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1. A bestselling Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes Musical Toy that can help calm down a fussy baby with dazzling lights and classical tunes by Mozart, Vivaldi, Chopin, and more. They'll be mesmerized and you'll be grateful that they finally stopped crying.
Promising review: "I LOVE this thing! I bought it before my daughter was born because of high reviews. It's a reasonably priced toy and my daughter has been using it since birth. Whenever she's having a meltdown I break it out of the diaper bag and she's all better. :) I actually memorized the songs and order and they're pretty catchy. Not annoying and overbearing like other toys. I don't know what I would do without it!." —uhhdorkable
Promising review: "The best baby distractor EVER! Every person with a child must have this toy! I had about five tucked in various places in case one got lost. My son loved them from basically birth and sometimes it would distract him for hours of non-crying! (heaven for a new mother) Of course in the beginning you have to keep pushing the button for them but compared to swinging him in his car seat that was easy! Then we he got older he would spend entire car ides just playing with this one toy. I give it to everyone I know who has a baby." —NH-Mommy
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
2. A pack of brightly colored stacking cups more than 78,000 reviewers gave a 5-star rating to! These have numbers on them to practice counting and holes in the bottom for water play. Plus, they come with a cute star ring to keep them together. This will quickly become your baby's favorite toy — and for less than $10!
Promising review: "The best $4 I have ever spent! Such a simple and inexpensive toy that has entertained my 10 month old so much and has been his most used toy so far. He has been playing with these since about 5/6 months old and he just comes up with new ways to enjoy them which has been so much fun to watch him discover. He started by just grabbing them and tasting them. Now he puts them inside of each other, looks for other toys to fit inside them, and pretending to drink out of them. I know this is a long review for a $4 item, but I really want to express how great such a simple toy can be. I will be buying this as an add on for every baby gift/shower that I need!" —GW
Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $6.
3. A pack of spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers with flexible flaps on top so little Rugrats can easily access their favorite crackers and cereal, without leaving a trail of them throughout the house.
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 two color combos).
4. A clever sight word Bingo game that'll actually make it... dare I say... FUN (instead of frustrating) for them to learn new words and increase their vocabulary.
The set comes with 36 playing cards, 264 playing chips, caller's mat and cards, and a storage box. This version is a fun twist on the classic, but instead of calling out numbers, the leader calls out words (there are 46 most-used words), players search their cards for a match and place a red chip on the match. Once a player has covered the spaces on their card needed to win, they call BINGO!
Promising review: "Our first-grader was feeling really discouraged with her sight words and I've been trying to think of ways to encourage her and get her excited to learn things she doesn't already know. She loved this game! We played with the whole family and her 3-year-old sister even enjoyed playing (we show her the cards and have her find the word that matches on her Bingo card). I think this is a great way to make learning/practicing sight words fun! I am very happy with this purchase and I can see how it would be great for teachers in the classroom as well!!" —Jennie
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
5. And a pack of bright laminated flash cards to help them learn their alphabet, numbers, colors, shapes, and animals. More than 12,000 reviewers have given this fun learning tool an A+ (aka a 5-star rating).
Promising review: "My 2-year-old mastered the her numbers, alphabet, colors, shapes, and identifies all animals and objects on the cards. When I first received the cards I thought they may be a little too advanced for her age (18mo old at the time), but I was dead wrong! After about a month and a half of using the flash cards she mastered them! We usually 'play' with the flash cards for only about 10 minutes before her bedtime. This is a great tool in the early developmental stages for any toddler. I’m excited to get her the next card set. Material = durable, same as a normal deck of cards. Size = a little bigger than your typical deck of cards. Fits nicely in pocket or purse, great for keeping toddlers busy while traveling. Overall = A+." —M. Abdallah
Get a pack of 58 cards from Amazon for $13.99 (also available for babies).
