Tuesday, May 31, 2016

HDMI Splitter




This is a straightforward HDMI cable splitter box. You plug in your one HDMI cable (not included) in and plug in two HDMI cables coming out (not included) and you're ready to go. It does use a power adaptor (included) to power it. It's nice and palm sized, so it's not too big to take along with you if needed and it looks nice and inconspicuous if you want to set it on your entertainment stand. It's black/deep charcoal in color with lime green brand writing on top. You don't have to install any software or anything, it's just a plug and go kind of thing. Note: this is not an HDMI switch. It won't let you switch between two outputs or have two different screens, it will only put the same input on two screens. I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. #hdmi

Thursday, May 26, 2016

Meat Thermometer






This is a handy and easy to use thermometer. It includes a 1.5 Volt battery, so it's ready to use when you open the package. It has a little round handle at the top where the temperature is visible and there are a few buttons. These include a power button, a Celsius/Fahrenheit button, and a hold button. Attached to the handles is a nice long metal probe. You stick it into the food you are cooking and it will tell you the internal temperature of the food. You use the hold button to keep the temp on the screen when you remove the probe in case you can't see it when it's in the food. The whole thing is easy to use and pretty intuitive. It includes a small paper with some information on it including the temperature range that is able to be measured.

The amazon ad and the seller's email both said not to leave the thermometer in the oven (also it's not dishwasher safe), but when I received the thermometer, it had a little paper with instructions on it and that paper didn't say anything about not putting it into the oven and I didn't bother to get back on the computer and research it. So, I put the thermometer in the oven and left it there for a minute and it melted. My bad. So don't do that! You really don't need to leave it in there anyway as the temperature reading is really fast. I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. #chefrimer

Monday, May 23, 2016

Cloth Diapers





This is a pack of beige colored flat cloth diapers. They are about half and half hemp and cotton which is nice and breathable. The fabric is also naturally antibacterial and will help fight smells. They are very soft and absorbent (One side is almost fuzzy and the other side is stiffer). They are nice and stretchy so you can get a snug fit while allowing baby to move. They are a square shape that measures 27 inches along each side. You can use them with whatever kind of diaper clips or safety pins you like.

These are nice because you don't have to use inserts with them (although you can if you like) so they are less bulky. They are also easy to clean and faster to dry because you can unfold them. If you want, you can also fold them up and use them as inserts in your other cloth diapers, which is actually what I use them for. They also make great burp cloths! These are super versatile and natural. I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. #diaperflats

Saturday, May 21, 2016

Wipes





This is a roll of 100 bamboo fiber wipes. They are off white in color and are free of all chemicals. They won't irritate baby's skin. They feel very soft and stretchy. You can wet them with water to make wet wipes, you can use them dry, and you can put them in a cloth diaper as a liner to make cleaning the diaper from feces much easier. The wipes are perforated, so tearing them off is easy.

These wipes are for one time use and are disposable. They are biodegradable, so they are good for the environment and you can even flush them if you like, although they don't disintegrate in the washing machine, so... The wipes measure 11.5 inches long by 7.25 inches wide, so they are a great size for both diaper liners and wipes. I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. #clothdiaperliners

Friday, May 20, 2016

Cloth Diaper Inserts




This is a set of 6 cloth diaper inserts. They are made of 60% polyester and 40% bamboo charcoal. The charcoal makes sure they are super absorbent and really helps fight against odors! They are also antibacterial and natural, so they help prevent diaper rashes. The inserts have 5 layers to make sure they are able to hold a lot of liquid if needed. They are nice and soft on the outside and dark brown in color, which helps keep them looking nice and prevents stains.

They are standard insert size, so they will fit into any cloth diapers you have (they measure just under 14 inches long and just under 5.5 inches wide). They are also edged on the sides to make them want to curl around baby's bottom to help prevent leaks. They are easy to machine wash. The set also includes a reusable wipe. I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. #clothdiaperinserts

Labor Kit





This is a neat little kit to help increase comfort during labor, but obviously can be used any time and for other reasons. It would make a fun and useful gift. The set includes a hot/cold pack, a stress ball, and a massager. It's a small set of very useful items and will easily fit in your hospital bag.

