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    45 Smart Parenting Products You Probably Haven’t Seen If You’re Not On TikTok

    You're too busy taking care of your kids to scroll TikTok — so let us find the best products for you.

    1. A set of kid-safe plastic knives because your tiny sous chef wants to help with dinner — and now they can! 

    Three knives in different sizes purple, pink, and teal colors
    Reviewer's child slicing a squash with the knife

    Watch a kiddo chop up green peppers like a pro using this knife on TikTok.

    PSA: children should still be supervised while using these knives!

    Promising reviews: "My daughter loves these. I saw these on TikTok then ordered them for my little kitchen helper. We cut up all types of veggies with no problem." —Maia

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $9.95 (available in two color combinations).

    2. CeraVe baby cream that'll help your bub find relief from itchy eczema or irritated sensitive skin. This cream is rich in hydrating hyaluronic acid and ceramides, which help strengthen your nugget's skin barrier. And it absorbs quickly without feeling greasy!

    the moisturizing cream
    reviewer's before photo showing their child's eczema and after photo showing  eczema healed after seven days of applying the cream

    Watch a parent's before and after video using the CeraVe moisturizing cream on TikTok. And, get the baby version of the cream (below), which is formulated specifically for babies and infants. 

    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).

    3. pink cleaning paste so you can restore your walls and dressers when your little ones go Baby Picasso on your furniture with a permanent marker.

    Reviewer removing lipstick from the walls using the pink paste
    The Pink Stuff

    See if the the Pink Stuff ~actually~ works to erase kids' artwork in this TikTok.

    Promising review: "This stuff is magic! Found this product on TikTok. I don’t think I’ve ever seen value like I do in this product! Literally use it on EVERYTHING!! Kids and teens have dirt, grime, and grease on their walls? This will make it look like a new paint job. Baseboards need some love? A pea size amount of this makes them look brand new. Need a shoe cleaner? PERFECT for sneakers. I could name a million more uses, but I can ASSURE you this is worth every penny. What’s more? You need such LITTLE of this product; it will last a VERY long time. Thank you, TikTok!!!" —Rachel in CLT

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97.

    4. bug bite suction tool for reliving the irritating post-bug bite itching and swelling. It's designed to actually suck out venom, saliva, and irritants so your munchkins don't scratch themselves raw. You may recognize this genius product (which was invented by a mom!) from Shark Tank.

    A BuzzFeed editor's arm with a bite on it, the editor holding the suction tool and an after photo of the swelling reduced on the editor's arm.
    Rebecca O'Connell / BuzzFeed

    Watch it in action on TikTok

    Promising review: "I saw this product on TikTok and had to get it. I’m super glad I did. My daughter and I always get a ton of mosquito bites, and this helps alleviate the itching as soon as you pull the suction back. It’s great." —Rebekka Talley

    Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in four colors; also available in a two-and three-pack).

    5. pancake batter mixer with a built-in BlenderBall wire whisk to mix wet and dry ingredients for hotcakes and waffles as fast as you can shake it. Breakfast will be ready in minutes *and* with fewer dirty dishes that require your attention.

    Model pouring pancakes out with handheld bottle-shaped dispenser
    Reviewer pic of small round pancakes on a griddle

    Watch this mom's demo of the pancake dispenser on TikTok.

    You can even store leftover batter in the bottle and pop it in the fridge for a time-saving weekday breakfast!

    Promising review: "My 8-year-old is a huge fan of making pancakes. He saw this on TikTok and just had to have it. We absolutely love this product!! Easy to clean and use. I love that it’s an all-in-one. No more messy bowls, and he can squeeze out the perfect amount for his pancakes." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two colors; also available in two pancake art kits). 

    6. A pack of dishwasher-safe silicone pouch lids if you're tired of seeing a quarter of your kid's fruit pouch end up on the floor (and their clothes, and the couch, and the car seat). Now you can feel confident giving them food pouches! Inside the lid is a flow-control valve designed to stop spilling (even when little hands are squeezing the pouch) while still allowing them to suck.

    gif of someone squeezing the food pouch and nothing coming out
    reviewer's photo of a cap on a food pouch

    Check out why a mom calls this pouch topper the "coolest thing" in this TikTok

    ChooMee is a small biz based in Northern California, owned by a mom, that specializes in innovative products that solve everyday feeding challenges.

