Click n' Play Pretend Play Cutting Vegetable Toy Set WIth Cutting Board and Knife Review

My 4 year old daughter has a Hello Kitty pretend cooking stand and she already has lots of pretend food and vegetables however, this is the first time she had a set of vegetables which can be sliced into two using a plastic toy knife and chopping board. Of course, when I received this, I was super excited to show it to my daughters. Before I head on over to my review, here is a short product description from the company:

This brightly colored set of plastic vegetables comes apart into segments, so children can pretend-slice vegetables. Our 14 piece set includes a variety of 12 different vegetables and a plastic knife that makes a realistic cutting sound along with a cutting board. We pride ourselves in developing products that encourage creativity and build self-confidence through play. This brightly colored set of plastic vegetables comes apart into segments by slicing them, then fit back again with Velcro
Children can pretend-slice vegetables on the cutting board with the included knife
Set includes a variety of 12 different vegetables with a cutting board and knife
Made using the highest quality materials. Tested to be safe for kids
Helps develop child's mind, creativity and thinking ability and train their hand-eye-coordination and hand flexibility by their own operation. Develops fine motor skills, great for OT (occupational therapist)

As soon as my daughters saw this set, they were super excited to play with the vegetables inside. This is a nice and cute pretend play cutting vegetables set. It consist of 10 pieces of different varieties of vegetables such as eggplant, carrots, green bell pepper, corn, tomato, broccoli, lemon, avocado, cabbage and onion. It also came with a cute little chopping board and a knife. These are made of quality plastic materials that were previously tested and safe for kids.

All the vegetables can be sliced in the middle and put together again by a velcro. The plastic vegetables have nice bright colors that mimics the real colors of real vegetables. It has a nice see-through plastic handbag for carrying and storage.

I love how my daughters were able to slice these plastic toy vegetables in half and then put them back over and over again. These toys promoted motor skills because they would have to practice holding 1 side of the vegetable and using their other hand to slice it in the middle using the knife. After that, they would put them back together again.

Aside from that, I love how light but durable the plastic vegetables are. My daughters were able to hold and grasp the toy vegetables easily. This play pretend toy set also enhanced creativity because my daughters were able to do pretend cooking using the vegetables on this set.

This is a nice set of pretend vegetable toy set and I love that these can be sliced in the middle using the plastic toy knife included. The velcro on the middle of each vegetable hasn't come off even after repeated slicing and putting back.

You can purchase the Click n" Play Pretend Play Cutting Vegetable Toy Set HERE.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Click n' Play Kids Pretend & Play Doctor Kit Review

My daughters, specially my 4 year old, loves to play pretend with their toys. Often times, I would hear them making different scenarios with their toys. When I received the Click n' Play Kids Pretend & Play Doctor Kit, I was super excited to show it to my daughters. Before I head on over to my review, here is a short product description from the company:

The Pretend & Play Doctor Set provides the perfect way to ease children's anxieties about doctor visits. Let them pretend to be the doctors or the patients and work out different scenarios for using all the tools. This Pretend & Play set is a great way to help children better understand their world while developing early language and social skills. Role playing doctor or hospital visits eases children's' anxieties and encourages empathy.Your little doctors will have super fun with this award winning toy! Develops fine motor skills, great for OT (occupational therapist)

The 15-piece set came in a sturdy plastic carrying case.

Included in the set are:
- stethoscope
- cellphone
- blood pressure cuff
- thermometer
- syringe with plunger
- ear examination tools (otoscope)
- 4 bandages
- scissors
- plastic specimen dish
- pair of plastic tongs
- dental mirror

The sturdy plastic carrying case measures 12 x 14 x 3.5 inches which makes it easy to keep everything organized and in order.

 Pressing the stethoscope button produces 2 sounds, which is a heart beat and a coughing sound. The batteries are already included and installed in the stethoscope.

The blood pressure cuff is cute and the plastic bulb is squeezable.

