I just wanted to send some compliments your way -- I LOVE your products! I have used several of them as my child is growing and they are all the most used and useful around my house. The Snuzzler was wonderful for us when he was young and the Piddle Pad is of great comfort now that we are older and teething if you know what I mean. Those have been my most favorite so far. I think you all have great ideas and wonderful quality that make mommy life much easier. I am saving up now for the StrolleSoft and the TinyDiner -- we are at that stage now -- my son's legs get rubbed by some of the webbing on his stroller, so I think that will help and I'm sure my friends will appreciate the TinyDiner when he comes over to eat. Keep those good ideas and products coming -- this mom really appreciates them! Lesley from Sparta, GA |
It is not often we can get Massimo to wear a hat but when its cold enough outside he doesn't complain. This faux shearling hat Massimo is wearing is by Kiddopotamus and not only does it keep Massimo's head and ears toasty, it's very stylish. Being warm and stylish is a bonus... especially as we head into the holiday time of the year.
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I love this product. My daughter can't be happier feeding herself when we dine out and it works wonderfully with the clean diner highchair cover. She dances and hums while she eats and we just put bits of our meal on her mat. Great idea.
Babies 'R' Us customer, Portland, ORWe use this placemat every time we go out to eat -- which is often. I saw this item in the catalog just as my daughter started eating real food and I ordered it immediately. The thought of her eating snacks off the table at a restaurant was disgusting and she is too likely to throw a plate on the floor and break it. This placemat is the perfect solution. It cleans up easily. I am going to buy one from now on for all my friends who are expecting.
Amy, Tenino, WAI bought one of these to try when my first GrandPrincess was about 10 months old. We have now purchased 3 -- one for my car, one for her parents' car, and one for my newest GrandPrincess. We can't imagine eating in a restaurant without this -- it's so much cleaner to know the GrandPrincesses are eating on a clean surface! We get so many compliments from wait staff -- it sure makes their cleanup easier, too! We just carry the mat in a Ziploc bag along with disinfectant wipes that we use to clean it after each use. Our mat has traveled from Minnesota to Florida (and made our Disneyworld trip much more pleasant!) and all over Missouri. I'd recommend this to everyone!
Zaza, MissouriThis is a wonderful product, especially when eating at establishments with 'less than perfect' cleaning standards. You never know when you'll need this, so keep it with you in the car!
One Step Ahead customer, Anchorage, AKThis product was great for taking our son out to eat. It folded up to fit in the diaper bag and kept him from having to eat off the germy tables when he was too small to use a plate without tossing it across the room. Never had a problem with it losing suction or anything like that. Would definitely buy it again.
One Step Ahead customer, St. Louis, MOFinally, we can take out twin boys out to a restaurant without frantic cleaning up and worry about the diseases they will get from the germy table tops. BTD (Before Tiny Diner) they tossed their plates, spilled food on their laps and floor, smeared food on the table then proceeded to put that grossness into their bodies -- what fun! ATD (After Tiny Diner) the table stays clean, they stay clean(ish) and I can enjoy my own meal! Love it!
Ginny B., MinneapolisThis is one of the best inventions! Going out to eat, you never know how clean the tables are, and I don't like the thought of her food sitting on whatever cleaning products were used. It wipes "clean" with a diaper wipe, well, clean enough to roll back up and toss in the diaper bag without getting anything else dirty. We bought a second one so we always have a clean one on hand. I even get compliments from wait staff for using it. Gives them less to scrape off... ha, ha. Definitely worth it.
Parent, Boston, MAThis is our newest baby gadget! It's a travel (or home) hippo placemat with suction cups and a catch tray and when your done, just fold it up in put it in your purse or diaper bag. I remember with my first baby, stressing when he ate something off the table at restaurants
I bought one for my 7 mo. old, but now I'm heading back to Babies R' us to get one for my toddler, he's jealous!
Mommy of two cute little boysI have been searching high and low for a product just like this!!! I usually take a tub of antibacterial wipes and scrub the entire table before letting my daughter sit down and eat at a restaurant (even then I won't let her eat any food that falls on the table, yuck!!) This will allow me to wipe the table and not worry about fallen food!!!
Also, I am extremely impressed that your product was "Made in the USA". When shopping I read where each product is made prior to purchasing and always purchase a "Made in the USA" before a foreign made product (if I have the option)!! I am concerned about materials used when a product is made overseas, but with the portable placemat my mind is at ease. Looking forward to purchasing more products in your line!
Sincerely, Lisa, Target customer, PAThe TinyDiner is the greatest way to keep my baby's food off the germy table tops in restaurants. It is easy to carry along because it rolls up small and stows away in the diaper bag, then it unrolls whenever you need a clean area for baby to eat from. We have no problems keeping it in place -- the suction cups really do work, and my baby can't pull it up even if he tries. We get lots of questions whenever we eat out with the TinyDiner -- everybody can see how well it works and they want to know where they can buy it!
Babies-R-Us customer, MissouriI am not one to "review" products or send emails about what I like and don't like, in fact this is the first time, but I just wanted to tell you that your portable placemat is one of the best ideas and greatest baby products. I have a 13 month old and I've been using this placemat ever since she started on solid foods at about nine months. I am constantly out and about and this is the one item I never forget to take with me. At least I know she is eating off of a clean surface!
It was only by chance that I purchased it when I had actually gone to the store to purchase the disposable placemats -- which I did not even buy.
Every time (and I do mean every) I eat out people come up to me and ask me where I got the placemat (Babies R Us). Waiters and waitresses love it too because it means less mess for them to clean up! It has gotten to the point where if I see someone with kids looking at the placemat I just say Babies R Us before they can ask where I got it. I would strongly suggest marketing this to restaurants! I am surprised that I had not heard of this before just finding it in the store. With so many germ-conscious people (especially new parents) who want the best for their children, this placemat goes a long way.
Just a suggestion -- If you had a commercial for this one product, I am confident that you would see a jump in sales. Thanks for your time.
Kim, Babies-R-Us customerMeal time has changed. This is my first review on any product (and as most first time parents, we own LOTS of baby gear) but I have been SO pleased with this product. My son is 11 months old and VERY busy. Eating out and away was quite difficult until we received this product as a gift. We can put his finger food down on a LARGE clean surface and it keeps him busy while we also get to eat! The mat stays put with the suction cups, is large enough to allow him to push his food around, is fun to look at, has a great "catch" for the food he pushes off the mat, is easy to clean, and rolls up neatly for transport. This has become one of the essentials of our diaper bag. This product is an absolute necessity!
Babies-R-Us customer, Rock Island, ILLove it, love it, love it!!! Whoever designed this was a genius!! Every time we use it the wait staff and other patrons all stop by to ask us where we got it. It works great -- I also love the fact that it can be all full of food and I just roll it up and throw it into my bag -- once I'm home I just take it out and wipe it off and it's ready for my next outing!
Babies-R-Us customer, Simsbury, CTEasy dining out! My son is only 7 months old so we have only used this a few times but it works great! All the food he scoops (usually cheerios) lands in the little scooped shelf. All the waitress' comment on how useful it is. I have used it on my place setting (when he's on my lap) at restaurants to prevent him from putting his mouth on the dirty table. You can never be too safe about germs! Plus it gives him his very own dining area. I wish someone would have thought of this sooner! I have two older daughters that could've used this!
Babies-R-Us customer, Dearborn, MILOVE IT!!!!! My "Tiny Diner" just arrived and I could not be happier with it! It is very well made, especially for the price. The suction cups are large enough to hold it down. How cute is the tray idea?? I was a little worried that the tray would get in my son's way when eating, but it is made of such a flexible material that it is not in the way at all. I LOVE the way it rolls up so small. I don't use a diaper bag, just my medium-sized purse and it fits quite well. I will be buying these for shower gifts from now on!!! You will not be disappointed!
Babies-R-Us customer, LACan't go out to dinner without it! This product is an excellent value. Suction cups on the back of the place mat attach securely to most restaurant tables, and the tray catches almost everything my little one drops. It also rolls up to conveniently place in the diaper bag. Every time I use it someone stops me to ask where I got it. It's a must for toddlers!
Babies-R-Us customer, Cumming, GAThe "TinyDiner" has been such a wonderful help to me! Taking an 18 month old out to dinner is tricky enough without having to worry about what kind of germs lurk on the tabletop. I used to cringe when we used to go out to a restaurant and I had to place my 18 month old daughter's food directly on the table. I used to carry special antibacterial wipes so I could wipe off the table, but it never really felt like it was really clean. Now I take the "TinyDiner" with us each time we go out to eat and I can relax and know that my child is safe. It is so convenient and easy to use, I always have it in my diaper bag. The "TinyDiner' is an essential for any Mom. I don't know what I'd do without it!!!
Heather, Leawood, KSWhat a great product! My husband and I have two teenagers and were blessed in Dec, 2001 with another addition to our family. Of all the "New" products that have emerged on the market since our last baby (16 years ago) ...this is tops! It should be easier to find, be available in more mainstream stores. Since our little one now demands she eat at the kitchen table instead of her highchair, we now use it on our own table to help make clean up easier. Great product, would like to see it as recommended by some of the parent / baby magazines.
