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New products for travel, baby and screen-free fun
Summer fun can be had without screens – but in the lineup this month is a way to keep devices charged too. And baby isn't left out. A new freezer feeder tackles new taste introductions while also soothing those inflamed little gums.
($24.99+, ages 5 and older – Keep kids busy with a portable suction darts game that is entirely screen-free. Stick the target marker on a smooth surface and take turns throwing darts towards the marker to earn points. Adults will probably want to get in on this one too.
summer items can carry over through the school year ( Little ones can color with nontoxic beeswax crayons ($9.99) on 8.5x11 drawing pads ($8.99). Nontoxic Eco Dough ($6.99) is handmade in small batches, and wooden dough stampers ($19.99) let kids create 3D animal tracks. This North Carolina-based company has an impressive lineup of earth friendly, imaginative products that let kids get into hands-on creativity.
($79.99, Because sometimes you do need screens, you need a power bank to keep devices charged through summer travel and through summer storms. This 10,000mAh power bank has built in cables and a variety of ports for the many screens your family uses. Keep this one charged and have it on hand for any power outages in the months ahead and for those long car rides and flights before school starts.
($19.99+,
Analu Therapy Dough, also by Elseware Unplug, is a good fidget item and stress reliever for kids, teens and adults. It is also handmade in North Carolina and is all natural, plant-based and made with essential oils to create a sensory experience of touch and scent.
($8.95, both at help as baby is transitioning to solid foods and they can ease teething. The feeder is a silicone pouch that can be filled up with frozen breast milk and formula or with (baby safe) fruits and veggies for a safe introduction to new foods, and the tray is perfect for freezing those foods and milk so they are always ready to go.
This article originally appeared on Greenville News: What's Hot: 5 new products for your busy family
