This is a list of activities I have purchased off Amazon for my kids that help keep them occupied while we are inside on a rainy or a too hot of day, day. I love all the cute activities that Pinterest has, but also, that takes a lot of work so I like to find simple ready to go activities.

going to the hospital the second time around. this time i will be more prepared/ and brought items i wish i had last time

as a mom of a toddler, i have to say that i was not prepared (and still am not) for most of the things that come with being a toddler parent. but, that's why i'm here to share several things that have helped me through this stage so far!

Big tickets items that are worth the investment! You can always buy second hand!

Listen, my boys keep me ON MY TOES. These are things tht have changed the game in our household. Whether that be cooking without tripping over them or being able to doom scroll on the couch while they play (no judgement here). My boys AND their mom are happier with these things lying around.

There's a lot of gimmcky baby gear out there. Here are some of the things I've actually used as a nanny and with both my daughters. Whether you're looking for something cool and new, or looking for registry inpsiration, here's my recommendations!

Encourage your child's creativity and imagination through playtime! These toys are perfect for role-playing, educational adventures, enhancing fine motor, and learning social skills.

These are all of my favorite items as an exclusively breastfeeding & pumping mom! I wish I would have read more with my first so all of these items are things I've used this second time around and am SO glad I found them! :)

Items that have worked and been loved by my son

Keeping SIX kids entertained for more than 10 seconds at a time is a chore in itself! Here’s my list of tried and true items, games, and activities for all ages-babies to bigs 🖤

Finding cute baby boy clothes can be hard. In stores there are usually countless options for girls and very few for boys. Here is a list of current options from some of my favorite brands/stores!

things that made my life better as a teacher! also as a human... there are so many items that can help your day run more smoothly

Designing a nursery is one of the most exciting parts of preparing for a little one, but it can also feel overwhelming. This collection is filled with some of my favorite nursery finds for both boys and girls—from affordable staples to a few beautiful splurge pieces. Whether you're starting from scratch or adding the finishing touches, these timeless picks will help you create a space that's functional, cozy, and beautiful. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. #ad

Hands on learning and engaging activities for lower grades!

I’ve nannied for a long time with infants as young as 2 weeks old through year 5 as well as babysitting older kids. These are some of the things I think work best!

Make magic for local creators and your friends this year… it's a win-win!

If you’re having a baby, here’s a list of baby products I love and have used for my babies.

Homeschool supplies I love and use with my toddlers, many for introducing new concepts / letters / and practice! This list will always be updated because as my girls grow we modify or add things that we will be using!

Just gave birth (or about to?) These items will make those first time weeks easier - because you deserve care too.

Must have baby items! I gave birth in 2024 to a beautiful girl and these are the items that couldn't live without or would buy again for my next child!

As a stay at home mom of 5 kids, aging from 10 to 3, these are some things I use regularly that just make my life a little easier! Especially in during the warmer months.

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.

As a mom of 3, I feel like I have tried a zillion products for moms and for babies. Not all of them live up to the hype. From my experience, the things on this list are ABSOLUTELY worth the hype.

We have all of these at our house and each are used regularly! All toys also offer some type of learning whether it’s social emotional, problem-solving, or colors and numbers.

Breastfeeding is the hardest thing I have ever done. There's a new challenge around every corner. I’ve gathered the products that truly supported me through every feeding journey! I hope these will make your life easier, too. For pumps I use the Momcozy s12 (wearable pumps) and Soectra S2 (the portable one).

If your kids play any kind of sports whether recreational or travel, then you know anything can happen at any given time! I compiled a list of items I cannot leave home without no matter how far we are and they have saved me plenty of aggravation over the years!

Packing these items can help make your labor and delivery experience more comfortable and organized!

Places in the Stateline area we love to go!!

This list is for any parent that has a teenage boy. A lot of necessity items I'd say, but some nice smaller items that will be great stocking stuffers for Christmas!

These are the cleanest, low-tox baby products I’ve found and personally use with my own baby. Choosing low-tox options is incredibly important to me because little bodies are still developing, and what we put on and around them truly matters. I’m intentional about avoiding unnecessary chemicals, fragrances, and harsh ingredients, and everything here reflects that. This list is meant to make it easier for other parents who want safer, gentler choices without feeling overwhelmed!!

Traveling with a baby for the first time can bring a little bit of anxiety, but these are my favorite items that make everything so much easier!

As a mother of a toddler girl, and teenage son, with nieces and nephews of all ages… I picked up a thing or two to find out what worked for me. Take a look!

After 2 baby’s and a bunch of different products used on both. These are the products you’ll actually need and use on a daily basis!

As a mom to twin boys, these are the the twin products you actually need & a couple other baby favorites too! Honestly aside from clothes/diapers/bottles/ you actually don't need “double” of everything - especially when it comes to toys and baby carriers! I'd prioritize (1) things that will make your life easier & keep your mental health solid - like the bottle washer and (2) your nonnegotiables like a double stroller. Everything else is just perferences!

