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2025 Recap of Favorite Things
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items Here are my favorite things from 2025 that I'd recommend for you to get now before 2026 or in the new year. Clothing, Household items, Kids clothing, toys and more!
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Baby Gear
Clothing
Kids Items
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Pet Care
Household Items
This has been a lifesaver on our wood dining table to protect it with little ones and all the messes that can occur. Easy to clean!
Frosted Clear Table Protector 36x54 Inch
This makes cutting my husband's hair at home so easy and keeps the floor clean! Would work great for kids too.
Lictin Black Waterproof Haircut Cape
This has helped protect our kids and our mattresses. Such an easy way to protect and get some extra padding and comfort too.
Premium 100% Waterproof 4D Air Cooling Queen Mattress Protector
These have been some of the best makeup remover wipes I've used. I keep them on auto-delivery for every few months because they work well and get even waterproof mascara off.
CeraVe Makeup Remover Wipes, 25ct, Fragrance-Free
These are great for those lists on the fridge. Super helpful for grocery lists, things to do, meal planning and more.
4 Large Magnetic Notepads with Fruit Designs, 60 Sheets
This is such an easy to use loose leaf tea infuser. Easy to clean afterwards too.
Reinmoson Tea Strainers, Fine Mesh, 304 SS
I wanted an organizer on our coffee counter for mail and important papers from school and life. It also has storage spots for tape, post it notes and anything else you may need. We keep our scissors and pens in it too. Love it!
4-Tier Mesh Desk Organizer with Drawer & Pen Holders
This tea variety with the honey sticks is great to have for yourself or when you have people over.
Twinings 48 Herbal Tea Bags Variety Pack + 20 Honey Sticks
I love vinyl placemats for ease of cleaning especially at a table with little ones. The messes clean up so much easier.
Vinyl Placemats Set of 4, Woven PVC, Champagne
Looking for a way to take those old videos and convert them to watch now? This device will help do that!
VHS to Digital Converter 2.0 with Remote
Our older child loves these after a man shared them at church. We usually keep some in our pantry for special treats. They taste just like Root Beer!!
Washburn Dad's Root Beer Barrels 2 Lbs
We have a candy loving kiddo and this is a favorite. We have in our pantry for special treats.
Airheads Xtremes Belts Candy, Rainbow Berry, 4.5oz (12-Pack)
These portable hard drives are great for storage of pictures, files, videos and more. We use them often for photo and video editing. It's also a great way to have a storage place for each kid.
Samsung T7 2TB Portable SSD, USB 3.2 Gen 2
We have this on our fridge and it's such a great way to know what we are having for meals during the week. We also can make notes about what events are going on. It's also great for a grocery list.
60 Sheet Magnetic Weekly Meal Planner & Grocery List
We love the adjustable curtain rods for places where we don't need a permanent curtain rod but want privacy or something hanging. This works so well!
AIZESI Adjustable Tension Curtain Rod 28-48"
This handy little device is great for in bedrooms to know the temp and humidity. We have these in all our bedrooms.
AcuRite Wireless Indoor Thermometer & Hygrometer
This stain spray has been a lifesaver especially with kids and all the stains from food and outside play. You can buy refills too.
Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater Spray 4oz
This shoe stain spray is super helpful too. It works well and helps clean up all those dirty shoes.
Miss Mouth's Messy Steppers Shoe Cleaner
This toilet bowl cleaner is some of the best I've used. It does turn your water blue but it helps with cleaning so much.
ACTIVE Automatic Toilet Bowl Cleaner Tablets - 12 Tabs
This is a great countertop fruit and vegetable holder. Makes it great for all that produce that doesn't go in the fridge and to keep bananas.
ANTOPY 2 Tier Fruit Basket with 2 Banana Hangers
These towels have been great for our kids! We have them in our guest bathroom too.
GLAMBURG 6 Pack Cotton Towel Set Navy Blue
It's always nice to get out of the shower or bath onto a soft rug. This is easy to clean and soft!
H.VERSAILTEX Navy Blue Oversize Bath Mat
This color coordinating bathroom set of items has been so helpful in our kids bathroom which doubles as the guest bathroom. The colors are nice and it's great for kids use.
Clara Clark 20PC Navy Bathroom Set
This is a great way to make your own cheddar crackers and have them in the fish shape. Our kids love them!
Mini Tiny Fish Cookie Cutter, Goldfish x5 (2 Pack)
These jars are great for so many uses. I have made homemade pickles, used for fresh fruit and more.
Mason Jars 16oz 15 Pack with Lids & Labels
We were looking for a stapler and remover combo to not have so many things sitting around on the desk and this one is great. It works well and having the remover built in is so helpful!
deli Desktop Stapler w/ Staple Remover, 45 Sheet
These lamps are great for many reasons. We love them in our bedroom so we can charge devices right from the USB port on the lamp. They are dimmable as well which is great when you want light but not super bright. Just tap and they light up and go to ...