KellyI bought a Tiny Diner portable place mat. I have been asked dozens of times where to get your place mat and I have told everybody your web site address... I brag to everybody about how it is the greatest thing that has happened to me and my son because it keeps the food off of the floor in all of the restaurants... and we eat out almost every night. It also keeps my kitchen floor clean.
Stacie, Sherman Oaks, CAWhen I was shopping at Babies-R-Us a number of weeks back for some items for my little boy, I found your rubber place mat and bought it on an impulse. I toyed with the idea of purchasing disposable mats, but thought yours would end up being the better deal, since it could be reused over and over. Since purchasing your product, I have used it many times at various restaurants and am thrilled with it! It covers a nice-sized area, has that wonderful "catch-all" tray, washes up so easily, stays stuck to the table (despite my son's best efforts), and stores perfectly in my purse! I have received so many compliments on the mat, and I always rave about it and tell the interested parents to go to Babies-R-Us to find it. I just wanted you to know what a big hit the place mat is. With the multitude of products available which are designed to make a parent's life easier, yours really lives up to its claims! Best of luck to your company! Based on my experience with the place mat, I will continue to look for other products your company offers.
SarahI just wanted to let you know how much I love your portable place mat! I couldn't even tell you how many times we have been at a restaurant and people will come up to ask me where we bought such an innovative item. It is by far, the best baby product I own!
Michele, Round Lake Beach, ILI found this randomly in a catalog and ordered it. I am not a germaphobe but I couldn't help but wonder what else my daughter was eating when she ate off a restaurant table. This solves the problem. She is eating on a clean surface. Easy clean up. Roll it up and walk away. Wait staff loves it. I will buy this product for a baby gift every time from now on. It's awesome.
Babies-R-Us customer, Mableton, GAWe just used the Tiny Diner placemat for the first time last night. It worked great. It gave me a place to put down my 10 month old son's food since he doesn't use plates or bowls. Despite his best efforts, he could not pull it off of the restaurant table once I had attached it with the suction cups. When fully rolled out, this gave us plenty of room -- even with his typical goofing off, all of his food remained within the confines of the mat. Yet when rolled up, it's only about the size of a paper towel tube, so it fit easily into the diaper bag. I felt a little frivolous about this purchase when I picked it up sort of on a whim, but I am so glad I did! We will not dine out without it!
Amazon.com CustomerThis is one of the coolest products out there for messy eaters at restaurants. It's easy to use, easy to keep clean, and you know that the surface is clean enough to eat off. Just unroll it and use the suction cups to keep it attached. Your child can't pull it off the table and the little "crumb catcher" at the bottom helps keep things from falling in their laps or onto the floor. Use this and your servers at restaurants will love you! When you're finished, just pop it off, brush off the food and roll it up. The hardest part is to remember to bring it in and clean it up in a sink before your next outing.
We have used the Tiny Diner since our little girl was old enough to start eating out with us. Whenever people see our daughter using it, they always come up to us and say, "What a great idea! Where did you get that?" We tell them that we got it at Target, but they don't sell them there any more. I am glad to see that you can purchase it through Amazon!
I strongly recommend this for any parent with finger-food eating kids or for a parent-to-be. It might be hard to find at retail stores, so it would be a great baby shower present as well.
Amazon.com CustomerThese placemats are awesome! Each night during a recent vacation the restaurant personnel all commented on them. In fact, the one restaurant manager was called over by our waitress and hostess to see them (both my kids, ages 1 and 3, were using them) and she asked where I got them. She was interested in purchasing some for the restaurant! I love these placemats and so do the kids! Thanks Tiny Diner!!"
Mom Collegeville, PAI love this mat! We eat out often and this does come in handy. I do not leave home without it. It works well and folds up easily to fit into my purse. The suction cups work well. If you go to a restaurant with a table cloth, you will need to move the table cloth from the child's end of the table. Otherwise the mat will slide around everywhere. I have had many people approach me and ask where they can get one for their child.
One Step Ahead ParentOne of the best inventions ever!! Works great and cleans off even better with just a antibacterial wipe!! A must have for every dinner out!
Parent, Wayne, PAMy baby was 6 weeks early and only 5 lbs when she came home. This Snuzzler made her fit a lot better in her car seat! Without it she was swimming in the seat. And it is super soft. I love it!
Babies 'R' Us Customer, Riverside, CAI heard about this product from a friend... and i went searching for it. When my son was born he was on the small side and this worked so well. One side is soft and snuggly which we used when it was colder out and the other side was a black cloth. Both sides cleaned very well.
Babies 'R' Us customer, Spencer, MAI got this for my shower, and when I was late and my daughter came out a bit oversized, I was afraid I wouldn't need it. But I ended up loving it! The head supports that come with the carrier don't do a thing, but this product not only kept her head in a comfortable position, but cradled her body beautifully as well. She felt so secure in her seat with this. And you can wash it over and over and it is still so soft. You may not use it for that long overall, but to have your baby safe and secure makes it a worthwhile luxury!
Babies 'R' Us customer, Albany, NYI bought this for my 2 month old baby girl. We use it in her car seat, bouncy chair and stroller. She would "slump" when sitting in them. This works perfectly to hold her up and she looks so comfortable. My 9 year old son said he wants one for the recliner in his size.:) It is a breeze to wash and move from one place to another. I highly recommend it.
Target.com customer, Cassandra H.What a great product! Highly recommended! My son was born 5 weeks early, therefore, the hospital required a "car seat test" before I could take him home (to make sure he wouldn't stop breathing in the car seat).
I placed the Snuzzler in his car seat before the test. An hour later, the respiratory therapist came back and said he passed with flying colors... especially with the "little infant support" I had placed in the car seat. They said it really supported his little body and allowed his head and torso to stay in position exactly as it should. Further, they said it worked a lot better than the head supports that usually come with the car seat because it not only held his head in place, but it kept his torso from leaning to one side or the other.
Mom, Jeffersonville, PAThis support system is AWESOME! I have two of them. It keeps my daughter from slumping over in her car seat. She always looks so comfortable in her car seat. I also have one that I switch between her swing, and stroller. I never have issues with her slumping over while she is in those either. The Snuzzler keeps her in place. It is an absolutely fantastic product.
Mom, Angwin, CATHE BEST ITEM I'VE BOUGHT FOR MY BABY! I wish I had bought this much sooner! I got it when my son was 1 month old and what a difference it made for him in his car seat! The whole first month of his life I hated seeing my baby slumped into a little ball. I wasted money on other head supports that didn't do nearly as good a job and then I found the Snuzzler Infant Support. It makes him look much more comfortable. And I don't think it's unsafe like another reviewer wrote...the padding is all on the side. There is just a thin bit of material behind baby, but what's the difference between that and the baby wearing an extra layer(shirt)? I highly recommend this item!
Tacoma, WA MomLove it! I used this for my son when he was first born with his car seat (it is safe to use because there is no padding between the bebe and the seat). Now he is 7 months and I have it in his jogging stroller. I love it so much that I am going to get another one to keep him cozy in his Maclaren stroller as it is thin enough not to interfere with the umbrella fold.
Mom from San FranciscoLove, love, love the Snuzzler! I wish we'd had it for our first child too. My little one is 7 months old, and still using it. It supported his back when he was "squishy" as a newborn, and it also keeps his little head from rolling around when he sleeps. It's cool in the summer on one side, and warm in the winter on the fleece side. A must have!
Irma, Jacksonville, FLMy baby LOVES his Snuzzler! It has kept him comfortable and well supported in his car seat since he came home from the hospital. In hot weather we used the side with the woven fabric, and now that it is cooler the fleece side is so cozy for him. When I removed the Snuzzler for washing I realized how much it supports my baby; his head flops around without it and he is not at all happy in his car seat. We also use it in the stroller, and it slips easily from one seat to another because there are no holes that you need to thread the harness straps through.
I am familiar with the car seat safety concerns with accessories. These concerns apply to products that are bulky and that can affect the fit of the safety harness. The Snuzzler has nothing bulky behind the baby- just the fabric, no padding. All of the padding is on the sides of the head and body supports, so the harness straps do not have to be loosened to use it. There is no way I would use anything potentially dangerous with my baby, and I know that he is safe and very, very happy in his Snuzzler!
Babies-R-Us customerI bought this before my daughter was born and we use it all the time! When we brought her home from the hospital the carrier just swallowed her up. When we put the Snuzzler in she fit perfectly. It's great support for infants, better than those head roll things for the neck. Now that she's bigger we don't use it in the car seat, but in the excersaucer for extra support and comfort. This is my favorite baby buy for $20 bucks!
Babies-R-Us customer, TXMy little one loves this Snuzzler. I used it in his Kick and Play bouncer seat. He snuggles into it, gets comfortable and falls right to sleep. It's amazing.