    Promising review: "I am OBSESSED. I saw these on a TikTok and ran to Amazon...so glad I did! My toddler loves yogurt/applesauce pouches but started purposely dumping and squeezing the contents out. But these make it absolutely impossible for her to do that without making it difficult to eat! I tested them, and it’s SO easy to drink out of, but I was unable to squeeze anything out. 10/10 recommend. I’m definitely buying more." —Amanda

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five color combos). 

    7. Or a food and juice box holder with easy-to-grip handles because it can sit upright when your kid's not shaking it every which way. (Don't worry, it won't leak!)

    a reviewer photo of them holding the holder with a food pouch inside
    a reviewer photo of a child using the pouch holder

    Watch this mama's review of the flipping holder in this TikTok. 

    Promising review: "BEST THINGS EVER!! My little one is 10 months old and a little miss independent. She HATES when I have to help feed her. She LOVES the applesauce pouches, but always squeezes them and makes the biggest mess ever! I thought these would be worth a shot. I was right!! Works awesome for her with juice boxes, too! AND she's happy because mommy doesn't have to help!! I would definitely buy them again, and I told EVERYONE with littles how much they need to buy these!" —Kaila

    Get a pack of two from Amazon for $17.99 (available in five colors and sold individually).

    8. Tushbaby hip carrier to save your back and shoulders when your clingy toddler wants to be held. And it doubles as a mini diaper bag with pockets for diapers (duh!) wipes, a bottle, a phone, a wallet, snacks, and more. 

    reviewer showing how the carrier wraps around their waist and make it easy to hold a baby
    reviewer showing close up of the carrier and how it has a front pocket

    It's recommended for children between 8 and 45 pounds and can be used in four different holding positions — feeding/breastfeeding, side carrying, front facing, and face-to-face. 

    Tushbaby is a small biz run by three California mamas and specializes in products that bringing a little more ease to everyday parenting life.

    See why this mama calls the Tushbaby "the best invention for parents of young children" on TikTok

    Promising review: "This has been one of MANY items I have purchased thanks to TikTok, and I'm glad I did. Super easy to use, easy to adjust, and most importantly it helps with support tremendously. It comes with pockets and a place to hold bottles/sippy cups, which can be very handy. My 8-month-old weights around 30–35lbs, and he's basically attached to me 24/7, carrying all day was killing my back and arms! Thank God for this invention, my arms and back can rest." —Jennifer Calle

    Get it from Amazon for $84.99+ (available in two colors). 

    9. An inexpensive Pop2Play foldable indoor slide so your living room becomes a playroom in approximately 30 seconds. No more tantrums when it's raining and you can't go to the playground — and no more tugs at your arm every few minutes because your kid is sooooo boooooored. And when everyone's tired themselves out, it folds flat and ~slides~ away so it's out of sight.

    a review photo of the slide in a green yellow and blue color with animals and plants
    Reviewer's video showing how easy it is to set up the slide

    The slide's capable of holding up to 50 lbs.

    Watch this munchkin having tons of fun on the slide in this TikTok

    Promising review: This product was just as advertised. My 3-year-old loved it! It was just the right size for her. The material was sturdy but still cardboard so make sure the little ones are not putting water anywhere near it. Great product for the winter months and if your kids get tired of it, you can always turn it into an art project by having them draw on it with markers or crayons." —fcvg

    Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in four styles).

    10. A pack of sink extenders for toddlers who are in the midst of their "I can do it myself!" phase. Give your tot some independence *and* save your poor back from having to strain as you hoist your 25-pound nugget to the sink to clean their hands.

    A child washing hands in the sink using a sink extender on the faucet
    A faucet extender attached to a faucet

    Check it out on TikTok.

    Promising review: "I am very satisfied with my purchase! These reach just perfectly for my daughter's daily/nightly hygiene routine; it extends out just the right amount. She doesn't have to struggle any longer washing her hands or just getting ready for the day. They are the perfect fit too and stay in place just fine. They are easy to install, remove, and use. Also durable, flexible and easy to clean. I highly recommend: 5 out of 5 stars!" —Katie

    Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.49.

    11. And speaking of "I can do it myself!" phases, a cereal and snack dispenser to save you from walking into the kitchen on a Saturday morning and finding cereal boxes strewn everywhere. 

    Watch this parent use the dispenser in this review video on TikTok

    Promising review: "We have three kids and a very small kitchen with very little cabinet/counter space. We used to keep our cereal boxes on top of our refrigerator, but I've been trying to de-clutter, and also come up with a solution for our kids to be able to get their own cereal in the mornings. THIS IS IT!!!! It looks great on our counter and we have very little space, so it fits just right! This has been the perfect solution to giving our kids the independence they need to get their own breakfast! It has been a lifesaver!!! Love it!!!" —tenle

    Get it from Amazon for $17.91+ (available in 10 options including three colors and single, double, and triple styles). 

