Holiday Gift Guide 2023

Little River Inn Mendocino, California is perched way up on a hillside above Van Damme State Beach Park in Mendocino County and has stunning, picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean. At first glance, this resort looks like a cozy, smaller inn but it's actually on 225-acres and has several cottages to select from all with some type of ocean view. There's also a nine-hole course (golf), tennis courts, spa, dining room and more. It's a wonderful choice for couples, singles and families and it's a short walk downhill to the state park. 

Check out what we thought of Little River Inn on our review.

Need something comfortable to cut down on the noise around you? Check out Curvd earplugs. Powered by Mom and family all have their own pair and are loving how comfortable they are!

Experience unrivaled comfort and versatility with our ergonomically designed, eco-friendly, and ultra-soft earplugs. Perfectly suited for sleep, noise and sound sensitivity, concerts, parenting, focus, studying, productivity, motorcycles, and more, these low-profile earplugs are your ultimate everyday companion.

• Soften the Sound with up to 30 dB of sound reduction
• Ultra-soft and flexible for maximum comfort
• Low-profile ergonomic design
• Sleek aluminum carrying case (optional Case Clip available) 
• Reusable & super easy to clean

We love personalized gifts like this beautiful sterling silver heart pendant with a diamond cut edge from Pictures on Gold. They can laser engrave on the pendants a photo of your choosing and you can have a photo on each side like we've done or a photo on one side and a laser engraved message on the other side. It's up to you!

Powered by Mom's daughter selected 2 photos, one of herself and her friends that she was able to visit this past summer in California and the other side of their beloved 12-year-old cat Ollie who crossed the rainbow ridge in July. It's a beautiful keepsake of both.

Right now you can also save 10% on your purchases with the code power10, GO HERE to save.

Check out our review of this lovely necklace.

Alpha skincare is first in cutting edge renewal skincare for the whole body. With everything from face and body wash to renewal serums and moisturizers, the straightforward skincare line features glycolic acid to help turn over dead skin cells and leave fresh skin clear, clean, and hydrated. With no overbearing scents, this skincare is great for men and women aiming to look and feel their best.

Do you love bamboo sheets but have found it expensive? Look no more as this bamboo sheets loving gal has found some at a far more reasonable price than I've seen anywhere else. Don't worry these sheets are still made from organic bamboo viscose, are 400 thread count and the quality is fabulous! Read our review to find out more about these silky soft temperature regulating sheets.

Never considered getting a professional pet portrait of your pet? Or one for someone who loves their pet? You should! With a variety of artistic styles they have modern classics that can fit right in with your other family portraits, or fun renaissance-costumed portraits that stand out and are sure to make anyone laugh. With full creative control you can create the purr-fect wall art celebrating the furry and beloved members of the family.

Give the gift of some delicious and easy to make fudge with this fun Grinch Fudge! It looks great in holiday tins and more! Check out our Grinch Fudge Recipe!

Available in men's, women's and even kid's sizes, the Clipper slip-on sneaker from Lugz is a great choice for practical, comfortable, and long-lasting footwear for the whole family! They slip on quickly and easily and do not slip or rub. They have a strong rubber sole that gives great traction and durability for year-round use. The stylish oxford style upper comes in a variety of colors and looks great with whatever you wear them with. The whole family loves them!

Treat yourself or someone you love with some fabulous hair tools from Bombay Hair! Powered by Mom received this 11 piece set from Bombay hair and loves it. Her favorite tool is the hair dryer brush closely followed by the flat iron. Although with the hair dryer brush she says she doesn't have to use the flat iron as often, this is a first.

You can get a set of styling tools or buy them separately She also loves the silk scrunchies, well she actually loves all of the tools but these are some of her favorites. Make sure to check them out!

Is there someone on your list who could use new cookware, someone who just loves to cook or maybe someone moving into a new home? Check out Chef's Foundry. They have the tools you need to get cooking in the kitchen from knives to pots and pans.

Check out our review on their ceramic knives that our writer Emily did a few years ago HERE. We asked her now that it's been almost 6 years and she says she still uses them all the time and they stay sharp, wow!

We got to try out this pan set with cooking utensils and think it's fabulous. We gifted the set to a friend who moved to a new home and she loves the set and mentioned how the heat distributes so evenly in the pans and they are breeze to wash.

Here's the 411 on the set:

Features the world class Swiss Xeradur 2 ceramic coating developed by ILAG, the global leaders in ceramic coating. This guarantees that our cookware is free from toxins and built to withstand the test of time, providing you with years of reliable use.

