How quickly time flies! Having twin toddlers, the author makes a good case for those things most used and valued when raising children through their first year and beyond. Some items that she has found to be indispensible include: straw cups, sturdy play yard surrounds to keep toddlers from harm, a good stroller, kiddie walkers for giving your tot some confidence to walk on her own, a good diaper pail to control odor, “pack’n’play travel cribs, and Fisher Price booster seats. This mom of two has quickly learned how fast children grow but what items can grow with them into another year.

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