Ali Flynn Is excited to share with you the joys and hardships of motherhood with an open heart, laughter and some tears. Ali is a monthly guest contributor for Westchester County Mom and has been seen on Filter Free Parents, Grown and Flown, Today Parents and Her View From Home.
Thin Mints or Samoas? Grab a box of each because Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) just kicked off the 2021 cookie season nationally. This year girls are selling in creative, socially distant and contact-free ways to keep themselves and their customers safe.
Last year, due to the pandemic, girls were faced with challenges which forced them to quickly pivot their sales methods. From running virtual cookie booths on social media to setting up drive-through locations to facilitating orders that ship directly to customers’ doors, girls as young as five years old are continuing to embrace their entrepreneurial spirits, stay connected to their communities, and have fun by participating in the cookie program. And, the proceeds from each and every purchase stay local with the troop and its council to power Girl Scouts’ essential leadership programming.
“We’re proud of the resourceful ways Girl Scouts are running their cookie businesses safely and using their earnings to make the world a better place,” said interim GSUSA CEO Judith Batty. “This season, our girls will continue to exemplify what the cookie program taught them—how to think like entrepreneurs, use innovative sales tactics, and pivot to new ways of doing business when things don’t go according to plan. The cookie program is what keeps Girl Scouts thriving in communities across the country and is proven to build girls’ leadership skills and help them become successful in life.”
This season, GSUSA is collaborating with food ordering and delivery platform Grubhub so girls have another way to facilitate contact-free cookie orders. In select markets, with additional markets added throughout cookie season, consumers can order Girl Scout Cookies for pickup or delivery on Grubhub.com or the Grubhub app. A hands-on experience in managing e-commerce, local Girl Scouts will track and fulfill orders, manage inventory, and more, all using Grubhub’s back-end technology. As always, the proceeds benefit the troop and council while providing another innovative way to safely run the cookie program virtually. GSUSA is grateful to Grubhub for waiving all fees for the organization to make this new delivery option feasible for sales without reducing troops’ and councils’ proceeds. To kick off the collaboration, Grubhub is offering free delivery on Girl Scout Cookie orders through Feb. 14 with a minimum purchase of $15.
GSUSA is making it possible for all consumers nationwide who don’t already know a Girl Scout to purchase Girl Scout Cookies online for shipment to their doors. Beginning Feb. 1, customers can enter their zip code into the Girl Scout Cookie Finder to find a local troop to purchase from through the Digital Cookie platform for direct shipment or donation to local organizations. This additional contact-free method supports local girls while keeping their safety and skill building top of mind.
“Like other people running small businesses, Girl Scouts are growing their cookie sale online to connect to consumers who may be harder to reach during the pandemic, all while staying resilient and learning skills such as money management, goal setting, and customer service,” said Batty. “We are excited to open virtual cookie booths beginning February 1 to customers who don’t know a Girl Scout so they can still support girls during this challenging time for all of us.”
This year, Girl Scouts in select areas will offer the new Toast-Yay! cookie, a French toast–inspired cookie dipped in delicious icing and full of flavor in every bite. Toast-Yay! gives consumers a new way to celebrate moments of joy alongside other favorites, like Thin Mints and Samoas/Caramel deLites. And though social distancing measures may keep families and friends apart, cookie customers can share joy and stay connected this season through a gift-box option that ships directly to others via the Digital Cookie platform.
When your child needs emergency care, you want the best care possible. Luckily for Bay Area parents, world-class care is available 24/7 at the pediatric emergency department at Stanford Medicine.
The Pediatric Emergency Department is located on the Stanford campus and is connected to Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. It provides comprehensive 24-hour emergency care and is the only emergency department in the area uniquely prepared for pediatric emergencies—with technology and innovative treatment designed specifically with kids in mind.
The emergency department can be stressful for anyone, but the pediatric ED staff at Stanford are specially trained in caring for children, providing an environment and atmosphere that’s calming to tiny humans. Plus, the pediatric ED is connected to the Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford, so your little patient can access world-class Stanford specialists and experts, if needed.
We spoke with Dr. Jason Lowe, DO, from the pediatric ED to learn more about how the pediatric emergency department at Stanford Medicine is different from a regular emergency department and why it matters.
Unlike other emergency departments, the pediatric emergency department at Stanford Medicine is completely separate from the adult ED and the only department in the area solely focused on pediatric emergency care. The pediatric ED at Stanford is designed just for kids, with specially trained staff, child-specific equipment and a kid-friendly environment with colorful, kid-approved artwork.
