New Mom's Guide to Must Haves for Baby

With our youngest having their first baby this Fall, we wanted to create that Must Have Guide for all new moms. Putting together a few great items and brands we know any new mom could use or just want because - "gosh that is so cute!" 

doTERRA -

The doTERRA baby Collection is a safe, natural, and effective way to cleanse and care for your baby. doTERRA baby Hair & Body Wash, Lotion, and Diaper Rash Cream are nontoxic. There are no parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol, artificial colors, petrolatum, mineral oil, or talc.

doTERRA Hair & Body Wash provides a clinically tested, tear-free formula, and doTERRA baby Diaper Rash Cream and doTERRA baby Lotion are clinically tested and approved for sensitive skin, meaning no tears or fears.

They take the ingredients in every product seriously! doTERRA Hair & Body Wash contains Vanilla Extract, Lavender, and Roman Chamomile essential oils. doTERRA baby Diaper Rash Cream and doTERRA baby Lotion has Muyao Shea Butter. The Diaper Rash Cream contains Lavender, Carrot Seed, and Tea Tree essential oils.

If you’re a new mom looking for safe, effective, and clean products for your little one, the doTERRA baby Collection is a perfect fit for you.

PopYum Bottles-

PopYum bottles are great for busy parents on the go! PopYum bottles store formula and water separately and can be prepared in advance. At the press of a button, the formula and water will mix together, letting you make fresh formula within seconds anywhere and anytime! PopYum bottles make night feedings or on-the-go feedings super convenient! PopYum bottles can also be used with breastmilk. 

Little Big Friends- Activity Mat with Arches - Ocean -

This Playmat with Arch-large is full of surprises to discover: features 10 playful multi-sensory activities to boost your baby’s development.
The multi sensory activity toys encourages early motor skills. Babies will be entertained with various textures, creatures, and engaging colors for developing their tactile and sensory skills.
Includes supportive Tummy Time pillow. 3 different ways to interact as the baby grows: overhead, tummy time and seated play.

Tranquil Turtle™ - Ocean-

Tranquil Turtle™ - Soothing white noise and projector nightlight

The cute Tranquil Turtle™ projects a moving ocean light effect onto the ceiling of the room, thanks to a unique and patented mechanism. You can also choose between a calming melody and the white noise of the waves to soothe your little ones to sleep. Tranquil Turtle™ will transform your child's room into a peaceful oasis. 

**Watch for more upcoming products...

Easter Chocolate Alternative- Cloud b Love Light Buddie - Billy Bunny

Looking for an Easter Chocolate Alternative?

Cloud b Love Light Buddie - Billy Bunny

The adorable Lovelight Billy Bunny helps lull little ones to sleep with soothing sounds, calming lights and a special recording function. Parents can record a personalized message or sing a favorite lullaby in their own voice, which the plush bunny can play back to comfort the baby at bedtime. The soft glow and gentle pulses of light from Billy Bunny's tummy provide a tranquil night light effect, while the shake-to-play motion sensor activates melodies that ease children into dreamland.

Retail: Toys R Us/Babies R Us, West Coast Kids, Indigo

MSRP: $64.99

Ages: 0+

Hoppy Easter little ones :)

BOXLUNCH CELEBRATES DREAMWORKS ANIMATION FILMS WITH AN EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION

Fandom-forward retailer BoxLunch is honoring DreamWorks Animation in their latest collaboration, available now and in stores. Inspired by Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon, and Shrek, this 25-piece collection captures the joy these endearing films brought to the silver screen.

Whether you’re visiting Po at the Valley of Peace, exploring the skies with Toothless, or kicking back in Shrek’s swamp, this assortment features t-shirts, woven tops, and pajamas, highlighting memorable moments across each franchise. 

The latest DreamWorks Animation collection from BoxLunch uniquely conveys  fandoms built over the years by these adventurous, comedic and heartfelt stories. Each of these items are must-haves and with every $10 spent across the retailer’s themed product offerings, BoxLunch provides a meal to a person in need through its philanthropic partnerships, including Feeding America. 

To keep up with the latest updates for the upcoming DreamWorks Animation Collection, visit Boxlunch.com. To stay up-to-date with the latest products and trends, follow the retailer on Facebook, Instagram, and X at @BoxLunchGifts.

                 Available Now

The DreamWorks Animation Collection is available in-store and at boxlun.ch/49g86eY  

BoxLunch is a specialty retailer offering a curated collection of licensed pop culture merchandise. With every $10 spent across the retailers’ themed product offering of apparel, accessories, home goods, gift and novelty, and collectibles BoxLunch will provide a meal to a person in need through its philanthropic partnerships. To join the movement and help in the fight against hunger visit BoxLunch in-store or online at www.boxlunch.com to learn more on how you can get involved in your local community. BoxLunch is headquartered in CA and currently operates over 221 stores throughout the US. For more information, please visit their e-commerce website and Facebook.com/boxlunchgifts or follow them on TikTok, Twitter and Instagram at @BoxLunchGifts.