Glass Table Lamps Set of 2 with USB Ports
We had a metal toilet paper holder in our bathroom and it was time to upgrade to something easier to clean. This holds large rolls too and is super easy for storage.
iDesign Freestanding Toilet Paper Holder Bronze
This bag has been a great replacement for our flimsy drawstring bags. There is so much storage space and it's not bulky.
Drawstring Backpack with Wet Pocket & Shoe Compartment, Water-Resistant Sports Gym Bag (Black)
Baby Gear
This is so helpful for congested little ones. Easy to use!
Frida Baby Saline Kit 12pc w/ NoseFrida
I just love these photo frames for our little ones. Perfect for on their dresser with a special photo!
Tiny Ideas Me and My Brother Picture Frame
This was a fun little toy for on the baby seat in the car or stroller.
XIXILAND Baby Spiral Plush Toy, Black & White
This was so helpful when our baby couldn't sit up or stand in their crib. Fits the Babysense camera perfectly and stayed tight on the crib so we didn't have to mount anything on the wall.
Aobelieve Flexible Twist Mount for Babysense
This has been so fantastic with 2 little ones. It links to the 2 cameras easily and then you can split screen when both are sleeping or just have it on one. The sound is great and there is a microphone feature too. Also has a nightlight, sound and mo...
Babysense Baby Monitor 2 Cameras 4.3" Audio
This is so easy to use and helps to get those boogies out that just want to stay and not move. Also recommend using boogie wipes to keep the area moist so it's easier to get boogies out of baby's nose.
oogiebear Baby Nose & Ear Cleaner Tool
Super cute bodysuit for Valentine's Day!
BFUSTYLE Baby Long Sleeve Romper 0-18M
This has helped our little one so much when he is fussy or has gas. We like this brand for so many homeopathic remedies.
Boiron Camilia Tummy for Colic & Gas - 30ct
These are always in our fridge for teething little ones.
Infantino Water Teethers 3-Pack Lime & Blue
I'm always a sucker for super cute baby socks. These are a good fit and super fun!
Hudson Baby Girls Cotton Rich Newborn Socks
These have been so helpful for a drooling little one. Saves the outfits from getting wet and keeps little ones skin from getting rashes.
Konssy Muslin Baby Bibs 10 Pack Cotton
These baby rattles and teether toys are perfect for little hands to hold and feels good for their teething. Highly recommend!
Baby Rattles Teether Shaker Musical Toy Set
A favorite toy of our little one! Easy to grab and rolls well too.
Bright Starts Oball Easy Grasp Rattle Sports Car
Can't have too many of the shaker rattle toys.
Bright Starts Oball Shaker Rattle Toy Newborn+
This was a lifesaver for our little one when it came to trimming nails. It's great for toes and fingers!
Momcozy Electric Baby Nail File Trimmer Green
This works so well that you need the replacement heads so you can keep using the electric nail file.
Momcozy Baby Nail Trimmer Replacement Pads, 8 Counts
This brush is so soft! The cradle cap brush was perfect for when we gave baths and washed hair. It helped to massage the cradle cap out of the scalp easily.
Baby Hair Brush & Comb Set for Newborns
This teething gel was helpful for our little one when those first teeth were breaking through.
Hyland's Baby Organic Day & Night Soothing Gel, 2x0.53oz
These pants are some of my favorites for variety of colors and styles and they fit little ones great. I love that they come in a 4 pack and Carter's brand is pretty good too!
Simple Joys by Carter's Unisex Baby 4-Pack Pants
We love these hooded baby towels for bath time. It's so easy to wrap little one up after bathing and keeps them warm too.
HIPHOP PANDA Bamboo Hooded Baby Towel
These teethers are fantastic. We love using the little banana toothbrush now that our little one has some teeth. It also feels good on their gums.
Baby Silicone Teether 3-6 Months BPA Free
This has always helped our little ones bottom after a messy diaper change. Keeps the bottom from getting red and sore.
Desitin Daily Defense Diaper Rash Cream 16oz
This is a great swaddle for babies who may not like the conventional swaddle or want their arms out and not tight against.
SwaddleDesigns Transitional Swaddle Sack 3-6mo
This was a great find when I was pregnant at almost 40 years old. This brand is great and they make so many different vitamins. Highly recommend a good probiotic when you're pregnant.
Momma Prenatal Probiotics Mom & Baby 14B CFU
Super cute headbands for little girls. We got these as gifts for friends that had little girls.
3 Pcs Baby Flower Nylon Headbands Set
These super cute teethers come with a fun variety of choices for animals and colors.
Itzy Ritzy Lovey Teether Pink Bunny
This muslin blanket is super soft and great for little ones. It comes in a variety of colors too.
