This post was sponsored by Evian facial spray & TinyLove, but all opinions are my own.
Becoming a parent means a major lifestyle change. The days of spending all day or evening at event become quite challenging with kids, especially toddlers.
Keeping them clean while running errands presents an even bigger challenge. Here are 3 tips to make running errands with toddlers easier:
Bring Snacks
It never fails. As soon as I pull out of the driveway, I hear “Mom, I’m thirsty! Can I have some water?” Or…..
“I’m hungry!!“
Even if we just had lunch 30 minutes ago, my kids have some kind of internal alarm that tells them they are hungry at the most inconvenient times. Instead of getting frustrated, I usually pack multiple snacks. I even have them within arms reach while I’m driving.
Bring a Change of Clothes
I promise you, the one time you don’t have a change of clothes, someone will spill yogurt all over their clothes or have an accident. This happened to me Saturday.
My 3-year-old has had fewer accidents than I can count on both fingers. She fell asleep while my brother and sister in law were in town sightseeing. When she woke up, I realized that she had peed on herself and in the stroller.
And guess what?
You guessed it. My bag of tricks had no outfit in it.
Be Prepared for Messes
When I’m out running errands with my kids, I love to treat them with ice cream, especially now that the weather is warming up. My favorite them to combat messy hands and faces is Evian® Facial Spray.
Unlike home-made water sprays, you can be sure that Evian’s Facial spray is pure and gentle because it is always sealed at the source. Plus, the leak-proof canister is perfect for your diaper bag or purse. How many times have you had hand sanitizer leak into your purse??
With its powerful micro-droplet mist, Evian Brumisateur® hydrates, tones, and refreshes skin throughout the day. When your kids aren’t making messes, you can spray a light mist right over your makeup to revive color throughout the day. It can also help remove perspiration, ocean salt, and pool chlorine from the skin.
It’s perfect for trips to the beach & pool–it helps remove perspiration, ocean salt, and pool chlorine from the skin.
Use the Stroller & Baby Gear as Extra Storage
When are running errands with little kids, you feel like you are bringing everything but the kitchen sink on an outing. Your arms get full and you are constantly digging for something in a bag.
The stroller works to keep the kids contained as well as storage for all the kiddie gear!
We love spending any free time we get on the farm. Since my son is still getting comfortable walking and falls a good bit, we bring our Tiny Love Super Mat.
It’s machine washable, and easy to fold and carry!
Samantha Kuzyk-Raising Twincesses says
April 29, 2017 at 2:23 amI never thought to use Evian spray for cleaning up messes on the go! SO SMART!
Diedre says
April 29, 2017 at 1:06 pmI love it Samantha!! It’s much easier than pouring water over their hands and hoping you packed paper towels (what I used to do).
Natalie says
April 30, 2017 at 2:52 pmHow clever to use the facial mist ! Really great ideas! I always have food in my purse everywhere we go because if it’s not my 4 year old begging for a snack it’s my boyfriend. Or let’s be honest -for me too haha
Amber Battishill says
May 1, 2017 at 12:56 pmI would never have thought about using that spray for cleaning up the kids! Great idea!
Diedre says
May 4, 2017 at 12:31 amThanks Amber!
Angel says
May 1, 2017 at 5:17 pmI’ll need to try that spray!
Diedre says
May 4, 2017 at 12:31 amYou’ll love it!
Tabitha Blue says
May 1, 2017 at 7:39 pmWe love having this spray at the beach!!!
Living in Color says
May 2, 2017 at 6:56 amThese are awesome tips!
Kristeena says
May 2, 2017 at 7:38 pmThis spray is so great to have at the beach or by the pool!
Diedre says
May 4, 2017 at 12:29 amYes, I didn’t even think about having it by the beach! It would be perfect for spraying off lunch messes or sand.
Michelle says
May 3, 2017 at 4:38 amSo true about not having an extra outfit. It only happens when you don’t have the spare outfit.
Diedre says
May 4, 2017 at 12:30 amIsn’t that the truth Michelle!