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17-05-2025
- Health
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33 Things That Are Effective, Popular, And Affordable
Gold Bond's firming neck and chest cream — it can be used on the face, neck, and chest to give your dehydrated skin a major gulp of moisture. This fragrance-free formula is loaded with aloe, salicylic acid, and jojoba oil to help improve your skin's texture and elasticity so it's smoother and more supple! Reviewers can't get over how fast it works. OR! A retinol body lotion that can minimize wrinkles and textured, crepey skin with the help of dermatologist-recommended ingredients, like retinol and ferulic acid, to promote skin cell turnover. It may be a body lotion but you can use it pretty much anywhere thanks to the non-greasy formula! A magical oil stain remover to help bring your driveway and paved walkways back to their original glory days with minimal effort. Simply apply the formula, allow it to dry, then brush it away to reveal a stain-free surface! A wart-removing gel so shockingly effective, you'll be rubbing your eyes in pure disbelief. It contains salicylic acid to help dry out those pesky growths *and* it comes with waterproof patches for an effective, no-mess solution. A time-saving Oxo Tot grape cutter for making the tedious task of cutting grapes much more bearable. This is great for prepping snacks for kids so you can eliminate choking hazards! It can also be used for pitted olives, grape tomatoes, berries etc. A fragrance-free CeraVe eye cream, which is a non-greasy formula with the power to reduce dark circles and puffiness. It was developed with dermatologists and contains a blend of smoothing ceramides and hydrating hyaluronic acid that'll be like a treat for your under-eye area. Or Catrice "Instant Awake" Under Eye Brightener that'll help liven up tired eyes with a lightweight formula that delivers superb coverage in just a few swipes. This tinted concealer contains hyaluronic acid and shea butter that may also help reduce dark circles over time. Bonus: It's just like the $33 Becca version but for MUCH less! A mouthguard and retainer cleaner if yours is in dire need of a refresh. Drop a tablet in a glass of warm water, then add your mouthguard, retainer, or Invisalign to help obliterate odor-causing bacteria, discoloration, and plaque. A sparkling clean mouthguard awaits! A storage lid organizer so a pile of lids doesn't come tumbling down when you open the cabinet. Plus, the dividers are adjustable so you can customize your set depending on what size containers you have. You're gonna be so impressed that you thought of this the next time you open a cabinet! Kojic Acid Dark Spot Remover Soap with truly magical results that'll leave your jaw on the floor. It uses hyaluronic acid, shea butter, vitamin E, and Castile olive oil to hydrate and soothe skin while minimizing dark spots, sun damage, and blemishes. A beeswax wood polish and conditioner, which will work wonders for restoring that sacred antique you were about to give up on. Instead of slathering it in a coat of paint, try this first! It's made with beeswax that'll instantly revive your sad furniture, doors, and more. A blackhead scrub stick — this lil' dude helps get rid of excess sebum and other impurities that might be clogging your precious pores. After cleansing, rub it on your face to exfoliate *and* eliminate persistent blackheads and whiteheads! Glisten disposer cleaner when you're ready to put an end to all the gross grime living down there *without* any elbow-deep dirty work. And the blue foam is pretty fun to watch, so this may become one of your fave cleaning tasks. A set of Lock Laces you'll prob wish you discovered YEARS ago considering how much time you've spent tying (and retying) your laces throughout the day. Now you'll be able to slip on your shoes, tighten if needed, and head out the door. Some Bio-Oil, which I'm sure you've heard all about by now — it has such a long list of benefits, you'll never run out of uses for it! It can help even your skin tone, fade stretch marks, and reduce the appearance of acne scars. It absorbs super quickly so it won't feel heavy or greasy, either. *THE* Pink Stuff because sometimes you need a miraculous cleaning paste to get rid of tough messes. You'll be shocked by how quickly and easily this stuff can lift the stains you've been battling for ages — everything from oven messes to shoe scuff marks to hard water stains in the shower. It's no wonder thousands of reviewers swear by it. A washable drip catcher if you love when a product does all the work for you. This will catch the mess and save you SO many paper towels and/or dirty dish towels in the long run. Thank me later! A refillable plug-in fly trap to swat flies on your behalf because does anyone enjoy doing that? Each one provides 400 square feet of coverage to get rid of fruit flies, moths, gnats, and flies by naturally luring them in with a light. A pack of drug-free Breathe Right nasal strips you *and* your partner will be thrilled to learn about. These provide immediate congestion and snoring relief by increasing your nasal airflow. If you really wanna relax, there's an optional "scratch and sniff" lavender scent you can treat your nostrils to. Wet & Forget cleaner for keeping your shower squeaky clean *and* mildew-free. Simply spray it once a week, let it sit, and rinse it clean the next day. Try to find it in your heart to forgive yourself for all the hours you lost to scrubbing and wiping. A pack of disposable shower hair catchers, which was likely designed by the genius who understands not everyone has the stomach to maintain a TubShroom full of wet gobs of hair. Simply place the mesh sticker over your shower drain cover and toss it in the trash when it's full. Each one can last up to three weeks, and it's easy to peel off when it's time for a new one. Revlon's oil-absorbing volcanic face roller that can make excess oil instantly ✨disappear✨ with a few swipes — no, you're not hallucinating! It's more eco-friendly than blotting sheets and you won't have to keep reapplying powder. A nifty car seat buckle release tool — your innocent nails have suffered enough at the hand of your kid's buckle. This Shark Tank invention helps you unbuckle *without* any casualties. It's also great for people with arthritis, carpal tunnel, and other conditions that cause limited hand strength. A set of four sock and underwear organizers to whip your messy drawers back into shape in no time. If you know the feeling of hopelessly digging around for that *ONE* pair of underwear or socks, you need this organizer in your life! An instant mold and mildew remover spray so you can demolish mold before it gets exponentially worse. Use it on various surfaces, including those in bathrooms, kitchens, patios, decks, and more. No scrubbing here — just spray, wait 15 seconds, and watch the mold vanish! A surprisingly effective *and* affordable instant foot peeling spray if you want baby-soft footsies but don't have the time or patience to visit the salon for a pricey pedicure. Just spray onto clean, dry feet and rub away dead skin! For an ~extra~ peeling effect, use an exfoliating mitt! And, fittingly, an exfoliating mitt for ~super smooth~ skin without using harsh chemicals or rough dry brushes to get there. Regular exfoliation is great for reducing other issues, like bumps and ingrown hairs. Mighty Patches, which are ~tiny but mighty~ and use hydrocolloid to help draw the gunk out of zits. Stick one on at bedtime and behold the amazing results upon waking. Reviewers also love that you can hardly tell you're wearing one! A pack of kitchen sink strainers when you're so done fishing out stinky, wet food bits from the drain. 🤢 Place it in the opening and remove it when it's time to toss the scraps in the trash. Why you don't already own this is beyond comprehension, tbh. A jetted tub cleaner — no one wants to bathe in a tub with yucky jets that can be traced back previous owners. If you've avoided taking a bath because of the questionable gunk lurking in the jets, you *need* this cleaner in your life. A quick-drying top nail coat because who has time to sit around and wait for their nails to dry? As if. Apply a couple of coats and you'll only need to wait TWO minutes before getting on with your day. You'll feel really smart after using this stuff. A washable Swiffer duster pad to keep your surfaces and screens free from dust. Bonus: You'll save your hard-earned money on the wasteful disposable version. These easily fit on the yellow or blue Swiffer duster handle! Shower curtain rings when you'd prefer *not* to struggle with changing curtains and liners ever again. Now you can install the shower curtain and liner in one fell swoop! Who knew??
