For Dad
Just For Runners
If you’re a runner, you’ll love RunnerCrate (www.runnercrate.com, Price: as low as $20 per month), a subscription box that comes packed with four to six healthy snacks and fitness-related gadgets or gear. Also included in the box are challenges to...
Change is Good
If you’re like me, the announcement of the new iPhone left me perplexed. “You mean I can’t charge my phone and listen with headphones at the same time?” But just like any new version of anything … we’ll all get...
Charge in Style
Worrying about getting your child to school on time to remembering to grab your phone charger on the way out… we all know those days where you’re running late, phone is dying, and you grab all your things and shove...
Bro’ Glow
Formulated especially for him, Mënaji Advanced Men’s Skincare (www.menaji.com) has an extensive line of products that are simple to use with visible results. Our favorites are the Deep Cleansing Masque ($26) and the Power Hydrator Aftershave ($34).
Breathe Easier
If you are an allergy sufferer like me, you’ll surely appreciate the Dyson Pure Cool (www.dyson.com, $499.99), which removes 99.95% of harmful airborne particles by trapping them in a high-efficiency HEPA filter. In other words, the gunk we breathe that...
In the Bag
I absolutely love Bumkins, an eco-conscious company that has a wide variety of products that are great for the environment while remaining hip, fashionable and relevant. Their line includes bibs, smocks, mealtime necessities, cloth diaper systems (they are easier to...
Adults can color, too!
Who said that coloring was only for kids? Coloring Mandalas coloring books by Quarto Books (www.quartoknows.com , $11.99) is the perfect combination of relaxation, fun, and creativity for those of all ages. Whether you are coloring with the kids or...
Stay Dry with Primal Pit Paste
Love the feeling of dry pits but hate using harsh chemicals? Then Primal Pit Paste ($8.95-$12.95) is the deodorant for you! Primal Pit Paste is made with natural and organic ingredients (instead of aluminum and parabens) such as organic coconut...
Enjoy the Outdoors
The Matador Pocket Blanket ($29.99) is an essential for families who love the outdoors. Aside from its compact design, the Matador is water and puncture resistant, and has weighted corners to prevent it from lifting off the ground. Take it on-the-go...
Tasty Pics
Not sure what to bring to the holiday potluck? Skip the lasagna and make a big impression with Lady Fortunes’ photo shortbread cookies ($2.60 for a 2.5” round cookie, minimum order of 24 cookies, www.LadyFortunes.com). They taste just as great...
Think Outside the Cube
Travel light during your holiday visits with the Polaroid CUBE HD action camera ($99.99, www.PolaroidCUBE.com). This cute, colorful and compact camera fits perfectly in any pocket, making it a snap to capture holiday memories.
Stick It
Forget the hammer and nails! WeMontage (3x2 collage, $59.99, www.WeMontage.com) is a removable, customized photo collage that adds a personal touch to any room! Available in many sizes, it adheres to textured and non-textured surfaces.
Photo Ready
Say goodbye to old-school photo albums and hello to Blurb (starting at $12.99, www.blurb.com). These DIY books are easy to make and a great way to show off your family photos.
Mint Condition
A couple months ago, I said goodbye to my car of 10+ years. Before I let her go, I wanted to make sure she was presentable for her new owners. It had been awhile since I had ridden in the...
Wallet Envy
Bison Made makes beautifully handcrafted leather accessories for men and brings them to a new level of sophistication. All products are designed, sourced and handcrafted in the USA and made from the highest quality leather. Their iPhone 6 wallet ($75)...
Go Team
Give the gift of nostalgia with Electronic Handheld Games: Football, Basketball and Baseball (The Bridge Direct, $14.99 each, www.thebridgedirect.com, Ages 8+). These childhood favorites have the same ‘70s retro appearance, but improved sound effects and two play modes for one...
Fired Up
Get tips and techniques from the pro himself in Guy of Fire, Grilling, Tailgating, Camping and More! (William Morrow, 2015, $29.49, www.guyfieri.com), featuring 130 of Guy Fieri’s favorite cookout recipes. The photos in the book alone are enough to inspire...
King of the Grill
Making ribs couldn’t be simpler with the Ribalizer Rib Cooker ($29.95, www.ribalizer.com). The process is fast, mess and hassle-free and the results are fall-off-the-bone good. Watch the 12-minute video on the website and you’re ready to go. Cooks up to...
All Natural: Skin Care for Dad
Keep it Natural Give dad the gift that keeps on giving! All natural, Branch to Nature's Signature Thyme Mens Shaving Collection (www.branchtonature.com) includes skin care products that make the perfect gift set for fathers who want to look and feel their best. Some...
Bottle Pop!
