Products
The smartest products and the most dangerous!
Smart Product: Scent of a Name
I was given the opportunity to try out Scent of a Name, a unique personalized perfume. Recently my munchkin Isabella was my product tester. Enjoy the video of Isabella and her doll getting all perfumed up! I believe that Scent of a Name makes a perfect gift for girls, especially in that “princess” dress-upstage. We already […]
Recall Wednesday: Remote Control Kit for Fireplace, Mobile Power Packs, Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts, Graco Harmony™ High Chairs, Konrad and Loft Office Chairs, DayNa Decker Botanika Candles, & Bicycle Bells
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, March 17, 2010. Another hooded sweatshirt recall and a number of children related recalls. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines(pdf) (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled in the neck and waist […]
Infant deaths prompt CPSC warning about sling baby carrier!
Smart Mamas: Please review this important safety warning about using sling baby carriers with babies. Three babies died just last year from being in a baby carrier the incorrect way. Below is an easy to understand illustration by the CPSC. Review the illustration and read the more detailed warning at: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10165.html
Recall Wedesday: hooded sweatshirt, Therma Scarf scarves, Children’s Metal Charm Bracelets, Coil Nailers, Fluke VoltAlert® Voltage Detector & more!
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, March 10, 2010. Please promise me that if you ever design sweatshirts for children, you will NOTinclude a drawstring around the neck! The most common recalls issued by the CPSC are clothing items that pose a strangulation hazard to children. It seems so obvious to me, […]
Smart Product: Cyber Clean w/giveaway
Watch my review! Where can I buy it? Retail stores in North America such as, Office Depot, Best Buy, Ace Hardware, Hastings, Zellers, Wal-mart Canada, Canadian Tire, Giant Eagle, Loblaws, Fingerhut, RadioShack, The Home Shopping Network, The Shopping Channel, ThinkGeek.com, and many more shops coming soon this fall including Bed Bath and Beyond & The Container […]
Recall Wednesday: Boys’ Hooded Jackets & Sweatshirts, Children’s Bangels, Outdoor Lighting Fixtures, & Roman Shades
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, March 3, 2010. Once again I’m seeing recalls for hooded sweatshirts. Childrens’ hooded sweatshirts are frequently recalled due to drawstrings around the neck. The drawstring poses a tremendous strangulation risk to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines(pdf) (which were […]
What is Recall Wednesday?
Each Wednesday I provide readers with a detailed list, including photo and sold at locations, of the most recent CPSC product recalls. All information comes directly from the CPSC website. Previous postings can be found below: March 3, 2010: Scotsman® Commercial Modular Cube Ice Machines, Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman Fork and Spoon Sets,Lutron and Meijer […]
Color Wonder, I bow to you.
Oh, why do I love Color Wonder??? Let’s just say that the dining room table and chair would look much different than they did tonight when I found Isabella “making a picture” when I was cooking. I thought she was coloring and when she suddenly mentions that the “painting” was looking great! Surprise, surprise, I FREAKED […]
Recall Wednesday: Scotsman® Commercial Modular Cube Ice Machines, Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman Fork and Spoon Sets,Lutron and Meijer Roman Shades
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, February 24, 2010. There are 2 recalls for roman shades. Roman shades pose a strangulation hazard with children. There is a recall for a children’s fork and spoon set that was sold at Dollar Tree stores in January. The prongs of the fork can […]
Recall Wednesday: Martha Stewart Collection® Enameled Steel Kettle, Hooded Sweatshirts w/ Drawstrings, Pumptec Electric Motor Controllers Submersible
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received since Wednesday, February 17, 2010. Again I’m seeing recalls for hooded sweatshirts. At least once a month childrens’ hooded sweatshirts are recalled due to drawstrings around the neck. The drawstring poses a tremendous strangulation risk to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) (which were […]
Smart Pants Product of the Week: Annie’s Organic Produce Buying Club
Did you watch the CBS video I posted, Chemicals That Make You Fat? Were you as disgusted as me? I’ve never really bought into the organic crunchy lifestyle, but in recent years it’s becoming more evident that the hormone filled steak may not be the best thing for you! With this new realization I now […]
Recall Wednesday: Flame Guards on Clear-Vu® Torch Fuel Containers, Single and Double “Parachute” Hammocks & Wooden Bunk Beds
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website. Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. Smiles 🙂 Smarty Pants Mama PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you have had in your […]
