Sharing our “first-timer” dance essentials in case another mom’s getting ready for her toddler’s first class too 💖 Feel free to comment what I should add once we get into recital season!
I’ll update this list once we make it through recital season,...
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Dance Bag Essentials👛
Hair & Prep Stuff🎀
Personalized extras! (Not necessary)
Dance Bag Essentials👛
I love that this bag has a separate bottom compartment for her dance shoes. No more tossing them in with snacks or hair stuff 😂
Yitengteng Ballet Dance Backpack with Shoe Compartment
I grabbed these for Indie’s first dance class! They’re soft, fit true to size, and seem comfy enough for beginners.
Century Star Girls Ballet Tights Toddler Soft
They are a true to size fit and very affordable! You can’t beat them!
DyingSwan Toddler Girls Soft Leather Ballet Shoes
The perfect “first dance class” leotard- comfy, simple, and doesn’t ride up while they twirl!
WEGETIT Girls Gymnastics Ballet Leotard
Such a classy look! I love this in the color black! Also great for those colder afternoons!
Arshiner Girls Classic Long Sleeve Leotard
Again, such a classy looking leotard! Just with a little sparkle✨
Zaclotre Girls Ballet Leotard Toddler Long Sleeve
Another super cute bag!! Very affordable too!
KingBig Cute Ballet Dance Backpack with Plush Keychain
I am going to be that mom-sorry not sorry. I will pack it in her dance bag. I’d rather supply the instructors with it in the event anyone needs it!
Home Kit for Children & Adults (2 Sizes)
Never hurts to keep a little light weight fleece jacket for those colder nights! & it’s affordable!!
AMIYAN Toddler Fleece Jacket Kids Polar Coat
Never hurts to have a pack of wipes in the backpack to clean up any messes!
Mama Bear Toddler Toilet Wipes, Fragrance Free, 336 Count
If your LO isn’t potty trained like mine just yet, it never hurts to have an extra pull up or two in their bag! I could change her right after dance if need be!
Rascals Premium CoComelon Absorbent Potty Training Pants 4T-5T, 50 Count
Staying hydrated! While I know $20+ if a stretch for a cup it will only be used for dance. I know it will last us a good while. It’s cute & still spill proof!
Simple Modern Kids Summit 14oz Pink Ballerina
A more affordable (reasonable) option for a water cup to bring to dance! Under $10, spill proof & insulated? You can’t go wrong!
Kerilyn Kids Stainless Steel Water Bottle 12oz
Hair & Prep Stuff🎀
The perfect little hair bundle! I promise you will eventually use every thing in here!
Auroray 32 Colors 2000 Pcs Hair Bands & Tools
The perfect little wax stick to slick those fly aways away!!
Dolahair Hair Wax Stick - Flyaway Control
Another all in one hair kit! Except the hair ties are clear! I prefer clear…ocd🤣
Auroray 2200 Pcs Clear Hair Ties & Styling Set
The CUTEST little bows!
Glitter Ballet Hair Bows with Rhinestones - 2Pcs
The perfect hair mister!!
Kitsch Continuous Spray Bottle for Hair 150ml
The perfect size bows to go with any color leotard!
Choicbaby 28pcs 6in Large Hair Bows with Clips
Personalized extras! (Not necessary)
Optional personalized items — cute but not must-haves!
Such a cute gingham bag! & affordable!
Pink Gingham Ribbon And Ballet Shoes Backpack
You can never go wrong with a floral pattern! Especially if you want to use the bag for more than just dance!
Petite Floral Backpack
A little book personalized with your girls name! So sweet! Something you could keep forever!
