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1. A leave-in conditioning spray for curly hair to help restore your little one's curls to their former glory once more! It's also free from any toxic stuff including parabens, sulfates, and phthalates.
Reviewers say this spray will leave wavy or curly hair (from 2a–4c hair) shiny, soft, and bouncy.
Promising review: "This stuff is great! It was a game changer for my 4-year-old’s curls. Turned them from a tangled mess to beautiful ringlets. I wish I would have bought sooner. I have the shampoo and conditioner too." —Jessica Leyendecker
Get it from Amazon for $8.19.
2. And a detangling brush that'll glide through knots to turn your kiddo's daily hair-brushing ordeal into a painless experience minus the *ouchies or tears* (for both of you). Just trust the 30,000+ people who gave it a 5-star review.
Reviewers swear this brush works on all hair types: straight, wavy, or curly (from 3a–4c hair).
Promising review: "My 8-year-old daughter has long curly hair like mine, which tends to get frizzy and tangles very easily. Every day is a struggle when it comes to brushing her hair to get ready for school, sometimes accompanied by tears. I did my research and decided on this detangling brush. This thing is amazing! It slid through her hair like butter, detangling without pulling and there was not a single whimper of discomfort. She was so happy that she even brushed her own hair with it several more times this afternoon/evening and can't wait to use it in the morning. I so wish I had found this brush sooner. —Nguyen P.
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in six colors).
3. A car baby monitor to provide a crystal-clear view of your bub from the dashboard. A game changer for anyone who is fully aware of how painful it is to pull over to check on a crying baby at every stoplight.
PSA: It goes without saying, but please keep your eyes on the road.
Promising review: "Better than the baby car mirrors. I wish I would have had this with my first. My son has reflux and this gives me peace of mind when driving alone. The camera works way better and is easier to see baby than my mirror I had. It is extremely clear. I’ve been recommending it to everyone I know who has littles or will soon. I just wish I found this sooner." —zachary m.
Promising review: "This is honestly the best purchase I’ve ever made since becoming a mom. Like, hands down, my favorite product ever. This camera definitely makes life easier, and I wish I had it for my other two when they were babies. It took less than five minutes to get it up and running and they included everything I needed. I have a Dodge Grand Caravan and it reaches all the way to the third row. I recommend it to all my mom friends!" —Kristin Morgan
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
4. A Whiskware pancake batter mixer with a BlenderBall wire whisk that'll let you whip up a batch of pancakes at lightning speed on hectic mornings — no separate mixing bowl, messy spoons, or batter-coated countertops. Simply add your ingredients, shake, and pour from the spout. Breakfast's ready 😋!
You can even store leftover batter in the bottle and pop it in the fridge for a time-saving weekday breakfast!
Promising review: "Totally changed my pancake game. I wish I would have bought this sooner! It makes making pancakes and waffles sooo much easier! Yoou just add all your ingredients, shake it up, and you're good to go. My 3-year-old loves to help me mix it up because its so simple. Cleaning it is a little difficult, but not terrible. Just use your sprayer on your sink to get all the nooks and crannies and you're good." —Ashley R.
Get it from Amazon for $14.97.
5. A grossly adorable Shrek-shaped toothpaste cap to turn nighttime battles with your kiddo over brushing their teeth into them hilariously begging to do it 😂
Casual Chicken is a small business based in Irvine, California, that sells an array of unique 3D-printed items.
Promising review: "My kids went from dreading getting their teeth brushed to looking forward to their 'Shrek poops' on their toothbrush. Thank you!" —Kate DeJuliis
Get it from Casual Chicken on Etsy for $6.99.
6. And a viral TikTok toothbrush holder and dispenser because it'll literally squeeze toothpaste on your child's brush for you and save you from having to wipe down toothpaste-smeared counters.
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: "Mad at myself for having not purchased this sooner. Keeps the counter clear, keeps the toothpaste mess to a minimum, and allows the toddler to independently prep his toothbrush (doubling down minimal mess). The pump dispenses the perfect amount of toothpaste. The cups on top act as a convenient and functional space to hold all of our flossers. Magnetic cups work as a great resource for the kids to all rinse the sink out nicely after use. Couldn't recommend this enough.." —Mike Allegrini
Get it from Amazon for $20.91 (available in three colors).
7. A pack of sink extenders to save your back the strain of hoisting your little one over the sink. Not to mention they'll love the independence of washing their hands all by themselves.
