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1. A popular grape cutter that makes quartering grapes for your little ones almost absurdly fast and easy. Reviewers say it's easy to clean and works great for slicing other small fruits too!
Promising reviews: "Must have if you have toddlers. Wish I knew of this sooner. Has made it so much easier to cut grapes for my toddler. Now can do it one-handed when my LO won’t let me set him down to cut the fruit. I have also used it to cut blueberries and blackberries." —Crystal Albertin
"If your toddler loves grapes, this is a MUST-HAVE! So much easier than cutting into quarters with a knife." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $11.95.
2. A set of satisfying tempera paint sticks so your kids can enjoy all the fun of painting *without* the mess. These quick-drying paint sticks use a washable, nontoxic paint that stays in a semi-solid form and feels kinda like painting with a vibrant lipstick. Kids *and* parents love these!
Promising review: "Best invention almost ever (there’s still sliced bread). I mean how can you go wrong with paint in a stick?!! I mean certainly a toddler can go wrong with it. A toddler can go wrong somehow with a spaghetti noodle!!! But seriously, I saw these paint sticks at one of our local art galleries and it was an immediate MUST HAVE!!! Vibrant colors and they fit in little hands SO well!!! My kiddo loves them and so does her Momma!!" —RNinMD70
Get a pack of 24 pens from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two styles and multipacks).
3. An under-$20 baby monitor with over 25,000 5-star ratings from happy parents who love its long-range, crystal clear sound, long-lasting rechargeable battery, ease of use, and more — all for a low price! This device eliminates background noise to focus on sounds made by your baby, and it even uses LEDs to visually indicate the sound in your little one's room if you need to mute it for a while.
The battery life is advertised as 8 hours, but some reviewers found it can last even 9–10 hours!
Promising reviews: "I didn’t have much money so I bought the cheapest ones I could find. These are the best monitors I have ever bought. I've bought the $109.99 ones, and the receiver was noisy and staticky the whole time — I could hardly hear what was going on with them. These inexpensive monitors work four rooms away for me. They may be simple, but they are worth more then the hundred dollar ones. Best monitors ever." —Amazon Customer
"I bought this hesitantly as it was cheaper, however after reading reviews, I decided to give it a shot. I am sure glad I did, this little thing works great! No feedback or buzzing sounds like some others. It is completely silent, even keeping the TV sounds off. It only kicks on when the baby makes a noise or a voice is detected. Very happy with the quality of this device for a cheap monitor.
I normally leave it plugged in, so I can't say how the battery life is for sure, however some nights when baby is asleep, I will unplug the speaker and take it outside with me, and it seems to have really good range. The baby sleeps upstairs on the opposite side of house, and the garage is about 20 feet from house and it picks up perfectly. The longest I have been out there was for two hours with the unit unplugged, and it lasted the whole time. So battery seems to be decent along with the range. Overall very happy, I would definitely recommend this product." —Timothy Ham
Get it from Amazon for $18.69.
4. An brilliant sandwich cutter and sealer for any parent who can't bring themselves to spend nearly $10 on another box of Smuckers Uncrustables when this under-$20 device makes it ridiculously simple to make your own.
5. A pack of spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers with soft flaps that make it *easy* for little hands to to reach inside, but *hard* for snacks to come flying out every which way. Now you can stop having to choose between handing your toddler snacks one piece at a time or dealing with Cheerios ending up EVERYWHERE. There's a reason these things have *over 51,000* 5-star ratings!
Promising review: "What a lifesaver! I mean really! My daughter loves her snacks, she also loves to make a mess, give them to the dog, or fill her car seat up with them. Then cry when she has nothing to eat. My wife picked one up at Target and man... we used it so much, we couldn't clean it fast enough. SOOOO we bought a few more. and for less than $5 for two.... this is a no-brainer!" —jeffgrantMEDIA
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $6 (available in four colors and also in a four-pack).
6. A leave-in conditioning spray for curly hair that'll detangle hair, reduce frizz, restore curls, and more so you can get out the door faster. It's designed for kids, but adults love using it too!
Reviewers say this spray will leave wavy or curly hair (from 2a–4c hair) shiny, soft, and bouncy. Plus, it has over 17,000 5-star ratings!
