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16-04-2025
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42 Products To Help Parents Trying To Survive In The Trenches Of Toddlerhood
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. We'll get by with a little help from our friends (our friends = these products). Helllooooo parents, my name is Heather, and at the time I'm writing this, my son is 3 and my daughter is almost 1 (so you know I get *it*). So, a lot of these items I've personally tested out! I can happily tell you *all* about what has worked for my family, but kindly wanted to note that I'm aware every kid is different! So, what worked for me may not work for you. But hey, it's worth a shot. Right? 1. A diaper bag–friendly Welly first aid kit packed with anything you might need in case your tot takes a tumble. It includes fabric bandages in various sizes and fun colors kids will love, triple antibiotic first aid ointment packets, 1% hydrocortisone cream packets, and cleansing wipes. You'll be a shoo-in for Parent of the Year when you break this out to fix a scraped knee. Amazon I've used Welly products for years and will not shut up about them. Yes, their bandages come in many fun prints and styles, but more importantly, they *actually* stay on and protect cuts and scrapes! The waterproof ones are also fantastic. I love that this kit comes in a tin, so everything stays nicely sorted. Definitely a must-have for parents hitting up the playgrounds. Promising review:"Absolutely love this little emergency kit! I keep one in the car and one in our pool bag. Great to have for the inevitable scrapes and boo-boos that happen with kids. I love that it comes with cleaning materials, and the bandages actually STICK, which is great." — John Get it from Amazon for $13.99. 2. An over-the-door stuffed animal organizer, because somehow at the age of two, your child has accumulated a concerning amount of plush pals. This will *attempt* to keep 'em contained and hopefully save your back from lots of bending to put them back in a basket on the floor. Honeyera is a small business that sells items specifically designed to keep kids' toys organized. Promising review:"This holds a ton of stuffed animals. I bought it for my two girls, who share a room, and their beds are overrun with stuffies. This holds so much so they can still be on display; it's easy for them to get them in and out except for the top basket, and it matches their room colors. Great quality and easy to use." — The Word Of A King Get it from Amazon for $28.95 (available in nine colors). 3. A travel urinal — a saving grace for when your child, once again, has to pee while you're out and about enjoying the refreshing springtime weather even though you *JUST* asked them 10x if they had to go. Watch this mom's review on TikTok. Promising review:" I purchased this for my son and our long car trips. How many times can we pull over to potty on a three-and-a-half hour car trip? Ask my 4-year-old. When I saw this, I couldn't resist. We brought it along, and when he had to pee, no problem. It's only a little gross when you dump it later. Well designed, definitely recommend." — Evan Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in eight colors). 4. Or a Frida Baby fold-and-go potty seat that'll bring you peace of mind, knowing your toddler's tush never has to touch a grime-filled public toilet. It comes with a travel bag that'll fit easily in your diaper bag or regular tote bag if you're just running a quick errand with your toddler. We're in the midst of potty training my toddler, and the hardest part has definitely been his need to pee whenever we're out of the house. I ordered this seat, and it's become an essential item in any bag I carry. It folds up nice and small; it's not bulky to toss in a tote bag or the diaper bag. I can whip it out quickly (ideally before he has an accident) and pop it onto any toilet seat. So far, we've used it in the airport, at my parents' house, and in several stores and restaurants. I wipe it down with a disinfectant wipe after we use it and move on to the next chaotic moment of our day. Promising review:"My toddler loves her little training potty but would not sit on regular toilets at home or elsewhere. I purchased this foldable potty seat and started using it at home so she would get comfortable with it, making her comfortable using it outside of the home. I love that it puts a barrier between her and public bathroom seats. It is a very good quality design. It's easily foldable and stable. It has a rubber lip around the edge to keep it from slipping on the toilet seat when my toddler sits on it. No leakage or complaints. It's easy to clean or wipe down on the go. Would 100% recommend to all my mom friends." — Jess Get it from Amazon for $10.48. 5. And a portable pack of soap sheets, because entering a public bathroom is grime-y enough without having to worry "will there be soap left in the dispenser???" These will melt away in your hands and ensure they'll be squeaky clean (very important after changing your kiddo's diaper or helping them wipe their adorable little butt). Promising review:"I'm thrilled to have purchased these! Amazing soap sheets. The scents are not overwhelming. I have sensitive skin and, does not irritate my skin. Hands feel soft, clean and smells great. My 6-year-old son loves these. With pretty much everything still closed down, due to COVID-19, we have been doing a lot more outdoor activities. It's nice to have soap handy when in middle of hiking or biking and, need to wash hands before eating lunch. I would strongly recommend these soap sheets." — Ann Get three packs of 100 sheets each from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in lemon, orange, lavender, a variety pack of the three scents, or unscented). 6. Sink extenders so you won't need to muster up Herculean strength every time your surprisingly dense toddler wants to wash their sticky little paws. We're working on potty training my toddler, which comes with the added routine of constant handwashing. He's itching to be independent in all ways (yay) so I knew it was time to add these to my cart. They slip over the two very different faucets in my bathrooms and have truly made it easier than ever for my son to wash his hands (with the help of a step stool, of course). These should be mandatory in every toddler's home! Promising review:" Must-have for toddlers and small children! LOVE this! My 1- and 3-year-old love washing their hands now and my back gets a nice break. Adding the faucet extenders and a stepstool to our bed time/morning routine has been a godsend. Great bargain for the price." — TeaBea21 Get a two-pack from Amazon for $6.59. 7. And a pack of brilliant light switch extenders that'll let tykes turn them on all on their own! Don't be surprised if you catch them humming Kelly Clarkson's "Miss Independent" soon. These install in minutes on standard light switches. When we turned our son's crib into a toddler bed (aka giving him freedom to come/go) his biggest complaint was that in the morning it was "dark." He is only tall enough to turn his light OFF but not on! So, we ordered this product and it was the perfect solution. Took two minutes (literally) to install and now he's happy as a clam (most of the time). Promising review:" Must-have for toddlers! Perfect solution! As my toddler's independence soars, so do frustrations. This light switch extender pack was a great buy. He can now turn on the lights in his room and bathroom. Installation was easy and works as expected." — AW Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.99. 8. Ms. Rachel's "Potty Time With Bean" book — a must-have for toddler parents who are in the midst of tackling potty training. The book features a sweet, motivational story about a little bear who is learning to use the potty (with Ms. Rachel for support, of course). It has reward stickers in the back and tips/tricks for parents! We're in our potty training era here, and this board book has been an integral part of our process. My son adores Ms. Rachel (who doesn't?) and recognized Bean when we passed the book in a store. So, we tossed it in the cart and took it home to start this ever-stressful endeavor. Anytime my son sits on the potty he asks me to read "The Bean book" and whenever he successfully goes he gets rewarded with one of the stickers from the book. There's even a handwashing song in it that he's taken to heart and sings every time he washes up after using the potty. If you want to take things to the next level there's also a Potty Time with Bean toy! Promising review: " The quality of this is great, and the books are nice and tough, so littles won't be able to rip them or anything. It's very good quality, and it is a book made to last! It's also fantastic and is really helping with teaching the littles in your life how to use the potty. Thank you, Ms. Rachel!" — End Up Here Get it from Amazon for $6.99. 