A Gift the Kids Will Sink Their Teeth Into

I do not know anyone (yet) that would need this pillow, but I thought it was so adorable that I had to write about it.  What a great concept - a tooth fairy pillow.  I found it at, you guessed it, Your Tooth Fairy Pillow.  It has a little pocket that comes with a toothbrush and toothpaste.  The pocket is also where your child puts his/her tooth for the tooth fairy to take.  How adorable and best of all, yes, you got it, it's Made in the USA.


Have your little ones lost their teeth?  I would love it if you would share your pictures with me.  Post them on my Facebook page.

Karina

The purchase of this pillow will create 78,019 jobs.

Choosing Can Be Puzzling

Choosing gifts for Christmas used to be so simple.  Now with kids, I get overwhelmed.  There are so many wonderful gifts.  I strive to get the girls items that are fun and educational.  I found a puzzle made by Mamasoes that appealed to me.  It has the numbers in bright colors.  Besides the fact that it is Made in the USA, it serves several purposes for both girls.  Lyla can continue to learn her numbers.  Putting together the puzzle assists her with hand-eye coordination and as she puts the puzzle together, she learns color recognition.  This toy would be good for Bina in the simple fact that babies love colors and this puzzle fulfills in that department.  It also does not have little pieces to account for and anyone that is surrounded by mobile babies knows that that is a plus.


How's your shopping going so far?  Have you purposefully bought any Made in the USA items?  I would love to hear (or read) your thoughts and experiences. 

Karina

The purchase of this puzzle can create 106,319 jobs.

Mom Finds Way to Always Praise Child

Now this gift can be appreciated by many.  It is a reward-and-praise chart from the Victoria Chart Company.  The chart serves as a visual reminder for kids (and I'm sure parents and caretakers alike) about how the good things they accomplish do not go unnoticed.  As the parent of a two-year old, there are days when I feel I am being tested to see how I react.  Having this chart would help present an opportunity to turn the situation around.  It is Made in the USA and based on a great value, "Let's raise good kids."

How do you praise your children and loved ones?  I would love to hear (or read) your thoughts.

Karina

This purchase would create 59,382 jobs.

Cuddling with Cuties

In shopping for Bina, I found my creative juices going.  I want to get her something sentimental.  I found this Minky Bonding Lovie Doll from All-American Baby.  When she gets sleepy, she starts reaching for a stuffed animal or a pillow, even her own dress and rubs it on her face and just cuddles.*  This little doll seems like something that she could really enjoy.  I am so excited to see how she likes it.  And, of course, it is Made in the USA.

Karina

This purchase also creates 62,540 jobs. 

* These items are not in her bed. I supervise her when she crawls around and these items are within reach.

The Gift is in The Box

I think whiplash is setting in.  I cannot believe that Thanksgiving is in two days.  I have been trying to think about gifts for the girls.  In my search for products Made in the U.S.A., I came across a cottage at Crafty Kids Playhouses.  It's made out of 100% recycled cardboard!  How brilliant!  Lyla loves playing with boxes.  Doesn't really care what's in the box, just the box.  I keep telling my husband that someone should come up with an idea to sell a box for kids.  Well, ask and ye shall find.  This one goes on the list.

Karina

By the way, this toy creates 124,924 jobs.  Made in the U.S.A., eco-friendly, and creates jobs - there's a feel-good purchase.