Remember my review of Piggy Paint? Nail Polish for little girls in fun color that’s NON TOXIC and NO FUMES? Well – now you can get TWENTY PERCENT OFF in the month of APRIL!
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When I was pregnant with my oldest, we had it all planned out. My family painted the walls a gorgeous blue and we put up Finding Nemo “wallies”. It was super easy, fun and I loved the look. The stickiness of the “wallies” wasn’t ideal everywhere in the room and for some reason 2 of the largest stickers ended up peeling off. The rest are staying up, though.
When my second son was brewing in my belly, I knew I wanted his room a vibrant green. But I couldn’t find “wallies” that fit. So the poor kid, his room had blank, green walls for 14 months. And then our lack of inspiration was solved by Bright Star Kids. They specialize in wall graphics. Plus, they are from Australia. So that just makes them extra cool.
I ordered the Dinosaur Playground. They arrived in a protective large cardboard envelope, so they were in pristine condition when they arrived. There were colorful stickers of bones, dino footprints and a few dinosaurs. I think they are two brontosauruses, a triceratops, T-Rex, two pteradactysl and two stegasauruses. They complemented his green walls PERFECTLY. These wall graphics were stickier and heavier than the Nemo wallies I was familiar with. But I was still able to peel them off and rearrange them until I had it perfect.
The best part is you can use these wall graphics to decorate any smooth surface, such as painted walls, windows and furniture. I bet you can use them on sliding glass doors so that people don’t bump into them. Hey, it happens. And Bright Star Kids has so many different designs to choose from, it’s easy to create a space that is unique to you and your child.
Need inspiration? Check out the Bright Star Kids’ Photo Gallery where you’ll see other real life photos plus testimonials.
Bright Star Kids designs and manufactures all of the Wall Graphics on their premises in Australia. Every single product that we produce is made from the best quality removable vinyl that is available. Plus they have incredibly strict quality control standards that all of their products have to pass before they’re allowed to go to customers. This ensures that our little one’s room will stay looking amazing for years.
SHOP:
Want to get started decorating blank rooms at your house? Or maybe you just need a change? Well, Bright Star Kids is giving you 20% off! Simply enter the promotional code FAMILYREVIEW into the Promotional Code section of the Shopping Cart and then press Submit. This offer will be valid until April 25th. The discount doesn’t work with any automatic store discounts.
Are you thinking of making the switch to cloth diapers? Then learn more about the eco & wallet friendly option that Fuzzibunz provides! Simply check out this video:
Click on the picture to watch the Mom Buzz’s review on Fuzzibunz.
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If you are long-time reader of the Mom Buzz, you probably know I am a big fan of the Exergen Temporal Scanner Infrared Thermometer. This was something I registered for when I was pregnant with my second son. No one bought it for me, I guess they thought it was boring? But luckily, I ended up with two mattresses, so I bought the Exergen Temporal Scanner Infrared Thermometer myself. Best. Idea. Ever.
So when the Family Review Network offered me the opportunity to review the Exergen on my site, I jumped at it! Because it gives me the opportunity to talk to you about how the thermometer has worked for me over the past 1.5 years.
I don’t know how your pediatrician takes temperatures at their office, but mine uses a temporal scanner. I loved how easy and quick it was. And if they use it, it’s gotta be good! (I love and trust my pediatrician.)
Now, yes, there are other options out there for taking temperatures. And I can tell you why I don’t like many of them. Pacifier Thermometers are not accurate when they just drank something cool or are breathing through their mouth. And when they are congested, they usually don’t want a paci. Plus, how long would I be able to use a paci thermometer.
Don’t even get me started on anal readings. I won’t do it. And underarm readings are just hard to do with a wiggly kid.
The Exergen is a simple swipe on the forehead. Done in seconds. I find it super easy to use. When you swipe the Exergen across their foreheads, it scans the temperature approximately 1000 times per second! It’s capturing the heat emitted from the arterial blood supply and the temperature of the forehead and accurately determines your child’s temperature.
The Exergen is my best friend when my oldest spikes fevers to 104 and I just want to give a reading to the pediatrician ASAP. Plus, I can also get his temperature when he is sleeping – he never knows that I am checking up on him again. And those times when your kids feel “warm”, but you aren’t sure if they are feverish – well it’s a lot easier to just grab the Exergen and double check than any other thermometer in the house.
And I have to tell you, my pediatrician approves of my use of theTemporal Scanner.
WHAT’S NORMAL:
Exergen gives a range of temperatures that would be considered normal for the different common areas to take a temperature.
The normal range for arterial is 97.4 – 100.1 degrees Fahrenheit. Orally, the normal range is 96.6 to 99.5. Rectal is 97. – 100.3. It also provides temperature ranges for oronasal, axillary and esophageal.
WHY I LIKE THIS TEMPORAL THERMOMETER:
1. When your child has a fever, the temporal artery is the first to indicate it through heat.
2. It is less invasive then rectal.
3. Your child doesn’t need to be as cooperative, as they do with the oral. My son simply wouldn’t put the pacifier thermometer in his mouth. He didn’t object to the quick scan.
4. Accurate and quick!
5. Trusted by my pediatrician.
6. It comes with a 1 year manufacturer warranty.
OVERALL:
I paid around $50 for my first Exergen thermometer and it was worth it. I can use it with everyone in the family – from the littlest one to Big Daddy. Plus, I am thrilled to have an accurate way to tell my toddler and baby’s temperature without being invasive. If you are registering for a shower or have a gift card to use, definitely consider this thermometer! It will save you time and give you accuracy when you need it the most.
The Bibzees winner was:
comment #3
I made a purchase from Bibzees. I bought the Rocker Bib that was on sale.