In addition to physicians and nurses who are certified in pediatric emergency medicine, the department also includes Child Life specialists, who are trained to communicate with children in age-specific ways. They take the "ouch" out of care with developmentally appropriate distraction, non-pharmacological pain management techniques and provide entertainment and comfort during your family's visit.
Care for Kids by Kid Experts
While Dr. Lowe attests to the excellent work traditional ED's do for kids and adults alike, he shares that there are differences in training:
"Someone who wants to work specifically in a pediatric emergency department like Stanford has decided to go through another two to three years of additional pediatric emergency medicine training."
And it's not just the doctors; it's the nurses, too. They also go through additional training to obtain a pediatric emergency nursing certification. This training is essential, since nurses are forward-facing with their young patients even more so than the doctors.
"Nurses are the main point of contact between the hospital and emergency department and the patients and their parents. And so it's super important to have well-trained nurses who are comfortable seeing pediatric patients all day and every day."
Why it Matters
Because the staff is specifically trained and working with children around the clock, they are more comfortable with them. Dr. Lowe shares that research has found someone with less experience with children is more likely to order additional tests, such as blood work or X-rays. This matters, even more, when it comes to unnecessary radiation and your child.
"Community hospitals will order more CT scans than a pediatric emergency department, between 30 to 40 percent more. The (use of) radiation is serious because it can increase the risk of cancer, so we try to minimize radiation use," says Dr. Lowe.
"We do an MRI for head injuries, which has no radiation. We are one of the first pediatric emergency departments in the nation that has studied this and results have shown that it's just as conclusive as CT scans are without the use of radiation."
When your child is sick or has an injury, it's important to not delay care and to get in touch with a healthcare provider as soon as possible. Dr. Lowe mentions that calling your pediatrician before coming into the ED is a good idea in many cases:
"I think the biggest thing we would ask (prior to coming into the ED) is talking to your doctor. Talk to your pediatrician, give them a call. Most pediatricians' offices have an advice line, and you can get their recommendation."
"If the patient is in an extreme amount of pain, if they're having trouble breathing or vomiting a lot, or they're just kind of mentally out of it or super sleepy, then you should come to the emergency department right away."
Safety
The pediatric ED at Stanford Medicine is dedicated to providing safe emergency care for kids, especially during COVID. Here are some of the ways they're ensuring safe and quality care:
Adult and pediatric patients are in separate buildings, with separate entrances for staff.
Screening all staff, patients, and family members for COVID-19 symptoms prior to entering.
Designated waiting areas with social distancing.
Universal masking.
Care teams with personal protective equipment (PPE).
Infection control protocols are in place, including robust air filtration and disinfecting exam rooms after each patient.
Use of telemedicine devices, when clinically appropriate, to reduce direct staff and patient contact
Learn more about the Pediatric Emergency Department at Standford Medicine here.
For many families, the holidays are synonymous with spending time with family. However, some years that’s just not possible. Whether you can’t spend the holidays with loved ones because of the pandemic, a December due date, or work demands that make travel difficult, we have plenty of tips for staying connected and making the holidays memorable.
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1. Stay connected throughout the festivities. Before the holidays, figure out how everyone who is usually together can get connected virtually. Poll your people before the big day and make a plan in place to chat via FaceTime, Skype, Zoom or Duo. A great gift to ensure this happens would be a Google Nest Hub with video capabilities. Set one up in each household and check in throughout the day. Kids can call just by saying, “Hey Google, call Grandma” to say thank-you for a present, you can leave the video chat open for hours while opening presents Christmas morning. It’s easy for Grandma to use too!
2. Take photos. Keep your cell phones handy throughout the day so you have plenty of memories to share with friends and family later. Document everything from waking up to opening gifts and eating the day’s big meal. Take a photo at least once an hour on the top of the hour, or more often if you feel up to it. If you have an old cell phone lying around, give it to your kid(s) so they can share the day from their perspective too!
3. Focus on who you are with instead of who is missing. It’s okay to feel sad about not being with loved ones during the holidays, but a silver lining is that you have more time and attention to focus on those you are with. Instead of dwelling on what you're missing, take the time to enjoy a low(er) pressure holiday where you can really focus on the small group you have nearby.