Promising reviews: "A must-have. Best product I’ve found for my little one's hair." —Jose Orellana
"This stuff is fantastic for curly girls! I spray it in my daughter's dry hair in the morning, run my fingers through her ringlets (never ever comb or brush curly hair dry), then clip the top back. It smells amazing, and the price on Amazon is better than other national retailers I've found it at. The price is worth it. Minimizes frizz and keeps curls soft and natural looking. My daughter has soft/fine thick hair." —Carolyn Smith
Get it from Amazon for $9.49+ (also available in a two pack).
7. Or a Crave detangling brush with 50,000 5-star ratings. It's designed to glide through wet *or* dry hair while gently separating tangles (instead of tugging or ripping through them like other brushes) — all thanks to the firm but flexible bristles and unique cone shape that makes this brush a great option for kids *and* adults!
Reviewers swear this brush works on all hair types: straight, wavy, or curly (from 3a–4c hair).
Promising reviews: "Brushing hair was a nightmare for my toddler. She is so happy with this item, She brushes her hair by herself now. This is a must-have brush, especially for mixed kids or Afro hair." —pelin ercan
"Best detangling brush I've ever used! My daughter has really curly hair and puts up a fight every time I have to brush it! This brush has made bath time a much more enjoyable experience for both of us! 😅 If you have thick, curly hair this brush is a must-have!" —Tiffany
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in five colors).
8. A pack of sink extenders that are easy to install on practically any faucet so your little ones can reach the water all by themselves! Now you can stop straining your back every time you have to hold them over the sink to wash their hands or brush their teeth.
Promising review: "Must-have for toddlers and small children! LOVE this! My 1- and 3-year-old love washing their hands now and my back gets a nice break. Adding the faucet extenders and a stepstool to our bed time/morning routine has been a godsend. Great bargain for the price." —TeaBea21
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.49.
9. An Oogiebear nose and ear cleaner with a rubber scoop at the end so you can gently and effectively clean little noses and ears. Plus, the bear head design ensures that it doesn't accidentally go too far in. If you knew how much "boogie removal" was going to be a part of your new job description, you would've gotten this popular tool (over 25K 5-star ratings) a long time ago!
Promising review: "Obsessed!!!!! I was hating seeing (and hearing) my little baby girl have boogies and then having to spray saline up her nose to make them moist and then suction them out. It seemed that there had to be an easier, less invasive way. Q-tips wouldn't scoop it, and I was too nervous to use anything else as I did not want to push up her nose too far. This is so easy, clean, and safe!!! Love love love!" —WhitneyB87
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
10. A pack of toilet seat covers if you cringe every time you take your little one to use a public restroom and watch them grip the edges of the bacteria-laden seat with their hands. Place this down first for a *much* more sanitary experience!
Promising review: "This is a must have in your diaper bag. The thought of placing my son or daughter on a public toilet with only a seat liner is disturbing especially since they're both little and still hold onto the toilet seat for support when peeing/pooping. These cover the toilet completely and even cover the lower part of the toilet where dangling legs and pants/skirts touch.
My only complaint about these is that they are not flushable. It's difficult trying to gather the liner up (they are rather large) without touching the toilet or the possibly wet liner (because it partially fell in the water) and then scrunching it up to fit into a sanitary napkin bin. Other than that, these are great. Also, I don't use the adhesive strips at all since I have two little ones that usually need to go right away so we don't have the time to remove the adhesive backing. I usually just place the liner on the toilet and then carefully plop my kid on top and all's well." —Ting
Get a pack of 24 covers from Amazon for $9.99+ (availalble in two sizes and multipacks).
11. A reviewer-loved bath toy organizer that securely suctions to the wall and has four mesh pockets so all your kids' dripping wet toys can *fully* dry after being used instead of getting moldy and gross. Plus it'll help keep your bathroom nice and organized, *and* your little ones will love that all their favorite water-friendly toys are within reach during bath time.
Promising review: "For the price, this thing is unbeatable! The suction cups have held tight to the shower wall since I installed this stuff. It holds all my kid's toys and allows the water to run off of them to prevent mold. I think this is a must-have for bath-time organization!"—internalburn
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in two sizes, five colors, and pre-stocked with toys or by itself).
12. A pack of discreet corner guards if you only just realized how many sharp edges are in your home now that your kiddo is up on two feet and erratically wobbling their way through the house. Simply place these clear bumpers on the edges of coffee tables, night stands, and more, and easily remove them whenever you want — *without* stripping away paint or staining your furniture.
