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    Just 34 Things You May Want In Your Diaper Bag This Spring

    Finally, we can get these antsy kids out of the house (and our of our hair).

    1. A farm animal book that's beloved for being "indestructible" — seriously, it's rip-proof, nontoxic, waterproof, and 100% washable (which is pretty wild for a BOOK, don't ya think?) Pop it in your bag so when your older kid wants to venture onto the playground your youngest will have some in-stroller entertainment.

    Children's book open to a page with illustrations of chickens on a farm and pigs with a mud puddle
    Child in a car seat holding a colorful book with farm and vehicle illustrations

    My son received this has a gift from one of my friends and all these months later he's still loving it! We keep it in the car, since it's super thin, and he loves that he can pick it up and "read" it to himself. As a baby he loved gnawing on it (duh) and I loved that, despite that, the book remained in tact!

    Promising review: "This book is worth more than it's sold for. This little durable book will be passed down from one baby to the next. The pages are thin, but very durable. The pictures are bright and colorful. My 3-month-old loves it. He stares at the pages and I can see his little eyes moving to the different images. I'm not scared to let him hold it because I know he can't tear it up. I will be buying more of these books." —dawn

    Get it from Amazon for $5.95 and check out all the other themes in the series while you're at it.

    2. Bumkins washable bibs that'll turn mealtime into a fashion show (hehe) while also protecting your little one's clothes from all kinds of gross baby food stains. This style is easy to fold up and keep iny our diaper bag for impromptu feedings/ spring picnics.

    a baby wearing a mario themed bib that says 'feed me
    Heather Braga / BuzzFeed

    My son has these bibs in a variety of styles: Super Mario Bros, The Legend of Zelda, and Mickey Mouse. They're super cute and make for silly photos, but best of all they can be easily rinsed off or thrown into the washing machine. I've put the bibs in with his regular laundry and then dried them on cool — they come out nice 'n' clean. Additionally, Bumkins is a small business!

    Promising review: "This is easy to put on and easy to clean. We just rinse, wipe and dry. I can see our son may be able to take it off one day but that's part of the process. I like how light it is compared to the silicone bibs we have." —hmfan24

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in a variety of styles and sets).

    3. A stretchy Boba Wrap you can wrap around your body so you and your baby can snuggle while you're on-the-go. Cuddling and being productive at the same time? Sounds like a parenting dream come true!

    A model wearing a baby in the grey wrap
    reviewer's photo carrying their baby in the grey wrap

    Boba Baby is a small business!

    Promising review: "I have tried three carriers. This carrier is fantastic. It is stretchy, breathable, and lightweight. My 3-month-old wants to be held and carried around when she's awake. This carrier makes that so much easier. I have two older children and having my hands free to do things for them makes everything easier. " —MomBoss

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in 16 colors).

    4. A food and juice box holder for any parent who has made the grave error of handing their toddler a pouch or juice box only to watch them squeeze the contents all over — this holder let them feed themselves without the mess.

    a reviewer photo of them holding the holder with a food pouch inside
    a reviewer photo of a child using the pouch holder

    Watch this mama's review of the flipping holder in this TikTok. Flipping Holder is a small business!

    Promising review: "BEST THINGS EVER!! My little one is 10-months-old and a little Miss Independent. She HATES when I have to help feed her. She LOVES the applesauce pouches, but always squeezes them and makes the biggest mess ever! I thought these would be worth a shot. I was right!! Works awesome for her with juice boxes, too! AND she's happy because mommy doesn't have to help!! I would definitely buy them again, and I told EVERYONE with littles how much they need to buy these!" —Kaila

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in eight combos). 