MPASI is an important stage in a baby’s growth and development. In this listing, I’ve curated trusted and parent-favorite MPASI products to help make baby mealtime easier, safer, and more organized. ✨ Suitable for babies 6 months and older ✨ Supports gradual food texture stages ✨ Practical for both homemade and ready-to-eat MPASI ✨ Selected based on everyday baby feeding needs All products here are commonly used by parents, easy to find, and beginner-friendly for starting MPASI.

You know how some baby clothes are adorable but wildly impractical? Not these. These are soft, washable, and still cute enough for the photos. Basically outfits that survive snack time and still look sweet.

If it’s in my diaper bag, it’s there because it’s earned its spot — practical, compact, and useful in real life.

All of the things I have ACTUALLY used post-partum

My son is into anime but it’s hard to find anime series that are appropriate for tween/young teenagers. Here are the ones we allow our 12 year old to watch!

When you find out your pregnant, you instantly want to shop and buy things for your baby. This want to buy things for them never really goes away, or least it hasn't for me. I find myself shopping for my son way more than I ever shop for myself. These are my favorite sites.

If your in the Greater Houston Area with your littles. Check out these fun things to -do & try.

Whether it's across town or across states, these are items that have made life convenient and easy while traveling with a baby.

Essential items that make parenting a little easier and more enjoyable. As a full time mom I always look for things that will make parenting easy, safe and will nurture the whole being of my little one. So, I’m sharing some of the lists.

From sanity-savers to lesson-level uppers, these picks keep your classroom (and you!) running like a well-oiled sass machine.

All the items I used for my exclusively pumping journeys ! I manly breastfed my girls but pumped after both surrogacy journeys !

This is a list of the toys that I felt were worth buying because they met my children's developmental needs at different stages and were durable enough to be used for a long time.

Have a new baby? Here are my most loved and used baby items as a mom of 3

As a seasoned mom with three C-sections under my belt, these baby products are my absolute must-haves for a smoother postpartum and newborn stage! 🍼✨ Check out my list, carefully curated for convenience and comfort. Navigating parenthood just got a whole lot easier! 🤱🏻💕 #MomLife #BabyEssentials * eligible for commissions

Who says boys clothes aren’t cute? The perfect pieces for your little cowboys closet!

As a first time mom these are items I have packed for my baby.

The toys recommended here are ones we own, and have kept over the years! I’ve only included our favorites that I even plan to keep for my grandchildren.

As a mama x2 these are the potty training items that we still use & truly worked for my kids

As a boy mom of two who homeschools having toys my kids love but also keep them entertained for hours is a must! These are their favorites and have been for years. Ages 6 and under

Nourish their bodies with all they'll need to be healthy and strong. These are a few of my recommendations.

Does your child have an amazing teacher? Teacher Appreciation Week, birthdays, and holidays are the perfect times to show the stellar teachers just how much you appreciate them! Below are a variety of gift ideas that are sure to put a smile on their faces but won't break your bank account. Note: When I posted these items, they were all below $25. Prices may fluctuate due to items going off sale or inflation.

Initially, my son struggled to latch, but I really wanted to breastfeed for as long as I possibly could, so these are things that helped me through my journey and into my journey of pumping for when I am away from my son.

Because rainy days don’t have to be boring. This list is full of creative, cozy, and unexpected ways to turn grey skies into golden memories, whether you’re solo, with kids, or a whole crew. Parce qu’un jour de pluie n’a pas à être monotone. Cette liste regorge d’idées créatives, réconfortantes et inattendues pour transformer le mauvais temps en beaux souvenirs, que vous soyez seul, en famille ou entre amis.

Toddler tantrums are real, but these toys and finds are the lifesaver every parent needs and every child will absolutely love. From classics like Mega Bloks and cozy coupes to new sensory and learning favorites, these 20 picks keep toddlers ENTERTAINED and us mamas SANE

Little babies are already hard to shop for - the stocking is even harder. BUT have no fear, I’ve put together a go to list of stuffers

These are products that made my life easier as a first-time mom. My recommendations are based on real experience with my daughter and what has worked well for our family.

Everything a new parent actually needs — all in one place. From sleepless nights to diaper blowouts and first feedings, this board has you covered with the essentials that make life with a newborn smoother. These are the tried-and-true products real parents swear by: baby gear, sleep aids, feeding tools, diapering musts, and sanity-saving gadgets. Whether you’re building your registry or just trying to survive the first few months, shop confidently with this curated list of parent-approved lifesavers.

My recommendations as a 3rd time mom. I have three girls ages 6, 5, and 4 months old. Some are new products I have fallen in love with and others are tried and true.

