Here's our roundup of the kids' activities and family-friendly events going on in the Greater Bay Ridge area of Brooklyn for the week of September 27 - October 3, 2018!
Don't forget to sign up for our e-newsletter and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to stay in the loop of all the local goings on!! All the events and ads below are linked, so click away for more details and to double check before heading out for an event (time changes, cancellations, and mistakes do happen on occasion). Click here to submit your Bay Ridge area family-friendly event or program for a complimentary listing in an upcoming events roundup! Businesses are invited to read more about advertising with us and to sign up for our advertisers' newsletter to receive occasional ad specials and upcoming deadlines.
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Here's our roundup of the kids' activities and family-friendly events going on in the Greater Bay Ridge area of Brooklyn for the week of September 20 - 26, 2018!
Don't forget to sign up for our e-newsletter and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to stay in the loop of all the local goings on!! All the events and ads below are linked, so click away for more details and to double check before heading out for an event (time changes, cancellations, and mistakes do happen on occasion). Click here to submit your Bay Ridge area family-friendly event or program for a complimentary listing in an upcoming events roundup! Businesses are invited to read more about advertising with us and to sign up for our advertisers' newsletter to receive occasional ad specials and upcoming deadlines.
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My crew went back to school a couple of weeks ago and I wanted to take a minute to let you guys know about some of my favorite items we're using this year - from great kids shoes to bento box to washable labels, all from brands included in my $600 value jackpot Fall Favorites for the Family Giveaway running through September 19, 2018 - enter to win here!!
Click below to watch the haul on our YouTube channel, or read on for the blog version!
Stuck On You has the best personalized items for kids and families. I previously reviewed the Stuck On You Bento Box and Backpack my son is using, and we've just gotten their washable labels and fabric stamp to try out - must haves for school, day care, and camp! The labels come in all sizes to choose from, and as with all of the Stuck On You items, you can personalize the text, font, color, and even add a cute little logo or character! (Do take a moment to read my PSA on child safety at the bottom of this post regarding labeling items with your child's name). We haven't had these labels long enough to see how they do long term, but I'll check back in and update this post in a few weeks to let you know how our items have been doing with heavy use and being thrown in the dishwasher. My DIY sharpie labeling didn't survive a day at school on my twins' water bottles, not to mention the dishwasher! So, fingers crossed these labels live up to their promise (I'm pretty sure they will!!).
Another must-have to make sure your kids' items are all labeled before heading off to school is the Clothing Name Stamp Pack by Stuck On You. It comes with a personalized stamp, fabric ink, and blank iron-on labels. So you can choose to stamp directly onto the clothes or clothing label, or onto the iron-on label. SUPER easy, waterproof, and permanent!!
We've been a huge fan of pediped for years now, check out my past reviews of shoes here (2017), here (2016) and here (2015)! They are an award-winning children's shoe company known for supporting the healthy growth of children's feet, and their fabulous selection of adorable and stylish shoes for babies through big kids!
My girls were sent pediped's Grip 'n Go Nikki Pink/Orange Sandals, featuring a genuine leather upper, breathable leather lining, all natural rubber sole, and super comfy memory foam insole. Approved by American Podiatric Medical Association for promoting healthy foot development and available in sizes 19 - 23 (4.5 - 7), they're currently on sale for $30!! The velcro strap is easy for kids to do themselves, it's not a loop through (which mine frequently struggle with if they pull it too far out of the loop by accident), and they were my girls were literally flipping over the fun colors! The memory foam insole is very squishy and the sole is super flexible - check out the image above and get a better feel for it in my demo video here!
My son was sent these super cool Flex Logan boots in Chestnut, which are, get this - VEGAN!! They're also machine washable, have a natural rubber sole, breathable canvas lining, are approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association for promoting healthy foot development, and feature the "Flex Fit System" - they come with an extra insert per foot so you can make sure they fit your child perfectly. I love that they LOOK like a laced up shoe but they are in fact, not. The laces are non-tie elastic and stretch to allow your child to get his or her foot in there easily, with a velcro strap up top. Under pants or on show with shorts, these boots are fabulous for the Fall through winter and spring!
