My favorite products I use daily. I'm a 19-year-old first-time mom so I did a ton of research on the best quality products you need. Some of these products you don't need for a newborn but they're convenient for me. I'm still new to this but these have worked for me so far and I think new moms would find this helpful. I wish you the best of luck if you're a new parent!!
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.
I started my baby registry when I was 3 months pregnant. As it's my first pregnancy, I want to make sure I get everything right. What started out as a list for myself turned into a HUGE list that (thankfully) I'm blessed to have help with. All these items are extensively researched and things I've actually purchased and tried out (to the best of my ability since baby boy is not here yet!) Hopefully, they help you build your registry!
As a mama of 2, these were my most used items during both pregnancies. Here are the apps I used, the pillow I slept with every single night, the belly oils and clothes I would recommend for any expecting mama.
A thoughtfully curated list of essentials to keep your little one warm, stylish, and happy all autumn long — from wardrobe staples to outdoor fun gear!
These are our go-to baby items that we reach for daily. From morning to bedtime, these products help us stay organized, comfortable, and sane. No overhyped gadgets, just things that have truly earned their place in our home.
Some of my favorite breastfeeding items! As a mom with just under 3 years of breastfeeding experience under my belt, these are some of the items that I’ve found have helped me or are some of my favorites!
Give your kid's room a makeover or just add a few items to make him or her more comfortable. Get sheets, furniture, accessories, decorations and much more.
These summer items are worth the purchase in my opinion! I've used them and they did not disappoint! Be the heat and make it a comfortable, fun summer!
As a first time mom I was lost when it came to building my registry. These are the items I either put on my registry and LOVED or purchased after and wish I put on my registry in the first place. Use this list to get ready for your baby!
These are such a life saver with my son , and it makes life easy, he enjoys the water pad as he is such a water baby , And my the tommie tippee sterilization game changer as well as the bottle warmer, yes please life made easy !✨🫶🏾
i remember being a first time mom and over buying things that i didn’t need. now, i’m about to have my third baby and i can confidently say that i feel like ive got it figured out! i hope this list can help any new mama with any essentials you didn’t know you needed❤️
🎁 Gift Ideas for Kids Ages 7 Months – 7 Years (Boys & Girls)
A curated collection of fun, engaging, and age-appropriate gift ideas for little ones from babies to early elementary! This list includes developmental toys, sensory play essentials, books, creative activities, outdoor favorites, and practical picks kids and parents both love. Whether you're shopping for birthdays, holidays, or just-because surprises, you’ll find thoughtful options that spark learning, imagination, and joy for every age from toddlers to big kids.
Navigating postpartum recovery? This guide covers all the essentials you need for bottom care, full-body care, and breastfeeding support. From soothing products to must-have tools, take care of yourself as you care for your little one!
Easter Baskets for teen and college girls. In college you look forward to any gift from family/support. Easter baskets are a good way to get in essentials and self care that teens wouldn’t buy for themselves
These are my recommendations from personal experience on toys that are just amazing high quality affordable and very durable cuz kids can be rough on toys sometimes
So much time goes into researching baby items before making the purchases. This list will have everything I have tried, tested, and are definitely worth it.
Here are the supplies I use for ages 4 - 12 to get them engaged in the process of puppet building. I like to show them simple designs that they can add their own ideas to. No hot glue required!
As a first time mom, I know how overwhelming it can be trying to put together a list of items that you think you might need for a baby. Knowing how many things are out there that aren’t needed and you may never use if you receive it, I’m here to give you my personal list of items that I’ve gotten for my baby and would recommend to my friends! I will try to continually add as things become more relevant and used in my household. Enjoy! 😊
There is soo many baby products on the market. If you unsure what products are the best or are worth a splurge. These are my must haves as a mom to 2 💖
Ok so I ALSO thought cloth diapering was too much for me and would be gross. But let's be real… diapers can be EXPENSIVE - especially if you're buying non-toxic, TCF diapers. We started cloth diapering part-time to save money on diapers and it's not as bad as I thought! Here are the essentail products I found for cloth diapering.And check out essembly for all the tips, tricks and info on cloth diapering!
