38 Products You'll Want To Have On-Hand For Playground Adventures With Your Kids

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06-04-2025

1. First things first, a diaper bag–friendly Welly first aid kit packed with anything you might need in case your tot takes a tumble. It includes fabric bandages in various sizes and fun colors kids will love, triple antibiotic first aid ointment packets, 1% hydrocortisone cream packets, and cleansing wipes. You'll be a shoo-in for Parent of the Year when you break this out to fix a scraped knee.
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I've used Welly products for years and will not shut up about them. Yes, their bandages come in many fun prints and styles, but more importantly, they *actually* stay on and protect cuts and scrapes! The waterproof ones are also fantastic. I love that this kit comes in a tin, so everything stays nicely sorted. Definitely a must-have for parents hitting up the playgrounds.
Promising review:"Absolutely love this little emergency kit! I keep one in the car and one in our pool bag. Great to have for the inevitable scrapes and boo-boos that happen with kids. I love that it comes with cleaning materials, and the bandages actually STICK, which is great." — John
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
2. A travel urinal — a saving grace for when your child, once again, has to pee while you're out and about enjoying the refreshing springtime weather even though you *JUST* asked them 10x if they had to go.
Watch this mom's review on TikTok.
Promising review:" I purchased this for my son and our long car trips. How many times can we pull over to potty on a three-and-a-half hour car trip? Ask my 4-year-old. When I saw this, I couldn't resist. We brought it along, and when he had to pee, no problem. It's only a little gross when you dump it later. Well designed, definitely recommend." — Evan
Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in eight colors).
3. Or a Frida Baby fold-and-go potty seat that'll bring you peace of mind, knowing your toddler's tush never has to touch a grime-filled public toilet. It comes with a travel bag that'll fit easily in your diaper bag or regular tote bag if you're just running a quick errand with your toddler.
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We're in the midst of potty training my toddler, and the hardest part has definitely been his need to pee whenever we're out of the house. I ordered this seat, and it's become an essential item in any bag I carry. It folds up nice and small; it's not bulky to toss in a tote bag or the diaper bag. I can whip it out quickly (ideally before he has an accident) and pop it onto any toilet seat. So far, we've used it in the airport, at my parents' house, and in several stores and restaurants. I wipe it down with a disinfectant wipe after we use it and move on to the next chaotic moment of our day.
Promising review:"My toddler loves her little training potty but would not sit on regular toilets at home or elsewhere. I purchased this foldable potty seat and started using it at home so she would get comfortable with it, making her comfortable using it outside of the home. I love that it puts a barrier between her and public bathroom seats. It is a very good quality design. It's easily foldable and stable. It has a rubber lip around the edge to keep it from slipping on the toilet seat when my toddler sits on it. No leakage or complaints. It's easy to clean or wipe down on the go. Would 100% recommend to all my mom friends." — Jess
Get it from Amazon for $10.48.
4. Baby Bum SPF 50 Sunscreen, a must-have for parents and their littles — it's unscented, moisturizing, 100% mineral based, vegan, cruelty-free, and dye-free. It'll certainly get the job done!
I've use this on my son and it's great! In a pinch, I've used it on myself as well. It rubs in easily (thankfully because putting sunscreen on kids is a TASK and a half) and smells nicely of coconut. I also use Sun Bum's Sunscreen Stick on my son's face, which is equally fantastic, because it's easier to apply in a pinch than a cream.
Note: sunscreen is only made for children over the age of 6 months.
Promising review:"This is the only mineral sunscreen I will use or put on my children. It's the only brand I've tried that goes on smooth and not super thick, and doesn't leave a white residue. Works great and no harmful ingredients, what's not to love!" — Natalie Anderson
Get it from Amazon for $16.49.
5. And a sunscreen applicator that'll make covering your mini-me from head to toe a whole lot easier — especially if they're squirmy! Pour the lotion inside this travel size container, flip it upside down, shake it, and apply. No mess and no stress.