Meracorallo Muslin Swaddle Blanket, 100% Cotton, Pink
This is a favorite teether of our little one. We have them in various places which makes the pack a great deal. Then we can take along in the car and have at home.
Nuby Wacky Teething Ring, Multicolor(Pack of 4)
We love this brand for our little one's skin. It helps dry skin and baby skin so much. Highly recommend!
CeraVe Baby Cream, Gentle Moisturizer, 8oz
This was such a helpful thing for introducing foods to our little one. It's so easy to blend and make veggies and food for little ones. You can also make and freeze. Highly recommend!
NutriBullet NBY-50100 Baby Food System 32oz
This was helpful for breastfeeding our little one. I didn't notice any big changes but little one always seemed to go to sleep with a full belly.
Mommy's Bliss Postnatal Lactation Support 60ct
These self feeders are great for a little one who wants to try and self feed. You can put puree or frozen food in it and let them try.
Nuby 2pk EZ Squee-Z Silicone Baby Food Dispenser
This was the prenatal vitamin I found that had very good ingredients for pregnancy. It was also great for after birth too. I highly recommend this brand for their quality ingredients.
Glow Prenatal Vitamins – 20-in-1 Nutrients, Folic Acid & Vegan DHA, 120 Capsules
This has been our go to for baby baths. We used it even for our older child because of sensitive skin issues.
Aquaphor Baby Wash & Shampoo Unscented 25.4oz
We loved the NUK brand for our little one. They come in various age sizes and also glow-in-the-dark which was so helpful for finding in the crib at night.
NUK Orthodontic Pacifiers 6-18M 5 Pack
These 2-way zip sleepers are so nice for little ones to have something snuggly for bedtime or naps.
Sleep Sack 6-15M, Summer Baby Blanket 2-Pack
These are great transitional cups to go from bottle or breastfeeding. They do tend to leak or squirt out sometimes because of air and pressure etc. Can be messy but overall they work great for little ones. We always have one full of water for our lit...
The First Years Squeeze & Sip Toddler Cups 7oz 3ct
This was the multivitamin we gave our little one in cereal at breakfast time. Super easy to mix into cereal or even milk.
Enfamil Poly-Vi-Sol Multivitamin Drops 50mL
These were bowls we got when our little one was ready to start eating foods. The suction doesn't work so well on our high chair but does work great on a table or our counter.
PandaEar 3 Pack Baby Suction Bowls BPA-Free
These are nice plates for having dividers for little ones food. They also clean up easily and can go in microwave or dishwasher. Again for us the suction doesn't work well on our high chair but does on the table or counter.
PandaEar Silicone Baby Plates 3 Pack
These baby utensils were great for our little one to learn to hold. The size of the fork made it very impractical for most foods but the spoon was easy and helpful for learning to hold.
PandaEar 6 Pack Silicone Baby Spoons & Fork Set
These are great for baby on up to have ear protection. They work well and are easy to put on and don't hurt either.
Baby Ear Protection Noise Cancelling Headphones (Blue)
This ointment has helped our little one so much. It works well on skin that is irritated whether that's from diaper or just dry or itchy. Highly recommend.
Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment 14 Oz Jar
These are great for pool days with little ones! Super easy to put on and wear under swimsuit. They are easy to change too.
Pampers Swim Diapers Splashers Size 2-3, 20 Count
These are great little items to put in the bottom of the baby diaper pail to help keep the odor at a minimum. The scent is great from these too.
Ubbi Lavender Scented Absorbing Gel 3 Pack
This swimsuit is great for little ones. The hat helps cover their neck too. So easy to put on and take off to change pool diapers.
ADUKIDE Baby Boys Swimsuit Rash Guard 3-24M
Clothing
This has been one of my favorite rain gear items. I have it in the purple and blue and it's super for fit and easy to clean.
Bloggerlove Women's Lightweight Waterproof Rain Jacket
Super comfy dress for every day wear. I have a few different colors and designs in my closet.
Womens Colorblock Floral Round Neck Maxi Dress
I got this shirt for Mother's Day and love wearing it. It's so comfy and easy to clean too.
Life is Better with My Boys Women Shirt
After my last pregnancy these leggings became a great comfy bottom to wear. I love that they have pockets and they are soft and wear well. They launder well too.
4 Pack High Waisted Capri Leggings with Pockets
Kids Items
These sneakers have been great over the years. We've been getting them in sizes as our child grows and they are comfy and easy to clean!
BNV Kids Lightweight Breathable Sneakers
These shoes have been perfect for our child to wear to church and other times when he doesn't want to wear sneakers.
The Children's Place Boys Slip-On Casual Shoes
Minecraft loving boys will love this fun hairbrush.