-Terra H.
partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com
The TextMessageBaby winner, chosen by Random.org, is:
I like the princess, so hard to choose
yzgirl4[at]verizon[dot]net
Have you bought something from Frecklebox? Well, Frecklebox wants your photos to personalize their website!
They are looking for pictures of your kids using and enjoying their Frecklebox storybooks, coloring books, stickers, growth charts, placemats and journals. If they choose to use the photos you send them, not only will you have the joy of seeing your kids made famous on their website, they’ll also give you $100 of free Frecklebox stuff!
To submit your photos, simply send your photos to info@frecklebox.com.
But hurry, the promotion ends Wednesday, April 8th, 2009
And remember – you can still enter to win a Free Frecklebox item here on the Mom Buzz! Enter here: Frecklebox Contest. The Mom Buzz Frecklebox contest ends April 5th!
We have so many concerns as parents. Health, Food, Friends – are we doing what’s right for our children. I guess sometimes it’s the little things that matter. That’s where Toddler Virtue Tees come in. There are five tees to choose from, Courage, Tolerance, Gratitude, Kindness, Patience. What virtue do you want to instill in your child – and is it as easy as putting on a t-shirt?
Well, it doesn’t hurt to try, I say! I selected the Courage Tee for my little one, so he can be brave even when he is afraid to do so. I always felt that I could have done better myself in that arena, and I don’t want my sons to fear speaking up or being brave.
The concept is simple. When your child wears these shirts, you emphasize the virtue. You read it, define it, tell a story, repeat and pass it on!
Not only do these tees serve as a lesson. But I love their simplicity and colors. And they are SO SOFT. You can be assured that your children will be so comfortable in them! I mean, I would love one of these t-shirts for myself. SO SOFT! There is an adult size in “gratitude”. And there is a long-sleeve version of “patience” for little ones.
When my TextMessageBaby onesie came in the mail early this month, I loved the eco-friendly packaging. But they already upgraded their packaging, while remaining Eco-Friendly!
The new packaging for TextMessageBaby shirts is fashioned after a cell phone. As the owner says, “What is texting without a cell phone?” And yes, this unique package is still made with 100% recycled paper and printed with soy-based inks which makes it as eco-friendly as the product it carries. Each box flips open to reveal your text messaging organic onesie, along with a little information about our company.
This just adds to its appeal as a baby shower or new baby gift. So check out the unique selection at TextMessageBaby.com. And remember:
Read my full review: TextMessageBaby.com Review
There are a few things I want to chat about. First, when I had my babies I did partially nurse them in the beginning. And it was SO AKWARD in public … or around my brother-in-laws (teenagers). And I would balance a blanket over my shoulder and try to make it work. But it just didn’t work out.
So a couple of years later and I am now managing the Mom Buzz – a site that buzzes and reviews wonderful items that you MUST have and learn about. My sister-in-law had a baby and she is nursing him. And do you know what she uses when she nurses in public (NIP)? A blanket!
No, no, no! The Mom Buzz cannot allow that! Do not hide those baby blue eyes and cute cheeks under a blanket! There are NURSING COVERS you can use! So, that’s why I delivered the Bebe au Lait Nursing Cover to her 2 weeks ago. The design was Papillon, if you are curious. Papillon is a pale cream color with a vibrant purple Asian-inspired floral pattern. My sister-in-law likes red, and this was pretty close. And her hubby and her both like Asian motifs – so I thought she would like it.
Now, this is why I wanted her to have a Bebe au Lait Nursing Cover. I didn’t want the baby to be smothered by the blanket when nursing during the summer. And I wanted her to have eye-contact with my nephew when nursing. I know I always loved gazing at my kids when they were on the boob. (Classy use of language, Erin).
Well, the rigid neckline of the Bebe Au Lait nursing cover allows for air to circulate and she can peek at him, he can peek at her, but no one else can get in on this peek show.
Here is what she thought.
“I like that it’s not hard to be discreet. Before I had to worry about the blanket sliding off or the baby pulling it off. Now, I can feed him anywhere and not worry that someone else gets the same view as him!”
Awesome, eh? And the thing is, using a nursing cover is NOT sending a bad message. I swear, I’ve read that on forums, that using nursing covers means you are ashamed of breastfeeding. No! It’s just some moms are simply more bashful or conservative. And if it takes a nursing cover to make you feel comfortable NIP, then go for it!
In fact, a mom at my MomsClub uses one all the time and she is so comfortable with it!
Now, why should you choose a nursing cover from Bebe Au Lait?
Style & Options:
There are three types to choose from – Bebe Au Lait, Hooter Hiders and Organic. And there a multitude of patterns and colors to choose from! From my sister-in-laws Asian-inspired Papillon Bebe Au Lait to a Dot covered Hooter Hider to a gorgeous Buttercup Organic.
Size:
The sizing on these nursing covers are great, ensuring you stay fully covered!
Rigid Neckline:
Allows for ventilation and eye contact for your baby, while they nurse.
Overall, I was very pleased with the Bebe Au Lait Nursing Cover. My sister-in-law was too! And what makes BebeAuLait.com even more awesome, is they carry other must-have products too. So you can get your nursing cover, burp cloths, bibs and hooded towels all in one stop!
WIN WIN WINOne buzz reader can be as lucky as my sister-in-law and win a Bebe Au Lait Nursing Cover. Even if you aren’t nursing, consider it as a gift for a loved one or at a baby shower!
EXTRA ENTRIES:
To receive these extra opportunities for entries, you must fulfill the first REQUIRED entry. But for extra entries, you can:
Contest Ends April 14th. Please refer to contest rules.
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