Promising review: "Fits my bathroom faucet like a glove. I don’t know why I didn’t buy this sooner to make toddler hand washing so much easier! He loves to wash his hands now with no struggle to reach.." —Amazon Customer
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.99.
8. A Melissa & Doug magnetic calendar for teaching preschoolers the days of the week, months and the weather in a hands-on, interactive way. They'll jump out of bed eagerly to update it every morning.
Promising review: "This is a must-have for any preschool-age child. My children love changing the magnets daily and I love hearing them talk about the day, weather and even any events we have planned in daily conversation. So far the product has been quite durable. I haven't noticed any wear even when the magnets have gotten used more for play than the calendar they are intended for. I can tell this product will get a lot of use for many years to come! I only wish I had purchased even sooner." —V
Get it from Amazon for $17.09.
9. A canvas growth chart to help you keep track of your munchkin's height (who is growing up waayyy too fast 😢) without marking up the walls. Reviewers love that it can be rolled up and stored away as a cute keepsake.
10. CeraVe moisturizing cream parents call their "holy grail" because it works wonders to keep their kid's eczema flare-ups at bay and soothe dry, chapped winter skin. It's formulated to provide intense moisturizing protection for babies with a gentle fragrance- and paraben-free formula.
Promising review: "We tried so many creams marketed for eczema (most containing oatmeal) and they all made my baby's eczema worse. We were desperate to find a cream that would help and stumbled upon this cream. It did wonders clearing up his eczema and as long as we use it daily it keeps it from flaring up again, this is glycerin-based and doesn't contain oatmeal." —Amazon Customer
Promising review: "We needed something for our newborn. After trying other big name brands for sensitive skin/babies this was the only one not to irritate her skin. I wish I tried this sooner and didn't have to deal with my daughter's skin being irritated by other brands." —David Colburn
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes).
11. And a USDA-certified organic baby healing balm made with chamomile, cocoa butter, coconut oil, calendula, and avocado oil that reviewers say will alleviate eczema, acne, cradle cap, rashes, and more. No joke, it's a multipurpose miracle worker!
Promising review: "Highly recommend! Literally cleared up my baby's eczema with the second use! Wish we had found it sooner! I am very averse to using any chemicals, and this fit my very strict criteria." —azfitnessgal
Get it from Amazon for $14.50.
12. Bob Books, Set 1: Beginning Readers created by a preschool teacher for kiddos taking their very first steps into reading. The stories start with simple three-letter words and gradually build in difficulty so readers can take that leap from sounding out words to be able to confidently say, “I read the whole book!”
The set comes with 12 books.
Promising review: "These books are perfect for a child learning to read and learn new words. My 5-year-old daughter is reading these books to me every night. There are repetitive words in each book that helps your child recognize them and builds confidence. My daughter loves the stories and some are funny and she laughs while she reads to me. I wish I would have purchased these sooner so that she could have gotten a head start before kindergarten. I recommend these books to everyone I know with kids now." —Jodee F.
Get a set from Amazon for $10.19.
13. And a clever sight word Bingo game; if you've ever asked yourself, "How do I take the frustration out of learning sight words and make it FUN?" then this game is for you.
The set comes with 36 playing cards, 264 playing chips, caller's mat and cards, and a storage box. This version is a fun twist on the classic, but instead of calling out numbers, the leader calls out words (there are 46 most-used words), players search their cards for a match and place a red chip on the match. Once a player has covered the spaces on their card needed to win, they call BINGO!
Promising review: "My 7-year-old daughter has been having the worst time learning to read. She gets aggravated when she doesn’t do it right. With this game, it’s helped tremendously! She asks to play it, and she asks to read books! Homework time doesn't involve a meltdown for both of us. I wish I had bought it sooner." —Brie
Get it from Amazon for $8.89.
14. A mushroom pacifier and teether designed to mimic a boob that reviewers swear has inexplicable ~magical~ powers and will soothe your little one, who has refused every other paci out there. It has 17,000 5-star (!!!) reviews for a reason.
Note: Please supervise your baby when using this, and make sure it's never flipped inside out.
