April Knight-Copeland
@accordingtoapril.bsky.social
⚡ I test baby & kid products for busy parents
🚨 Safety | Smart Buying
🎥 Sunday product reviews
⬇️ Weekly Roundups + Buy Guides on Substack
https://substack.com/@accordingtoapril
🚨 Safety | Smart Buying
🎥 Sunday product reviews
⬇️ Weekly Roundups + Buy Guides on Substack
https://substack.com/@accordingtoapril
New video alert 🎥
Most parents think expensive baby monitor features equal better safety, but that’s not actually true.
🎯 Full breakdown on YouTube.
#BabySafety #ParentingTips #BabyGear #honestreviews
Most parents think expensive baby monitor features equal better safety, but that’s not actually true.
🎯 Full breakdown on YouTube.
#BabySafety #ParentingTips #BabyGear #honestreviews
3 Baby Monitor Features That Are COMPLETELY Useless 💸
YouTube video by According to April
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February 1, 2026 at 6:27 PM
New video alert 🎥
Most parents think expensive baby monitor features equal better safety, but that’s not actually true.
🎯 Full breakdown on YouTube.
#BabySafety #ParentingTips #BabyGear #honestreviews
Most parents think expensive baby monitor features equal better safety, but that’s not actually true.
🎯 Full breakdown on YouTube.
#BabySafety #ParentingTips #BabyGear #honestreviews
It’s essential to understand how they are getting the products, the protections you have, and your rights if any product doesn't comply with safety and federal laws.
Parents Need to Know Recalls + Amazon & TikTok Safety Risks
This week’s most important safety alerts, buying red flags, and what I’m testing next as a parent and independent product reviewer.
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January 26, 2026 at 6:47 PM
It’s essential to understand how they are getting the products, the protections you have, and your rights if any product doesn't comply with safety and federal laws.
New video alert 🎥
Most parents think baby monitor recalls only happen when hardware breaks, but that’s not actually true.
If you’re shopping for a baby monitor (or already own one), this one matters.
Most parents think baby monitor recalls only happen when hardware breaks, but that’s not actually true.
If you’re shopping for a baby monitor (or already own one), this one matters.
Baby Monitor NIGHTMARE! Is Your Child SAFE?! 😱
YouTube video by According to April
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January 25, 2026 at 9:19 PM
New video alert 🎥
Most parents think baby monitor recalls only happen when hardware breaks, but that’s not actually true.
If you’re shopping for a baby monitor (or already own one), this one matters.
Most parents think baby monitor recalls only happen when hardware breaks, but that’s not actually true.
If you’re shopping for a baby monitor (or already own one), this one matters.
I’m noticing a pattern in recent baby product recalls: “Convenience” items are failing safety standards far more often than core gear.
Loungers. Feeding aids. Sleep-adjacent products.
Parents assume they’re safe because they’re popular; that’s usually the mistake.
Loungers. Feeding aids. Sleep-adjacent products.
Parents assume they’re safe because they’re popular; that’s usually the mistake.
What Parents Need to Know This Week (Recalls + $2,000 on Baby Products)
This week’s most important safety alerts, product updates, and what I’m watching next as a parent and independent product tester.
open.substack.com
January 19, 2026 at 6:41 PM
I’m noticing a pattern in recent baby product recalls: “Convenience” items are failing safety standards far more often than core gear.
Loungers. Feeding aids. Sleep-adjacent products.
Parents assume they’re safe because they’re popular; that’s usually the mistake.
Loungers. Feeding aids. Sleep-adjacent products.
Parents assume they’re safe because they’re popular; that’s usually the mistake.
New video alert! 🎥
This video breaks down:
• What products I’m testing this year
• How I decide what’s actually worth it
• Why price ≠ quality in baby gear
• And how I avoid sponsored bias from brands
🥳Watch the full breakdown
youtu.be/_Ul5Ru05ScA
This video breaks down:
• What products I’m testing this year
• How I decide what’s actually worth it
• Why price ≠ quality in baby gear
• And how I avoid sponsored bias from brands
🥳Watch the full breakdown
youtu.be/_Ul5Ru05ScA
I’m Testing 50+ Baby & Kid Products in 2026 — Here’s Why
YouTube video by According to April
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January 18, 2026 at 4:40 PM
New video alert! 🎥
This video breaks down:
• What products I’m testing this year
• How I decide what’s actually worth it
• Why price ≠ quality in baby gear
• And how I avoid sponsored bias from brands
🥳Watch the full breakdown
youtu.be/_Ul5Ru05ScA
This video breaks down:
• What products I’m testing this year
• How I decide what’s actually worth it
• Why price ≠ quality in baby gear
• And how I avoid sponsored bias from brands
🥳Watch the full breakdown
youtu.be/_Ul5Ru05ScA
Baby Lounger Recall - What Every Parent Needs to Know
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Baby Lounger Recall - What Every Parent Needs to Know
Why that 'safe' baby lounger might be deadly
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October 21, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Baby Lounger Recall - What Every Parent Needs to Know
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After 5+ years of parenting, here’s what every mom needs to know:
The baby industry loves to prey on new parents' fears, but I’m sharing the truth about these 5 products that are complete wastes of money.
