When a new toy to review arrived at our house a few weeks ago from Team Mom, I sure got a surprise when I opened the box!

Inside, staring back at me, were two big eyes. It took me a moment or two to realize what exactly this was…

It’s the Critter Conga from Parents!

We immediately pulled the Critter Conga out of the box and started to play.

Inside the Leopard Conga Drum and the functional Tambourine Lid, there are an additional 10 instruments.

- 2 Snake Drumsticks

- 2 Giraffe Maracas

- Crocodile Clacker

- 3 different whistles

- Monkey Rain Shaker

- Drum Toy

My daughter loved playing with all the different musical noise makers, especially the drum itself which can be played with the 2 snake drumsticks.

My friend was over with her 9 month old son and he got a kick out of the Giraffe Maracas.

We had a great time playing around and the BEST part of all was when we were done, everything fit so nicely inside the Conga Drum and was secured by the tambourine lid.

A mother’s dream…fun and storage all in one!

I loved how this toy was nothing like I’ve seen before. It’s not just 1 toy, its 12-in-1, inside a cool container.

The Critter Conga is great for toddlers as this toy is not only fun, but improves motor skills and memory.

Like all Parents toys, the Critter Conga is very well made and sturdy (can definitely take a beating) and completely safe -all Parents toys are 100% phthalate free.

Parents Critter Conga is recommended for ages 18+ months and retails for $30 at www.costco.com - made by www.Parents.com

Let’s face it, most toddlers love juice.

As a mom I know that most of these juice boxes are full of added sugar and calories that just aren’t needed and can be unhealthy.

I have found a juice box that both my daughter and I approve of made by R.W Knudsen Family.

The boxes are called Sensible Sippers and are USDA certified organic, contain 40% less calories and have no added sugar, preservatives or artificial flavors.

Sensible Sippers are the perfect size for little hands and feature the lovable Berenstain Bears on each of the 4 flavors: Apple, Banana, Fruit Punch and Mixed Berry.

The boxes contain a mix of 50% organic juice, and 50% water which reduces the amount of sugar without compromising taste.

Sensible Sippers are available at Whole Foods Markets nationwide.

Click Here & Register for $1 off coupon for any 8 pack of Sensible Sippers - expires 4/30/09.

We just reviewed 2 hot new toys that your children are going to love! The Aquadoodle Draw N’ Doodle and the Bath Blizzard, both from Spin Master.

Aquadoodle Draw N’ Doodle is for ages 2 and up. This is no mess magic! The Aquadoodle comes with a mat and a pen that is filled securely with water. Let your toddler be creative as they Draw and Doodle all over the mat. Don’t worry about messes because it is completely mess free! When mat dries artwork disappears and can be reused all over again. Suggested price: $24.99

Bath Blizzard is recommended for ages 3 and up. The Bath Blizzard from the Kid Kleen collection is a bubble maker for your bathtub. Encourage your little ones to get clean while having tons of bubble fun. The Bath Blizzard is safe and non-toxic with the use of its included bubbles, though any bubble bath can be used. It fits right in the tub on the water spout or knobs. The only problem you may have is getting your child to get out of the tub! Suggested price: $19.99

Both products come from Spin Master and are available at all leading toy retailers.