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.
Travelling with kids is a mix of planning, packing, and a little bit of improvising and this list is all about what’s actually made it easier for us along the way.
From snacks and organization tools to small lifesavers that keep kids comfortable and entertained, these are the items that have helped reduce stress and make travel smoother (especially on flights and long trips).
Everything here has been tried, tested, and used in real travel situations while figuring things out as we go with 2 kids. If you’re navigating travel with kids too, I hope these finds help make your journeys a little easier!
Celebrate the upcoming arrival of a sweet baby girl with a perfectly planned shower, featuring soft pink tones, custom-wrapped water bottles and ballon bouquets with every element being thoughtfully designed to create a warm, joyful atmosphere for the mom-to-be and her guests.
Here’s what’s in my “Oh, I’ve Got That” Bag If you’ve ever sat through a kids’ sporting event, you’ve likely heard a frantic, “Does anyone have…?” from a player or parent. Whether it’s ibuprofen, a bandage, a hair tie, or a safety pin, there’s always one mom who chimes in: “Oh, I’ve got that!” That mom is me. And if I don’t have it this time? You can bet it’ll be in the bag next time.
Planning a road trip with toddlers? These toddler road trip essentials help keep little kids entertained, fed, comfortable, and happy during long car rides. Includes toddler travel snacks, mess-free activities, car seat accessories, travel toys, and parent sanity savers perfect for vacations and summer travel.
These are the items I brought with me to the hospital and ACTUALLY used. I def brought some unnecessary items, but these were not them. 😉 The hospital provides everything you need for postpartum care, so I didn’t bring anything and don’t regret it. I even took some of the hospital stuff home.
So many people out there saying you need thousands of dollars worth of items for a newborn- you don't! Here are some affordable options and what I chose to have on my baby registry
Stay-At-Home Mom Must-Haves!
My go-to items that make stay-at-home mom life smoother, calmer, and a little cuter 💙 Real Life Essentials tested my busy toddler.
My recommendations and ideas for planning a fun, exciting baby shower. Some people like to choose the traditional pink or blue, others like to choose neutral colors.
I currently have a newborn and these are some of the things that I wish I would’ve had with my first son 10 years ago too! A lot of these things really help me minimize stress and be more present for my little one.
These are some games that I grew up playing that I personally have always enjoyed, but now as a school-based certified occupational therapy assistant these are some games that I find my students love.
Whether it’s their first day of preschool or heading into high school, these hand-picked items are practical, trendy, and parent-approved. I’ve organized everything by age so you can find exactly what your kids (or teens!) need to kick off the school year in style and confidence
If you're expecting a baby and plan to formula feed, or maybe you're being forced to formula feed while you work out breastfeeding - here are some products that have made my postpartum experience so much better!
Everything you need to make your postpartum and breastfeeding journey easier. As a Mom of 2, I know the feeling of being overwhelmed with all the things you need for giving birth and afterward. I hope this list of postpartum and breastfeeding essentials helps make your motherhood journey easier!
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.
Shows our daughter loves and we let her watch. Some of these shows will need a subscription to the streaming service, but some you can find clips of on Youtube.
As a first time mom, I’ve curated a great “starter” list as the Holidays are coming quickly! I know we’re all scrambling to make lists for our families/friends to buy for our little ones, and I’ve gotten stuck a few times while making a list! Here are some ideas, broken up into sections like Montessori style toys and bigger ticket items. Happy List Making! 🎄
This is for all my breastfeeding and nursing moms, making the whole experience smoother and more comfortable. It’s all about products that save time, bring comfort, and make life a little easier during those long days and nights!
We just wrapped up a week at Disney World with our 8 month old, and took him to Universal for a few days when he was 2.5 months. These are must haves to take with you and tips/tricks. See my other list titled “Traveling with a Baby" for all the things I recommend to take with you traveling whether that be by car or plane!
This list is great for ideas for a little one's first birthday! It consists of items that will grow with your toddler and can be used year after year. Their first birthday all the way to their 2nd birthday comes with LOTS of learning and growth. The difference from that first birthday to their second birthday is huge and bittersweet. I hope this list makes it a little easier to decide what to get them.
