Several of our reviewers recently received samples from the new line of moisturizers called Theraplex. This brand uses a special concentration of petrolatum for maximum effectiveness against irritated and severely dry skin. Many who suffer from chronic conditions such as psoriasis or eczema can benefit from their products. Read our individual opinions below and then [...]

My son loves Winnie the Pooh. I never intentionally introduced him to Pooh because I never imagined he would be the type of kid to be interested in honey pots and a bouncing Tigger, but when we were at the library one morning he saw the video and grabbed it.
It is one year later and [...]

Prima Princessa Presents Swan Lake was created by two moms who love to have fun and want young girls to dream. Their DVD inspires and stimulates young minds by challenging them to learn about classical ballet through music, laughter and nature. Two of our reviewers were recently offered the opportunity to view their DVD with [...]

Dora the Explorer will make just about any young child happy. When I was offered a new music collection from the “Vamos a Bailar! Let’s Dance” to review, my first thought revolved around my nieces (2 and 5 years old) visiting over spring break and keeping them entertained. We’re in the middle of packing a [...]

I love playing games with kids, because I believe it encourages strategic thinking. When I first heard about a new revolutionary toy that teaches just that I was thrilled to invite it into our home. ThinkBlocks don’t use the electronic gadgets that kids are used to, but instead encourage creativity and the natural ability to [...]

Welcome to Must Have Monday’s. Every Monday our reviewers will let you have a sneak peak into what we use in our homes and our lives. Here we will tell you about the things we can’t live without. If you have a “must have” item to pass along please e-mail us. We welcome contributions from [...]

Several of our Props and Pans reviewers recently received samples from Johnson & Johnson’s new Bedtime Toddler Wash and Easy-Grip Sudzing Bar. As you can expect, they each had a different opinion. Read their reviews below and then sign up to win some to try for yourself!

I recently received a bottle of Johnson’s Bedtime Toddler [...]

I love shoes. I’m not going to hide this shortcoming. I’ll buy shoes for myself, my husband and my sons, but when it comes to my daughters all bets are off. I started collecting shoes shortly after our ultrasound where the technician proclaimed that we were having not one, but two girls. Having been surrounded [...]

Our review team was recently sent some eye-catching Pin Up Lip Balm to put to the test. Our lips thank you. At least mine do, because the harsh winter has left them chapped and dry. They offer eight delicious flavors and each comes in a very creative and functional slide-top tin. They may look old-fashioned, [...]

I have a special child by nature who happens to life vegetables. So Lemonsquare was right up his alley. In fact, his favorite song was”Very Veggie.” I know that I have been blessed with a child who actually requests vegetables for snacks and takes his medicine without a problem, but I love songs like this [...]

Does Tomo & Edie sound familiar to you? Well, if you’ve been reading Props & Pans over the past month it should! One of our reviewers tried out their Kusakizome Kimono for babies a few months ago and now they are introducing a new line of vintage Japanese hair accessories.
I recently tested out their [...]

Chapstick is my best friend. I must keep my lips moist or else I end up licking them until they are dry and cracking. As a working mother caffeine is another good friend. So imagine my delight to find both of those friends in one unique product called Spazzstick.
It was developed by an Alaskan police [...]

I’m a sucker for stationary. In fact it might very well be the only girly thing about me. If it has pink swirly lines or fancy emblems, I fall for it. So it didn’t take much for Pose Prints to win me over with their custom designed cards. When I was first introduced to their [...]

When Polliwalks were first introduced to me I was angry, because I wish I would have created this type of kid’s shoe. They are beyond cute, but also offer more than just foot protection. Designed in four styles (ducks, lady bugs, gators and frogs) and available in a variety of colors, they certainly mix things [...]

I hate to admit this. In fact, I’ve tried thinking of a way to just say my son loved the new Backyardigans music album, Born to Play, but I can’t come up with the right words. So, I’ll just come out and say it. Yes, I was rocking out in my mini-van to their new [...]