    5. A pack of silicone pouch lids that'll fit any one you've purchased from the store — yes, even that VERY specific brand that's the only one your kiddo will seemingly CONSIDER eating. It has a no-spill control valve you'll thank your lucky heavens for when your little one is eating in the car.

    gif of someone squeezing the food pouch and nothing coming out
    reviewer's photo of a cap on a food pouch

    Check out why a mom calls this pouch topper the "coolest thing" in this TikTok

    ChooMee is a small business based in Northern California, owned by a mom, that specializes in innovative products that solve everyday feeding challenges.

    Promising review: "Are you tired of your infant squeezing their food pouches all over themselves? The floor? And most importantly your nice dress shirt as you're trying to leave the house in the morning and you're already running late for work and no matter how many breakfast burritos from Whataburger you bring into the office your boss is going to kill you for being late again?! Not saying that would happen to me, maybe you but not me. Why? Because I bought these little puppies before that could ever happen. The one way valve saves the day. And even my manly, manicured, buttery soft hands can't squeeze hard enough to get a drop out. Save your shirts and your jobs. Buy these tops!" —Joshua Mueller

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $7.99 (available in five color combos).

    6. A JellyCap you can pop onto most regular bottles and will magically transform it into a makeshift sippy cup.

    reviewer showing the cap on a water bottle with a straw coming out of it
    a review photo with the cap on a yogurt bottle

    Find out why this parent calls this is one of their "coolest" Amazon finds in this TikTok

    Promising review: "Wonderful for my autistic 4-year-old! I absolutely LOVE these Jelly Caps! I found them on TikTok and knew it would be perfect for my son! He’s 4 and I’m always forgetting to bring his cup. He’s autistic and struggles when drinking from a bottle. These fit great on his happy meal milk from McDonald’s as well as every bottled water I’ve tried! Only down side is it takes a smaller straw than you get at the store. But to fix then I always put the straw in from the 'bottom' before placing it on the bottle! 10/10 recommend! Just buy them!" —Nikki

    Get a three pack from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two color options). 

    7. 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 they're kiddo is hitting a pitch that could likely break glass.

    The red tool
    a reviewer using the car seat buckle release tool

    Watch this mom explain why this tool has been a game-changer in this TikTok.

    This gadget doesn't attach to the car seat, so no need to fret about kiddo's 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 six colors).

    8. A diaper cream spatula applicator you'll either laugh or cringe at but will thank your lucky stars that you thought to purchase it when you see how much nicer it is to apply diaper cream to your baby's booty with it instead of your finger (especially when you're out and about!)

    Blue silicone applicator with a person's presses finger pressing on the tip to show that it is soft and flexible
    Reviewer's holding the pink applicator over a jar of cream

    Find out why this parent is in "LOVE" with this spatula on TikTok

    Promising review: "Yes, it’s weird. I laughed (to myself) when I got one as a baby gift. Then my baby got her first rash and after wrestling a diaper closed with fingers covered in diaper cream I remembered this and oh boy what a lifesaver. It applies cream evenly and wipes clean. I now have two and will probably buy a third for the diaper bag. It’s also nice for people who have sensory issues or are new to diaper-changing. Yes it’s weird, but it’s also crazy useful." —jp

    Get it from Amazon for $5.94+ (available in five colors).

    9. A travel urinal — a saving grace for when your child, once again, has to pee even though you *JUST* asked them 10x if they had to go at a rest stop.

    a travel urinal for kids with vaginas
    a travel urinal for kids with penises
    Amazon

    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).

    10. And a pack of toilet seat covers that'll bring you peace of mind knowing your toddler's tush never has to touch a grime-filled public toilet. You might want to use it yourself, TBH.

    Promising review: "Must-have! If you have a toddler these are a MUST! We travel and it gives us peace of mind knowing that no matter where we are, as long as we have these covers we can safely take her to the bathroom and everything is OK. Before we found these, I used to be super stressed when she would ask to use the bathroom and we were out and about but not anymore. They have cute colors and are big enough." —Dayanna Pita

    Get a pack of 24 covers from Amazon for $9.49.

    11. 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.

