Splendid Littles for Target

Ranging in sizes newborn to 5T and prices from $6.99 to $24.99 Splendid Littles for Target is colorful, fun and comfortable for all kids to wear. Known for its fun colors and clean aesthetics, Splendid Littles has been making adorable, very wearable and fashionable clothing for babies and toddlers since 2005.

The dress I received for my little girl was a gorgeously soft ensemble in the lines signature bold stripes of hot pink and white. From the front it looks like a plain A-line, short-sleeved dress that works well in the spring and summer months. Looking at the back I was pleased to see a ruffle design that was layered in tiers. Adorable and original. It adds a nice bit of style to what would normally be an every day dress.

For boys and girls, babies and kids, Splendid Littles for Target is mini chic that won't break the bank.  Visit your local Target store and online to see the whole collection. 

MPR Rating: Four Stars.

Disclaimer: MPR was not paid for this post.  Products received are for review and test purposes only.  Opinions are MPR's only. 

PBN- MilkBank Storage System

Breast is best they always say, but did you know that oxygen depletes the nutrients in your breast milk and can change the flavor too? I didn't until MilkBank Storage System arrived at my door.

BPA, PVC and phtalate free MilkBank Storage system is different from the traditional methods of storing and freezing your breast milk. Instead of using a bag or the supplied breast pump bottles MilkBank has a vacuum that sucks out the oxygen and keeps breast milk fresher longer. I tested out the whole storage system thanks to PBN. It includes-

1-vacuum pump

3- storage caps

1- 2.5 oz storage/feeding bottle,

2 - 5 oz storage/feeding bottles,

1 - outer insulated bottle with Stage 1 nipple

It is super easy to use the vacuum pump, only about three to five pumps is needed and then you are ready to store or freeze the milk. What I loved the most about this system was the outer insulated bottle. By placing warm water in it I could keep the milk warm during a feeding and my baby loved that. She sometimes snacks and eating a full bottle can take a bit of time. The outer insulated bottle kept the milk warm. I also love the fully vented feeding bottles that can be used for storage too. I always use ventilated bottles to keep down colic and ear aches and having these in addition to my others was very helpful. The bottles are also leak-proof (ahem Dr. Brown's) and not all bottles can claim that.

My only issue with the MilkBank Storage System is that it is a lot of pieces. That's great if you have one kid and one kid only but when there are others buzzing around you don't have time to mess around with a bunch of pieces. It's just grab, go and feed time! I found that I liked the MilkBank Storage system a lot but used it less often because of all the components. However, the idea of fresher milk got me and after a bit I got used to the system and used it more and more.

MilkBank is available at Babies R Us and you can locate a store online here. For more great reviews on this product and others visit PBN now.

Seventh Generation Diapers

Seventh Generation likes to disclose all the ingredients they use in their products. That includes their chlorine free diapers which range in sizes newborn to size six. This means that not only are Seventh Generation diapers chlorine free they are also fragrance and latex free as well as being hypo-allergenic. For the mother of a baby with sensitive skin these diapers are heaven sent.

I'm not going to wax poetic about these diapers despite the fact that I could. I am just going to state plainly why I think they are the best diapers around and deserving of an MPR five star rating. It isn't just because they are a green product either, believe me I have tried my fair share of those and some are not worth any amount of money. I love Seventh Generation diapers above all others for the following-

1. No chlorine and no fragrances = no diaper rash. Ever. If I happen to run out and need to use another brand of diaper my kid automatically turns red with a rash. I go back to using Seventh Generation and the rash disappears.

2. These diapers are super absorbent. The polymer used is very absorbent and not as harmful as other diaper brands. My daughter can go all night in these diapers and the diaper is still dry to the touch on the outside which is never the case with other brands. I stand amazed.

3. The resealable closure tabs and elastic gatherings on the legs fit very well and while the sizes seem to run a bit smaller and shorter than say, Pampers or Huggies, they still work remarkably well and don't fall off.

4. Seventh Generation diapers break the myth that green products automatically cost more money. I bought four packs of size one diapers (176 diapers) recently and spent less than $50. That is about $25 cheaper than if I had bought the same amount of diapers from another name brand. I could buy the store brand but then I would have leaky diapers, more rashes and tons of laundry to do. Is that really worth saving me a few dollars? No, I think not.

My only real complaint is that I wish I had tried these diapers out with my first child. It would have saved me a ton of money in diapers and diaper rash creme and I would have had a happier baby.

Seventh Generation diapers can be purchased at Wegmans, BabiesRUs, CVS and online at Amazon, Diapers.com and other fine retailers.