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Mrs. Smith’s Diaper Bag ~ It’s in the Bag! {Review & Giveaway #4}


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Mrs. Smith’s Diaper Bag by Whoda Thought was created out of a mother’s frustration at spending way too much time struggling with all the little details versus being in the moment and enjoying her children. Rachel Smith decided after a difficult time traveling with her toddler son and infant daughter that there simply must be a more functional design to diaper bags that allow for much easier access, more efficient storage and versatility. And thus, the Mrs. Smith’s Diaper Bag was born.

I am undeniably guilty of being unorganized, especially in my purse and my diaper bag. It isn’t that I don’t want to be clutter free and have everything neatly in its place but I often fall short. It wouldn’t be usual to find random toys, dirty socks or an animal cracker floating around in my purse and much the same can be said about my diaper bag. After using the Mrs. Smith Diaper Bag the last couple of weeks (in this gorgeous dark copper color) I’ve found the perfect bag for longer trips.

Mrs Smith Diaper Bag

The pull out bottom drawer of this bag is simply G-E-N-I-U-S! The storage compartments kept all my snacks for a road trip together and with easy access, not to mention safe from getting squashed! For another trip I used it to hold some small toys as well but if but kids were still eating bag food or needing formula this would be the perfect spot to store it!

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If you are wondering if the bottom storage takes up too much room, don’t! I was able to still put two changes of clothing, two pairs of thick footed pajamas, diapers and wipes with a little room to spare on the top. There is a built in changing pad with is extra large, larger than I’ve ever seen in a diaper bag. The design makes it fold down super flat for maximum storage. The only downside is it isn’t padded.

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I also love how the Mrs. Smith’s Diaper Bag can convert from messenger style to a backpack in an easy switchover with the strap. Talk about versatility. This bag is definitely made for hauling though and is a decent size. While still compact enough to fit in our stroller basket, it isn’t the bag you’d use for a quick shopping trip. Don’t let the pictures deceive you. This bag is a good size and for that I’m grateful!

A number of fun styles are available including this chic Zebra

Mrs Smith Diaper Bag Zebraand this Brown Flowers.

Mrs Smith single_flower

Buy it: Check out the where to purchase page at Mrs. Smith’s Diaper Bags by Whoda Thought to see all online retailers including Chocolate Cakes Club which lists the names of the bags!

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Mrs. Smith’s Diaper Bags would like to give TWO of my readers their choice of diaper bag! (subject to availability)

MAIN ENTRY: Visit Mrs. Smith and tell me which design you would choose if you won!

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This contest will end on 11/3/09 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S. and Canada residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will have 72 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received a sample for the purpose of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation.  The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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Kidorable ~ It’s in the Bag! {Review & Giveaway #3}


I’m excited to bring to show you some wonderful items from Kidorable, a company that specializes in kids apparel and accessories that takes function and adds an imaginative and fun twist! They started as a small company in 1997 and have since grown faster than they ever imagined themselves! If you browse their styles you just can’t help but smile yourself so it really is no wonder they have so much appeal to children.

We got to try test out the fireman umbrella, boots and backpack. My three year old Lucian immediately gravitated to all of these items since he is currently obsessed with any type of emergency vehicles and firemen in general. He wasted no time putting on his boots and backpack so I took him outside to let him also enjoy his umbrella. He had fun identifying the images on the umbrella and was exited about the fire hydrant and ladder!

October 7, 2009 018 Lucian loves that the boots have wheels and flames going up them and even his little brother steals them whenever he gets the chance so he can clomp around the house in them! The fireman backpack has also been a hit with my son. He thinks it is so cool and it has been great to use for his weekly Early Childhood Education class for spare clothes. It certainly stands out among the rest of the bags! I like that there are outside pouches, perfect for small toys or snacks.

October 7, 2009 027The quality on all of these items is superb and as a parent I am very pleased. The only thing I should warn you about is the smell that comes from the backpack. It reminds me of the strong rubber smell I’ve gotten from other items with similar materials, like my yoga mat. You will definitely want to air it out before using. I don’t notice any smell now but it was a bit strong in the beginning. I wouldn’t however let it keep me from purchasing a backpack in the future, especially when the are so adorable.

How can you even resist this Ladybug Backpack or

Kidorable Lady Bugthis Frog Backpack?

Kidorable Frog

Now we just need a rain coat to match! If you are looking for an entire set, Kidorable has plenty to choose from, including this brand new Lucky Cat style for all you little ladies!

Kidorable Cat

Discount: Become a follower of Kidorable on twitter and get a code for a free umbrella via DM! How cool is that?

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Kidorable would like to give one of my readers their choice of backpack!

MAIN ENTRY: Visit Kidorable and tell me what backpack is your favorite or your favorite kidorable style!

Want more entries? (Just think how adorable your child will look!) After answering my question do any of the following and leave a comment telling me what you did. Each is worth one entry unless otherwise noted. Your comment is your entry so please leave the appropriate number of comments for each extra entry.

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-Blog about this contest and link back here and to Kidorable (3 entries)

This contest will end on 11/3/09 at 11:59 pm CST. U.S.  residents only. The winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will have 72 hours to respond to winning notification email before I draw another winner or do a live giveaway.

Disclosure: I received samples for the purposes of this review . This has no bearing on my completely honest review above and was not influenced by any type of monetary compensation.  The opinions and experiences I’ve shared with these products are my own and yours may differ.

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