Long Jump into Fun: Introducing the New My Mario Collection for Babies and Little Kids!

Power Up Playtime! Introducing the New My Mario Series for Little Fans and Their Families

Get ready, Mushroom Kingdom adventurers! 

Nintendo is bringing the beloved world of Super Mario to a whole new generation with the exciting My Mario series, making its U.S. debut next month. Inspired by Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Yoshi, and their friends, My Mario is a brand-new collection of products, games, and experiences designed for young children and their parents to explore, imagine, and play together. 

I am very jealous of new parents, because this is the announcement I have been waiting for my entire motherhood. Check out my first little bundle, Marcello, dressed in his Super Mario finest for his first birthday photos. 

Sorry! Back to the back magic that is the new My Mario collection...

Starting February 19th, you can be among the first to experience the My Mario collection at Nintendo NEW YORK and Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO stores. Can't make it to a store? Don't worry! My Mario products will also begin arriving at select retail stores nationwide this spring and will continue to expand throughout the year.

What's in Store for My Mario Fans?

Nintendo has partnered with fantastic brands like Mattel, Fisher-Price, and TOMY to create a thoughtful and engaging collection that's perfect for introducing little ones to the magic of Mario. 

Here’s a peek at what you can expect...

Super Mario Fisher-Price Little People includes a six-pack of your favorite characters! I anticipate that this set will be very hard to find as it will boost nostalgia in older fans, and parents wanting to add Nintendo Little People to their kiddo's toy box! Retailing at $19.99, try not to pay the crazy price of $55! 

This is the hottest Fisher-Price Little People set to hit the market! Already I see it for sale from third-party sellers for $60+! 

Building Block Adventures! Spark creativity with two charming wooden block sets. Choose from a Mario Wood Block Set (3 pcs) or go big with the Mario & Friends Wood Block Set (30 pcs), featuring Mario and other iconic items from the Super Mario series. Imagine the towers and castles your little builder will create! If all of the play factors and collectible aspects are not enough, the included characters will all be playable as amiibo in compatible Nintendo Switch games. 

Interactive Digital Fun with the Hello, Mario! App Dive into digital playtime with the free Hello, Mario! app! Launching February 19th on the Apple App Store, Google Play, and as a free download on Nintendo Switch (and Nintendo Switch 2!) via Nintendo eShop, this app allows children, parents, and caregivers to intuitively and playfully interact with Mario. Mario can make silly faces with the help of little players, take app breaks, and more! Think many, many levels higher than the Super Mario from his N64 days, when you could stretch Mario's face or have him follow you on screen. This app is a huge dose of nostalgia for parents, new and seasoned! Also, the absolute best part of the app is that you DO NOT need an internet connection once the app is downloaded. 

"It's Me, Mario!" Stop-Motion Series Gather the family for some adorable viewing! The My Mario stop-motion animation series – "It’s Me, Mario!" – is available now on the My Mario website and the official Play Nintendo YouTube channel. It's the perfect way to share some animated fun with your little ones. The videos are absolutely adorable! I want to jump through my screen and give Mario a snuggle. 

Mario-Themed Apparel for Tiny Trendsetters Dress your smallest Super Mario fans in style! The My Mario collection includes a fantastic range of apparel for infants and toddlers, from comfy onesies and sleepers to playful outfits for every adventure.

Read Along with Mario! Snuggle up for storytime with the interactive Hello, Mario! board book, created by Nintendo and published by Penguin Random House. It’s a wonderful way to introduce early literacy alongside a beloved character. The board book collection will launch Spring 2026. 

Cuddly Companions and Fun Rattles For the littlest fans, there are soft toys that include fun rattles and cuddly Mario plush. Perfect for snuggles, sensory play, and imaginative adventures.

Splash into Fun with Tomy Toomies My Mario Bath Toys Even bathtime gets a power-up! The Tomy Toomies My Mario collection will make a splash with exciting bath toys and water squirters inspired by iconic Super Mario characters. The collection is whimsical, fun, and are priced perfectly for gifting! Think first and second birthday gifts when little ones venture out on their own underwater level of fun!

Toomies My Mario™ Pour & Nest Bath Toy Set $13.99

Toomies My Mario™ Bath Pipes Playset $19.99

Toomies My Mario™ Bath Squirters 4 Pack $14.99

Toomies My Mario™ Super Mushroom & Fire Flower Bath Squirters $7.99

Toomies My Mario™ Mario & Goomba Bath Squirters $7.99

The My Mario series is a fantastic way for families to connect and share their love for the Super Mario universe. With such a diverse range of products and experiences, there’s something for every young adventurer.

