Devices locate kids, parents find peace of mind
October 4, 2009 by cbowman
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By BROOKE DONALD, Associated Press Writer Brooke Donald, Associated Press Writer
Sun Oct 4, 2:45 pm ET
SAN FRANCISCO – With a computer or cell phone and an electronic tracking device, you can locate a missing pet, follow the path of a stolen car, find a skier buried in an avalanche and rescue a hiker lost in the woods.
So what about a child snatched by a stranger? What technology tools exist to help parents keep track of their children? Do they really work?
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Product Review: Lappers
March 6, 2009 by cbowman
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Breakfast in bed is a lot more practical and fun with the arrival of Lappers!
Invented by Columbus’ own, Ashley Hatcher, these ergonomically designed trays are made of a very durable plastic called melamine. They have with unique indentations for plates and glasses that are fitted with anti slip silicone mats. Dishes stay in place even when the trays are tilted and turned!
Lappers are completely dishwasher safe, nest into each other, and have large comfortable handles. Lappers are fun, but most of all they are functional.
These divine trays have been featured in Forbes Life, Rachael Ray’s FAVES, Georgia Trend, Atlanta Life’s Best New Gift, Southwest Georgia Living, Alabama Living, Good Morning America, HGTV’s I Want That! and more!
To purchase locally, visit River Road Pharmacy or the Sample Shoppe in the Landings on Airport Thruway. To order online, click here.
Play with Obama’s Air Force One
March 2, 2009 by cbowman
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If your little ones love to yell “Obama!” whenever they see our 44th president on TV or magazine covers, now they can play with the President’s Air Force One from Craftsbury Kids.

This President Obama Air Force One Wood Plane is a limited edition Pennsylvanian hardwood toy made in the USA. The collectible is constructed to last a lifetime.
Cost: $18
Review: Foogo Leak-Proof Food Jar
January 8, 2009 by cbowman
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If you have a baby or if your child takes a lunchbox to school, you’ll like this.
Thermos brand has created a new line of children’s products for ages six months and older. It’s the Foogo by Thermos Leak-Proof SS 10 oz Food Jar. This jar will keep food cold for 7 hours and hot for 5 hours.
The secret is the TherMax double wall vacuum insulation, which provides maximum temperature retention, yet stays cool to the touch with hot foods.
Thermos also offers parents extra peace-of mind in knowing that Foogo products use all FDA approved materials and no plastics containing Bisphenol A (BPA). Other benefits include:
- Unbreakable stainless steel interior and exterior
- Wide mouth is easy to fill, eat from, and clean
- Ergonomically designed lid with rubber grip
- Dishwasher safe
- Non-slip, scratch resistant base, cool to the touch with hot foods
- Light, compact and portable
- Dimensions: 3.8″ L x 4.8″ H x 3.8″ W
Also comes in a pretty shade of pink. Other Foogo products include a 12 oz straw bottle and a 7 oz sippy cup with handles.















