Love This: Upcycle with Box Play

Box Play stickers in action!

How many times have you put that same old dinged up toy in front of your kids understanding why they dont want to play with it again?  But at the same time, you look around any given room in your home, and you know there is no need for more toys.

While waiting out time to reintroduce the same toys anew, try these great stickers from Box Play.  Apply to the trash you find in your home, and presto-change-o, a new toy appears!  Such a great idea and such a practical way to teach kids about reusing and re-purposing.

Love This: Kickstarter Projects for Kids

 

Kickstarter is a website that helps artists, musicians, filmmakers, designers, and other creators find the resources and support they need to make their ideas a reality. 

There are some really cool projects focused on children / mothers / families on Kickstarter.  Here are some current highlights:

 
ScrubBugs:

 

Invented by a Mom to help keep her kids healthier throughout the year, Scrub Bugs are creating an entirely new category of healthy hygiene for kids.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hands are the #1 carriers of sickness causing germs.  Despite this, kids don't actually wash their hands well enough to remove all the germs.  Scrub Bugs to the rescue!!!  Scrub Bugs make hand washing both more effective and more fun. They are the new critical component to every kid's hygiene routine.

Such an awesome idea.  I cringe sometimes when I watch my kids 'wash' their hands. If I'm not there over their shoulder there is a good chance they are breezing their hands through the water and moving on - disgusting.  A scrub bug is something I think they would totally use, just as that superman toothbrush gets my son to actually brush his teeth!


Penny Powers:

 

PENNY POWERS is the superpowered alter ego of fourth grader Penelope Powski. No one knows Penelope's secret except for her superpowered sidekick, and cat, Pepper. Together, these two heroes protect their school and their neighborhood from the forces of evil as PENNY POWERS and HYPER-CAT!

We love a girl super hero -- even more so one whose sidekick is her cat!  Awesome drawings and a funny storyline, something we can imagine kids really enjoying.

 

Kind Doll:

 

We have created soft and huggable dolls to team up with your children to be a force for good. Each doll comes with a bag of heart tokens that are given away as an act of kindness. Plus, for each doll purchased a doll will be donated to a child less fortunate.

Not only are the dolls really cute, we love the idea of inspiring your children to commit acts of kindness while giving back to those in need.  The back story of the founders is heartwarming and inspiring.  Best of luck to Kind Doll!

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Inspired to fund one of these projects?  For as little as $5.00 you can take part in KickStarting a dream.  Let us know about your favorite Kickstarter projects!

Puts the "OH!" in To-Go! Mom Hack for Feeding Babies on the Move

We're loving this genius all-in-one baby food dispensing "Squirt" spoon by Boon!

If you're hittin' the road or just heading to the park down the street and need some food to-go, pack up a Squirt with your baby's favorite yummies, put the cap on and you're ready to go!

Who needs to fill their diaper bag with spoons and jars and use both hands to feed their baby on the road? Not you!  Just squeeze a Squirt!  (Did we just say that!? Lol - yeah, we did!)


p.s. This handy tool is also BpA-free, Phthalate-free and PVC-free!

Love This: Ride the Pony!

Offi Classic Baltic Rocking Horse

Some originals need a remix!

Perfect example - this modern take on the classic rocking horse. 

Clean lines, a safe seat, yet still adorable with the classic pony head.  Its a perfect addition to any nursery.

The rocking horse by Offi can be purchased here!

Swimmin' in the Rain! Just Swimmin' in the Rain!

While the gardens are enjoying all of this rain, the little ones are probably starting to get bored!  Make an adventure out of it and take them under the sea (or just out for a walk) with Uncommon Good's Goggle Umbrella.  They'll have fun and it will give you a chance to get out of the house!

Travel Smart!

When you're heading out for vacation this summer, don't forget to pack Prince Lionheart's Flexi Bath for your baby or toddler (ages 0-4).  This lightweight, foldable, BPA-free and portable tub comes in a variety of colors and will ensure that you don't run into any unpleasant surprises when the house you rented on the cape only has shower stalls!  Crisis averted!

Bicycle Mama!

It's gorgeous outside...go ahead, take your little ones on a picnic!

While you're at it, save yourself some time by using Poketo's Swedish Bicycle Basket  - it easily comes off of your bicycle and turns into a shopping basket.  You can put your little one in their bike seat, put a cozy blanket in the basket, travel to the store, let your bebe help pick out food for the picnic, use the basket to carry your shopping goodies, head straight to the park and use the basket to carry your food and blanket to the perfect spot.  Sounds like a great afternoon to us!