    12. An ingenious cup catcher if your child's favorite game seems to be chucking their sippy cup across the room. This silicone strap attaches to both the bottle and their highchair, car seat, stroller, diaper bag, etc. so your little one can show off that future MLB pitcher arm without worry that you'll be doing double and triple dish duty. 

    a reviewer photo of the cup catcher holding onto a cup about to fall
    the cup catcher on a cup

    Watch this mom explain why "you need this" cup catcher on TikTok

    Promising review: "These are fantastic for keeping my child from dropping her sippy cup over and over during meals. I'd recommend to any parent who just wants one thing to be easier. But isn't that all of us?" —Leigh Powers

    Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in five colors and packs of two). 

    13. toothbrush holder and dispenser because it automatically dispenses toothpaste for you = fewer opportunities for messy kiddos to get toothpaste all over the cap and counters.

    the white wall mounted toothbrush holder
    Reviewer's photo showing the toothpaste dispensed on the toothbrush

    Watch this toothbrush holder in action on TikTok.

    This includes a toothpaste dispenser (that'll squeeze out every last ounce!), four cups and holders, and a place to store your toothbrushes.

    Promising review: "I love this item! I saw it originally on TikTok and thought it would be perfect for our bathroom! We have one bathroom upstairs and five people who use it. This cleared up so much counter space for us! There are ventilation holes where the cups go to help make sure they dry properly. The toothpaste dispenser has really been working to get every last drop out of the tube. I would definitely recommend for a family or kids' bathroom. There is also a little storage compartment behind the toothpaste that is great for extra brushes, cotton buds, or flossers." —Sariyah J

    Get it from Amazon for $17.47+ (available in three colors).

    14. An ingenious sandwich cutter and sealer that'll help you whip up homemade Smuckers Uncrustables (with the filling of your choice!) and save a heck of a lot of money.

    A customer review photo showing homemade uncrustables
    A customer review photo of their DIY Uncrustables

    Check out the demo on TikTok.

    Promising review: "I had to try this because I saw it on TikTok, and I spend way too much on Uncrustables for my picky kids! And my kids (ages 3 and 6) love the different shapes they can choose from." —Rachel

    Get it from Amazon for $15.96

    15. whale bath toy so even the must reluctant bather will be excited for bath time. It lights up and sprinkles water from its spout — what's not to love?

    reviewer's photo of the whale toy lit up and squirting water in the bath
    reviewer's gif of the whale bath toy in action

    See why this parent says this toy is a hit with their 7-month-old on TikTok.

    Promising review: "TikTok made me do it. My daughter loves this! It stops spraying water as soon as it is no longer in the water. It's very calming. I've even stolen it for my own baths." —Lauren Vivier

    Get it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in four styles).

    16. A dishwasher-safe silicone finger puppet toothbrush for introducing brushing and good oral hygiene habits in a fun and gentle way. 

    a child chewing on the silicone brush
    @thebrushiesofficial / Via www.instagram.com

    Watch these cute toothbrushes brushing a little one's gums in this TikTok

    Brushies is a mom-owned small business started by a dentist and a psychologist.

    Promising review: "I don't usually write reviews, but this has been a game changer for us! I have a 13-month-old who hates having her teeth brushed (we tried EVERYTHING before getting this). We've only had it for two days, and there have been no tears since getting it! I let her brush with her regular toothbrush and then follow up with this. She loves it!" —Tyler Parsons

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in four colors). 

    17. A pack of Crayola Globbles to keep your kiddos busy sticking, squishing, squeezing, stacking, and slinging without worrying about sticky residue on your ceiling and walls. 

    Reviewer holding six squishy balls in different rainbow colors in their hand
    reviewer throwing them all the wall where they stick

    Watch this mom explain why Globbles are her "new favorite thing ever" on TikTok.

    Promising review: "My 15-year-old asked for these after seeing them on TikTok. I got them as a stocking stuffer thinking they’d be tossed aside. Unbelievably he and his 17-year-old brother have spent time laying in the floor, tossing them up to the ceiling, and waiting for them to fall so they can catch them. I never expected them to get this much use. Bonus is they’re off their phones and in the family room with us." —Amazon Customer

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.99 (also available as a 16-pack).