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4. Keep old traditions going. Although holidays away from family mean you will miss some holiday traditions, you may be able to figure out modifications for others. Like, if your mother or uncle always makes a special dessert, get the recipe and make it yourself. Or, since having kids sit on Santa’s lap is likely out this year, visit St. Nick virtually. One options is Jingle Ring. For under $25, kids can invite grandparents and cousins to join in the (virtual) magic from afar.
5. Create new family traditions. Find a new favorite light display in your neighborhood, write down something you're grateful for every day and read them all aloud during your holiday celebration, or choose a new book to read together on Christmas Eve. Here are more ideas for holiday traditions to start with your baby.
6. Plan holiday activities to do together. Even though you can't be together, you can still plan activities to do together. Get cousins the same advent calendar like this Elf on the Shelf Advent North Pole Calendar Train that comes with figures kids can use during virtual playdates in the countdown to Christmas. Tracking Santa through NORAD or dishing about great Black Friday deals can be almost as fun virtually as it is in person. Grandma can read The Night Before Christmas or The Very Hungry Caterpiller's Eight Nights of Chanukah over FaceTime. Watch a holiday movie together using Disney+ hangout or Netflix Party while eating the same snacks. Instead of cooking an elaborate meal for just a few people, decide that everyone will order a feast from somewhere that ships nationwide like Veestro. Or, order kits like these from Global Grub that come pre-packaged with almost everything you need to make delicious dishes like mochi ice cream or ravioli together over Facetime or Zoom. Get creative!
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7. Make a shared playlist. Another way to experience the holidays together while apart is to create a virtual musical playlist. Make your playlist full of holiday classics or include everyone’s non-holiday favorites, from grunge to Cardi B. Sharing the same soundtrack for the day can make you feel closer together and bring back shared memories tied to the songs.
8. Have a matchy holiday. Not only will matching clothing make your holidays Insta-ready, it’s another way to feel connected when you are far apart. Matching attire can also double as a great gift. Check out affordable matching PJs from Pat-Pat or custom shirts from Etsy shop MinnieMadeit. For a less expensive but still super cute option, coordinate socks with funny sayings from Lavley; wear socks with the same message or customize them to each person's interests or personality. These would be especially appealing to anyone who is reluctant to go full-fledged matchy-matchy.
9. Exchange gifts. When you mail gifts to family and friends, include a note letting them know what you love about them and what you miss about spending the holidays with them. To simplify gift-giving, create a virtual secret Santa. Also, keep in mind that when you are apart, gifts from the heart are even more meaningful. A Little Love Jar filled with personalized notes from friends and family from all over will be treasured and will keep giving as the lucky recipient reads the notes over and over again.
Ok. it’s 2019. I get (well not really) that people feel like their fetus needs to have its own Snapchat. But can we please take a minute to talk about this. I have a 13 year old, and I think he is literally the only kid in his 7th grade class who does not have a Social Media account. I’m not joking. Has he asked for one (or two)? Yep. But we’re still holding out. And here’s why.
1. It’s A Big Time-Suck
I‘m not going to even tell you how many hours I spend a day on Instagram. Although it’s probably just as long as you do. We’ve all been there. We have a few minutes so we open the app, just to get caught up on all of the important things Kendall Jenner is up to. Next thing we know, an hour has gone by, the laundry is still sitting in the dryer waiting to be folded, and your dog is staring at you in a judgemental way.
Now imagine how hard it would be to manage that as a 13 year old. My kid can barely manage his time as it is. His room is a mess, he forgets about important homework assignments, he has school projects to work on, guitar to practice, and swim team to get to. I can’t imagine how much harder it would be for him if he had the lure of Snapchat right at his fingertips.
Besides, he’s already on his phone too much- texting, watching YouTube or streaming “The Office.” Common Sense Media reports that teenagers spend an average of 9 hours a day on their phones, and prefer texting to talking in-person. Think about that.
2. What My Kid Doesn’t Know Won’t Hurt Him
My son is a super happy person. He’s involved in tons of school activities, plays the guitar and swims on a competitive swim team. He has a great group of friends with whom he texts (constantly) and hangs out with on the weekend.
But guess what? There are a lot of parties he hasn’t been invited to. Plans have been made without him. People who are hanging out on Saturday nights who decided to to include him.
Does he know about these things? Maybe, maybe not.
But, if he had Instagram or Snapchat he would see the parties, hangouts, and walks into town happening right as they were occuring. I’m not saying he should live in a bubble and think he’s included all the time- but seriously, has any 13 year old ever felt that way, ever? We live in a weird culture where there’s now a hashtag to encompass the feeling of missing out on things, and I don’t want my kid feeling that anymore than he needs to.