9. A massive 160-piece pack of sidewalk chalk they'll be *so* excited over they might just forget to pester you about extra screen time — encourage them to create all kinds of art at the playground or leave funny pictures for passersby. I can confirm my toddler will happily plop down and play with chalk for longer than you'd think. A set as big as this one will help entertain the entire block's worth of kiddos! Promising review:"If there's one thing kids love, it's drawing and unleashing their creativity! This chalk box is perfect for turning any sidewalk or backyard into a giant canvas. The colors are vibrant; the chalks are durable, and best of all — hours of screen-free fun! It helps develop motor skills while encouraging imagination and outdoor play." — Familia Black Belt Get it from Amazon for $27.99. 10. A custom name-stamp tool to label your tyke's coat in hopes it'll stop getting mixed up with their daycare bestie's jacket that just so happens to be the exact same color. Their teachers will thank you too. Amazon It'll also work great on lunchboxes, backpacks, and water bottles! The ink is nontoxic, odorless, and will stay put on clothing being put through the wash several times. Label Land is a small business! Check out Amazon reviewer's video review to see the stamp in action here! Get it from Amazon for $11.95 (available in nine styles). 11. A sunscreen applicator that'll make covering your mini-me from head to toe a whole lot easier — especially if they're squirmy! Pour the lotion inside this travel size container, flip it upside down, shake it, and apply. No mess and no stress. Amazon Check out how easy it is to apply sunscreen with this clever gadget in this TikTok. Solar Buddies is a small business based in the UK, founded by two moms, who set out to develop a product that would make applying sunscreen on kiddos easier. As a parent myself, I can confirm this gadget is fantastic. During the summer I'd keep one in my diaper bag to ensure my son was protected from the sun at any given moment. He loved being "painted" and I loved knowing applying sunscreen wasn't going to be a fight. Promising review:" I hesitated, but I originally saw this item on TikTok and knew it would make life SO MUCH easier when it comes to putting sunscreen on myself and my kids, and I have to say, I am NOT disappointed!! The sunscreen goes on so smoothly and evenly, and I feel like I will be saving so much sunscreen now that I'm not just squirting a huge glob in my hands and spending so much time trying to rub in a ridiculous amount into mine and my children's skin. My only regret with buying these is that I wish I would have bought a couple more so that I could have different ones for each of the sunscreens we use! But I will be recommending these to everyone!" — Carmen Get a pack of two from Amazon for $23.98+ (available in four colors and in three-packs). 12. A bug bite suction tool invented by a mom that sucks the irritating part right out of an insect bite with a pull of the plunger — it's so easy your kiddo can definitely do it themselves (if they stop screaming long enough because, duh,, they got bit by a bug). See it in action on TikTok. Bug Bite Thing is a small business. Promising review:"I saw this product on TikTok and had to get it. I'm super glad I did. My daughter and I always get a ton of mosquito bites, and this helps alleviate the itching as soon as you pull the suction back. It's great." — Rebekka Talley Get it from Amazon for $9.95+ (also available in two-packs and three-packs). 13. A car seat buckle release tool that'll save both your nails and your precious time! No one wants to struggle to open those (thankfully) extremely secure buckles while their kiddo is hitting a pitch that could likely break glass. This gadget doesn't attach to the car seat, so no need to fret about kiddos unbuckling themselves while you're driving. UnbuckleMe is a small business! Promising review:"Love that my kindergartner can unbuckle himself. It makes morning school drop-off SO MUCH EASIER! And he likes the independence of being able to do it himself!" — Lauren Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in seven colors). 14. A sand removal bag filled with a talc-free, reef-friendly powder to help remove the pesky particles your kiddo will likely have all over them after rolling around in the local playground's Amazon See it in action on TikTok. Shakalo is a San Diego–based small business that started to figure out a way to help people, especially parents remove sand before leaving the beach. The soft fabric pouch allows the powder to remove the sand without scattering everywhere. Promising review:"We recently moved to a beach area, and we are constantly there. This item has changed our entire lives! It lasts decently long (depending on how much you use it), it smells super good (not at all like baby powder), and it's super effective. It has saved me from vacuuming my car at least 1x–2x a week. I even use it on my dogs' paws and bellies to make sure they're taken care of. I will definitely be buying the refill and another bag to have exclusively in the car." — Gabbs Uresti Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two sizes). 15. Polarized toddler sunglasses that fold up super small so when your tyke decides they no longer want to wear them, you can stash them in your pocket or diaper bag without accidentally snapping them in half. Promising review:"We purchased the foldable sunglasses for our 7-year-old grandson, and they've exceeded our expectations. The foldability is incredibly convenient, making them easy to store in a small bag or even his pocket. The sunglasses are very well made, with a sturdy frame that has stood up to quite a bit of rough handling. They're also very comfortable, and my grandson loves wearing them. The vibrant colors are a big hit, and he enjoys to wear each day. Overall, the sunglasses are a fantastic purchase, combining convenience, durability, and style in one package." — Victor X. Get them from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in sets of two and a variety of colors). 16. A Bentgo kids lunchbox with an excellent seal and separate compartments to ensure the orange you carefully peeled 1. won't mix with the pretzels *you* also packed and 2. won't leak out into your kid's backpack. My son has this lunchbox! It's SO efficient at sealing shut that, honestly, sometimes I have a hard time closing it. The compartments are big enough to fit several snacks and an apple sauce pouch (most of which he *does not* eat. That being said, it's sturdy and has held up to being toted around for nearly a year! Promising review:"The perfect lunchbox! It has a compartment for everything my children need for lunch and fits perfectly in their lunch bags, leaving room for drinks and snacks. The durability of these is great. My son has been using his for four years and is still in perfect condition. It's easy to use, and my toddler can open and close it herself. Highly recommend it if you're looking for a kid-friendly lunchbox that holds up over time!" — Hillary Combest Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in 28 styles). 17. A pack of spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers so your kiddo can take their fave snack with them while venturing to different areas of the playground or enjoy a lil' nibble of something while en route to a playdate. I swear by these! I rarely leave the house without one of these filled to the brim with Cheerios to stave off my tykes' endless need for snacks. My son can typically be found with one of these in hand while hanging out in his car seat. And now that my daughter is also a snack fiend (but doesn't yet understand how to reach into the cup and take a snack out) I fill one for her as well and toss it into my bag, knowing nothing will spill out of it while we're on-the-go. Promising review:"After having my 18-month-old crush her graham crackers in the bag and then toss it all up in the air covering herself and everyone and everything in graham cracker powder (including the interior of my car), I had enough. These cups are a godsend! They are the perfect size for her hand and she can't just yank the top off. She likes the independence they grant her and my husband likes not having to strip her car seat and have the car detailed over cracker crumbs." — Shawny Get a pack of two from Amazon for $5.96+ (available in three color combos and in two count sizes). 