Topic: Kids stuff

Chore charts for your fridge

201 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

When my kids were young, chore charts helped them to keep track of what was expected of them each day and weekly. I found that by raising them on the concept of everyone having chores, rather than the notion that they were “helping me out”, they felt pride in being … More »
A kitchen coloring book

206 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

I must have kids on the brain recently. I’ve been looking at all kinds of kid-oriented kitchen products, and look what caught my attention:
This Kitchen Coloring Book is available at Wilson’s Shop, originally made for the artist’s daughter to color and learn about kitchen gadgets and cooking. Twenty-four pages, printed … More »
Kid's favorite gadget: their Easy-Bake Oven

224 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

I can’t even tell you how much I wanted one of these when I was a kid. But my mom was a practical woman, and she pointed out that I could bake with her anytime I wanted to, real food in real sizes. And we did spend many hours baking … More »
Cupcake placecard holders

352 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

Now that the kids are back to school, these would be an awfully cute addition to a special birthday party for someone young or young-at-heart! I can easily imagine a grade school girl’s party with these holders at the table.
A set of four Cupcake Placecard Holders comes with eight blank … More »
Boost Seat

374 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

By Fred & Friends, for when Junior needs a little Boost at the table!
I really can’t find too much to say about this item! I think it’s a riot, but the actual yellow pages have always worked well for my kids. Still, it does have a nice butt-shaped surface, huh? … More »
Contest on SoloMother

394 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

Christina on SoloMother has a contest going on right now which ends Friday morning. She will be giving away a set of ReSnackIt bags (shown below).

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Bacon Bandages

430 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | 2 Comments

Bacon fever rages on, and here’s a totally silly entry into the fray: Bacon Bandages. I think they’re a riot, but what do you think? Has bacon-mania gone too far? On the other hand, everyone with kids needs to stock up on bandages at the beginning of the summer anyway! … More »
Dino Sticks

575 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | 1 Comment

One-piece chopsticks for kids (or for those like me who have just never quite gotten the hang of the real things!) The Dino Sticks come in a set with the 8 fun shapes you see above.
Image: HogWildToys
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Flatware for small hands

575 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

Real flatware for children. Sophisticated, but small. Because not every family wants cutesy!
Shown above is just one of the sets available from Oneida.
Image: Oneida.com
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Baby-Food Maker

581 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

This Beaba Babycook is an all-in-one appliance that cooks and purees your veggies, fruit, and meats baby-perfect. There’s even a little video for you to watch at the link.
The French baby-food maker that has won praise throughout Europe is finally available to American families. This compact countertop appliance multitasks … More »
Make your own gummies

583 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | 3 Comments

What a fun project to do with the kids: make you own gummies with this kit from Edmund Scientifics. Or to do with yourself if you happen to be a grown-up gummies fan. I love them, even though I actually broke a tooth on one when I was a teen. … More »
Potato Power - a clock for your kitchen

597 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | 2 Comments

Really, you could put this clock anywhere you wanted, but the kitchen seemed the most appropriate to me! This Potato Power clock can use other fruits and vegetables too.
Finally, a chance to play with your food!
The Two Potato Clock allows you to generate enough electricity to run a digital … More »
Temperature Controlled Faucet Light

599 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | 3 Comments

How fun would this be? This Temperature Controlled Faucet Light changes with the relative heat/coolness of the water. A great way to keep your young children from getting burned, a wonderful sci-fi light show, best of all, it’s simple to install!
Red lights illuminate the water stream when hot, … More »
Tilty: a better sippy cup

599 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | 1 Comment

Leaving behind that baby bottle for some toddlers is often hard to do. Sippy cups just don’t seem to give young children that instant gratification their accustomed to without having them tilt their head all the way back to get some fluid flowing. After awhile things get messy when children … More »
Solar Oven

603 days ago by Cyndi Lavin | Comment

If the cost of energy starts getting you down, or if you just love green living…or even if you want to do a fun project with your kids…here’s a Solar Oven that will bake your brownies for you!
Even though it looks like a harmless little thingie, there is a warning … More »