25 Target Parenting Products Worth The Price Because They'll Stick Around For The Second Kid
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You'll be just as excited to use these things the next time around.
1. An apple slicer that makes 16 perfect, thin, snack-size slices every single time. Listen, kids demand a LOT of snacks, so you'll want this secret weapon in your tool belt.
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Promising review:"This slicer works great! I love how smooth it cuts regardless of the shape of the apple. I also love that it has the bottom part to finish, pushing it through at the end. Last, I purposely bought it for the smaller slices, and it did not disappoint. Highly recommend for moms and anyone else who loves apple slices for snacks and meals." — Toddler Mom
2. A Baby Bjorn bouncer so you can have a safe place to put your baby in those times when you just need a *minute.* As your little one gets bigger, they'll love bouncing and kicking, and it is seriously just the cutest. When you're done (for now!), fold it up for easy storage.
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Promising review:"Best bouncer, love how portable this bouncer is. There are adjustments to make the seat lower or higher. It also folds for easy storage! My baby loves this bouncer!" — Alexis
3. A toddler tower so your little one can safely reach the counter, and you can make those picture-perfect memories baking cookies together. We have used this for both our kids, and it has lasted us for years!
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Promising review:"We personally own two of these towers, one for each toddler. My daughter has been using hers for two years now, and it's been a game-changer. She is able to cook with me, learn how to make food from scratch and have fun in the kitchen. I choose Dadada Baby because we are very intentional about the products we use in our home and make sure they are nontoxic. I would recommend this toddler tower to any parent!" — Meaghan W
4. A Regalo baby gate with a pressure mount that's easy to install and easy for grown-ups to open. It's great at keeping kids away from stairs and other dangerous spots in your home. Ours was secure and stayed up until we closed the metaphorical gate on the baby and toddler years (sigh).
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5. A Hatch sound machine, which has a very loyal group of followers for a reason — it's a night-light and white noise machine that can eventually turn into a sleep trainer for toddlers. Anything that leads to healthy sleep habits is a parent's dream come true.
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Promising review:"Lives up to the good reviews! This sound machine has so many different options in terms of sounds and light colors. You can make your own presets on the app for your favorite settings for quick access. My baby loves it, but we also love it so much!! Before baby was here, we used it in our room to get used to it, and it is so relaxing and helped us sleep even better!" — Emthebrowser
6. A 4-in-1 convertible baby carrier for those moments when all you really need is an extra set of hands. (And honestly, this happens even more when you have two kids!) Strap your little to your chest or back, and you've got your own hands back!
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Promising review:"Great basic carrier! Super easy to use and adjust! Also very easy to store and take anywhere. The quality is great and comfy for my baby." — Ashley
7. A super durable and leakproof kids' bento box, which will actually help you organize your brain and figure out what you need to put in there. Pssst: If you want to include a sweet treat, M&Ms look pretty cute in the circle compartment.
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Promising review:"I purchased this for my 7-year-old daughter. She had been asking for it after seeing some friends at her school lunch use one. She loves it! She specifically likes that her food stays in its own compartment and doesn't touch. She is a very picky eater, so this is a way to get her to help me get creative and think of ideas for each section. She takes it five days a week to school and has been very happy. No leaks!! Easy to open on her own. Very easy to clean." — mommymo
8. A surprisingly sleek and durable spill-proof snack cup that is perfect for little hands...messy, clumsy, adorable little hands. The backseat of your car will thank you.
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Promising review:"Awesome snack cups. Prevents my toddler from grabbing a fistful of snacks and prevents messes." — Brienna
9. A Frida Mom keep-cool pregnancy pillow that is an absolute must-have for expecting parents. And if you always run hot while sleeping, you might want to keep this one on the bed even when you're not pregnant. It's so soothing!
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Promising review:"OMG!! This is my fourth pregnancy and I almost didn't get another pregnancy pillow because I haven't loved any previous ones. A friend recommended this one, and GAME-CHANGER!! It's not super bulky, contours to your body easily, and is actually cooling (like the flip side of the pillow)! I love it — worth every penny for your baby bump!!" — Brittany C
10. A two-pack of faucet extenders because hand washing is so important during cold season, and your back isn't meant to hoist several children closer to a sink over and over again.
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11. A waterproof mattress cover you'll appreciate whenever you're getting up in the middle of the night to discover a diaper blowout. With this durable cover keeping everything clean, you might even be able to reuse the crib mattress, too!
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12. A space-saving vertical bottle rack, because you will 100% lose all your living room space to the kids, but you don't have to lose your kitchen counter, too! Also, file this under things you can keep using long after you put away the bottles (sippy cups, sports water bottles...wineglasses).
Promising review:"I originally started with using the grass drying rack but had to wash it every day because the water would pool in the tray, and it wasn't very sanitary. This rack has been a lifesaver! I wish I would have started with it. It stands perfectly by itself and holds a good bit! My only complaint is that the top pegs are a little too close to the basket for my Avent bottles to fit very well. Overall, I would highly recommend!" — Reviewer
Price: $25.99
13. A stroller organizer for your stroller that's basically an extension of your home (it's going to have to hold a LOT of stuff). Bonus: This caddy has two insulated beverage holders — one for your caffeine (or grown-up juice) and the other for your baby's bottle.
