As a first time mom of a toddler, these items have been tried and tested and are absolutely essential!
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For Sleeping
For Feeding
For Changing Diapers
For Bathing
For Playing
For Transporting
For Sleeping
I kept this at my Mom’s house so that my toddler has a place to sleep. The exact model we have isn’t available but this one is almost the same!
Graco Pack 'n Play® Close2Baby Bassinet Playard
A very high-tech monitor if you’re interested in sleep tracking and breathing monitoring without placing any hardware on your child. We used this initially, but the subscription to use more of the features is expensive and I wasn’t a fan of having to...
Nanit - The Travel Bundle
My favorite light blankets for warmer weather!
Muslin Swaddle Baby Blanket
My favorite plush blanket!
Hudson Baby Infant Boy Plush Blanket
My preferred sleep sacks and they’re reasonably priced!
2-Way Zip PurelySoft Wearable Blanket
Fantastic for toddler’s sleep!
SleepSacks from HALO
I prefer this monitor because it has a separate screen (and I don’t need to use my phone) and has worked great for us mostly (a few glitches here and there).
Momcozy 5-Inch Dual-mode Smart Baby Monitor-BM04
For Feeding
Continuing to use these bottles as we wean and move to whole milk!
Dr. Brown's Baby Bottle Newborn Gift Set
Great plates and the suction feature is so helpful!
WeeSprout Suction Plates
Has been great for mealtimes and the whole thing is easy to wipe down!
Chicco Zest 4-in-1 Folding High Chair
Easy to clean and easy to put on!
Silicone Bibs
A lifesaver for washing all of the bottles!
Bottle Washer Pro
Great for transporting whole milk and keeping it cold.
Stanley 16 oz Stainless Steel AeroLight Transit Fliptop Mug Black 2.0
So handy to create a mobile diaper changing station nearby or to organize diapers and toys as they get older.
Parker Baby Co. Felt Diaper Caddy
For Bathing
I use this for every bath to keep my knees off the tile floor.
Skip Hop All in One Kneeler and Elbow Saver
Perfect bath set that adjusts with age!
Skip Hop Moby 3-Stage Bath Gift Set
Has worked great for my toddler since he was born!
Aveeno Baby Daily Moisture Gentle Body Bath Wash & Shampoo 18 fl oz + 18 fl oz Body Lotion
Helps me monitor for the perfect bath water temperature.
Dreambaby Room and Bath Thermometer
This bathtub fits a toddler and their bath toys perfectly!
Stokke Flexi Bath Tub - XL - Ocean Blue: Drain Plug, Temperature Indicator, Folds for Storage, 46 lbs Capacity
Hooded towels are key after baths and this one features my son’s favorite character!
Baby Shark Kids' Hooded Towel
For Playing
Still playing with this!
Melissa & Doug Multi-Sensory Soft Taco Fill & Spill Infant Toy
Toddler still plays with these and they’re perfect to attach to the stroller!
Bright Starts Lots of Links
Converted from an activity center to a play table!
Fisher-Price Learning Toy 2-in-1 Like a Boss Infant Activity Center and Toddler Play Table
From learning to sit to walking, this toy has always been enjoyed!
Battat Hop in Foam Ball Pit with with 65+ Balls and Washable Cover
My toddler loves this water toy for the summer!
Step2 Dino Dig Sand & Water Table
A great screen-free toy that has taught my son cause and effect! He picks the Tonie that he wants to listen to and has learned to place them on top of the box or remove them.
Toniebox 2 Starter Set
My son loves pulling off the patches and rearranging them! Another great gift that will grow with him.
Cozee Kids Chair with Interchangeable Patches
For Transporting
This stroller is still dependable!
Modes™ Element LX Travel System
My go-to carrier after my son grew out of the Baby Bjorn one.
The Monarch Carrier - Houndstooth
I utilize these all frequently to hang my diaper bag and other bags from the stroller.
Lulyboo Stroller Hook Clips Set - Black
A great stroller for travel and daily use because it’s so lightweight!
Ready2Jet™ Stroller
Love that this will grow with my son over time!
Radio Flyer 4-in-1 Stroll 'N Trike
For Maintaining a Healthy Toddler
Still using the comb and nail trimmer from this set!
Safety 1st Baby Care Basics
The best tool for cleaning out a toddler’s nose (except when it’s runny, then I recommend the electric aspirator instead)!
Frida Baby 3-in-1 Picker
The best tool for runny noses!
Electric NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
An easy tool to use to quickly check temperatures!
MOBI DualScan Prime Digital Thermometer
Works great for when you have a heavily congested toddler.
The Boogie Brand Micro-Mist Saline Inhaler
For the Diaper Bag
Still using this on my diaper bag to keep small toys handy!
Itzy Ritzy Clean & Clear Paci Pod
Great for carrying some wipes instead of the whole pack!
Skip Hop Grab & Go Snug Seal Wipes Case
I have this bag in beige and it’s the best travel diaper bag! It gives me so much extra space to pack extra of everything and fits (just about) under the seat in front of me.
The East To West Tote
I didn’t want a “typical” diaper bag and this tote works great as a daily diaper bag with a toddler! I tried using it when he was younger as well but it didn’t fit all the bottles, burp cloths, and everything else. I would recommend the large size if...
