The Lulla Bed Story Blanket: The Coolest Way to Drift into Dreamland

When I came across the Lulla Bed site, I was fascinated by their Story Blanket. I had never seen anything like it and was quite curious about its functionality. Well, this amazing product goes above and beyond the cool factor and I'm not the only one who thinks so.

Picture this: Show and tell day, at preschool with 22 little ones ages 4-5. Wiggling little bodies, sitting in a circle, lights down, here we go. My son brought his Space Story Blanket to school to share with his friends. As soon as he pressed the start button, every one in the room, (including the helping moms and teacher) was in awe! The light show started, the tranquil sounds were playing, and little mouths were dropping. Ooohs and Ahhhs were a plenty and the kids didn't want the show to stop. Unfortunately, show and tell is limited to a few minutes. I think they would have watched for at least another 20 minutes! Hmmm, maybe all teachers should have a Story Blanket in the classroom for behavior management...

The Story Blanket is the most unique bedding you will find for your little one. Designed to help lull them into dreamland, these fabulous comforters come in two sizes, twin and full. Each blanket incorporates 133 LED lights that softly bubble to a themed soundtrack. Available themes are Space, Hero, Princess, and Kitty. To complete the bedding, coordinating pillow shams, bed skirts, and decorative pillows are also available. You can even add a bed effects light underneath to make the bed look like it's glowing. So Cool!

Lulla Bed products are very well made and easy to use. The Story Blanket runs on a battery pack that is protected on the bottom inside of the comforter. A screwdriver is necessary to open the compartment, so it is completely safe for your little ones. The Story Blanket is truly an amazing product, visit the Lulla Bed site for a demo and then surprise your cutie pie with the blanket of their dreams!

All products can be purchased directly from the Lulla Bed Site.

RandomLine Games: Alphabet Squiggle

I recently came across a wonderful game by RandomLine called Alphabet Squiggle. I LOVE games that are fun, but also educational, it's the teacher in me. Anyhow, my son is on his way to Kindergarten in September and we are trying to master the pencil grasp and letter writing. With educational standards that are becoming more and more challenging, our little ones are not just learning to identify letters and sounds in Kindergarten, they are learning to read and write. Alphabet Squiggle is a FUN way for kids to get some letter practice in and allows them to be silly and creative too! There are two versions of Alphabet Squiggle: the board game and the travel version. Both are really great. The concept is simple, spin the spinner, write the letter you land on and then create a "squiggle" or doodle out of it. I love playing the game with my son, he really enjoys turning the letters into fun things like rocket ships, insects and monsters! He usually writes the letter, gives me the idea of what we should turn it into and then I do the doodling. Alphabet Squiggle is designed for kids ages 4 and up. For older kids, there is a Cursive Version (8 and up) and for little ones (3 and up) there is a super cute Shapes and Colors Version.

RandomLine Games is a company founded by a stay at home dad who loves to play. With many years of doodling behind him, John Kiely has turned a simple idea into an award winning company. All of RandomLine's products can be purchased on their site and would make great gifts. Learning and fun, how can you resist? Also a GREAT teacher gift!

TRAVELING? Be sure to check out the travel versions, great for car rides, airplane trips, waiting rooms, and more. We are taking the kids to Florida in a few weeks and I know ours will come in handy!

Sonya Bebeblankee: A Treasured Gift Sure to Impress

Maybe I am overly emotional, but I am not exaggerating when I say that this gift nearly brought me to tears. When I opened the Fill in the Blankie that I am giving to my sister to celebrate her first pregnancy, I couldn't believe how beautiful it was. It is the ultimate baby gift because you can personalize it to the fullest extent. With up to 50 characters of your choice per side, this means up to 200 letters, it's practically a novel! There are also several great fonts to choose from and little icons like stars, hearts, rocket ships, etc. that you can mix in with the text. You choose the blankie and the thread color too, making this the ultimate in personalization. There are 29 different blankies to choose from, all with beautiful satin edges, where the embroidery is placed. Oh, and relax, if you can't think of the perfect thing to say, they have examples on the site. If you want to see some tears of joy, bring one to your next baby shower. I had tears giving it, I can only imagine how the mommy-to-be will react!