✅ Oven & Dishwasher Safe 

✅ Induction, Gas & Electric Hob Friendly

✅ Non-Toxic Coating (Free Of PFAs/PFOAs)

✅ Cleanup In Under 30 Seconds (As Nothing Sticks!)

✅ Handles are removable for easier storage

Gamers you will love this headset!

Designed for Xbox With universal USB-A wireless adapter, the 900 MAX also works with PlayStation and PC. Bluetooth 5.1 allows you to game on the go with platforms like Nintendo Switch—cycle between Game, Bluetooth, or Dual-Mode, ensuring no interruptions when you are in the zone.Never run out of battery mid-game with 50-hour battery life on a 2.4GHz connection and up to 60 hours using Bluetooth. Just dock the headset and recharge via the base station, ready for your next session.

Make this cinnamon roll waffles for a delicious and decadent holiday breakfast or dessert! Not only are they super yummy but they are very easy to make. So easy you'll be tempted to make them all of the time!

We are really excited about the Nextbase 622GW Dash Cam! We got it along with an in-cabin view camera and the rear window camera. However, you can only attach one extra camera at a time to the Dash Cam. That's okay as we would rarely need both at the same time.

We loved the idea of the in-cabin view camera for when our dogs are in the vehicle with us in the very back, especially for road trips which they normally go with us. It's hard to see them without twisting our heads at awkward angles. Now with this dash cam and the in-cabine view camera the front seat passenger can take a quick peek to see how our dogs are doing. Parents, this is fabulous to keep an eye on your kiddos too.

As always of course, practice safe driving so it's best if the front passenger can look but for the driver, like looking in your rear view mirror you can safely take a peek and check on the kids the ones with and without fur.

411 on the dashcam

Share your precise location in an accident. 4K image quality and image stabilization means you’ll capture every detail. It has image stabilisation, dual band wi-fi, 3” HD IPS Touch screen, Alexa Built-in, Polarising Filter Built-in & What3Words? What's that last one? Precise location sharing enabled by what3words tells the emergency services exactly where you are – even if you aren’t sure. No data, no problem -Embedded precision location technology means emergency services can find you to within 3m, anywhere on Earth. Your location: always known and easy to share.

Emergency SOS response - An ally in an accident. Crash detection feature automatically notifies emergency services if no movement is sensed after impact. The 622GW has got your back – wherever you are.

Everyone should have a Dash Cam like the Nextbase 622GW, dads, grads, moms and anyone who drives.

A delicious treat to share over the holidays!  These soft pumpkin cookies melt in your mouth and the decadent cream cheese icing makes it a perfect combination for any pumpkin dessert lover. 

Now you can have salon quality hair care in the comfort and convenience of our own home. Powered by Mom has been trying this hair care for almost 2 weeks now and so far she loves it. The anti-frizz shampoo and conditioner leave her hair less frizzy and feeling healthy, soft and shiny. The leave-in conditioner, deep conditioning masque and silk smoothing balm all help to give her healthy hair that feels like she just stepped out of a salon. It's now a new favorite hair care brand.

Now your teen or tween can redecorate their bedroom with a personalized touch. You can select their favorite color and the font. This is great for everyone but especially for those with more unique names.

Whether you want to make a panini or grilled cheese this panini press sandwich maker is a great kitchen tool to have for the family!

Introducing the skincare industry's most revolutionary product. Clean Towels ensure your face is spared from bacteria commonly found on regular towels and provide a simple solution for many skin concerns while enhancing your beauty routine. Dermatologist tested, approved, and recommended.

Powered by Mom has personally been using these cloths for over a year and loves them. With her sensitive, rosacea prone skin they are perfect for her and well everyone.

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Enjoy waffles for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner whenever you want with this handy wafflemaker! It's also perfect for making our Cinnamon Roll Waffles recipe which is an easy peasy but decadent recipe to make. Enjoy!

Powered by Mom and family bought this projector a few months ago and they've been loving it! The picture quality is fantastic, especially for a projector in this lower price range.

• Stunning 4K and HDR10 Decoding 700ANSI 21000Lux: Equipped with MT9269 ultimate image processing chip, this 4K projector not only supports native 1080P resolution, but also supports HDR10 and 4K HD decoding. The proprietary direct light path structure is upgraded to provide super high brightness of 700 ANSI and 21000Lux. Plus, it features 80% brightness uniformity so every detail is clearly visible even in ambient light.
• 3S autofocus and 6D keystone correction: Different from most projectors on the market that need to adjust the focus through the manual focus ring, the smart projector uses AI intelligence and a CMOS camera with up to 16 million pixels, which can complete synchronization within 3 seconds Fast ultra-high-definition autofocus and 6D automatic keystone correction (horizontal/vertical/rotation ±50°).