Buzz Feed
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
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"I Don't Know Why We Didn't Buy It Sooner": 34 Parenting Products That'll Make You Feel Like A Certified Genius
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. Shopping · Your only regret will be waiting *so* long to try these brilliant products. 1. A time-saving Oxo Tot grape cutter to make the tedious task of cutting your kiddo's grapes more bearable. You'll eliminate choking hazards while saving tons of time. It can also be used for pitted olives, grape tomatoes, etc. See why one parent on TikTok loves it! Oh, and it's not just for grapes! It's also perfect for cherry tomatoes, berries, olives, and many reviewers say it works on a variety of fruits! Promising review:"Such a TIME SAVER! Omg I'm OBSESSED with this product! Lets me cut grapes and olives for my toddler EFFORTLESSLY. Amazing product. DEFINITELY worth the purchase, especially for me since my daughter loves to eat grapes daily and most times, more than once a day. This has made it so easy my husband and I almost cried hahaha." — Makeda Get it from Amazon for $9.59. 2. A bestselling Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes Musical Toy that'll play up to 10 classical melodies, like Mozart, Chopin, etc. It'll also display twinkling lights that dance with the music to help calm your cranky genius in no time. Promising review:" The best baby distractor EVER! Every person with a child must have this toy! I had about five tucked in various places in case one got lost. My son loved them from basically birth and sometimes it would distract him for hours of noncrying! (heaven for a new mother) Of course in the beginning you have to keep pushing the button for them but compared to swinging him in his car seat that was easy! Then when he got older, he would spend entire car rides just playing with this one toy. I give it to everyone I know who has a baby." — NH-Mommy Get it from Amazon for $8.88 (available in two styles). 3. A pair of ~handy~ faucet extenders if your child is old enough to use the sink but not quite tall enough to reach the faucet and wash their hands. Instead of hoisting 'em up, combine an extender with a step stool for a match made in parenting heaven! Amazon, Promising review: "Nice for toddlers. Easy to install and use. My littles are just now getting the hang of hand washing and this helps out a lot. Not only does it extend their reach, it widens the stream so both little sets of hands can reach without fighting for the stream. It also reduces splash. Definitely worth the money!" — Amber Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.79. 4. A stain remover specifically made for messy eaters, which is basically a parent's dream come true. Keep it on hand for those stains you once thought were permanent! Clean up the mess, spray the spot, then wash as usual. You'll have to brag about this find immediately — and no one will blame you for it. Promising review: "This is a must have for those of you with littles! It has a very mild scent and works on so many things. My son spilled a blueberry smoothie all over his white crewneck sweatshirt and I thought he ruined it. I used this spray and it came out beautifully. I would recommend buying the spray bottles and then using the refill option. You will be hooked!" — Katie W. Get a three-pack from Amazon for $24.99 (available in various styles, sizes, and multipacks). 5. A set of divided silicone plates complete with extra suction on the bottom because you *can* prevent your child from chucking their dinner at the wall for funsies. Each item will remain separate as they wish *and* they're microwave- and dishwasher-safe for easy prep and cleanup. Amazon Promising review:"These plates are excellent for a little one who likes to throw things off of their highchair. The four suction cups are strong and good the plate in place. The material is flexible silicone. I throw in the dishwasher to wash. The slots for food are deep enough to fit plenty of food into and still large enough to allow little hands to reach in and grasp items." — davsat Get a set of three from Amazon for $17.95. 6. A brilliant on-the-go harness seat so you always have a high chair for your babe — even when the restaurant doesn't offer one. It comes with three height-adjustable straps to keep them secure. Don't be surprised when people come up and ask, " Where did you find that?" It's designed for children 6 months and up. Plus, it's machine washable if things get messy at mealtime! Liuliuby is a New York City-based small business founded by Mompreneur Mari Liu to reimagine everyday baby products after her own experiences as a new parent. Promising review: "We bought this to use while moving knowing that not everywhere has baby seats available, and have continued to use it when we go out. It's a great thing to throw in our diaper bag as it is lightweight and totally versatile. We've adapted it to all kinds of chairs and the baby stays comfortably in it." — Matt Get it from Amazon for $25.99. 7. A clever car seat buckle release tool when your nails have suffered at the hand of your kid's buckle more times than you can count. This Shark Tank product gets the buckle undone without any causalities. It's also great for people with arthritis, carpal tunnel, and other conditions that cause limited hand strength. Amazon Promising review:" OUTSTANDING! I am a young grandmother in my 50s and TIRED of breaking my nails on the car seat fasteners. Both my granddaughter and I LOVE this gadget. She keeps it tucked inside the pocket of her car seat. I never have to look for it. When we make it to our destination, I ask her to get it ready. In SECONDS the car seat is unbuckled. What a godsend! Truly, if we had been in an accident or other emergency, it would have taken me several attempts to free my granddaughter. I consider this a danger! This little device makes car seats enjoyable again. The color makes it easy to find and it fits logically right where it's supposed need to carry instructions. I cannot say enough about this product and would recommend it to everyone." — Winnie Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in seven colors). 8. A LeapFrog 100 Words Book that'll be a fun activity your inquisitive toddler can interact with while learning new words in the process (in both English and Spanish). They can touch the words on the pages to hear new vocabulary, sound effects, and fun facts. Yep, you'll have a certified baby genius on your hands before you know it! It's made for ages 18 months and up! Promising review: "This was a recommended product I saw off Facebook and again on TikTok — so I had to see if the hype was worth it. IT IS WORTH IT! My toddler (almost 2) loves the book for the sounds and names of all the categories in the book. This is a great book to gift others with toddlers or to help your little one develop. I love this!" — Megan C. Get it from Amazon for $10.39. 9. Silicone pouch lids, which is an actual miracle if your kid just LOVES squeezing snack pouches until they explode. The lid has a flow-control valve to prevent spills while still allowing them to sip it. Once you try 'em, there's no going back. Check out why a mom calls this pouch topper the "coolest thing" in this TikTok. ChooMee is a small biz based in Northern California, owned by a mom, that specializes in innovative products that solve everyday feeding challenges. Promising review: " These are amazing! I bought two sets of them so I can keep some in our diaper bag (or in case we lose one). We use these every single day for our 12-month-old with her yogurt (Gogo squeeze) and her fruit and veggie pouches! Seriously, love them. We previously had yogurt/fruit all over because she would squeeze them. My husband accidentally stepped on the pouch with this on, and it still didn't squeeze out! Once your baby figures it out (ours did quickly), it's a game changer. I tried the pouch holders with the handles, but she just swung it around, and it still spilled out. This is what you want!" — Shem Slater Get a two-pack from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five color combos). 10. And some spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers to save you both time *and* headaches. Now there will be fewer Goldfish crackers living rent-free on your living room floor just waiting to be vacuumed up. They're even dishwasher safe on the top rack! Amazon, Promising reviews: "My toddler and I love these!! So easy to use and I don't have to worry about my toddler dumping her snacks straight into the floor. I have ordered these twice now. Definitely worth the price." — Maria "No more trails of snacks leading to a toddler. These are 100% worth buying. My 2-year-old grandbaby loves his snack cups!" — Terrie Get a two-pack from Amazon for $5.96 (available in two color combos). 