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Toddler Survival Guide
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items A lot of these items we didn’t know we wanted/needed until we had a problem or concern arise. Toddlers are very smart and I truly want them to be safe. The guilt would eat me alive if something I could control harmed them in a serious way. Some of th...
We use these for our exterior doors as a safety mechanism. We have a pool out back and it’s an extra step way up high that they can’t reach!
2 Pack Door Reinforcement Lock, Child Proof
Installed these on all kitchen and bathroom drawers so no tiny hands are getting into anything dangerous (think knives, medications, glass, batteries)..
12-Pack Invisible Baby Proofing Cabinet Locks
Didn’t even know they made these until I was aware we needed one 😅. My mouth was on the floor when my toddler opened our oven trying to see his dinner cooking inside!
EUDEMON Childproof Oven Door Lock - Black
Installed these on all cabinets in kitchen and the bathroom!
Safety 1st Adhesive Magnetic Lock, 8 Locks 2 Keys
Designated toddler seat at the table, washable cover, wipes off easily and buckles to the chair
Toddler Booster Seat for Dining & Kitchen
NEED if you transition to a twin bed or a bed that isn’t super close to the floor. Helps keep them from rolling out and they fit under the mattress 😉
Shinnwa Memory Foam Bed Bumpers 2-Pack
Tiny pillows for tiny necks! I’m a little weird and worry about their pillows being a suffocation hazard, so these are a much better idea in my mind.
Biloban Toddler Pillow 2 Pack with Case 13x18
So many uses through baby to toddlerhood… pump parts, dirty diapers, pee outfit from potty training toddler.. wash and throw in the bag for a “just in case” situation 😮💨👏🏻
2 Pack Waterproof Wet Dry Bags for Baby Diapers & Breast Pump, 11.8x15.7in
They just start to open everythangggg. Need 🤷♀️ it helps keep their toys put away when others are in use, minimization 👏🏻 of 👏🏻 the 👏🏻 mess 👏🏻
(2-Pack) Safety Innovations Bi-fold Door Lock
I’d never forgive myself if they had furniture fall on them. It’s a simple and easy thing to do ensuring their safety.
Ougourim Furniture Anchors 10 Pack, Baby Proofing
There’s nothing good for them in the laundry room, bathroom, even my room! Slap these on 👏🏻
Child Proof Door Knob Covers 4-Pack White
If you’re like me at all, you spray them down after a very germ-infested outing
Littley Infant & Toddler HOCl Hand Spray 8oz
Weather appropriate gear for playing is great to have for less than ideal conditions and a rowdy toddler
Tuffo Muddy Buddy Kids Waterproof Rain Suit
I use this set to cut their hair and try to save a little money. Takes practice but the kit has more than paid for itself already!
Hatteker Professional Waterproof Hair Clippers
This has been a great learning tool. There’s plenty of age appropriate responsibilities, like “no whining”, “help pick up toys”, “show respect”.
Melissa & Doug Magnetic Responsibility Chart
Genius idea, we love ours and have it in our primary bathroom. He can easily move his own seat up and down and you don’t have to worry about fumbling over a loose potty seat and losing precious time!
Jool Baby Quick Flip Toilet Seat w/ Potty & Splash Guard, Slow Close (Elongated)
This stays in our car or diaper bag for potty on the go… they always freak out about falling in lol. 😂
Jool Baby Folding Travel Potty Seat Gray
These are obviously pre-potty training 😅
Toilet Locks Baby Proof 2-Pack with Arm
These seem pricey but seem well worth it. Only for interior doors but it can be moved out of reach and adults can open the door from both sides even if it’s “locked”.
Huglock Snap-On Childproof Door Locks (4)
I’d rather have it in case I ever need it than not have it at all! We keep the travel one in our vehicle.
LifeVac Home & Travel Kit - Portable Suction Rescue Device
Love having these handy for spills or stains out and about of the house
Miss Mouth Messy Eater Stain Remover Pen 2pk
Too young for cough drops? These are perfect and the ingredients make me feel decent about it!
Lolleez Kids Sore Throat Lollipops, 28 Ct
Maybe I’m mean but my toddlers aren’t allowed popcorn, chips, uncut hotdogs or uncut grapes! Why risk it? This grape cutter easily quarters them for less of a choking hazard and comes apart easily to clean.
OXO Tot Grape Cutter Slicer for Toddlers
I thought these were unnecessary until I realized how disastrous a super fast tiny hand squeeze can be 🤯. Worth the peace.
ChooMee SoftSip Food Pouch Top, 4 CT