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    • Chomp and Clack Alligator Push Toy Review and Giveaway

    • What’s Green, Has Three Tails, and Goes Clack, Chomp, Clack? By namamaste, on September 15th, 2010 If that title got you thinking then you already can see why Wooden Toys have been a long time favorite of mine as a parent. I think there is something very rich about a toy made of natural products such as wood that connects us to a simpler time, a time less rushed and free from boundless stimuli.  I remember having the most fun as a child with toys that allowed me to make the story, that challenged my creativity and imagination. With all of the recent news about toxic chemicals such as lead found in children’s toys it is nice to be able to rely on products such as the Chomp and Clack Alligator Wooden Push Toy by Melissa & Doug which I received from GummyLump.com to review. Its also great to find toys that make children get up and get moving – too many parents fall into the trap of easily setting kids in front of “educational” videos which have been proven to fall short in increasing creativity, learning and development. From the moment I opened the box my son was intrigued – to be honest he was intrigued with the box too.  The toy had only one piece that needed to be attached, the handlebar.  At first I attached it incorrectly because I dislike reading directions thankfully my 9 year old was at the ready to show me the error of my ways.  My main problem was in not realizing that high quality wooden toddler toys are made so that all of the edges are hidden, kind of like dovetailing. Five minutes later and the clack, clack, clack of three wooden alligators could be heard rushing through my home with the occasional pause to give the tactile pieces on the handlebar a whirl and spin. Even my 1 year old’s high activ was no match for the Chomp and Clack as he pulled on the alligators to see what made them go, looking under the toy like a mechanic checking on an engine.  There was no stopping him from whizzing around the house hysterically laughing as three green alligators chomped away. As a former educator and volunteer working with children with special needs I can honestly say that wooden toys such as these are ideal and almost a necessity.  GummyLump has a whole section dedicated to toys to help children with special needs. Wooden toys such as the Chomp and Clack Alligator address particular skills that all children can benefit from.  Looking at the toy it is very vividly painted with non-toxic colors – something that will engage the visual learner, with small moveable shapes dangling on the handlebar to increase fine motor skills.  The toy itself is tactile as it is a push toy that works on gross motor skills such as strength, pushing, pulling and walking.  For those children who need auditory stimulation you have the Chomp and Clack Alligators who make sounds as your child pushes the toy, of course linking the cause and effect of these actions may be a higher learning skill, but it is still there working on logic and reasoning.  Not to mention the creativity this toy can foster as a child imagines himself taming three unruly alligators, or coercing them to eat the grass as an alternative to using a lawn mower – the possibilities are limitless. The measure of any toy though is the joy it brings to those who play with it and this toy created a whole bunch of laughter in our home. As I was putting together this post and loading photos my littlest looked up from nursing and started signing play and pointing to the Alligators, he truly adores these. You can fill your home with laughter and learning too! Check out GummyLump.com right away because they are having some awesome sales.  You can get 20% off of Melissa and Doug Toys, Buy 3 Get the 4 Free Play Food, Free Shipping on $75 and more – offers can end at any time so don’t delay. Find out more about GummyLump sales, toys and specials by connecting with them via twitter @gummylump, like them on facebook , and follow their blog.  Make sure to scroll to the bottom of their main page for links to Resources for Parents of Children with Special Needs, Printables for kids and more under the yellow PARENT tab. Check out my youngest son enjoying his opportunity to review the high quality, high fun Chomp and Clack Alligator Push Toy on the Streaming Sky Video from Momtv.com This Product Was a Free Giveaway You could WIN a great Wooden Toy from GummyLump. and naMAMAste.com Here’s how: 1. Open to US Residents only 2. Visit and Like GummyLump on Facebook, leave the message “Saw the Giveaway on naMAMAste.com” come back and leave a comment with link to your message. 3. Gain another entry by Following GummyLump on Twitter and Tweeting “Entered @gummylump Giveaway on naMAMAste.com” – get a comment entry for each tweet, 1 per day, leave a link in the comment 4. Gain an entry by liking naMAMAste on Facebook and leave a comment “I am entering the GummyLump Giveaway” leave a comment with link. 5.Winner determined by random number generation Wed Sept 22, 2010.

    • Back to School Anxiety

    • It's pretty bad when mommy has more anxiety about her kiddo's first day of school than her kiddo does..

    • What are the qualifications for becoming an au pair?

    • Au Pair Answer Mom describes all the qualifications that are necessary to become an au pair in the United States. Michele Http://mchazen.aupairnews.com

    • What Can An Au Pair Do?

    • So what can an au pair do while she is on duty? Au Pair Answer Mom explains.

