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We call this his little “fish TV” 🐠 and it has been such a hit lately. This Baby Einstein Sea Dreams Soother keeps him completely locked in — the moving fish, soft lights, and music are somehow the perfect combo. It’s one of the only things that consistently holds his attention during wake windows without feeling overstimulating. If you have a 2–4 month old, this has been one of our most-used baby toys recently. Linking it here 🤍 Baby Einstein Sea Dreams Soother, baby aquarium toy, baby crib aquarium, infant sensory toy, baby toys 3 months, toys for 2 month old, toys for 3 month old, soothing baby toy, baby registry must haves, infant entertainment toy, calming baby toy, newborn to 6 month toys

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These are some of the things I’m reaching for every single day right now as a first-time mom with a 3.5-month-old. A mix of baby products, home things, and personal care staples that have just become part of our normal routine lately.
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To everyone who told me to put this in his crib… thank you. It’s been buying me an extra 2 to 5 minutes here and there, which honestly makes such a difference when I need to do the tiniest thing, like go to the bathroom or quickly get something done. One of those baby items that has ended up being way more helpful than I expected.
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This is one of those routines that is constantly happening in our house right now, so anything that makes it feel easier or more streamlined is worth it to me. Linking the bottle washer, bottles, and nipples we’ve been using lately.

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A very simple upgrade, but a good one for us. Ollie had started seeming a little impatient with the size 1 nipple, so we moved up to the Dr. Brown’s size 2 wide, and that was all we needed. Same bottles, just a quick swap.

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I love a good Amazon find, but for something like a baby memory book, I wanted something that felt a little more timeless and a little less temporary. This one just felt more like something I’d actually want to keep coming back to for years, and the inside pages were a big part of that for me.

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San Diego is already giving us warm enough weather to start pulling out the summer baby items. We can already tell this float is going to get a lot of use over the next few months. Such a good one for letting baby hang out, stay cool, and still be part of the fun.

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A legit mom must-have. I got this thinking it would mainly be for baby stains, but at this point it’s honestly saved more of my clothes than Ollie’s. Spit-up, random mystery spots, all of it. One of those little products that’s earned a permanent spot in the house.

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A little real-life mom moment from our safari park day. It ended up being time for Ollie’s bottle while we were on the safari ride, so we figured out how to feed him while he stayed in the carrier and honestly it worked out so well. One of those outings that reminded me you can still do fun things with a baby, even if you have to adjust on the fly a little.

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This fish tummy time mat has been a recent hit in our house. Ollie can get frustrated with tummy time pretty quickly, and this has helped hold his attention a little longer and make it more enjoyable for him. Definitely one of those simple baby items that’s been worth having in our rotation lately.

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This little rainbow fish is starting to get way more interesting around here 🐟🌈

It didn’t do much for him at first, but now that he’s more aware and starting to grab at things, it’s been really fun to watch. The crinkle texture + bright colors keep him engaged, and it’s easy for his little hands to hold onto.

Linking our rainbow fish sensory toy here 🤍

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Ollie’s been doing so well with his crib naps lately! Linking everything I can here

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Sometimes the goal is simply: get out of the house and wander. Linked everything that caught my eye

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Heat wave calls for a test run 😅 We tried Ollie’s pool float for the first time and I can already tell this is going to be our go-to all summer. He was just vibing the whole time

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Ok Target… you got me 😅 I popped in this morning and ended up finding the cutest baby boy outfits for warm weather — and of course San Diego is having a little heat wave right now, so I couldn’t not look. A bunch of these are perfect for spring/summer (and honestly would be adorable for Easter), and a few are neutral enough that they’d work for a girl too. Linking everything in this collage so you can shop them easily.

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Some mornings he just wants to be glued to me, and honestly… I get it. The wrap has been saving me on days like this.

