Holiday Gift Watch: Asana bling!

Bejewel yourself in your favorite yoga pose, symbol or expression!

Celebrated jewelry designer, Helen Ficalora's collection of yoga charms make the perfect gift for young yogis

Asana charms in silver. Most others available in sterling silver, yellow, pink, rose and white gold.

Chains sold separately.

(From $65/charm and up at helenficalora.com)

Holiday Gift Watch: Gratitude in style

c/o SpiritualGangster.com

Inspire gratitude. With this stylish, eco-friendly purse, young yogis can save their change, or spare it on others this holiday season.

(Grateful Vegan Leather Coin Purse. $24 at SpiritualGangster.com)

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Keep it real, kids!

c/o SuperLoveTees.com

Your young one will enjoy sporting these lyrics, taken from the popular James Bay song, "Let it Go."

In small, medium and large sizes. 52% combed cotton and 48% poly.

("You be You and I’ll be Me" Youth Tee in Deep Heather. $25.00 at SuperLoveTees.com)

One for the young yogi's winter wardrobe!

c/o SpiritualGangster.com

Head's up! Sport positive vibes inside and out as temps drop.

This cozy, stylish hat  is made of super-soft acrylic. One size fits most.

Comes in "Grateful," "Namaste," "Karma," and other styles.

(Pom Beanie in Black. $35 at SpiritualGangster.com)

c/o SpiritualGangster.com

Happy Thanksgiving to all. Peace, blessings, gratitude.

c/o Google Images

Need breathing space?

c/o Lighthouse Decals

Let your walls talk – or just BREATHE.

Great for the family room or kids space, this Infinity Breathe Vinyl Decal keeps the vibe peaceful and loving at home.

Easy to apply and remove, but not reusable. May be used indoors or out.

Available in 20 colors.

($7.00 at Lighthouse Decals on Etsy).

New book a stress reliever for tweens + teens

c/o Maggie DiPasquale

Q&A with Maggie DiPasquale, author of, “From StressedOut to Zenned Out: A wellness guide to mind, body, soul balance ($7.99)

KYD: Why did you decide to pen this book?

MD: I really wanted students to have resources to help them feel better, especially around managing stress. I run all these great groups and work with students one-on-one and wanted to give girls tools to have at home. Everyone is so stressed and I think we overlook how debilitating it is. You can’t be doing your best or working at full capacity if you’re stressed and anxious.

KYD: Who is the book aimed at?

MD: I wrote it with...

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Note to self!

c/o Etsy

Stylish inspiration wrapped around your finger!

Aluminum ring hand stamped with over 200 uplifting mantras.

Sizes US 4 – US 16

$11.00 each at LindaMunequita shop on Etsy.

Get Your Monkey On! New intro-to-yoga book for kids released

Start monkeying around!

A new book helps kids to master 12 beginner yoga poses and to understand the mind/body link.

Penned by a certified, adult and kids yoga instructor, intermediate and advanced-level books are coming soon.

(Yoga Monkey Kids, by author Candace Stromberg, published by Page Publishing. $12.95 at amazon.com

Monkey Around!

c/o VNT Baby Smile

Monkey around!


Little ones will enjoy hanging out (and all around) in these comfy, harem-style pants. Made of cotton spandex in sizes 0-3 months through 5T.

Happy Monkey Baby Harem Pants, $21.19 at VNT Baby Smile on Etsy.

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Cuddle me calm!

c/o BuddhaGroove.com

The perfect bedtime buddy! This peaceful, 14" tall plush in meditation promotes a soothing vibe to anyone who holds him!

The allergy-free polyester toy also supports a worthwhile cause. Sales help to benefit Save the Children charity, which brings medical care and educational opportunities to kids raised in poverty and conflict.  

c/o BuddhaGroove.com

Comes in ivory or gold.

(My First Buddha Doll. $36.00 at BuddhaGroove.com)

Sterling looks for young yogis this fall

Adorn your young one in one of these yoga-themed, silver charm necklaces.

Silver Dainty Om, Daily Hamsa, and Dainty Lotus styles.

Adjustable 18” – 20” chain.

(Each $68.00 at malacollective.com)

If walls could talk -- and heal

c/o PBTeen.com

Awaken kids' creativity by day and soothe their spirit by night with this Mandala wall decal.

Mandala, or "sacred circle," in Sanskrit, symbolizes wholeness, connection, unity and harmony.

