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Near… far… wherever they are… some kids are just a little bit tricky to shop for.

Maybe he’s a newborn. You could do a teddy bear, or… (Yeah, the kid’s going to receive a teddy bear, admit it.) Maybe she’s a tween. Now *what* are tweens into this year, besides 5 Seconds of Summer? Or perhaps you have – gasp – teens to shop for. Cash in an envelope? So 1990. Don’t even think of it.

Today, I’m happy to share my Top 3 eGift picks, guaranteed to put a smile on the face of even the toughest-to-shop-for kiddos. The best part? You don’t have to leave the comfort of your home. That’s right! No fighting crowds, no panicked trips to the mall. Just complete Christmas gifting mastery!

1. A Monthly Subscription Box. It’s the gift that keeps on giving! Today, you can find a monthly box for virtually anyone on your holiday list: the vegan, the fashionista, the candy lover – there’s even a monthly box for Super Geeks. For a low monthly fee (as a gift giver, you can pay this in advance for a period of six months to one year), a special child in your life will receive brand new, themed products every four weeks or so.
box Just be sure to do your research; read reviews, watch unboxing videos, ask questions about a brand’s customer service and most importantly, verify the quality and selection of products included. And, of course, double check the cancellation policy! …

With great power comes great responsibility….

Oh wait, that’s a quote from Spider-Man. However, it’s rather a fitting opening line for this blog post, because with this website, I have both power and responsibility. (And my kid happens to be wearing a Spider-Man t-shirt.) You see, I have the power to get my hands on some of the hottest toys for Christmas 2015, and I have the responsibility to tell y’all which ones are at the top of my list.

Friends, the LeapFrog Epic may just be number one. Discover the tablet experience that adapts as your child grows and offers endless possibilities for exploration, learning and play. And, if it can entice smiles like this –
You know I’m all over it.

Okay, so first things first. The LeapFrog Epic is the next generation of LeapFrog tablets. Suitable for ages 3-9, it’s a unique Android-based tablet experience that grows with your child. Featuring a customizable and playable homescreen and a safe, out-of-the-box web that expands when they’re ready to explore more, it’s the perfect union between fun and learning. In fact, I’ve never been so pleased to see Reid learn through play; the games are just addictive enough, the lessons pose the right amount of challenge and the gaming possibilities are virtually endless. …

Put a (Virtual) Bow on It: Top 3 eGifts

Now THAT’s What I Call EPIC.