    A BuzzFeed editor's arm with a bite on it, the editor holding the suction tool and an after photo of the swelling reduced on the editor's arm.
    Rebecca O'Connell / BuzzFeed

    Watch 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).

    12. An oh-so-cute Smily Mia Penguin pacifier to slip over your little one's hand — they won't be able to toss it across the room and will have no choice but to chomp away on it for some sweet relief from those painful teeth, leaving you with some time to enjoy the spring weather in peace.

    The purple penguin pacifier
    A baby sucking on the blue pacifier on their hand
    Amazon

    Check out this happy baby with the penguin paci on TikTokSmily Mia is a small business!

    Promising review: "I don’t know why we waited so long to get my baby this. She’s 4 months and only had it for about a week. Not only does it work wonders for her gums, but it’s also teaching her to grip other things harder. For example, ever since she’s been using this, she holds her bottle better. We love it totally recommend." —Cristhian Gutierrez

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 13 styles).

    13. A pack of spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers so your kiddo can grab a lil' treat whenever the mood strikes without making a crumbly mess all over.

    Two snack containers in blue and green
    A child model's hand pulling a cracker out of the blue snack cup
    Reviewer's video demonstrating how the container prevent snacks from falling out

    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 $5.99+ (available in three color combos and in two count sizes).

    14. A Zak Designs BPA-free, leak-proof cup that'll make taking drinks on-the-go a breeze — and they really and truly do not leak (phew) so when your toddler shakes it upside down (and they will) you won't have a fountain of water to mop up.

    a bluey tumbler cup
    Amazon

    I cannot even begin to tell you just how many toddler cups I've tried out for my son before settling on these. They really don't leak, he can't open/close it for fun like he does with flip-top cups, and he has no issue using the straw (I think because it's thicker than most!). I personally like that they come in a bunch of fun styles. We have the Bluey cup (shown above) as well as a two-pack featuring Mario and Luigi. My favorite feature, however, is that I can toss it into the dishwasher for easy cleaning!

    Promising review: "They don't leak or volcano everywhere! It's taken so long and so many different straw cups but we finally found ones that don't make a huge mess, even when our son is trying to make a mess!" —A. Smith

    Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in eight styles).

    15. Tushbaby hip carrier you may have seen across your TikTok travels — parents love how much it saves their backs and that it has a ton of pockets for storage.

    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: "A MUST HAVE!!!!!!!!!!! Moms and Dads, this is the absolute best purchase I have EVER made. So worth the money. Do not cheap out and get an off brand. This is the one. I carried my 33 pound 16 month old on my hip for 3 hours in total while vacationing through a state park. 4 miles later, up stairs (were talking 200+ stairs) and dirt terrain I have no back or hip pain. And my son stayed on my hip, comfortable without any fuss. Even my husband who is 6’3” wore it and noticed the ease of putting it on and carrying our chunky monkey. Seriously, if you want to invest in something that will save your back, GET IT!" —Mom 2 Two

    Get it from Amazon for $84.99

    16. An Oogiebear tool that's confusingly kinda cute even though its purpose is *a bit* gross — to remove earwax and boogers safely from your little one. An absolute must-have for parents trying to survive allergy season in one piece.

    reviewer's photo showing the booger cleaning tool in a packaging
    A closeup of the bear booger cleaner tool
    www.amazon.com, Chandni Reddy / Buzzfeed

    Oogiebear is a small business that sells baby hygiene products. 

    Promising review: "Must have for toddler mamas! This is the best $12 piece of plastic/silicone I have ever bought! Great for my 2-year-old and he doesn’t even mind when I use it! Great for those nasty boogers!" —Megan G.

    Get it from Amazon for $12.95+ (also available with an LED light).

