Latest news with #kids
National Post
a day ago
- Health
- National Post
Best sunscreen for kids, according to a dermatologist
Article content A: My preference is to do: 1) Lotion for the first application when you're still inside the house, and especially for on the face, 2) Stick for re-application/touch ups or if they are doing it themselves and 3) Spray for body, arms and legs especially when they are having too much fun outside and running away from you. That being said, when it comes to kids, I would suggest choosing whatever formulation they will let you apply to them. Article content A: I love the Aveeno Baby Sensitive Skin Sunscreen SPF 50 and the Aveeno Baby Sensitive Skin Face Mineral sunscreen stick for reapplication. Article content Best sunscreen for kids Article content Article content Article content Formulated with 100 per cent natural-sourced sunscreen ingredients, this lotion will help nourish the skin and lock in moisture, all while providing protection from UVA and UVB rays. It is sweat and water-resistant for 80 minutes, fragrance-free and tear-free, making it gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin. Article content Article content Equipped with all the same great benefits as the lotion, this stick version glides on easily and mess-free, making it great for reapplication. It is also clear, leaving no residue or chalky marks on the skin. Article content Article content Article content A newly launched spray from the number one pediatrician-recommended SPF brand. If that is not enough, it protects the skin from 98 per cent of UVB rays with 80 minutes of water resistance and is fragrance-free and vegan. Article content Article content Article content This convenient roll-on sunscreen is pediatrician tested, mild, gentle, water resistant and provides both UVA and UVB protection. It features a leak-proof cap ensuring mess-free application and won't run into the eyes. Article content Article content Providing broad-spectrum SPF 60 against UVA and UVB rays, this water-resistant formula is safe for the most delicate skin. It has a lightweight texture, is fragrance-free and free of any harsh chemicals. Article content Article content A compact stick that is easy to travel with and take along, protecting against UVA and UVB rays. Suitable for kids with sensitive skin, it is water resistant for 80 minutes, non-greasy and gentle. Article content
Geek Dad
a day ago
- Geek Dad
Cardboard Crafting with ChompSaw
If you've got crafty kids and you're looking for a fun activity for the summer, here's a nifty tool to consider: the ChompSaw! Originally funded through Kickstarter back in 2023, the ChompSaw is like a kid-safe table saw for cardboard. My kids were working on some cardboard projects recently so I looked it up again, and Chompshop was kind enough to send one for us to try out. What Is the ChompSaw? The ChompSaw is a cutting device designed for corrugated cardboard, but can also be used to cut felt, fabric, and many other soft materials less than 3mm thick. It retails for $249 and is available from the Chompshop website. It's kid-safe and recommended for ages 5 and up, though it's not just for kids! My 18-year-old has been having a lot of fun with it, too, and I've tried my hand at cutting out some shapes too. A close-up of the cutting tool. Photo: Jonathan H. Liu It's about 10″ square and 4″ tall, with a removable metal plate on the top that has some grid lines and other guide lines. There's a small plastic drawer in the front that catches the cutting scraps, and a compartment under the metal plate for storing the power adapter. You can make different sizes of holes with the hole puncher, though they don't have very clean edges. Photo: Jonathan H. Liu The ChompSaw also comes with a hole puncher that has graduated rings for punching different sized holes (also used if you need to cut a hole out of the center of a piece of cardboard), and a scoring tool that helps with folding cardboard. How Does the ChompSaw Work? In the center of the top, there's a small metal knob, which conceals a cutting device that works like a tiny hole puncher. As you push the cardboard under the knob, the puncher repeatedly stabs through the cardboard, cutting a line through it (and catching all the bits in the drawer below). The space under the knob is too small for even the smallest fingers to fit, and since there aren't any spinning parts, you don't have to worry about long hair getting caught and tangled around anything either (though it will just cut through hair if it gets under the knob). Cutting out a puppet piece with the ChompSaw. Photo: Jonathan H. Liu The ChompSaw has its own power adapter, and a large toggle switch on the side makes it easy to turn on and off. It does take a little bit of practice to get used to the ideal speed for feeding the cardboard through, but once you get the hang of it, it's quite effective and feels a bit like magic. I've done a good bit of cardboard crafting myself (remember these cardboard robots from 15 years ago?) and have always just used a craft knife in the past—it's still an effective way to cut straight, clean lines, but the ChompSaw definitely has the edge when it comes to making curves, and the fact that you can't cut yourself with it is a big