3. It Makes It Harder To Connect
Remember when you were in 7th grade? If you wanted to talk to your friend on the phone, you called her house and most likely an adult answered the phone, which required you to have a conversation. Today, my son rarely has to talk to his friends’ parents because they make plans via text.
It used to be that if you wanted to watch TV, you had to do it in the family room with everyone else, and guess what? You had to compromise with your siblings when deciding what to watch. But now, my kid streams Netflix on his phone while his younger siblings watch something different on TV.
It takes real effort for families to stay connected. I go through my son’s texts and I’m constantly reminding him that only watching “The Office” with his headphones on is unnecessary since we can watch it as a family.
Retreating to Instagram or SnapChat would make it even more challenging for us to stay connected.
One of the ways our family likes to reset and connect is by going on long weekend trips throughout the school year. I can only imagine how different our time in Disney or our recent trip to Memphis would have been if he had felt the need to constantly post about what we were doing, or check in on what was going on on Social Media.
Speaking of disconnected, during our Southwest roadtrip last Summer, we saw a number of teens consumed by their phones in majestic locations like the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, and even while hiking the Narrows in Zion National Park!
4. Serious Mental Health Risks
It’s no secret that suicide rates are on the rise. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, Suicide is the second leading cause of death, after accidental injury, among people ages 10-34. Between 2001-2017, incidents of Suicide increased by 31% Of course, not every kid who is on Social Media is going to have suicidal thoughts. But there is clear evidence that Social Media does have an adverse effect on our mental well being.
In March of 2019, NBC News reported on a study conducted by The American Psychological Association on mental health and Social Media. The study said that kids born in 1995 and later show increased signs of mental health issues. Most notably, the greatest spike in symptoms were seen in 2011, not coincidentally the same year that Instagram and Snapchat were founded.
It’s ironic that a platform based on connecting people socially is actually associated with feelings of social isolation and social anxiety. Think back on your time in Middle School. Everyone, at one point or another, felt lonely or anxious about a social situation. Now imagine adding Social Media to your adolescence. Can you imagine how that might have exacerbated your perceptions?
Bottom Line…
So, while I’ve given in and gotten my kid a phone—and trust me, he was one of the last to have one of those, too—when it comes to Social Media, I’m standing my ground. But here’s the interesting thing. After asking and asking for an Instagram (he knows SnapChat is not an option), one day he just stopped. Maybe it was because we explained that we didn’t want his self-worth to be dictated by how many likes he has. Or maybe it was because he was tired of hearing us say no, and he didn’t want to even bother anymore.
It will always be something. When I was in 7th grade I begged my parents for a TV in my room, and I didn’t understand why we couldn’t have a separate “Kids Line” like my friend Kelly did. My parents had their reasons, and that was that- no matter how unfair I thought they were.
Part of being a teenager is wanting what you can’t have and thinking your parents are unfair. Hell, if your kid doesn’t feel that way, then you’re probably doing something wrong!
But, our job as parents isn’t to give them what they want; our job is to help them navigate childhood (especially adolescence) in the best way possible.
Having a teenager in 2019 means you’re going to constantly be trying to balance when they should and shouldn’t be on their phone. However, it’s our job to make sure we’re providing them with the alternatives they need. Put the phone away and: go out to dinner, go to the movies together, watch a game on TV as a family, or take the dog for a family walk.
We only have them around for so long. Let’s make that time count.
I'm Missy, a mother of three and a middle school drama teacher at a private school. I'm obsessed with my Vizsla (dog), traveling, and the musical Hamilton. I also enjoy writing and sharing fun parenting stories, which is what brought me here.
The Verizon GizmoWatch just got an update and it’s perfect for kiddos. Starting Nov. 12, you can preorder the GizmoWatchTM Disney Edition that features your fave characters including Elsa, Minnie Mouse, Buzz Lightyear and The Child.
The parent-approved watch helps the family stay connected and the newest version comes with a front-facing camera so kids can send video and picture messages to up to 10 trusted contacts. It also comes with easy-to-use parental controls, reminders, the ability to provide emergency information and a built-in GPS locator.
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The GizmoWatch Disney Edition provides an interactive experience for children, where characters come alive as they carry out actions like checking the weather and announcing notifications. Verizon will be adding more characters in the near future.
Like most smart watches, the GizmoWatch tracks movement and includes interactive play mode where kids can choose characters who will play sounds.
