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Useful Kid Finds That Make Mom Life Easier
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items Kid finds that make everyday life a little easier! From travel must-haves and products that help kids become more independent to fun finds, organization and everyday essentials, these are things I’ve found useful for my own kids or would recommend to...
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Everyday Kid Finds & Essentials
Kids’ Routines & Independence
Travel Must-Haves for Kids
Kids’ Rooms & Fun Home Finds
Everyday Kid Finds & Essentials
Useful kid finds for everyday life! From things that make life at home a little easier to fun, practical products my kids enjoy, these are the random-but-worth-it finds that don’t quite fit anywhere else.
I like retractable gates because they don’t stay in the way when you’re not using them. They’re great for blocking off stairs, hallways or rooms when you need to, then they roll back up instead of taking over the doorway. Such a practical little safe...
Retractable Baby Gate for Doorways & Stairs
All 6 of us have a pair of these! We’ve worn them at the river and the water park, and I personally wear mine to the beach because that hot sand is NO joke. 😂 They protect your feet from rocks, hot pavement and rough surfaces while still being comfo...
Quick-Dry Water Shoes for the Whole Family
We have this step stool for our kids and it gets used ALL the time. It gives the little ones the extra height they need to reach the sink for washing hands and brushing teeth without us having to lift them up every time. 😂 It’s one of those simple k...
2-Step Kids’ Stool for Bathroom & Everyday Use
I love the idea of this for little ones who always want to be right in the middle of whatever you’re doing in the kitchen. 😂 It gives them a safer way to get up to counter height so they can help with baking, cooking or little kitchen tasks instead ...
Toddler Kitchen Helper Tower
Kids’ Routines & Independence
Helpful finds that encourage kids to do more on their own! From morning routines and chores to hygiene and getting ready for the day, these are tools that can make building independence a little easier for both kids and parents.
We use this for our kids on school mornings, and I love that it gives them a little more responsibility for getting themselves up and starting their day. It also has a built-in night light on top, which is such a nice bonus for bedtime! Instead of us...
Kids’ Alarm Clock for Morning Independence
We have this for our kids and it’s such a simple way to help them brush long enough without us having to stand there counting the whole time. 😂 They can use the timer to know when they’re finished, which gives them a little more independence with th...
Kids’ Toothbrushing Timer
We use this with our kids and I love having their routines laid out where they can actually SEE what needs to be done. Instead of us repeating the same instructions over and over, they can check the board and work through each task themselves. It’s b...
Personalized Kids’ Morning & Bedtime Routine Board
I like this because kids can actually SEE their progress instead of just being told they’re doing a good job. 😂 You can use it for chores, routines, school goals or behavior, and adding a token each time gives them something tangible to work toward....
Kids’ Reward Jar for Chores & Good Behavior
I really like visual charts for kids because they can SEE exactly what they’re supposed to do instead of us repeating ourselves all day. 😂 This gives them a simple way to keep track of chores and everyday responsibilities and check things off as the...
Visual Chore Chart for Kids
Travel Must-Haves for Kids
Kid travel essentials that make road trips and long rides a whole lot easier! From mess-free activities and lap desks to organization, comfort and first-aid basics, these are practical finds for traveling with kids.
I love this for long car rides because it gives kids their own little space for coloring, drawing, snacks or activities without everything ending up all over the car. 😂 The built-in storage is especially handy because they can keep their crayons, pe...
Folding Kids’ Travel Lap Desk with Storage
This is great for giving kids their own little workspace in the car! They can use it for coloring, drawing, activities or even snacks on a long ride, and the side compartments give them somewhere to keep their supplies instead of everything rolling a...
Kids’ Lap Desk & Activity Tray for Travel
We don’t do a ton of screen time around here, but sometimes on a LONG car ride, you do what you gotta do. 😂 A kids’ tablet is great for movies, games and educational apps when they’ve officially had enough of coloring and travel activities. It’s als...
Kids’ Tablet for Long Car Rides & Travel
With kids, I feel like Band-Aids are a requirement everywhere we go. 😂 I love having a small first aid kit packed for road trips, vacations and days away from home so we’re prepared for the random scrapes and little accidents that somehow ALWAYS hap...
Travel First Aid Kit for Families with Kids
Long car rides are a whole lot easier when the kids can actually get comfortable enough to sleep. 😂 This gives their neck and chin some extra support when they doze off instead of their little head flopping all over the place. It’s especially handy ...
Kids’ Travel Neck Pillow for Long Car Rides
This is such a good travel activity for little kids because the Color Wonder markers only work on the special paper, so you don’t have to worry about marker ending up all over the car, clothes or hands. 😂 It’s easy to pack, keeps them busy for a whi...
Bluey Color Wonder Mess-Free Coloring Set
Anything that helps keep the backseat from turning into a disaster is a win. 😂 This gives kids a place for drinks, snacks, toys, books and all the random little things they want within reach on a road trip. I like that it uses the back of the seat f...
Car Seat Back Organizer for Kids’ Travel
Such an easy way to keep kids entertained without a screen on road trips! 🚗 The I SPY Travel Card Game has kids searching, spotting and matching objects while you travel. It’s small enough to toss in a purse, backpack or glove box, and kids can even...
I SPY Travel Card Game for Kids
Kids’ Rooms & Fun Home Finds
Fun finds for making kids’ spaces a little more their own! From bedroom decor and playroom favorites to creative furniture and other cool finds, these are things that add personality, fun and function to their spaces.
My boys love having cool lights in their rooms, and these are such an easy way to make the space feel more fun! You can change the colors to match their mood or room decor, and I love that strip lights give them that cool bedroom look without having ...
Color-Changing LED Strip Lights for Kids’ Rooms
This is such a cool bathroom set for boys who love dirt bikes and motocross! 🏁 I love that you can give the whole bathroom a fun theme without having to paint or completely redo the room. Such an easy way to make their bathroom feel like their own s...
Motocross Shower Curtain Set for Boys’ Bathroom
I love play couches because the kids can turn them into just about anything! They can build forts, make obstacle courses, lounge on them or use the pieces for pretend play. This doodle design is especially cute for a kids’ room or playroom and gives ...
Doodle Play Couch for Kids