In the school of hard knocks that is childhood, you won’t always be there to protect your cubs.
But, for now, a SoftSpot by Wozzy can soften the blow. Created by a Dallas mom, the handy round mat provides a safe, cushy place for babes to lay, sit, and play.
The four-foot circle folds to a quarter of its size, making it easy to tote to the park or Grandma’s. Far better than the tattered comforter you’ve been lugging around, thick foam protects little noggins from knocks; antibacterial vinyl saves them from germs.
Use it naked (the mat, not you) or dress it up in one of six plush CoziCover designs, like modern dots or camo.
A spot-on solution for every style.
Available online at softspotbywozzy.com.
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Good
What: Make Valentine’s cards for children in local hospitals.
Why: It’s the power of love.
When: Wed., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Learning Express Toys, at Willow Bend Market, 5964 W. Parker Rd., Plano (972-473-8697); Shops at Starwood, 6959 Lebanon Rd., Frisco (214-387-8697).
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On a Canoe Tour
What: Kids ages 5 and up float down the Trinity to meet the river’s feathered and furry inhabitants.
Why: Go with the flow.
When: Sat., 8:30 a.m.-noon.
Where: Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge, 9601 Fossil Ridge Rd., Fort Worth (817-237-1111). Registration required by Thursday.
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Under the Sea 3D
What: Travel to exotic undersea locations and meet the ocean’s most mysterious residents.
Why: Go deeper — visit imax.com to download extra activities.
When: Opens Fri.
Where: Cinemark Imax Theater, at Cinemark 17, 11819 Webb Chapel Rd., Farmers Branch (972-247-8172).