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7 days ago
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21 Must-Have Parenting Products Worth Every Penny
A Maxi Cosi Kiskadee high chair so freaking fancy, all your friends will be like, "Woah, where'd you get such a pretty high chair?" It has a 360-degree rotation, so you can swivel your little bundle of joy in any direction needed. A playpen, you will be thanking your lucky stars you had the foresight to buy when your little one starts rolling. And this way, you won't have to live in fear about baby-proofing literally every corner of your home when your baby starts crawling — you can just plop them down here! And while you're at it, scoop up a mat so your baby can be as comfy as possible. And a travel crib and play yard so your baby can relax, no matter where you visit. Don't spend the entire time at your friend's home watching your crawling/rolling baby in fear of them going somewhere they're not supposed to, touching things they shouldn't, or putting something in their mouth. This playpen is easy to fold, easy to carry, and easy to pop open. A Woddle smart changing pad because anything that helps make those middle-of-the-night changes easier is a blessing straight from a wishing star. This baby does it all: tracks their weight (!!!), has a night-light with customizable colors, a warmer to keep them toasty, a noise machine to lull them to sleep, it records their diapers and feedings, AND has an app that can control it all! Woah, it's almost too useful. A Baby Breeza all-in-one food maker and steamer to save you literally hours of your time and hundreds of dollars over the course of your baby's feeding journey. Just chop up some fruits or veggies, toss 'em in here, and with the click of ONE button, this machine will steam, blend, and puree your little one's food to the proper consistency. It even comes with a recipe book that'll let you know which veggies you should prepare at each month's milestone. A Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced that automatically mixes, heats up, and dispenses baby formula so you're not stumbling through the kitchen in the middle of the night trying to remember if it was 2 or 3 ounces of water per scoop of formula. A Munchkin bottle warmer so you don't have to play the guessing game of trying to figure out, "How hot is too hot?" It is compatible with most bottle brands, so this will not only get their milk/formula to the ideal temperature but is also perfect for warming up some baby food once your little one starts eating solids. A Baby Buddha sterilizer to stop you from having to juggle a tea kettle full of boiling water. This will save PLENTY of time as it sterilizes AND dries your bottles or breast pump parts — meaning you no longer have to wait for the water to boil, sit around at least 10 minutes, and then take them out to air dry (which takes foreverrr). In just 30 minutes, you can have perfectly clean pump parts and bottles all ready for your little one's next feeding. A folding indoor playset with a slide (that you can convert into a climber), and a baby swing (you can convert into an infant one)! This playset is so much fun, and will have your kids running around and burning all that energy without having to actually trek outside to a playground. Plus, when the guests are due to arrive, you can simply fold this up and put it away. And a Little Big Playroom ball pit because your kiddo deserves to feel like they basically live at Chuck E. Cheese every day of their life. This comes with 200 colorful, uncrushable balls and a soft-sided "pool." It's super lightweight, which makes it easy to move around, but it is sturdy, so you don't have to worry about any of your bigger kids crushing it as they happily thrash around in it. AND it's lowkey aesthetic?? L.O.V.E. An Ingenuity swing that is sure to be your saving grace, as it gives some semblance of peace to all you tired parents who desperately want some time to themselves. It has five speeds, two reclining positions, and soothing melodies with a light show! A Fisher-Price kick-and-play piano to entertain your baby for months and make tummy time a lot more bearable. They'll love all the bright colors as they have fun kicking the little piano and playing with all the dangling toys — giving you plenty of time to finish up that meal you've been cooking without worrying about your baby needing your immediate attention. A baby monitor and camera so you can keep an eye on your little one snoozing away while you and your partner enjoy date night (until their cries ultimately interrupt a few hours in). With night vision, two-way talk, and 355-degree camera movement, this is the perfect camera to be able to monitor everything that goes on in your nursery. Or an Owlet Dream Sock Duo because you deserve to have peace of mind while you fall asleep — without waking up every other hour to check and make sure your baby is still safe and breathing. This comes with four socks you can charge and use throughout the night to track and monitor your baby's sleep patterns, oxygen levels, and heartbeat through the Owlet app. It also comes with a camera so you can monitor your baby soundly asleep in their crib. The all-too-famous Diaper Genie to protect your nostrils from the whiff of your kiddo's diaper during changing time. Just toss the dirty diaper into the pail, and you'll be amazed at how quickly the odor gets under control, so your whole house doesn't smell like the product of your little one's blowout. An Ayla & Co diaper bag that can hold everything you need for your baby in absolute style! This makes an amazing addition to your registry since not only is it practical, it's incredibly fashionable, so you won't feel like your diaper bag is clashing with your perfect outfit. Or a tote diaper bag, basically no one will think is secretly stuffed with diapers, burp clothes, onesies, and bottles. It's cute, has many compartments so you can keep your baby's things organized, and even has a removable pouch. Plus, it has two insulated pockets for bottles, a detachable pacifier holder, a cushioned changing pad, *and* a padded shoulder strap. A Momcozy wearable breast pump to free up your hands while you get your kiddo's next meal ready. Now you can finally cook dinner, clean up, rock your baby to sleep, or even lounge around to watch TV without worrying about holding up a manual pump. A famous, luxurious Cybex Priam stroller that's basically the Rolls-Royce of strollers. It's spacious, it's super comfy, it's freaking gorgeous, it fully reclines, *and* you can face it backwards or forwards. Get ready to get stopped by parents everywhere just so they can ask, "Where did you get such a pretty stroller?" And a Cybex Coya travel stroller so your stroller doesn't get damaged or — heavens forbid — lost when tossed around in your airport's baggage claim. This is the perfect travel stroller to have once your little one is able to hold themselves up since it can easily be compacted, has a built-in carrying handle, can fit in a plane's overhead compartment, AND is customizable. Luxury meets convenience. A Nex Playground — you don't have to actually exit the home to make sure your kids are burning all the energy they need to. This console (which is fully controlled by motion play rather than a remote) is toddler-friendly and comes with five super fun starter games, with more than 20+ games in the library available if you get their Play Pass. The Nex is great at tracking, no matter how tiny the player is, and has so many fun AND educational games!