Stay tuned to the My Mario site and Nintendo.com for updates on specific product launch timings. And be sure to follow @NintendoStoreUS on Instagram and X for more information on products and events at the official Nintendo stores.

Toy Reveal! LEGO IDEAS Sonic the Hedgehog Release January 2022

Introducing LEGO® Ideas 21331 Sonic the Hedgehog™ Green Hill Zone set! The Green Hill Zone is one of the most memorable video game levels that I can remember. I didn’t have a SEGA Genesis, my friend did and I was mesmerized with the graphics—Sonic the Hedgehog. The controller was a menu of buttons that I couldn’t wrap my head around. Created by UK based LEGO and Sonic fan, 24 year old Viv Grannel (aka toastergrl) brought this iconic board to brick life! Hidden inside the set’s 1,125 pieces are Easter eggs that fans will be happy to discover, along with five LEGO Minifigures —an updated Sonic, Crabmeat, Moto Bug, Dr. Eggman and the Phantom Ruby. With the use LEGO Technic, you get a Technic lever to spring Sonic into the air to collect golden rings just like the game! 

The LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog Green Hill Zone set is available to purchase from 1st January 2022 via LEGO Stores and https://LEGO.com/Sonic, at the recommended retail price of US $69.99 – CA $89.99 – DE €69.99 – UK £59.99 – FR €69.99 – DK 599DKK (*EURO pricing varies by country. For regional prices please visit shop.LEGO.com).

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Spring Refresh! Fandom Aesthetic Bedroom Update! Morning Bird Organic Bedding Collection: An Elegant Way To Show Off Your Fandom!

Growing up I had the coolest Barbie bedding collection. It had a bright pink comforter with Barbie printed all over it, heavily printed sheets with pink stars and confetti, and there was a huge profile of Barbie on my pillowcase. Poor Barbie got drooled on every single night, but I loved it, because it was comforting, cozy, and it showed off my love for Barbie! 

Before I became a parent, I did not want to buy into bedding collections for kids, I often thought, they're too loud and tend to focus on a theme, and won't fit my aesthetic. Famous last words. I am a parent now, and guess what, my kids have glow-in-the-dark bedsheets and blankets featuring Buzz Lightyear and Toy Story Aliens. I fawn over everything that my boys love because it brings out the kid in me, and most importantly, it makes my kiddos happy! There is definitely a level of comfort and security for children when it comes to bedtime and when you pair their favorite characters, it makes bedtime an easy transition from play to rest. 

Famed manufacturing company, Franco Manufacturing Co. takes bedtime seriously, they have 50 years of experience manufacturing products for bedtime, mealtime, bathtime, and beyond! Franco Manufacturing has worked with hundreds of partners to create the coolest bedding. Their mission is to create and inspire with innovative and whimsical designs that have been showcased on their products for kids and kids at heart to enjoy! Franco Manufacturing Co. stayed on top of the trends with their various licenses and products, but now they have gone a step further with their new brand, Morning Bird. Morning Bird pairs iconic characters with high-quality fabrics and keeps the "fun" in functional when it comes to pairing a child's fandom with your aesthetic!

My Little Pony Bedding Collection is so whimsical! I love the pops of color and the stenciled artwork!

L.O.L. Surprise Bedding Collection

Batman bedsheets - You don't have to buy the duvet cover, you can show off subtle fandom with just the sheets!

Frozen 2 has includes beautiful watercolors. I love this collection so much that I want it for myself!

Trolls bedding collection is so much fun! Turn hug time into snuggle time!

When Fandom Meets Aesthetic 

The designs found by Morning Bird are so beautiful and would fit into any themed room and personality. Each design includes recognizable characters and elements from movies and shows but done in a very elegant way. The colors are vibrant, but they’re not over the top. I think the colors and prints are really important to provide a calming experience for children when settling into bed and for the kids just hanging out in their room. Themes in children’s bedrooms don’t have to be over the top to show off their fandom! 

You can find designs from Frozen to Batman, L.O.L. Surprise to Hot Wheels, and Trolls to even Ryan’s World!

I love the designs, but the quality cannot be beaten. Boasting the ultimate in comfort and aesthetic, Morning Bird bedding collections are 100% organic cotton and made without pesticides and harsh chemicals. Parents will have peace of mind knowing their child is sleeping on quality bedding all while loving their new bedding collection.  

The Paw Patrol bedding collection is so sleek, and with the new movie coming out in 2021, this is going to be hot! 

Morning Bird was created to give parents options without compromising their own design aesthetic. As parents, we want to give opportunities for a child’s creativity and imagination to shine, and adding a touch of whimsy with their bedding will help fuel their imaginations.

Ryan's World collection is big on style and not over the top in design! 

