We celebrate grandparents this month with these new products that help grandparents and parents care for children, making comfort and care a part of their daily lives, especially this fall when they spend hours in the stands watching football and soccer games.
Get ready for fall evenings at the ballpark with the Puffer Hug 418 Scarf ($68.88 for adults, pufferhug.com/products/418-scarf), a quilted scarf that transforms into a vest for extra warmth and an oversized fleece pocket (pocket!). The adult-sized scarf also comes with Puffer Hug’s signature heart keychain, a great reminder to you (or the recipient, if giving it as a gift) that they’re loved.
K’lani Hair Tie Bracelets ($19.99 a set, wearklani.com) are not only a must-have mom accessory to keep on your wrist, they double as fashionable jewelry: Wear one or the whole set and you’ll be ready for whatever life with kids throws at you, even when you don’t have time for hair care.
TheraICE Hot and Cold Therapy Headcap ($34.95, https://theraice.com/collections/theraice-rx) is a reusable hot and cold pack that fits right where you need it on headache days. The pack has a gel core that can be chilled in the freezer or heated in the microwave as needed. You can wrap it around your forehead or pull it over your eyes to soothe your headache. A weighted, comfortable sleep mask with cooling gel is also available ($29.95).
Pain is a part of life for grandparents and parents alike, whether it’s working out, lifting a child (or even carrying a stroller or car seat). The Jazz Band by DNA Vibe (dnavibe.com) is a wearable light therapy device designed to relieve neck, shoulder and back tension while recovering from sports, picking up a first grader who wants to be held, or even long periods of nursing. Made in the USA, it’s designed to reduce pain and stiffness and speed up and improve recovery. Choose from red light therapy, vibration and more in one flexible silicone device. DNA Vibe products are also certified for HSA and FSA reimbursement.
Active underwear from Woxer (prices vary; woxer.com) provides moisture-wicking comfort while you chase your kids, cheer on your favorite little athletes (or train yourself), or stand in endless car lines every afternoon. With soft, breathable fabrics and a line that’s sustainably and ethically produced, it’s time to upgrade your underwear. Comfort and practicality meet style in this underwear.
Nat Pat (starting at $19 a pack or available in bundles for great savings; natpat.com) offers “keep it in your bag all year” products that repel mosquitoes and ticks, and even reduce the itch of mosquito bites. The repellent stickers go on clothing, not on the skin, and are non-toxic and made with essential oils, making them safe and effective for kids of all ages. Check out Buzz Patch mosquito repellent stickers, Nat Pat tick repellent stickers, and even anti-itch stickers that tighten skin and reduce the itch without the use of chemicals.
Delta Children’s Full-Size Aria Folding Crib ($229.99, deltachildren.com/products/aria-full-size-portable-folding-crib) is a great multi-functional space for grandparents or other caregivers who need a place for baby to sleep. Aria is GREENGUARD Gold and JPMA certified and meets or exceeds government and ASTM safety standards. It uses a full-size crib mattress and adjusts as your baby grows.
Shapermint Essentials Embrace Maternity Collection (shapermint.com/collections/maternity-collection) is for moms and moms-to-be. This maternity essentials includes the popular Shapermint High Waist Shaping Leggings, as well as many of Shapermint’s popular shapewear support items, available in sizes S to 4XL for pregnancy and postpartum.
