Brightly–books for kids of all ages & tips for parents!

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I recently learned about a great site for Parents and Kids called Brightly. As a homeschool Mom, I am really excited about this website. Brightly is a resource from Penguin Random House that features book recommendations from all publishers for every age and stage, reading tips, author essays, and more. This is really cool! I really like the following resource: Brightly’s Back to School Essentials,  which includes books for kids at every age level (Pre-K through High School), plus tips for parents to get back into the school groove. I know that it is already December, but I still find this quite helpful!

Brightly’s Back to School Essentials, includes books for kids at every age level (Pre-K through High School). They sent me a few books for the Tween age group and I was impressed. Two of the book choices are in the photos above! We also received the following:

Brightly Family Book Club: Hilo: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth

Graphic Novels? Yea, They’re Fun for the WHOLE Family

And, Brightly isn’t just a helpful School Resource, they also have some great holiday gift ideas this Holiday season!

Check them out here: Brightly’s Holiday Central 2016: Gift Ideas, Seasonal Reads, and More!

 

Self Disclosure: I received free books to facilitate this post. Photos were provided.

 

Looking for Reading Glasses?

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Looking for Reading Glasses that are affordable and stylish? Readers.com is the place to shop! I received a pair called The Dahlia. These are available in 3 color varieties: Rainbow Floral, Black/Pink Floral and Red/Blue Splatter. I chose the Black/Pink Floral and are very happy with the choice. They are comfortable and fit well. These are quite affordable at $14.95.

But, Readers.com has a wide variety and even have a variety of Reading Sunglasses. There is also Free U.S. Shipping if you spend $30.

They also have Men’s reading glasses and Reading Glasses Accessories.

These would make great stocking stuffers!

Check out Readers.com this holiday season!

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to facilitate this post. Photo was provided.

 

CozyFeather Real Goose Down Comforter Duvet – (Queen Full) is a Must this Winter!


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A great product! I love the quality and my son loves how warm it is! a Must-Have for the Winter. I was planning to keep this one for myself but my son used it once and doesn’t want to give it back!

I absolutely love this Comforter! It is my favorite one because it it so warm! I highly recommend! It’s super soft and a must-have for the whole family. I am very pleased with this one and think I may just have to buy another!

 

You can find on Amazon.com.


Self Disclosure: I received a free or heavily discounted item for review purposes. Photo was provided.

Hornet FPV Drone with HD Camera 720p is a great holiday suggestion!

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I love this Drone! Why? Because it is easy to fly! I also really like the HD camera and I didn’t crash it! Oh yes, I am the Queen of crashing flying objects! It seems to be quite durable since it is still in one piece and I like that this is perfect for beginners! It also has a fast takeoff and the batteries charge fast and seem to last awhile.I also like the headless mode  I think that this would make a great holiday gift idea! Another big plus is that it includes extra batteries.

 

Find it on Amazon.com this Holiday season!

Self Disclosure: I received a free or heavily discounted item to review.

Holiday gift Suggestions for New Moms and Babies!

Here are our top Gift suggestions this Holiday Season!

The ergoPouch Sleep Suit Bag!

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The ergoPouch Sleep Suit Bag is taking Australia by storm!  Why are these Sleep Suit Bags becoming so popular?  Because now your baby can sleep anywhere!  The ergoPouch award winning Sleep Suit Bag converts from a sleeping bag to a sleep suit with legs – making the transition from cot to pram or car an easy one.  It’s also a perfect choice for older babies and toddlers who like freedom of movement, with grip pads on the feet for little walkers.  The Sleep Suit Bag is made from a skin-friendly organic cotton outer layer with a breathable cotton filling.  The Winter Sleep Suit Bag also has cotton fleece sleeves with fold down mitts to keep baby warm and snug.  Like the rest of the ergoPouch range, the Sleep Suit Bag comes in a range of tog ratings and sizes.  New season prints available now! From RRP$49.99.

I like how warm the ergoPouch Sleep Suit Bag keeps baby warm! I had a friend try this one out and she says this is a real Winter must-buy!

You can purchase here!  They have a great variety of  products!

The next one is a fun one for Babies!

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Illumination Station ($9.99)

Four spinning pieces with a variety of textures and shapes invite baby to touch this fun-filled toy. As the ball spins, the polka dots glow, introducing baby to cause-and-effect. The suction cup base attaches to flat surfaces or can be removed for hand-held play. This one is sold by Sassy, Inc.

You can buy here! Also available on Amazon.com.

Reconnecting With Sassy’s Heritage

Since 1982, when Sassy, Inc. was formed out of Sassy Seat Company in Northbrook, IL, the company has been a viable force in the juvenile products industry. Today, Sassy is part of Angelcare Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Montreal, Canada, but maintains its development, design, and engineering in Grand Rapids, MI. The company’s current product line includes developmental toys, feeding items, and baby care products.

Sassy, Inc. is committed to giving parents peace of mind while helping their children thrive. To learn more about Sassy’s new line of stylish and developmentally appropriate toys and care products releasing in early 2017, please visit us online at www.sassybaby.com or follow us on social media:

www.facebook.com/sassybabyproducts

www.instagram.com/sassybabyproducts

www.twitter.com/sassybabytoys

www.youtube.com/user/SassyBabyProducts

www.pinterest.com/sassybabytoys

New Moms will love this next one!

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Covered Goods is THE ORIGINAL multi-use nursing cover.

