Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to be just for kids! Sometimes I miss the feeling of receiving a school supply list and heading to the store with my mom to pick out everything I needed for a new year in the classroom. So as August rolls around, I always like to check out what back-to-school items for moms—such as new stationery and organization products—are available, too.
From functional lunchboxes and bags in fun patterns to upgraded pens and paper, there are definitely items that you’ll want to throw into your cart for yourself while you back-to-school shop for your kids. These items can upgrade your desk set-up (at home or in an office) or help you organize your day-to-day mom duties.
We’ve rounded up 20 of the cutest back-to-school items for moms to treat yourself to this year:
Keep your laptop or tablet safe and your bag organized with this pretty zippered sleeve that can also store pens and paper. 2 colors/patterns available This laptop backpack is not only stylish, it's super functional—the multitude of pockets and easy-to-clean material make it an ideal choice for everything from work to traveling. 10+ colors available We love Bentgo lunchboxes for kids, but did you know they make adult versions as well? Pack up this bento box for an office lunch or an on-the-go charcuterie board. 8 colors available I'm a strong believer that you can never have enough pouches. They're an organizer's best friend, and these handmade options from Etsy come in multiple gorgeous patterns. Refresh your desk accessories by swapping out those boring old pens and markers with some pretty pastel options. Our academic year products in collaboration with Day Designer not only look cute on your desk, but they will help you stay organized during your kiddos' school year. These beautifully colored notebooks are easy to throw in your bag or keep in different rooms of your house for ongoing to-do lists or journaling. 9 styles available Want to journal but don't know where to start? This wellness journal from Papier has daily guided prompts so you always know what to write. Multiple patterns and styles available If you like to annotate as you read or need a fun way to mark important documents, these sticky tabs are perfect for you. 2 colors available Our editors' favorite tumbler now comes in tons of new colors and with two lid options, so it's a great time to grab one! 4 sizes and 20+ colors/patterns available