11. Some quick-drying, smudge-free washable dab and dot markers so your kids can have some fun without creating an irreversible mess. Cleaning their hands after hours of drawing has never been so easy. Your only regret will be not discovering 'em sooner! The set comes with eight paint markers and a downloadable 101 Easy Dot Marker Activities PDF. Promising review:"We really like these dot markers! My 3- and 6-year-olds have used them a lot. I have to get them started for my 3-year-old, but once I get the ink to the tip she is able to use them easily on her own. I really like that they are less messy than dot markers we have used in the past. They are great for crafts and fine motor skill activities. I would definitely recommend this product and would purchase again. 🙂" — Amazon Customer Get a set of 36 markers from Amazon for $39.99. 12. A pack of highly absorbent toilet seat covers you'll count on for potty training *and* for those public bathrooms that are crawling with germs. These even come with an optional adhesive strip to ensure it stays in place during use. It's better than trying to line the seat with flimsy strips of TP just for them to fall in the bowl! Promising review:"I cannot say enough good things about this product. I brought them along on a recent trip to Greece. My 4-year-old needs to hold on to the seat when she goes, and these toilet seat covers are a godsend in public restrooms!!! They cover exactly enough of the seat where she can hold on and not touch anything gross! They stay dry while she is seated and stay stuck to the seat until you remove it. I even used them myself when necessary. I will purchase these again and again!!" — Irene Get a pack of 24 covers from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two sizes and various multipacks). 13. A pancake batter mixer for combining wet and dry ingredients so you can make their fave breakfast food in a flash! It comes with a built-in BlenderBall wire whisk, so all you have to do is shake everything up and get cooking — with fewer dishes to clean, I might add. Genius!!! Amazon, (You can even store leftover batter in the bottle and pop it in the fridge for a time-saving weekday breakfast!) Promising review:" My 2-year-old loves waffles for breakfast but I was getting sick of the mess it was making each morning. It's been so much easier to make a batch of waffle mix and store it in the fridge and get several days use out of it. Now I'm not cracking eggs and using a bunch of bowls and utensils every day. I haven't had any problems with the bottle leaking. So far I think the convenience has been worth the price." — CaitM Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 14. A set of dishwasher-safe plastic knives that'll encourage their kitchen participation, which is perfect if you have a lil' sous chef in training. These are great for basic chopping but aren't sharp enough for them to hurt themselves. Note: Children still need supervision while using them, of course. Promising review:"I saw my sister using this knife while her 1-year-old 'helped' and immediately bought my own set! My kids are 6 and 8, and I know they could be learning to use regular knives but it makes me so nervous!! Now they can cut strawberries, meat, cucumbers, etc. Could they cut those things with a regular butter/dinner knife? Yes. Did they want mom to do it for them? Yes. These are fun and build independence!" — beccaprime Get a set of three from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in nine color combos). 15. An adorable 3D-printed foam soap dispenser attachment because getting your little one to wash their hands can be a challenge. Add this attachment to your soap bottle's nozzle and they'll be convinced to get clean with the magic of a foamy soap shaped like Mickey (or Minnie)! Mouse Delights 3D / Etsy Mouse Delights 3D is a small biz based in Las Vegas, Nevada, that specializes in Disney-inspired 3D-printed accessories. Promising review: "Super cute and very easy to use. My littles love Mickey and this makes hand washing that much more fun for them!" — Abby D Get it from MouseDelights3D on Etsy for $9.99 (available in 20 colors, three soap bottle styles, and in Mickey or Minnie styles). 16. A FridaBaby three-step cradle cap system when your babe is on the struggle bus and you've tried everything else without success. Lather their head with the foam sponge, gently massage and loosen flakes with the bristle brush, then lift the flakes with the fine-tooth comb. 17. Tushbaby's hip carrier if you *literally* need to take a load off when it comes to carrying your kid around. This will help prevent back strain and it has plenty of storage pockets for your parenting essentials. The adjustable waistband extends up to 46 inches or you can grab their waist strap, which adds an extra 24 inches. Remove the plastic insert and your Tushbaby is machine washable! Tushbaby is a small biz run by three California mamas and specializes in products that bring a little more ease to daily parenting life. Promising review: "This is probably my favorite thing I've picked up as a random purchase. It's comfy to wear. My toddler loves it. I love the pockets and pouches. I used this trick or treating. I also use it for doctor's visits, my older son's games, grocery shopping, doing chores around the house, and during the holiday events. It is literally my favorite purchase. Can literally carry my toddler for hours without getting tired or him being uncomfortable. Well worth the price point. Amazing design." — Letha Rolland Get it from Amazon for $84.99 (available in five colors). 18. A beloved toothbrush holder and dispenser to make teeth brushing less stressful and *much* less time-consuming. It squeezes toothpaste directly onto your child's toothbrush for you. It can also hold two toothpaste bottles, five toothbrushes, and other essentials! Say goodbye to those gooey counter messes. This bad boy includes a toothpaste dispenser (that'll squeeze out every last ounce!), four cups and holders, and a place to store your toothbrushes. Promising review:"I share my bathroom with my siblings and grandparents. It's always a mess when I wake up because there's toothpaste everywhere in my sink and they leave the toothbrushes out. I decided to buy these and now I don't have to spend 20 minutes cleaning up the mess. Definitely worth it, and trust me it is not only for kids too." — Karyme Amador Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four colors). 19. A life-altering baby shusher for soothing fussy youngsters so fast, it'll feel like you sprinkled some sort of sleepy fairy dust on 'em. It emits a gentle, rhythmic " shhhh" sound to soothe your baby with a 15-or 30-minute timer. Many reviewers also swear by this for those precious sleeping baby photo shoots! This portable sound machine emits a gentle and rhythmic "shhhh" sound to soothe your baby for 15 or 30 minutes! It's powered by two AA batteries, which are included. Baby Shusher is a small biz run by a husband-and-wife duo after their own sleep-deprived experience raising three kids. Promising review:"This is the BEST thing for newborns. I originally saw it in action at our newborn photo shoot. It kept baby boy sound asleep. It supposedly sounds like [the] inside of your womb. I don't know what magic this thing contains but it works. It's amazing for car rides. I've given four of these as gifts and will always have it on hand while we're still having babies. It's well worth the price!"— Jenna Hansford Get it from Amazon for $34.99. 20. An Inglesina Fast table high chair that'll easily make you feel like the smartest parent in the room because it clamps right onto tables that are up to 3.5" thick! Now you don't have to rely on bulky high chairs crowding your space a moment longer. Amazon, It's made for ages 6–36 months and can support up to 37 pounds. Promising review:" My only regret is that we didn't buy this for our first child. We were so tired of losing space in our house to all the kid and baby things. We had a great high chair [and] loved it because we could move it from room to room. However, we have a smaller house, and it just always seemed to be in the way. This fixed the problem 100%. It's a minimalist dream. I love the color options because it goes with our home aesthetic now. Do not worry, it is very stable. I've never had a worry once that it would fall. Extremely secure and easy to move. We have it on our bar counter but can easily move it to our dining table. And if you like to eat out, this is the best option. It even had its own carrying bag built into the bottom of the seat. The tray is dishwasher safe, which I love. The seat says to wipe down or hand wash. I don't wipe it down on a regular basis, but for that really worked-in food or if your kid accidentally gets sick in it, I have thrown it in the washing machine many times. (Without the metal pieces.) Just make sure you buckle the straps together so they don't get twisted in the wash. It's beautiful; it's minimal. It's safe and secure. Even my toddler likes to try to sit in it once in a while." — Thick Witch Green House Get it from Amazon for $79+ (available in 12 colors and with or without a tray). 