Covered Goods nursing covers provide full 360º coverage and convert into a car seat cover, scarf, and shopping cart cover for one easy to use product!  Covered Goods nursing covers allow for mom and baby to nurse comfortably. The high quality covers are made from an ultra-comfy breathable lightweight and stretchy fabric. There are no straps, rings, or cords to mess with. The covers take seconds to put on and take off, and alleviate any worry that baby will kick or pull mom’s cover off. The flexible neck is also designed to be able to be worn down under one arm to give mom even more freedom when nursing. An added benefit of the flexible neck allows mom to peek in on baby or to make sure her little one has latched properly. Covered Goods nursing covers can be folded compactly for storage and they are ideal for traveling with baby.  For more information visit www.coveredgoods.com.

The next two Gift Suggestions are from our friends at MAM!

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MAM Holiday Pacifiers

 Keep your child happy and festive with the MAM 2-Pack Holiday Pacifiers. Designed for comfort and featuring fun winter designs, you’ll want to keep these pacifiers handy all winter long.

Recommended retail: $7.49 (2-pack)

MAM Feed and Soothe Gift Set

One of MAM’s most popular gift set offering, the attractively boxed Feed and Soothe set Includes:

  • Two 5 oz. Anti-Colic Bottles
  • Two 9 oz. Anti-Colic Bottles
  • Two Start Newborn Pacifiers

Suggested retail: $24.99.

About MAM – standard setting baby products 

MAM combines technological innovation, medical function and contemporary design to develop superior baby care products that support a baby’s development from day one. Since MAM developed its first pacifier in Vienna in 1976, it has evolved to become a global authority on baby care product design and quality. Today MAM products are used by families in over 60 countries and on six continents. To find out more and view MAM’s baby care range of award-winning pacifiers, bottles, cups, teethers, oral care items, coordinating accessories and gift sets visit www.mambaby.com.

Follow MAM:

Facebook: facebook.com/MAMbabyUSA

Twitter: @MAMBABY

Pinterest: Pinterest.com/MAMUSA

Instagram: http://instagram.com/Mam_usa

How about some cute shoes that are also comfortable for your little one? Pediped has you covered!

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I love all the different styles that are available! I received a pair of Grip n Go Jake and can’t wait for my little niece to see them this Christmas! They are simply adorable!

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They are just too cute! They even have cute Winter boot styles!

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Find these and many other styles at Pediped!

 

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, was awarded Best Toddler Kicks in the Cribsie Awards and Best Children’s Shoes by Prima Baby Magazine. In 2014, Earnshaw’s recognized pediped® with an Earnie Award for Best Footwear, and pediped earned a 2014 Family Choice Award and 1st place Reader Favorite Award from Baby & Children’s Product News.

 

pediped® is sold in over 750 stores in the United States and 40 countries worldwide with an offering of more than 150 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 or call 1-702-567-0311. LIKE on Facebook at /pedipedfootwear and follow on Twitter and Instagram @pedipedfootwear.

 

Self Disclosure: I did receive samples from some of the above to facilitate this Holiday post. No compensation was received. Photos were provided.

Need to get those Wrinkles out of your Clothes?

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It has been a long day and you left the laundry in the dryer..all day! You have a meeting and need to change but all your clothes in the dryer are wrinkled! But, with Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus, there is no need to worry! You really don’t! I love how this works so well! I like to spray on my clothes before I put them in the dryer and it really helps with wrinkles!I like that it has a light scent too. This one is also great for travel and comes in a travel size. I love this because I so do not like to take an iron with me when I travel!  This truly is a must-buy item this busy holiday season!

It is easy to find too! I recently saw it at Target and at Walmart so it will be on my shopping list!

Look for it at a store near you!

 

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

Looking to Teach Your Young Child Spanish?


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Looking to teach your young child 1-7 Spanish?  Spanish for Kids: The Ultimate Collection from © Whistlefritz has you covered! The animation is great and it includes a great combination of live action, animation, and festive Latin music to teach children Spanish. I had my nephew try this one out and he really enjoyed it! He is 4-years-old and already knows Spanish but he thought that this was really fun. He also loved the music! The three Spanish for Kids CDs is really lively and makes the learning fun! When my son was younger we looked into different CDs and DVDs to learn Spanish and did not find any that seem as complete as this collection.

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This is a fun way to learn numbers, letters and so much more!

To order and also see other great products go here!

French is also available!

Self Disclosure: I received a free or heavily discounted item. No other compensation was received. Photos were provided courtesy of © Whistlefritz.

Rigoni di Asiago Cranberry Sauce for this Thanksgiving!

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While Thanksgiving dinner is absolutely delicious, it isn’t always the healthiest way to celebrate the season. Rigoni di Asiago is trying to help by offering a better-for-you addition to your cranberry sauce, Fiordifrutta Organic Fruit Spread Cranberry.

I received a sample and I really like it! So far, I have tried it on toast but am looking forward to trying it on a Thanksgiving Turkey sandwich! Yum! It is sweet but no too sweet and I prefer this over regular cranberry sauce. 

I like that it is a healthy option! Fiordifrutta Organic Fruit Spread is organic, non-GMO, Kosher certified, and gluten free. Its ingredients consist of cranberries and apple juice- that’s it! The natural sweetness from the apple juice brings out the rich, cranberry flavor of this Italian spread, making it a delectable and guilt-free way to enjoy your turkey, rolls and even leftover turkey sandwiches.

Look for it at a store near you and on Amazon.com!

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to facilitate this post. Photo was also provided.