The hot/cold pack is a nice little rectangle that measures 7.5 by 4 inches. It's made of smooth, clear plastic and is filled with tons of little magenta gel beads. You can put it in the fridge or freezer to make a cold pack or microwave it (shortly) or heat it in warm water to make a hot pack. It feels great and definitely helps relieve cramps and sore/tight muscles. It's also easy to wash if needed with a little soap and water.

The stress ball is a little black ball that fits perfectly into your palm. It's about the size of a hacky sack. It feels like the outside is neoprene. It's smooth and flexible and stretchy. The inside feels like a solid mass of something squishy, but with a bit of resistance. It's fun to play with and squeeze.

The massager is a little clear plastic star shape with nice balls on each point. The whole thing is slightly curved, so you can easily run it over your back, shoulders, feet, etc and it feels wonderful. It's also easy to wash with soap and water if needed. I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. #LaborKit

Thursday, May 19, 2016

lightweight sleep sack





This is an adorable little cotton sleep sack for baby. It comes in several cute colors and I choose grey and turquoise chevrons. The suit is somewhat shaped like a star with little points for baby's hands and feet and the points are connected by fabric so baby can't climb out of the crib or scratch themself etc. while wearing it. The zipper starts at the bottom of the sack to help prevent baby from getting out of it as well.

The fabric is nice and lightweight like a nice cotton t-shirt. It would be perfect for warmer months. You can also wash and dry it in your machine if you like. I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. #RevelaeKids

Sleep Sack



This is a cute and useful sleep sack for baby. The top part is a dark blue color and the bottom part is white with little blue soccer balls and trophies on it. The back is solid blue. It's 100% cotton and the padding is 100% polyester. It's nice and soft and very thick without being too bulky. It reminds me of a super comfy sleeping bag that I might like to use, except it's cotton and not that slippery sleeping bag fabric. It will be perfect for keeping baby warm and safe in cooler weather. It's also machine wash- and dry-able.

There is a zipper that goes around the bottom and right side of the sack so you can easily access baby's diaper. The shoulders have snaps on them to make it easier to get baby in and out, but it also means baby might figure out how to get out of it by undoing the snaps. The snaps are metal and are not too loose or too tight. This is a wonderful, safe alternative to using blankets and you can put baby in with or without other clothes depending on how warm they need to be. They feel safe and you also don't have to worry about baby climbing out of the crib when wearing this as baby's legs will be secure in the sack. I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. #footballbag

Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Dictionary Safe




This is a really neat fake dictionary safe. On a bookshelf, it looks like a nice large, thick dictionary like they do make. The binding looks like a real book. From the sides or top, if you can see the "pages," they do look like fake plastic. When you open the cover, you are confronted with a safe cover with a three digit combination lock and a twist to open knob. If you put in the combination and turn the knob, it will open revealing a nice space to store your valuables.

When you receive the safe, it's not locked and the combo is set to 000, but there are instructions for how you can easily set the combination to your own code so no one will know. It's metal and sturdy, but the whole think doesn't end up weighing more than a thick book would. It's fun and clever! I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. #BooSafe

Friday, May 6, 2016

Swaddles




This is a really nice set of muslin swaddle blankets. The blankets are very soft. They come with two plain white and two light green, which are perfect for boys and girls. The blankets also come in a nice muslin drawstring bag for storage, although the fit is tight, so it's not easy to fold them up just right to get them back in the bag. The whole thing comes in a nice box, so it would make a wonderful baby shower gift.

The blankets measure 47 inches by 47 inches, which is nice and large and perfect for all kinds of things including swaddling, car seat or stroller cover, play mat, changing mat or nursing cover. These are soft, versatile, and adorable. I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. #StolinaSwaddles