21. A 2-in-1 bath toy scoop and organizer when you want to tidy up after that chaotic tub playtime sesh much faster. Scoop 'em, store, 'em, then suction the quick-mesh dry basket to the wall. Tbh, this one's too genius not to share in the group text. Promising review:"I don't know why we didn't buy it sooner! It's so easy to clean after a bath now, just scoop, and all toys are in one place. It's super convenient that you can suction it to the wall, and it doesn't take up much space in the bathroom. Super happy with this purchase!!" — Ekaterina Cheremukhina Get it from Amazon for $12.99. 22. A car video monitor with a 4.3-inch display, 360-degree rotation, and a wide angle for a crisp, clear view of the backseat! This means you won't have to rely on wobbly baby mirrors that get full of gunk and smudges so quickly. Rather than pulling over every time they cry, you can glance at the monitor at a stoplight to check on them. Just a reminder to keep your eyes on the road when the car is in motion! Promising review:" I saw this product on TikTok and knew I wanted to try it. I LOOOOOVE this product! I hate trying to use my rearview mirror to look into her mirror to make sure she's okay. The quality of the video is great for the price, and I can easily see if my infant has spit up or I can see her mouth to shove a paci in if needed. I can see details like if her eyes are open or closed. The night vision isn't too bad but not as detailed but you can see enough. But overall for the price, I would buy this product again hands-down." — Michael Giblin Get it from Amazon for $26.99. 23. A Contigo spill-proof tumbler so you can be done cleaning up toddler-related messes that could've been easily avoided. Spills and leaks are no match for this brilliant cup. Bonus: It can go in the dishwasher *and* the straw twists apart for easy-peasy cleaning. Promising review: "100% leakproof. We had been on the hunt for my toddler to have a straw cup that didn't shoot water out the straw when dropped, laid down, etc. This one is perfect. Super easy to clean the straw twists apart for easy cleaning. Doesn't spill, doesn't leak. Definitely worth the money!" — Morgan M. Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in various colors/styles and as a two-pack). 24. A double-duty conditioning spray that not only leaves their hair soft and smooth, but also helps prevent lice with a blend of rosemary, citronella, tea tree, and geranium oils. No parent wants to receive that dreaded phone call from school about a lice outbreak, but this will give you peace of mind that you took preventative measures! This formula is made for all hair types and is free from sulfates, parabens, phthalates, gluten, soy, dairy, and nuts. Promising review: "Love this so much, we use it daily! We have survived one lice outbreak in school by using this product as a detangler daily, and I've used it ever since. My children have extremely long hair ranging from straight to very curly. This works on all of them, both for detangling and lice prevention. The scent is wonderful, clean, and subtle without the musk of some essential oils. We've reordered and reordered, it's a staple in our house. Try it! You won't be disappointed." — Hannah Jean Get it from Amazon for $12.48 (available in two sizes and as a two-pack). 25. Some stick-on fever indicators to help you get through the trying times that come with colds and the flu. Stick one on your child's head, and it'll change colors to indicate the temperature. You can use it to help monitor their fever for up to 48 hours! Amazon Of course, these stickers aren't a replacement for a thermometer. But if your kid has a temp, these will help you keep track of whether their fever is spiking or going down. Promising reviews:" Best invention ever. I am able to proactively monitor my children's fever. Before this product, I always feared when they had a fever that maybe they had been feverish too long and it escaped my notice. This product gives me peace of mind because now at a glance I can tell if and when they are spiking." — sneeziesmurf "We had a stressful day of trying to keep our 3-year-old's fever down and he was exhausted. I had these in the cabinet and stuck one on at bedtime. It immediately lit up N, which matched the thermometer. While putting him to bed I saw it go to 99 so when I checked on him in 30 minutes I brought the thermometer '99.3.' We used it throughout the night to monitor whether or not we should wake him for more medicine. I think of it as a peace of mind sticker. He loves stickers and got a big kick out of it. He's had it on about 13 hours now with no complaints. There's a shiny N there now, and this paranoid mama still checks with a thermometer occasionally to make sure it's accurate." — Nateric Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.92. 26. A budget-friendly Pop2Play foldable indoor slide you'll feel wise for owning, especially on rainy days when kids are stuck inside. It pops up in just a few minutes for playtime and folds down flat for convenient storage when they're done. Push in the sturdy side flaps for extra reinforcement! The slide is capable of holding up to 50 pounds. Promising review:"I got this for my 2-year-old daughter's birthday and she LOVES it. She is a little nervous on the playground and she took to this right away. It folds down easily and sets up easily — the design is brilliant. It was actually so easy that I watched the 30-second setup video just to be sure I got it right lol. My 8-year-old son got on it too and it held up. We live in an apartment so this is something that she can climb on safely without taking up a ton of space. Love this product!!" — jenna Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in two styles). 27. A sleep-training clock because as much as you love your mini-me, you still need your ZZZs! It uses vibrant colors and cute facial expressions to teach 'em when it's bedtime and when it's time to get up. There are three sleep sound options, six night-light colors, and adjustable brightness settings. Watch this parent share why this sleep trainer is one of their "best parenting hacks" in this TikTok. Promising review:" My 2-year-old started getting up at 6:30 instead of 7:30 and was ready for the day. I saw this on TikTok, so I ordered it and explained to him how if Mella is red, we have to sleep, and when Mella turns green, it's time to play. The first night, he sat up a couple of times in the night and looked at it and laid back down. We've been using it for almost a week, and he stays in bed until it's green without any crying or complaining, so it fixed my problem so fast! You do have to toggle the night light on to red if you want it in all night. You could choose other colors, too, but red and green worked well since he has a car seat with red and green stop lights, so easy connection. Anyway, I highly recommend it! He loves to check on Mella during the day and see if it's asleep." — Mpt2 Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in four colors). 28. An activity table so cleaning up after hours of playing games is an absolute breeze. It has a roomy storage drawer that you can sweep everything right into. You'll never have to cry out in pain after stepping on a rogue Lego again! This table is designed for ages 3 and up. Promising review:"If your kids have Legos, you NEED this table. I think this is one of the best purchases I've made for my kids, I wish I would have got it a couple of years ago. Now there is no more stepping on Legos on the floor or finding Legos in every box and drawer in the house. Now I can sit on the sofa rather than the floor when my kids want me to help them build. The kids now keep all the Legos together on the table or in the drawers. Love it!" — mary Get it from Amazon for $92.99+ (available in three colors). 29. A wonderfully compact Doona Liki Trike when you want something that can grow with your child. It can be used in parent push mode for babies as young as 10 months, then it transforms into a tricycle for kids up to 3 years old! As they become more active and adventurous, they'll love riding this thing around on all your travels. Former BuzzFeeder Chandini Reddy says: "I'm not sure who's more OBSESSED with our Liki toddler or me? My active toddler, who absolutely hates being strapped into his stroller, loves that it allows him to sit upright and steer the handles (while I push him) making him feel like he's in control and going on an adventure. It has made trips to the park/mall/zoo so much easier because it is lighter than our stroller *and* folds up tiny taking up minimal trunk space. (We also took it on a flight recently and were amazed at how easily it fit in the airplane overhead bin!) My fave feature is how seamlessly it steers. Unlike other trikes, you don't need to awkwardly force it to change directions. In fact, my 5-year-old has no trouble navigating my 2-year-old around the park. The best part? My little one is so happy riding around on this thing that he's had barely any meltdowns when we're out and about. I'd say that's a huge win!" Get it from Amazon for $250+ (available in four sizes and eight colors). 