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1. A Whiskware pancake batter mixer if you have a chef-in-training who loves to help out in the kitchen. As a parent, I know that extra ~help~ can lead to an extra big mess. But this bottle will allow your little one to mix and pour batter without a mixing bowl or spoons, and without getting batter all over the counter and their clothes.
You can even store leftover batter in the bottle and store it in the fridge.
Promising review: "Kid friendly. Love this. My kids make waffles on the weekend. Really easy for them to use! And no messy spills or ladles with batter drips everywhere. Love! Highly recommend!" —Sonia Flavia
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two colors and two pancake art kits).
2. The Pink Stuff, an all-purpose cleaning paste, that'll save the day when your little Picasso feels inspired and decides to draw on your walls. This stuff works like magic and can be used on floors, stove tops, countertops, sink, tubs, and so much more.
Promising reviews: "I saw this on TikTok and had to try it. Being a mom and a babysitter, we have the occasional crayon or marker on surfaces it is not supposed to be. This takes it right off without a ton of elbow grease. I also used it on my converse today. They were covered in dirt and grass stains from doing yard work and now they look brand-new. This stuff is a lifesaver!" —TammyC117
"If you’ve ever got lipstick on anything you know how hard it is to remove. My 4-year-old loves makeup and thinks she the next Picasso. This stuff removed it with only rubbing it over it. No scrubbing at all. I’m completely sold!" —Anastasha
Get it from Amazon for $3.29+ (available in four sizes).
3. A stain remover so when your kiddo's fave shirt ~somehow~ gets messy, you won't have to panic. It can remove grass, oil, and even blood. And even though it's tough on stains, it's bleach-free and gentle on clothes.
Promising review: "This is the best stain remover I have ever used! I wish I would have found it years ago! My daughter is 6, and I can't think of how many stains this product hasn't gotten out for us, even old set-in stains that I thought were hopeless. A friend turned me on to this stuff, and now I will never go without it! A must-have for anyone with kids." —Lauren Ruffin
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in eight sizes).
4. A faucet splash catcher because when kids wash their hands they will most likely leave behind a puddle around the sink. This catcher will soak up water so you don't have to keep wiping it up.
Hustle Sew Shop is a small biz based in Saint Helens, Oregon that specializes in quality handmade goods with personalized options.
Promising review: "This product is awesome! I have four kids who take care of the dishes after dinner each night and to say they are messy would be an understatement! This little water catcher has solved the puddle that used to surround my faucet at the end of each night. Thank you!!" —cadencewilliams2
Get it from Hustle Sew Shop on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in six colors and four sizes).
5. A set of toy hammocks so you can finally get your little one's Build-A-Bear collection under control and off of the floor. These stretchy organizers will make it easier to convince your child to put their stuffed animals away since these are way better than putting their beloved stuffy in a dark toy box (Mr. Cuddles would approve).
Promising review: "I really love these hammocks. My kids always have their stuffed animals laying all over their room and this just takes care of the mess but still keeps them visible so we can all be happy. Holds quite a few, and definitely holds up well. Very sturdy!" —Holli Wagner
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.87 (available in six colors).
6. And a bath toy organizer to wrangle your child's ever-growing collection of boats and mermaids. Not only is this great to keep toys organized, but it will also store them so they can dry easily.
Promising review: "My grandkids (4 at present) always shower after being in our pool all day before heading home to bed. They used to have toys all over my shower. They love this organizer in the shower as I placed it at their height and they have access to all of their toys! I LOVE IT since now it's not a mess all over my shower when they're done as they also enjoy placing their toys in the provided pockets! Win Win." —April L.H.
Get it from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in three sizes and pre-stocked with toys or by itself).
7. A Contigo spill-proof tumbler because it's one of those leakproof cups that will ~actually~ prevent juice from getting all over your little one. Even if your kid shakes it while holding it upside down, not one drop will drip out.
