Moms' Buzz Editors Hot Picks for July 2008 are not only boiling hot - caliente, muy caliente, chaud trs chaud, but unbelievable! Don't get burned! In this Back to School Edition, we bring you products to get you started with the right foot on the ground in your busy days about to start again!
from our Kid's Accessories Drawer
My First Shades (TM)
Summer may be soon officially over, but the sun shines all year around, and we need to protect those little eyes. My First Shades have come up with a new sunglass design that provides vital sun protection for childrens' eyes, while also starting them down a long path of sun safety. The sunglasses are attached to a neoprene band which holds the glasses closer to the childs face, more securely in place, and, ultimately, minimizes peripheral light that can lead to eye damage. These shades will help children decrease childrens' risk of sun damage to their eyes that can eventually lead to impaired vision, cataracts, and blindness. Fun, fashionable designs and safe! Infant and children's sizes available at www.myfirstshades.com $14.99.
from our Desktop
Tiny Prints - Fresh, Modern Photo Cards, Announcements and Invitations!
TinyPrints.com offer a wide selection of stationery that you will find useful to the Back to School season. At TinyPrints.com you can get personalized Thank You Notes and custom Gift Tags & Labels. Personalized address labels and custom gift tags provide the perfect finishing touches to your stylish stationery. Since you can personalize and customize gift tags, there are some tags that are pretty and functional that can be used to label books, binders or favor bags. You will fall in love with their designs. Find an amazing selection of stationery at www.tinyprints.com - and keep it in mind for the upcoming Holidays! Price varies. www.tinyprints.com.
"Truly Mom" Planner
What does a truly mom needs to handly her busy and long agenda and hit the ground running for back-to-school season? A TrulyMom Planner! Truly Mom Planners are innovative, stylish and practical. It's unique tri-fold design, clean hidden magnet closure, useful pads and calendar, fabulous colors, and gorgeous ribbons, make it truly special. It's an incredibly useful fashion accessory, and portable desk on the go. All TrulyMom Planners come complete with " my day" pad, " my list" pad, "a note to" pad, a post-it note pad, a pull out spiral bound calendar that goes until January 2009, a handy pocket, pen and address booklet. They come in five great colors and measure approximately 9x6x1 3/4" when closed. All planners come complete with weekly/monthly calendar (Aug 2008-Dec 2009), pads, address book and pen! $98.00. www.trulymom.com.
from our Bookshelf
"I Brake for Meltdowns" - How to Handle the Most Exasperating Behavior of Your 2-to-5 Year Old by Michelle Nicholasen and Barbara O'Neal
This is a book every new and seasoned mom/dad of 2-to-5 year olds should have by their bed side. Moms Buzz did a post this week about a passage in the book because every single parent in the universe has experienced his/her share of meltdowns. "I Brake for Meltdowns" offers an annotated listing of all the exasperating things little kids do and includes step-by-step advice on how to handle each situation. www.ibrakeformeltdowns.com
from our Pantry
Shortbread Cookies by Fancypants Bakery - A Must Try!
Moms Buzz tried Fancypants Bakery cookies, and let me tell you, Moms Buzz ate them all - they are delicious, and brought me back treasured memories of my mom's shortbread cookies. Fancypants Bakery makes the most delicious, buttery, beautifully decorated shortbread cookies on earth. Their cookies make perfect favors for childrens birthday parties, school events, baby gifts, and many other occasions. They are also completely nut-free, so theyre suitable for kids with nut allergies. Fancypants Bakery offers an artisinal, high-quality product, made by a small company. The designs are adorable and each cookie is truly a work of art. Last but not least, the packaging and presentation of the cookies are just beautiful. Fancypants Bakery also offers online "bakery" so customers can buy made-to-order creations from the comfort of your house. Please consider a leadtime of 5 days when submitting your order. Price varies. www.fancypantsbakery.com.
Kids Lunch Box Cards by KidsFunCards.com
One of the things that Moms Buzz does not like about back to school is preparing lunch boxes! The good news is that Moms Buzz just found a fun way to make her kids happy and laugh during lunch-time at school: KidsLunchBoxCards! KidsLunchBoxCards are a super-fun alternative to the humdrum lunch-time napkin note. It's way for your children to feel you close at that vulnerable time during a long school day.
KidsLunchBoxCards are colorful, fun and durable. Drop the fun into kids' backpacks, overnight bags, coat pockets, even under a pillow. Cards are blank on the back for those days you want to write a special note or reminder. KidsLunchBoxCards contain 5 different cards per pack in 5 different themes. $4.95/pk. www.kidslunchboxcards.com.
from our Toddler's Room
Teach My Toddler Tote by Teach-My.com
As school-age children prepare for back to school this year, you can also start off your toddler a new year of learning at home with Teach My Toddler. Teach My Toddler is the 1st all-in-one learning system for toddlers. The toddler tote has 17 coordinated teaching tools to help toddlers master the basics; alphabet, numbers, shapes and colours. 5 puzzles, 4 board books, 4 posters and 4 sets of flashcards, all in one handy carrying case. No need to go to several stores buying individual pieces! It gives toddlers a headstart and to encourage interaction between the toddler and their parents, grandparents and caregivers. The toddler tote is portable, so it is perfect for the cottage, Grandmas or on the airplane! Teach My Toddler is designed for 18 months+. Just 20 minutes a day with Teach My Toddler and busy parents can make a difference! $39.99. www.teach-my.com.
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