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1. A leave-in conditioning spray for helping reduce the amount of time spent fighting your curly-haired and tender-headed tot when you say it's time to brush their hair. This spray is great for adults too and harnesses the hydrating, reparative, and detangling abilities of vitamin B5, jojoba oil, keratin, and more.
Reviewers say this spray will leave wavy or curly hair (from 2a–4c hair) shiny, soft, and bouncy.
Promising review: "This is a lifesaver!! My 2-year-old has very curly hair and has never had a haircut. He used to cry and fight me when I would comb out his hair while using conditioner. Now I can do it so much faster with no tears. It forms lovely curls, smells fantastic, and I can use it on my child with straight hair too. I am going to start using it on myself!" —Kat
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
2. And a detangling brush if hair brushing typically triggers the tears 😭. Not anymore! This brush has special silicone bristles that are designed to gently separate knots without pulling and breaking strands.
Reviewers swear this brush works on all hair types: straight, wavy, or curly (from 3a–4c hair).
Promising review: "Brushing my hair without pain has been a lifelong struggle. As a young girl I would get into screaming matches with my mother over her brushing my hair and we would practically have to empty a bottle of detangler spray to get me through the experience — still with gritted teeth. So naturally, I was extremely skeptical of a brush that claimed it would detangle knots with no pain. I have rarely seen a product that is so accurately advertised. I am in absolute awe of this brush. What is usually an hour-long chore to brush out my hair with lots of tears took five minutes and was completely painless. I have used the brush in the shower and on dry hair and it really makes the process quick and painless. I would absolutely recommend this hairbrush to anyone and everyone. It is very lightweight and durable." —Barbara Rosenthal
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in seven colors and in packs of two).
3. A pink cleaning paste so you can restore your walls and dressers quickly and easily (and with one product instead of a whole arsenal!) when your little ones go Baby Picasso on your furniture with a permanent marker.
Check out a TikTok of The Pink Stuff in action!
Promising review: "LOVE THIS. My kids colored all over our very light walls and I was tired of spending hours scrubbing with Magic Erasers. The Pink Stuff has made our walls look perfect again. 🙌🏼 A definite need for anyone with kids. This has saved me so much time and it does a better job than anything else I’ve tried!" —Allee Murphy
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
4. A durable folding board that'll spare you from having to fold — and then inevitably refold — your shirts, sweaters, dresses, and pajamas. You'll fly through that laundry pile so fast you might even have time to sip a hot mug of coffee and watch a show while your little one naps.
This is the full-size version, which works best for adult clothes. If you're trying to save time folding kid's clothes, check out the mini version.
Promising review: "I try to fold my shirts neatly, but I'm always a little off and it takes a long time to do it by hand. Really enjoying this folder; it saves me half an hour every time I fold laundry :)" —Bo
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in four colors).
5. 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."
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 $58.99 (available in four colors).
6. A 10-quart slow cooker because...duh! Instead of torturing yourself by picking recipes that require monitoring three different pots and pans with very specific cooking instructions, yoss everything into a slow cooker, turn it on, and come back in a few hours to dinner that's ready to serve.
7. And a pack of disposable slow cooker liners for 1) cooking different recipes at the same time, 2) reducing your overall cook time, and 3) saving yourself from having to wash a huge stack of dishes.
PS: They also come in handy with dishes going into a water bath (think: cheesecakes, custards, and puddings).
Promising review: "We constantly use our crockpot for easy meals. I'm a teacher and my husband is a firefighter, and it's just easy for our family of five. No real cleanup. I toss the bag in the trash after use and will just run a wet rag around the inside of the pot for good measure. Never have a problem with holes or burning." —Ashley Matthews
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $3.48.
8. Plus a Dawn dish spray if post-dinner dishwashing is a time-consuming affair. Just spray it on your dirty cookware (looking at you, "nonstick" skillet that everything sticks to), let it sit, and then rinse off. That's it! No scrubbing necessary.
Promising review: "This product is the bomb!! I use this all the time and it truly has cut my dish washing by half. I put the lasagna pan in the sink, give it a good spray all around, let it sit for a bit, then rinse and wipe it down. Now, I will be honest and tell you that it is not a miracle spray — it's not going to get every last bit of baked on food off of your pan. What it does do is take off the majority of it and then with very minimal scrubbing you are able to clean the rest off. For pans where it is not quite so crusty, then it does indeed rinse it clean after letting it sit for a bit. I wish it had a bit of a nicer scent, but that's my only complaint." —Barbara A. Daugherty
Get a bottle and three refills from Amazon for $17.50.
