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1. A touchless forehead thermometer to measure your little's temperature in seconds. Since there is no contact and a vibrating feature for quiet measurement, this thermometer makes it easy for you to sneak in to take the temperature and ease your nerves without waking your sleeping child. It's also significantly easier to use than many of the forehead thermometers out there.
Promising review: "This is a great thermometer — accurate, looks great, a must-have! If you have kids, forget about sticking a thermometer in their ears. I have four kids now and a thermometer is a must-have. Hold this thing close to the forehead, push the button in, and you get a reading in about one second. This thing looks good, feels good, and is accurate. We’ve used a number of thermometers in the past. The head scanner that you run across the forehead...no good. In-ear thermometers...accurate, but expect a battle. Rectal thermometers...very accurate, but expect a war. This is the easiest one out of all of them. We find it especially useful when we need the quick 'I don’t feel that great' check...i.e., man cold. Overall, highly recommend!" —BearDownChi1
Price: $19.99
2. A leave-in conditioning spray and restorer for curly hair so those oh-so-cute baby curls stay curled, but the bedhead stays mild. This spray is also delightfully paraben, phthalate, gluten, wheat, and nut free for those worried about chemicals or certain food allergies.
Reviewers say this spray works on a wide range of curls to detangle, soften, and hydrate.
Promising review: "This is the BEST product EVER! I will never use another hair detangler ever again. We use this product daily in my house, my daughter, my son, and I. Both of us girls have long and thick curly hair and it allows us to brush through our hair with no problems! And my son mostly uses it to style his hair before gel, and because it smells so good! We tried a few products from Walmart, Ulta, and Target, and nothing was good enough. This is now on my subscribe and save every month!" —Tamira McLelland
Price: $7.99
3. And a detangling brush to save you from the daily and nightly battle of the tangles. If you're tired of dreading the ordeal of brushing hair, it's time to take control of the situation with this awesomely-reviewed brush. Plus it works on all types of hair — from straight and fine to thick and curly!
Promising review: "Finally...a brush my kids will actually use! We have two girls, both of whom are under 10 and have long hair. The crying and screaming we've always gotten during hair-brushing time has been out of control. I saw a recommendation of this brush somewhere online so I took a chance (less than $20 for a chance of no more tears? I'm in). Flash forward to a few weeks later...we've gotten a second brush, because my youngest wanted her own. They both now spend ages brushing their hair, enjoying how soft it feels and how easy the brush goes through tangles. The little one actually asked me to brush her hair last night...just because she likes how it feels. I am beyond thrilled. If you have a kid who struggles to let you brush her hair or get out tangles, GET THIS BRUSH! You will not be sorry." —L. Clark
Price: $11.99+ (available in ten colors and in two-packs)
4. A three-pack of adorable floating shelves that can add some much-needed storage without sacrificing that nursery aesthetic you worked so hard for. They also make perfect, easy-to-reach bookshelves for little hands.
5. A self-sealing toothpaste cap that will finally prevent your kids' toothpaste from being a sticky, messy disaster area. It also portions out toothpaste with a gentle squeeze and saves your counter and your nerves from toothpaste stick everywhere. Literally where has this been for eternity thus far? I, for one, am ready to live in the future.
6. A set of Magna-Tiles that are one of the gold standard of kids' toys. Kids are able to create amazing buildings, fun designs, and even take them outside for play on a magnetic garage door! Magna-Tiles are great for almost any age and can inspire years of creative play.
7. A pack of TikTok-famous Crayola Globbles you can hurl against a wall and slowly roll back down without leaving a sticky residue! Because there is something so satisfying about sticking things to walls, these are fun for adults to play with, too!
8. A sight word Bingo game perfect for any kid who loves games and might not love homework. Play is proven to be the best way for kids to learn and this game takes the stress out of learning for even the most reluctant of kids. It's just like the game we all love, but it uses sight words instead of numbers. Get ready to have a little fun yourself!
Promising review: "Getting my daughter to do sight words has been a nightmare lately, she pretends she has no idea what anything is and refuses to sit down and try. But, with this game, she wants to play for hours!!! I give her two cards and we all play together as a family, she thinks it is the best game and it really is helping her learn her sight words!! Finally something that gets her excited about learning!!" —Rebecca
Price: $16.55
9. A batter mixer and dispenser with a BlenderBall wire whisk that will save you from all of the reasons you don't want to make your fan-favorite pancakes — dishes and mess. You can make your batter right in the dispenser and the BlenderBall will get the clumps out all in one go. Then just squeeze and be on your way! This is also an awesome way to get your little — or not so little — one in the kitchen helping out.