    • Potty Training on the GO! Episode #5

    • In this episode I talk about potty training in public and on the go.  I give suggestions for what to have on hand in a "to go" bag and in the car.  I also give tips on potty training in public. Remember...when they have to go, they HAVE TO GO!  Be PREPARED! Good Luck!

    • Potty Training Episode #4 Rewards

    • In this episode I talk about positive reinforcement, PRAISE and some ideas for rewards and motivation for potty training.  I also suggest some methods for kids to keep track of their own progress/success. Good Luck! You CAN do it!

    • Potty Training Episode #3 Making Potty Training FUN!

    • Ideas for making potty training FUN and keeping your child on the potty longer! Take the stress out of potty training by making it FUN!

    • Potty Training Episode 2-B Methods

    • This segment talks about the importanceof books, videos, dolls and some of the methods used to get started potty training!  Don't forget to keep your sense of humor!  Potty humor can go a long way with toddlers!  Make it FUN! Good Luck!

    • My First Vlog!

    • I'm Jill (code name pottytots) Thanks to MomTV for the great little VADO video Camera to be able to be a part of this AWESOME online community! Looking forward to joining many different channels and learning and sharing with all you Moms out there!

    • Potty Training Episode #2-A Getting Started

    • This episode focuses on materials you will need to get started in potty training

    • Are you ready for Potty Training?

    • Potty Training  Episode #1 "Signs of Readiness" with Jill from Potty Tots

    • What is An Au Pair?

    • Source: www.youtube.com Au Pair Answer Mom explains what an au pair is and how hosting one can be a great childcare solution for your family.

    • Intro Jill From Potty Tots

    • Hi! Just introducing myself!  I hope I can help you with potty training! Jill

    • Brian's Story: Asperger's Syndrome in the Autism Spectrum

    • Autism awareness: Our story

    • Our 3 sons each have autism - this is a brief look at their journey. Our world feels like another planet sometimes, but our sons bless our lives every day!
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    • My Daughter's K- Graduation Pic

    • I Just thought I would share one of my 6 year old daughter Diamond's Kindergarten graduation pictures. It's been a while since I've been on Momtv & I see it's growing nicely, with wonderful new members :) So to all of the new members and old members too, I just want to say hi and wish you a fun filled Summer!!! If your shopping dont forget to stop by our family store at www.Irresistablecharm.net We are alway's getting new items in weekly. Sincerly, Renee'

    • My "Little Red Riding Hood".

    • Thought I would share a picture of my daughter Diamond age 5 as "Little Red Riding Hood". Im Sending a Happy Halloween to everyone here on Momtv. Renee' (owner) of Irresistable Charm. www.Irresistablecharm.net

    • Whimsical Floral Shop Birdhouse at Irresistable Charm

    • This enchatingly detailed Flower shop birdhouse, with gingerbread trim, bay window and an assortment of flowers will brighten any garden or porch! Check out our entire collection of Birdhouses and windchimes at www.Irresistablecharm.net Thank's Renee' L. Harvey (owner) of Irresistable Charm

    • Elegant Victorian Birdhouse at Irresistable Charm

    • This Victorian-style birdhouse features four roomy perches and adds a touch of unexspected charm to your garden or porch! Check out our entire collection at www.Irresistablecharm.net Thank's Renee' L. Harvey (owner) of Irresistable Charm

    • Me and my oldest Daughter Celebrating her 23rd Birthday

    • This is me and my oldest daughter Tasha celebrating her 23rd Birthday at the Cheesecake Factory in Easton. Happy Holiday's Renee'

    • Astract Fantasia Art Glass Vase at Irresistable Charm

    • This individually hand crafted jug-shaped vase is a treasure of glowing color and garden imagery! On sale in our Vases and Sculpters Collection at www.Irresistablechrm.net Thank's Renee' (owner) of Irresistable Charm.

    • "My Little Witch" Happy Halloween!

    • Just wanted to wish everyone a spook-tacular Halloween! (picture of my 4yr old daughter Diamond). Thank's Renee'

    • Aztec Ice Necklace at Irresistable Charm

    • This dramatic multi-strand choker-style necklace is dripping with crytal-clear faux-gemstone spheres and silvertone accents dazzle, while accented with a myriad of fauceted bugle beads. Simple stunning necklace! Retails for $29.99 on sale for $19.99 at www.Irresistable charm.net Thankyou Renee Harvey (owner) of Irresistable Charm.

    • Jumpolene

    • My sons playing in living room when they were younger.  Had lots of fun, put in balls and stuffed animals

    • cheap talk device

    • This is the communication device we had on loan for many yrs thru LAUSD.  Now he uses a go talk 9+ I bought a yr ago.

    • Matt at Breakfast with Shamu

    • Our spring break trip to Sea World in San Diego four years ago for Nick's tenth birthday.

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