The first toy to face the judging panel -the judging panel being a rough, inquisitive baby with a short attention span and a badly singing, silly grooving, forever cleaning mama- is the Musical Tea Set by Fisher-Price.
"Time to share a pot of tea, some for you, some for me. Lets pretend and always say please and thank you"
PROS
* The songs are highly addictive and sweet.
* It teaches manners. A big please and thank you plus.
* The lid attracts babies attention, great for concentration and hand-eye coordination.
* The colours aren't overly bright and offensive. Its pretty to look at as well as play with.
* Ever tried to have a cup of tea with baby climbing all over you? Now they can have their own pot while you enjoy yours (That would be the plan, yes?)
* Stella can practice her drinking skills using the little teacup, it wont break and is the perfect size for her chubby hands.
CONS
* The little cakes. They were looking very appetising when I first started my sugar cutback. I could have almost bitten into that sweet looking plastic.
* Not enough buttons. Several buttons for baby to press would be more appealing than one single button for all songs.
* It isn't gender neutral.
* The more I think about it, the more I am convinced that the little cakes are a con. Shouldn't they be fruit? Or perhaps little club sandwiches? (party pooper mama is out in full force here)
*It is a little pricey, the average price being $44.99. That's a whole lotta money for a cup of tea.
Conclusion; Manners and table etiquette. What more could you ask for in a singing tea pot? You will be singing about tea for two whilst sharing a pot with your sweet little one for days on end. Sometimes I even pour a musical pot of tea when Stella isn't even here. Oh, to have a singing tea pot that held real tea! Definitely a recommended toy.
If you have a favourite toy that you would like to review and guest post about, feel free to contact me. I would love to have you share.
Plenty of love...
