When preparing for your baby's arrival, creating a well-stocked and organized changing table is essential for smooth and stress-free diaper changes. In this post, part of our Nesting Series, we’ll be covering all the must-have items for a changing table, with a twist—since we're keeping ours in the bathroom, we'll also include some baby bathing essentials and medications that will come in handy. If your changing table is in the baby's bedroom, feel free to adjust the list to suit your needs, but we hope this gives you some ideas on how to create a convenient, functional space for your little one.
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!
Everything we use for baby led weaning, from the first messy purees to actual finger foods. Splat mats, suction plates, and the utensils that made this whole stage so much less stressful.
As a retired elementary physical education teacher, I feel confident recommending the fun fitness gift ideas in this collection for your children and grandchildren! Let's make fitness fun for kids! They will love it! This list contains affiliate links. I may earn commissions with purchases through the links at no extra cost to buyers.
A collection of practical kid essentials that actually get used in real life, season after season.
This list includes everyday gear, seasonal must-haves, and travel-friendly items that make outings, school days, and trips easier to manage. From splash pants and sun hats to small organizers and travel helpers, everything here has been chosen for function, durability, and making life with kids just a little smoother.
Having a baby, we need to cut through the consumerist clutter and get what's actually essential. (The play section is all extra's but essential in my house)
I’m about to pop with my second son and realized that although we saved so many things from our first we still have a big list of things we wanted or needed. I hope this list helps you think of things you may have forgotten about or not given much thought to!
Now as a postpartum momx2, the items on this list are my absolute favorites! Healing and recovering does not have to be complicated! Just a few things are needed to be totally taken care of! Happy recovery mama!
Looking for healthy toddler snacks you can grab on your next Walmart run? 🛒 These mom-approved picks are perfect for busy days, school lunches, or on-the-go car rides. From fruit and yogurt options to crunchy, mess-free bites, each snack is toddler-friendly and easy to keep stocked at home. Simple, affordable, and picky-eater approved because snack time shouldn’t be stressful!
All our go-to picks for those wobbly first steps! From supportive shoes and sturdy push toys to outdoor essentials and gear that keeps up with little explorers. These are the things that made learning to walk fun, safe, and a little less nerve-wracking for us (and our backs).
From quick errands to long walks, travel days to everyday strolls—this list covers the best stroller options for every kind of outing. Whether you need something lightweight and compact, rugged and all-terrain, or sleek and stylish, these picks help you roll through parenthood with ease (and a little flair).
Items we use when traveling with a 1 and 3 year old! From road trips and flights to hotel stays and everyday outings, this list helps make traveling with little ones easier, safer, and more organized. Includes convenience items, comfort favorites, feeding essentials, sleep solutions, entertainment ideas, and space-saving products designed to reduce stress and keep both parents and kids happy while away from home. Perfect for family vacations, weekend getaways, daycare travel, or building the ultimate baby travel checklist.
Great affordable baby toys for babies 0-6 months that your baby will use everyday. Some of these are great for development, tummy time, sensory and some make the best teething toys!
These are the stories, picture books, and board books that my little one can’t get enough of. From silly adventures to sweet bedtime tales, each pick is toddler-tested, parent-approved, and guaranteed to make storytime fun for everyone.
After moving into our home five years ago, our dining room quickly and naturally turned into the craft room. So many memories and so much creativity being made in there on the daily. I love how my wooden farm table has paint splattered on it. These are some of the things we currently have or have used in there and really enjoyed or was really useful. I highly recommend a designated craft area for your kids without worrying about things possibly getting painted on or some marker or glue. Things can always be replaced, but the memories and fun will last forever!
This is a list of items we use daily with our surprise little girl who makes #5 for us; some are new items that weren’t available with other babies and some are items we’ve loved using with each baby.
Here are my top picks for educational shows and channels for toddlers, available on YouTube, Prime, and Netflix. These recommendations are based on what has worked best for me and my daughter, but there are always other great options out there too. Comment below to add your two cents. My primary focus was to help her develop speech, phonemic awareness, and counting skills. I've organized the sections from 18 months to 3 years old, as I believe it's important not to overstimulate kids with TV before 18 months.
