Looking for some ideas to fill the Christmas Stockings?

Here are a few of my favorites!

The Slug is 30g of pure peanut butter, double squished to smooth, lightly salted and squashed into a foil tube. Aka a shot of the world’s finest peanut butter

Founded in 2007 by Pic Picot, New Zealand-based Pic’s Peanut Butter is New Zealand’s #1 selling peanut butter and sold in 13 countries around the world.   Pic’s is made from the finest quality Hi-Oleic peanuts from Australia that are fresh roasted and lovingly squashed in Nelson.  Pic’s then quick seals its peanut butter to preserve freshness and flavour.  Pic’s is all-natural, is gluten and sugar free and has no additives – simply peanuts and a trace of Kiwi salt, the unsalted version containing 100% peanuts.  Pic’s Peanut Butter is NON GMO Verified .  Four varieties are offered –  Original (Crunchy), Original (Crunchy, no salt), Smooth and Smooth (no salt) along with Pic’s Peanut Butter Slugs available individually and in a pack of 20.  Suggested retail is $7.99-$8.99 (380g, 13.4 oz. jar).  A 1Kg, 35.27 oz. sized jar is also available in Original Crunchy at a recommended retail of $19.99.  Pic’s Peanut Butter Slug retail is $.89-$.99 for individual packs.  For more information on Pic’s Peanut Butter visithttp://picspeanutbutter.com/

Find out more at: https://www.picspeanutbutter.com/us/pics-peanut-butter-products/peanut-butter-slugs 

https://www.amazon.com/Pics-Peanut-Butter-Dispenser-1-1oz/dp/B07D9VF7ZK

Love this next one! It goes well with Peanut Butter too!

CRAFTED BY NATURE – Three Peaks™ home is the volcanic central plateau of New Zealand’s North Island. Careful harvesting preserves the natural properties, health benefits & superb Manuka honey flavor.

CERTIFIED 100% PURE & AUTHENTIC – Sourced, and packaged in New Zealand, this ultra-premium Manuka honey is independently certified by stringent NZ UMF Honey Association purity & quality standards ensuring the authenticity of our New Zealand Manuka honey.

ULTRA-PREMIUM – Three Peaks™ Manuka honey is the finest quality Manuka honey from New Zealand. Smooth, creamy & delicious, this Manuka honey has rich flavor. Enjoy daily by the spoonful or combine with your favorite food or drink.

NATURAL REMEDY AND SUPER FOOD – Customers use Manuka honey to support respiratory & digestive health, relieve coughs & sore throats, accelerate healing, and promote wellbeing

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 Have kids who love to swim? This would be a useful gift idea!

Swim Season Gear to Protect Athletes’ Ears!

While most solutions for swimmer’s ear include ear drops containing alcohol to disinfect the ear, leading to in-ear dryness and concern for continual use, many parents are wishing for the day an all-natural, affordable and easy-to-use product will become available. Well, look no further than … ClearEars (from Cirrus Healthcare, the makers of EarPlanes):

How They Work (and Why You Need Them):

• ClearEars are a water-removing earplug device
• The revolutionary, patent-pending product is a soft comfortable earplug containing FDA-approved polymer which draws water from the ears
• Works quickly in 5-10 minutes – perfect for a fussy child suffering from swimmer’s ear this summer season
• Alcohol free, dries and relieves the ears
• More convenient than ear drops providing on the spot, all natural relief

Find them here!

These next ones are sure to be a hit with the younger kids! 

Hoyle Kids Games have some really cool card games for kids ages 4-6 years old! Moms and Dads will love them too! They are more than just fun! All of Hoyle’s card games are designed to be both fun and educational. Each game teaches a different set of practical skills such as addition and subtraction, sequence building and numeral identification, while promoting emotional intelligence, self-awareness and empathy.

One of my favorites is Monkey May I? This one is great for learning social skills and kids will also have fun!

Find them all here! 

Hang the Stockings with Goliath! 

Here are some more games for kids that are sure to be a hit! I

Charades for Kids is designed for kids of all ages to play and enjoy. Each of the 150 charade clue cards includes a word and a picture so even the youngest of children can play. This classic game is a family favorite sure to bring smiles to everyone around the fireplace this holiday season. For 3 or more players, ages 4 and up.