9. A bleach-free, no-scrub weekly shower spray so you can reclaim your weekends instead of spending half the day soaping up and rinsing down your shower. Just spray, rinse it clean the next day, and you'll be amazed to see those hard water stains on your shower door are *poof* gone.
Promising review: "Here it is, the single most time-saving cleaning product we have. I waited until everyone finished with showers then sprayed the cleaner on to the walls, floors and shower doors. Later that night I sprayed it off and watched the soap scum, grime spots, and water lines wash off and leave clean white tile walls (the kind I've spent too long trying to maintain...too no avail.). The solution has a mild odor so do be prepared to open a window, but the result was astounding. It cut through everything on the walls and floor, aside from some deep grout stain but the ease of spraying, leaving for a few hours then spraying off has renewed my hope in one day having a day off that does not include rubber gloves, sore knees, and shirts soaked in Clorox. A time saver that is a lifesaver!" —Jordan Wyatt
Get it from Amazon for $19.54+ (available in two scents).
10. An eyeliner stamp that'll take approximately 30 seconds to apply. One end is a triangular stamp for the wings, and the other is a felt tip to connect the wing to the inner corner.
Promising review: "Where has this been all my life?! 😂. It saves me sooo much time when I have to get my daughter’s dance makeup on. I used to struggle to make both eyes even. This literally takes me 15 seconds an eye. Suck a great time saver!" —Vic
Get two from Amazon for $14.97 (available in three sizes).
11. A microwave pasta cooker to save the day when PTA meetings, one kid's after-school soccer practice, and another kid's debate competition threaten to ruin your family's nightly tradition of eating dinner together.
Read our Fasta Pasta Microwave Cooker review!
Promising review: "My kids like to eat pasta and this thing has saved so much time. I used to have to boil water and then start cooking the pasta. With this, I just put in the pasta, add water, and put in the microwave for about 12 minutes. I have cooked all types of noodles in this thing including bow tie pasta, elbow pasta, and spaghetti. My kids love getting their pasta a lot quicker. The container is easy to clean and I have washed it in the dishwasher. This is a game changer and I am glad that it is in my kitchen toys." —Garrett
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
12. And on the topic of microwaves, a microwave veggie steamer because you can't be bothered to boil a large pot of water just for a single serving of veggies for your hungry toddler. This steamer has a 2-cup capacity, so it's great for anyone who's cooking (or steaming) for one.
Promising review: "I love fresh vegetables but hate having to cook up the whole batch and store. This little microwave steamer worked out even BETTER than I could have imagined! I use it almost every day now. I can break off a few stalks of broccoli, cut up a some asparagus, carrots, steam it in the microwave for 3–3.5 minutes and I have a wonderful serving of mixed fresh veggies anytime I want. I love it! It is small, so if you're feeding a family, look for something bigger along the same lines. It's easy to clean, and it seems sturdy enough for the dishwasher, but I hand wash it because I had a microwave steamer that got warped after a few runs through the dishwasher. Would definitely buy again." —terifrancis
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
13. A pack of sink extenders for encouraging your toddler's growing independence *and* saving you from having to stop whatever it is you're doing to hoist your 25-pound nugget to the sink to clean their hands.
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.
14. And speaking of more independence, a cereal and snack dispenser if you're over being woken up early on a Saturday morning because your child needs your help reaching the Froot Loops.
Check out a TikTok of the cereal dispenser in action!
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).
15. A Revlon hot air brush so you can dry, style, and volumize your hair with one device. This'll take them from wet, tangled, frizzy hair to a sleek and shiny blowout in minutes.
The brush has special vents that allow air to flow so hair dries faster. Plus, it's quicker than using a dryer and then a flat iron or curling iron, which equals less heat damage.
Promising review: "I bought this for my teen who constantly straightens and damages her hair. I tried it first AND KEPT IT...then bought her one! We both love it. No need for a straightener. Just 13 minutes from out of the shower to dry AND straight." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $39.87. If you've tried barrel-shaped hot air brushes before without success and have tighter curls or coils, they may want to try the paddle brush version, which reviewers with 3a–4c hair swear by.
