The Review Ballerina

Did you know that April 9 is National Unicorn Day? What a beautiful day for such a beautiful creature! Unicorns are mystical, majestic and of course, fictional. Although you'll see many places add cute little horns to their horses for children to pet and ride. Remember, Unicorns do not have wings, but they definitely floated right into all our hearts with their sprinkles of magic flying behind them as they run! For your own Unicorn photoshoot, check out our experience here or their official website here . How about some adoriable (adorable, adoriable, you say tomato I say...) facts about the fictional Unicorn?? 1. Unicorns are born, and are only found on Earth - Despite possessing beauty and power that seemingly defy the laws of our universe, unicorns call our Earth “home.” Aren't we blessed to have them? 2. Unicorns are energized and fed by the Sun! -  If you happen to stumble upon a unicorn in the forest, you won’t see it munching grass. That’s way too boring, and come on gr...

Luca & Friends: Official Website Luca & Friends: Official Instagram If you have a child ages 4-8, you have probably already started wondering how to keep them immersed in learning, while knowing that these days it's all about apps and gaming. Luca & Friends is a new ground-breaking children’s app from GOFA INTERNATIONAL. This is a one of a kind learning app that connects your children to education, fitness, and healthier habits through AI technology! Whether your child goes to school then comes home, does K12 Public School, or is homeschooled, this is a fantastic opportunity for them to grow at their own pace! All images courtesy of Luca & Friends.

I have always been a firm believer in the medical profession. I feel that those who take the time to learn how to do a medical specialty, are to be fully trusted to take care of you and your children. I believe in vaccinations, I believe in flu shots and yes, if a COVID19 vaccine comes out as long as there's enough medical proof that it's safe my home will be getting it. But, in the last two years I've begun to start doubting who I can trust...especially when it comes to my daughter.  The statements made in this article are completely 100% the opinion of this blog owner. This is not an attempt to sway someone one way or the other of their own medical trust. 

I have been a blogger and reviewer now for, I want to say about four years? You all have watched me move cities, watched my daughter start school, and more. But nothing could've prepared me for the challenge that we have faced over the course of the last few years and now that it seems to be getting under control, it's time to tell everyone what's been going on! First, to all companies that have worked and partnered with The Review Ballerina, thank you for your patience and understanding as we helped our daughter. We look forward to continuing to work with you in the future.

To Arnold's Martial Arts: We have been happily a part of your team and family for two years now. I brought Olivia into your dojo shortly after she was bullied in Kindergarten, and after only two classes we knew she needed to be here. But not only have you changed our daughter's life in two years, you changed our family's lives and for that we will forever be eternally grateful to you. Whether it's having fun while learning to spar (yeah don't give her the chance again Mr. Colton!! haha), or being serious and learning every single pattern move tight and strong you always make sure that Olivia has the best time in every class. She knows that if she's called out for a wrong thing that it just means to work harder and listen more and you make sure she keeps pushing herself to be the best she can be. She still tells her friends all about the Ascent tournament, and the Black Belt Show and how much she wants to be just like the ladies of the dojo! ...

Wow! Stuff: Official Website Wow! Stuff: Official Facebook If you're like me, you're always watching your child grasp their iPad or Tablet cord from the wrong spot and pull. You wince, take a deep breath and just hope it doesn't snap or fray leaving you with a frustrated kid and a purchase you don't want to make. But with these adorable K-Blings cord covers from Wow! Stuff, you can protect your charging cables while being stylish and cute!

Radz World: Official Website Radz World: Official Facebook This year, if you're looking for yummy stocking stuffers in your child's favorite characters, make sure to get Radz Candy Dispensers! This year, they have so many unique faces, shapes, and more that'll make your boy or girl so happy and excited! With delicious candy, small key chain dispensers, and bright vivid colors your school kid will be excited to attach these to their backpacks!

Big Feet PJs: Official Website Big Feet PJs: Official Facebook Every year, you'll see families with their cute matching pajamas and want to join in. But you'll want the footy PJs, not just the button down two-piece sets, right? I know I do. I was so excited when I got to work with Big Feet PJs once again and get some adorable family footy pajamas! Our family is now matching for some great Christmas memories and now we get to share them with you!

Maya Toys: Official Website Maya Toys: Official Facebook Orbeez creates the most amazing toys for children that can not only be fun to the touch, but fun for the imagination! Today I get to show you guys my daughter's new favorite toys, the Orbeez Wow World Wowzer Surprise!