Color Smash is the fun, fast card game of color coordination and fast reflexes. Color Smash includes 113 colorful slap cards, each one featuring a different color and word combo. Family members take turns laying out their slap cards, until there is a splat with the correct color word on it then SLAP! Be the first player to collect the most cards to win. For 2 or more players, ages 6 and up.

Check out the new generation of tops with i-Top! Using smart technology, these high-tech top keeps track of the number of spins, while LEDs light up the display. Unlock hidden features to show special animations or challenge your friend to a high score. Check out your local Target for exclusive i-Toppackaging ideally sized for stockings! For ages 7 and up.

By the way, they’re looking for the ultimate i-Top Master! Go to iTopChallenge.com and answer the challenge by submitting your high-score and tracking how the competition is doing around the US and Canada. The challenge ends in June with the highest score winning a free trip to a theme park.

About Pressman

Since 1922, Pressman has been entertaining families for generations – from making Chinese Checkers into a craze that swept the nation in the 1920s to creating timeless classics such as Rummikub^®, Tri-Ominos^®, and Mastermind^®.

Pressman’s iconic red boxes have introduced millions of Americans to the joys of Chess, Checkers, Backgammon, Cribbage, Bingo, Dominoes, Mancala, and a host of other classic games. Pressman has helped youth discover the world around them with its classic toddler toys, such as Let’s Go Fishin’^™, Mr. Bucket^™, and Lucky Ducks^™. In addition, Pressman has been a leader in creating licensed games and puzzles based on the Diary of the Wimpy Kid^™, Harry Potter^™, Wheel of Fortune^™, and more.

Pressman has promoted global learning with its STEM and educational products that encourage critical thinking, sequencing, problem-solving, and other fundamental skills. For more information, please visit www.pressmantoy.com.

About Goliath
Goliath^® is one of the few remaining family-owned global toy and game companies. Goliath is an international manufacturer and distributor of a broad range of products. Examples include Wahu^®, Rocket Fishing Rod^®, Rummikub^®, Rubik’s Cube^®, Tri-Ominos^®, Wordsearch^™, Pop the Pig^®, Doggie Doo^™, Gooey Looey^™, and Catch the Fox^™.

The company has continued to see substantial growth with the acquisitions of Pressman Toy^® and JAX^® in the US, Crown & Andrews^® and Britz ‘n Pieces/Wahu in Australia, Modelco^® in France, and Elephanta^® in New Zealand. Goliath is a market leader in TV-promoted games and is active in many other toy categories, such as puzzles, arts & crafts, outdoor, activity, and novelties. Goliath products now sell in more than 75 countries worldwide and the company has offices in the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Poland, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, USA and Canada. For more information, please visit www.goliathgames.com.

The next one is a new Favorite of mine! It isn’t quite a cookie but it’s between a Cookie and a Scone! 

These are created by Chef Jack Witherspoon!

Self Disclosure: I received free samples of the above items. No other compensation was received. Images were also provided.

The holidays are here and time for shopping! Here are some of my favorite gift suggestions!

Looking for a Family Friendly Card Game?

Engaging in meaningful conversations with children has become increasingly difficult in today’s online world. Luckily, Vertellis has introduced a new edition to their popular card games for parents and their children over 8-years-old that re-enforces meaningful conversation and kindness. I love how this game promotes kindness and it’s also great to take along on trips!

Prompted by questions, points are earned by starting and engaging in meaningful conversations. It’s a fun, interactive way to bring the family together.

Vertellis is Dutch and translates as “tell me more”. The game retails for $19.99 and available on their website and Amazon.

For more information visit, https://www.vertellis.com/

Here’s a great gift idea for kids!

New BrainBoltT Toy Can Help Sharpen Memory- Great Gift/Stocking Stuffer for Kids of all Ages!

Educational Insights BrainBolt™ is a blazing, fast light-up memory game! Players follow the lights and see if their memory is up to the BrainBolt™ challenge. Players watch, remember, and identify the lights that are new to the sequence. Perfect for solo play and ready for head-to-head mode with a friend, timed mode, or advanced mode for expert players. How to Play: Tiles light up in random order. Identify and press each newly lit tile on the board. Exercise your memory with BrainBolt™. Age range:  7-99; MSRP: $21.99

Looking for a great gift idea for the creative ones on your list? 

