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1. An Uno "Nothin’ But Paper" card game that's made from fully recyclable materials (for the first time ever). Now, kids can get as much enjoyment from helping Mother Earth as they do from dropping a Wild Draw Four card.
Amazon
Promising review: "Soy-based inks, recycled content paper, no harmful chemicals, and no plastic (well, except the Amazon envelope it came in — sadly). Exactly what we wanted for our family to play with!" —Borys & Lindsay
Get it from Amazon for $3.94.
2. A tub of OxiClean baby stain fighter and soaker because laundry piles up real quick, and failing to pre-treat or soak stained baby clothes means you're going to have to wash them a second (and maybe even third) time.
3. A Dr. Brown's sponge brush built specifically for cleaning baby bottles and nipples, so don't even think about using it on those dirty dishes clogging up the sink.
4. A 60-piece pack of rainbow scratch paper to scratch that creative itch (and occupy the kids' time) while keeping the (front of) the refrigerator well stocked with kiddo's latest artistic endeavor.
5. A 12-pack of clear furniture corner bumpers for keeping kids safe (and away from the emergency room, been there) from the credenza. And when you're done with them, the adhesive won't strip or damage the furniture.
6. A two-pack of kids' art smocks that'll save the kids' clothes from all manner of paint and marker stains and, as an added bonus, can also be used for messy little eaters, too.
7. A BPA-free, silicone textured carrot teether with handles so little hands can easily grasp it when soothing their gums and incoming chompers. Bonus tip: Keep it in the fridge or freezer for some additional pain relief.
8. A two-pack of spill-proof, dishwasher-safe Munchkin snack catchers for transporting anything minuscule and munchable while keeping crumbs (somewhat) to a minimum.
9. A tear-free SPF 50 Coppertone kids sunscreen lotion that you'll want to buy in bulk, especially for those blazing summer months spent outdoors. And it's water-resistant for up to 80 minutes!
10. A hanging waste basket for your car because when you have kids, your car might actually be the one place that's even messier than your home!
11. A FridaBaby 3-in-1 nose, nail, and ear picker for cleaning out crusted or hard-to-reach boogies, visible earwax, under-nail dirt, and generally any other gunk you can find on a baby's body like lint or toe jam. Yeah, that's gross and all, but you're going to love using this thing!
12. An over-the-sink dish drying rack to save precious counter space. Plus, it can be rolled up when it's not in use so you can utilize all of your sink.
13. A 36-pack of plug protectors because you've got a lot of electrical outlets around the home (so many — did you even know you had this many?!), and you'll need to make sure all of them are safe from curious hands that know nothing about alternating currents.
14. A six-pack of Munchkin jumbo microwave bottle sterilizer bags so you can thoroughly disinfect bottles or breastfeeding equipment by eliminating 99.9% of the most common bacteria and germs. Just add water and pop it in the microwave for as little as 90 seconds.
15. A 12-sided fidget toy (aka a dodecagon) with gears, buttons, a joystick, switch, stress balls, and more to keep fingers (and more importantly, the mind operating those fingers) unstressed and focused.
16. A kids' detangling hair brush with long bristles that will easily glide through medium, thick, and curly hair. Start from the bottom and work to the root to avoid any potential hair-related meltdowns.
17. An easy-to-clean silicone spoon and fork utensil set that's microwave- and dishwasher-safe. There's also the option to personalize!
18. An LED toilet bowl nightlight because in the middle of the night, a child's aim (and let's be honest, some adults, too) is not true. Also, no need to blind anyone's night vision by turning on a super bright overhead light.
19. A tear- and fragrance-free, 2-in-1 CeraVe baby wash and shampoo that creates a mild foam and leaves no residue behind. It's also been accepted by the National Eczema Association, so it's great for kiddos with sensitive skin.
20. A ring-stacking STEM toy giving off a bit of a Beetlejuice-vibe for developing hand-to-eye and fine motor skills while keeping little hands and minds occupied for a few valuable minutes.
21. A five-pack of travel-sized squeeze bottles with a holder to hang from a bag, a belt loop, or any other easily accessible area so you're not always fumbling (or losing) that very necessary hand sanitizer.
22. A cleaning gel for cars and keyboards for reaching those nooks and crannies that never seem to get clean. The best part is that you can reuse it over and over (and you will).
23. A three-pack of Lego brick separator tools so when the tiniest of building block pieces need to be pulled apart, you won't have to explain to your dentist why you made today's appointment.
24. A spray bottle of water-based Folex instant carpet spot remover because if you've got a kid(s) and a carpet (that you care about), you best believe it's gonna get stained on the reg. Take a look right now; there's probably a new stain waiting for you!
25. A set of three neutral-colored silicone bibs for babies and toddlers for preventing food from landing on the floor and hopefully returning to its original intended destination. Cuts down on laundry, too!
26. A 45-count supply of saline nose wipes because when little noses start to run, it's not a jog, it's a Usain Bolt-like sprint to sticky snot getting anywhere and everywhere. These things are like booger magnets!
27. A floating octopus bath toy to make tub time lots more fun! It comes with three rings for a toss game and is designed to avoid mold issues, which plague so many other bath toys.
28. A Gerber Shard keychain tool with a small flat driver, medium flat driver, cross driver, pry bar, wire stripper, lanyard hole, and bottle opener. Why? Many reasons, but ever try opening a toy your kid just received? And does it need batteries? IYKYK.
29. A set of First Years stack-up cup toys that are so simple yet so effective in keeping your baby occupied. The only thing cheaper your child could possibly enjoy would be the cardboard box these are shipped in.
30. A tube of paraben-free baby diaper rash cream made with 40% zinc oxide for keeping baby booties free from painful diaper rash, sealing out moisture, and keeping things nice and dry.
31. And a BPA-free Baby Bum Brush because applying diaper cream with one's fingers (while totally fine) often results in stains on fabrics and lots of hand-washing. This butt spackler gets that unenviable job done in the quickest and cleanest way possible.
Who knew you could get so many great things for less than a 10 spot?
