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Great nursery finds: travel inspired Skittles sets

September 30, 2013 By admin

Globetrotting Mommy - Holiday gifts for babies

When I say Skittles do you think candies in a rainbow of colors or a bowling-type game????  They’re both right answers but today I’m talking about the old European lawn game which inspired ten-pin bowling, candlepin bowling in the US and five-pin bowling in Canada. I love the idea of incorporating toys into a nursery’s […]

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And the AllerMates contest winner is…

September 26, 2013 By admin

Globetrotting Mommy - AllerMates Contest

Thanks to everyone who entered the AllerMates contest.  The winner of the multi-alert wristband is Maureen Maher Barganski. Please email me your address and we’ll send it right out to you. Don’t be sad if you didn’t win, you can still get 20% off with the AllerMate discount code: GTM13.  I’ll be having some exciting […]

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Move over coffee table…hello pouf!

September 25, 2013 By admin

Globetrotting Mommy - Pink Moroccan Pouf

Did babyproofing your living room mean getting rid of your coffee table?  Mine did. If you’ve got a little one running around like a mad man, here are some fun travel-inspired poufs that can add extra seating and double as a table (just put a tray on top but don’t bring out the wine glasses […]

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The Map Necklace: A most unique gift idea for travel lovers

September 24, 2013 By admin

Globetrotting Mommy - Holiday gifts for women

You know how hard it is to find a present for that person who has everything? I love this unique gift idea for the impossible to please guy or girl! Introducing The Map Necklace from Three Jane… You choose the address (from anywhere in the world!) and Jewelry Designer Katie Schloss custom designs a necklace, […]

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Celebrate Talk Like a Pilot Day with 50% off from Mabel’s Labels

September 20, 2013 By admin

Globetrotting Mommy - Mabel's Labels Sale

You know how yesterday was Talk Like a Pirate Day?  Well today is Talk Like a Pilot Day at Mabel’s Labels!  On behalf of their flight crew, Mabel’s Labels is offering a 50% discount on their Plane Sticky Labels until midnight tonight! These are perfect for boys and girls who love all things aviation or […]

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Goodbye ponytail…hello to one of my new favorite hair accessories

September 19, 2013 By admin

Globetrotting Mommy - The WRAP UP

Do you spend so much time getting your kids dressed in the morning only to realize you have a whole four minutes left to get yourself out the door.  Pretty much every single day, right? I’ve got some good news for busy on-the-go moms!  We can now say goodbye to boring mommy ponytails and hello […]

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Got Kids with Allergies? You’ll need this giveaway before hitting the road.

September 18, 2013 By admin

Globetrotting Mommy - Kids with allergies must have

Children’s allergies are no joke. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics one out of every 12 children, or 11.8 million, has a food allergy and the CDC reports that one in 10 children have Asthma. If you’re traveling far away or just down the road for a playdate, make sure your kids with allergies or illnesses […]

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Plane Snacks: Decorate your own cookies

September 16, 2013 By admin

Globetrotting Mommy - Eleni's Color Me On the Go Cookie Tin

You know how kids can gobble up an entire bag of goldfish in about 30 seconds?  Here’s a great idea for plane snacks that will satisfy hunger pangs and keep kids occupied for a few minutes. Eleni’s Color Me! On the Go Cookie Gift Tin is a fun, mess-free activity that will satisfy your entire […]

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DIY Toys for home and away – Make a pretend city

September 12, 2013 By admin

Globetrotting Mommy - DIY Toys for travel

Do you do like to do crafty art projects with your babes?  Do you like to travel?  Here’s a win-win idea for DIY toys you can use at home or away. If your kiddo is obsessed with dramatic play time like mine, you will love this DIY pretend city idea I spotted on Kids Activities […]

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Back-to-School Shopping: Pretty in pink with a global twist

September 11, 2013 By admin

Globetrotting Mommy - Back to School Shopping - Masala Baby India Rose

Does your little girl insist on wearing a dress every day?  Does the dress need to be twirly?  Can it only be pink, red or cotton candy blue?  Yes, yes, and yes.  Welcome to my world!!! It’s back-to-school shopping time so I thought I’d round up some globally inspired girly girl dresses that will please […]

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