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In retrospect, this makes way more sense, since balancing is the part that leads to falling and falling is what makes learning to ride a bike hard in the first place. And that’s why we love us a great balance bike. A few guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics: Make sure your child’s feet touch the ground when he or she is seated on the balance bike. And of course, helmets are a must. Because balance bikes have no pedals, kids can get their feet down before they ever fall; by the time they’re ready for pedals, they’ve already learned...

And first time dads need to feel special.That’s where gifts for new dads come in. Whatever you get him when his newborn arrives should spark joy, for sure, while also serving a practical purpose and making his life a little bit easier. And more fun. Here are some unique, memorable, and useful gifts for new dads that will help him navigate the early days of fatherhood while reminding him that he’s still cool. Best New Dad Gifts PAPERCLIP Changing Bag Why is this the best diaper bag and worth every penny? Because it was designed by two dads and has the most...

Kids are into cameras. So when considering items to spur your son or daughter’s outdoor creativity, a digital camera for kids should be your first thought. Why? Well, photography and video encourages your child to see the world differently while allowing him or her to create a kind of visual diary along the way. Without getting too poetic about it, photos are reminders of where we’ve been, people we’ve met, and stuff we’ve done. It makes experiences more visceral because you can relive them over and over again.  There are also innumerable secondary benefits to getting him or her behind...

So we get pretty giddy when we find some solid Lego deals. And we get especially excited when we see coveted Lego sets on sale. We’re talking Lego Star Wars sets, Lego Architecture sets, and Lego Marvel sets. Oh, let’s throw in some Frozen 2 sets and some Lego Jurassic World sets, too. Happy building. Lego Deals: Star Wars  LEGO Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Resistance Y-Wing Starfighter Set The Resistance Y-Wing Starfighter is yet another alphabetically named ship, and it's down from $70. Buy Now $55.99 It has spring-loaded and trigger-activated weapons, a Rise of Skywalker-specific color scheme,...

With fresh powder starting to cover the mountains, it’s time to upgrade your ski or snowboard equipment. The first piece of gear to get dialed-in? Your trusty helmet. Whether you’re new to skiing and snowboarding or you’re a hardened pro, a reliable helmet is always a must-have. Even if you’re confident on the slopes, other skiers and snowboarders can be a major hazard. Also, it’s a good idea to upgrade your helmet every couple years. Not only do helmets wear down and become less safe, but there are also some exciting advancements in helmet tech each year with new models...