These have over 18,000 5-star ratings!
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, them please do!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.98.
13. And a set of sturdy and stretchy toy hammocks so you can remember what your floors actually looked like before they became the unofficial dumping ground for stuffed animals. Plus, now a boring empty corner of your home can look way cuter!
Promising review: "Easy to install and stores a TON of stuffed animals! Not to mention, it’s cute playroom wall decor! LOL."—Alyssa King
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.87 (available in six colors).
14. The Pink Stuff, a truly magical all-purpose cleaning paste here to save the day when your budding little artists decide the world is their canvas. And by "the world" — I mostly mean "your nice white walls." Regardless of whether they've settled on Sharpie, crayon, paint, or lipstick as their medium of choice, this miracle paste will get it off of surfaces with ease — *without* leaving scratches or marks behind!
It's also great at removing stains, rust, discoloration, and other stubborn marks from metal, ceramic tiles, saucepans, barbecues, and much more!
Promising review: "If you have toddlers, this is a MUST! This stuff is amazing. It gets out crayon, ink, permanent marker, literally whatever way your toddler decides to unknowingly destroy your home — this stuff cleans it up. Will be giving this to all expectant parents as a gift from now on. Forget that cute onesie. They need this. 10/10" —Diana
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
15. An ingenious portable vibrating pad if your baby simply will not fall asleep without being rocked or carried around. Just tuck this little pad under a crib mattress or into a stroller, car seat, or bassinet, and let the subtle vibrations carry them off into dreamland while you breathe a big ol' sigh of relief.
BTW, it's not just for babies; adult reviewers swear by it too.
Promising review: "Must have for gassy babies or to soothe them to sleep. Don’t waste your money on a fancy baby chair that vibrates like I did. I got the Lulla-Vibe and I use it everywhere. Our baby has gas issues & we’ve tried everything to try comfort/soothe her. I’m thinking about ordering another one for the diaper bag as it worked so well. The vibrations are strong so you can easily put it on the side of the baby’s mattress, or sleeper if you use that. We attach it to the back of our baby’s rocker and in the stroller in the back pouch. Works AMAZING!!!" —Kenneth L.
Get it from Amazon for $28.75.
16. And a white noise machine to block out unexpected loud sounds that might otherwise wake up your little sleeping angel who just *finally* nodded off. This one has an actual fan inside to generate a natural sound instead of using recordings!
Promising review: "Baby Magic. We got our first Marpac Dohm when our son was a few weeks old and it COMPLETELY changed our lives. I love how it is a fan or 'analog' so it doesn't loop like the digital ones (would have woken me up). It has adjustable sound pitch/volume, and our son has slept great with it ever since!
We got a second one for outside his room if we are having friends over or something loud is going on, and he has slept on peacefully through some loud loud sounds. It's really easy to take with you when traveling, and is great for him to have that consistency in his sleep when we are somewhere new. Seriously, I cannot tell you how much I love this sound machine." —efay
Get it from Amazon for $46.49 (available in two colors).
17. *Or* a portable white noise machine you can clip to their stroller or carseat when you're on the go to make traveling (or just running errands) a whole lot easier.
Promising review: "This device is amazing! It helps to sooth our daughter when she gets fussy. It gets pretty loud, and we never need to turn it up full. It has three sounds, but we only use the white noise. The light on it isn't that bright, but that's a good thing. It's bright enough to see what you need, but won't wake baby. The battery last a long time as well with a near constant usage. The clip is very helpful as well. We attach it to her bassinet, the bed sleeper thing we use, her car seat, I hold it from the ring clip while walking around or lounging, anything. I very much recommend this! —Wren Archer
Get it from Amazon for $27.27 (available in two styles and multipacks; travel case also available).
18. A pack of silicone pouch lids with a fancy *flow control valve* that prevents spills and the dreaded ~spout explosion~ while magically still allowing your little ones to happily slurp away. Plus, the easy-to-clean, soft silicone top protects their mouth from sharp plastic spouts and lets them safely chomp down while teething.
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: "MUST HAVE FOR TODDLERS. My son is a little over 1-year-old and I wish I got these sooner! He gets moments of extreme excitement where is squeeze's the crap out of his pouches and it gets EVERYWHERE. Since having these I have had zero messes! I ended up buying 4 more because I wanted to keep one in every possible place I'd need one. It seems pretty darn secure if you do it following the directions. It fits Plum Organics, Earth's Best, and Happy Baby pouches for sure." —Amazon Customer
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five color combos).