Prices range from $39-$74 (text embroidery included, icons are extra), but the gift is absolutely PRICELESS. Turn around time is 3-7 days, you can't beat that!

Boutique Community

Take a stroll down Couture Street! Imagine owning an easy internet based business from home. Boutique Community is a brand new site and is for sale! It includes an already developed website, domain name www.boutiquecommunity.com, various size Boutique Community button ads, hosting for 1 year and technical support. Owning Boutique Community is an excellent opportunity to be part of the boutique world, generate income and be a work at home mommy!

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Vincent: Independence with STYLE

All I can say is WOW. I could tell from their site that Vincent shoes are stylish, but until they arrived, I had no idea how well made they are. The construction is flawless, they have great support, and according to my son, they make him run faster and jump higher! I am really excited, especially about the Andy shoes for my 5 year old. He was 2 months premature and has very mild cerebral palsy. You really wouldn't know unless I told you. His main area of weakness is fine motor skills, so he has never been able to be independent while putting on shoes. I've always strayed away from the typical velcro shoes because I have never seen stylish ones. Well, Vincent to the rescue. The day the shoes arrived, he put his shoes on ALL by himself and was SO proud. It was the first time in his life he was able to get ready for school 100% by himself. The shoes are super cool, velcro and all. My two year old has the Simon high tops. They are too cute for words. When I first put them on him, he didn't seem to notice he was wearing new shoes. We jumped right into the car and the next thing I heard out of his mouth was, "Cool shoes mom!" It was hilarious. It's no wonder the boys get compliments every time they wear their Vincent shoes. Oh and for all you moms of girls, you must see the floral Betty shoes and the adorable Love shoes, which are PERFECT for Valentine's day!

The Vincent Winter Clearance Sale is still going on. You can save up to 50% on select styles. Shop today, sizes are limited and you don't want to pass up this great offer. Independence with style makes a perfect combination for the favorite little feet in your life.

The SLANKET: A Blanket with Sleeves!

Looking for a way to have the ultimate couch experience? Check out the Slanket. It is a super soft, oversized fleece blanket with sleeves. Yes, sleeves. It's a chilly night, you'd like to curl up with a book, but how are you going to read with your cozy blanket covering you up your arms to keep warm. Simple, put your arms through the sleeves in your Slanket.

Mastermind, Gary Clegg, dreamt up the Slanket one chilly night in Maine. He was up late, freezing cold, watching TV, and wanted to channel surf from his sleeping bag without getting frostbite on his arms! Gary got creative and grabbed some scissors. After cutting some arm holes in his sleeping bag, the idea came to him. During a trip home for the holidays, Gary had his first Slanket commissioned and then... it was born!

You can buy your very own Slanket directly from the Slanket site. Honestly though, every household needs at least two. If you purchase just one, you risk your husband and/or children taking over on it. Staying warm and playing X Box at the same time, you betcha! Slankets come in 5 fabulous colors and are sure to please anyone on your "to buy for" list. I know I LOVE mine. Put the kids to bed, grab the remote and relax with your Slanket!

Sick Bear Bowl: Comfort for Upset Tummies

Yes, it is what you think it is! The NEW Sick Bear Bowl is a great product for little ones with upset tummies. Made of dishwasher safe melamine in blue, pink, and yellow, the Sick Bear Bowl provides children with a little comfort when they are not feeling so well. I'm sure you have your own "throw up" story. Kids aren't always able to make it to the bathroom or into the designated bowl or trash can you provide them with. The Sick Bear Bowl, is designed to provide children the "just right" place to throw up when sickness strikes. It has two textured handles for easy holding, a no drip rounded rim, and a tip resistant wide base which makes spills less likely. It is just the right size for children and can be used for all life's little emergencies including car/motion sickness, colds or the flu. What I love about the Sick Bear Bowl is that it is a funny BUT very practical item. It would make a great baby shower gift. Fill it with all of the newborn must haves like toiletries, medicines, cute burp cloths, a bottle, paci and a little stuffed lovie. Or, give it as a get well gift to your favorite toddler with the flu. The Sick Bear Bowl is available for purchase on the Sick Bear site. Pick one up today and keep it handy. You never know when a little tummy might erupt!