    18. An ingenious dinner plate if you've got a picky eater on your hands. This plate has eight compartments that you can fill with smaller, easier-to-eat portions. And once your kiddo's made their way across the map, they'll discover a hidden treat at the end.

    Check out a parent's review of this game-changing plate on TikTok.

    Promising review: "I bought this for my son because I thought it was cute and cool. I posted about it on TikTok, and the post went viral, almost a million views. I highly recommended it. My son requests this plate for every meal and looks forward to the treat at the end." —Chaunte Thorpe

    Get it from Amazon for $17.74+ (available in six styles). 

    19. LeapFrog 100 Words Book because adding 100 new words in English and Spanish to your vocab is nothing to sneeze at!

    reviewer's photo of the 100 Words Book for kids
    reviewer's gif demonstrating how the book works

    Find out why this parent calls it "one of our favorite toys for our son" on TikTok.

    Promising review: "This was a recommended product I saw off Facebook and again on TikTok — so I had to see if the hype was worth it. IT IS WORTH IT! My toddler (almost 2) loves the book for the sounds and names of all the categories in the book. This is a great book to gift others with toddlers or to help your little one develop. I love this!" —Megan C.

    Get it from Amazon for $16.49 (available in five styles).

    20. grape cutter that'll give you peace of mind and soooo much time back now that you don't need to quarter grapes by hand.

    reviewer's gif showing the grape cutter in action
    reviewer's photo of the grape cutter

    Watch a mom quartering grapes in a flash with this tool on TikTok.

    Promising review: "Yes. TikTok made me buy it. It’s awesome In my opinion. I use it for my fruit salads and my son's snacks. It’s helpful, and I think it saves a bit of time." —Amanda

    Get it from Amazon for $11.95.

    21. An anti-colic self-feeding baby bottle so your hungry baby can eat (priority #1!) when you just don't have free hands. (No judgment!)

    See why this parent is "obsessed" with this bottle on TikTok

    Promising review: "I love these bottles so much! My baby loves to move around and kick and doesn’t like to really be held while eating. This is the best thing ever!!! Also when on car rides, it's super useful. Of course, always watch your babies. I think this is best for older babies maybe over 3 months. :) But other than that, I love this product!!" —Andrea Land

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in three colors). 

    22. drinking cap for transforming hazardous bottles of water or chocolate milk into kid-friendly vessels that aren't at risk of spilling their contents all over your couch. 

    reviewer showing the cap on a water bottle with a straw coming out of it
    a review photo with the cap on a yogurt bottle

    Find out why this parent calls this is one of their "coolest" Amazon finds in this TikTok

    Promising review: "Wonderful for my autistic 4-year-old! I absolutely LOVE these Jelly Caps! I found them on TikTok and knew it would be perfect for my son! He’s 4 and I’m always forgetting to bring his cup. He’s autistic and struggles when drinking from a bottle. These fit great on his happy meal milk from McDonald’s as well as every bottled water I’ve tried! Only down side is it takes a smaller straw than you get at the store. But to fix then I always put the straw in from the 'bottom' before placing it on the bottle! 10/10 recommend! Just buy them!" —Nikki

    Get a three pack from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two color options). 

    23. A slide away storage bag to make cleanup less painful than stepping on a Lego. It has a built-in mat for playtime and then closes in on itself with the pull of a drawstring, corralling toys within so everything is put away before you even have time to finish singing "The Cleanup Song."

    the bag lying on its side with the mat open and toys on it
    the mat rolled back into the storage bag

    Watch this parent's demo on TikTok.

    Promising review: "For years, my kids have been dumping their Legos onto a blanket. Pieces constantly fall off and get lost, and it's a pain to get everything back into the plastic storage bin when they're finished. (And, of course, that job falls to me because they're too little to lift the blanket by themselves.) When this bin arrived, I dumped all of the Legos into it, and then gave it a try. It worked EXACTLY as advertised! I dumped the Legos out onto the fabric, then grabbed the handles and effortlessly dumped everything back into the bin. Now, my kids are able to dump out the Legos all on their own, play with them to their hearts' content, and then put them all away again when they're done. The border keeps most of the pieces on the fabric (a few escaping is unavoidable), and the bright solid color helps them find the piece they need more easily. They're able to put everything away without my help, which is awesome! Plus, when everything is put away, the bin tucks away nicely in the corner. It even matches the fabric/color of our large toy bin! I really wish I had something like this when I was a kid, but I'm incredibly grateful to have it now, as it's making my parenting life MUCH easier!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $56.99 (available in four colors).