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Check out how easy it is to apply sunscreen with this clever gadget in this TikTok.
Solar Buddies is a small business based in the UK, founded by two moms, who set out to develop a product that would make applying sunscreen on kiddos easier. As a parent myself, I can confirm this gadget is fantastic. During the summer I'd keep one in my diaper bag to ensure my son was protected from the sun at any given moment. He loved being "painted" and I loved knowing applying sunscreen wasn't going to be a fight.
Promising review:" I hesitated, but I originally saw this item on TikTok and knew it would make life SO MUCH easier when it comes to putting sunscreen on myself and my kids, and I have to say, I am NOT disappointed!! The sunscreen goes on so smoothly and evenly, and I feel like I will be saving so much sunscreen now that I'm not just squirting a huge glob in my hands and spending so much time trying to rub in a ridiculous amount into mine and my children's skin. My only regret with buying these is that I wish I would have bought a couple more so that I could have different ones for each of the sunscreens we use! But I will be recommending these to everyone!" — Carmen
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $23.98+ (available in four colors and in three-packs).
6. A car seat buckle release tool to save both your nails and your precious time! No one wants to struggle to open those (thankfully) extremely secure buckles while they're kiddo is hitting a pitch that could likely break glass because they've spotted the slide, and they MUST get to it immediately.
Watch this mom explain why this tool has been a game-changer in this TikTok.
This gadget doesn't attach to the car seat, so no need to fret about kiddo's unbuckling themselves while you're driving. UnbuckleMe is a small business.
Promising review:"Love that my kindergartner can unbuckle himself. It makes morning school drop-off SO MUCH EASIER! And he likes the independence of being able to do it himself!" — Lauren
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in six colors).
7. A bug bite suction tool invented by a mom that sucks the irritating part right out of an insect bite with a pull of the plunger — it's so easy your kiddo can definitely do it themselves (if they stop screaming long enough because, duh,, they got bit by a bug).
See it in action on TikTok. Bug Bite Thing is a small business.
Promising review:"I saw this product on TikTok and had to get it. I'm super glad I did. My daughter and I always get a ton of mosquito bites, and this helps alleviate the itching as soon as you pull the suction back. It's great." — Rebekka Talley
Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (also available in two-packs and three-packs).
8. A set of Crayola Ultimate Washable Chalk (it comes with 64 different colors!) they'll be *so* excited over they might just forget to pester you about extra screen time — encourage them to create all kinds of art at the playground or leave funny messages for passersby.
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Promising review:"We purchased this pack for our toddler, and it was so fun to see all our favorite colors from our crayons back in the day! All of the classic Crayola colors, as well as some neon and glitter pieces. A few pieces did come broken, but they still work great and are totally worth the money" — Bailey
Get a pack of 64 from Amazon for $19.82.
9. Polarized toddler sunglasses that fold up super small so when your tyke decides they no longer want to wear them, you can stash them in your pocket or diaper bag without accidentally snapping them in half.
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Promising review:"We purchased the foldable sunglasses for our 7-year-old grandson, and they've exceeded our expectations. The foldability is incredibly convenient, making them easy to store in a small bag or even his pocket. The sunglasses are very well made, with a sturdy frame that has stood up to quite a bit of rough handling. They're also very comfortable, and my grandson loves wearing them. The vibrant colors are a big hit, and he enjoys to wear each day. Overall, the sunglasses are a fantastic purchase, combining convenience, durability, and style in one package." — Victor X.
Get them from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in sets of two and a variety of colors).
10. Plus round sunglasses for the parent who is constantly losing their favorite pair while chasing their kiddo up, down, and around the playground and is sick and tired of spending far too much money on replacements. These are stylish and *so* cost-effective you can stock up for the summer!