Don't forget you can win a pair of pediped children's shoes and a $50 store credit to Stuck On You in my $600 value jackpot giveaway on the blog now!!! Enter to win here!!
Just like with developing an ear and ability for other languages, the earlier you start your child's musical education the better! Singing to your babies, taking your toddlers to shake maracas and dance around at singalongs, and introducing your preschooler to their first instrument!
Choosing that right first instrument can be a difficult decision, but I'm thrilled to introduce you today to one amazing option: the Loog Mini Guitar! We were provided one for review as part of my $600 value jackpot giveaway (enter to win here!!), but all thoughts and opinions are my own and completely unbiased.
The Loog Mini Guitar is not just a kid's sized guitar or ukulele. It actually utilizes just the 3 top strings from a regular guitar, making it simpler for children to learn just the top half of all of the essential chords. What they learn will stay with them as they transition to a regular 6-string guitar in a few years. Brilliant!
What's more? The free Loog Guitar app makes it FUN!! Your child will create a character, tune their guitar, learn chords (with the help of YouTube tutorials built into the app), and unlock great songs to learn by artists such as Bruno Mars, Tom Petty, and Taylor Swift! With the help of this app, your child will be rocking it out on their mini guitar in no time! Be sure to watch my short YouTube video to see my 5 year old using the app to tune the guitar and work on his chords!
Now, I'm not going to lie to you. For my 5 year old, it was anything but easy. That said, he definitely had fun. Obviously some things in life, such as learning to play an instrument, take time and effort! I hope to spending a bit of one-on-one time together with the app and the guitar will help him get the hang of it and have fun! Check him out in action here:
You can buy a Loog Mini Guitar, good for ages 3+, on their website here, and also find great guitars for older kids, and lots of accessories such as bags, stands, and more! You can also find Loog Mini Guitar on Amazon (affiliate link).
You can win your very own Loog Mini Guitar ($79 value) as part of my $600 value jackpot Fall Favorites for the Family Giveaway - just click here to enter to win!!!
Here's our roundup of the kids' activities and family-friendly events going on in the Greater Bay Ridge area of Brooklyn for the week of September 13 - 19, 2018!
Don't forget to sign up for our e-newsletter and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to stay in the loop of all the local goings on!! All the events and ads below are linked, so click away for more details and to double check before heading out for an event (time changes, cancellations, and mistakes do happen on occasion). Click here to submit your Bay Ridge area family-friendly event or program for a complimentary listing in an upcoming events roundup! Businesses are invited to read more about advertising with us and to sign up for our advertisers' newsletter to receive occasional ad specials and upcoming deadlines. 
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We've rounded up our favorite products this fall for babies, toddlers, big kids, and parents into ONE HUGE GIVEAWAY!! We're talking $600+ value jackpot here people!! Read on for more details about each of the amazing prizes, and enter to win in the rafflecopter box below!! Don't forget, you'll get additional entry points for every action taken, from following each account on social media to signing up for mailing lists and leaving comments on the blog.
This post includes some Amazon Affiliate links - you don't pay more for purchases after clicking, but we will receive a small commission to help fund our blog - thank you!!
THE PRIZES!!!
Groove Life
These durable and comfortable silicone rings are a great alternative to traditional gold, silver, and platinum rings. Breathable (thanks to unique grooves on the inside of the band), they're safe for work and play, are budget-friendly, and come with a "No BS" 94 year unlimited warranty - if you lose it or break it - no worries! Our grand prize winner will receive a $100 store credit at groovelife.com - that's enough for 2 or 3 rings (can I suggest a matching pair of silicone wedding rings for you and your partner's next anniversary)!? 
