Alex Jr. Bath Toy

I absolutely love this toy, and Victoria does too! She giggles and stomps her feet with excitement when she sees it. This is a wonderful wind up toy that when placed in the water the lobster tail flaps around moving in the water. She loves playing with it so much. We also take this to the pool as well! It is extremely affordable and gender neutral! You can find it at www.alextoys.com for $5.95.

Great Site For Baby Bargains

Check out this great site for daily bargains on great products moms want and need.  I stumbled across this a few months ago and have ordered a few things from the site. I have been happy with everything I have received.  The site is http://babyhalfoff.com.  At Baby Half Off, they offer one amazing deal every day from your favorite companies-just for mom, baby and child! Quantities are limited and once it sells out it's gone.  New deals post at 8am mst.  

The site is constantly searching for great buys for moms and dads who love the best brands for their little ones.  The best part is...no more paying full price! They work hard to score great deals so they can pass the savings on to you.  Most of the products are aimed at children age 10 and under and occasionally have things for mom or dad.  

Go to http://babyhalfoff.com and check it out.  You can click on the blog section at the top and subscribe to receive daily emails on the specials they are running each day.  

Here are a few of the specials they have run the past few days:  

Baby Nari Hip Hugger

Shy Baby Nursing Cover

Bebe Bella Minky Chenille Blankets 

Smart Trike 3 In 1 Trike

Helloooo Mommies!  Sorry we have taken a break on the blog but it has been quite a busy spring and summer.  We have had lots of fun in the sun with our girls.  They both celebrated their first birthday and are constantly doing new things each week.   Needless to say, we are going to try to get back on track and share our fabulous finds with all of you.  

As a first birthday gift, Hannah and Victoria both received this great trike by Smart Trike.  This tricycle gives babies from 10 months on a trustable way of traveling from the early baby ages and grows with the child to the age of 3 years plus.  The Smart Trike is equipped with an adjustable telescopic 5-position steering handle that allows the parent to take control of the trike while the child is learning to ride. It also includes a bottle holder and play phone for the child's amusement.  The trike includes a washable, quality seat cover and a useful bag attached to the steering handle.

When comparing other 3 in 1 trikes, I liked this one most because of the durable wheels.  This is the only one that has wheels made of rubber and not plastic.  I also love the adjustable shade that this trike model offers.  I know we will eventually have more kids so we went ahead and spent more money initially knowing that this model will last longer than the less expensive models.  We travel with this trike frequently and it fits well in the back of our SUV.  

                                            

The Smart Trike is available at toysrus.com for $129.99.  We have the lady bug version and love it. 

The Happiest Baby on the Block

I just got home from spending the weekend with my best friend from college.   I was visiting her for her baby shower.  As we talked during the weekend I recalled this fabulous find for first time parents. This DVD offers great tips for soothing a fussy baby.  If you need a gift for first time parents, this is one that will surely be beneficial.  My husband and I used the techniques from the video and they worked effortlessly.  The video is only 35-40 minutes long and walks you through the steps needed to soothe your baby in minutes.  This is also available in a book as well.  I recommend checking your public library for the video first or using netflix.  The video is available at amazon.com for $17.99. 

Little Scolastic Puppet Book

Victoria just loves this little puppet book! She will start to giggle and laugh as soon as I pull it out of her diaper bag. Again, this is such a wonderful "tool" to have as a mom when travelling. If she is fussy, then I can use this to distract her and she begins to have fun again. She loves to turn the little pages. It is a miniature board book, and the puppet is large enough to fit Daddy's hands as well. Little Scholastic makes other stories as well. You can find this at www.amazon.com for $9.35.

VTech Splash and Learn Duck

If you are looking for a fabulous bath toy that is fun and educational, then look no more. I love this toy from vtech...it's actually one that I can figure out easily! This little duck is water activated, and it moves around in the water while playing music and lighting up. Victoria loves bath time, and this toy especially! You can find it at Babies R Us for $9.99.

Phonics Bus By Leap Frog

While I was at ToysRus this weekend I came across this great toy.  I have been on the lookout for great educational toys and I think this is one of them.  We have only had this for less than 24 hours and Hannah already loves it.  I think this will be a toy that she will like to play with for a long time to come and the best part is, is that it is educational.  

