Stuff We Like

Things that saved us headaches

I am sharing things and places that work for us because I know other families have struggles and I hope we just might help another family out.

The goods

A pillow covered with soft, bumpy fabric that when hugged, it vibrates.

Hugger Pillow

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 Stars!)

Calming vibration and texture for bedtime.

We love this hugger pillow. The pillowcase is removable. The vibrating device is removable and is battery operated. Our kiddo simple hugs it or lays on it. It’s that simple!

Our babies need a ton of input and this pillow really cuts down on time our babies spend rolling or tossing and turning. The pillow case is soft and bumpy like a baby blanket so they rub their hands over it and hum while they feel the vibration in their chest and lay on it. Crowd pleaser!

We’ve had it for three months and it’s still going strong without battery replacement.

Kizik Shoes

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 Stars!)

These truly are slip on, athletic shoes that do not fall off!

Our favorite features: Kizik shoes have awesome designs and hot colors and truly fit right in with her classmate’s gym shoes. AND Jeanne can put them on herself!

Hamland hopping across the toadstools at Shoreview commons park.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5 million+ Stars!)

Shoreview Commons Park

Shoreview, Minnesota by Landscape Structures Location Details

This playground is ABSOLUTELY a destination for all families, but especially for families with disabilities. The ADA accessible play options are integrated, visually stunning, and fun for all abilities! See the zipline harness chair pictured right next to the public zipline rope seat. My children are sensory seeking and were safely running, climbing, sliding, and ziplining through all of the safe and stunning areas.

Our favorite features: a three story tree house!, turf mounds with climbing options and bridges, accessible zipline chair, rubber ground cover, spread out equipment options.

P.S. My sister told us about this park. Do you have a favorite park you want to share?