Step2 Is Making Parker’s Summer Shine Brighter: A Review And Giveaway

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Note: This is a compensated (Parker received his Sand and Water Transportation Station for free) review and giveaway from Step2.

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It was a warm summer’s morning. Parker had been signing “outside” since he woke up, hours before.

Finally, after the medications, the morning therapies, bath time, trach change and breakfast, it was time to go outside.

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When you are a medically fragile kid with special needs your whole world becomes the area within your backyard fence.

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And it is your Mom’s job to try and provide as many typical experiences as possible.

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Despite all the cords, tubing and bags and bottles that trail after you each step of the way.

Because typical is often found in the eye of the beholder.

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On this most magical of mornings, Parker stepped out into his world to discover the Sand and Water Transportation Station sent to him by Step2 toys.

We set Parker’s table up with rice and water. Because sand and trachs make this Mama even more nervous than usual. But the beauty is that you can use anything in this toy made by Step2.

Birdseed
Different colors of water.
Jello
Clear water with different colors of ice cubes.
Popcorn
Dried beans and lentils.

Only your imagination limits you and your child’s experience with this toy.

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And may I just say, Parker luuuurved this toy. Thank you, Step2

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He delighted in it.

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He engaged with this toy. Which made his Mama’s heart sing.

And now the good folks over at Step2 would like to offer YOU a chance to win a Sand and Water Transportation Station.

Entering is easy. Simply visit Step2 toys and then come back and let me know what other toys interest you. Don’t just cheat off of the comments of others…..ahem…..go to the site and look around for yourself.

Easy no? And weren’t there some great toys to discover?

Other ways to win:Want to earn an extra entries?

1. Follow us on Twitter. We are 5MinSpecNeeds

2. Tweet this giveaway @5MinSpecNeeds

3. And while you’re at it, how about a little Shout Out for Step2? A company that understands the value of advertising directly to parents of children with special needs. Just leave your lurve in the comments section.

This contest will run through Friday, July 10th.

Offer available in the U.S. AND Cananda!

Please be sure to read our Terms and Conditions.

You can also find Tammy and Parker hanging out at their other blog, Praying for Parker and on Twitter where they are known as ParkerMama.

I am the mother of 5 wonderful kids. My youngest, Parker, is a medically fragile blessing with Down's Syndrome. I am @ParkerMama on Twitter.
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222 Responses to Step2 Is Making Parker’s Summer Shine Brighter: A Review And Giveaway
  1. Maja
    July 10, 2009 | 5:10 pm

    little helper’s work bench is so cool.

  2. Susanne Troop
    July 10, 2009 | 5:29 pm

    LifeStyle Grand Walk-In Kitchen would be great for my daughter!

  3. Barbara Cafarelli
    July 10, 2009 | 5:51 pm

    While perfect for my little guy I think my 10 year old would be out there climbing around with his brother on the Naturally Playful Wecolme Home Playhouse and even more so with this Sand and Water Transportation Station.. Step Two toys are rough and tough just like my guys!!! Great giveaway!! Thanks

  4. Randy Bailey
    July 10, 2009 | 7:52 pm

    Extreme Coaster

  5. Randy Bailey
    July 10, 2009 | 7:52 pm

    Twitter follower[pkbailey01]

  6. checkers
    July 10, 2009 | 8:12 pm

    Step2 »
    Play Kitchen
    »
    LifeStyle™ Custom Kitchen

  7. Leslie S.
    July 10, 2009 | 8:24 pm

    My son would love the Blue Canyon Construction Site Sandbox.Thanks!

  8. Miranda Allen
    July 10, 2009 | 9:28 pm

    the Extreme Coaster

  9. DanV
    July 10, 2009 | 10:22 pm

    I like the Extreme Coaster

  10. Sheila R
    July 10, 2009 | 10:40 pm

    I love love love the Arctic Splash water table. I almost got my son one when it was on sale but it was sold out. :(
    ilovebabynoah707@yahoo.com

  11. Annette Burke
    July 10, 2009 | 11:03 pm

    My son would love the Fun Flow Play Sink. He’s constantly trying to get up to turn the faucets on.

  12. Annette Burke
    July 10, 2009 | 11:04 pm

    I follow on Twitter @funnyjello

  13. Night Owl Mama
    July 10, 2009 | 11:12 pm

    I’m so interested in the Canopy wagon I want it to bad!!

  14. Night Owl Mama
    July 10, 2009 | 11:13 pm

    I FOllow on Twitter
    Nightowlmama

  15. Night Owl Mama
    July 10, 2009 | 11:23 pm

    Wooo Who you go Step 2 love you love your products

  16. Keara
    July 10, 2009 | 11:28 pm

    I like the neighborhood fun center…

  17. Keara
    July 10, 2009 | 11:29 pm

    Here is my shout out to step 2. I have many of their products and LOVE them all!

  18. SECRET BURKHEISER
    July 10, 2009 | 11:57 pm

    My daughter would love the Naturally Playful Exploring Nature Combo.

  19. SECRET BURKHEISER
    July 10, 2009 | 11:58 pm

    I am following you on twitter.

    SECRETDL

  20. SECRET BURKHEISER
    July 11, 2009 | 12:03 am

    Step 2 is a wonderful company. We love their products!!! We own several of the pedal cars and lots of the toys. They are very durable and I think will last forever!!!