Teva Toddler Toachi Sandal
www.teva.com Specs per manufacturer:The amphibious Kid’s Toachi Teva sandal is ready for action and packed full of performance features even for the youngest Teva adventurer. Findings: Teva is always a brand you can trust. They are well built and last from one kid to the next without a hitch. I know, I have some that […]
Crocs Toddler/Little Kid Cayman Classic Clog
Retail price: $25.95 www.crocs.com Specs per manufacturer:The Crocs™ Kids’ Classic, formerly called the Cayman, a clog shoe so comfortable your children won’t take them off. The Kids’ Classic features a molded croslite™ footbed for comfort, and ventilation holes that are perfect for their favorite Jibbitz™ brand charms. The Crocs™ Kids’ Classic clog offers fun and […]
Suse’s Kinder Rain Poncho
Retail price: $49.99 www.suseskinder.com Specs per manufacturer: Lightweight, packs small in the included nylon sack. It is waterproof coated nylon with heat sealed seams. Both front and back babywearing are possible. Unisex sizing fits over most soft constructed carriers and some framed backpacks. Dries fast. Findings: Okay, so I’m not a huge fan of ponchos, […]
All Terrain Kids Herbal Armor Insect Repellent (DEET-Free pump spray)
Retail Price: $4.99 for a 2 oz bottle www.allterrainco.com Specs per manufacturer:Kids love playing outdoors, but hate mosquito bites. Who doesn’t?! All Terrain Herbal Armor is a natural mosquito repellent for kids that works using all natural ingredients. 100% DEET-FREE; only natural ingredients used. Clinically proven to be 100% effective for over two hours, 95.8% […]
Motherlove Green Salve
Retail Price: $7.95 www.motherlove.com Specs per manufacturer: This versatile salve quickly and effectively takes the pain and itch out of insect bites, bee stings and poison ivy. It soothes and softens rashes, alleviates chapped, irritated skin, and even eases the discomforts of eczema. Heals wounds with minimal or no scarring. A must for every home! […]
Wrapsody Water Wrap
www.gypsymama.com Retail price: $56 Specs per manufacturer: Soft, silky, hypoallergenic fabric, hi-tech sports knit wicks moisture and sweat away from the skin, tapered ends and narrow body make this carrier lightweight and cool, manufacturer guarantees a UPF of 45 to help prevent sunburn/minimize sunscreen use, soft stretchy fabric feels great on the skin and perfect […]
Waboba Blast, Pro and Extreme Balls
Blast: $8.99 Pro: $9.99 Extreme: $8.99 www.waboba.com Findings: I first learned about these great balls in the Dallas airport on my way to Nicaragua. When I got home, I ordered them right away. We took the balls out for a test drive in California at both a local pool and Zuma beach. They were a […]
REI Mid-Weight Youth Jacket
www.rei.com Retail price: about $30 Findings: This is a great jacket for fall or cool summer days. It isn’t warm enough for a snowy winter. We like the details REI put into this jacket. Check out the slide show for more.
Eagle Creek ES Cargo Duffel, X-Large
www.eaglecreek.com Retail price: $95 Order here at Amazon! Specs per manufacturer: Storm flap protected, main compartment opens with beefy #10 two-way, lockable YKK® zippers Top external compression straps secure and stabilize the load Removable padded shoulder strap adjusts for a comfortable carry Hypalon® top carry handle and super durable three inch webbing straps for an easy […]
Mountain Hardwear Mountain Goat 20 Youth Sleeping Bag
www.mountainhardwear.com Retail price: $95 Order here at Amazon! Specs per manufacturer: Specifically designed for kids, this youth sized bag offers serious warmth and features for chilly nights. Contoured hood and face gasket seal in heat and Thermic MX™ insulation compresses for easy packing. Weight: 2 lbs. 4 oz. Max user height is 5′. Findings: At 2 […]