Itzbeen Baby Care Timer Helps You Remember

Looking for the perfect baby shower gift for new parents? The Itzbeen Baby Care Timer is it! This unique new product was designed by a mom and dad who needed a little extra help remembering basic baby care details. Tedious charts and journals were not working out, so the Itzbeen was born! With the touch of a button, the Itzbeen allows parents to keep track of when baby was last fed, changed, & monitors sleep/awake time as well. My favorite feature is the extra timer, which can be used to time anything you'd like. For my husband and I, the biggest "time" problem we had was when we last gave our boys medicine. We'd always say, "What time did you give him that Tylenol?" The Itzbeen makes it easy to keep track of.

The features of this wonderful product go on and on. The Itzbeen allows you to set a reminder alarm for each timer. If the time limit is reached, the button lights up and the alarm will sound. It also has a super cool night light, bright enough to help you make your way to baby in the middle of the night when you are half asleep. The display is backlit, so you can see the timers in the dark and it has a back clip on it if you'd like to keep it close! For nursing moms, there is a left/right nursing reminder that helps mom remember which side she last nursed from.

I also love the size of the Itzbeen. It is small, light weight, and portable. In addition to these features, the display has a clock, so you always know what time it is. The Itzbeen is a great helper for babysitters and grandparents. AND no worries, the directions are well written & it's easy to use. You can program the times and then your baby's caretaker will know exactly when to get the job done!

The Itzbeen is available online for under $25. It's a gift ALL parents will appreciate!

Something Sweet Candy Wrappers

The next time you have a birthday party or other special occassion, check out Something Sweet Candy Wrappers for personalized candy wrappers and much more! You can get wrappers for chocolate bars, bubbles, playdoh, tic tacs, plus they have personalized match book mints and gift cans!

Visit www.somethingsweetcandywrappers.com

Baby Starlet

If you are wondering what to get an expecting mom, the perfect gift is a Baby Starlet Moses Basket! They are GORGEOUS! The Sophia moses basket is perfect for the fashionista bebe. The basket pairs a fun black and white polka dot cotton with a pink Paris poodle fabric. It comes with a padded bumper, slip covered mattress pad cover, decorative pillow and interlined blanket!

Baby Starlet also has matching change pad covers, burp clothes, receiving blankets, change pad clutches and more!

Check out www.babystarlet.com for other beautiful designs!

Tatutina: Fun Gifts You Never Knew You Needed

Looking for a fun place to store all of your take out menus? Tired of rifling through the junk drawer to see what sounds good for dinner? Problem solved! Check out Tatutina's "Cucina" take out menu boxes. It's a perfectly adorable place to keep your most important papers. Chinese or Pizza? It will be easier to make choices when the menus are all right there in front of you. Are you the "Queen of Take Out" ? If so, this item will be the perfect addition to your kitchen. Check out all of the fabulous designs. You're sure to find one that you love.

Originating from a passion to paint, Tatutina is a unique company that was founded over 20 years ago in the basement of founder/artist Barbara Ottmar's Massachusetts home. Barbara and her daughter, Georgia Florena, now run the company together.

All items are hand painted and can be purchased directly from the Tatutina site. Next time you are looking for a unique baby shower gift, pick up a take out box and fill it with local menus. The mommy to be will appreciate it, you know she's not going to feel like cooking for a while!