This toy allows little ones to discover the entire alphabet through easy-press letters, 26 learning songs and fun, removable characters that encourage open-ended, imaginative play. With 3 modes of play, toddlers are introduced to letter names, letter sounds and songs that combine letter names with sounds and the "ABC" song. But wait, there's more! Add the characters in and toddlers will be introduced to 3 versions of the "Wheels on the bus" song, 3 raps that encourage physical movement and 3 different instrumental sounds. With letters, characters and fun learning songs this portable bus will be a delight for all!   The bus is age appropriate for 12 months old to 4 years.  

This toy is available at http://www.toysrus.com for $19.99.  

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Leap Frog Learn and Groove Music Table

There are so many toy options out there for you to choose. I always try to find an economical option for toys because it seems that Victoria looses interest after a few weeks. Well not so with this toy. She has been playing with this toy since she was 5 months old, and she still loves it! She will crawl up to it, and get so excited as she plays with it. It's as if she is playing with it for the first time. So if you are looking for a toy that will last, provide educational benefit, and entertain your little one, then this is the toy for you. It is not a cheap toy, but I feel that this toy is worth the investment. You can find it at Toys R Us for $44.99.

Fisher Price Silly Town

A friend of ours got this toy out for Victoria at a playdate she hosted. Victoria really enjoyed it, and a few weeks later I found the toy at a wonderful price. When we got home, and I opened the toy to set it up for Victoria, her eyes lit up! She absolutely loves playing with this toy. Since playing with this toy Victoria has learned "to dance." It is so hilarious that my husband and I still get tickled watching her play with it. This toy can be found right now at Toys R Us on clearance for $20.98....an absolutely fabulous price as well!

BABYBJÖRN Soft Bib

Okay...so another fabulous find from my sister-in-law.  We love this bib!  At first I was not using it a whole lot  since Hannah was so small and the bib was a bit bulky on her, but now that she is getting bigger this bib is the greatest.  This bib is made of safe, high-quality PVC-free, BPA-free plastic that retains its shape while staying flexible enough for comfortable wear.  The bib attaches by snapping together and is adjustable so the bib is able to grow with your child.   The  deep, wide front pocket catches food before it becomes a mess.  Now that Hannah is feeding herself more, she is able to dig into the pocket and retrieve her dropped food.  It is so cute to watch her do this.  On a grosser note, it is also great on the occasion when your child gags on a piece of food and ends up throwing up....the pocket catches it all and makes clean up much easier.  The bib cleans up quickly with soap and water.  I highly recommend this bib for all feeding occasions.  

This bib is available at amazon.com for $9.95.   

Parking Pal Magnet

Check out this fabulous find!  I heard about these first from my sister-in-law, Shannon, and then saw them on another website.  The purpose of the parking pal magnet is to help busy parents keep their child out of harm's way while tending to other tasks in the parking lot.

Loading or unloading packages, rifling for keys, or tending to the baby, parents can take precious attention away from our children, leaving them vulnerable to a number of dangerous situations. Other drivers can't see when they back up because the car next to them is too large or they're distracted by their cell phones, or blind spots make it easy for them to overlook small children who may be behind them. And children, well, they don't always do what they're told or stay where they should. It only takes one second for tragedy to strike.

To use the magnet place the Parking Pal on the side of your vehicle, where it will remain safely attached at all times. It was specifically designed with bright colors, playful illustrations, and a small palm children love to place their hands on. After a couple learning sessions, your child will discover that the Parking Pal is their safe spot, and they will know where to go the second they are outside the car. It also helps teach them that parking lots are no place to play.

The parking pal magnets come in a variety of styles.  Check out the website at http://www.parkingpalmagnet.com/ for all styles.  The parking pal magnet is $7.99.    

Dot & Stripe Chamois Stroller Blanket from Pottery Barn

Incredibly plush and oh so soft!  We love our stroller blanket from Pottery Barn Kids.  This is a great gift for any new baby.  The blankets are so soft and hold up wash after wash.  The blankets are 30"x 40".  This blanket is $39.00 and can be personalized for an additional $7.00.  

We also love these blankets too, which are $29.00 from Pottery Barn Kids.   These blankets are available in ivory, pink, blue, lavender, green and bright pink.   

Sassy Touch & Talk Laptop

I cannot say enough great things about this toy! I found this toy when Victoria was only 3 months old thinking that it would be great to promote tummy time. It worked wonderfully for that, but now she continues to enjoy it. It has three different modes: musical notes, rhymes, and colors in English and Spanish. Each button plays a different sound depending upon the mode it is in. Victoria also loves to look at herself in the mirror and give herself kisses! It is so hilarious to watch. It folds up nicely like a real laptop does! Totally a fabulous find! You can find this toy at www.walmart.com for $12.56. It can also be found at Kohl's, but it is higher in price.

