I just gave birth to my second bundle of joy and let me tell you, as much as I love them both, it's hard having a toddler and a newborn! Here's a few things that make my day to day life easier!
I seriously have not gone a day without this, it's a life saver! I never got one with my first and was worried it would be hard to figure out but it took two tries to have it down! Now I can be productive while comforting my newborn and even nursing!
Supportive Baby Carrier Wraps
I can open AND close this with one hand. Compatible with almost any stroller
Snap And Go Stroller
The more simple, the better. For easy in and out when my older child needs attending to quickly so I have a safe place to put baby down
Bouncers & Rockers - Baby
I personally do NOT like the electric version of this, but the manual one is a life saver when the Littles are stuffed up
NoseFrida the SNOTSUCKER – Frida
Of all the carseats I've tried this is the most convenient. The straps adjust without taking them out of the holes and the base is super easy to put in and out.
Baby Trend EZ-Lift 35 PLUS Car Seat, Ultra Grey
Swaddling made easy, do I need to say more?
Baby Swaddles
Did you know? Children's and Infants tylenol are the same, infants are just marked up higher! If you buy children's for an infant you may just need to buy a syringe for smaller dosage as the children's tylenol typically comes with a cap for measuring...
Acetaminophen Dosage Chart for Children & Infants
Pro tip, these are great for taking off the carseat and putting right on yourself to nurse!
Car Seat Covers for Babies - Nursing ...
This might be a hot take: I prefer cutting my baby AND toddlers nails with baby scissors over nail clippers. It's easier to control and less likely to cause injury
Simba Baby Safety Scissors : Baby Nail Clippers
This was my favorite way to introduce fruits to my first! And it's such a good teething tool too!
NatureBond Baby Food Feeder/Fruit ...
I like giving my toddler the option to walk or ride, it makes getting some fresh air less of a hassle!
Baby Toddler Double Stroller
Not only are these good for introducing books to baby, they're good for toddlers going through destructive phases too!
Indestructible Baby Books
With my first baby I held off on giving a pacifier but the second one I gave pretty much right away and it made night's so much smoother. It also did not affect feeding at all
MAM Night Pacifiers 0-6 Months, Best for ...
With my second I decided not to get her bibs until she was on table food
Burp Cloths
I've decided I'm done with button up sleepers and the two zipper feature is a must for quick changes
2 Way Zipper
This is a must for their sensitive scalps
Safety 1st Cradle Cap Brush and Comb, White/Blue
Now I don't always have the luxury of feeding sitting down (that's when the baby wrap is helpful) but when I do I always use a nursing pillow
Nursing Pillow
The best pacifier clips, they won't pinch little fingers as they get more curious!
Mam Pacifier Clip
These are usuefull with one kid, necessary with more than one!
Best Rear Facing Car Seat Mirrors
Lifesaver in the summer when the older child/ren want to be outside but it's too hot for the little one!
AMACOOL Battery Operated Stroller Fan Flexible
Another tool to aid in outdoor play for older siblings! To protect the ones that are too little to defend themselves
Mosquito Net For Baby
I love the ones that have an infant and toddler seat, this one even has multiple settings to grow with them!
Double Strollers | Twin Strollers - Baby Jogger
Ok this one might be controversial but it keeps my toddler safe so it's a win for me! Hers has wings so she loves wearing it too!
Toddler Backpack Leash Harness - Target
For when they're too big for a swaddle and too little for a blanket