Promising review:"The real deal. I bought the 2/$20 and couldn't be happier! Seemingly good quality for the money, with much better light protection, is polarized, and has a nice shape and fit. MUCH better than any name-brand glasses I've ever purchased — and I buy a LOT. I spend a lot too. Not anymore. I plan on buying more of them soon just because I love sunglasses. These are my new favorites! And, they don't have the nose piece that gets caught in your hair when you wear them on your head." — Lyndsay Marie
Get them from Amazon for $10.39+ (available in 31 styles).
11. A sand removal bag filled with a talc-free, reef-friendly powder to help remove the pesky particles your kiddo will likely have all over them after rolling around in the local playground's sandbox....lovely.
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Shakalo is a San Diego–based small business that started to figure out a way to help people, especially parents remove sand before leaving the beach. The soft fabric pouch allows the powder to remove the sand without scattering everywhere.
Promising review:"We recently moved to a beach area, and we are constantly there. This item has changed our entire lives! It lasts decently long (depending on how much you use it), it smells super good (not at all like baby powder), and it's super effective. It has saved me from vacuuming my car at least 1x–2x a week. I even use it on my dogs' paws and bellies to make sure they're taken care of. I will definitely be buying the refill and another bag to have exclusively in the car." — Gabbs Uresti
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two sizes).
12. Binoculars kids will love using to get *up close and personal* with nature without actually getting all that close — a must-have for littles who are curious but a bit skittish about bugs and whatnot.
The set also comes with a protective carrying case, a neck strap, a cleaning cloth, and a bird identification sticker book.
Promising review: "These binocs are colorful, easy for small hands to hold, easy to adjust — and best of all, they are real binoculars. I got them for a lively, curious kid on her 5th birthday, and they were clearly a hit. She got piles of other presents (a lot on Barbie themes), but when the present opening finished, these were what she grabbed to go play with her friends at the party. I'm hoping she'll graduate to a more sophisticated set in the future, but in the meantime, these are a wonderful, alluring starter set." — rosepetal
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).
13. And a bug catching kit for curious kiddos who would love nothing more than to get a closer look at some creepy crawlers then set 'em free.
The set comes with a mesh critter case, a smaller critter case, tweezers, and a handheld magnifier.
Promising review:" My son loves catching bugs and studying them. He caught a huge centipede, and this kit let him see its colors closely so he could research it. I love that there is a magnifying glass included and tweezers. The tweezers make it much easier for him to catch the bugs. The small bug catcher also has a magnifying glass on the top. This little container also helps transfer the bugs into the bigger catcher. Overall, I am very impressed with this kit, and so is my 7-year-old!" — Natalie
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
14. A battery-operated stroller fan with a flexible handle so you can adjust it as needed to keep your mini-me at the perfect temperature while heading out on a springtime stroll. Honestly, buy two so you can *also* enjoy some sweet relief — you're the one pushing that stroller uphill, after all!
Reviewers have also attached it to their little one's cribs and car seats for extra airflow. I personally used one on my stroller during my son's first summer (he was about three months old at the time) and bought a second one when my daughter was born. Now, both kids enjoy a nice lil' breeze when we walk in warmer weather.
Promising review:"This little fan has changed my life! I bought this for Disney, and now I use it all the time. I had gotten this fan for the stroller and four little handheld fans. If I had the space, I would have bought four of these. It is lightweight, easily attached, has flexible legs, a powerful fan, and Bluetooth, too! I set it up as a phone stand for the kids while they waited for food, cooled everyone off all day, and charged it at the end of the day. We used it off and on daily, not continuously. Now I use it in my girls' room when it's stuffy and set a timer if needed. It has speed controls, too. It's a great product 100% recommend to every parent or anyone needing a portable fan." — Robert
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in six colors).
15. A dual cup holder that'll ensure you always have a spot for your emotional support coffee *and* your phone — attaches easily to strollers, bikes, wheelchairs, and scooters (one reviewer even attached it to their lawn mower!). It's so sturdy your drink won't go flying even if you absentmindedly roll over a HUGE bump in the sidewalk.