Enjoy the theatre experience at home with your projector and a big screen!

• Portable Projection Screen Stand with 100" diagonal (80" x 60"), heavy-duty tripod frame perfect for home, business, and school use
• Crisp Viewing Angles up to 120 degrees with a matte white surface diffusing light in all directions
• Screen Material 1.1 GAIN with standard black backing to eliminate light penetration. Four side black borders enhance picture contrast

This plush and soft puzzle tree is bound to keep your favorite canine occupied for hours.

Easily give your pup some water no matter where you are with this portable water bottle.

A great breakfast any time! Chicken for breakfast? Heck yes! This easy Chicken Breakfast Casserole is a hearty meal with ground chicken, creamy egg base, diced hashbrowns, bacon, cheese and veggies. It's the perfect breakfast casserole any day. You can prep in no time and just put it in the oven when you're ready to bake it!

Now your tween or teen can have all of their bedtime essentials within arm's reach. It's compact for small spaces and can hold up to 15 lbs.

One of Powered by Mom's favourite kitchen tools for meal prep and more. Her entire family uses this awesome spice grinder. If you purchase through our link you can get an 11% discount AND free shipping.

• Mill whole spices, from petite poppy seeds to plus-size peppercorns
• Operates with just one hand at the push of a button
• Swappable grinding pods keep flavors distinct
• Wide-mouth opening for easy spice refills
• Built to last with durable ceramic grinding mechanism
• Sleek, minimalist design looks great on your kitchen counter and dining room table

Designed for Xbox With universal USB-A wireless adapter, the 900 MAX also works with PlayStation and PC. Bluetooth 5.1 allows you to game on the go with platforms like Nintendo Switch—cycle between Game, Bluetooth, or Dual-Mode, ensuring no interruptions when you are in the zone.Never run out of battery mid-game with 50-hour battery life on a 2.4GHz connection and up to 60 hours using Bluetooth. Just dock the headset and recharge via the base station, ready for your next session.

If you or anyone on your gift list is like me and is constantly having to warm up their coffee and/or tea or make a new cup because they forget to finish drinking their beverage then this is the gift go get! Check out this Mug warmer, it's great as a stocking stuffer or part of a gift basket.

We love gifts that are not only fun for kids but area educational too. STEM activities are a great way to engage their imaginations, they'll have so much fun they won't even know
they're learning too.

High-performance wireless Bluetooth headphones in rose gold. Features the Apple W1 chip and Class 1 wireless Bluetooth connectivity. With up to 40 hours of battery life, Beats Solo3 wireless is your perfect everyday headphone

Have a gamer in your life? Here's the perfect t-shirt for them!

BREED ID THAT'S TWICE AS PRECISE: Embark tests over 230,000 genetic markers, twice as many as the next competitor. We also screen for 350+ dog breeds, more than any other dog DNA test. This means Embark's test is the most accurate and scientifically advanced on the market.

If you know a kiddo who loves arts and crafts here's a fun and creative gift idea. Glow in the Dark Rock Painting Kit, it's tons of fun that encourages their imaginations and their creative side.

Fun for All Ages: Perfect for picnics, parties, or your next camping trip, our hook and ring toss game will keep everyone entertained for hours of family fun.

Safe & Durable: Kid-friendly, our hook ring toss game is made of real wood, metal, and rubber rings. All the fun of darts with none of the sharp objects!

If having a mattress that is indeed organic and doesn't have any nasty chemicals is important to you then Naturepedic is the mattress company for you. Powered by Mom personally sleeps on a Naturepedic mattress.

We first heard of Naturepedic from Mamavation who is an expert in testing products for chemicals and other nasty stuff, letting you know how clean an item actually is. Thanks to Mamavation there is a discount code available below.

15% off your Naturepedic totalpurchase with code MMAMAVATON15 While supplies last. Cannot be used with other promo codes. Cannot be applied to past purchases. Valid one time per customer. Other restrictions may apply.