Babies-R-Us customer, Bellmore, NYHighly recommend!!!! My daughter was tiny, when she was born so we put this in so she wouldn't shift in her infant car seat, we tried one of those neck rolls before this to stop her head from falling forward (those don't work). We realized that if you take off the head pad on the snuzzler (velcro) that her neck never falls forward again!!!!!!
Babies-R-Us customer, NYThis product works wonders from the infant seat to bouncer to swing. We use it everywhere.
Babies-R-Us customer, Hayward, CAGreat product!!! I use this in the car seat and the bouncy seat. She even likes to lie on the fleece side on my lap. Wonderful how the straps on the car seat fit perfectly through the Snuzzler. Keeps her head completely secure. Glad I registered!!!!
Babies-R-Us customer, LAMy son loved this! We inserted it into his car seat because he was so tiny. The Snuzzler helped to keep him stable while in the car seat. The car seat seemed to be so hard and uncomfortable. The Snuzzler was so cushy that I used it to help him snuggle into his pack-and-play at bedtime. When he grew out of his infant car seat, we used it as a padding for the front of the grocery cart. I had no problems when washing it in the washing machine or when it was tossed in the dryer. I've used it for my second child, too.
Babies-R-Us customer, Hercules, CALoved this!! I discovered this product with my second baby. I wish I knew about it with my first. I used it in the car seat, in my jogging stroller, in the bouncy chair and just about anywhere else I could think of. It offered great support for my baby. Get it!
Babies-R-Us customer, Fort Collins, COThis is an absolute must-have!! The Snuzzler is the best thing ever! I use it in my jogging stroller and it's awesome! I started using it when my son was only 2 months old and it keeps him so snug in the stroller he doesn't move at all. Now that I'm finally running with him in the stroller at 4 months, he is so secure and the fleece keeps him nice and warm. What a great product! Anyone with a jogging stroller should buy the Snuzzler!
Babies-R-Us customer, St. Louis, MOEasy to use!! Our son was so tiny when we brought him home, but luckily we had a Snuzzler, and he was nice and snug in his cars eat and swing. It was so easy, we just pulled the straps under the headpiece and buckled him in! The fleece side was great when it was cold outside, nice and warm. The Snuzzler is well worth the money!
Babies-R-Us customer, Susanville, CAGreat Product! I love this Snuzzler. I had one of those head rests in my daughters car seat and it didn't seem to do anything for her. I received this as a baby shower gift and have used it every day since. It cradles my daughter more in her car seat and stroller. I love the fact that you can use either side.
Babies-R-Us customer, Dallas, TXThis item is a must have!! My baby and I love it and I recommend it to anyone I know having a baby or as a shower gift. It provides the support and cushioning my baby needs to her fragile backside. I can't imagine putting my baby in her car seat without it. It washes nicely and stands up to constant use. It also looks nice, there is a cool side (blue) and a warm side (wool-like) for all weather. I plan on using it in her stroller when she is big enough.
Babies-R-Us customer, San Diego, CAGreat Product! My husband & I love this Snuzzler. It comfortably cradled our baby since she was a newborn. The fleece side also helped to keep her warm. I was concerned that most car seats aren't really cushiony & supportive enough so the Snuzzler was a great solution. We've washed it several times & it still looks great. No complaints here -- just wished it came in pink.
Babies-R-Us customer, Houston, TXSnuzzler's are great! I'm shopping for my second Snuzzler for baby # 2. My first baby LOVED his Snuzzler (and I did too!) to support him in the car seat until he was bigger and able to sit up without the extra back support. It made his car seat fit him perfectly even when he was being brought home from the hospital. Now I want a second Snuzzler to keep in my new jogger, while the original (still in great shape after several washings) will stay in the car seat. This has become one of my favorite baby items to give as shower gifts.
Babies-R-Us customer, Scottsdale, AZThis is ingenious! The fabulous Snuzzler enabled us to use our very cool jog stroller when our son was only 3 weeks old. Most jog strollers are not recommended for children under 6 months. The Snuzzler cuddles and holds infants in place while still allowing room for the 5 point harness system to be used properly. The Snuzzler is also great to use inside the car seat for added cushion and support. Wherever we go people comment on our Snuzzler and want to know where they can buy one.
Babies-R-Us customer, Sherman Oaks, CAThank you so much for the incredible product! My twin girls were up every few hours because they would "break out" of their swaddling in a regular blanket. We would end up with them in our bed for at least half the night! I saw your product in the BabiesRUs catalog and thought it was worth a try. The first night they slept 4 1/2 hours and then ate and slept another 4 1/2 hours -- in their own crib! From then on, their nights have increased and they are now sleeping about 8 or 9 hours a night!
I only wish I had found these 2 1/2 months sooner! Just thought I would tell you thank you -- you have saved my sanity and many sleepless nights!
Amy in Kaysville, UtahThank you so much for creating such a wonderful product. We have been using the SwaddleMe blanket at night since my two month old daughter was just a few days old. Since using the blanket she has slept through the night. We have recommended the blanket to so many of our friends and family. Last night at bedtime we realized her blanket was still in the wash and needed to be dried. The spare blanket is in our motor home for our camping trip this weekend. Well, I have to say at midnight after no sleep I got up, dried the blanket, swaddled my daughter and finally got some sleep. Thank you!
Michelle from West Covina, CAThis is a must have for every baby! I am a daycare provider and I have always used receiving blankets to swaddle the babies but of course they can get out. I received this blanket at a baby shower for my son and he loves it! He settles down the minute I swaddle him and he has a hard time getting out of this blanket. I have opted to not swaddle him a few nights because I thought it looked uncomfortable but he wouldn't sleep and kept me up until I wrapped him up like a burrito. If I could I would have given this product ten stars.
Babies-R-Us customer, Omaha, NEI wish I would have gotten more of these over the other kinds that are available. It is hard for babies to wiggle out of these and you can change their diaper while their arms are still snug. I never used the car seat option, but it is nice that you can have your baby strapped into a car seat and swaddled. Most of the other swaddle blankets are not nearly as nice as this one.
Babies-R-Us customerA must have! We bought this prior to the birth of our son and brought it with us to the hospital for his birth. He developed pneumonia the morning after his birth and was sent to the NICU for a week. This blanket was so wonderful to have. He was hooked up to many tubes and needles, etc. and this blanket kept him from flailing his arms around and pulling something out. Once we brought him home, we wrapped him in this blanket every night and it stayed put. It never came undone or loose. It kept him warm all night. When we have our next baby we plan to buy a few more- one was not enough! When we had to wash it we hated to be without it.
Mom, N. CarolinaAn absolute necessity! This is an absolute must have for parents that decide to swaddle their babies. It is easy to use and you don't have to worry about it coming undone while the baby is sleeping. Buy at least 2 or 3 of these so you don't have to go without if one is dirty.
First time mom from NHThis Product Saved My Sanity! I had a very very fussy baby. I couldn't make her stop crying no matter what I did or what I tried. Finally, someone suggested swaddling. IT WORKED. But using a regular receiving blanket made a swaddle that only lasted a few minutes. With this item, she stayed swaddled overnight and STARTED SLEEPING THROUGH THE NIGHT AND STOPPED CRYING. I call it a miracle blanket!
Babies-R-Us.com parentI would definitely recommend this product especially to new parents. It is way less frustrating than using a regular receiving blanket to swaddle. I just had my first child and this works wonders when she is fussy and it also helps her fall asleep. My husband and I absolutely love it!
Babies 'R' Us customer, AlliMy one-week newborn son could sleep up to 5 hours long wrapped in the swaddle blanket. It is a great product which is highly recommended to all parents -- I wish I had bought it for my 1st child.
One Step Ahead customer, Long Beach, CAI have read tons of reviews that stated babies slept longer than they had once using this product. Having already received it as a gift and curious if this would be the case at our house; I pulled it out of the drawer and swaddled him up. I hadn't used it until now because at the hospital, our son didn't like being swaddled. First impression was that he went to sleep much easier and then as we went to bed ourselves, I joked with my husband about the chances of him actually sleeping longer. Now, I write this review (and I'm not one to write reviews) as I WAIT for my 6 week old to wake for his nightly/early morning bottle. We are approaching 6 hours (he never goes more than 4)! Needless to say, I'll be buying another one tomorrow.
Targe.com customer, KansasThese are great. We used them with my first child three years ago, and when baby number two was on the way we couldn't find hers, so we ordered more (I'm happy to say they have even improved). My son has outgrown the smaller one so we ordered two of the larger one. They keep him wrapped up so he doesn't startle himself awake and he's also safe in his bed with this blanket because he can't get out of it. We know he won't be able to get it up over his face or anything so we can all rest easily and peacefully. I can't even think of anything that I would improve. They make lighter weight ones which are great for our tropical climate. I would not have survived these newborn days without one of these. Get one!
Wal-Mart customer, St. Cloud, FLThis is my favorite of all my baby gifts. Our son slept in these until he was 9 months old. When he outgrew it we would move up to the next size. They kept him warm and secure all night. He started sleeping through the night at 10 weeks and has been a great sleeper ever since. I would recommend these to anyone having a baby. They are a God send! Every parent should have them for their baby!