Promising review: "Okay I WISH I FOUND THIS SOONER!!! My baby LOVES his mushroom and literally won’t let it out of his hands! I love it too because it’s squishy and the little things look and are shaped like nipples! Which of course baby loves!! I seriously am buying another" —Maria
Promising review: "My son loves this mushroom 🍄 more than any other teething toy I have ever purchased. The moment I gave it to him he used it for about an hour before throwing it on the floor which was amazing given the fact that the other toys would be used for less than five minutes before they ended up on the floor. I think that it is very easy for him to hold it and very safe for him. I highly recommend this 100%. It is worth the price. My son is almost 7 months old so I wish I would have found this sooner but the important thing is that he has it now and he has no teeth yet LOL." —Chikita
Get it from Amazon for $5.94+ (available in five colors).
15. A bug bite suction tool invented by a mom that's worth the Shark Tank hype. This ingenious device sucks out all kinds of bug bites, instantly relieving itching and swelling, so your kids aren't left scratching.
Promising review: "I got this after seeing another mom mention it on Facebook because my daughter has terrible bug reactions —major redness, swelling, and itch — to any bite. Last night she got some kind of bite and had a quarter size reaction on her lower torso. I grabbed the Bug Bite Thing. Then I treated her sting. Within seconds the stinging and itching was gone!!!! Oh my goodness. Why didn’t I have this sooner? I will be purchasing a few more to store in my purse, picnic/beach bag, car, and it will go on every vacation with us from now on!!" —Elizabeth A. Tesh
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two colors).
16. A child-safe wooden knife for tiny helpers eager to help in the kitchen. This tool will keep their little fingers protected, while they proudly chop fruits and veggies.
Justenbois is a Canadian small biz specializing in eco-friendly and zero-waste tableware made from maple wood for babies, children, and adults.
Promising review: "A really beautiful object and very well made. My 2-year-old loves chopping her own apples and fruit and helping me in the kitchen. I love this wooden knife. I'm so glad I bought it." —Juliana Pivato
Get it from Justenbois on Etsy for $16.66.
17. A wooden puzzle equivalent to playing Tetris but in tactile form that'll ~exercise their brain~ without any screentime.
Reviewer's say this is a great toy for all ages — from 3 to 12.
Promising review: "My almost 4-year-old gets bored with puzzles once he solves them the first time. This puzzle is amazing because there are so many possibilities. He has asked to do this puzzle multiple times a day since we got it. I love it because it’s something we can do together and he gets so excited each time we solve it and make all the pieces fit. So far, we’ve only used this as a regular puzzle and try to fit all the pieces. I’m hoping to work on patterns soon. I could not recommend this more! I wish I got it sooner." —BoiseMom
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
18. A pack of toilet seat covers to have on hand if your potty-trained toddler loves to get their hands ALL OVER gross public restroom seats.
Promising review: "I can't believe I didn't see this sooner! I love this! We travel A LOT and I always hate letting my 4-year-old use the toilets when we stop even if I line it with the liners they provide or toilet paper. with these, I feel better knowing my baby isn't touching more germs because it actually covers the whole seat. I just don't like the sticky tape that gets left in the toilet seat but it does keep the liner in place." —Rovie
Get a pack of 24 covers from Amazon for $9.99.
19. And a waterproof potty-training watch that exists for the sole purpose of reminding toddlers to use the toilet on the reg. Before you know it, they'll be excitedly yelling “potty time" when the alarm goes off. *What a time to be alive!*
You can preset intervals of 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes, 2 hours, and 3 hours. The watch has an inbuilt proximity sensor and only sounds alerts when it is worn so no need to turn it off at night. How smart is that?
Promising review: "We were having the HARDEST time with potty training. After this purchase my LO loves when the music goes off and asks 'mom what time is it?' Every time it goes off. Wish we would have purchased sooner!" —Womanonamission
Get it from Amazon for $24.45.
20. A pair of sturdy and stretchy toy hammocks to corral their ever-growing collection of Squishmallows — while adding a dose of cuteness to a corner wall. A win-win.
Promising review: "Amazing. Wish I bought sooner. My husband installed it with in five minutes. He threw some stuff animals in and thought that was about all it could hold. I begged to differ. It's been three days and it's holding perfectly lol. I didn't even need to put up the second one yet. 😂 What a huge difference in space and organization it made!!!! Her toy chest was overflowing...now that I took all these stuffed toys out I had sooooooo much room. All her toys throughout the whole house (the living room was basically her play room with another toy chest) I was able to put them ALL in one toy chest now. It's 100% worth the money. If you're pondering whether or not to get it...get it." —Breevm
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.87 (available in three colors).
