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San Diego’s Best-Kept Secret? Kyle’s Organics Nutrition Bars Might Just Be It
As someone who constantly scans the grocery aisles and local makers’ markets for genuinely clean, flavor-packed snacks, I have to say—I think I’ve found a new favorite. Founded right here in San Diego by homechef-turned-food-innovator Kyle Stoulil, Kyle’s Organics is a local brand that’s quietly disrupting the snack bar world, and honestly? These bars deserve the spotlight.
Kyle’s journey started with a simple question: What if quinoa could do more? And that curiosity has turned into a line of nutrition bars that are shaking up the old “energy bar” formula—with zero fillers, zero flour, and all flavor.
The Bars: Flavor Meets Function
I recently had the chance to try all three flavors of Kyle’s quinoa + cashew nut-butter bars, and I’m not exaggerating when I say they might be the best bars I’ve ever tasted. Each one is organic, plant-based, and made with real ingredients. No weird aftertastes, no overly sweet coating masking mystery protein blends—just delicious, satisfying bites that actually feel like food.
Here’s the lineup:
🥜 Peanut + Cacao Nib Treat
A chocolate-peanut combo that hits like your favorite candy bar—but with less sugar and more substance. The texture is off the charts thanks to the crispy quinoa, and the cacao nibs add this subtle richness that makes it feel indulgent without the crash.
🍒 Almond + Cherry Treat
This one caught me off guard in the best way. It’s sweet, salty, a bit tart—almost nostalgic if you grew up eating cherry-flavored granola bars, but so much more grown-up. It’s powered by real cashew butter and organic dried cherries, and it just works.
🥄 Cashew + Quinoa Treat
The most minimal and perhaps the most versatile. Smooth cashew butter and the perfect crunch from quinoa make this a great all-around bar. I keep one in my bag at all times now—just 220 clean calories, and 7g of added sugar. It feels like the right kind of fuel whether I’m at an art market or just chasing toddler errands.
A San Diego Original
There’s something especially rewarding about supporting a brand that’s not only local but also truly innovative. Kyle’s Organics isn’t just slapping a “natural” label on processed snacks. It’s a small company taking quinoa—something most people associate with salads or grain bowls—and reimagining it into crave-worthy snacks and even plant-based milk (yes, quinoa milk is coming soon—designed for coffee, no less!).
As someone who loves San Diego and supports minority and indie makers, I’m proud to say this is a local product I’ll keep recommending. Whether you’re an athlete, a busy mom, a snack minimalist, or someone just trying to eat smarter without sacrificing taste—these bars hit the mark.
You can grab them online at kylesorganics.com for $21.99 per box. Just be warned: once your kids try them, you’ll need to stock up.
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Lifesmart® Sleep Oasis Floating Pillow
We just tried the Lifesmart® Sleep Oasis Floating Pillow from SCS Make Life Easy and here is what we thought! Just unboxing this big pillow was an experience in itself. We had to create a strategy on how to fill this thing up. First my husband did the air side with the pump but then I wanted to do the water first. The pillow was really heavy! Sleeping on it was really cool and trying both sides give you a waterbed experience.
This is not your ordinary pillow. Blending water, air, and AI-inspired design, the Sleep Oasis delivers a fully customizable, spa-like sleep experience unlike anything else on the market.
Why It’s a Game-Changer:
- Cooling Pillow Technology – Adjust the water level for instant cooling and personalized firmness. The built-in air system lets users fine-tune the height for ultimate comfort.
- AI Cradle Curve Design – A gentle gradient cradles the head, neck, and shoulders, helping to reduce tension and support spinal alignment.
- AI-Enchanted Lullabies – Simply scan the built-in QR code to access calming white noise and lullabies for deeper, more restorative sleep.
- Durable & Hypoallergenic – The machine-washable, sweat-resistant pillowcase is hypoallergenic and ideal for sensitive skin.
- Gift-Worthy – This smart pillow makes an unforgettable wellness gift.