    17. Reusable puree pouches you can fill with your own homemade baby food or a store-bought one when you and your mini-me are on-the-go. They're super easy to clean, seal really well (they open from the side!) and simple for babies to eat from.

    editor's baby eating out of a reusable baby brezza pouch
    Heather Braga / BuzzFeed

    They're easy to fill, as the side opens like a ziplock bag, and even easier to rinse and reuse. We've been using them regularly in my home and are thrilled with them. You can also fill and freeze them if you want to meal-prep your kiddo's food for the week.

    Promising review: "These reusable pouches are great. They are easy to fill and use. They have been uncomplicated to wash and I have been very glad I purchased." —Kelly

    Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $10.99.

    18. And/or Happy Tot Organics variety pack pouches, because if you have a toddler in your life chances are they're demanding these 99.9% of the time. Time to stock up!!

    a toddler eating a happy tot pouch
    an array of love my veggies happy tot pouches
    Amazon

    We're a biiiiiig fan of Happy Tot Organics pouches in this home. It's not always easy to convince my toddler to eat veggies when he'd rather have nuggets or pasta (I don't entirely blame him), so it makes me feel a bit better knowing when he downs one of these he's getting a decent serving of fruits and vegetables. They're our go-to on-the-go snack as well, as they don't have to be refrigerated.

    Promising review: "Love this for my kids, they can't tell there are vegetables in it and I make them eat one with every meal." —Karina

    Get a pack of 16 from Amazon for $27.74 (available in three variety sets).

    19. An on-the-go OXO wipes dispenser every parent should have in their diaper bag — seriously. It's so much easier than trying to tote around an entire, thick packet of wipes. Load it up with a bunch then be on your merry way.

    a travel wipes holder
    a wipes container filled with wipes

    It goes without saying, I own and love this product. It's simple, keeps my wipes from drying out, and is easy to move swap into different bags as needed. Now that my child is a toddler I'm constantly cleaning dirt/sand/you name it off of his hands in addition to using wipes for diaper changes.

    Promising review: "Love this OXO wipe dispenser. It fits perfectly into my diaper bag without taking up too much space. I can easily use it one handed. There is a rubber strap on the end if you wanted to hook it to something." —KKS

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    20. A battery-operated stroller fan with a flexible handle so you can adjust it as needed to keep your mini-me the perfect temperature while heading out on a stroll.

    a reviewer's black fan attached to their stroller
    a pink tripod fan

    Reviewers have also attached it to their little one's cribs and car seats for extra air flow. I personally used this in my stroller during my son's first summer (he was about three months old at the time) and will definitely be using it during our walks this year as well.

    Promising review: "As summers get hot I knew I needed a fan for my newborn. This was perfect for his crib side, stroller and in the car. Its quiet, and I love the three settings. I don't use the light but it's nice to have. I can leave it on all night on low on a hot night so my son has some air movement in his crib and a breeze on our walks when his stroller gets stuffy. I fully charged it before I used it so the battery life isn't bad but will only last maybe two hours on highest setting before dying. Battery life is short but not bad if you use it on the low setting. I charge it every few days and its held up nicely. Not too bad for the price." —Queen Sweetnez

    Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in three colors).

    21. A universal cup holder that can be easily attached to your stroller or diaper bag to ensure that you keep yourself hydrated as well as your little one. It comes in an array of fun colors and has drainage holes in the bottom. 👏

    a pink silicone cup holder on a stroller
    a stanley cup in a silicone cup holder attached to a stroller

    Ryan & Rose is a family-owned small business that creates stylish accessories parents will love. Reviewers also love adding this cup holder to other objects like their spin bikes, beach chairs, shopping carts, and more. I personally attached mine to my son's Liki Trike!

    Promising review: "I am obsessed with these holders! I have a huge stroller that a conventional cupholder won't work on, the Ryan And Rose Cutie Holder is perfect! I am actually order a second one that I can use to hold to hold my cell phone! The uses are endless! Stock up when you can!" —ShopTillYouDrop

    Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in 11 colors).

