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1. A sand removal bag filled with a talc-free and reef-friendly powder that'll help remove the sand that sticks to every inch of your little one (and you). Keep this on hand for the beach or even for after an afternoon of playing in the sandbox at your local park.
See it in action on TikTok here.
Shakalo is a San Diego-based small business 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 (also available in a three-pack).
2. A Tub Topper that attaches to the lip of the tub with suction cups to help protect parents on the outside from the constant splashes, while also working as a toy tray/play spot since the edge of the tub is not wide enough for car races.
Promising review: "Like you, when I first came across this, I was hesitant because of the price. It's a bit steep, I thought to myself. But then, after another night of bathtime with two towels on the ground to soak up the water my child had splashed all over, I took the plunge and bought it. And definitely worth it a million times over. My child LOVES the extra space for toys and I love the water staying in the tub. I definitely and highly suggest buying it. You won't be disappointed! Or your child!!" —Brianna
Get it from Amazon for $59.95 (available in two colors).
3. A storage bean bag perfect for filling up with the ~overflow~ of stuffed animals your child refuses to let you get rid of or the plethora of clothes piled high onto *the* chair in their room. They get to keep all their stuff with them, you get to see their floor again, and now they have a comfy place to hang out, win–win–win.
Promising review: "We had a space in my children's playroom that was bombarded with stuff animals. It was getting out of hand. I needed to find something for them. So I came across this and oh my goodness, what a life saver! It doubles as storage and a beanbag chair! We all absolutely love it!!! The material is pretty strong and the zipper works well. Highly recommend!" —Lauren Osborne
Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in two sizes and 10 colors).
4. A smock bib for the messier kids who can't be kept clean with a traditional bib. This is designed to be worn like a shirt to keep your kiddo's shirt food-free instead of having to give 'em a full outfit change after mealtime. With adjustable sleeves and waterproof cuffs, you'll be able to breathe a sigh of relief before you hand your little one that big bowl of pasta with red sauce.
Promising review: "This bib has been a game changer in feeding time for my baby! Clean-up is so much easier (especially on yogurt days), and I don't have to wash clothes as much. The material is GREAT! I can see this lasting a long time. The price was great as well. I'll probably purchase another for travel or to send to daycare." —jlonay
Get it from Amazon for $11.89+ (available in two sizes and 24 colors).
5. And a 30-count of disposable, waterproof splash mats you can put under your kiddo's high chair to help make cleanup much easier after a mealtime full of them dropping at least half of their dinner on the floor.
Each sheet is 40"x47".
Promising review: "I always hated going out to eat because my baby would make such a mess on the ground. I always tried my best cleaning it up but I couldn't get all of it. This makes my life so much easier. Parenting is hard enough, give yourself a break. I always get compliments on it by staff." —Esmeralda
Get a 30-piece roll from Amazon for $22.90 (available in three designs).
6. A portable, travel-friendly bottle drying rack so no matter where you go, your baby is always set with clean bottles when the next feeding needs to happen. Not only does it give you a place to dry a plethora of bottle parts, but it even comes with a cleaning brush and a travel bottle for your cleaner…everything you need in a lil' pouch, how convenient!!
Check out a TikTok of the travel-friendly bottle drying rack in action.
Promising review: "This is WORTH IT. Whenever I pull this out on vacation or anywhere I'm traveling to, I get so many comments on this! I'm genuinely so glad I bought this. I know it's more pricey than some of the other travel drying racks out there, but this really is the best one. It's slim and sleek, there's not a lot of parts to it (I've heard that's usually the issue with some of the others), and it can be thrown in the dishwasher (top rack)! I love that I can take my own soap with me because my baby is sensitive, and the bottle brush is the perfect size. I clean all my pump parts and bottles with this and it's such a breeze. I absolutely recommend this!" —Sarah Roberson
Get it from Amazon for $34.90 (available in two colors).
7. A pack of inconspicuous corner guards you can use to baby-proof your furniture without having those ugly pads covering every inch of your house. Hopefully now if your toddler does bang into the coffee table they won't spend the next two hours sobbing cause this will shield them from most of the pain.
Application is super easy, just wipe the surface, apply three of the included adhesive stickers, place it on the corner, and hold it for 30 seconds.
