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May is a pretty exciting month. In addition to Mother's Day, it's also National Bike Month and more importantly, it's also the month Emma (our 3 yr old daughter) got to experience and enjoy her first two wheel bicycle. Back in February her big gift for her birthday was a So Sweet Huffy Bicycle with training wheels that's just perfect for her size. She spent two long months excited and waiting to ride her first big girl bike for the first time … [Read more...]
I don't know but it feels like Easter is coming much too quickly this year. It seems like we just finished up St. Patrick's Day festivities and here we are scrambling to put together Easter baskets and scheduling the Easter egg hunts for the little ones. While everyone celebrates Easter a bit different, baskets filled with goodies are a pretty universal part of that celebration. We like to stuff ours with spring toys like bubbles, kites, … [Read more...]
Last month when our family first began the Listerine Oral Care Challenge we were really lacking an oral care schedule. There were many things in our lives we had prioritized and organized quite well but taking time for flossing/rinsing wasn't one of them. With the help of some expert advice and an oral care kit full of new toothbrushes, floss and rinse aids we got on the right track. Our secret? Floss. Brush. Rinse. Reward. It's amazing … [Read more...]
Last Halloween I shared some whimsical costumes that our daughters wore from Chasing Fireflies - a children's boutique offering unique clothing and decor. Well, now that Easter is almost here I want to share some super sweet Spring clothing too. Aside from the gorgeous collection of frilly dresses for girls, sweater vests for the boys and pastel decorations, Chasing Fireflies has some really cute every day style clothes too. One of of the … [Read more...]
Somewhere between crawling and potty training, kids hit that stage where diaper changes can be quite the challenge. Too big for a changing table and not quite ready to step up to the big kid potty, babies (and parents) need something easier and quicker for diapering. That's where the new Huggies Little Movers Slip-On Diapers come in. We've all been there, the second you lay your baby down to put on a new diaper she's doing the flip-flop, … [Read more...]
This holiday season, if you're looking for a gift to invest in for your toddler that will be around for years to come, you'll want to check out the Radio Flyer 4 in 1 Trike. It's far from the average tricycle because it's made for children as young as 9 months and as old as 5 years. The 4 in 1 Trike starts as a stroller, complete with a secure 3-point harness and wrap around tray with cup holder to protect your child. Then, as your little one … [Read more...]
For some of us winter isn't quite here yet even though it sure feels like it some days. If you're like our family and want to beat the winter boot rush, Crocs just released some new styles to keep those toes toasty during the upcoming snowy months. Right now they have a huge selection of colors and styles available for everyone in the family, including this fun boots and slip-ons below. Comfort for Dad Men’s Hover Slip On … [Read more...]
If you've ever wondered what the next best thing to a trip to Disney World for a Disney Princess loving girl is, well, I can tell you, it's the Disney Princess Ultimate Dream Castle. My two daughter's are the typical girly-girls that live, breathe and dream the Disney Princesses. As a mother, I can't help but smile seeing these characters as role models for my daughters. Beyond the beautiful gowns and sparkling tiaras, these characters express … [Read more...]
After a quick drive through our neighborhood one thing I've quickly noticed is how close it is to Halloween. Yards are filling up with spooky decor, tree branches swaying with white ghosts and of course, the pumpkins, they're everywhere. Thanks to Target, our family spent the weekend preparing our own outdoor decorations for the upcoming holiday. When I visited Target.com/Halloween online, I found an assortment of fun do-it-yourself Halloween … [Read more...]
Healthy living doesn't always come natural to children or adults for that matter. It's a conscious choice we have to make every single day for ourselves and for the ones we love. Getting kids to become animated about healthy lifestyle habits is not always easy. Recently, Disney Consumer Products (DCP) announced an exciting new program to help equip parents and busy families with the tools they need to incorporate more of these habits into a busy … [Read more...]
