This is my most FAVORITE category. I love to talk things all baby! Alot of things have been updated since I've had kids, but I'm going to post things that were most useful to me and what I wish I would've had then.
As a mom to 3 kiddos. I know what works, what doesn't, what you need and what you don't. I have a 10 year old son and 7 year old twin daughters. This list will give you everything I used and loved to get my kids from 0-10 years. If you haven't checked out my Amazon list yet, that's also another great tip on what I get my kids and what THEY love and use.
It can be hard to find good activities for your kids, but these are some of my favorites that we've used over the years! Expect to find a variety of engaging activities that are not only fun but also help in nurturing your child's mind.
Summer with kids is the best—but having the right essentials makes it so much easier. This list includes my favorite kids summer must-haves for outdoor play, travel, beach days, camping trips, and everyday adventures. From sun protection and water toys to snacks and travel gear, these products help keep kids safe, entertained, and happy all summer long. As an Amazon Associate some links may be affiliate links.
As a parent, you know reading is a big part of your everyday routine…however sometimes these can get repetitive or just downright annoying. I created this list to share our favorite books! These are the books my toddler loves reading and I enjoy reading to him 🫶🏼
Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful journeys, but also incredibly difficult-let me help you get through it! These are items I personally used to help me survive being sick, stay comfortable, and plan for my little one’s arrival! 🩵🤍
Those middle of the night feeds, endless diaper changes, first bites, and toddler adventures taught me which baby products were actually worth the money. Every item in this collection earned its place by making daily life easier, whether it helped my baby sleep better, simplified feeding, made travel less stressful, or saved me time during busy days. These are the products I reached for over and over again not the ones that ended up collecting dust.
As a mom of five girls ranging from 1 to 10, I’ve learned pretty quickly which products actually make life easier and which ones just take up space. This list is filled with the tried-and-true parenting must-haves that we use on a regular basis. From toddler messes to big kid adventures, these are the items that help keep our days running smoothly (and save my sanity). Hopefully, it helps you find a few new favorites for your own family, too!
Whether you’re a new mom or chasing toddlers, these mama must-haves will simplify your daily routine, save you time, and help you feel more prepared for every messy, magical moment. From newborn care products and baby gear to self-care essentials and toddler-friendly travel gear, this list is packed with practical picks for moms at every stage. Perfect for gift-givers, expecting moms, or anyone building their motherhood toolkit.
I recommend these books because I’ve read them with my own kids and seen what actually holds a baby’s attention. They’re the ones that get grabbed, chewed on, and asked for again—simple, sturdy, and engaging enough to make early reading feel fun instead of forced.
🌸 Sweet & Playful
Cute, fun, and trendy birthday ideas for little girls! 🎀✨ From princess and Barbie themes to unicorns, Bluey, spa parties, backdrops, favors, and decorations — this list is filled with everything you need to create a picture-perfect celebration girls will love. 💕🎉
Are you looking to start homeschooling your toddler or just start some fun, educational preschool activities at home? If so, then this list is for you! Homeschooling preschool doesn't have to be daunting if you have some basic knowledge and the right tools. I love using my Pre-K teacher knowledge and experience in my parenting! This list provides everything you need to have preschool at home with your child. Toddlers and preschoolers learn best through play! There are so many educational, play based and open ended activities you can do with your toddler at home to enhance developmental skills and give early learning a boost! Let me know if you have any specific questions; I would love to help you in your quest to provide your toddler with engaging educational learning experiences!
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Mom of 2 here that loves to dress her girls alike for some occasions. I shop at a variety of stores for my girls and these are some of my favorite pieces 🩷
When I was pregnant with my daughter last May, I was struggling to figure out what to buy because I was so overwhelmed with all the products out there and didn't know what would be best. Now my daughter is 14 months old and these are the products I have used the most that she loves!
These are some of my favorite products we used during my son’s first year. All of these helped us figure out the newborn phase and beyond as first time parents. I recommend all these products to any friends having a baby and looking for registry suggestions.
Looking for meaningful gender neutral baby shower gifts? This list combines beautiful handcrafted baby clothes and practical baby gifts from trusted brands. Perfect for eco-conscious parents who value sustainable baby fashion, organic materials, and thoughtful design, these gift ideas focus on quality pieces that last longer than fast-fashion baby products. From sensory toys and milestone keepsakes to slow fashion baby clothing, these gifts are designed to be loved, used, and passed on.
