Category Archives: Bedtime

Projection Clock With Weather Forecaster: $59.99

Bedtime, Electronics, Fun stuff for parents

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Oregon Scientific has some great clocks that I want to share with you. 

This clock sets itself to the U.S. Atomic Clock, using radio waves for
split-second accurate time. The projection light can be rotated by to
90 degrees to offer a unique way to read time in the middle of the
night by casting the time in glowing red numbers on the ceiling or
virtually any flat surface.

When I wake in the morning I look up to the ceiling and not only do I see the time but I see the outdoor temperature as well.  With the temperature varying so much here in Atlanta, it is nice to know what the temperature is outside before getting Sebastian ready for school and without having to go downstairs and outside.  One more than one occasion, when Sebastian arrived home from school, he let me know that he didn’t need to wear his three layer jacket I demanded he wear because I thought it was cold outside. In addition to displaying the outdoor temperature, this clock displays a forecast image so you have an idea what the weather will be like that day.  How neat!

Everyone here who tested the Oregon Scientific clocks for review really enjoyed the projection and weather features.

The only aspect of this clock that I am not thrilled with is the fact that it can’t be illuminated 24/7 but only with the press of a button. This makes it difficult to view the time during the day.

Other features include an  8 minute snooze and crescendo alarm and an on screen calendar.

We have several Oregon Scientific clocks to giveaway. They are NOT the same as this clock but they are all projection clocks.  We will start the giveaway soon so visit daily and join our mailing list using the sign up form at the top of the site to be notified when we start the giveaway.

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Click here to browse Oregon Scientific’s selection of projection, weather, and regular clocks.

Handmade minkee chenille toddler pillow

Age 1-3, Age 3-5, Baby & Kids Clothing, Bedtime, Nursery & Room Decor, Personalized

DillyheartspillowEven though Madelyn isn’t old enough to have a pillow in her crib, she loves to have a soft pillow close by when tiddling around the house.  When I received this pillow, before I even touched it, I thought it looked like the best pillow ever.  Then, I touched it… Wow!! 
Dilly Hearts minkee toddler pillows are so soft, I wanted to lay down on it myself and I did. I felt a little bad  They are just the right size for your toddler to snuggle with, or lay down on while you are reading her stories.  Additional colors and
textures are available by custom order.  Have your child’s pillow customized with her name on it to make it a treasure she will share with her children.

I am going to post a photograph of Madelyn’s personalized minkee pillow soon.  We accidentally left it at Grandmother’s house which she is not happy about!  She loves her minkee pillow.

Dilly Hearts minkee toddler pillow cases are 100% polyester and are machine
washable. Pillow forms measure 12×16, are a 65% poly/35% cotton blend
and contain non-allergenic poly-fil.

Recommended for ages 2 and up. These and other pillows are not
intended for infants and should never be used in a crib.

Click here to visit the Dilly Hearts website.

Downtime Sleepy Hat

Age 0-1 year, Baby & Kids Clothing, Bedtime, , ,

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"Holy Cow!! That is so cute!"..is along the lines of what I said when I first saw this hat.  It really is such a cute hat and like no other I’ve seen on the market.

The Downtime Sleepy Hat is a
unique, fold-down sleep hat/mask that creates a
sleep-inducing environment for your baby.  It blocks out
visual stimulation to help babies fall asleep quickly and gently when they
otherwise just will not close their eyes.
      

I’ve got a funny story to tell you..  and it’s absolutely true. When we go on road trips, Sebastian has always put his silky full sized pillow over his face in order to calm down and fall asleep in the car. He’s done this since he was about three. However, I’m sure if he had the thought process and coordination to do this before he was three, he would have.  Children are naturally inclined to cover themselves to block out light and sounds when they are tired. That’s why baby’s tend to burrow into mom or dad’s shoulder or chest when tired.

Designed with safety in mind…the Downtime Sleep Hat is completely breathable, super soft, and very light-weight so that you can feel good about putting it over baby’s delicate
skin and eyes.

Adults have used eye masks for years to cover their eyes, now we provide the same soothing comfort for our baby!

Available in a few colors and in sizes 3-9 and 9-18 months.

Cute and functional, the Downtime Sleep Hat is a great gift idea for the new baby in your life.

WEBSITE: Downtime Sleep Hat

COUPON CODE: The Mommy Insider readers get 15% off with code MOMMYINSIDER!
 

Lamaze Dream Screen

Age 0-1 year, Age 1-3, Bedtime, Gadgets, Music, Nursery & Room Decor,

Lamaze_dream_screen1The Dream Screen is one of those toys that looks like something from the future.   The clean lines and bright colors of the screen make the Dream Screen captivating. The dual motion screen plays soft
music when activated by you or your baby.

There are three play modes.
The first is a 5 second mode. The music plays and the screen moves when baby swats the little yellow guy hanging down from the Dream Screen. You can also customize music
for baby by connecting your MP3 Player to the Dream Screen. This mode is great because it teaches baby cause and effect.
The second mode is a continuous play mode. When turned on, the Dream Screen will play music and the screen moves for 15 minutes.
The third mode is the MP3 mode. Attach your MP3 player to the back of the Dream Screen and baby can listen to her favorite tunes.

Below is a video of Madelyn enchanted by her Dream Screen. The video is pretty dark because I wanted to shoot the video at night so you can see the Dream Screen lit up.  If you look closely enough you will see Madelyn staring at the screen.

  


Where to buy: Learning Curve

Blankeaze – the kick proof, twist proof, wearable blanket

Age 0-1 year, Age 1-3, Age 3-5, Baby & Kids Clothing, Bedtime

Blankeaze_moms4life_2 I reviewed 2 Virtues’ Swadleaze swaddling blanket when Madelyn was a tiny baby and absolutely loved it.  I was recently sent a Blankeaze to review and love it even more!

Blankeaze is a wearable, twist proof, kick proof blanket. No more checking to see if the blanket is still covering Madelyn at night. YEAH!  The super soft fleece is flame resistant and makes for a very cozy sleep time. I put Madelyn’s pajama’s on and then her Blankeaze.  I haven’t found her curled up in the corner of her bed since she’s been wearing the Blankeaze at night.

You will notice in the photograph to the left that the legs have elastic ‘cufs’ near the bottom so the Blankeaze won’t ride up on baby while sleeping. I’ve never seen a mark on Madelyn’s legs from the elastic so it’s not too tight but just right.
In this photograph she is wearing the Blankeaze with the zipper in the back. At night though, I like to put the zipper in the front for easy diaper changing access. Yes, it goes both ways!  I wish I had a whole closet full of Blankeaze for Madelyn. They are truly one of those things that I use all of the time and will continue using until she can’t fit in them anymore.

Available in blue and pink, these make a great baby shower gift. The Blankeaze is available in sizes 6 months to 3T.

Where to buy: Moms 4 Life