ParentPicks: Next up, toddlers.
It's time for another installment of ParentPicks, a veritable gold mine of parental wisdom. Our sneaking suspicions were right - you DO have some fantastic baby picks up your sleeve! Well, let's keep the good ideas flowing. This month's ParentPicks feature will be focused on the darling, yet obstinate toddler stage. Personally, I have been thrown blindly into the Terrible Two's Ring of Fire during the past month. (HOLD ME.) The only item that elicits a guaranteed smile from my outdoorsy dictator is his Kettler tricycle.
What about you, though? What product or item could you not live without during the toddler years? Your insightful responses will be compiled and presented in August for everyone to enjoy. Now, get to it! Parents all over the world will thank you!
Image of the Day: A contagious smile
Hey, guess what? It's Friday, and it looks like I'm not the only one who's thrilled! Thanks to McGowan Photography for such a great photo.
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Tried and True: Break out the summer toys!
Kid decor & style, Toys & games
Welcome to Tried and True, a monthly feature where cool products are put through the ringer -- from our family to yours.It's that time of year, folks. The warmer weather is just beckoning our kids to come outside and play on the green lawn. This month, I had the chance to try out some of this summer's coolest products with the help of a few kid testers.
The three products we put to the test were the Wiggling Water Snake by Small World Toys, the Noddo Croquet Set from The Land of Nod, and the Sand and Water Table from One Step Ahead.
I must say that our kid testers loved all three products, and the parents were pleased as well. Check out the Tried and True photo gallery for shots of the kids in action, and continue reading on for the pros and cons of each product!
Image of the Day: Tiny gift
What an interesting and beautiful perspective from lachicaphoto. Thanks for sharing this photo with ParentDish.
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Image of the Day: Beginning Photography 101
This intelligent baby sure is a quick study! Thanks to photodaniel for this hilarious photo.
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Image of the Day: Sweetness
Just TRY to deny this precious little face. (And perfectly clasped hands!) Thanks to PhillipCarl Photography for brightening our day with this photo.
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Image of the Day: The pretty posse
Three of the most beautiful faces I've seen in awhile. Thanks to Michelle Potter for this lovely start to our week.
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Image of the Day: Glam it up!
A future celebrity? This little one looks ready to deal with the paparazzi. Thanks, eingefangen, for such a cute shot!
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ParentWish Summer Fun: Turbo Bubble Machine
Item: Turbo Bubble MachinePrice: $24.99
Why we love it: DUH. It's creates tons of bubbles without giving you a head rush from all of that usual, excessive blowing. (Or is that just me?)
Where to buy it: Back to Basics Toys
This automated Turbo Bubble Machine sends streams of bubbles into the air to create amazing, non-stop bubbles. Machine comes with two 4-ounce bottles of bubble solution. Requires 6 "AA" batteries. For ages 5+.
ParentWish Summer Fun: Standing Easel
Fun & activities, Toys & games
Item: Melissa and Doug Standing Easel Price: $59.99
Why we love it: A great price for an all-in-one haven for your budding artist.
Where to buy it: Several retailers
A standing easel is essential for any young artist, right? This large easel has a chalkboard, dry erase board, four colorful clips and paper roller to let your little van Gogh get to it. The easel's height is also adjustable to grow with your little one. Be sure to check out Melissa and Doug's Companion Set for all sorts of supplies.