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13-04-2025
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Hey Future Parents: Here Are 19 Home Products You Should Get If You Have A Newborn Coming Soon
1. A Baby Buddha sterilizer to stop you from having to juggle a tea kettle full of boiling water. This will save PLENTY of time as it sterilizes AND dries your bottles or breast pump parts — meaning you no longer have to wait for the water to boil, sit around at least 10 minutes, and then take them out to air dry (which takes foreverrr). In just 30 minutes, you can have perfectly clean pump parts and bottles all ready for your little one's next feeding. BabyBuddha Sooo I literally love this thing. Like any new parent, I was having a ton of difficulty with washing, sterilizing, and drying my breast pump parts in between feedings (and juggling all of that with a newborn and learning how to be a mom). This appliance saved me. I could focus on actually being with my child and quickly just toss all my bottles into the machine and start a cycle for them to be safely sterilized and dried — and knowing that it'll take exactly 30 minutes allowed me to be able to go around and do my chores without hovering in the kitchen waiting for my pumps to dry. Promising review: "This is the easiest thing to use, and I WISH I would have had this when my son was tiny after our NICU stay. After handwashing our pump parts and bottle parts, I will put them in our sterilizer to dry and then sterilize them immediately after. The storage function is one of my favorites — that allows our bottle-feeding supplies to stay safe overnight. This is the easiest thing to use until we need them for prep the next day!!! Seriously such a game changer for pumping and bottle feeding families!" — Bethany M. Get it from BabyBuddha for $199.99 (originally $259.99). 2. A Maxi Cosi Kiskadee high chair so freaking fancy, all your friends will be like, "Woah, where'd you get such a pretty high chair?" It has a 360-degree rotation, so you can swivel your little bundle of joy in any direction needed. As your little one grows and develops, easily transition through the modes: High Chair with Infant Recline, Upright with Tray, Upright without Tray, Infant Booster Seat, Toddler Booster Seat (no tray), Child Stool, and Two Kids at Once (Child Stool and Booster Seat). I absolutely adoreee this high chair. I've tried two others during my daughter's first month of eating solids, but this one was by far the best one I've tried. It's super comfy for her, incredibly secure, and the 360-degree swivel makes it easy for me to face her in whatever direction or tilt I need. I have gotten endless compliments about this chair over the last few months, literally every time someone comes over I watch as they fall in love with it. Not only is it gorgeous, but the material is super easy to clean (which you NEED when you're starting to feed solids). Overall, I highly recommend!! Get it from Nordstrom or Maxi-Cosi for $399 (available in two colors). 3. A Baby Breeza all-in-one food maker and steamer to save you literally hours of your time and hundreds of dollars over the course of your baby's feeding journey. Just chop up some fruits or veggies, toss 'em in here, and with the click of ONE button, this lil' machine with steam, blend, and puree your little one's food to the proper consistency. It even comes with a recipe book that'll let you know which veggies you should prepare at each month's milestone. Amazon It comes with three reusable food pouches (perfect for taking a meal on the go) and a recipe book. Say hello to my lil' lifesaver. So my daughter is just about coming up on that "first food" milestone, and I was stressing about how to make some healthy purees for her since I didn't want to rely on any store-bought mixtures (those prices will quickly add up). I very, very quickly realized that making baby food took a lot more time than I was willing to give: steaming the veggies on the stove, draining the water, blending the food and praying that I'm getting the consistency right, and then washing what ends up being a Mount Everest-sized pile of dishes. But then I got this handy-dandy machine, and thus my food-prep routine was forever changed. All I have to do is chop up the ingredients, and with the single press of a button it'll steam and blend it to the perfect consistency. This machine can whip up four servings, so I only use this (thus only having to wash and clean it) once every three to four days. I LOVE this! Promising review: "Love this machine! I made homemade baby food for my first baby using the stovetop and a blender, and this just makes everything so much easier and WAY fewer dishes. It cleans up easily in the dishwasher and steams the food well before blending automatically. I have twin infants and a toddler, so the more hands-off I can be with food prep, the better. All I have to do is prep the food, fill the container, fill the water reservoir, and turn it on. Definitely was worth the cost." — Jacquie Get it from Amazon for $129.99. 4. A L'or Barista System Coffee and Espresso Machine that makes coffee and espressos so tasty that even the snobbiest of coffee aficionados would adore the brew. When those late nights start creeping up on you, and the lack of sleep starts affecting your daily routine, you're gonna be so grateful you have this machine to whip you up a quick (and tasty) pick me up. Make sure you scoop up some capsules when you're at it! Promising review:"We purchased this for our Leisure Van given its compact size, but WOW, the coffee is absolutely great! We, too, have a rather large Jura espresso machine in our home, but this L'OR machine makes a great coffee, much superior to the Jura. We have had four Jura's over time, but when this one goes, the L'OR will be our go-to. Easy to use and takes up little space. A bit pricey, yes, but a solid machine that has held up over time. You will not regret this purchase and will indeed celebrate the coffee. I give this a solid 10 on the Rob Scale." — Marius Get it from Amazon for $188+ (available in five colors, and with or without a milk frother). 