A space where creativity is messy, mistakes are welcome, and imagination gets to run wild. From bold colors to simple tools, it’s not about perfection—it’s about expression, confidence, and letting kids create freely 💛🖌️
Parenting can get crazy at times!! These are the tools I rely on for my kids. From bottle feeding and soothing to potty training and travel, these essentials keep life smoother (and my sanity intact). Baby gear, toddler helpers, and kid must-haves that make every stage a little easier.
This list contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you. These have become my new obsession as a stuffed animal collector. I love how small they are and they have a great price point compared to similar items on the market.
As a toddler mom you need to keep up and pull things out of thin air. Some of the things below help me do just that to keep the fun rolling, snacks coming, and have organization to the chaos.
All the things you wish you found and things I actually have bought and kept at a Super Target each month in MN. I have the receipts😉 Come hang out and read why I bought it!
My house consists of 3 dogs, 2 Ferrell toddlers and my fiancé who can’t shop without me.
as a student at the university of michigan, i live by the motto work hard play hard. this list is going to be divided into work hard (ie. school supplies) and play hard (ie. going out tops.) if you're searching for more ideas balancing school and social, this is the list for you!
Here’s all my favorite gift ideas for baby & toddler girls Easter basket + some fun big gifts! From small teethers, to rain boots, to big gifts like swings & playgrounds. This is your one stop shopping list!
If you want your Easter baskets + gifts to be intentional like me, look no further. I see no point in buying junk they’ll never use. I’m all for things they will use over the summer and learning toys!
I bought tons of different summer things & accessories and filled up a water table with them!
Target, Amazon + hobby lobby were my go too’s!
Board books are always the best for toddlers and with the holiday time is approaching, adding Christmas themed books for your little one keeps reading fun and engaging. Check out my favorite Christmas board books down below!
Helping to make the count down magical for the whole family! Advent calendars are one of our favorite traditions and there are so many unique and funky ideas! I love finding ones that are just a little different
Back-to-school season sneaks up on me every single year, so I built the one list I wish I'd had: 100 finds that knock out the whole checklist in one sitting, organized in the order you actually shop it.
Backpacks is the biggest section and the right place to start, because it is the decision everything else gets sized around. It runs from the Simple Modern Disney toddler and kids packs — Mickey, Cars, Buzz and Woody, Princess — for the preschool and early-elementary crowd, through the BIOWORLD Lilo & Stitch and Moana Tropica five-piece sets that arrive with the lunch bag and pencil case already matched, up to real laptop-carrying packs for middle and high school: the LOVEVOOK teen styles that fit a 15.6-inch laptop, the OKKID middle-school pack, and a Swissdigital with a built-in USB port for the kid who runs their phone dead by lunch. There are sport-themed 17- and 18-inch packs for boys and GeeWin four-piece sets if you would rather buy the whole kit in one order than hunt for a matching lunch box later.
Lunchboxes and Bottles is the section where leakproof matters more than the print, which is why the Bentgo five-compartment boxes are the backbone of it, including the Bluey and unicorn versions kids actually ask for. Alongside them are bento sets that come with a thermos and utensils, which is the answer for a kid who will not eat another cold sandwich.
School Supplies is the boring section that saves the most money, because it is where the bulk buys live — the 100-packs of retractable ballpoint pens and the rest of the classroom list you will be asked for twice before October.
Organization and Desk covers the locker and the homework spot at home, which is the part that decides whether the supplies survive past September. Study and Tech Gear is the short last section for the upper grades.
There is something here for every stage from kindergarten through college move-in, and most picks are budget-friendly enough to stock up for more than one kid. Made for parents shopping two or three kids at once, anyone replacing a backpack that did not survive last year, teachers stocking a classroom, or a first-time kindergarten parent staring at a supply list that makes no sense. If you are searching for kids backpacks, a leakproof lunch box, school supplies in bulk, locker organization, or a teen laptop backpack on Amazon, start here. Save it before the supply-list emails start rolling in, because the character backpacks and the popular lunch box colors are the first things to sell through in August.
