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Holiday Gifts: Fun with Friends

20 November 2019 | 12:41 am

Kids learn and grow through play. This holiday season, give the gift of imagination with these fun friends. Disney Junior Minnie Walk & Dance Unicorn Feature Plush Press Minnie’s hand to see Penelope dance. Attach Minnie’s hand to Penelope’s back and watch them walk together. $39.99, 3+, www.JustPlayProducts.com Blaire Doll 2019 Girl of the Year […]

Holiday Cooking: A Sweet Southern Treat

19 November 2019 | 11:59 pm

A Sweet Southern Treat Our favorite foods often make us think of “home,” especially near the holidays. Catarah Coleman and Shoneji Robison both grew up in Florida. After moving to L.A., Coleman founded Southern Girl Desserts, head-quartered in Baldwin Hills, and was soon joined by Coleman. The two brought their childhood with them. In their […]

Holiday Gifts: Imaginative Play

19 November 2019 | 10:38 pm

Give the gift of imagination with these award-winning toys. American Girl Bowling Alley Fully functional doll-sized alley, complete with lights, bowling sounds and score-keeping. $150.00, 8+, www.americangirl.com Topper Takes a Trip Pick one of the five destinations and pack the suitcase and then get up and go. $17.95, […]

Our Baby, Toddler & New Mom Gift Guide is Here

18 November 2019 | 5:59 pm

Bundle 2019 Cover

We are so excited for our 2019 NAPPA Award winners showcased in Bundle: Baby, Toddler & New Mom Gift Guide. We have the best products, all tested and evaluated. Flip the pages to find the perfect holiday gift including toys, accessories, books, strollers and other baby, toddler and new mom must-haves.

Streaming Fun & Learning

14 November 2019 | 3:12 pm

Whether you’re enjoying a quiet day at home during the winter holidays or taking a road trip, these award-winning sites can be a fun companion for fun and learning. Sir Dapp! App This game show improves manners by teaching kids, in a fun way, to be polite and respectful. Special holiday offer is $1.99 (from […]

Holiday Gifts: Best For On-the-Go

14 November 2019 | 5:39 am

We know you’re going to be out and about this holiday season and we have award-winning products for when you’re on-the-go. b.box Insulated Food Jar Keep food at the perfect temperature—warm for up to five hours or cold for up to seven hours. $24, www.bboxbaby.com EVLA’s Baby Food Freezer Trays & Reusable Food Pouches Set […]

Best Gifts for Outdoor Fun & Fitness

14 November 2019 | 4:09 am

Looking for a holiday gift that will bring fun and fitness together, check out these award-winners. Primo Foldable Lights New dual-color, wide deck design and extra-large, wide integrated brakes. $79.99, 3+, www.globber.com Crazy Bocce A new take on the classic game with erratic bounces and rolls. $19.99, www.funsparks.com Crazy Cart Shift Features a […]

Holiday Gifts: Creative Fun

12 November 2019 | 11:00 pm

Know someone who loves to make things? We have just the gift! Cool Maker KumiKreator 2‐in‐1 Maker Load the colorful spools into the machine, spin and create friendship bracelets and necklaces in minutes. $24.99, 8+, www.coolmaker.com Kinetic Sand Sandisfying Set Everything you need to create your own mesmerizing sand effects and make oddly satisfying videos. […]

Holiday Gifts: Smart Toys

12 November 2019 | 10:28 pm

If you’re looking for toys that also teach, check out our Fun & Learning selection of award-winning toys and games. Botzees An augmented reality robotics kit that combines construction, coding and creativity. Kit contains 130 uniquely shaped, easy-to-grip blocks, plus 30 interactive augmented reality puzzles. $99.99, 4+, www.pai.technology Moving Creations with K’nex Learn to apply […]

Best Gifts for New Moms & Babies

6 November 2019 | 12:50 am

Pivot Xplore All-Terrain Stroller Wagon Ultimate ride-sharing, accommodating 1 or 2 kids up to 5 years. Easily transforms from a stroller to a wagon. $349.99, 6 Months-5 years, www.evenflo.com CUDL by Nuna Features an integrated infant booster for newborns, which then easily unzips as your child grows. Have baby face out or switch to backpack […]

Stocking Stuffers & Collectibles

5 November 2019 | 11:07 pm

check out these hot holiday gift items — all NAPPA Award winners. Rainbocorns Sequin Surprise Series 2 Plush Features a unique gem heart and other surprises. $9.99, 3+, www.zuru.com Drop Dot Love Em’s Collectible and playful characters made with slow-rising foam perfect for maximum sensory play. $7.99, 6+, www.kess.co. Ryan’s World Super Surprise Safe Push […]