The cellphone is also battery operated but the batteries aren't included.

The toys included in this set are colorful and sturdy. I love how my daughters were able to familiarize themselves with some of the tools they see when they go to the doctor. The tools included in this set are all made of environmentally safe plastic. I also like that the size and length of the tools included in this set are perfect for kids and toddlers. They aren't too small and are easy to grip and hold.

I also like how my daughters are able to enhance their creativity and social skills by playing with each other and playing different scenarios. They also pretend that their dolls and plush toys are patients and they've set up a mini clinic here at home.

You can purchase the Click n' Play Kids Pretend & Play Doctor Kit HERE.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Gurin Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor Review

Blood pressure and pulse/heart rate are the 2 of the most important vital signs where health is concerned. These measurements help to assess the general health or basic body function of a person.I've tried several blood pressure monitor from Gurin and from experience, I know that their products are durable, well made and accurate.

The Gurin upper arm automatic digital blood pressure monitor is so handy and easy to use. It is very convenient to have one at home to check and monitor blood pressure and pulse rate. In fact, I can take my BP myself without the need for help as it is easy to apply the cuff and the big monitor displays the result within seconds. The result is quite accurate but not as precise as the mercury and aneroid sphygmomanometer, which is the most accurate and precise type of equipment to take blood pressure. Of course, I wouldn't use the latter ones at home since mercury is toxic and poisonous.

 This BP monitor can record 60 previous readings for monitoring and comparison. My mom who is 46 uses this every now and then just to check her BP. She does not have high BP but has a family history so she wants to check for her peace of mind and besides, one can not always go to the clinic just for BP. This is 1 instrument that is important to have at home for health monitoring and assessment.

The only thing I noticed was that the large digital display doesn't have a back light so I have to use this in a well lighted area. Although the display is large, making it easy to read, the lack of back light makes the display a bit dark and hard to read in dim places. Other than that, I like how the cuff deflates on its own after a blood pressure reading. The 4 x AA batteries are also included which is a nice addition too.

You can purchase the Gurin Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor HERE.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Kuuk Potato Fry Chopper Review

 I love french fries but I rarely make them from fresh potatoes at home. If I do cook them at home, I would always cook the pre-made ones from the grocery store. Why? Because slicing them one strip at a time is too much of a work for me. When I received the Kuuk Potato Chipper, I looked forward to trying it. Before I head on over to my review, here is a quick product description from the company:

Enjoy restaurant-quality fries at home
The Kuuk potato slicer is a must have appliance for anyone who wants delicious, restaurant quality french fries in their own kitchen at home. Simply place a potato in the slicer and press down on the handle to create evenly sized chunks of potato-ready to go in the pan or deep fryer.
Easy to use-creates fries in seconds!
Simply place a potato in the device, press down, and presto! Your very own perfectly shaped potato fries. Choose between a more traditional, thicker cut for restaurant-style fries, or the thinner option for gourmet-style. Either way.. you'll love them!
Create healthy sticks to use with dips
Cut carrot or cucumber batons to use as a low carb, low fat healthy alternative to dip in to salsa, hummus, guacamole . You can also create zucchini or apple strips.

I received the product packed in a nice box. The slicer measures 10 x 6 x 3.5 inches and the square cutting part measures 2.5 x 2.5 inches.

It came with 2 sets of cutting blades. The one that is mounted will produce bigger fries and the extra blade which is found tucked at the bottom will yield smaller french fries. It is easy to change the blade but make sure that the blade faces the inside.

Just insert the blade at the right side and that the 2 gaps or grooves should be at the top. It has a suction at the bottom to position and steady the slicer when cutting fries. It is so easy to use, just put the fries and pull the handle down. I noticed that the slicer had a hard time cutting bigger potatoes but it can slice the smaller ones with enough/right effort/force.

I like how sturdy this is and that it doesn't rock or feel like it's going to break down once I push the lever. I have only tried the slicer with potatoes and works well with small or medium size potatoes.