As a mom to five wild, imaginative, busy body kiddos, I have seen my share of GREAT toys and my share of absolute BUSTS (you know, the ones that break in five minutes or cause full-blown sibling wars). Here are the tried and true toys in our home that actually get played with every day. This list? It’s the holy grail of toys that are: ✅ Durable enough to survive a toddler tantrum ✅ Entertaining across multiple age groups ) ✅ Easy to clean up—or at least worth the mess ✅ Not a complete waste of money These toys are officially mom-tested, kid-approved, and, at times, sanity-saving because when kiddos are happy, mama is happy! Cheers to happy playtimes!
These are the nonnegotiables, the little tools, treats, and tricks that take you from frazzled to functioning. From sunrise to sesh these picks keep you hydrated, organized, and smelling like a dream. Because a smoother day means a better night for mama.
Baby number #2 nursery is coming in hot! These are some of the pieces we have chosen for our dream space for a precious little baby. We are keeping it colourful, fun & neutral tones but adding lots of texture through the space with beautiful wall panelling! 🪿
Christmas Gifts I've purchased this year + wish list items from my kids.
I buy what my husband needs and try to follow this for the kids-
Something they want, something they need, something to wear, something to read
All my favorite things that keep me sane in the fourth trimester! Also please note, I’ve had 2 vaginal deliveries so things I thought were helpful may differ some!
🎄✨ Stockings stuffed, hearts full! ✨🎄
From giggles for the kids to cozy treats for grown-ups, this list has the perfect little surprises for everyone on your nice list. Small gifts, big joy—because the best things really do come in tiny packages! 🎁❤️
I have decided I’m going to create a list for every month of things I bought or thought about buying/wanted. All different things and categories, Just felt like it would be fun to share. Let me know what you think! I hope you find some fun inspo here through my wants and purchases ✨ updating daily as the month progresses and ending it as the next starts.
Aktifitas untuk buah hati anda, disertai tutorial step by step Art and Craft anak-anak yang dapat digunakan untuk mengisi waktu luang si kecil ataupun digunakan di kelas. Mengasah bakat anak dan melatih kreatitasnya. Aku kumpulkan berbagao ide aktivitas dengan bahan yang mudah di dapat dan waktu pengerjaan art and craft yang relatif singkat.
There's tired, there's mom tired, and then there's homeschool mom tired. It's a whole ‘nother level! Setting realistic expectations helps. Make sure you're being realistic for yourself and your kids. Also, remember to give yourself grace! Your kids are getting so much more than just reading, writing, and math from staying home. Follow me here: YouTube: tinyurl.com/8muczuwn and instagram.com/natural_roots_living
These are the products we’ve been reaching for when it comes to keeping medicine options a little simpler and more intentional for our family and baby. We’ve been gradually trying to reduce some of the more unnecessary ingredients in the home and be more mindful about what we keep on hand and use regularly, especially for things we reach for during sick days or everyday care.
From need-to-haves to highly suggested items (learn from my mistakes), this is everything you need to consider having in a diaper bag as a first-time mom on-the-go. (This list contains affiliate links.)
If you’ve ever loaded everyone into the car, driven to a playground… and thought, “well that was a letdown” 😅
This list is for you.
These are Metro Atlanta playgrounds we actually go to and would recommend—fun for kids, manageable for parents, and worth the effort to get there.
✔ different areas around Metro Atlanta
✔ good for a range of ages
✔ space to play + room to breathe
✔ mom-approved (important 😄)
Perfect for:
🌳 after school outings
☀️ weekend plans
🧺 picnic days
🐾 getting everyone out of the house
Because sometimes you just need a place where kids can run… and you can sit for a minute 💛
With both a toddler and now 2 month old, I have gone through lots of products. I put together this list for the newer moms needing suggestions and recommendations!
Welcome to this section of must-have toys that every little one loves! Everything is about bright colours, interesting textures, and toys that are easy for tiny hands to hold and explore. Even with a small selection, we've already found a few favourites that truly stand out. These are toys that she has actually uses and absolutely loves. The moment she sees them, her eye light up with excitement and she instantly ready to play!
As a former early childhood educator (and parent who actually uses these!), I’ve rounded up the toys that truly hold a one-year-old’s attention while supporting real developmental milestones. This list skips the gimmicks and focuses on open-ended, durable, and engaging toys that encourage movement, curiosity, and early learning — so you can feel confident that playtime is both fun and meaningful.
Being a mom of 5 kids, it sometimes gets a little challenging to keep everyone occupied and contented. These are some of the little things that helped keep those little hands busy and out of mischief. There are also some cute fun things I added to their rooms.
