Looking for baby items for your new baby or to gift to someone having a new baby? Well I have been adding and will continue adding the things that have helped me and other moms that I am close to with their journey! My 2 best friend Ms are currently pregnant and I have been making a list of must haves for them! These are items or suggestions that really made a difference when raising my kids!
Feeding recommendations I have gathered over the years as a pediatric occupational therapist and parent. Recs available from breastfeeding through first foods and beyond!
Travelling can be difficult with little babies / toddlers… but hey here are some items that will help make if fun, easy, and memorable.. Didn't include basic necessities such as diapers, wipes, food, etc… because I know as the great parents we all are will over think and over pack all the baby stuff we need and still forget something ;P (that's okay… we can always buy it on the way)
Clothing for all the play-dates, dinners, fancy events, birthday parties, casual days at home, or fun family days out on the town. Your baby or toddler is sure to look super fly with these finds.
Resources and products that I've used with children to develop their social-emotional development. These can help introduce children to mindfulness and benefit their overall mental health and wellbeing.
Creating a baby registry can feel overwhelming, but I’m here to help! I’ve shared my full registry and divided it into two essential lists: the must-have baby items I actually used and loved, plus the products I didn’t end up needing or found overhyped. From game-changing essentials to items you can skip, this guide will help you build a practical, stress-free registry with only what’s truly worth it. Check it out and shop smarter for your little one!
I’m a new homeschool mom with a new school goer. My daughter is in pre-k so we are figuring this out together. We are loving the journey so far and these are some of our favorite things that have made it easier & more fun!
Posting the best of the best baby items I have found! I know how hard it is to have the most expensive or unnecessary items pushed onto new moms. These are what I have found work best for our family!
Choosing items as a first time mum is so hard when there are so many different products out there. This is my list of items I wouldn’t think twice about buying if I had to do it all over again from the beginning
Kalau kamu lagi bingung cari kado untuk temanmu yang baru melahirkan, silahkan cek rekomendasi ini. Pastinya sangat bermanfaat untuk bayi dan ibunya. Semoga membantu.
As a hypnobirthing teacher and a Mum of 2, this is definitely my area of expertise. I gave birth to both my children in such empowering ways, my little girl was born in a birth centre and my little boy at home on our landing. I was calm, confident and empowered throughout both labours, it was honestly such an incredible experience.
Our oldest is the ultimate dinosaur lover and when it came time for him to move from a crib to a big boy bed we decided to give him a whole room makeover. Of course all he wanted was dinosaurs, dinosaurs, and more dinosaurs…. So we made it happen!
are you going to a baby shower soon and have no idea what to get! then this list is perfect for you. make sure to pay attention to their registry, but if you want a cute presentation and items they'll actually use, this is perfect! this ends up being a little over $200
We have a 2 year old, she's not fond of all toys, doesn't watch TV much and isn't into characters. It's hard buying anything she actually likes and plays with, although these have been on repeat! Have items for Teens and anyone interested in Stranger Things
This list is curated with toddler girls in mind. These items are all things my 2.5 year old daughter either loves or I plan to get her. *Disclosure: I do participate in the Amazon Associates program and I do make a small commission off if qualifying purchases. Your support allows me to run my blog, stay home with my daughter more and share what I love. It is appreciated.
The postpartum period is a time of recovery, adjustment, and self-care. With so many changes happening in your body, it’s essential to have the right tools and products to support your healing and well-being. Here’s a list of postpartum essentials that helped me as a first time mom!
Looking for fun ways to get your kids outside and active? These outdoor playtime favorites are perfect for encouraging movement, creativity, and screen-free fun. Whether it’s backyard adventures, park days, or summer play, these kid-approved essentials make outdoor time exciting and healthy.
Toys that my kids love that I actually love too. These are toys that I’ll hang onto even after my kids have outgrown them, just so I can see my future grandkids play with them.
All of these have a wide age range as well, being played with by my 2 year old up to my 7 year old!
My favorite healthy on the go snacks babyhood through toddlerhood! All of my recommendations on this list are dairy and egg free due to my daughter’s allergies!
