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Archives for December 2007

Be careful to avoid nursemaid’s elbow

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Most dads enjoy being physical with their kids. Whether it’s rolling around on the floor or being swung through in the air, kids respond to physical play. However, young children are more susceptible to dislocating their elbows than older kids. The injury typically occurs when an adult is holding a child’s hand as they walk. If the child stumbles, the adult will yank the … [Read more...] about Be careful to avoid nursemaid’s elbow

We love the Banana Bunker

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Someone had to invent this because it was sorely needed. For a dad who packs a lunch every day wondering whether the good stuff will get eaten, finding variety is a big issue. And, it doesn't help that the school has banned peanut butter. I could never pack bananas because by the time the lunch box was tossed around the playground a few times, the banana was too mushy to be … [Read more...] about We love the Banana Bunker

Got it – gotta get it!

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This Oval Animal Storage and Seating Bag from Boon Inc. is a great invention. It’s a beanbag chair where the “beans” are actually all those random stuffed animals you’re tired of tripping over. The bag has 3 mesh zippered windows so kids can easily see in and grab the ones they need at the moment. So, don’t throw out all those stuffed animals in the middle of the night, … [Read more...] about Got it – gotta get it!

Last minute gifts – dads might enjoy this too.

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Uncle Milton Undersea Encounter Aquarium. List Price: $40.50, Your Price: $30.00 & You Save: $10.50 (26%). I’m not a big fish person…never touch them, never eat them, but this aquarium is pretty cool. It makes care and feeding easy, and the “viewing scope” helps kids look for details. If you’re thinking of a first pet, this might be an option. … [Read more...] about Last minute gifts – dads might enjoy this too.