SIX LITTLE DUCKS

Spring is here and so is the time for bundles of cutesy fluffy baby animals to be born. This is a quirky video version of "Six Little Ducks".
Mamas, before sharing with your babies, be aware that the goofy hunter (brief glimpse of a gun) is the one doing the singing.

CANADIAN (BABY) IDOL

Does your baby like to sing? Love to look in the mirror? Bang on things? My baby loves to do it all so the Fisher-Price Little Superstar Sing-Along Stage was ideal. It also allowed her to practice her sitting skills without her realizing it. She was having so much fun as the parts popped up and the lights flashed, she didn't notice how many neck and back muscles she was using. She will play with it in ten-minute spurts several times a day, hence, more frequent sitting practices.

There are two modes of play featuring five lively songs. After a few days, you'll know all the words! However, it comes with a set of song lyrics should you still have trouble with the catchy tunes. Babies can also create their own songs using the drum, xylophone, trombone or guitar keys. Baby voices and words of encouragement are bonuses to this small sit-down toy. I especially like the vibrant colours and the rattle microphone also keeps my baby busy.

3 AA batteries are included. Recommended age is 6-12 months old.

Available at Target (U.S.) and Toys R Us (Canada) for $49.99.

FEIST on SESAME STREET

We're all familiar with Feist's 1234 song as seen on the Apple iPod Nano commercials, but have you seen her on Sesame Street? Guaranteed to bring you a smile as she prances up and down the famous street that I (and I'm sure you) grew up watching.