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Essentials to Keep at Grandma’s House
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items Having grandchildren visit should feel joyful and easy, not stressful or last-minute. This collection includes practical, tried-and-loved essentials to keep at grandparents’ house so kids feel comfortable, entertained, and right at home the moment th...
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Sleepover Essentials for Grandkids
Toys That Grandkids Actually Play With
Safety Essentials Every Grandparent Home Should Have
Sleepover Essentials for Grandkids
These sleepover must-haves help kids feel cozy, secure, and settled when staying overnight at grandma’s house. From bedding and nightlights to comfort items and practical basics, these are the essentials that make overnights smoother for everyone.
Graco is my trusted brand since my own children were babies and now they are having babies of their own and they are often visiting. Each of my grandb abies have needed a safe place to nap or sleep for the night - this set is perfect for each stage.
Pack 'n Play® Travel Dome™ LX Playard
As the babies get older, they need a bigger place to sleep. we keep this close for them to sleep before they are ready for a big bed.
Perfect Sleeper Extra Wide Convertible Sofa to Lounger
Works for any bed to keep toddlers from falling off, and can be removed easily when grandkids go home.
Folding Bed Rail for Toddlers
This monitor is simple and gets the job done - keeping a close eye on the babies while they sleep.
Video Baby Monitor 2-Way Talk Night Vision
Doubling as a humidifier and nightlight, this cute little owl will keep Baby happy AND comfortable.
Ultrasonic Humidifier for Kids & Nursery
The babies have always slept with white or brown noise, so this little sound macine helps them sleep well with us.
Homedics SoundSleep White Noise Machine
This tear-free, gentle & refreshing Bath Bomb is great for sensitive skin. It is non-toxic, pH balanced, and comes in a variety of scents - our favorite is lavender.
TruKid Bubble Podz Bubble Bath for Kids
This seat is great for potty-training and a must-have for toddler boys!
Quick Flip Toilet Seat with Built-in Splash Guard
Toys That Grandkids Actually Play With
These tried-and-loved toys keep kids entertained, engaged, and happily busy without screens. Each pick is fun, durable, and requested again and again, making them perfect staples to keep at grandparents’ house.
Perfect for early childhood play, these blocks can be stacked or snapped together. We love the toys that encourage imginative play!
Blockables: Wooden Building Blocks for Developmental Play
The little's favorite among all of our toy sets is Old McDonald's Farm - at least one of the farm animals seem to be in a little one's hand at any given time.
Fisher-Price Little People Caring Fun Animal Farm Playset
Our oldest grandson loves music and will pick this ukelele up and sing a new song often. It is lightweight, easy to play, tunes quickly, and brings us all joy when played.
ADM Soprano Ukulele Beginner Kit Mahogany
Not only is this a fun toy, but it actually works - a miniature version of the real thing! Learning through play is my favorite kind of play.
Henry & Hetty Vacuum Cleaner
Safety Essentials Every Grandparent Home Should Have
These simple safety picks help make a home kid-ready without major changes. From outlet covers to step stools and corner guards, these essentials create peace of mind while grandkids explore and play.
These plugs will keep tiny hands from harm. Every home with babies and toddlers should plug the outlets.
Plastic Plugs For Outlets
Keep the babies out of the cupboards and cabinets with these magnetic locks. They work!
Magnetic Cabinet Locks Baby Proofing