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Dreambaby On The Go Products

The warmer months have well and truly set in now. This means parents are not only out and about more but they also must take into consideration the temperature and sun when it comes to their children.

Dreambaby® Strollerbuddy

Being more organised when heading to the park, shops or local café makes it not only more convenient but more enjoyable as well. This is where the Dreambaby® Strollerbuddy Stroller Organiser is the perfect product to make your days a breeze!

This contraption allows parents to carry essential items in their prams and strollers with the knowledge that they are safe. The Strollerbuddy easily attaches to the stroller with the use of thick straps, while the pockets conveniently hold bottles, wallets, toys, nappies and more.

RRP $24.95.

 

Dreambaby® Adjusta-Car Shade

This item is perfect travelling with babies and children. You can stretch it, shape it and fit it to fit most car windows and it can even be used around the home to block out some heat from rooms. The simple suction cup attachment makes it easy to use, relocate and store.

With the temperatures rising, it is crucial that we consider the heat when taking both short and long journeys in the car. The flexible Adjusta-Car Shade will help to keep your car cool and shaded this Summer.

RRP $19.95 for a pack of 2.

 

Dreambaby® Insta-Cling Car Shades

Parents like to have options when it comes to safety and protecting their kids. As a result Dreambaby® have also released a static cling sun shade that offers UPF 50+ sun protection. With no need for suction cups; the Insta-Cling Car Shade instantly pops up and sticks to the window. In addition to protecting you and your children from the harmful sun rays, it also reduces glare on sunny days.

This shade is easy to store, is compact and folds away in a re-usable bag.

RRP $11.95

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Each Prize Includes: 1x Dreambaby® Strollerbuddy Stroller Organiser (RRP $24.95), 1x Dreambaby® Adjusta-Car Shades (RRP $19.95), 1x Dreambaby® Insta-Cling Car Shades (RRP $11.95). Each prize valued at: $56.85.

(Total Prize Pool: RRP $170.55)

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Imaginative Play – Melissa & Doug Sandwich Making Set

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Imaginative play is encouraged in children from the moment they are old enough to play. For most kids this is something that comes naturally. For others, they sometimes need a little encouragement. This is where the assistance of toys come in.

Last month I wrote an article about the benefits of pretend play for pre-schoolers and toddlers (check it out and share it if you haven’t already!); today I am going to review one of the items I mentioned in that post and let you know why it is a favourite.

Melissa & Doug Sandwich Making Set

Prior to having children, both my husband and I were chefs. Obviously this means there is a passion for food in our home that our kids pick up on. We expect in no way that they follow our footsteps or even share this culinary interest; however like most kids, at some point they have all expressed a desire to learn and incorporate food into everyday play. This is when products like the MELISSA & DOUG Sandwich Making Set come in handy.

Obviously we do not want to be making real sandwiches, picnics and snacks every minute of the day. Not only would that be time consuming but it would result in an extremely costly hobby as well. The sandwich making kit allows children to create their picnic lunch with their favourite ingredients, without any mess or fuss. With the choice of bread or burger buns, they can begin their food creations. Adding lettuce, tomato, cheese, capsicum, meat patty, etc. they learn about not just the order ingredients are placed but also about the individual food items as well.

The sandwich making kit is a 17 piece wooden set that includes 16 sliceable pieces and a wooden knife. The pieces velcro together which not only holds your child’s sandwich in one piece but also adds a ‘crunch’ sound when cut with the knife. Mimicking real life lunch! Just in case you are concerned about how to store the pieces when not in play; the sandwich making set comes with a wooden serving tray that makes the perfect organisation box for sandwich pieces when not in use.

Poppet (Miss 2) is a food fanatic and loves nothing more than getting out her Melissa & Doug sandwich making kit. She will continually make ‘lunch’, eat it, make it again, feed it to someone else and the process just repeats. In the past few weeks, this kit has undergone an extreme taste test and is still in perfect condition. As I have come to expect from Melissa & Doug products; they are built to last! You can find the mentioned sandwich making kit here at child.com.au.

Want 20% off? To receive a 20% discount off Melissa & Doug products – use discount code: MND20.

Disclosure: I received this product for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own or those of my kids.

Banana Boat SPF 50+ Sunscreen

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The warmer months are now upon us and with that means more time in the sun and higher UV alerts. We try to utilise the safer hours in the sun by going out and playing when the UV alert is lower, however this is not always possible. Kids will be kids and will take advantage of every minute they can.

I have always been fanatic about putting sunscreen on the kids, even as babies.  However I always forget about protecting myself. It is just as important for parents to protect their skin as it is for their children. Last week I had a suspicious mole removed which is now serving as a very good reminder why it is so important to not only use protection from the sun but also to have regular mole checks.

