Cast a Spell Like Harry Potter with These “Magical” Household Helpers‏

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Have you read the NEW Harry Potter installment -

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child???

Young and old readers everywhere have waited with bated dragon’s breath for the release of this latest Harry Potter installment! FINALLY, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child was released at midnight on July 31st. The magical story picks up 19 years after the last book and introduces us to Harry Potter, who’s now a dad! He has three children with his wife, Ginny Weasley, James Sirius, Albus Severus and Lily Luna Potter. His youngest son, Albus, is following in his father’s footsteps and is a first-year student at Hogwarts.

You may wish for magic powers as a parent many days but sadly you don't have them. But today I do have some “magical” helpers that will make life so much easier around the house. Check them out below:

BottomZz Up Potty Training Toolkit

If you are potty training your toddler like I am, then I bet you have wised for some magic...I know I have! I am really struggling getting my 3rd child potty trained!

But with this Potty Training Kit you can "magically" transform your tot into a prince/princess of the Potty Kingdom. This is the only potty training system that allows toddlers to feel the discomfort of their accidents!

The 100% cotton potty training underwear features proprietary technology that lets kids feel wet when they are wet, while wondrously trapping the pee to prevent leaks and messy clean ups.

The simple, all in one BottomZz Up Potty Training Tool Kit includes everything you need to smoothly transition your toddler to big kid underpants including:

• 3 Pairs of BottomZz Up potty training underwear
• 6 Absorbent inserts
• 1 Washable travel bag
• 1 Colorful reward chart
• 1 Month supply of stickers
• 1 Graduation certificate

I really love this kit and how helpful it is for potty training my son! I love that he can feel wet without me having to clean up a big mess with every accident! I also love that the kit includes stickers and a reward chart which is what I was trying to do before but now I can be more organized!

And it perfect for families on-the-go and this summer we are definitely constantly on the go! BottomZz Up offers the consistency, routine and encouragement kids need, day and night, home or out on the town.

MSRP: $97.45. Available online at www.BottomZzUp.com.

Flashlight Image Projector: Magic Lantern

And we are creating magic in the house with the older children with HABA’s Flashlight Image Projector: Magic Lantern!

Kid will love taking this Magic Lantern on their next sleepover adventure. HABA’s Flashlight Image Projector: Magic Lantern has three modes of play: a nightlight, projector lamp and flashlight. Kids can magically change between six images by turning the projector dial. A booklet includes hidden pictures that are not visible until the Magic Lantern is waved.

My children LOVE playing Hide 'n Seek around the house as a family so this Magic Lantern is so perfect for fun family nights and also using it at bedtime as a nightlight!

MSRP: $19.99. Available online at www.HABAusa.com.

Baby Care by e-cloth

Keep your little wizards safe from germs with Baby Care by e-cloth. With just water and a wave of the Chemical-free Cleaning Toy & Nursery Cloth, you can remove drool, grime, and hardened messes from all hard surfaces in baby’s nursery or the toy room. This reusable, must-have cleaning companion removes over 99% of bacteria from toys and nursery surfaces with absolutely no chemicals used. Plus, it’s guaranteed to last for 300 machine washes. 

 MSRP: $7.99. Available online at www.ecloth.com.

Miracle Blanket

Cast a sleeping spell on your infant with Miracle Blanket®, a safe and secure alternative to traditional swaddling. The Miracle Blanket® helps babies sleep better on their backs through 14 weeks, allowing freedom of movement from the hips down. With better, longer sleep, your little prince/princess will be less fussy, giving everyone (including you) the sleep they so desperately need. The fabric is a super soft 100% cotton knit that’s breathable so that it can be used in warm climates while still being luxurious enough to keep your baby warm in cooler places. For Birth-14 weeks.

MSRP: $29.99. Available online at www.miracleware.com.

Classic Rail Series Railroad PlayTap

Wizarding students everywhere can magically create train tracks for the Hogwarts Express anywhere in their home with the Classic Rail Series Railroad PlayTape from InRoad Toys. PlayTape revolutionizes the world of imaginative play! Available in different colors, styles and sizes… even curves! When play is over, PlayTape disappears right before your eyes in a flash with no messy residue! For ages 3+ years.