*For every $10 spent, BoxLunch will donate at least one meal to Feeding America®. $1 helps provide at least 10 meals secured by Feeding America on behalf of local member food banks. BoxLunch guarantees a minimum of 10,000,000 meals (monetary equivalent of $1,000,000) to Feeding America and partner food banks from February 4, 2024 to February 1, 2025. Meal claim valid as of 2/4/24 and subject to change. 

2024 Harlem Globetrotters World Tour

Where, WHAT JUST HAPPENED?!? happens all the time! Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters global tour as they take the court with moments of extreme basketball innovation and unparalleled fan FUN! See the Globetrotter stars LIVE as they DRIBBLE, SPIN, SLAM, and DUNK their way past their relentless rivals, the Washington Generals! You'll be amazed by new levels of mind-blowing trick shots, expert ball-handling skills, and BIG LAUGHS with unrivaled opportunities for pre-game, post-game and in-game fan engagement! 

A HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS GAME OFFERS SLAM-DUNK FAN ENGAGEMENT! Hammer, TNT, Bulldog, Cheese, Torch, Hot Shot, Jet, Wham, Thunder – just to name a few – are as committed to running circles around the Washington Generals ON THE COURT as they are to getting HYPED IN THE STANDS WITH YOU, THE FANS - before, during, and after the game!! EVERY FAN is a part of the fun! YOU might even find yourself on the court to compete at the all-new, fan-filled Halftime Skills Showcase! Amp up your game with a Harlem Globetrotter Premium Fan Experience that gives you exclusive access to Globetrotter players - like the pre-game Magic Pass or the warm-up Celebrity Court Pass available in limited quantities. For the ULTIMATE Globetrotter fan experience, check out the VIP Bench Premium Ticket which gives you a seat on the player bench during the game with the Harlem Globetrotters or the Washington Generals! No other live event experience gives you player interaction like this!

INCREDIBLE BASKETBALL SKILLS & ATHLETICISM Every game is filled with WOW, DID YOU SEE THAT?! moments from these basketball superstars. Keep your phones ready as you witness the heat of the Magic Circle® epic ball-handling and high-speed dribbling, the sinking of the HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 4 POINTS® SHOTS on 4 POINTS SHOTS, and unbelievable full-court, half-court, and beyond-the-court shots! Did someone say SLAM DUNKS? It wouldn’t be a show-stopper without the intense Slam-Dunk contest between the Globetrotters and Generals. You simply can’t miss all the jaw-dropping trick shots and extraordinary new skills from these living legends and the original innovators of basketball. 

THE WASHINGTON GENERALS ARE A UNITED UNDERDOG & READY TO COMPETE The Washington Generals have united with a new optimism - dreaming the impossible dream - as they strive for their first win since 1971. With an all-new mindset, this revitalized Generals team will do whatever it takes to win, but can they beat the world’s winningest team with a determined attempt to outscore the Harlem Globetrotters? 

The Washington Generals have been training harder than ever and will stop at nothing to WIN in this high-stakes battle of basketball! MAYBE TODAY will be the day the Generals take home a WIN! 5TH QUARTER – ALL ACCESS – GLOBETROTTER MEET & GREET After the game, EVERY FAN is invited down to the court for an autograph from your favorite Harlem Globetrotter stars! THAT MEANS YOU! 5th Quarter access is granted for ALL Globetrotter ticket holders for 30 minutes. This is a totally unique experience not to be missed! IT’S NOT JUST BASKETBALL, IT’S THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS!

For nearly a century, the Globetrotters have brought fun and joy to generations of families, and fans return year-after-year to pass their excitement on to the next generation! A Harlem Globetrotters game is a unique, ultimate family-fun experience with something for EVERYONE! Not only do you get great basketball, you get: ● Globie and Big G, the Globetrotter mascot and his big brother, in the house serving up a double portion of LAUGHS! ● A whole vibe – bringing all the post-worthy photos and video moments you can’t miss! ● A Globetrotter DJ, spinning the hottest beats to keep the energy up and the audience on their feet! The Globetrotters are the world’s basketball team – touring over 400+ cities in 25+ countries. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the Harlem Globetrotters 2024 World Tour! Check out the 2024 World Tour dates .

Get Set for March Break with these Top Toys!

With March break right around the corner, these brands want to ensure that kids are entertained, and not at the expense of their parents' sanity. Whether you’re spending time at home, or adventuring to a new place, having a few toys around to occupy the kids is a great way to ensure those endless hours of free time are spent being productive. 

Thomas & Friends: Paint Delivery Set

Preschool kids can send their good pal Thomas racing through Wayland Station to pick up and deliver paint with this Thomas & Friends™ motorized train and track set from Fisher-Price®. Flip the switch on top of the engine to send Thomas racing along the track. But watch out! As Thomas pulls the Troublesome Truck™ over the bridge, the paint cans will wobble and dump out of the truck bed.