6. A leave-in conditioning spray for curly hair parents love using on their curly-headed cuties. It's free from parabens, sulfates, and phthalates, so no need to worry about putting any harsh ingredients on their soft little curls. This spray uses jojoba oil, olive oil, and vitamin B5 to reduce breakage, help detangle, and improve curl elasticity.
Reviewers say this spray will leave wavy or curly hair (from 2a–4c hair) shiny, soft, and bouncy.
Promising review: "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 $8.29.
7. And a detangling brush that'll easily glide through their hair and remove knots without making them (or you) cry in the process.
Reviewers swear this brush works on all hair types: straight, wavy, or curly (from 3a–4c hair).
Promising review: "I'm a single dad of a 6-year-old girl and combing her hair is the hardest part of taking care of her. She gets really bad knots in her hair. This brush is the only thing that has ever worked. Thank you so much. She even likes to comb her own hair now." —Nguyen P.
Promising review: "I was shocked at how much easier it was to detangle my 3-year-old daughter’s mixed super-curly hair with this brush and she didn’t cry. It’s a huge win for us!" —Leanna
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in nine colors and two-packs).
8. A TikTok-famous grape cutter so you can help reduce the risk of choking for your little fruit lover. What was once a tedious and time consuming task (but totally necessary) can now be done in seconds with this clever device.
Promising review: "Who buys a grape cutter? Well, a working mom with a toddler! This makes lunch prep so quick and easy!! I recommend to every mom I meet!! 🤗" —Danielle
Promising review: "A mama’s best friend!! This makes my life so much easier, eases my mind sending grapes in my kids’ lunch, and saves me so much time!!" —Kaitlin
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
9. A hollow silicone teether made to mimic a boob and help give you poor bb some relief while they're teething. The unique design will also stay on their hand so you don't have to worry about them dropping a pacifier over and over... and over again.
Promising review: "At 3-months-old, my baby was constantly chewing on her hands. I would have to hold teethers in her mouth for her since she was not advanced enough to pick items and hold them herself. This teether gave her the ability to hold it herself! She loves it SO much! Now my baby is 6 months old and still loves this thing. I have recommended it to all of my friends with babies and will probably buy more as a gift." —Woodlee
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 14 styles).
10. A stroller fan with bendable foam legs so you can wrap it around the stroller for summer walks, the carseat for hot car rides, or anywhere else you need to keep your little one nice and cool.
Promising review: "We live in Florida and realized how badly we needed a fan for our newborn. We use it pretty much on a daily basis. We put it on her car seat and on her stroller when we go on walks. I’ve even propped it up on our desk when I’m working and holding our daughter. The three speeds are great: low usually offers just enough of a cool down and high is very impressive because it’s fast and quiet. The lights we didn’t really need but has been a nice feature to have. Our daughter hates going in her car seat and this helps to distract her sometimes. Plus, since we live in Florida we have to wait to go on walks until later in the day and the light lets us be seen easier. Overall, it’s a great and I’d definitely recommend!" —EmLe
Get it from Amazon for $22.39+ (available in three colors).
11. An extra large mesh bag perfect for holding a bunch of toys on your next family beach day. This will allow the sand and water to drain, helping to minimize the mess that typically gets tracked into the car afterwards.
Promising review: "Ok. I never leave reviews but I HAD TO on this!!! MOMS.....BUY! BUY! BUY! we have six kids ranging from 2 months to 13 and our annual beach trip was coming up this past June. I wanted a beach tote that sand wouldn't collect in. I saw this and thought I would try it. I figured it wouldn't be as big as I needed. Fast forward to the day it came in...OMG it is was HUGE in person. Guys, I fit four sand buckets, four sets of beach toys, four small boogie boards in this thing and still had a TON of room to fit more! My only regret was that I didn't buy more than one! This would also be great for laundry, or anything!!!!!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
12. A compact Graco Slim Snacker high chair you can easily fold up and tuck away using only one hand in just a few seconds! This is great for small spaces and the seat is easy to wipe clean.