Packing your hospital bag is one of the most exciting milestones before meeting your baby. Whether you're preparing for a vaginal birth or a C-section, having the right essentials can help you feel more comfortable and confident. This carefully curated collection includes must-have items for labor, postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and newborn care. Every product in this list has been selected based on quality, practicality, and great customer reviews to help first-time moms prepare for a smoother hospital experience.
Budget friendly but usable products that are actually helpful for you to succeed as a parent. You don’t always need nor can afford top of the line items and that’s ok. I have 3 kids and I’ve learned what to actually buy and what not to buy.
This year I decided to get my daughter a little tree for her year and let her pick out all of her favourite ornaments at the store! Come see what all she chose
Toddlers (ages 2-3) are SO much fun. They are really starting to develop into their own little people with varying interests. Getting a gift for a toddler is fairly easy, but getting a GOOD gift for a toddler that the parents also won't hate you for? Now that's the challenge. But that's where I come in! As a parent, I feel well-qualified to speak on this topic and have prepared a list of unique, beloved gifts that won't just add to the toy pile and be forgotten. There are gifts for toddlers (for birthdays, Christmas, Hanukkah, etc.) in this list from all different prices ranges, interests, and developmental stage.
My daughter turns 3 on Black Friday! These are items she marked in the Amazon wish list book or items I thought would be useful for her. I'm always thinking long term play for the most part. She has a great imagination and loves princesses and pink. If your child matches that, you'll find what you're looking for.
I am soo looking forward to summertime with my baby! These are the items we have for her and I can’t wait to use them. Living on Long Island means she will be a beach baby!
From mini library must-have to multi-use practical items your baby can grow with— These are 100% baby loved and mama approved! Here’s a list of everything I’ve actually used to nurture my baby through his first year.
Postpartum is aggressive, combined with a baby to care for doubles the intensity. Creating this list of things I actually found helpful and recommend.
Yours in postpartum,
Tee❤️
Two children under the age of two seems really scary, but with the right supplies and a the right attitude, it can be the most enjoyable time of your life. Give these tools a try!
As a mom of 2 to both (c-section warrior), these are all the things we used and needed. As a new mom it's hard to decipher what is nice to have and what is actually needed. I'm someone who doesn't like to have extra things laying around so I try to only buy things that are usable for long periods of time and efficient.
The last two years we have been doing Advents as a family for the Month of December. The kids have had two toy ones and then a Chocolate one. Then I did the book a day, we have all really enjoyed it. And do this day they still play with some of the advent gifts.
these are all products I personally used & loved during postpartum recovery & just navigating being a first time mom.
These are products I would 100% use again & again!
Here are my top picks for items to bring when traveling with a toddler to keep them entertained and happy! (From a mom who just did 6 hours of travel with a 21 month old and no screen time)
I love dramatic play in our home, as a teacher I appreciate this so much and realized that children learn so much through imaginary play and dramatic .
My go-to newborn essentials, separated by category! Anything baby-related is my absolute passion. I have 3 kids and might have another (hehe) so trust me when I say these lists are my tried and true! Still adding daily! :)
This is for those moms that don't want to go up the stairs or leave the room when their baby needs the essentials! A diaper cart saved me with my second baby! I think it's a must have!
Think smart, packable, and mom-approved essentials to make every trip smoother (and maybe even fun!). From airport chaos to road trip pit stops, traveling with toddlers doesn’t have to be stressful. This list rounds up must-have gear that keeps little ones comfy, entertained, and safe on the go — and gives parents a little peace of mind too.
My kids are 6 and 3 years old and they love to do arts and craft activity almost every single day! I also have 10+ years of being a teacher working with young toddlers/preschool. All of these items listed are things I highly recommend for your home or classroom to encourage your kids creativity!
These are some of my postpartum must haves, along with items my friends have shared are must haves for a natural delivery. All of my boys were delivered via C-section. I’ve included items for both delivery types, as well as a lot of other postpartum must haves.