Holiday Gifts: Books to Read Together

5 November 2019 | 10:29 pm

As you begin your holiday shopping, don’t forget that books make a great gift. Here are some of our recent NAPPA Award winners. Ditty Bird Musical Board Books The perfect instrument for playful learning through music and sounds, featuring gentle touch contact points for inquisitive little fingers to activate your favorite “ditties” on each […]

Holiday Gifts: Make It A Family Game Night

5 November 2019 | 1:26 am

Ready for some fun and competition? Check out these award-winning games. Pencil Nose A hilarious game, where players have to use their sniffers to try and sketch the prompt. $24.95, 8+, www.fatbraintoycom.com Meltdown The ooey-gooey game of skill. Stack cubes on the putty goop that shifts and moves. $17.99, 7+, www.playmonster.com Marble Circuit It’s logic, […]

Holiday Gifts: Make Mom Happy

4 November 2019 | 8:08 pm

Don’t forget Mom this holiday season. Check out these unique gifts. 50 Hikes with Kids Series: California & Oregon/Washington Enjoy nature and make great family memories. Each book offers detailed maps, ratings and other useful information like available restrooms and nearby snack options. $19.99, www.amazon.com OttLite Wellness Series Glow Lamp Sleek lamp designed to mimic […]

Jingle Holiday Gift Guide is Here

1 November 2019 | 6:55 pm

Jingle 2019 Cover

All we want for Christmas is…joy, love, family and fun. Our annual Jingle Holiday Gift Guide is here to bring the fun your way. Page after page of award-winning products for moms and kids. We have toys that mix fun and learning, we have creative gifts, we have books, CDs, games, dolls, surprise collectibles, bikes, […]

Get Organized and Ready for Back-to-School

7 August 2019 | 12:18 am

Kids will be heading back to school soon and we have some terrific NAPPA Award winners that are perfect for getting everyone organized and ready for a new school year. Lucky Unicorn Lunch Box Rule the playground with these washable insulated kids lunch boxes. The Lucky Unicorn Lunch Box features smart design details such as […]

Share Summer Memories

6 August 2019 | 11:49 pm

Summer is filled with so many great memories — family vacations, beach days and fun with friends. Now you can easily and securely share all your favorite photos and videos with these NAPPA Award winners. FamilyAlbum FamilyAlbum allows you to simply and securely share family photos and videos with only the friends and family members […]

Best New Books for Babies & Toddlers

6 August 2019 | 11:36 pm

Silver Dolphin Books has two new series that are perfect for your little ones. Wild Bios and the Story of Rock and Rap are filled with colorful illustrations and witty writing that will delight parents along with their kids. The Wild Bios series introduce four iconic historical figures with a fun animal twist. Wild Bios: […]

Newest Baby Essentials

24 July 2019 | 4:48 am

Expecting a new baby? Check out our latest baby essential NAPPA Award winners. EVLA’s Complete Baby Feeding Set EVLA’s Complete Baby Feeding Set includes 2 easy clean & adjustable silicone bibs with a large pocket that actually stays open for those super messy eaters; a non-slip divider baby plate with attached silicone placemat for extra […]

Latest Parenting Books

24 July 2019 | 4:22 am

Our latest NAPPA Award winning books are full of great information and resources for parents. The Innovative Parent: Raising Connected, Happy, Successful Kids through Art As parents, we all seek to have a deep and authentic connection to our children. Deep inside we know that open communication, based on trust and understanding, is key to […]

Latest Must-haves for New Moms

10 July 2019 | 1:34 am

These NAPPA Award winners are great for new moms! JuJuBe Core Convertible Bundle Meet JuJuBe’s latest innovation—the stylish Core Convertible Bundle. This baby bag is a 4-in-1 configuration, quickly transforming from a grab handle carry, backpack, messenger bag and tote. Designed as an all-inclusive bundle that comes with a changing pad, stroller hooks and three […]

A Sneaky Take on Granville’s Mac and Cheese

2 July 2019 | 10:39 pm

Faced with a toddler who was a picky eater, Glenda Galvan-Garcia resorted to something that has worked for many parents: sneaking vegetables into his food by disguising them among the other ingredients. It worked for a while, until Isaac was about 3. Taking a bite of the macaroni and cheese into which Galvan-Garcia had mixed […]

Latest Children’s Music Winners

2 July 2019 | 9:33 pm

Summer is a great time for music and we have wonderful new NAPPA Award winners to share with you. Listen and Enjoy! This Is Our Time “This Is Our Time,” by Sir Dapp & The Paw Prints, embraces meaningful messages for kids about self-image, kindness and respect, and the power of words while providing toe-tapping, […]

Best for Water Play

2 July 2019 | 9:19 pm

Summer means outdoor fun and what’s better than water play! These NAPPA Award winners are perfect for hot summer days. Baby Spring Float Splash Station The Baby Spring Float Splash Station is a part of the SwimWays Swim Steps program, designed to provide a fun and secure first-time water experience for babies. It includes adorable […]