School Zone

School Zone has a tonne of great products and software for kids from Preschool to Grade Six! Their new baby line is especially fabulous! Very interactive and exploratory for the curious baby! They have mirror cards, peg puzzles, books, online games and more! My favorite product is the "Clever Baby Cards" which have all these neat sounds, textures and colors!

School Zone products are top of the line and best of all, their prices are amazing!! They even have a bargain bin where you can get books for $1.39!! High quality educational products without the huge price tag!

Visit www.schoolzone.com

Your Child's Health & Wellness Record

These handy books are the perfect solution for any parent to keep their children's medical paperwork organized! The "Your Child's Health & Wellness Record Document Organizer", is a huge binder with nine tabs: Medical Specialists, Other Health & Wellness Professionals, Clinics & Facilities, Interventions, Education, Insurance, Receipts, Resources and Miscellaneous. Also, included are a bunch of blank dividers and labels so you can customize it to suit your needs. Everytime you have an appointment, pop any information or paperwork into your binder! You will have everything in one place and easy to find when needed!

Also available is the "Your Child's Health & Wellness Record" which is a journal to record important medical information. It also has nine sections: Intro: Instructions and Tips, Current Health & Wellness Information , Pregnancy & The Newborn, Medication, When Something Isn't Right, The Medical Team, The Rest of The Health & Wellness Team, and Miscellaneous, which has areas for insurance, contacts and notes. This journal would be an essential tool for parents to children with multiple medical issues.

To find out more, please visit

www.healthandwellnessrecord.com

Rockin Threads for Cool Kids: Baby Rock Apparel

If you're looking for some rockin tees for your little one, Baby Rock Apparel is the place to shop. Their unique designs are super hip and super cute. Founded by Kimberly Strayer, Baby Rock was born out of necessity. Tired of the oh so boring baby blue, Kim and her hubby Ryan wanted to create some trendy clothing that was to their liking. Baby Rock has tons of fun shirts, I love the "What happens in preschool stays in preschool" design. My son's teacher had a big smile on her face when he walked in the door wearing it! I also love the new Big/Little Brother & Sister tees. The Baby Rock versions of these are the first hip ones I've ever seen! Normally I stray away from the big/little brother designs, but these are adorable. "Search and Destroy" is a PERFECT theme for a little brother! The quality of Baby Rock Apparel is also fantastic. We have washed and worn ours several times and they still look great. Baby Rock Apparel is available in over 100 stores in the US & Canada and you can shop directly from their site. Their clothing comes packaged in adorable tin lunchcases, gift wrapped and ready to give. Sounds good, right? But wait, there's more. As the mother of two boys (I understand, I have two myself). Kim felt the need to invent another fabulous product.

The Tinkle Tube, yes, Tinkle Tube, is the answer to emergency potty situations. Sorry, moms of girls, this is just for the boys. I'm sure you are laughing about now, but really, it's a handy little item. Once in a while, they've got to go, there's no bathroom, and no available tree. What to do? Pull out your Tinkle Tube and you're good to go, literally. The Tinkle Tube is a plastic tube with caps on each end. Pull one cap off, and well, I think you can figure out the rest. I keep our Tinkle Tube in the car for emergency situations. The Tinkle Tube is available on the Baby Rock site, pick a few up today. Give them to all the moms of boys you know, you'll get a good laugh and then a big THANK YOU!

Use the code swankymoms at checkout and receive 20% off your total order!

Winter Clearance at Vincent Shoes

Visit the Vincent site today for some fabulous deals on adorable shoes. The sale runs now through February, but act fast. You don't want buyers regret when you come back later to find they no longer have the sizes you need! Save 25-50% on select styles. You can also enjoy free shipping on orders over $75. My Vincent shoes are on the way and as soon as I get them on the little feet in my house, I'll be posting my review!

Listen to Your Buds: Head Phone Safety

This day in age our little ones grow up using head phones. Weather it's the portable DVD players, game systems, computer games, mp3 players, etc, most kids these days wear them on a regular basis. Listen to Your Buds is a fabulous campaign that promotes head phone safety. Check out the site. It is full of great information for parents, kids, and educators. There is even a really cute game called Turn Down the Volume that shows kids the different levels of sound and what is considered safe for their ears.