Leap Frog Shapes & Sharing Picnic Basket

This was a gift that a dear friend gave to Victoria recently, and Victoria absolutely loves this toy. She enjoys taking the different objects out of the basket, and the picnic basket teaches sounds, shapes, and colors. It also plays music as well. This will be a wonderful toy that will "grow" with Victoria as she learns more and more about what it says and does. I highly recommend this toy! You can purchase it at Toys R Us for $21.99.

LeapFrog Fridge Farm

"You put a cow in the front, you put a duck in the back.  You get a cow, duck!"  These are the words I usually hear in my kitchen.  Hannah rarely makes a match at this point.  We love this toy and use it daily.  This toy keeps Hannah occupied while we eat dinners most evenings and any time I am working in the kitchen.  The toy is great because it teaches kids all about animals, as it plays learning songs, fun facts, and animal sounds. Toddlers can make up to 25 combinations with this magnetic puzzle, and it can be played with on the refrigerator or floor.   Hannah loves the music that plays from the fridge farm too.  She usually sits clapping as the music plays.  She is a fan of all 5 of Farmer Tad's banjo tunes.  

The toy's resilient construction withstands wear and tear and holds up nicely to rough child play.  Hannah manages to pull it of the refrigerator multiple times a day and the toy still looks brand new.  With this toy's open-ended format toddlers can create any hilarious combination they choose. It features a lightweight construction so the child can carry the fun from room to room. A handy volume switch keeps the music at an enjoyable level. This toy is easy for little fingers to manage and convenient for parents to store. It requires three AAA batteries (included).  

This toy is available at http://www.amazon.com for $15.38.  

  

Sounds Like Learning CD

I absolutely love this CD by Discovery Toys! It has 20 quiet time songs that teach the alphabet, manners, Spanish, and many other early learning skills. I use this CD in the car and at home throughout the day. It is a wonderful transition into nap time, and each song is very unique. If Victoria is fussy, I can play this CD and she will quickly calm down. This is definitely not the average childrens' CD! I absolutely love it! You can purchase this CD through Discovery toys for $15.00 at www.discoverytoys.com.

The Sassy Xylophone

This a super fabulous little toy that is so great for when you are at home or on the go. Victoria started playing with this around 5 months, and she still enjoys it...although now she will move onto another toy rather quickly! Each "key" plays a different little tune once pressed, and each one also has varying textures for your little one to explore. The multi-colored rings on the black and white handle make a fun little noise when shaken. Victoria will still giggle at this. It can be found at www.toysrus.com for only $6.99.

Giveaway from B:MOD DESIGNS

REGISTER TO WIN LEG WARMERS FROM B:MOD DESIGNS!  

I found B:MOD DESIGNS on Etsy (if you have not been to Etsy you have to check it out, etsy.com...lots of great stuff).  B:MOD DESIGNS has a lot of great leg warmers to choose from on her site.  Sandra sent me the red and pink stripped leg warmers and I love them.  They are durable, wash well and stay up on Hannah's leg as she crawls all over the house.  The great thing about these is that they will last a long time.  Right now they cover Hannah's entire leg but as she gets older she will be able to wear them as a more traditional leg warmer.  

The leg warmers came packaged in a darling tissue paper envelope.  Great for gift giving.  The leg warmers are $9.00 a pair.  Check out her site for additional styles as well as other creative clothes for kids.  

To enter to win these leg warmers, Sandra from Bmod Designs would like for you to veiw her site on etsy at www.facebook.com/bmoddesigns.2010 and to like her on her facebook page at www.bmoddesigns.etsy.com.  After you do both of these things come back to our page an leave a comment below this post that you did the above things and you will be enter into the drawing for the free leg warmers.  Deadline to enter is Sunday May 1, 2011 at 11:59.

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ImagiPLAY Snail Puzzle

This is such a wonderful children's toy. My 4 and 6 year old neighbors absolutely love this puzzle. Victoria has fun with it as well seeing the colors and banging the different pieces together. It is a unique puzzle with vibrant colors, and as you can see it also teaches numbers as well. It is completely made from wood, and it is eco-friendly and non-toxic. This would be a great registry item or gift for that special someone. You can find it at www.amazon.com for $13.80.