18. Or a snack spinner with five compartments for kids who like to diversify their palate when on the go, and by "diversify," I mean they want Goldfish, graham crackers, cereal, yogurt bites, *and* fruit all at once. Why is it so hard to satiate a toddler?! GoBe is a small business! Promising review: "A friend told us about this and it saved us on our first flight with our 1-year-old. Not only is it great for holding a variety of snacks, it served as great entertainment also. He loved watching it spin and pressing the button, and opening and closing the door. It entertained him for a lot longer than any other toy we had. A must have for traveling with a toddler, we won't go on another trip without it." — Nicole A. Get it from Amazon for $27.95+ (available in two sizes and seven colors). 19. A portable car vacuum that'll help you battle the seemingly endless amount of dirt, sand, and cracker crumbs that have made themselves right at home in the hard-to-reach crevices of your toddler's car seat. Yuck. Promising review:"I bought this product for my minivan and the messy little humans who ride in it. It does an EXCELLENT job cleaning up after them. This product can get in the little crevices and tiny places, and it comes with a brush that I used to be able to round up all the hair and random things that a normal vacuum would leave behind. It's easy to empty, easy to clean, and it does a great job." — Jillian Barr Get it from Amazon for $34.99. 20. A Tushbaby hip carrier you may have seen across your TikTok travels — it's a must-buy for your back if you've got a Stage 5 clinger for a toddler (siiiiigh) but don't want to let that stop you from getting outdoors. It *also* has a ton of pockets for storage so you won't have to lug around an additional bag to hold your phone, wallet, and keys. It's recommended for children between 8 and 45 pounds and can be used in four different holding positions — feeding/breastfeeding, side carrying, front facing, and face-to-face. Tushbaby is a small business run by three California mamas and specializes in products that bring a little more ease to everyday parenting life. Promising review: "My 1-year-old is super wiggly and so heavy. The TushBaby helps to solve that because I can't put her in a regular carrier for more than five minutes before she gets upset. Using this carrier, I can pick her up and put her down to explore and much as needed and it really helps alleviate all the weight off my back. I use it around the house as well as when we're out. Very convenient and quick to put on and adjust." — Nadia M Get it from Amazon for $84.99. 21. A travel busy board packed with activities that'll keep your toddler from asking you a zillion questions like, "Is that a red light?" "Why are we listening to your music, Mom?" "Why is the sky blue?" while you're trying to drive. They'll keep their head down and their fingers busy so you can enjoy some peace. Amazon Promising review:"Perfect for a long car ride or desk play. My son was very entertained by it. Perfect for my 5-month-old and 4-year-old. Stuff for both of them to use and share. They've been playing with it for months, and everything remains intact." — Danielle Blackwell Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two styles). 22. And/or a Melissa and Doug On the Go Water Wow! Reusable Water-Reveal Activity Pad you'll want to tell all of your parenting friends about. Keep one of these with the pen filled in your tote or diaper bag, and you'll *always* have a way to keep your kiddo entertained when you're in a bind. These activity pads have become one of my go-to parenting products! My son will sit and "color" for a decent amount of time, and I love that he learns while he does. All you have to do is fill the pen with some water, then securely twist the back onto it so it doesn't leak out all over (been there). I packed one as a surprise for a recent flight, and my toddler was *SO* excited. It kept him busy and didn't make a mess — big win for Mom! Promising review: " This kept my little one entertained on a 5-hour flight. I especially love how it can be used over again once it dries back up! Great price!" — morenog Get a pack of two from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in six styles). 23. A bottle of Angry Orange Pet Odor Eliminator to add to your shopping list even if you *don't* have a pet — it's a must-have for potty training parents with kiddos who are still having accidents left and right throughout the house. Angry Orange is a small business! Promising review:"This odor eliminator is truly amazing and a fantastic solution! With a toddler who is potty training, we faced challenges when she had accidents on the carpet. Toddler urine is notoriously hard to remove, and even after using a vac-style rug cleaner twice, the smell lingered. However, this product covered it up beautifully. Even after it dried, the odor was barely detectable unless you got really close to the carpet. I believe that a few more sprays over time will help eliminate it entirely. Plus, it has a pleasant citrus scent that doesn't smell harsh or chemical-like. All in all, I'm really impressed with its effectiveness; it's the only product that has worked this well for us!" — Collin M. Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three sizes). 24. A jar of internet-beloved The Pink Stuff, which is an all-purpose cleaning paste that'll help you tackle all of your kid-made messes but make it *~pretty in pink~* at the same time. Your kiddo's attempt at Piccasso-ing your walls won't scare this cleaning product. 😅 Promising review:" A must-have for toddler moms! My 3-year-old recently decided to channel his inner Van Gogh on our stairwell wall, and red crayon was EVERYWHERE. I tried every possible cleaning solution, and nothing was getting it off. I heard about the Pink Stuff on TikTok and decided it was worth a shot. This stuff is a miracle worker! With a sponge and some elbow grease, I was able to remove all the crayon within 10 minutes. There's absolutely no trace of the crayon left, and it didn't ruin my paint!" — Casey Blaine " If you have toddlers, this is a MUST! This stuff is amazing. It gets out crayon, ink, permanent marker, literally whatever way your toddler decides to unknowingly destroy your home — this stuff cleans it up. Will be giving this to all expectant parents as a gift from now on. Forget that cute onesie. They need this. 10/10" — Diana Get it from Amazon for $5.97. 25. Puracy enzyme-based spot cleaner that'll have your little one's clothes looking like you just pulled them off the rack in a store instead of out from under a car tire. You can also use it on carpets, bedding, cloth diapers, etc. Promising review:"I just purchased this. It took stains out of baby clothes and I used it on the fabric on a toddler chair and it looks brand new. I wish I would have taken before and after photos! Love it already! I had read some reviews about it leaking during shipping but I received it with a tight lid in a bag with a spray too lid separate so no leaking!" — Brianne Get it from Amazon for $22.49. 26. A pack of Tide To Go pens, because even if you already own one you'd absolutely benefit from stocking up and keeping one in every bag you own — no more worrying about ruining your favorite pants when your toddler squeezes their juice box so aggressively it squirts out all over you (sigh). Promising review:"I used this on my daughter's doll that couldn't be put in the washer due to having a voice box. She's had this doll for a while, it's had juice applied on it, the dog has stolen it a few times, plus the material just attracts dirt and fuzz balls. Holy crap what a difference! Saved me from having to go buy a new one." — Chery Get a pack of three from Amazon for $6.49. 27. Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater Spray you'll be very glad you bought after your kid decides to perfect *slide into home base* during their T-ball game. No need to sweat those stains — you can just cheer 'em on, knowing this spray will get those clothes looking fresh again later. Promising review:"My 1-year-old has taco meat stains ALL over the sleeves of his shirt. The stains were 2–3 days old, too. I sprayed the shirt, let it sit for about 15 mins, and then washed the shirt with regular laundry soap. Almost every bit of the stains came out. Definitely buying bulk in this product!" — Sloan Avery Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in a variety of quantities) 28. Grandma's Secret, a spot remover to remind you of all the concoctions your own grandma used to whip up to banish stains from her home. It'll make blood (!!!) pet stains, oil, paint, and other pesky substances vanish into thin air. Promising review:"This stuff is so amazing. I'm a witness. My 2-year-old baby wrote all over my white leather couch. I tried many different things and nothing worked but Grandma's Secret Spot Remover. I love this stuff." — L. Nix Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.99. 