Promising review: "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
Price: $13.24
10. A stroller fan for keeping your littles cool during the hot summer months. This small, battery-operated fan has a flexible tripod clip for keeping it secure and has three speeds, which is perfect for when you've had enough of the heat and cool yourself off for a change.
11. A sandwich cutter and sealer perfect for your Uncrustables-obsessed kid who refuses crust on their PB&J. With the rising cost of groceries, these can help ease the burden of picky eating — plus they're fun to use!
Promising review: "These have been a GAME CHANGER in this house!! My son has always begged me for Uncrustables but my wallet didn’t agree with them. I LOVE being able to make them at home and customize them to exactly what they would like them filled with! I make two weeks' worth of sandwiches at a time and store them in sandwich bags in the freezer so in the morning during the school year we can just grab and go! Love them!" —Katherine Smaczniak
Price: $16.96 for a pack of three shapes
12. A set of low-profile corner protectors that will help protect your little mover's head from spills, but will help you feel like you're keeping your adult aesthetic. Give yourself some peace of mind knowing that these protectors are durable, sticky, and effective.
13. An amazingly ridiculous Silly Poopy game because if you can't beat your kid's love of bathroom humor, you might as well have fun with it. Simply hide the poopy and your kiddo can follow the flatulent clues to find it! Plus it's easy enough for your kids to play by themselves while you take a moment to sit for once.
14. An LCD writing 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.
15. A pair of kid binoculars that will take your little explorer to the next level. These kid-friendly binoculars are durable, easy-to-use, and will delight kids of all ages. There's something so fun about binoculars for kids and, who knows, maybe they'll be just as excited to see hummingbirds at the feeder as you are these days.
16. A carpet spot remover to clean carpet and upholstery quickly and drama-free. Reviewers praise how effective it is and how quickly it works! Good-bye juice stains, hello peace of mind.
17. A grape cutter so efficient, it'll quickly cut grapes for your littles under four. Grapes are considered a choking hazard for a surprisingly long time and although slicing them for lunch might not take too long, trying to get through a bunch for a party or if you have a little grape-monster can really get tedious. This grape cutter is also *grape* for tomatoes and other small foods.
18. And a watermelon slicer and cutter that will finally make watermelon significantly more worth it. When my kids ask for watermelon, I have to make sure I have the the mental capacity for fighting with a giant melon. Thanks to this tool, all you'll have to do is insert and pull out along with perfect cubes. Get ready to be the watermelon hero.
19. A set of easy-to-clean, colic free baby bottles because literally all other baby bottles have too many stinking parts. These BPA, phthalate, and PVC bottles come in a swoon-worthy THREE parts. Honestly just that is enough for me because cleaning five different small parts with three different brushes just isn't OK.
20. A seriously fun — and seriously well-reviewed — card game that the whole family will enjoy playing together. The premise is simple — just slap matching cards — but things get wild fast and they'll love playing it at home or with friends!
21. An adorable and hilarious singing and dancing cactus toy that's just ridiculous enough to be funny and diverse enough to be educational. On top of 120 recorded songs that the cactus sings and dances too, it can also record and repeat things that you or your child say!
22. A soft-serve maker that turns frozen fruit into an ice cream-like treat in minutes! If your kiddo is as obsessed with ice cream as mine is, this handy gadget will help you serve fresh fruit in the texture kids — and adults — love. You can play around with flavor combinations for a fruity concoction, or try your own pineapple whip every single day. The possibilities are endless!
23. A safe and sturdy car seat that will grow with your kid from infancy to toddlerhood. This car seat has an impressive safety rating and is an investment that will keep your baby safe for a long time. I have an older version of this exact seat and my almost 4-year-old is still happily and comfortably rocking it.
24. An OK-to-wake clock that will become your favorite product for more sleep. This programmable clock is one color at night, then switches to green when it's OK to get up — allowing your little one who can't tell time visual cues rather than coming up to you to ask if it's time to get up yet. Goodbye to waking up terrified from a toddler breathing 2 inches from your face, hello more minutes of precious sleep.
