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Dorm room essentials from a boy moms perspective
41 items
By
Chelsea Waller
As a boy mom, I know without my help he would show up with a blanket and pillow and call it good… 🤦🏼♀️
Sections
7
Bed
Laundry
Hygiene essentials
Food prep
Room comfort
Cleaning
Bed
Those dorm mattresses are not the most comfortable.
SINWEEK 2 Inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper Twin XL
Cool, comfy, bedding is a must
Dorm Room Essentials 5-Piece Twin XL Comforter Set
Not only stylish but very functional and adds comfort to the bed
TESICA White Headboard Wedge Bed Rest Pillow
Comfort is key when doing homework in your dorm room
Wenqik Wedge Pillow Triangular Backrest
Bedsure is always a good choice for comfortable bedding
Bedsure Twin Comforter Set - 5 Pieces Black
Mattress pad cover is a must
Bedsure Twin XL Soft Mattress Pad Topper
Throw blankets make the room feel like home
NEWCOSPLAY Super Soft Dark Navy Throw Blanket
You can never have to many pillows
EIUE Hotel Collection Bed Pillows 2 Pack Queen
Every dorm bed needs a mattress protector.
Twin XL Cooling Waterproof Mattress Cover
Laundry
Check with your dorm to see if pods are allowed some don’t.
Tide Pods
Hamper with wheels is very handy
Goodpick 75L Laundry Basket with Wheels
Rolling laundry basket
HomeHacks 75L Large Capacity Rolling Laundry Basket
Hygiene essentials
A shower caddy that can fit all that he needs and can easily carry to and from the shower room
Mesh Shower Caddy Portable Quick Dry Toiletry Bag
Everyone needs a good pair of shower shoes
Mens Shower Shoes
A toothbrush sanitizing case is essential to keeping a brush clean when transporting to and from the bathroom
Pursonic Portable UV Toothbrush Sanitizer Case
Big towels are a must
Tens Towels 2 Pack Extra Large Bath Sheets 35x70
Some simple wash cloths come in handy
Washcloths - Towels: Home & Kitchen
Always important to have some essentials on hand
Band-Aid Travel Ready Portable First Aid Kit
Food prep
This shelf provides space for things around the fridge. Added storage
3-Tier Coffee Bar Cabinet with Mini Fridge Space
Having a mini fridge with a little freezer is great for frozen foods.
Mini Fridge With Freezer
Always good to have a pitcher of water ready and available
Brita Pitcher
Some dorms do not allow air fryers so make sure to check
Ninja Air Fryer - Roast, Bake, Broil, Dehydrate
Air fryer liners make clean up easy. We all know they take the simple route
SIUDANGKA 200 Pcs Air Fryer Liners Parchment
Room comfort
Desk/dresser lamp to keep the harsh overhead lights off when wanted
Ascher RGB Table Lamp Color Changing
Easy to grab and go and keep all essentials in one place.
Bedside Wall Organizer
Dorm windows let in a lot of light
63 Inch Blackout Curtains
No drilling needed. Peel and stick!
SIMEWIN No Drilling Curtain Rods 30-45 Inch
Essential to hang things in a dorm
Command 5 lb Large Utility Hooks with Strips
Always a good choice
IRIS USA WOOZOO Air Circulator Fan, Remote
Comfy seating
Posh Creations Structured Comfy Bean Bag Chair
Dorm rooms can be old and musty
FETIONS Air Purifier for Home Bedroom Pets
Dual purpose items are a must for students
Alarm Clock Wireless Charging
Everyone sleeps better with a fan moving air
Amazon Basics 16" Pedestal Fan with Remote
Storage is limited
3 Tier Rolling Cart
A rug adds comfort and makes the room more homey
Andecor Soft Fluffy 4x6 Feet Shaggy Rug
A power tower is always helpful. Never enough plugins
BEVA Power Strip Tower Surge Protector USB
Cleaning
Boys need something quick and simple for clean up
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Clean and fresh looking
Amazon Basics Smudge Resistant Small Rectangular Trash Can
Cuts down on bad smells
Hefty Small Trash Bags, Fabuloso Scent, 4 Gal, 52 Ct
Easy clean up
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Value Pack 75 Ct
Computer stuff
Computer is the number one need for college students
Apple 2025 MacBook Air 13-inch M4 Chip
