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Love, Santa: The 8 Top Toys for Kids This Christmas

November 23, 2020 Leave a Comment

Believe it or not, Christmas is almost here. Retailers are prepping their Black Friday sales, so it’s time to start planning your shopping list for your kids’ Christmas gifts. If your child is less than forthcoming with their Christmas wishlist, then you probably need to do a little research about what to get them.

Are you wondering about the top toys for kids this Christmas? Read on to learn all about them!

1. Baby Yoda

Disney+ has a smash hit on its hands with The Mandalorian, which is now entering into its second season on television. One of the biggest stars out of the franchise is, of course, baby Yoda (The Child).

If your kids have been dying to cuddle up with this little cutie, then your prayers have been answered in the form of an animatronic Baby Yoda. This toy features a number of different movements and over 25 different sounds. You can program him to take a nap, too, just in case you get tired of hearing him all day.

This awesome gift is priced at $59 on Amazon, and it’s selling fast. Better get your order in right away!

2. Pets Alive Fifi the Flossing Sloth

Look, there are few animals in the world that are cuter than the sloth. With that in mind, Zuru’s Pets Alive line has released a purple dancing sloth toy known as Fifi the Flossing Sloth.

Fifi dances to three different songs and will keep your kids super entertained with its awesome dance moves and butt wiggles. This fun sloth won’t teach your kids about oral hygiene, but it will make them giggle by embracing one of the year’s biggest dance crazes: the backpack kid floss.

3. PlayStation 5

The Sony PlayStation 5 is one gift that’s on pretty much everyone’s Christmas list. This latest iteration of Sony’s hit gaming console was released just in time for the holiday season. Of course, that also means that pretty everyone is dying to get their hands on it and it is sold out in a number of places.

The PlayStation 5 will also cost you a pretty penny, coming in at either $399 or $499, depending on whether you want Ultra HD Blue-Ray disc playback capability. If this is too rich for your blood, then there is a solution for you. Keep an eye on Walmart clearance finder to spot a deal on this hot item.

4. Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Grow-the-Fun Garden to Kitchen

If you want to give your child a gift that is super fun to use and helps them learn to appreciate healthy eating, then the Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Grow-the-Fun Garden to Kitchen toy should absolutely be added to your Christmas shopping list.

This item is double-sided, so your child can grow fruits and veggies in the garden and bring them into the kitchen to cook. They also get to gather eggs and hone their green thumb by planting flowers. This toy is great for children between 18 and 36 months of age, and it is a great deal at around $60.

5. Healthy Roots Dolls: Zoe

Do you want to get your child a doll that looks like them? Want your child to learn more about diversity by surrounding them with dolls of varying ethnicities? The Healthy Roots doll Zoe is a great way to do all of and support a BIPOC owned and operated business.

Zoe is a black-American doll with curly hair that can be washed and styled. She is 18 inches in height and comes in a super cute outfit featuring a heart jumper and yellow converse.

Zoe is priced competitively with its American Girl doll counterparts at $79.99 and is currently being sold on a pre-order basis.

6. American Girl Joss

American Girl dolls have been all the rage for decades, and this company is showing no signs of slowing down. Joss is the 2020 American Girl doll of the year, and she’s flying off the shelves.

Joss is a surfer girl with a hearing aid to help her stay on top of her cheerleading routines. She’s 18 inches tall with long brown hair that can be styled. She comes with a full outfit, a pink swimsuit, a carrying case for her hearing aid, and a paperback book about her life. There is also a number of accessories you can purchase along with the Joss doll to get the complete experience.

7. Kid Trax Semi-Truck and Trailer Ride-On Toy

Does your kid like heading out for a drive around the neighborhood? This ride-on semi-truck is a great way for your child to explore the neighborhood and feel like a grown-up, too!

This semi-truck looks just like the real thing and hits speeds of up to 4 miles per hour. It has functional lights in the cab, a PA system, and a horn, too! It is powered by a 12-volt battery that is easy to charge up at the end of a long day of hauling. It seats one rider with a max weight of 77 pounds and is priced around $250.

8. LEGO Super Mario Adventures with Mario Starter Course

Want to throwback to the days of your youth? Then the LEGO Super Mario Adventures is a great gift for your kids this Christmas.

This kit has 231 super fun pieces that your kid can assemble to re-create the fun of the Super Mario video game. It includes LEGO Mario, with LCD screens for his eyes, mouth, and stomach. Mario is programmed with over 100 reactions to movement and includes a speaker.

In short, this $60 starter course will bring Super Mario to life in your own living room!

These Top Toys for Kids This Christmas Are Sure to Thrill!

Buying any of these top toys for kids this Christmas will undoubtedly make your kids super happy on Christmas morning. Of course, some will take more effort to find, but if you can score one, you’ll be their hero. Happy holiday shopping!