As a first-time mom, I quickly realized how important it is to keep your diaper bag stocked with the right stuff. Not just the basics, but the things that actually come in clutch when you're out with your baby especially if you're running errands, traveling, or just trying to avoid a meltdown in public 😅
Make eating time much easier with these items! Meals can be stressful and messy with toddlers and kids. These products have made our lives much easier and cleaner!
It's difficult to find toys for my son. He likes things that light up, spin, make noise, are educational, or are colorful. Here are things I've found over the years that he enjoys.
Sometimes finding cute, neutral baby boy clothes can be difficult. Trust me, as a boy mom, I know! I’ve gathered some of my favorite baby boy summer outfits for you below!
From cars to balance bikes, these are the toys our toddler actually plays with every day. Simple, timeless favorites that spark imagination and survive the chaos of real life.
Baby showers are all about the new life coming into the world, and too often, we forget about the one GROWING said new life. This list has items specifically for the mom-to-be!
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Discover the best gift ideas for kids of all ages. These are items I have personally purchased and my kids loooooove. I have a 1 year old and a almost 4 year old.
These items are picked based on what I use for my own child. I was also an art teacher and still work with children so I picked items that my students or other parents might enjoy.
everyone stay calm but we are in fact approaching holiday season! 😮💨 from parents, partners, kiddos (including pets), this list has every gift you would need to cover everyone!
These are all the essentials I keep on hand for crafting with my kiddos. We love a good craft, and I keep these things in stock so that we can pull it out anytime. Perfect for rainy days especially.
Celebrate a new bub with a collection of thoughtful, Australian‑inspired keepsakes and essentials—nostalgic, practical, and full of charm. From handmade nursery décor to cuddly native-animal companions and beautiful learning toys, these are gifts that really stand out at an Aussie baby shower.
These are the things that I bring with me on long trips in the car or even on public transport, with my 2 year old. They help avoid screen time, while helping me stay sane on long journeys. Which if you're a toddler parent, you know can be hard! Hope they help you too!
These products has helped me tremendously with care of my micro preemie. All babies you should handle delicately, but micro preemies are extremely delicate from their skin, to feeding and from learning medical complications and conditions
Party supplies that we used for my daughters “Berry first birthday” It was so much fun to plan this party. I hope these help someone else!
This isn’t everything we used, we thrifted a lot!
Discover the cutest, trendiest and most comfortable baby girl clothes that every parent will love. From soft onesies to stylish dresses, cozy sleepwear and everyday essentials.This list is filled with must-have picks to keep your little princess comfy and picture-perfect. Featuring trusted baby fashion brands, you’ll find the perfect outfit for every occasion.
With the LONG winter coming soon, and with soon-to-be three toddler boys, we're always in need of new ways to use energy without bouncing off the walls or destroying things indoors. Our kiddos love to flip, climb, run, and jump. If you're looking for ways to optimize your home environment for free (and crazy) play this winter, I hope some of these ideas inspire you!
As a mom to four kids under five cloth diapering has saved me thousands of dollars and diaper rashes! It really isn’t as hard as you might think especially with this list. I have tried a bunch of kinds so you don’t have to!
We just got back from a beach trip with our three boys, the one who we packed the most for was obviously the baby lol. Heading to the beach with a baby doesn’t have to be stressful! I’ve rounded up the beach essentials I actually used to make beach days easier, safer, and more enjoyable. From sun protection and shade to feeding, diaper changes, naps, and sand friendly toys, these are the products I reach for every trip. Whether you’re packing for your baby’s first beach vacation or you’re a seasoned beach family, this list will help you stay organized and prepared for a fun day in the sun.
I played with Little People when I was a kid, and now that my daughter loves them just as much, I'm always collecting new sets and figurines. But if you're unsure where to start with adding Little People to your toddler's playroom, these are my recommendations! I also recommend choosing sets based on your toddler's interests!
