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Bearegards, a Review

April 7, 2016 By Shann 22 Comments

Bearegards

A couple of weeks ago, I received a request for a review from a company called Bearegards. I’m pretty selective when it comes to products I review on the blog, but when I heard the story behind this product, and why this company was formed, I couldn’t say no.

Not to mention, I was pretty sure my kids would love this stuffed animal activity.

a review of bearegards

Spoiler Alert: I was right.

A little background

Gary Beauregard, the founder of Bearegards, served in the military and was gone from his family for long periods of time. He had young children at home, who were understandable upset and missing their Dad when he was away. He found that they were comforted if they could hear his voice, so he made a recordable message, and put it in a stuffed animal. They could then have something to cuddle and comfort them, while their Dad served our Country.

Even though this isn’t a completely new idea, I loved the inspiration behind this company and it’s products. It’s a small family run business, which I also love.

Many possibilities

Bearegards offers a wide variety of stuffed animals that you get to stuff yourself, and then record a message and put inside. Not only can you send them to loved ones that live far away, but they make such special gifts to friends or relatives that are sick in the hospital. These stuffed animals make great baby shower gifts, with the parents being able to record their babies heartbeat and put it inside. What an amazing keepsake that would be!

In addition to ordering single animals with recordable messages, you can also order party packs. That way, you can have a stuffed animal party right in your own living room. Everyone can stuff their own animal, and then take it home as a party favor. No need to get everyone to the mall, wait in long lines, and spend tons of money. The great thing about Bearegards, is that everything is shipped to your home, and the price is considerable less than a large chain store version.

How we partied

We received both a recordable bear and a party pack bear.

For the recordable bear, we decided to make a message for Daddy for his birthday, and let him take it to work. That way, when he’s missing us, he can just listen and have a cuddle. Plus, it eliminated me from picking which boy got to keep it.

The party pack bear we used as a birthday activity for Daddy’s birthday. Hee hee.

daddy and bearegards

Both packages came with detailed instructions that were easy to follow. Fluff the stuffing, stuff it in the back, making sure to push it all the way into the feet and arms, add the recordable, and zip it closed.

It also came with a little star to put inside. The little ones can make a wish on it before putting it in. We gave it a kiss.

bearegards

The stuffed animals come with their very own birth certificate, which Mr. B filled out, and a t-shirt. The kids could even decorate that too.

bearegards

A couple of things we learned:

1.Fluffing the stuffing was REALLY fun.

fluffing bearegards stuffing

2.Mom or Dad will need to help push the stuffing all the way to the toes and hands of the animal.

3.Make sure you have plenty of room, and I would recommend hardwood or tile floors, as the stuffing can get everywhere. At least if your kids are as crazy as mine.

Overall, the boys had a great time with the activity, and the bears were really cute. I think it would be a really fun birthday party theme and activity. I would recommend it for kids at least 5-years-old, as it was hard to get the twins to really stuff it or make the message….although, they loved the final product.

all three bearegards

I love anything that you can personalize, and if I had been given one at my baby shower, I would have loved it.

If you’d like to learn more about Bearegards, you can visit their website, Facebook page, or follow them on Instagram.

Check out their site and let me know what animal you would choose, and who would you send it to.

*This post was not sponsored, however, we were given the products in exchange for an honest review. No stuffed bears were hurt in the making of this post.

 

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: activity, baby shower, baby shower gift, bearegards, birthday, Birthday Party, Family, military, party favor, spouse, stuffed animal

Comments

  1. Jenny says

    April 7, 2016 at 9:00 am

    What a fun activity for the whole family!
    xoxo, Jenny

    Reply
  2. Jasmin says

    April 7, 2016 at 9:14 am

    What a cute product and your boys seemed like they had an amazing time. Guess I know what I’ll be getting my hands on once my little one is a bit bigger. Great review!

    Reply
  3. Patty D says

    April 7, 2016 at 10:50 am

    My daughter really loves going to the big chain teddy store in the mall but her autism doen’t allow her to enjoy the experience or stay long because it is not sensory friendly, noise, lighting etc. This would allow us to still celebrate her birthday and she could enjoy creating a new friend in the comfort of her own home. What a unique idea.

    Reply
  4. Sarah @ Foxy's Domestic Side says

    April 7, 2016 at 12:04 pm

    OH my goodness so, so cute! Love it. Would be a cute gift to get a big brother/sister to give to their little brother/sister…

    Reply
  5. Samantha says

    April 7, 2016 at 1:41 pm

    I love small family companies, and this bear looks like a winner! I love that they can mail you a kit to do yourself at home! That makes it so much easier.

    Reply
  6. Becky @Disney in your Day says

    April 7, 2016 at 1:55 pm

    What a sweet idea! I love that it’s something you can do at home too.

    Reply
  7. Sue Allen says

    April 7, 2016 at 3:08 pm

    This looks like so much fun! I bet my toddler would love doing this as well.

    Reply
  8. Charlotte says

    April 7, 2016 at 3:17 pm

    Oh, my heart…. <3 this is so incredibly sweet. Love the inspiration for this small business, and think it's a wonderful keepsake for the kiddies whose parents are away for long periods of time.

    Excuse me… someone is chopping up onions in here…

    *sniff sniff*

    Reply
  9. Joanna says

    April 7, 2016 at 3:53 pm

    How fun! I love that they send the kits to your house to do. Love it:)

    Reply
  10. Clare Speer says

    April 7, 2016 at 4:36 pm

    This is a great idea! I mean we all love stuffed animals – but putting a recorded message inside for our loved ones – never heard of that and I think that’s a fabulous idea! And I love, love, love seeing your pics of your beautiful family! Keep these family posts coming! I’ll be back to read more!

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      April 8, 2016 at 1:03 pm

      Awe. Thank you so much!

      Reply
  11. Kara Schwieterman says

    April 7, 2016 at 6:57 pm

    How cool is this! If/when we have kids this would be perfect since my hubby works third shift!

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      April 14, 2016 at 6:06 pm

      Yes, that is perfect 🙂

      Reply
  12. Beth_Daily_Dog_Tag says

    April 7, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    What a great idea to give to their dad as a birthday gift! My daughter made similar bears for her brothers when they were young and I think it made them extra special to all of us.

    Reply
  13. Rica Lewis says

    April 7, 2016 at 9:57 pm

    What a cute idea! And it looks like your boys had a blast with it!

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      April 14, 2016 at 6:06 pm

      They really did!

      Reply
  14. Sarah @ Foxy's Domestic Side says

    April 7, 2016 at 10:26 pm

    What a great gift idea! So unique! Now who can I get this for!

    Reply
  15. Cynthia @craftoflaughter says

    April 8, 2016 at 8:35 am

    What a perfect way for far away family to be able to connect with little ones too!

    Reply
  16. Belle Vie A Deux says

    April 8, 2016 at 9:47 am

    This is an adorable idea- yes it’s been done B.A.B but the cause and being a small family run business is awesome. I also love that you could do it at home. So sweet!

    Reply
  17. Olivia McGarvey says

    April 8, 2016 at 10:18 am

    These are so cute! I’ll have to try them out with my guy when he gets a little older!

    Reply
  18. Angie @chasingmyhalo.com says

    April 9, 2016 at 1:18 pm

    Those are really cute and the wishing star almost made me tear up a little! i love how you can record your own message. A major upgrade from Teddy Ruxspin and his hard body for the cassette! Do you remember him?

    Reply
    • Shann Eva says

      April 14, 2016 at 6:05 pm

      Oh yes!!!

      Reply

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