My 5 year old and I both really enjoyed video clip on "How the Ear Works."

The site focuses on three rules of thumb:
Lower the volume
Limit listening time
Upgrade your headphones

Great tips for healthy ears!

Boutique To You

Boutique to You was created in 2004 by two busy, style conscious moms (7 children between them!) with the idea of "Bringing the Boutique to You!" Since then, the store has grown into an online success story featuring clothing, handbags, jewelry, and other accessories seen in the press and on celebrities.

Featured items include a new line of clip in hair extensions by
Jessica Simpson and Ken Paves called hairdo. Other best sellers include
Kashwere Robes, Tiffany Alana Scarves, Besso Handbags, My Flat in London and a variety of Swarovski crystal studded tanks, jackets, and spa pants! Customers regularly write in to rave about their purchases and even more frequently, great customer service.


To receive 10% off any purchase, use coupon code "swanky" during checkout.

www.boutiquetoyou.com

Ellie Bellie Kids: Must Have Messenger Bag!

If you have a toddler, you know about that strong sense of independence that hits hard around 2-3 years old. They want "their own" everything. Ellie Bellie Kids has designed and created a super cool, super functional, mini messenger bag designed for little ones ages 3-6. I have always been a fan of messenger bags, so when I saw this product, I immediately fell in love. It's just like a "grown up" one, only its perfectly proportioned for the mini large and in charge people in your household. It allows them to "pack" their own supplies for whatever outing you may be off to. The bag is superiorly made. The construction and design are fabulous, the fabric is high quality, it's machine washable, there's an interior pocket, and best of all, the strap is adjustable for a perfect fit. The Ellie Bellie Kids messenger bag comes in 4 color options: Sporty Stripe Jet, Sporty Stripe Blue, Sporty Stripe Coco, and Loopy Loops Pink. When our Sporty Stripe Jet bag arrived, my 5 year old immediately filled it up with his Star Wars figures and was off to play. Visit the Ellie Bellie Kids site today to see all of their terrific products. They also have personalized capes for the super heros in your life and beautiful tutus for your aspiring princess or ballerina! If you are looking for a unique birthday gift for that next pre-school party, this is the place to shop~

Indulgence Blanket

Patricia Ann Designs makes the best, ultra chic blankets! Plus, they have the "Indulgence Blanket" which is an extra large (4x6) version of their fabulous baby blankets! Perfect for Mom & Dad! The Indulgence Blanket is SO soft and luxurious! It is made with beautiful chic and cozy fabrics with silk edging! You can get an even larger size, which is 5x7, if you wish! I LOVE my Indulgence Blankie! I have it on my couch in our bonus room and everyone that sits on the couch automatically pulls it over them! It is so warm and inviting and, so swanky! Every Swanky Mom out there NEEDS an Indulgence Blanket! We deserve a little luxury too!

Visit www.PatriciaAnnDesigns.com

Must Have DVD: Choose Your Own Adventure is BACK!

When I saw the new Choose Your Own Adventure DVD "The Abominable Snowman" I had an immediate flashback to middle school. The most famous (and a personal favorite) book series of the past (need I mention the year?) has reinvented itself into a modern day hit for a new generation of fans. I think I was more excited to check this out than my 5 year old! As a former teacher, I love to discover DVD's that are educational as well as fun to watch. This one packs a punch in both categories.

The Abominable Snowman is the first in a series of more to come. Staring the famous voices of William H. Macy, Frankie Muniz, Felicity Huffman, and Lacey Chabert, it takes place in the Himalayan Mountains and features 11 different possible story outcomes. It is full of vocabulary, geography, social situations, and best of all, it allows children to explore critical thinking. Every 5 or so minutes the viewer must make a decision. Should the kids parachute out of the plane or ride out the turbulence? Use your remote to decide. Each decision you make changes the story.

