Jessica Broadie

Everything our tiny adventurers need for mud kitchens, forest walks, puddle jumps, and snack-on-a-log days. This list is packed with tried-and-true outdoor preschool gear that keeps kids comfy, dry, and ready to explore — because there’s no bad weather, just better layers.

Baby gear that’s truly earned its keep the items I’ve used on repeat, reached for in the middle of the night, packed for every outing, and recommended to my closest friends. These are the tried-and-true favorites that made daily life with a baby smoother, simpler, and more supported not just trendy, but genuinely useful.

Emotional support for my boobs — aka the MVP products that showed up when the girls were going through it. From soothing, cooling, lifting, and saving my sanity during pregnancy, postpartum, and nursing days — these are the comfort heroes I’d recommend without hesitation (and probably already have in a group text).

The postpartum things I’d text my best friend about — the products that actually helped, the little comforts that saved my sanity, and the honest must-haves no one tells you about until you’re in it. Real support, real relief, and real-life favorites for those tender, messy, beautiful early days.

The Hot Mom Shelf — aka the products that keep me looking a little more alive than I feel. These are my ride-or-die beauty favorites that are quick, effective, and actually worth the grab — from glow boosters to low-effort staples that help me get out the door feeling put together. Tested in real mom life, approved by tired eyes and busy mornings.

My go-to Gig Harbor spots — the places I actually visit, bring friends, and keep going back to. Think cozy coffee stops, waterfront walks, family-friendly parks, and local favorites that make this harbor town so special. If you’re visiting, new to the area, or just want to explore like a local, start here.