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Fall Ready: A Parent’s Guide to Prepping for the Season Ahead (Without the Stress)

Fall is a season of transitions—cooler weather, back-to-school routines, and weekend adventures filled with pumpkin patches and crisp leaves. But with growing kids, it can also mean realizing their favorite jacket no longer fits or their go-to sneakers are suddenly too snug.

We’ve created this quick, helpful guide to take the guesswork out of getting fall-ready. From closet clean-outs to cozy layers, here’s how to make the seasonal shift easier—for you and your little ones.

Written by VC Creative Studio

Start With a Closet Clean-Out

1. Essentials

Before you start shopping, take stock of what you already have. Set aside clothes that no longer fit or have been outgrown, and keep a mental checklist of the essentials you’ll need for the season ahead.

💡 Tip: Organize clothes into “Keep,” “Donate,” and “Replace” piles—it’ll make your next steps easier (and faster).

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Fall Essentials

Gap Kids Child Size 10 Green Shirt - girlsGap Kids Child Size 10 Green Shirt - girls
Gap Kids Child Size 10 Green Shirt - girls Sale price$5.99
Old Navy Active Child Size 5 Blue Solid T-shirt - boysOld Navy Active Child Size 5 Blue Solid T-shirt - boys
Old Navy Active Child Size 5 Blue Solid T-shirt - boys Sale price$5.99
Nike Child Size 3 Orange screen printed T-shirt - boysNike Child Size 3 Orange screen printed T-shirt - boys
Nike Child Size 3 Orange screen printed T-shirt - boys Sale price$6.99
Baby Gap Child Size 2 Black Solid T-shirt - boysBaby Gap Child Size 2 Black Solid T-shirt - boys
Baby Gap Child Size 2 Black Solid T-shirt - boys Sale price$3.99
Matilda Jane Clothing Child Size 4 Multi-Color Shirt - girlsMatilda Jane Clothing Child Size 4 Multi-Color Shirt - girls
Matilda Jane Clothing Child Size 4 Multi-Color Shirt - girls Sale price$8.99
Starting Out Child Size Newborn Pink Shirt - girlsStarting Out Child Size Newborn Pink Shirt - girls
Starting Out Child Size Newborn Pink Shirt - girls Sale price$3.99
Gap Kids Child Size 10 Green Solid Shirt - boysGap Kids Child Size 10 Green Solid Shirt - boys
Gap Kids Child Size 10 Green Solid Shirt - boys Sale price$9.99
Lilax Child Size 2 Brown Solid Sweater - boysLilax Child Size 2 Brown Solid Sweater - boys
Lilax Child Size 2 Brown Solid Sweater - boys Sale price$8.99
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Master the Art of Layering

2. Layers

Fall mornings can be chilly, while afternoons warm right up. Layering lets your child adjust comfortably throughout the day. Think lightweight long-sleeve tees, zip-up hoodies, and versatile jackets that can be added or removed with ease.

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Layers

baby B'gosh Child Size 9 Months Blue Jacket - girlsbaby B'gosh Child Size 9 Months Blue Jacket - girls
baby B'gosh Child Size 9 Months Blue Jacket - girls Sale price$8.99
Tuck & Bundle Child Size 8 Blue Solid Jacket - boysTuck & Bundle Child Size 8 Blue Solid Jacket - boys
Tuck & Bundle Child Size 8 Blue Solid Jacket - boys Sale price$14.99
Finding Foxtale Child Size 10 Pink Sweater - girlsFinding Foxtale Child Size 10 Pink Sweater - girls
Finding Foxtale Child Size 10 Pink Sweater - girls Sale price$11.99
H & M Child Size 12 Blue Jacket - girlsH & M Child Size 12 Blue Jacket - girls
H & M Child Size 12 Blue Jacket - girls Sale price$8.99
Hope & Henry Child Size 5 Black Sweater - girlsHope & Henry Child Size 5 Black Sweater - girls
Hope & Henry Child Size 5 Black Sweater - girls Sale price$11.99
Urban Republic Child Size 2 Pink Jacket - girlsUrban Republic Child Size 2 Pink Jacket - girls
Urban Republic Child Size 2 Pink Jacket - girls Sale price$12.99
Adidas Child Size 6 Blue Solid Jacket - boysAdidas Child Size 6 Blue Solid Jacket - boys
Adidas Child Size 6 Blue Solid Jacket - boys Sale price$12.99
Eddie Bauer Child Size 12 Months Navy Solid Hoodie - boysEddie Bauer Child Size 12 Months Navy Solid Hoodie - boys
Eddie Bauer Child Size 12 Months Navy Solid Hoodie - boys Sale price$14.99
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Check Their Shoes (Trust Us)