All things Christmas for our 4-month-old baby! Some of these were on our wish list for her grandparents, and others we picked out for her ourselves. I know she doesn’t need anything, but I’m so excited for her first Christmas and want it to be special. I tried to make sure all the gifts would either be really useful for us or offer a fun learning activity! ❤️💚
Mom's don't always want a spa day or time away from the kids (they are nice on occasion but after having a baby its not my first wish). Having things to make my home comfortable and help me rest being NEAR my children is really what I needed. Any new mom would LOVE any of these gifts.
Carter’s dropped a BRAND NEW clothing line, featuring adorable and soft pieces for toddlers! Soft colors, adorable patterns and definitely curated for the upcoming season, my favorite; FALL! 🍁🍂
Summer is the time of year where we’re outside with our kids the most! Put some tools in your toolbox with these awesome activities they can play with this summer!
As a Mom of 3 kids, 15 and over, I have celebrated a lot of Mother's Days. These are some of the best gifts I have received and some I would like to receive. If you have any of these, let me know in the comments!
Are you looking for ways to encourage screen free fun? I have tried all the things and complied a list of what has actually worked well for us. These are favorites that encourage hours of play! Our ages: 4 years - 9 years but could work for younger and older children as well.
I miscarried my second baby in less than 3 months. I made this list and purchased almost all of these items thinking I would be welcoming my fourth (technically fifth) baby in December. This would've been my first and only girl, to say i'm devastated is an understatement. I'm hopeful to get pregnant by the end of 2025 so I wanted to share this list with you all. Please keep me and my family in your prayers. Love you all sm.
Discover the ultimate postpartum recovery kit with this carefully curated list of postpartum must-haves designed to support new moms during their healing journey. From comfortable nursing bras and breastfeeding essentials to perineal care items, postpartum belly wraps, and stretch mark creams, this guide has everything you need to feel comfortable and cared for. Find top-rated postpartum pads, nursing pillows, and hydration bottles to keep you supported while adjusting to motherhood. Whether you’re recovering from a vaginal delivery or a C-section, these essentials ensure you're ready for every aspect of postpartum life. Perfect for hospital bag prep, registry lists, or thoughtful gifts for new moms, this section is packed with everything to make recovery smoother and more manageable.
My go-to pregnancy/postpartum items I will not live without! I’ve had two traumatic births and these items are just life-savers! If I have more kids, these are what I’d purchase every time!
These are toys that I have used as a COTA when working with babies. A lot of these toys my nephews and niece had growing up. They’re all cute, engaging and fun!
First-time mama? I got you, girl! ☀️💛 From gentle wipes to tummy-soothing bath time and diaper cream that actually works, these are the products that keep my little one happy and my mama heart at ease. 🌿💖 All safe, natural, and totally baby-approved—because our tiny humans deserve the best! You’ve got this, mama! 🌸✨
Everything that truly helped us survive and thrive in the first year — from everyday must-haves to game-changing lifesavers. These are items I actually used, loved, and would recommend to any new parent. Whether you’re expecting or building your registry, this list has the real-deal baby gear for the first 12 months.
My toddler’s tried-and-true favorites at age two! From toys that build fine-motor skills to the ones that save the day during meltdowns, these are our go-tos for learning, creativity, and independent play.
These are the baby products I swear by—tried, tested, and truly helpful. From soothing essentials to everyday gear, everything here has made life easier, more comfortable, and a lot less stressful for both baby and me. Whether you’re a new parent or building your registry, you’ll find practical favorites that actually work
I have two kids and pumped and nursed for them. I think i hit every single roadblock I could so these are all the things I recommend if having any sort of problems or for just everyday breastfeeding!
I have twins so these are some things that I think are useful for other twin parents. Anything that you obviously need but isn’t listed (formula, bottles, diapers, car seats, etc) you can find in my baby items list. These are items I think are best for twins💗
A collection of my favorites things from my youngest daughter's nursery! I put a lot of thought into her room and love how it all came together. Everything from the furniture to the toys I chose specifically.