Retail: Amazon, Toys R Us, Walmart

MSRP: $34.99

Ages: 3+

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Half Pipe RC Play and perform like a real skater with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Half Pipe RC. It’s a full-function 2.4 GHz remote-controlled vehicle built to skate smoothly and imitate realistic skateboarding moves. Designed with a movie-inspired style and your favourite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles riding the skateboard, the unique skateboard shaped controller makes it easy to gain speed, shift, and shred on any surface! Collect all 4 characters! Ages: 3+  Retail: Walmart Canada MSRP: $34.97

Playmobil Color: Dressing Room In collaboration with CRAYOLA, Playmobil Color is making a comeback with various playsets that can be individually designed and washed off again. This way, children can paint their favourite figures over and over again. With the Dressing Room, children can become designers themselves and create their own collection. Detailed accessories such as interchangeable wigs, various dresses, skirts and a make-up corner complete the set. Playmobil and key retailers MSRP: $39.99 Ages: 5+
	Cat® Micro RC Even the toughest of construction sites are no match for the Cat Micro RC! Arrive to the construction site in this full-function remote-controlled vehicle. Designed with articulated parts so you’re in control of the action! Use the hard hat shaped controller to seamlessly navigate from one construction site to the next. Hard hat controller also charges the vehicle, so you can get started in no time! Available in excavator and dump truck vehicle models.  Walmart Canada, Toys R Us Canada MSRP: Walmart ($19.97), Toys R Us ($26.99) Ages: 5+
	Gazillion Double Bubble Blaster Get ready for double the bubble fun with the all new Gazillion Bubbles Double Bubble Blaster! With a 2-in-1 design, you can easily switch between a handheld blaster and a freestanding bubble machine! To use as a blaster, simply screw in the bottled solution, pull the trigger, and enjoy a continuous stream of bubbles! To use as a machine, simply push the handle inward, open the kick stand, and press the button on the side of the blaster for bubble-filled fun! The Double Bubble Blaster includes 2 4oz bottles of Gazillion Bubbles solution and features built-in LED lights, so you can transform playtime into a captivating bubble light show! Walmart Canada, Toys R Us Canada Walmart ($24.98), Toys R Us ($27.99) Ages: 3+
CloudBox A unique storyteller and projection nightlight for babies and children. The CloudBox’s portable and user-friendly design ensures that the soothing experience can be taken anywhere, making it an essential addition to any parent's arsenal. Along with different universes to explore – ocean, forest, space and village – the Cloud Box is equipped with a recording function that encourages parents and their children to create their own bedtime stories. West Coast Kids, Babies R Us/Toys R Us, Clement, Indigo-Chapters $99.99 Ages: 0-8
	Tranquil Turtle The cute Tranquil Turtle™ projects a moving ocean light effect onto the ceiling of the room, thanks to a unique and patented mechanism. You can also choose between a calming melody and the white noise of the waves to soothe your little ones to sleep. Tranquil Turtle™ will transform your child's room into a peaceful oasis.  West Coast Kids, Clement, Babies R US/Toys R Us, Indigo-Chapters $74.99 Ages: 0+
	Mattel Games: Pictionary In Pictionary™, the quick-draw family game, count on big laughs as players find out who's an artist and who really isn't! In this game, the guesses can be just as hilarious as the sketches. Players use markers to draw their best rendition of the clue on the card, with a one-minute deadline. Is it an animal? A person? An action? What is that drawing? If team members just aren't getting it, the sketcher can try a different direction. Players take turns drawing, so everyone gets to channel their inner artist! And the laughs just keep coming! Amazon, Walmart, Toys R Us $33.99 Ages: 8+
	MGA’S Miniverse Make It Mini Appliances Mini Collectibles MGA's Miniverse Make It Mini Appliances brings new ways to Make It Mini! All New Mini Appliances that work! Use these appliances to help you make, set, and display your favorite Miniverse Make It Mini Food Beverages. Walmart, Amazon, Toys R Us $24.99 Ages: 8+

L.O.L. Surprise! Water Balloon Surprise Tots Introducing LOL Surprise Water Balloon Surprise dolls! Discover LOL’s newest innovation, Tots with real water balloons for hair! These Tots have so many surprises and 4 fun ways to play! There are 9 fan-favourite characters to collect, like Unicorn, Fresh, Sugar, and more, with unique balloon hairstyles to reveal! Each Tot comes with two different styles of balloons (classic and squishy), fabulous fashions, and accessories to unbox!  Walmart, Amazon, Toys R Us $16.99 Ages: 4+

Happy Valentine's Day Everyone!

Wishing everyone a wonderful day today- sharing days or nights with loved ones- enjoying being pampered with flowers, gifts, Valentine's lunches or suppers. And don't forget those Valentine's Day sales tomorrow!