19. A mindblowingly brilliant Whiskware pancake batter mixer/dispenser to seriously speed up your breakfast-making time on hectic mornings. Forget using a separate mixing bowl and dirtying spoons and countertops. Simply add your ingredients into the bottle, toss in the BlenderBall (a small spherical whisk), shake, and pour the mixture out of the convenient spout designed to make it easy to drop the perfect amount out and even draw shapes or patterns your kiddos will love!
(You can even store leftover batter in the bottle and pop it in the fridge for a time-saving weekday breakfast!)
Promising review: "This is the best breakfast invention after the waffle maker. LOVE IT! As someone who makes pancakes or waffles three to four times a week (my kids are pretty spoiled, but breakfast is key to getting through the first part of the school day), this is the easiest and fastest way to get that done. I just add everything to the bottle, shake, and pour into the waffle maker or griddle. When I am done, just add some water, shake again, empty, and then place everything in the dishwasher." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
20. Grandma's Secret stain remover — it truly proves that Grandma knows best. Just a drop is all it takes to banish stains old *and* new from oil, grease, paint, makeup, grass, clay, inks, blood, baby formula, tar, spaghetti sauce, coffee, rust, turmeric, fabric bleed, pet stains, and more — *without* harming or discoloring your fabric.
Promising review: "Best stain remover ever. I have two new grandbabies and this stain remover has eliminated all stains, including stains that has been there for 2+ weeks and washed repeatedly. Highly recommend this!" —Leslie Thiel
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $12.19 (available in three sizes and various multi packs).
21. A pack of ingenious, glow-in-the-dark light switch extenders with a cute, easy-to-grab, moon-shaped handle so your little ones can turn the lights on and off all by themselves... instead of that always being your job.
These install in minutes on standard light switches.
Promising review: "Must-have for toddlers! Perfect solution! As my toddler's independence soars, so do frustrations. This light switch extender pack was a great buy. He can now turn on the lights in his room and bathroom. Installation was easy and works as expected." —AW
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $11.98 (also available as a pack of one or three).
22. A USDA-certified organic baby healing balm here to help with all kinds of skin issues that may be plaguing your child like eczema, acne, cradle cap, rashes, and more. It's made with chamomile, cocoa butter, coconut oil, calendula, and avocado oil, *and* has over 9,000 5-star ratings from satisfied parents.
Promising review: "My daughter was suffering from cradle cap, very dry skin, eczema, and hyperpigmentation from the effects of cradle cap. I had tried everything from coconut oil to Aquaphor, and nothing seemed to moisturize her skin, so I decided to try this product that was recommended on a YouTube review, and I am absolutely obsessed. It works very well and melts into the skin without leaving a greasy layer on top like some products to do. I will be re-ordering!" —Devon Ariana Young
Get it from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in two sizes).
23. A reviewer-beloved Contigo spill-proof tumbler that miraculously *does not leak* no matter what kind of trials and tribulations your kiddo puts it through.
Promising review: "I was skeptical that these were ACTUALLY leak proof. After all I have a toddler, they can make literally anything leak or spill. I have been through sooooo many cups trying to find ones that will not leave a puddle of water behind when it's left in its near permanent horizontal resting place on the floor or break or pour when my son inevitably bashes it onto the hardwood floor. The only liquid that comes out is what is left behind in the top of the straw after he drinks from it, which there is nothing you can do to even fix that. These are magnificent! They are easy to clean but then again I only use these for water so thicker liquid or drinks that tend to spoil may be more difficult to clean out. Overall this is the BEST cup I've come across when it comes to capacity, functionality, and most importantly ACTUALLY NOT LEAKING!" —Ashley
Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in a variety of styles).
24. An absurdly portable travel crib — it magically folds down to fit in a compact, lightweight backpack carrying case that's easy to fly with, and only takes *15 seconds* to set up!
Long, but worthwhile promising review: "This is clearly a product designed by parents. The whole thing comes apart to go in the wash. Every single piece of fabric. My son puked all over the place one night, and I was so amazed that we were actually able to get this crib clean.
I love that the pad rests on the floor, so there is no weight limit and you won't have to worry about your baby/toddler/small child feeling the support bars underneath, because there are none.
