I shop at Costco for my family of 4 with a monthly budget of $150. Here are 11 things I like to get there.

Peanut M&Ms are an irresistible snack that keeps my partner and I — parents of a 3-month-old and 4-year-old — energetic. Plus, the protein in the nuts keeps us from getting hungry in between mealtimes.

A pack of 16 bags costs £15, or about $18.30.

Getting comfortable while holding an infant is always tricky, but the Life Comfort faux-fur, uber-soft body pillows can help. I think they can even be useful for pregnant individuals and those with aches and pains.

I've found that body pillows can even reduce pressure on the joints, lower back, and hips and offer support for side sleepers.

The 4-foot Life Comfort body pillow costs £16.80 at Costco.

Rather than oscillating or rotating like a standard electric toothbrush, the Philips version vibrates at high frequencies for faster and more thorough brushing.

The Philips Sonicare 5100 features three different brushing modes and a pressure sensor so you know if you're pressing too hard on the gums. I've noticed that my teeth and gums seem cleaner and whiter since getting it.

The Philips Sonicare 5100 comes in black or pink for £96.

My family can't get enough of Driscoll's strawberries. Whether we munch on a bowl of them after dinner or use them in baking, there's always a box in the fridge during strawberry season. 

A box of Driscoll's strawberries costs £4.50.

Win over a crowd at a party with the centerpiece-worthy Kirkland Signature tomahawk steak. The cut of meat comes from the rib section and is similar to a rib eye, which has lots of marbling for flavor and is usually super tender.

I may reverse sear the steak, which involves cooking it at a very low temperature on a grill to keep it moist. I add plenty of salt and garlic, then baste with lots of butter. 

The Kirkland Signature tomahawk steak cost me £16.10.

The Onken mango-papaya yogurt is a great source of probiotics and is creamy and delicious.

It can help liven up a dry bowl of cereal at breakfast or make for a quick and healthy snack.

A tub of Onken yogurt costs £2.50.

With a family of four, it feels like there's no end to clothes that need washing, but this box of 140 Fairy pods lasts us a good while.

I have sensitive skin, but this hasn't caused me any issues. Plus, the pods ensure clothes come out of the wash smelling amazing.

A box of 140 pods costs £22.20.

The C-Weed Korean seaweed salad can be a refreshing appetizer or side for many Asian dishes.

It's salty and savory, so I recommend trying it with some rice and fish for a great way to season your food without adding salt. It comes in a resealable bag and is a good source of iodine, iron, and fiber. 

A pack of C-Weed seaweed salad costs £7.90.

We love hummus and often keep a container of the dip in the fridge.

The Orexis hummus is smooth, thick, and creamy, and it's perfect with a Greek salad or as a snack with carrots, cucumber sticks, and tortilla chips.

A pack of two tubs costs £5.50.

I've tried many hot sauces over the years but I keep turning back to Cholula. You get an initial kick of heat that soon dissipates and leaves behind a taste of chili that's not overpowering.

It's versatile enough to add to eggs, noodles, and rice dishes.

A pack of two bottles costs £6.50.

The Under Armour joggers at Costco are super comfy and smart and keep me toasty and warm during colder nights.

I think they're pretty resilient compared to cheaper joggers, as they can withstand lots of wearing and washing.

A pair of Under Armour joggers cost £33.60.

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