5. The all-too-famous Diaper Genie to protect your nostrils from the whiff of your kiddo's diaper during changing time. Just toss the dirty diaper into the pail, and you'll be amazed at how quickly the odor gets under control, so your whole house doesn't smell like the product of your little one's blowout. Just step on the foot pedal, drop the diaper, and lock it in for that odor to disappear! It has double air-tight clamps to prevent the smell from escaping, so you don't have to worry about airing out your cute little nursery every time baby needs a diaper change. It comes with a refill that can hold up to 270 diapers, and more refills can be bought on Amazon! Promising review: "Thank goodness for the diaper genie and keeping the diaper smells contained. With two under 3, we use a lot of diapers every day; my house doesn't need to smell like it. It's tall and thin, so it fits in the corners and out of the way. The gift that keeps on giving." — Maggie Thompson Get it from Amazon for $53.23 (available in two colors). 6. A Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced that automatically mixes, heats up, and dispenses baby formula so that you're not stumbling through the kitchen in the middle of the night trying to remember if it was 2 or 3 ounces of water per scoop of formula. BuzzFeed Shopping writer Heather Braga says:"The number one item I simply could not live without is the Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced. Literally, I would happily spend my last penny on this product because it has made that much of a difference in my life. It's essentially a Keurig for baby bottles. It has the capability of mixing formula with the proper amount of water and dispensing it at the *perfect* temperature for the baby. It has a button on it so I can easily choose how many ounces I want for my son's bottle, depending on how recently he's eaten sometimes we needed only need 2 ounces instead of 4 ounces, etc. The bottle settings stayed in place, so when my baby was screaming (he used to get very hungry!) I just had to place a bottle under the dispenser and hit the 'start' button. It was so easy I was literally able to do it with one hand while holding him. The spout has to be cleaned every four bottles, which I used to do with hot water and a paper towel, and the water needed to be refilled once a day (like a Keurig). Other than that, all I had to do was ensure the formula container was filled. My husband set it up like a baby bar cart in the nursery so we didn't have to stumble down our stairs to the kitchen while bleary-eyed and half asleep in the middle of the night. It really is a godsend, and I don't know what I would have done without it!" Get it from Amazon for $192.99. 7. A playpen you will be thanking your lucky stars you had the foresight to buy when your little one starts rolling. And this way, you won't have to live in fear about baby-proofing literally every corner of your home when your baby starts crawling — you can just plop them down here! And while you're at it, scoop up a mat so your baby can be as comfy as possible. This playpen has probably become my most used product since my daughter started rolling. She used to spend most of her day on a play mat prior to this on tummy time, but once she started getting more mobile, this was no longer an option, considering how much I feared her rolling onto the tile or slamming onto the furniture. This playpen changed the game. It's super easy to assemble and has a little side door with a zipper so that when your little one starts crawling, they can easily go in and out as they please. I absolutely love this playpen and the comfy mat I purchased for it. I just toss in some toys for my daughter, and she happily spends hours rolling, crawling, and playing. Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in six sizes, two colors, and with or without a mat). 8. A bottle-drying rack that won't take up all of your much-needed kitchen counter space. With 13 pegs outlining the centerpiece, you can dry all of your bottles, nipples, pacifiers, and breast pump parts while keeping them all organized and on hand. Promising review: "This is the best drying rack!! It's easy to clean, and I am a huge fan of the removable basket at the top, which is great for the small intricate parts of the anti-colic bottles we have. This is a must for new parents!! Also, it would be a great baby shower gift!!" — Courtney Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in taupe and a bundle with a drying mat and bottle brush). 9. And a Munchkin bottle warmer so you don't have to play the guessing game of trying to figure out, "How hot is too hot?" It is compatible with most bottle brands, so this will not only get their milk/formula to the ideal temperature but is also perfect for warming up some baby food once your little one starts eating solids. Amazon I've used and tried probably five different bottle-warming brands in my journey to find the perfect one — and this brand has won by far. This perfect device warms, sterilizes, and thaws! My favorite part is that it has custom settings for precise heating, so your milk/formula will always be the perfect temp. PLUS, it keeps your bottle warm after it heats up, so the milk doesn't overheat if you're like me and get distracted in the middle of getting your lil' ones milk ready. Get it from Amazon for $44.99. 10. A Woddle smart changing pad because anything that helps make those middle-of-the-night changes easier is a blessing straight from a wishing star. This baby does it all: tracks their weight (!!!), has a night-light with customizable colors, a warmer to keep them toasty, a noise machine to lull them to sleep, records their diapers and feedings, AND has an app that can control it all! Woah, it's almost too useful. Samar Hadri / BuzzFeed I LOVE my Woddle changing pad. My daughter is one that requires at least one middle-of-the-night change, and this baby makes it so much easier. The night-light built within it is perfect but not harsh or jarring, so I can keep the lights shut off in the room while still being able to see what I'm doing. The warmer keeps her all nice and toasty (perfect for those cooler nights) while I undress and change her. The scale is super useful so I can keep track of her growth between doctor visits, and honestly, it's also perfect for letting me know when to size her diapers up. The noise machine keeps her comfy so that my clumsy self doesn't wake her up when I inevitably drop a tub of Aquaphor. It's literally perfect. ❤️ Get it from Woddle Baby for $299. 