what do you REALLY need? here are your must-haves (and other options) from a mom of 2 under 2
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toddler life
newborn needs
baby favs
toddler life
toddler favorites
this is so fun for our 2 year old who doesn't want to sit in a stroller for longer than 5 mintues
Riding Board - Mockingbird
my toddler has a wide foot and that makes shoe shopping challenging - we love new balances!
Crib, Toddler, & Baby Shoes (Sizes 0-10)
I was on the fence about this one but it’s our most used item by far!! It’s perfect for the climbing stage and now our toddler likes when set it up for “movie night”
The Original Nugget Play Couch In Koala
We LOVE our Tonie box. Easy for our 2 year old to play and switch out tonies herself - and less screen time is a win
Tonies
This single-handedly carries us through the winter months when we’re stuck indoors! Pro tip: turn on trampoline dance videos for extra fun on YouTube
Toddler & Kids' Trampolines With Safe Enclosures
One of our favorite Christmas gifts that we call the “club house”
Kids Tent Collection | Teepees & Play ...
Such a great play kitchen!! We use ours daily
Tiny Land® Iconic Wooden Play Kitchen – Cream Pretend Cooking Set for Kids
Save yourself a little back pain!! I loooove this
Tushbaby Hip Carrier | Baby Carrier Seat for 0–3 Years
Both of my kids have an Apple of my Isla backpack and we love them - they are durable and wipeable
The Large Backpack, Sage Floral - Apple of My Isla Bags | Maisonette
A sweet option for boys!
The Large Backpack, Blue Gingham - Apple of My Isla Bags | Maisonette
newborn needs
if you're gonna lose sleep, you better have the right tools to make your life easier
a new favorite for baby # 2! These sleep sacks are SO SOFT and can be used as a swaddle or you can detach a part and use as a sleep sack.
Ultra-Soft, Comfortable & Cozy Baby Sleep Sack
I love love Kyte sleepers too and their pjs in general for both kids!
Infant Footies
these bamboo crib sheets are SO soft, we loved the teddy bear print for my son's room
Soft, Breathable & Cozy Crib Sheets for Babies
you don't HAVE to have the hatch specifically, but the ability to control all of it from my phone outside of their room has been clutch so i don't have to sneak in there and adjust!
Hatch: Devices to Help You Sleep Better
we've used this infant bath tub for both kids and we've loved it and its ability to be functional for more than just the newborn phase
MOBY® Smart Sling™ 3-Stage Tub - Blue - Skip Hop
both of our kids loved a halo swaddle! with baby #2 we have alternated between this and kyte, but this is a great and more affordable option. both kids needed a swaddle where they could be hands out!
Baby Sleepsack Swaddles - Halo Sleep
i absolutely love this soft and comfy wrap for the newborn days.
A great, more affordable sound machine that we love and travel with and have used with our 2nd!
White Noise Sound Machines for Sleep, Focus & Relaxation
Have LOVED our Nanits for both kids, and love the split screen option! We did subscribe to the memories plan the first year and that was such a good way to reflect on the first year 🥹
Nanit Smart Baby Monitor | Tracks Sleep and Breathing
A great bassinet and the zip down side has been CRITICAL for both my babies and reaching over to put a paci in in the middle of the night
Bassinet & Bedside Sleeper
A great fragrance free soap + lotion option!
Baby Shampoo + Wash - Pipette
The Doona is the love of my life. I felt much more confident taking my baby out alone because I had this!
Doona Car Seat & Stroller - Nitro Black
Loved having this to set baby down somewhere safe!
Infant Loungers
baby favs
first year favs 🍼
the best! super easy to configurate, especially with two kids
Single-to-Double Stroller 3.0 - Mockingbird
best of the best! we've tried some dupes but these are always our favorites
Ultra Soft & Breathable Bamboo Sleeping Bags
our favorite kyte dupe! these are a tad thinner
Sleep Bags
you never know if your kid is gonna be into these until they're here but if they are into them, they are SO worth the investment. our daughter couldn't care less, but our son LOVES this
Bouncer Bliss—cozy for your newborn
this has SAVED my life with having 2 under 2! baby wearing has been a must and this has been my favorite carrier
The Monarch Carrier - Houndstooth
another baby wearing fav!
Baby Ring Sling Carrier for Infants | Front, Hip, Back
Another favorite bamboo brand, especially this sweet sun print that both my babies wore 🥹
Little Sleepies
I nursed my first but my second had CMPA and we use formula - this is a LIFE SAVER! Could not recommend more!
Formula Pro Advanced: Baby Formula Dispenser
These are the best for those middle of the night feeds and diaper changes
Magnetic Me
This is THE bag for 2 under 2!
Indi neoprene Diaper Backpack
this mat is SO worth it (and doesn’t mess up your decor 😆) we have all hardwoods and using this in lieu of a rug has been great! It’s wipeabke and soft!
Beautiful Non-toxic Baby Play Mats
This mattress is worth it and is now on kid #2! Breathable, washable and durable!
Safe & Breathable Crib Mattress
This car seat 🙌 rotating car seats will keep you sane and prevent a lot of toddler meltdowns
Shop Infant Car Seats
THIS!!! We had an expensive one with our fist and ditched it for this affordable beauty!
Fisher-Price Glow and Grow Kick & Play Piano Gym Baby Playmat with Musical ...
We love this and are excited to bring it back out for little brother! It turns into a play table too when they’re old enough to stand!
Skip Hop Baby Activity Center: Interactive Play Center with 3-Stage ...
my fav sunscreen for delicate skin!! and the scent is lovely
Thinkbaby | Safe Baby Sunscreen, Organic Bath Care, & More
My FAV scent in the world. We loved this so much!
Soothing Baby Body Wash
Another favorite crib sheet (and sheets in general!!) held up and laundered amazing for 2+ years
The Crib Sheet
A great changing pad to keep in your diaper bag or car!
The Changing Pad, Navy Mini Stripe - Apple of My Isla Mattresses & Changing Pads | Maisonette
