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Tiny Toes & Mommy Knows: Navigating Toddlerhood Together!
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items Sharing some favorite finds for moms with young children since I transitioned from practicing medicine as a PA to spending most of my day taking care of little humans. Please follow for more gems that I hope to add to the lists slowly!
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Filling Little Tummies
Playful Parenting
Restful Routines
Parenting wisdom from books
Filling Little Tummies
Using an electrolysis fruit cleaning machine for prepping food for toddlers ensures a deeper cleanse, eliminating harmful chemicals and bacteria more effectively than traditional washing methods. It also breaks down pesticide residues and contaminant...& Zweifel, C. (2008). Electrolyzed water and its application in the food industry. Food Control, 19(4), 329-345.
Life changing fresh produce cleaning device that gets used a dozen times a day for cleaning berries, non peeled fruits and leafy vegetables especially when they are non-organic or straight from the muddy home garden.
GOQELK Fruit and Vegetable Washing Machine ...
We wrap rice and a spoonful of various protein or veggies in this type of crispy seaweed for a homemade child friendly sushi bite!
Best Seaweed Snacks
Our forever lunch box. Perfectly designed in every way! Anticipate moving up to the next size when the kids are in middle school. Then the Shuttle would be used for holding after school snacks.
Shuttle Stainless Steel Lunchbox
This air fryer plus steamer is a magical addition to my toddler serving kitchen and has been used every single day. Here's also a coupon for 15% off that I got after making the purchase: EWB6L37DD7. Students also get 15% off.
Multicooker, Oven, Air Fryer & More All In 1 | Ninja Combi
Used every single day in my house
Stoto Silicone Clip-on Pasta Strainer (Green)
Wash those little hands before meals and avoid eczema by using fragrance free hand soap. This is our tried and true. amzn.to/49rt4I5
Ginger Lily Farms All-Purpose Liquid Hand Soap
Best cut proof gloves for little kids to wear when practicing with their kid knives
TruChef Cut Proof Gloves for Kids Cooking
Mini sized oven gloves for when the toddlers cook
Alselo Mini Oven Mitts, 2pk - Silicone Gloves
$18.99 Stanley 40 oz splash proof cup! So useful for stationing in the car and getting more hydration in for everyone.
Hydro Flask Travel Tumbler with Lid and Straw
Playful Parenting
Playful parenting for toddlers emphasizes the joy of connection, turning everyday moments into bonding opportunities. It's crucial to be present, engaging in their world of imagination and creativity. Through play, parents can better understand their...
Really works as well as DEET or even better! Wish we tried this earlier.
Cutter Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Repellent 4oz
The Plus-Plus BIG toy offers larger pieces, making it safer and easier for toddler hands to grasp and assemble. Its simple yet versatile design encourages creativity, motor skill development, and open-ended play, tailored perfectly for young minds.
Plus-Plus Big Set, 100 pieces
Omg this app is so fun (even for the adults) we can't get enough Legos to try it out with.
Brickit — Build new things from your good old bricks
Our favorite definitive solution to displaying endless pieces of preschool art!
Art Display for Kids Artwork (48 Clips - 10ft Wire)
On sale for $19.97 (reg $34.97). Great open ended play. Stock up for birthday party gifts too! :)
LEGO Classic 90 Years of Play (11021)
We just got compliments again on these shoes which are unbreakable! And have the best playground (and slippery surfaces) grip I have ever seen. My daughter delightfully climbed up a slide wearing these whereas she had never gained enough traction to ...
Kid Shoes
So much fun! The first game my 3 year old consistently loves.
Foxmind Games: Don't Rock The Croc
25% off our favorite Yoto player at Target! Yoto is rarely on sale! Both my 3 and 1 yo loves putting in cards and being able to play their own music and stories.
Yoto Mini Audio Player
Target has some super rare double discounts on Legos right now. Great to stock up for those birthday parties!
LEGO
Mittens that don’t fall off! For real! Let's go play in the snow. amazon.com/dp/B09X7GXCX6/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_9TCY2XS2SPYAEETSW9ZN?linkCode=ml2&tag=amyzli-20
SnowStoppers Kids Waterproof Winter Mittens
Delightful, super convenient for the little Easter egg hunts! Sugar free!