16. A Roomba that'll do the dirty work for you. It has smart sensors that adjust to your home's unique cleaning needs. And thanks to its powerful three-stage cleaning system, you'll be saying, "cya later" to pet hair and sneeze-inducing dander. It's compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa so you can start the cleaning with a simple voice command.
Promising review: "For the price, this has turned out to be an amazing vacuum. Such a time saver and little helper! Moves seamlessly from carpet to hardwood and throw rugs. It’s amazing what it picks up, even after using my better upright; which I tested in the beginning. Now I use the iRobot in between my weekly main cleaning. It does its job and I can do other things. And I have a cocker spaniel." —AgilityK9Mom
Get it from Amazon for $284.99.
17. 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!).
UnbuckleMe is a woman-owned small business run by Becca Davison and her mother Barbara Heilman, an occupational therapist and grandmother of four.
Promising review: "My son is 5 years old and while he does amazing getting himself in the car and strapped into his car seat, he struggles with getting out! He tries so hard to push the crotch strap buckle in but just can’t do it! I stumbled upon this on one of my late-night Amazon scrolls and remembered ads I had seen before! After a couple practice tries together, my son can independently get himself in and out of his car seat! He loves that he can do it alone and I love the time it saves me! Will make kindergarten drop off go so much faster/smoother! Thank you!" —Ali
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in five colors).
18. A compact under-desk bike because a morning ride or a post-work gym trip aren't fitting in your schedule right now. Spin while building spreadsheets, answering emails, and even taking conference calls. It offers different resistance levels and is a great way to get in a workout during your regular 9 to 5.
It works with desks as low as 27 inches. If you're tall or you have long legs, you can still use it while working from the couch.
Promising review: "Really perfect for me. I have averaged about 50 miles per day and have lost four pounds in one week. Really well built and totally silent. I'm 5'8" and I do have to sit in a low chair but it works well and I do computer work and talk on the phone while burning about 1,000 calories a day! You can't beat that. I was looking at more expensive solutions but I won't look anymore. Completely satisfied." —Phil
Get it from Amazon for $169.18 (available in a height-adjustable model).
19. Some elastic no-tie shoelaces for kiddos, older adults, people with mobility issues, and anyone else who wants the look and security of regular laces without the hassle of tying and untying shoes. They're designed to be snug enough that you can run and hike in them, but also stretchy enough that they won't rub on sensitive areas or cause hot spots.
Promising review: "Love everything about these — packaging, quality and saving me time with a kindergartener!" —Ronna Beal
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in 9 sizes and 14 colors).
20. A Souper Cube if weeknight dinners take you no less than an hour and a half to make (and that's not counting cleanup time!). This silicone freezing tray stores perfectly portioned soups, stews, sauces, and more so you can meal prep in bulk over the weekend and then freeze it in these trays. It's so easy to quickly grab them as needed and defrost them for an easy meal.
Each tray has four fill lines — 1/2 cup, 1 cup, 125 mL, and 250 mL — which is ideal for people who like to portion their food.
You may remember Souper Cube from Shark Tank (Lori invested in the company!). This small business was started by four friends who loved soup but hated food waste.
Promising review: "These are great! No more wasted food. I love how the frozen rectangles of broth, for example, can just be chunked in the pot with some meat and rewarmed very quickly. It’s been a real time saver. They are well made, silicone, and dishwasher safe." —Ruth & Roger Tolbert
Get it from Amazon for $19.95.
21. 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.
The slide's capable of holding up to 50 lbs.
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 $17.43+ (available in four styles).
22. A 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.
23. Or a larger fruit and veggie divider to quarter multiple grapes at once!! Parents swear this thing is so convenient because it easy enough and safe enough for their kiddos to use — and the little ones find it fun to use too!
Check out a TikTok of the fruit and veggie divider in action!
Promising review: "If you have toddlers, get it — especially if you're on the fence. I needed something for grapes, blueberries, blackberries and other small fruit and veggies we go through so much. My breakfast was getting cold long before I was done cutting fruit for two toddlers. Most cutters only do one grape or berry, but this one can do several grapes and a small handful of blueberries. We will definitely be getting a lot of use out of it in this house." —Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.89.
24. Plus a reviewer-beloved veggie chopper because you *could* chop the produce in your fridge by hand or you can let this do the work for you.
Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food and it has a generous container." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three colors and two styles).
25. A moisturizing hair treatment for a quick burst of hydration during the 5 minutes you have to shower each morning. In just eight seconds — eight! — it starts working to leave your mane feeling silkier, softer, and smoother after washing.
Promising review: "The scent could use an improvement but this stuff works amazing. Could feel the difference as soon as I finished using it. Makes straightening much easier and faster. Hair does not feel weighed down at all. My hair is pretty dry from getting blonde/gray highlights. This helps calm the frizz, and my hair feels light. I don't have to spend a lot of time straightening. Would definitely recommend!!" —alejandro
Get it from Amazon for $9.97.
26. 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.
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 $16.99+ (also available in packs of 6, 12, 16, 18, and 20).
27. A quick-drying mesh bath toy storage bag so post-bath cleanup is fast and easy. It works like a scoop — so just skim off your kiddo's toys and then hang the bag on its hook. Water will drip right through the mesh into the tub!
Check out a TikTok of the bath toy storage bag in action.
Promising review: "We’ve had this for about three months and the suction is great. We haven’t had it fall even with kids who tug and yank on it to get their toys out. It also makes bath time cleanup so much easier, and I love how it air dries the toys without much work on my part." —Molly
Get it from Amazon for $12.97.
28. A pancake batter mixer with a built-in BlenderBall wire whisk that'll 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.
Promising reviews: "This is the best breakfast invention after the waffle maker. LOVE IT! As someone who makes pancakes or waffles three to four times a week (my kids are pretty spoiled, but breakfast is key to getting through the first part of the school day), this is the easiest and fastest way to get that done. I just add everything to the bottle, shake, and pour into the waffle maker or griddle. When I am done, just add some water, shake again, empty, and then place everything in the dishwasher." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $16.75+ (available in two colors).
29. A microwave steam cleaner to melt away the baked-on crud that's clung to the sides of your microwave since, well, we're not exactly sure how long it's been there but suffice it to say it's been awhile.
Promising review: "Something I didn't believe until I tried it. So easy to follow directions, written on Angry Mama. Was disappointed when I opened the microwave to see the filth still on it. Was wishing it would magically taken care of itself. But all it took was a quick swipe with a paper towel and GONE. Loosened everything, which is half the process. My microwave was sooooo white once cleaned!! Would buy as gifts." —JDesmond
Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in four colors).
30. A breakfast sandwich maker because you can enjoy a sausage, egg, and cheese without a lengthy or expensive trip to the drive-thru. The fact that fast food chains stop serving breakfast at 10:30 a.m. is...just...😡
Promising review: "It is perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and 'fast' meals. I fix bacon in the microwave, and it cooks the egg, melts the cheese on bagels, English muffins, hamburger buns, and other round breads. If I had one with squares I would make sandwiches like grilled cheese and ham. It can even cook a round omelet!" —Bonita
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in six colors).
31. A set of three reusable silicone air fryer liners for anyone who's avoiding using their air fryer because of how time consuming the cleanup process is. Well, not anymore! These liners catch all the sauce-y, sticky, crumbly bits so you can make all your fave (but messy) recipes without a second thought about how annoying cleaning will be.
Promising review: "I bought these because I was tired of cleaning the whole air fryer container. These were bought on a whim for both mine and my boyfriend's parents, who each have an air fryer. They work great, keeping all greases and crumbs inside, and make it easier to clean. The only bad thing (and this may just be me) is the ridges/ripples on the bottom of the inside of the liner. When you try to wash it in the sink, don’t put the stream of water right on those unless you want to take a small bath. Other than that, these are fantastic. My boyfriend also says that it seems to make everything crispier, and we love that." —Jordan Hixson
Get a set of three from Amazon for $7.99 (also available in a two-pack).
32. A Mighty Handle if your hands are literally and metaphorically full. This lil' gadget can help you carry multiple bags at once without straining your hands so you can make as few trips as possible from the trunk to the fridge.
Promising review: "I have saved a lot of time and energy unloading groceries from my SUV. I would always have to make multiple trips back to the SUV, but now just one or two trips. This device is sturdy. As long as you divide the weight of the bags evenly there is no issue carrying large amounts of groceries at one time." —Crystal
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $13.95.