30. An Itzy Ritzy adjustable stroller organizer for parents who know the struggle of trying to juggle all their belongings *and* their kids' stuff. Now you'll have a place for the essentials in the form of a chic accessory that'll earn you endless compliments on the playground. Amazon, Itzy Ritzy is a small biz owned by parents of three babes that specializes in creating safe, stylish parenting gear. Promising review:"I love this stroller caddy! I switch it between strollers whenever we go anywhere. I have four kids and a lot of things to hold. The cup holders on our stroller aren't large enough to hold my phone, so this works perfect. Mine and my husband's phones, keys, snacks, anything you need easy access to. Definitely makes being out and about easier with a 2-month-old!" — AudraD Get it from Amazon for $24.49+ (available in eight styles). 32. A Smart Lab human body toy if your lil' Einstein is a big fan of hands-on learning. It comes with 21 removable body parts and squishy organs so they'll be plenty interested in learning about human anatomy! Amazon, It also comes with a 24-page illustrated anatomy book! Promising review:"I love that this is an accurate 3D puzzle of the human body. It is so fun to play with my daughter. She was learning all sorts of anatomy without even realizing it. This thing is genius. It is sturdy enough that I don't worry kids will break it. The organs need to be treated with respect, of course, and an adult will probably need to help reassemble things the first few times. Tons of fun, though." — Rocky Balboa Get it from Amazon for $27.98. 33. A sensory swing made of a sturdy, stretchy two-layer cotton fabric when the mini acrobat in your life could benefit from some fun yet safe bouncing and swinging. They'll burn off excess energy in a way that doesn't involve their eyeballs being glued to a screen. It's official — you're a certified genius ✅. Rest Nests / Etsy It comes fully pre-assembled and includes the necessary hardware for secure hanging. Rest Nests is a small biz based in Israel started by a mom who created these hammocks as a way to give parents "an extra pair of hands" for entertaining kids. Promising review:" My 4 1/2-year-old daughter loves this swing! We have it installed in a French door frame and has been very secure. She loves to swing while we are cooking or hanging out. I anticipate it will get so much love over the years. We love having it indoors during the winter since playgrounds aren't as practical. It was one of her favorite Christmas presents." — Chris Wiegand Get it from Rest Nests on Etsy for $98.60 (available in 10 colors and two hanger styles). 34. A gentle but effective baby nail trimmer so you can tame your tiny tot's talons without it leading to screaming and tears. Parents love the whisper-quiet design and that it's way easier to use than standard nail clippers. Amazon The nail clipper set comes with three cushioned sandpapers safe for babies and children, as well as three attachments for adult use. Added bonus: You can even trim their nails in the dark while they're sleeping, thanks to the built-in LED light. Promising review:"Using this product is so much easier than clipping a baby's nails with clippers. With traditional clippers, you have to worry about clipping their little fingers. This tool is so much easier. My little one doesn't even flinch or resist with this. She is honestly amused by the tool. Anyone can use this as it is very simple. It does a wonderful job at trimming and smoothing at the same time." — Kristen Beatty Get it from Amazon for $24.99. Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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"I Don't Know Why We Didn't Buy It Sooner": 36 Parenting Products That'll Make You Feel Like A Certified Genius
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. Your only regret will be waiting *so* long to try these brilliant products. 1. A time-saving Oxo Tot grape cutter to make the tedious task of cutting your kiddo's grapes more bearable. You'll eliminate choking hazards while saving tons of time. It can also be used for pitted olives, grape tomatoes, etc. See why one parent on TikTok loves it! Oh, and it's not just for grapes! It's also perfect for cherry tomatoes, berries, olives, and many reviewers say it works on a variety of fruits! Promising review:"Such a TIME SAVER! Omg I'm OBSESSED with this product! Lets me cut grapes and olives for my toddler EFFORTLESSLY. Amazing product. DEFINITELY worth the purchase, especially for me since my daughter loves to eat grapes daily and most times, more than once a day. This has made it so easy my husband and I almost cried hahaha." — Makeda Get it from Amazon for $11.76. 2. A bestselling Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes Musical Toy that'll play up to 10 classical melodies, like Mozart, Chopin, etc. It'll also display twinkling lights that dance with the music to help calm your cranky genius in no time. Promising review:" The best baby distractor EVER! Every person with a child must have this toy! I had about five tucked in various places in case one got lost. My son loved them from basically birth and sometimes it would distract him for hours of noncrying! (heaven for a new mother) Of course in the beginning you have to keep pushing the button for them but compared to swinging him in his car seat that was easy! Then when he got older, he would spend entire car rides just playing with this one toy. I give it to everyone I know who has a baby." — NH-Mommy Get it from Amazon for $8.88 (available in two styles). 3. A pair of ~handy~ faucet extenders if your child is old enough to use the sink but not quite tall enough to reach the faucet and wash their hands. Instead of hoisting 'em up, combine an extender with a step stool for a match made in parenting heaven! Amazon, Promising review: "Nice for toddlers. Easy to install and use. My littles are just now getting the hang of hand washing and this helps out a lot. Not only does it extend their reach, it widens the stream so both little sets of hands can reach without fighting for the stream. It also reduces splash. Definitely worth the money!" — Amber Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.79. 4. A stain remover specifically made for messy eaters, which is basically a parent's dream come true. Keep it on hand for those stains you once thought were permanent! Clean up the mess, spray the spot, then wash as usual. You'll have to brag about this find immediately — and no one will blame you for it. Promising review: "This is a must have for those of you with littles! It has a very mild scent and works on so many things. My son spilled a blueberry smoothie all over his white crewneck sweatshirt and I thought he ruined it. I used this spray and it came out beautifully. I would recommend buying the spray bottles and then using the refill option. You will be hooked!" — Katie W. Get a three-pack from Amazon for $24.99 (available in various styles, sizes, and multipacks). 5. A set of divided silicone plates complete with extra suction on the bottom because you *can* prevent your child from chucking their dinner at the wall for funsies. Each item will remain separate as they wish *and* they're microwave- and dishwasher-safe for easy prep and cleanup. Promising review:"These plates are excellent for a little one who likes to throw things off of their highchair. The four suction cups are strong and good the plate in place. The material is flexible silicone. I throw in the dishwasher to wash. The slots for food are deep enough to fit plenty of food into and still large enough to allow little hands to reach in and grasp items." — davsat Get a set of three from Amazon for $12.95. 6. A brilliant on-the-go harness seat so you always have a high chair for your babe — even when the restaurant doesn't offer one. It comes with three height-adjustable straps to keep them secure. Don't be surprised when people come up and ask, " Where did you find that?" It's designed for children 6 months and up. Plus, it's machine washable if things get messy at mealtime! Liuliuby is a New York City-based small business founded by Mompreneur Mari Liu to reimagine everyday baby products after her own experiences as a new parent. Promising review: "We bought this to use while moving knowing that not everywhere has baby seats available, and have continued to use it when we go out. It's a great thing to throw in our diaper bag as it is lightweight and totally versatile. We've adapted it to all kinds of chairs and the baby stays comfortably in it." — Matt Get it from Amazon for $24.99. 7. A clever car seat buckle release tool when your nails have suffered at the hand of your kid's buckle more times than you can count. This Shark Tank product gets the buckle undone without any causalities. It's also great for people with arthritis, carpal tunnel, and other conditions that cause limited hand strength. Promising review:" OUTSTANDING! I am a young grandmother in my 50s and TIRED of breaking my nails on the car seat fasteners. Both my granddaughter and I LOVE this gadget. She keeps it tucked inside the pocket of her car seat. I never have to look for it. When we make it to our destination, I ask her to get it ready. In SECONDS the car seat is unbuckled. What a godsend! Truly, if we had been in an accident or other emergency, it would have taken me several attempts to free my granddaughter. I consider this a danger! This little device makes car seats enjoyable again. The color makes it easy to find and it fits logically right where it's supposed need to carry instructions. I cannot say enough about this product and would recommend it to everyone." — Winnie Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in seven colors). 