Banana Boat SPF 50+ Sunscreen

Brands make it easy for parents these days to know which sunscreens are suitable for what children and which age groups. Oh and of course their parents. Banana Boat recently offered me some samples of their SPF 50+ sunscreen lotions, sprays and roll on options. There is something about the smell of them that has always made me want to get outside and enjoy the sunlight. Or maybe it is just the old Banana Boat ad that instantly starts playing in my head!

Sunscreen Options

Just like clothing is made differently and hats come in different sizes; sunscreen also have their protection features. Each to suit a different kind of person.

Sport

This 400ml pump bottle is 4 hour water resistant and designed to be non-greasy. Made with the Australian sun in mind; your family can enjoy hours of protection in the sun with the Sport SPF 50+. Perfect for the whole family!

Kids spray

With the most advanced protection, this SPF 50+ spray bottle offers kids very high protection from the sun in a convenient sunscreen spray. It is 4 hour water resistant and as it is designed for kids; the non-greasy formula won’t run into their little eyes. The spray makes it so easy to apply to your child and is gentle on their delicate skin while remaining tough against the sun.

Kids roll on

This option is exactly the same as the Kids spray above however in a convenient roll on bottle. This makes it easy to carry and even easier for the kids to apply themselves. All the same benefits but in a handy 75ml roll on bottle!

Baby spray

I love that this sunscreen spray is SPF 50+ whilst remaining mild and gentle with no added fragrance. This allows it to be suitable for the delicate skin of a baby. Featuring the same benefits as the kids spray option; 4 hour water resistant, won’t run into eyes and a very easy to use spray, this sunscreen has babies and their parents in mind.

 

It is no surprise that the Skin Cancer Foundation recommends the SPF 50+ Banana Boat products. They are reliable, trustworthy and convenient. For more information on the Banana Boat Kids and Baby range see here or if you would like to read more about the importance of protecting yourself from the sun.

Disclosure: I received the above products for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own.

Vtech Toys Review – Educational and Fun

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Technology in kids toys changes way too fast these days. It is a constant battle between allowing kids to use their imaginations and keeping them informed with the ever-changing way of the world.

Thankfully there are brands out there that understand this desire and design toys with a combination of elements involved. Vtech have been purchased from the shopping shelves for years because of their knowledge and willingness to adapt to the times whilst maintaining an element of old school. This is why we love Vtech!

For the past few weeks, my kids have been giving some Vtech toys a road test. I must say they arrived at the absolute perfect time because I have been so sick I can barely move from the couch, and these have kept them entertained and happy. *Thanks kids for sharing those delightful germs, next time leave them where you found them!

Vtech Toys Review

Turn & Learn Cube – RRP $29.00 – 6 to 36 months

Little hands love this cube! With something exciting, flashing or colourful on each of its 5 sides; they will never stop learning. This Turn & Learn Cube encourages discovery and exploration from a young age. The light up buttons introduce your little ones to new animals, shapes, colours and sounds.

The development of fine motor skills are crucial for toddlers. This is why Vtech have included manipulative features in addition to fun songs that are activated when the cube is moved. Your child will learn language development, tune those motor skills and progress into imaginative play with this conveniently sized play cube.

 

Play & Learn Aeroplane – RRP $20.00 – 6 to 36 months

Watch your child grow with the Play and Learn Aeroplane. It has features to help them progress in many levels of development; language, sensory and fine motor skills. Your baby or toddler will not only have fun pulling along the aeroplane but also learning music, spinning the propeller and watching the lights flash.

For the parents; the durable design also features an automatic shut off to preserve the battery life.

 

Kidizoom Twist Plus Camera – RRP $89.95 – 3 to 9 years

This camera is built with kids and little hands in mind! The child friendly design allows for a degree of impact when being dropped without any broken parts or functions. The Kidizoom camera makes it easy for children to change the effects and filters on the camera, which according to my kids is the funniest thing ever possible!

The features of this camera are endless which is more than likely why my all three of my kids love it so much.

Features include:

Twisting lens – makes selfies easy!

Over 50 Colour filters and effects – carnival mirror, funny faces, cartoon themes and so much more.

2.0 Megapixel camera

Video and voice recording

Photo editing

5x Built-in games

4x Digital zoom

Built-in auto flash

The batteries in this camera don’t drain like you would expect them to; the kids have been snapping like the paparazzi for a week now and the batteries are still going strong!