This brand has the ability to produce a GOTS certified mattress from start to finish. All ingredients used meet the GOTS organic & non-toxic standard. Naturepedic only uses GOTS certified and approved cotton, wool & latex. This brand also sells baby & kids mattresses as well. However, that pricing is different. No adhesives used because everything that is attached is hand sewn or clipped or heat sealed. Quoted from Mamavation on her Organic Mattresses Investigation.

If there is, indeed, nothing lovelier than a tree, artist Bryan Nash Gill reminds us why. This fun memory game based on his best-selling book, Woodcut, offers twenty-six distinctive woodcut prints (fifty-two pairs) nested in a handsome keepsake box. The arboreal rings come to life in exquisite detail to challenge your mind and beautify your table.

This fun gift is one for both boys and girls! What's not to love about magic and casting spells?! This crystal ball also features interactive games and can be used as a night light for a magical bedtime experience.

A fun gift for tweens, teens and college bound students to decorate their rooms with and highlight their favorite photos!

Studies have shown that weighted blankets can have a calming effect with children and adults that have sensory processing disorder. Research has also shown that they could be an aid to help reduce anxiety in the same condition. In addition to providing a calming effect and reducing anxiety with its gentle pressure that mimics a hug, it seems to help people to fall asleep and stay asleep.

• Pretend food truck activity center with 2 sides of interactive play and 20+ removable play pieces
• 3 Smart Stages learning levels teach shapes & colors, counting, the alphabet, size & sequencing, opposites, sharing, taking turns, and more
• 125+ songs, sounds & phrases! “Magical” cash register reads all 4 menu cards. Press the number buttons to “ring up” orders, and push the music button for a playlist of learning songs

Another fun way for tweens and teens to decorate their rooms! Check the full description on Amazon for compatibility.

No need to worry about cords, it's a wireless charging station for your tween or teen to charge their phone, watch and more.

Here's a fun gift idea ! Everyone loves kawaii, the adorable Japanese art style found in comics, TV, fashion, and more. Now, this easy-to-use kit brings that charm to the world of tarot! Packaged with an accessible guidebook to help you interpret your readings, this 78-card deck features a sweet pastel-colored design that will appeal to avid tarot readers and kawaii collectors alike.

• Meet the Echo Dot - Their most popular smart speaker with Alexa. The sleek, compact design delivers crisp vocals and balanced bass for full sound.
• Voice control your entertainment - Stream songs from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, SiriusXM, and others. Play music, audiobooks, and podcasts throughout your home with multi-room music.

Have all your wearables charge on one stand. Compatible with Apple Watch 45mm/44mm and 41mm/40mm Series 7/SE/6/5 /4/3 /2/1, AirPods Pro and Phone Series 13/12/11/X/8/7/6S/5（Original Cable Required) Black

Two PS4 wireless gamepad would be fully charged simultaneously in 3 hours, individual charging would be faster.

Invite the cosmos into your tub with this interstellar bomb. An awesome mix of refreshing peppermint and neon colors will send your mood rocketing, while popping candy takes you on a trip around the Milky Way.

Portable, vintage-inspired turntable, totally exclusive to UO, housed in a creamy faux leather briefcase, with rose gold hardware from the experts at Crosley. This entry-level record player is perfect for playing your favorite vinyl LPs or streaming your essential digital hits and comes complete with everything you need for the ultimate vinyl experience.

The Tickle Plenty series is perfect for creating a fun escape without leaving home.

For something a bit different that will literally light up the room this cool 3D retro Motorcycle LIght. 7 color change / dimmable modes / 4 color flicker modes (flash, flash, fade and fluid) / two power supply methods: 3 * AAA battery or normal USB connection

The internationally bestselling phenomenon with over 7 million copies sold! Paint, poke, create, destroy, and wreck—to create a journal as unique as you are.

Kids learn how to code their very own game. They learn valuable coding skills while having a ton of fun.

Elastic card holder is perfect for individuals who want a slim design without sacrificing functionality. This durable card holder can comfortably hold between 2-8 CARDS plus CASH!

PopGrip Sparkle features a swappable PopTop with real glitter paper, lots of texture, and lots of sparkle, sparkles may fall off over time

Turn off the devices and go to your yard or a park for some outdoor family time. We're sharing some ideas that will get you moving and having fun.

Have the moon on your table and the stars in your sky with these gorgeous celestial lamps. They make great nightlights for kids, great lighting for parties, and can even set the mood for any event.

This multicooker not only acts as a slow cooker, pressure cooker, rice maker, reheater, and baking oven, but because it uses steam and heat plus pressure to cook, you get sous vide results without all the hassle! It truly does it all!