Bring your imagination to the table and get in the spirit of crafting some fun. Hy-Lite^® offers durable acrylic block Craft Blocks for both children and adults to create imaginative, unique gifts and decorations. Each Craft Block comes in a standard eight-inch by eight-inch square size and is three-inches wide. The blocks are fitted with a one-and-one-half-inch sized access holes and have a reusable rubber seal, making it easy to add items inside the Craft Block.

Easy to handle and transport, the long-lasting acrylic blocks are sold both individually ($15 each) and by the case (at $225 for 24 blocks) online and are offered with free shipping. The lightweight clear wave acrylic blocks are made in the U.S.A. and offer a safe, break-resistant way to create projects for all ages.

These are great for making gifts such as memory boxes!

Have a Harry Potter Fan on your shopping list? These games from Goliath Games/Pressman Toy Company are sure to be a hit!

Calling all Wizards! Magical beasts have broken loose at Hogwarts in Harry Potter and the Magical Beasts Game.  In this action-packed game, players collect clues and track down magical beasts both in and out of Hogwarts by traveling through magical portals. The dynamic swinging game board adds excitement that leads to hours of fun. Designed for 2 to 4 players, ages 8 and up.

Muggles and wizards alike will be enchanted by Harry Potter and the Tri-Wizard Maze! This Tri-Wizard challenge features fast-action Pop’N’Race play as players race around the Tri-Wizard Maze to capture the Tri-Wizard Cup. Designed for 2 to 4 players, ages 5 and up.

Another great game from this company is MacGyver™ The Escape Room Game In A Box!

MacGyver: The Escape Room Game  is now available exclusively at Target.  This multi-scenario escape room in a box is perfect for MacGyver fans and escape room fanatics alike.

MacGyver: The Escape Room Game brings the challenge of an escape room straight to the comfort of a player’s home. Under license by CBS Consumer Products, this escape room in a box includes five, individual, hour-long missions that will require players to use their mind as the ultimate weapon.

MacGyver’s team must use the interactive website to guide them through the missions, while keeping in contact with their operative at the Phoenix Foundation to track their progress.

Players will need to work together and use the tools at hand to solve puzzles and diffuse bombs. Think outside of the box, as you discover secret codes, take on high-risk missions, and face off against a familiar foe. This one is great for ages 12+.

Will MacGyver save the day, or will it end in disaster? Designed for 1 – 4 players, ages twelve and up.

About Pressman

Since 1922, Pressman has been entertaining families for generations – from making Chinese Checkers into a craze that swept the nation in the 1920s to creating timeless classics such as Rummikub®, Tri-Ominos®, and Mastermind®.

Pressman’s iconic red boxes have introduced millions of Americans to the joys of Chess, Checkers, Backgammon, Cribbage, Bingo, Dominoes, Mancala, and a host of other classic games. Pressman has helped youth discover the world around them with its classic toddler toys, such as Let’s Go Fishin’™, Mr. Bucket™, and Lucky Ducks™. In addition, Pressman has been a leader in creating licensed games and puzzles based on the Diary of the Wimpy Kid™, Harry Potter™, Wheel of Fortune™, and more.

Pressman has promoted global learning with its STEM and educational products that encourage critical thinking, sequencing, problem-solving, and other fundamental skills. For more information, please visit www.pressmantoy.com.

DVD’s often make great gifts! They are also perfect for stocking stuffers! 

THE ORIGINALS: THE COMPLETE SERIES:

After five incredible seasons, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment marks the end of an ancient era with the release of The Originals: The Complete Series on DVD. Gather around the TV this holiday season with your friends and family and feast on all 92 episodes from the beloved vampire series for $89.99 SRP.

This next one is great for younger children!

HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS!: THE ULTIMATE EDITION:

The best-selling, perennial holiday classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!: The Ultimate Edition, got even better with the addition of two Grinch specials, which are available in high definition for the first time ever! Magnificently narrated by Boris Karloff (Frankenstein, The Mummy) and directed by animation genius and cartoon legend Chuck Jones (Looney Tunes, What’s Opera, Doc?), How the Grinch Stole Christmas! tells the story of the miserable Grinch, who wants to sabotage Christmas for all the Whos in Who-ville. This release also includes The Grinch Grinches the Cat in the Hat and Halloween is Grinch Night. Available now on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, which includes a Blu-ray™, DVD and digital copy for $24.98 SRP, and standard definition for $19.98 SRP.

