Did you know that preventable injuries are the #1 killer of kids in the United States? Talk about a surprising and startling statistic. Every year, a million families around the world lose a child to a preventable injury. Millions more children are injured in ways that can affect them for a lifetime. Too many families […]
Finally: a LifeProof™ iPhone Case
As a mother to two boys under four, everything in my life and home has become a toy, a prop, or something to play catch with. It can be exhausting (and nearly impossible) to keep all of my valuables out of reach of the kids. My cell phone is especially alluring. It has a bright […]
Pretty in Pink: Win the New Pink Boon Flo and Bug Pod
Babyproofing experts recommend putting a faucet cover over the bathtub spout to protect your baby’s head from bumps and burns. When baby got too big to bathe in the sink, I bought the original Boon Flo spout cover ($14.99). There were cheaper options, but I picked the Boon Flo because it easily accomodated the shower pull […]
You’ve Babyproofed…But Have You Fireproofed?
You’ve probably baby-proofed your home, but have you fire-proofed your home? According to the U.S. Fire Administration, nearly 47,000 household fires occur during the holidays each year. You can download a free fire safety resource guide at www.BeFireSmart.com, which is sponsored by Liberty Mutual. Since I’ve been so careful about baby-proofing, I assumed my home was fire […]
Baby’s First Christmas Tree
It is unbelievable how fast babies can crawl. Sometimes I feel like I spend my whole day chasing after my crawling son. Since my son manages to get into everything, I’ve come to appreciate all the babyproofing products out there. It is so much easier to keep baby safe when you can buy gates for your stairs, safety plugs […]
A Better, Safer Bib
Bibs are a necessity when bottle-feeding since babies dribble while drinking. But bibs can be a suffocation hazard if you don’t remove them before putting baby down to sleep. My baby drifts peacefully off the sleep during a feeding, but he often wakes up when his bib is removed. Even if moms always remember to remove bibs before a […]
Tutus and Toad Frogs Boutique Grand Opening
Tutus and Toad Frogs has some of the cutest clothing for babies and children. In fact, we’ve been chatting back and forth about their retro-style clothing. Although we both have different tastes, we’ve each found vintage-inspired items we adore at Tutus and Toad Frogs. Mama-to-Be is partial to the smocking you see on rompers like […]
One Step Ahead and Leaps and Bounds – 15% Off Coupon Code (Deal of the Day)
These two online shops are known for innovative Travel Gear, Safety Solutions, and Developmental and Learning Toys for babies, toddlers, and school aged kids (check out the Inflatable Solar System pictured at right). This great section on “How to Childproof Your Home“ helped us get ready for a now very mobile toddler. One Step Ahead […]
Win a Rocketfish Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard and Mouse
Go Wireless for Convenience and Safety Best Buy offered me the opportunity to try out their Rocketfish Wireless Multimedia Bluetooth Keyboard and Laser Mouse Combo at the perfect time. We’re in a childproofing frenzy over here and wires are public enemy number one. This wireless keyboard and mouse was incredibly easy to install and is […]
Cool Coupon: Leaps and Bounds
When we find out about special coupons for mamas and the people who love them, we add these bargains to Mamanista’s Coupon Page. Sometimes we will also post to share especially exciting deals with you, like this: 15$ of $75+ orders – expires 12/31/07 So, what might you want at Leaps and Bounds? This online […]