8. A LeapFrog 100 Words Book that'll be a fun activity your inquisitive toddler can interact with while learning new words in the process (in both English and Spanish). They can touch the words on the pages to hear new vocabulary, sound effects, and fun facts. Yep, you'll have a certified baby genius on your hands before you know it! It's made for ages 18 months and up! Promising review: "This was a recommended product I saw off Facebook and again on TikTok — so I had to see if the hype was worth it. IT IS WORTH IT! My toddler (almost 2) loves the book for the sounds and names of all the categories in the book. This is a great book to gift others with toddlers or to help your little one develop. I love this!" — Megan C. Get it from Amazon for $12.99. 9. Silicone pouch lids, which is an actual miracle if your kid just LOVES squeezing snack pouches until they explode. The lid has a flow-control valve to prevent spills while still allowing them to sip it. Once you try 'em, there's no going back. Check out why a mom calls this pouch topper the "coolest thing" in this TikTok. ChooMee is a small biz based in Northern California, owned by a mom, that specializes in innovative products that solve everyday feeding challenges. Promising review: " These are amazing! I bought two sets of them so I can keep some in our diaper bag (or in case we lose one). We use these every single day for our 12-month-old with her yogurt (Gogo squeeze) and her fruit and veggie pouches! Seriously, love them. We previously had yogurt/fruit all over because she would squeeze them. My husband accidentally stepped on the pouch with this on, and it still didn't squeeze out! Once your baby figures it out (ours did quickly), it's a game changer. I tried the pouch holders with the handles, but she just swung it around, and it still spilled out. This is what you want!" — Shem Slater Get a two-pack from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five color combos). 10. And some spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers to save you both time *and* headaches. Now there will be fewer Goldfish crackers living rent-free on your living room floor just waiting to be vacuumed up. They're even dishwasher safe on the top rack! Promising reviews: "My toddler and I love these!! So easy to use and I don't have to worry about my toddler dumping her snacks straight into the floor. I have ordered these twice now. Definitely worth the price." — Maria "No more trails of snacks leading to a toddler. These are 100% worth buying. My 2-year-old grandbaby loves his snack cups!" — Terrie Get a two-pack from Amazon for $5.96 (available in two color combos). 11. Some quick-drying, smudge-free washable dab and dot markers so your kids can have some fun without creating an irreversible mess. Cleaning their hands after hours of drawing has never been so easy. Your only regret will be not discovering 'em sooner! The set comes with eight paint markers and a downloadable 101 Easy Dot Marker Activities PDF. Promising review:"We really like these dot markers! My 3- and 6-year-olds have used them a lot. I have to get them started for my 3-year-old, but once I get the ink to the tip she is able to use them easily on her own. I really like that they are less messy than dot markers we have used in the past. They are great for crafts and fine motor skill activities. I would definitely recommend this product and would purchase again. 🙂" — Amazon Customer Get a set of eight markers from Amazon for $12.99 (also available as a set of 16 or 32). 12. A pack of highly absorbent toilet seat covers you'll count on for potty training *and* for those public bathrooms that are crawling with germs. These even come with an optional adhesive strip to ensure it stays in place during use. It's better than trying to line the seat with flimsy strips of TP just for them to fall in the bowl! Promising review:"I cannot say enough good things about this product. I brought them along on a recent trip to Greece. My 4-year-old needs to hold on to the seat when she goes, and these toilet seat covers are a godsend in public restrooms!!! They cover exactly enough of the seat where she can hold on and not touch anything gross! They stay dry while she is seated and stay stuck to the seat until you remove it. I even used them myself when necessary. I will purchase these again and again!!" — Irene Get a pack of 24 covers from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two sizes and various multipacks). 13. A pancake batter mixer for combining wet and dry ingredients so you can make their fave breakfast food in a flash! It comes with a built-in BlenderBall wire whisk, so all you have to do is shake everything up and get cooking — with fewer dishes to clean, I might add. Genius!!! Amazon, (You can even store leftover batter in the bottle and pop it in the fridge for a time-saving weekday breakfast!) Promising review:" My 2-year-old loves waffles for breakfast but I was getting sick of the mess it was making each morning. It's been so much easier to make a batch of waffle mix and store it in the fridge and get several days use out of it. Now I'm not cracking eggs and using a bunch of bowls and utensils every day. I haven't had any problems with the bottle leaking. So far I think the convenience has been worth the price." — CaitM Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 14. A set of dishwasher-safe plastic knives that'll encourage their kitchen participation, which is perfect if you have a lil' sous chef in training. These are great for basic chopping but aren't sharp enough for them to hurt themselves. Note: Children still need supervision while using them, of course. Promising review:"I saw my sister using this knife while her 1-year-old 'helped' and immediately bought my own set! My kids are 6 and 8, and I know they could be learning to use regular knives but it makes me so nervous!! Now they can cut strawberries, meat, cucumbers, etc. Could they cut those things with a regular butter/dinner knife? Yes. Did they want mom to do it for them? Yes. These are fun and build independence!" — beccaprime Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in nine color combos). 15. An adorable 3D-printed foam soap dispenser attachment because getting your little one to wash their hands can be a challenge. Add this attachment to your soap bottle's nozzle and they'll be convinced to get clean with the magic of a foamy soap shaped like Mickey (or Minnie)! Mouse Delights 3D / Etsy Mouse Delights 3D is a small biz based in Las Vegas, Nevada, that specializes in Disney-inspired 3D-printed accessories. Promising review: "Super cute and very easy to use. My littles love Mickey and this makes hand washing that much more fun for them!" — Abby D Get it from MouseDelights3D on Etsy for $9.99 (available in 20 colors, three soap bottle styles, and in Mickey or Minnie styles). 16. A FridaBaby three-step cradle cap system when your babe is on the struggle bus and you've tried everything else without success. Lather their head with the foam sponge, gently massage and loosen flakes with the bristle brush, then lift the flakes with the fine-tooth comb. 17. Tushbaby's hip carrier if you *literally* need to take a load off when it comes to carrying your kid around. This will help prevent back strain and it has plenty of storage pockets for your parenting essentials. The adjustable waistband extends up to 46 inches or you can grab their waist strap, which adds an extra 24 inches. Remove the plastic insert and your Tushbaby is machine washable! Tushbaby is a small biz run by three California mamas and specializes in products that bring a little more ease to daily parenting life. Promising review: "This is probably my favorite thing I've picked up as a random purchase. It's comfy to wear. My toddler loves it. I love the pockets and pouches. I used this trick or treating. I also use it for doctor's visits, my older son's games, grocery shopping, doing chores around the house, and during the holiday events. It is literally my favorite purchase. Can literally carry my toddler for hours without getting tired or him being uncomfortable. Well worth the price point. Amazing design." — Letha Rolland Get it from Amazon for $84.99 (also available in black). 18. A beloved toothbrush holder and dispenser to make teeth brushing less stressful and *much* less time-consuming. It squeezes toothpaste directly onto your child's toothbrush for you. It can also hold two toothpaste bottles, five toothbrushes, and other essentials! Say goodbye to those gooey counter messes. This bad boy includes a toothpaste dispenser (that'll squeeze out every last ounce!), four cups and holders, and a place to store your toothbrushes. Promising review:"I share my bathroom with my siblings and grandparents. It's always a mess when I wake up because there's toothpaste everywhere in my sink and they leave the toothbrushes out. I decided to buy these and now I don't have to spend 20 minutes cleaning up the mess. Definitely worth it, and trust me it is not only for kids too." — Karyme Amador Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four colors). 