Guides
Curated collections of tried and true products for everyday living.
Toddler and Little Kid Sneakers
Back to school is just around the corner which often means it is time to buy new sneakers for your kid's growing feet! Here are some of my favorite sneakers for toddlers and little kids!
Daycare and Preschool Essentials
Daycare + Preschool Essentials: Sending your little one to daycare or preschool for the first time can be overwhelming! It is enough to manage the emotions of dropping them off in the hands of others, let alone knowing all the essentials you will need for the baby through toddler stage. All 3 of our kids have gone to daycare since they were infants and here are the must haves that we have used throughout the years!
Back to School Essentials
Back to school is just around the corner! Schools, especially in the south, start to go back as soon as early August, so I am sharing my favorite products to prepare you for what essentials you may need before the first day!
Toddler Sports Gear
If you are in that era where you have a curious toddler but haven't gotten to the point where they are old enough for a lot of organized sports yet, here is a round up of some gear to get them exposed to some of the basics.
Sunscreen Guide
Protecting your family from the sun is so important for your health and to ensure everyone enjoys a day outside. Here is a list of recommended sunscreens for babies, kids and adults.
Restaurant Essentials for Kids
I don't enter a restaurant without a zip pouch of essentials to keep them entertained until the kiddie cocktails and french fries show up. We all know the crappy crayons they hand out will break and only entertain them for so long. Here are some of my favorite products that are forever packed in my diaper bag and car for these family meals!
Toddler Basic Clothing Comparison
We often get asked about where the best place to shop for toddler essential clothing is. So, we did some research comparing affordable basics from Target, Old Navy, and H&M for toddler boys and girls. We chose wardrobe staples to compare: basic tees, leggings, sweatpants and twill joggers and looked at everything from price to fabric to fit when comparing the styles to each other.
Non-Toy Gift Guide
Most parents probably feel like they are swimming in toys. Some of my favorite things to gift my own kids or others for birthdays and holidays are gifts that aren't a toy, instead a practical and often sentimental item that I know will get a lot of use. This is especially true when buying things for a younger sibling who already has plenty of hand me down toys at their house. We polled the community after the holidays on what some of your favorite gifts your kids received are that aren't a toy.
Sick Kid Essentials
The season of sickness has arrived. It seems as though it starts earlier and earlier each Fall and can catch us by surprise. Having sick kids is so hard on a parent and the last thing you need on your plate is worrying about going out to buy the essentials to care for your kids. Beyond the medication and endless doses of Motrin, here are some essentials that can help make your children more comfortable when they aren't feeling their best and you equipped with the tools to help them.