Promising review: "Must-have. I love these. We just moved in with family, and they had a coffee table with super-sharp corners and I have a little one who pulls up on everything and is trying to walk. To say I was on edge is an understatement. My sister-in-law didn’t want an obnoxious baby-proof item around her house, but these were so discreet she didn’t even notice that I had installed them. They are so soft that my little one started gumming on them to soothe his gums, LOL. They were super easy to install, stuck on very well and with not much effort, and came with plenty so if I need them I’ll have them handy. Super satisfied! If you’re thinking about getting, then please do!" —Amazon Customer
Get a pack of 18 from Amazon for $8.98 (available in three quantities).
8. A set of adjustable mesh "sea shell collecting" bags perfect for the lil collector of the fam who can never take a trip to the beach without bringing home a few special treasures. The mesh will help them dry off and (hopefully) shake off some of the sand so it doesn't go back into your hotel room.
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 $13.99+ (available in two sizes and nine color combinations).
9. A nifty bite-size food cuber so you can easily make kiddo-size sandwiches, fruit, pancakes, burgers, or whatever else in seconds.
Funbites is a small biz you may have seen featured on Shark Tank. And this is top-shelf dishwasher-safe!
Check out the food cuber on TikTok.
Promising review: "You know you’re a mom when you get excited about a food cutter! My daughter recently turned 1, and we needed to start packing a protein, grain, and two fruits/veggies. I was overwhelmed and not sure how my daughter was going to handle eating a sandwich, even though she has been eating ‘real’ food since she was 6-months-old. This is a game changer! It works perfectly, cutting her sandwich into the perfect size! Not only does it cut sandwiches perfectly, but I’ve also used it on slices of cheese to make them into bite sizes! I tell everyone about this tool and can’t wait to try it on something else!" —cdecker
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in seven color-and-shape combos).
10. A pack of sturdy, moisture-proof toddler shoe sticker helpers to help your kiddo remember which shoe goes on which foot. They'll know they picked the right one when they set the two together and put together a fairy, unicorn, or some other design. Mornings are about to always start off on the right ~foot.~
Erin Roberts Creative Co. is a small biz based in Pasadena, Maryland that specializes in stickers and stationery.
Promising review: "So far the stickers have stayed in my daughter’s shoes. We no longer have to leave the house with shoes on the wrong feet!" —sirena cheung
Get two sheets of stickers for eight pairs of shoes from Erin Roberts Creative Co. on Etsy for $8.50+ (available in two styles).
11. A Magic Tap automatic drink dispenser perfect for kiddos who have trouble lifting the heavy (and awkwardly shaped!) jugs for drinks. Now they can pour their own bevs without any fear of crying over spilled milk.
Check out a TikTok of the drink dispenser in action.
This requires two AA batteries. The dispenser should work on almost all noncarbonated beverages.
Promising review: "Super happy with this purchase. Our two little ones (5- and 3-year-old) can now easily fill their own drinks. We also purchased a dual cereal dispenser from Amazon, so now the kids can get their own breakfast cereal with milk!" —April M. Ramos
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in four colors and multipacks).
12. A game-changing FridaBaby medicine dispenser syringe to put an end to the struggle of trying to force medicine into your baby. It'll save you time and suffering since you won't have to try (and fail) many times, prolonging your poor kiddo's misery.
Promising review: "This thing is worth its weight in gold! A must have in my opinion because it makes life so much easier. We use it with gripe water or Tylenol. We bought it because she would cough and sputter because she wouldn't swallow well when given it in the cheek even in tiny amounts. It makes it a much faster process because all she has to do it suck like using a normal bottle or paci and she has never turned away because of taste either. It also happens to soothe like a regular paci afterward. Great buy." —Sullivan
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
13. A universal gripping snack tray for your kiddo who is always munchin'. The bendy, flexible arms easily attach to strollers, grocery carts, restaurant chairs, or anywhere else your little one may need easy access to a snackie. There's even a cup holder so they can wash down their cookies with some milk.
Swanoo is a small business that specializes in stroller accessories.
Check out a TikTok of the snack tray in action.
