This post was sponsored by Nabisco as part of an Integrated Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.
Fall is finally here! Even though it may not feel like it is on the outside (down here in Florida it’s still feels like summer), we’re still pulling out our light sweaters and trying to enjoy typical fall activities like apple picking or hay rides. This is my favorite time of the year and I’m extra excited because we have our two princesses with us to celebrate everything! Lauren is almost six months old and is so curious about everything. She is even trying to play with Olivia. It’s still pretty surreal to see them together, I never thought I’d have two girls!
With all the fall activities comes lots of planning because going out with a toddler, a three year old preschooler, and a baby means you always have to be prepared for anything! Thankfully, it is getting a little easier because now Joseph and Olivia are a little bigger and require less items to lug around. Before I had Lauren I thought that I had this whole baby bag thing all mapped out but once she was here I quickly realized that I needed an extra bag (I use a small backpack) just for Joseph. He can use it for preschool when he starts but for now it’s what I call his big boy bag. Scroll down to see what to pack in the big boy bag.
1. Wipees are a must and they always will be! Grab a smaller travel so you can hand them to your preschooler or toddler if they need them. It helps them be independent and mama still has her hands free!
2. An extra set of clothes for all of the kids. Maybe this is obvious for some, but for me it took an entire cup of water being dumped on Joseph right before a doctors appointment for me to relaize that I still needed to have one handy not just for the baby and Olivia, but for him as well.
3. Snacks are always a good idea! Even if I’m just going for a quick post office run I bring a snack and a drink. Joseph has been a fan of the TEDDY SOFT BAKED Filled Snacks with the vanilla filling for some time now (they also come with chocolate filling and are available at Walmart in the Cookie/Cracker aisle). He loves it, and to be honest I do too. The loveable bear-shaped snacks are made with quality ingredients such as milk, eggs and chocolate. We normally have them during our reading time but that’s the great thing about the TEDDY SOFT BAKED Filled Snacks, they’re individually packaged making them the perfect anytime snack that you can grab and go. And even better; they contain no high fructose corn syrup, no artificial flavors, and no artificial colors.
4. Something to drink. It’s pretty much always hot down here in Florida so packing a drink is essential. What I do to ensure the kids have a cold drink readily available is freeze a few drinks over night and full out first thing in the morning. By the time we get to our destination, their Sippy cups filled with water and/or juice boxes are perfectly thawed and ready to drink.
5. A light sweater in case the temps drop or, in our case, the air conditioner is too cold.
What To Pack In The Big Boy Bag + Giveaway!
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My big boy takes books, toys, and always has a snack in his bag. Love your son’s curls, mine has hair like that too!
Keeping easy to grab snacks on hand is always a good thing! My kids also like to take a book and coloring supplies to have just in case. I always prefer to be prepared over not having what i need.
Very important to give kids independence, and how awesome that something as simple as give them their own backpack does exactly that! I wouldn’t have a clue as to what to pack! I’m so unfamiliar with kids at home!
Snacks are always a must when you are out with kids or leaving them with someone. We haven’t tried these yet, but my boys have been asking!
What adorable photos. That big boy bag looks like it has all of the perfect necessities.
What an absolute doll he his. My big boy(17) packs video games, phone and food too.
You nailed it with this list! I always regret being out of the house without water, snacks or wipes! Extra clothes make life much easier too!
What a cutie pie! I bet he loves his big boy bag! I would be very happy to have those snacks in my bag, too!
My kids love these teddy grahams. What a great snack!
I loved Teddy Grahams as a kid. These new, big, soft ines look amazing!
We love these! They are perfect for snacking on the go 🙂
I’ve always loved Teddy Grahams. I’ll have to try these!