Sneakz
Full of flavor but free from gluten, carrageenan, and soy, each serving of Sneakz organic drinks contain a half serving of veggies! Available in chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry - you can choose from their original ready-to-drink "milkshake" dairy-based boxes or the new vegan protein & probiotic powders - each scoop has 14 grams of pea protein, 10 essential amino acids, fiber, half a serving of vegetables, and at least 500 million CFUs of probiotics! Our grand prize winner will receive a $95 value variety pack - 1 vegan powder pack of each flavor, and 1 six-pack of milkshake boxes in each flavor! You can shop for Sneakz drinks on their website and Amazon (affiliate link), and don't miss our personal review here. 
Loog Guitars
Your child will be strumming away in no time with the award-winning Loog mini guitar as his or her first musical instrument! Using just the first 3 strings of a 6-string guitar, a Loog mini has the same strings, tuning, and finger placement as a traditional guitar, making it an easier way to get your child (3 years and up) started on the guitar, acquiring skills that stay with them a lifetime. With the chord cards that come with the guitar, and the free Loog Guitar app, playing guitar will be a fun endeavor for both child and parent! Our grand prize winner will receive one Loog Mini Guitar, an $79 value. You can shop Loog guitars (mini and pro) on loogguitars.com and Amazon (affiliate link).
pediped
Whether shopping for baby's first shoes or your big kid's "cool" sneakers, award winning pediped has shoes for all of your littles - with over 130 styles from newborn to size 6 youth! Made with premium grade, non-toxic materials, pediped shoes are comfortable, supportive & healthy for growing feet, stylish, and durable! Our grand prize winner will receive 1 pair of pediped shoes, a $60 value! You can shop for their shoes on pediped.com and Amazon (affiliate link). Be sure to check out my past reviews here (2017), here (2016) and here (2015), and...
Stuck On You
From backpacks to bento boxes (that don't leak even when you put dipping sauces in them!) to washable labels for clothes and water bottles, Stuck On You has a fabulous variety of items for kids and families. The best part? Everything comes personalized, just selecting an image, text, and font! Our grand prize winner will receive a $50 store credit to shop on stuckonyou.us! Don't miss my review of the Large Backpack and Bento Box Value Pack, and...
QuickZip
Nothing makes changing your bedding easier than QuickZip!! With fitted sheets that save you the struggle by coming off with a quick zip (for crib mattress through California King; a MUST for bunk beds!!), to waterproof mattress pads, pillow cases, flat sheets, and even an adorable crib artist series!! Our grand prize winner will receive a $50 store credit. You can shop for their products on quickzipsheet.com and Amazon (affiliate link). They are one of my very favorite brands for families - see my personal review here (we have them on our Queen mattress, 2 crib mattresses, and a twin at the moment!), and how I am using them on my son's bunk bed!! 
Squeasy Gear
Squeasy Gear's silicone pouches are perfect for on-the-go snacks such as applesauce, yogurt, and smoothies, and even make great water bottles that roll up when empty!! Use the removeable no-spill insert or take it out and use as a "free flow" bottle. The pouches are reversible for easy cleaning, and all parts are top-rack dishwasher safe!. The original Squeasy Snacker comes in 3.5oz and 6oz sizes, and the Squeasy Sport is 16oz. Both are available in pink, green, turquoise, and grey, with new colors and top options launching soon! Our grand prize winner will receive 2 Squeasy Gear items - their choice of size and colors, a $34 value! You can shop on squeasygear.com and Amazon (affiliate link), and don't miss my personal review here! 
Art & Eden
Childrens clothes that are better for the planet, better for the people making them, and better for the children wearing them - this is Art & Eden!! They are GOTS certified, utilize sustainable farming methods and fair business practices, low impact dyes, and recycled packaging. They offer local and global giveback. What's more? They're super cute and affordable! Our grand prize winner can select either the Leah Dress or the Eli Crew Neck Sweatshirt, both pictured in the image below and available in sizes 2T - 10, a $40 value. You can shop for more on artandeden.com. 
