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1. Triple Paste Diaper Rash Cream to help you heal a mild to severe diaper rash — overnight! It's made with zinc oxide, lanolin, and oat kernel extract to provide relief for your little one and help prevent future irritation.
Plus, it's free of the toxic stuff: fragrance, parabens, preservatives, talc, phthalate, and dyes.
Promising review: "As a mom of two, one of six kids, and babysitter to many kids in diapers over the years, triple paste is the best diaper cream I have ever used. It is a stiff, thick cream, yet it spreads easily. I use it preventatively on my infant, and it has quickly resolved diaper rashes on my toddler. I found this product after my older sister suggested it with my first, and I loved it even more after it was the go-to diaper cream that was endorsed and recommended by our hospital AND pediatrician. I love the top that flips open so I can easily access it when changing diapers. Both of my kids have sensitive skin, and it is not harsh on their skin in any way. It is on the expensive side, but it’s so worth it. You get what you pay for, and this is a quality product!" —Jessica
Get it from Amazon for $15.97+ (available in two sizes and with or without a spatula).
2. An ingenious plate divided into eight portions with the cutest hidden compartment at the end, which you can stash their favorite treat in. Your kiddo will finally eat a full meal while going on a treasure hunt for their dessert. What fun!
Promising review: "If you have a picky eater, you need this. I purchased three of these in three different themes. They are a big hit with all three kids ages 1, 3, and 9. These plates work better than I ever could have hoped. The small amounts in each compartment make it easy for them to finish and feel a sense of accomplishment. The treat under the tray at the end is genius. Great solution for picky eaters." —Kyla Van Kleeck
Get it from Amazon for $16.39+ (available in six themes).
3. A pack of sink extenders that 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: "A 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 bedtime/morning routine has been a godsend. Great bargain for the price." —TeaBea21
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.49.
4. 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.
5. A 3-in-1 wooden learning tower that acts as a sturdy step stool but can easily transform into a desk or slide. Now your kiddo can safely join you at the kitchen counter, create works of art at their little desk, AND have an indoor slide for playtime — all in one aesthetically pleasing product.
Weco Store is a small biz based in Latvia that specializes in building handmade wooden home decor and furniture.
Promising review: "This is SO PERFECT for NYC small space living! We use every position every day. We needed something that could do double (triple) duty as to not clutter our loft with baby gear. The quality is great, and the shipping was SO FAST. We love it. Thank you!" —Melissa LeMieux
Get it from Weco Store on Etsy for $173.29+ (originally $203.87+; available in four colors and with or without the slide attachment).
6. 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 color options).
7. A classic Diaper Genie designed to trap smells thanks to double airtight clamps and a deodorizing filter, so you can keep your nursery free of poopy diaper aromas.
This pail saved me a dozen trips daily to our garage to dispose of poopy diapers in the trash. It does a great job of locking in the stench and keeping our nursery smelling fresh, despite my kiddo's valiant efforts. Doesn't mean the smell doesn't hit hard when the lid is open, tbh, but I'll still take that as a win.
Promising review: "I have heard both sides of the Diaper Genie...whether it's worth the money or not. After using it for nine months, I am a full supporter! Babies poop A LOT and after giving birth sometimes just standing up takes all your energy. This will save you countless trips to the garbage can all day long. It contains the smell really well. We have only recently (after nine months) started having it smell every once in a while. This is due to his diapers smelling worse now that he is eating solids and because he doesn't poo as much, so the diapers sit longer. If we stay on top of changing it out before it fills up, then we can still use it at 9-months-old. Buy it!!" —A.Clark
Get it from Amazon for $47.99 (available in four colors).
8. 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).
9. A blooming bath lotus that's not only super adorable, but it will also help make bathing your little peanut in the sink much more safe and comfy.
The Blooming Bath Lotus is designed with four movable petals to perfectly fit in any sink and is recommended for babies 0–6 months old.
Promising Review: "I bought this to bathe my newborn in after my fourth C-section. I wish I had this for all my children! It would have made life so much easier during bath time. Because of the material my new baby stayed put and didn’t slip and slide all over the place. Also she was very calm and comfortable and seemed to enjoy the bathing experience, as the material is thick and soft, almost like a little sofa for her. It was perfect. I can’t say enough great things about it. After the bath you just press out the water and either hang the flower to dry or throw it in the dryer. I truly feel sad that I did not have this for my other kids. It was so much nicer and more comfortable for me to stand at the sink than it was to lean over a hard, wet and slippery bathtub after surgery." —Nadia
Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in six colors).
