Carmen Gilfraguada-Bibber

Looking for toddler playroom ideas? This list includes all of our favorite playroom essentials from educational toys and books to storage solutions and furniture to create a fun, organized space that encourages learning, creativity, and independent play.

After experiencing postpartum twice, I have a much better idea of what’s worth having on hand. Here are the essentials I’d recommend to any mom preparing for those first few weeks after birth.

I’ve read over 350 books in the last few years, but only a few have really stuck with me long after I turned the last page. These are the ones that genuinely got under my skin. The stories that made me laugh out loud, sit in stunned silence, ugly-cry at 2 a.m., or stare at the wall questioning everything. Some felt like comfort, others like chaos, and a few made me want to hurl the book across the room (affectionately… or not). They didn’t just entertain me — they lingered. Read at your own risk. 🤭