Disclosure: This post was sponsored by ALDI through
their partnership with POPSUGAR Select. While I was compensated to write a post
about The Little Journey product line, all opinions are my own.
Now that my babies are
toddlers, it's time for me to reinvent my baby bag. It’s time to evolve it to
be suitable for toddlers and ready for a quick grab-and-go when we're late
getting out the door. I am so curious what YOUR toddler-bag must haves are, so
please share in the comments!
Some things never change,
like baby wipes and snacks - but why you need them certainly does. And
then there are additions like extra undies. My favorite thing is that you
aren't limited to a certain kind of bag anymore. Now, baby bags have
gotten a lot cuter, and I still use some of mine, but I can also throw most of
my toddler must-haves into any big bag! Yay!
I have partnered with ALDI
to share their first full line of baby products, Little Journey, which is a
great brand (and place to shop) for your toddler-bag needs and beyond.
Every Little Journey product is tested to meet or beat the national
brands on quality, durability and taste, yet their prices are super affordable.
This exclusive ALDI brand has everything you need for your baby and toddler,
and meets its high quality standards.
{The secret weapon! Play-Doh can cure most boredom.}
1. Now that Nora is in training
pants (we're getting close to full-blown potty training....I hope), we keep
Little Journey Training Pants in our bag (and in her dresser drawer). These
are really cute and subtle. They are a neutral color, but a fun little design
that Nora likes (vs. bright pink or other colors and showing through her
clothing). They also feel a bit more like real underwear to make this
soon-to-be-transition a bit smoother.
2. Liam is potty trained
(one down!), but accidents happen. So carrying around some extra undies
is always a good idea.
3. Baby wipes aren't just
for changing diapers. My kids somehow are always getting messy, sticky and
snotty. I love the Little Journey Soothing Baby Wipes because
they are hypoallergenic, fragrance free and alcohol free.
4. SNACKS!! Always carry a
variety of snacks, especially if you are going to be out and about for longer
than 15 minutes (for reals). These snacks are suitable for babies, but my
toddlers still love them and they are easy for when you are on the go. We keep a
variety for different reasons and I try to also remember a snacking cup to help
contain the mess.
- Little Journey Little
Veggie Munchers® are a baked, whole grain corn snack, easy to chew and swallow
- so I feel comfortable about my kids snacking on them in the car.
- Little Journey Baby Food
Puree pouches are also good for in the car, but also in the shopping cart, or
even while walking. My kids suck them down easily - and I like them because the
pouches contain no artificial colors or flavors and contain vitamin C.
- Little Journey Yogurt
Bites are made with real fruit and yogurt, but without the mess. These are a
great little treat to my kids (but are healthy and do not contain any
preservatives) for when times get tough. They've definitely saved me from some
meltdowns when we’re out on the go.
- And don't forget a water
bottle! I am constantly reminding my kids to drink water. Dehydration is so
scary.
5. Entertainment -
especially when in the car or going to a restaurant. My secret surprise is Play
Doh! My kids love Play Doh, and it's easy to squish around in your hand and
almost acts like a stress reliever for when times get really tough. haha.
Crayons, paper/coloring books, and books are some other things that makes their
way into my bag!
6. Extra rubber bands and
even hair bows, because you never know when a rubber band will break or a cute
photo op will present itself. ;)
7. An external phone
charger is a good idea, no matter if you have kids or not! I use my phone for
everything these days - especially maps/directions, and while I let my kids
play on my phone minimally, sometimes the educational game can save a dinner outing
(and also kill my battery life).
8. Sunscreen is always good
to keep on hand, even in the winter. We keep a sunscreen stick in our bag for
easy application.
9. Finally...one thing that
still hasn't changed. Antibacterial spray. All the antibacterial products.
And of course, don't forget
your own stuff! Wallet, phone and lipstick - that's pretty much my go-to when
I'm also toting all my kid's things.