Promising review: "Amazing highchair! Seriously, can’t say enough nice things. I love how easy it is to clean, to fold, to use. The storage bin underneath has been incredible! It’s very sturdy, lightweight, and not top heavy at all! And it works at our counter height table! The recline option is great too-so easy to adjust even when my son is in it. I looked at a lot of high chairs before getting this one and SO glad I did. This may be my favorite baby purchase to date as far as simplifying and improving my role as Mom." —Sarah C.
Get it from Amazon for $79.97.
13. A National Geographic geodes kit sure to impress your nature-loving kiddo. They'll be able to learn more about the earth, while also smashing rocks with a hammer — sounds like a pretty cool activity to me.
This science kit includes four natural crystal-filled geodes, one pair of safety goggles, one display stand, and one learning guide.
Promising review: "My daughter is 10 and this kept her busy for HOURS! She had so much fun and was excited every time she got a glimpse of what might be inside. A couple of them were pretty cool, while the rest were just white. She didn't care, she loves them all. She was so proud to gift them to her grandparents." —Michelle
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three options).
14. A set of plastic knives perfect if your little one loves to volunteer their time as a kitchen helper. With these, they'll be able to cut up some ingredients, without the fear of them cutting their precious little fingers.
Note: Children still need supervision while using them, of course.
Promising review: "I’ve only had these for a couple of days, but already my 4-year-old daughter keeps asking me for things to chop up. They’re perfect for the little chef in your life or the kid who want to be a big helper. So far she’s easily (and safely) chopped up: lettuce, apples, bananas, strawberries, potatoes, even carrots! I can run my hand along the blade and not cut myself and yet it’s designed in a way that you can still chop through veggies and fruits. Another pro is they are super easy to clean and dishwasher-safe. They came exactly as pictures for me: in three different sizes and colors, with a slight grip texture on the handle for little hands. They’re nice and lightweight as well so it’s not cumbersome for younger kids. Love them!" —Abby Roeller
Get a set of three from Amazon for $9.95 (available in two colors).
15. A Whiskware pancake batter mixer with a BlenderBall so you can quickly and easily make pancakes or waffles for the fam on hectic mornings. With this, you won't need to pull out a bowl or spoon or worry about batter drips getting all over the place. Just add the ingredients, shake, pour, and BOOM!
(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 $16.75+ (available in two colors and with add-ons).
16. A pack of Crayola Globbles your kid will love throwing at the wall and patiently waiting for them to roll back down so they can do it all over again. And the best part? They won't leave behind any sticky residue!
Promising review: "Amazing toys! My 1- and 2-year-old LOVE them! They scream 'sticky balls!' and run around throwing them on the fridge, windows, cabinets, walls, etc. Easy to wash and air-dry, and don't lose their stickiness! My new go-to gift! Love them!" —Rachel
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $10.35.
17. And a value pack of reusable 500+ puffy stickers easy for little ones to peel, stick, and even re-stick (!!!) for hours of fun and entertainment. Plus, they wont leave marks on smooth surfaces, so you don't have to worry about your tables or windows getting ruined.
The stickers feature letters, numbers, vehicles, butterflies, deep-sea life, animals, fish, dinosaurs, and more.
Promising review: "I love that they are removable. They don’t leave marks on your window. You can even place them back on the plastic sheet and use them again. I have a busy box for my toddler and these stickers are in there. She peels them off and puts them on the lid of the box and then peels them off again and puts them back. She creates scenes with them. She puts them on windows at home. I peel them off and put them back. They really are fantastic stickers." —Elizabeth A. Zapf
Get a pack of 20 sheets from Amazon for $6.99.
18. The Pink Stuff — this all-purpose cleaning paste has over 112,000 5-star reviews for a reason! 🌟 It can help remove even the toughest marks and stains your kids leave around the house, including dirt, marker, paint, pen, and more.
Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and had to try it. Being a mom and a babysitter, we have the occasional crayon or marker on surfaces it is not supposed to be. This takes it right off without a ton of elbow grease. I also used it on my converse today. They were covered in dirt and grass stains from doing yard work and now they look brand-new. This stuff is a lifesaver!" —TammyC117
Promising review: "If you’ve ever got lipstick on anything you know how hard it is to remove. My 4-year-old loves make up and thinks she the next Picasso. This stuff removed it with only rubbing it over it. No scrubbing at all. I’m completely sold!" —Anastasha
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
19. A two-pack of soft and stretchy sheets made to fit most pack-n-play mattresses. They're made of machine-washable jersey knit and there are a variety of adorable prints to choose from.
Promising review: "Do they make these in adult sizes? These are the softest sheets I've ever felt in my life. They are SO soft, perfect for cold or warm nights. I've purchased two packs now and they are the only sheets that fit our Graco pack n play PERFECTLY. They also sell these for cribs and bassinets, which I will likely purchase!" —Kate
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 12 print combos).
20. A Melissa & Doug magnetic calendar your preschooler will look forward to updating every day. It'll help teach your little smarty pants the days of the week, months, and the weather, while also encouraging independence and responsibly.
Promising review: "My 3-year-old son loves updating this calendar each morning. It's a great daily activity and helps with planning what activities are on the schedule for that day. It also helps him learn the days of the week and what day of the month it is." —familyof3
Get it from Amazon for $19.59.
21. And a Melissa & Doug activity book that includes a pair of safety scissors and 20 pre-printed activity pages so they can get creative, learn to use scissors safely, and work on their fine motor skills.
Promising review: "Scissors skills are important both in and of themselves and because it strengthens the hand muscles to be used for learning to write. My 4-year-old LOVES this book. We received it this week and she has used it for a couple of hours each day. Many of the pages are cutting things out and putting them together (four-scoop ice cream cone, pizza with pepperonis, the components to build a house or a car, puzzles). We've used tape or glue to put the components together. This book is interesting enough to have caught the attention of my older children as well, although I make them let her do the cutting. :D Would make a great gift as it is so unique." —Mom of 7
Get it from Amazon for $6.47.
22. A pack of sink extenders, which are super easy to install and don't require any tools. Gone are the days of you having to hold your toddler up over the sink, wreaking havoc on your back. Now they can be more independent and wash their hands like a big kid!
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.
23. A scratch paper art set for lil' artists who love to doodle for hours. They'll have so much fun using the wooden stylus to reveal the pretty rainbows underneath. And the set also comes with stencils to help them create their masterpieces.
24. Comforting Frida Baby vapor drops formulated with organic eucalyptus and lavender essential oils to add in their bath or humidifier, which can possibly help relieve stuffiness and congestion.
Safe for babes 3+ months.
Promising review: "Immediate difference. My 5-month-old was suffering nights of awful congestion/coughing and restlessness. We tried all we could do before getting Breathe Frida and I wished we had it sooner. The first night she woke up only a couple of times in comparison to the ones before. The second night she had no middle of the night wakeups. Although these drops are not meant for cool mist humidifiers, we put them in there, just to see how it would work. We will have to get a diffuser or a warm mist humidifier in order to prevent our cool humidifier from getting damaged." —Angela
Promising review: "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.
25. And a Fridababy three-step cradle cap system thousands of parents use to help gently and effectively remove stubborn flakes from their baby's scalp. Use the foam sponge to lather up baby's head, massage their head with the brush, and then lift the flakes with the fine-tooth comb.
Promising review: "My 6-week-old had bad cradle cap all of a sudden and this brush worked miracles. I wish I had it from birth. We have continued to use this brush even though the cradle cap has gone and it does wonders on the scalp and keeping the hair looking healthy. Highly highly recommend. Plus, my baby enjoys the gentle scalp massage from the soft bristles.." —LM01
Get it from Amazon for $14.23.
26. A Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza card game that's quick and easy to learn, making it a great addition to your family game night collection. It'll have everyone laughing, plus it's easy to take on-the-go and play almost anywhere.
