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.
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Stuff That Buys Me 10 Minutes Alone
Things That Make Mornings Less Chaotic
Products I’d Replace Immediately If Lost
Under $20, But Priceless
Stuff That Buys Me 10 Minutes Alone
Toddler entertainment that actually works so you can breathe.
Mess free painting! You literally just add water to the pen, and they can “paint” away! Then as it dries the color fades, so it's all reusable. Such a great car/travel activity!
Timetome Reusable Water Painting Book 3-Pack
My 2yo (almost 3) absolutely loves this! She will play on this for half an hour straight sometimes!
Unicorn Sit & Spin Toy for Toddlers 2Y+
My in-laws got this for my daughter, and it is one of the best indoor toys ever! She gets to exercise and have fun, and I don't have to stand outside in the Louisiana heat. If you have space for this, you need it!
60" Kids Trampoline w/ Net & Gym Bar, 440lbs
Things That Make Mornings Less Chaotic
Easy wins that help you get out the door or start the day without screaming.
Anytime I have to get ready after my daughter is awake, this has saved me! She can stand right next to me and get ready with her own things instead of grabbing all of mine. She loves this set!
Melissa & Doug Wooden Beauty Salon Play Set
Game-changer for toothbrushing time! My toddler is a wiggle worm, so this makes toothbrushing so much easier!
Autobrush
This isn't just for mornings! It makes sleep time easier in general. The color change lets her know if she needs to try to go back to sleep or if it's time to wake up for the day. The gentle sounds and soft light make this a perfect bedroom addition....
Hatch Rest+ 2nd Gen Baby & Kids Sound Machine
Products I’d Replace Immediately If Lost
Absolute ride-or-dies for toddler survival.
When I'm in the kitchen, my daughter wants to be in there with me. She can stand next to me and “cook” while I am with her own appliances! She makes me toast 12 times a day now!
Play Kitchen Appliances Toy Set with Lights & Sounds
An absolute favorite in our house! Allows her to play creatively without the screen. She has so much fun singing and dancing!
Tonie Box & Characters
My girl drags this thing all over the house! It is used all day every day. It allows her to “help” in the kitchen and reach things in her room, and I don't have to worry too much about her falling since it's enclosed.
COSYLAND Kids Kitchen Step Stool, Bamboo
Under $20, But Priceless
Budget-friendly lifesavers that feel way more luxe.
Inexpensive and so fun! My daughter loves that it's so colorful. She can draw and erase until her heart is content!
LCD Writing Tablet for Kids 3-8 Years
These are so fun! So many things to build. Plus they're glittery!
Crayola Magnetic Tiles 14-Piece Set Glitter
This is such a great set for a great price! It gives my toddler the freedom to help me in the kitchen without me worrying about her getting hurt.