Stylish, zenful wall décor for your youngster's personal space.

Vinyl self-adhesive, easily removable and can be repositioned. 30.5” wide x 28.55” high.

(Mandala Decal, $49.00 at pbteen.com)

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Zen on a chain.

c/o LittleGlamour

Gift your young yogi with a delicate little lotus flower in sterling silver or gold filled. Ring clasp closure.

c/o LittleGlamour

(LittleGlamour Tiny Lotus Necklace, $22.14 on Etsy)

Protective gear

The symbolic Hamsa is a sign of protection, blessings, power and strength.

Made of organic bamboo, too! A lot of goodness in a stylish tee!

Wear it well.

(TinyTotsKids. $18.73 on Etsy)

Graduation gift watch: Mini-yogi bling

c/o LovelyLittleAcorns

Young yogis will adore adorning themselves in this handmade, sterling silver mini yogi pendant on sterling silver chain. (15” – 18”) sizes available.

Packaged in sweet, drawstring, velvet bag.

(From LovelyLittleAcorns shop. $33.38/each on Etsy)

Jungle love!

c/o Sudara.org

Young yogis will feel wild and free in this henna-infused elephant print on an all-cotton tee.

*All proceeds from purchases are reinvested back in to this business, which employs women through sewing center partnerships in India. Investing and empowering these women with safe, nearby employment, making them less vulnerable to abuse and human trafficking.

(Magic Elephant Tee – Fuchsia. $25.00/each at sudara.org)

Wow factor in a stick-on!

 Sparkle in a flash with faux yoga tattoos

Kids through teens will love showing some bling in a flash with this temporary tattoo line.

Special “One Love” 5x7 sheet includes gold, silver, and black 7 chakras, ohm sign, yin yang, lotus flowers, ganesha, hamsa, decorative bindi, finger tats and other sparkles.

Custom made in Kauai, the tats are super easy to use and last 3-7 days depending upon placement and skin type.

A portion of every purchase is donated to “The One Love Movement” organization, whose cause serves underprivileged women and youth.

(One Love Yoga tats. $5/sheet at tats4now.com)

Graduation gift watch: Boho-yoga bling

Young yogis can share their loving, carefree style with these beaded, bohemian kids bracelets adorned with yoga-themed charms.

Handmade with natural hemp cord, glass beads and a little silver Buddha charm. Ornamented with orange cotton cord macramé. Silver clasp lock. Adjustable 5" + 1" chain.

(MSwithlove. $12-$13/each on Etsy)

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Graduation Gift Watch: Tiny Love

c/o KatStudio

Teach the lesson of the Lotus flower: beauty through hardship.

Sterling silver ring comes in sizes 4-11.

($24.00/each from

Katstudio on Etsy)

Graduation Gift Watch: Rootsy Malas for Kids!

This uplifting line of handmade children and adult mala jewelry is color-loaded and full of positive energy.

With each item, the seller includes a note about its color meaning. Yellow, for example, is the color of sunshine and the solar plexus chakra. It’s main energy is intellect.  Wisdom never goes out of style!


6 inches in length. Not intended for kids under age 13.

(VMYogaJewelry. $14.00/each on Etsy)

Bananas for yoga!

c/o YogaMonkeyStore

Let the walls of your little yogi's room or camp bunk reflect her.

This adorable poster is available in custom sizes.

(Yoga Monkey Poster. $10.70 at The YogaMonkey Store on zazzle.com)

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How One Teen Yogi is Designing Her Dream Life

Conscientious vibes

Thoughtfulness is in

style!

Sizes 6 months

to Youth Large.

Comes in multiple

colors.

(Imagine Mint Be

Mindful Shirt. $23.00

on Etsy)

To Infinity and Beyond!

 Young yogis can express their love of life, love of self, love for others with this silver plated infinity charm bracelet. 100% water-proof, the jewelry band won’t tarnish or rust. Comes in grey or strawberry styles.

(Pura Vida Bracelets. $20.00 at Yoga-Clothing.com)

Hello fresh!

Kids will rush to brush with this fluoride-free kids toothpaste, which comes in awesome flavors like Bubble Gum and Blue Rasberry and Watermelon.

The "naturally friendly" product is free from dyes, artificial sweeteners and flavors, gluten, and sls.