New “Plug & Play” Retro Gaming Systems will be a hit with your kids (and adults) who love video games!

These “plug & play” products include an HDMI dongle and wireless controller bundles and feature eight to 20 classic videogame titles per model. These new hardware products are now available at major U.S. and Canadian retailers and retail for between $19.99 and $39.99. The Blast! family includes the Atari Flashback Blast! Vol. 1, Atari Flashback Blast! Vol. 2, Activision Flashback Blast!, Legends Flashback Blast! and Bandai Namco Flashback Blast!, all of which come with a USB-powered HDMI dongle that plugs directly into the TV and an ergonomic six-button wireless gamepad. The Atari Flashback Blast! Vol. 3 swaps the wireless gamepad for a pair of wireless game paddles, which are specially optimized for its selection of classic paddle and ball games.

Games featured include Centipede, Millipede, Yar’s Revenge, Asteroids, Missile Command, Pitfall, River Raid, Space Invaders, Pac-Man, Galaga and Dig Dug.  Have an adult who loved these games in the 80’s? They will absolutely love this as a gift!

Have a college student on your shopping list? I think they will absolutely love the newest bag collection by Solo New York! Inspired by the NYC hustle, the Nomad Collection has two bags in the line with a new TSA approved design– a full unzip so the bag lays flat to avoid having to remove laptops in most airport screening areas – allowing for an easier flow through airport security lines.

I absolutely love the Route Slim Briefcase! It’s just perfect to travel with my laptop!

Find this amazing collection at https://www.solo-ny.com/nomad

Little girls will just love this next one!

Adora knows details, they started out about 20 years ago as a collectible doll company with popular 20” toddler play dolls that focused on realistic features and beautiful designs. Since then, they’ve expanded to include smaller baby dolls, accessories, strollers, plush toys, and even more diverse dolls with different ethnicities, boy dolls, and gender neutral designs. Thoughtfully crafted to give parents peace of mind, Adora toys are playful, creative, durable and most of all – Made for Play!

If you are looking for dolls this is the company to check out. I love that they have dolls for even the youngest of babies and toddlers.

Check out their products at https://www.adoraplay.com/

Here’s another fantastic DIY gift idea for the creative types on your list! 

DIAMOND ART CLUB: The new hot hobby & DIY handcraft!

This new addictive DIY handcraft is like a modern version of cross-stitch, where crafters can select their favorite exclusive artist designs on DiamondArtClub.com, and create them at home into a sparkling mosaic using the *Diamond Art Club toolkit. Crafters of all ages can channel their inner artist in this new addictive and meditative craft – whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast, creative mom, retiree looking for a new hobby, or a teen that needs a distraction from their phone!

I love that they have a wide range of collections to choose from and this is also great for teenagers!

And if you are looking to buy a Cookie decorating kit this holiday?  Allie’s Gluten–Free Goodies  is a site to check out!

I love this kit because the cookies are all ready to decorate and the frosting is already made so it really can’t get any easier! I had fun decorating with one of my youngest of reviewers! This kit came with Snowflakes, Trees and even Snowmen! I really liked how it also came with frosting and sprinkles!

For a complete list of all her goodies check out her website. www.alliesgfg.com or call for special orders.

This next one is a great gift for busy Moms (or Dads) on the go!

The Travel Mug by GoSili is sure to be a hit! I love how this keeps my coffee warm for a long time! It is available in three colors and costs $14.99. You can find it here!

About GoSili®

Traverse City-based GoSili was founded in 2006 by Stacey Feeley and Giuliana Schwab with the mission of Waste Less!  GoSili designs and manufactures silicone tableware products for the whole family.  The excessive use and waste of disposable paper and plastic inspired the GoSili founders to create a modern line incorporating all the practical benefits that silicone has to offer.  GoSili is the parent company of the award-winning children’s silicone products brand Silikids.  GoSili products make the basics better by bringing an alternative to plastic, bridging the gap between great design and affordability while improving the way we live! A win-win for all!  For more information visit www.gosili.com.

