Review – Learn N Turn Adjustable Training Spoon

Learn N Turn Spoon

Mealtime can have its ups and downs in my house. My 1 year old always wants to eat like his 2 year old brother but has yet to master using a spoon and/or fork. He’s always trying, but awkwardly twists and turns the spoon and by the time he gets it in his mouth, there is nothing on it. He tries and tries but he ends up getting  frustrated to say the least.

Learn N Turn UtensilI was excited to get the opportunity to try the Learn ‘N’ Turn Feeding Utensil. This Dad-invented product is designed to help your little one learn to self-feed easier. Since infants little bones and muscles are still developing, they have a harder time rotating and getting a spoon successfully from the bowl to their mouth. The Learn ‘N’ Turn helps that problem by allowing you to adjust the angle of the spoon in either direction to accommodate your little one.

My son loves using the Learn ‘N’ Turn spoon. When I gave it to him for the first time (and each time after that) his face lit up. It’s shape and size is just perfect for him. One of my favorite things about the spoon is with it angled, he cannot jam it down his throat. He gets so excited with a spoon sometimes it seems he tries to put the whole thing in his mouth and I get worried he is going to gag himself. He definitely cannot do that with the Learn ‘N’ Turn spoon. We have been through a few different angles so far and he is getting so much better using a spoon.

Learn N Turn

Learn N Turn Fork AttachmentAnother great thing is that the utensil comes with a fork attachment. So instead of having two different utensils, you can just pop off the spoon and attach the fork. I really like the fork because it has unique little grips to help hold the food on the fork. I have never seen anything that before.

I am very please with the Learn ‘N’ Turn and know I will be using it with the next baby as well.

BUY IT: You can buy the Learn ‘N’  Turn online or find a retailer near you.

 

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Jan 14 Lowes Free Kids Workshop – Castle

Lowes Kids Workshop Jan 2012

Lowe’s offers a great ‘Build and Grow’ Clinic for kids. This Saturday, January 14th, at 10am, the kids will be making a castle that comes with stickers, paperboard cutouts and a working drawbridge.

The first 50 to register and be present at the store will receive the kit, an apron, and goggles. the recommended ages is 1st-5th grade.

For more information, store locations, and preregistration visit Lowe’s Build And Grow.

 

Me4Kidz Diaper Bag Buddy – Review & Giveaway

Being a Stay-at-Home Mom, I am always on the go with my two toddlers. It seems some days it takes us 45 minutes to get out the door and I always end up forgetting something: my phone, our list of things we need, the diaper bag, or to check to see if the diaper bag is loaded with the essentials. Nothing’s worse than being at a store or the park and going to get a wipe out only to realize you ran out and forgot to restock the diaper bag.

Diaper BuddyI was excited when me4kidz sent me a Diaper Bag Buddy. It is a baby basics kit filled with 17 items that are natural and organic:

  • (3) Organic Tush Wipes
  • (2) Soothing Creams by Episencial
  • (3) Disposable Diaper Sacks
  • (1) Better Body Lotion by Episencial
  • (1) Sunny Sunscreen spf 35 by Episencial
  • (5) Latex Free Jr. Bandages
  • (1) One-Time Use Thermometer
  • Reusable & Recycled Carry Anywhere Case

I always forget sunscreen and never thought about keeping a thermometer in my bag. But I am sure glad to have it now!

I decided to put my Diaper Bag Buddy in my purse. That way on the days I forget my diaper bag or leave it in the car, I have my basics. The size of the case is perfect and easy to find without having to dig around my bag to find. You can also keep your Buddy in your diaper bag, in the car, in the stroller, and it’s great for travel. I am planning on getting one to keep in my car and stroller as well. You can never have too many ‘Buddies’ right?

The company, me4kidz, is also a great company to buy from and I love every concept about them. They are a family-owned and operated business that manufactures all products in the US. The family is environmentally conscious using only recycled, lead-free plastics. Their products also include items that are natural and organic. The best part? They are partnered with non-profit organizations and when you purchase any product, you are giving back to the disabled community.

me4kidz also offers other great products: Medi Buddy (first aid kit to go), Smile Buddy (kids oral care kit), Nail Buddy (girls starter nail kit), Medibag (family first aid kit), and they are adding more products.

BUY IT: The Diaper Buddy can be purchased on their site for just $5.95! You can also find a retailer near you or buy from Amazon.com.

WIN IT: me4kids is graciously giving one Nifty Mom reader a Diaper Bag Buddy of their own! All you have to do is enter using the Rafflecopter form below. The giveaway is open to US residents 18+ years of age. The giveaway runs from January 1st, 2012 to 12:01a EST January 15th. The winner will be selected via random.org, contacted by email, and have 48 hours to reply to confirm their winnings or a new winner will be picked. If you have any issues entering or have any questions, please email me at contact (at) niftymom(d0t)com.

GOOD LUCK!

Winner of Diaper Bag Buddy

Disclosure – I received the named product at no cost to conduct this review and was in no other way compensated. All opinions expressed are 100% mine.