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I'm not the only one obsessed with them.
This balm is a go-to in my house because literally everyone can use it. It's gentle enough to use on the little ones when they have irritation. And it's so moisturizing that I love using on the driest parts of my bod (read: my tootsies).
Get it from Indigo for $8.99.
When it comes to sleeping, my motto is 'night's out, lights out.' All of them. My reaction to even the faintest of lights is very similar to a vampire being exposed to the sun: not cute. But I have a bunch of devices in my room that blink and glow during the night! My fan, my air purifier, my computer screen, and my air conditioning unit are just a few that I can list off the top of my head. Buying these light-dimming stickers was the best money I've spent in a while. I just popped them onto my devices and the lights were instantly duller. They come in a variety of different shapes and sizes, making it easy to find the perfect one for each device. I can still see that the lights are on, but they're not nearly as annoying.
Get a pack of 100 stickers from Amazon Canada for $7.76.
I put these in my mom's car because she was sick of me cluttering up her dashboard with my sunglasses and other accoutrements. And since I refuse to carry my small items to and from the car, these holders have saved us from a few arguments. They're easy to install and they can hold a surprising amount of things. The little clamps can hold everything from bank cards and receipts to sunglasses and earphones. Plus, they're lined with foam so I don't have to worry about my things getting scraped.
Get a set of two from Amazon Canada for $9.98+. Available in two colours.
Now that hand sanitizer is something I never leave the house without, I wanted to stock up on a few travel-sized bottles. I really liked this one because it solved some of the issues I had with using other hand sanitizers. First, it's a fine mist, so it doesn't make my hands super wet before drying down. It also has a light lavender scent, which is downright heavenly compared to the strong chemical smells from other hand sanitizers. My hands don't feel Sahara Desert dry after using it and it comes in this really sleek bottle that's small enough to fit in my pocket. It's a perfect ten out of ten.
Get it from Indigo for $18. Available in eight scents.
Our household is definitely #TeamAndroid. I have a Pixel 3 and, and while I love it very much, I still miss my iPhone days. And it's solely because there are WAY cuter cases for Apple devices. For years, I've been using the same transparent case, but ya girl wanted options. I was over the moon when I found out Society6 does custom cases for literally every and any Android phone and there are dozens of prints to choose from. This case not only protects my phone, but it looks amazing, too. I love how easy it is to install, so I don't need to jaws of life to get it off when I'm ready to swap it out with something new.
Get it from Society6 for $19.20 (originally $38.29). Available for LG, Samsung, and Google phones.
One of my pet peeves is finding dirty dishes mixed in with clean ones because no one bothered to check if the dishes were clean. My family is huge and sometimes it's hard for the younger kids to notice whether the dishes are clean or dirty. This magnet was the answer to my problems. It's big enough that you can't really miss it and it lets everyone in the house know when the dishes are dirty or clean.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $9.99+. Available in three colours.
The bristles on this broom are stiff as heck. Instead of pulling out the vacuum, I can give the rugs and carpeted floors in my house a quick sweep and this broom actually does the job. The idea of having to crouch down to sweep dirt into a dustpan is very unappealing to me so I really love that the dustpan has a handle. The rubber teeth are another great feature, because I hate picking those stray pieces of fluff and hair from the bottom of my broom. And storing this set is a breeze because it doesn't take up anymore space than a traditional broom and dustpan.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $35.78.
All you need is a container of kernels!
Making a batch is so easy: Throw in the kernels, butter, and salt (or whatever seasoning you like), cover the bowl with the lid, and pop it in the microwave for a couple minutes. It only took a minute and a half to pop all the kernels and I didn't have to throw out a paper bag afterward (we love a reusable product). I really like this popcorn maker because I don't have to transfer my popcorn to another bowl. My movie marathons at home just got a little tastier.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $20.99+. Available in nine colours.
I use this all the time to wash my favourite sweaters and other delicate garments I don't like putting in the washing machine. I also like using it to quickly clean a bra or pair of underwear. I just add a capful of soap to a basin of water and let the garments soak for 15 minutes. And I've even started using it to wash my cloth face masks at the end of the day. I love how light the scent is. I have it in fig, but it also comes in unscented, if you're not into fragrances. Plus, it's a no-rinse formula so I'm using less water.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $20. Available in six scents.
I live with two small children and, as a result, I'm constantly cleaning up after them. These magic erasers are a true blessing. Instead of scrubbing away stains with a bucket and cloth like Cinderella, I can quickly and effectively remove whatever mysterious marks and stains I find on tables, walls, and other surfaces in seconds. Like this beautiful crayon mural, for instance. It took less than a minute to clean up, and all it took was a little water and elbow grease.
Get a pack of two from Amazon Canada for $3.49+. Also available in packs of four.
I keep one on my keychain so I always have it near me. I love using it when I’m unpacking groceries and need to cut through the thick plastic packaging. It’s also easier and much more satisfying to open boxes that are covered in packing tape. The ceramic blade is smooth, making it impossible to cut yourself with it, but it can easily cut through paper, plastic, and cardboard. I feel much more comfortable carrying it around than a pair of scissors, and it's only a third of the size.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $10.29.