Babies 'R' Us customer, TennesseeMy little boy is 4 months old and has been sleeping through the night since he was 3 months. The only downfall is that he would wake up in the middle of the night up to 4 times because he had come un-swaddled. The blankets that are warm but thin enough to use as a swaddle were just too small and would come undone through out the night. I had seen this swaddle me pop up on amazon and say "buy me, buy me". So I did. I found the only Large one left on the shelf and brought it home. We used it the first night. Heaven in blanket form! He slept through the night and stayed swaddled! It uses Velcro instead of the weight of the baby to keep him all bundled up. Would so recommend for all those babies who just need to be swaddled. You'll love it!
Mom from Fort Worth, TXAt first, I mocked the idea of such an item. What's wrong with just using a blanket. It is just another silly thing for parents to buy. ÊThen, I purchased one. How did I ever live without this convenience? If you are constantly reswaddling, or if your receiving blankets got to small, or if you don't know how to swaddle properly, then this is the item for you. In a few seconds your baby will be swaddled properly. Some of these blankets have bear-head velcros which make it extra cute. ÊFor me there is nothing more delicious than a swaddled fresh newborn.
Babies-R-Us customerThis is a great product. Because I had a large baby, I was only able to swaddle my baby a few weeks with the traditional blanket wrap. This wrap easily accommodates him and does not come undone like the blanket. He sleeps better when swaddled and I do not have to worry about loose bedding covering his face should he wiggle free. I tried another brand (First Years) and the shoulder opening is too large and he was able to wiggle both arms out as soon as I laid him down. This brand is by far the best. I purchased three of them so one is always ready.
Little Mom, GeorgiaGreat product for the infants. I don't know how to swaddle the babies. Every time I try it just comes all lose. I'm so glad that I found this product for my infant. Not only is it soft but, my daughter looks so cozy in it.
Amazon.com MomWhat will they think of next? I absolutely love this product. The lightweight, soft, 100% cotton materials is a great alternative to the heavier fleece for the warmer months. The neutral green color is wonderful for both boys and girls. It is easy to use and baby stays snuggly wrapped much better than the traditional receiving blanket. Mom and Dad can rest assured that your precious little one will feel safe and secure in the "SwaddleMe".
Mom, South Elgin, ILLast night was the first night in 10 days (my baby is 10 days old) that I got any sleep! I cannot say enough about this product. I have tried swaddling my baby, but she is strong enough to wrestle out of the blankets. This stays snug and is so much easier than folding the blankets! SwaddleMe is a great product. David now 3 months old sleeps comfortably through the night and nap times as long as he is swaddled. He wakes up so happy and playful. I tried swaddle me as a "life saving" effort when David was about 2 months old. I used to double wrap him in 2 receiving blankets. That worked great until he grew in strength and could work his hands loose (wakes up then). I still swaddle in one cotton receiving blanket then the swaddle me holds it all together.
Mom, South Elgin, ILThis blanket saved our sanity and helped our baby in many ways. The first night we used it was the first night he slept through the night. I found the blanket out of desperation when he was about 5 weeks old. He was colicky!!! Before we had it he would sleep maybe 3 hours tops, usually less. He was always waking himself up with his arms/hands rubbing his face. He slept 6 hours straight the first night we used it and continued sleeping through the night with it eventually sleeping 9 hours by 3 months old. We also used it very often during the day. His colic would come any time of the day and sometimes the only thing that would calm him was using this blanket and the techniques in Happiest Baby on the Block. (Which I highly recommend too.) I am convinced without this blanket he wouldn't have slept through the night until 4 1/2 months at least. And it worked wonders at calming him when he had colic. The blanket has also held up very well. I'm back on this website to order one for my pregnant friend.
Moms give this cozy blanket's Velcro tabs and leg pouch high marks and say it's a cinch to use anywhere.
Parenting Magazine, August 2003I put my baby in this blanket and he has slept each night for at least 7 hours straight. We have to wake him up to eat! Before this, he wouldn't sleep more than 2-3 hours at a time. 'Swaddling' him in a regular blanket was pointless because he would just 'break out of it'. My baby startles so easily and after he wakes himself up, he won't go back down. As a result he couldn't sleep and the lack of sleep made him even more inconsolable. Now he is a different baby. I have never written a review about anything before but this blanket has helped my little one so much and allowed my husband and I to get our sleep. Thank you!
Colichelp.com reviewI just love your Kiddopotamus products! I don't know how my husband and I would have gotten through the first few months without the SwaddleMe wrap and we also love the zip around blanket.
CindyThis product is fabulous! In fact I'm ordering some for my pregnant friends. My baby loves this blanket. She has been able to wiggle her way out of the traditional burrito wrap with the flannel receiving blankets but stays nice and cozy in this swaddle blanket. The lightweight fleece is great too for the summertime as it's not too hot for her. It has really made a difference!!!!
A mom from colichelp.comBest product ever! Okay, I have to tell you all with newbies that this SwaddleMe blanket is the best thing since sliced bread. My girls were car seat sleepers, screamed if put down in the crib. They've also been cat nappers in the bouncy seat only. I was reading that a super tight swaddle might help with these things, help them go to sleep and stay asleep. I tried, but couldn't get the hang of the swaddle, they always wriggled out. So, I bought this blanket. Now they are going to sleep ON THEIR OWN IN THE CRIB and staying asleep at night for 4-5 hour stretches. Yesterday, I started using it at naps and lo and behold - same thing! They went to sleep on their own and stayed asleep in the crib for 2.5 hours. It was amazing. This morning, I had them in the bouncy seats and they would fall asleep, wake up, fall asleep, wake up. So, I took them upstairs, put the blankets on and BAM they both fell asleep on their own, no nursing or rocking! With in 3 min they are napping happily up there with out stirring. It just blows my mind how effective the SwaddleMe is! So, if you are having sleep troubles, check this out. It's very easy to use. I still bring them to bed with/ me if they wake at night, but the interesting thing is, I don't have to nurse them back to sleep every hour. If it's only been 2 hours and they wake up, I'll put them to bed next to me and they just go back to sleep. No nursing needed. I'm trying not to start the constant nursing habit like I had with ds. I nursed him for everything. While nice, it didn't teach him the best of sleep habits. So...we are enjoying the best of all worlds, cosleeping, crib sleeping, nursing, etc., with the help of this fabulous blanket!
colichelp.com customerThis was a wonderful invention for our baby. She is able to sleep with out startling herself now and she can stay warm. We ended up purchasing an extra SwaddleMe to have on hand for when one is in the wash.
Our baby was born with marks on her hands from sucking them in the womb. In this blanket we secure her quickly and she can wiggle her hands free if she needs to. Most swaddle blankets do not allow her to have her hands free. We are able to swaddle her with her hands down or we can loosen it up so she can get just her hands free. In other swaddle blankets (Including the miracle blanket), she becomes frustrated because she can not break free and that ends up waking her.
We have also started using this in the car seat so we do not have to bundle her in a coat which saves time. We also add a blanket over her to add extra warmth.
Amazon.com CustomerMy wife and I just recently had our first baby and like so many of you out there, wanted the best for our son and was suckered into buying every product known to man. Ironically, we did not buy the SwaddleMe wrap because I thought it looked silly and would be useless, I mean how many babies need swaddling anyway? This was the "first time dad" stupidity and lack of experience talking.
Luckily, friends bought this for us and told us that we would soon learn that this would become our best friend and lifesaver. Boy were they mind readers! A blanket is a joke to swaddle a newborn in. Our son broke free almost instantly. I swear only a skilled nurse can wrap them as tight as they needed to be. I thought they were taught this trick to fool us into thinking that we all had such quiet babies so that you would leave the hospital as quick as possible, before you learned otherwise!
One night I suggested that we try that "wrap thing" to see if it would work, a last ditch effort I thought. Holy Cow! This wrap is amazing!!!!! Yes your child will look like a human PEZ but hey, who cares as long as they're happy!
Our son now sleeps peacefully through the night and I am buying a larger size (4-6 months) for him since he is growing out of the newborn size. Buy it and you will sleep like you did before you had your baby, I promise!!!!!!!!!
Amazon.com CustomerOK...READY LADIES?!? HERE IS THE ANSWER TO YOUR PRAYERS!! We were having the same problem with our baby not sleeping without being swaddled. She woke herself up with her flailing arms without fail. She outgrew every single blanket we bought, big or small. One day, I came across a swaddle blanket with Velcro tabs, so I bought it (At the store Buy Buy baby). It was 0-3 months. IT CHANGED OUR LIVES!!! It was sooo easy to do and kept her wrapped ALL NIGHT LONG. Just make sure it is snug enough...but of course not too tight. When she started to outgrow it, we started to panic! (My doctor said it was fine to keep swaddling her.) So, I looked on-line and found www.babyslumber.com, and found the same brand for 4-7 month olds. We bought it right away and it's fantastic! They are cheap, too! $9.99 in the store, $12.95 on-line. best money you will ever spend! We gave the small one to our friend whose baby busted out of his blanket all night and constantly made noises. The first night she used it he slept for 6 hours and was quiet! The one we bought was the SwaddleMe blanket. The miracle blanket looks intriguing too, because it really locks down the arms...the main culprit. I bought one at Target too, I think it was First Years...but it was terrible and would not hold any baby, I'm sure of it. Before we found these god sent blankets, I tried to baby pin too...but please don't do that because she got loose and all the fabric ended up pinned around the top half of her body. Way too dangerous! I am so excited to share this advice with other mothers because I believe this blanket would work on every baby!!!!