I love how easy this is to use and that it saves me time when cutting potatoes.

You can purchase the  Kuuk Potato Fry Chopper HERE.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Accuon Digital Wall Clock Review

I like having clocks around our home because I have a habit of looking at the time often. I also prefer a digital clock because it's easier for my daughters to know the time. When I received the digital wall clock from Accuon, I looked forward to trying it.

The Digital Wall Clock from Accuon measures 9 x 5.75 inches and has a large, easy to read display that can be seen from across the room. It is a self setting radio-controlled atomic clock. I can choose between 12 or 24 hr formats. It displays the date, day, temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit and seconds. It has an option to turn On/Off daylight saving time. It can be mounted on the wall or set up on the table. 2AA batteries which were needed to power up the clock were included. Awesome clock that will make a fine gift this Christmas.

You can purchase the Accuon Digital Wall Clock HERE.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Automatic Electric Salt And Pepper Grinder Set From Greenco Review

I like using freshly ground pepper because I learned from experience that it brings more flavor to dishes. I've used the manual salt and pepper grinders and although there are no problems with my wrist, sometimes, I feel the strain specially when I've over used my wrists from working out. When I received the Greenco automatic electric pepper mill and salt grinder, I looked forward to trying it. Before and I head on over to my review, here is a quick product description from the company:

This classic pepper mill is made from high quality stainless steel, which powered by 4 AA-sized batteries each. Ideal for dinner parties featuring salads and steaks that taste better with fresh-ground pepper and sea salt. Power: 4 AA-Sized Batteries Each (not included) The easy one touch operation allows for simple seasoning during food preparation. Simply lightly press the button and let our battery power do all the work for you. No need to crank a handle with our mill. The durable ceramic grinding plates can be adjusted from fine to coarse. The clear acrylic hopper is easy to fill and allows the user to monitor spice levels. This sophisticated mill is perfect for everyday use.

 These came in a set of 2 which is perfect for my most used spice which is salt and pepper.

The automatic electric pepper mill and salt grinder are made of quality stainless steel material. They are well made and they look very sleek, nice and elegant. These power up on 4 AA batteries each and for this product, batteries are not included.

 The top part is were the motor is and where the batteries should be placed. Once batteries are installed, the grinders are easy to use with just the push of a button.

Depending on how we want the texture of the salt and pepper, the ceramic grinding mechanism can easily be adjusted from fine to coarse making every meal delightful and tasty using freshly ground pepper. These grinders are an awesome addition to my kitchen and dining table and they can make a perfect gift too. These are also perfect for those who have problems with their wrists because with just one touch of the button, I can have perfect freshly ground pepper which I can also adjust to my desired fineness.

You can purchase the Automatic Electric Salt and Pepper Grinder Set from Greenco HERE.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Qutees Women's Knee High Socks Review

The Qutees Women's Knee High Socks, Boot Socks, Leg Warmers, Boot Cuffs has a very nice and cute design. It is comfortable to wear, fits just right and provides comfort and warmth specially now that it is getting cold. It is easy to pair and looks nice with my boots. It looks good with a dress, a skirt or shorts. The only thing I don't like about it is it makes my legs look a bit bigger. Maybe because I'm only 5 ft 2 and have short legs. I still wear it inside my scrubs because I stand most of the time at work and it provides good support for my legs.

Here is a short product description from the company:

Knee high socks will flatter your legs and complement your outfit. Boot socks are made with the best material: 95% Acrylic and 5% Spandex. Acrylic fiber holds its shape better than any other materials. Comfortable for year round wear. Knee high boot socks can be wear with flats, heels, and boots. Buy now for the holidays! Great gifts for birthdays and holidays. We are proud to announce with every purchase a donation will be given to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research.

You can purchase the Qutees Women's Knee High Socks HERE.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a sample for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I tried personally and believe will be good for my readers. No other form of compensation was received. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.