Parents, don’t click “Buy Now” 🦃

Plus: Our top picks that are a real deal for active kids.

Thanksgiving is here, and so are the tempting deals. But before you hit "Add to Cart," take a minute to rethink what you're buying.

I've learned to be cautious about these sale days. After years of Black Friday adventures (and a few buyer's remorse moments 😅), I’ve become a bit savvier. Trust me, not every “amazing deal” is as amazing as it seems. That’s why I’m sharing a few websites that are fantastic deal trackers that you should use before you click “buy.”

  • CamelCamelCamel This site shows you the price history of Amazon items. No more wondering if that “deal” is actually a steal!

  • Slickdeals A community-driven deal-sharing platform. If there’s a hot deal, chances are it’ll show up here.

  • The Krazy Coupon Lady Don’t let the name fool you - this site is a goldmine for all kinds of deals, including Amazon!

Our Top Picks for Active Kids:   

If the goal is to keep your kids engaged (and off screens), let’s focus on gifts that are meaningful, useful, and—bonus—get them moving!

Because let’s be real: no one wants a house full of unused gadgets or toys collecting dust by Christmas.

Here are our top picks for gifts that kids will actually love and use:

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SPORTS EQUIPMENT

Indoor Basketball “Pop A Shot” that keeps the kids working on their game

Tennis Trainer with rebound ball that’s amazing when you can’t be a hitting partner.

Toss & Catch Game that builds hand-eye coordination

Help the kids learn the fastest-growing sport with this Pickleball set!

OUTDOOR SAFETY

Dry-Erase Kids Helmet that encourages them to wear their helmet!

SKATEBOARD

A skateboard that comes with learning videos!

ACTIVITY TRACKER

YOGA & EXERCISE SETS

Stretchy resistance bands that perform double duty of building muscle and help fidgety kids with ADHD

Bosu ball dupe that works for kids and adults!

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Note for My Fellow Laid-Back Parents 😌

Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! 🦃 Here’s to picking gifts your kids will love—and ones that get them moving, laughing, and making memories. Hope this season is full of fun, gratitude, and a little extra chill for you too. (that’s a lot of Hope there, I know)

Catch you next time!
– Lakshmi (Chief of Chill Parenting 😎)