MSRP: $8.99 and Up. Available online at www.InRoadToys.com.

* Thank you to Salba Chia for their product for review! Disclosure - This product was given for review for my honest opinion. No other compensation was given.*

Get Potty Training Help with the Me-ify Potty Star App!

This post is part of a sponsored campaign with Me-ify Potty Star and MomSelect. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Although I have potty trained before with my first child, my daughter is very different than my son and potty training is not going as well this time around. Although my daughter LOVES to sit on the potty, she has not actually gone on the toilet yet and I feel like I have tried everything already. For now, we have stalled the potty training and I think I will try again in a month or so when she is a little older.

And when I do start again, I am going to be prepared because I have the handy, dandy Me-ify Potty Star app and my daughter is going to love doing it with me, designing a little character that looks like her, reading the potty book, and earning rewards on the app!

I really love that the Me-ify Potty Star is the all-inclusive potty training tool for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch! This comprehensive app features a personalized eBook starring your child, 5 interactive potty games, 5 original potty songs, a reusable star rewards chart and helpful potty training tips. Developed with parenting expert Julie A. Ross and created by the producers of PBS KIDS preschool television hits, Super Why! and Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, this app offers a rich and engaging learning experience that is based on developmentally appropriate potty training techniques.

Check out the app in the YouTube video below:

My favorite aspects are the rewards chart and the potty training tips for parents. The rewards chart is a great way to reward my daughter when she does go potty on the toilet without having to make a reward being food, candy or anything unhealthy. The tips are so helpful even with this being my second time around potty training. I can always learn more and I loved reading these tips and refreshing my memory on great tips for potty training!

My daughter loves to listen to the story, especially since it is starring her, and the games and songs are fun and also a great reward for going potty too!

Overall, this is a great potty training app for first time parents, second or third time potty training parents! There are great tips, fun stories and games, and children will love potty training when you use this app!

Buy It: You can purchase the Me-ify Potty Star app for $1.99 from iTunes.

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Flip Potty Trainer Kit & Giveaway

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I am planning on potty training my daughter soon.

And, although, I have already been through it once before with my son, my daughter may be more of a challenge and I am not really ready to go through the whole process all over again!

My first step was getting some transitional potty training underwear and cloth training pants. I cloth diaper my daughter so I really wanted some cloth training training pants so that it would be an easy transition.

So where do I look when I need all things organic and cloth diaper related???

Thanksmama.com

Thanksmama.com is one of my favorite natural baby stores! They always have everything I am looking for and I LOVE their selection of organic products!

Thanksmama.com is family owned and operated natural baby store. They offer a great selection of cloth diapering products, potty training pants, swim diapers, natural baby care products, baby carriers, bibs, toys, nursery furniture and bedding, strollers and much more. They look for innovative products that are good for the baby and the environment and they never forget that most families are on a budget. That’s why Thanks Mama offers the Lowest Prices, Free Shipping on orders over $60 within USA, 90 days easy returns; Buy Safe Guarantee and Price Guarantee. Thanks Mama does ship worldwide!

Thanksmama.com is dedicated to bringing the best cloth diapers, training pants and swim diapers on the market at the best value. They have many cloth diaper packages that have volume discounts built in, many come with complementary products and make shopping for cloth diapers in bulk easy. Cloth diapers for parents that are new to cloth are also available; they are great for trying different types and brands of cloth diapers. Thanks Mama has knowledgeable customer service that would be happy to help with any questions or concerns.

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So after browsing Thanksmama.com for what seems hours (I just LOVE EVERYTHING!!!), I decided the Flip Potty Trainer Kit would best fit our needs!

Flip brings you easy to use one size training pants that allow your child to feel wetness. The Flip Potty Trainer Pack comes with a one-size cover and three one-size organic cotton pads. The PUL waterproof shell has form fitting elastic with sides made of stretchy detachable tabs making these training pants easy for your little one to pull up and down. The side tabs attach securely with snaps and give you easy access for accident clean-ups. Sizing is adjusted with snaps on the front of the shell to fit from 18 months to 4T (20-50 lbs).