29. A stainless steel cleaner you can count on to help you (temporarily) banish all of those sticky little toddler-sized fingerprints that have somehow made their way across your fridge and dishwasher.... This plant-based cleaner will remove streaks, smudges, and fingerprints from all stainless steel surfaces — sounds very therapeutic to me! Additionally, Therapy Clean is a small business! Promising review:"This is by far the best stainless steel cleaner I have ever used. So easy to apply and I wipe it off with a clean microfiber cloth. It lasts months and I have twin toddlers that are always touching my appliances. No finger prints at all. I highly recommend. Completely safe , no chemicals. Great product." — martha Get it from Amazon for $19.95. 30. A leave-in conditioning spray for curly hair free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates you can count on to revive your mini-me's precious curls after an eventful night of rolling around like a wild thing. (How do they get such intense bed head?!?) Reviewers say this spray will leave wavy or curly hair (from 2a–4c hair) shiny, soft, and bouncy. SoCozy is a small business! Promising review:"This leave-in conditioner spray has worked so well with my daughter's hair. It smells amazing after her showers! Definitely a must-have." — Diana Beger " This stuff is fantastic for curly girls! I spray it in my daughter's dry hair in the morning, run my fingers through her ringlets (never ever comb or brush curly hair dry), then clip the top back. It smells amazing, and the price on Amazon is better than other national retailers I've found it at. The price is worth it. Minimizes frizz and keeps curls soft and natural-looking. My daughter has soft/fine thick hair." — Carolyn Smith Get it from Amazon for $6.71 (also available in a two pack). 31. Plus a pack of hair bow ties in any color you might possibly need to transform your toddler from a terror into a tiny treasure (or, at least, their hair). It'll be a major upgrade from trying to twist minuscule rubber bands around their locks *and then* fastening a hairbow while their already-slim patience is wearing thin. Amazon I ordered these for my daughter because, as stated above, I'm tired of fighting with tiny rubber bands! She also is *not* a fan of having said rubber bands removed at the end of the day (I can't imagine why!). Anyway, I'm hoping these will make getting a bow into her hair (and keeping her hair out of her eyes) easier. I also purchased this container to keep track of her new accessories neatly! Promising review:"For the price, amount, and quality, you should definitely get them. They are adorable; my daughter likes wearing these way more than little clip-in bows." — Mikayla Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in various colors and sets). 32. A 3-in-1 Frida Baby Infrared thermometer with a built-in sensor that'll make taking your tyke's temperature a breeze. You can also remove the tip and use it as an inner-ear thermometer and use it to take your own as well! Perfect for any parents who err on the side of caution and find themselves checking their kiddo's temp anytime they look a bit flushed (ahem, me). Amazon, My son is prone to getting *very* high fevers, so I've always needed to have a reliable thermometer on hand. I truly love the Frida Baby one (and, honestly, everything the brand makes), as it can be used in more than one way. I like having the option to take his temperature on his forehead and in his ear, then compare the two to feel like I have a pretty accurate reading. It lights up green if the temperature is good and red if it's a bit too high (or low!). It's so easy to use. My 2.5-year-old has learned how to use it on his own (he likes to check his stuffed animals for fevers, haha). I've literally never had to change the batteries, and I've had it for over a year! Promising review:"So easy to use!! Popped it straight out the box and was able to use without instructions. In fact even my 3-year-old was able to use it on her own without my help. Definitely a must have!" — Nichelle Get it from Amazon for $29.99. 33. Plus, Frida Baby Natural Vapor Bath Bombs filled with eucalyptus and lavender, so when your little one inevitably does get sick, you'll be ready to go with a soothing bathtime edition that'll help clear their sinuses and relax their little body. Amazon My poor kids visited the pediatrician basically weekly the past winter thanks to a variety of illnesses (you name it; we probably had it). I tried quite a few products to help get them feeling a bit better when they were feverish, snotty, coughing, etc, and these vapor bombs did the trick. I would toss one into a pre-bedtime bath and let the soothing scent open up my kids' nostrils/soothe their achy little bodies. My toddler wasn't a fan until I let him pop them into this " magic brush" and encouraged him to "paint" with the fizzy bubbles. Whatever works, amiright?! Promising review:"Will forever be keeping these on hand! My daughter loves her 'bath fizzy' and requests them now. Bought them originally when she was sick with RSV to help open her up before bed but they have become essential around here. She definitely seems to sleep better when we use them during bath/before bed! The smell is great and not overwhelming." — B Reese Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $19.99. 34. A 10-pack of colorful unisex HonestBaby tees that'll refresh your kiddo's closet for spring with their latest size and without any extra stress for Mom or Dad. Apologies, though, I can't offer any advice on how to get them from rolling around like a feral creature when you try to get the shirt on 'em... Heather Braga / BuzzFeed, Amazon I bought these for my toddler in January 2024, and they have held up SO well! Lucky for me, he's on the smaller side, so when I first received the 2T size, they were a bit big on him. Over a year later, they still fit! They've washed beautifully over the last year or so, are soft, and my son loves that they don't have a tag. I love that they have so many colors in the set; they've been easy to match with other things he already owns. Will definitely order the pack again the next time he has a growth spurt. Promising review:"I'm really impressed with this product! It's exactly what I needed and offers great performance for the price. The quality is solid, and it's very easy to use. Shipping was fast, and it arrived in perfect condition. Highly recommend if you're looking for something reliable and affordable!" — Jose Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $29.87+ (available in sizes newborn–7Y and eight sets). 35. A grape cutter because who on earth wants to spend their precious time cutting grapes??? This lil' gadget will ensure your kiddo's favorite fruit is the perfect size without costing you an entire afternoon. Promising reviews:" Must have if you have toddlers. Wish I knew of this sooner. Has made it so much easier to cut grapes for my toddler. Now can do it one-handed when my LO won't let me set him down to cut the fruit. I have also used it to cut blueberries and blackberries." — Crystal Albertin "If your toddler loves grapes, this is a MUST-HAVE! So much easier than cutting into 4ths with a knife." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $9.59. 36. And an apple corer and cutter for when your oh-so-precious toddler says "I don't want grapes, I want apple!!!!!" It'll pop out 16 snackable slices with just a push — a must have for any apple lover, TBH! Promising review:"Good for anyone who cares for children! I love this thing! Makes prepping lunches and snacks so much faster! It was hard to find this size, but my kids prefer the smaller apple slices and this works great. Just center over the apple and push down; when it gets close to the bottom flip the gray part under it, set it on the counter, and push down. Perfect apple slices pop out easily!" — mom of 3 busy kids Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four colors). 37. Classic Crocs, because there are few things as adorable and terrifying as a kid running at full speed in a pair of clogs. OK, but in all seriousness, they are the most effortless shoes to get on your mini-me when they're itching to get outside STAT. Promising review:"Got my almost 2-year-old a size 8 (he's a big kid), and they're just a tiny bit big, but he'll grow. As soon as we got them, he didn't want to take them off. Love that I was also able to get my husband a pair." — Emily Get them from Amazon for $30.48+ (available in toddler sizes 4–10, little kid sizes 1–13, big kid sizes 4–6 and a ton of styles). Plus, check out Crocs for the whole fam! 38. A quirky tape measure, level, and protractor all-in-one for kids who would love nothing more than to be able to lend a hand the next time you decide to take on a home improvement project. It measures up to eight feet (!!!) and has a built-in kid-safe retraction (no tears, please). Next, you'll have to teach them the age-old motto: "measure twice, cut once." Amazon Handy Famm is a small business! My toddler is forever eager to help my husband build anything and everything, so this was a no-brainer stocking stuffer for him this past Christmas. The second he sees Dad's tools out, he runs to grab his own measuring tape to get involved. The bird's face on the measuring tape is funny to me because he looks as tired as I feel. All jokes aside, this little item has been great for quick measurements and showing my son how to use a level! It's super kid-friendly, and I'll absolutely keep it in mind to suggest to other parents with tykes who want to help/learn about building! Promising review: "My grandson was forever playing with his dad's metal measuring tape, so I purchased this for his birthday. He loves it and it can't cut or harm him. Great purchase for curious kids who want to be like dad!" — Barb A. Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in three colors and in dog versions). 39. A Toniebox Audio Player Starter Set, which is essentially a tiny stereo toddlers can control all on their own just by swapping out which character magnetically sits on top of it. Each individual figure tells different stories and sings different songs — it's a great way to keep kids entertained without a screen. Amazon, Heather Braga / BuzzFeed This toy has bought me so much time. My son adores his — even though he's only 2 and he has had no problem understanding how to turn the Toniebox on, change the volume, and place different characters on top to tell various stories. He's a big fan, as am I! It can also be used while it's charging, so there's no need to worry about your toddler having a meltdown if they want to play with it while the battery is drained (phew). This specific kit comes with the Toniebox as well as Tonies figures of Elsa, Anna, Olaf and Playtime Puppy There are so many different Tonies you can add to keep the fun going — check 'em out. Get it from Amazon for $139.99 (available in two colors). 40. A Magna-Tiles set that'll surely be a big hit with any budding architect. They can use it to build all kinds of cool 3D structures, then knock 'em down and start again the next day. My son loves sorting all the tiles by color and then building rainbow-colored towers, in case you're in need of some easy-to-build inspo. ✨ Heather Braga / BuzzFeed The set comes with translucent magnetic pieces to build 3D creations all day. Recommended for ages 3 and up. My 2-year-old is a BIG fan of Magna-Tiles and, honestly, so am I. They're really fun to play with! There's so much you can build with them! You can choose to follow the guidebooks that come with the sets or go rogue and make your own masterpiece. We're also loving the new glittery Magna-Tiles castle (it comes with a dragon! My favorite thing about them is how easy they are to clean up. While we *also* love Lego, they are a serious pain to clean. The Magna-Tiles take seconds to clean up because you can quickly stack them all magnetically then put them away. I've made my life (and clean up) much EASIER by getting this Magna-Tile storage bin (which also comes with a cool play mat). Promising reviews:"These magnets are great for independent toddler play! My 3-year-old loves building and creating with these. I suggest you buy a larger set. We have a set with over 100 pieces, but I bought this set as a Christmas gift! He is always wishing he had more pieces to finish his masterpieces." — Kayla M Get it from Amazon for $49.99 for a 32-piece set or $119.99 for a 100-piece set. 41. A Boon folding toddler tower you can stow away when your tyke isn't begging you to use it. (So, never?) It's sturdy, has grippy nonslip feet, an adjustable height, and is exactly what your dying-to-always-be-hands-on kid needs to partake in nightly cooking or daily crafting. Heather Braga/ BuzzFeed My son is 2 and extremely interested in being involved and independent, which is a bit exasperating. We didn't have the right tools to let him help safely in the kitchen until this toddler tower was introduced to our lives. It's not bulky, which is great because we have enough kid stuff all over our home, and I love that at the end of the day, I can fold it up and put it aside. It's very sturdy, but I had my son practice climbing up and down on his own in a carpeted area for good measure (he did so like a pro). It can easily be wiped clean (love) and holds up to 50 lbs, so it'll be useful for quite some time! Promising review:"The standing pad is large and slip-proof, providing a sturdy and safe place for toddlers to stand. The bar is great to keep toddlers secure and contained on the stand. The bar folds down, and the tower stores it conveniently. The white color is chic. The materials are high quality. I looked months for a toddler tower and I am extremely satisfied I purchased this one because of the quality, safety, and convenience to store." — Paige M. Get it from Amazon for $129.99 (available in white or grey). 42. And a set of plastic knives, because if you give a toddler a tower they're going to want to help more in the kitchen. Exhausted parents might appreciate even the smallest bit of help prepping dinner anyways — and it'll keep kiddos entertained so you can get the rest of the meal ready. Heather Braga / BuzzFeed, Note: Children still need supervision while using them, of course. Tovla is a small business that makes kid cooking products. My son has these and I'm honestly surprised at how well they cut. They aren't sharp to the touch, but they easily slice through fruits, veggies, and toast! He loves feeling like he's helping in the kitchen and it keeps him busy so we can get the rest of the meal done at the same time. He often uses them to cut bell peppers, which stain the knives a little bit. I simply toss 'em in the dishwasher and they come out good as new! Promising review: "Highly recommend these for safety, sturdiness, quality, and life skill reasons. These have been amazing for practicing cutting for my daughter. She's been using them almost two years now since she was 2 years old. A must-purchase if you're looking to introduce a practical life skill especially to a young child!!" — Ciandra Get a set of three from Amazon for $9.95 (available in two color schemes). Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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37 Storage Solutions For Parents With Kid Stuff All Over The Place
1. An over-the-door stuffed animal organizer because somehow, at the age of 2, your child has accumulated a concerning amount of plush pals. This will *attempt* to keep 'em contained and hopefully save your back from lots of bending to put them back in a basket on the floor. Honeyera is a small business that sells items specifically designed to keep kids' toys organized. Promising review:"This holds a ton of stuffed animals. I bought it for my two girls, who share a room, and their beds are overrun with stuffies. This holds so much so they can still be on display; it's easy for them to get them in and out except for the top basket, and it matches their room colors. Great quality and easy to use." — The Word Of A King Get it from Amazon for $30.95 (available in 10 colors). 2. Plus, an over-the-door organizer from the same small biz made *just* for Squishmallows, in case your kiddo has caught the *collector's* bug. Or, ya know, just wants to swim in a pile of snuggly, squishy little friends forever. Who could blame them? This is also made by small biz Honeyera! Promising review:"I grabbed this over-the-door organizer for both of my kids during Prime Days, and even though it was not the cheapest option, it is by far worth the money. The hooks fit perfectly over their doors (older house with thinner doors approx. 1.35 inches deep), the back of the organizer includes rods to keep the structure flat against the door, and it fits so many stuffies. The organizer provided needed storage for my kids' smaller rooms. Absolutely recommend this product." — Heidi Schick Get it from Amazon for $28.95. 3. Or (the options are endless!) a stuffed animal hammock so your kiddo's best pals can live in the lap of luxury instead of being tossed throughout the house. Promising review: " I have twin boys with a large collection of stuffed animals. My initial concern was that they would not be large enough, but they are plenty big. We really like the fact that the outer edge material is stretchy and pretty durable. We stretched it pretty far to make it as large as possible to keep the animals from sagging down too low to the beds. It works great, and we loaded them up with no issues. The fact that you get two for the price that others were selling for one is a great deal. I can fully recommend this product." — Levi Dunn Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two sizes and 12 colors). 