This 'MIMMO: Sensory Products That Kids LOVE!' post is sponsored by MIMMO.  As always, all opinions are my own. It's no secret that kids love hands on fun.  I'm also a huge advocate for putting away the screens and getting dirty.  During the summer, that means spending a lot of time outdoors.  But once our Minnesota winters hit, we're stuck inside more than I'd usually care to be.  One way that we combat boredom while still fulfilling the need for hands on fun is with MIMMO Read more [...]

Gibbs Smith sent me books for inclusion in my holiday gift guide. All opinions are my own.  Do you have an artistic friend or family member who loves coloring books? Gibbs Smith recently sent me some of their titles, and they offer something for colorists of all ages. For kids who dream of exploring outer space, the Space Coloring Book would make an excellent gift. This fun, whimsical book takes young astronauts on an adventure among the stars. They'll visit uncharted planets and meet crazy Read more [...]

I was sent this item for our gift guide. Looking to step up the fun without the pain and mess of paintball? Meet the Bwine M4A1 Electric Gel Ball Blaster - your ticket to next-level backyard battles suitable for ages 10 and up. This full-scale M4A1-styled blaster takes water bead ammo to unleash harm-free havoc. With semi-auto and full-auto firing modes, adjustable stock, 200 ft range, and clip-fed ammo, it looks and feels really cool. On top of that, no protective gear is needed. The Bwine M4A1 Read more [...]

This 'Fireside Games - A Great Christmas Gift (+ Giveaway!)' is sponsored by Fireside Games.  As always, all opinions are my own.  This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. We LOVE games!  I'm a huge advocate for hosting a family game night weekly (or even daily sometimes in the winter.)  I would much rather spend time interacting and chatting with my kids over a board game than have everyone on the couch staring Read more [...]

Thank you to PediPocket for providing me with products to facilitate my blog review. All opinions are 100% my own. I am a blanket hoarder. Every room in my home has multiple blankets. Blankets bring me comfort and joy. I have them in a variety of sizes, styles, and materials. When I was asked to review a PediPocket blanket, I said YES! A PediPocket blanket had been on my wishlist. You may be asking yourself, why would I want another blanket if I have so many? Well, PediPocket blankets have Read more [...]