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Here’s another great gift idea for kids! I love this fast-paced game!

This is fun for all ages! It’s a fun flipping game that can also be played solo. I really like that Teens and adults will love this one! There are basic and advanced tricks and I haven’t quite got the advanced ones down yet!

Find out more here!

Looking for some stylish and comfortable clothing for the Boys and Men in your life? 

Brooklyn Cloth sells street-inspired men’s and boy’s tees, hoodies, joggers, denim jackets and windbreakers that are sure to be a hit this holiday!

Brooklyn Cloth currently retails with Amazon, Urban Outfitters, Target, Pacsun, Belk and Tilly’s among many others. The company is a lifestyle brand that is inspired by east coast surf and skate scenes. Designed for the streets, by the streets, Brooklyn Cloth’s product development team closely mirrors the demographics of its audience. The products are versatile in cut, color, graphic and pattern. The brand is typically targeted at Gen Z and millennial customers.

I actually think their clothing is pretty cool!

Find out more here! 

Happy Holidays! Stay tuned! More gift suggestions this week! 

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this post. Images were also provided. I only feature products that I recommend. No other compensation was received to post. 

Are you really busy running around this holiday season and tired of eating your little one’s leftovers or getting fast food? Well, here’s a healthy alternative! Fresh n’ Lean is here to make parents’ lives easier! All you do is order, heat and eat! It doesn’t get any simpler than that! The best part is no cleanup! I’m all for that this busy holiday season!

Fresh n’ Lean is a ready-to-eat meal delivery service. Every meal is organic, fresh (never frozen), non-gmo, grass fed, and locally sourced. They cater to many different diets: paleo, vegan, dairy free, gluten free, low carb, and low fat. They ship nationwide (AK and HI included) via FedEx.

These organic. ready to eat meals start at $9.33 a meal (cheaper than most eating out options!) and there are different meal plans such as the ION Performance Protein plan and there are breakfast, lunch and dinner choices.

I like that the meals taste fresh and are healthy meals. But, that there is no prep time really involved. They are simply ordered online and then heated up. Many other healthy meal plans that you can order online has so much prep time involved. You are also in charge of customizing your meal plan. You simply select your plan online or choose from their a la carte options. Their meals are currently freshly prepared in Chino, CA but they will soon be moving to Anaheim, CA.

Check them out at https://www.freshnlean.com/

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this post. No other compensation was received. 

The holidays are here and it’s a time to have family and friends drop in to celebrate the festive season. So, you better have the snacks ready! Milton’s Crackers have you covered! These are great for both adults and children and they are also great for on the go this busy season! Also, each of Milton’s cracker lines are crafted with clean ingredients that are Non-GMO Project verified. So they’re crackers that are good for you and the environment, too. Now, how cool is that?!

For those looking to live an organic lifestyle, checkout Milton’s BRAND NEW Certified Organic Crackers. Serve the Organic Multi-Grain, Organic Himalayan Salt or Organic Olive Oil & Sea Salt as a part of a satisfying holiday snack spread. The subtle accent of unique flavors make these versatile crackers enjoyable with anything, anywhere – from a broad range of gourmet toppings to everyday dips and spreads. I really love the taste! My favorite is the Organic Multi-Grain crackers and I love them with dips and also soups and even chili! These are a must for the Winter season!

Or, give Milton’s Gluten Free crackers a taste…they please a variety of palettes, whether you’re gluten free or just love snacking right out of the bag! Caution: these crackers are highly addictive. The Gluten Free Crispy Sea Salt and Gluten Free Cheddar Cheese varieties are ideal packed in lunch as a healthier alternative to chips, or for dipping into favorite spreads as a holiday snack. These two flavors were a hit with everyone in my family!

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this post. Images were also provided. 

The holidays are here! Shopping for gifts for a new baby or a new Mom? Here are some of my favorites!

MAM’s Winter Pacifiers are a perfect stocking stuffer for baby!  Designed to keep baby calm and promote proper oral development, MAM pacifiers have a SkinSoft nipple that is easily accepted by babies and a shield that allows for maximum breathability for baby’s sensitive skin. The set includes Two BPA-free pacifiers and in really cute Winter themed designs.