BabyCenter.com CustomerI'm not one to write reviews - but felt that I needed to throw in my support for this item.
In December I took a chance and registered for two of these - and it was one of the best decisions I could have made. My husband and I have been using the swaddle wraps from the first day we brought our daughter home from the hospital and cannot say enough good things about them. It makes swaddling incredibly easy - and the Velcro tabs are secure enough that our "wiggle worm" (as called by the Labor & Delivery nurses at the hospital) can't wriggle her way out. Our ONLY regret is that we didn't bring them to the hospital with us to use when we were there! We're now looking for a couple more - but in larger sizes and in cotton for the summer months.
Amazon.com Customer Menotomy, INThis allows parents of newborns to sleep at night. We could not have survived with out this blanket, an absolute must have.
Amazon.com Customer O.C., CAWe love Kiddopotamus products and this one is no exception. We don't use this anymore because my daughter is a toddler but we used it since the day my daughter was born and we brought her home from the hospital. No slouching, very comfy and cozy - a definite must buy for any baby shower. (In fact I've bought quite a few for friends having babies.) AWESOME. Yeah Kiddopotamus!!
Amazon.com Parker, COI am a travel journalist and author to the award-winning guidebook series : Take The Kids... (Cadogan Guidebooks) I spend my working life touring the globe, mainly with my 9 year old son, writing about our experiences for the world's newspapers, magazines and websites. Now, as a new mum to a second (3 week old) son, I wanted to congratulate you on two Kiddopotamus products that I have used each day, for most of the day, since young Jack's birth. The Snuzzler and the Swaddle-me have both proved absolutely invaluable. I have already taken short trips with my new son, ensuring both items were stowed within easy reach. Next week we are due to take Jack on his first transatlantic flight. He'll be 'dressed' in his Swaddle-me, the bassinet lined with the Snuzzler. I recommend both items to all new parents, whether they are on the go, or taking it easy at home. Keep up the good work. And thanks.
R. YoungThis was giving to me as a present while I was in the hospital. It made my life so much easier. I didn't have to swaddle him using the receiving blanket, which I wasn't very good at anyway. It was so easy to use and I got so many compliments from the nurses who constantly unswaddle and swaddle babies all day long. When my baby was fussy during the day all I had to do was wrap him in this blanket and he calmed down instantly. I was given so many receiving blankets for my baby shower because everyone told me babies need to be swaddled, but now all I use them for are burp cloths.
Amazon.com Port Washington, NYMy son would easily fall asleep, but had a hard time staying asleep. We tried swaddling him in blankets, but he would always escape no matter how tight we thought we had it wrapped. The velcro on the Swaddle Me blanket helped keep him bundled tightly. He would smile at me when I would get the blanket out before he went to sleep. My son was born in the early summer so the flannel blanket worked for awhile, but the cotton blanket was great for the hot nights. My baby was almost 10 pounds when he was born and 22 inches long so I ended up buying the large size eventually. The small size still got a lot of use since we used it every night.
My son doesn't need to be swaddled so tightly and likes to have his hands free, now that he is 4 months old, but I will sometimes use the small size for naps. You can wrap it lower on the body to secure the baby's legs, but they can have their hands free. I have lots of friends having babies right now; the Swaddle Me blanket is always included as part of their gift.
Cam's Mom, ORI love this product so much that every time I see a pregnant woman, I recommend it to her. It is wonderful at calming babies because it re-creates the tight feeling of being in the womb. The problem with using blankets for swaddling is that my baby would often kick the blanket off. What's great about this product is that the Velcro keeps the blanket wrapped tightly. Read more about swaddling from Dr. Harvey Karp's "The Happiest Baby on the Block.
One Step Ahead Customer, Port Hueneme, CAThe fleece Swaddle Me is fantastic. My newborn son slept incredibly well when swaddled. I received it as a gift and ended up buying two more. It fit him well but he was a big baby (almost 11 lbs at birth), so I can't speak to its fit with small babies. He got his hands out a few times as well but he was never able to "Un-Velcro" it. I highly recommend it.
One Step Ahead CustomerOur little one loves to be swaddled in this wrap. Instead of laying his arms flat down by his side I fold them up and put his hands right under his chin. He loves to touch his face and suck on his fingers but still likes the fact that his arms/forearms are pinned down. He started sleeping for 5-7 hours in the first 2-3 weeks at night and I attribute some of that to the comfort he feels in this blanket. I have never found the blanket around his neck.
One Step Ahead CustomerBest Swaddler out there. This is the best Swaddler you can find. It is so great that you can get it in a large size. It is also available in cotton material too, not just microfleece in the large. Worth every penny. Don't bother with any other brand.
This is by far THE best purchase I've made for my baby. It is easy to install and use, does exactly what it is designed to do (provide protective shade from the sun with incredible coverage) and is relatively inexpensive. I searched far and wide for a long time for such a product. For months my baby hated to be in her stroller because of the glaring sun. With this stroller shade, she can now enjoy the outdoors comfortably. More importantly, I can worry less about her exposure to the damaging effects of the sun's UVA/UVB rays without having to use chemical sunscreens which are not recommended for young infants.
Babies-R-Us customer, Toronto, ONI saw this shade on a few websites and really thought it was neat. Being a mom of 2, I can't tell you how many amusement parks, zoo's, the beach, walks, etc. I've done where my kids (who sit in a double stroller) have been pelted by the burning rays of the sun because the existing stroller canopy doesn't shield enough. We live in California and the rays can get pretty darn hot. The canopy attaches to any stroller over your existing canopy with the use of Velcro straps. It can be raised or lowered with ease. I've lowered it just above the bar on my stroller while my little ones have slept (that is how low it can go). There are 2 side pockets to hold bottles, sippy cups, and a water bottle for mom etc. It is made of the same material they make cyclists shirts from. This is a great product at a great price. I highly recommend it to anyone who was once like me putting baby blankets draped over the stroller canopy or even a bath towel to shield the sun. No more with this shade!
Babies-R-Us customer, Sunny Southern, CAThis is one of the neatest baby products out there. I first saw a product just like this many months ago on another website when I was still pregnant with my son. Back then I said I would definitely have to buy one for my stroller, but the only thing that kept me from doing so was the price-- the other stroller shade, which I believe was exactly the same, was about 4 times more expensive than this one!!! So I held off and couldn't have been more excited when I ran across this one in my local Babies-R-Us. Even though my stroller has a canopy that is a little more generous than most, there have been many occasions when we've been out on walks and my son has been startled from the sun blaring in his face or the wind hitting him. Now we can go on walks without me having to worry about my son getting sunburned. The shade attaches over your stroller or infant seat's existing canopy and can be adjusted higher or lower to provide more or less coverage. On my stroller I can pull it down almost all the way down to my son's napper bar which is also great to block out the light if he happens to fall asleep. I highly recommend this product.
Babies-R-Us customer, San Diego, CAI absolutely LOVE your Ray Shade -- I was searching for a clip-on parasol for the stroller and the guy at BabiesRUs recommended this product... I was skeptical, but WOW it was PERFECT! We took my 10mo old to an airshow, and it kept her shaded (in 95 degree weather with 90% humidity) even walking directly into the sun -- now you just need to make one to attach to a backpack carrier! I really liked how it stays open, even with stuff piled up on top of the stroller (the canopy the stroller comes with always collapses back). Thanks!!
Hampton Roads, VAThis is a great product and I'm glad I went ahead and bought it. I go jogging with my daughter nearly every day, so I needed something that would block the sun well. I had been using a light blanket and clothespins, but wouldn't you know, just as I got going at a good jogging pace, my daughter would remove a clothespin and the "shade" was no more. I was stopping to fix it more than I was actually jogging.
With this sunshade, she can't undo it...although she tries! I can pull it all the way down (as low as I can on my particular jogger) and she can still see out but is shielded from the sun. I like the side pockets - great for keys and small items - and the Velcro tabs are easy to use.
The only drawback - and this is such a minor issue, probably hardly worth mentioning - is that the shade doesn't fold up all nice and compact like the instructions say. I wrestled with my shade for awhile before I finally got it folded up (it was a matter of "doggone it, this thing isn't going to get the best of me!")...and even then, it wasn't very stable. My suggestion - keep the little bag it comes in and semi-fold it and store it in that.
All in all, this is worth it. Wish I'd had one when I started jogging with my daughter last year!
Amazon.com CustomerThis is a great product. It shaded my 1 year old under the hot sun at a very popular theme park in Orlando, FL. It even fit on the double stroller you can rent there. It was wonderful.