19. A life-altering baby shusher for soothing fussy youngsters so fast, it'll feel like you sprinkled some sort of sleepy fairy dust on 'em. It emits a gentle, rhythmic " shhhh" sound to soothe your baby with a 15-or 30-minute timer. Many reviewers also swear by this for those precious sleeping baby photo shoots! This portable sound machine emits a gentle and rhythmic "shhhh" sound to soothe your baby for 15 or 30 minutes! It's powered by two AA batteries, which are included. Baby Shusher is a small biz run by a husband-and-wife duo after their own sleep-deprived experience raising three kids. Promising review:"This is the BEST thing for newborns. I originally saw it in action at our newborn photo shoot. It kept baby boy sound asleep. It supposedly sounds like [the] inside of your womb. I don't know what magic this thing contains but it works. It's amazing for car rides. I've given four of these as gifts and will always have it on hand while we're still having babies. It's well worth the price!"— Jenna Hansford Get it from Amazon for $34.99. 20. An Inglesina Fast table high chair that'll easily make you feel like the smartest parent in the room because it clamps right onto tables that are up to 3.5" thick! Now you don't have to rely on bulky high chairs crowding your space a moment longer. Amazon, It's made for ages 6–36 months and can support up to 37 pounds. Promising review:" My only regret is that we didn't buy this for our first child. We were so tired of losing space in our house to all the kid and baby things. We had a great high chair [and] loved it because we could move it from room to room. However, we have a smaller house, and it just always seemed to be in the way. This fixed the problem 100%. It's a minimalist dream. I love the color options because it goes with our home aesthetic now. Do not worry, it is very stable. I've never had a worry once that it would fall. Extremely secure and easy to move. We have it on our bar counter but can easily move it to our dining table. And if you like to eat out, this is the best option. It even had its own carrying bag built into the bottom of the seat. The tray is dishwasher safe, which I love. The seat says to wipe down or hand wash. I don't wipe it down on a regular basis, but for that really worked-in food or if your kid accidentally gets sick in it, I have thrown it in the washing machine many times. (Without the metal pieces.) Just make sure you buckle the straps together so they don't get twisted in the wash. It's beautiful; it's minimal. It's safe and secure. Even my toddler likes to try to sit in it once in a while." — Thick Witch Green House Get it from Amazon for $79+ (available in 12 colors and with or without a tray). 21. A 2-in-1 bath toy scoop and organizer when you want to tidy up after that chaotic tub playtime sesh much faster. Scoop 'em, store, 'em, then suction the quick-mesh dry basket to the wall. Tbh, this one's too genius not to share in the group text. Promising review:"I don't know why we didn't buy it sooner! It's so easy to clean after a bath now, just scoop, and all toys are in one place. It's super convenient that you can suction it to the wall, and it doesn't take up much space in the bathroom. Super happy with this purchase!!" — Ekaterina Cheremukhina Get it from Amazon for $12.99. 22. A car video monitor with a 4.3-inch display, 360-degree rotation, and a wide angle for a crisp, clear view of the backseat! This means you won't have to rely on wobbly baby mirrors that get full of gunk and smudges so quickly. Rather than pulling over every time they cry, you can glance at the monitor at a stoplight to check on them. Just a reminder to keep your eyes on the road when the car is in motion! Promising review:" I saw this product on TikTok and knew I wanted to try it. I LOOOOOVE this product! I hate trying to use my rearview mirror to look into her mirror to make sure she's okay. The quality of the video is great for the price, and I can easily see if my infant has spit up or I can see her mouth to shove a paci in if needed. I can see details like if her eyes are open or closed. The night vision isn't too bad but not as detailed but you can see enough. But overall for the price, I would buy this product again hands-down." — Michael Giblin Get it from Amazon for $26.99. 23. A Contigo spill-proof tumbler so you can be done cleaning up toddler-related messes that could've been easily avoided. Spills and leaks are no match for this brilliant cup. Bonus: It can go in the dishwasher *and* the straw twists apart for easy-peasy cleaning. Promising review: "100% leakproof. We had been on the hunt for my toddler to have a straw cup that didn't shoot water out the straw when dropped, laid down, etc. This one is perfect. Super easy to clean the straw twists apart for easy cleaning. Doesn't spill, doesn't leak. Definitely worth the money!" — Morgan M. Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in various colors/styles and as a two-pack). 24. A gross yet adorable Shrek-shaped toothpaste cap if your kid needs some coaxing to develop good brushing habits! They may even look forward to teeth brushings. Attach it to their toothpaste and you'll get the job done much faster, which is always a parenting win. Casual Chicken / Etsy Casual Chicken is a small business based in Irvine, California, that sells an array of unique 3D-printed items. Promising review:" THANK YOU for making my toddler's bedtime routine a little easier!! He now looks forward to brushing his teeth so he can watch Shrek "poop" toothpaste onto his toothbrush, LOL. Seriously the best $10 I ever spent!" — Natalie Duque Get it from Casual Chicken on Etsy for $11.99. 25. A pack of labeled chore sticks because it's been scientifically proven that turning tasks into a fun game is one of the best ways to get kids involved! You get 42 printed sticks and eight blank ones you can fill out. Dare I say, they might actually look forward to chore time. Amazon Plus, it includes a few surprise fun sticks to keep kids excited about the possibilities like: "dance to a song." Promising review:"Forget chore charts, these chore sticks are amazing! Our kids, (12, 10, and 8) are voluntarily doing chores so they can choose a stick and are begging for extra chore sticks!!! Love that there are blank sticks to add in our own chores to fit our family. Perfect!! You won't be disappointed! Fun genius way to get kids excited to do chores!!!!" — LuluFinn Get it from Amazon for $16.99. 26. A double-duty conditioning spray that not only leaves their hair soft and smooth, but also helps prevent lice with a blend of rosemary, citronella, tea tree, and geranium oils. No parent wants to receive that dreaded phone call from school about a lice outbreak, but this will give you peace of mind that you took preventative measures! This formula is made for all hair types and is free from sulfates, parabens, phthalates, gluten, soy, dairy, and nuts. Promising review: "Love this so much, we use it daily! We have survived one lice outbreak in school by using this product as a detangler daily, and I've used it ever since. My children have extremely long hair ranging from straight to very curly. This works on all of them, both for detangling and lice prevention. The scent is wonderful, clean, and subtle without the musk of some essential oils. We've reordered and reordered, it's a staple in our house. Try it! You won't be disappointed." — Hannah Jean Get it from Amazon for $12.48 (available in two sizes and as a two-pack). 27. Some stick-on fever indicators to help you get through the trying times that come with cold and flu season. Stick one on your child's head and it'll change colors to indicate the temperature. You can use it to help monitor their fever for up to 48 hours! Amazon Of course, these stickers aren't a replacement for a thermometer. But if your kid has a temp, these will help you keep track of whether their fever is spiking or going down. Promising reviews:" Best invention ever. I am able to proactively monitor my children's fever. Before this product, I always feared when they had a fever that maybe they had been feverish too long and it escaped my notice. This product gives me peace of mind because now at a glance I can tell if and when they are spiking." — sneeziesmurf "We had a stressful day of trying to keep our 3-year-old's fever down and he was exhausted. I had these in the cabinet and stuck one on at bedtime. It immediately lit up N, which matched the thermometer. While putting him to bed I saw it go to 99 so when I checked on him in 30 minutes I brought the thermometer '99.3.' We used it throughout the night to monitor whether or not we should wake him for more medicine. I think of it as a peace of mind sticker. He loves stickers and got a big kick out of it. He's had it on about 13 hours now with no complaints. There's a shiny N there now, and this paranoid mama still checks with a thermometer occasionally to make sure it's accurate." — Nateric Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $6.95. 