3. Shoes

Have you checked the fit of last season’s shoes lately? Chances are, your kid’s grown—again. Look for sneakers that can handle school days and weekend fun, and boots that are ready for fall puddles and playgrounds.

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Shoes

Old Navy Child Size 7 Toddler Brown Slippers
Old Navy Child Size 7 Toddler Brown Slippers Sale price$4.99
Cat & Jack Child Size 3 Toddler Baby/Walker Shoes
Cat & Jack Child Size 3 Toddler Baby/Walker Shoes Sale price$3.99
Rock & Candy Child Size 5 Youth Tan Boots
Rock & Candy Child Size 5 Youth Tan Boots Sale price$11.99
Old Navy Child Size 5 Toddler Black Boots
Old Navy Child Size 5 Toddler Black Boots Sale price$7.99
Disney Child Size 7 Toddler Blue Sandals/Flip Flops
Disney Child Size 7 Toddler Blue Sandals/Flip Flops Sale price$6.99
Nike Child Size 3 Toddler Black Sneakers
Nike Child Size 3 Toddler Black Sneakers Sale price$21.99
Freshly Picked Child Size 1 Toddler Gray Baby/Walker Shoes
Freshly Picked Child Size 1 Toddler Gray Baby/Walker Shoes Sale price$19.99
Paw Patrol Child Size 7 Toddler Multi-Color Slippers
Paw Patrol Child Size 7 Toddler Multi-Color Slippers Sale price$4.99
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Don’t Overlook Playwear and Pajamas

4. Pajamas

Colder days mean more indoor play and earlier bedtimes. Make sure your child has soft, cozy playwear for lounging and pajamas that keep them warm at night.

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Pajamas

Old Navy Child Size 6 Red Plaid Pajamas - boysOld Navy Child Size 6 Red Plaid Pajamas - boys
Old Navy Child Size 6 Red Plaid Pajamas - boys Sale price$9.99
Carter's Child Size 2 Red Pajamas - girlsCarter's Child Size 2 Red Pajamas - girls
Carter's Child Size 2 Red Pajamas - girls Sale price$5.99
Baby Gap Child Size 4 Green Plaid Pajamas - boysBaby Gap Child Size 4 Green Plaid Pajamas - boys
Baby Gap Child Size 4 Green Plaid Pajamas - boys Sale price$16.99
Old Navy Child Size 3 Red Pajamas - girlsOld Navy Child Size 3 Red Pajamas - girls
Old Navy Child Size 3 Red Pajamas - girls Sale price$4.99
Cat & Jack Child Size 10 Pink Pajamas - girlsCat & Jack Child Size 10 Pink Pajamas - girls
Cat & Jack Child Size 10 Pink Pajamas - girls Sale price$7.99
Cat & Jack Child Size 10 Pink Pajamas - girlsCat & Jack Child Size 10 Pink Pajamas - girls
Cat & Jack Child Size 10 Pink Pajamas - girls Sale price$7.99
Baby Gap Child Size 3 Red Plaid Pajamas - boysBaby Gap Child Size 3 Red Plaid Pajamas - boys
Baby Gap Child Size 3 Red Plaid Pajamas - boys Sale price$6.99
vineyard vines Child Size 8 Blue Print Pajamas - boysvineyard vines Child Size 8 Blue Print Pajamas - boys
vineyard vines Child Size 8 Blue Print Pajamas - boys Sale price$16.99
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