One of my mom besties had this on her stroller and I immediately was like, "Welp, NEED." I ordered one and never looked back — it attaches tightly and can be adjusted to any angle. In a desperate attempt to keep both my baby and my toddler content, I spent the majority of my maternity leave on walks around my neighborhood — it was ESSENTIAL to have a solid spot to put my drink and also my phone (we needed music, of course). This one was so great I've already ordered a second one for our other stroller.
Promising review: " I ordered this with low hopes because I feel like stroller cup holders are always so flimsy. I'm extremely impressed with the quality of this cup holder! You can attach it to any bar, no matter the direction it goes as it is adjustable. It was easy to attach. It holds my large 42-oz cup with no problem. I do have to remove my wallet from my phone to put in the phone compartment. I'll be ordering another for our leisure stroller!" — Jeanette Rojas
Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in 26 colors).
16. A stroller caddy in a variety of stylish colors — it has adjustable straps to ensure it'll fit basically any stroller you've got, and you can use it to store your keys, sunglasses, your own bev, and whatever other necessity you can think of when going to the park with your kiddo.
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Promising review:"Fits TWO STURDY 40oz Stanley cups! So pretty and elegant. It is smaller, but my daughter is a toddler, so I don't need wipes or diapers. With both cups it can still fit my phone, wallets, keys, sunglasses, etc. The Velcro strap goes down into the pouch, making support that doesn't slide down the stroller handles like other pouches. So great! Highly recommend." — Sydni
Get it from Amazon for $29.49+ (available in eight styles).
17. A portable MyBaby white noise sound machine you can attach directly to your baby's car seat or stroller in hopes they'll *fingers crossed* get an excellent nap in while their older sibling runs amok at the park. Maybe if you're REALLY lucky, they'll enjoy the soothing sounds on the way home and take a rest, too.
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Promising review:"Our newborn photographer had one at my son's newborn shoot, and it calmed him down, so we bought one and started using it. He's now 19 months, and we use it for every nap and every night at bedtime. There are several sounds on it, including a lullaby, a heartbeat, white noise, and, I believe, the ocean. We only use the lullaby on it because it works for my son. The great thing about it is that it has a setting where you can choose to have it on continuously (basically until you turn it off or the batteries die), or you can click a button to change it so that it goes off after 15 minutes, 30 minutes, or 45 minutes. So, if your LO only requires the sound to actually fall asleep, you don't have to try to sneak into their room to turn off the sound. And you also don't have to try to sneak into the room to turn it back on. I simply love this thing and can't say enough good things about it. I have recommended it to friends as well. And for the price, you can't beat it!" — NurseBS88
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
18. A Bentgo kids lunchbox with an excellent seal and separate compartments to ensure the orange you carefully peeled 1. won't mix with the pretzels *you* also packed and 2. won't leak out into your bag. It'll ensure your freshly packed playground snacks stay exactly that: fresh!
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My son has this lunchbox! It's SO efficient at sealing shut that, honestly, sometimes I have a hard time closing it. The compartments are big enough to fit several snacks and an apple sauce pouch (most of which he *does not* eat. That being said, it's sturdy and has held up to being toted around for nearly a year!
Promising review:"The perfect lunchbox! It has a compartment for everything my children need for lunch and fits perfectly in their lunch bags, leaving room for drinks and snacks. The durability of these is great. My son has been using his for four years and is still in perfect condition. It's easy to use, and my toddler can open and close it herself. Highly recommend it if you're looking for a kid-friendly lunchbox that holds up over time!" — Hillary Combest
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in 28 styles).
19. A pack of spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers so your kiddo can take their fave snack with them while venturing to different areas of the playground or enjoy a lil' nibble of something while en route to a playdate.
