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Archives for Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

A Communications major at Indiana University East, Leah has been raising kids for over 23 years.

She is a proud mother of three incredibly bright and amazing kids. Her two oldest are now adults with babies of their own and her youngest child is thriving at the local private elementary school.

Leah loves reading non-fiction and young adult books as well as watching rom-com and history movies. She also enjoys fire pits and kart racing.

Her favorite thing in the world, though, is being a Nana to the grandbabies.

The Best Toddler Piano in [insert_year]

June 3, 2024November 3, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Best Toddler Piano

If the names Rachmaninov, Sokolov, Evgeny, and Kissin, even Lang Lang, don’t ring a bell with you, that’s okay. These are just the names of … Read more

The Best and Safest Space Heaters for Your Baby’s Room or Nursery in [insert_year]

May 13, 2024May 2, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Space heater for baby room

Since my grandchildren are old enough to get into things (and by things, I mean every single thing their tiny, little hands can grab), I … Read more

The Best Kids Karaoke Machine in [insert_year] (My Experience)

January 5, 2022April 25, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Best Kids Karaoke Machine

In our home, we love a good sing-fest. We break out the karaoke machine, popcorn, and pop and stretch our lungs to the max. We … Read more

The Best Baby Walkers in [insert_year]

January 11, 2023April 18, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Best Baby Walker

My husband and I have three kids and four grandbabies. We eagerly awaited each developmental milestone of each one of our children but only invested … Read more

The Best Sprinklers for Kids in [insert_year] (My Experience)

January 11, 2023April 18, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Best Sprinklers for Kids

If your kids are anything like mine, they’re begging to play outside in the sprinkler five minutes after the snow has melted from the winter … Read more

The Best Electric Race Car Tracks in [insert_year] (Our Experience)

January 11, 2023April 11, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Electric Race Car Tracks

Something you probably don’t know about my family is that we’re a competitive bunch. I don’t know about your home, but in our house, we … Read more

The Best Go-Karts for Kids in 2024 (by Mom of Professional Racer)

May 20, 2024April 9, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Go-Karts for Kids

Coming from a family of racers, go-karts are one of my favorite subjects. That’s because my husband and six-year-old daughter race go-karts both at the … Read more

The Best Slot Car Tracks in [insert_year] that My Family Loves

November 24, 2023April 4, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Best Slot Car Tracks

We own a lot of slot car tracks, and we love a good race. We’re a bit of a competitive bunch. But it’s oh so … Read more

The Best Baby Gates for Fireplaces in [insert_year]

February 8, 2022April 4, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Baby Gates for Fireplaces

Kids this age like to touch everything. And by everything, I mean every single little thing. From my experience, if they can see it and … Read more

The Best Smartwatch for Kids in [insert_year]

January 11, 2023March 8, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Best Smartwatch for Kids

Smartwatches for kids come with most of the same features as the ones for adults. These include games, cameras, video functions, and activity trackers, and … Read more

Everything You Need to Know About the Graco Nautilus 65 Convertible Car Seat

May 14, 2024March 3, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

If you’re in the market for a forward-facing car seat, Graco is the way to go. How do I know? Because I bought the for … Read more

The 5 Best Swing Sets in [insert_year] – Learn from My Mistakes

May 16, 2024February 24, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Best Swing Sets for Kids

Swing sets are always great for outdoor play and family fun. But take it from me, finding the perfect swing set for your little ones … Read more

The Best Inflatable Water Slides in [insert_year] (We’re Getting One!)

September 3, 2023February 24, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Inflatable Water Slides

My daughter wants an inflatable water slide this summer, and I’m about to take the plunge (pun intended) and get her one. I’ve spent a … Read more

The Best Kids Play Tents in [insert_year] (I have 5!)