To use, simply place a replaceable organic cotton jersey pad into the shell. The organic cotton soakers are made with 6 layers of organic cotton jersey and attach securely to the shell with hook and loop closures. When wet remove the wet insert, wipe out the shell, place a clean soaker in the shell and reuse. For overnight use, bumGenius recommends a Flip disposable insert combined with a Flip organic cotton pad.

The Flip Potty Trainer Pack comes with a one-size cover and three one-size organic cotton pads.

I absolutely love the pretty color that this kit came in, I love that the pads are organic so my daughter always has the safest, kindest material next to her sensitive skin, and I love how easy it is to use. The minute I got this kit, it immediately made me want to get started potty training with my daughter!

Once again, Thanksmama.com came through for me and the stage I am in with my children! I highly recommend this site!

Buy It: You can purchase the Flip Potty Trainer Kit for $29.95 from Thanksmama.com

And make sure to use coupon code “5off” for $5 off a $50 order!

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Blueberry Trainers Review

Ju-Ju Monkey Inc, a Lehigh Valley cloth diaper webstore, tries its best to offer its customers a unique and growing selection of cloth diapers,cloth diaper covers, cloth diaper accessories, potty training and natural care products from trusted brands including FuzziBunz, bumGenius, Imse Vimse, bumkins, SLOOMB and Econobum.

They proudly offer many products that are manufactured in the U.S.A and make every attempt to use natural and/or green products. They gladly offer FREE cloth diaper consultations and cloth diaper parties to those in and around the Lehigh Valley. If you are not in the area, they can consult with you via, e-mail or Skype!

I generously received the Dinos Blueberry Trainers from Ju-Ju Monkey. These training pants are designed to feel like real underwear for those who are potty training. With an inner lining made with cotton velour, a hidden layer of super-absorbent microterry and PUL, these training pants will do the job of catching small accidents during the day. These trainers are only partially waterproof and not recommended for use overnight or for naps.

My Opinion

These Blueberry Trainers were perfect for small accidents and they are now one of the most trusted pair of trainers we own!

I like to put my son in these trainers in the morning when he tends to have more accidents than any other time of the day because I can trust them to not leak! Plus, they are so soft on the inside and I feel great putting them on my son!

Most importantly, my son LOVES them because of the awesome dinosaur pattern!

I recommend the Blueberry Trainers from Ju-Ju Monkey for all children who are potty training! These trainers are great for the early stages of potty training because they are great for accidents but they have so many cute designs to choose from that your child is sure to love putting them on!


Buy It: You can purchase the Dinos Blueberry Trainers for $15.95 on the Ju-Ju Monkey website.

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Snap-EZ Trainer Review and Giveaway

All the Snap-EZ Products are all made by WAHMs (Work-At-Home-Moms) right here in the good old USA!

They only use plush Fold Over Elastic in Snap-EZ Training Pants as it is so gentle on your child's legs and it's so stretchy that is makes these so easy to put on and take off! This allows your child to feel like he's now in big kid pants, not diapers, and allows for independence as your child is ready for it!

The Snaps make for great for cleaning up accidents, and make for quick and easy changes without taking clothing off! They also make for more thorough washing and faster dry times!

I generously received the Snap-EZ AIO Training Pants. They feature a durable, waterproof outer fabric, available in 11 colors, plus White, Custom Milled Cotton Velour inner (a "feel wet" fabric), Polyurethane Industrial Snaps, and soft yet durable plush Fold Over Elastic (FOE) trim. The inner Cotton Velour helps your child to know when they are wet, without feeling soaked like flannel and it's oh-so-soft on your child's skin!

There is also a 4 layer cotton velour soaker sewn inside for good absorbency while remaining nice and trim!

My Opinion

Since I started potty training, I am always on the lookout for new and better training pants and different ones for different events.

The Snap-EZ AIO Trainer definitely reminds me of all an AIO cloth diaper but it is just a little more lightweight and has side snaps.

This makes this trainer great for times where I know my son might have an accident or he needs better protection than normal underwear will give. For example, when we are going on a long car ride, I love to put these Snap-EZ trainers on him so I know he won't leak from a possible accident but yet he still knows he is wearing "big boy" undies!

I love the side snaps for easy removal in case of an accident but yet they can slide up like regular undies so that he gets the full underwear experience! I like that there are two rows of snaps to loosen or tighten the training pants!