Sharing some of my favorite mom-approved Easter basket finds. Cute and budget friendly

just a girl and her overstuffed diaper bag, plus some unexpected favs to go along with it or in it.

Taking any sort of road trip with littles can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be! These are my fav items that make road tripping with toddlers a bit easier

it can be hard to know what products are best to use for your kid(s), luckily there are many mom's iut there who have done the research for you! compiled in this list are several products that have worked best for me and other things that mothers around me have used and had good experiences with!

I’m not a crunchy mom, but I’m not a smooth(?) mom either. I prefer only a few battery operated toys if any, but I’m not going to stop my child from getting down with his DJ Table. These are toys that my one year old has really enjoyed so far!

I have all of these for school this year! These are the trendy and awesome stuff for 2025. All of these are high quality and will last so long. Love the aesthetic colors!

We have elves coming out our ears! Okay not really but I figure I’d share some pretty fun things I’ve been able to pull off with the help from our elves. Charley, Freddy and Finny plus their pets have some great recs they can share.

This list is the items I have found to be most useful in terms of convenience and overall feedback from parents. After my 8 years of experience at BuyBuyBaby and now as a mother of two.

Baby must haves that made my life easier as a first time mom

Becoming a parent is already hard. And there are so many gadgets that can seem overwhelming. Here are my must have items that make parenting a little less stressful. You got this!

MINIMALISM: I’ve narrowed down the pregnancy "must-haves" to only what truly makes a difference. This list features the exact brands I recommend to my clients, prioritizing quality and comfort without the unnecessary price tags. If a budget-friendly find works better than a luxury brand, you’ll find it here.

I'm a pediatric occupational therapist in the public schools. I have nearly 30 years of experience. My favorite occupation is play and I'm happiest when laughing with my students. 🤣🤣

Everything I bought to throw my son a Construction themed 1st birthday!

From my first to my second baby, I discovered which items were essential for making my life easier and bettering my babies. Follow along if you are the looking for the best, budget friendly baby items!

Gifts for little kids with a little extra something and heirloom to pass down. My husband and I pride ourselves on looking for unique and cool gifts to give friends and family as well as our own kids. These are some items we purchased over the years that were a big hit! An investment worth something you know they will keep!

✨ A roundup of the baby things I truly can’t live without, the everyday essentials and little lifesavers that make life with a little one easier, cozier, and sweeter.

I first became a mother about 10 months ago, I was lost and confused and didn’t know where to start or what I would need. Here is a list of things I got or things I wished I would’ve gotten

Our families favorite kid-friendly places near Lebanon, Mt. Juliet, and Nashville! From parks and play spots to family-friendly dining and activities, here are our go-to local outings for families.

As a Labor Nurse and Mom of 3 I see/saw real quick how fast mom is forgotten about from the start. . One thing I LOVE to do when my friends have a baby is make them a Mom basket. So they feel loved and still seen. . Here are a few things I like to include:

Real-life sensory tools that help calm overstimulated kids. Tried, saved, and parent-approved.

"Are we there yet?" to the final mile, this list is packed with everything you need to keep kids happy, occupied, and comfortable on the road.

I always scramble to find things to fill stockings for my kids! I'm starting ahead of the holidays to get some shopping done now with great, affordable, smaller things to fill the stockings. :)

These are the top toys trending at Target right now — from Beyblades and Bluey to makeup kits and MrBeast collectibles. I pulled together the top-reviewed, most popular finds for every age group so you can skip the scroll and get straight to the fun. Put this in your cart, watch for sales, and enjoy!

Breastfeeding is great if you can, for those that either can't breastfeed or want to introduce bottles to breastfed babies, here sre some great bottle options.

CALLING ALL EXPECTING OR NEW MAMAS! If you are like me then you don't like to spend anymore money than you have to! While I do have some more expensive baby products that I love, I also have SOO many cheaper products that I prefer more.

A list of gear catered to having a great hike with your toddler

It's that time of year, busy moms glued to the ice cold seats of the ice arenas! Let's get prepped for the season together 😉

Toys for toddlers to make bathtime fun!

As I enter the terrible 2s with my son, here are some items I have purchased to make mine and my childs day easier

The essential items that will make your breastfeeding or pumping journey more enjoyable 🫶🏻

Things I will always recommend to first time moms!

Stuffed animals have been a comfort item since forever and I have recently been obsessed with Jellycats. I want a huge pile of these adorable little guys all over my house, but until I can afford one one, these are the Jellycats I’m wanting most

Some of my favorite product as a first time postpartum mom

Things I have bought as a Mom of 4 to get me through summer. This list will have my top items that I have bought that make my summer so much easier.

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! *Disclosure: I may earn from qualifying purchases. You can read the full disclosure here- https://happymommying.com/affiliate-disclosure/

As A Mom Of 2, I Wanted To Share My Favorite Things That Made My Life Easier As A Mom