    24. Boon cacti bottle cleaning brush set if you want to make the tedious task of washing baby bottles a little more fun. C'mon, these brushes are so cute that you can't help but smile!

    reviewer image of the cacti brush set in the white container
    reviewer image of the brush set out of the container, showing the different types of brushes

    Check out this dad's review of the bottle brush set on TikTok.

    Promising review: "I love this product. I got it because of all the hype on TikTok, but I gotta say I actually find it a really nice way to display my bottle and accessories cleaner. It matches perfect with my boom grass. Makes my kitchen feel warm." —DIPC

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in two styles, as well as four replacement brushes). 

    25. A Bissell multi-purpose portable cleaner because your living room has been *through* it. This portable upholstery and carpet cleaner cleans deeply, penetrating household fabrics and even car interiors to erase any sign of your milk vomit, spilled juice, and even pet stains.

    before photo of a dark stain on a light pink children's chair
    after photo of the same chair and the stain is totally gone

    Watch a parent clean a stained couch with the Bissell on TikTok.

    Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok, and our toddler has turned our apartment in such a dirty place. Stains everywhere! Our sofa was in such bad condition (which we only got it two years ago) that we were thinking of getting a new one. We decided to try this, and it is a miracle worker. I’m so glad we bought this. It’s worth every penny!" —shahzad mahmood

    Get it from Amazon for $123

    26. And a splurge-worthy hand vacuum that'll pick up the Cheerios dust and Goldfish crumbs from the floor, counters, couch, etc. and save you from having to plug in your very bulky standing vacuum. 

    Watch a demo on TikTok.

    Promising review: "Another 'TikTok made me buy' purchase. I absolutely love this thing. It helps with cleaning my daughter’s desk since she’s homeschooling and easy to use to clean inside of drawers." —Manisha Roopnarine

    Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in four colors). 

    27. A travel urinal so you're always prepared for a pee emergency — whether you're road-tripping or 10 minutes from home and your child swears they can't hold it. 

    a travel urinal for kids with vaginas
    a travel urinal for kids with penises
    Amazon

    Watch this mom's review on TikTok

    Promising review: "I love this travel urinal. My son often has to pee when we are out running errands, and it’s not always easy to get to a restroom. I have two young boys; it’s hard to get them in and out of the car to use the restroom. This also helps because in the age of COVID-19 I’m not very comfortable having my kids use public restrooms. If I can avoid it I will, and this makes it possible. Often I’ve used sippy cups, water bottles, or whatever I could find for my son to pee in. This makes it so much easier. It’s also cute so my son actually wants to use it and it doesn’t spill. It could be tipped upside down and it won’t come out. This is a great product. I would buy it again." —Emily

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in eight colors).

    28. A diaper cream spatula applicator for protecting your hands and nails from sticky, gloopy salves. Trying to apply greasy ointments to a squirmy baby and then get them into a clean diaper and — hold on one sec, little one! — you gotta go wash your hands but — dear god why?! — now there's projectile pee. Yeah, just get this spatula already.

    Blue silicone applicator with a person's presses finger pressing on the tip to show that it is soft and flexible
    Reviewer's holding the pink applicator over a jar of cream

    Find out why this parent is in "LOVE" with this spatula on TikTok

    Promising review: "Yes, it’s weird. I laughed (to myself) when I got one as a baby gift. Then my baby got her first rash and after wrestling a diaper closed with fingers covered in diaper cream I remembered this and oh boy what a lifesaver. It applies cream evenly and wipes clean. I now have two and will probably buy a third for the diaper bag. It’s also nice for people who have sensory issues or are new to diaper-changing. Yes it’s weird, but it’s also useful." —jp

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in five colors).

    29. A nifty car seat buckle release tool — which you may recognize from Shark Tank! — to make traveling soooooo much easier. This genius gadget easily unlatches your kid's car seat buckle without ruining your manicure, and it's also great for older adults and folks who struggle to apply enough pressure to the buckle. Even kids can use it to unbuckle their seats. (While parked, ofc!)

    the pink tool
    A parent unbuckling their child in the car seat using the tool

    UnbuckleMe is a woman-owned small business run by Becca Davison and her mother Barbara Heilman, an occupational therapist and grandmother of four.

    Watch this mom explain why this tool has been a game changer in this TikTok.

