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Back To School Guide
Back-to-school gift Guide is the place to find great gift ideas for everyone! Back-to-school time is around the corner, and we are busy planning our schedules for the last few summer fun trips. But while we would love for Summer to last forever, we know all good things must come to an end, and back-to-school time will be here before we know it.
Growing up I can remember my parents telling me school would start after my Nana and Papa’s birthdays which was usually after August 28th, because their birthdays were August 26th and 28th. While we don’t get those long summer breaks now kids everywhere start seeing those dreaded school supplies on the shelves as early as July. Embrace Back to School time with your kiddos you only have this experience 12 times in their lives and trust me when I say it goes by in the blink of an eye.
Matter
Waste not, want not, was a saying my Nana used to tell us day in and day out. While I never quite understood as much then as I do now, I am channeling my inner Nana and trying to live a more green lifestyle. Each month, I implement something new to help us on this journey. Last month’s products are from Matter and switched to Matter’s Compostable sandwich bags, quart bags, and compostable cups.
This month the newest addition is going to be Matter’s Compostable plates and bowls. While we do NOT use paper products every single day of the week we do love keeping them on hand for those busy Back To School nights. But because they are compostable I have a little less guilt when it comes to making a big difference in helping the environment.
Switching to compostable single-use products is a great way to set and achieve our sustainable goals as a family. Some benefits include leaving our planet a little better for our grandkids and improving the environment overall. Matter’s single-use products are made from plants and natural fibers, so you’re using items made from nature that will return to nature.
Plus, we have a home compost bin, so my Matter products will be added to it and not thrown in the landfill. With all of Matter’s great products, you can take advantage of single-use products and take care of our planet at the same time.
LâMO
A new school year means new shoes for the whole family, or at least it always did when Liz was in school. As a mom, I know that we are often the last ones to get a new pair of shoes, so I accepted a pair of gray Skippers from Lamo. All of their shoes are designed simply, are easy to put on and comfortable to wear all year long
The Skipper features textiles in the upper to elevate your everyday casual look. The new OrthoLite® insole ensures all-day comfort and long-term cushioning, making them perfect for all-day wear. Plus they don’t look like “old lady shoes”, which makes them a win in my book. These shoes give you comfort and style all while keeping your feet healthy.
I love that they are lighweight and more comfortable than I expected, making them the perfect addition to your wardrobe. They also come in three different shades allowing them to match several of outfits already in my closet. Shop Lamo today for all your shoe needs.
Bellabu Bear
Spoil the entire family with a new set of pajamas from Bellabu Bear for the upcoming school year. Experience the ultimate comfort and safety with Bellabu Bear’s bamboo clothing, perfect for the entire family! Say goodbye to harmful fabrics and hello to organically grown, chemical-free materials, all awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the National Eczema Association.
Their pajamas feature child-safe YKK zippers and Oeko-Tex Certification for worry-free wear. Each garment is a unique masterpiece, hand-drawn to create stunning prints. Although I opted for the Oasis Teal Bamboo Pajamas instead of their many prints, I’m still happy with my choice and they are the softest pajamas in my closet.
I love that they are soft, breathable & eco-friendly! Plus bamboo is better for the planet making it a double win for the entire family. When you slip into the Oasis Teal Bamboo Pajamas you know you are doing what is best for you, your body as well as the planet. Plus they get bonus points for making the tag easy to pull out to be tag free! Trust me when I say you will sleep better than ever before when you sleep in Bellabu Bear pajamas.
iLive Wireless Open Ear Earbuds
Earbuds…I have a love-hate relationship with them because finding a pair that fits and doesn’t hurt my ears has been a challenge, to say the least. My Airpods, which I had for over five years, finally bit the dust, and I hadn’t found the perfect solution after trying three different pairs. Plus, there were others that family and friends had that I could try for a short amount of time. Making the total count that I either borrowed, purchased, or tried over 10, that’s some serious cash when you think about it.
Each pair of Earbuds that I tried had different issues, including:
- Hurt my ears due to being too tight or too loose
- Weren’t comfortable to wear
- Fell out after a few minutes of gardening or yard work
- Too big for my ears
- Some were to quiet for outdoor use, and some were simply too loud to even keep on my ears.
One pair that was over $100 I thought was the clear winner…However, one of the pair was lost in the lawn to be run over by the lawnmower because I couldn’t find it in the grass. So when I had the opportunity to try iLive’s wireless open-ear earbuds, I was a little more than skeptical.
They arrived during a crazy busy week and literally sat on my desk begging for attention for almost a week before I could try them out. Much to my surprise, they worked in my ears and seemed to fit perfectly right out of the box. During the first wear, I listened to six songs (I was interrupted and had to stop wearing them). But because they are noise-cancelling I didn’t even hear my husband come home, so I was started when he tapped on my shoulder.
The iLive Wireless Open Ear Earbuds
- Have a sweatproof design and are flexible.
- Keep your ears comfortable for hours because of the secure ear hooks.
- The rechargeable case can charge your earbuds 1.5 times with a 6.5-hour battery life.
- Plus, they are computable with Sir and Google assistants, making them perfect for this iPhone gal.
- Did I mention that they were easy to pair?
Pick up your iLive Wireless Open Earbuds today, I promise you your ears will thank you, I know mine are!
DIY MARKY
Back-to-school time usually means lots of lost items, but with the help of DIY MARKY, you can shrink the lost-and-found pile. Mark your children’s clothes, school supplies, and even items that need to be taken to camp. The possibilities are endless with DIY Markey because it is the practical identification stamp labeling and personalizing everything in 2024.
Our daughter homeschools our two grandchildren, but they often do homeschool co-ops and other fun things with other kids. So even those homeschool kiddos have to have their items marked and MARKY makes it super easy to do it.
Each MARKY is equipped with an integrated ink pad that contains special stamping ink and allows up to 1000 impressions, and lasts on textiles as well as on all absorbent surfaces. With the help of the labels included in the set, it is even possible to personalize non-absorbent surfaces such as drinking bottles, lunch boxes, pens, pencil cases, and much more at any time. Plus, for less than $20 it will pay for itself in no time because you won’t have to buy replacement items all of the time.
Teach My Preschooler
About Teach My
Teach My is a Women Owned company all about helping parents spend quality time with their children through educational play. Started by Christy Cook when her son was a toddler, she realized the need for an all-inclusive educational kit that parents could work on with their children. These products teach babies, toddlers and preschoolers the basic skills, things like; the alphabet, colors, shapes, numbers, reading and even math! These products can be found in nationwide retailers including Walmart, Toys R Us, Target.com and online on Amazon. Shop Teach My today!
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