Feltman Brothers offers some great and stylish clothing for babies and toddlers. Now with the warm weather, they are highlighting their diaper sets, which are absolutely adorable. They have sets for boys and girls, each with a cute little design to give baby a summer look that will have everyone “oohing” and “ahhing”.

The Pink Floral Vine Diaper Set is in a soft pastel pink. The coordinating bottom is made to fit easily over diapers.

This set  has adorable pleated wing cap shoulders for that great high-end look. Running down the front is a white section with a light green vine and pink buds. It’s very feminine and sweet.

When baby wears this, she is ready for her close-up for Vogue!

 

The Pink Garden Diaper Set is also in that soft pastel pink with the coordinating bottom to finish off the outfit in a stylish way. 

This sleeveless top has several colors of flowers running along the bottom. It’s absolutely precious.

Both diaper sets are light weight making them the perfect  go-to outfit for warm weather. Baby won’t be too hot in these soft, light-weight sets. 

Feltman Brothers has been offering stylish and vintage clothing for kids and babies for over 100 years. Besides their outfits (for all occasions) they have coordinating booties and hats to create the most stylish baby on the block.

Besides the Diaper Sets they offer plenty of other outfits, and they are adding new items all the time. 

Most of the outfits are available in a variety of sizes from New Born, to 3 Months, to 6 Months and 9 Months. They also have toddler sizes. There are some matching sibling outfits to coordinate the entire family. 

If you are looking for a baby shower gift or a gift for a new family, check them out. The most difficult part about shopping at their website is deciding which one(s) to order. They are all, honestly, adorable and well made.

About the Reviewer

Francine Brokaw has been covering products, travel, and all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 35 years. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites.

Note: These items were sent to me for an honest review with no expectations.

Sometimes there are products that hit the market that you might think, “Why would I need that?” But let me tell you, some of those products definitely make things easier and the Stand Shield is one of them.

This is a handy little item that is compatible with Roku, Alexa, and Siri remote controls and comes in a variety of colors.

I’m tired of digging through my couch cushions for the remote control. It is thin and slides through the cracks making retrieving it a challenge. The Stand Shield is a holder designed to be comfortable to hold, stand on a flat surface, and it doesn’t slide between the seat cushions on my couch.

I honestly love this. It is just what I needed without knowing I needed it. I particularly like the way it stands up so I can place the remote on the table next to my couch and easily turn on my TV, change the channels and volume, and pick it up without having it slide through my fingers.

This chunky case is soft and easy to hold. And, hold onto your hats, they have some that glow in the dark. Finding the remote is easy at night as some are designed to glow softly for up to 10 hours. 

The case comes with a wrist strap. I removed mine as it is not something I need however it is a handy addition for some users.

The remote fits snugly into the holder which wraps around the entire unit. The front of the remote is exposed and there are cut-outs for all the plugs on your specific remote. Some buttons on the side are raised to allow for easy access.

If you’re tired of hunting for your remote between or under your couch or behind your bed (ahem, that’s me) this is something to consider. They are made specifically to fit different remotes so when you order all you do is select the remote system you use (Siri, Roku, or Alexa) and the color you want. 

From the 73 & Sunny company website, they say “we believe in turning the ordinary into the extraordinary, one accessory at a time.” And a TV remote is definitely an ordinary accessory. Who would have thought that something this simple would be so useful?

I was sent a unit for an honest review without any expectations. I can definitely recommend it. I will be ordering one for my bedroom as the one they sent is staying in my living room. No more hunting between the cushions or behind my bed for that darn slippery remote. And having different colors in different rooms is a plus to distinguish which remote goes with which TV.

About the Reviewer

Francine Brokaw has been covering products, travel, and all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 35 years. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.

Note: This unit was sent to me for an honest review with no expectations.

If you have a Manta Sleep Mask, you know how comfortable it is. The eye cups are cushioned and protect your eyes. The mask itself does not touch your eyes making the adjustable cups that much more important. There are two additional packs of Eye Cups available that will bring more comfort whether you need some cooling or heat.

Sinus sufferers will feel more comfortable with the new cups. Some people prefer hot cloths on their eyes when they have a sinus headache and others prefer an ice pack. Take your pick with the Manta Sleep COOL Eye Cups or the Manta Sleep STEAM Eye Cups. This goes for migraine sufferers as well.

Manta Sleep COOL Eye cups come with a plastic bag in which to place the cups. Then put the bag in the freezer for one hour, remove them from the freezer and the bag and simply attach them to your Manta Sleep Mask. In seconds you’ll feel the cooling effect around your eyes. This is also great for tired eyes after a long day working on the computer.