This design is from the Franco Manufacturing collecting -- it's equally cool, but it's not as easy to decorate with as Morning Bird. What do you think?

Check out the full collection below and at Morning Bird's website where you will find a variety of styles available in different bed sizes to suit your needs!

• Get in on the crime-fighting action with the Batman™ Collection
• Transform any sleep space into an enchanted wonderland with the Disney Frozen 2 Collection
• Get revved up and ready to race to bed with the Hot Wheels™ Collection
• Let the adventure dreams begin with the Jurassic World™ Collection
• Glam up the bedroom with a pop of color with the L.O.L! Surprise!™ Collection
• Slide and glide into magic with the My Little Pony Collection
• Create the ‘PAWfect’ spot for planning a rescue mission with the PAW Patrol™ Collection
• Join Ryan and all his best buds for a good night’s sleep with the Ryan’s World™ Collection
• Keep bedtime cheerful and whimsical with the Trolls™ Collection

         

If you're shopping for new bedding for your child and still do not want to dress your kiddo's bed with overly decorated bedding, then you have to check out MorningBird.com. Seriously, you will be blown away by this collection as it includes all of your children's favorite fandoms, but in a very subtle and elegant way!

I am looking forward to seeing what else Morning Bird creates as their bedding will grow with their child gracefully! If my Barbie bedding looked like this when I was a child, I’m sure I’d still be using it. It's funny that I am so overcome with nostalgia as I write this post. I can remember the moments growing up with my bedding -- when I spilled soda all over my bed while playing Nintendo, dragging my comforter to the living room for movie night, and even playing Barbie dolls on my Barbie bed. Funny how things come around full circle. 

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Why You Need This NY ISCREAM Backpack for Every Family Outing and Back to School too!

Looking for the perfect bag to carry everything you need for a family of four or more? Look no further, the NY ISCREAM collection features a wide assortment of functional and high-quality products perfect for teens and even cool moms, like me! 

If you follow me on social media, you may know already about my son Marcello. After his tonsillectomy, he was a completely different person! Long story short, he was diagnosed with PANDAS. I have been so busy with him, and PANDAS parents may tell you how time-consuming and frustrating regular daily activities can be, so imagine throwing in distance learning and a toddler in our new normal? We still try and keep things fresh and happy, even though some days are truly harder than others, so when Marcello was having a good day a couple of weeks ago, we seized our moment and went to the Bronx Zoo! More on our Bronx Zoo experience in another blog post. 

Perfect for school or for a family outing—the Pastel Tie-Dye backpack by iscream holds a ton of stuff and has different compartments to keep items big and small totally secure-think two giant iPads, diapers, wipes, hand sanitizer, six bottles of water, two battery packs, and snacks. It retails for $73 on the ISCREAM site. If I knew then what I know now, I would have gotten their backpacks way before I shelled out the cash for a $150 diaper bag. My original diaper that was so narrow, it only held like four diapers and wipes.

Packing for a regular outing with the family pre-pandemic was hard enough. You would think adding in extra masks for the four of us, bottles of hand sanitizers, and travel Clorox wipes would have been as tricky packing experience just for space alone, but it was not! Already, I never had enough room in the diaper bag, now I had to add in extra components that were an absolute must! I did not have to compromise the quantity over quality this trip, because not only did we have a great time, but I was able to pack everything, and I mean everything, neatly in the adorable and ultra-trendy ISCREAM backpack and lunch tote! 

The Pastel Tie-Dye lunch tote was equally as functional and it is slightly larger than a regular lunch box. I was able to keep cool two PB & J sandwiches, four juice boxes, slices of cheese, string cheese, yogurt packs, pudding snacks, spoons, and straws—oh, and an ice pack too! The lunch tote is easy to clean with a wipeable interior, and there is a mesh compartment to put an ice pack. You can shop the full collection featuring an array of products with pastel tones and tie-dye prints to appease any aesthetic. 

I have used backpacks, tote bags, and even large hobo bags to pack my kiddos' snacks and such, but nothing compares to the comfort, quality, and just overall look and feel of this NY ISCREAM backpack! I am totally hooked!

Thank you NY ISCREAM for sending these wonderful products to us!

NEW Interactive STEM TOY Smarty JOJO Toddler Learning Toy Coming Early July - Best Bang for Your Buck!

Meet Smarty JOJO, the ultra-smart STEM toy by Flycatcher Toys. Flycatcher Toys are geniuses behind the smART Sketcher and smART Pixelator. Smarty JOJO is an airplane with big plans for your little one. 

Available early July on Amazon, you can get Smarty JOJO for just $24.99. Flycatcher Toys was kind enough to send us Smarty JOJO to test out, and I am totally impressed with the quality and bang for your buck with this STEM toy.