More info:

• Curved shield allows the pacifier to sit comfortably on baby’s face

• MAM Ultra Soft Silicone Nipple stays comfortably in baby’s mouth due to the anti-slip texture

• Symmetrical nipple ideal for baby’s jaw development

• Textured surface and multiple small openings on the pacifier shield allow air to circulate and baby’s skin to breathe

• Storage case is reusable and can be used in the microwave to sterilize pacifiers

Retail: $7.49

Find them at http://www.shopmambaby.com/shop/mambaby-pacifiers/holiday

This next company has the absolute most adorable shoes for babies, toddlers, and young children! 

I received the cutest pair for my niece and can’t wait to give them to her this Christmas! They aren’t only cute, they are also comfy and I really recommend these! You can find them at https://www.pediped.com/products/originals-br-rosa-gingersnap__2184

More info:

About pediped^®
Exceptional quality, unsurpassed comfort, and distinctive styling have made the award-winning company the fastest growing children’s footwear brand in the United States. pediped^®footwear has been awarded the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance for the promotion of healthy foot development, and preeminent orthopedic medical professionals, Dr. Mininder S. Kocher and Dr. Thomas W. Vorderer, deem pediped^® shoes an excellent choice for parents/caregivers who want their children’s feet to develop naturally and healthily. pediped^® has received numerous industry awards and accolades including recognition from Earnshaw’s, the premier media resource serving the children’s market. In 2015 pediped^® was recognized by the Footwear Industry Awards as the Children’s Footwear Brand of the Year and earned a 2016 Earnie Award from Earnshaw’s magazine as the Footwear Brand of the Year.

pediped^® is sold in over 750 stores in the United States and 40 countries worldwide with an offering of more than 120 designs for boys and girls between its three lines, Originals^®, Grip ‘n’ Go™ and Flex^®. The award-winning footwear is available in EU sizes 17 to 38 (US newborn to 6 Youth). For more information visit www.pediped.com

This next one would also make a great gift for the Mom-to-be!

SAVOR – THE TOTALLY CUSTOMIZABLE KEEPSAKE BOX

SAVOR – THE TOTALLY CUSTOMIZABLE KEEPSAKE BOX!

We want to remember life’s big moments – the birth of a child, a family wedding – with keepsakes worthy of the important events they commemorate.  Having already elevated keepsake storage and organization with their handmade, custom-dyed fabric boxes, Savor now introduces a fully customizable option with gorgeous, hand-lettered calligraphy, the Savor Personal Edition line for their Baby and Wedding Edition Keepsake Boxes.

With all the ease and style of their Wedding and Baby Edition Keepsake boxes, the latest release from Savor now takes it up a notch for a gift that stands out from the crowd.  Hand-lettered in Michigan by an expert calligrapher, Savor’s new line, Personal Edition, puts a personal touch on a baby or wedding gift.  Each box comes with the owners’ names or initials on the sides in either metallic silver or rose gold.  Options include initials that come through a peek-a-boo window or names emblazoned on the side of the box. The letters are handwritten and then printed and applied to the side of the box.  Additionally, the desired initials are penned onto the frame on the front of the box, for easy identification when the box is displayed on a shelf.

The Personal Edition, like their original counterparts, makes it quick and simple to save and organize important mementos.  The handcrafted boxes house two custom-dyed, cloth-covered books.  One “book” holds drawers for special objects, from a cake topper to first shoes to the first lock of hair.  The second box holds vertical files for documents, such as a wedding license, vows, or a sonogram.  Each contains 2 sheets of illustrated labels to guide users in what’s worth keeping.

The Personal Edition baby Keepsake Boxes are offered in Slate  (with silver letters) and have a recommended retail of $119.95.  The Personal Edition wedding Keepsake Boxes are offered in Slate or Something Blue for wedding (with rose color letters) and have a recommended retail of $129.95.  The line is available on the Savor website and on Etsy, and will soon be available on UncommonGoods and Amazon.

About Savor:

Partners Karla and Jenny created The Library to help parents and newlyweds around the world tell the stories of their lives. Their handcrafted, bespoke boxes are the antidote to the ugly, plastic bin, providing an easy, organized storage system for keepsakes and treasures that owners are proud to display. With keepsake systems for baby, school years, and weddings, Savor’s award-winning system encourages families everywhere to Savor the everyday moments, find joy in special physical objects, and curate, save, and relish happy memories. For more information, visit www.savor.us.

