CRAYONS and COLORING BOOKS are a great gift for kids of any age. It’s one of my go to gifts for kids turning two. I have found that my children are happy coloring for hours. There have been many days where I cover a wall with paper and let them go nuts. By the end of the day I have a fantastic piece of art work and a whole day of artful fun. So set your kid up at the table with a coloring book of his or her favorite characters, or get some large packing paper and let them create something all by themselves.

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There are many types of crayons available. I have found that the triangular shaped or big ones are easiest to hold. The smaller ones tend to break easier because kids usually press pretty hard. So try to stick to thicker ones in the beginning.

Another great idea is to get the book Harold and the Purple Crayon.You can read this classic with your kids and then have them create an adventure of their own.

Happy coloring,

xoxo

-Carla

Uneaks is a running shoe for kids with clear panels on the side so that you can see your socks through them. This allows kids to change the look and color of their shoes with every outfit you wear. According to reviews they are very comfortable ( which in my books is number one for kids shoes. Growing feet need to be taken care of). They are also very reasonably priced. Check them out at the Uneaks website or read the review at http://www.lillepunkin.com/2008/12/save-30-on-uneaks.html. There is also a coupon code on the review to save 30%.

They also have really, really cute socks that will make the shoes look adorable. Check them out as well.

Enjoy!

xoxo

-Carla

I love that they are small enough to keep on my baby during and after feedings so that spit up doesn’t mean a new pair of clothes. They are very soft and wash really well.

The price is also a big seller. For only $3.49 (on CVS.com) and available in the thousands CVS stores across the nation this is a fabulous deal! I mean with all the amazing products out for babies today and the $1000′s of dollars being spent on baby clothes alone it’s really nice to find a product that it reasonably priced, cute to look at, and will protect your daughter’s Gucci sleeper (j/k…or not).

Check them out and enjoy!

xoxo

-Carla

Want to teach your children the importance of both hygiene and recycling? Then I highly suggest you check out this new fabulous product.

Recycline has created the Preserve Toothbrush, also lovingly known as the “toothbrush made from yogurt cups”, is made out of 100% recycled materials. They teamed up with dentists to create a unique shape and soft bristles that will get your teeth even more sparkling. They come in many fun colors and also each comes in a travel case that allows air to circulate freely.

When you are done with your Preserve Toothbrush simply send your toothbrush back to Preserve using their postage-paid label so that it can again be used to make lumber for things like picnic tables.

I have tried this toothbrush out for the last few weeks and love it. I find that the curve of the handle is just right for getting to all the hard to reach places. I would recommend that people who prefer stiffer bristles try the medium brush because I found the soft bristles very soft.

I also really love that there is a lesson to teach your kids here. I think it is very important that kids learn the value of taking care of themselves and the environment (for really small children there is the Preserve Jr. toothbrush).

Preserve toothbrushes are available at Target stores for only $2.04. Go to this website: http://recycline.com/momcentral/
to print out a valuable coupon and check out the recylcline website for other great eco-friendly products for the home.

So go ahead and live green and live happy.

xoxo

-Carla

I know that I am always looking for a great deal when it comes to planning a family vacation. I love exotic, hot places , but it can be hard to find resorts that cater to kids and adults. That is no longer a problem thanks to Beaches resorts.

Beaches provides fun filled fanatsy resorts for children and still manages to maintain luxury and amenities to keep parents pampered and happy. All this is included in one price so that you and your family are free to just create memories.

There is a little something here for everyone. Beautiful beaches, snorkling and scuba lessons, and pools of all sizes are just a few.

There is also something for every age. Every day and night there are Sesame Street characters there to entertain even the smallest traveller. Elmo has story time, Cookie Monster does baking, and there is also dancing with Zoe. In the XBox garage there is unlimited play and a variety of games to keep the most picky boys busy. ( I know my brother would probably never make it out of there). There is also the pirate themed waterparks and certified nannies that provide daycare and camp services.

I have scoured the web for places that pack as much fun into one trip as Beaches has managed to do. So whether you want a place that will allow you some private time to relax, or a place that the whole family can create lasting memories and have a vacation never to be forgotten, Beaches has something for you.

Check out all the pictures and information by clicking here.

Right now they are having their WONDERFALL celebration. Book yourself a trip today and make this fall wonderfall.

I hope you all find and take a family vacation you will never forget.

xoxo

-Carla

My husband just told me that on May 21st Baskin-Robbins is celebrating BUMP DAY and giving out soft serve ice cream to expectant mothers. What more could you ask for on a warm summer day?? So check it out at your local Baskin-Robbins between 11:00am and 10:00pm.

Click on this link to be taken to the website for more details. http://www.baskinrobbins.com/spotlight/bumpday.aspx

Enjoy (I know I will).

xoxo

-Carla