11. An Ingenuity swing that is sure to be your saving grace as it gives some semblance of peace to all you tired parents who desperately want some time to themselves. It has five speeds, two reclining positions, and soothing melodies with a light show! Amazon My daughter absolutely adoressss this swing! I've tried other brands that move side to side, but my daughter prefers the back-and-forth swinging of this device. I place her in the swing, and it keeps her incredibly entertained — until it eventually rocks her to sleep. Absolutely an amazing purchase! Promising review: "I'm not one to write reviews, but I had to for this thing to hopefully save some other burnt-out parents. This thing works WONDERS. I have an extremely picky baby who wants to constantly be held and take contact naps (but hates baby carriers). Trying to get anything done during the day was exhausting and impossible. We had borrowed a smaller Graco swing from a friend, but the only way she liked it was to FLY back and forth, and I didn't love that. I wanted to try a swing that goes side-to-side, and I liked the added benefit of the mobile with this one. My only issue with it is that it's HUGE and takes up a large amount of our living room, but I get that it has to in order for the base to be sturdy enough to move side to side and rotate 360. Honestly, a complete game changer and totally worth the investment. She loves it, regularly falls asleep, and I get some of my sanity back. Definitely recommend!!" — Jocelyn Allen Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in five styles). 12. A Fisher-Price kick-and-play piano to entertain your baby for months and make tummy time a lot more bearable. They'll love all the bright colors as they have fun kicking the little piano and playing with all the dangling toys — giving you plenty of time to finish up that meal you've been cooking without worrying about your baby needing your immediate attention. Check it out on TikTok! Reviewers even say that the attached mat can easily be tossed into the washing machine and the dryer, which is pretty essential for your kiddos as they tend to spit up on everything. My daughter LOVES this thing, she's been using it since she was six weeks old and is still absolutely fascinated with the little ball she keeps hitting. It's amazing how long she'll spend playing around on the mat and kicking that little piano — giving me time to cook dinner, wash dishes, or simply scroll on my phone in peace. Promising review: "I was so skeptical because really, who needs another noisy light-up toy in their home? But the pretty, not obnoxiously colored play mat we used for my son just wasn't holding my daughter's attention, and she screamed for me to hold her constantly. I figured I could buy this and return if she didn't care for it, but ultimately, she loves it! My toddler loves it too! He turns it on and dances to the songs. It does play the same few songs on a loop, including the ever-popular purple monkey in a bubble gum tree song, which can get pretty old pretty quick, but with both kids loving it, I can tolerate it. If you bought that beautiful play gym that matches your home decor and your kid just doesn't care about it, try this. It may give you some much-needed time for the baby to hang out somewhere other than your arms. Assembly is so easy, and your baby will be playing in no time." — Monika Lobbell Get it from Amazon for $56.49+ (available in three colors). 13. A cacti-inspired bottle brush cleaning set designed to scrub all the yucky residue from your baby bottles while being a cute and aesthetic piece you'd happily display on your kitchen counter. This set includes a bottle brush, straw brush, nipple brush, and a detail brush. So I used a few bottle brush brands, but this one was by far my favorite. It has different-sized brushes, so every single piece from my different bottles and breast pumps can be properly cleaned. Plus, it looks so cute displayed on my kitchen counter, so I no longer need to hide my brush under the sink. Promising review:"I usually don't write reviews. But I love, love this. I think it's so cute. Instead of those normal bottle cleaners that are bright, ugly colors. The container that it comes in works and does collect the water. Would definitely recommend it, especially as an all-in-one bottle cleaner that looks cute and has a container for the water." — Hinojosas Get it from Amazon for $13.49. 14. If your little one is being breastfed, a milk bag organizer perfect for keeping all of your little baggies neat and orderly in your freezer without taking up too much space. This organizer fits most standard-size baggies and is incredibly useful when you're scrambling to find bags of milk behind the frozen slabs of meat you have haphazardly stacked. Promising review: "Keeps your milk cold and flat! This was slim and didn't take up too much room. Helped immensely in neatly storing my milk." — Alyssa Lane Get it from Amazon for $19.99. 15. A diaper caddy you will probably lug around from room to room in your house, as it holds all of your baby-changing essentials. With three sections and several pockets, everything you need to keep your baby fresh and clean will be easily on hand, no matter where in the house you decide to rest. Promising review: "I love this diaper caddy! It has a ton of compartments and holds everything I need for the baby to carry from room to room. If you're on the fence, definitely buy it. You won't regret it!" — Amanda M Balla 16. A set of pads for your elbows and knees for parents on bath duty who don't feel like kneeling painfully on those ever-cold bathroom tiles. It also comes with four pockets, so your important bath scrubs are immediately on hand! Promising review: "Very happy with this purchase! The kneeler is quite thick, and I had no issues with pain at all! Was able to bathe three kiddos back to back!!! The elbow rest was also very thick and the extra pockets are a plus to hold toys! Each side comes with suction cups to hold it in place. When it got wet, it dried quickly." — Miranda Shepard Get it from Amazon for $41.99. 