I recommend Snap-EZ AIO trainers for all potty training children! These trainers are great for the early stages of potty training or for road trips because they give great protection and easy clean up, but yet still give the underwear experience!

Buy It: You can purchase the Snap-EZ AIO training pants for $22.00 on the Snap-EZ website.

Win It: Snap-EZ is generously offering (1) $20 gift certificate to a lucky winner!

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Conscious Children's Clothes Training Pants Review and Giveaway

Jennifer is a Mom of 2 boys and were inspired by her boys who love to ROCK!! She created Conscious Children's Clothes, a hip handmade line of clothing for kids. Conscious Children's Clothes are all designed by Jennifer and handmade by her with care so that all clothing is durable for your little one. Her items include clothing, blankets, and accessories for newborns up to size 6. Custom orders are always welcome!

I received two great pairs of training pants from Conscious Children's Clothing! I received a hand dyed black solid pair of training pants with ridem cowboy and a pair with cute blue & brown organic fabric on solid white.

My Opinion

Well, potty training has gone really well with my son! He stays dry all day, every day and even tells me when he has to go! Surprisingly, it was a lot easier than I thought it would be. But it really helps that I started early and my son is a REALLY fast learner!

One of the things that has really helped him enjoy wearing "Big Boy Undies" is the fun training pants he has! He always asks for his "horsey" undies from Conscious Children's Clothes! He loves them!

I love them because they are thin enough to not be bulky under his clothes, but yet thick enough not to leak with a small accident! I love the cute details Jennifer added with the horses/carriage on the black pair and with the blue and brown fabric on the white pair.

I recommend Conscious Children's Clothing for all your personalized, homemade clothing for your little one! You know when you buy from this Etsy Shop, you get will clothing made with care and love!

Buy It: You can purchase all custom clothing for your child from the Gaiababy Etsy Shop.

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Jack Be Natural Training Pants Review and Giveaway

Ah, Potty Training! Potty training is a big step for parents and kids alike. The secret to success? Patience — perhaps more patience than you ever imagined! I have definitely learned that this last week as I started the potty training journey!

Once potty training is under way, consider adding training pants - extra thick cloth that pull on like "big kid" underwear - to your routine. They'll allow your toddler to really feel wet when they potty in them. The wetness should send a signal that they had an accident and need a new pair of underwear.

The training pants from Jack Be Natural allow for accidents and wetness without feeling like you're potty training a new puppy. In other words, the extra absorbency in these training pants should hold a good bit during potty training, so that you're not constantly cleaning your floor!

I generously received the ImseVimse Training Pants. They are functional and stylish and are made with organic cotton. Kids love the trim and comfortable fit.

• Organic cotton knit outside with two layers of absorbent organic cotton terry on the inside, and one inner layer of PUL.
• Protect clothes from getting wet when small accidents happen.
• Recommended for day-time use only.
• Tips: For older children and heavy wetters, increase absorbency by adding one of our organic diaper liners. For extra protection, try adding a diaper cover, as needed.

My Opinion

Well, folks, one week after starting potty training, I think we have it down pat (almost!)! Luckily, my son catches on to things SO FAST so he was staying dry and telling me he had to go by the second day of potty training!

Sometimes, though, he gets really into something he is playing with and has an accident! I am so glad I have these ImseVimse Training Pants! They are not only really cute with the farm pattern but they are really thick! They remind me of cloth diapers but with the ease of being able to pull it up and down like underwear! They really held in any accidents and didn't leak! I put these training pants on my son in the morning when he seems to have more accidents!

The only downside is that after washing it a couple times after my son peed in them, they have a bad pee/ammonia smell that I can't get rid of - just like cloth diapers smell like after awhile! I am going to have to strip them with the diapers I think and hopefully the smell will go away!

I recommend the ImseVimse Training Pants from Jack Be Natural for all children who are potty training! You will love how much protection they give for accidents but make sure to wash them and rinse them well with hot water so that the smell doesn't stay!

Buy It: You can purchase the ImseVimse Training Pants for $14.85 on the Jack Be Natural website.

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Super Skivvies Training Pants Review and Giveaway

Super Skivvies are a convertible under pant to aid in potty training and bed wetting.