I swear by these! I rarely leave the house without one of these filled to the brim with Cheerios to stave off my tykes' endless need for snacks. My son can typically be found with one of these in hand while hanging out in his car seat. And now that my daughter is also a snack fiend (but doesn't yet understand how to reach into the cup and take a snack out) I fill one for her as well and toss it into my bag, knowing nothing will spill out of it while we're on-the-go.
Promising review:"After having my 18-month-old crush her graham crackers in the bag and then toss it all up in the air covering herself and everyone and everything in graham cracker powder (including the interior of my car), I had enough. These cups are a godsend! They are the perfect size for her hand and she can't just yank the top off. She likes the independence they grant her and my husband likes not having to strip her car seat and have the car detailed over cracker crumbs." — Shawny
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $5.96+ (available in three color combos and in two count sizes).
20. Or a snack spinner with five compartments for kids who like to diversify their palate when on the go, and by "diversify," I mean they want Goldfish, graham crackers, cereal, yogurt bites, *and* fruit all at once. Why is it so hard to satiate a toddler?!
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Promising review: "A friend told us about this and it saved us on our first flight with our 1-year-old. Not only is it great for holding a variety of snacks, it served as great entertainment also. He loved watching it spin and pressing the button, and opening and closing the door. It entertained him for a lot longer than any other toy we had. A must have for traveling with a toddler, we won't go on another trip without it." — Nicole A.
Get it from Amazon for $27.95+ (available in two sizes and seven colors).
21. Some reusable pouch tops that'll fit any you've purchased from the store — yes, even that VERY specific brand that's the only one your kiddo will seemingly CONSIDER eating. It has a no-spill control valve, so when your tyke eats one in the car, they won't be able to squeeze it with all their might and create an apple sauce volcano in your backseat.
ChooMee is a small business based in Northern California, owned by a mom, that specializes in innovative products that solve everyday feeding challenges.
Promising review:" A MUST-HAVE FOR TODDLERS. My son is a little over 1-year-old and I wish I got these sooner! He gets moments of extreme excitement when it squeezes the crap out of his pouches, and it gets EVERYWHERE. Since having these, I have had zero messes! I ended up buying four more because I wanted to keep one in every possible place I'd need one. It seems pretty darn secure if you do it following the directions. It fits Plum Organics, Earth's Best, and Happy Baby pouches for sure." — Amazon Customer
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99 (available in five color combos).
22. A food and juice box holder for any parent who has made the grave error of handing their toddler a pouch or juice box only to watch them squeeze the contents all over — this holder lets them feed themselves without the mess.
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Watch this mama's review of the flipping holder in this TikTok. Flipping Holder is a small business!
Promising review:" BEST THINGS EVER!! My little one is 10-months-old and a little Miss Independent. She HATES when I have to help feed her. She LOVES the applesauce pouches, but always squeezes them and makes the biggest mess ever! I thought these would be worth a shot. I was right!! Works awesome for her with juice boxes, too! AND she's happy because mommy doesn't have to help!! I would definitely buy them again, and I told EVERYONE with littles how much they need to buy these!" — Kaila
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in eight combos).
23. A Zak Designs BPA-free, leak-proof cup your kiddo will adore because of their fun designs and you'll love because they'll actually fit in a cup holder! They really and truly do not leak (phew) so when your toddler shakes it upside down (and they will) you won't have a fountain of water to mop up.
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I cannot even begin to tell you just how many toddler cups I've tried out for my son before settling on these. They really don't leak, he can't open/close it for fun like he does with flip-top cups, and he has no issue using the straw (I think because it's thicker than most!). I personally like that they come in a bunch of fun styles. My favorite feature, however, is that I can toss it into the dishwasher for easy cleaning!
Promising review:"They don't leak or volcano everywhere! It's taken so long and so many different straw cups, but we finally found ones that don't make a huge mess, even when our son is trying to make a mess!" — A. Smith
Get a set of two from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in 20 styles)
24. And a Java Sok to keep your drink chilled, perfect for any parent who is tired of drinking watered-down iced coffee because they got caught up in the morning chaos while trying to get their kids ready to head out for the day and didn't have a spare moment to sip on it.