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My baby's new favorite accessory is his cute bucket hat! But it gets pretty hot out there, so I brought along a little mini fan to keep him cool. This portable fan is a game-changer for those warm days, providing a gentle breeze that's perfect for little ones. It clips right onto his stroller and comes with a rechargeable battery for on-the-go cooling.

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How do I already have a 3 month old? This little Mickey set is perfect for the most adorable 3mo photo. That’s smile!!!!

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Unpacking the 9oz Dr. Brown’s and doing a little bottle swap!! This kind of restock/reset is oddly satisfying. But also…didn’t I juuuust unpack the 4oz bottles???

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First pool day with Ollie 🤍 We picked up a couple swimsuits + swim diapers and I’m glad we did because it made me feel better knowing his little skin was protected. He literally slept the whole time (classic), but it was still such a sweet first.

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Zoo day as a family 🤍 We were irrationally proud of ourselves for pulling off a full outing and it actually feeling… smooth?? Linking everything you see in the photo plus the couple stroller/diaper bag things that made the day way easier (the “if we forget this, we’re done” essentials).

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One of my go to sets right now that’s going to be perfect as we continue to spring

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Dr. Brown’s Formula Mixing Pitcher has been such a helpful little upgrade for us. We’ve been making formula in batches and this makes it so much easier - it mixes everything smoothly without a ton of air bubbles, so it’s not all foamy. It’s also super easy to pour, quick to clean, and honestly way cheaper than I expected for how much we use it.

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I can’t be trusted in Nordstrom Rack alone 😅 I found the cutest little seersucker shorts set for summer and it comes with the matching hat, which is honestly just to die for. It’s one of those outfits that makes your baby look like a tiny little vacationer and I couldn’t leave without it. This one is sold out but I found some other cute options!!

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I grabbed 3 new swimsuits from Quince (2 bikinis + 1 one-piece) because it’s basically always sunny in San Diego and I needed something better than my maternity suit for spring. These feel like the perfect middle ground for this postpartum season - enough coverage/support to feel comfortable in my “new mom” body, but still cute and not frumpy.

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Finally upgraded my claw clip situation 😅 I’ve been hanging onto my last surviving clip for dear life because the rest of the pack I bought years ago have slowly snapped. I grabbed these larger clips since my hair is longer now and I don’t know why I waited - I was convinced a big clip would look obnoxious, but this one is the perfect “holds everything” size without looking silly huge. I got the color Coffee, and it comes in a bunch of really cute colors. Also love the square shape - it actually grips and stays put.

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Ollie has had some cradle cap the last few weeks so our pediatrician recommended we start using this shampoo during baths and it’s ready making a difference

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Just placed a little Quince swim order because it’s already warming up in San Diego and I wanted suits that fit my body right now. I grabbed two bikinis and a one-piece that feel high-waisted without feeling frumpy — and I love the higher leg cut. It’s the kind of fit that makes me feel more like myself heading into spring/summer.

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If you get this book you will most definitely cry and hold your baby so so close. It’s very sweet but WOW I was not prepared

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He gave me a full hour tonight to shower and get ready for bed and I genuinely feel like a new person. I’m a simple girlie with a simple routine … but linked everything I use here!

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Attempting the nap transfer like it’s a professional sport 😅 The SNOO has been our go-to for those “please stay asleep” moments — especially when I’m trying to move him from a contact nap and keep the vibe calm.

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Gas has been one of the biggest newborn curveballs for us, so these two have been in heavy rotation. Frida Windi has helped when he’s clearly uncomfortable and we’re stuck in that “won’t settle” cycle, and Mylicon gas drops have been a nice, simple go-to for everyday gassiness. Not saying either is magic every time, but having both on hand has made us feel way more prepared.

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Momcozy Silent Swaddles have been my favorite swaddles by far — the Velcro is actually silent, which means I’m not waking him up during nighttime diaper changes or middle-of-the-night re-swaddles. Such a small detail, but it makes a huge difference when you’re trying to keep everything calm and sleepy.

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The SNOO really is as good as everyone says it is

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