4. Or (last one, I promise) a rounded stuffed animal storage "zoo" that'll beautifully double as decor in your little one's nursery — playful, unique, and practical. What more could you ask for as a parent in need of some extra organization? Promising review: "Great for storing toys, dolls, and stuffed animals that are scattered around the room and keeping the room organized. It's so big!! Good quality and easy to assemble! Worth the money!" — Edmilson Silva Get it from Amazon for $68.99. 5. A handy toy storage bag — it must have been designed by a parent who stepped on one too many Lego bricks, raised their first in the air, and shouted, "NEVER AGAIN!!!!" Creative QT is a small business! Promising review:"My son had recently turned the house into a death trap with his Legos all over the floors. Walking anywhere barefoot became impossible because you would inevitably step on one and get it lodged in your foot. It got to the point where I was afraid to go anywhere at night because of the impending doom. Then we found this organizer, and since then, our lives have been saved. He can quickly and easily store all of his Legos in one place. We can now get all of them cleaned up in minutes and know that we can walk around the house in peace once again." — Chris Get it from Amazon for $53.99 (available in four colors). 6. A Magna-Tile storage bin will double as a playmat (oooh) and make cleaning up those fabulous but pesky magnetic blocks easier than ever. It zips open so kiddos can see all the pieces, and then it zips shut when they're ready to move on to a new activity. My kids have this for their Magna-Tiles (a small business), which has immensely improved my playroom situation. The sides zip down and flatten out to create a playmat (fun!) and then close up just as easily to become a storage bin again! As our collection grows, I'll definitely invest in a second one. Promising review:"I saw this item and knew I needed to get it because his 'tiles' were getting out of hand. I stored them in several items, such as a plastic bin or a box. This is perfect because it stores them beautifully, but also you can unzip the sides, and they can play with the tiles there and then zip them back up and throw them back in. They fit wonderfully on a shelf and stack, too. I love them; they help organize my son's room." — L.A. Buchanan Get it from Amazon for $24.99. 7. Colorful stackable crates that'll just beg you to fill them with your tyke's markers, crayons, colored pencils, stickers, and glue sticks galore. When they're not in use, they collapse flat for easy storage. Promising review:"Smaller than I thought, but still great. Helps condense and separate supplies perfectly well. Able to stack them without falling." — Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.99. 8. A toilet paper stocker to keep your TP out of harm's way, and by harm's way, I mean your toddler discovering a stack of rollable paper they can use to cover every inch of your home like a group of teens before homecoming. Promising review:"I really love it. Living in a shoebox in NY, I constantly look for storage solutions. This design is incredible. It takes up so little footprint and, fits perfectly between the toilet bowl and the wall, and is very functional. I hate going to the deli store to get a couple of rolls of toilet paper at a time. Now I can get 12 rolls at a time, though if you get the larger rolls, they won't come through the hole on the bottom. You will have to retrieve the larger rolls by removing the top, which is not a big deal. I put a wonderful Olavie diffuser and body scrub on the top, and it looks really nice. It's a must-have for any small apartment living!" — Ken H Get it from Amazon for $56. 9. A five-shelf hanging closet organizer that'll create a makeshift shelving system in your tyke's shelf-less closet — a great option for stashing the clothes they haven't grown into just yet, spare blankets, pillows, shoes, etc. I purchased this for when my parents visit and pop it into my entryway closet to create temporary space for their clothes — it works like a charm! I've also used it to store my baby's clothes she hasn't grown into yet instead of taking up space in her dresser drawers. Promising review:"We live in a tiny one-bedroom house with a 4-month-old and literally two small closets as our only storage space. This was exactly what I needed to help organize baby clothes/diapers and provide more space to store and organize all the random stuff that had been shoved willy-nilly into a pile at the bottom or top of the closet. Very satisfied!!" — Brittany Smith Get it from Amazon for $12.87 (available in eight colors and two sizes). 10. An adjustable closet doubler for any tyke with a more elaborate wardrobe than Cher Horowitz — this will give them enough space for their fall, winter, spring, and summer fashions! Promising review:"My daughter is 4 and was getting annoyed that she couldn't get her own clothes in the morning. So I got this for her closet, and now she can get all her own clothes! She was thrilled. When she realized that I also now expected her to hang up all her own clothes as well, she wasn't quite as happy lol. Super quick and easy to put together. Would recommend." — Marissa Get it from Amazon for $17.97. 11. Blank dividers you can write directly on to sort your little one's closet according to your needs — by size, style, or color. The ladies from The Home Edit would undoubtedly applaud your efforts. ERA Accents is a small business that specializes in these dividers. I used something similar in my kids' closets before they were born when I had an influx of sizes ready and waiting to be worn. Promising review: "Loved these! Perfect for a cheap way to organize closet. Fine tip marker comes with it, and there is a ton of extra I am going to use to separate work, dress, and regular clothes!" — Kelly Get a 30-pack from Amazon for $8.95 (also available in colors). 12. A 10-pack of Wonder Hangers that'll be a welcome addition for any families that are low on closet space — they'll be perfect for storing clothes for several kids in one closet. I also see no reason why you can't use it with baby-size hangers! Amazon Wonder Hanger is a small business creating products to help organize and make more room in your closet. Promising review:"We love this product for increasing the storage in our closets! My husband and I got some for our closet a couple of years ago, and we had to order more for our kids because they help us utilize so much more space!" — Aubrey Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $16.99 (available in two colors and a 24-pack). 13. Plus, a leggings organizer for keeping your kiddo's teeny tiny pants orderly — even if it's made for adult-sized leggings, it'll work wonders for anyone looking to hang several sets of mini versions. Promising review:"Love these hangers! I doubled the closet space used for my collection of running skirts. And cleared the dresser drawer space by hanging my leggings as well. With these hangers, I was able to organize for winter vs. summer wear, holiday themes, and favorites." — M Shepard Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three colors). 14. Under-bed storage containers most people use to stow away seasonal clothing, but parents can (and should) totally use them to stash crafting materials, stuffed animals, extra blankets, etc., while they're not being used. Promising review:"I bought this to store my kids' million stuffed animals under their bunk bed. And I am in love with the two. They fit all of them with a little room to spare. It's been a few months, and they are holding up great after frequently being slid in and out from under the bed, unzipped, unpacked, and packed back up again. I couldn't be happier. I'm extremely satisfied." — Amber Get it from Amazon for $12.97+ (available in five colors). 15. A practical hair accessory organizer for the moms who have gone a *teensy* bit overboard when it comes to stockpiling bows, headbands, and clips for a little human who barely has any hair yet. Ain't no shame in the accessorizing game, my friends. I have this exact organizer in my daughter's closet, and it's been great for organizing her hair accessories even before she was born. I was gifted an excess of hair bows from anyone and everyone who heard I was having a baby girl, so it was necessary to have a way to keep all of them in check. It was easy to put together, add all of the clips/bows/headbands, and now hangs in her closet. Easy-peasy. Promising review: "This holds a good amount of hair bows! I like that it comes with hooks to hang the bows on, and I also really like that it has a top section to add clip-on hair accessories as well. It's super easy to hang and is a cute functional way to store many accessories." — Ariana Rodela Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 18 styles). 