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- Mar 6
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How to find "Me Time" with your Toddler
As a mom of 3, having daily routines is a lifesaver for keeping the household together. We all know parenting can be overwhelming at...
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- Mar 6
- 3 min
Unlocking New Skills Through The Power of Play
Play is more than just fun and games. When raising a child with a disability, playtime is often the secret sauce to honing skills. We...
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- Mar 6
- 3 min
4 Bedtime Tips From a Mom of 3
Bedtime with young children can often feel like a circus act! Between the juggling of endless requests, tucking everyone in, and...
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- Feb 9
- 4 min
Just as Sweet: Non-Candy Easter Basket Gift Ideas
Hello, Spring! I was speaking with my mom the other day and she mentioned how early Easter was this year! It’s coming up quickly, and I...
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- Jan 16
- 3 min
Show some Love! Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Creative Kids
In today's digital age, where screens and devices play a significant role in our children's lives, the importance of creative toys...
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- Dec 5, 2023
- 4 min
All revved up! Keeping Your Car-Obsessed Kids Entertained
Being a mom to two young boys (2.5 and 5 years old) hasn’t been easy. They are in a constant state of energy, always wanting to run...
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- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
It’s a CoComelon Celebration!
Is your little one CoComelon™ obsessed?! Because mine are, that’s for sure! Throw the ultimate birthday celebration for your child with...
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- Sep 27, 2023
- 3 min
Makin' a List: Top 6 for Kids Under 6
The Best Toy Picks for Everyone on Your List It’s almost that time of year when our little ones are making their lists, and we are left...
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- Sep 27, 2023
- 2 min
Must-Haves for Baby’s First (or Second!) Chanukah
We have a lot of people to shop for, and I have to be prepared for EIGHT CRAZY NIGHTS of gifts!
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- Sep 27, 2023
- 5 min
Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Toys to Inspire Learning & Play
Oh, what fun: a holiday gift guide for everyone! My kids are busy making their holiday wish lists and I’m checking them twice.
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- Apr 17, 2023
- 6 min
Birthday on a Budget Gift Guide
Have you heard the expression, “Another year older, another year wiser”? I never realized just how true it was until I became a mom! It...
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- Mar 14, 2023
- 2 min
Video Game Fun, Role-Play, and Gaming Safety
As a mom of 4 (12, 6, and 3-year-old twin boys), I know just how much little ones love to mimic their parents and older siblings. That's...
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- Mar 8, 2023
- 5 min
Easter Basket Gifts For Everybunny!
Yay! Spring is right around the corner and Easter is quickly approaching. It brings me so much joy to create magic around the holidays...
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- Dec 2, 2022
- 3 min
How to Enjoy the Big Games With Your Kids
I have what some consider a large family: twin toddlers + a 6 year old + a 12 year old + a 1 year old dog; and one of the things my...
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- Dec 2, 2022
- 3 min
Why VTech Switch & Go Dinos are My Favorite Toys for Preschoolers
As a mom of three, I’m always on the hunt for the best new toys. If it will keep my kids happy, entertained, and provide some kind of...
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- Dec 2, 2022
- 3 min
Baby Playtime During First Year Milestones
Whether you’re a first time mom or a third time mom like me, baby milestones are just as exciting each time around! And, you better...
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- Dec 2, 2022
- 3 min
The Ultimate Baby Shower Gift Guide
When I think of baby showers, sweet little pink and blue petit fours, a mom glowing with her growing belly, and adorable gifts...
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- Nov 17, 2022
- 5 min
How to create an epic family fun day in cooler weather
Summer is officially over, but that doesn’t mean that we have to keep the kids inside all day! Here in NJ, we’ve been getting...
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- Oct 27, 2022
- 7 min
The Only Holiday Gift Guide You Will Need for Kids
This is not a drill! I repeat, this is not a drill! It is time to start thinking about and planning your gifts for the holiday season! As...
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- Sep 21, 2022
- 5 min
Fail-Proof Birthday Gifts For Four-Year-Olds That They Will Love
If you have a four-year-old in your life, you've probably noticed that they're starting to become their own little person. They're...
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- Sep 21, 2022
- 5 min
Birthday Gift Guide for Three-Year-Olds from a Mom of Twins
Hello Friends! I am SHOCKED at what I am about to say- I am the mom of THREE-YEAR-OLD TWINS! WHAT! Time absolutely flew by. As part of...
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- Sep 20, 2022
- 4 min
Top Toys For Toddlers: Fun Gifts That Inspire Learning & Play
In celebration of one of my favorite ages- TWO! - I put together a 2nd Birthday Gift Guide to tell you about some of my favorite toys...
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- Sep 20, 2022
- 5 min
5 Toys To Establish Your Baby's Routine
Having a routine for your baby each day can bring stability and predictability for not only your baby, but also you! A baby's daily...
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- Sep 20, 2022
- 5 min
4 Must-Have Toys to Help You Work from Home Without Childcare
It is hard to work from home without childcare. To successfully work from home without childcare, try to rotate your toys, have a...