Mom from Old Bridge, NJThis is a fabulous item!! Easy to use, works great for my twin girls who will not wear sun hats. A must have!
One Step Ahead CustomerVery satisfied. I purchase a lot of items through the internet and am not always pleased with some, but I am pleased with this one. Covers much further forward than the shade that is connected to the stroller and have to worry less about baby getting sunburned. Have recommended to friends that have also purchased and are very satisfied.
Mom, Springfield, NEHave just put this on my stroller and it is awesome, very easy to attach and great coverage from the sun, you can even pull it down to cover the whole open area when they are sleeping....love it, wish I had of known about it when I had my first baby.
Mom, San Diego, CAThis is great! We bought 2 so one could always be clean. They wash well, are soft and appear very safe. Very easy to use. They don't ride up around her face or have buttons like the other one I got as a shower gift and don't use.
Parent Babies R Us, Madison, WII can not say enough wonderful things about the BeddieBye safety blankets. We purchased 2 and have been thrilled with their sturdiness, softness and ease of use! The side zipper and Velcro tabs make it easy to bundle up your baby, whether he's squirming or asleep. The blankets are soft and warm, and I love how the arms are open to prevent overheating. Simply put your little angel into his PJs and zip the blanket around him - you can all rest assured that he'll sleep safely and soundly. I HIGHLY recommend this terrific Kiddopotamus product!
Beans Mommy, PAAnother great product from Kiddopotamus, These sleep sacks are the best we've tried. They have a much better fit, very soft material and opportunity to grow with your baby. We have dressed our baby in a onesie with light sleeves to make sure her arms stay warm enough in the sack. We love all the products we've tried from Kiddopotamus.
Parent Caldwell, IDWhat a great product!!! I just received mine yesterday in the mail and had my 2 month old boy sleep in it last night. Boy did he sleep well!! I'm a paranoid first time mother (as most of us are) and was concerned about loose blankets causing havoc. Once Troy started moving around in his crib while sleeping. Now I don't have to worry about it!! This will be the baby shower gift I buy from now on!! Thanks for removing one worry from motherhood.
I love the BeddieBye Zip-Around Safety Blanket. It is so great to have such a nice product to put on your baby for bed and know that they will be covered up without having to put blankets on them. The blanket is so soft and very easy to put on and take off.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerThe way that this item zips open all the way around is great. It makes it much easier to put a baby into whether awake or asleep. Of course the safety feature of the item, as opposed to using loose blankets, is a plus. It is made of soft material and has adjustable shoulder straps to grow with the baby. I really thought the enclosed safety information on SIDs, crib safety, swaddling and Web sites for additional information was great too. I like that this product zips all the way open so that a sleeping baby can be put inside with less chance of waking up. Additionally, you can change a diaper without taking the whole thing off, which is more convenient for nighttime changes.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerThe material is so soft! Very nice. I loved that it kept little ones who may move a lot covered up so moms don't have to worry. It's very easy to use. Whether used at night for bedtime, or while out at the mall, it's a great way to keep Baby covered up, warm, safe and comfortable.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerI ordered these sleep sacks because they were cheaper than the Halo's and they looked like they would work just fine.I am so impressedby them that they will always be a gift that I give. The price is better, the material is better, the fit is better, the design is better. Need I go on? They are so much easier for getting our little girl into when she is tired and the zipper doesn't get into her face when she is upright on my shoulder. If your baby is under 6 months get both the large and small. If your baby is over 6 months just get the large. This is one item that a bargain is really better!!!
Mum in MontanaThese sleep sacks are the best we've tried. They have a much better fit, very soft material and opportunity to grow with your baby. We have dressed our baby in a onesie with light sleeves to make sure her arms stay warm enough in the sack. We love all the products we've tried from Kiddopotamus.
Parent from IdahoOur car seat said it was for newborns but there wasn't any head support and his poor head flopped side to side when we made a turn. Until your baby can hold his or her head up on their own I definitely recommend this product. We bought it and it keeps his head stable and he looks much more comfortable and safer. It also kept the straps from chaffing his neck. It is adjustable so we will be able to keep using it as he grows to keep him comfy. When we brought him in to his checkup in his carrier his doctor commented on what a great thing it was we got him a head support.
New Mommy, MarylandWonderful head support! I first bought a Cradler for my now two year old when she was a newborn and she is STILL using for napping on the go! Now I am buying another for our new little guy. It really does cradle their little noggins -- much better than the head support that comes with the car seat. You can adjust it for whatever width your baby's head is.
Jill, Alexandria, VAI have purchased many head supports but nothing worked like this one for my newborn. It kept his head from falling to the side in his bouncer, swing, stroller and car seat. You must buy this.
Babies'R'Us customer, NY, NYI bought this for my second son's infant car seat before he was born. My first son always had a slumpy head in his car seat and the rainbow shaped head supports were useless. This works great. It did a wonderful job of keeping his head supported even when we were coming home from the hospital and I am still using it today, 5 mos. later. I wish I would have had one for my older son, and I would definitely recommend it.
Amazon.com customer, Megan S.I have two children now, and I wish this item had been available when my older daughter was born. I have tried everything to keep my babies' heads from slumping over in the car, and nothing worked 100% of the time. This however does. It is one of the best things I have ever purchased for my child and it's very inexpensive.
Amazon.com customer, B&M's MommyIt is a great head support. My beautiful baby girl is 14 months and big (27 pounds). It was horrible to see her fall asleep in the car seat with her head hanging. This was the solution, now she falls asleep super comfortably with the support of the Cradler Car Seat Neck Support. I tried other ones (three more) and there is no other that really supports her head. 100% RECOMMENDED!!!
OSA Customer, Miami Beach, FLLove this product, it supports my little ones head properly, not over his head which seems to be such a waste of time. I can see us using this Cradler when he is a toddler and takes naps in his chair.
Parent quote from One Step AheadI liked the fuzzy soft fabric that was used and the cushions provide just the right amount of support. I also thought that the adjustable Velcro was a great idea so it can grow with your child.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerThe most positive characteristic of this product is to help support a child's head in a car seat or any other place they may need head support. As well, the product is made of a soft, comfortable material that is easy to clean. And the product is adjustable for use over a period of years with your child.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerI love this! It is a great idea and so very easy to use. The fact that I can use it when my baby is in the front carrier, stroller, car seat is fantastic. I also really like the hand warmer pockets to touch my baby's legs and also to store a few small items like keys or credits cards.
One Step Ahead customer, Lake Bluff, ILThis blanket is really big and super-soft -- it stretches for a perfect swaddling wrap so it is much more effective than the flannel ones. The booklet that comes with it has great tips for swaddling and I finally feel like a pro after having had two other babies who I could never swaddle because I did not figure it out! The cap is cute too, but I probably will save it for cooler weather.
3 Times Mama, Chicago, ILI wish this was around when I had my first two kids!! This blanket was a life saver night after night! My husband was able to swaddle our daughter and they would both go to sleep together. Every mother needs two swaddles so you always have a clean one.
Crazy Mom of 3, Houston, TXI purchased this to protect my daughter's neck from her car seat straps in the summer when she's wearing sleeveless shirts or dresses and it's perfect! She's much happier without the straps digging into her skin. They're super easy to put on and off and cute as can be! I highly recommend this product!
Mashira, Higher Elevations, NYThis product was purchased for my 3 month old daughter. We had problems with the head supports pushing her head too far forward in her car seat and if we placed her in her car seat without support her head would just fall to the side. These strap covers are perfect, they are adorable, soft and hold her head up just right. She also likes to use the bunny ears as a pacifier. I would recommend this product.
M. L. "New Mom", Tarpon Springs, FLWe were happy to find these. Our daughter sometimes gets rashes from her car seat straps on her cheeks and arms. These totally prevent it and can also be washed. They are nice and soft.
Hoboken mom, NJWe tried a couple different solutions to the "head-flop" problem in the newborn's car seat. These worked best. They're easy to adjust even when they're closed (the velcro is very strong) which is a plus when you don't want to wake the baby up.
Lynn H.These are so soft and cushy for my sweet darling's face. They are great for the cold weather too! I suggest getting them early on to help for head support as well but my daughter is now 5 months old and I just love them for the comfort and warmth!
Kris B., Bend, ORI love the Dreamsie. I tried other sleep sacks but my baby's arms were always cold. This one is very well made and easy to use, and my baby sleeps well all night in it. I don't know what the fabric is called, but it is the softest I have ever felt. It holds up well in the wash, too -- no pilling like the fleece sleep sacks I've tried. I wish it came in a large size!
Mama Sue T., IowaThis was a gift for my daughter and my newborn grandchild. My daughter loves it because it's quick and easy to change diapers in the middle of the night without the baby getting cold. She just puts a onesie on underneath with the diaper and she's good to go. The material is extremely soft and cozy, and it washes up nicely without frizzing or losing its softness. My daughter asked me where I bought it so she could buy another one, so it's a five star rating from this family!
Kate F., Pacific NWWe LOVE this thing. My 5 month old wears at night and for naps. Plenty of leg room for him to kick around. High quality fleece doesn't pill in the washing machine. Padded zipper cover so the zipper never pokes him.