    Promising review: "As soon as I saw this on Shark Tank I bought it. It was exactly what I've been looking for since I started driving with my new grandbaby. Like the grandma in the duo that invented this, I have arthritis in my thumbs. Many times I have struggled to unlock the straps, almost to the point of panic. Because of the stay home orders here, I haven't been able to use my new UnbuckleMe with my granddaughter in tow, but I tried it out without her in the seat and it worked exactly as advertised. Can't wait to use it with my granddaughter!" —Margery Smith

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in five colors). 

    30. car video monitor if you want to feel like you have an extra set of eyes on your little. Instead of craning your neck trying to see them in the rear view mirror or having to pull over every 10 minutes to check on them, you can sneak a peak at the monitor. And reviewers rave about the night vision feature!

    Watch this parent's review on TikTok.

    PSA: Please keep your eyes on the road when the car is in motion.

    Promising review: "I saw this product on TikTok and knew I wanted to try it. I LOOOOOVE this product! I hate trying to use my rear view mirror to look into her mirror to make sure she’s okay. The quality of the video is great for the price, and I can easily see if my infant has spit up or I can see her mouth to shove a paci in if needed. I can see details like if her eyes are open or closed. The night vision isn’t too bad but not as detailed but you can see enough. But overall for the price, I would buy this product again hands-down." —Michael Giblin

    Get it from Amazon for $29.99

    31. baby nail trimmer because regular clippers are stressful for everyone involved. 😭 The sanding discs allow you to gently file their tiny nails, and the entire device is designed to be quiet so you may even be able to get away with using it while your tot sleeps. 

    reviewer's photo of the baby nail clippers set with attachments
    A gif showing how the baby nail trimmer works
    www.amazon.com, Chandni Reddy / Buzzfeed

    Promising review: "My toddler hates her nails being cut with clippers. I saw a mom on TikTok talking about this. Not only do I love this, but my toddler always wants me to use this on her nails." —M

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).

    32. Nose Frida Snot Sucker that'll help baby (and you because they'll stop crying!) find relief from a stuffy nose. Place the seal against their nostril to create a seal. Then gently suck to dislodge and remove the boogers from their nose. The things we do for our kids!

    The snot sucking kit
    Amazon

    Watch this parent clear up their baby's stuffy nose with this tool on TikTok.

    Promising review: "Best snot sucker EVER!  LOVE, LOVE, LOVE our Nose Frida. Yeah, yeah, it's gross sucking your kid's snot, but you know what's worse? A sick, miserable baby. Our pediatrician even recommended the Frida over those little blue bulbs. I can suck more junk out, and it's so much easier to clean and sanitize. There is NO WAY any boogies can get back into your mouth when you use this product. The gross factor Iies just all in your head. If you have a kid — order this! If you know someone with a kid — order this!" —Chelsea S.

    Get it from Amazon for $15.42.

    33. Or an Oogiebear nose and ear cleaner so you can scoop out dried boogies and earwax. It's slimmer than your fingers (and can fit better in the nooks and crannies) and won't go in too far.

    reviewer's photo showing the booger cleaning tool in a packaging
    A closeup of the bear booger cleaner tool
    www.amazon.com, Chandni Reddy / Buzzfeed

    Watch a parent clean their baby's ear with this tool on TikTok.

    Promising review: "This is a 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.

    34. A kids art frame for both 1) properly showing off your budding artist's latest creation, and 2) creating some hidden storage for your kiddo's growing oeuvre (so you don't have to throw away the stick figure family drawing your child just handed you when they hand you a new masterpiece in approximately five minutes).

    a reviewer's four frames hanging on the wall going up their stairs
    a reviewer's open frame showing multiple pieces of artwork inside

    Check out a TikTok of the art frames in action.

    Promising review: "Wish I'd known about these with my first kid, or my second. Now I'm on my third and our kitchen was littered with art projects. These were a great solution to clear out the clutter and make my kitchen look less like a kindergarten classroom. The frames store A LOT of art in them and each kid has their own frame and can decide which picture to put on display. Magnetic case makes it easy to open but stays shut when it's supposed to." —probooks627

    Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in seven colors and multi-packs).