Java Sok is a small business that sells an array of reusable neoprene cup holders designed to keep drinks colder and eliminate condensation.
Promising review:"Obsessed! Great stocking stuffers or a gift to yourself! Will be buying more. I'm someone who takes a while to drink their drinks (mom life) so it keeps my drinks from watering down! Love this product! Feels like a coooozy." — Thumbs up
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in a variety of prints and five sizes).
25. Plus a Brumate Era 40-ounce water bottle featuring a *genius* design with a metal straw inside but a silicone straw on top for drinking comfort that seamlessly locks in place so you'll never find yourself drenched after tipping it a bit too far. It'll also keep your drinks cold for 24 hours, so even if it takes you ALL day to hit your water quota, it'll still be as refreshing as when you first poured it.
I recently tried one of these bottles for the first time and I am SOLD. I adore my Stanley cup, but it's not the *best* option for the gym (unless you're planning to do some bicep curls with it). The locking lid really does work! I can twist it, toss it into a tote bag, and move on with my life, knowing it won't spill. I fill it with ice before bed, and when I head out to the gym in the morning, it's still cold!
This bottle is also BuzzFeed editor Maitland Quitmeyer' s go-to, "It claims to keep ice for over 24 hours! The tapered base is also cupholder friendly, and the whole darn thing is dishwasher safe, too! Let me tell you, this is my new favorite water bottle. I can lock the lid with a quick twist, and throw it sideways in any tote and not even think *twice* about it leaking at all!"
Promising review: "I am so obsessed with this thing. I get an arm workout from how heavy it is. I drink way more water when I use it, and the leakproof straw is the real deal. I left it in a hot car for 6 hours, and the water was still cold. I bought them for my whole family; they are the only water bottles we use now." — Pen Name
Get it from Amazon for $38+ (available in 18 colors).
26. A trio of Touchland hand sanitizer that'll make banishing germs seem trendy! Everyone on the playground is gonna want a spritz once they see you pulling this handy-dandy sanitizer out of your bag.
I have so many of these hand sanitizers and am such a big fan. They all smell divine, leave my hands feeling nourished (and clean!) and don't dry out my hands the way other more liquid-y sanitizers do. They're a must-have for my car, my diaper bag, and my purse.
Promising review:"Smells great, adorable packaging, and great for home, work, or on the go! I'm an elementary school teacher, so I use mine on the regular for all the little coughs and sneezes!" — Sarah
Get a set of three from Amazon for $30 (available in a variety of scents and packs).
27. A pack of Tide To Go pens, because even if you already own one you'd absolutely benefit from stocking up and keeping one in every bag you own — no more worrying about ruining your favorite pants when your toddler squeezes their juice box so aggressively it squirts out all over you (sigh).
Promising review:"I used this on my daughter's doll that couldn't be put in the washer due to having a voice box. She's had this doll for a while, it's had juice applied on it, the dog has stolen it a few times, plus the material just attracts dirt and fuzz balls. Holy crap what a difference! Saved me from having to go buy a new one." — Chery
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $6.49.
28. A portable car vacuum that'll help you battle the seemingly endless amount of dirt, sand, and cracker crumbs that have made themselves right at home in the hard-to-reach crevices of your toddler's car seat. Yuck.
Promising review:"I bought this product for my minivan and the messy little humans who ride in it. It does an EXCELLENT job cleaning up after them. This product can get in the little crevices and tiny places, and it comes with a brush that I used to be able to round up all the hair and random things that a normal vacuum would leave behind. It's easy to empty, easy to clean, and it does a great job." — Jillian Barr
Get it from Amazon for $34.99.
29. A Mockingbird Single-to-Double Stroller 2.0 for anyone who is currently in the baby/toddler trenches and starting to sweat thinking about trekking around the playground with both kiddos. Parenting several littles is not for the weak, but if you're in the same boat as me, you'll want a reliable double-stroller option!