We had a regular Brita pitcher but recently upgraded to this dispenser and it was totally worth it. Instead of having to refill it a couple time a day, I only have to refill it every other day. Plus, it has such a large basin at the top that I don't have to wait for what feels like hours to fill it up. I also like that it's so narrow. It doesn't take up a lot of space in the fridge. I'd say it actually uses less space than the pitcher.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $49.09.
My mom and I are complete opposites when it comes to drinking water, especially if it comes from the tap. I got her this water bottle for her in hopes that she'd drink more water during the day. We have a Brita water pitcher (that we love) but it's pretty useless when we're out and about. It only made to sense to try out the travel-friendly version and I'm so glad we did. I don't mind drinking tap water but even I could taste the difference between the water in a regular bottle and this one. She won't leave the house without it now so I'm calling it a win.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $39.68. Available in three colours.
The mount is wide enough to clip onto my headboard, and I can use it on different pieces of furniture in my house, like my desk or shelf. Plus, the holder stretches open really wide, so it'll fit any phone. I can rotate the holder from a vertical to a horizontal position and the flexible neck makes it easy to change the position of my phone to any angle.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $21.99. Available in two colours.
The entire set includes an 8 in fry pan, a 9 1/2 in fry pan, a 1 1/2 qt saucepan with a glass lid, a 2 1/2 qt saucepan with a glass lid, a 3 qt sauté pan with a glass lid, a 6 qt stockpot with a glass lid, a slotted turner, a serving spoon with measuring marks, three ceramic pinch bowls (2, 4, and 6 oz), and a recipe booklet.
The number of pots and pans in this set and their sizes are PERFECT for everyday use. Another thing I liked about this cookware set is all the little extras that came with it, like a Tasty recipe book, pinch bowls, and a couple utensils. These pinch bowls were an unexpected hit in my house. They may be tiny, but they're super useful for meal prep when I'm cooking or baking.
Check out BuzzFeed's full review of the Tasty Ceramic Non-Stick 16-Piece Cookware Set.
Get the 16-piece set from Walmart Canada for $149.97.
I'm an amateur plant mom, and I have to say dealing with insects is my least favourite part. Thankfully, I've only had to deal with fruit flies and these sticky stakes have caught most of them within a couple days of using them. They're super easy to set up and you can attach multiple stakes together to make them extra tall, if you have a larger plant. I will definitely be restocking these, because they're actual life savers.
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon Canada for $8.98.
It has a small slit in the top so you can check on your baby at anytime.
It's such a simple design, but there's so many ways to use it. Since we have toddlers, we mostly use it as a seat cover when we go to the grocery store. Our little ones (like most) love putting their hands and mouths on everything, so it makes us feel a bit better about using the grocery carts with the cover over top. And because it's cloth, we can just throw in the wash when we get home.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $24.99.
These wipes are just so handy. The package is small enough that I can keep one in my bag, without it taking up too much space. And I'll keep another one in the car to wipe down door handles or shopping carts before I enter the grocery store. I like that they don't have a strong chemical smell and they're not drenched in liquid, so I can use them on my phone or other devices, too.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $1.97.
We have a collection of ceramic mugs in our cupboards but I really like the way my beverage looks like a glass cup. And these definitely keep your drink hot for a while. I totally forgot my drink on the counter one morning and came back 30 minutes later and it was still piping hot.
Get a set of two from Simons for $27.
The lint remover comes with a power cord, an extra blade, a storage bag, and a cleaning brush.
I got this because my favourite sweaters were starting to look kind of grungy. I tried using lint rollers, but they weren't picking up enough of the pills on my knits, and it was so time consuming. This electric shaver got rid of ALL the annoying pills and my sweaters look good as new. It's super gentle on clothes and it took way less time to get rid of the pills.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $16.99.
This trampoline was an impulsive purchase and I have yet to regret it. We bought it during one of 71 lockdowns of 2020 when going outside wasn't really an option and the little ones were getting stir-crazy. It doesn't take up a lot of space and even though we could fold it and store it in the closet, it's become a staple in our living room because the kids use it every day.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $89.99.
There are only a couple places in my house that have carpet and one of them is the stairs. The big vacuum I previously used was so heavy and cumbersome that I usually just swept the stairs with a broom. This vacuum, by comparison, is so lightweight and fits perfectly on each step. Plus, I can convert it into a handheld vacuum in seconds to get to those hard to reach spots!
Get it from Amazon Canada for $44.99.
While I already have a portable charger, this one is definitely my go-to. I love that I can charge multiple devices at the same time, which comes in handy A LOT because my family is famous for leaving the house with a half-charged phone. The feature I find most helpful is the screen that tells me how much juice is left in my charger. I can see the exact percentage so I know when it's time to recharge it.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $35.99. Available in three colours.
Washing dishes is my least favourite chore, so you can only imagine how I feel about washing AND sterilizing half a dozen baby bottles Every. Single. Day! This sterilizer was an absolute godsend and I'm convinced that it's saved me hours after using it for just a few months. I love that it comes with multiple compartments so I sterilize everything at the same time. It's super easy to set the cycle and for the amount of time I want. Plus, unlike other sterilizer, I never have to dry the bottles afterward. They're always ready to go.
Get it from Amazon Canada for $164.98.