(Hello kids toothpaste. $3.49 at Wallmart, Target, major retailers and Amazon.com)

Just my size!

c/o My OM Little Yoga Mat on Etsy

This right-sized mat for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, is oh-so-cute, too!

The handmade, hypoallergenic and latex free runner is also made from soy-based ink. Ships worldwide form Canada. Available in Dark Lavender, Light Blue, and Pink.

c/o My OM Little Yoga Mat on Etsy

Get your OM on, little ones!

(My OM Little Yoga Mat, $21.53 on Etsy).

Parent on the bright side

Got toddlers? Read up!

A new book titled, "Positive Parenting: An Essential Guide," (Tarcher/Perigree, $15.00), and penned by popular parenting blogger, Rebecca Eanes offers parents of small children a wealth of tips and exercises to help them to regain control of their own emotions and set a good example for their kids.

Specific pointers help to change negative thought patterns, create positive family culture, cope with common parenting challenges and communicate to children at different ages and stages.

Show the love!

 The mother/child bond is always in style.

Available in 6-24 month sizes. Ring-spun cotton. Comes in multiple colors.

(Baby Yoga Clothes Tee Shirt, $15.80 each at Zazzle)

Don't worry, do yoga!

c/o UrbanOutfitters.com

Prepare to splurge.

This zen-braided string bracelet is a go-to gift for the young yogi in your life’s graduation, birthday or other milestone celebration.

Braided strings wrap around a plated brass chain and are embellished with ceramic bead charms. Adjustable pull tab extender.Ready to splurge?

(Venessa Arizaga Namaste Happy Bracelet, $150 at urbanoutfitters.com)

Wear your smile on your sleeve!

Time to stretch!

c/o Must Have Gift

Little yogis will adore this wooden clock, featuring bunnies posing in different asanas for each hour.

A hopping great gift idea, or as children's bedroom and playroom décor.

(From Must Have Gift. $42.00/each on Etsy)

Tank time! Activewear brand rolls out young yogi summer styles

Marika, the California-based activewear company, offers a Girl’s line of tops and bottoms fit for young yogis sizes S, M and L.

Girls Bias Stripe Tank, $17.99 in Limelight, Sugar Ray, White and Aquarius

Girl’s Loose Tank, $17.99 in Black, Cockatoo, Limelight, Sugar Ray and Aquarius

Sizes S, M, L

(Available at Marika.com)

Peanuts, Crackerjacks, and yoga? Dodger Stadium sponsors "Yoga Day"

c/o Google Images

Take me out to the ball game, but then, let’s stretch!

On June 5, Marika Activewear will sponsor Yoga Day at Dodger Stadium, following a game between the LA Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves.

The field will open up to become a huge yoga retreat for beginners, seasoned yogis and everyone in between. The special event ticket package will include a game ticket, exclusively co-branded Dodgers/Marika yoga mat and the one-hour postgame yoga session, led by certified guest yoga instructors.

“As an LA-based activewear company, we are thrilled to be partnering with the LA Dodgers on this unique event. Yoga is a wellness and fitness activity that appeals to both women and men at all ages and ability levels. More and more people are turning to yoga and its many variations. The stadium venue enables thousands of participants to get a one-of-a-kind yoga experience,” says Jennifer Vathanadireg, director of marketing for parent company, FAM Brands in a press release.

Kids yoga party favors are the balm!

c/o Olivia's Party Favors

Send little yogis off with a cute and useful themed party favor!

This set of 6 all-natural lip balms are the perfect take away momento. Ingredients include organic palm oil, beeswax, soybean oil, olive oil, cocoa butter, aloe extracts, flavor, organic hemp seed oil, avocado oil and Vitamin E.

Comes in cherry flavor and shipper can customize label.

(Olivia’s Party Favors, $12.00/pack of 6 on Etsy)

Cuddle me yoga!

c/o Meddy Teddy

Meet Meddy Teddy, the small bear with the BIG message.

The fully posable plush was created to teach kids the importance of flexibility, muscle development and positive body image.

c/o Meddy Teddy

Meddy Teddy’s Los Angeles, California based creators funded their product’s development through a successful, $15,000 crowd funding campaign. For those who donated $50, the creators gifted one child a full year of yoga through their partnership with the nonprofit group, YogaFoster.

c/o Meddy Teddy

This bear is backed by karma and good intention. Snuggle up!

(Meddy Teddy bear, $30.00 at MeddyTeddy.com)