The GizmoWatch Disney Edition can be ordered at verizon.com or via the My Verizon app for $199.99, plus a $10 monthly fee, starting Nov. 12. You can get $50 off with the purchase of a smartphone when you preorder.
In a world where cell phones, tablets, and air pods rule the world, kids are becoming more and more attached to screen time. Is screen time the way of the future for our kids? As a Millennial mom, we were taught at a young age that playing outside was good for you. In that sense, we wanted to play outside!
Fast forward 20 years and we are creating a generation of kids that are so disconnected from society, due to the simple fact that cell towers, phones and now even Nintendo’s are handhelds. Outside just does not happen anymore. But can we encourage creativity in the child that is connected to the screen?
As a mom of two young children who adore Roblox, YouTube, and Nintendo it is not easy to pull them away from their games. On the contrary, the simple fact that screen time can create more harm than good raised an eerie question for most parents out there today.
Did you know that the average child spends at least 5 hours a day, and less than one hour a day outside? Can you believe that?! We are all guilty of this. Even myself as I sit here writing this. Change has created this monster and we have all had to adapt in some way.
Thanks to the crazy year we have all had, working from home has put quite the stress on many parents. Screen time for kids increased to well over 500%!! Nobody would believe that number! That is huge! But how are parents supposed to get their work done with kiddos running rampant in the house all day?
No thanks to the circumstances, this increase in screen time was substantial from the previous years. When a study was conducted on the number of children that were actually “plugged in”, a whopping 49% of kids were spending at least 6 hours or more on the screen. I mean really, who could blame them?
How Does Screen Time Affect Kids?
Children’s brains are constantly growing. If a child is constantly connected to a device or TV show how can we enhance brain development? Although many TV shows and educational videos on YouTube state they are safe for children are they safe?
There have been many times where my children have caught me off guard and said something they were not supposed to say. When asked where this came the response was from the screen (we will not name any names here).
Never underestimate the power that social media and apps on a device have over children. This has been studied as such that staring too long at a device can also cause the following:
Sleep Disruptions
Emotional tendencies
Behavior Outbursts
Language Defects/issues
How you may ask? Each of these are tendencies that could happen to your child. From first-hand experience, as I have noticed with my kids. Children that look at a screen for most of the day have a harder time falling asleep. Whereas children that are more active can get more rest at night.
On the instance of behavioral outbursts, there are a lot of videos that children watch on certain channels that entertain the fact that behaving a certain way is ok. Children learn that this is ok to do and thus repeat it.
Funny to report that emotional tendencies happen when children are asked to separate from screen time and do something else. As kids learn that this is the “only thing” there is to do aside from daily activities, they then have no other tendencies to engage in play.
What Can You Do about It as a Parent?
Children are creative by nature and can adapt to change exceptionally well. Screen time limitation is especially important for kids at a young age. The World Health Organization has set guidelines for parents on the effects of screen time on children.
As a parent that grew up in the ’80s where we ran outside all day and TV really didn’t exist much. Oh, and do not forget, when the streetlights came on, you had better be home. These are different times. And although we must adapt to the changing times, creating creativity in kids enhances growth substantially.
Having a disconnect day is essential during these times. Some examples that we enjoy doing, are
Riding Bicycles
Drawing
Coloring
Going for walks
Camping
Hiking
Having to disconnect is so beneficial. You will start to notice an immediate change in attitude in yourself as well as your kids. Take your kids back to the ’80s where we really knew how to get our feet dirty and swing from ropes into the lakes!
It brings back so many memories. Share them with your children and let them be young, away from the screen.
Nicole is a Registered Nurse turned blogger and freelance writer for hire. She enjoys helping other moms with parenting, life hacks, and anything kids. When she is not creating awesome content you can find her outdoors with her family or lounging, coffee in hand.
You’ve been “boo’ed!” CVS Pharmacy, the retail division of CVS Health today announced that is working with the Hershey Company to offer Boo-Bags, a family friendly and socially distanced solution to making Halloween as safe and fun as possible in the time of COVID-19. Boo-Bags are a fill-your-own kit to surprise friends and neighbors with Halloween treats as an alternative to traditional trick-or-treating during the pandemic. Boo-Bags are free with a CVS Pharmacy purchase while supplies last.