The Manta Sleep STEAM Eye Cups are placed in the microwave for about 20 seconds, no more than 30 seconds, to heat them up. Then place the cups on your mask and adjust it on your head for a soothing effect that helps users unwind after work, play, or whatever. The warmth is a calming feeling.

Personally, I would recommend getting both packs as you never know when you can use some soothing eye care. 

The bottom line is I really do endorse these. I think they are great for anyone who suffers from eye pain, like myself.

If you don’t already have a Manta Sleep Mask, you can purchase one at their website. There is a variety of choices. And if the COOL and STEAM cups interest you, they do have a bundle pack with both of them along with the mask ($105).

About the Reviewer

Francine Brokaw has been covering products, travel, and all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 35 years. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites.

 

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Note: These packs were sent to me for an honest review with no expectations.

 

 

 

The Manta Sleep Mask is a comfortable mask that doesn’t press on eyes. Now the Manta Sleep Mask SOUND adds more for those who want to add sounds to their experience. It’s still the same no-pressure eye mask that the regular mask has and still has the  comfortable removable/adjustable eye cups, but there is more.

By including razor thin Bluetooth headphones and easy to press buttons for on/off volume up/down, this is a great way to listen to your personal music or audio book while still enjoying the peace of blackout from light and without bothering anyone else.

The rechargeable battery lasts approximately 20 hours so you can experience your audio for quite a while before having to recharge it with the USB/USBC cord that comes with the package. Also included in the package is a convenient strap and a mesh carrying case. 

The eye cups are easy to position so you get the best comfort without irritating your eyes. And the speakers are easily adjustable too. Simply slide the blue tabs to where your ears can pick up the sound. With a three inch area in which to slide/adjust the speakers, this will fit almost every head. 

Pairing the mask with your smartphone or tablet is easy however the mask must be within 3 feet of the device to successfully pair it. And the user is not limited to one device. Pairing to a different device is just as easy.  Instructions in the package explain everything so don’t worry that this is a difficult device to use.

This is a great product for anyone who loves to go to sleep while listening to music and who doesn’t want to disturb anyone else. It is also a good little unit to wear in the car – AS A PASSANGER – to listen to an audio book or music while traveling.

While Manta offers a white noise machine to drown out noise while you are trying to sleep or rest, this Sound Mask is different. It allows the user to personally listen to any sound files on their devices. The only thing it cannot do is to pair it with a smart TV to be able to listen to a show while the mask is on. 

With comfort, adjustability, and convenience, this Manta Sleep Mask SOUND is a nice little device that also makes a great mother’s or father’s day gift, or a graduation gift. Actually, it is a great gift for anyone including yourself.

About the Reviewer

Francine Brokaw has been covering products, travel, and all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 35 years. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites.

All photos: Francine Brokaw
Note: This unit was sent to me for an honest review with no expectations.

The LectroFan micro2 is a unique little gadget that does more than plays sounds and white noise. It works with bluetooth phones to make it a speakerphone and also can be used to listen to music, podcasts, audio books, or whatever you have on your mobile device.

First of all, it’s tiny, yet delivers big sounds. This little device measures a mere 2 inches high and 2 inches wide, and then the speaker can be positioned to different angles, depending on where you want the sound.

It comes complete with a variety of noises:

White Noises:

• Super Dark Brown Noise
• Darker Brown Noise
• Darker Pink Noise
• Hot Pink Noise

There are also preset sounds:

Fan Sounds:

• Large Fan
• Industrial Fan
• Mellow Fan Low
• Attic Fan
• Vent Fan

Ocean Sounds:

• Ocean
• Surf

In total, there are 11 sounds from which to select.

The unit is easy to control with touchable buttons to turn it off, on, change sounds, and adjust the volume. And if you get two units you can pair them and have stereo sound. How cool is that?

The LectroFan micro2 comes with its own charging cable that fits USBA – USBC. Before using the machine it is necessary to charge it then you’re ready to go.

This portable little unit is so small it is easy to pack away in a suitcase or even a purse.

While many people find it easy to sleep with complete silence, that’s not the case for many. Adding some kind of noise helps people fall asleep and quiet the mind. Personally, I find the ocean noises are just what I need to relax and drift off.

The only downfall I can see with this is that it is not capable of pairing with a smart TV. Now that would be great. I have a feeling the folks at ASTI are working on that now. Fingers crossed.

In the meantime, this little unit lives up to its reputation. And it can be gently placed in a stroller or carriage to add some soft noise when baby is sleeping. Note: they do make a couple other designs that are useful in various situations.

And think of college dorms. They can get so raucous and noisy. This might just be what your college student needs to help him or her relax after a long day of classes and studying.
Check out their website for all their noise machines.

And if you’re looking for a small item to add to an Easter Basket this year, think about putting one of these in the basket. Purchasing several units to tuck away for “just because” gifts or hostess gifts might also be something to think about.

