10 Things That Made My First Year Of Being A Mom A Little Easier

There are so many products out there, but the ones on this list really stood out for me after two kids.

It’s easy to go overboard with baby things (some of them are just so cute!), but you don’t actually need as much as you think you do. And some of them you don’t need at all. Looking at you, diaper rash ointment applicator.

Baby stuff can also get super expensive. Two tips for that? 1) Put the majority of your money toward things you’ll use nearly every single day — like a stroller or carrier. And 2) Take advantage of local parenting groups — like Facebook groups, IRL neighborhood groups, or school or church groups. People want to offload baby items THE VERY MINUTE they’re done with them, so check those first. You might score some real gems while helping another parent reclaim some closet space.

OK, let’s get to the good stuff!

1. A pack of versatile muslin swaddle blankets, which will come in handy in ways you won’t even see coming.