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1. A set of picture frames that allow you to add your children's artwork while saving yourself some valuable refrigerator space. These frames use elastic straps to keep previous works of art in them as well. Let these frames make your child feel like the impressionist artist they are.
2. An inclusive postpartum recovery kit that will make you want to do a happy dance, even if what's going on *down there* prevents you from actually dancing. This set gives you an upside-down peri bottle — the real MVP IMO — disposable underwear, ice pads, cooling liners, healing foam, AND a storage case. Forget prepping all of those postpartum padsicles — leave it to the experts and cozy up with your new best friend: cooling foam.
3. An LCD writing tablet and doodle pad to create fun pictures without the need for crayons and paper. My kids bring these along on car rides and love drawing and practicing writing. I love how little space they take up. They're also great for restaurants and doctors appointments since they store easily in a backpack or diaper bag.
4. A basketball hoop clothing hamper that is a clear slam dunk. Get ready for blissful organization by giving your child a fun reason to put their clothes away. There's nothing quite like being able to turn a chore into a fun game.
5. A set of disposable placemats for when you're on the go and need a clean place for your baby or toddler to eat. These placemats have an adhesive backing that sticks to the table and has fun designs and activities for something to do while you're waiting for food. When you're done, just unstick them and toss them, saving you the mess and headache.
6. Or a set of silicone placemats for catching all those spills and messes that are bound to happen. These placemats are grippy to help keep them from sliding around, are dishwasher safe, and can be used over and over. Since it comes in a two-pack, you can also throw one in the diaper bag to pull out at restaurants, giving your toddler a clean place to get their food anywhere and everywhere. Go ahead and dance a little for one less mess.
7. A kitchen helper stool that keeps your little kitchen helper safe and secure. My youngest loved "helping" in the kitchen far before she was old enough for a step stool and a kitchen helper was such a relief. I would also move it over to the sink so she could "wash" dishes while I sat down and watched. These stools make it so much easier to cook with kids around and will not only give you peace of mind, but save you from saying "No no no no!" as you chase down a toddler with cookie dough hands.
8. A sound machine and night-light combo that connects to your phone for optimal control. Parents sing its praises because of the many different sounds to choose from, adjustable volume and color, and the easy-to-use app. With customizable schedules, this light can double as a wake-up light as your child transitions to the big-kid bed — saving you from the jarring 5 a.m. two-inches-from-your-face whisper "can I get up yet?"
9. An adorable reading bench and bookcase for furniture that's cute and functional. This is a great option if you're a bit tight on space, but still want to incorporate a reading nook into your kid's room.
10. And a loft bed if you're really looking to save space. Along with opening up floor space, this bed includes a storage shelf perfect for stowing toys, books, or whatever collection your child is into today. And bonus! It's considerably less expensive than most loft beds out there AND can be used for any age. I recently got my daughter this exact bed and have been amazed at how much more fun her room is now!
11. A magnetic responsibility chart you'll love because it's customizable based on whatever your kiddo is ready to start doing. From loading the dishwasher to simply saying "please" and "thank you," this chart can grow with your child and your family.
12. A kid-sized indoor trampoline that includes a handle bar to help young kids hold steady. Can you picture it? Your toddler, rife with energy, wanders over to the trampoline. They jump. They jump again. They keeps jumping. You — stay with me — sit. Just revel in that dream for a bit and then click "add to cart."
13. A play yard that can be used indoors or outdoors to keep your little one safe and secure. My daughter loved going outside and playing with blocks before she could walk. This playpen kept her safe, off the cold concrete, and happy outside. Although large, it's portable so you can bring it to the park, sports matches for older kids, or over to a friend's house.
14. A three-wheeled scooter for zooming those zoomies right off. Scooters are hugely popular with the toddler crowd and it makes sense: they're easy to use, can go fast, and are genuinely fun. This particular model has a large brake in the back to help develop braking skills and lights up for additional toddler swagger. Scooters are my kids' number one outdoor toy of choice and I recommend them to anyone who needs help getting energy out.
