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1. A set of 24 wood building blocks with see-through rainbow acrylic panels — create fun structures and shapes against your window and watch as the sun projects the block colors all around the room! This is the sort of toy that'll bring simple, everyday magic into your playtime routine.
2. A leave-in conditioning spray for curly hair with no parabens, sulfates, or phthalates so you can de-tangle your toddler's tough knots with something safe and nourishing.
3. A pack of spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers with flexible flaps that'll allow easy access for little hands while preventing messes. The only question now is...how will you find your child when they aren't leaving a snack trail everywhere they go?
4. A pack of five clear stove knob covers to keep your fire fanatic from treating the oven like the hot new toy they think it is.
5. A personalized superhero cape for making sure your child's wardrobe is as incredible as they are.
6. A cute frog potty training urinal so you can make the process more fun when your teeny tiny baby is old enough to start potty training. Sorry, I'm not getting choked up. I've just got a frog in my throat.
7. Or a toilet target light with a motion sensor and clear projection — this is sure to make potty training a bright spot in your child's life.
To apply, simply clean the area with an alcohol wipe before attaching the light. Take the sticker off the back and press firmly against the lid for 90 seconds. That's it! Batteries are included.
Promising review: "I got this thinking 'Dear lord I hope this works. If I drop my pants in pee again or have to scrub another wall I am going to go insane!' I thought the price was a bit much but it is okay now that I now it works! I don’t know why people are saying theirs don’t stay on. I’m truly hoping they cleaned the area first... but anyways. All I did was clean the surface of the lid with some rubbing alcohol and stuck this light on, like it said to do. My husband and son are in and out of the bathroom several times a day. Slamming the lid closed. Lights on and off all the time. This still lights up bright as ever and it’s going on three weeks. Now when I sit I sometimes might lean back into it but it’s really not an issue. I'm just overwhelmed with joy because this target works and I do not have to scrub any extra walls, floors, or pants!!! You better believe I’m getting one for every darn bathroom in my house!!!" —NoRestForTheWicked
Get it from Amazon for $34.
8. And a waterproof potty training watch specifically designed for reminding kiddos to use the toilet on the reg. What time is it? Potty time.
9. A Melissa & Doug reusable puffy sticker activity book — this is gonna be such a hit gift you might make Santa jealous. Kids love stickers. Stickers with a storyline? Even better.
10. And a Melissa & Doug magnetic calendar that'll teach your tiny tot the days of the week, the names of each month, and the weather — all in a hands-on, interactive way.
11. A realistic (and super durable) wooden pretend play magnetic cutting set so your lil' nugget can work on their fine motor skills and dexterity while cooking up a magnificent, imaginary, meal.
12. Or a set of three nylon kitchen knives — with these, your sous chef is able to chop 'til they drop (without hurting any of their adorable digits) if they insist on "helping" with dinner.
Promising review: "My 2-year-old was desperate to join me in the kitchen, and I wanted to be sure she was safe. These knives come in three sizes. They are not sharp to the touch but easily cut through most fruits and vegetables! For denser foods like carrots, she needed a bit of assistance, but she was quickly chopping all of the asparagus for dinner!!! We just got these, so I can't speak to durability, but for the price, these seem like a great value for my little chef!" —Nicholas and Zarya Fogelson
Get it from Amazon for $14.91.
13. A canvas growth chart for anyone living in a rental who would love 1) tracking their child's height and 2) getting their deposit back when they move.
14. A minimalist silicone placemat so surprisingly chic you just might be jealous of your child when the two of you go on a BFF brunch date. Maybe it's time to teach them how to share.
15. A pack of sippy cups (made from recycled milk jugs) with 10,000 5-star (!!!) reviews. These can withstand rambunctious kids better than you could ever imagine.
16. Or a spiffy three-stage silicone cup designed to adapt as your toddler's fine motor skills start kicking in. Once they begin to insist on drinking from a "big kid cup," this unbreakable bud adjusts accordingly.
17. A nasal aspirator that's equal parts nasty and satisfying, for parents who are ~snot~ afraid of efficiently getting the job done when their babies' boogers are making them blue.
18. A calming baby lip balm rich with a formula filled with seven botanical oils that'll soothe kiddo's lips and dry skin around their mouth. It has an easy-glide texture and a large design that'll make applying this simple and soothing on your littlest sweetheart.
19. An SPF 50 mineral sunscreen best to have in your bag at all times, because forgetting sunscreen on a sunny day out could be a mistake ~burned~ in your memory forever (particularly if your kid's skin is as prone to sunburns as my own useless self).
20. A pack of stick-on fever indicators worth having on hand during cold and flu season. Just stick this bug on their forehead and watch for any changes in color. You can monitor your child's fever for up to 48 hours.
21. A pack of sink extenders is gonna make hand washing less of a chore to your child...and your back.
22. A pack of toilet seat covers you'll be glad to have if your kid loves putting their hands on public toilet seats. Ahem, WHY.
23. A 100 Words Book for children learning both English and Spanish. This bilingual book is interactive and extra fun!
24. A coconut and shea butter kids' conditioning detangler with 13,000 5-star reviews (!!!) raving that it's the BEST STUFF EVER. Just a few spritzes will make knots vanish and finally tame that frizz.
25. An indoor-friendly scavenger hunt game that'll save the day when said day is cold, rainy, dreary, and dull. Rather than coming up with specific objects, this game gives your kids a chance to be extra creative by finding things that are "scratchy," "warm," "fuzzy," and more!