Promising review: "This product has been very useful keeping my toddler happy in her stroller for walks! It is a good size for her water cup and snack and stays in place/upright much better than I was expecting. Easy to install/uninstall from stroller. Easy to clean." —Janie D-H
Get it from Amazon for $31.99.
14. A pack of stick-on fever indicators so you can continuously monitor your child's temperature (for up to 48 hours!) without having to worry about waking them up to put a thermometer in their mouth. There are five options and one will light up to help you gauge their temp — N (normal), 99, 101, 103, and 105.
It goes without saying that these stickers aren't a replacement for a thermometer. But, if your kid has a temperature, these will help you keep track of whether their fever is spiking or going down.
Promising review: "As a new mom, I can assure you these things are A MUST! I used to take my son's temperature the old-fashioned way, and he'd kick and scream and I could never get an accurate temperature. I came across these stickers and they have made sick time at my house so much easier. It's just a great product because I can look at it anytime and get an accurate temperature. If you're a mom like me, you want to take temperatures every 30 minutes, and using a thermometer to do that just doesn't work with a grouchy baby." —Matt
Get eight stickers from Amazon for $5.51.
15. An Ezpz silicone mini training cup and straw for your toddler who is O V E R using a bottle or sippy cup but still can't be trusted with your glass cups. The weighted bottom makes it a perfect transition cup and helps kiddos learn how to properly drink from a straw.
Ezpz is a woman-owned biz that creates developmentally focused, minimalist tableware for little ones.
PS: The cup and straw are made from 100% toxin-free silicone (no BPA, BPS, PVC, latex, or phthalates). The food-grade silicone is safe for your toddler’s developing teeth + gums and dishwasher safe.
Promising review: "Must-have! I had been concerned that my 1-year-old wasn’t picking up straw drinking easily. The day the straw training cup arrived, she began drinking from a straw!! Yay! Made me so unbelievably happy! Of course, the cup is darling and the design detail is excellent. The speech pathologist who constructed the cup knew exactly what she was doing. I highly recommend you get this cup!" —Rachel
Get it from Ezpz (available in eight colors) or Amazon (available in two styles and four colors) for $17.49+.
16. A pack of sink extenders so you can stop breaking you back trying to lift those not-so-little kids up to wash their hands every time they go to the bathroom. Add hand washing to the list of things you don't have to get screamed at to help with anymore. ✅
Promising reviews: "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 step stool to our bedtime/morning routine has been a godsend. Great bargain for the price." —TeaBea21
"These are perfect to help our 2-year-old daughter reach the water when washing her hands. They fit all of our faucets and are so easy to install. Simple design, but really makes life easier. I would definitely buy again!" —Amazon Customer
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.44.
17. A Frida Baby push-pop feeder to help you feel more confident while introducing your little one to solids. Just put your food of choice in the lid and pop it on for your kiddo to start gnawing away. It's also great to throw in the freezer to help soothe babies who are teething.
Check out the push-pop feeder on TikTok.
The cap stands upright so you can easily fill it and the whole thing is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. This is designed for babies 4 months and older.
Promising reviews: "This was the perfect product to use with my 4-month-old who was trying out some solids. It made it easy to try fruits and even some frozen breastmilk to help with teething. Would buy again or give as a gift." —Justine E.
"Love that all of the pieces come apart separately so you be sure they’re really clean! The big handle is great for two little baby hands." —Zoe Chivington
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two colors and two pack sizes).
18. A sunscreen applicator designed with a roll-on sponge so you can quickly and easily apply sunscreen to even the squirmiest kids. Just fill the container with the sunscreen of your choice and start applying with the sponge for the mess-free solution you've been dreaming of.
Solar Buddies is a small biz based in the UK, founded by two moms, who set out to develop a product that would make applying sunscreen on kiddos easier.
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 one from Amazon for $15.98+ (available in seven colors and two-packs).
19. A Whiskware pancake batter mixer with a BlenderBall wire whisk to mix up perfectly smooth pancakes — without dirtying a mixing bowl, a whisk, spoons, and tbh probably all of your countertops. Just add your ingredients to this little contraption, shake to mix, and pour perfect pancakes from the spout.
