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Coach’s Wife Essentials
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items These are some of the items I find myself using the most for every game day as a coach’s wife and toddler mom!
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Game Day With Small Children
Main Game Day Essentials
Game Day With Small Children
I would not be able to watch my husband’s games if I didn’t have this wagon for my toddler son! He always asks to sit in it and I bring some toys for him to play with and it keeps him busy!
Jeep® Wrangler Stroller Wagon
This has been wonderful to use especially if we’re traveling, there is no restroom available at the field, or the park bathrooms are questionable!
2-in-1 Go Potty™ with Travel Bag
For toddlers who want to be held but not strapped in…this carrier is a lifesaver! Great for quick ups and downs with handy zippered storage for phone, diaper, and wipes.
Tushbaby Hip Carrier | Baby Carrier Seat for 0–3 Years
We got this for the beach but found out it also works amazing for game days!
Pop 'N Go™ Playpen | Kids Pop-Up Tent
Clip some toys on these to keep baby busy while in the stroller or you can hang these up above on a wagon too!
Straps For Toys
My son is allergic to sunscreens so I keep this in the car in case it’s really sunny! Easy on and off especially if they get wet!!!
Sun Protective Rash Guards for Toddlers
This holds a lot and your best friend for snacking on the go. My son is 3 and we have used these since he started snacking basically.
Snack Cups
Ozark Trail Kids Canopy Chair with Safety Lock (125 lb. Capacity), Red/Blue - Walmart.com
For little ones on the go! Perfect for snacking or playing with small toys while watching the game!
Baby Delight Go with Me Jubilee Deluxe Portable Infant Chair, Removable Canopy, Gray
This is used A LOT! For the hot game days or just strolling in the park or a day at the beach. Keep your baby cool on any warm day with this!
Hoovy Portable & Rechargeable Stroller Fan with Flexible Tripod Legs, Black
I bought this every time my son grew out of the old one. Not only are the bear ears adorable but this kept my son warm all through those winter months of college baseball games. Definitely won’t regret this!
Cuddle Club One Piece Romper Hooded Fleece Onesie Jumper for Baby, Bear Blue 12-18 Mos - Walmart.com
These mini sized Play Doh cans will keep baby or toddler busy. If you sit them on the bleachers they can play with a couple of these for a while! Easy toy for on-the-go on game days!
Play-Doh 50 Pack Rainbow Favors, Bulk Mini 1 Ounce Cans & 13 Assorted Colors, Party Supplies, Non Candy Halloween Treats
For the little crawlers! This is a lifesaver at the field and it’s waterproof! With my husband being the coach, I don’t have many hands to carry a bunch of stuff, so this blanket can be the only thing you bring instead of carrying a bunch of chairs a...
Airensky Extra Large(79 "x 83") Picnic Blanket, 3-Layer Thicking Outdoor Camping Blanket, Machine Washable Beach Blanket, Waterproof and Wear-Resistant, Soft and Comfortable(Boho Orange) - Walmart.com
Party sized bubbles to keep the little kids content at the field! :) Basically anything party sized helps so you’re not carrying a bunch of things with you!
Mini Bubble Party Favors, 10 Count, by Way To Celebrate
Diaper Bag Backpack, Multifunction Diaper Bag Backpack with Changing Station, USB Charging Port & Foldable Crib, Large Capacity Travel Backpack w/Sunshade&Pacifier Case&Stroller Straps(Grey)
This fits in your purse well and is a great screen-free activity for your child to play with and keep them busy while out and about!
MAGNA-TILES microMAGS Travel Magnetic Construction Set, The Original Magnetic Building Brand, 26 Piece Travel Toy for Boys and Girls - Walmart.com
Main Game Day Essentials
I love my lulu swiftlys and these are the next best thing and warm!
MathCat Women's Long Sleeve Yoga Shirt
This is the best bag for a mom who needs to be hands free most of the time! Great for game days to just put a few essentials in!
Belt Bags
Whether you are bringing drinks for the kids or coaches, this drink carrier is very helpful!
Musbus Reusable Drink Carrier with Handle
Perfect for those cold game days! I also love to throw this on if I’m having a hard time getting out of the warm bed… this is the next best thing!
Joyfy Wearable Blanket Hoodie, Long Hooded Blanket Sweatshirt, Oversize Hoodie for Women and Men,Clothing Gift for Women Men Mom Dad,Giant Hood Pocket and Sleeves for Adult(Dark Grey,Oversize) - Walmart.com
You never know if the field you’re going to has coverage or not so it’s definitely better to have a chair with canopy just in case!
Ozark Trail Mesh Tension Rocking Camp Chair with Canopy, Blue and Grey, Detachable Rockers, Adult
No hair flyaways on game days with this wax stick!
Bed Head by TIGI Unisex Hair Wax Stick for Slick Back Hair Styling, 2.57 oz