10. A leave-in conditioning spray 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 magic in a bottle. My daughter's hair is fine, wavy. It’s a monster mess in the a.m. and once I brush it is just a frizz ball. I spray this on, dry, and scrunch. Ten minutes later she’s got full bouncy curls. It keeps the hair out of her eyes too. Big win!" —berthokr
Get it from Amazon for $9.58.
11. 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 reviews: "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.
"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 $12.49+ (available in five colors).
12. A shopping cart cover, because those carts are pretty gross and not the most comfortable. This will help prevent your munchkin from collecting all of those shopping cart germs, while also giving them a comfy seat that can hold their toys and a cell phone. Now trips to Target will be your mini's favorite activity too!
Promising review: "A must-have item. No joke. This thing is a game changer. We used to just carry our daughter in the store because the cart seats are so dirty and uncomfortable. But this thing has made shopping so much easier. It takes like less than a minute to put it on the cart, and its sturdy and comfy and my daughter loves it. I also like the pockets, toy loops, and clear phone pocket. And they fit any cart — Walmart and Costco carts both fit great." —Amber Brown
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in nine prints).
13. 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 me, 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).
14. A set of washable dab and dot markers so your creative kiddo can make their works of art with a fraction of the mess! They'll love being able to paint and you'll love the fact that they can do it without drippy brushes and open paint containers.
The set comes with eight paint markers and a downloadable 101 Easy Dot Marker Activities PDF.
Promising review: "A must-have for toddlers. My son started using this when he was 2 and now he is 3. We've used this everyday and he never gets tired of it. He just loves doing dab and dot with letters and numbers. I also love the free printables included and I love how easy it is for my son to hold it with his tiny hands. I definitely recommend it." —Heriberto Mendoza
Get a set of eight from Amazon for $16.99.
15. 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 4-year-old loves loves loves this! He gets excited to change the magnets every morning. I had some magnet strips and made additional magnets for activities (preschool, zoo, library, Grandma's house). I am really happy I bought this, and it has helped teach him months, and days of the week. Determining the weather is fun too. One day we came home after school and he couldn't wait to change the weather from sunny to raining. I highly recommend this for preschoolers, it's a lot of fun." —Hammyg3
Get it from Amazon for $21.99.
16. 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 $7.99.
17. 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).
18. 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).
19. 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!
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+ (available in two colors and two kits).
20. A set of handy starter spoons that'll be easier for your little one to hold and don't require scooping or balancing to keep the food on them. They'll be able to practice feeding themself, which encourages independence.
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 review: "Great skill-building utensil. My baby loves gnawing on these for teething just as much as he loves eating with them! I love that you can load the spoon and hand it to baby to feed themselves. My little one just turned 6 months and uses these spoons with wild success. A must-have for BLW or feeding, in general." —Christopher
Get a set of two from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in six colors and packs of four or six spoons).
21. A pack of silicone dino ice pop molds your kids will love way more than the ice pops you buy at the store. Not only are they cute and a money-saver, but you can also make healthier versions by filling them with your choice of juices, yogurt, and more.
Promising review: "These are unbelievable. We have the dinosaur ones and they are absolutely adorable. The mold peels off beautifully, and the size is just right for my preschoolers. I'm making healthy smoothies (frozen spinach! Chia seeds! Ground flax!) and making ice pops with them, and my kids think they're eating a fun dessert. Brilliant. I'll be giving these as gifts for a good while." —LucieBlue
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $15 (available in three other designs).
22. 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 $19.99.
23. And a pack of stick-on fever indicators if you feel like someone in your house is just always getting sick these days. Just stick the little bug on their head and it'll change color depending on their temperature. You can easily keep an eye on their fever for up to 48 hours.
It goes without saying that these stickers aren't a replacement for a thermometer. But, if your kid has a temp, these will help you keep track of whether their fever is spiking or going down.
Promising review: "We had a stressful day of trying to keep our 3-year-old's fever down and he was exhausted. I had these in the cabinet and stuck one on at bedtime. It immediately lit up N, which matched the thermometer. While putting him to bed I saw it go to 99 so when I checked on him in 30 min I brought the thermometer '99.3.' We used it throughout the night to monitor whether or not we should wake him for more medicine. I think of it as a peace of mind sticker. He loves stickers and got a big kick out of it. He’s had it on about 13 hours now with no complaints. There’s a shiny N there now, and this paranoid mama still checks with a thermometer occasionally to make sure it’s accurate." —Nateric
Get eight stickers from Amazon for $6.18.
24. 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.
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 it from Amazon for $15.96.
25. A pack of reward punch cards sure to come in handy while your kid is learning the importance of getting good grades, doing their chores, learning to read, etc. They'll be excited to fill their punch cards up so they can earn a ✨prize✨.