    22. Mission MightyMe Peanut Puffs you might find yourself snacking on alongside your kiddo — they're great for snack time and for exposing little ones to peanuts early on.

    Mission MightyMe
    Amazon

    Mission MightyMe is a small business based in Atlanta, Georgia. These puffs are so tasty I definitely have been eating them alongside my 1-year-old. They're one of his favorite snacks and a great way to introduce him to peanuts. They're plant-based, gluten-free, and (most importantly) delicious! He loves them! They also come in other varieties that include other types of tree nuts.

    Promising review: "We are doing baby-led leaning and were looking for a good, and simple way to introduce nuts. A Instagram account I follow raved about these repeatedly so I figured I would give them a try. My baby loves them, both flavors. Glad we got the combo pack! Will definitely buy again!" —Lisa Marie

    Get them from Amazon for $26.06 (available in four packs).

    23. Peanut butter and jelly oat and fruit bars, perfect for stashing away in your diaper bag for when your kiddos inevitably work up an appetite while playing outdoors.

    peanut butter strawberry oat and fruit bars
    Ready Set Food

    Ready. Set .Food! (a small business who you may have seen on Shark Tank), creates delicious baby food and snack options that can help introduce them (safely) to allergens. I've given their oatmeal and these fruits bars to my son (who can be finicky about his food) on multiple occasions and they've been a hit! I'll totally be adding these to my diaper bag as an easy (and not too messy) on-the-go snack option.

    Get a box from Amazon for $6.78 (also available in packs of two and four and in four flavor options).

    24. A set of adjustable mesh "sea shell collecting" bags tykes can use to gather all the exciting treasures they find while strolling along a beach or, honestly, even in their own backyard!

    A child with a green mesh bag strapped across their torso
    Three mesh bags in pale green, blue, and pink

    Promising review: "I bought these for my kids to use on vacation where we'd be camping and doing lots of outdoor activities. They used them to collect rocks and other interesting finds. They held up well and several months later with use at home there are no rips or tears. The mesh was convenient when collecting rocks on the beach, and we wanted to hose everything down before bringing them inside. They have an adjustable strap and very easily fit all of my kids ranging from ages two to 10 (could fit older kids, too). I highly recommend!" —a_bennet

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two sizes and four color combinations). 

    25. A package of water wipes that are unscented and hypoallergenic — perfect for keeping in your diaper bag, car, and changing station. They'll clean your baby's booty with ease and without irritating them (which is a win for any parent).

    packages of waterwipes
    Amazon

    I order these in bulk — I love them and rely on them that much. I've tried a bunch of brands and have been happy with a variety, but I always find myself coming back to these basic water wipes. They get the job done and just seem wetter than others I've tested out. No complaints!

    Promising review: "Love these wipes, my son is 15 months old and has never had any break outs or diaper rash and safe to use on hands and face while you are traveling or out of the house. No scent and cleans great, no worries of it drying out either.... if the package won't seal well or is ripped, they stay moist." —Vera

    Get a pack of 3 (with 60 wipes per packet) from Amazon for $12.93.

    26. Or plant-based charcoal enhanced wipes, in case your tyke has extra sensitive skin. These are fantastic at keeping kiddos clean (their cute butts but *also* their hands, knees, face, etc) without causing any irritation thanks to being made from bamboo viscose.

    A pack of DYPER Charcoal Enhanced Baby Wipes with giraffe logo for eco-friendly shopping
    DYPER brand charcoal-enhanced baby wipes in a black package on a countertop
    Amazon

    DYPER is a small business! I've put these to the test and am definitely a fan — they're unscented, gentle, and get the job done. What more could you want in a wipe? I've literally thrown an entire package of them in my car for emergencies.

    Promising reviews: "I really like the texture, scent, and overall product." —Kristin

    Get a pack of 224 wipes from Amazon for $18.99.