This next one is also a must for new Moms!

The Covered Goods new Cherries multi-use nursing cover is the perfect gift! I like that this can be used many different ways! I also love the new design!

About Covered Goods™

San Clemente, CA-based Covered Goods was founded in 2012 by mom Jamie Yetter.  The original multi-use nursing cover, Covered Goods covers provide true all over coverage and can also be used as a scarf, car seat cover and shopping cart cover.  Covered Goods covers are manufactured in the USA.  For more information visit www.coveredgoods.com.

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Winter means colder weather! The winter onesie by ergoPouch is a great gift idea to keep baby warm! 

Find it at https://www.ergopouch.com/collections/winter-sleep-suit

ABOUT ERGOPOUCH:

Melbourne, Australia-based ergoPouch was founded in 2009 by Alina Sack.  As a mother, Sack drew on her own personal experiences of sleep deprivation to come up with innovative products designed to help babies and kids get a better night’s sleep.  The award-winning ergoPouch collection includes premium quality baby swaddles, sleeping bags, sleep suits and layers available from birth to 6 years of age sizing along with organic bedding.  All ergoPouch products are made with natural fibers including Organic Cotton and Bamboo.  ergoPouch products offer great functionality and versatility with swaddles that can easily transition to a sleeping bag and sleep suits that convert from bags to suits with legs for easy use from bassinet to stroller.

For more information visit www.ergopouch.com.

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This next one is a great gift idea for new Moms and baby too! 

I really like this brand and they have many great products! The b.box feeding gift set is my suggestion for a holiday gift!

You can find it at https://www.bboxbaby.com/collections/feeding-set/feeding-set

I really like the quality of their products and I love the design.

More info:

Australia based b.box was founded in 2007 by Dannielle Michaels and Monique Filer.  b.box products are fun and functional to make parent’s lives that little bit easier with a touch of cool thrown in.  The award-winning b.box collection of innovative designed everyday baby essentials includes the Travel Drying Rack, Sippy Cups, Feeding gift sets, silicone drink tops, Diaper Wallet, Baby Bottle + Dispenser, Diaper Caddy, bibs, Snack Pack, Mesh Feeder, Baby Spoon, Bowl + Straw, Toddler Cutlery Set, Divided Plates, gift sets and universal fit drink lids.   For more information visit www.bboxbaby.com.

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These next two products are a must for travel and including in baby’s Diaper bag this holiday season! 

Traveling during the holiday season is never easy – think traffic jams, winter weather, delayed flights! When you add babies and toddlers into the equation, you may be tempted to simply hunker down at home.

Nevertheless, millions of Americans are expected to hit the road or air this holiday season and traveling with your baby can get messy – quick! To keep your little one feeling fresh all day, we wanted to share our favorite baby product to keep in your diaper bag anywhere you go…

• The Baby Magic No-Rinse Wash is the ultimate diaper bag essential that should be at the top of your list! The foaming application allows you to clean your baby without running a full bath and is great to use when you are away from home for a quick and easy airport, or road trip clean-up.

o   Available on babymagic.com

o   SRP: $5.49

• Kick pesky diaper rash with the all-new Boudreaux’s Butt Paste Butt Brush™– a mess-free silicone applicator that helps parents gently apply a thick and smooth coat of Butt Paste® on baby’s booty to form a protective barrier from wetness – perfect for on the go and keeping mom’s or dad’s hands clean!

o   Available on Amazon.com

o   SRP: $9.99

We have actually teamed up for a Holiday Giveaway with Baby Magic! One winner will win the following:

         Baby Magic’s Original Hair & Body Wash

        Baby Magic’s Creamy Baby Oil 

        Baby Magic’s Calming Lotion

 $30 worth of Baby Magic product! Now, how cool is that?! To enter, leave a comment below! Deadline to enter is December 19th, 2018 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be chosen. U.S. Residents only, please.

Little ones love toys! Here are two that I recommend from Edushape!

