 by

It’s amazing how a piece of lingerie can uplift a women’s spirits, especially when it’s made to fit her body perfectly. Belabumbum (Portuguese for beautiful bottom) specializes in lingerie, lounge wear, maternity lingerie and maternity swimwear for women who crave style alongside necessity. College friends Heidi Rauch and Alyssa Weiss founded Belabumbum in 2001 using the inspiration of Heidi’s South American adventures. Using fabrics imported from Brazil and innovative cutting techniques they are able to produce collections that accentuate the female body in flattering ways. Incorporating the South American and Mediterranean cultures and love of color makes Belabumbum different from other lingerie producers. They know how to make women feel beautiful.

Belabumbum particularly stands out in maternity lingerie with fun and flirty designs. Finally, maternity lingerie that looks lovely! Belabumbum believes that women grow more beautiful during pregnancy, and we also believe that pregnancy can be so much fun. Belabumbum’s maternity line encourages women to feel pampered, sexy, womanly, and just plain cool during what is truly one of the most important times of a woman’s life– during and after pregnancy.

 


The best way to describe the Filigree Chemise I’ve been wearing is HEAVEN. The material is silky soft and moves like fluid, the lace design is sweet and the amethyst color is modern. It is super sexy without being risqué so I can wear it around the house and not worry about flashing my six year old son. I’m used to always adjusting and tugging to get the right coverage but I am pleasantly surprised that this nightie fits wonderfully. I was nervous about getting a size large, I didn’t think it would fit the size Ds but was I dead wrong. These pieces are designed for real women by real women.

The maternity collection is what really caught my eye at first. No more dowdy sleepwear for pregnant mamas. Be comfortable and still be CUTE in Bird’s Nest Nursing Babydoll and Pant set with a sweet mama bird looking over her nest of eggs. For the non-preggies you’ll love the bold exotic patterns of Indira and Mata Hari collections and their bold colors and unique details. Keep it green with Bamboo Basics with a racerback bra and thong or girlshort panties, made with organic, sustainable bamboo. Whatever your style or whatever the occasion Belabumbum is going to have that perfect ensemble to make you feel the best you have felt in a long time.

Win a chemise from Belebumbum here at LookWhatMomFound. Take a look around and tell me what other garments you think would be perfect for you and WHY. Would it be for a romantic evening with the hubby or for lazy Sunday mornings or midnight cuddling with that brand new baby.

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Winner Chosen: ESBaby Cloth Diaper Recapitulation

June 22, 2009 by
momof3dolls, July 3, 2009 3:38 PM daily tweet
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I love fluffy butt. Don’t know what fluffy butt is? It’s the term used for cloth diapered heinys since they are soft and squishy and FLUFFY. I’ve been cloth diapering Shae since she was about a week old. We started with fitted and prefolds with covers and have moved all over the cloth world using all different brands and styles.

AIOs are a style that I’ve used off and on with success and sometimes without success. I stumbled on ESBaby and knew I had to try an All-In-One again. What drew me to ESBaby was the variety of styles and customization available plus the adorable traditional design of gathered legs, giving that sweet ruffled look. ESBaby is run by Christine, a work at home mom to two children. She makes a full line of cloth diapering products, including fitteds, covers, AIOS, QuickDry AIOs, wipes, diaper bags and wetbags. She also carries a line of women’s reusable cloth pads. ESBaby carries organic and non-organic options in all of their products and is open for custom orders.

After giving Christine Shae’s measurements her precious lavender fluffy goodness True AIO arrived and I wished women’s underwear could be made with the same plush sherpa that this diaper was made from. The fit was great, the legs and side-snapping wings had great stretch to fit Shae’s chunky thighs with room to grow and the rise was low enough to sit under her belly but still cover her booty. This diaper is thick, not a trim fit but since Shae is what some would call a “super soaker” we need the bulk so a big heiny doen’t bother me one bit.

My particular diaper has 5 layers of sherpa topped with cotton velour plus the inner lining. Christine is toying with the idea of cutting back to 4 layers to reduce the bulk but again I don’t mind it at all. With the extra layers Shae was able to nap in her diaper without any leaking or wicking to her clothing. I’m completely impressed with the craftsmanship and quality of materials.

Want to win your own ESBaby True AIO? Here’s your chance! ESBaby is giving LookWhatMomFound readers the chance to win one of their own. Visit ESBaby and sign up for Christine’s newsletter then come back and tell me what other product you would like to try.

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Winner Chosen: Street Surfing Recapitulation

June 18, 2009 by

Tamara B., June 29, 2009 5:31 PM

I am a follower.

The Street Surfing, LLC. Ripple is like no other skateboard on the street. It’s design requires more of a surfing motion, twisting and turning on a dime with caster wheels that turn 360 degrees and a deck that pivots with the movements of your body. The Ripple offers the same great ride, same great quality and same killer performance as the Wave but with a more compact profile that makes it perfect for younger riders. No matter what board you get the tricks and ride will always be cool.

We haven’t had the chance to fully master the Ripple. We’ve had what seems like 40 days and 40 nights of rain and slick surfaces don’t mix well with wheels. Sabreena was able to take it out the other day and practice getting on and starting out. She’s not very athletic but she got the hang of it in a short time. She obviously needs more practice on turning and steering but she actually enjoyed it and plans on heading out again today. She did mention that the boys in the neighborhood loved it and begged to take turns. The few regular skateboarders got the hang of it a bit quicker. Shaun will no doubt get the hang of it pretty good. At the age of 6 he’s pretty athletically inclined and quite the daredevil; just ask my heart as he’s going full speed down a hill on his bike. Rob, who used to skateboard at a kid, attempted to get on and quickly ditched that plan at the first feeling of hitting pavement.

Street Surfing, LLC is a sporting goods product and lifestyle company that manufactures and distributes The Wave®. Headquartered in Newport Beach, California, Street Surfing, LLC is committed to delivering durable, high-quality Street Surfing equipment, accessories and apparel. They offer a variety of Wave boards for different age ranges and skill levels. The Ripple is built for younger riders with its slim design. The Wave Stealth uses Abec 7 bearings and integrated grip tape for a faster ride with more tricks and the new Wave LX has a wider deck for more stability and new lightweight design. Don’t forget to grab a helmet and pads to ensure not only your kids safety but your own.

Street Surfing, LLC is giving my readers the chance to win a Wave LX ($80 value) or Ripple ($80 value) of their own. Visit Street Surfing, LLC and tell me which one you would like to win and who it would be for. Unfortunetely you won’t have a choice of design.
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