15. A cute straw cup that will keep those drinks cold for hours. If you have ice-obsessed kids like mine — or if you just want to not worry about temperature control — these cups are for you. They are also BPA-free, dishwasher-safe, and sweat-proof!
16. A sturdy diaper pail that keeps both the smell and the number of trips to the garbage down. Unlike other diaper pails that waste plastic by wrapping each diaper, this one keeps them all in the same bag while still keeping things odor- and hands-free.
17. A portable high chair and booster perfect for when you travel to a home that's not as kid-friendly. These seats hook right onto a sturdy table, are portable, and clean easily. They also ensure that your child can eat securely and your friend's home (or your own home) isn't terrorized by cheesy fingers running through the hallway.
18. A *magic* detangling and conditioning spray that will save you from long combing sessions and tears — both yours and your child's. It works wonderfully on all types of hair, smells great, and keeps hair and curls frizz-free. And — bonus — it goes a long way and is inexpensive.
19. An adorable hair accessory organizer for anyone ready to relive the glory days of their youth and pass on timeless style to the next generation. Nostalgic? Sure. But it will also save you from an explosion of bows every time you open a drawer. And in typical Caboodle ~fashion,~ it can be used for other things once your child refuses any and all bows.
20. A set of travel utensils with a carrying case perfect for stashing in the diaper bag for when you're out and about. You never know when a spoon is going to fall on the ground and suddenly the ice cream isn't the only thing melting down. Enter a set of handy travel utensils! Now you can enjoy your ice cream and the sweet feeling of success.
21. And a set of silicone straws for out-of-the-house straw emergencies. I have straws stashed in my diaper bag and they come in SO handy for allowing my kids to drink out of bottles that are definitely not kid-friendly. These straws are color changing and perfect for when two kids are sharing the same drink but NEED different straws. Wide-mouth chocolate milk bottles – you have no power here.
22. A pool that is large enough to splash around in, but can still fold away in the off-season. Fully inflatable pools are super impractical — they seem to pop instantly and need to be replaced every summer. This pool is large enough for more than one child and is durable enough to last for awhile. And if you're feeling the need to relax poolside, it's large enough for an adult. Take it from someone who lives in an exceptionally warm climate and doesn't have a pool — these are an invaluable parenting resource.
23. And a sprinkler so they can have fun in the water for those days you don't feel like filling a pool. There's nothing quite like the laughter that comes from running in the sprinklers and this one delivers on the fun without the fuss. You'll be glad you provided a low-maintenance hot-weather activity!
24. A toddler-sized table and chair set to be used for eating, crafts, art time, tea parties — you name it! Toddlers love having a space of their own, especially when it looks so much like a grown-up space. This set comes in handy when moving from a high chair or booster to the freedom of a regular seat! It also comes in handy when you're trying to save your beautiful dining room table from stray marker ink.
25. A set of pacifier clips that double as a teething ring. I love any item that does double duty, but something that keeps a baby who is bored with the pacifier busy WHILE saving the pacifier from dropping to the ground is a huge win.
26. A portable sound machine you can throw into the diaper bag and take anywhere. I love the versatility of portable machines and used one exclusively with my first kid. It was so easy to pack with the portable crib or to grab if she needed soothing. Enter the freedom to nap anywhere!
27. A fun dinosaur soap dispenser that's perfect for helping little hands get soap without your help. My youngest child refused to try pumping soap by herself and, TBH, those pumps can be a hard skill to learn. Ever since getting this dispenser she gladly washes her hands and I have the sweet feeling of victory.
28. And a faucet extender to help your toddler feel a taste of independence and help save your hands from quadruple the washing. This thing helps your little one reach the water with ease and without needing to be hoisted up like a sack of potatoes. May your back rejoice!
29. A bottle drying rack that actually accounts for the MILLIONS of parts it seems like bottles have. Most bottle racks let you figure it out on your own. This one has shelves for each part and even takes pump parts into account! As a parent, give me all of the easy organization.
30. A bath-time fishing set with toys that won't collect mildew. This is a fairly simple toy, but my kids have been happily playing with it for literal years. All pieces are fully plastic — so no crevices for hidden mold to dwell in — and they transfer well to the pool for warm weather fun.
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