About the reviewer

Francine Brokaw has been covering products, travel, and all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 35 years. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.

Note: This unit was sent to me for an honest review with no expectations.

Photo credit: Francine Brokaw

Toothbrush Toys make brushing a fun experience while teaching kids oral hygiene.  They come with an additional brush head, and when the brush is removed kids have a fun little toy to play with.

By changing an ordinary – but necessary – daily task into something fun and adventurous, Toothbrush Toys make brushing a fun experience.

With a variety of fun characters, kids look forward to brushing their teeth, not only due to the cute characters, but also the stories that come along with the brushes. We all know that brushing for 2 minutes minimum is optimal for good oral hygiene. Who knows when two minutes are up? Let’s face it, kids rarely look at the clock when they brush their teeth.

With specially designed stories to go along with the characters, kids can enjoy the stories while they brush, and the stories are each designed to last about 2 minutes. That definitely takes the guess work out of how long your kids are brushing.

By starting kids brushing correctly while they are young, their habits will remain for them the rest of their lives (hopefully). Yes, brushing is mundane, even with a cute character to hold while cleaning teeth. But with the addition of two-minute stories, brush time goes quickly and before they know it their duty is done!

So, what kinds of characters will interest your kids?:

• Princess Pearly Whites sports a big, bright white smile.
• Brushy the Brushasaurus is a green dinosaur with a wide toothy grin.
• Chompers the Shark shows off his white pointy teeth.
• Petey the Puppy is tan with a sweet expression.
• Captain Cavity sports a blue suit and blue mask to remind kids they must brush their teeth.
• Aqua the Mermaid shows off her happy smile. ($22.95)

Each of these kits comes with a spare tooth brush and replacement brush packets are available with three brushes each (10.95). There is also a two-minute timer for an additional purchase ($12.95).

Also available are little adventure books to go along with the stories so kids can read while brushing. Combinations of brushes and subscriptions are available at the website.
Put a tablet next to the sink and select which animated story to watch during the two minutes of brushing. It’s a fun way to add some whimsy to the everyday routine. Just go to the animations site on the webpage for this fun option.

For kids that don’t want to hear the story, the timer lights up and plays music to accompany brushing and turns off after 2 minutes. Personally, I think this is a good idea for adults too!!!!

Toothbrush Toys are a fun addition to an Easter Basket this year. After all, with all that Easter candy, kids definitely need to be reminded to brush their teeth and this is a good time to start good oral hygiene habits.

Click the link below to hear the timer and see the lights.

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About the Reviewer

 

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 30 years, including reviews of products, books, and also travel. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA

Note: These items were sent to me for an honest review with no expectations.

Photo credit: Francine Brokaw

 

It is Easter time and time for more fun with Disney characters. This year the folks at Disney have clothed Mickey, Minnie, Stitch, and Angel in pastel plush that is absolutely gorgeous.

Mickey and Minnie can stand if propped up and can sit with ease, while Stitch and Angel sit on all fours.

Stitch and Angel sit about 14 inches high while Mickey and Minnie when standing propped up are about 19  inches high and when seated are about 13 inches up to their ears.

Their ears do have a small piece of plastic inside in order to adjust a little however I doubt it is hard enough to cause any damage to little ones. Also, they are encased in the soft plush anyway.

Their bodies are pastel plush, so there is nothing to remove. They also have little cotton tails to make them true Easter bunnies.

There are countless ways to enjoy these fellows. First, they are simply great companions and bedtime friends for little kids – of all ages, hmm hmm.  Second, they make great decorations to brighten up your house and prepare it for the Easter season.

Third, they are fun to put into an Easter basket for a little extra treat. And they are also memorable keepsakes for collectors.

The hardest part about these plushies is deciding which one (s) to get. Perhaps Mickey and Minnie, Stitch and Angel, Mickey and Stitch, Angel and Minnie, or all four!!!!

They are soft, cuddly and easy to hold. Stitch and Angel are plumper than Mickey and Minnie, however they are all easy to hug and definitely love.

 

Just looking at them brightens up any mood, so just think what they will do for your house. Any Disney fan will be delighted to add these to their collection or just give as a fun or special treat to anyone in need of extra love. And many times we just need a little something to help up through a bad time.

Thank you to the Disney Store for providing these four plushies to me (without any restrictions on my comments). There’s nothing bad I can say about these fellows. They are well made, cuddly, cute, and put a smile on my face as soon as I opened the box. Thank you Disney! You know me. I am a true Disney girl.

 

About the Reviewer

Francine Brokaw has been covering products, travel, and all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 35 years. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.

Note: These plushes were sent to me with no expectations.

Photo credit: Francine Brokaw