Archive for June 3rd, 2011
Hi5 – Hey Presto
Posted by nzmumsreview in DVDs on June 3, 2011
FEATURING SONGS OF THE WEEK: Hey Presto / Dancing Bus / Turn the Music Up
Studio: Roadshow
Release Date: 9th March 2011
Category: Children
Rating: G
Number of Discs: 1
RRP: $19.99
My 4 year old twins are HUGE Hi5 fans. We have so many of the DVD’s it’s just not funny, so they were excited about having the chance to view one they hadn’t seen before.
Although they did enjoy the DVD, they couldn’t work out where ‘Hi5’ were because they haven’t seen much of the new Hi5 members and I think they were a bit disappointed not to see their favourites
However Lucan….my 9 month old is totally in awe of the DVD…well Hi5 in general actually.This DVD, like so many of the previous Hi5 dvd’s is a bundle of energy from the start. Not just in physical energy but colours, music and everything. It never seems to stop and I think this one is even bigger and brighter than other ones I have seen.
I would definately recommend this…..in fact if I had hired it to watch, I would have gone out and bought it
Arthur and The War of Two Worlds
Posted by nzmumsreview in DVDs on June 3, 2011
The final movie in the Arthur and The Invisibles trilogy. When Arthur receives a distress call sent from the Minimoys, the invisible people who live in his back garden, he rushes to their aid, ready to fight the evil Emperor Maltazard and save Princess Selenia.But, what he doesn’t know is that the plea for help is all part of Maltazard’s evil plan to trick Arthur into entering the Minimoys’ world, reversing the magicthat makes him bigger. Now it’s Arthur that stands at just half an inch tall and Maltazard who is larger than life and running riot in Arthur’s world. At his new diminutive proportions, has Arthur got what it takes to defeat the evil Emperor?
Studio: Roadshow
Release Date: 6th April 2011
Category: Family
Number of Discs: 1
RRP: $39.99
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Has a lovely story line, although might be a little bit scary in some spots for some kids – when I saw the guys flying on giant mosquitos I was expecting Kahlan to get freaked out and hide but she thought they were wonderful! She got right into it at the end scene as well – telling off the bad guy for being naughty.
Maltazard actually looks pretty scary made bigger, and it could be a little bit frightening in bits if your child is inclined to be scared by different looking creatures – so would recommend a bit of discretion with that.
She has watched it numerous times since and has become a firm favourite now. Although I must say that I have had enough of it after 1 or 2 times. Its a great kids movie if they like that sort of strange slightly scary thing (which it seems my daughter does) – but is probably only good as a ‘family’ movie for one or two views before it gets put on the shelf I think.
Bob the Builder: Starting from Scratch
Posted by nzmumsreview in DVDs on June 3, 2011
Bob the Builder and his Can-Do Crew have fun getting it done in these exciting building adventures! Join them as they construct a new football stadium and learn why working together is always the blueprint for success. Scratch, the newest member of the team, has many lessons to learn, such as the importance of taking naps and following directions. But he is not alone! Roley, Dizzy, Scoop and the entire Machine Team are ready to share in the fun, and learn how to get the job done. Episodes :
Night Time Scratch, Scoop’s Sea Rescue,
Scratch’s Star Turn, Pineapple Scratch
Scratch Goes SoloStudio: ABC
Release Date: 9th March 2011
Category: Children
Rating: G
Number of Discs: 1
RRP: $19.99
He sat down and watched every episode in one sitting without leaving the couch so it was a great DVD that held my son attention for a very long time.
His favourite episode would have to be Scratch goes Solo. It was also my favourite aswell as it showed how you can do some things on your own but that it is ok to ask for help when you need it and I feel this was great in showing my kids it was ok to ask and since then my son has asked for help rather than getting upset when he could not do something by himself.
Overall this is another great Bob DVD for our collection and has provided my son with hours and hours of Bob-tastic viewing thanks so much for the chance to review this great DVD.
Only Organic – Mango Custard & Vanilla Bean Custard
Posted by nzmumsreview in Baby Products, Food & Drink on June 3, 2011
-Ingredients grown on certified organic farms without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers
– No GMO ingredients
– Resealable BPA free pouches with child safety cap
Only Organic Mango Custard is fruit custard made to a traditional recipe using organic whole milk and organic fruit purees. The fruit custard is naturally sweet and its smooth texture is easy to swallow.
Ingredients
Water, Apple (22%)*, Mango (18%)*, Ground Rice*, Apple Juice Concentrate*, Whole Milk Powder*, Vanilla Extract*, Citric Acid, Vitamin C.
*Certified Organic Ingredients
Gluten Free
Only Organic Vanilla Bean Custard is fruit custard made to a traditional recipe using organic whole milk and organic fruit purees. The fruit custard is naturally sweet and its smooth texture is easy to swallow.
Ingredients
Apple (39%)*, Water, Ground Rice*, Apple Juice Concentrate*, Whole Milk Powder*, Vanilla Extract*, Vanilla Bean (0.01%)*, Citric Acid, Vitamin C.