26. 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 $17.96.
27. 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 $10.59 (available in two colors).
28. 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.
29. 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
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
30. 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 $14.44.
31. 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.
32. 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: "As a homeschool mom, I loved these charts when I found them. They cover a lot of material that my first-grader is learning, as well as many things to come. Seeing the visuals the way they have them set up helped him understand several concepts (place numbers, fractions, some things about reading time) much quicker than the ways we had been covering it. Even if my son returns to the school system next year, we will keep these around for homework aids and to help the younger siblings as they approach learning these concepts. The boards are of nice quality. Bright colors, thick poster board that can be written on with dry-erase and wiped off. Homeschool must-have." —Marvel
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $13.99.
33. 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.
34. A nifty car seat buckle release tool so you no longer have to fumble in frustration to get your kid out of their car seat when you're already running 30 minutes behind schedule. This will make unbuckling those tricky things a breeze, especially if you have long nails or hand pain.
P.S. it doesn't attach to the car seat, letting you decide when your kids can safely access the tool.
Promising review: "Love that my kindergartner can unbuckle himself. It makes morning school drop-off SO MUCH EASIER! And he likes the independence of being able to do it himself!" —Lauren
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in four colors).
35. A genius Baby Brezza water warmer that'll instantly dispense warm water without you having to wait minutes for a traditional bottle warmer while you have a hungry (and screaming) baby in your arms. Welcome to the future, parents!
Have you waited on a bottle of formula to warm up at 2 a.m. while your baby's cries escalate? Those few minutes can feel like a lifetime. Formula-feeding parents, I know you can relate. Which is why we bought this magical device so we could get a bottle of formula ready almost INSTANTLY 24/7. If I had to pick the baby item that helped me survive those first few months with a newborn this would be it.
Promising review: "This thing is a must have for anyone feeding formula. Let me reiterate.......A MUST-HAVE. Sure, you can buy the 'traditional' bottle warmers. And they work fine, don't get me wrong. But if you are looking at this product, and this review, YOU know what it's like at 4 am, screaming hungry baby, trying to make a bottle of formula and then wait 2–4 minutes for it to warm up. Oh, you pre-prepared some formula that's in the fridge so it would be easier like we used to do? Well then you're gonna wait longer for those old bottle warmers. Not so with this miraculous blessing of a miracle wrapped up in a modest plastic package! No sir/ma'am! Put the bottle under the dispenser, hold down the lever for two to four SECONDS, dump in your powder, shake and voila! You are feeding that hungry ridiculously loud screaming baby in more seconds. Yes, you can buy the $200–$400 machines that make your formula for you on the spot. But why? This little miracle device is $50!!! Seriously, everyone who bottle feeds formula should own one of these. The temperature is SPOT ON and it is INSTANT. Please do yourself the biggest favor ever and buy it. You will never be sorry you did." —aigh11
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
36. A cute Boon drying rack so you can keep the never ending flow of dirty bottles in their own little spot, keeping your kitchen counter as tidy as possible.
"Is it possible for a drying rack to be life changing? Why yes, it is. I caved and bought this grassy patch after my kitchen started to look an episode of Hoarders. This thing instantly organized my kitchen by creating a dedicated spot for baby stuff. Bottles, pump parts, sippy cups...this bad boy can hold a LOT (at least six bottles and four cups at once) and dries everything quickly. Did I mention it's a heck of a lot more cheerful and stylish than your regular drying rack?" —Chandni
Promising review: "Newborn twins are a mess. They took over our house within in moments of coming through the door. For this type A mama, it was a horrifying side effect of the two most precious things in the world. A friend gave us one lawn at our shower and we promptly hopped on Amazon and bought a second to manage the sheer volume. The lawn and the accessories are a convenient and cute way to keep your bottles and pump parts organized. There is ample space in one for one baby's needs." —Lacey
Get it from Amazon for $21.24+ (available in three colors).
37. 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.
38. 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 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 $12.99 (also available for babies).
39. 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 $9.97 (also available in a pack of 16).
40. 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.
41. A gross, but hilarious Shrek-shaped toothpaste cap basically guaranteed to make your kids actually want to brush their teeth in the morning. Ogres are like onions, but at least this ogre will make sure your kids don't smell like onions.
Casual Chicken is a small business based in Irvine, California, that sells an array of unique 3D-printed items.
Promising review: "My kids went from dreading getting their teeth brushed to looking forward to their 'Shrek poops' on their toothbrush. Thank you!" —Kate DeJuliis
Get it from Casual Chicken on Etsy for $9.99.
42. A pack of multipurpose safety straps if your home could really use some extra childproofing, thanks to your curious little mischief maker. Use these to secure your fridge, cabinets, toilet, trash can, and more.