    27. And of course, Hello Bello diapers — the number one thing you ABSOLUTELY need in your bag, as they will be absolutely integral to your survival if your tyke isn't potty trained. These also features fun designs... who doesn't appreciate a cute lil' diaper butt???

    a baby wearing a candy corn printed diaper
    a diaper with cute sun and cloud designs on it
    Heather Braga / BuzzFeed

    I've been lucky enough to receive *a lot* of diaper samples since having my son, Noah. So, this likely won't be the last time you hear me analyze a diaper brand. #SorryNotSorry. Anyways, I received a super cute package from Hello Bello (Kristen Bell's brand) featuring candy corn printed diapers for Halloween in 2022 — and, yes, they were absolutely as cute as they sound! I love a good theme so right off the bat I was tickled to put Noah's lil' booty into diapers that were appropriate for spooky season (and who could blame me?). I've also had the pleasure of receiving their Grinch themed diapers (so cute) and a variety of other fun prints.

    However, I'd be remiss to say the best part is that the Hello Bello diapers actually do what they're supposed to — hold in pee and poop! While I appreciate the adorable themes and patterns Hello Bello offers, I was happiest in the infant/baby months when I didn't have to change my son's outfit five times a day because of pee gone awry. I'm even happier to report there was one day Noah pooped A LOOOOOT (how does so much come out of such a tiny body????) and there were absolute no leaks through the diaper — not a single blowout has been had. At the end of the day, that's what really matters. So, you better believe I'll be stocking up on these for round two with Baby Girl.

    Get a pack of 128 size 1 diapers from Amazon for $34.99 and check out all other size options here.

    28. An iconic Sophie the Giraffe teether your little one will, for unexplained reasons, likely cherish and love chomping away on as their pearly whites start to (painfully) poke through. Trust me, if you're planning to leave your home *at all* this spring while your tyke is teething, you're going to want to have Sophie in your bag.

    editor's child chewing on sophia the giraffe
    editor's child chewing on sophia the giraffe
    Heather Braga / BuzzFeed

    Sophie the Giraffe has become a valued member of our family. I ran out to buy it when my son started teething (badly) as he simply refused every other type of teether we already had (of course). I was skeptical as to why a toy giraffe would cost nearly $30, but I soon learned it clearly had magical powers. Sophie has apparently been around for over 55 years (who knew!) and is made entirely of natural rubber. She has various chewable parts (ears, horns, and legs) that Noah was able to grasp onto himself way easier than any other teether. She's becoming my go-to baby shower gift, and we simply don't leave the house without her!

    PSA: Do not wash Sophie with water or if you do, do not get water into the squeaker hole! I've seen a number of TikTok videos noting that if you do this the inside can potentially get moldy.

    Promising review: "I was super hesitant to spend $25 on a teething toy. It’s honestly just a regular squeaky toy, but the other reviews were spot on, and my child absolutely LOVES his Sophie. Something about that rubbery smiley giraffe is just so darn appealing to babies. She is without a doubt one of his very favorite toys, especially once he started teething." —Courtnee Thompson

    Get it from Amazon for $26.83.

    29. A shopping cart cover to create a barrier between your kiddo and all of the unseen germs lurking around — certainly can't hurt and will also prevent them from, literally, sucking on the cart itself (babies are wild).

    a baby sitting in a grey shopping cart cover with white stars
    a baby sitting in a grey shopping cart cover with white stars
    Heather Braga / BuzzFeed

    I have this for my son (pictured above) and am *very* glad that I do. As you can see from his first time in a shopping cart at Target, all he immediately wanted to do was chew on it — which is disgusting and germy! The cover protected him from sucking on unknown grossness...thankfully.

    Promising review: "Love! I was in the market for a nice shopping cart cover. My newest baby definitely is one that puts everything possible into his mouth, so a shopping cart cover was a must this time around. It's easy to unfold and fold up. A little tricky to put on the first time, but I’m sure I’ll get used to it. It seems to be fairly padded. Covers a standard Walmart cart thus far. I believe it will work for high chairs as well. I do wish it came with its own toys. I would definitely recommend for children who are comfortable sitting up on their own." —Alicia

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in six styles).