🎮 Back to School for Gamers This carefully curated list is designed for student gamers heading back to class in style and comfort! It includes backpacks, notebooks, folders, clothes, and shoes all inspired by the games and characters kids love. Each item balances fun details with school-ready quality, making mornings easier and backpacks cooler. **Backpacks** * Umbro Mario Kart light-up backpack — the star button lights up just like in Mario Kart, and it *still* remains our favorite backpack yet. * Fortnite-themed backpack with 3D pickaxe attachment — the straps feature character artwork front and back, and even the interior lining shows Fortnite scenes. **Notebooks** * Minecraft spiral notebooks — essential for block-building fans. * Mario notebook — because Mario is the entry point for nearly every gaming obsession! **Folders** * Personalized take-home folders — perfect for keeping papers tidy; mom loves the included bonus set. * A sturdy, game-branded folder bundle your child will actually use. **Clothes** * Fortnite tees from Children’s Place — snagged at great prices. * Walmart finds for full outfits perfect for Fortnite super-fans. * Funny gamer-themed shirts — guaranteed to get giggles on the first day. **Shoes** * Cute kicks with gamer flair — including light-up Minecraft shoes that shine in style. **Lunch Boxes** * Game-themed lunch sets with matching water bottle and insulated bottom compartment. * Hard-to-find Fortnite lunch boxes that stand up to the entire school year. * Classic Mario lunch box — durable, reliable, and nostalgic. --- Perfect for gamers heading back to school—this list makes shopping for school supplies actually fun and keeps your kids excited to learn, organized, and uniquely stylish!
As a mom of three with the fourth on the way these are some of the must haves. These items have been used by all three of my kids and will definitely be used for the fourth as well!
My kiddos are 6 and 2.5 and these are some Christmas gift ideas that we are getting them or that we’ve told family members to get them! Hope you guys enjoy and find some good things for your kids! 🥰
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💗
My son is on the autism spectrum and these are all the things he loves. There’s also items that help with meltdowns and sleep. Most items are very affordable while some can be a tad pricey.
My recommendations as a FTM! I will be updating this list more as my baby grows, so far these are all the things I couldn’t live without for the first month!
I’m always on the lookout for things that’ll actually keep my kids busy (and happy!) for more than five minutes. These picks are tried-and-true favorites that my kids love and don’t get bored of!
A yoto player is my favorite purchase for my family! I have used it for all ages! My toddler loves the song cards and my child loves the quizzes and stories!
If you're breastfeeding (or planning to), these essentials made the journey so much easier — because let's be honest, breastfeeding is beautiful... but also A LOT.
(#4 of 4 Easter Lists)Easter baskets are some of my favorite gifts to put together. It brings me so much joy. Here are some cute and fun basket stuffer ideas for the boy bunnies in your life.
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.
These items help not only my autistic child but me as well. Because having a hard time equals bad behaviors. Less hard time equals harmony for both mother and child.
Baby items I have used and personally loved as a mom of 3 - soon to be 4. Motherhood can be one of the most amazing but challenging times and these items have truly made my life easier.
As a former educator and educational sales consultant, I saw firsthand how children benefit from interaction with fun learning activities. This list covers spelling, reading, math and science for preschool and elementary aged students.
Nursing is one of the hardest and most rewarding journeys! I have been on this journey for 20 months now and these are my most have for early post-partum and through the journey!
PART 2 - Our families best finds for Toddlers in Canada. Lots of great items from the essentials (diapers, wipes, etc) to value-add items that make life easier! All super high quality products that our family chooses.This list is broken down into the following sections:1- Tableware2 - Gear3 - Books
We travel coast to coast 3x a year, visiting family in both Philly and Cali, with two young children. These products have allowed us to enjoy our travels and have prevented random store runs.
My recommendations for first time parents, 2nd time parents and everyone in between. These are cleaner brands and brands on the more affordable side, while still maintaining their perf
baby products can get really expensive and as a new mom, it’s hard to know what to spend your money on. here are some of my favorite baby products that i think are actually worth spending your money on!
Something about summer and water, summer and sun, summer and relaxed days, am I right? Watermelon, fireflies, and campfires. Family cookouts, kayaking, and a few grand adventures. Here’s how we’re preparing as a family with littles!
When picking out supplies for school, it can be tricky. To help, here are some of the best quality and longest lasting school supplies from my experience!
Here is a list of items that I recommend for teen boys. I have twins and they both enjoy these subtle yet necessary items that they say have enhanced their lives.
As a toddler mom, I am looking for gifts that are good for their developments, sense of self, and confidence building! This is what we are getting our 13 month old twins for Christmas! These gifts are gender neutral and loved into the 5-6 age range for most of them!
If you are a pregnant mom you should consider getting these things for the postpartum phase to make your life easier and help you recover faster. Especially if you are breastfeeding!
Are you not sure what to put in your toddlers stocking and you dont want it to be all candy and chocolate? I got you covered !! Check out the links below for affordable, practical and fun stocking stuffers for your kid(s).
From one mom of a speech delay toddler to another mom. For reference, my toddler is 3 years old and is currently in speech therapy for expressive language delay and phonology disorder. Below are toys he uses in therapy every week, as well as toys we have come across to help further his speech development! Adding toys and recommendations for kids 3 years old to age 6! If you have any questions or concern's please leave a comment or message me! I would be happy to help in any way that I can.