There are so many recommendations out there on newborn must haves and in my short time being a mom, I feel like I have put so many to the test and these are the ones I find myself still loving, gifting and most definitely recommending!
🐾If your kiddo is transitioning to their own room and are obsessed with bluey as much as my little one is then here are some helpful inexpensive decorative ways to add to their new room. I love that everything Bluey has the same simple colors that go well with anything bluey you might find somewhere else. This room and their colors are gender neutral that makes it even better when putting things together for any kid. Let me know what you guys think :)
Postpartum can be a difficult time but here are some of the things I used that helped recovery a lot. I’ve had one baby and did a lot of research on what works best and what moms loved the most. These were some of the things that worked best for me!
LOVE. EVERY. ITEM. ON. THIS. LIST. I can’t stress enough how amazing each of these items are. We have used every single one time and time again with both of our kiddos.
These fine motor activities keep kids engaged while strengthening hand muscles, coordination, and focus through playful building, molding, and creating.
This is for all of the mamas who's babies seem to have overly sensitive skin. My son experienced sensitivities to a lot of different lotions and washes that were supposed to be hypoallergenic and we ended up having to consult with not just his pediatrician but a dermatologist and this is a list of the things they recommended that worked for my son.
Moms: here are the items that got me through my first few months postpartum. Ranging from the essentials to those treats you just gotta have (hello, cookies!!) in a phase of life where you’re so focused on taking care of your sweet new baby, make sure you take care of yourself too!
Breastfeeding can be difficult for some women in many ways. Even if it isn’t difficult you still need some essentials to make it easier!! All these items I used on my breast feeding journeys and made everything so much better! I hope they help you too❤️
Pack what you’ll need for the first 24 hours and you can always have a second bag with extras that you keep in the car if your stay is longer. Tip: partners will be the ones looking for things in the bags so make sure they know how it’s packed!
As a first time mom, these are the items that have made this transition into motherhood (parenthood - Hubby uses these too 😁) so rewarding and easy. We spent a lot of time researching things we knew we needed, getting advice from parents who are friends, and even trying out items while I was pregnant just to see if we liked it. I’ll be giving recs for all my faves, and be sure catch all the tea that I dropping about each item.
School is back, and so is the chaos — but being prepared can make all the difference. This list is packed with everything you actually need to start the year strong, from trending supplies and productivity boosters to hygiene must-haves that keep you feeling fresh all day. Whether you’re heading to high school or college, this is your one-stop shop to slay the semester. All products are from amazon 💗
As a mom of 4 amazingly autistic young adults, I know a few things about what works. So often, we see the same toys and recommendations….for little kids. But kids grow up, and parents need more than the basics. Here's some of my secrets. 👀
My Kids Bento Collection that we bought until today. We already owned this for a couple month, some of them are new. With this list we would love to share our thoughts and reviews about these Bento Lunch Boxes
So I’ve based this recommendation list on what my kids really want this Christmas! I have 2 boys so you may notice it leans in that direction - but honestly I think these gift ideas are universal. I’m a girl and all these things are right up my street too!! So if you’re struggling for ideas this Christmas… I’ve got you!
Discover the must-have newborn essentials every new parent needs. From baby sleep solutions and feeding gear to diapering, health, and comfort items—these are the top-rated newborn products that make life easier for both mom and baby. Whether you’re a first-time parent or adding to your family, this list features trusted baby gear, affordable newborn must-haves, and Amazon bestsellers that real moms recommend.
This guide is only items that will be used over and over again! I hate going to a shower and only seeing cute clothes. They’re adorable, but a baby needs a lot more than clothes!
I don't know about you but summers for us have always equaled two things.... lots of outside time and lots of being away from home (vacations, picnics, trips to the pool). Here was some of my must haves for outside and on the go!
Budget-friendly gifts under $25 that are practical, fun, and guaranteed to make anyone smile—perfect for stocking stuffers, thank-you treats, and everyday surprises.
A curated guide of screen-free road trip activities grouped by age. From sensory play for toddlers to logic games for tweens, these ideas keep kids entertained, creative, and happy during long drives.