*Certified Organic Ingredients
Gluten Free
Review by Kathie
I was fortunate enough to receive this morning and my grandson is staying .
Blaize is 6 months old and is picky with food. I gave him the Vanilla Bean Custard.
As an older mum the packaging has come along way from tin food ! The packaging is AWESOME !
I love the concept of the twist top so you can give what you need . There is no wastage at all . It reduces the rubbish factor as well. It is appealing in colour .
I was also suprised at what ease it was to squeeze out of the tube and there was nothing left behind.
I had a taste of the custard it has a smooth texture , the flavour is subtle of vanilla .I was also amazed out how sweet it was . My grandson enjoyed it and did not blow bubbles but was looking for more which is a bonus. As a mother of older children with allergies it is great to see that food manufacturers have produced a range of baby food that meets the nutritional needs of the children but also supporting the choices that parents are making of eating only organic. The company gets a big thumbs up for supporting the environment .
I would thoroughly recommend this to any mother to give to their babies
Review by Bekkaz
Describe the look:
I like the look of the pouches. They are easy to read with just the two main colours (green and white). I like the fact that the ingredients are in a different coloured box so it stands out and is instantly identifiable without having to skim thru heaps of other writing. IMO when I see the simple colours, I think simple food – which is a bonus for baby food!
What does the brand say to you:
The brand says to me that they care about what a baby is eating.
Would you buy Only Organic Baby Food for your baby?
Yes absolutely.
Do you like our new BPA free pouches with the child safety cap?
I love them! I do babyled weaning with my kids so don’t enjoy spoon feeding. I liked the fact that due to the design of the pouches I could pop my 11mth old in the highchair and she could eat the custard (without too much mess) by sucking on the top like a straw while I was busy getting dinner sorted.
Do you like the packaging?
Yup, it’s simplistic but all the ‘key points’ are easily to read. I like that my kids could use them as a straw type food so easy to just throw in the nappy bag and give at any time. I like the fact it can be resealed by screwing the lid back on.
Did you taste the mango custard?
I didn’t but both my girls did (2.5yrs and 11mths) and it went down well both times. My 2.5yr old said it was very yummy.
Do you like the fact that Only Organic custards are gluten free and have no added sugar?
I wouldn’t buy them specifically due to them being gluten free but I do like the fact that kids with gluten problems are able to have a nice dessert. Sugar free – yup but I’d expect all baby food for be ‘no added sugar’.
Why do Mums choose Only Organic
Better Taste – More Nutritious – less Allergic Reactions – Must sustainable – Better for the Environment – GMO Free
I don’t really care about organic stuff as my budget doesn’t allow it, however given the choice between organic and non-organic at the same price, I would choose the organic one just in case ‘the hippies’ are right lol
Anything else you wish to add
My kids both loved this and I would definitely buy the vanilla bean custard again for my baby (not my toddler as she is meant to be low diary – I was just ‘naughty’ as she wanted to try one). I’m not sure if I would buy the mango one though as my baby threw it up in the cot. I rate them 4.5/5
Review by Dizzy
I would happily buy this product in the future for my baby girl as she really enjoyed it for breakfast, mixed with either her porridge or weetbix. While feeding her she would get grumpy if I didn’t feed her fast enough … this alone tells me that the custard has an awesome flavour. I also tasted these flavours and thought they were particularly tasty. Maybe I can convince my baby girl to share?
With the ingredients in mind; it is great to have a choice of baby food that is gluten free and sugar free. There doesn’t seem to be many products out there that would have this option for parents that are concerned about these elements. Thumbs up for making more choices available to our babies within a reasonable price range!
Overall, I would say that Only Organic Baby Food is a food that I would happily give my little girl and I would recommend this range to other parents for their growing babies. Awesome product!
Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Bottle & Food Warmer
Posted by nzmumsreview in Baby Products on June 3, 2011
• Heats milk and food safely and quickly from 4 minutes
• Helps preserve nutrients vital to baby’s healthy development
• Fits all CTN bottle sizes – 150ml, 260ml, and 340ml
• Adjustable control dial and built-in thermostat allow control of temperature
Basically you plug the Warmer in (turned OFF), put your filled bottle in the Warmer then fill the Warmer with water to a point about 10mm below the lower side of the Warmer.
Then you’re ready to go
Turn the Warmer onto 3 and within around 4 minutes you have a bottle that is a great temperature for your little one. If you have refridgerated feeds this will take a little longer than the 4 minutes
I found it really easy to set the bottle up, then change my sons nappy, wash my hands, and then the 4 minutes was up (or close to it)
For usability I would give this product a 10/10 because it really is just so simple and easy to use.
It’s small so it doesn’t take up a lot of room on the bench but yet it fits all the Closer to Nature bottles which is great. Plus it LOOKS good too.
This product definately does what it says it does so full marks on that degree.
However, I do see this as a bit of a luxury item. If I was sitting down making a list of products I needed for my child, this wouldn’t be at the top of my list but it is a nice product to have around that does help when you’re trying to do a million and one things that so many Mums are.
Overall I would probably give this a 7/10 – simply because it is a lot of money to spend on something you don’t necessarily ‘need’
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