Promising review: "Ohhhh, what a lifesaver. My husband is the pancake maker in our house, it's something special he does with the kids on weekends while he lets me sleep in a bit. However, when I wake up and come downstairs, I always found a huge mess to clean up. He cooks them, but never cleans up. I never complained (hey, I get to sleep in!!) but offered suggestions on how to cook without making such a mess. We're talking not only mixing bowls not rinsed out with now dried pancake batter caking them, but drips of batter on my stove, on the floor, and in my CLEAN cast-iron skillet that sits next to the stove. I had enough when I came down to find dried pancake batter on THREE of the stoves burners. I had to dismantle the stove to clean it. Making memories with the kids is great, making more work for mom is NOT! I saw this pancake mixer in passing while browsing Amazon and knew I had to get it. It works. Great. Messes are gone. The only thing I need to do is rinse out this product when I get up, and then put it in the dishwasher. Thank you, thank you, thank you. You took a lot of stress off my shoulders!!" —Dugrace
Get it from Amazon for $13.60+ (available in two colors and three sets).
20. A pack of silicone pouch lids that use a flow-control valve to prevent strong little hands from squeezing pouch snacks all over themselves. *And* they are reusable…when they've finished a pouch, you can just toss the lid in the dishwasher!
ChooMee is a small biz based in Northern California, owned by a mom, that specializes in innovative products that solve everyday feeding challenges.
Promising review: "I am OBSESSED. I saw these on a TikTok and ran to Amazon...so glad I did! My toddler loves yogurt/applesauce pouches but started purposely dumping and squeezing the contents out. But these make it absolutely impossible for her to do that without making it difficult to eat! I tested them, and it’s SO easy to drink out of, but I was unable to squeeze anything out. 10/10 recommend. I’m definitely buying more" —Amanda
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five color combos).
21. And a food and juice box holder to give your toddler the freedom of holding their own drink without leaving you an anxious mess waiting for them to squeeze it all over themselves and everything around them.
Check out a TikTok of the holder in action.
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 one from Amazon for $14+ (available in five colors and two-packs).
22. A Hatch sound machine that is pretty much a must-have if you are interested in getting a good night's sleep. It's also a night-light, clock, and can be set to a schedule to turn a specific color to let your child know it's an appropriate time to get out of bed and start the day. AKA you won't be woken by a toddler at 5 a.m. jumping on your bed asking for pancakes!
And it can be controlled with an app so you can adjust the brightness or volume even when you aren't in the room!
Promising review: "I've purchased a few other sound machines but with the birth of my second child finally decided to splurge and get the Hatch. I don't regret it at all and even bought a second one and a mini one for my room because I so enjoyed the sounds. The app is very easy to use and I love all the customizations even if you don't pay for the monthly subscription. It's the perfect white noise to fall asleep to." —Jennifer
Get it from Amazon for $59.99.
23. A snack container designed to collapse down so you can take it on the go without having to sacrifice a huge chunk of your bag to make room for it. It comes with a lid to help keep those precious Goldfish fresh and the flaps are there to keep 'em easily reachable but still inside the container and not all over the backseat of your car.
Promising review: "This is the second container I've bought since my daughter is now starting to feed herself. I bought one for my son two years ago and it has held up great. It can hold a large amount of snacks, smaller ones like Cheerios will come out if the container gets thrown around but still less of a mess than using a standard bowl. I love that it collapses, I can just throw it in my bag and use as needed when we are out and about. Overall great value, the kids love them and the material is good quality." —Denisse
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 11 colors).
24. A learning tower for your budding chef who wants to be with you everywhere you go, but you simply cannot hold them while chopping veggies, sauteeing meat, and washing dishes. Who knows, maybe they will even be helpful by prepping some ingredients to get dinner going.
Promising review: "This toddler tower is absolutely life changing. Our 15-month-old is so busy and so nosy. If he’s not being held while I’m cooking dinner, he’s crying. This tower has alleviated that problem because now he’s able to be right beside me and involved in the dinner-making process. He also uses it to eat. The tower allows him to get up and down during mealtimes which has helped tremendously with our picky eater. I’ve looked into many different towers, including some that fold up for easy storage. However, this tower is large and sturdy, which is perfect for our toddler to get up and down from. As an added bonus, if your baby likes to push things, it’s a multi-purpose tower. Our toddler also pushes this thing around the house from time to time. Would highly recommend to anyone considering" —Megan Bishop
Get it from Amazon for $87.99+ (available in six colors).