21. And a bath toy organizer with 9,000 5-star reviews (!!!) that reviewers swear will actually stick to your wall, tidy your bathtub, and keep toys dry and within arm's reach. What more could you ask for?
Promising review: "I don't know why I didn't get one of these sooner. My bathroom used to be littered with bath toys, now it looks soo clean. My son loves that he has a place to find all his toys and to put them away. My bathroom tile is a bit wavy so it had problems with the suction cups at first, but I just dip them in water and then stick them on and now it stays well." —Michael Hsu
Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in two sizes and pre-stocked with toys or by itself).
22. An Oogiebear nose and ear cleaner, one of those parenting products that'll make you say, "Is this my life now?" Seriously though, it's designed with a rubber scoop and loop at the ends to gently clean out little noses and ears without going too far.
Promising review: "I love this tool! I can't believe I didn't find it sooner. My 9-month-old ALWAYS has bats in his cave, and this little device was a much more pleasant experience for both of us in getting those bats free. I'm going to order one for my sister who is expecting her first baby this fall." —Samantha Petsche
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
23. A pack of spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers boasting flexible flaps that'll allow easy access for little hands BUT prevent Cheerios from *flying everywhere*. Not having to clean your toddler's trail of snacks? These deserve a gold medal, if you ask me.
24. And a Contigo spill-proof tumbler that reviewers call "holy grail" because this is one of those rare cups that *actually* doesn't leak. If you're looking for a container that won't let 👏 a 👏 drop 👏 of 👏 water 👏 escape when flung across the room by your kiddo, this is it.
Promising review: "Very happy! Wish I found these sooner. My boys (5- and 7-years-old) have literally destroyed every cup, lid, and straw in the last seven years. We bought these a few weeks ago and my kids have not dropped these, knocked them over, or had them spill anything unless they have sipped and spit. They are hard to spill or get food back down into the cup due to the valves. The heaviness of the cup makes the boys more aware of what they are doing and they have the grippers on both the top and bottom which helps with limiting accidents.. Brilliant design! So far, if I could give these 10 stars I would." —Regina Roberti
Get it from Amazon for $18.81 (available in 11 prints).
25. A sensory swing designed with an extra spring, allowing bouncing up and down in addition to swinging — ideal for endless aerial acrobatic fun. Do they make an adult version?
Rest Nets 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 kids love it! This swing is the best! It is very well made and so much fun! It is a stretchy fabric but strong. The stretchy fabric makes it fun for the kids to swing as well as bounce and get really creative with movement. My kids wake up to swing and want to swing before bed even now a month after installing it! My only two complaints are that my kids fight over it so I wish I could have two 😪. It's the best! Such a great buy, worth the money! I highly recommend it. My kids are about 40 pounds (5-year-old) and 55 (8-year-old) pounds and i can confirm it's great for that weight range." —Lauren Cardenas
Get it from Rest Nests on Etsy for $93.50 (available in 10 colors).
26. A pack of inconspicuous corner guards for protecting your newly walking baby's fragile head from big bumps when they walk precariously close to a sharp coffee table.
Promising review: "I don’t know why I didn’t buy these sooner. I have a toddler, and my partner and I are accident prone. These have saved us so many cuts and hits, and they haven’t been installed for a week. I love that they’re clear, and cannot be pulled off easily." —Laura E Foster
Get it from Amazon for $7.98.
27. And a whale-shaped bath spout cover that'll prevent bonks on the head when they're having a ~whale~ of a good time in the bath. Plus, it comes with an adjustable strap to fit snugly on any faucet.
Promising review: "Buy. This. Now. I have constantly put off getting one of these thinking I didn't need one, that it's not that useful. Man was I wrong! I could have saved to many minor bumps/scrapes/bruises and even a few bigger ones between my two boys by just getting one of these sooner. My youngest had an especially hard time with bumping into the faucet. Well, this adorable whale has even saved him from scraping his back on the bottom of it. Bonus? It is SO easy to take on and off to clean — daily if you so choose. I don't usually notice a need until around 5–7 days (with daily baths), and even then it's minimal. Basically, if you are thinking of buying one of these, just do it. Especially if your baby is a mover." —Jesse C.
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in two colors).
28. An ingenious sandwich cutter and sealer so you can make your own Smuckers Uncrustables copycats at home without spending nearly $10 for a box. Prepare for your life to be *utterly butterly* changed.
