Traveling with kids can get nerve wracking when you are trying to keep all your travel documents, passports, change and receipts in order. I’ve had a couple of incidents where I thought I lost the girls’ passports. We were waiting in line at the airport, I was scrambling to look through my huge tote and after 15 minutes (it felt like hours) I finally came across the darn books.
Over the last couple of trips I’ve been testing out Tribe’s Changi Wallet and it has become my new best friend. Tribe is a company founded by an Australian mom who designs luxurious leather diaper bags. They’ve become quite popular among the celebrities and elite thanks to their ruggedness and ‘non-diaper-bagish” looks and their wallet is just as chic.
The Changi is made with a gorgeous crocodile embossed leather that comes in four colors – Emerald, Khaki, Grass Green and Ruby. The exterior has a magnetic closure, rear zippered pocket and detachable wristlet. Inside there are various compartment dividers for Passports (fits 4-6 comfortably), Receipts, Tickets and Others. There is also a slip pocket for “Boarding Passes” and additional zippered pockest as well as 6 credit card slots.
When traveling, this is truly the only wallet you’ll need! It has become my new favorite thing and I couldn’t imagine traveling without it. It has saved my sanity and kept me organized better than any bag and as long as the kids rely on me for keeping their passports and documents in order, I’ll be using it!
For more information on Tribe, their products and to purchase, please visit tribebags.com.
*Tribe sent us a wallet for review, but as always all thoughts and opinions are mine alone.*
Another collaboration to announce! Julius the Monkey is coming to Babies”R”Us stores nationwide starting May 23rd! Paul Frank and Babies”R”Us announced that they will be launching an all-new Small Paul designs collection of apparel and accessories, available in sizes 0-5T.
The line also includes Small Paul-branded bags, backpacks, footwear and hosiery, as well as adorable Julius plush, perfect for little ones. The collaboration offers colorful and fun pieces that remain true to the Paul Frank brand, while integrating a whimsical twist for the younger audience.
What do you think of the new line? I can tell you that I, for one will be first in line at my local Babies”R”Us to check out the line for my son!
I don’t know about your children, but it seems that mine are often pushing their pricey toys aside and taking matters into their own hands. Lately they have been creating “paper toys”, which are basically superheros which they color and ask me to cut out for them. They literally play with these for hours, and I am left wondering – Why do I spend any money on toys when they take so much pleasure in something so simple?
molly-meg is on to this idea, with their line of Mood Switch Stickers! Available in three different styles – girl, boy or animal – the stickers allow children to have a bit of fun with light switches in their room and create characters with a variety of features. Each package contains four sheets of vinyl stickers which you can peel right off and do not create a sticky mess.
The girl pack includes hair color variety from black to red, freckles, and different color eyes as well, while the boys have the option for moustaches. You can expect whiskers and the likes in the animal pack. One of each would make quite the variety of options!
molly-meg sells each set for £6.50 and you can stock up here. For those of us who do not have the same light switches (which I assume is anyone in North America), don’t let that stop you, you can use these covers anywhere, even on a wall!
Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have issued a voluntary recall involving certain Safety 1st rear-facing infant child restraints. According to their data, some consumers purchased an infant child restraint that did not include a base with the lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH).
The models affected are IC123 FSM Comfy Carry Infant Child Restraint and IC124 FSM OnBoard 35 Infant Child Restraint manufactured from May 1, 2011 through April 25, 2012.
The fix is quite simple if you are registered as DJG will be contacting all registered owners to provide them with information on how to obtain a free infant base with LATCH. If you have not registered your seat or would like to check on whether or not your infant child restraint is affected by the recall, visit www.djgusa.com and click on the safety notice button at the top right hand corner.
Until consumers receive their free base with LATCH they can continue to use their infant child restraint as described in the instruction manual. The affected infant child restraints should not be returned to where it was obtained. DJG encourages consumer to obtain the free base with LATCH by visiting their website, by calling 1-877-416-8111 Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM or sending an email to infantlatchrecall@djgusa.com.
Gwen Stefani just revealed her fourth set of her Harajuku Mini collection for Target after introducing her nautical-inspired and strawberry-printed collections that were brought out (and snatched up) earlier this year.
Gwen’s latest summer collection features Harajuku Mini’s first-ever swimwear designs as well as an entire line of summer accessories including sunglasses, beach bags and beach towels. For boys, the theme is very tribal and safari-inspired, whereas the girls is quite eclectic.
I’m in love with that black and white striped number. Too bad they wouldn’t make sizes past 6T…
Gwen’s latest collection is available now through Target and Target.com with prices ranging from $12 – $20.
I am a lover of all things retro and vintage. There is just something about the fashions from the past that call to me. Shabby Apple is a company that I’ve admired (and drooled over) for years now, but had never been able to take the plunge due to the simple fact that I was always pregnant when admiring their said dresses. [click to continue…]
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is the newest property opening at Walt Disney World in Orlando, with a grand opening date of May 31st, and we have full sneak peek look at the resort and what it has to offer. If you are familiar with Walt Disney World, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is located adjacent to Disney’s Pop Century Resort.
Opening May 31st, this ‘Value’ property is one of the more affordable options at Walt Disney World and offers some pretty impressive perks for larger families. We had a chance to take a look at their Finding Nemo Wing, the first of four phases to open this year. Driving up to the resort, you are welcomed by huge playful characters at the entrance.
After giving birth to her first child – a baby girl named Maxwell Drew – Jessica Simpson has announced yet another addition to her family – a maternity fashion line!
This Fall, Simpson will debut a full line of maternity apparel, through an exclusive licensing agreement between Camuto Group, the master licensee behind the Jessica Simpson® Collection, and Destination Maternity. The collection will offer a vintage 70′s feeling with patterns and textures that give off a cool, relaxed feel. The breezy everyday pieces are geared towards to modern mom-to-be who wants to stay fashionable and fabulous through her pregnancy and will include signature denim in a variety of washes and leggings, vintage print tops, flowing maxis and form-fitting jersey knit dresses.
Contemporary separates including jackets, blazers and chunky relaxed sweaters and essential knits round out the offering. The styles are designed to accentuate the baby bump, while maintaining the ultimate in stylish comfort and will hit store shelves this Fall with price points starting at $36.00
Tired of your little ones misplacing those small iTouch, iPod or other mp3 devices? You may want to look into purchasing something a little more toddler friendly. The Hörbert is made in Germany from non-toxic materials such as four different lumbers, anodized aluminum, stainless steel. The unit uses a memory card to store all of its contents and parents can easily transfer up to 9 different audio books or music with the accompanying software (Windows and Mac compatible).
Kids can select the different songs by pushing on one of the 9 colorful buttons on the front. Two extra buttons allow for audible fast forward and jumping back to the beginning. The unit is very lightweight and works with regular batteries. You can even have it engraved with the name of your child.