Play Doh Eggs 24-Pack Non-Toxic Modeling Compound
Great deal on our favorites for travel whether by car or plane
Crayola Nickelodeon Color Wonder Bundle (3 Pack)
The Toniebox is awesome for kids because it offers an engaging, screen-free way to enjoy stories and music, sparking their imagination and creativity. Its intuitive, durable design is perfect for little hands, making it easy and fun for children to u...
tonies®
We stock up on all the schleich toys for our birthday presents stash and special toys closet whenever there is a sale like this! You can also use my code FF15AMY at checkout to get 15% off your entire purchase at schleich®.
schleich® | Toys | Figurines and Play Sets | Official Online Shop
Look for the Crayola markers deal which has packs of 10 washable markers for less than $1 each pack!
Crayola
Fabulous for mommy to wear all day long on a pool day! So relieved that I have the option to go knee deep into the water with them in what could be a swimsuit yet if I keep it dry I can just keep wearing and no have to change myself as well as wrangl...
Women's UPF 50 High Neck Swim Romper with Pockets One Piece Swimsuit - Aqua Green® Black M
An everyday casual mommy dress that allows you to pop straight into the pool (or ocean) for a swim too without changing!
Women's UPF 50 High Neck Keyhole Swim Dress - Aqua Green® Black M
Our favorite, used every single day, travel potty is on sale!
OXO Tot 2-in-1 Go Potty - Gray, 1 Count
Our just turned 2 year old can ride this balance bike and glide on it all by himself. Our 3 year old seamlessly learned the Woom 2 pedal bike almost effortlessly due to the practice she had on the Woom 1! Check out our video on @abbylilyadventures on...
woom™ children's bikes – for the love of cycling
Finally a challenging craft that totally mesmerizes the kids for hours - they keep asking for it again even after we've put it away. This kit is our favorite so far!
Magic Toys Water Elf Kit: 20 Colors Aqua Gel
Boys never get tired of these. Get them when there’s a price drop!
NERF Elite 2.0 Flip-8 Blaster, 8-Dart
Love the shoes, boots and rain gear!
Jan & Jul
Faster than the average 12V ride on toy!
KIDSCLEANCAR: 12V Portable Go Kart for Kids
Great 2-4 year old birthday gift! Half price right now.
Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets Mega Set
Best deal ever on this wonderful sled. We use this almost every snow day!
SportStuff Classick Kids Snow Sleds
Less than $1 a box of crayola markers! We always try to wait for this sale.
Crayola Broad Line Markers, 12pk, Bulk
Restful Routines
Consistency is key for restful routines, setting clear expectations for toddlers each day. Calming bedtime rituals, like reading or soft music, pave the way for a good night's sleep. Timely naps, synchronized with a child's natural rhythms, ensure re...
For the longest time, I did not believe in fancy night lights. Sleep should be a simple ability babies are born equipped with, right? We had more challenges than you could imagine but the Hatch light really helped my 3 year old get on the right track...
Hatch Rest 2nd generation - Night Light, Sound Machine, and ...
The only way my kids will use a blanket at night is on sale now. Perfect gift also for $20!
Dinosaur Kids' Hooded Blanket - Pillowfort™
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This footless walker sleeper is awesome for your 2 and 4-year-olds because it provides comfort and mobility, allowing them to move freely and stay cozy during playtime and rest.
Tealbee DREAMSUIT: Toddler Sleep Sack 2T 3T
Run! Best deal on the Paw Patrol nap mat that is an everyday favorite here.
Paw Patrol Toddler Nap-Mat Set with Pillow
Quince baby sleep sacks are great because they're super soft, made from breathable fabrics like organic cotton, and help keep babies at a comfy temperature. They're easy to use with convenient zippers and adjustable sizes, plus they're durable and wa...
Bamboo Sleep Bag 0.5 TOG
Parenting wisdom from books
Takeaways from the books (mostly audiobooks!) that have changed my parenting.
1. Teach patience early on:
• Example: When your toddler asks for a snack, explain that they need to wait until snack time, helping them learn to delay gratification.
2. Encourage independence:
• Example: Allow your child to play on their own for ...
Bringing Up Bebe: Wisdom of French Parenting
1. Be aware of your child’s emotions:
• Example: Notice when your child seems withdrawn or unusually quiet, recognizing this as a sign they may be experiencing emotions that need attention.
2. Recognize emotion as an opportunity for connection and ...
Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child
1. Descriptive Praise:
• Example: When your child completes their homework, say, “I noticed you focused really well on your math problems today,” to reinforce positive behavior through specific and genuine praise.
2. Prepare for Success:
• Example...
Calmer, Easier, Happier Parenting: Five Strategies
1. Understand and respond to the child’s physiological state:
• Example: If your child is acting out, consider if they might be hungry, tired, or overstimulated before addressing the behavior, recognizing that their physiological state impacts their...
Brain-Body Parenting: Raising Joyful, Resilient Kids