The Oogieloves in The BIG Balloon Adventure Coming to Theaters August 29th

August 17, 2012 by 6 Comments
My Little Man is so super excited for this movie- we got to check out and learn about the Oogieloves at a party about 2 weeks ago, and he had a whole lot of fun playing at Chelsea Piers and hearing all about this new movie. He says the movie will have “giant stuffed people”- so I guess that makes the main characters about as much fun as stuffed animals, haha.
Grab the kids for a visit to LovelyLoveville and join the Oogieloves on their journey to Schluufy’s surprise birthday party! All your favorite characters will be there from Goobie, Zooie and Toofie to J. Edgar, Windy Window and Ruffy. This special celebration is not one to miss so mark your calendars because The Oogieloves in The BIG Balloon Adventure is coming to theaters on August 29th, 2012!
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Space Hero RainBoots by Kidorable

August 16, 2012 by 6 Comments

Different clothing styles come and go, but some last for a long time- and some are just super fun. Like a constant reminder of fun and wet days 🙂 The kind of days where running across a muddy field after a rain storm isn’t only the highlight of your day, but mom doesn’t drive you nuts about getting wet and dirty, LOL. Best part of Kidorable boots? No mud of water gets inside them- not without some real effort. Kidorable Space Hero Rain boots are brightly colored and fit perfectly.

We always get boots a bit big in our house, in case a cold day comes along and multiple layers [Read more…]

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Road Trip Tips for Traveling With Kids

August 16, 2012 by 5 Comments

Road trips are a great way for families to fit in some bonding time as they explore uncharted territory. Whether a person is traveling a route for the first time or has gone down the same road many times before, one never knows what lies in wait at the end of the road. Therefore, it is important to be prepared for anything. This is especially true when traveling with children.

While children generally start a road trip with excitement, if they become tired, cold or hungry, then their mood can quickly turn foul. The following list of items will help parents to stay prepared for anything so that they and their children can enjoy their road trip with no concerns:

Snack Pack

Small children often get hungry more quickly than adults. On road trips, it might not always be possible to stop in time to get something to eat. Many times, it is a long distance between fast food places and other restaurants. Therefore, parents should pack a few extra snacks that their children can easily eat in the car. Trail mix is a great option as well as dried fruit and nuts. Parents should be sure to include some juice boxes and water as well to keep children hydrated.
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Wordless Wednesday- With Linky

August 15, 2012 by 1 Comment

 



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Beyond Bedding- Adorable Bedding for Your Little Ones

August 13, 2012 by 6 Comments

Looking for some well made, and super cute bedding? Take a look at Beyond Bedding. Beyond bedding specializes in affordable unique, quality bedding for beds of all sizes. From toddler bedding sets to pretty adult bed sized micro suede sets- and all are affordable and fun!

I needed to take a look at the kids bedding sets, since Little needed a new set. Dinosaurs, stars and moons, cowboys and even teddy bears and turtles. We thought the Woodland Forest set was a perfect fit for him- he chose it himself. Everybody knows how much Little loves animals 🙂 The colors are bright, the characters are “super cutie” in Little’s words, and the price is right too. It’s always easier, in my opinion, to buy in a set that comes all together.

Little Man loves all the foxes and how busy and alive the set looks without being [Read more…]

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How to Save Money on International Travel With Kids

August 9, 2012 by 5 Comments

If you’re planning to take an international trip, automatically, there is a lot of planning
that is involved. However, if you are going to take your kids along with you, that definitely
requires a lot more forethought; especially as it relates to making the necessary financial
preparations. While you’re making out your lists, you might be tempted for feel a bit
overwhelmed. After all, vacations can be expensive enough when it’s just a couple’s trip.

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But there’s no reason to fret. Below are five tips that will show you how you can
save money on international travel when you’re bringing the kids along for the ride (well
technically, in most cases, for the flight).

When it comes to flight travel. When it comes to traveling
with your children, one of the things that can make flying internationally (or even
domestically) really pricey is all of the bags that you have to check-in. For this reason,
it’s a good idea to pack as lightly as possible, to actually speak with the customer service
agent about checking in your children’s strollers and booster seats (they will usually let
you do this for free) and to sign your kids up to get their own frequent flyer miles. Just
one international round-trip flight can store up a lot of points.

When it comes to car rentals. There’s a pretty big chance that if
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Safari LTD Review – Fun Kids Toys

August 9, 2012 by 15 Comments

Toobs! Little Man’s favorite 🙂

No, its not the newest Blue Man Group Show- it’s the super mega huge Jungle Mega Toob. The Mega Toob is twice as big as the regular toob, and houses 24 animals. Ranging in nature from alligators to zebras and lions, if it’s in the zoo chances are pretty good the critter is in this toob. Also, since it is a Safari Toob, the toob itself doubles as easy storage. The top opens and closes simply, making this ideal for vacations or bringing to restaurants and keeping little hands busy. He also got the Red Panda, Orangutang, Lion, and Baby leopard. Red Panda is by far his favorite toy DuJour.

What the? Are you nuts? You may be wondering why would I want to spend my vacation looking for small plastic zebras strewn about the car? Well, the answer to this is simple, don’t give the little ones the whole toob in one shot. As you notice the number of critters [Read more…]

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5 Reasons to Encourage Your Kids to Play a Musical Instrument

August 7, 2012 by 1 Comment

Music is everywhere: you listen to it in your car and your home. It is in the elevator
at work and the department store in the mall. Chances are you often hear music without
even realizing it. Music breaks the barriers of language, race, space and time, and its
benefits for a prosperous life are innumerable. So the next time you catch your child
banging on your $500 set of pots and pans, let him bang away because your budding
drummer’s future is worth even more.

  1. The most obvious advantage of your child learning to play music is that it
    promotes creativity. Music requires using different parts of the brain than analytical
    subjects like math and science. Whether or not your child is a destined virtuoso,
    exercising the creative areas of his or her brain is healthy for your child’s development.
    This artistic outlet provides a positive channel for your children to express themselves.
    They will also find confidence in being able to communicate their emotions more
    effectively and pride in measuring their progress. With music, there are infinite
    opportunities for learning, encouraging your child to constantly strive for improvement.
  2. Just like adults, kids can experience stress. School can be overwhelming for
    a young mind, and playing music can help your child release his frustrations. Regular
    practice provides your child an outlet to relax in a routine.
  3. You will find that the concentration and coordination involved in learning a
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