What I really enjoy about this DVD is the family participation. It's so much fun to sit down and watch together. We discuss the options and then my 5 year old usually makes the final choice!

Visit the Choose Your Own Adventure site today. It is full of information. You can meet the characters, read about the cool bonus features the DVD contains, print out coloring pages & more. There is also a "tutorial" that shows you how the DVD works.

Don't forget to check out the GREAT section for parents and teachers that includes lesson plans and contest information for schools. Can you imagine if the Yeti came to your child's school? How fun!

The Abominable Snowman is designed for children ages 5-12, but parents will LOVE it too. The DVD can be purchased directly from the Choose Your Own Adventure site. It is normally $19.98, but is now on sale for $16.98. Pick up a few copies, keep one for yourself, give one to your child's teacher (hint, hint), and stash the others for gifts. It's money well spent.

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The Diaper Clutch: Stylish & Practical Too!

Created by "mom-preneur" Cynthia Poblete, the Diaper Clutch is a great new product to add to your diaper bag! This convenient yet fashionable product allows you to keep diapers and wipes organized and easily accessible in your diaper bag. What's great about the Diaper Clutch is it's built in wipes feature. The wipes are right there ready to "pop-up" for those messy moments when you don't have time to separate each wipe! The Diaper Clutch holds 2-4 diapers, a disposable changing pad, and a small bottle of hand sanitizer. It comes in 12 super cute fabrics and has a velcro closure. Each Diaper Clutch order comes with a pack of wipes that fits perfectly into the built in pouch. To help organize your diaper bag, visit The Diaper Clutch online store today!

Baby Kaed: It's In the bag!

As a diaper bag connoisseur, I am always on the lookout for something unique. When I came across designer, Lavinia Lobo's line, Baby Kaed, I found the perfect bag. What I love about Baby Kaed's bags is that they are equivalent in looks to a designer hand bag, yet have functionality features beyond belief. Lavinia, was inspired by her son, Kaeden, to create a diaper bag with everything she needed.

Baby Kaed goes above and beyond any diaper bag I have ever owned. Each bag comes with a matching changing mat, Baby Kaed wipes case, water resistant lining, a mom's cosmetic pouch, a LINED drawstring for messy days (yes, you can ditch the crunchy grocery store bag you keep "just in case"), a pacifier purse (no more digging to find the paci, the pacifier purse is attached), a cell phone holder/pocket, a handy clip inside (for keys/pacifier purse), 5 interior pockets, and 2 side pockets. Now comes the fun part for mom... You can choose from 4 fabulous styles: Sanya, Devani, City Mom, or Backpack. Each style has multiple color combinations, and all bags come with accessories galore. If you are looking for the ultimate diaper bag, Baby Kaed is it. I recently toted my Chocolate/Blue Sanya bag on the red carpet at the "Happily N'ever After" movie premiere! Stuffed with snacks, diapers, a sippy cup and more, along with my 2 and 5 year old, we walked the red carpet in style.

Click here to visit a list of Baby Kaed retailers. Baby Kaed bags can also be purchased online at Amazon.

Want to own some celebrity swag worth over $1400? Baby Kaed has just participated in the "Celebrity Twins Holiday Gift Bag." celebrities such as Marcia Cross, P. Diddy, and Dr. McDreamy himself, Patrick Dempsey received a congratulatory Baby Kaed Bag filled with tons of goodies. You can bid on the same bag in a charity auction where proceeds will go towards the Plasticos Foundation.

Santa Speaking

Get your personalized call from Santa! My kids just received a call this evening from the jolly fellow himself and it was amazing! They were SO excited and the look in their eyes was just priceless!

You can order a CD of the whole conversation with Santa so you can listen to it again. It will also be a great keepsake too! My boys talked with Santa about their grandparents, school, frosty and rudolph and they sang Jingle Bells, it was SO CUTE! I can't believe the impression it made on them! My sons were really surprised at all the details Santa knew about them! This will definetly be something our family remembers for years to come!

