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Farm and Ranch Mom must haves
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items Things I’ve found that make long days in the tractor, on the ranch and at the arena a little easier
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On the Farm
On the go
What to wear?
Feeding the fam
Mommas toolkit 😎
On the Farm
My boys LOVE Rowdy Ringo Books - we read them daily!
Cow Tales: Barn Storming by Betts & Others
Tractor naps are almost a guarantee and here's a blanket that can handle them
Firm Duck Sherpa-Lined Blanket | Men's Cozy Collection - Carhartt
I've used these in the tractor since Chris was 18 months old and he's almost 5 and still likes them!
Water WOW! Animals - ON the GO Travel Activity | Melissa & Doug
My husband was a trucker for 12 years and these are still his favorite headsets - we use them daily!
Headsets - Blue Tiger USA
We got a Tonies for Christmas and my boys just love it. It’s cut down on our screen time usage and keeps them entertained so I can get things done!
tonies® - Screen-Free Audio Player for Kids | Fun & Educational Toys
Recently got these for talking to the kids when we are working on the farm
Midland GXT1000VP4 Two-Way GMRS Handheld Radio
I've used this baby wrap to free up my hands with both boys - toting them along in the tractor or working cattle with ease!!
Baby K'tan Active Yoga Baby Carrier | Heather Black
I used this a lot with smaller babes - stick a Boppy and some toys in it with a earlier sitter (and mom needs her hands) or used it as a safe place for baby to sleep while traveling
Fisher Price On-the-Go Baby Dome in Windmill
We haven't used a crib with either of our boys because we used this instead! We did add a mini crib mattress so it would be comfier.
Pack 'n Play® Rock 'n Grow™ Playard
We loved this when our oldest was 2-4 so much we bought a new one when the first broke
LeapFrog 2-in-1 LeapTop Touch
We don’t give our kids tablets often but this came out this summer for some very long afternoons in the combine
Leapfrog Academy Tablet - Green
These are super fun for the tractor or long pickup rides
Rainbow Drawing Board - Gigglescape™: LCD Writing Tablet Kids, Magnetic Doodle Mat, Creative Toy for Ages 3+
Mom hack: expo markers on windows are great entertainment for littles!
Expo 4pk Dry Erase Markers Fine Tip Black
Bought this for baby #2 and have loved using it on the farm!!
Motorola Pip12 Travel Audio Baby Monitor
On the go
The real MVP of strollers for jackpots, working outside and rodeos! Room for both kids too!
Pivot Xplore All-Terrain Stroller Wagon
Another must have at our house for keeping the boys safe, comfy and contained. I've set it up at arenas, by my garden or near the working chute.
born free NISA Playard - Easy Pop Open Portable ...
My favorite baby sized car seat, it's light to carry, well padded for comfort, easy to buckle and unbuckle and the straps tighten smoothly. Recently used a different brand while traveling and baby was not a fan!
KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex Infant Car Seat - Obsidian
Another stroller we tote places, great for when I just take the little guy or jogging on our road. Rodeo, calf show and barrel racer approved!!
TRE Jogging Stroller - Galaxy
I guarantee a mom designed this because she wanted a car seat that was easy to clean (the cover zips off), easy to install (I can switch vechicles in 2 min) and comfy for her kids! Easily the best investment I've made as a mom
NextFit Zip Convertible Car Seat - Carbon
Great tractor entertainment! Suction cups to the window so it doesn’t get lost!
Fat Brain Toys Baby and Toddler Learning Toy PipSquigz Loops - Orange
What to wear?
I've always loved my carhartt vests with their huge pockets, perfect for taggers, darts, gloves, bolts and whatever else I might need
Women's Vests - Carhartt
This are my favorite winter pants for riding or chores!
Work Hard Play Hard Black
The worlds most perfect roping glove
Winter Barn Gloves - Classic Equine
Got my first pair of Merrill's last winter and my feet actually stay warm during chores now - even at -15
Shop All Women's Boots | Merrell
I like these because they keep the kids dryer than regular ones so we can play longer!!
Kids Snow Bibs | Columbia Sportswear
Gotta keep the chore help warm
Boys' Coats, Jackets & Outerwear (4-16) - Carhartt
A must have for winters on the ranch!
Rain Boots for Kids, Snow Boots for Kids | Kids BOGS
I love these shirts for everyone in the summer, stay cool and avoid sunburn!