25. Or this sound machine and OK-to-wake clock to help sleep train your little. There is also a nightlight mode or a blackout mode, depending on how dark you like the room. This light turns yellow 15 minutes before it's time to wake, signaling to your little that wake time is coming. It also pairs with Bluetooth in case you have your own favorite white noise for those middle of the night feedings.
26. A set of beautiful building blocks that are not only fun, they also teach colors and shapes. Your kids will love building with these blocks and the light projection when the sun shines through them is sure to delight them. These are the blocks kids know and love with extra wonder thrown in.
27. An indoor play set because weather is always unpredictable, but that shouldn't stop your kids getting that unending energy out. This three-piece Montessori structure has a number of climbing options and can even convert into a slide, allowing your kids to be creative while having a blast. Getting kid energy out is so key to a happy afternoon — let this play set help!
28. A leakproof lunch box that is 100% worth the hype. These lunchboxes keep each food separate so that even after jostling around in a backpack, lunch won't be a soggy, jumbled up mess AND you don't have to waste so many sandwich baggies. They're also compact enough to fit in almost any lunch bag, so you can kick brown paper bags to the curb for good.
29. A mealtime booster seat that will keep your kid secure AND happily able to reach the table. Both of my kids were desperate to get out of the highchair and boosters were LIFE. This one folds up and sets up easily, can be transported easily, and keeps those wandering toddler feet from getting up and running around. Take back mealtime!
30. A 10-pack of amazing bath crayons that are my — and over 6,000 people who gave them 5 stars — favorite bath toy. These crayons wash off easily with a cloth and turn bath time into a creative art session! Your little one will love trying out those art skills and wiping their creations up over and over.
31. And an adorable nonslip bathmat to help keep bath time safe AND cute. Your kiddo will love the bright colors, you'll love how much it reminds you of the dot candy from childhood. Either way, it's a total win for everyone.
32. A classic furniture scratch cover that has been around for years as the gold-standard of furniture protection. Old English works on almost any type of sealed wood to protect from scratches and liquids. Has your toddler already shown no respect for your wood coffee table, floors, cabinets — basically all wood in your home? This polish also restores furniture to make the blemishes less noticeable. Go ahead — get that nice wooden table for YOU.
33. A grocery store pretend play set because there's no time like the present to prepare them for that Sunday afternoon grocery bonanza. Pretend play has so many developmental benefits for kids — from problem-solving to empathy-building — and this set has everything they'll need. While you can pair it with the Melissa and Doug grocery store, it works just fine with a play kitchen, a box, or on its own.
34. A baby-safe stain remover that will best any blow-out, spit-up, or sweet potato mishap your baby can throw — or drop, or smear, or explode — at it. Many stain removers use tons of chemicals, but this gentle remover gets incredible results without dyes, perfumes, bleach or other chemicals that might be too much for your baby's sensitive skin. No more mourning the loss of yet another cute outfit to yet another messy mishap.
35. And a Tide To Go Pen — the gold standard of on-the-go stain maintenance. Restaurant ketchup mishaps don't stand a chance.
36. And this smoothie and slushie maker for making kid-friendly beverages without the fuss — or too many dishes. Simply pop it in the freezer overnight, pour in the juice or liquid, and squeeze the cup until you get the consistency you want. Fun beverages for the win!
37. A can cover to protect that carbonation when you set your fancy seltzer down to attend to a kid but don't want to lose that sweet refreshment. This is also a great option for a kid that wants something to drink, but forgets to finish the whole thing. They also protect from spills! Saving your enjoyment one sip at a time.
38. An animated, dancing Bluey that will finally let you feel like you measure up to Bandit and Chilli. With over 55 phrases and hours of Heeler fun, let your kids play along to Bluey's favorite games — including "Statues," "Dance Mode," and "Copycat." Get ready for those kid giggles that only Bluey can provide.
39. An outdoor water slide that is the ultimate warm weather splurge for big kids. This 15-foot water slide comes with floats to slide on an actual drop — which is way more interesting than a regular slide. Even if the weather is getting cooler where you live, now is the time to stock up for when warm weather pops up again unexpectedly!
40. An interactive 100 Words book that will help your kiddo with word recognition, speech development, and vocabulary acquisition with the press of a few buttons! This fun book has three different modes and includes English and Spanish or English and Chinese for an extra boost in learning.
41. A pack of ceiling fan pull chains so your littles (and you!) can easily remember how to turn on fans at home. No more guessing which cord to pick when you have these helpful tools on hand!
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