Category: Reviews (Page 5 of 7)

Parents need reviews. Honest, quality reviews which are unbiased and built on experience and research. Throw in some great photos and references, and you’re good to go!

Real Simple Mama takes pride in not being a “sellout”: what I mean is, I’m really particular when it comes to working with brands. I refuse almost every offer I receive in regards to free gear and gimmicks in exchange for reviews and exposure, because I don’t ever want to be pressured to be dishonest with my readers.

I include reviews from all aspects of parenting, consisting of: diapers and diaper gear, breastfeeding and pumping supplies, babywearing carriers and accessories, baby safety gear, baby led weaning and feeding products, toys and books, furniture and equipment, and even products for parents!

So rest assured, all reviews on Real Simple Mama are unbiased and fair. I’ll always give you lots of photos, what I like the best and what I don’t like about every product, and other suggestions that I have. Because if you’re like me, you want to read a review from someone who doesn’t have a ton of money to waste on crap that’s not quality, nor do you want to take someone’s advice when they’re being paid by the company they’re reviewing!

I am proud to help you find the products which will help you and your family.

If you’d like to see me do a review on something specific, feel free to contact me!

Review: Diaper Genie vs Dekor Comparison! - RealSimpleMama

Review: Diaper Genie vs Dekor Pail Comparison!

July 21, 2016 / The Mama / 0 Comments

As a parent, diaper duty is just one of the things that you have to suffer through. We usually try to do diaper changes as quickly as possible, and get the filthy thing (the diaper, not the baby) into quarantine as soon as we can. But let’s be honest: there’s only so much air freshener you can use. You really should use a diaper pail, and be as civilized as possible while cleaning other people’s bodily fluids.

I’ve got two diaper pails: the Diaper Genie, and the Dekor. I love one, and I hate one. Here’s my honest review in the hopes that you spend your money as wisely as you can! Your nose will thank me. Continue reading

What IS An Affiliate Link, Anyway?

July 11, 2016 / The Mama / 0 Comments

You’ve probably seen some verbage about affiliate links and disclaimers on various websites. But what is an affiliate link? What’s a disclaimer? Briefly, I’ll tell you what each of those terms means. Continue reading

Review: Piperoos Basic Changing Pad

July 7, 2016 / The Mama / 0 Comments

In the real world, us parents are not always in the comfort of our own home. When we take our baby out of our house, it seems like everything becomes ten times more difficult – from diaper changes to feeding to tummy time. If only there was a comfy, portable, easy-to-use product which would make life easier to take Baby on the go.

Oh wait. There is. And it’s called the Piperoo. Continue reading

Review: AquaNexis Diaper Sprayer

June 23, 2016 / The Mama / 0 Comments

The most common reason that people are leery to cloth diaper is because they do not know what to do about poop. Having someone’s bowel movements swishing around in my washing machine is not exactly my idea of a good time. Luckily for us all, there is the diaper sprayer. I chose the AquaNexis based on its combination of affordability and good reviews. I’ve been using it for a few weeks and I gotta tell you what I think! Check out the demo video at the end, too. Continue reading

Review: Chewbeads Teething Jewelry

May 30, 2016 / The Mama / 0 Comments

Teething jewelry has to be one of the greatest parenting inventions since the sippy cup. It is fashionable, inexpensive, and super useful. My husband got me a Bumkins Nixi teething necklace – you can see that review here. But while the concept is fantastic, that particular necklace left a lot to be desired. So I decided to get another one! But what did I think of this one – the Chewbeads Waverly necklace? Continue reading

Review: The Ultimate Comparison - Boppy vs My Brest Friend - RealSimpleMama image of baby at real simple mama for the ultimate comparison for breastfeeding and nursing, between the boppy pillow and the my brest friend pillow

Review: Boppy vs My Brest Friend Nursing Pillow Comparison

May 19, 2016 / The Mama / 3 Comments

The two most popular breastfeeding pillows are the Boppy and the My Brest Friend. I’ve used both for over three years and I write this to share my observations (and my top pick!) with you. Read on for the good, the bad, and the ugly of each of these two pillows: Boppy vs My Brest Friend. Continue reading

My Cloth Diaper Wash Routine

May 12, 2016 / The Mama / 5 Comments

I think one of the most terrifying and intimidating aspects of cloth diapering was “oh God how do I wash these things?!” There was no way I was going to use a good ole fashioned washboard and kneel by the freshwater creek in my knickers to scrub pee-soaked fabric. But I had to figure out a solution that would work for our family.

I had nightmares of baby poop smearing over all our work clothes, the utility room forever smelling of pee and regret. I did lots of research and have printed this routine out, proudly displaying it next to the washer. My hope is that it will shine some light into the mystery of “wait, you wash those… where? And with WHAT?!”

New and improved: updated January 2017 with two wash options, one for hard water and one for treated water! Continue reading

Nixi Ellisse necklace and Tondo bracelet

Review – Nixi Teething Jewelry

April 25, 2016 / The Mama / 0 Comments

Isn’t it often the simplest things which we find we need the most? I mean, a teething necklace seems like such a no-brainer, and yet I just recently got one. It has made such a difference! When I wake up in the morning I put on my Ellisse necklace by Nixi. I wear it constantly and my daughter loves it. What was originally a thoughtful Christmas present from my sweet husband has turned into one of the top items I use as a stay-at-home mom. Here’s my honest review of the Nixi teething jewelry. Continue reading

Review – Medela Pump In Style Advanced Double Electric Breast Pump

April 16, 2016 / The Mama / 0 Comments

I can still hear that whirring sound sometimes if I think about it… And Simon and Garfunkel singing “Hello darkness my old friend…” I pumped for over a year and a half for my first child; my breast pump was constantly with me. I must have spent hours upon hours with this thing – lugging it everywhere, washing parts multiple times a day, measuring milk… and my son’s life would be vastly different without the nourishment I provided by pumping. Get the scoop on a highly experienced mama’s review of the Medela Pump In Style Advanced Double Electric Breast Pump. Continue reading

Review: The Ultimate Nursing Pad Comparison! - Real Simple Mama

Review: The UPDATED Ultimate Nursing Pad Comparison!

March 26, 2016 / The Mama / 0 Comments

*Updated April 24 2016: woo hoo more reviews!!!

Let’s face it: whether or not you plan to breastfeed, your boobs are going to leak milk. And for as long as you breastfeed, your boobs are going to leak milk. And unless you want to ruin everything you wear, you are going to want nursing pads. But have no fear, I have done the work for you – comparing SIX different styles of washable and disposable nursing pads from four different brands. I’m proclaiming myself to be the world’s first breast pad connoisseur. And oh yes I’ve got real-life photos too! (Of the pads, not my boobs). Continue reading