Super Skivvies feature one layer of soft 100% cotton interlock in the body, a rayon (from bamboo)/organic cotton velour liner in the crotch area, 100% cotton interlock waist and thigh bands, and no-roll elastic encased in the waist. The waist band is extra wide so that little fingers can get a good grip helping to pull them up and down on their own. Included is a removable insert consisting of three layers rayon (from bamboo)/organic cotton fleece. Just tuck the insert into the crotch lining, and your undies are trainers!

Bamboo is 300% MORE ABSORBENT than cotton. This means you will need less layers to absorb more liquid. Because there are less layers, Super Skivvies are much trimmer than a diaper, cloth or disposable. Your child will feel what real under pants feel like rather than continue on as if they were diapers, helping to make the transition easier. Super Skivvies are NOT an alternative to diapers. Including the insert, there are five layers of protection, enough to handle a single accident of an average two to three year old child. Please keep in mind that bamboo also becomes more absorbent with each washing, so if they do not hold an entire accident in the first couple of wears, rest assured that they will with each continued use.

My Opinion

I am starting the journey of potty training full steam ahead right now. Today he peed in his underwear every time I put on a new pair. Ughh..so frustrating!

One thing I learned today is to have a good thick pair of training pants on him to survive his pee-fest! :) I was so glad I had Super Skivvies Training Pants today because they held up through the rain of pee and through several washings!

Best of all, it had a super cute design of tools - my son's favorite toys (as you can see in the above picture - he is carrying around his screwdriver!) The design really made him want to wear the training pants because they were fun!

I love the extra insert to help with my son's pee waterfall and help eliminate major accidents! After washing the training pants a bunch of times, the underwear still looked and felt soft and brand new and fit my son perfectly! The insert did start rolling a little bit, but it was still absorbent! In fact, I believe they got more absorbent with every washing! It is like a mother's dream come true! :)

I recommend Super Skivvies Training Pants for all potty training parents and their children! You will love how thick and absorbable this material is but yet trim at the same time! The designs are super cute and your child will love wearing these super cute and comfortable training pants!

Buy It: You can purchase the XS Convertible Training Pants for $18.00 from the Super Skivvies Etsy Shop. 

Super Skivvies would like to generously offer all of you a discount to her shop. 

Use the code REVIEWSTEW for 20% off your purchase from Super Skivvies (superskivvies.etsy.com), EXCLUDES Special Offers and custom orders.

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(1) Super Skivvies Training Pants of choice and one Super Insert from Super Skivvies

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1) This giveaway will end June 30, 2011 at 12:00 P.M. (noon) central time.

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* Thank you to Super Skivvies for their product for review! Disclosure - This product was given for review for my honest opinion. No other compensation was given.*

Charlie Banana Organic Training Pants Review and Giveaway

Charlie Banana® was created out of a love for eco-friendliness, quality, and design. They wanted to design products that anyone would feel confident using on themselves and on their babies, and that they would recommend to their friends. They wanted products that make you feel good on so many different levels.

We live in a world full of chemicals, full of cheap items that do not deliver what they promise. There is a global lack of eco-friendly modern design, and such a waste of resources. Many of us do not realize the full extent of the chemicals we apply on ourselves and on our children - from food, cosmetics, clothing, personal hygiene and cleaning products we use. Charlie Banana wanted to make something truly unique and to promote items that are basic but so much better for the health of the whole family, for our world, and for everyone's wallet.

Charlie Banana® is an eco-friendly brand - they feel this is something important. Every single entrepreneur should try manufacturing greener products. We design and manufacture everything with reducing waste in mind.

My Opinion

Potty training can be challenging! I am kind of dreading the process but I am going to be going full swing into it in a couple weeks after our vacation! 

He already pees and poops on the toilet but I need to get him used to wearing underwear instead of a diaper!

That is why I am so glad to have Charlie Banana's training pants! They are made of luxurious organically grown cotton with a waterproof outer layer and some micro terry inside for absorption. They are so comfortable and will be a great way to transition from diapers to underwear - I love knowing that he has organic cotton against his skin so that no pesticides or toxins are getting into his skin! I love how they fit like a pair of underwear and do not look like a diaper!