    35. sleep-training alarm clock to help your little one learn that 5 a.m. is in fact too early for them to toddle into your room. 😫 The clock uses facial expressions and colors so your kiddo knows when it's time to get ready for bed and when it's time to wake up and start the day.

    a reviewer photo of the clock and the digital face is happy with the eyes open like good morning
    a reviewer photo of the clock and the digital face has their eyes closed like bed time

    Watch this parent share why this sleep trainer is one of their "best parenting hacks" in this TikTok

    Promising review: "My 2-year-old started getting up at 6:30 instead of 7:30 and was ready for the day. I saw this on TikTok, so I ordered it and explained to him how if Mella is red, we have to sleep, and when Mella turns green, it’s time to play. The first night, he sat up a couple times in the night and looked at it and laid back down. We’ve been using it for almost a week, and he stays in bed until it’s green without any crying or complaining, so it fixed my problem so fast! You do have to toggle the night light on to red if you want it in all night. You could choose other colors, too, but red and green worked well since he has a car seat with red and green stop lights, so easy connection. Anyways, I highly recommend it! He loves to check on Mella during the day and see if it’s asleep." —Mpt2

    Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in four colors).

    36. Some eco-friendly reusable water balloons if your family is looking forward to a lot of intense water balloon fights this summer but you're not excited to 1) fill those tiny rubber balloons (that always end up leaking), and 2) pick up all the shredded mess after the battle is over. 

    a reviewer with the set of five different colored water balloons
    reviewer holding the water balloons

    Promising review: "The adults in this house love water balloons but not the mess…plus with toddlers around, it didn’t quite make sense to have water balloons but we saw a random video on TikTok and HAD to find reusable water balloons to try out. These were the first ones we bought to try out, and WHOA we were blown away! Super easy too for the 2- and 3-year-old to use, which means more fun for all of us!! Do not think twice or continue with regular water balloons, you’ll waste precious time cleaning up and filling that could be used to make memories." —Taurus

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $15.99+ (also available in packs of 6, 12, and 16). 

    37. A moody reversible octopus plush to help your child express the big feelings (which are often hard to put into words) they're experiencing. 

    reviewer photo of a gray octopus plush with an angry face on it
    same reviewer's photo of the octopus plush flipped to show the pink smiling side

    Check it out on TikTok.

    Promising review: "I bought this for my daughter who absolutely adores this little octopus. She prefers the 'grumpy' side, which is just as cute as the happy side. It's easy to turn inside out and keeps its shape. Also, I was happily surprised it is larger than I thought. Definitely worth 5 stars!" —EmilyT

    Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in 44 colors).

    38. A snack spinner that'll help your child feel in control of snack time. Parents say it actually keeps their kids entertained and allows them to offer a variety of snacks without having to pack a ton of snack bags or constantly repeat what snacks are up for grabs.

    Reviewer spinning the container to reveal the snacks in each compartment
    Reviewer's child holding the container with various snacks in each compartment

    Check out a TikTok of the snack spinner in action.

    This is top-rack dishwasher safe.

    Promising review: "My 2-year-old loves it, he gets excited every time he pushes the button and sees it spin. He spins it, grabs a piece of strawberry, spins it again, grabs a blueberry; keeps him entertained. It’s easy to clean and compact for easy on-the-go snacks. Great product!" —Noe G.

    Get it from Amazon for $28+ (available in three colors).

    39. And speaking of snacks, a bag sealer so your fave chips don't go stale after your teen raids the pantry and forgets to close the bag properly. 

    reviewer holding the small grey bag resealer with hook on the top
    gif of a reviewer using the small grey device to reseal a bag of almonds and then turning it upside down to show it works

    Check out how this bag sealer works on TikTok.

    Promising review: "I love this little gadget. Believe it or not, I saw this on TikTok as an 'Amazon product you didn’t know you needed.' Since my older sons are on their own at college, they eat a lot of pre-packaged items. So, we got one for each boy as a stocking stuffer. They were actually excited to try them out, so the boys went in our pantry, opened new bags of chips and crackers just to re-seal them. Lol! It works pretty good for such a small device. The cutter even works so the bags that are mostly empty aren’t as big and don’t take up as much room. My husband wants one for our house now. Guess we’re getting another one." —Can7

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $15.99.

    40. A freezable teether pacifier for teething tots with sore gums. The cooling affect lasts up to 40 minutes.

    And it's dishwasher safe!

    Promising review: "My son started teething at about two months, and he would get so mad to the point his face would turn red and he would scream and cry and nothing would console him! I saw this on TikTok, and I knew I had to buy it. My son loves this! He wouldn’t want to eat, and I used use the binky frozen, and he then would eat and be my happy baby again. I will say only use this binky with supervision due to babies can open the top of it and get the ice cubes out and could choke. Other than that, it is amazing, and we are so happy we found this and bought it! I recommend this to all our friends with babies!" —Rigo

    Get it from Amazon for $11.19

    41. The cutest Smily Mia Penguin pacifier shaped like a breast and nipple to help baby self soothe while also saving you from having to retrieve and wash a dropped paci. It slides over their wrist and has a stem inside that's easy for baby to grasp.

