Water, water everywhere but no bottle to drink it with. Sound familiar? Are you a busy mom who knows she needs to drink more water but has no idea how to wade through the onslaught of info about quality water bottles? Does someone you love need a new water bottle but you’ve no idea where … Read more
A wonderful way to bond with your child is to take them fishing. There’s nothing like the outdoors, fresh air and catching a first fish that makes a spring, summer or fall day complete. But before you hand them one of your old fishing rods from when you were a kid, it’s worth buying a … Read more
Remember when we were growing up and the friend with the bunk bed was the coolest kid on the block? Well, times have changed very little in that regard, and bunk beds are still highly sought after room additions. Not only are they fun for kids to have for sleepovers and imaginative play, but they’re … Read more
Winter’s here and we all know what that means: the kids will want to be outside playing in the snow constantly. And that’s exactly why we’ve put together a list of the best sleds for kids to keep them occupied when the weather is icy. When it comes to sleds, you’ll want something that can … Read more
Image source: pixabay.com Wakeboarding is usually a sport that gets associated with adult thrill seekers but families should know that wakeboarding can also be enjoyed by kids. However, in order for kids to enjoy this water sport in a safe way, they need to be equipped with the right gear. Apart from the mandatory life … Read more
If you’re on the hunt for a skateboard for your child, look no further. We’ve got the list for you. We’ve narrowed down the best of the best to our favorite 10, and we know that no matter which one you choose off the list, your kids will be cruising in no time. However, not all … Read more
This past month, my daughter, Keilie, and I got to spend some time together touring the campus of her number one college choice: BYU-Idaho. Just the two of us, for an entire week, learning all we could about all facets of college life– does it get any better than that? No, no it does not! … Read more
Body odor. It’s bound to happen. Right around the time kids enter puberty, you might start noticing that your dear darling smells a bit, which is to be expected and totally natural. It also means that it’s probably time to start using deodorant. But, your child is still a child after all, and you’re probably looking … Read more
Come in. Come in, readers of MomDot. Do you copy? Over. Walkie talkies have been used for decades by the military, police force, and even by kids just for fun. The capacity for imaginative walkie talkie play is endless, making them one of the best toy purchases for children. Most adults can recall the sheer … Read more
If your child is one of the many that have been sucked into the hoverboard craze, then you know just how eager children can be to obtain one. Hoverboards, despite the name, don’t actually hover in the air like the Marty McFly version (it’s a bummer, we know) – but they do animate in a … Read more
Beautiful blue skies and a nice breeze means the perfect day for a kite! For kids of all ages (and adults too!) kites are a ton of fun and come in so many shapes, sizes, colors, and even different creatures. The choices are endless. But just because a kite looks cool, doesn’t mean it flies … Read more
Whether you and your family plan to sail the seven seas, learn a new water sport, or just simply want to go swimming with some peace of mind, then a life jacket is a must, especially for kids. In most states, children under 13 are legally required to wear a life jacket on boats and … Read more
Summer is here, which means family time at the beach! We love the beach as much as you do, but the beach gets hot and the sun can be brutal. Having some sort of shelter from the hot sun, especially for little ones, is important. That’s why we rounded up a list of our favorite … Read more
The kids are hungry. Heck, you are hungry! And you need something to store your delicious picnic, lunch, or day-long snack-age for family day trips. A lunch cooler is like most typical lunch bags but upgraded. Lunch coolers are usually larger with even better cooling capabilities, and a good lunch cooler should hold the food you … Read more
What’s not to love about scooters? They are super fun, easy to learn how to ride, and many are even easy on the wallet too. Scooters are also a great way to get kids moving and active! But when it comes to looking for scooters for kids, you may become a bit overwhelmed. There are … Read more