Latest Baby Gear – Perfect for Summer Travel

26 June 2019 | 8:52 pm

Traveling with a baby or toddler is a lot of fun and makes great memories, but there is just so much stuff to take with you. That’s why we’re super excited for these latest NAPPA Award winners. These baby gear essentials from UPPABaby are lightweight, easy to transport and stylish. Better start packing for a […]

Summer Fun & Learning

26 June 2019 | 8:29 pm

Kids are out of school, but that doesn’t mean the learning has to stop. Check out these latest NAPPA Award winners that keep the fun and learning going all summer long. ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy by Age of Learning, Inc. ABCmouse.com Early Learning Academy is the leading and most comprehensive online early learning resource for […]

Our Summer Fun Guide is Here

26 June 2019 | 7:53 pm

We have been very busy testing and evaluating lots and lots of products to bring you this special Summer Fun Guide filled with inspiration for outdoor fun, game nights, summer reading and learning and so much more! Check it out.

Best Outdoor Speakers for Summer Fun

26 June 2019 | 4:15 am

Summer is here and that means pool parties, barbecues, picnic at the park and beach days. To get the party started, we have these terrific portable speakers and NAPPA Award winners that are great for anytime, anywhere. Great for travel too. Dance party anyone? My Audio Pet Splash My Audio Pet Splash are adorable, portable […]

Best for the Baby Nursery

11 June 2019 | 11:41 pm

These NAPPA Award winners are wonderful additions to creating a cozy and whimsical nursery. Jenny Lind 3-in-1 Convertible Crib The timeless and vintage-inspired Jenny Lind Crib is one of DaVinci’s best-selling and award-winning cribs. It is GREENGUARD Gold certified and screened for 360 VOCs and over 10,000 chemicals. Signature heirloom style and solid wood spindle […]

Baby Favorites

11 June 2019 | 11:33 pm

These NAPPA Award winning products are great for your new baby! Lovevery Play Kits The Lovevery Play Kits are an innovative early childhood subscription learning program delivering staged-based developmental toys to your door. Each Kit offers parents a wonderful opportunity to introduce their little one to toys specifically designed for early childhood development. Through the […]

Meet: YULU’s Co-Founder Thijmen de Shipper

5 June 2019 | 7:10 pm

YULU is a winner of multiple NAPPA Awards and an up-and-coming family and kids entertainment company that burst onto the international toy scene less than 4 years ago. Since then, their success has been spectacular. In 2017, only a few years after attending University in The Netherlands, YULU partners Jochem van Rijn and Thijmen de […]

Latest Apps

3 June 2019 | 10:30 pm

We have new award-winning apps that bring fun and learning together! KidloLand Educational App KidloLand is a comprehensive learning program for kids. Discover 1000+ songs, nursery rhymes, games, stories, and activities focusing on early learning, English, Math, coding, arts and more. The app also helps develop skills such as logical thinking, fine motor skills and […]

Best Baby Developmental Toys

3 June 2019 | 10:29 pm

Watching babies discover and explore new sounds and textures is so rewarding. These NAPPA-Award winning toys are perfect for enhancing your babies development and they are super fun! Lights & Stripes Zebra Dance all day with the Lights & Stripes Zebra™. Upbeat music and playful sing-along songs encourage your baby to move and groove. This […]

Best Baby Essentials

3 June 2019 | 10:28 pm

Check out our latest NAPPA-Award winning baby products. They make great gifts too! MyTime Highchair Bring style and comfort to mealtime with Inglesina’s MyTime premium highchair. There are many things to love about this highchair — both the ergonomic backrest and the footrest can be reclined in 3 positions, ensuring the highest comfort […]

Fun New Friends

21 May 2019 | 5:50 pm

Meet our latest NAPPA Award-winning toys that will make great new friends for your kids. Rubber Ducks from Wild Republic These are not your mother’s rubber ducks! Wild Republic’s Rubber Ducks are free of any opening making them mold-free due to the unique hole-less design that does not allow moisture from collecting inside the duck. […]

Let’s Play: Fun New Games

21 May 2019 | 5:28 pm

Summer is a great time to connect with kids and playing games is one of the best ways to come together as a family to have fun and make memories. Check out our latest NAPPA Award-winning games. Honeycombs Game The object of Honeycombs is to connect your tiles together by matching their symbols. The more […]

Best New Family Tunes

21 May 2019 | 5:17 pm

Out latest NAPPA Award-winning albums are upbeat, fun and super family friendly. Take them along on your next road trip or put on a dance party in your backyard. Under the Big Umbrella by Brady Rymer and the Little Band that Could Three-time GRAMMY nominees Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could, have released […]

