Natasha Gonzalez

This list is made up of feeding items we actually use and reach for as Gigi is starting solids and learning to feed herself. Everything here has helped make mealtimes feel easier, less messy, and way less stressful. These are the products that made a real difference for us, whether it was reducing cleanup, supporting self feeding, or making things like allergen introduction feel simple instead of intimidating. Nothing fancy or overcomplicated, just practical items that work well during this stage. If you’re starting solids or navigating early feeding, this is what’s been working for us so far.

One of my under the radar but consistent hobbies has become playing with and collecting miniatures. I am currently customizing a dollhouse for my daughter and along the way I have accumulated a lot of tools to help me craft it just right. I have also been loving opening Miniverse and Mini Brands blind balls and plan to use many of those pieces as furniture and accessories once the dollhouse is finished. This list includes the tools, supplies, and mini favorites I actually use while building and customizing miniature scenes. This list is great for beginners, collectors, or anyone who enjoys working with tiny details. I update it as I find new tools and mini finds that are worth adding.

If I lost all my beauty products this is what I would replace in a heartbeat

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