#ParentingHacks #BabyProducts #SaveMoney #HonestReview #NewMom #ParentingTips #ProductReview
The baby industry loves to prey on new parents' fears, but I’m sharing the truth about these 5 products that are complete wastes of money.
#ParentingHacks #BabyProducts #SaveMoney #HonestReview #NewMom #ParentingTips #ProductReview
5 Baby Products I Wish I'd Never Bought (Save Your Money)
YouTube video by According to April
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October 19, 2025 at 1:03 AM
After 5+ years of parenting, here’s what every mom needs to know:
The baby industry loves to prey on new parents' fears, but I’m sharing the truth about these 5 products that are complete wastes of money.
#ParentingHacks #BabyProducts #SaveMoney #HonestReview #NewMom #ParentingTips #ProductReview
The baby industry loves to prey on new parents' fears, but I’m sharing the truth about these 5 products that are complete wastes of money.
#ParentingHacks #BabyProducts #SaveMoney #HonestReview #NewMom #ParentingTips #ProductReview
I'm starting a Substack! New content coming soon :) substack.com/@accordingto...
April Knight-Copeland | Substack
Parenting journalist and smart mom friend who keeps you safe. Weekly recalls, safety tips & real-life parenting hacks, so you can stress less, protect more, and actually enjoy motherhood.
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September 28, 2025 at 2:46 AM
I'm starting a Substack! New content coming soon :) substack.com/@accordingto...
I Survived a Miscarriage after FET Cycle 1 and You Can Too | Episode 4
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I Survived a Miscarriage after FET Cycle 1 and You Can Too | Episode 4
YouTube video by According to April
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February 22, 2025 at 6:55 AM
I Survived a Miscarriage after FET Cycle 1 and You Can Too | Episode 4
youtu.be/dprakmGkItQ
youtu.be/dprakmGkItQ
NEW YOUTUBE VIDEO youtube.com/watch?v=ArMe...
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February 7, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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Making feeding time easier with 2 of my favorite products I used when my sons was a baby.
Comment YES below to receive a DM with the link to shop this post on my LTK ⬇ liketk.it/53TEV #ltkfamily #ltkbump #ltkbaby
Comment YES below to receive a DM with the link to shop this post on my LTK ⬇ liketk.it/53TEV #ltkfamily #ltkbump #ltkbaby
Dr Brown's Natural Flow Milk Spa … curated on LTK
Shop Dr Brown's Natural Flow Milk Spa … and other curated products on LTK, the easiest way to shop everything from your favorite creators.
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January 26, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Making feeding time easier with 2 of my favorite products I used when my sons was a baby.
Comment YES below to receive a DM with the link to shop this post on my LTK ⬇ liketk.it/53TEV #ltkfamily #ltkbump #ltkbaby
Comment YES below to receive a DM with the link to shop this post on my LTK ⬇ liketk.it/53TEV #ltkfamily #ltkbump #ltkbaby
Part 1 of my 6 part series of my IVF journey.
Want a Baby? WATCH This IVF Insider's Story
youtu.be/A1YoSjcCvnk
Want a Baby? WATCH This IVF Insider's Story
youtu.be/A1YoSjcCvnk
Want a Baby? WATCH This IVF Insider's Story
YouTube video by According to April
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January 20, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Part 1 of my 6 part series of my IVF journey.
Want a Baby? WATCH This IVF Insider's Story
youtu.be/A1YoSjcCvnk
Want a Baby? WATCH This IVF Insider's Story
youtu.be/A1YoSjcCvnk
January 18, 2025 at 5:50 PM
The ABSOLUTE BEST Winter Activities for Preschoolers
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The ABSOLUTE BEST Winter Activities for Preschoolers
YouTube video by According to April
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January 8, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The ABSOLUTE BEST Winter Activities for Preschoolers
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youtu.be/elpMt6d11tk
NEW YOUTUBE VIDEO: TRAVEL Like A Pro This Holiday Season With These 8 Easy Tips
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TRAVEL Like A Pro This Holiday Season With These 8 Easy Tips
YouTube video by According to April
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December 21, 2024 at 9:49 PM
NEW YOUTUBE VIDEO: TRAVEL Like A Pro This Holiday Season With These 8 Easy Tips
youtu.be/w40QlAFcVDQ
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