Pass out all the cards to the players and keep all the stacks face down. Everyone takes a turn putting a card down in the middle while saying "taco," "cat," "goat," "cheese," and "pizza," in that order. If the picture on your card matches the word that's said, everyone races against each other to slap their hand on the central pile of cards. Whoever is last must take the pile of cards and add them to their stack, and the person who runs out of cards first wins!
It's recommended for ages 8 years and up and can be played with 3–8 people.
Promising review: "My 13-year-old daughter and I played this with three family friends. I won't name names, but somebody wound up laughing so hard they peed their pants. My only caution is make sure everyone cuts any long fingernails before playing, especially if players are super competitive. Battle scars are a thing. I can't recommend this game highly enough — it's SO amazingly fun!!!!!" —Fuzzy Kate
Get it from Amazon for $9.84.
27. A canvas growth chart so you can keep track of your kiddo's ever growing height without marking up the walls. Plus, unlike walls, it can be easily folded and stored away as a keepsake!
Promising review: "This is a very cute addition to our playroom! Looks nice and she loves measuring herself (daily)." —Truth
Promising review: "The designs on this are adorable and look great in my toddler's room. It's soooo tall, too. You'll be able to measure even your giant kids before they go off to college. It rolls up nice and small so it will be easy to store and take out when they are too big for the cutesy designs but you still want to torture them with your parental nostalgia." —Justina Schneeweis
Get it from Amazon for $9.54 (available in two colors).
28. A cult-favorite stain remover you'll want to keep on hand because, as we all know, kids are messy! But, this spot remover is up for the challenge. It works on the toughest of stains, like grass, blood, paint, grease, baby food, and more. Now you won't have to worry when your little one gets a stain right on the front of the adorable outfit that grandma JUST bought for them.
Promising review: "This is the best stain remover I have ever used! I wish I would have found it years ago! My daughter is 6, and I can't think of how many stains this product hasn't gotten out for us, even old set-in stains that I thought were hopeless. A friend turned me on to this stuff, and now I will never go without it! A must-have for anyone with kids." —Lauren Ruffin
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in various sizes and quantities).
29. A bath toy organizer that'll actually keep your tub tidy, while still keeping their favorite toys easily accessible. The toys will also be able to drip-dry so they don't get gross and moldy. Plus, reviewers rave about the fact that it will actually stay attached to the bathroom wall.
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 six size/color options, including some pre-stocked with toys).
30. And a sturdy and stretchy toy hammocks for stuffed animal-obsessed kids who insist on having their entire collection on display.
Promising review: "Easy to install and stores a TON of stuffed animals! Not to mention, it’s cute playroom wall decor! LOL." —PrattKingBall Family
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $11.87 (available in six colors).
31. A whale-shaped bath spout cover, which comes with an adjustable strap to fit snugly on any faucet, so you don't have to be concerned about bath time quickly turning into boo-boo time.
Promising review: "I have a toddler who tends to be more mobile in the bathtub than I care for. This thing has saved his noggin so many times. Great padding — it doesn’t hurt when he bonks his head, stays in place (my son could not remove it at 15 months and has since given up), and cute. Can’t imagine not having this." —MM
Get it from Amazon for $10.49.
32. A bug bite suction tool that'll be super useful to carry around as the weather gets warmer and the bugs start swarming. It works to remove insect venom, saliva, and other irritants that get left under the skin using a small suction. Now your kids won't be scratching uncomfortably all summer long.
Promising review: "This is a MUST-HAVE in our household. I was a huge skeptic but decided to try it out of desperation. My youngest daughter is highly allergic to mosquito bites and gets huge welts that itch horribly after being bit. This product drastically reduces her swelling and itching. All of my girls (and myself) immediately ask for it after being bit. It takes away, or at least drastically reduces, the itching immediately. We also used it on fire ant bites, and my daughter said they felt better almost immediately!" —Reyka Smith
Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (available in seven colors and multipacks).
