Mama Must Haves!

I get asked a lot by friends who are expecting or others who have kids what are the things I cannot live without since having my son. I never gave it much thought and I couldn't think of anything! So I started paying attention to the things I use the most, here we go, in random order!

-Sunshine Kids Stroller Fan

I became a big runner since having my son. Living in Texas it is hot, humid, and it gets really hot early in the morning. I always felt bad if I ran late in the morning because my son would start to turn red cheeked and was sweating. I came across this product in a magazine and had to have it! Now when I go for a run I don't feel guilty because it keeps him nice and cool...while I die from the Texas heat.

-SwaddleDesigns Lovie

When I was little I ALWAYS carried around a blanket and I called it Boo Boo, I have no clue how I came up with the name but I was attached and took it everywhere with me. Being a blanket lover I wanted my son to carry around a blanket (I think it's the cutest thing!) I started searching for security blankets and came across SwaddleDesigns Lovie. It's small so you don't have to worry about them wrapping themselves up in the middle of the night. Perfect! I ordered one, even though the website recommends you order six! My son became quite attached to his lovie and that horrible day came when we were traveling and I forgot it on the plane! Immediately I called my mom and had her order a new one, and I did listen to the website the second time around and we have a total of 5 lovies!

-MommAgenda

I'm not organized and not unorganized, but I'm trying to become more organized. I have a calendar on my fridge with all of my important dates and events, an iPhone with all the same info, and an iPad that syncs with my iPhone. So I have three things to let me know what's going on, but I needed more! I've seen this product in Parents magazine and on two mama websites and they highly recommend it. So I ordered one and it's great! It is a little pricey for a planner but has great things for moms. It comes in different colors and sizes, you can even personalize it! I love being organized and this helps!

-iPad 2

I know! This must have is pricey but it's a great way to distract a child! When I flew home last I brought along my iPad, not only for my son but for me! Before I left I downloaded a season of Yo Gabba Gabba and some fun kid friendly apps and called it good. This thing was a lifesaver! My son was still crabby on the flight but it also distracted him and he was able to watch his shows.

-Dropper Stopper

This thing is amazing!!! I can across this handy gadget and I had one of those moments where I asked myself "why didn't I think of that?!" The Dropper Stopper is a must have for parents with kids who like to drop and throw things...like mine! I attach everything to my DS, bottles, sippy cups, my son (joking!), and toys. You attach whatever you want to keep clean to the part with the gripper and attach the longer part to a highchair, stroller, etc...I always have one attached to my stroller or highchair cover and I also carry back-up. Every time I see a child throw something while I'm grocery shopping or out and about I tell them about the DS. The first thing they say is "how did I not know about this?!" I love my DS and freak out if I can't find them, I am the proud owner of four! This is a great product with great customer service. So get the word out!

I love all my cool gadgets but these are the things I can't live without!