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- May 26, 2022
- 4 min
Baby Registry Checklist: Don’t Forget the Toys!
Creating a baby registry can be one of the most exciting times of pregnancy. This is the time to think about and plan for all the baby...
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- Mar 31, 2022
- 4 min
Easter Baskets for Every Bunny
Spring is right around the corner and that means the Easter Bunny will be hopping into town! Take a look at my VTech Easter Gift Guide...
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- Mar 31, 2022
- 3 min
How to Throw an Awesome Kids Truck Party
Caution. Party Ahead! Truck themed parties are ideal for little ones who enjoy playing outdoors and getting their hands dirty with sand,...
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- Feb 8, 2022
- 3 min
VALENTINE’S DAY Gifts for Kids
If you’re shopping for some little Valentines this year, check out this educational, yet playful, gift guide! I pulled together 5 really...
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- Jan 27, 2022
- 5 min
Tips on how to teach children about the importance of recycling and our environment
We can no longer pretend to ignore the situation that the earth is in anymore. Environmental risks have made it harder for the earth to...
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- Dec 22, 2021
- 5 min
How To Encourage a Love For STEM Activities
I'm a huge fan of incorporating STEM toys and STEM learning into my home and I have been doing so from very early on in my children's...
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- Dec 22, 2021
- 5 min
Magical Slumber Party
Creating childhood magic is one of my favorite parts of being a mommy to my three little ones! Over the years I have found that all it...
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- Dec 15, 2021
- 3 min
Holiday Memory Making
Hi friends! It is easily my favorite time of the year. My family and I are diving right into all the fun memory making and magic that...
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- Dec 10, 2021
- 5 min
The Best Gifts for Baby’s First Christmas
The holiday season is upon us so it’s time to get that early gift shopping started. If you have a new baby in the family and you are...
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- Nov 15, 2021
- 5 min
Interactive Ways for Kids to Learn to Tell Time
Little kids can easily use the number knowledge they have mastered to focus on learning new skills. Building on top of established skills...
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- Oct 27, 2021
- 2 min
How To Throw a PAW Patrol Inspired Party for the Kids
No party is too big, no pup is too small. Calling all PAW Patrol fans! If your kids are big PAW Patrol fans, it makes perfect sense to...
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- Oct 27, 2021
- 7 min
2021 Must-Have Holiday Toy Gift Guide
Share in the excitement your kids feel this holiday with gifts you will love as much as they will! The gift of learning is as valuable to...
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- Oct 12, 2021
- 3 min
Rainy Day Tips for Moms
The warm summer days are rolling away and soon we will have colder weather & RAIN! As a mom of 4 (11-Zoey, 5-Lia , & 2 year old twins -...
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- Sep 15, 2021
- 6 min
How To Plan a Fun Family Staycation
It's time to take a break from your hectic life and spend some quality time with your kids. A family staycation may be exactly what you...
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- Jul 29, 2021
- 4 min
Disney Inspired Party Ideas
Calling all Disney Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse fans! Have you spotted VTech®’s Go! Go! Smart Wheels® Disney collection yet? So cute!...
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- Jul 27, 2021
- 4 min
Screen-Free Summer Activities for Kids!
Summertime is in full swing, and you’ll hear the words “I’m bored” at least a few times during the summer break months, so you’ll need...
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- Jul 16, 2021
- 3 min
Baby’s First Birthday Gift Guide
First birthdays are a monumental milestone for parents. High five! You did it! You survived and thrived through the first year of your...
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- Jul 16, 2021
- 3 min
Family Movie Night
We are huge movie lovers in our family. We would head out to the theaters almost monthly, before the pandemic, and once everything shut...
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- Jul 13, 2021
- 8 min
How To Entertain Kids on a Road Trip
For families with young children, taking a road trip is often preferable to flying for many reasons. You can bring as much baby gear as...
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- Apr 29, 2021
- 6 min
How to Accelerate Your Babies Milestones Through Play
Your baby’s first year is filled with so much developmental growth and change. In the blink of an eye, your infant will quickly go from a...
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- Apr 29, 2021
- 5 min
Pretend Play with Go! Go! Cory Carson
My youngest son Rhys has the most passionate car obsession I have ever witnessed. Since he is my third boy, I thought I had seen a love...
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- Feb 26, 2021
- 4 min
Dinosaur Birthday Party for Kids
A dinosaur theme is perfect for your child's next birthday party. Everyone loves dinosaurs! Dinosaurs spark curiosity and excitement for...
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- Feb 26, 2021
- 6 min
Easter Basket Gift Ideas
Fill your child’s Easter basket with toys that are as entertaining as they are educational! These products from VTech® and LeapFrog®...
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- Jan 14, 2021
- 3 min
Dinosaur Themed Valentine's Day Breakfast
Making memories with your family is what Valentine's Day is all about. You want your kids to feel special and loved. You want to do...
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- Dec 9, 2020
- 5 min
Teach Your Kids the Joy of Spreading Holiday Cheer
This is the perfect season to get jolly and make life magical for kids and adults alike. We are now at the tail-end of the longest year...
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