28. A budget-friendly Pop2Play foldable indoor slide you'll feel wise for owning, especially on rainy days when kids are stuck inside. It pops up in just a few minutes for playtime and folds down flat for convenient storage when they're done. Push in the sturdy side flaps for extra reinforcement! The slide is capable of holding up to 50 pounds. Promising review:"I got this for my 2-year-old daughter's birthday and she LOVES it. She is a little nervous on the playground and she took to this right away. It folds down easily and sets up easily — the design is brilliant. It was actually so easy that I watched the 30-second setup video just to be sure I got it right lol. My 8-year-old son got on it too and it held up. We live in an apartment so this is something that she can climb on safely without taking up a ton of space. Love this product!!" — jenna Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in two styles). 29. A sleep-training clock because as much as you love your mini-me, you still need your ZZZs! It uses vibrant colors and cute facial expressions to teach 'em when it's bedtime and when it's time to get up. There are three sleep sound options, six night-light colors, and adjustable brightness settings. Watch this parent share why this sleep trainer is one of their "best parenting hacks" in this TikTok. Promising review:" My 2-year-old started getting up at 6:30 instead of 7:30 and was ready for the day. I saw this on TikTok, so I ordered it and explained to him how if Mella is red, we have to sleep, and when Mella turns green, it's time to play. The first night, he sat up a couple of times in the night and looked at it and laid back down. We've been using it for almost a week, and he stays in bed until it's green without any crying or complaining, so it fixed my problem so fast! You do have to toggle the night light on to red if you want it in all night. You could choose other colors, too, but red and green worked well since he has a car seat with red and green stop lights, so easy connection. Anyway, I highly recommend it! He loves to check on Mella during the day and see if it's asleep." — Mpt2 Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in four colors). 30. An activity table so cleaning up after hours of playing games is an absolute breeze. It has a roomy storage drawer that you can sweep everything right into. You'll never have to cry out in pain after stepping on a rogue Lego again! This table is designed for ages 3 and up. Promising review:"If your kids have Legos, you NEED this table. I think this is one of the best purchases I've made for my kids, I wish I would have got it a couple of years ago. Now there is no more stepping on Legos on the floor or finding Legos in every box and drawer in the house. Now I can sit on the sofa rather than the floor when my kids want me to help them build. The kids now keep all the Legos together on the table or in the drawers. Love it!" — mary Get it from Amazon for $97.99+ (available in three colors). 31. A wonderfully compact Doona Liki Trike when you want something that can grow with your child. It can be used in parent push mode for babies as young as 10 months, then it transforms into a tricycle for kids up to 3 years old! As they become more active and adventurous, they'll love riding this thing around on all your travels. Former BuzzFeeder Chandini Reddy says: "I'm not sure who's more OBSESSED with our Liki toddler or me? My active toddler, who absolutely hates being strapped into his stroller, loves that it allows him to sit upright and steer the handles (while I push him) making him feel like he's in control and going on an adventure. It has made trips to the park/mall/zoo so much easier because it is lighter than our stroller *and* folds up tiny taking up minimal trunk space. (We also took it on a flight recently and were amazed at how easily it fit in the airplane overhead bin!) My fave feature is how seamlessly it steers. Unlike other trikes, you don't need to awkwardly force it to change directions. In fact, my 5-year-old has no trouble navigating my 2-year-old around the park. The best part? My little one is so happy riding around on this thing that he's had barely any meltdowns when we're out and about. I'd say that's a huge win!" Get it from Amazon for $250+ (available in four sizes and eight colors). 32. An Itzy Ritzy adjustable stroller organizer for parents who know the struggle of trying to juggle all their belongings *and* their kids' stuff. Now you'll have a place for the essentials in the form of a chic accessory that'll earn you endless compliments on the playground. Amazon, Itzy Ritzy is a small biz owned by parents of three babes that specializes in creating safe, stylish parenting gear. Promising review:"I love this stroller caddy! I switch it between strollers whenever we go anywhere. I have four kids and a lot of things to hold. The cup holders on our stroller aren't large enough to hold my phone, so this works perfect. Mine and my husband's phones, keys, snacks, anything you need easy access to. Definitely makes being out and about easier with a 2-month-old!" — AudraD Get it from Amazon for $25.45+ (available in eight styles). 33. A drool-worthy microwave s'mores maker to facilitate a fun and delicious activity for kids without too much prep — no open fire needed! You'll have mouthwatering s'mores ready for consumption in just 30 seconds. It's super simple to use! Just fill the water reservoir, put your s'mores ingredients on the tray (up to two of them), and pop in the microwave for 30 seconds. The marshmallow and chocolate will heat at the same time — leaving you with one delicious treat. Promising review: "This is a very cute gadget. I saw this on a TikTok and fell for it lol. I'm glad I did. My kids and I have so much fun making instant s'mores. They're done in about 30–40 seconds with literally no cleanup. The marshmallow doesn't melt over so you basically can just run hot water over it to remove a few crumbs from crackers and be done." — Shawna G. Get it from Amazon for $12.18. 34. A Smart Lab human body toy if your lil' Einstein is a big fan of hands-on learning. It comes with 21 removable body parts and squishy organs so they'll be plenty interested in learning about human anatomy! Amazon, It also comes with a 24-page illustrated anatomy book! Promising review:"I love that this is an accurate 3D puzzle of the human body. It is so fun to play with my daughter. She was learning all sorts of anatomy without even realizing it. This thing is genius. It is sturdy enough that I don't worry kids will break it. The organs need to be treated with respect, of course, and an adult will probably need to help reassemble things the first few times. Tons of fun, though." — Rocky Balboa Get it from Amazon for $27.98. 35. A sensory swing made of a sturdy, stretchy two-layer cotton fabric when the mini acrobat in your life could benefit from some fun yet safe bouncing and swinging. They'll burn off excess energy in a way that doesn't involve their eyeballs being glued to a screen. It's official — you're a certified genius ✅. Rest Nests / Etsy It comes fully pre-assembled and includes the necessary hardware for secure hanging. Rest Nests is a small biz based in Israel started by a mom who created these hammocks as a way to give parents "an extra pair of hands" for entertaining kids. Promising review:" My 4 1/2-year-old daughter loves this swing! We have it installed in a French door frame and has been very secure. She loves to swing while we are cooking or hanging out. I anticipate it will get so much love over the years. We love having it indoors during the winter since playgrounds aren't as practical. It was one of her favorite Christmas presents." — Chris Wiegand Get it from Rest Nests on Etsy for $116 (available in 10 colors and two hanger styles). 36. A gentle but effective baby nail trimmer so you can tame your tiny tot's talons without it leading to screaming and tears. Parents love the whisper-quiet design and that it's way easier to use than standard nail clippers. Amazon The nail clipper set comes with three cushioned sandpapers safe for babies and children, as well as three attachments for adult use. Added bonus: You can even trim their nails in the dark while they're sleeping, thanks to the built-in LED light. Promising review:"Using this product is so much easier than clipping a baby's nails with clippers. With traditional clippers, you have to worry about clipping their little fingers. This tool is so much easier. My little one doesn't even flinch or resist with this. She is honestly amused by the tool. Anyone can use this as it is very simple. It does a wonderful job at trimming and smoothing at the same time." — Kristen Beatty Get it from Amazon for $24.99. Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.