Boys' PFG Terminal Tackle™ Long Sleeve Shirt
Can’t spend all day outside without a good pair of sunnies!! These don’t get stuck in my hair and aren’t crazy expensive if I loose or break them
Black on Black Seventy Nines
Honestly my favorite sweatshirts - they are so warm and cozy, and look nice even after extensive wear and washing! Cell phone pocket is a huge plus as well
Women's Relaxed Fit Midweight Logo Sleeve Graphic Hoodie
If this weather keeps up the -22 windchill during chores, this might make my must haves!
Milwaukee M Women's Heated Vest Kit Black
For the man child in your life - because they can’t have too many hoodies!! Great valentines gift!
Milwaukee L Banded Sleeve Men's Hooded Hoodie Black
Keep ya comfy, keep ya cool - because our ice cold winter won’t last forever!
Milwaukee Gridiron XXL Short Sleeve Men's Round Neck Blue Tee Shirt
Feeding the fam
Combine operator and cook are two of my many skills, so we leave with a loaded cooler most days!
Durable Hard-Sided Coolers for Any Adventure - RTIC
We go through a ton of water so I love bringing one of these along to fill cups out of!
RTIC Outback Jug: All-Day Hydration, Leak-Proof Design
This may have been made for a tractor cab- fits perfect by my window and just the right size for lunch and snacks!
Soft Pack Cooler: Leakproof & Built to Float | RTIC
My theory is if the kids have a cool water bottle, they leave mine alone!
Rambler® Jr 12 oz Kids Water Bottle
The problem with tractors is they all have different size cup holders, so I love this water bottle as it can go in all of them!
Rambler® 26 oz Water Bottle
These were fantastic for packing lunches last summer!
Rubbermaid 20pc TakeAlongs Meal Prep Divided Rectangle Containers Set: BPA-Free, Microwave & Freezer Safe, Lunch Containers
This is fantastic for bringing a variety of snacks along to the field
Cook With Color 8 Compartment Snack Box with Handle Sage: Portable Snack Organizer & Container Set, Hand Wash
Mommas toolkit 😎
The last thing I want to be is a damsel in distress - because out here in the middle of nowhere it might be a hot minute before Prince Charming shows up to rescue me. And this momma is perfectly capable of fixing quite a few things for herself!
As unimpressed as I was to find this under the Christmas tree, I have to admit to using it all the time! Great for cleaning tractor cabs and pickup floors, small enough you can throw in to rake along
Milwaukee M18 Bagless Cordless HEPA Filter Compact Vacuum
One thing I don’t like to leave home without during harvest, this is great for blowing off equipment - or super dirty husbands
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3017-20 120 mph 500 CFM 18 V Battery Handheld Leaf Blower Tool Only
The last thing I want to be is a damsel in distress - because out here in the middle of nowhere it might be a hot minute before Prince Charming shows up to rescue me. This handy dandy tire inflator has saved my day more than once!
Milwaukee M12 12 V 120 psi Tire Inflator
My grandpa got all us girls these one years with strict orders to keep them in our horse trailers. Not only was this my most used Christmas gift ever (for a lot more than tires) it also started our love for Milwaukee tools!
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1/2 in. Cordless Brushless Impact Wrench Tool Only
Because if you have the impact, you also need the sockets!
Milwaukee ShockWave 1/2 in. drive SAE 6 Point Deep Impact Rated Socket Set 19 pc
Does anyone else have a house drill and shop drill? This set was a great investment for our shop!
Milwaukee M18 Cordless Brushed 2 Tool Drill/Driver and Impact Driver Kit
Another tool we have multiples of, this is great for working on equipment in small spaces when the big impact doesn’t fit
Milwaukee M12 FUEL 1/2 in. Cordless Brushless Impact Wrench Tool Only
If you gotta buy batteries, get the big ones. And get more than one, or that one will always be dead!!
Milwaukee M18 RedLithium XC 6 Ah Lithium-Ion High Output Battery Pack 2 pc
I bought myself this for my birthday last year and boy do I use the heck out of it. Trim trees, cut down baby trees in the pasture, clear fence lines and more. I love that it always starts - I struggle with pull cord starters.
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3004-20 Hatchet 8 in. 18 V Battery Pruning Saw Tool Only
My husband wasn’t sold on this when I bought it, but it’s sure handy if you break down at night - or if you shut the breakers off and install new light fixtures while he isn’t home 🤣
Milwaukee M18 Rover 1500 lm LED Battery Handheld Flood Light
Need a gift for your farmer or rancher? These are the best gloves according to mine! Keep your fingers warm but you can still work on stuff, but be warned they do melt 🤦♀️
Milwaukee Winter Dipped Gloves Red L 1 pair