January 11, 2023February 19, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

Play tents can be a lot of fun for kids. A tent allows them to use their imagination while having a space of their own … Read more

The 7 Best Nerf Guns in [insert_year] – My Top List

January 14, 2023February 18, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Best Nerf Guns

Nerf guns have proven to be the toy for boys and girls of all ages. It’s one toy that has stood the test of time. … Read more

The Best Play Kitchens for Kids & Toddlers in [insert_year] – My Experience

January 11, 2023January 31, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

A kitchen playset is a perfect toy for your son or daughter or any of the little ones in your life. Take it from me … Read more

The Best Ride on Toys for Babies, Toddlers, and Young Kids in [insert_year]

September 3, 2023January 30, 2021 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Ride-On Toys for Babies and Toddlers

Ride-on toys are perfect for those little ones who are too old for rattles and teething toys but aren’t quite old enough to play with … Read more

The Best Electric Scooter for Kids in [insert_year]

January 11, 2023December 28, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Best Electric Scooter for Kids

Are your kids wanting an electric scooter this year? Unlike traditional kids’ kick scooters, electric scooters for kids are powered using a chain-drive motor. These … Read more

The Best Kids 4-Wheelers and ATVs in 2024 (My Experience)

May 14, 2024December 28, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
4 Wheeler

My daughter has a 4-wheeler and we’re planning on getting her a new one. A four-wheeler can be a lot of fun for everyone involved. … Read more

The 7 Best Drones for Kids in [insert_year]. Here’s My Experience.

March 5, 2024December 18, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Best Drones for Kids

The hubby bought a starter drone for himself and a mini drone for kids for our six-year-old to play with. Really, I think they were … Read more

The Best Kids Watches in [insert_year]

January 11, 2023December 11, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
kids digital sports watch closeup

You can find all sorts of cool watches for kids in 2021. No longer are there just analog and digital designs. There are now so … Read more

The Best Outdoor Playhouses for Kids in 2021 (My Experience)

January 11, 2023December 10, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Outdoor Playhouse

We spend a lot of time outdoors. I love the fresh air and my garden. To keep my almost six-year-old busy while I was tending … Read more

The Best Remote Control Cars for Kids in [insert_year] (My Experience)

June 6, 2024December 10, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

As a mother of three I can testify: a remote control car or truck can be so much fun for kids. They’re definitely not made … Read more

The Best Baby Backpack Diaper Bags in [insert_year] (My Experience)

January 19, 2022December 4, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

In my experience, backpack diaper bags are a must-have for new parents. They are stylish and cute, yet also convenient and easy to use as … Read more

The Best Hoverboards for Kids in [insert_year]

June 4, 2024October 29, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Hoverboard for kids

I’m buying a hoverboard for my daughter’s sixth birthday in a few weeks. Why? Because I figured it’d be a nice surprise, and to be … Read more

The Best King Size Weighted Blanket in [insert_year]

May 10, 2022October 5, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

Weighted blankets are not only a great way to get a good night’s sleep, but they can also help with stress relief and create a … Read more

The Best Cooling Weighted Blanket in 2021

February 18, 2021September 30, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

Typically I’d have some little family anecdote or a cute story to go here, but today I don’t. Today we’re looking at the best cooling … Read more

The Best Youth Punching Bags & Kids Boxing Sets in 2021 (My Experience)

November 24, 2021September 29, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

I bought my son’s punching bag set as a way for him to practice his martial arts and to relieve stress and pent-up energy and … Read more

The Best Kids Electric Cars in 2024 – Ride on Cars for Kids

May 26, 2024September 28, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Kids Electric Car

My 5-year-old has not one, but two electric vehicles. Not because we were bored and decided to spend our hard-earned money on Power Wheels, but … Read more

The Best Toy Race Cars & Tracks for Kids in [insert_year]

September 10, 2024September 24, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Toy Race Car Tracks

What kid doesn’t like to play with cars and race tracks? My son and daughter had hours upon hours of excitement with their Hot Wheels, … Read more

The Best Hot Wheels Track Sets in [insert_year] (My Family Loves Them)

January 11, 2023September 24, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Hot Wheels Track

Everyone in my family loves Hot Wheels. And while the product age recommendation for most of the Hot Wheels track sets on this list is … Read more

The Best Retractable Baby Gate of [insert_year]: Which One Closes the Deal?

September 2, 2022February 6, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3

I have not one, but two, retractable baby gates. “Why?” you ask. Because I have a five-year-old (for a few more weeks) and three grandbabies … Read more

The Best Baby Gates for Stairs in [insert_year]

January 1, 2023January 22, 2020 by Leah Malicoat, Mom of 3
Baby gate for stairs

When it comes to choosing the best baby gate for your stairs, you’ll find they mostly come with the same types of main features. The … Read more

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