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Promising review:"I love this item. I was scared it wasn't going to fit my stroller, but it fit perfectly!! My stroller doesn't have anywhere to put my phone or a water bottle, and this is perfect!!!" — Ana
Price: $25.99
14. A no-touch thermometer for those times you need to take your sleeping child's temperature during a nap or at night without waking them up...because you worked SO HARD to get them to sleep, and if you wake them up, there's a solid chance you might both cry.
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15. An "OK to Wake" clock — it uses a green light system to let your kids know if it's time to get out of bed. (Or not!) Maybe you will actually get an extra hour of sleep in the mornings... which is honestly more valuable than gold on those super busy days.
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Promising review:"A great first alarm clock for kiddos...they were excited to use it and learned pretty quickly. This saves me some time in the morning by getting them up for me." — Olivia
16. An all-in-one kneeler and elbow saver, which TBH, is PURE GENIUS. Bath time can be so fun for L.O.s (once you manage to get them in the tub, of course), but it can be a literal pain for grown-ups. Now you just need a splash guard.
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Promising review:"This product definitely is convenient while you bend down to bathe baby. My knees have appreciated this product." — Sib
Price: $28.99
17. A travel stroller that folds up so small it can fit in the overhead compartment on a plane. A stroller might as well be a second car — it holds and hauls all of your most important stuff, and we're not just talking about your kiddo.
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Promising review:"The Munchkin Sparrow Stroller is a true gem! Its lightweight design and remarkable compactness make it a breeze to handle. I love how it effortlessly fits into the back compartment of my Honda Pilot, adding convenience to my daily outings. Highly recommended for its practicality and ease of use." — Vadamama
18. An Eddie Bauer backpack diaper bag because backpack > shoulder bag, especially when it comes to staying balanced while holding a baby on your hip. This backpack can hold everything you need — changing supplies, toys, snacks, spare clothes for baby, a spare shirt for YOU. (This is the voice of experience. Trust.)
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20. A freestanding playpen, which will be your actual favorite item in your home if you have extremely curious and on-the-move babies or toddlers (or both). Real talk: You can finally go to the bathroom in peace.
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Promising review:"My daughter is on the move, and our house isn't fully baby-proofed yet. This gate is helpful to keep her in her play area!" — biagionik22
Price: $69.99
21. A rolling cart that can be anything you need it to be! It's a diaper station, a pumping/feeding station, a clothes sorter, etc. This parenting thing? Oh yeah, you're on a roll now.
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Promising review:"For the price, this cart is fantastic. I purchased and used this cart for breastfeeding/pumping. It's easy to organize my stuff because small baskets fit easily on the shelves. I love that it's open so I can see everything. The wheels I'd give a 4/5, as they have some trouble getting from hard floor to carpet. I usually just pick the cart up to go on carpet. This is perfect for moving short distances, like at home or in a classroom." — Liz
Price: $40 (available in three colors)
22. A Graco Pack 'n Play that's a true classic for a reason — it's a safe and sturdy place for the baby to sleep or play, and it's so easy to transport that you can use it at home or on the road. This is your BFF in those moments when you desperately just need to go to the bathroom and have 30 seconds to yourself. Also, they last FOREVER.
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Promising review:"I wanted a simple playpen to use in our living room during the day. It's small and compact without having all those extras that you don't really need. Design is cute too." — Pinkywinky
Price: $59.99 (available in four patterns/colors)
23. A Nanit Pro smart baby monitor designed to give every new parent the data they need to know about the most precious thing: sleep. Not only will you get insights and tips about your sweetie's slumber, but you can also monitor your baby's breathing. Psst: You can use your FSA or HSA for this one.
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Promising review:"Highly recommend this camera!! So many details about when baby wakes, falls asleep, how many times you tended to baby. Love all the data!" — Mollym
Price: $249.99 (originally $299.99)
24. A four-pack of Re-Play divided plates to make feeding your littles even easier. This is the brand my family has used for more than five years, so I can personally speak to their durability and let me tell you...they're the real deal.
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Promising review:"Just bought another set! I love these plates. I already owned probably about 10 of these and just bought the earthy colored set. These are the best! The ones I've had for YEARS still look new/great! They are not just toddler plates. Even my 6-year-old uses them, and they're still big enough for him. Kids of any age can use these. I can't brag about these plates enough. They are hands down the best." — amberlar96
Price: $9.99
25. A NoseFrida nasal aspirator, which honestly makes you want to vomit when you think about it, but when your little snuggle bug has a stuffy nose and can't sleep, you will do ANYTHING. And this thing? Yeah, it gets the job done. Before you get grossed out thinking about reusing it, just know it comes with replacement filters!
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Promising review:"This sounds gross, right? I had such a 🤮 reaction to this. Then my daughter got severe congestion, and nothing would help. As a last resort, we caved in. And it was a glorious relief. So much came out, and this became our savior. This is an item we always give to expecting parents now." — Dani
Price: $14.99
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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