My Review of Triangular Crayons

Originally submitted at One Step Ahead

Never break or lose another crayon! These colorful, high-quality crayons are triangular in shape, so they can't roll away. Thicker and easier to grasp than others. Very long-lasting. Includes 24 crayons in a sturdy, flip-top case. Non-toxic.

Triangular Crayons

Fun and Easy

By Heather and Ronan from Norman, OK on 11/4/2011

 

4out of 5

Pros: Creative, Comfortable Grip, Good Color Variety, Glides Smoothly, Fun

Best Uses: Fun With Kids, Art

Describe Yourself: Quality Oriented

Primary use: Personal

Was this a gift?: No

These are really easy for my 2 1/2 year old to use, and the case makes it easy for him to put them away by himself, and see all the colors at once. The case closes well to prevent spilling.

(legalese)

My Review of Potty Watch???

Originally submitted at One Step Ahead

Half the challenge of potty training: reminding kids when it's time to go! Potty Watch does it for you, alerting kids with music and lights that truly gets their attention. Set at regular 30, 60, or 90-minute intervals. Bonus: in "play" mode kids can sing along with the music while th...

Potty Watch???

Helpful for Parents AND Kids

By Heather and Ronan from Norman, OK on 11/4/2011

 

4out of 5

Pros: Lightweight, Portable, Playful Design, Easily Stowed, Easily Cleaned

Best Uses: Traveling, Toilet Training, Potty Use

Describe Yourself: First Time Parent

We had a hard time remembering to do "potty practice" every hour until we got this watch. The music that plays when it's "time" gets him excited about going to the potty, and we don't get too caught up in things to remember when to go.

(legalese)

My Review of KidSwitch

Originally submitted at One Step Ahead

Now your child can say, "I did it myself"! It's so important to help our kids build self-esteem and independence. That's why these light switch extenders are perfect for children's bedrooms, plus the bathroom, of course. They attach easily, so tots can turn their lights on and...

KidSwitch

Works great for toddlers

By Heather and Ronan from Norman, OK on 11/4/2011

 

5out of 5

Pros: Strong Construction, Useful Application, Easy Use, Playful Design

Best Uses: Toddlers, Kitchen/Bathroom, Bedrooms

Describe Yourself: First Time Parent

I have one in my son's bedroom and one in the bathroom. It's easy for him to use and he enjoys being able to turn the light on and off by himself. He's potty training, so it's even easier for him to be independent when going to the bathroom.

(legalese)

Some things to catch up on...

We moved, again. But this time for a great new change in our lives. We moved in with my boyfriend, Chris, in Norman. It's been a month-and-a-half and things are great. Ronan took the change quite well and is really comfortable with the new living situation. Chris and I are even closer and more in love. We certainly won't stay in this tiny apartment forever - maybe not even for the full lease - but it's a good start. I'm still looking for full-time work but I think that problem is finally solved. All in all, life is great.

Ronan unfortunately has lost any interest in the potty or even letting me know he needs a new diaper, but his awesome new daycare let me know that most of the boys there are in their late 2's to early 3's before they start really training. That's definitely a reliever.

Success! And a new road trip.

Ronan made his first pee-pee in the potty this morning! He had a dirty diaper and went to the bathroom and wanted to sit on the potty. He very patiently wanted to keep sitting, and we read a couple of books, one about the potty. I left the room for a moment and when I returned it had happened! He was still sitting there, looking down into the potty, like he thought something had happened but wasn't sure. So I told him, hugged him, high-fived him, then we emptied the potty together and he put on his super soft, reusable training pants for an official start. He got a special sticker to put on the wall behind his potty. I'm so excited, and proud. I know it will be a somewhat trying and difficult time for both of us, but I'm just glad he's getting to know what's going on at last.

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