Promising review: "These are a lifesaver for us during the quarantine. My 7-year-old is enjoying challenges that I time, having to find five things to match five cards in five minutes. There are also two games with instructions that are fun. My kiddos are being so creative finding things. My son found a compact mirror and breathed on it to steam it up for 'steamy.' Hooray for igniting thinking skills. Grandma gets involved finding silly things that make the kids crack up. I love the bag they come in and that it’s a compact card game that can be played anywhere." —Jami Lilo
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
26. And a smaller set to get bored toddlers on a mission to discover all the *treasures* around the house. You're gonna be pleasantly surprised by how long it takes your kid to find these objects. That's some prime nap time just for you.
27. A snack spinner for enticing even the pickiest of eaters to add more foods to their *rotation* at home or on the go.
28. A nonslip Montessori silicone placemat — a Montessori table setting that'll show your child how to set up utensils before dinner. Involve them in dinner prep and watch them eat more than ever before!
29. A pack of diaper booster pads — if the fear of pee-soaked pajamas is keeping you up at night, these clever inserts can absorb those diaper leaks for GOOD.
30. An anti-nail-biting pen with an awful taste that'll basically make your kid wanna barf when biting their nails or sucking their thumb (which is exactly the point).
31. A rainbow-colored saucer swing for adding a fun ~spin~ on the furniture in your playroom.
32. A bath toy organizer with over 10,000 5-star reviews (!!!) that reviewers swear actually sticks to your wall. Get this and keep the bath toys tidy, dry, and nearby!
Promising review: "We got tired of stepping on our 2-year-old's toys or having to take them all out of the shower/bath to put in a tub where there was also a small amount of water at the bottom because of the toys draining, I've only had for few days but so far so good. My daughter likes it too, now she is just taking out the toys she wants instead of all of the toys. I also used the suction hooks, no falling so far. I also put it closer to the tub over lapping a bit so she can reach her toys herself. If you have toddlers who love bubbles and toys this is perfect!"—Jessica Kirby
Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in two sizes and pre-stocked with toys or by itself).
33. A pack of no-spill paint cups with lids that'll keep any leftover paint from drying out. These'll let your pint-sized Picasso have a ton of fun, without making a major mess.
34. A magnetic visual timer to help kids see how much time they have left to work on homework, clean their room, be in the bath, etc. This is here to keep your home from being filled with the shrill cries of "Are we done yet?!" every 32 seconds.
35. And a teaching alarm clock for helping your children know when they're allowed to leave their room, giving you slightly more shut-eye in the a.m. Update the settings to your family's schedule and this lil' helper will light up when the kids are allowed to get up and out of bed.
36. A pack of corner guards — a toddler-safe solution sure to make sharp surfaces safe while still letting your style stay sharp.
37. A rubber ducky bath spout cover that's gonna keep your kiddo from ~quacking~ their head open on the hard faucet if they're rather squirmy during bath time.
38. A set of five plastic pipes — these can keep your kiddo entertained in the bath long enough that you can actually get them clean. Washing your child without a tantrum will no longer be just a ~pipe~ dream!
Promising review: "Our 18-month-old adores these. His older sisters (five and seven) have also been enjoying them in the tub. They work great and stick really well. The only negative is that we have temper tantrums now because baby boy wants to take a bath all the time. We can't get him out of the tub now!" —JKinSD
Get them from Amazon for $6.19+ (available in three colors).
39. An alcohol-free hand sanitizer that'll foam when you pump it out, making sanitizing their hands way more fun when all your kiddo wants to do is...get their hands on everything. The produce section never stood a chance.
40. An attachable dirty diaper sack dispenser with 24 bags you can toss your dirty diapers in when there isn't a convenient trash nearby.
41. A four-pack of finger pinch guards — this easily attaches to any part of your door to keep them open at all times. No hurt fingers in your house!
42. A food tray that'll satisfy parents of picky eaters. *Any* idea that gets picky kids to eat is a good one...even if that means playing with their food.
43. A pack of four self-closing outlets to make your baby-proofed place look way less baby-proofed, even though they're extra safe!
44. A toilet safety seal — a solution for anyone who has been down in the ~dumps~ over their child mistaking the toilet tank for a splash pad. It's super not.
45. A pair of GeoSafari Jr. binoculars your observant, pint-sized bird watcher is sure to adore.
Promising review: "These are absolutely the best for preschool-aged children. There is no need for adjustment. You just look into the binoculars and see a clear image. My son used these this past summer for getting a closer look at the hummingbirds at our feeder. We also took these with us on nature walks. He really enjoyed using them and after a full summer's use, they are still in great shape. Anything that makes a child curious about nature and the environment gets an A+ in my book." —Rachael P.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
46. A mix and match game that'll let your tiny tots create their own wacky critters! Hopefully designing an aligazebra from the top down helps them sit still a second.
The set includes 20 pieces.
Promising review: "The box is a lot heavier than I expected but the quality is so nice so I understand why. I loooooove it. It's perfect for my 2-year-old son" —Nadia Felder
Get it from Amazon for $17.50 (available in three styles of games).
47. And finally, a pair of salt and pepper shakers — let your picky toddler sprinkle some (salty) "magic dust" onto their food and they just might start eating that broccoli without a fight!
Ahh toddlers — we love 'em!
