When you hear the word “dad shoe”—images of chunky athletic sneakers instantly come to mind. But what about the same thing for moms? Hike Clerb founder and mom of two Evelynn Escobar is answering this style challenge with her brand-new sneaker: the Evelynn World x Saucony ProGrid Triumph 4 (a.k.a. “the mom shoe”). Naturally, we couldn’t be more excited.

For the Los Angeles-based creator and community-builder, the act of mothering is nuanced. “Mothering is a way of being, not something limited to giving birth,” she says. “It’s nurturing something, protecting it, helping it grow, and making people feel cared for and seen. We celebrate so many forms of achievement, but the everyday work of care is often invisible and undervalued. I wanted to make something that honors that.”

The shoe “for everyone who nurtures” (dudes included) is a medley of colors—from dusty pastels and silver to deep burgundy and lime—and even has an inspirational quote on the insoles (“I am a portal of light, love, abundance, and creation.”) The extra-inclusive angle makes sense for Escobar, whose nonprofit, Hike Clerb, is a place where thousands of Black, Indigenous women, and gender-expansive folks of color have gathered since 2017 to experience greater representation and a sense of belonging in the outdoors.

Below, we asked the inspiring and passionate mama who’s currently raising two daughters under 5 (read more about her work and her “why” here) to share her top Mother Essentials of the moment—including her new shoe (of course), on-the-go snacks, and a shout-out to the one and only Ms. Rachel.

Binkmade Water Bottle. “After making the switch to using a glass water bottle, I can never go back to anything else I fear. My water stays so crisp.” Day Bottle Classic, $32, Binkmade.

Chomps Beef Sticks. “Post-hike, quick fuel on-the-go, etc. I’m a Chomps girl through and through.” Chomps Grass Fed Beef Sticks, $23, Thrive Market.

Electric Nosefrida Pro. “What’s currently getting us through flu season.” Electric NoseFrida Pro, $89.99, Dillards.

Saucony x Evelynn World Mom Shoe. “For the mom on-the-go and everyone in between. A sneaker that will help keep you on your toes (and looking good!) with ease.” Saucony x Evelynn World Mom Shoe, $185, Saucony.

Calpak Clip-On Pouch. “I’m at the point where if something is not clipped to me, I may never find it. This stays hooked onto my Calpak diaper bag at all times.” Terra Clippable Card Pouch in Dark Cherry, $32, Calpak.

Storq Caddy Bag. “Storq is my go-to for so many mom essentials. This stroller caddy bag being one of them.” Stroller Party Caddy Bag, $64.90, Storq.

ARQ Undies. “I live by ARQ whether pregnant or not!” Misha Undies in Grenoble, $25.50, ARQ.

California Naturals Hair Care. “The girls and I are California Naturals evangelists at this point. Their products are so hydrating and smell so good!” Clean Shampoo + Conditioner, $11.99, California Naturals.

Astrology 101 Course. “I took Laura Chung’s Astrology 101 course when I was postpartum with my youngest daughter and it changed my life. Anyone interested in not only learning more about astrology, but themselves and society as a whole should take this class.” LauraKChung.com

Ms. Rachel. “She’s on constant rotation. I can recite I Love A Rainbow in my sleep at this point. My girls LOVE Ms. Rachel down and I love her equally as much for the way she shows up in the world. Salute to Ms. Rachel, always.” MsRachel.com

Breastfeeding Ring. “A breastfeeding mother must-have. I’m 4.5 years deep and wear mine proudly.” Sapphire Décolletage Ring, $245, Awe.

Ranavat Sunscreen. “My beauty guru friend Ann introduced me to this sunscreen and it’s been a wrap ever since. The best feeling and smelling mineral sunscreen I’ve ever used.” Brightening Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+, $65, Ranavat.

Cotton Bandanas. “If someone made me into a cartoon, I’d definitely be wearing a bandana.”

Wildbird Sling. “My favorite sling as of late. I didn’t get too much use out of it with my eldest, but it’s now my go-to with my youngest. So easy to use and so chic.” Linen Sling, $72, Wildbird.

For more MOTHER ESSENTIALS, peep our recent features with Salad for President founder Julia Sherman, with Cary Vaughn and Jenna Wilson of Ace & Jig, Our Place co-founder Shiza Shahid, Bumo founder Joan Nguyen, art world multi-hyphenate Dominque Clayton, food star Jing Gao of Fly by Jing, Sarah Fritsch of Studio Tigress, artist Lena Corwin, Hello!Lucky’s sister duo, doula and author Latham Thomas, Carla Wingett of Idlewild Floral, Andrea Faulkner Williams of Tubby Todd, Hana Getachew of Bole Road Textiles, artist & author Carissa Potter Carlson, actress & activist Hilary Swank, the co-founders of Hearth Display, author and organizer Aida Mariam Davis, design consultant Joyce Lee, self-care advocate Rachel Garahan, and DJ and director Va$htie Kola.