25. A Baby Brezza formula machine that'll help lighten your load by accurately measuring and mixing up your baby's formula bottle while you do 100 other things. This is especially great for middle-of-the-night feedings when you are so tired you aren't sure you can scoop the correct amount. It's basically a Keurig for baby formula!
You store the formula and water inside and with the push of a button, it'll dispense, mix, and warm the bottle exactly the way you want it. BuzzFeed shopping editor Heather Braga and contributor John Mihaly both say this is one of the best investments they made in their first years as new parents.
Promising review: "This is 100% worth every penny we paid for it. It makes bottles in a matter of seconds and at the perfect temperature. It was also very easy to assemble and is also very easy to clean. It makes late-night/early-morning feedings an absolute breeze. 10/10 recommend!" —Maggie Crist
Get it from Amazon for $199 (available in two colors).
26. Magnetic locks so you can keep your nosey little one out of drawers and cabinets without having those ugly (and truthfully difficult to open) versions that have to go on the outside for everyone to see. These easily install with included adhesive and open with the provided magnet.
The set comes with locks (with strong 3M double-sided tape on the back) and two keys.
Promising review: "These are awesome! I spent hours with a drill and screwdriver installing push down locks on cupboards five years ago. I now have another crawling baby, and those ones are all broken. I was dreading installing new ones and saw these. They literally go on in seconds, the bracket means it lines up perfectly, and the adhesive is strong! My older kids think the magnet key is super fun. Baby stays out of the chemicals, and I put one on the trash door so the dog stays out of the trash so everyone gets to live longer. Win-win. I also love that you can 'turn' them off and on so when my kids are bigger we can flip the switch but if little kids were visiting, we could put them back on." —Joseph J. Krakker
Get a set of nine from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in five quantities).
27. A set of starter spoons designed for little ones starting at 6 months old to start transitioning to self-feeding. The little crevices make it easier for them to pick up purees and mashed foods so they can develop the skills needed to use regular spoons down the road.
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 reviews: "Y'all, these are a GAME CHANGER! Our 1-year-old wanted so badly to have more independence with feeding. But some foods can't be eaten with fingers (think applesauce, yogurt, cottage cheese, oatmeal...) We were using spoons that had long handles. Babe would get so frustrated not being able to hold the spoon comfortably, not knowing yet how to scoop and hold enough on the spoon from the bowl to the mouth...and the mess...ugh! But these work so well! They're the perfect size for little hands. They grab and hold the food, so it gets into the mouth. Mealtime is way less messy, so we don't regret handing over the spoon for independent eating. AND these are teething friendly, so let 'em chew! This product is a winner, and little ones will feel like winners being able to practice feeding themselves." —GC
"Have used these pre-utensils for both of my boys, now 3 and 8 months, and I really love them. I'm a pediatric occupational therapist so I love that this allows my kids to start with some independence with their self-feeding skills early. I pre-load the spoon with soup/yogurt/mashed fruit or veggie and he takes it, holds and brings to his mouth so well! Also doubles as a teether!" —Kirsten
Get a set from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two versions, many colors, and packs of two, four, or six spoons).
28. A toilet target light so you can *hopefully* stop finding yourself standing in a cold puddle during your middle-of-the-night bathroom break. This battery-powered light has a motion sensor and projects into the toilet bowl giving your little one a spot to aim. 🎯
To apply, simply clean the area with an alcohol wipe before attaching the light. Take the sticker off the back and press firmly against the lid for 90 seconds. That's it! Batteries are included.
Promising review: "I got this thinking 'Dear lord I hope this works. If I drop my pants in pee again or have to scrub another wall I am going to go bananas!' I thought the price was a bit much but it is okay now that I know it works! I don’t know why people are saying theirs don’t stay on. I’m truly hoping they cleaned the area first... but anyway. All I did was clean the surface of the lid with some rubbing alcohol and stuck this light on, like it said to do. My husband and son are in and out of the bathroom several times a day. Slamming the lid closed. Lights on and off all the time. This still lights up bright as ever and it’s going on three weeks. Now when I sit I sometimes might lean back into it but it’s really not an issue. I'm just overwhelmed with joy because this target works and I do not have to scrub any extra walls, floors, or pants!!! You better believe I’m getting one for every darn bathroom in my house!!!" —NoRestForTheWicked
Get it from Amazon for $34.88.