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ABC Kids Expo 2025
Las Vegas, NV (June 3, 2025) ABC Kids Expo, the organizers of North America’s premier juvenile products gathering, just wrapped their 2025 show in Las Vegas, where thousands of new products from strollers to car seats to clothing and furniture, were featured. The ABC Kids Expo team scoured the floor to find the top trends in the industry.
“We continue to see companies both big and small stepping up their level of innovation,” said Aaron Pederson, President, All Baby & Child, ABC Kids Expo. “New products are solving problems, helping to streamline the day to day and overall making parenting a little easier.”
Top trends coming out of the show included:
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Animal Prints are everywhere! From strollers to clothing to bottles to carriers, we’re seeing everything from leopard to zebra prints in a variety of colors.
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Tech is becoming a bigger part of this world and we’re seeing Connected Home products emerging across multiple categories. New bassinets with built in tech options, sound machines that turn on when they sense your baby is crying and monitors that interpret a baby’s cry are just a few of the ways to make parenting a little easier.
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Rust/desert colors are in, with a strong focus on deep reds, yellow, oranges and browns, as well as Western prints. From clothing to swaddles to pacifiers to strollers these colors were everywhere.
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Longevity is more important than ever. We’re seeing strollers that turn into trikes that turn into scooters. Car seats that go from infant seat to booster seat. Even bottles that turn into sippy cups and pouch holders. Products are no longer one and done, they’re built to last.
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Grandma chic is taking over the category. Checkered patterns on gliders, storage boxes for the playroom or long travel, even Liberty of London clothing patterns. It’s everything grandma loves made modern.
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Travel products continue to evolve. From fold up strollers that fit in the overhead bin of an airplane to luggage that kids can ride on to FAA approved chillers for breast milk, travel has never been easier.
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Licensed characters are here! Peanuts, Batman, World of Eric Carle, Disney, we’re seeing them all across multiple categories from wagons to strollers to clothing to feeding.
This year’s ABC Kids Expo tripled its footprint from last year and featured over 350 exhibitors at the sold-out Mandalay Bay Convention Center. The ABC Kids Expo is held yearly in Las Vegas, NV. The 2026 show will be held from May 13-15 at Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino. The show is only open to the trade. For additional information visit https://theabcshow.com/.
About All Baby & Child
ABC Kids Expo (All Baby & Child), founded in March 2003, is a non-profit organization dedicated to producing events on behalf of the juvenile products industry. The corporation’s main objective and purpose are to act as a business league that helps organize and manage trade shows to benefit juvenile product manufacturers, specialty store retailers, distributors, and manufacturers’ representatives.
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Outdoor Playhouses by 2MamaBees – The Ultimate Play Solution For Earth Day and Everyday!
A backyard playhouse is every child’s dream—a space where imagination thrives and energy finds a joyful outlet. 2MamaBees, founded by a pair of mompreneurs who truly understand what kids want, has designed the perfect playhouses and outdoor equipment for the spring and summer seasons. The brand has received numerous awards for its sustainable designs, a purposeful reason to highlight them for Earth Month in April!
Crafted with sustainability in mind, these beautifully designed, award-winning playhouses offer both durability and style, ensuring years of purposeful play. As warm weather arrives, families can create lasting memories with 2MamaBees’ must-have outdoor essentials, all made in the USA. Here’s a sample of two best-sellers:
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Londyn Swing Set ($2,250) – Unlock endless hours of sensory play and imaginative adventures, featuring a delightful nest swing, rock climbing wall, full kitchen, window box, and slide.
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Gourmet Play Kitchen Sets (From $1,070) – Choose from the Aviana Gourmet Kitchen and add a custom color if desired.
2MamaBees is on UpPromote, and products are now sold in over 110 retail stores, including Amazon, Sam’s Club, Target, Walmart, Wayfair, FAO Schwartz, Mathis Home (Ashley Furniture), and more.
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The Blessing Bear: The Sweetest, Most Meaningful Gift for Kids (and Their Grown-Ups!)