33. A sleek touchless forehead thermometer with a built-in sensor so you can monitor your sick baby's temp, without disturbing them from some well-needed rest.
Promising review: "This is a great thermometer — accurate, looks great, a must have! If you have kids, forget about sticking a thermometer in their ears. I have four kids now and a thermometer is a must have. Hold this thing close to the forehead, push the button in and you get a reading in about one second. This thing looks good, feels good, and is accurate. We’ve used multiple thermometers in the past. The head scanner that you run across the forehead...no good. In-ear thermometers...accurate, but expect a battle. Rectal thermometers...very accurate, but expect a war. This is the easiest one out of all of them. We find it especially useful when we need the quick 'I don’t feel that great' check...i.e., man cold. Overall, highly recommend!."—BearDownChi1
Get it from Amazon for $22.99.
34. A pack of toilet seat covers — a really great thing to keep on hand when your kid just doesn't seem to understand that their hands do not belong on the toilet seat at Chuck E. Cheese.
Promising review: "If you're a germaphobe like myself, 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 (available in two sizes and other quantities).
35. And a pack of motion-activated toilet night-lights so your kid can be less afraid (and hopefully less messy) when it comes to late night bathroom runs.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. Especially because with a husband and a son, they tend to sprinkle on the toilet seat in the middle of the night. With the color set to any bright color (like white, yellow, green, or blue) it illuminates every single sprinkle on the seat! You will no longer have a bottom wet with pee in the middle of the night! When I purchased this I bought a case of AAA batteries thinking I would have to change them often (with six people in the house they get used often). However I have not had to change the batteries once in a few months! Also the sensor is super sensitive so it turns on as you come through the door, or even a little before. Just a great product all around. Definitely recommend for households with children, you won't have to leave your bathroom light in all night anymore either! #MomWin." —Angela
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.89.
36. Bob Books, Set 1: Beginning Readers created by a preschool teacher to help little ones ease into reading. It'll help teach them simple three-letter words and gradually build in difficulty. Your genius child will be reading books all on their own in no time!
The set comes with 12 books.
Promising review: "My 4-year-old daughter has known letters and sounds since just past her second birthday and could 'read' a few sight words, but she had a hard time mastering the process of sounding out a word. For the last two years, she would read the word 'stop' as 'sss- tuh- ah- puh,' but didn't understand how to really blend the phonemes. But somehow, as soon as we got them for her, Bob Books finally unlocked the part of her brain that could really solve the puzzle of phonics! I'm thrilled by the amount of progress we've seen in just TWO DAYS-- going from 'getting' phonics, but not really reading, to completely consolidating and understanding the two concepts. She's also very suddenly taken up a lot of initiative in independent writing and spelling. I couldn't recommend these books more highly. They are a miracle!!" —Juniper
Get a set from Amazon for $14.
37. And a pack of laminated math posters great for elementary through middle school ages, which will make learning math more visual and engaging. If you've been stressing over helping your kiddo with their math homework, these might just be a great teaching assistant!
Promising review: "Best math posters for preschool through 3rd grade. I am so pleased with my purchase! It took me two weeks to decide which math posters I should buy from what company. I chose these because: 1) the content covered, and 2) the layout of the content is easy to read and process. They complement the math curriculums my children have, from simple counting and shapes (pre-school through Kindergarten) all the way to roman numerals, telling time and key words for solving math word problems. I also appreciate the colors used, the size, and the quality, as well as the price and how many you get. What a value! These are not double sided. They arrived flat, not rolled up. I HIGHLY recommend these to give that added boost of comprehension to your little ones whether as a teacher, parent, or both in my case." —YellowTulips77
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $13.99.
38. A pack of inconspicuous corner guards to protect your wobbly toddler's precious head from getting hurt on the coffee table, which has been continuously giving you heart palpitations every time they go near it.
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 12 from Amazon for $7.98 (also available in packs of 18 and 24).
