This Preschool Teacher’s Cough Pocket Tutorial Is Genius

by Jennifer SwartvagherApril 10, 2020

Reminding your kids to wash their hands or cough into their sleeve can be an endless battle. Turn your backs for a minute and they are wiping their nose with their hand or coughing in someone’s face. A preschool teacher has turned to Twitter, offering a tutorial you can share with your little ones and anyone else who may need an extra reminder during cold and flu season.

Laurie Goff writes, “Want to know how to cough? This is how I teach my preschool students. Hope it helps.”

In the video, which has garnered over one million views on Twitter, Goff explains that when you cough into your hands, “you have germs all over your hands and anything you touch will get your germs on it.” When that happens, you need to immediately wash your hands with soap for 20 seconds. As an alternative, she introduces us to the term “cough pocket.”

Goff demonstrates coughing and sneezing into her bent elbow. “You need to use your cough pocket,” she explains. “It’s simple, easy to use, it’s on your body, it’s free, it’s always with you.”

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: Jennifer Swartvagher

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Broadway Kids are Connecting Virtually and They Want to Spotlight Student Performers

by Jennifer SwartvagherApril 9, 2020

Schools are closed and theaters have gone dark, but Broadway’s kid actors are still connecting virtually. Joshua Turchin from the Early Night Show with Joshua Turchin has announced there will be virtual editions of the show featuring interviews and musical performances by guests from Broadway, TV and Film. They will also spotlight student performers from across the United States whose school shows were cancelled or postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The segment will provide students with an alternative platform to showcase their talents – and for a much wider audience.

The Early Night Show with Joshua Turchin is available across all social media platforms with full videos on YouTube, Facebook Watch and www.theearlynightshow.com released every Mon., Wed. and Fri. at 3 p.m. ET.

“Since so many school performances were cancelled because of the Coronavirus situation, I wanted to give everyone a chance to be a part of The Early Night Show to show the world their talents,” says Turchin. “I am excited to provide an opportunity for others to go ‘On with the Show’ in a new segment dedicated to everyone whose shows were cancelled or postponed, and I get to accompany them in their performances!”

Students around the country are encouraged to email a video (up to 60 seconds long) of themselves singing a song from their cancelled or postponed show to earlynightshowcasting@gmail.com. Those submitting entries are asked to include their name, social media handle, and email address.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

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Dunkin’ Just Launched a New Way to Enjoy Your Morning Coffee

by Jennifer SwartvagherFebruary 14, 2020

Now you have more options to get your caffeine fix. There is an alternative when you don’t have time to brew a cup of coffee or grab one to go from your local shop. Dunkin’ just released new Coffee Bars that deliver all the caffeine we need to make it through the day.

These bars come in four flavors: Original, Caramel, French Vanilla, and Hazelnut. Plus, they’re made with Dunkin’s 100% whole-bean coffee.

You can get a box of 15 bars on Amazon for $18.99, or four bars Dunkin’s online shop for $5.49. Now you really can enjoy your coffee break anytime and anywhere!

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Photos courtesy of Dunkin’

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GlaxoSmithKline Temporarily Stops Production of 2 Kinds of Excedrin Products

by Erica LoopJanuary 24, 2020

If you’re a migraine sufferer and take over-the-counter meds, GlaxoSmithKline’s recent announcement may apply to you. The company has temporarily stopped production of Excedrin Extra Strength and Excedrin Migraine products.

Why has GlaxoSmithKline halted production of the popular pills? Inconsistencies in how the manufacturer transferred and weighed ingredients were found in both products. While GlaxoSmithKline doesn’t believe the migraine medications pose a safety risk right now, the current halt in production is a precaution as the company resolves the inconsistency issues.

HEADS UP: "Through routine quality control and assurance measures, we discovered inconsistencies in how we transfer and weigh ingredients for Excedrin Extra Strength Caplets and Geltabs, and Excedrin Migraine Caplets and Geltabs." https://t.co/NhS9p9Aw5p

— CBS 17 (@WNCN) January 22, 2020

In an emailed statement to Red Tricycle, a representative from GSK said, “Patient safety and product quality are our utmost priorities at GSK. Through routine quality control and assurance measures, we discovered inconsistencies in how we transfer and weigh ingredients for Excedrin Extra Strength Caplets and Geltabs and Excedrin Migraine Caplets and Geltabs. Based on the available data, GSK believes that the product does not pose a safety risk to consumers. However, as a precautionary measure, GSK Consumer Healthcare has voluntarily implemented a temporary discontinuation of production and distribution.”

As a result of the product discontinuation stores have pulled both migraine medications from their shelves. If you’re not sure what to do about your migraines, the GSK statement continued, “This is a short term issue for which we expect production to begin again shortly. In the meantime, other Excedrin products are available along with other pain-relieving drugs, but dosages may differ. Consumers should consult their pharmacist for the most suitable alternative product.”

Consumers should also contact their physician or other medical professional before choosing a new migraine medication or treatment.

—Erica Loop

Featured photo: Excedrin/GlaxoSmithKline

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This Guy Put Himself Into a Disney Classic to Propose to His Girlfriend

by Shahrzad WarkentinJanuary 13, 2020

There’s nothing like a classic fairytale romance to inspire a real life love and one man used Disney’s Sleeping Beauty to propose to his girlfriend in the most epic way.

Filmmaker Lee Loechler decided he would use his girlfriend’s love of Sleeping Beauty to pull off an incredible and unexpected proposal. Loechler worked with an animator for six months to edit himself and his girlfriend, Dr. Sthuthi David, into the classic Disney film.

When the new cut was completed he rented out a movie theater and even invited some of their family and friends to join in the audience and witness the big moment. They were all in on the surprise and David didn’t suspect a thing, believing that they were all simply going to the movies to watch a special screening of her favorite film.