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8 Ways To Handle A Home Emergency Like A Pro

February 25, 2020 Leave a Comment

Suffering a home emergency can be tough, so knowing how to handle it is key. This is especially important if you live with kids and pets, as you’ll want to keep everybody safe. Of course, how you handle the situation will depend on what is going on, but in general, you should take the following steps or similar to ensure that everybody is as safe as possible. 

 

  1. Call An Emergency Service To Help You 

Don’t waste any time – call an emergency service to help you clean everything up. The sooner you do this, the better, because otherwise you may be waiting even longer for them to show. If you can call them before doing anything else, you’ll be able to get everything sorted out much faster. Look for companies that cleanup sewage, or another company that suits your needs. There will be a company in your area that can help you. 

 

  1. Find Somewhere For Your Kids And Pets To Go 

Ideally, you want to get your kids and pets out of the house so they don’t hurt themselves or try to explore the damage. Send them to a friend or family member’s house if you can. If you can’t, then give them strict instructions to stay in one room – only if it’s safe to stay in the house. 

 

  1. Only Remove Valuables If It Is Safe 

You may be worrying about your jewelry and other items, but you should only remove items like this if it’s safe for you to do so. Never put yourself in harm’s way – hopefully, your insurance will cover things like jewelry. 

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  1. Stay Calm 

Always stay calm in an emergency. This can be tough, but the rest of the family will take the lead from you. If you panic and get stressed, they will do the same. This will make the situation even harder to handle. 

 

  1. Call Your Insurance Company 

Call your insurance company. You may have home emergency cover or even just home insurance cover. Get an idea of what you are covered for so you can start putting plans in place and inform them of what has happened. 

 

  1. Never Put Yourself In Danger 

Don’t put yourself in danger during a home emergency. There are various situations that could be dangerous. Flooding can be dangerous, but a fire or a gas issue can be especially dangerous. Don’t try to fix these things yourself. 

 

  1. Shut Off Main Water Valve/Electricity 

You may have received instructions from the emergency company you have called. If not, ask them if you need to turn off the main water valve, electricity, or do anything else to help the process along. 

 

  1. Do A Little Clean Up If At All Possible

Make sure you only attempt this if it is safe to do so. Check with the emergency service provider if you’re not sure. Getting rid of excess water will help to prevent mold and mildew, for instance. 

 

Handling a home emergency can be tough, but the faster you act, the less damage to deal with.

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How to Keep Your Home Clean With Dogs

June 2, 2017 Leave a Comment

It can seem like a never-ending battle when you have dogs and you like to keep a clean house. Endless amounts of hair can be found under the sofas and in the rugs. Dirty paw prints are traipsed all through the floors and that wet dog smell just won’t go away. You love them like your children but you wish there was a way of keeping everything clean while letting them enjoy themselves. Here are a few tips to get you started.

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Groom Your Dog

All dogs moult. It varies how much dogs of different breeds moult but even if you have a short haired dog, you’ll still find hair everywhere. To stop your dogs from shedding all over your furniture, it’s important to brush them at least 3 times a week; more if your dog has long hair. The more hair on your dog, the more can fall off, so make sure your dog’s hair is cut by a professional groomer on a regular basis. It’s not just to save your furniture. Your dog will need to be cut to stay cool during the warmer months.

 

Install an Outside Tap

Most of our dogs go to the toilet in our gardens at least three times a day. During the Summer months, if the garden isn’t cleaned properly, the smell can intensify. The last thing you want is a waft of something nasty every time you open the back door. Consider installing an outside tap by contacting your local plumbers. The job takes less than an hour usually, and it doesn’t cost much. You can then attach a hose pipe to the tap and you’ve got a way of quickly getting rid of the smell. You can also pick up pet friendly disinfectants at local pet stores.

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Pet Vacuum

When you need to replace your vacuum, it’s worth investing in a vacuum designed for cleaning pet mess. Not only will it be easier to remove hair from furniture and carpets, the sharp suction also allows you to clean up dirty paw prints when your dog has been on a wet or muddy walk. Of course, it’s important to clean your dog’s paws before they enter the main house, but you can never guarantee you’ll get every piece of dirt off them.

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Go for Walks

Exercising your dog is more important than you may think when it comes to keeping your house clean. This is especially important for younger dogs because it ensures their energy is lowered and they’ll have less interest in being destructive. So, if you a cushion you’re particularly fond of, make sure your dog is stimulated both physically and mentally. When a dog is tired, it’s more likely to obey your commands than get into mischief. So, if you tell your dog to wait at the door while you get a towel to dry it’s fur off, it will be more inclined to please you and obey.

 

It may be hard keeping up with mucky pups but the loyalty and companionship you receive in return makes it all worth it.

 

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