I pre shopped all the cutest fall fits for the babes. I have a 3 year old & a 9 month old so this includes both genders and ages. Matching or no matching 😍🎃
I have a neurodivergent son. We've benefitted from a variety of therapists and medical professionals who've made suggestions on things that we can have in the house to help our little guy.
No shelf sitters here—just the real MVPs of our toy rotation. These books and toys have stood the test of toddler attention spans and make it into our daily playtime (and bedtime) routines.
Let’s be real — being a mom means multitasking, hydrating, and occasionally curling your hair at red lights 😅 These are my tried-and-true mom must-haves — things that make the day easier, better, or just a little more put-together. From the walking pad that keeps me sane to the body cream that smells like vacation, it’s all in one spot
There are so many baby/toddler items out there to choose from! Here’s what my daughter actually uses/plays with. I hope this helps decision making a little easier for you!
Newborn essentials I used daily and would buy again. Thoughtfully chosen items that supported us during those early weeks and made day-to-day life with a newborn feel more manageable
After having 3 kids we thought we were done, but then we were surprised by the pending arrival of our boy/girl twins! We didn't know anyone with twins and had no idea what it would be like to bring home two newborns into our already caotic home but these are a few items that made our life a little easier.
As a luxury mom, but loves a good deal, here’s my list of practical mommy must haves that look expensive but won’t hurt your pockets. Cause, I’m a girls girl ❤️⭐️
As a mom with 2 boys ages 3 and 6mo, I know how difficult it is to find clothes for boys that aren’t entirely dinosaur or trucks based. Maybe difficult isn’t the proper term, but in comparison to girls clothes — it seems appropriate.
I’ve spent hours and hours researching and curating outfits for my toddler and infant. Here are some of my favorite Disney specific outfits/garments for my infant and toddler boys — some of which we’ve indulged in for Disney holidays
P.s. will continue to add garments
Gift Ideas for 8 Year Old Girls, from a mother of an 8 year old girl. These gift ideas realistically will be good for girls in the 7-10 year old age range.
Transform your highlighting and annotating lessons with this Glow Room Day! Kids are encouraged to use the highlighter and take notes to watch their page glow.
First time mom here & I feel like we tried so many different products on the market. Sharing the ones that worked best for us & we couldn’t live without. I told my friends about them, so I wanted to share with you too!!
Caring for your baby’s delicate skin requires gentle, safe, and effective products. This curated list features baby skincare essentials that help keep your little one’s skin clean, soft, and well-protected every day.
From mild body washes to nourishing lotions, each product is selected for its gentle ingredients, making them suitable for sensitive and newborn skin. Perfect for daily routines to maintain healthy, hydrated, and irritation-free baby skin.
Are you a new mom struggling for ideas on what to ask for your baby for Christmas? Or a new aunt/uncle or grandparent who wants to get the best surprise for your new favorite family member? Look no further than this list here. As a mom myself, I have spent hours searching of great gift ideas for my little one and I am happy to share what I have found :) I categorized this list into different sections based on what the baby could need/want or if any of these items could be useful to mom and dad. These items can be used now or once baby reaches a certain milestone or age to where it would be considered appropriate. I hope you enjoy this gift guide and these items are helpful to you!
Peek inside my diaper bag! These are the items that actually make life with a baby easier — diapers, wipes, feeding essentials, and a few mom must-haves I can’t live without 💛
If you’re looking for activities to do with kids or to spark that inner child these are some amazing options! Some are seasonal but I’ll make sure to tell you which ones are!
Everything on here was on my registry or was gifted for my baby shower. I love that everything worked out for me and the baby. I hope you guys enjoy the same as well.
In these lists are baby items that I found very useful to make my life that little bit easier, whether it is to do with sleep, feeding or entertainment.
For when your kids are on your phone, these are the learning apps I trust. They are ad free (or close to it), teacher-approved, and homeschool friendly- because not all screen time is created equal.
It's that time of year again. My daughters have already bombarded me with their wish list items for back to school gear including backpacks, lunch boxes, fun and colorful school supplies, locker accessories and more. Here are some of the things we are looking to purchase for back to school
Helping you build your registry piece by piece so you can quickly get back to scrolling & shopping for your pregnant self knowing your baby is well taken care of! (Not including all the extra stuff you don’t actually need)