Latest Toys Perfect for Outdoor Play

21 May 2019 | 5:07 pm

Summer is almost here and we have some great new toys that will definitely bring the FUN! Check out our latest NAPPA Award winners. Free Wheelin’ Rider Sport Convertible Balance Bike Free Wheelin’ Rider Sport Convertible Balance Bike is a stylish and original pushbike that changes and grows along with your child. Start it off […]

A Day of Relaxation and Rejuvenation in Westlake Village

7 May 2019 | 5:14 am

We moms know to-do lists well. Keep going, keep doing. Take care of everyone and every project – that’s the mom life. But recently, I’ve been granting myself permission to embrace a different mindset: Treat yourself; no guilt allowed. Trust me: Your mind, body and especially your family will thank you for it. For my […]

All About Mom

7 May 2019 | 4:53 am

Mother’s Day is almost here and we have gathered some of our recent NAPPA Award winners that will make mom or a mom-to-be very happy! Kids N Such Diaper Backpack This high capacity diaper bag from Kids N Such is beautifully designed and has space and pockets for everything you need. The designers of […]

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

6 May 2019 | 10:17 pm

We were so thrilled to be with L.A. Parent chatting about Mother’s Day Gift Ideas. Check out our video segment featuring recent NAPPA Award-winning products perfect for mom! Products featured in this segment: TWELVElittle On-the-Go Backpack, Kids N Such Diaper Backpack, ErgoErgo, Frankie Cameron Bag, Stories for My Grandchild by Honey Good, Kindred Bravely Criss […]

Meet the Founders of KIC-Start

30 April 2019 | 5:07 pm

NAPPA Awards Q & A with Justin and Monique Honaman, creators of KIC-Start, 2019 NAPPA Award winner Justin and Monique Honaman are based in Atlanta, Georgia. They are parents of two kids, ages 18 and 20 and launched Contender Brands in 2016 “after talking about various ideas for about 7 years!” We are thrilled to […]

Baby Shower Gift Ideas

23 April 2019 | 6:21 pm

New baby coming? These NAPPA Award-winning products make the best gifts! TWELVElittle On-The-Go Backpack in Stripe Print Stylish and super practical! Designed with multitaskers in mind, the TWELVElittle On-The-Go Backpack in Stripe Print can be carried for any occasion — family outings, work functions and travels. The spacious main compartment has five pockets for maximum […]

Latest Games

23 April 2019 | 5:56 pm

We love family games and we have some great new ones for you. All recent NAPPA Award winners! Gather the family for some fun! Heads Talk Tails Walk Can you hop like a frog while clucking like a chicken? Have a blast trying with Heads Talk Tails Walk, delightfully silly card game. Players try to […]

Outdoor Fun Ideas

23 April 2019 | 5:43 pm

The weather is getting warmer and we want to get outside and play! These recent NAPPA Award winners will definitely get the fun started. Fold & Go Rally Racer Ready. Set. Go…with this fun toddler race car that’s parent-powered. The Fold & Go Rally Racerfeatures realistic race car style detailing and can easily be transported […]

Don’t Get Caught up in College ‘What If’s’

23 April 2019 | 4:49 pm

“What school is your child going to?” No other question (other than perhaps “Do you have a reliable babysitter?”) is uttered more frequently at playgroups and birthday parties. And none evokes more anxiety. Most parents are well aware of the pressures of school choices. This parental one-upsmanship starts in preschool and grows with the child. […]

Best Tunes

10 April 2019 | 7:41 pm

So excited to share our latest NAPPA-Award winning music CDs perfect for the whole family to enjoy together! Stripes with Platypus by Seanster and the Monsters Seanster and the Monsters’ second full-length album pushes deeper into the absurd, silly humor that has become their trademark, while exploring some of the more heart-felt matters that are […]

Books Filled with Creative Activities

10 April 2019 | 7:32 pm

We all want to do fun things with our kids, but sometimes coming up with the ideas is the hardest part. With these recent NAPPA Award-winners, you’ll have tons of inspiration for creative fun. 101 Kids Activities That Are the Ooey, Gooey-est Ever! From the bestselling authors of 101 Kids Activities, 101 Coolest Simple Science […]

Meet the Designer of the Frankie Cameron Bag

10 April 2019 | 6:44 pm

We love discovering new products that we absolutely love and want to share with all of you and our recent NAPPA-Award winning Frankie Cameron Braid Bag is just such a find — a gorgeous leather bag with removable liners that’s practical and beautiful. We had the honor to get to know the mom designer behind […]

Family Fun in D.C.

10 April 2019 | 5:38 pm

Washington, D.C. is well known for its monuments and lawmakers, but there’s much more to the area than its statues and politicians. Ask Washingtonians, and we’ll rattle off a list of our favorite bits of history, neighborhood restaurants, museums, theaters and parks. The Trust for Public Land’s 2018 ParkScore ranks Washington, D.C. third and nearby […]