Promising review: "These things are awesome! Super easy to install. I didn't think they'd actually work, because my toddler is a beast, but we have them on our fridge and a few cupboards, and they keep her out :) She pulls pretty hard and they don't budge. They're pretty easy to unlatch, my 7-year-old doesn't have a problem with it. Great purchase!" —Angel Starr
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $9.95.
43. And a set of magnetic locks that 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 locks from Amazon for $33.99 (available in five quantities).
44. A wooden puzzle, perfect for having your kid exercise those critical thinking muscles, while also taking a break from their iPad screen. It's handy for helping with color and shape recognition, too.
Reviewer's say this is a great toy for all ages — from 3 to 12.
Promising review: "I ordered this for my K–1 after-school class and they line up to use it! It is also a favorite of the autistic children I have in the class — it keeps them calm and focused for a good while. It also helps test determination because it's an easy puzzle until you get to the end and you have to move stuff around to make everything fit! Endless possibilities! I highly recommend it! The pieces are small and wooden — would not recommend for ages of children who like to put toys in their mouths." —C. Delgado
Get it from Amazon for $8.98.
45. 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: "This is a huge hit. First, I'm obsessed with how cute it is. Second, my 15-month-old pee peed in it the first time trying it out and liked that it made a flushing sound. It was hard to potty train my son until he was big enough to use the regular potty; he hated the colorful training potty. This is genius because it looks exactly like a regular potty, and the flush sound is a fun addition." —Lakai
Get it from Amazon for $42.74+ (available in two colors).
46. And a waterproof potty-training watch that'll remind your toddler to go potty on the reg. This cute device's flashing lights and music will be a much more fun reminder (for all involved) than you begging them to "at least try" to go to the bathroom 10 times a day.
You can preset intervals of 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 90 minutes, 2 hours, and 3 hours. The watch has an inbuilt proximity sensor and only sounds alerts when it is worn so no need to turn it off at night. How smart is that?
Promising review: "Love this watch! My 3-year-old was giving me a run for my money. He was by far my most stubborn child to potty train. This watch has made a night and day difference. He puts it on when he wakes up and leaves it on all day. He gets super excited when the the countdown timer starts to okay music and lights up. He now will yell 'potty' and run to the bathroom. This watch is a must-have if you have a stubborn little one!" —MamaBear3
Get it from Amazon for $24.95.
47. An Oogiebear nose and ear cleaner designed with a rubber scoop and loop at the ends to gently clean out your babe's nose and ears without going too deep. Ahhh, isn't parenting fun?
Promising review: "Must have! This thing is amazing, it works very well for us. Good length and it's soft/firm. I was able to gently scoop my 4-month-old's ear wax and pick out her sticky, crusty boogers. She enjoys being clean so she sat/laid down very still for us. I would definitely buy this for a baby shower gift and definitely recommend to anyone." —P. T.
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
48. An anti-nail-biting pen, which tastes totally disgusting, to help you *finally* get your kiddo to stop chomping on their nails. Plus, it even has anti-inflammatory ingredients to help soothe sore fingers.
Plus, it has anti-inflammatory ingredients like organic aloe leaf juice and organic eucalyptus leaf to soothe sore fingers.
Promising review: "I love this stuff!! It’s taste horrible, which was great to help stop my 4-year-old from biting her nails. In about three days she completely stopped now and her nails have grown.." —Denise Batista
Get it from Amazon for $16.95.
49. A Silly Poopy's toy that will play hide and seek with your kiddo, so you don't have to. Just hide the rainbow-colored poop toy and it'll give clues until your kid finds it. Meanwhile, you can enjoy some much deserved couch time.
Promising review: "This game is HILARIOUS. My kids love playing with it and taking turns hiding it. (8, 6, and 3 years). They all think poop is funny and run around yelling 'Silly Poopy, where are you?' It keeps them busy for at least half an hour at a time and they leave me alone. Also? It's pretty durable. I found it outside in my garden in the 20-degree winter weather. I guess my 8-year-old left it out there for a few days. It also gets thrown down the stairs and Silly Poopy just keeps on giggling and having fun." —Adele
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
50. And finally, a bubble machine for tons of outdoor fun this summer. Just turn it on and watch your yard turn into a bubble wonderland that your kids can run around in for hours — or at least a solid 30 minutes before they ask you for another snack.
Promising review: "This is so much easier than giving your kids bubbles only to have them spill all over their clothes and the ground. It is truly a 'set it and forget it' item that provides hours of entertainment, even for a little ones! Such a great investment." —Allison A.
Get it from Amazon for $29.97.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.