29. A Shark Tank-approved UnbuckleMe car seat release tool to let your older kid gain a little more independence in getting themselves out of the car while you're desperately trying to wrangle the younger one.
UnbuckleMe is a family-owned small business that specializes in car seat accessories.
This is also great for anyone with long nails or hand weakness!
Promising review: "I think I saw this product first being advertised on TikTok, so I bought it because my 4-year-old is really independent and was always trying to buckle and unbuckle her car seats by herself, but obviously having a difficult time. She loves being able to do this independently. Also, I was thinking about my mother, who has arthritis, and how this is gonna be so helpful for her as well. I would recommend 10/10; I think this product is amazing." —Mary
Get a set of two from Amazon for $24.99 (available in five color combos).
30. A must-have baby food maker that lets you whip up purees for your kid to try out without having to buy hundreds of those premade jars. These will not only save you money but give you some extra peace of mind knowing *exactly* what ingredients made it in the mix.
This baby food maker has eight functions: auto, blend, steam, meat, puree, lack water (an alert to automatically pause steaming for safety if there isn't enough water), sterilize, and self-clean.
Promising review: "I have been using many other Grownsy products and this baby food maker is as good as other products. It comes with eight food storage bags. It is easy to use and you can follow the instructions from the manual. It is very convenient when you use this one for making solid food for babies." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $79.99.
31. A pet- and toddler-proof toilet paper holder so they can't sneak into the bathroom to play one of their favorite games — 'how quickly can I unroll the TP and how far can I drag it through the house?!'
One reviewer says it's also great if your kids tend to slosh water all over the bathroom making your TP soggy and gross. You could also install it with Command Strips so it can be easily removed when your little ones have outgrown their pulling phase.
Promising review: "I bought this to install in my bathroom so my 1-year-old son wouldn't be able to bite the toilet paper roll. It was easy to set up. It only has two screws with the drywall screw part if you don't have a stud where you want to install it – and it was complete in less than five minutes. He can push the lid up, but he can't grab the paper and hold the lid up at the same time, so it's working well for us." —Cathryn List
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in two colors).
32. And a flip-up outlet box which will prevent their tiny fingers from finding their way into the socket *and* stop them from ripping out all your cords (but is still easily accessible for adults who know how to open it).
This easily screws into the faceplate of your outlet so you don't have to worry about adding any extra holes to your wall.
Promising review: "This is the best outlet protector I have tried, and I've tried several. From the simple socket plugs to outlet covers, my son could get access to the outlets at the age of 9 months. This one, however, securely covers the entire outlet and screws into the existing base. It is difficult for someone (even an adult) with small hands to open, requiring a good-sized spread of the hand to press on the latches on either side of the unit to lift the lid. The beauty of it, though, is that you can plug things into the outlet without the kids being able to get into it AND add or remove a device from the socket with ease. Definitely a good investment and should last for several years without being disturbed by curious and grubby little hands. It's a keeper." —AntKathy
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sizes and a four-pack).
33. An over-your-finger silicone baby toothbrush with 360-degree bristles to clean more of their teeth with fewer swipes, cause let's be honest, this is probably not gonna be the easiest task to get your kiddo to cooperate for.
Decided for infants who are 3+ months old.
Promising review: "My baby loves using this toothbrush, especially during teething, gives her relief and makes me happy. The silicon is soft and gentle on her mouth. It’s a great tool for my baby to get used to having something in her mouth to introduce to toothbrush later." —Momo
Get a set of two from Amazon for $13.98+ (available in three different color combinations and a pack of four).
34. And a self-closing toothpaste cap perfect for when your kiddos are old enough to brush their own teeth but may not have perfected putting the cap back on or not squeezing ~massive~ globs onto their brush (and prob the counter, too).
