Summertime Goodies!

Okay. So it's that time again. You're staring at your calendar, wondering what to do for fun party favors for whatever bash is coming up, and you get stumped. Why not try something different than the norm? Candy is always a fun idea, by now Ring Pop has come up with a new twist. The iconic wearable lollipop can now be personalized with messages on their wrappers, making them perfect for any occasion––whether you're throwing a birthday party or a bridal shower. Just visit the website at www.myringpop.com to learn more and choose the flavor, color, and wrapper design to make the perfect treat for your occasion.

How to keep the little ones busy...You've got a million things to do, so you're always looking for new ways to keep tiny hands and minds occupied, right? Check out the great new products from Hasbro, which include characters from Sesame Street and Transformers. 
The Sesame Street Smartphone (Playskool, ages 18 mos.- 4 years) rings and lights up when Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Ernie or Cookie Monster calls! Preschoolers can also call each character by pressing one of the buttons or select one of the four pretend apps to hear about music, weather, numbers, and letters. 

Lullaby and Goodnight Elmo (Playskool, ages 18 mos.- 4 years)...Even energetic Elmo needs to get some sleep sometimes! Little ones can snuggle up with Elmo, decked out in Dorothy pajamas, and listen to a sweet lullaby together as they drift to sleep. 

Transformers Rescue Bots Figures (Playskool. ages 3-7 years)...Each figure is armed with translucent spinning rescue tools, equipped with lights and sounds and character voices created just for your little adventurers. Choose from OPTIMUS PRIME and BUMBLEBEE characters.
Available at most major toy retailers nationwide and on www.HasbroToyShop.com. 


Packing up snacks or grab and go options for breakfasts? Summer is full of sleep-overs, car trips, plane rides, camps...you name it, it's on your list. And all of it requires preparation (or at least, looking like you're prepared!)...Wherever you're headed (even if it's just you, headed out the door to work, or to the gym, or...where are your keys again?), make things a little bit easier by having some of these on hand. These tasty options will keep hunger and the brain fuzzies at bay. Check out Bear Naked’s new all-natural Fit Cereals, packing 30 grams of whole grain, 6 grams of fiber, and more than 6 grams of protein. The cereals also contain flax and pumpkin seeds, great ways to help fight off cold and flu viruses. Looking for something to pack in your purse or bag? Bear Naked's granola Morning Power Packs are a healthy and convenient breakfast (visit www.bearnaked.com). 


Or add a little bit of fruit to the day with Stretch Island Fruit Co.’s new Fruit Chews, a perfect healthy snack that deliver one full serving of real fruit, 100% natural with no added sugars or preservatives (visit www.stretchislandfruit.com).