A new concept for Moms, Dad's, Grandparents and other family members.
Audrey Zardkoohi and Elizabeth Baumgarten were enjoying a play date with their children approximately a year ago. While chatting, the two women found themselves back on a familiar topic - children’s toys. They were both complaining about the money they spent on toys that got little use, the craft projects that needed so many items they became ridiculously expensive, and the guilt they felt when they did not have enough time to plan meaningful activities for their children. They talked about exchanging toys with one another, but then realized that they had purchased many of the same items and in reality, an exchange would not fix the problem. There were too many conflicts that could arise. They knew there had to be a better way.
Audrey is the mother of Ava (4) and Maddox (1). Originally from Orange County, California, she currently resides in Aurora, Colorado with her children and husband, Mack. Audrey earned a Master’s Degree in Social Work from UCLA and has an extensive background in child welfare and development as well as child therapy. She worked as a social worker for several years before deciding to become a stay at home mother to her children.
Elizabeth is the mother of Alex (5) and Shawn (2). She and her husband, Jason, are both from Tampa, Florida and now reside in Centennial, Colorado. Elizabeth earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Florida State University and worked in the sports and entertainment industry for several years before deciding to go to graduate school to become an educator. Upon completing her Master’s Degree from the University of South Florida, she taught elementary school before becoming a stay at home mother to her sons.
The women had the knowledge and background to research and find a product that would meet their needs. Their first step was searching the Internet for toy rentals or exchange programs, but most companies were so expensive it defeated their need to “tryout” toys before buying. While bouncing ideas around and still searching, they thought about how perfect it would be to receive a different set of toys each month, centered around a common theme. It would be similar to the enthusiasm they felt when receiving the monthly Ranger Rick or Highlites magazine as kids, but so much more. From there the ideas snowballed. What if they got toys and a craft project? What if they also received a CD, a DVD… Still they found nothing online that met their needs. It was at this time, the two moms began their small basement business. They figured that if it were a product they needed and wanted, it would be something other parents, guardians, daycares workers would need as well.
Each bucket is created with their own children in mind. In addition, these mothers use their extensive knowledge of child development to create a monthly product that is entertaining, educational, and allows opportunities for parents to be involved, rather than add stress to their already difficult job of raising bright, well-rounded, creative children. And that is how My Busy Bucket was born.
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Hit a home run with your kids at this fun and exciting event featuring sports-themed games and activities. Make your own trail mix, play games and make sporting crafts. Check back here for more details as they become available.