I also received their super CUTE boxer shorts! These are seriously the cutest underwear I have ever seen for a little boy! And again, they are organic cotton which is so awesome! I love when I find super cute and safe, organic cotton products! 

I recommend Charlie Banana's organic cotton training pants and boxer shorts for all little boys who are potty training and wearing "big boy" underwear! You will love the super softness of organic cotton and the relief that  comes along with knowing your child has organic cotton against their skin!

Buy It: You can purchase the Charlie Banana training pants for $15.99 and the boxer shorts for $24.99 on the Charlie Banana website. 

Win It: Charlie Banana is generously offering (1) Pack of Organic Cotton Training Pants and (1) 3-pack of Organic Cotton Underwear to a lucky winner!

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(1) Pack of Organic Training Pants and a 3-Pack of Underwear from Charlie Banana

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1) This giveaway will end June 24, 2011 at 12:00 P.M. (noon) central time.

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* Thank you to Charlie Banana for their product for review! Disclosure - This product was given for review for my honest opinion. No other compensation was given.*

CookiesKids.com Review and Giveaway

Established in New York City in 1975, Cookie’s Kids has since expanded to seven store locations. Their newly redesigned website offers the same terrific selection you’ll find in their stores: clothing from newborn to young adult sizes, shoes and accessories, school uniforms, baby products, and all the latest toys. It’s no wonder Cookie’s has maintained a reputation as the World’s Largest Kids Department Store and the #1 School Uniform Headquarters in the United States.

At CookiesKids.com, you’ll always be able to find the latest children’s fashion and great gifts for any occasion. Their clear product pictures and descriptions ensure you’ll always know what you’re getting. They’ll even help you find matching outfits with the click of a button. From free shipping to free laptop giveaways, their online promotions are frequent and plentiful – join their mailing list to keep up to date!
I generously received the Safety 1st One-Step Trainer Seat and various Green Sprouts toddler dishware to review.

The Safety 1st One-Step Trainer Seat quickly attaches to the toilet for easy toilet training while allowing immediate adult toilet use. It reduces size of toilet seat allowing child to feel secure on the adult toilet. This is easy to install and affixes under lid and flips up. It has a built-in deflector shield which accommodates toilet training boys.

The dishware by Green Sprouts is as eco-friendly as it is cute! Made from recycled plant fiber, it is dishwasher safe, petroleum free, and features a sweet print or logo on each item.

My Opinion

CookiesKids.com is one of the greatest sites for children's products I have ever seen! They have everything for all ages and genders - and it is all in one place!! I love how they have great categories that break all their products into easy to find groups. I found exactly what I was looking for easily and with just a couple clicks of the mouse!

I absolutely LOVE all the products I received from CookiesKids.com!

The One-Step trainer seat was one of the coolest potty training seats I have seen! Plus, it is extremely affordable (only $8.99)! I LOVE how it quickly attaches to the toilet for easy toilet training while allowing immediate adult toilet use. I didn't have to worry about taking a toilet seat on and off the toilet everytime I needed to use the bathroom! I just flipped it up just like you would the toilet seat or lid! The seat size was perfect for my son's little behind and he sat comfortably!

It was also really easy to install (I did it ALL By MYSELF!!!). I love that!! It has a built-in deflector shield which accommodates toilet training boys. However, I did find that the deflector shield could be a little bigger because I found out (well, actually my sister-in-law did!!) that it didn't quite deflect and protect from spray like it should! :)

The Green Sprouts dishware was also awesome! My son is now eating like a full blown grown up but I didn't really have any child dishware - just glass (breakable!!) plates and bowls! I am so glad to have Green Sprouts dishware because they are not breakable and they are eco-friendly and petroleum free! Best of all, they are dishwasher safe and very easy to clean! Plus, on top of all that, they are super cute too! :)

I recommend CookiesKids.com for all your children's needs! They have everything you will ever need as your children grow from babies to older children! You have to check out their amazing selection of school uniforms, toys, and clothing for all genders and ages!!

Buy It: You can purchase all products I mentioned above on Cookieskids.com

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(1) $30 gift certificate to CookiesKids.com

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* Thank you to CookiesKids for their product for review! Disclosure - This product was given for review for my honest opinion. No other compensation was given.*