    The purple penguin pacifier
    A baby sucking on the blue pacifier on their hand
    Amazon

    Check out this happy baby with the penguin paci on TikTok.

    Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and bought it quickly. It's easy for my baby to hold to clean and works for teething! Definitely recommend." —Brooklyn

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in six styles).

    42. An elephant bath sprayer if you've been using a cup to gently pour water on your bathing bub and have succeeded in getting water in their eyes every time. This hand-held shower head releases a soft stream of water that's easy to control — and the size allows it to be easily gripped by smaller hands if your child wants to take control.

    reviewer's photo of the bath sprayer
    a parent using the bath sprayer

    Watch this sprayer make bath time even more fun on TikTok

    Promising review: "If you have babies or toddlers this is a must buy! I saw this on TikTok and decided to try it out. I love this and my kids love this. My kids were so scared for me to rinse their hair and now that we have this they even want to do it themselves! I also just had a baby and she loves it as well! We have had it for a couple of months now and the batteries are still going strong....which if you have kids you know some stuff it feels like you can never get the batteries to last because they are always playing with them. I highly recommend this to every parent!!!" —Amber

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in five colors). 

    43. A Mattel Flushin' Frenzy game because potty humor is always fun. A dice roll determines how many times each player has to "plunge" the toilet and it's a surprise when the fake poop will eject. Grabbing the flying poop first results in tokens — and the person with the most tokens wins. 

    Reviewer's video showing them using the toy plunger to press on the toilet until the poop flies out
    The toy toilet with a plunger, a plastic poop, some blue tokens, and a dice

    Check out how to play this funny game on TikTok.

    Promising review: "My 5-year-old niece loves it! What can be said really? It's a game where you use a toy plunger to make a smiling rubber poop fly through the air to be caught for points. My niece, like many little kids, is going through a phase where anything related to poop is absolutely hilarious, so I thought this game would be just the thing for her. She loves it! The game is very easy to pick up for 4- and 5-year-olds, the components are well-made, and the poop is...oddly realistic, except for its smiling face of course. This is without a doubt the cleanest option for playing with poop on the market. Your kids'll love it." —Brendan Williams

    Get it from Amazon for $21.99.

    44. And the Dimpl  — a perfectly portable handheld toy with five colorful "poppable" bubbles that'll hold their attention and keep their hands busy in the car, at doctor's appointments, at the grocery store, etc.

    A child holding the fidget toy
    Reviewer's video showing the popping toy in action

    Check out a review on TikTok.

    This BPA-free toy is recommended for babies and toddlers ages 10 months+.

    Promising reviews: "I bought this toy for a long-haul plane ride (12 hours) with a 15-month-old child. It was the perfect toy as there were no parts to lose, and she loved it! It was just challenging enough to keep her occupied for small chunks of time. When we arrived at our destination, she continued to play with it. It's great for restaurants and at home. Once she pushed all the 'dimples' through to one side, she would turn it over and start again. It's also small enough to pop into a pocket or bag for transport. Excellent toy!" —EK

    "This toy is so simple yet very versatile. I'm a pediatric physical therapist, who works with infants with special needs. I bought this toy to use for work to keep babies busy and to use as motivation. I use it for tracking, motivation, teething, reaching, hand and arm strengthening. Surprisingly however, the older children I work with, many school aged with autism also love this toy! It provides wonderful sensory input and sensory stimulation but also acts as a perfect fidget toy for all ages. THE ONLY DOWN SIDE: This toy needs a strap!!! to hook onto strollers or diaper bags, so it doesn't get lost." —cmrvs

    Get it from Amazon for $12.89.

    45. A microwave s'mores maker so the whole family can enjoy this sweet and salty treat sans smoke and bonfire. 

    Watch how you can make s'mores in seconds with this device on TikTok.

    It's super simple to use! Just fill the water reservoir, put your s'mores ingredients on the tray (up to two of them), and pop in the microwave for 30 seconds. The marshmallow and chocolate will heat at the same time — leaving you with one delicious treat. 

    Promising review: "This is a very cute gadget. I saw this on a TikTok and fell for it lol. I'm glad I did. My kids and I have so much fun making instant s'mores. They're done in about 30–40 seconds with literally no cleanup. The marshmallow doesn't melt over so you basically can just run hot water over it to remove a few crumbs from crackers and be done." —Shawna G.

    Get it from Amazon for $12.99.