17. A pack of 50 velvet baby clothes hangers that will keep all of your teeny tiny delicate clothes on the hook and organized, from sizes preemie to toddler. Promising review:"Bought these to hang up baby clothes in my daughter's nursery. They are a perfect size for little clothes, and the velvet helps make sure that the clothes stay on the hanger and don't fall off. They seem to be sturdily made and I think will last us for years. Very happy with this purchase!" — Amazon Customer Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $22.99 (available in 10 colors). 18. A baby monitor and camera so you can keep an eye on your little one snoozing away while you and your partner enjoy date night (until their cries ultimately interrupt a few hours in). With night vision, two-way talk, and 355-degree camera movement, this is the perfect camera to be able to monitor everything that goes on in your nursery. I personally have a monitor with two cameras so that I have the ability to watch my baby both upstairs and downstairs. Promising review: "Absolutely love this baby monitor! Living out in the boonies, our internet always goes in and out, and I love not having to worry about it during important times. I love that I can move the camera if I need a better angle without having to physically move it around myself. Very simple setup and easy to use for even the people who aren't tech-savvy. Battery lasts all night and through the morning. Speaker works great. The clarity on the screen is great, even in night mode. Overall one of the best purchases I've made since for my baby and I. I will be gifting these as well as recommending in the future." — Samantha Barcena Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available from one to four cameras). 19. Finally, a Grownsy baby gate — although you won't need it right away, your baby will be moving around the house before you know it, so you might as well be prepared and grab one now. You can mount this onto your wall to keep it super secure, and the latch can be opened (if you're an adult) and easily maneuvered. Your baby will be growing more and more curious by the day, and you wanna make sure that they stay far, far, farrrr away from the staircase. Promising review: "My child has mastered most baby gates, but this one she still hasn't figured out, or her hands are just too small to work it. It works great for wide stairways and has a good height to keep growing toddlers from trying to climb. It is tough, stays in place, and is easy to open one-handed. Very safe and secure!" — Felicitas Gutierrez Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in three colors).
Buzz Feed
09-03-2025
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28 Parenting Products From Amazon Our Readers Are Loving So Far In 2025
We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page. From baby essentials to big kid toys, check out some of our most popular products so far in 2025. 1. An attachable phone AND cup holder because having both your emotional support drink and your phone in one place is prime convenience. This cupholder works with most strollers and even on wheelchairs to allow for optimal sipping and storage. 2. A super convenient grape cutter to help you chop those delicious choking hazards down in record time. Because who has time to painstakingly cut grapes while hangry chaos erupts all around you? Grapes, tomatoes, and other small fruits and veggies are choking hazards until AGE 4. FOUR. I was shocked when I learned that. Since you're going to be cutting grapes and tomatoes for a long time, you might as well make it easier on yourself. Promising review:"I was against buying this. Thought it was another stupid kitchen gadget that I would buy and use twice. I was wrong. I will admit it. This is the hero my family didn't deserve. Hardest worker in our house. Fastest way to dice up grapes for your little ones to eat. No more grapes flying across the counter." — John Wilson 3. A bottle sanitizer that'll save you from painstakingly washing all of your bottles and pump parts in perpetuity. While it's an investment up front, a few days of not washing the 8,000~ parts each bottle comes with these days will have you thanking your stars for getting this. Promising review:"Pretty pricey, but if you can swing it, totally worth it. As an exclusive pumper, this bottle washer has saved my hands from drying out and hours of manually washing bottle parts. I would not have made it this far exclusively pumping if I were still manually washing everything. It fits pump parts (Baby Buddha), plus two bottles, caps, and nipples (Phillips Avent). It can fit three bottles, but the cover will be a little off-kilter. After about five months of use, it's still kickin'. No leaking. Washing tablets are a little pricey and sometimes out of stock, but a drop of dishwashing gel (gel, not liquid!) will do in a pinch. Highly recommend. A must-have on your baby registry." — Jules 4. A portable white noise machine with a carrying case for when you're on the go, but your LO still needs a nap. Throw this in the diaper bag and rest easy that your kiddo will be, you know, resting easy. Promising review:"We needed to replace our old portable sound machine and we are so happy with this! Super tiny, but the sound packs a punch. The volume range is great, and so many sounds to choose from. Easy to use. USB chasing wire included. It'll be a great addition traveling with little ones on adult trips." — Matt 5. A glider that'll allow you to comfortably rock your little one without the eyesore of a traditional nursing glider. And once your rocking days are through (😭), you have a piece of furniture that looks good anywhere and will still remind you of those little newborn snuggles you miss. Promising review:"We got this for our daughter's nursery. The color is beautiful, and it wipes off so easily. It's a very comfortable and supportive recliner for both myself and my husband. I love that the leg pops out so you can get comfy and recline with your little one. It has a very smooth rocking glide and has been an absolute lifesaver!" — Amazon Customer 6. A leave-in conditioning spray and restorer