16. Or a regular ol' hanging jewelry holder with individual pockets where you can give the plethora of bows, scrunchies, and cute hair clips your kids have acquired the happy little home they deserve. Promising review:"I love these! I used to keep my hair accessories in a basket, but I couldn't see what I had on the bottom; I ended up buying so many hair pins and hair bands. I was surprised at how much of the same things I owned and kept buying. Thanks to this super clever organization hanger, I can clearly see all at once now. Clear plastic pockets make it so easy to glance at everything at once and let me grab what I need quickly. I'm so in love with them." — Jackpot Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in 18 styles). 17. A clear shower curtain liner featuring nine mesh pockets that'll keep your fave body wash out of reach from your child, who might very well mistake it for bubble bath and dump it all directly into the tub. Additionally, it's an excellent option for storing (and drying) bath toys! Elizabeth Lilly / BuzzFeed BuzzFeed Shopping editor Elizabeth Lilly says: "I couldn't be happier with my purchase, which seems expensive for a shower curtain liner but is totally worth the price. Its mesh pockets are incredibly sturdy, and even *I* can fit all my shower stuff in there. (FYI, I often keep three or four body washes and conditioners each in the shower at all times.) There's lots of reinforcement where each pocket meets the liner and at the top of the liner, so dropping a weighty bottle of shampoo in a pocket is NBD. Obviously, you want to try for even weight distribution between the pockets and toiletries, but it doesn't seem to be an issue. And these smooth-gliding hooks I also bought for my new digs make opening and closing my shower curtain as smooth as buttah." Check out her full review here, #7. Promising review: "I have two! I have had the first one for two years. I load it up with heavy products and kid's crayons, soap, shampoos, etc. NO TEARS, NO WEAR. Barely noticeable. If you have little kids or not a lot of shelf space in your shower, this is the greatest thing ever. LOVE IT." — GenXMomOf2LittleGirls Get it from Amazon for $20.14. 18. A 24-pocket door-hanging sleeve, capable of storing *SO* many kid things you'll wish you could hang over every door in your home — reviewers use it to stow away Nerf guns, snack packs, diapers, outfits for the week, and of course, lots of shoes. Promising review:" I bought one for my child's door to keep little shoes, diapers, wipes, medicines, cloths, etc. bought another one for my other child to keep more shoes, necklaces, little toys, cassette tapes, etc. This is a perfect way to keep things up and out of the way! And it works great for diapers and little shoes!!! The pockets are not large enough to hold some pairs of my preschooler's tennis shoes. They are one shoe per pocket. But otherwise, they are quite big. About five size-4 diapers fit per pocket to give you some idea. :)" — T L Get it from Amazon for $8.47+ (available in two sizes and seven colors). 19. A vertical shoe tower so the next time your toddler has a meltdown and insists they NEED their pink Crocs, you won't have to turn the entire house upside down looking for the lone one that always seems to go missing. It'll also beautifully keep your family from piling shoes in your entryway — a win for all. Promising reviews:"This is perfect for what we are looking for. It had to fit in a smaller space and served to stop a puddle of shoes from forming at the doorstep. I am glad that we have smaller feet/shoes, though, as the spaces are a bit narrow. There are only two larger spaces that would work for high-top shoes or heeled boots. All the other spaces fit flats or low sneakers well." — Sara C. "It is so useful and makes our entryway look so much neater than the scattered shoes my kid left everywhere. The shelf is pricey but worth it!" — Ikey Babe Get it from Amazon for $45.99+ (available in three colors and two sizes). 20. A beanbag cover to transform Mount Plush (the ever-growing pile of stuffed animals in your kid's room) into a functional seat! A two-for-one item you simply cannot pass up. It'll hold up to five pillows and 80 12-inch stuffed toys. Amazon Promising review:"These are perfect for any kids' room! I was getting so tired of messy stuffed animals and blankets all over so it's nice to have them out of sight, but still easily accessible. My 2-year-old loves to sit on hers and read books. She doesn't have a ton of stuffed animals, so there is plenty of room to add to it for when her collection grows. I love the fun, bright print, and sturdiness — she drags it all over the ground, but I don't worry about it tearing at all. Just what she needed in her room." — dd Get it from Amazon for $18.98+ (available in 26 colors and patterns and three sizes). 21. A coat rack and storage shelf you can designate as the spot to keep all of your kids' backpacks, lunch boxes, jackets, and shoes. Perfect for anyone who is *quite* tired of forgetting one of these essential items at home and only realizing once you're in the school drop-off line. Sigh. Promising review:"This is perfect for my entryway, a dropping ground for all the kids' keys, hats, and purses. Saves my dining table from clutter! Added small baskets for individual items, wallets, etc., and a larger basket for shoes. When they leave, if kids have left something, inevitably, it goes in a basket until they return! Love this 'catchall'" — Debra McDairment Get it from Amazon for $51.99+ (available in five colors and two sizes). 22. A toy storage organizer that'll help you fight the good fight against the Lego bricks, blocks, Little People toys, and cars that litter your playroom and cause you to trip over your own feet during cleanup time. Promising review:"These are amazing. They have helped so much with the toy clutter. I have one in each child's room and one in our loft/living space. The kids can easily clean up and the toys end up in the right location. I love this!" — DeborahB Get it from Amazon for $73.99+ (available in 12 styles). 23. A two-tier turntable you may already own for your spices, but did you know you can *also* use it to keep tabs on your kid's medicines and vitamins? You'll pat yourself on the back in the middle of the night when your tyke has a fever, and you need to grab some Tylenol quickly. Some reviewers also use it to neatly store baby food! Promising review:"I purchased two, one to store baby essentials and one to store medications. It is quite big, but I knew that when purchasing. It doesn't fit in my standard cabinets, but I use it in my corner cabinet (it's deeper) with no issues. Assembly is easy. The parts just click together. I like the gripped surface. Helps keep items in place while spinning." — Luman22 Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in seven colors). 24. Reliable Command hooks because parents don't have time to drill into walls and hit nails (or at least I don't). Use 'em to show off your kid's artwork, hang their bath towels at a height they can reach, keep track of their backpacks, la la la. Promising reviews:"I just moved into a brand-new apartment and didn't want to put holes in the walls. I have purchased quite a variety of the 3M Command mini hooks, wire hooks, cord bundlers, picture hangers, photo bars, display shelves, extra-adhesive tabs in different sizes, etc. It will be a long time before I go back to using nails. These Command products are the greatest! I recently found one of the unused adhesive tabs in the pocket of something that had gone through the washer and dryer, and it STILL worked!!! Thanks for a terrific, easy-to-use product." — LJE "It works well to hang smaller pictures and kids' artwork. And bonus, no holes in walls, yay!" — Zoey S. Get a 16-pack from Amazon for $11.31. 25. A shower caddy that'll store your kiddo's toys and bath products without taking away from the carefully curated aesthetic you've made for your bathroom. Amazon, Promising review: 'I put this in my kids' shower, and it holds all their products and a few toys. The hooks are perfect for holding loofahs and keeping them dry. I've had it for several months, and the suction still seems pretty strong and secure." — Erin S. Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in four colors). 26. A large woven wicker basket you'll be happy to have invested in after your infant kept you up all night and your toddler seemingly has toys covering every inch of your home — toss everything right in here for an aesthetically pleasing storage option. Promising review:"I ordered this basket to store my sons' play vacuums, push toys, etc. I've been looking for a big, sturdy basket for a few months and finally found this one. It's a great size, looks cute, and still allows their toy to be accessible all day." — Maddy Sue Get it from Amazon for $46.14. 