Parenting Healthy

2 Gifts Dad can use for Traveling this summer from Spice of Life

As you prepare for summer travels, Father’s Day and celebrations, we know that weather and time will be factors. I love the long days of summer where I can be outdoors late in the day before it gets dark. It is all serene until heat takes its toll. These 2 products from Spice of Life make great gifts Dad can use and for the Traveler on your gift lists.

When the long days end and you need to relax, nothing beats a good playlist and an engaging book. The Hands Free Buddy Beat Speaker Light with bluetooth connectivity puts “Me-Time” in your hands (or around your neck). The LED lights are bright up front as well as the LED light with the glow-in-the-dark logo in the back. For safety, you can be seen coming and going in the dark. The arms are flexible so you can adjust the light in different angles according to the direction needed.

Use the bluetooth speaker to listen to music, podcasts or take calls. Your hands are free to tidy up at the end of the evening outside or read a book as the day ends. They come in 4 colors – black, ivory, lime green, and camouflage color.

Another must-have summer gadget from Spice of Life is the Portable Neck Fan. Just as it sounds – it is a fan you wear around your neck. The material is so soft and comfortable (just like the light speaker I mention above) and is not heavy at all.

It has 5 blades in each fan head to produce maximum airflow with minimal noise. It is flexible so that you can adjust to your height and wind direction. Choose from 3 speeds and your fingers are safe from the blades. Also, there are 10 color choices. You can stay cool and keep your hands free!

Spice of Life has many useful gadgets like these that make great gifts and also help make your summer more enjoyable. Visit Spice of Life online and on Amazon.

Chita Beauty has something for every hair type

May 2, 2022May 11, 2022 Erin Sluka

Even if we cannot afford salon quality products for healthier hair, we still deserve them all. Chita Beauty has affordable, quality products for all hair types. Suzi, the owner, is a hairstylist and makeup artist. She creates hair products that are cruelty-free, with vegan and gluten-free options. This has always been important to me when I choose products that have better ingredients, but they are all pricey.

It all started with the hairspray and grew into her CC Therapy line and her sprays and purple shampoos made with the highest quality of Grape Seed Extract. One of my favorite products is the C3 DEEP TREATMENT HAIR MASK. The cocoa butter and keratin repairs and fortifies hair strands while eliminating frizz, promoting shine, and providing a smooth finish. I use it weekly for a deep conditioning.

Chita Beauty offers free shipping after $50 and with products ranging from $11-$35, you can stock up on nourishing hair products with the best ingredients. Visit Chi t a Beauty to learn more.

Natural Foods

Lentil Crunchers are the perfect lentil snack loaded with protein and fiber

May 2, 2022May 1, 2022 Erin Sluka

Straight from a generational farm in Montana are these protein and fiber snacks that are surprisingly addicting right out of the bag. These lentils are farm-grown, seasoned and packaged to snack on or add to salads and recipes. Lentil Crunchers are vegan and gluten-free (the facility processes wheat products, but the ingredients are GF).

Little Crunchers have around 8 servings a bag and each serving is 100 calories. You get 0g of added sugars and 7 grams of protein with 14g of net carbs. A great healthy snack!

Even my teen has been seen opening these a lentil snack bag and pouring some into his hand to much on. The flavors and crunch make them an addicting snack. The come in a few flavors – Signature Salty, Dill Pickle, Sweet Hickory and Chipotle Ranch. Farver Farms also produces Lentil meal and baking mixes to ship. If you need more grains and healthier snacks in your diet, visit the online shop at Farver Farms.

Infant Toddler Products

Tips for childproofing your home

April 22, 2022April 22, 2022 Erin Sluka

Making sure your home is completely safe for your children is no easy feat. As parents, we sometimes go to extreme lengths to make sure there’s nothing around that could possibly harm our little ones. While it’s impossible to remove every potential danger, there are lots of things you can do to prevent your children from coming to harm. If you’re looking for some new ideas to stop your children from causing unintentional havoc, this blog has got you covered.

Keep your glasses safe

If you or your children wear glasses, you’ll know just how easily they can become broken. Whether your children have stepped on them, thrown them into their toy box, or run around outside wearing them, it’s all too easy for lenses to become smashed and arms to be bent out of shape. One solution to the problem is ordering prescription safety glasses, which are designed to withstand rough treatment and harsh environments. Another is to make sure your glasses are always out of reach or stored safely in a protective case. As your children get older, make sure they understand how to take care of glasses to avoid breaking them.

Check for sharp edges

It can be hard to find sharp edges when walking around the house normally, so it’s important to get into your child’s mindset. Crouch or crawl around your rooms to see if you can find any pieces of wood or metal that are sticking out. Don’t forget, your children will probably be running up and down and not looking where they’re going. If there are any areas where your children often trip over and fall, try to put some extra cushioning in place or get rid of bumps in the carpet that are causing them problems.

Locks

Some cabinets contain items that children shouldn’t get their hands on. Whether it’s cleaning chemicals, medicines, or kitchen knives, storing them out of the way won’t be enough to stop busy little fingers from finding them. Putting locks on the cupboards that contain anything harmful to your child’s health will keep them much safer and will also offer you complete peace of mind. Just make sure you don’t misplace the key!

Cover sockets

Children often stick their fingers or other objects into wall sockets, which can lead to disastrous consequences, especially if these objects are metal. If your child uses scissors, they might be curious as to what happens when they put one end in a wall socket. While this might seem an unlikely thought process for an adult, children are curious and often don’t know any better. You can buy socket covers and protectors from hardware shops, which will act as a deterrent to adventurous children. If your kids are old enough, make sure you educate them about the dangers of electricity to prevent accidents.

It’s natural to be anxious as a parent, but your children are safer than you think. Try not to stress too much and take sensible precautions where needed for childproofing your home.