for curly hair so those oh-so-cute curls stay curled, but the bedhead stays mild. This spray is also delightfully paraben, phthalate, gluten, wheat, and nut-free for those worried about chemicals or certain food allergies. Reviewers say this spray works on a wide range of curls to detangle, soften, and hydrate. Promising review:"This is the BEST product EVER! I will never use another hair detangler ever again. We use this product daily in my house, my daughter, my son, and I. Both of us girls have long and thick curly hair, and it allows us to brush through our hair with no problems! And my son mostly uses it to style his hair before gel, and because it smells so good! We tried a few other products and nothing was good enough. This is now on my Subscribe & Save every month!" — Tamira McLelland Price: $7.99 7. A touchless thermometer for getting a temperature read quickly. I have struggled with dragging a thermometer across a forehead and getting an error message, or trying to get a wiggly kid to sit still for an oral reading. Give me this thermometer over literally any other method. It even has a silent mode so you can ease your middle-of-the-night worries without interrupting your sick kiddo's precious sleep. Thermometer Promising review:"As a mom, this is a must-have item in our home. It's so handy and super easy to use, with simple buttons that make it quick to check temperatures. The no-touch feature is a lifesaver, especially with wiggly babies who don't stay still. What I love most is its versatility — i t works perfectly for babies and adults and even for checking room temperature when needed. It's lightweight and compact, making it easy to store or carry. Definitely a convenient tool that every family should have." — Roselle Price: $35.99 8. And a nasal aspirator to quickly clear those nasal passages without having to use your own lung power. Electric aspirators can be easier, gentler, and more effective than manual aspirators. Let's be real here — your baby needs to breathe, and you need to sleep. Promising review:"We bought this a couple of weeks ago for our twins. We were using the squeeze balls before and the babies screamed the whole time. The babies love this. It has a light-up feature with music and three speeds. They just lay there while we suck out the boogers. And boy, does it suck them out! It has different nozzles to fit their nostrils. Cleaning is easy and it holds a charge for quite a while. You can also buy extra nozzles, which we did since we have two noses that need to be cleared. Love this product. Highly recommend!" — Amanda 9. A cradle cap system that helps remove the flakes that inevitably happen. While severity of cradle cap differs from kid to kid, it's just something that happens to many. Managing it can really help you have a little more peace of mind. 10. A pair of faucet extenders to help your kiddo feel a taste of independence and help save your hands from quadruple the washing. These sink extenders help your little one reach the water with ease without needing to be hoisted up like a sack of potatoes. Amazon, Promising review:" Simple, but effective and useful. They are such a simple design, but really make sink time for my toddler so much more enjoyable. My 2-year-old son was nowhere near being able to reach the faucet himself. So, instead of trying to hold him over the sink with his tummy pressed against the counter, he can now reach the water while on his stool. Due to the flexibility of the silicone adapter piece, these fit both our bathroom and kitchen sinks without any issues and allow a good range of angle adjustment. Also, they are so easy to remove that you can easily pop them on and off if you prefer to use the sink without it. Such a good buy! — Darth Kitty Price: $10.79 11. A set of low-profile corner protectors that'll help protect your little mover's head from corner bonks, but will help you feel like you're keeping your adult aesthetic. These protectors are durable, sticky, and effective — letting you rest a little easier as your tiny tumbler haphazardly learns to walk. Promising review:"These are perfect for baby-proofing your house and adding some protection to those sharp corners on furniture. So far, they have stayed on and held up well. I love the clear, low profile look." — Ashley Price: $7.98+ for a 12-pack (also available in packs of 18 or 24) 12. A set of snack catchers so snacks stay in the cups, and your toddlers don't turn crackers into confetti. As a parent, I love these things and they seriously hold up. My kids are now too old for the lid, but I still use the cups simply because they have a handle. Promising review:"They're durable and perfect for little hands. The soft flaps make snacks easy to grab while preventing messes, and the lids stay secure. They're easy to clean, hold a good amount of snacks, and are great for on-the-go. Excellent value and highly recommended!" — Manjeet Kaur 13. An Owlet sock to put your mind at ease while your little bundle snoozes. The Owlet sends baby's vitals — including pulse rate, oxygen, wakings, and sleep trends — right to your phone, and can even wake you up if there's an issue. Promising review:"We love having the Owlet sock — we also have the Owlet baby monitor, and they work well together to help us see and track our baby during nap times and sleep through the night. The sock gives us peace of mind for her key vitals and helps us track her sleeping patterns, too, which we've even been able to share with her pediatrician for extra support when needed. The peace of mind this gives a first-time mom makes it worth every penny!" — RK 14. A big ol' jar of Aquaphor — aka the thing you're going to use on *allthethings*. Diaper rash, dry patches, chapped lips, cuticles — stock up now because both you and baby are going to be going THROUGH it. It works THAT well. Promising review:"LOVE LOVE LOVE that this size exists! Aquaphor is the only thing I use for my baby in her diaper. It creates a barrier and prevents my baby from having any diaper rash. I never knew all of the benefits of using Aquaphor until my OB and NICU nurses suggested it. I also use it on any dry or chapped areas, especially before or after feeding. Mamas with babies that have GERD, can I get an