New Mom, Evanston, ILI sure wish the Piddle Pad was around for my first child -- I had to buy a second car seat because I couldn't get the seat cleaned when he was potty training! The Piddle Pad is completely waterproof and protects the seat well. Very easy to use and easy to clean.
Babies 'R' Us customer, DallasThis is wonderful to have with an infant. Especially a breastfed infant who has a lot of accidents. I had one for the car seat, the swing, and the bouncy seat. I never had to worry about stains or washing on anything. I just threw this piddle pad in the wash. It's especially good in the car seat when you're not close to home. You just slip on another pad and don't have to worry about your baby sitting in its mess. I would definitely say this is a must!
Babies 'R' Us customer, ShariLove it! Love it! Now I'm back to buy more. My 20 month old has proven to me how well this works! Now I am getting one for my husband's vehicle and one for the new arrival in August!
One Step Ahead customer, Marquand, MOThis product was invaluable when I was potty training my daughter. If I had known of it earlier I would have used it from the beginning to prevent having to take apart, wash, and put back together car seat coverings due to diaper accidents. I am purchasing two for my stepson and his wife to use in a cross-country trip with their 16-month old.
One Step Ahead customer, Fairfax, VAWe got this item as a gift and even before opening the package, I thought "FINALLY!!!". We've had a few leaks on long road trips and the PiddlePad is fantastic. Now it's just one little easily washable insert to throw in the wash, instead of trying to wrestle apart the car seat to take the cover off to wash it. And then you have to try and get it all back together again. Ever seen a second-hand car seat at a consignment store or garage sale??? Now you know why they're so filthy! No one bothers to pull them apart to clean them. We can't rave enough about the PiddlePad!!
Mom, Toronto, ONIt is a great idea! No parent wants to have to undo the car seat when a child wets it or stains it.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerI had just been thinking the week before that I needed a product like this due to my son's accidents in the car and having to wash the car seat after which is a pain. I was thrilled to receive this product! It was the answer! It works, plain and simple. And then you can wash the product and not the seat.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerTested by at least 15 moms on all types of strollers, the PiddlePad was selected by mothers across the country for inclusion in Parenting Magazines feature on the best of stoller accessories: "This is such a great idea because some parts of the stroller aren't easy to take apart and get clean. You just put the pad on the seat and then throw it right in the washing machine whenever it gets dirty."
Jill Organ, Wauwatosa, WII recently purchased your wonderful Piddle Pad and am SO thrilled with your product. Being a first time parent my husband and I had so much fun shopping and buying "all the best" items for our baby. Unfortunately, many things were not terribly practical, such as the high chair. It has a beautiful plaid fabric cushion which is now a soiled mess... and that's just from the zwieback toast! My first attempt to remove the "removable" padded liner from the car seat was a tiresome affair. I finally managed to remove it and wash it, but then had to deal with replacing it. What a hassle! Your affordable, easy to use Piddle Pad is just the ticket. Thanks so much!
Julie, Kansas City, KS"I highly recommend these to anyone and everyone. I bought these and have used them time and time again. I give them away for baby presents knowing these will come in handy to any new parent. Though they look at me funny, they find out real quick how useful these are. I used them in everything (high chairs, bouncers, swings, etc). Soon enough, I'll be using them in the booster seats as I enter the potty training stage in life. Saves you time from disassembling car seats for cleaning. A++"
Layla Pace, Suffolk, VA"I love this product, the PiddlePad. It has saved me tons of money from not having to clean our car seat when my little boy has had an overspill. It holds a bunch of liquid and it catches it in the area most other products seem to have forgotten about, the groin area!! Love it, highly recommend it."
Reviews from OneStepAhead customersI love this cover! It's fabulous for keeping out cold drafts and the wind on windy days. I like that I can store pacifiers or my keys or w/e I need in the lil pocket and its far enough away that baby cant reach it. The fabric is very, very soft and plush and just a great overall product. Fits infant car seats and strollers very well.
Happy Momma Jessi S., Omaha, NEThis worked wonderful! Unlike other bucket covers, it doesn't go under the child, only over them. Great since then there's not as much worry about baby overheating in the warm car. Kept baby plenty warm enough without having to put a coat on them. Too, then there's nothing between them and the car seat - a safety issue that everything you read warns against since it can prohibit you from getting the child buckled in tight enough. I used this with both of my children and it was definitely something we couldn't do without!
Babies'R'Us customer from Dearborn, MII used this for my daughter who was born in January. It was great! It is so easy to use, machine washable and durable, still looked brand new after using it for several months. I loved that I did not have to dress her in warm, puffy bunting any time we went out. I could place a blanket over her under this pouch and not have to worry about the blanket slipping off. She was a very alert baby and liked being able to still see out as well. I recommend this to anyone who will have a little during winter months!
Babies'R'Us customer from OregonIt's a great idea. The Cover fits right over the car seat and stays on as we tote our baby around. We don't have to worry about too many blankets or things that will pose a potential threat to him. It zips up to his head so that he can stay warm but we can still see his face. It's easy to zip down so that we can cool the baby off or do whatever we have to. And most of all it keeps him warm without having to use much else. We love it!
Babies'R'Us customer from IndianaA must have for all babies born in the cold months!! I have twins and could not imagine having to deal with coats and such. These have cut my time getting out of the house to nothing!!! Great Product!
Mom of Twins Levittown, PAI brought my son home in the coldest month Chicago had in years. This bunting was a lifesaver -- I never worried about him being too cold or overheating, it keeps him nice and snuggly. It fits right over the car seat (we have a Graco SnugRide) with no problem.
The best thing about this bunting is it only goes OVER the car seat, not underneath the baby, so it doesn't interfere with the safety of the seat -- nothing comes between the baby and the straps. Also, there's less chance of the baby overheating that way.
I don't know why anyone would buy a {competitor product named} when this product is available - it's cheaper and safer!
Mom, Chicago, ILWONDERFUL. We have been using this for three or four weeks. It is very windy here so blankets just blow off. This is very nice looking as well as functional. We get lots of compliments. It is well worth the money!!
Mom from KansasVery Cool and Very Warm . This is the first review I've ever written, but I like this thing so much, I felt like I needed to review it! My baby girl was born in November and after fussing with blankets to try to keep her covered and warm for about 2 weeks, I purchased the Posh Pouch. We are LOVING it. No more bundling her all up just to have to disturb her when we arrive at our destination by taking off jackets, etc. We just put her in her regular clothes, put her in the car seat, zip her up and go. She stays toasty warm. If it is really cold, we do have to put a light blanket over the face opening while outside because the "collar" has some gaps in it when folded up, but there have only been a couple of times we've had to do that. I can't go ANYWHERE without people commenting on this thing. They love the way it looks, thinks it's a great idea, wish they'd had it for their kids, etc. My husband thought it was a little "over the top" at first, but when he found out how much I paid for it and heard sooo many other parents comment on what a great idea it was, he changed his tune and bought one for a friend who just had a baby.
Clemens, NC ParentThis has been wonderful for a cold weather new baby, it keeps the cold out, you can fold it up to keep out rain or snow and it seems to keep strangers grimy hands off of the baby as he is nestled deep into the carrier and covered by the PoshPouch. We get more comments on this cover; people stop us in the mall to ask where we got it.
Babies R Us FatherWe had our twins 12/20/04 and brought them home on a very cold day. Fortunately, I had received this product (times two!) at my baby shower. It keeps the babies warm, and the pouch can be folded in so their heads don't get chilly. Plus, we've received so many compliments on these covers! People always ask where we got them.
Parent of TwinsOur son was becoming a nightmare on the changing table. He would twist and turn and make diaper changes and clothing changes very difficult. I just bought this changing pad activity center and I LOVE it!!! I set it up yesterday, which took about 5 minutes to get just right for us. Then tried it with my son. It worked great! He was so distracted by the adorable sun and the chimes that he didn't know he got a diaper change and sponge bath. GREAT PRODUCT!!!
One Step Ahead customer, NCI love this toy! We keep it on the changing pad all the time, and our baby loves to look up at her reflection (it's a big mirror) and reach for the toys. She is so busy with the toys that she doesn't mind having her diaper changed at all!
One Step Ahead customer, CAWe originally bought this just because we needed a play gym and thought it was cute... THEN we found out all that it can do! When she was on the floor it was a great way to keep her entertained. The chime bug was her favorite, but she loved to bat at all of them. Just this week we moved it to the changing table because she can crawl now and it was not getting used on the floor any more. Now my daughter loves when I make the mirror (in the center) play the sunshine song and again a great way to keep her entertained. Good quality and lots of colors and textures. Great toy and one that even serves more than one purpose!
Kelly S., MissouriThe prettiest, cleverest toy made! I use this all the time over the changing pad -- keeps my baby happy while I change her. The toys all make different sounds and she loves to look up at herself in the mirror. Why didn't anybody think of this when I had my first baby? I use the play mat for tummy time -- it's beautifully made.