The proposal moment doesn’t come until close to the end of the film, so it was a suspenseful wait for Loechler, according to an interview with Insider. As the prince comes to wake Aurora from her magical slumber, the new scenes begin to play out and David catches on to what’s happening. “Big public proposals can be sweet, but I could never imagine putting someone on the spot like that if you’re not 100% sure they will say yes,” he told Insider.

Luckily the story has a happy ending and David gladly accepted his proposal. Although he hilariously prepared for the alternative answer, so watch the video all the way to the end, it’s totally worth it.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

Featured photo: Lee Loechler via YouTube

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Edy’s Touchdown Ice Cream Is the Perfect Super Bowl Treat

by Shahrzad WarkentinJanuary 1, 2020

Whether you’re a fan of the game or simply in it for the snacks, it’s hard to argue that the Super Bowl is all about stuffing your face with delicious eats. Edy’s Touchdown Sundae is the perfect dessert to pair with those hot wings and chili for the big game.

The sweet game day treat means the kids might actually sit through a quarter to get a taste! Made with vanilla ice cream and fudge swirls, the Touchdown Sundae features chocolate footballs filled with caramel. Not that you’ll have time to notice when you’re gobbling it up, but the footballs are touchdown-worthy down to the tiny lacing details.

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The flavor is a limited edition so scoop some up while you still can. Edy’s is generally available in grocery chains on the East Coast, but there’s a tasty alternative if you live anywhere else. Parent company, Dreyer’s, which is available across the rest of the country, also features the same Touchdown Sundae flavor.

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Here’s How to Watch Disney’s “Frozen 2” Arendelle Castle Yule Log

by Erica LoopDecember 17, 2019

Forget about the classic televised Yule Log fireplace. This year Disney+ has an alternative that will warm even the coolest Frozen 2 fan!

The Arendelle Castle Yule Log is a play on the iconic old school TV station. Instead of just any fireplace, Disney+ allows subscribers to stream a faux fire from inside Anna and Elsa’s Arendelle Castle.

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How can you get this Christmas-y treat? The Arendelle Castle Yule Log is only available to Disney+ customers. If you don’t already have this subscription service, which includes tons of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic titles, you can sign up here.

Disney+ is currently available for $6.99/month. If you’re not completely sure about the streaming service, even though your kiddos are already all-in, you can score a free seven-day trial right now.

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Featured photo: Karly Wood

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PEZ Just Rolled Out a 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar

by Shahrzad WarkentinNovember 27, 2019

If you’ve got a PEZ fan at home, then there’s an advent calendar made just for you. The PEZ 12 Days of Christmas gift set is the perfect countdown alternative to traditional chocolate calendars.

The PEZ gift set includes 12 numbered PEZ dispensers, each featuring an image to match the classic 12 Days of Christmas song. For example, day one features a partridge in a pear tree and day five has golden rings. Each dispenser also doubles as a Christmas tree ornament so you can keep the fun going long after the PEZ candy has been gobbled up.

Speaking of candy, the gift set comes packed with 12 sleeves of PEZ, all in sugar cookie flavor for the holiday season.

The 12 Days of Christmas PEZ gift set is available to purchase for a limited time for $12.99. You can find it at retailers like Target and Walmart.

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Amazon Has a Candy Land Gingerbread House Kit & There’s a Mini Version, Too

by Erica LoopNovember 21, 2019

When you think of the classic board game Candy Land, what comes to mind? Gumdrops, candy canes and sweet, sweet sugary goodness!

Now your kiddos can take the game off the board and make an IRL version—gingerbread house style. The Hasbro Candy Land Gingerbread House Kit is a 3-D eating adventure that will make your childhood daydreams of a candy-coated world come true.

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So what do you get in this oh-so-cute kit? Unbox everything you need to make the perfect pint-sized holiday house! The kit includes pre-baked gingerbread sheets, pre-made icing, candy jewels, fruit-flavored gummies, candy stars, sprinkles and mint swirls. Score this classic candy kit for $18 on Amazon.

If you’re looking for a smaller-sized alternative, pick up the mini version instead. Get the Candy Land Mini Gingerbread House Kit from Amazon for just under $15.

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Hilary Duff’s Latest Partnerships Are All about Sustainability

by Erica LoopNovember 11, 2019

Even though she’s deep into filming her Lizzie McGuire reboot for Disney+, actress and mama Hilary Duff is also partnering with Naturalena Brands as Chief Brand Officer for Happy Little Camper and Veeda.

Duff recently announced her partnership with the eco-friendly baby brand (Happy Little Camper) and plant-based feminine care line (Veeda) during a launch event in her LA home over the weekend.

The actress said, in a press release, “It’s so rare to find products that are natural and sustainable without sacrificing functionality.” She continued, “As parents, we want what’s best for our kids and as a woman it’s important to think about my own health when it comes to what I put in my body. Happy Little Camper and Veeda are changing the way we think about the products we use and I’m so excited to take on this role and help further our mission to provide clean, plant-based products that are safe and accessible for babies and moms.”

So what will Duff do in her new role as Chief Brand Officer? The Younger and Lizzie McGuire star will work with the brands on product innovation, creative design and building recognition for both Happy Little Camper and Veeda.

Happy Little Camper’s line of products include 100 percent natural cotton wipes, flushable wipes and natural cotton diapers. Veeda, which was created as an alternative to conventional feminine products, features 100 percent natural cotton tampons and wipes and 100 percent natural cotton cover sheets on its collection of pads and liners.

Both brands are available in retailers and on Amazon. For more information visit Happy Little Camper or Veeda.

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