AMEN? ;D The spit-ups and constant wiping can create easily irritated skin on/around the mouth and neck. Aquaphor saved my baby's skin! I love that a little goes a long way. My baby is turning 9 months and I use the large size tub in about one month. So happy this product is on subscription!" — April DeCastro 15. A bathtub splash guard to keep bath time fun, but contained. If the losing battle of trying to keep buckets of water from splashing out of the tub stresses you out, this guard will protect your floors and your jeans, and will expand the play space for your kiddo. And, believe me, you need bath time to be a success for everyone. Promising review:"If you have a child who likes to play with toys on the side of the bathtub, buy this. It's sturdy and easy to attach (it just has suction cups). My 40-pound toddler can actually sit on this, and it holds him. Other products are separate pieces you need to attach together — this is one solid piece, so nothing will leak through. No more buckets of water on your lap and on your floor!" — Jennifer L 16. A nail biting deterrent that can help curb both nail biting and thumb sucking if your little one has had a hard time breaking the habit. The bad taste hangs on through hand washing and many parents have had quick success in helping their kids keep their constantly germ-ridden hands out of their mouths. Promising review:"I was so so skeptical about this working on my 3-year-old. She sucked her thumb constantly — tired, bored, for comfort, and especially to go to sleep. The dentist had told us what we already knew, which was she needed to stop ASAP as it was affecting her bite. I purchased this months before ever using it. I felt guilty taking her comfort away but also knew it was only going to make things worse if we didn't intervene. So my husband painted her thumbs with this one night. She, of course, stuck her thumb in her mouth, wanted to spit in the sink and wash her hands. She was not happy and would protest when her nails needed to be painted again, but she hasn't sucked her thumb since that first night, and it has been 3.5 months now. We stopped painting her thumbs after a few weeks. We also tell her all the time how much better her teeth are looking, even after the first night, so she would be proud of herself and have a little extra incentive to keep her thumb out of her mouth." — ERK22 17. An amazingly ridiculous Silly Poopy game because if you can't beat your kid's love of bathroom humor, you might as well have fun with it. Simply hide the Poopy and your kiddo can follow the flatulent clues to find it! Plus it's easy enough for your kids to play by themselves while you take a moment to sit for once. This is one of those products I was influenced by a while back. My entire family now sings "Poopy! Poopy! You found Silly Poopy!" at random intervals and everyone still laughs. Proof that games to don't have to be complicated — or particularly mature — to be fun. Promising review:"I bought this after watching a video review and let me just say, my kids absolutely love this! It's a very simple idea, but it works so well. My 3-year-old and 6-year-old love playing together and have actually stumped me while hiding it. It's a very simple game to play as you just hide it and press a button, which activates the hiding mode. While the kids are looking for it, the poopy will make sounds — thus giving clues to its location. Once the poopy is found, you press the button again, and it sings a victory song. Who knew that poop can be so much fun!! This product is reasonably priced, much less expensive than many other toys that won't keep the attention of a child. This is perfect for rainy days indoors and a great alternative to watching TV. This is probably one of the best purchases that I've made in regards to activities, and every household should have one." — Michael J. Deldue Price: $12.99 18. A fan-favorite card game reviewers say brings tons of laughs and family bonding. The game is easy to pick up and only takes 10–15 minutes to play, meaning you won't get locked into a never-ending loop of climbing a certain ladder and then falling down a certain chute for 45 minutes. 💀 Dolphin Hat is a small business whose mission is to create easy-to-learn games that are fun for the whole family! My family absolutely loves this game. It doesn't take long, and my 5-year-old can play with no help (although I throw a few rounds occasionally to even the playing field). It's silly, easy, and quick — my three requirements for a game with young kids. Promising review:"Fun for the whole family! Even my 5-year-old granddaughter learned it with no problem and can win!" — E/A Price: $9.84 19. A mystic maze jigsaw that completely levels up the puzzle experience. This challenging puzzle combines puzzlin', story-telling, and a twist at the end to make it a whole-family experience. At 1,000 pieces, this is definitely not for young kids to do on their own, but a fun activity to do together. Promising review:"I came across this puzzle on Amazon while shopping for Christmas, and based on its reviews, I decided to purchase one for our family. The quality did not disappoint! The pieces were beautiful, well-cut, and organized. The shape of the pieces made it challenging to find even with setting up the border. The guidance from two posters helped greatly! With it having 1,000 pieces, it was a large puzzle, and kept us entertained for several days. The surprise was awesome. It was so worth the buy. Upon the completion, I decided to buy a second puzzle kit! Definitely a fan." — Ashley Price: $22.97 20. And a rotating puzzle board for any natural born puzzlers who don't want small hands or pet paws to ruin their progress. Puzzle pieces can be kept in the drawers and when no one is working on the puzzle, there's a cover to keep things safe. Promising review:"Very happy with this! I love the four little trays/drawers it comes with, perfect for side quests when you've got a part of the middle going that doesn't attach to anything yet, or for sorting pieces. Also I love the lazy Susan it comes with, it makes puzzles easier for the family. The cover is useful for me as a cat owner, and even the box is useful as it turns into a stand!" — Andrea Gonzalez