These are the little things that have helped me navigate motherhood with a little less stress and a lot more confidence. Some of my affordable favorites that have earned a permanent place in our home, diaper bag, or car.
Working opposite shifts, my husband is stuck to do bedtime alone with the two kids. One kid is three and our other is seven months old. So it is no easy feat on your own. This is what we use and helps him get through tubby time with laughter and smiles rather than a fight.
for pregnancy, post-partum and breastfeeding items that you have a difficult time sorting through in the store because a variety of things including but not limited to being pregnant and overstimulation of stores and being pregnant and having a baby in your belly and pregnancy symptoms
Mom’s looking for the perfect neutral baby gear…this list is for you. As a first time mom, I wanted baby gear that still felt peaceful and aesthetic in my home. I did so much research looking for products I would love that my baby would too, and I would have loved a list like this when I was pregnant! These are also perfect if you want more kids because they are gender neutral!
Things I actually used and loved for my twin girls! When I was pregnant I was so overwhelmed trying to figure out what I needed. I wish I had this list to look at back then!!
Remember that you don’t need 2 of everything , they mostly just need you :) but these things will make your life a little easier !!
If your a mama to be, this is the perfect list for you! I know it can be overwhelming to create your registry. These are various baby items that I had or wish I had the first year of my sons life including bigger items, items for playtime and baby carriers.
As I mama of 3 who has had 2 planned home births I know that planning a home birth can feel overwhelming
—this list makes it simple. 🤍
These are the must-have essentials for a comfortable, and peaceful home birth experience, from labor support tools and postpartum recovery items to newborn necessities. Thoughtfully curated for mamas choosing an intentional, at-home birth, whether it’s your first baby or your fifth. Save this list as your go-to guide while you prepare to welcome your little one in the comfort of your own home.
Maman de 2 enfants, je te partage nos musts pour des enfants en bas de 3 ans et tout ce que notre famille aime et utilise +++ au quotidien!!
• Produits nettoyants
• Essentiels bébé
• DME
• Dodo
• Jouets
All my baby and toddler winter must-haves to keep your little ones cozy, comfy, and ready for the cold 🧣❄️ From warm layers to everyday essentials, these are the things that actually make winter easier for both of us.
All the little things I've found for my daughter.. including: decorating & organizing her bedroom, cute outfits, fun activities, books and toys she loves, and anything functional that's made our lives easier
Packing a hospital bag to give birth to my third baby!! Here are the items I plan to bring in my own bag and Don’t worry I’ll keep it budget friendly!!
These items were my favorite when my littles were young! Practical, wooden, durable, and mainly Melissa & Doug. They are great quality, and allow for teachable moments in the home!
Boys get more and more difficult to shop for as they get older! Here are a few of my tried and true ideas - and I'm always on the lookout for more! Some is standard but hopefully I can give a few suggestions out of the ordinary and what you might find from others.
This list gathers the postpartum essentials that truly made a difference for me and that you won't find on every other postpartum list —from sleep aids and recovery must-haves to little luxuries that bring calm to chaotic days. I’ve been there: running on no sleep, balancing healing with caring for a tiny human, and trying to feel like myself again.
The gear that decides whether anyone in the house sleeps. Sorted by what actually gets used at 3am rather than what looks best staged in nursery photos. (Note: This list contains affiliate links, and I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.)
*BOYS CLOTHING* I love shopping at H&M for my kids! They are so great for basics and also for clothes that look different and extra! If you sign up for emails there’s always a 20% off coupon around the corner 😉
A little collection of the cutest dresses for little girls 🎀 Sweet, comfy and easy to style — from everyday favorites to pretty dresses for special days. 🤍
As a pediatric speech language pathologist, I am always looking for ways to build communication around play. These toys are some of my tried and true favorites that your kids will absolutely love! I have added play ideas in the recommendation comments next to each toy. Happy playing!🥰 p.s. I’m working on reels of explaining how to use these toys to build language over on my IG @aubrey.jloya. Follow me!