Promising review: "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, we now have four of them! I’m sure a couple more are in our future! And the price is great." —shoelover
Promising review: "I was skeptical that these were ACTUALLY leak proof. After all I have a toddler, they can make literally anything leak or spill. I have been through sooooo many cups trying to find ones that will not leave a puddle of water behind when it's left in its near permanent horizontal resting place on the floor or break or pour when my son inevitably bashes it onto the hardwood floor. The only liquid that comes out is what is left behind in the top of the straw after he drinks from it, which there is nothing you can do to even fix that. These are magnificent! They are easy to clean but then again I only use these for water so thicker liquid or drinks that tend to spoil may be more difficult to clean out. Overall this is the BEST cup I've come across when it comes to capacity, functionality, and most importantly ACTUALLY NOT LEAKING!" —Ashley
Get it from Amazon for $8.98+ (available in eight colors/prints).
8. A drywall repair kit that will patch up holes and dents easily if your kid is going through their Spider-Man stage and trying to climb walls. If your wall could use a little TLC, this kit comes with an all-in-one tool that'll help you apply spackle, smooth, and sand to get rid of imperfections you're little one leaves behind.
Promising review: "This spackle is so handy! Much easier and faster than opening a regular container of spackle, then finding a putty knife to use and sand paper. Everything you need is right there. I filled probably close to 50 small holes and nicks from kids throwing toys, etc. in less than 15 minutes. Would definitely recommend this." —Michelle Smith
Get it from Amazon for $6.98+ (also available in a two-pack and four-piece set).
9. A TikTok famous toothbrush holder and toothpaste dispenser so you can avoid a mountain of toothpaste from accumulating around your sink. And, it mounts on the wall so it frees up space on your counter — it's a win-win.
This includes a toothpaste dispenser, four cups and holders, and a place to store your toothbrushes.
Promising review: "To All MAMAS: A TRUE MUST-HAVE from a mama who KNOWS!!! Every household with kids should have this thing, actually EVERY HOUSEHOLD, REGARDLESS! No more finding toothpaste everywhere but down the sink drain, no more throwing half a tube away because of lost caps. Insert your favorite brand in the dispenser and voilà! Simply press your brush against lever and a perfectly portioned dollop every time. When it’s time to rinse, grab one of the four cups that are hidden in the top and bottom of this little masterpiece. Rinse your brush, open the storage compartment, hang brush, and shut lid! Bristles are covered and protected from the wide array of germs that like to inhabit bathrooms." —Jen
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three colors).
10. A fun foam soap dispenser attachment that pumps out soap in the shape of Mickey Mouse so your kiddo will actually want to wash their muddy hands after playing outside. And this can be attached to your choice of soap!
Mouse Delights 3D is a small business offering Disney-themed items.
Promising review: "Such a cute idea, and my son loves it! Goes well with our Mickey themed bathroom." —Sarah Copeland
Get it from Mouse Delights 3D on Etsy for $9.99 (available in 40 styles including Minnie Mouse, and three bottle types).
11. A pair of kick mats to protect the back of your car seats from mysterious, tiny shoe prints that ~magically~ appear. I'm adding these to my cart because I just got a new car, and it won't look new for long if I don't get these ASAP. I mean, what it is with kids kicking the back of your seats?
It fits most sedan, SUV, and minivan seats. They buckle on using two elastic straps.
Promising reviews: "Definitely needed these! My son who just turned 4 is constantly kicking my seats and with a dirt driveway, mud is a huge issue. These were so easy to install and I don't even notice that they are there, but they definitely protect the seat from my little cowboy's boots. I love my boy to pieces and I definitely recommend these kick mats. Must-have item." —Mary
"These kick mats are so much better than the ones with pockets. My kids do not pull on these as much. They are easy to install and stay nice for a good long while. The stay flat against the back of the seat and protect the seats from dirt and footprints. We bought these for both of our cars!" —Rainier Pinca
Get a set of two from Amazon for $18.59.
12. An activity table and storage bin combo for your Lego-obsessed kid that leaves plastic bricks all over your home. Now your little builder will have an area to create masterpieces and a place to store all of their Lego pieces.
13. Printable PDF cleaning cards if you've implemented chores yet your child is barely getting any done. These cards allow you to jot down what your kiddo needs to clean so they can easily check off chores and stay on track.
FYI: This file comes with eight cards in various colors. And once your print these out, you can laminate them so they're reusable!
Practical Perfection 8 is a small biz that sells items to keep your home clean and organized.
Promising review: "This is perfect for my children, they carry them around when cleaning and everything gets done the first time." —Kimberly Lewis
Get it from Practical Perfection 8 on Etsy for $3.32 (originally $3.50).