I love that the side zips down so a small child can crawl in, or mom can lay next to the baby. (Don't worry, the zipper clips shut so a child inside can't open it!)
I loved how easy it is to pack and unpack this crib, and the instructions are printed on a tag that is permanently attached to the side! No longer is setting up a travel crib a task reserved for those who know the secret to popping it open!
My toddler slept in it for several weeks while moving, and my kids like to unzip the side and play in it together.
I used this for an overseas flight with a long layover, and my (large) five-year-old was able to curl up inside and nap for several hours before and between flights with a blanket draped over the top. That trip alone was worth the purchase." —John T.
Get it from Amazon for $239.
25. A popular pacifier with an adorable stuffed lamb attached — if your baby has a hard time keeping their binky from falling out of their mouth and onto the floor, this'll help them hold onto it and place it back in their mouth!
Promising review: "This is a must-have for all babies who use a pacifier in early months. I wish I had known about this product with our first child. I purchased one of these when our daughter was only two months old as she was a 'over sucker' and wanted to nurse even when she wasn't hungry. She was unable to keep the pacifier in so I tried this hoping it would help (tiring holding it for her all the time). It did the trick." —SunnieDog
Get it from Amazon for $16.95.
26. A super cute whale bath toy to entice any bath-averse kiddos who can't be convinced to hit the tub without the promise of entertainment. This toy lights up automatically and starts shooting water out of its spout the second you put it into the water. You might find your kids asking *you* when the next bath time is instead of the other way around!
See why this parent says this toy is a hit with their 7-month-old on TikTok.
Promising review: "My grandson LOVES this! He has so much fun! Loves the colors and how it squirts the water. Really cute for a 1-or 2-year-old. Heck I think it's fun and cute! Definitely a must-have for bath time!" —Faye
Get it from Amazon for $15.98+ (available in four colors and three styles).
27. A five-second baby swaddle that'll take the guesswork out of swaddling thanks to its ingenious design that gives you a secure wrap every time with very little effort!
Promising reviews: "The quickest and easiest swaddle on the market. 100% recommend to anyone and everyone." —Garrett
"This swaddle is life changing. It does everything you need a swaddle to do while being comfortable for baby and super easy to use. I now buy them for all my new mom friends as part of my 'must-have' package." —Rebekah
Get it from Happiest Baby for $32.95 (available in a variety of colors/patterns).
28. A set of magnetic locks brilliantly designed to make it easy to keep your little ones from getting into your drawers and cupboards. They install in seconds using tape (no tools required!), are simple to unlock using the included magnetic keys (you can also just use a strong magnet!), and lock from the inside — making them totally invisible on the outside!
The set comes with 12 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 12 locks and two keys from Amazon for $23.79 (also available in multipacks).
29. Comforting Frida Baby vapor drops many reviewers say is great for when your kids' stuffy little noses need some relief to help them (and you) sleep soundly. Simply plop these drops made of organic eucalyptus and lavender essential oils into your bath or humidifier!
Safe for babies 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
"My little one was sick with RSV and he needed the humidifier on every night. With just the humidifier on, he didn't seem to be able to breathe any better but I got this vapor and during sleep and naps he started sounding so much better. I could tell it was working and it also made his room smell nice instead of like a sick baby! He got much better much faster than I thought with all the extra things we were doing, and this is one I wouldn't leave out of my 'getting baby better' routine!"—Lindsey
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available as a pack of three).
30. And finally, a very cute and cuddly Fisher-Price Meditation Mouse to help kids that might have trouble relaxing. It has multiple modes that include guided mediations, stretching and breathing exercises, soothing music and sounds, a bedtime wind-down exercise, and more. Plus, there's a little light in its belly that gives off a comforting glow!
For ages 2–5.
Promising review: "I was pleasantly surprised by the effectiveness of the Meditation Mouse on my 4-year-old. I read a lot of reviews that were mostly geared toward younger toddlers, so I felt like I was taking a gamble. My 4-year-old had been having a rough patch with sleeping, having a hard time relaxing before bed and then suffering from separation anxiety before falling asleep and then multiple times a night. Since we got this mouse, she has slept like a champ. When she wakes up, she uses the nighttime meditation to help her fall back asleep and will even turn it to the music setting herself if she needs it. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone who has a toddler struggling with sleep." —Rebecca Geskey
Get it from Amazon for $27.99.
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