Talking Walnut
This Mommy blog puts a practical perspective on all types of products -- not just toys and gifts -- for moms and their kids. It will help retailers understand what is important to mothers when it comes to buying for their kids.
Play With Your Food: A Very Veggie World Cookbook
My 7-year-old's latest trick? Turning her dinner into her own culinary creations. Chicken and baked potatoes turns into "chicken boat wonders." Bread folded over and dipped in salad dressing becomes "juicy bread." As much as it irks me that my daughter just can't eat a meal without turning it into a project, I'm can't say I blame her. I remember "sculpting" scoops of... Read More
Comments (0)Smooth Operator: Babyspa Body Lotion
Baby-soft skin...it's something I was fortunate to have through much of my childhood. When I was little, my dad used to reach over and playfully rub my cheeks. By the time I became a teenager, this small gesture became mildly embarrassing. But now that I'm a mom, I find myself doing the same thing to my daughters. Their unblemished, tender faces are a thing of beauty, something that makes wish tha... Read More
Comments (0)Take Me to Your Leader: Kissy Kissy Infant Apparel
What's more darling than an outfitted infant? It's been years since our girls were babies, but that doesn't mean we still can't appreciate an adorable ensemble when we see one. One particular collection that's caught our eye is Qt-Qt by Kissy Kissy. Made from high-quality Peruvian cotton, this line feels especially soft on tender, newborn skin. But it's the fine attention to detail and oh-so-sweet... Read More
Comments (0)B.Y.O.B.: Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band’s A Potluck
Tis the season of BBQs, picnics and all those other outdoor family festivities whose only requirements are a hearty appetite and a willingness to party. And what's a good time without some tunes to go along with the food, folks and fun? In our house, the month of May features birthdays for both my girls and that means plenty of crowd-pleasing music from preschoolers to older kids. Because my girls... Read More
Comments (0)Swimming With the Sharks: Zoocchini Hooded Towels
All it took was one beautiful, unseasonably warm weekend to make me realize that summer is not far off. A short visit to our local beach reminded me that I'll soon be loading up my beach bag with sand toys, sunscreen and towels. While I don't mind toting stuff that's worth their weight, I am often dissatisfied with our choice in beach towels. Because they never seem to be the right size to dry off... Read More
Comments (0)Here’s Lookin’ At You, Kid: Babiators
Indestructible sunglasses for kids? Never heard of 'em. My almost 4-year-old has already been through 3 pairs, and they never manage to make it through an entire season. Whether her shades end up in the bottom of my beach bag, haphazardly having been crushed by a carelessly tossed rock or seashell, or are inadvertently stepped on (don't ask), it seems kiddie sunglasses can't withstand the power of... Read More
Comments (0)Sunny Side Up: Plan Toys Breakfast Set
With Mother's Day quickly approaching, can I count on breakfast in bed or, better yet, a little extra shut-eye? Fat chance on either one, but not for lack of trying. My almost 8-year-old won't stay in her room a minute past her regular wake-up time, and my feet have always hit the ground before my hard-working husband (and no, I'm not trying to butter him up by saying so...although I hope he can t... Read More
Comments (0)Sit ’N Snooze: Tiny Love 3-In-1 Rocker Napper
Delicate, precise handiwork isn't only necessary for surgeons and craftspeople; it's also crucial for moms of sleeping babies. I remember when my almost 4-year-old would finally conk out in her bouncy seat or swing. I was absolutely terrified to move her, for fear of disturbing her precious shut-eye-and me having to contend with a very unhappy baby. (And this was my second kid, so my fear factor s... Read More
Comments (0)Here Comes the Sun: Gustafer Yellowgold
This past Sunday was definitely a sun-day. My family and I were treated to a performance by none other than the former Sun resident himself, Gustafer Yellowgold. For those of you not familiar with the name...well, get out from under that rock ! He's the original cartoon brought to life by the imaginative Morgan Taylor, an indie kid rocker whose lively songs and amusing animation make a multimedia... Read More
Comments (0)Never Let Me Go: Loopy Gear
Last weekend at church, I watched as a young baby dropped his rattle repeatedly, only to watch his doting grandpa bend over and pick it up agin and again. Much to my and my fellow parishioners' amusement, this game got pretty old pretty fast for Grandpa ... but only continued to elicit giggles from the precocious little tot. Too bad this baby's diaper bag hadn't been packed with Loopy Gear, an inv... Read More
Comments (0)Practicing Sun Safety: Green Babies Sunscreen
Today I am recovering from Mohs surgery. If you're not familiar with the term, it's a dermatological procedure that removes cancerous skin cells. Having been blessed (or shall we say "cursed"?) with a Irish complexion, it's my second time I've had this procedure in five years, and one I hope my own fair-skinned daughters will not have to experience. Sunscreen usage wasn't nearly as preva... Read More
Comments (0)Discreet Feeding: Undercover Mama Nursing Shirt
During a recent walk on the boardwalk at our local beach, I happened to notice a woman sitting on a bench, her stroller parked nearby. A large blanket was draped across her upper body, which surprised me, given the warmth of the morning sun. But after doing a double-take and realizing that the stroller was empty, I then saw that it was her baby who was underneath that blanket and that she was simp... Read More
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