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Chuggington and Mega Brands Collaborate to Re...
Published on Thursday, April 5, 2012 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Addison Kat. Congrats! Much like my husband, my son is fascinated by how things work. He has actually pulled apart toys in the process, some of which could not be put back together. It comes as no surprise that my son's favorite toys are those that allow him to get creative. He enjoys the challeng... Read More » -
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The Most Popular Toys for the Holidays Reveal...
Published on Thursday, December 15, 2011 by caryn With less than 2 weeks before Christmas, I'm still putting the finishing touches on my holiday shopping. While I'm certain my children would be happy with almost any toy they receive, as a parent, it's difficult to sift through the vast amount of toys that line store shelves. Shine from Yahoo just revealed their latest Get It Guide, perfectly timed for the holida... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Gift Idea For Tots: Chuggington...
Published on Thursday, December 15, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Lisa Weidknecht. Congrats! As a mom to a four year old boy, trains come highly recommended, not only because my son could spend quite a bit of time playing with them, but because they are relatively easy to clean up and encourage imagination and interactive play. Since the hit Disney Junior show Chu... Read More » -
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The Toy Guy’s Top Holiday Recommendatio...
Published on Friday, December 9, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Annmarie W. Congrats! Toys, toys and more toys! Newpapers, television ads, and stores are filled with educational, electronic, and even eccentric toys, hoping to make it home to a special boy or girl. I peruse the ads and glean wisdom from my children, hoping to pick out a few that they'll play ... Read More » -
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Get a Melissa & Doug 25% Off Coupon When...
Published on Sunday, November 27, 2011 by caryn After surviving Black Friday and scoring some great deals, Cyber Monday is just around the corner for those who prefer to avoid the crowds and shop from the comfort of their own home. I still have some shopping to do, so I'll likely spend some time exploring some of my favorite sites, particularly for the kids since most of my shopping is geared towards them. Ele... Read More » -
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Children’s Holiday Gift Idea: Defiants ...
Published on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Kerry. Congrats! Like most boys, my son's favorite toys are those with wheels and those that allow him to use his creativity (i.e. blocks, LEGOS, etc.). There are nights when I still find one of his wheeled vehicles next to him at night on his pillow. The holiday season is just around the corner and... Read More » -
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Learning Made Fun With Educational Insights *...
Published on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 by caryn Earlier this fall, I was introduced to a fantastic company that just happens to be based right here in Southern California. Educational Insights makes a wide variety of toys, games, and educational products with appeal to parents, teachers, and children. In November, I'll be launching my holiday gift guide and featuring the company and some of it's products. You ... Read More » -
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Learning Made Fun With the Vtech Chuggington ...
Published on Wednesday, October 5, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to the winner, Sarah Coulsey! I can't believe it's already October! Restaurants and stores are adorned with spooky decor in preparation for Halloween. And some stores, like Sam's Club, already have holiday items out for sale. As soon as we're done trick or treating, we'll be counting down towards Thanksgiving and Christmas.... Read More » -
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Her First Doll…
Published on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 by caryn My beautiful, brown-eyed little girl received her very first doll last week. She calls it her "babby" and absolutely adores it. I had many dolls growing up, some of which my mom still has tucked away in a closet. I do hope my daughter takes to her "babby" like my son has to "Mr. Bear." I think that imaginative play is important for a child's development and... Read More » -
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Our Favorite Cars 2-Inspired Toys
Published on Monday, July 11, 2011 by caryn Two weeks ago, Cars 2 opened in theaters and my son still talks about the film. Fortunately, he has a few movie-inspired toys to keep the movie fresh in his mind. If you've been out shopping lately, you may have noticed entire sections devoted to all-things Cars 2. Along with cars from the film, you'll find clothing, bedding, playsets, and even learning laptop... Read More » -
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Gilt Summer Spectacular *Giveaway*
Published on Thursday, July 7, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Lisa. G. Congrats! I remember when I used to scour the sale racks at Macy's and Nordstrom for deals on clothes, shoes, and accessories. While I still do this, most of my shopping is now completed online. These days, there aren't many items that you can't find a sale or discount on. I am signed u... Read More » -
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A Cars 2 Bedroom Makeover!
Published on Wednesday, June 22, 2011 by caryn Our engines are revving for the release of Cars 2 this coming Friday! On Saturday, I finally get to take my son to see the film (which is absolutely briliant)! You likely know that as attachment parents, our children sleep with us for a time. My son will turn 4 this week, and the time has come (as in many, many months ago) for him to sleep in his own bed. We'... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Out With Voice Rockrz
Published on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 by caryn Music is an integral part of our family. My husband sings and I played the piano for many years. Both of my children enjoy music, particularly my daughter who literally dances every time she hears a song (even if it's simply on television). With reality shows like American Idol, many children and young adults enjoy exploring their own musical talent. Awhile bac... Read More » -
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Chuggington Traintastic Cargo Game *Giveaway*
Published on Monday, May 30, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Congrats Cherice! Do you have a regular family game night? At present, we don't. But I'd love to set aside one night every week or so where we unplug and take time to interact and have fun playing board games. My son, who's almost 4, is finally at an age where he can understand how to play simple board games. And those he's too young... Read More » -
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RIDEMAKERZ Launches Cars 2 Line
Published on Thursday, May 19, 2011 by caryn My nearly four year old son is a tad bit attached to his cars. Not only does he carry at least one in his pocket on school days, you'll find one or two on his pillow at bedtime. Children, particularly little boys, are fascinated with cars. And not just play cars...my son frequently asks my husband if he can "drive" daddy's "big" car. He's a typical boy in this w... Read More » -
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Special Agent Oso R.R. Rapide Command Center
Published on Sunday, March 27, 2011 by caryn When Playhouse Disney evolved to become Disney Junior, I was pleased that they continued to air my son's favorites including Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Special Agent Oso, and Chuggington. Each show is unique and touches on a variety of topics including friendship and teamwork. Special Agent Oso, geared towards preschoolers, stars a teddy bear and special agent-in-tra... Read More » -
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Oscar Worthy Products For Moms and Tots
Published on Friday, March 11, 2011 by caryn I first discovered blogs when I was pregnant with my son. A high-risk pregnancy landed me on bedrest and I was forced to stay connected via the internet. Unlike most moms-to-be, I researched, registered, and shopped online without ever seeing a product. These days, I still do most of my research and shopping online. During Oscar weekend, I had an opportunity ... Read More » -
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Learning Through Play With Mega Bloks Domino ...
Published on Friday, March 4, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Cherice. Congrats! My son is at an age where he actually comprehends the basics of simple games. I have fond memories of playing board games with my family and I've always envisioned a regular game night in our household when our children are old enough to participate. I find it difficult to ident... Read More » -
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Sweet Talking Ken *Giveaway*
Published on Sunday, February 13, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is JudyZ. Congrats! I still remember those childhood days of pretend play with Barbie, Ken, and friends. In fact, my mother still keeps a small collection of my dolls that we will both give my daughter when she's old enough to play with them. While much has changed with Barbie and the gang, she still... Read More » -
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Chuggington Interactive Railway Set
Published on Thursday, January 27, 2011 by caryn Children who follow the adventures of Koko, Wilson, and Brewster will be delighted to learn that they will now be able to interact with their favorite trains in a brand new way. Learning Curve, a well-respected company that designs and manufactures products and toys for children, will introduce the Chuggington Interactive Railway Set this Spring. You may remembe... Read More »