    30. Polarized WeeFarers sunglasses, which will protect your baby's eyes from the harsh sun while also ensuring they'll look like Tom Cruise in Risky Business. (And that's just as important!)

    a baby wearing weefarer sunglasses
    Toddler in a sleeveless dress and sandals, accessorized with sunglasses and a headband
    Heather Braga / BuzzFeed, Amazon

    I "splurged" on these for my little one and have zero regrets! He, shockingly, doesn't mind wearing them at all and he looks so freakin' cute in them I can't help but take a million photos anytime he has them on. I love that you can register them and if something happens to them within your first year of owning them you'll be able to get a replacement. I even bought them as a gift for my friend's baby's first Christmas — I love them that much. Additionally, WeeFarers is a small business!

    Promising review: "We love these! I can’t even believe my 3-month-old doesn’t try to pull them off, but apparently he finds them comfortable enough to just leave them. We get so many compliments when he has them on and people love the play on the classic Ray-Bans Wayfarers and the 'WeeFarer' name. Best of all, I can rest assured that his little eyes are protected. The little strap is great to keep them in place. We will definitely be buying the next size up when he grows out of these." —Sara

    Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in four sizes and 13 styles).

    31. An inexpensive portable white noise machine that'll be your saving grace when it comes to getting your little one to sleep in an unfamiliar place. Go ahead, book that vacation and know that you'll be (somewhat) prepared to take on bedtime. Spring break totally doesn't have to be out of the question just because you have kids!

    The portable white noise machine
    Amazon

    Promising review: "We use it at night, during the day at home, and even on the go. With our first baby we had white noise on our phones, this just makes our lives so much easier. We just leave it next to the baby with timer, and she sleeps for a few hours." —Tatiana Figueiredo

    Get it from Amazon for $12.14.

    32. Baby Bum SPF 50 Sunscreen, a must-have for parents and their littles — it's unscented, moisturizing, 100% mineral based, vegan, cruelty-free, and dye-free. It'll certainly get the job done!

    sun bum baby sunscreen
    Amazon

    I've use this on my son and it's great! In a pinch, I've used it on myself as well. It rubs in easily (thankfully because putting sunscreen on kids is a TASK and a half) and smells nicely of coconut. I also use Sun Bum's Sunscreen Stick on my son's face, which is equally fantastic, because it's easier to apply in a pinch than a cream.

    Note: sunscreen is only made for children over the age of 6 months.

    Promising review: "This is the only mineral sunscreen I will use or put on my children. It's the only brand I've tried that goes on smooth and not super thick, and doesn't leave a white residue. Works great and no harmful ingredients, what's not to love!" —Natalie Anderson

    Get it from Amazon for $15.99.

    33. 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).

    The paper thin lavender soap sheets, which come in a matchbox size box
    Amazon

    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).

    34. And a Java Sok to keep your drink chilled, perfect for any parent who is tired of drinking watered-down iced coffee because they got caught up in the morning madness with their baby and didn't have a spare moment to sip on it.

    a light green printed java sok
    a reviewer's leopard print java sok

    Wow, I need one of these. Not only do I never have time to calmly drink my iced coffee, but my son is also currently obsessed with pulling on straws. So, if I'm with him (which I typically am) I have to hide my drinks or set it somewhere far from us. 

    Java Sok is a small business that sells an array of reusable neoprene cup holders designed to keep drinks colder and eliminate condensation.

    Promising review: "Obsessed! Great stocking stuffers or a gift to yourself! Will be buying more. I’m someone who takes a while to drink their drinks (mom life) so it keeps my drinks from watering down! Love this product! Feels like a coooozy." —Thumbs up

    Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in a variety of prints and five sizes).

    Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.