33. A color-changing aloe vera lipstick so your five-minute makeup routine isn't derailed by trying to find a complementary lip color. It magically adjusts hues depending on your temperature and your lip's pH, and leaves behind a subtle sheen and a hydrating finish.
Promising review: "I’m so happy with these! They smell SUPER nice and clean. It goes on clear and smooth, is decently moisturizing, and it’s not overly greasy. It gave me a nice pinkish reddish tone like my lips are two shades darker, and I love it! It looks very natural and perfect! PLEASE keep these in stock, I want to keep these forever! I applied once hours ago, and also applied a different clear lip balm over it later on, and I still have color even. It seems to last so long even through eating and drinking. It doesn’t smudge off and looks so cute! I’m so happy with these! I love the smell and the color so much! Much better and longer lasting than a lipgloss I had!" —Lin
Get it from Amazon for $3.99.
34. Some Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning stamps that'll keep your bowl smelling fresh between deep cleans. The stamp releases the cleaning gel, which foams and cleans your toilet.
Promising review: "We have hard water and three boys who 'forget' to flush the toilet. I thought I would give this a try to see if it would help keep the toilets cleaner. I am AMAZED at how well this works! Absolutely love this and how much time it has saved me from multiple toilet cleanings a week!" —Holly
Get six stamps from Amazon for $4.67.
35. A Contigo spill-proof tumbler to make you say, "Sure, here you go sweetie!" with confidence whenever your child asks for their cup without you fretting about having to spend precious time cleaning up after them.
Promising reviews: "Great cup for kids and saves money and time not cleaning up spills." —Michelle Bouknecht
"The holy grail of sippy cups!! This cup is THE BOMB! No leaking, easy to clean. My 18-month-old, who wants to do and have everything like his 6-year-old brother, loves this cup! Both boys use them. Not too babyish for my older one and easy enough that my little guy can use them, so we now have four of them! I’m sure a couple more are in our future! And the price is great." —shoelover
Get it from Amazon for $10.16+ (available in 11 prints).
36. And since we're talking about mess-free drinking, a pack of dishwasher-safe silicone pouch lids because 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...which you now have to clean). 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.
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: "These not only keep your babies from biting down on the tips of pouches and hurting themselves but they wouldn’t be able to squeeze them out as well! I’ve saved so much time cleaning up messes now. I’m tempted to buy more in case my irrational fear of losing one happens." —Fatima Matba
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five color combos).
37. A beanbag chair for storing all your kiddo's stuffed animals *and* providing a comfy place to sit. That's right, you can unzip it and store toys inside. Bye bye clutter!
Promising review: "Love this product!! It’s durable, washable, and saves me a lot of time arranging all the stuffed animals on my son's bed. He also enjoys sitting in it and watching TV! 👍🏻" —Kelli lubitz
Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in 2 sizes and 12 colors).
38. A Ninja 12-in-1 double oven if you're cooking two different meals one after the other. This life-changing gadget (it seriously changed *my* life) allows you to cook two meals (or a main and a side, two sides, etc.) at different temperatures and for different lengths of time = you can cook fish and veggies (for you) in one section and chicken nuggets and tater tots (for the picky eater) in the other. GENIUS!
When I first read about this product, I thought it was cool but not something I'd get a lot of use out of. I'm only cooking for two people and we're eating the same meal. This seems better for busy parents. And it's pretty bulky to use it only as a toaster. Boy did I underestimate this double oven! Case in point: Recently, I planned to cook a chicken and broccoli sheet pan dinner, and I also really wanted to use the curly fries in my freezer — but the two dishes needed to bake at different temperatures. Before this double oven came into my life, I would've put both trays in the oven at the same time but suffered through soft, slightly soggy fries (instead of fries that were perfectly crispy and crunchy) because I was too impatient to cook them separately and I didn't want to burn the chicken and broccoli, which needed to cook at a lower temp. I've also used this compact oven to cook things like garlic bread, because 1) it takes forever for my regular oven to preheat, and 2) using the regular oven makes my kitchen really hot, which doesn't seem worth it for two measly slices of bread. The list of things you can do with this oven could fill a book, so I highly recommend checking it out to learn more!
Get it from Amazon for $299.99+ (available in two colors) and Ninja for $329.99.