bonus for kids. The ChompSaw does eat up a small amount of the cardboard because of the width of the cut, but the trade-off is worth it. Made this little cardboard head to try cutting out a very curvy path. Photo: Jonathan H. Liu What Can You Make With the ChompSaw? With some imagination, the sky's the limit! The Chompshop includes some designs to get you started: there's a Project Pattern Pack ($25) that includes patterns and additional materials for a spinning top, a mini skeeball ramp, and a snake dexterity game. There are also a couple of $5 digital patterns—Chompshop sent us the one for the hand puppet so we gave that one a try. Our cardboard puppet. Photo: Jonathan H. Liu There's also an Inventor's Workbook available (currently backordered) that explains the process of coming up with an idea and building prototypes, and then includes a lot of blank pages for working on your own designs. My teenager used it to design a little car, which he then cut out and assembled. My son's self-designed cardboard car. Photo: Jonathan H. Liu And if you're looking for something a bit more complex, there are plenty of designers and artists who have patterns for sale elsewhere as well. My kids bought some animal mask patterns from Zygote Brown Designs and made some rabbit and dragon masks, which turned out really nicely. (Though my wife thinks the rabbit masks are a bit creepy, particularly when worn by my nearly 6-foot-tall son.) My kids wearing masks made with patterns from Zygote Brown Designs. Photo: Jonathan H. Liu ChompSaw Accessories In addition to the base ChompSaw, there's also a table accessories set (available for $30). This includes a separate metal plate that has some cut-outs in it. One is for the fence—you attach it to the plate and adjust the width, and then you can easily cut uniform strips of cardboard from ¼' to 3 ½' wide. There's also an angle guide that allows you to set an angle (in 15° increments), allowing the Chomp Saw to function kind of like a mitre block. Finally, there's a circle guide to help you cut out circles. The main limitation on these is that since the entire ChompSaw surface isn't that big, there's a size limitation to how large a piece can be cut with the guides. The fence, circle cutting tool, and angle guide come in the table accessories set. Photo: Jonathan H. Liu Also, somewhere in the house we still have our old Makedo set as well—I had written about these way back in 2011 and they're still available now. They do have some hand-powered cardboard cutting/punching tools, but what could be really handy now is the connectors let you attach cardboard pieces together. We may have to dig around to find those! With school finally out for the summer, my kids have a bit more time on their hands and I hope they'll spend some of it making things instead of just playing on the Xbox. I know they've been pretty excited about the ChompSaw already, and I look forward to seeing what they make next! For more information about the ChompSaw, visit the official website! Liked it? Take a second to support GeekDad and GeekMom on Patreon!
The Sun
a day ago
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
Home Bargains is selling refreshing summer buy that's perfect for kids – and it's £17 cheaper than John Lewis version
AS the summer holidays loom, Home Bargains is selling a stellar seasonal buy for your kids to enjoy. The retailer is offering a home ice-lolly mould set that is going for a far better price than many competitors. 2 These moulds come in bright, summery colours to help create your own ice-lollies for all the family. The retailer's website says: "Transform your kitchen into a summer paradise with The Outdoor Living Collection Ice Lolly Mould. "Create delightful homemade ice lollies that are perfect for cooling down on hot days or treating yourself to a sweet, refreshing dessert. "Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, planning a poolside party, or simply looking for a fun activity with the kids, these ice lolly moulds are a must-have for your summer kitchen arsenal." What's more, the moulds are currently selling for just £1.29 with Home Bargains, making them far cheaper than many rival retailers. A similar product at John Lewis sells is listed for £18.90, although it sits reduced to £17.01 at time of writing. Like the Home Bargains version, the package contains ice-lolly moulds in different colours. Its website says: "You can use fruit juices or yogurt with different fruits and flavours like honey, and let your imagination conjure up new combinations." One online reviewer said: "We've used these loads already. "The kids love making their own lollies. "Seem really sturdy so far and easy to get the lollies out once frozen." It's not the only big summer buy available to consumers as warmer weather heads our way. A chimenea has been reduced at Dunelm as part of a summer sale on outdoor products. This affordable garden addition now has 30% off, with the price slashed from £75 to just £52.50. Dunelm shoppers are leaving their praise online, with one calling it "brilliant", adding that it's "effective and easy to assemble". Another happy shopper hailed it: "A garden must-have". While a third wrote: "Worth the money, easy to assemble and provides a good heat."