These are on repeat at our house a must have!
From educational toys to magnetic tiles, bubble guns, and fun activities, these are the toys my little one's actually play with every day. Some of these toys you can take for car rides, traveling, restaurants, or just keep at home.
It can be so hard finding toys and activities that are developmentally appropriate for your child. This list includes toys for 12-18 month olds as well as toys that are intended for older kids, but that can still be used with this age range. The toys on these list can be found at Target or on Target.com Category Kid/Baby
As a first time mom who thoroughly enjoys motherhood, it can be scary for those who don't know what to expect! I’ve tried a variety of products for my baby, find the links to my favorite purchases that hands done made my journey a lot smoother!
I've found a few helpful items in this wild ride of motherhood. I hope they help you too! Some I have used since my first pregnancy and baby, while otherse I have found aling the way with my younger children.
Ever wonder what to buy for a friend who recently had a baby? Everyone buys for baby, but momma seems to get overlooked quite often. This is a time where she needs to be pampered and cared for as well. Here are some essential to throw together in a gift basket for her 🩷
Adorably spooky and buttery soft, these Spearmint Love Halloween pajamas are perfect for cozy nights and festive fun. Featuring playful prints and breathable fabric, they’re a must-have for your little one's fall wardrobe
So, new mom, you're breastfeeding, exhausted, and overwhelmed, right? I've been there! Breastfeeding can be really hard (really hard!) in the beginning, but the right tools can make it easier! This breastfeeding essentials list has the breastfeeding items that helped me (successfully still breastfeeding) along with comfortable nursing friendly clothing and nursing bras. I hope this helps you in your breastfeeding journey. For more helpful baby and toddler info and ideas, visit the official Happy Mommying Blog!
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As a mama of toddlers (and another little one on the way!), I know how important it is to have the right essentials that actually make life easier. This list is filled with my tried-and-true must-haves for moms—products that save time, bring peace to the chaos, and help us steward our homes and families well. Whether you’re a first-time mama or adding to your crew, these are the things I personally use and recommend to make motherhood a little lighter 💛
Mom life, a lot of the times means, in the car. School runs, Target hauls, soccer games, cheer meets-You name it!! These 20 must-haves keep the chaos under control: organizers, snack savers, chargers and little life-savers you'll wonder how you lived without. Realzy approved and mom-tested😉
These are some of my idea's 💡for Gifts and Stocking Fillers for all. Something for all the family and not only at Christmas but all year round too!
🎁 I hope to inspire others and to take the stress out of buying gifts for others! 💡🫶
Items we LOVE for our babes to keep them entertained and learning, help with fine motor skills, along with non-tox care to keep them healthy and ready for the busy days ahead.
Having a baby and overwhelmed with the task of creating your registry? This is a list of items I have used and loved when I was a first time mom! Just to give you some ideas of what works and what doesn’t!
Get ready to roll, squish, shape, and sculpt! This list is packed with our favorite sensory play materials and how we use them!
(Handwriting skills later on heavily rely on fine motor ability - maneuvering clay/doh is one of the greatest ways to daily strengthen these skills!)
Check out my list of favorite products that helped me tremendously after I gave birth to my daughter! This list focuses on care for mom mostly but also has products that are good for mom & baby.
This carefully curated guide features the best selling fidget toys people truly love from calming stress relief favorites to trendy, fun designs everyone's talking about. Whether you're shopping for focus, anxiety relief, classroom approved options, or gift worthy finds, these picks are tried and true favorites for kids, teens, and adults.
Neurological development is crucial in ages 0-3 years old. 0-1 years old is a time where babies are grasping the world around them and learning so rapidly. These are toys that I’ve used with my daughter that I feel have helped her so much developmentally.
As a mom of a toddler that experiences skin sensitivities and eczema, I've compiled some products that I would recommend trying if you are on the same boat! Remember, nothing works for everyone and it's important to use your discretion when trying new products and ingredients ESPECIALLY on little ones :)
Our littles are inundated with plastic toys from birth. Plastic can hinder developmental milestones, and science is showing that microplastics are becoming more and more common.
Let’s try to eliminate plastic from our little’s lives and help them be healthier humans which creates a healthier earth. 🌎
These are the game-changing items I didn’t know I needed until I was deep in the trenches of toddler life. If you’re overwhelmed and exhausted, these will help.
Etsy is a gold mine for mums looking for unique pieces for their little one. Whether its clothes, bibs, muslin cloths or keepsakes, you will find some stunning pieces in this collection.
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 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.
We keep our playroom pretty minimal so there’s lots of room for playing, exploring, and the occasional toy explosion. Everything here earned its spot because we actually use it and love it. These are our favorite toys, furniture pieces, and little decor finds that make the space work for our family.