Visit www.santaspeaking.com

Havins Originals

Live through your children with the latest hip vintage designs at Havins Originals! These tees are so cute! I love the boys designs, "addicted to love" and "hear no evil" and for the girls, the "little punk" and "I want candy"! TOO cute! All the tees at Havins are one of a kind as they are hand spun, custom dyed and vintage washed ~ no two are exactly alike! Each shirt is unique and will have subtle color and printing variations, that's what makes them Havins Originals!

Visit www.HavinsOriginals.com

2d: Infant & Toddler Tees That Promote Potential

I'm always on the lookout for fun new shirts. When I saw the "Peace Please" tee from 2d Tees, I knew I stumbled across something great. My son's favorite chocolate cookie with a positive message, he loves it, I love it! Everyone's happy! 2d Tees makes high quality, high fashion designs with messages that "promote potential." All tees are printed on super soft cotton made by American Apparel. With designs like: one love, pass it on (another favorite of mine-printed on a super cool army colored thermal), catch it, share it, feel it and see it, you are sure to find the perfect design for your little one. 2d Tees is "driven to make intelligent, thoughtful and engaging designs that project, reflect and reinforce the best in human potential." Cute shirts with positive messages, how can you pass them up! Sizes range from 6 months to 6 years and can be purchased at the 2d online store.

Alli's Originals

I love Alli's Originals! She makes the most beautiful jewelry and is always adding more styles! Check out some of her newest styles! So unique and the quality is outstanding!




Visit www.allisoriginals.com

Les Sacs By Amy

Order a custom boutique purse at Les Sacs By Amy! Check out this adorable Mom and Daughter matching set! So cute! Each purse is custom designed for you! You choose your fabric and ribbon plus it includes free monogramming if you wish. Check out the amazing gallery of designs! Les Sacs By Amy also carries photo purses, change pads, bibs, shopping cart covers and more!

Pop by and check them out!

www.lessacsbyamy.com

Mabel's Labels

Check out Mabel's Labels for your labelling needs. Mabel's Labels are dishwasher and microwave safe and can be used on cups, bowls, toys, books, bottles, lunchboxes, wipes containers, shoes, clothing, and more. They have stick on labels, iron on, bag tags, kosher labels and more!

Visit www.mabel.ca

Gamewright: Games I Guarantee You'll LOVE!

I'm always on the lookout for new games I think my family will enjoy. I recently came across a company called Gamewright that has TONS of fun games with a great age range variety. The product that first caught my eye was the Original Little Hands Card Holder. My five year old loves to play Go Fish. However, he has a very hard time holding his cards, let alone organizing them! So, I usually help him, which means I know what cards he has. That sort of takes the fun out of it... Now, with the Original Little Hands Card Holder, he can do it all himself. It is an amazing product. It's no wonder why it's won several awards: everything from Dr. Toy to the National Parenting Center. We've also been addicted to Lucky Catch-The Reeling and Rolling Dice Game for 2-5 players, ages 5 and up. Lucky Catch is a fun twist on "memory" games. With the 24 cards face down, you roll the dice to see what see creature/color you must fish for. If you get a boot, you have to take it and your turn is over. The twist, you can fish from the other player's cards which are face down in front of them. Very fun! We also love the Scrambled States of America geography game (which is based on the fabulous book by Laurie Keller). What I really love about the company is the way they have their site divided into age ranges: 3 & Up, 6 & up, 8 & up and 10 & up. There's really something for everyone. You can shop online and the prices are great. Many of the card games are small boxes...Last minute stocking stuffers anyone??? Visit the site today for games for everyone on your list!

Zolowear

Parents around the globe are experincing the convenience and security of wearing their babies. ZoloWear's carriers are truly a fabulous fashion accessory! They have styles available for everyone including Dad!

Every baby sling or pouch purchased at ZoloWear comes with a free instructional DVD that will show you all the different ways to carry your baby!

Visit www.zolowear.com