Price: $54.99+ (available in three sizes) 21. A NeeDoh Gumdrop fidget that doesn't pop, buzz, spin, or otherwise annoy a teacher, classmates, or parent. If your kiddo needs to fidget, this simple, squish-able cube can help relieve stress, help some kids focus, or can be a fun sensory experience. Adults love it, too! Schylling is a small business that specializes in modern and retro toys, games, and sets. Promising review:"We own lots of fidgets and squishy toys, but none like this one. The rubber or whatever encases the goo is malleable but so thick that it doesn't seem like it will ever pop. If you've ever had a slime ball explode in your house or on your child, you know how important quality is. Small enough for my 3-year-old's hands to knead but cool enough to keep the attention of my 7- and 9- year-olds. Always getting thrown in my bag for church as a quiet toy. Very cool, haven't seen anything like it, would recommend." — Josh Price: $9.28 Check out the rest of the NeeDoh fidget toy options on their Amazon storefront! 22. A Tiny Arcade Atari because kids need to know the classics. Sure, role-playing games or whatever's on Roblox is fun, but the mesmerizing dot across the screen will teach them a sense of exhilaration they never thought possible — all in a teeny-tiny console. Promising review:"I can't believe this thing actually works, but it does, perfectly. It's been dragged to and from middle school a few times with very little care in a backpack and survived and is still in working order with no broken parts." — Kristen Lohrer Price: $29.99 23. A tub of air dry clay for creating ceramic crafts no matter the skill level. Once they've dried, add some paint and *ta-da!* — perfectly cute crafts without signing up for a ceramics class. More advanced crafters can even use this clay on a pottery wheel. Promising review:"I've been seeing lots of air-dry clay crafting on social media recently and decided to give it a try with my 5- and 7-year-olds. Needless to say, we're all obsessed! This clay is soft, pliable, and very easy to work with — perfect for hand sculpting and pressing into molds. It does take a couple of days to fully dry, but we love checking on our projects periodically and observing the process. It takes acrylic paint really well, and if you toss some acrylic varnish or Mod Podge on top to seal it all in when you're finished, you'll have a pretty solid piece of art. Enjoy creating!" — ASH Price: $10.62+ (available in three sizes and two colors) 24. A pack of TikTok-famous Crayola Globbles you can hurl against a wall and slowly roll back down without leaving a sticky residue! Because there is something so satisfying about sticking things to walls. These are fun for adults to play with, too! Promising review:"My nieces and nephews LOVED these. My sister loved them because they didn't leave any mess around her house. I have a nephew who is autistic, and I ordered these with him in mind. He loves to squish and grab anything he can, so these were great for him." — Taylor Henry Price: $10 (also available in 16-pack) 25. A motion-controlled flying orb that'll seriously level up a game of "keepy-uppy." Forget blowing up balloon after balloon and set this little rechargeable wonder sphere into motion. All they need to do it put their hand near the toy and it'll change directions — providing not just screen-free fun, but also some much needed movement. Pro-tip: pull long hair back into a ponytail or wear a hat to avoid hair getting caught and keep it inside to avoid a runaway orb. Promising review:"This ball is amazing. Once you get the hang of it, it's so much fun. The toddlers think it's magical and makes them run all around and get energy out. It hits the walls and things and hasn't broken anything yet, so that's good." — Fouts Family Price: $25.60+ (available in seven colors) 26. A three-pack of mesmerizing " Liquipens" — part pen and part lava lamp. Who knew a pen could be both functional and relaxing? Promising review:"You guys — I ordered this set knowing that my 8-year-old would love it. What I did not expect is for my 3-year-old to love it as much as she did and for the pens to be passed around at the table amongst adults who were equally as intrigued as they were amused. You get three pens, and each pen writes in a different color, which coordinates with the color of the outer casing of the pen. The quality of the product is surprising in a good way. Lets' be honest, sometimes we buy our children things knowing that it won't stand the test of time. We just opened the box yesterday so I can't comment on the durability yet, but they seem legit. Not flimsy at all. I know the price is on the higher side for three pens, but it's worth it. Get it — you won't be disappointed." — Rebecca Y Price: $17.99 for three pens 27. A sew-your-own stuffie craft that teaches basic sewing skills and leaves them with an adorable friend to boot. This kit will help them safely learn sewing, hand-eye coordination, and includes extra outfits for versatility. And did I mention it's adorable?? Promising review:"After watching me sew patches on a gift for a friend, my 6-year-old daughter started showing an interest in sewing. I thought this would be a good introduction to sewing for her, and she absolutely loves it! More than I thought she would! Very easy to use — kit comes with different outfits for your little friend to change into and a safe sewing needle (thankful for that). I will be purchasing more of these!" — Michelle Trigilio Price: $19.99 (available as a fox or bunny) 28. A book with drawing prompts for any budding artist. This book is especially great for kids who love to draw but might not always know what to draw. It's also small enough to fit in a purse or backpack, making it a great travel or waiting room companion. This book isn't a how to draw book, it's a what to draw book, but reviewers love the option to be creative and challenge themselves with drawing new things! Promising review:"My 11-year-old daughter likes to draw. I was getting sick of her asking me what to draw, so I gave her this as a Valentine. She loves it! Some of the concepts get her thinking outside the box." — S. Dearolf Price: $9.25 Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