27. Or a small woven basket if your kid's larger items are under control (good for you!), but the tiny odds 'n' ends are the ones causing you strife. Grab all the magnet tiles you can find and toss 'em right in here for safekeeping. Promising review:"Used this basket several times now to make housewarming baskets, baby showers, bridal showers, etc. I know it's something friends and family can use after holding all the other knickknacks I've included as a gift. Kids' toys, books, throw blankets, pet toys, you name it, it holds it AND looks fantastic." — Arlene Get it from Amazon for $21.59+ (available in two sizes and five colors). 28. Some shelf dividers that'll, of course, keep your kids' closets organized but can also be used to make their bookshelves sturdier, which is great news for the four copies you received of "Rainbow Fish" at your baby shower! Promising review:" We have tons of hardcover and softcover kids' books, but my 4-year-old was having a hard time getting what she wanted or putting them away because if a few were removed from the shelf, everything else would tip over. This made it difficult for her to lift and shove them to reinsert a book. So I got these dividers and crossed my fingers they would clamp to the shelf well and be a really sturdy metal to resist the weight of the large books. You can see from the before and after pics that it was chaos. Two of these dividers per shelf (and, let's face it, some purging of books) really helped. Came back for another couple of sets of dividers for other bookshelves and linen closet organization; I like them that much!" — ebindc Get a two-pack from Amazon for $17.99. 29. Or floating bookshelves you can use to display your tyke's favorite picture books while *also* ensuring they don't get ripped and destroyed by them when it isn't storytime. Promising review:"These shelves were the right length for a small corner I wanted to use for book racks in a nursery, so I gave them a try. They came very well packaged, with no chips, dents, or anything — in perfect condition. Very smooth, true bright white finish. They were easy to install by myself, with the large drywall anchors and long screws included. They stay firmly on the wall without wiggling and are deep enough to fit plenty of books. I can see these becoming nice toy display shelves in the future as well." — Hope Get a set of two from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in four sizes and five colors). 30. A cord box to help you put Elsa's lyrics "conceal, don't feel" in practice — it'll hide all the wires you've accumulated for your many devices from your kiddo's grubby grasp. Daniel Boan / BuzzFeed Great Useful Stuff is a small business based in Sonoma, California! This box includes the unit and six magnetic spools to organize the cords. BuzzFeed Shopping editor Daniel Boan says:"When Great Useful Stuff sent this to me for review, I thought it would simply be a cute way to keep my chargers from falling under my desk and becoming impossible to find, but I didn't realize how it would basically transform my space. As you can see above, I had a wildly unacceptable pile of wires on my floor that was becoming so big I almost started asking it to chip in for rent. When the box arrived, I untangled the cords, placed my power strip in the bottom of the box, then threaded the wires through the holes at the top (it also comes with magnetic attachments for looping excess length in the wires, but I didn't even need to use those). Now my cords are cleverly concealed and so much easier to manage — which makes me feel like I ever so slightly have my life together. I said slightly." Get it from Great Useful Stuff for $52.49 (available in two styles) 31. Or a double-layered cord organizer for parents of gamers who are exasperated over the endless wires strewn all over the place and their tween's constant questioning of "Do you know where my charger is?" A bunch of reviewers also use it as a pencil case. Promising review:"I love how much this can hold without bulging too much like other cases I've used. I can hold literally every charger I own in here. Also, a nice unadvertised feature is the long three-band slots on the bottom half are excellent for Apple Watch bands." — Zachary Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors). 32. A personalized art-supply organizer that'll *hopefully* prevent your kids from continuing to argue over whose crayons are whose — add their name and a favorite theme to the box so they each have a designated set to call their own. Kristina Gia Designs / Etsy Kristina Gia Designs is a small business that sells various kid-focused items (think lap trays, key chains, pencil cases, etc). You can note which theme you'd like included on the box and your kiddo's name at checkout! Promising review:"Owner was a pleasure to work with! Arrived with decal damage beyond the control of the seller, and she went above and beyond to fix it! Couldn't be happier!" — Melissa Kinsberg Get it from Kristina Gia Designs on Etsy for $12 (available in three colors). 33. A medicine cabinet organizer you'll fall in love with (which is saying a lot for a lil' acrylic shelf) for the way it'll let you neatly separate your items from your kiddo's — a home for everyone's toothpaste, vitamins, face creams, etc! You can also use 3M Command strips to attach these to a wall if you don't have a medicine cabinet. Promising review:"Perfect size for us. We use it on the vanity counter for kids' toothbrushes, toothpaste, cotton swabs, and other often-used items. It keeps things just out of reach of our toddler but still within easy reach for the rest of us. It is easy to rinse out and looks nice on the counter." — LaLa Mama Get it from Amazon for $11.76 + (available in three styles). 34. An ingenious milestone file box to set you up for success — you can customize it with tabs for pregnancy through high school and beyond! Personalize it with your baby's name and file away all your mementos from the start. Margot and Maelys / Etsy Margot and Maelys is a small business! Promising review:"This is our second time ordering, and thrilled with our tote/file box, just like the first! Tess reached out to us with a delay, and her communication was appreciated. Love the quality and have recommended this business to others. Will continue to go here for any additional tote/file boxes :-)" — Marissa Get it from Margot and Maelys on Etsy for $89+ (available in four styles and 19 colors). 35. A set of space-saver bags that'll answer the question you can't stop asking yourself, "What should I do with all of these outgrown kid's clothes?!" Essential for anyone who isn't sure they're done having more kids, so they don't want to donate the old ones just yet. Throw 'em in, vacuum seal 'em up, and slide them under your bed for safekeeping. Promising review:"I had never used these before. On advice from a friend, I decided to try them out because the price was right. Oh my goodness, I don't know why I have not tried these before. My basement closet had blankets falling out of it; it was so full. I took everything out and organized it according to type. Then, we used the Spacesaver bags with our vacuum. We now have so much more room in the closet. I plan on trying to use these when we travel. I also plan to use them for my kids' baby blankets/baby clothes." — CDJ Get a 10-pack of jumbo bags from Amazon for $19.99 (available in four sizes and variety packs). 36. An over-the-door laundry bag perfect for parents of babies who often find themselves peeling clothes off of their tots post-blowout (yikes) and desperately need somewhere to toss the dirty onesie STAT. It's machine washable, so go ahead and throw it in the laundry with all the dirty clothes! Promising review:"We are preparing for foster care and decided to add an extra changing space in a nook in our master bedroom. I was worried about squeezing in the necessities, but this hamper is really perfect for the small space and is more attractive than some of the larger, unwieldy hampers. This will be the perfect size for baby clothes and will assist in keeping the baby's clothes separate from the adults' clothes." — Gina Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in six styles). 37. And an outdoor deck box that'll give you a designated spot to store all the backyard essentials like bubbles, cars, bouncy balls, sand toys, water guns — all the typical items found in the kid spring/summer lineup. Amazon Promising review:"We need something small but not too small to hold all the sand toys. This was easy to put together and hold a lot of toys. My 5-year-old was sitting on it and stood on it at one point; it was very sturdy. Also got to test out the waterproof, and it passed with flying colors. We are very pleased" — Krystal Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in seven sizes and six colors). Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