Promising review: "Not only does it work great for my 4- and 5-year-old, but it also works great for the teenager who never puts the lid back on the toothpaste. This way, I have one less battle to fight in my house." —Ashley Moses
Get a set of three from Amazon for $6.75+ (available in two versions and three color combinations).
35. An Itzy Ritzy adjustable stroller organizer to be the extra set of hands you so desperately wish you had. Now you don't have to juggle your coffee, water bottle, phone, keys, baby bottle, and more, all while trying to keep your little one entertained long enough to make it home from your afternoon stroll.
Itzy Ritzy is a small biz owned by parents of three kiddos that specializes in creating safe, stylish parenting gear.
Promising review: "Love love love!! Use this every single day!! It has been so helpful, not to mention how gorgeous it is! We get so many compliments on it and matches her diaper bag! Would definitely recommend this to any parents!!" —shae Cox
Get it from Amazon for $19.63+ (available in eight styles).
36. A five-pack of clear stove knob covers so you can feel good knowing no little hands can reach up and accidentally turn on the stove. And since they are clear they won't be an eyesore. Unlike some baby-proofing supplies, these *aren't* also adult-proof — meaning you can just flip 'em up when you need to turn the stove on, no need to remove the whole thing.
Jool Baby is a family-owned small business in NYC run by a husband and wife team who have four kiddos at home. They make a variety of smart baby products for the home. These knob protectors are also heat-resistant so you don't have to worry about them being so close to the hot stove.
Promising review: "My son was reaching for the knobs as soon as he was able to walk and talk enough. These covers did the trick by making it impossible for my 13-month-old to turn the knob without opening it." —Spartacus
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
37. A bed rail you can attach to their big kid bed to keep them safe when they make the upgrade but still flail and roll ALL night long.
Promising review: "This is a lifesaver literally and figuratively speaking lol. We are first time parents and made the biggest mistake of bringing our 1-year-old to our bed when she would wake up in the middle of the night two to three times. We wake up early and just decided to bring her to bed with us. Now she no longer wants to sleep in her crib SMH. She is a wild sleeper and fell from our bed twice. I immediately got my phone to order this online. We absolutely LOVE it!!!!!!! We don't have to keep waking up to see if she is near the edge of the bed or anything like that. These bed rails are long (wish they were longer) and of excellent quality! I have woken up and she is literally right on the edge and the rail is keeping her from falling. She weighs 26 lbs. Good quality and strong enough to hold a wild sleeper!!" —Pseudopod
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
38. A Stokke modern high chair designed to grow with your kiddo as it transitions from a newborn-compatible high chair to a regular chair (that can hold up to 300 lbs!) Unlike many other versions, this one is sleek so you won't mind it becoming a permanent fixture amongst your furniture.
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Heather Braga has this and says, "This high chair can really do it all. It holds up to 300 pounds (!!!) and it has an adjustable seat and footplate positions for the utmost comfort. Additionally, when your tyke outgrows the need for a highchair, you can remove the pieces to turn it into an actual chair for their playroom! We've tried a few high chairs out (as is a perk of my job, obviously) and this one is my crowned winner. My son fits the most comfortably in it, it's the easiest to clean (BY FAR!), and the legs don't stick out very far (so no one is tripping over them). I love that it comes in an array of stylish colors (we have walnut to match our wood floors and furniture) and that it can be used into toddlerhood. He's 2 years old now (wahhh) and still fits comfortably in the Tripp Trapp. Not only does he eat all of his meals in it, but he also happily sits in it to do fun crafts. I'm 100% getting another one for my next baby (due in a few weeks of this writing) and adding on the newborn bundle so she can sit at the table with us. It's definitely one of the items I recommend everyone to put on their registry!"
Promising review: "I have tried several other high chairs and they are so difficult to clean and bulky. I wish I would have started with this one! You can pull it right up to the table, it's not bulky at all, and it's so incredibly easy to clean. Don't let the price scare you... Spend the money... Out of everything baby/toddler related, a high chair is the thing you use the most on a daily basis and for the longest amount of time so making sure you love it is crucial!" —Kelli Novak
Get it from Amazon for $219+ (available in 21 colors and four versions that include different attachments).
The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.