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Boy Mom Survival Kit: 10 Things Every Boy Mom Needs

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Raising boys is loud, messy, funny, and full of love. Here’s a simple survival kit every boy mom understands.
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🧃 Everyday Essentials

These are the things every boy mom learns to keep nearby.
 
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Boys eat like tiny athletes. Always carry snacks. I get my son these Crunch Pak Grab N Go! Sliced Apples Multi-Pak Tray with 1.8oz Individually Packaged Bags, 6 Pack b/c they are easy to just grab mess free and the way my son eat they are gone before...
Endless snacks!!
 
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Boys eat like tiny athletes. Always carry snacks. My baby and myself love this Cheez-It Original Snack Mix. I get this family pack and small zip lock bags to separate them so it’s easy for me to just grab and go
Endless Snacks!
 
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Boys eat like tiny athletes. Always carry snacks. Who doesn’t like Goldfish? I get my baby the Colors Cheddar Cheese ones
Endless Snacks
 
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Boys eat like tiny athletes. Always carry snacks. My son love crackers… from animal crackers to saltine cracks to these RITZ Original Crackers. I get the Family Size and my baby will eat on them all during the day
Endless Snacks
 
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Endless Snacks Boys eat like tiny athletes. Always carry snacks.
Mott's Gluten Free Assorted Fruit Flavored Snacks (40 Pouches)
 
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Boys explore, climb, and test limits. Helpful reminders: • Take deep breaths • Pick your battles • Redirect energy to activities • Use humor when possible • Remember they’re learning
PATIENCE Definition & Meaning
 
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Mud, juice, dirt, and mystery stains happen daily. I stock up on these sets b/c my baby go through clothes. Items to keep nearby: • Extra shirt • Extra pants or shorts • Socks • Lightweight jacket • Plastic bag for dirty clothes
Extra Clothes!!
 
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Tiny adventurers need quick fixes. Good things to keep: • Band-Aids • Kids character bandages • Antiseptic wipes • Ice packs • Small first aid kit
BAND-AID
 
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If you’re thinking about getting this urinal.. get it! I highly recommend. It’s helping my son with his aim
Animal Standing Urinal Little Boy Bathroom Toddler Pee Toilet Frog Potty Training Baby

🚗 Boy Mom Reality

Things that magically appear everywhere when you raise boys.
 
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Toy Cars Everywhere!! Matchbox cars Hot Wheels cars, Mini monster trucks, Toy construction trucks, Car play mats and Toy car carrying case
Hot Wheels Set of 20 Toy Sports & Race Cars in 1:64 Scale, Collectible Vehicles (Styles May Vary)
 
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Boys explore the world at full speed. It will be noisy and they have so much energy
Noise and Energy
 
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I don’t know what it is about boys and these things but my son have a ball with his and have them everywhere
Nerf Guns
 
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Action figures lined up everywhere😂y baby loves Spider-Man so this was a great buy!!
Action Figures
 
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Get your baby thier own tool set I promise you won’t regret it!
Toy Tool Set
 
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My baby loves stickers! He will stick them everywhere just having fun. I love to see my baby happy so I keep him stocked
Lots of stickers!!
 
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Get use to your boys jumping on the couch and wrestling😂
Couch Jumping / Indoor Wrestling
 
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omg my toddler climbs everything and if he falls… he get back up there!! Man I’m fighting for his life!!
Climbing on Everything

☕ Mom Fuel

Because moms need support too.
 
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Moms need energy too. Mom fuel ideas: • Coffee • Tea • Energy drinks • Smoothies • Protein snacks • Dark chocolate
Easy Iced Coffee Recipe
 
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When the house gets loud. Ways to reset: • Step outside for fresh air • Take a short walk • Drink water • Count to ten • Pause before reacting
Deep breaths
 
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• Protein Bars • Trail Mix • Dark Chocolate • Yogurt • Peanut Butter Snacks
Quick Energy Snacks
 
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• 5 Minutes Alone • Sitting in the Car in Silence 😭 • Late Night Quiet Time • Scrolling in Peace • Deep Breathing Breaks • Hot Shower Reset • Favorite Show / Comfort TV
Mental Reset / Survival
 
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Feel-Good Boosters
Candles
 
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Journaling is a Feel-Good Boosters
Journaling
 
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Pray!! Take some time to pray during naps and playtime
Prayer Time
 
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stay connected with your friends and family. Call them on the phone or get out the house.
Stay connected with friends and family