39. An allover bib so post-meal cleanup is a breeze! This genius waterproof covers both your bub and their highchair, saving you from having to constantly wipe down their clothes and the tray table. Reviewers love this for BLW, which, as you probably know if you're in the middle of it too, can be messy messy messy.
Promising review: "This is the BEST bib we have found, especially for baby led weaning. Even our family and friends rave about it. It makes cleanup SO easy and fast. We bought two so we can let the dirty one hang dry in time for the following meal while we rotate." —Ashley Malinowski
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in five colors).
40. A set of crib sheets that'll save your back and your baby's sleep (which also affects yours!) when they have a blowout and you need to change their bedding. QuickZip sheets come in two parts: a base that fits under the mattress and a zip-on crib sheet that comes off easily — seriously, you just unzip it — so you only need to switch out the zip-on sheet rather than wrestling with a mattress and fitted sheet each time.
41. A truly ~egg-celent~ rapid egg cooker to whip you up an omelette (or soft-, medium-, or hard-boiled egg as well as poached eggies) without you ever having to dirty a pan. Reviewers even use it to steam frozen dumplings!
Promising review: "Compared to having to boil water and then place eggs one at a time into the water without them breaking on the bottom of the pot, then waiting for the water to come to a boil and waiting another 12 minutes for them to cook, this compact, handy little appliance takes all the hassle out of that. It's a huge timesaver and made perfect, easy-to-peel, hard-boiled eggs in about 15 minutes. It even has an alarm to let you know when they're finished. This product is even better than I expected, and it inspired me to write this review, and I believe it's only the second review I've ever written on Amazon." —Agar65
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in eight colors).
42. A set of reusable wool dryer balls because you don't have the time or desire to dry the same set of sheets multiple times. These'll prevent your linens from tangling in the dryer and emerging as one damp ball.
Get three from our Goodful shop for $14.99.
43. Or a set of wad-free pads from Shark Tank for keeping your bedsheets from tangling in the wash. You can also use them to keep socks paired so you don't mysteriously lose one in the Bermuda Triangle that is your dryer.
Wad-Free is a small biz that was launched during the pandemic. Cyndi Bray, the founder, learned CAD (computer-aided design) to create the pads.
Promising review: "No more tumbling sheet-burritos in my dryer. Saves time and money by drying faster and not wadding up in a big ball in the dryer frying the outside and damp in the middle. Use for top and fitted sheet and you don't have to worry about the tangled mess ever again!" —Randi
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
44. A pair of sweeper slippers if you want to clean the floors as you walk around your apartment. They pick up dirt, dust, pet hair, your hair, and more with each step.
45. A set of oven liners so you can prevent future messes and catch crumbs before they burn and get baked on. We both know the chances of you actually cleaning the oven are, well, slim, so the least you can do is get yourself a pack of these and save yourself the mess.
Promising review: "I got tired of cleaning the bottom of my oven out after every drip and spill, or running the 'oven clean' option, which uses up so much energy and makes my house HOT during the process. I used to have foil on the bottom of the oven to help with spills, and that improved things greatly — but then you have to replace the foil after a while. I had to cut them to size, which was easy to do with a simple pair of household scissors. Then I placed them in the oven (they look nice!), and I waited for it to get messy. I cooked something super messy and finally needed to clean the liner. It was SO easy; I put it in the sink and used my sink sprayer and everything immediately slid right off the liner. No problem! I have a double oven, so I was glad this pack came with more than one. I have one in each oven and one on standby in case I need it. I know that having a dirty oven isn't the worst thing in the world, but if it matters to you, try these!" —Hpg
Get a set of three from Amazon for $11.99.
46. Some Sock Ons that'll sit over their sock, preventing them from kicking or tugging off their socks, thus saving you the annoyance and of hunting the house for the lost sock.
These are designed for ages 6–12 months.
Promising review: "These are a game changer! Sadly I only discovered these with my third child, but now that I have found them, they’re a baby shower staple. These little guys are fantastic at keeping baby socks on! They don’t slip off, the elastic doesn’t cut into baby’s foot, and the colors are cute too! When our little guy stretched his 0-6 month pair out, we went ahead and sized up to get through the rest of the winter sock-wearing months. As someone who put my other two kiddos in footie pajamas whenever possible just to avoid losing socks, I cannot say enough positive things about these. Buy them, buy them now!" —Jess M.
Get it from Amazon for $7.74+ (available in seven colors/styles).