Breathable bumper

This crib bumper keeps baby's arms and legs safely in the crib, while promoting healthy airflow. This design fits both slatted and solid standard cribs. The crib bumper is made of soft, padded, breathable mesh that maintains better air access inside the crib. The bumper attaches easily to the crib side panels via velcro.  This bumper is available from http://www.onestepahead.com for $29.95.

This was a hand me down from my sister-in-law and I love it.  We put this on Hannah's crib once she started rolling and moving in her crib more.  Now every night when we lay her down we can rest easy because we know she is safe in her crib and don't have to worry about her arms or legs getting caught in the rungs.    The bumper is available in white, brown, ecru, pink, green and blue.

Prenatal Vitamins

For all of you who are planning on getting pregnant or those who are nursing and needing prenatal vitamins, know that you can get them for free, from Meijer pharmacy with a script from your doctor.  Love when I get to save money!  

Pat The Bunny

Looking for a darling book for your little one's easter basket this year?  This is the perfect little book.  It is an oldie but still a goody.    

"Judy can pat the bunny. Now you pat the bunny.  Judy can play peekaboo with Paul.  Now you play peek-a-boo with Paul." Those words have been read countless times since the publication of this classic in 1940. In this darling touch and feel book, Paul and Judy play peek-a-boo, smell flowers, look in the mirror, feel Daddy's scratchy face, and, of course, pat the bunny! 

Hannah loves this book!  I think her favorite page is the page she gets to play peek-a-boo with Paul.  There is a little piece of fabric on the book that she gets to lift up to find Paul's face.  The page where she gets to smell the flowers is great too.  The page actually has a floral scent to it.  This is such a cute book!  We enjoy it every time we read it.  

This book is available at  http://www.barnesandnoble.com/ for $8.99.   

Multi-sensory Ball-Tangiball by Discovery

This is such a great toy! It is made by Discovery toys, and while it may just appear as just another ball....it is not! For some reason, children are magnetized to it. It stimulates the senses with its different texture, and it even has a vanilla scent. Victoria loves to push the ball back and forth between the two of us even now, and she loves to kick the ball to see where it will roll. Victoria prefers this type of ball over any other ball so I know that it is a winner! A super fabulous find. It can be purchased for $12.50 via Discovery toys.

Gigi God's Little Princess Book

"Gigi, God's Little Princess" is absolutely one of my favorite books and children's series. It is about a little girl who just knew that she had always been a princess, but she couldn't quite figure out where her castle and, most importantly, crown jewels were. With the help of Lord Fluffy, her ever-loyal cat, she is determined to get to the bottom of this dilemma. In the end, Gigi learns the most important and greatest of all life's lessons! You can find this fabulous book for $6.99 at www.amazon.com

Tiny Diner Portable Placemat

I absolutely love this product. I just used it for the first time while I was visiting my family in Alabama. The portable placemat has suction cups on the bottom to prevent your child from moving it around and playing with it, and it folds neatly into the little catch tray that hangs from the table as shown in the picture. It's a wonderful way to provide a clean place for your child to eat. It wipes clean very easily, and once folded it is so small that is takes up very little room in your diaper bag...which is important when you have so many other things to travel with. This mat comes in pink, blue, or green. Right now you can find it for $9.99 at www.bedbathandbeyond.com

A Must Have for Moms

Okay, so I am on a kick for nursing products at the moment.  I found out about this product from my nursing class I took and it really was a great tip.  If you are a new mom or need a gift for a new mom, this is a great idea.  Regardless if you are planning on nursing or not, this product will help with the engorgement phase that  you go through.  This product can also help with blocked ducts or if you are one of the unfortunate ones who gets mastitis, it can relieve some discomfort.  You can use these warm or cool depending on your needs.  Initially, when I began pumping, these helped with milk let down.  The package contains 2 reusable packs.  

These are available from http://www.amazon.com for $7.99.    

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KEEP FOLLOWING THE BLOG FOR OUR NEXT GIVEAWAY COMING SOON.  WE WILL BE GIVING AWAY A PAIR OF LEG WARMERS FROM BMOD DESIGNS.  

The First Years Milk Storage Organizer

If you are nursing, this is the perfect product to freeze your milk and keep it organized.  I am currently using this storage system with the Lansinoh bags.  This box allows me to keep the milk in order by date so that I can always use the oldest first. This storage system keeps the milk confined to a small, organized space in the freezer and the spring loaded backing keeps everything standing up and easily visible. I was able to store up to 20+ bags of 5 oz each at any given time.