Looking for a gift that’s as heartfelt as it is huggable? Say hello to The Blessing Bear from The Graceful Goose—a snuggly, keepsake teddy bear with a big heart and an even bigger purpose. Perfect for baby showers, birthdays, graduations, Easter baskets, or just-because days, this heirloom-quality plushie is more than a toy—it’s a memory maker.
What Makes the Blessing Bear So Special?
At first glance, the Blessing Bear is an ultra-soft, irresistibly cute teddy (available in sweet shades like Cocoa, Biscuit, Toffee, and Snowy). But the real magic lies in its hidden pocket—a cozy little space tucked into the back of the bear where parents, grandparents, and loved ones can slip in handwritten notes, blessings, or loving messages.
Whether it’s a bedtime prayer, a word of encouragement, or a simple “I love you,” each note turns this bear into a cherished symbol of love and connection.
Each Blessing Bear includes:
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A cuddly 18-inch bear
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15–20 prayer squares for writing blessings
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A permanent ultra-fine tip fabric marker
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A keepsake booklet to help families get started
Thoughtful + Sustainable = A Win-Win
The Graceful Goose takes pride in thoughtful craftsmanship. The Toffee and Snowy bears are made from recycled plastic bottles—so while you’re nurturing your child’s heart, you’re also caring for the planet.
Perfect for Life’s Big Moments
From baby showers to first days of school, the Blessing Bear shines as a gift that grows with your child. It’s a hug they can carry with them and a gentle reminder they are surrounded by love, no matter where life takes them.
Planning a baby shower? The Blessing Bear Baby Shower Bundle makes the experience even more meaningful. With a sign for guests, extra blessing squares, and customization options, it turns your shower into a beautiful moment of community and connection.
Personalize Your Bear
Want to make it even more special? The Graceful Goose offers personalization options like:
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A sewn-on heart with initials or a name
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Embroidered names on the prayer squares
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A custom voice message for a truly one-of-a-kind surprise
A Mission of Love and Inclusion
Founded by Michelle Heinsimer, a mom of three with a heart for faith, connection, and kindness, The Graceful Goose is about more than gifts—it’s about creating a culture of emotional intelligence, spirituality, and unconditional love. As an LGBTQ+ affirming brand, their products are made for all families, and every Blessing Bear comes with a whole lot of heart.
In short?
If you’re looking to give a child something they’ll love now and cherish forever, The Blessing Bear is it. Soft, sweet, sustainable—and full of meaning. 💛🧸 Learn more or order yours at The Graceful Goose
Perfect for:
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Baby showers
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Birthdays
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Graduations
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Easter baskets
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Welcoming a new sibling
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Long-distance love from grandparents or deployed parents
Let love live on, one bear hug at a time.
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Give kids a boost with Reading Eggs!
With only 10 days of school left this year, I am recommending this fun workbooks I had the pleasure to review with Niko. Reading Eggs teaches fun, interactive phonemic awareness games to help children learn to read, used by schools, parents, and homeschoolers alike.The program is based on the five pillars of reading: phonics, phonemic awareness, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. It’s designed for ages 2 to 13, focusing on helping preschoolers ages 4 to 6 develop early literacy skills to create empowered learners as they begin school. Reading Eggs draws on research from multiple disciplines, including literacy, cognitive neuroscience, linguistics, and education experts.
It also provides optional workbooks designed to complement the online program (or perfect as a standalone) so children can take their learning offline. Fusioning of digital and print resources maximizes educational gains, fostering significant progress in a child’s academic journey.A Reading Eggs subscription includes access to Reading Eggs Junior, Reading Eggs, Reading Eggspress, Fast Phonics, and Mathseeds for up to four children – access Reading Eggs on desktop, iOS, and Android anytime, anywhere across multiple devices.
Not all screentime is equal and learning games like this equate “good screen time”. My son likes to do these programs and workbooks while I am busy in the kitchen preparing breakfast or dinner. Summer time brain drain can definitely occur and with just a few pages a day can make a huge difference!