The Magic Shapes are great for little children 3+ years old and they will love building with them! They stick together easily and will be a real hit! Rollipop Advanced will be a fun one for ages 9 months and up. This is baby’s first ball run! Look for them at https://www.edushape.com  

Check out their Amazon store at https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/F3925FBA-79D0-463C-8522-544CBBBAB030

Look for all of these amazing products this holiday season!

Happy Holidays!

Self Disclosure: I received samples to facilitate this holiday featured post. Images were also provided. No other compensation was received. 

How many times have you seen a little boy crying hysterically and refusing to let go of his mommy’s skirt? Or a toddler lying on the floor, bawling her eyes out. These are common scenarios during the opening of classes at a preschool and even elementary schools. These youngsters have anxiety attacks from parting from their mommies and daddies and spending time at a room full of other hysterical kids they are meeting the first time.

It is essential for kids to equate learning and school with FUN. After all, they will be spending the next 20 years of their lives inside the halls of a school. Educators and school owners must always strive to make their school a magnet for curious eyes and a haven away from home for these little cutie pies. What better way to entice children (and parents) to enroll in your school than to have fun school activities for your students? So read on as I give you four fun school activities for elementary kids.

1.  Arts and crafts to bring out the inner artist of your child.

Lucky for kids today there are lots of wholesale craft and school supplies that provide all the artsy needs of the next Da Vinci.  Hold art sessions and classes for the young ones to enhance their creativity while having fun. You can also hold mini art exhibits to display the works of these budding artists. Watch them beam with pride while their works of art are presented to their parents, schoolmates, and friends.

2.  Let them have fun out in the field.

Due to technology and gadgets, kids prefer to stay indoors and play away with their tablets and smartphones. But being a kid, it is essential to have their physical play such as running, basketball, etc. These activities strengthen their bodies at the same time improves their coordination and balance.  This way, they also bond with their classmates and bolster their relationship.

3.  Dance and sing.

Immerse your pupils to the performing arts. Allow them to express themselves through dance and songs. Let them have monthly activities like mini-plays and mini-concerts inside the classroom. You not only build your pupils’ confidence but also hone their creativity and leadership skills when putting up a presentation.

4.  Show and tell.

Show and tell can be pretty exciting for the little ones. They present to the class, for example, their favorite pet. This enhances their communication skills and confidence to speak in front of the whole class. Here you will discover their vocabulary level, and you can also detect which areas you need to work on more with your kids. So every once in a while, when you are ahead of your lesson plans, you may want to inject a show and tell for them. Watch their eyes light up and their excitement bubble.

Learning should never be a burden but exciting and fun. School should be somewhere kids look forward to going. So make learning fun and your school a home.

This busy holiday season are you out and about shopping? Looking for somewhere to go to lunch or grab a quick bite? The Habit Burger Grill has you covered! I love this place! It’s a great affordable place to go get a burger and fries or even a milkshake! My favorite is the Sriracha Lime Spicy Green Beans and they are back for a limited time! They have been back since November so I had to go and buy them! I just love the taste of these and they have just the right amount of spices! They go with so many different items on the menu too!

My favorite new lunch is the Golden Chicken Sandwich, the Sriracha Lime Spicy Green Beans and a Vanilla Milkshake! Yum!

Maybe quite a few calories but Heck! You could just go walk the mall and go out and see the Holiday lights!

Happy Holidays!

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About The Habit Restaurants, Inc.

The Habit Burger Grill is a burger-centric, fast casual restaurant concept that specializes in preparing fresh, made-to-order chargrilled burgers and sandwiches featuring USDA choice tri-tip steak, grilled chicken and sushi-grade ahi tuna cooked over an open flame. In addition, it features fresh made-to-order salads and an appealing selection of sides, shakes and malts. The Habit was named the “best tasting burger in America” in July 2014 in a comprehensive survey conducted by one of America’s leading consumer magazines. The first Habit opened in Santa Barbara, California in 1969. The Habit has since grown to over 240 restaurants in 11 states throughout California, Arizona, Utah, New Jersey, Florida, Idaho, Virginia, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Washington and Maryland as well as four international locations. More information is available at www.habitburger.com.

Self Disclosure: I received a gift card to visit and try the delicious Sriracha Lime Spicy Green Beans but am a long time fan of the Habit Burger Grill. Images: SoCal City Kids.