http://www.viewpoints.com/aboutme/mahzzwell Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:48:04 GMT Reviews by mahzzwell http://www.viewpoints.com/Uniden-TRU8885-3-Trio-Cordless-Phone-review-55c22 After several years, the base went out on our Uniden but we still decided to stick with the same brand.  We upgraded to the 5.8ghz and went with a home base that had a cordless handset (whereas our old one had a corded handset).  We are extremely happy with the ease of use and quality.  The only drawback is that you have to store your names and numbers separately into each handset and/or base - it's not a global setting that applies to all phones once you store a number.... Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:48:04 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Uniden-TRU8885-3-Trio-Cordless-Phone-review-55c22 mahzzwell 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Graco-Travel-System-Car-Seat-review-71651 We've owned two of the Graco travel systems now and I wouldn't trade them for any other brand in this price range!  They are so sturdy and durable.  They offer great storage features and are also comfy for baby because the stroller seat goes into several reclining positions (whereas some brands I researched don't sit all the way up - go figure!).  The only drawback is that with the durability and safety you are sacrificing "lightweight" but although the stroller and car seat are heavy, they are still easy to operate with one hand.... Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:44:14 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Graco-Travel-System-Car-Seat-review-71651 mahzzwell 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Chevrolet-Impala-2006-review-d3f40 We purchased our Impala in September of 2007 and we really enjoy it.  It offers luxury car features with an affordable price tag!  I love the black leather in ours, it's so sleek!  The gas mileage is awesome too - we average about 27 mpg on the highway which is nice considering you feel like you're in a large, comfy, and safe vehicle.  The heated seats have been a great plus this winter too!  The only two negatives I can comment on is that the passenger front seat rides a little higher and stiffer than the driver's side and there is a slight shimmy in the steering wheel which several dealers I've talked to said just seems to be an issue with these cars but that it doesn't present any mechanical concerns.  I see our family owning this car for a long time!... Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:39:56 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Chevrolet-Impala-2006-review-d3f40 mahzzwell 4 http://www.viewpoints.com/Parents-Choice-Organic-Baby-Formula--151480-review-ffdb0 While I am pro-breastfeeding, due to my daughter's weight loss right after birth, her doctor had us supplement my breastmilk with formula.  I was worried she might get confused and start to prefer one over the other but that was not the case with this brand.  I feel good that I'm able to afford to buy her organic when I choose this brand because it's within my budget.  She loves the taste and I've never had a problem switching her back and forth between it and breastmilk. ... Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:35:12 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Parents-Choice-Organic-Baby-Formula--151480-review-ffdb0 mahzzwell 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Playtex-Ventaire-Baby-Bottles-review-40313 I've used these bottles through all of my babies and swear by them.  They are uniquely designed with a removable bottom that sucks the air out as the baby drinks - preventing them from swallowing the air and getting an upset stomach.  The design has an added bonus of making them easier to clean too!  The bend in shape also keeps the nipple full of milk.  I've never had a problem with leaking either!... Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:32:18 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Playtex-Ventaire-Baby-Bottles-review-40313 mahzzwell 5 http://www.viewpoints.com/Medela-Pump-In-Style-Advanced-Backpack-review-6789 I can't say enough good things about the Medela double breast pump!  The motor is high-powered and adjustable and so is the suction!  This is great for mother's who are breastfeeding for the first time and may be more sensitive than other mother's.  The double pumping not only helps to empty both breasts faster but it also serves to increase your milk supply since your body senses you're feeding two bambinos at once!  I've used mine through 3 babies and it's still going strong!... Mon, 04 Feb 2008 15:28:40 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Medela-Pump-In-Style-Advanced-Backpack-review-6789 mahzzwell 4