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  • Over 15 Gift Ideas for Women You May Not Have Thought Of
    Are you looking for gift ideas for women in your life? Here is a round-up of some top gifts women of all ages will like whether they’re single, a mom, a wife, a daughter, etc.
  • Creative and Active Gifts for 4-Year-Olds for Any Occasion
    Are you looking for gift ideas for a 4-year-old and/or preschooler?! I’ve got some great ideas for you that my kids loved at that age!!
  • Educational and Fun Gifts for 3-Year-Olds for Any Occasion
    Are you looking for educational and fun gifts for 3-year-olds? Below I have some great gifts for 3-year-old boys and girls including puzzles, trains, and pop-up tents. These are all gifts my 3-year-olds have loved at one time or another, especially my twin boys who are currently 3-years-old.
  • Fun Toys for Babies Ages 0-12 Months for Learning and Play
    Are you looking for fun gift ideas for babies ages newborn to 12 months that will be fun to play with and help them learn? I’ve got some great toys for babies your little one is going to love!
  • How to Use Rakuten to Get Cash Back, It Really Works
    Remember Ebates? It’s now Rakuten and still offers cash back on purchases at 3,500 stores PLUS a sign up bonus of $30 back when you sign up for your FREE account through my link! We shop through Rakuten for every purchase online and get money back every quarter! Here’s how!
  • 20 Gift Ideas for Men He’s Sure to Love
    Are you looking for gift ideas for men in your life? Here are some ideas that any husband, dad, brother, uncle, or adult son would love!
  • 15+ Games and More Gift Ideas for 6-Year-Olds
    There are so many great games and more gift ideas for 6-year-olds that my twins love! Gifts for 6-year-olds can be hard to decide on now that older kids have clear interests and already have so many toys! Here are the gifts our 6-year-oldsasked for this year and was very excited to receive!
  • Little Passports Kids Activity Boxes: My Honest Review Plus a Discount!
    Are you looking for a fun way to help your twins learn and engage with something other than technology? Check out my Little Passports review of their educational activities boxes that can be purchased as stand-alone products or as monthly subscription boxes.
  • Best Diaper Backpack for Twins Plus Diaper Essentials
    Are you looking for the best diaper backpack for twins? Maybe even the best diapers, wipes, and other diaper changing needs for twins? I’ve got you covered! Here are my tips for changing diapers for twins and the best diaper backpack for twins!

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