Munchie Mug
Once you go Munchie Mug, you never go back. For real, it is THAT GOOD!! The fabric top is gentle on hands, and also completely prevents snack spillage. Shake it, drop it, no problem!! Muchie Mugs come in 9 color options in both 12oz and 16oz sizes, are BPA, Phthalate, and PVC free, made in the USA, top rack dishwasher safe, and come with a stay fresh lid to keep leftover snacks fresh. Our grand prize winner will receive 2 snack cups in their choice of size and color, a $36 value. You can shop for these great snack cups on munchiemug.com or Amazon (affiliate link), and don't miss this adorable video of my twins giving Munchie Mug's spill-proof feature a run for its money! 
Pretty Girl Lips n Lashes - Younique
Looking to support a budding momtrepreneur while purchasing fabulous makeup? Then Younique is for you! With everything from foundations and fragrances to eyeshadow palettes and lipsticks, you'll find everything you need through our mom friend and presenter, Allison. You can join her Facebook group or reach out to Allison directly with any questions, or with interest to join her team and become a presenter yourself - what a fun and easy way to make money from home! Our grand prize winner will receive 1 Moodstruck Epic Mascara (providing "Legendary lashes with a wave of a wand), a $24 value - check out my dramatic before and after here! 
The Tag*a*Long
The Tag*a*Long is a flexible handle that quickly loops through your stroller, giving your walking child something to easily hold on to. So simple, and yet SO GREAT!! It can make tagging along more fun for your child, and let's face it, a bit safer. They're BPA, PVC, & Phthalate-free, dishwasher safe, made in the USA, and require no tools or deep thought to install (I swap them out from stroller to stroller on a whim, that says a lot!). Our grand prize winner will receive 2 tag*a*long handles, a $20 value. You can shop on tagalongkids.com or Amazon (affiliate link), and get 20% off if you order through their Facebook post by the end of Friday, September 7! 
Wubba Water
When you need to hydrate your sick child, Wubba Water has your back. With NO GMO's, synthetic dyes, artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners, corn, gluten, soy, dairy, or nuts, Wubba Water is an organic and healthier alternative to Pedialyte. With just 1 gram of organic sugar per serving, Wubba Water tastes great and helps replenish lost water and electrolytes. Our grand prize winner will receive 2 bottles of each of 3 flavors (6 bottles total), a $18 value. You can shop for Wubba Water at Whole Foods, Walmart, and Amazon (affiliate link), or check the map on wubbawater.com. 
ENTER TO WIN HERE!!!
Giveaway ends September 19, 2018 at 11:59 PM EST. Open to US Residents ages 18 years and older. Don't forget - the more actions you take (some daily) the more points you accrue and the better your chances of winning!! After leaving a comment and clicking "done", more options will open up! 
Here's our roundup of the kids' activities and family-friendly events going on in the Greater Bay Ridge area of Brooklyn for the week of September 6 - 12, 2018!
Don't forget to sign up for our e-newsletter and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to stay in the loop of all the local goings on!! All the events and ads below are linked, so click away for more details and to double check before heading out for an event (time changes, cancellations, and mistakes do happen on occasion). Click here to submit your Bay Ridge area family-friendly event or program for a complimentary listing in an upcoming events roundup! Businesses are invited to read more about advertising with us and to sign up for our advertisers' newsletter to receive occasional ad specials and upcoming deadlines.
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About Me ^_^I'm a NYC metro area mom blogger living in NJ with my Japanese husband & our 3 kids (twins plus 1). This blog is chock full of product reviews, family travel guides, and giveaways galore! It's also home to Bay Ridge Families, and several guides focused on kid-friendly activities and guides to South Brooklyn, Hudson Valley, and New Jersey, as well as family-friendly destinations beyond the NYC area (check the menu bar!)  
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