The Back to School Guide Every Parent Needs

It always feels like summer just flies by, doesn't it? Since the back-to-school season is already upon us, we cultivated a list of fun brands we love. From backpacks to lunches to new clothes, we have got you covered with this list–enjoy!

We are in love with the Dream Weighted Blanket for our little kiddos. It is designed to keep your child warm and cozy, now and for years to come. This gentle 4lb weight feels like a secure and comforting hug, providing deep pressure stimulation to help naturally reduce anxiety, alleviate sensory overload and promote healthy sleep patterns.

It fits best for ages 3-8 and is designed for children 30 lbs and up. Give your little one the gift of sweeter sleep with this lovely weighted blanket! Use our code RACHEL15 for 15% off.

Any mama knows that an extra 15 minutes in the morning can mean everything–that's where Yumble comes in! It's lunchtime made easy and nutritious. You pick a plan from Yumble's curated boxes that best fits your family.

Fully cooked meals and fun little activities are delivered for free to you so the whole family to connect around mealtime. These meals are perfect for school lunches, easy weeknight dinners, or snack time!

KiwiCo has got awesome down to a science. They are on a mission to inspire the next generation of innovators. With over 1,500 expertly designed projects to inspire your little problem-solver, you won't run out of options to choose from.

We love the paleontologist starter kit, jumping robot, and colorful chemistry just to name a few!

The HOMER app is playful learning your little one will love. Their program delivers learning across subjects, building the skills kids need through lessons and activities they love.

They can learn reading with a step-by-step pathway that leads to literacy, math that provides building blocks for math confidence, social and emotional learning with tools for navigating social skills, empathy, and confidence, thinking skills with brain games for big thinking, and creativity with space for imaginations to run wild!

SmarterKids is where learning comes to play! Toys, games, projects, and more are all designed to help your little one learn, grow, and succeed.

Their projects span all ages from infancy to 10 years and older, with themes covering engineering to science to the arts. We absolutely love entertaining our little ones while they don't even realize they are learning, and SmarterKids helps make that possible!

Mabel's Labels has all imaginable labels to make your life easier, from labels for water bottles, clothing, sports gear, and beyond. They also have bundles, one being the Stylish School Label Pack which is the most stylish way to stay organized this school year.

These beautiful labels are guaranteed to stay put even through the laundry and through the dishwasher. All you need to do is peel, stick, and sit back and watch all your stuff return home. Easy peasy!

The Prodigy Backpack gets our vote for simple, ethical, and high quality. With plenty of room for your kid's books, a padded tech compartment, comfortable straps, some side pockets and a range of colors to choose from, this backpack is one you and your kiddo will love. Plus the Keeper Lunchbox is a win and great combo with the backpack!


Use code MYSWEETSLEEPER10 for 10% off until September 30th.

Here's another fun way for your child to learn STEM–MEL Science has subscription boxes where your kiddo can adventure into science with monthly hands-on projects and educational digital experiences. From building a space rocket to a hydraulic lift, these are great projects to do at home together while they learn and play.

ChildLife Essentials provides a lotta love for little bodies. We know that it’s what’s inside that matters which is why we formulate with clinically proven ingredients that are clean, natural, and tested for potency and purity. Plus, they taste delicious! So you can feel good about passing along the most valuable thing you can to your kids – good health.

The Bento Large Container is a great solution Tailored to meet the demands of busy adults and is the perfect companion for work lunches, meal prepping, picnics, and more. As you adjust back to routine and schedules during the school year, these containers can help organize your meals taking just one more thing off your plate (literally!)

4 must-have, travel-friendly products to keep skin clean, happy, and hydrated on the go! Tuck these products into your kiddo's backpack for school, camp, or a weekend trip to grandma's house so they have all the comforts of home at their fingertips. 

The Backpack Kit includes Hand Sanitizer 2 Pack, Travel All Over Ointment, Sunstick, and Lip Balm 2 Pack.

Keep your drink and your little one’s drink cool all day with Mermaid Straw! With the highest food-grade stainless steel and double insulation, it’s perfect for your work and school days!

Customize it with different straw colors!

No more ice packs! The PACKIT lunch bag has freezable gel built into the walls. Offering the ultimate convenience, simply pack your kiddo’s lunch and know it will be perfectly cool when they are ready to eat.

Have any must-have back-to-school products? Please share! We’re all ears!

*Some of the items listed here are our affiliate partners and we may receive commission from the purchase of these products. We are committed to only recommending products that we truly believe in, have tested, and partner with regularly.

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