Smarty JOJO is really intelligent! With over 150 phrases, he can respond to movement, identify colors with his color recognition system, teach shapes, give educational prompts and tasks in both English and Spanish, and teaches children direction and speed. Your children will love the adventure that Smarty JOJO takes them on from take-off to landing! JOJO will start at take off with simple calibration, and because his buttons are shapes and light up in various colors, it’s easy for toddlers to start learning and playing with very little parental help! 

Smarty JOJO requires 3AAA batteries that are not included, but once they’re in you’re off to play. Smarty JOJO also has an automatic shut off feature, so you’re never wasting precious battery life while not in use. 

In my video there were instances where he is loud and isn’t loud - since he is so smart, he does respond to radio interference, so if you’re outside, it may sound muffled. In-person, you can hear Smarty JOJO give directions and prompts well. Smarty JOJO is not waterproof, but that didn’t stop my kids from trying to throw him in the pool. Thankfully, they missed it! Smarty JOJO took quite the “testing” his first day in our home, and since he is made of high-quality plastics, he passed the toddler test! Not a scratch on him, and he’s quick to respond and identify colors just like how he was doing outside of the box. 

I found this toy to be adorable, educational, very simple for little ones to use, and extremely affordable. I will be gifting this toy to all of the toddlers that I know when the holidays come around. My son Rocco who is turning three in August is in love with Smarty JOJO and treats him like one of his transportation toys. The fact that Smarty JOJO also teaches is a huge bonus! 

Stay tuned for retail links as soon as they go live!

Thank you so much Flycatcher Toys for sending us Smarty JOJO for free for our review! 

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Happy Mother's Day! Essential Item for Your Diaper Bag! Bryco Baby Pacifier Holder GIVE AWAY!

Soothe baby in just minutes with an all-in-one pacifier by Bryco Baby! The Bryco Baby Pacifier Holder should be on hand in every mom's diaper bag and a top gift on every new mom's baby registry! The Bryco Baby Pacifier Holder does exactly what it says and more! Find their amazing baby products and more on their website or buy direct from Amazon ranging from $9.99 to $12.97 each! 

READ ON for my thoughts below and how to enter to win your own Bryco Baby Pacifier Holder and a $25 Amazon E-Giftcard! 

When I was a new mom, I relied on a pacifier for my first son. I was breastfeeding, and he was a cluster feeder. For those few minutes that he took his pacifier, I had time to run to the bathroom, collect my thoughts, or really just stare into space! It sounds crazy, but it's true. I am a firm believer in soothers, so when Bryco Baby sent me two of their cuddly, plush pacifier holders to try out, I knew I was perfect for the case! 

Bryco Baby Pacifier Holders are very well constructed plush that is super cuddly for baby. They also come with their own pacifier that attaches to the pacifier through the hook and can be removed for easy cleaning. Take note that the pacifier is also BPA-free! Don't worry about baby dropping their pacifier on the floor, there is a tail clip that is baby-proof, so only the parent can remove the holder from the baby's clothes. 

Baby will also strengthen their fine motor skills with this amazing holder! It's such a great milestone when baby can finally place their own binky in their mouth; it's truly the beginning of when a baby starts illustrating their independence. 

Give baby a thrill with the cute design and the tactile play, because this soother is also a rattle! The Bryco Baby Pacifier Holder is the ultimate four in one pacifier. Bryco Baby also makes a handy baby goods caddy, which is perfect to house your pacifiers, diapers, wipes, and other essentials that you need to quickly grab. I still keep a caddy in the living room for quick diaper changes and quick boogie wipes! Their caddy has so many compartments that I also recommend it to keep in your car. 

Bryco Baby also has released their very own Milestone Blanket that is available for purchase on their website! It's only $9.97 and is seriously so cute! I wish this milestone blanket was a thing when my kids were babies because it's super easy to just lie the baby down, and document their monthly growth! You don't even want to know what I did every month - I am that EXTRA MOM! I swear! 

The Bryco Baby Pacifier Holder comes in a variety of cute animals from giraffe to puppy to a monkey! Find one that suits your style on Amazon!

@toymom Happy Mother’s Day! Win your own set of these adorable paci/plushie/rattle combos on my insta now! ##momlife ##MakeMomSmile ##fyp ##cute ##baby ##preggers
♬ ily (i love you baby) - Surf Mesa

Enter my Mother's Day Giveaway where one lucky winner will win two Bryco Baby Pacifier Holders and a $25 Amazon E-Giftcard! Head over to my Instagram to enter!

Thank you so much, Bryco Baby, for sending me your wonderful pacifier holders to me for free! I'll be passing them on to my bestie who is having baby number two. 

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