12 Essentials to be On-the-Go Ready for Anything!
As a mom, I’m often on-the-go. There are errands and school pick-ups and extra-curricular activities. No matter where I go, I make sure that I’m ready for anything by taking steps to be prepared for whatever comes my way.
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Let’s jump right in – I’ve dumped out my bag to show you what’s inside! With these 12 essentials packed and ready, you can tackle almost any situation like a pro!
The 12 Essentials You Need to be Ready聽for Anything
1. Grab-n-Go Wallet – Having a wallet that you can keep all your essentials let’s you pull out your wallet when you need to sneak away with just the bare essentials in a pinch.
2. Notepad and Pen – You never know when you’ll need to jot something down. Like an idea to try around the home or a solution to a problem you’ve been thinking through or even a great plan for your projects at work.
3. Little Care Kit – Keep a small zippered pouch with health essentials including: tweezers, nail clippers, chapstick, bandaids, moist towelettes, and pain reliever. There’s nothing worse than feeling terrible while out and about, even if it’s a simple splinter or split finger nail – the pain that can be a simple fix is a game changer if you’re not prepared to tackle it.
4. Hand Sanitizer – Packing along a small hand sanitizer will let the kids play in a pinch, and still let you help them tackle the germs and be ready for those snacks you’ll want to carry with you.
5. Beauty Essentials – Mascara and Lipstick can take you from everyday to ready to impress when in a pinch. Toss in a couple of bobby pins and hair ties in case you need to pull your hair back, and you’ll really be ready for anything!
6. Boredom Busters聽–聽Include something to keep boredom at bay. For mom, that can be earbuds to turn your phone into an mp3 player or a pocket sized adult coloring book. For the kids, include a small book or toy. Our favorite addition is this fun set of dry erase activity cards.
7. Kids Essentials – If you have children, make sure you include things to take care of your little ones, too. Whether that means diapers, wipes, a binky, and burp cloth or a small toy.
8. Water – Nothing is worse than getting stuck somewhere longer than expected and not having water with you. Always carry a water bottle with you to keep you well hydrated.
9. Snacks –聽Keep a couple of snacks within easy reach like a nutrition bar or those small packs of peanuts to refuel your (or your children’s) energy while you’re out and about. My latest favorite to include in my bag is Russell Stover’s delicious everyday chocolates. Nothing gives me more of a positive mood boost than a bite of chocolate during a stressful day.
10. Power Cord & Headphones – Keep a power cord handy to keep your phone or other devices recharged on the go. I also keep a pair of earbuds in my bag so I can watch a movie or play a game without being disruptive while waiting through appointments.
11. Glasses / Sunglasses – My prescription glasses are absolutely essential for heading out the door, but my sunglasses make a big difference too.
12. Once your bag is loaded and ready, you’ll be able to just slip in your cell phone and keys as you head out the door ready to take on the world!
When I finally make it back in the door after all the running around, I’m not ashamed to reward myself from the hectic day as a mom with a bite of chocolate! Russell Stover chocolates are so yummy, and the bite sizes options are just right for giving you just a taste, without feeling guilty.
Look for Russell Stover’s delicious everyday chocolates line that includes:
- Bites –聽Pomegranate, Blueberry, and Orange
- Sugar Free Bites – Cranberry, Orange, and Blueberry
- Bark – Pistachio, Crunchy Caramel, and Orange & Almond
- Minis –聽Caramel, Coconut, and Pecan Delight
- Milk聽Chocolate Pretzels –聽Double dipped and salted! These were聽so good they were gone before I could snap pictures!
These mini indulgences let’s you sneak a bite of chocolate every day. I have a major sweet tooth, so the ability to portion control to just one taste is perfect for me to let me have a reward of something amazing and still be able to stop before getting carried away.
Russell Stover聽also has yummy everyday chocolate treats in their individually wrapped packs in four聽varieties – pecan delight, coconut, mint patty, and caramel. The pecan delight is so incredibly good, though I loved all 4 that one was by far my favorite!
Stash a few in your on-the-go bag and you’ll be able to de-stress in a moments notice!
I’ve always got my wallet, my phone and my multi-tool. I’m hanging with you when the zombie apocalypse hits, you’ve got it all covered!
Good point!! always ready for learning something every time. its help you in future life.
i love the color of you bag. its super cute. also awesome essentials.
Wow, I love your bag and everything you carry with you. Such great ideas and yes, guilt-free snacks are always a must. Those are so good too, I love them.
I keep just about the same essentials in my bag. And I just love Russell Stover snacks and candies. Need to get some for my bag.
You’ve thought of everything. And so neatly organized all in one place. If anyone said, “You go, girl!” you’re definitely ready!
I really love the Russell Stover Blueberry Bites. They are SO yummy! I like to always be sure and have some tissues handy and hand sanitizer.
I want to get a bigger bag. For now I use a smaller purse. Inconvenient sometimes.
This is a great list of essentials. I always like to carry snacks in my bag and chocolate is one of my favorites as well!
It’s like you’ve read my mind! I have all those things in my bag, too.
Those Russell Stover candies look so good! They would definitely be going in my bag as an essential, too.
That bag is gorgeous! Would love to tote that around with me all day! These are some great essentials that I need to add to my bag, most of them I am without!
I love the color of your bag. These are all good items to have. I have a small purse so I can only keep my wallet,keys,gum and a small pack of wipes.
Life can be messy so I always keep wipes handy. I have some in my bag and in the car. I also keep a change of clothes for the whole family in the car just in case.
These are great bag essentials. I always make sure I have snacks in my bag. It helps to keep me away from the drive thrus.
I always keep wipes in my bag. With kids you never know when a mess is going to happen.
I try to always have a charger and cord in my purse. Snacks are a great idea and would be helpful if I could remember. And as a side note. That mascara is my favorite!
Your Mom’s purse is fully-loaded. And it looks a lot like mine with tissues, sunglasses, readers, and assorted misc stuff, LOL!
Thanks for this useful list. I think you make some very helpful points here.
You are totally prepped!!! I love it- I am going to pack a few snacks for me next week! ANd I LOVE that Usborne book- we have the same one. It’s a total lifesaver!
Wow! Love your bag and all you have it in it! You are prepared for anything!!!
Now I need to get on keeping these items in my handbag. I never seem to have a pen and let me tell you, there are many times I could use some chocolate, LOL… Thanks so much for sharing
Having a zippered pouch for your care kit is smart. I usually have those things in my purse but I have to dig around for them. I’ll have to get a pouch.
I think wipes are one of the best ideas to always have on you. Even if you have no children you can easily use this to wash your hands before you eat if you’re going camping or hiking or whatever. It looks like you are well prepared.
Yes to wipes in my bags at all times and lip balm and now of course I will Need to include these Russell Stover chocolate treats- you know because I ( and my kids) are always in need of a sweet pick me up!
Those chocolates looks awesome! I need to get some bags to try them out myself!
I just keep the essentials, but these are all great ideas.
I need to make up a Little Care Kit. What a good idea. I always have hand sanitizer in my purse, especially during cold and flu season.
I used to date a guy the worked at Russell Stover in TN. The factory and the outlet store are right off a major interstate and droves of buses stop there so tourists can buy discounted candy. When you walk in the door all you can smell is like a wall of heavenly chocolate 馃檪
Oh the wipes for sure and tissues! We were at a wedding yesterday , and of course….I needed both and forgot both! Those are always a must for me! Oh..and bandaids just in case!