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Baby/Toddler Must Haves
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items Here are some things that I would recommend to other mamas out there!
Sections
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TV Shows/Movies 📺
Books
Toys
On the Move
Bedtime
Food/Snacks
TV Shows/Movies 📺
As a mom and early childhood educator, I have some strong opinions on children’s screen times. I allow some screen time, but I’m picky on what the shows are!
A sweet, quiet little show with simple stories and gentle adventures. It’s perfect when we want something calm and cozy without a ton of overstimulation.
Kipper (TV series)
Fun, upbeat episodes that encourage creativity, problem-solving, music, and movement. It’s one of those shows that can actually get toddlers up and dancing!
Imagination Movers | Watch Full Episodes
Funny, imaginative, and genuinely entertaining for the whole family. I love how it turns everyday family moments into little adventures while sneaking in sweet lessons about feelings, relationships, and growing up.
Bluey Official Website | Play Games, Watch Videos & More!
A fun little show for vehicle-loving toddlers! Cory and his friends go on everyday adventures that introduce simple lessons about friendship, problem-solving, and navigating new experiences.
Watch Go! Go! Cory Carson
It’s warm, gentle, and full of songs, stories, and lovable characters. A great choice when you want something slower-paced and comforting.
Bear in the Big Blue House | Watch Full Episodes
A fun combination of music, art, science, and adventure. I love that it encourages toddlers to participate and introduces them to famous pieces of music and artwork along the way.
Little Einsteins | Watch Full Episodes
Books
This book has cut outs and rhymes, helping baby practice guessing who/what comes next!
Peek-A-Who? | Chronicle Books
This is one of our favorite books! It’s fun, interactive, and will have your little one giggling!
Don't Push the Button! Interactive Book
This books was my son’s favorite for the longest time. It helped him learn and practice so many words!
100 First Words (Ms. Rachel) (Books by Ms. Rachel)
High contrast + greetings from around the world. This book is simple, and enjoyable for littles!
Hello, My World: Book for Parents & Caregivers
Toys
Things that entertain/educate my toddler!
This keeps my toddler entertained for a good chunk of time! We also have it playing our favorites in the background of playtime instead of having a screen!
Toniebox 1 Audio Player Starter Set Puppy
My son caught on to using this so quickly and now he’s a pro! (Also trying out some new tricks but he’s a toddler 🙈) this slide is 2 simple, snap together pieces and can be used indoors and outdoors. Very lightweight but sturdy. A household staple f...
Little Tikes® First Slide
A great toy to talk about emotions or to use for sensory play! My little one loves shaking these and watching the different things the insides do.
Express Your Feelings Sensory Bottles
These are kid-friendly and squishy tonies for younger kids. The farm set is the best because those are typically the animals toddlers learn first. My little one loves the cow! They make the animal noises and sing songs!
Farm My First Tonies Set - 3 Pack
One of the few toys my baby played with when he was little. The purple monkey song will get stuck in your head, but honestly it just signals that you’re a parent and this is your life now! 🤭
Fisher-Price Deluxe Kick & Play Piano Gym
On the Move
All of the things we use and love to be on the move!
So so so worth it! It is such a smooth driving stroller, compacts easily, and holds so much! New family fave!
Quest PLUS 3-in-1 Stroller Wagon in Dash Black
This is an easy and fun push-toy to go for a walk or up and down the driveway. We use ours to have our toddler help with getting the mail
Step2 Push Cars for Toddlers Ride On Toys | Red
This tricycle transforms to grow with your little one! It can be parent operated, then switch to them when they’re ready for that transition.
newyoo TR007 5-in-1 Tricycle for Toddlers ...
Bedtime
Having a good bedtime routine means having good tools to help it be successful. Here are some things that worked for us!
These are our favorite sleep sacks!! Soft, easy to use, and cute! My toddler is attached to his!
Yoofoss Baby Sleep Sack 0-6 Month 0.5TOG
This monitor has so many great features. My favorite is that it doesn’t require a WiFi connection!!
Babysense
Cannot go a night without this! And the best part is, it charges so it doesn’t need to be plugged in at all times! My son loves to take ours and walk around with it, playing with the light.
Smart Baby Sound Machine with App Control & Night Light
We play with this every night! The soothing music/water noises, the slow moving animals… my toddler loves it! We don’t use it in his crib so he doesn’t rely on it but it’s a nice wind down toy for before bed.
Sea Dreams Soother Crib Toy | White Noise
Food/Snacks
These are some things that my toddler loves to eat! I’m always looking for more ideas so I figured I’d share what we’ve found!
These are my son’s FAVORITE. he has one for his pre-breakfast snack every morning.
Soft Baked Bars
These are an easy grab and go snack that my toddler loves to munch on. He currently loves the ranch flavored ones!
Veggie Straws And Wavy Chips
These are for 8+ months but my toddler loves them! They’re a great quick snack that I know he approves of!
Gerber Stage 3 Garden Tomato Lil Crunchies
These are so easy for a quick meal or for those picky eaters!
Uncrustables®
These are so easy for my toddler to use! One day he just picked them up and seemed to know what he was doing. They have a good grip and are a perfect size for little hands.
Munchkin Raise Toddler Fork and Spoon Set - 2pk – Blue