Pop open a fresh brew or soda with ease – and a laugh -- with BottlePops ($14.95, www.bottlepops.com), sports-themed bottle openers made of recycled plastic that say 15 to 25 sports phrases when you use them. Choose from baseball, football,...
Control Freak
Lost remote? No problem! With Pronto ($49.99, www.getpronto.com), your cell phone becomes a universal remote giving you control of all your entertainment devices (TVs, set-top boxes, DVDs and Blu-ray players). Pair with the free Peel Smart Remote app and get...
Wallet Envy
Bison Made makes beautifully handcrafted leather accessories for men and brings them to a new level of sophistication. All products are designed, sourced and handcrafted in the USA and made from the highest quality leather. Their iPhone 6 wallet (www.bisonmade.com,...
A Customizable Calendar
Add a splash of color to your office space with the Color Calendar Wall Decal by Paper Culture ($49.99, www.paperculture.com). Made from fabric, each individual decal square is removable, allowing you to get creative and reposition on walls as you please...
For Your Ups and Downs
Tired of sitting at your desk all day? The Varidesk ($275 - $350, www.varidesk.com) is the perfect solution for those looking for an alternative. It works as a riser that sits on top of your existing desk. Easily switch from...
Love Potions
Nourish and hydrate your body with EO Organic Body Serums: No 01 and No 02 (Small World Trading Co., www.eoproducts.com, $21.99 each). These anti-aging oils are 100% organic, non-GMO and made with essential oils that are naturally aroma therapeutic. Use No 01: Revitalizing...
For the Dancer in You
Dance in the New Year and shed a few pounds with GROOV3 ($16.99, www.groov3.com), a dance-fitness workout DVD accessible to all levels. GROOV3 also offers a 30-Day challenge that includes access to two more 30-minute videos that compliment the DVD...
Accidents Happen
KIDS 'N' PETS Instant All Purpose Stain & Odor Remover ($4.99 for 27 fl oz.) is a non-toxic, safe and guaranteed effective solution for tackling EVERY biodegradable stain and eliminating odors on contact. No other single product has the ability to...
Crafty Dad
Made By Dad: 67 Blueprints for Making Cool Stuff by Workman Publishing Co.(For the entire family, $18.95) combines the rough-edged, handmade ethos of a Boy Scout manual, a sly sense of humor, and a bottomless pit of imagination to deliver a unique...
For the Fitness Freak
The makers of P90X and Insantity bring a fun, energetic program led by trainer, Chalene Johnson, Turbo Fire by Beach Body (6 monthly payments of $19.95). This fast-paced 90-day workout comes with 14 classes on DVD, an instructional DVD, a...
Take it Up a Notch
If the winter mornings are too cold for you to endure, join Ariane Hundt’s Brooklyn Bridge Boot Camp ($25) in the comfort of your living room. She‘ll take you across the 1-mile bridge and back with cardio blasts that are...
Life is Good
Everything from this "feel good" apparel company is made of quality, 100% cotton and pre washed for softness. Life is Good makes t-shirts and accessories for the entire family featuring warm colors and inspirational messages. 10% of net proceeds help children...
S’more, Please
A wintertime favorite is packaged beautifully in this S'mores Kit by Whimsy & Spice ($18). Comes with marshmallows (your choice of cardamom or maple), homemade graham cracker shortbread cookies, Valhrona chocolate squares and mini skewers.
Geek Out
From the editor of Wired.com’s popular GeekDad blog, which receives over one million page views per month, comes the follow-up to the New York Times bestseller Geek Dad The Geek Dad’s Guide to Weekend Fun: Cool Hacks, Cutting-Edge Games, and More...
Get Packin’
Eliminate the morning rush and get make-ahead lunch box ideas in Katie Morford’s Best Lunch Box Ever: Ideas and Recipes for School Lunches Kids Will Love, ($24.95)
In the Loop
Manage day-to-day activities in one central location with Cozi (free), an app that makes sharing shopping and to-do lists, schedules and calendars a snap through any computer or mobile device.
Tidy Up Your Treasures
Save your child’s artwork digitally with the free app Artkive (Books start at $25),compatible with most iOS devices. Snap a photo of each masterpiece, note the artist’s name and date, and order a keepsake book at the end of the...
Curb Spending, Save Money
Shop without the guilt and save 40-80% on featured items for women and children at Steals.com. Four different sites – “baby,” “kid,” “scrap” (for scrapbookers) and “she” – feature two new deals each day, plus an archive of steals in case you...
Spend More Time With Family
Explore Los Angeles “kid style” with The Kid’s Guide to Los Angeles County, ($12.95, Ages 6 – 12). This pocked-sized travel guide encourages quality family time and reveals the best places to sight see, eat and shop. Filled with fun...