Rebecca S., Ann Arbor, MIMy son used this play gym and really enjoyed it...I folded it away when he sat up properly at 5 months. Now he is 8 months and will not stay still on the changing station. It is the perfect source of distraction. Talk about multipurpose. I will recommend this definitely for any one who wants value for their money.
C.S.E., New Orleans, LAI love this play mat. The toys that came attached have been some of my daughter's favorites. The mirror was particularly entertaining while she was an infant. It plays "you are my sunshine," and her face would light up every time we pushed the button. We now use the arch over the changing table, and our 1-year-old daughter is still entertained by it.
Mpls. Mama, Minneapolis, MNGenius! The prettiest, cleverest toy made! I use this all the time over the changing pad -- keeps my baby happy while I change her. The toys all make different sounds and she loves to look up at herself in the mirror. Why didn't anybody think of this when I had my first baby? I use the play mat for tummy time -- it's beautifully made.
Target.com customerFabulous & Multi-Purpose. We originally bought this just because we needed a play gym and thought it was cute... THEN we found out all that it can do! When she was on the floor it was a great way to keep her entertained. the chime bug was her favorite, but she loved to bat at all of them. Just this week we moved it to the changing table because she can crawl now and it was not getting used on the floor any more. now my daughter loves when i make the mirror (in the center) play the sunshine song and again a great way to keep her entertained. Good quality and lots of colors and textures. Great toy and one that even serves more than one purpose!
Target.com customerWOW! What an awesome product. My son is six months old and absolutely loves his WonderFun. Out of all of his baby toys, bouncy seats and noise makers I have not heard him giggle as much as he does when he is playing with the Wonder Fun. I have noticed his motor skills enhancing just since we got it. It is great to travel with easy to set up and store. Priced very well, I would label this a high quality product. I wish this was around when I had my first child. The changing adaptor pad comes in handy when trying to keep him occupied while changing those dirty diapers, he doesn't seem to squirm as much. I would suggest this product to anyone!! Thanks Kiddopotamus!
Mom in TennesseeI wish I had just bought this bib first when my daughter started eating solids! I love that you can actually get it FULLY clean again without laundering (There's enough stuff to wash for a baby already!)-- just use a wet wipe or a vigorous rinsing in the bathroom and it is ready to go. Anyone who has traveled with a nasty used cloth bib in their bag all day or gotten an open velcro bib ensnared in all the other laundry will appreciate the convenience of this bib. The crumb-catcher works great, too. It is especially useful for toddlers learning to feed themselves, because they can get the food out of the crumb-catcher and try again. Would recommend having this always in your toddler's diaper bag.
J.S., Danbury, CTThis bib is great! I say this because you can use it again and again, it cleans easily with soap and water, and it is easily portable. The plastic bibs on the market are good too, but this one is better! It doesn't catch or scratch your child's neck, it moves with them because of the bendable material that is used and it also has this wonderful big crumb catcher which scoops up everything dropped! Overall, I give it 5 stars!
One Step Ahead customer, KansasI love this bib, and so does my daughter. NO more fighting with her to put on the bib to protect her. She got hurt by one of the other plastic bibs that was too rigid and did not want to wear it anymore. This one is great, it is pliable yet still does the job, it cleans easily and I can take it out and about with me as it rolls up nicely and I can put it into the diaper bag. Highly recommend the Bibbity.
One Step Ahead customer, NebraskaLove that this bib is a soft, rubbery plastic that is sturdy; love the rounded "trough" pocket that catches food & drink; love that there's no velcro at back of neck, but instead has an adjustable neck closure that isn't easy for kids to pull off; love that it cleans off easily by either wiping, scrubbing, or rinsing off in sink, and dries easily; sometimes tomato sauce stains it, but just spray a little Clorox bleach on it, let it sit for a while, and rinse off; and most of ALL, love that this bib saves time doing laundry and getting out tough stains on clothes -- this bib protects a child's clothes, both the tops & bottoms. This bib lasts -- we've been using ours every day for over 6 months now! Try at least one of these if your child is eating solids -- you'll see why this bib is the BEST.
Target.com customer, MichiganThis bib is wonderful!!! Very easy to clean!! Soft so little ones will keep it on. The closure is sturdy so little hands can't rip it off before it has a chance to catch their crumbs!! Great at home or on the go because it rolls into itself, saving space in the diaper bag. Love it!!!
Target.com customer, TexasThis is the only bib we use and I think my son will need to go away to college with it. It is great! It's really comfortable on him (he would not let us put the hard plastic bibs on him) and it does not come off until we want it to (he tears off the velcro ones). The scoop catches everything and it is totally waterproof, so I save doing tons of laundry.
Rachel S., Ann Arbor, MIThis product rolls up and transports great! It is made of a durable, re-useable, easily cleanable material that I loved! I think it is a must have for every parent of a young infant.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerIt's a great concept. The small size is perfect for younger babies. It's easy to get on and off, and cleans up in a snap. It also rolls up so it packs nicely in a diaper bag.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerThe most positive characteristics of this product are that it is easy to use, clean and store. The pocket at the bottom aids in less mess for the baby who is learning to self feed.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerI had my son in December, so this item really came in handy. It keeps the elements out and the warmth in. I totally recommend it for winter babies.
Erin C., Dover, NHI LOVE mine and I would highly recommend it to anyone who lives where it gets cold! My daughter stayed nice and warm in her carseat and I didn't have to pile tons of blankets on top of her. It was easy to put on and very durable through ALL conditions!
S. Bartley, Vancouver, WAThese are very cute. The Teddy Bear appliqué is great. Nice color, too.
Pamela V., Perkinston, MSI bought these for my 3 month old nephew. I bought the hat to go with them. He looked adorable in them. His mom loved them too!
D.H., Elmira, ORBooties are better than socks. These Faux Suede Booties are great. My daughter is 7 months and always losing her socks. The booties are Velcro adjustable. The only downfall to these booties, is that you mainly wear them in colder weather. My daughter is big for her age, so I need up to 18 months booties, just check the size of clothing and socks before buying.
Victoria's MomI purchased 2 DuoMats recently after buying a new car. The mats grip my leather seats AND the kids' car seats without any slipping. They are high enough (and THICK enough) to protect the back of the seats as well as the sitting surface. I'm expecting baby number 3 in February, and the Kiddopotamus DuoMat 2-in-1 Car Seat Protector will DEFINITELY be on my baby registry!
Wal-Mart customer, West VirginiaI really like this item. It keeps itself in place on the seat and doesn't 'give' to the weight of the car seat somehow. Pockets are nice. Material is very durable and very easy to clean. Easy to install.
Alpha Mom, Littleton, COMy expectations were exceeded when I received this product. It is made of heavy duty material and has done well to protect the seats in our new car. I was looking for something low cost that would for sure do it's job and I got just that.
Rebecca B., Cedar Hills, UTWe love this mat. We just bought two...one for my toddler and one for our baby. The mats are extremely sturdy and they protect our seats, while keeping the car seat securely in place. An added bonus is the front pocket, which is perfect for storing small toys. Before this, we had some other brand and it did not work well at all. We are extremely pleased with this purchase.
Target.com customer, North CarolinaThis mat is the only one I have tried that really keeps the car seat in place. It really grips. It also adjusts for infant car seats and bigger kid car seats so you don't need to buy another one when your baby is older.
Jen H. - Falls Church, VAI love the non-slip quality of this mat and how easy it is to clean. Compared to other mats that we have purchased, this is far superior in its durability and ease of use. I also like how it can be adjusted to fit an infant seat.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerWipes clean very easily. I like the storage pouch in front for stashing small toys and books. It is great that it works with infant through booster stages.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerThe DuoMat provided for easy installation and ensures that the upholstery in our vehicle will stay nice and protected from damage from the car seats or spills from food and drink. The compartments on the front of the mat are nice for storage of toys and snacks.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerThis is great little organizer -- very sleek and well designed. I keep it stocked with just the necessities for getting out with my toddler and I no longer need the big ol' diaper bag I lugged all over the city for two years. Wish I found it sooner!
Gina T., NYCWe truly love this! We never really used a diaper bag before because they weren't very practical, too big and bulky and not really necessary. I used to throw a few necessities in my purse and we'd be on our way. Now we have a toddler and finally found a great bag for us! We have taken it traveling and use it for everyday life. Our backseat is much more organized now, too!
Mamacita, Portland, ORI really like this product. It's easy to use. It folds easily and is easy to clean. I used this product several times during the review and will continue to use it.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerI love this product! What a neat concept. The size is perfect for carrying Baby's essentials when running a quick errand. I love that is also can attach to the back of the seat for older babies, or just to help hold things when out and about. It also fits nicely on a stroller. And no clowns, frogs or dogs -- just a sleek black bag that could be mistaken for a nice bag.
iParenting Media Award Parent ReviewerGreat [...] for the parent who does not like to have a separate holder for the car, diaper bag, carrier for the stroller, etc. It is very versatile, black, which is stylish, sleek, easy to use and held a lot of items. I got a lot of use of the product and it helped to simplify my life.
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