I have this stroller at my parents' house and recently tested it out in single and double mode — it's, honestly, awesome. So many double strollers are bulky and cumbersome, but this one has an easy one-handed folding option, making it a cinch to stow away when we're not in town. I love that it can be easily changed back and forth between a single stroller and a double when my toddler isn't coming along for a walk. It's also super easy to clean, has a deep basket for storage (blankets, snacks, etc.), and had a very smooth ride throughout the bumpy streets of my parent's neighborhood. It comes in a bunch of colors, which is great when taking it somewhere like Walt Disney World (where it meets their guidelines!), so you won't lose your stroller in a sea of similar-looking ones.
Promising review:"Literally did so much research on a double stroller that was affordable and worked with my life! Couldn't have asked for a better stroller. Love that there are different positions for the seats and how much you can carry in the basket!" — Sarah O.
Get it from Mockingbird for $450 (available in five colors, two patterns, and two frames).
30. And a lightweight Veer All-Terrain Cruiser stroller/wagon with a ton of practical accessories and configurations that'll make it an integral part of all your outdoor excursions from now through the fall! Load it up and hit the playground like you would have the *~clurb~* back in the 2010s.
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Veer is a small business that sells awesome, parent-friendly wagons and other outdoor family products. This specific wagon (which also comes in a four-seater style) has so many incredible accessories you won't believe it. We're talking adaptable beach wheels, customizable colored siding, coolers, fans, and canopies (just to name a few).
Promising review:"We are so excited to have this Veer Cruiser XL for our little one. It is perfect for the outdoors, and we love its portability and ease of setting up and closing. It's also super easy to clean and will last a very long time." — Veer Customer
Get it from Amazon or Veer for $699.
31. A Tushbaby hip carrier you may have seen across your TikTok travels — it's a must-buy for your back if you've got a Stage 5 clinger for a toddler (siiiiigh) but don't want to let that stop you from getting outdoors. It *also* has a ton of pockets for storage so you won't have to lug around an additional bag to hold your phone, wallet, and keys.
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It's recommended for children between 8 and 45 pounds and can be used in four different holding positions — feeding/breastfeeding, side carrying, front facing, and face-to-face.
Tushbaby is a small business run by three California mamas and specializes in products that bring a little more ease to everyday parenting life.
Promising review: "My 1-year-old is super wiggly and so heavy. The TushBaby helps to solve that because I can't put her in a regular carrier for more than five minutes before she gets upset. Using this carrier, I can pick her up and put her down to explore and much as needed and it really helps alleviate all the weight off my back. I use it around the house as well as when we're out. Very convenient and quick to put on and adjust." — Nadia M
Get it from Amazon for $84.99.
32. Classic Crocs, because there are few things as adorable and terrifying as a kid running at full speed in a pair of clogs. OK, but in all seriousness, they are the most effortless shoes to get on your mini-me when they're itching to get outside STAT.
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Promising review:"Got my almost 2-year-old a size 8 ( he's a big kid), and they're just a tiny bit big, but he'll grow. As soon as we got them, he didn't want to take them off. Love that I was also able to get my husband a pair." — Emily
Get them from Amazon for $33.74+ (available in toddler sizes 4–10, little kid sizes 1–13, big kid sizes 4–6 and a ton of styles). Plus, check out Crocs for the whole fam!
33. New Balance Women's Fresh Foam Running Shoes, ultra supportive sneakers you'll pat yourself on the back for purchasing the second you slip them on for the first time. They come in *so* many styles and are fantastic whether you're actually planning to run in them or simply wear them to *run* around the playground with your kids.
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I've been wearing these sneakers for over a year (in the super cute Sea Salt/Gray Violet color) and adore them. I had worn my previous white sneakers into the ground and was absolutely due for a replacement. These have been SO supportive and comfortable right off the bat — there was zero break-in period. I've worn them to chase my toddler around outdoors, strolling through Target, and even to the circus. They're my go-to, and I definitely recommend them for anyone in search of some new sneaks'.
