CES 2019: The Gadgets You Should Get Excited About (and the One We Can't Wait For)

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CES 2019: The Gadgets You Should Get Excited About (and the One We Can't Wait For)

CES, the holy grail of all things gadgety and new. Whether you are in the market for a a TV that rolls up and hides away, amachines fold your clothes for you, a smart hair dryer, or a helicopters that is going to partner with Uber, there was something for everyone at CES 2019 😮

I narrowed down my favorites to the top dozen or so items that you should check out in 3 categories Health and Fitness, Baby & Kids, and Lifestyle. Read on and see what you need

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We Heart Teddy

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We Heart Teddy

Three years ago yesterday, July 27, Teddy had life saving open heart surgery at Children's National Medical Center. (You can read the story about his condition and surgery here ). 

Two years ago this week he started walking. 

One year ago this week Teddy was running around at his first beach trip. 

Friday he finished his first summer at camp with the big kids.

Nothing I just listed would have happened without Children's National.  

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I Heart Teddy

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I Heart Teddy

SAVE THE DATE

Fun for a Purpose - The Race for Every Child
October 21, 2017 @ 8am
Freedom Plaza
Join us! Team I Heart Teddy (PS - free team t-shirts!)

WE HEART TEDDY

Two years ago yesterday, Teddy had life saving open heart surgery at Children's National Medical Center. (You can read the story about his condition and surgery here ).

We owe our happiness to the team at Children's and we do whatever we can to support the hospital.  Zach and I find it especially important in this day and age, when the future of healthcare is in flux that we do what we can to support the hospitals and staff that do the amazing work of saving our little ones.  As well as do what we can to support the families going through the hardest times of having a sick child.

When we were thinking of ways to give back we were thrilled to find out about the Race for Every Child 5K.  Not only is it an awesome and fun event but it fits right into our family's active lifestyle.  Those of you that know us know that we are a running, biking, swimming, active threesome, so a 5K to support our most precious cause is perfect.

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This Little Heart of Mine

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This Little Heart of Mine

Recently Jimmy Kimmel revealed his newborn son's heart condition.  To most families this is a gut wrenching story that you can empathize with but is a distant concept.

But to 1% of families, like ours (and a number of dear friends') with child born with a congenital heart defect, this story brought back flashes of our kiddos' struggles.  Having a child who is sick is difficult in it's own right; having a child sick when they are first born is terrifying.  

Teddy was born with multiple congenital heart defects (CHDs) and had open heart surgery at 2.5 months old.  He is now 100% and should have no lasting ill effects.  Zach and I are constantly reminded how very lucky we are to have Teddy as part of our lives.  He is a sweet and spunky kid who has brought us tremendous joy.  

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Running Strollers Review Pt. 2: The How To's of Stroller Running

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Running Strollers Review Pt. 2: The How To's of Stroller Running

So you've got your dream running stroller.  You've been cleared to run by your OB or you have decided it is finally time to get back out there, so grab your shoes and go, right?  

Hold on there, before you lace up your shoes there are some how to's and some don'ts to run over (pun intended) before you head out.  Keeping them in mind will make your run even more enjoyable and help you and your little one continue logging those stroller miles.

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