 

Kidizoom Smart Watch – RRP $89.95 – 5 to 12 years

Learning to tell the time can be tough but with the help of the Kidizoom Smart Watch, your child will have the desire to learn as fast as they can!

This smart watch is so much more than a just a watch; it has 8 amazing features in one compact band. My boys are still fighting over who gets to use this more!

Features include:

Clock – analogue and digital display options. 50+ face designs.

Voice recorder & distortion – 5 fun effects to alter their voices.

Stopwatch & timer – What child doesn’t want to time everything they possibly can?!

Games – 3 built-in

Alarm – child can select to use their own voice or one of ten different alarm tones included in the watch.

Camera – YES! It is basically like a spy watch. They can take pictures and videos and add effects to alter the image.

Everything kids love all in one touch screen, watch sized piece of technology. As you can understand, it would be crazy difficult for the kids to not love these Vtech toys. They are a mix of learning, imagination and a lot of fun!

Check out Vtech on Facebook and Instagram for more amazing products.

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Disclosure: I received the above toys for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own or those of my kids.

The Wiggles: Emma! & Giggle and Hoot DVD Giveaway

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ABC Kids have something to suit every child and their interest. For my daughter, it is The Wiggles, Emma. My boys never had an interest in The Wiggles at all so it has taken me time to get my head around hearing their songs played regularly around the house.

Emma, the yellow Wiggle is by far her favourite. Poppet loves how she dances, sings, has gorgeous outfits and there are bows a plenty. Emma has become extremely popular among little girls; which is great that she now has her own DVD being released September 2nd 2015, The Wiggles: Emma! Other recent releases can be found here: ABC Kids Dvds.

B2 loved Giggle and Hoot more than anything else (well Chuggington was a close second) and besides a few extra characters joining the Giggle and Hoot team, it is exactly the same. Full of great energy and love.

The Wiggles: Emma! DVD

Roadshow Synopsis:

Have a ‘bowtiful’ time dancing, singing and watching the loveable yellow Wiggle Emma in her brand new show! Including 20 episodes from the smash-hit TV series, plus additional footage and songs not seen on TV, Emma is sure to put a smile on your little one’s face as she dresses up, sings in French and Italian and even teaches kids how to brush their pet’s hair!

Episodes include: 

  1. Emma’s Irish Dancing!
  2. Brush Your Pet’s Hair
  3. Ballerina, Ballerina
  4. Galloping Ballet
  5. Emma Sings in Italian!
  6. I’ve Got My Glasses On!
  7. French Fun!
  8. Frère Jacques
  9. Open, Shut Them
  10. I’ll Tell Me Ma When I Go Home
  11. The Giraffe
  12. Rock-a-Bye Your Bear Ballet
  13. Michaud
  14. Twinkling Star
  15. I Love It When It Rains
  16. ABC
  17. Stille Nacht
  18. I Like Goats
  19. Emma’s Country Garden
  20. Emma (with the Bow in Her Hair)

* RRP: $19.95 * Running Time: 91 mins

 

Giggle and Hoot DVD – Giggle Fangs and Hootabulous Favourites

I am a big fan of Jimmy Giggle myself. He is full of excitement, fun and always has the audience entertained!

Roadshow Synopsis:

Giggle and Hoot’s newest friend Giggle Fangs is here and is just in time for Halloween! Head to his batty lair to learn out all about him and his best buddy Giggle Bug! Plus sing and dance along to some of your favourite tunes from the show.

Episodes Include:

  1. Giggle Fangs
  2. Cloud Bouncing
  3. The Funky Owl
  4. Hootball!
  5. The Gigglemobile
  6. The Gigglearium
  7. Rhyme Song
  8. My Batty Lair
  9. On The Night Watch
  10. Hoot’s Lullaby
  11. Giggle and Hoot Christmas Special
  12. Gigglearium Special

* RRP: $14.95 * Running Time: 51 mins

Prize Includes: 1x The Wiggles: Emma DVD (RRP $19.95) and 1x Giggle and Hoot DVD – Giggle Fangs and Hootabulous Favourites (RRP $14.95). Total Prize Pool: $34.95.

**As the winners are chosen based on skill and not chance; you will be sharing for 0 extra entries however I’d love you to share the giveaway with friends and family. Sharing is caring and karma loves kind people. **

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Terms & Conditions: 
1. Australian residents only.
2. Judges decisions is final.
3. Winners must make contact within 72 hours.
4. This is a game of skill. Chance plays no part!
Therefore no extra points are given for sharing however it is good karma!!
5. All Mum Said is not responsible for delivery of prize.
NOT endorsed by or have anything to do with facebook.

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Disclosure: I received the above DVD for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own and those of my children.

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