Washington Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Miss Manners: Child's party must include neighbor
Dear Miss Manners: My daughter is turning 9 soon, and we will be having a small party with four of her closest friends. We are hosting the party at the clubhouse facility in our condo complex. There is a fifth girl we know, 'Kiara,' who also lives in the complex, with whom my daughter sometimes plays. I consider her mom somewhat of a friend, though we do not spend time together without the kids. Our older sons are friends, as well.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Sun
Mum smothers kid's rusty scooter in 17p condiment to ‘bring it back to life' & people are shocked at the outcome
THE GLORIOUS sunshine means millions of kids will be enjoying the weather outdoors, whether that means heading to the beach or for a ride on their scooter or bicycle. If your little one's scooter is looking rusty and could do with some TLC, fear not - as one mum has come to rescue. 2 On average, a brand new scooter will see you for out anywhere from £30 to an eye-watering £140. But there's no need to head to the high street - as you can easily banish the stubborn rust with no faff. The secret remedy costs just pennies and it's most likely already in your kitchen - ketchup. The popular condiment has long been hailed as an affordable way to remove rust - and even Queen of Clean Lynsey Crombie loves the cheap hack. "Ketchup is an amazing cleaner for removing rust," she previously told Ideal Home. Simply add a small amount of ketchup to any areas of rust, leave it for a few minutes, and let it work its magic. And if you don't already have ketchup on hand for your burgers or bangers, you can pick up a bottle for just 73p from Sainsbury's. The acidic nature of ketchup helps to break down the rust by reacting with copper oxide, the primary component of rust. Intrigued to see whether the hack - which works out to be around 17p per use - actually delivers any results, mum Kelly Ann put it to test on her daughter's rusty scooter. ''I saw this hack a while ago somewhere on social media and I thought 'Do you know what, this scooter's gonna go in the bin, so let's see if I can rescue it','' Kelly said in the video. I was gutted when scrubbing didn't get my 'stained' blender clean, then remembered a £3.25 spray I had in the cupboard To give the scooter an epic makeover, the savvy mum covered the rusty areas in the condiment, before wrapping it in paper towel. While her plan was to let the ketchup work its magic for a day, it ended up being two days. ''Which I wouldn't recommend because it was quite difficult to pick the towels off,'' she advised. To make the process a little easier and speedier, Kelly also soaked the paper towels in some water - which ''worked quite well''. '' 'Can you just buy her a new scooter?' I can hear you all saying. ''We could've done that. But we live in such a throw-away society and I do believe that if you can fix something up, then you should.'' As Kelly removed the paper towels, she was amazed by how well the trick had worked - leaving the scooter looking practically brand new. ''Once I had given it a quick wipe, it looked great again,'' the thrifty mum exclaimed. The household items you're not cleaning often enough IF you want to ensure your home is squeaky clean, you'll need to listen up. Below are the household items you're forgetting to clean, and how to get them sparkling... Remote Controls: Wipe with a disinfectant cloth. Use a cotton bud for crevices. Light Switches: Wipe with a disinfectant wipe. Use a mild soap solution for tough stains. Door Handles: Clean with an antibacterial spray. Wipe down regularly. Underneath and Behind Appliances: Vacuum or sweep regularly. Mop with a suitable cleaner. Shower Curtains and Liners: Wash in the washing machine. Use a bleach solution for stubborn mildew. Kitchen Sponges and Dishcloths: Microwave damp sponges for one minute. Wash dishcloths in the washing machine. Computer Keyboards and Mice: Use compressed air to remove debris. Wipe with a disinfectant wipe. 'I'm genuinely impressed' The short clip, posted under the username @ kellyann7.9, has clearly left many open-mouthed, winning the mum more than 260k views in just one day. One admitted: ''I'm genuinely impressed. I didn't have hope for you I can't lie.'' Another chimed in: ''Tin foil and soapy hot water has been my trick works a dream.'' ''omg it looks like new,'' someone else couldn't believe the jaw-dropping results. ''omg I'll definitely give it a go,'' a fellow cleaning fan added. ''Its the vinegar in it if u just use white vinegar that works great,'' a viewer explained.