Enchanted Fairies: Official Website Enchanted Fairies: Official Facebook Enchanted Fairies is an official donor & contributor to  Kidd's Kids . An organization started by the late DJ Kidd Kraddick of Dallas, Texas to help make a difference in the lives of special needs children! "Keep looking up, because that's where it all is..." - Kidd Kraddick An amazing part of our Princess Guide! In April of 2016, I was lucky enough to get to review an experience at Enchanted Fairies. I remember driving there with my sweet little girl, yelling at cars to get out of the way as we were hitting traffic at every turn. This time, I brought my husband so he could see the amazing experience and we left so early, no traffic except for a very small moment. We still parked, and ran straight to Enchanted Fairies excited! (Exterior of Enchanted Fairies inside Willow Bend Mall in Plano, TX)

If you're just like any other person out there you find the new year as the opportunity to make resolutions with the hope of following through. But do you match up with all the others? Let's take a look at the most popular New Year's resolutions! You'll see what percentage of people choose these resolutions and if I am joining them!

Bulls iToy: Official Website Children have a passion for all things dinosaurs, and as parents we should always be teaching them not only about our past very tall friends but should also make sure that it's fun for them. Bulls iToy has created something that is fun, teaching, and allows your child's imagination to explore the dinosaurs in their hands and not just looking at a museum!

Radz World: Official Facebook What is something awesome that children love in their Christmas stockings? Candy, of course! So how can we make delicious candy more fun than it already is, and give them something to remember after the candy is all gone? Well, let's use cute dispensers! Radz makes amazing and adorable squishy dispensers and we got to look at some unicorns!

World's Coolest: Official Website Super Impulse: Official Website Do you remember Fingerlings? Those cute little monkeys and other animals that sit upon your finger? Well how about turning that into something like a Polly Pocket style playset? Yep, Super Impulse has done it and made the most awesome stocking stuffers ever! Not only do you get the chance to show your child another use for Fingerlings but you get to watch your child play with something "retro" and "cool" like how Polly Pocket used to be!

Wish Me: Official Website Jay@Play: Official Facebook Every child dreams of having that one sweet pet that when you kiss them, hug them, pet them, or snuggle them they great a wish. So Jay@Play has come out with yet another amazing and awesome item for children called "Wish Me"! Yes, you wish upon a glow and who knows, perhaps your wish will come true!

Maya Toys: Official Website Maya Toys: Official Facebook What is something that kids are talking about that they are dying for? Something that grows and you can use in many different things? Orbeez of course! So today, I get to show you the most awesome item with Orbeez, the Ultimate Soothing Spa!

Gramma In A Box: Official Website Gramma In A Box: Official Facebook Everyone has a Grandma that always baked for them. Whether it was cookies, candies, cakes, whatever it was you wanted or needed you could ask and they'd deliver. For years I would get handmade birthday cakes from my Grandma Lillian. Every year was a different cake, different theme or style, never fondant always frosted and it was always perfection. So when I was given the opportunity to review and unbox Gramma in a Box I was so excited! Then...our home took a 3 week strep throat turn and sadly, we didn't get to do things as fun as we wanted. I apologize now to Gramma in a Box that our review did not come out as beautiful as we would've liked.  But! Check it out!

Townley Girl: Official Website Townley Girl: Official Facebook Growing up, I LOVED The Incredibles. The first movie was fantastic, and I loved how it was a family of superheros and not just the Mom or the Dad leading the way. Dash was always my favorite, though Violet was a close second. When the second film was announced I got so giddy, and then at the age of 33 the second Incredibles film came out and though I haven't seen it yet I've heard it's great film with a lot of moments that bring adults back to their childhoods. Townley Girl has once again given amazing products for your children to join you on the fun journey and now we get to show you!        

Mysticons: Official Website Playmates Toys: Official Website Superheroes come in all shapes and sizes. From pups (Paw Patrol), to race cars (Blaze and the Monster Machines). Little Girls can find it difficult to find a show that focuses on their own powers and the ability to save the world without help and Mysticons does precisely that!

Townley Girl: Official Website Townley Girl: Official Facebook Does your little one love vampires such from the movie "Hotel Transylvania"? Does she love being a cute ballerina? Oh I'm sure she does! Which is why Vampirina is a fantastic show for children who love the combination of the two! Townleygirl has some amazing beauty products for the show and now I get to share their incredible nail polishes, lip glosses, and more with you!