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About Christy Slavik

Christy is the owner of Mom Approved Costumes located in Cypress, Texas. Mom Approved Costumes specializes in machine washable, non-itchy, glitter free, comfortable Disney costumes!

March 6, 2016 by Christy Slavik

10 DIStracted Tips for Better Character Meets with Children

10 DIStracted Tips for Better Character Meets with Children

DIStracted Tip #1: Character meals are great for meeting lots of characters at once, but you will usually get more time with a character when meeting them in their “spots.” If your kiddos have special characters they really want to spend some time with, it might be worth standing in line. Meeting Cinderella at Cinderella’s […]

July 25, 2015 by Christy Slavik

The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights Are Back for 2015

The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights Are Back for 2015

One of my absolute favorite Christmastime traditions at the Walt Disney World Resort is going to see The Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights located within the Streets of America in Hollywood Studios. Millions of lights will come on starting November 6, 2015 and run through January 2, 2016. This display is a spectacle in every […]

July 15, 2015 by Christy Slavik

The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is Sailing onto the Disney Magic this Fall!

The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is Sailing onto the Disney Magic this Fall!

Princess and Knight cruisers rejoice! The magical experience of the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is taking to the seas aboard the Disney Magic this Fall! The Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is one of the most sought-after experiences at Walt Disney World and Disneyland and will be available starting September 19th for cruisers ages 3 to 12 on […]

May 27, 2015 by Christy Slavik

Meltdown in the Magic Kingdom

Meltdown in the Magic Kingdom

Meltdowns happen even in the most magical place on earth. It’s not really even a question of if, but when they will happen. The trick is to make sure that everyone in your group doesn’t have one at once! What are some of the main causes of a meltdown at Walt Disney World? Dehydration Heat Over-Stimulation […]

April 11, 2015 by Christy Slavik

A DiVine Interaction!

A DiVine Interaction!

Honey, I think that Bush is Moving! It’s not your imagination…if you are walking the lush pathways of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. You may have just met DiVine, an enchanting costumed character gracefully portraying a “Living Vine.” She began appearing in 1998, not long after Animal Kingdom opened its doors. The first time we saw her was purely by chance, and […]

March 29, 2015 by Christy Slavik

Disney Themed Easter Basket Ideas

Disney Themed Easter Basket Ideas

Need help putting together a Disney Themed Easter Basket? See if some of these ideas inspire you: For a Rapunzel themed basket: MAC Rapunzel Dressup “Pascal” Tape Dispenser (made by scotch) would be even better with pink washi tape MAC Rapunzel Dolly Dress (fits AG dolls and Bitty Babies) Books Hairbrush MAC Pink Gloves Washable […]

March 13, 2015 by Christy Slavik

A Mom’s Review of Cinderella

A Mom’s Review of Cinderella

 This is absolutely, positively a Mom Approved movie for ALL ages! I am VERY conservative regarding what my children see, but there is nothing dark or scary in Cinderella.  There is death of parents, but it is handled very well and is simply there to set the story.  Transitions to non-grieving scenes are quick and well […]

February 12, 2015 by Christy Slavik

Breakfast and Brunch are Bountiful at Boma

Breakfast and Brunch are Bountiful at Boma

Inside Animal Kingdom Lodge just below the lobby, is one of my favorite places at Disney to eat breakfast- Boma-Flavors of Africa, a family friendly buffet. Imagineers were successful creating a welcoming, beautiful dining atmosphere reflecting its namesake. The buffet is a diverse blend of American classic and African dishes. Visually stunning with offerings to […]

January 8, 2015 by Christy Slavik

Who Stole My Stroller?!

Who Stole My Stroller?!

Are you going to Disney? Know someone who is? (tag’em they will thank you!) We are talking strollers: which ones, how to mark them, etc. Strollers get moved at Disney Parks by Cast Members. If you ever want to find your stroller again, making it look distinctive is necessary, but doesn’t have to be hard! […]

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Caroline is the creator of Magical DIStractions and the owner of Magical Distractions Travel Co. You can read her travel articles here and at TravelingMom.com. She lives with her husband and two children on the Alabama Gulf Coast.

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