Book Review: Liking Myself; The Mouse, The Monster and Me
Wow, what a nice, enjoyable way to present conflict management skills to children and parents. If you have been looking for ways to reach your munchkin who is struggling with self-esteem or has shown aggressive behavior these two books are certainly worth your time! Drs. Palmer and Hart have re-published Liking Myself and The Monster, […]
Recall Wednesday: Trudeau Garlic Duo Slicers and Clarks® children’s shoes
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. Smiles 🙂 Smarty Pants Mama PS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you have had in your home? […]
Recall Wednesday: Children’s Animal Masks and Pendants, & 10 Speed SRAM Bicycle Chains with PowerLock connector links
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website. Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. Smiles 🙂Smarty Pants MamaPS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you have had in your home? I […]
Recall Wedneday: Durabrand DVD Players and Office Max Task Chairs
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. Smiles 🙂Smarty Pants MamaPS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you have had in your home? I want […]
Smarty Pants Product of the Week – Earthbound Farms snacks
I’m the lunchbox packer in this house, like many other Smart Mamas. We fill lunchboxes for the young and old (maybe I should have said middle-aged) with favorites like PB&J sandwiches to bags of chips. A healthy item, fruit or veggie, is something I like to include, much to the complaints from the little and […]
Smarty Pants Product of the Week – Soy Delicious Candle
Product Soy Delicious Candle Smarty Pants Review Are you a tremendous fan of all-in-one products like me? I love them! Soy Delicious Candles is that, and more! Over the last several weeks I have enjoyed the Island Mango aroma from my Soy Delicious candle. The scent is great, especially in the summer! As the candle […]
Recall Wednesday – 2005 Novara Trionfo Bicycles, Bugaboo Bee Strollers, & Offset Patio Umbrellas
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. Components of the recalls are included below. Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. Smiles :-)Smarty Pants MamaPS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you have had in your home? I want to […]
Recall Wednesday – Cumberland Girl’s Sweatshirts, Bunn® Single Cup Pod Brewers, 39” St. Anne Acacia Benches, 13-ft Sq.Trampoline, Step2 Play Up Gym
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. Smiles 🙂Smarty Pants MamaPS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you have had in your home? I want […]
Recall Wednesday – Bicycles w/ JD suspension forks, Norco Bicycle Frames, Fluke Digital Clamp Meters, Lithium-Ion batteries, Folding Toy Beach Chair
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week.Please see the CPSC website for more detailed information on the items. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.Smiles 🙂Smarty Pants MamaPS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you actually have had in your home? I want […]
Smarty Pants Product of the Week – Colors, Shapes & Counting DVD by Rock ‘N Learn
Product Colors, Shapes and Counting DVD by Rock ‘N LearnSmarty Pants ReviewWhat a catchy collection of songs and videos! My daughter LOVES it! As my official 2 1/2 year old product tester, she can attest that she loves “Colors Movie”, referring to the Colors, Shapes and Counting DVD.I spent many years as an elementary school […]
Recall Wednesday: Under Armour, Dinosaur Play Sets, “Majestic 360” Floor Cleaners, Special/Narita, babyGap Children’s Coats, Jardine Cribs…
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received these past 2 weeks. Due to knee surgery last week, I was a little out of sorts to do my Recall Wednesday. For even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.Smiles :-)Smarty Pants MamaPS – […]
Recall Wednesday – Toaster Oven/Broilers, Full Length Women’s Chenille Robes, & Leg Curl Machines
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. For even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.Smiles :-)Smarty Pants MamaPS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you actually have had in your home? I want […]
Recall Wednesday – Philips Senseo One-Cup Coffeemakers, Shape-O Toy Maracas, Bally Total Fitness, Everlast, Valeo and Body Fit Fitness Balls & more
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. For even more detailed information on all recalled products mentioned below. All information below comes directly from the CPSC website.Smiles 🙂Smarty Pants MamaPS – Has Recall Wednesday ever alerted you of a product that you actually have had in your home? I want […]
Recall Wednesday – GE Profile™ Freestanding Dual Fuel Ranges, CARS Fleece Clog Children’s Shoes, Women’s Shoes, & Folding Patio Chairs
Below are the CPSC recalls that I have received this past week. There is a recall for CARS shoes for kids. I know that CARS is a very popular movie and theme in many homes, so please be sure to read the information below and on the CPSC website. For even more detailed information on […]