Promising review: " These are the most gloriously comfortable sneakers I've ever worn. I bought the wide, and they are the perfect width." — Amanda C
Get them from Amazon for $163.14+ (available in women's sizes 5–13, in wide sizes, and 14 styles).
34. A mini belt bag you can wear across your body like a lil' fashionista when you're chasing your toddler around the park and don't want to leave your phone/keys in the stroller unattended. Reviewers love that it's similar to the cult favorite Lululemon belt bag 😉.
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BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly (seen above, right) used this on a 5-day trip to Iceland (it was the only bag she packed!) and loves it:
" I wear a size L/XL in clothing and sometimes waist bags just don't work out so well for me. With this one, I can confirm that it fit around my waist comfortably without outerwear, across my chest without outerwear, *and* over a thick coat and several layers. The pockets inside are so handy and I even had room to spare throughout my Iceland trip. This was the only purse I brought for the whole trip and it performed its job flawlessly. Just make sure that you zip the zipper ALL the way because the zipper goes down pretty far on the sides for easier access to contents. Having my hands free was wildly convenient for a number of reasons, including crawling around inside of an ice cave and putting out my hands for some extra balance while walking on sheets of ice along cliffs. Oh, and it comes in so so SO many colors."
Get it from Amazon for $11.98 (available in 32 styles).
35. Bike shorts complete with pockets (!!!) because the warmer weather is just around the corner — my fellow parents and I will all be transitioning from scrambling after our toddlers in oversized sweatshirts/leggings to our elevated warm weather version of oversized tees/bike shorts.
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Promising review: "First time trying a pair of bike shorts and I am officially OBSESSED! The material these are made of is so soft. I'd say they are about medium compression. I did a workout in them and they didn't seem to roll or anything. So far, I am very happy with them!" — Bailee Dalton
Get them from Amazon for $15.99 (available in women's sizes S–2XL and 16 styles).
36. Or high-waisted leggings if bike shorts aren't your jam — you'll adore because they don't have any side seams, making them extra comfy so they'll be perfect when you're playing tag with your kids at the park.
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Promising review:"These leggings are absolutely awesome. They are very stretchy and comfortable. They don't slide down at all throughout the day. I love the high waist and smooth, soft material. I have now bought three of them and wear them all the time!" — Alice
Get them from Amazon for $29 (available in 16 colors, two inseams, and women's sizes 2XS–2XL).
37. A simple baseball cap with Mickey embroidered onto the front that'll shield your eyes from the sun as you try to keep tabs on exactly which slide your child is attempting to go down (I wish you luck).
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I've received this hat as a gift (I have it in light blue) and it's super cute! Fits great and has held up really well, as I typically wear it while running or walking around my neighborhood. Concept One is a small business!
Promising review:"I absolutely LOVE this hat! It's so comfortable and a really great fit!!! I wear it all the time...even though I'm not in Disney World anymore. Highly recommend!" — Anonymous
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in nine colors).
38. And a portable pack of soap sheets, because entering a public bathroom is grime-y enough without having to worry "will there be soap left in the dispenser???" These will melt away in your hands and ensure they'll be squeaky clean (very important after changing your kiddo's diaper or helping them wipe their adorable little butt).
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Promising review:"I'm thrilled to have purchased these! Amazing soap sheets. The scents are not overwhelming. I have sensitive skin and, does not irritate my skin. Hands feel soft, clean and smells great. My 6-year-old son loves these. With pretty much everything still closed down, due to COVID-19, we have been doing a lot more outdoor activities. It's nice to have soap handy when in middle of hiking or biking and, need to wash hands before eating lunch. I would strongly recommend these soap sheets." — Ann
Get three packs of 100 sheets each from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in lemon, orange, lavender, a variety pack of the three scents, or unscented).
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