I found this product at http://www.amazon.com for $16.99.

Rubber Ducky Your The One!

This is a great item to register for, for all my pregnant friends out there!  This was given to me as a gift for my baby shower.  This has been a wonderful tub to use after baby gets too big for the sink tub and before he or she is big enough for the regular tub.  It is so nice because the sides are padded in case baby looses his/her balance sitting up in the tub.  The tub can easily be deflated for travel and also has a "quacker" in the nose that makes bath time fun.  Now when Hannah hears the duck quack, she knows tubby time is sure to follow.   

This duck is made by Munchkin.  It is available at Wal-Mart, Target, Toysrus and http://www.amazon.com for $12.35.  

Zulily Fun

I know many of you may already have heard of this website, but I wanted to post about it to ensure that everyone can experience the wonderful shopping deals it offers. I absolutely love this website-it is similar to the Totsy website that I blogged about earlier. Zulily has even more items for moms such as nursing and maternity clothes, organization products, shoes, and many fabulous options for children's apparel. Right now, there is a sale on One Step Ahead products, and actually two of the items I posted here are on sale there. I hope you all can find some wonderful items there. I know I have.

Chicco Baby Space Robot

Okay so this is such a funny toy. It is marketed for 12 months or older, but Victoria loves this toy already. She really enjoys the remote because it lights up when the button is pushed while simultaneously controlling the space robot. This toy is so great to teach cause and effect, and your little one will learn to control the robot's movements as well. It plays musics and lights up as well. I found this toy at www.onestepahead.com for $24.95 but if you hurry you can get this fabulous toy at www.zulily.com for $14.99. This is wonderful toy for a girl or boy and for a wide range of ages!

Early Years Fill and Fun Water Mat

This mat has been absolutely wonderful for Victoria, and I know that Hannah really enjoyed it as well. As many of you Moms already know, tummy time is very important for your newborn. But it can be very challenging getting your little one to enjoy it long enough for it to actually be beneficial. This mat is just the toy that can provide your baby with the right amount of entertainment to promote tummy time! You simply fill it with water, and the plastics toys inside make noise as they move around hitting each other as your baby playfully hits the mat. Victoria really enjoyed seeing the shapes move around in the water. Even when Victoria was sitting up and starting to learn to scoot, she loved looking and hitting the mat making the shapes move around in the water.

This tummy time mat can be purchased at http://www.amazon.com/ for $10.97.

A Wonderful Way to Shop!

So I absolutely love to shop, but more than that I really love a great deal on a fabulous find. One of my favorite places to shop is a website called Totsy. It is not highly publicized so many of you may not know of it. Totsy has specific boutique sales that last a couple of days, and once an item sells out, it is no longer available. You can visit Totsy at www.totsy.com, and sign up to become a member. It is free, and all you do is register your email and password. You will receive an email informing you of what is going on sale. I know Morgan has found some wonderful deals as well, and I have found many items at this particular website that I had not previously known anything about. So visit the website and sign up and enjoy the savings! Happy Shopping!

Gund Fun Peek A Boo Bear

I found this bear while shopping with my mom at a children's store.  We do not have one of these yet but thought it was the cutest thing in the world.  This bear plays Peek-a-boo with baby, talks, giggles and raises arms with blanket to hide the bear's face.  Hannah enjoyed watching the the bear and grinned ear to ear while the bear played peek-a-boo with her.  Maybe if Hannah is lucky the Easter bunny will bring her one in her Easter Basket.  

This bear is available at http://www.amazon.com for $33.25.  

GIVEAWAY EXTENDED 1 WEEK

YOU CAN WIN A LARGE PLACE MAT FROM ROCKEY PAPER & DESIGN IN OUR FIRST EVER GIVEAWAY!  SEE DETAILS BELOW

I love, love this product.  I discovered these great place mats from Rockey Paper & Design at a ladies shopping day prior to Christmas.  I bought one for Hannah and two for my nephews.  They are great and make clean up after meal time easy because they just wipe clean.  Below are just a few of the designs.  

Shop Rockey Paper & Design at http://www.rockeypaper.com .   The placemats are available in two sizes, 9X11 ($12) or 12x18 ($14).  There are many designs to choose from to find the perfect gift for your little one or anyone else on your shopping list.  

Enter to win one large place mat (12x18) from Rockey Paper & Design!  You may choose from any of the place mat designs on www.rockeypaper.com.

