Just keep swimming, just keep swimming

 Early birthday present for my favorite daughter!

Mermaid Tail Blanket – Completely Reversible

I love minky fabric. If you’ve never had the pleasure of feeling it in person, well, you are missing out. It is so incredibly soft and velvety and plush…even better, I know from experience that minky stays feeling nice after many washes, unlike some other synthetic fabrics that can get stiff and uncomfortable. This is high quality, thick minky. The seams are very durable and feel reinforced. I especially love that they made it reversible, because then it’s also twice as warm. It is big enough that my husband easily fit in it (he’s 5’10, 185 lbs)
The mermaid necklace is a sweet touch, and comes in a matching organza gift bag like the blanket itself. This is a wonderful gift for any mermaid or merman lover. Your child will love the luxurious feel of her reversible mermaid tail!
(updated after I gave it to my daughter-she is in love with the tail and necklace. She’s been playing a mermaid getting caught by fishermen with her brothers, so it also doubles as a costume!) <—if you want to see her reaction, find my review on this item for the video.

Peppa!

Peppa Pig Girls Summer Evening Party Dresses 5/6Y

 

I checked the sizing chart first and my daughter was still too big for this dress at 5.5 years old. It is too snug (not that she cares, it’s got Peppa on it.) I’d say it would fit a slim 4 year old on down. My daughter is very tall and very slim for her age, so it won’t fit any kids that are chubbier without sizing up. Other than that, it is well constructed, and the appliques are sewn on tightly. The dress itself is very cute and well made, just make sure you check sizing!

NatureWise Garcinia Cambogia Extract

This is a great pure form of just garcinia cambogia. It does work better when it is combined with other supplements to make it more bioavailable, but I’d just recommend taking twice their suggested amount. It just isn’t going to work by itself, or at such a low dosage. Garcinia is a pumpkin like fruit that was proven in an animal study to help rats lose weight and fat. It’s been a popular supplement for many years. I have tried several different ones, and I prefer ones with extras, but if you’re looking for pure garcinia, this is a great choice.
Taking garcinia cambogia regularly, as well as following a ketogenic diet and working out regularly, I have lost almost 15 lbs in 2 months, after not losing weight after 3 kids. It was the missing piece to my puzzle.

Premium Garcinia Cambogia Extract 1000mg

This company knows it’s supplements. Garcinia cambogia is so much more effective when taken with calcium, magnesium, and phosphorous salts. It makes it more bioavailable (basically means it works a heck of a lot better!) These are odorless, tasteless, and as easy to swallow as any pill. They have a great manufacturing process, and I know garcinia works-I have been taking various forms of it for over 2 months. Since getting stricter with my diet and exercise, I have lost 15 lbs in 2 months. It won’t work by itself, no supplement will. You must do the work, not expect a pill to be magic.

 

Activa Naturals Magnesium Citrate Supplement

I take a magnesium supplement because most people are deficient in this mineral. Being low on magnesium can cause tiredness, fatigue, sore muscles, and more. I am a mom of 3 and under constant stress. Magnesium citrate works GREAT for stress and anxiety. As long as I am regularly drinking this, I can definitely feel a difference in my body and mind. If I’m not regular with it, it doesn’t work as obviously. It tastes great and is easy to use. This is a drink/supplement everyone can benefit from, even children.

Stencils, hair bows

Mimtom Drawing Stencils for Kids – More Than 330 Shapes – 20 Piece Plastic Stencil Set in Case

There are a ridiculously varied amount of stencils in the box. The rainbow array is pretty dazzling. They are made of very thick, sturdy plastic that you can’t bend easily, unlike most other stencils. My only complaint is that they are a little difficult to use on the really detailed parts (like cat whiskers for example) The cut is way too small for a pen or pencil to enter so some of them aren’t as good as they could be. For the most part, though, they’re very easy to use and clean. I like that they come in a convenient carrying box as well that is pretty sturdy on it’s own. All in all, if you have a little artist in your house like I do, give these a try! I bet they’ll love them. (I’ll be leaving a review for the awesome glitter gel pens in the pictures soon!)

 

4.5″ Baby Girl Grosgrain ribbon bows

These are the cutest, fluffiest bows. My only complaint is that I’d rather have two of each color-make sure you read the description and see that there is only 1 of each color. The ribbon is very soft and thick, and each bow is perfectly folded. They are attached very securely to the alligator clips (don’t get this type if your child has a really sensitive head- they can dig in. They came in a very nice storage bag made of thick plastic with a sliding closure. My daughter and her little brother have had fun wearing them in lots of different combos.

 

Pinwheel hair bows

If you’re like my daughter and I and lose things ALL THE TIME, well, then you probably should also buy your bows in bulk. No two are the same color, but there are many that are similar so you can mix and match according to whatever cutesy outfit you’re wearing. They do have alligator clips that dig a little into your head unless you have a good layer of hair under it. The ribbons are securely attached to the clips. The ribbons are thick and soft.They are a good value for the money.