Promising review: "I am absolutely astonished I didn't discover these sooner. I am in LOVE, there are SO many things I can make with these and let's not forget the best reason....MY KIDS EAT ALL OF THEIR SANDWICHES." —Breanna Huff
Get it from Amazon for $17.96.
29. A Fridababy three-step cradle cap system with 15,000 5-star (!!!) reviews for any parent looking for an all-in-one remedy. Just use the foam sponge to lather up baby's head, then loosen the flakes by massaging with the gentle bristle brush, and finally lift flakes ~oh so gently~ with the fine-tooth comb.
Promising review: "I was skeptical about purchasing this product, but was SO glad I did! I’ve tried removing my sons cradle cap for months now, but he gets too antsy when I try. Therefore, he’s had it for quite some time. I’ve tried tea tree shampoo, coconut oil, scrubbing it out myself, but nothing worked. This worked wonders the very first time I used it! I used it on my baby’s hair as well and almost all of it is out after just one use. If your kiddo has cradle cap, this is a MUST! What an amazing product with outstanding results. I wish I would have purchased this sooner!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.88.
30. And comforting Fridababy vapor drops consisting of organic eucalyptus and lavender essential oils to plop in your bath or humidifier to relieve stuffiness and congestion and ~open up airways~ for a restful snooze. *Instant relief for them and for you.*
Safe for babes 3+ months.
Promising review: "Immediate difference. My 5-month-old was suffering nights of awful congestion/coughing and restlessness. We tried all we could do before getting Breathe Frida and I wished we had it sooner. The first night she woke up only a couple of times in comparison to the ones before. The second night she had no middle of the night wakeups. Although these drops are not meant for cool mist humidifiers, we put them in there, just to see how it would work. We will have to get a diffuser or a warm mist humidifier in order to prevent our cool humidifier from getting damaged."—Angela
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
31. A door cushion that'll not only prevent kiddos from slamming doors and waking up their little siblings but also prevent them from accidentally locking themselves in a room.
Cushy Closer is a small biz based in Moorpark, CA invented by two moms, with nine children between them, who were tired of putting a rag or sock in the door to avoid waking up their sleeping kids.
Promising review: "Adorable pattern! As a mom with a door slammer (heaven help me) this has been one of my best purchases in 2022! Highly recommended! It also is great for when I sneak out of the room after she’s fallen asleep. I don’t have to worry about the door closing and waking her up." —jessicaholt
Get it from Cushy Closer on Etsy for $9.95.
32. A set of handy starter spoons to encourage your babe to self feed. These have grooves that purees and mashed foods stick to easily, letting little ones dip and explore exciting new flavors all on their own.
The set includes a stage one spoon and stage two spoon. The first stage spoon doubles as a teether, and is designed to introduce babies to holding utensils and exploring purees, as they soothe their sore gums. The second stage spoon is capable of holding more food and can even be loaded with solids for the child to grab and eat.
Note: The spoons don't have a stopper, so please supervise your babies to make sure they don't stick the spoon too far back in their mouth. Recommended for ages 6 months+.
Promising review: "I was searching for a spoon that my 8-month-old son can use to help him begin feeding himself while soothing his teeth. This spoon is it! My son holds it with ease and the food stays on the spoon as he twirls it until it reaches his mouth (for me this was great because food is not being wasted). The size of the spoon is perfect and he enjoys chewing on it as he is also teething. I definitely recommend this spoon. I would have bought it sooner if I knew about the spoons then. He’s been using it for a week now and everyday he gets better at it." —Laura P. Herrera
Get a set from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three colors and packs of two, four, or six spoons).
33. A Lily & River foldable wood climbing triangle because it'll not only keep your little whirlwind from climbing everything but will also ensure they're all tuckered out after a chilly day spent indoors.
Recommended for ages 6 months to 4+ years.
Lily & River is a small biz, owned by a father, that specializes in building intuitive products for kids in their manufacturing workshop nestled within the desert foothills of South Mountain in Phoenix, Arizona.
Promising review: "We purchased this two months ago for my son's second birthday. He uses it every day, climbing, slide, making it as a ramp for his cars, making it into a bridge, the possibilities are endless. It helps him use his imagination when he plays. I wish we had bought it sooner but I can see him using it for a long time. It is very sturdy!" —Celiana
Get it from Lily and River on Etsy for $186.96+ (available in four finishes and two accessory options: ladder or rock wall).
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