TO ENTER:  

Leave a comment below this post telling us what has been your most favorite fabulous find thus far and you will be entered into the drawing.  

Deadline to enter is March 29 at 11:59.  The giveaway winner will be announced on March 30, 2011. 

Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether

SOPHIE

This teether is designed to awaken baby's senses.  The selling point is that it stimulates all of baby's senses. It "stimulates sight: The dark and contrasting spots all over Sophie the Giraffe's body provide visual stimulation and make her easily recognizable to baby.  Hearing: Her squeaker keeps baby amused. Taste:Sophie the Giraffe is very flexible and has lots of parts for baby to chew like ears, horns, legs. She is perfect for soothing baby's sore gum when teething and is completely safe. Sophie is made of 100% natural rubber and food paint. Touch: Sophie the Giraffe is perfect for baby's small hands. She is very light and her long legs and neck are easy for baby to grip. She is very soft to touch, stimulating soothing physiological and emotional responses. Smell: The singular scent of natural rubber makes Sophie the Giraffe very special and easy for your child to identify. Sophie is Phthalates and BPA free."

This is an expensive teether but it truly is one of Hannah's favorites.  I know Victoria has one as well and it is rare if either of us leaves the house without it.  This, like the Oball rattle, was one of Hannah's first toys she loved.  It was great early on because it really was an easy toy for her to hang onto and put in her mouth.  Today, she still loves it.  Hannah's face always lights up when she sees Sophie.     

I found it on amazon.com for $17.32.  

Absolutely a Fabulous Find!

This absolutely one of the my favorite childrens' books. It is a personalized book specifically printed for your child or for that special little one you may be buying a gift for. This is only one of many options you can choose from. I know that Hannah has this particular book pictured here, and Victoria has the My Very Own Fairy Tale. The pictures are so beautiful, and each story is full of wonderful surprises. The book details each letter of the child's name and tells the story around it. This is by far one of my favorite fabulous finds. It also is one of my most favorite gift items. This book can be purchased online at www.iseeme.com. The price ranges from $24.95 to $29.95 depending upon which book is chosen. There are also many wonderful gift sets as well.

Fabulous Pacifiers

Okay so it can be very difficult to find a pacifier that your baby will like especially if you have chosen to breastfeed. The Gerber Natural Flex pacifiers are absolutely wonderful! I know that both Hannah and Victoria really liked these pacifiers. They actually flex and have more of a natural shape for breastfeeding babies which can reduce the chance of nipple confusion. Once I gave this pacifier to Victoria she did not want any others. Another plus to this pacifier is that you can use the fabulous pacifier clips with it. These are my absolute favorite pacifiers!

Playsounds Puzzle Mat

I absolutely love this fabulous find! These interlocking puzzle mats come with a sound chip that when the button is pressed it makes an animal sound. For example, the lion mat makes a loud roar when the button is pushed by those tiny little fingers. I also have the ABC puzzle mat, and these fit with those as well. Victoria loves to scoot around on the her big floor mat looking for the ones that make noise. There are six mats with a frog, rooster, lion, cow, dinosaur, and a horse. I also love to have these around for Victoria to play on because they provide cushion, and they are easy to clean. Right now they are on sale at www.onestepahead.com for $14.95. They are regularly priced at $19.95. This is such a great thing to have at home, and it also makes a fabulous gift as well!

Baby Bargains!

This is a "must read, must buy" for any expecting or new parent! This fabulous book is an excellent source for bargain deals from maternity apparel to baby gear. This book is revised and updated yearly. It not only gives tips on saving money but it also provides tips on how to buy and what to buy which is so valuable for all new parents out there! This was one of the many books that I read while I was pregnant with Victoria, and I really used much of the tips it provided. The above picture is of the latest version which is available April 21st.

It can be purchased at www.amazon.com now for $10.17 in paperback.

Sassy Photo Album

I love this fun, little photo book. It goes with us in our diaper bag whenever we leave the house.  Hannah loves her books and she enjoys turning the pages of this one.  She can also use it as a teether. We have filled each page with pictures of her Grandma and Grandpas, Aunts, Uncles and cousins.  She has a large and wonderful, loving family.  This way she will get to put a name to each of their faces.  The book has 7 4x6 photo pockets that can be filled with pictures of your choice.  We can't wait until she can flip through the book and name everyone in her family!

The book is available at  http://www.kohls.com for $6.40 and at http://www.toysrus.com for $6.99.