To “boo” a neighbor, fill the Boo-Bag with their favorite Halloween candy and décor, including twists on Hershey favorites including Reese’s Frankencups, Hershey’s Cookies & Cream Fangs, KIT KAT Witches Brew, Hershey’s Vampire Kisses and more. Spooky facemasks, hand sanitizer and wipes are available for purchase alongside a selection of Halloween-themed Hallmark cards to help family and friends stay connected while being apart.
Once your bag is full, you can deliver a holiday surprise by anonymously dropping the bag on a neighbor’s doorstep.
Recipients will receive directions on how to pass it forward, along with a sign to place in their window to let any passerby know that they’ve been “boo’ed.” For friends and family outside the neighborhood, customers can send Boo-Bags through one of 5,600 UPS Access Point locations within CVS nationwide, picking up all the necessary shipping supplies for one-stop shopping.
Did you have your very own virtual pocket pet when you were a kid? Sanrio and Tamagotchi have teamed up to bring fans a new play experience featuring Hello Kitty. Now you will be able to raise and nurture your own character with the help of Hello Kitty.
“Tamagotchi has been an incredible brand for Bandai America for over two decade and we’ve had many collaborations within that time period.” said Tara Badie, Bandai America Marketing Senior Director. “Like Tamagotchi, Hello Kitty is a universally loved brand and we can’t wait to see the fans reactions!”
The Hello Kitty Tamagotchi is perfect for on-the-go entertainment. It fits easily into pockets or bags and it even includes a wearable keychain allowing kids to tend to their virtual pet wherever they go.
“For generations, Hello Kitty has connected with people through friendship,” said Susan Tran, Director of Brand Marketing at Sanrio, Inc. “We’re so excited to partner with Bandai America on the portable Tamagotchi that will offer fans a fun and interactive way to connect with their friend Hello Kitty throughout the day.”
The new Hello Kitty Tamagotchi is available now for pre-sale purchase and will be at Hobby Shops, GameStop and Amazon starting Dec. 1, 2020. All other retailers, like Target and Walmart, will feature the new collection starting Jan. 2021.
Now there is a stuffed animal that can play along with your kids. Jazwares is introducing Fuzzible Friends, the first kids plush with Alexa Gadgets technology. Pair Fuzzible Friends with a compatible Amazon Echo device, and, using the Fuzzible skill for Alexa, open up a world where technology enriches, entertains, and encourages little ones to use their imagination.
These adorably plush animals speak a funny little language that Alexa magically translates through the kid-directed Fuzzible skill. A child can interact with their Fuzzible by playing color guessing games, choose their own story, and more. There are four Fuzzible Friends to collect—each with its own unique personality and language—including Cubby the Fox, Fluff the Bunny, Sparkles the Unicorn, and Cuddles the Puppy.
“It’s been a unique opportunity to be able to bring the Alexa technology into the world of play in a brand new and enriching way,” said Jeremy Padawer, EVP/Partner at Jazwares. “Fuzzible Friends utilizes the technology to open new doors for our children’s already active imagination.”
This product does not have a microphone or speaker, however once you’ve paired your cuddly Fuzzible Friend with your compatible Echo device via Bluetooth, just say, “Alexa, let’s play Fuzzible Friends.” Once Alexa indicates your Fuzzible is ready to play, have your child squeeze its left paw to begin interacting and watch its antenna light up. Fuzzible Friends™ plush have over 40 sounds and 140 translated phrases. Kids can also enjoy their Fuzzible Friend when it’s not connected to an Echo device in another mode. Even though it won’t be able to give translations of its unique language, every press of the left paw will still prompt your new pal to talk to your child and its antenna to light up.
Fuzzible Friends features include:
Interactive Play: Use the Fuzzible skill for Alexa and a compatible Amazon Echo device for interactive fun. Play cool guessing games or choose your own story adventures!
From their language to yours: Listen as Fuzzible skill for Alexa magically translates the Fuzzible Friends’™ language on your compatible Echo device (parental or guardian consent required). There are 140 translated phrases.
High Quality Plush: Fuzzible Friends™ are made with soft, high-quality plush making it perfect to cuddle up with.
Play Offline: Your child can also play with their Fuzzible Friend when it’s not connected to an Echo device. The Fuzzible will still light up and speak its funny language—just without the translations.Over 40 Plush Phrases & Sounds: Fuzzible Friends™ speak their own unique language made up of gibberish and silly sound effects. Watch as your Fuzzible Friends’ antenna lights up when it speaks to your child.
Fuzzible Friends are available for pre-order today for $19.99 exclusively at Amazon and will be on-sale officially on Nov. 1st.