Minecraft Hair Brush Green Confetti 3+
These pjs are super comfy and you get 2 sets for the price. Perfect for kids who love certain things like baseball, trains and more!
DAUGHTER QUEEN Boys 4-Piece Cotton Pajamas
Perfect pjs for the gamer in your life!
Children's Place Boys 4-Piece Cotton Pajama Set
These shirts are so cute for young kids especially if they like trucks, trains and other themes.
Valentine's Monster Truck Heart Toddler Tee
This doesn't have all the added junk in it and is so easy for a kid to use. Works like gel but sprays and is so simple for kids!
SoCozy Multi Styler Hair Spray for Kids 5.2oz
Our older child loves to be silly. This is a fun way to get back with our own silliness.
Laughing Smith Mega 8-inch Whoopee Cushion
This lunchbox is a great size for kids or adults. Our school aged child loved it for taking lunch to school or going on a field trip.
Reusable Lunch Bags for Boys Girls - A-00
If you want a super fun non-screen way for your kid or even an adult to have fun this is great. Keeps them occupied for quite a while.
Maze Ball 3D Interactive Maze Sphere Game
These super hero capes and masks are great! Perfect for the child who loves imaginative play.
Superhero Capes & Mask Set for Kids 2PCS
These pants are a great fit for young kids for baseball. Our child loved the way they felt and they are easy to clean too.
Easton Boy's PRO+ Baseball Pants Youth
These socks for sports are great too. We like how high they come up the leg and they come in a variety of colors too.
3 Pack Soccer Softball Baseball Socks
We have a Minecraft loving kiddo over here and this book has brought lots of jokes and laughter to our family.
Minecraft: The Official Joke Book (Minecraft)
These long sleeve shirts are great for layering. We use them under the short sleeve baseball tees during the colder part of baseball season.
French Toast Boys Long Sleeve Crewneck Tee
These are some of the best durable shoes I've found for our older child. They hold up so well and clean up easy too.
DREAM PAIRS Kid Sneakers Girls Boys Loafers
This princess costume is perfect for the Moana lover in your family.
Princess Costume for Girls with Accessories
These paint brush tip markers are excellent. They are beautiful colors and great for so many different coloring applications.
30 Colors Dual Tip Acrylic Paint Pens for Art
This costume is great for any kid who loves to study history and have a costume to go with. Our son got to use it in school when they studied Egypt.
Dressy Daisy Pharaoh Costume Toddler 4T-10
These are great quality sandals for kids. They wear well and hold up under lots of outdoor activity.
The Children's Place boys Boys Fisherman Sandals
These polo shirts are a favorite of ours for the quality and color choices. Perfect for when your kiddo needs to dress up but you don't want a shirt and tie.
Children's Place Boys' Uniform Pique Polo
These tanks are great for undershirts. Our son doesn't like scratchy tags and these are great for helping his skin not get itchy from tags on shirts or pants. Great for layering!
The Children's Place Baby Boys Basic Tank Top
These markers are great for kids and adults! They add a neat metallic look to pictures or text. They are also great if you have an envelope to address and need something to stand out on something dark.
Crayola Metallic Markers, 8 Count, Colors Vary
These have been a great addition to our arts and crafts closet. There are so many colors and some have scents too. So fun!
Crayola Super Tips & Silly Scents Markers 120ct
If you have a kid who loves the planets and solar system this kit is super fun for them. You get to paint the planets and then you can hang them up. They glow too.
NAT GEO Kids Window Art Kit - Glow Solar System
This has been another fun thing for our Minecraft loving kiddo. It's great for those cold days when you can't go outside to play and need a screenfree activity.
Crayola Minecraft POPs 3D Art Kit with Markers
This is a fun craft for anyone who loves working with clay. This is air dry clay so you don't need to do anything special to it once you've molded it to your shape. Makes great ornaments or small items.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Air Dry Clay Kit for Kids
These swim shoes are great fitting. Our son doesn't like walking on the hot concrete at the pool and these have helped so much. Can wear them in the pool too so your feet don't get sore.
Racqua Kids Water Shoes Non-Slip Quick Dry
Gifts
I love finding fun, unique gifts for my sisters each year for their birthdays. These are so fun!
Sister Birthday Gifts, 9PCS Unique Gift Basket
This works great on bikes and is super easy to install and get working. Our son wanted to see his stats when bike riding and this is easy for him to navigate.
Pentel Wireless Bike Speedometer & Odometer
Pet Care
With two cats this has been so helpful for our household. It can also help with just one cat but is great for calming.
COMFORT ZONE Multi Cat Calming Diffuser Refill 6 Pack
These mats come in a few different sizes and are so great for putting under pet food dishes, water bowls and more. We even use them under our water and soda boxes in case of leaks.
MateeyLife Silicone Cat & Dog Food Mat Waterproof