Every parent has a vision of slower mornings, no alarm clocks, hot crisp days, pool days, beach days and maybe even stay home days. As summer quickly approaches us it is hard to find new things to do to make the kids summer break a little more memorable even just being home. This list is listed with staples in our home that we have purchased in order to stay cool in the backyard of make our life just a little simpler and less planned!
Whether it's your first pregnancy and you're drowning in a sea of too many choices for everything pregnancy related, or you've been around the block and are looking for some new ideas, this is the list for you!! These are my tried and true top recommendations for all facets of pregnancy.
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.
Your postpartum survival guide: everything I recommend for pain relief, healing, and daily comfort. I have gone through postpartum 3 times… about to be 4 times in the last 4 years!
Looking for the safest, most reliable car seats for 2026 and 2027? I’ve curated a list of top-rated infant, convertible, and all-in-one car seats. Featuring expert-vetted picks that meet the new FMVSS 213a side-impact safety standards, these selections focus on ease of installation, durability, and premium comfort for your child. Whether you need a rotating seat for easy buckling, an all-in-one that grows with your toddler, or the most compact option for 3-across travel, find the perfect parent-approved car seat here.
These are the cups that I’ve used with my kids that I love! I have a house full of carpet so spill proof is a must. I also have a toddler that loves to throw his, so these are good and durable.
Everything we bought this school year for my Pokemon-obsesed boy :) Because if he loves it, he will take care of it and we wont have to dig through the lost and found this year (fingers crossed!). It was more challenging than I thought it would be to find good quality school gear with a Pokemon theme. There seems to be a lot of junk out there that they just slap Pikachu on and call it good.
One of my favorite children's birthday party themes is just the classic BIRTHDAY PARTY! Nostalgic, carefree, and colorful fun! Here's a list of all my favorite decorations, details and even food inspo!
These are some must haves for a safer, easier, and fun baby bath! This list has everything you need for your little one's bath. All of these recommendations are items I have used and loved.
Gift Giving season is upon us, and I pulled together my favorite finds to make shopping easy. Whether you’re doing a Secret Santa at work, grabbing something thoughtful for your bestie, or spoiling yourself a little one. These gifts are cozy, personal, and guaranteed to make someone smile.
I have had classrooms that felt like a dream and others that felt like a nightmare. No matter the circumstances, there are respurces, routines, and perspectives that can make challenging school years less so.
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!
I've had enough of toys that entertain my kids for two seconds and create mess or make a lot of annoying noise. You know the ones. This is a list of toys that 1. entertain my kids, and 2. teach an important skill. Would recommend these to any mom!!
Baby Gap has been one of my go-to’s for my still-in-18-24-month-clothes toddler. So cute, so affordable. What more could you want. Everything in this list is CURRENTLY ON SALE!
Is your toddler as obsessed with Bluey as mine is? Then you need these. All of these. Everything from bath time to outdoors to the kitchen. Don’t even look at the credit card bill because you know it will be bad.
As a first time mom I wanted to give my baby the best and use non toxic products and brands. I spent days coming through different products and brands to find which ones are truly non toxic and which ones ACTUALLY WORK!
Whether you’re team non tox, low tox, crunchy, natural, or just a mom who wants the best for her baby, I’ve got you! Check out the lists below for some of my favorite non toxic products that I give my baby 🫶🏻
Baby needs are so many and the options there are just so overwhelming and the opinions moms have vary drastically that you might be confused by who to listen to, so my list here is for the mom who is practical, plans to have more than one kid and thus, values good quality products over high-end brand names or/and cheap products to just make it through a single baby or a single occasion. I didn’t buy so many things the world recommends or suggests you MUST get that for me just ended up being an unnecessary gadget that takes space.
At the end of this, all I want to say is that if you feel overwhelmed, it’s really very normal and it IS overwhelming but believe it or not, in no time you’ll figure it out and your mom brain while might become a bit forgetful in so many things, it does feel like a new compartment in both your brain and heart open up to help pay attention to all the details and take them in.
You got it, mama!!
I’m a fresh graduate but did 6 years in college— 18 hours away from home. Two years in a dorm and four in an apartment. I like to think I know a thing or two about what’s important to really have!
Anyone else’s baby going to daycare and sick all the time?🙃 I don’t like my baby sick but these have helped relieve my six month old the best🥲
I am not a medical professional-just a mom that knows what has helped her baby!
As a mom of 3 boys. I have had 3 completely different births! So I learned a thing or two the hard way. These are my must haves if I were to ever have another baby for the hospital and after birth care.