39. And a set of ingenious magnetic locks, because they are easy to install and don't require any screws. They'll keep your little troublemaker out of drawers and they're hidden inside, so they won't cramp your home's style.
The set comes with 12 locks (with strong 3M double-sided tape on the back) and two keys.
Promising review: "Works perfect! I love that it does not have any visible parts. The magnet idea Is genius! Perfect for my apartment cabinets. When I leave I can just easily remove them because of the 3M tape it comes with. Very easy to install and my toddler can’t get in. WIN!" —Cathy R
Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $33.99 (also available in sets of 10, 16, 20, and 32).
40. An ingenious sandwich cutter and sealer that seals the edges so your kids can enjoy a delicious crustless sandwich for lunch with less mess and hassle than using a regular old knife. Bonus: No more spending unnecessary extra money on boxes of Uncrustables.
The set comes with a circle, square, and triangle cutter.
Promising review: "These have been a GAME CHANGER in this house!! My son has always begged me for Uncrustables but my wallet didn’t agree with them. I LOVE being able to make them at home and customize them to exactly what they would like them filled with! I make two weeks' worth of sandwiches at a time and store them in sandwich bags in the freezer so in the morning during the school year we can just grab and go! Love them!" —Katherine Smaczniak
Get a set of three from Amazon for $15.96.
41. CeraVe moisturizing cream, because parents say it's very helpful for their little one's eczema flare-ups. The fragrance- and paraben-free formula is non-greasy and provides long-lasting hydration for your baby's sensitive skin.
Promising review: "We tried so many creams marketed for eczema (most containing oatmeal) and they all made my baby's eczema worse. We were desperate to find a cream that would help and stumbled upon this cream. It did wonders clearing up his eczema and as long as we use it daily it keeps it from flaring up again, this is glycerin-based and doesn't contain oatmeal." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $8.97+ (available in two sizes).
42. And a USDA-certified organic baby healing balm, which is a multipurpose ointment that's basically like magic. It's made with chamomile, cocoa butter, coconut oil, calendula, and avocado oil and has helped parents with everything from baby acne, cradle cap, rashes, and more.
Promising review: Promising review: "I absolutely love this stuff. I use it for my ds rashes. I was so afraid to use anything but coconut oil but I needed something that would soothe the rash as well. My ds also ended up getting eczema and hives from a laundry detergent we had switched to. This completely soothed it away. It was gone by the next day. Needless to say, this is my go-to soothing-everything solution. It stays in the diaper bag and medicine cabinet. A must-have!" —Andrea
Get it from Amazon for $14.75+ (available in two sizes).
43. A portable white noise machine that conveniently clips onto strollers or carseats to help drown outside noises with calming sounds. Now they may actually be able to nap while you're running errands.
Promising review: "A must-have baby item! This has been a lifesaver for car rides with our tiny dude. It helps him calm down and snooze in the car and on the go. There are multiple sound levels, and multiple sounds to choose from. 10/10 recommend for all new parents!" —Devyn Washburn
Get it from Amazon for $15.56.
44. A Summer Infant potty training toilet, which looks just like a regular toilet to help ease your toddler's transition to the real thing. It has realistic flush sounds, lights, and music to get your little one excited about going potty like a ~Big Kid~!
FYI, it also has a built-in wipe compartment, a removable easy clean bowl and a clip on splash guard.
Promising review: "Pretty much everything on this cute little potty is likeable. It’s small size makes it ideal for toddlers, it’s flushing noise mechanism makes it fun for the kiddos, and it’s relatively easy to wipe down and clean, just take the removable potty to the bathroom and flush the good down and give it a quick rinse in the shower. My 2-year-old loves this potty over a few others we purchased and I’m glad I paid the few extra bucks because it’s helped him potty train quicker and more effectively because it’s more realistic and he actually enjoys sitting on it. Plus it’s the got pee trapper adapter for boys making sure there are no extra messes for parents and caregivers!" —MssyNorX
Get it from Amazon for $43.19 (also available in pink).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.