14. A book rack to prevent that large pile of your little one's fave books from somehow ending up all over the floor. Speaking from experience here, this organizer is way easier for kids to use than a traditional one. It makes putting books away simpler since little ones can just slip them in, and they can find books faster (no need to pull them all out) because the covers are visible.
Promising reviews: "Great for the price and much easier to assemble than ikea furniture, it went together super fast. I keep board books for my 19-month-old in this. He can take books out and put them back by himself (unlike using a regular bookcase, which would be a total mess with a toddler)." —Rebecca LeFevre
"Just want I was looking for! My son was pulling all of the books off of our cube shelf onto the floor so this was the perfect solution. He can reach them all and is less inclined to make a big mess. It won’t fit too many thick board books but it will fit a lot of average size thinner kid books. Super easy to put together, took me maybe 20 minutes by myself. Love it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $27.93+ (available in five colors).
15. Bissell stain-lifting pads because wherever there's a kid, a mess is usually not far behind. With these pads, you can remove stains and splatters easily. All you have to do it place a pad on the mess you want to disappear and stomp on the pad to activate it. Then, leave it for 30 minutes and when you peel it away, the stain will be lifted away!
Promising reviews: "These saved my carpet! My kids had tracked in mud that I thought we were going to have to live with until we replaced the carpet. I’ve tried other things, but these worked like a charm to pull up the stains, and they are EASY!" —Melody
"If you have kids and carpet, you should keep these handy always. I love these! I recommend leaving them for a full day. It will make the rest of your carpet look bad... lol." —K. Sloan
Get a pack of 20 from Amazon for $27.49.
16. A personalized apron for your little artist who likes to create messy masterpieces. This super cute apron will protect their clothes when they're helping out in the kitchen or while they're crafting.
FYI: When you're checking out, make sure to add a note to the seller. Include what you'd like embroidered on the apron, font style and color, as well as the apron size and color you would like. All this info can be found in the description section.
Shop Sophia Rose is a small business based in Miami, Florida.
Promising review: "The apron is SO cute, exactly what I wanted, nice quality, and the lettering is clear. My granddaughter loves orange, so I'm expecting her to be happy! Seller was extremely helpful as I forgot to include J's name in the order. I was contacted immediately and was able to give her the info. The apron arrived well before I needed it. I would definitely order again." —Ginny
Get one from Shop Sophia Rose on Etsy for $13.94 (available in nine colors, two sizes, and various font options).
17. A no-slip bowl attached to a placemat, so your messy eater won't be able to tip over their food. This attaches with suction cups on tables to reduce spillage. And (!!) it's dishwasher- and microwave-safe!
Ezpz is is a woman-owned biz that creates developmentally focused, minimalist tableware for little ones.
My colleague Chandi Reddy uses this for her toddler:
"What do you do when you're big on letting your toddler self-feed, but are also a clean freak? Not gonna lie, watching my toddler 'explore food' aka throw his meal, bit by bit, on the floor like it's his full-time job has been an emotional rollercoaster: from 'OMG, he ate his meal like a boss' to 'Sob, it's going to take an hour to clean up that mess.' This mat/bowl combo was the perfect solution. It suctions nicely to our dining table and does a great job of staying put, saving me from hours of cleaning up my toddler's food-related messes. Wish I had this with my first baby!"
Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in five colors).
18. A car trash can if your ride is usually filled with empty water bottles, candy wrappers, and things you can't even identify. This will keep your car litter-free. I added a trash can to my car last year, and I'm happy to report that my kid no longer thinks the floors of my vehicle are dumping grounds — it's a miracle!
This straps on the the middle console.
Promising review: "This has made a huge difference in the state of my car's inside. My kids were always throwing their garbage on the floor of the car. Now, there's no excuse. I put a plastic grocery bag as the liner and then just tie it up and throw it out when it's full." —Alissa Olawski
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes).
19. A unicorn beanbag cover that actually doubles as sneaky, hidden storage for stuffed animals. Cleaning up that sea of stuffed toys on their bedroom floor will be a breeze because your little one will want to put them away to transform this cover into a cozy beanbag chair.
Promising review: "Bought it to help with the mess of plushies all over the place and man it is a space saver. No more messes, and doubles as a seat for my daughter. She drags this everywhere to sit on it or jump. So far is holding the abuse quite well." —Ivan P.
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 12 styles).
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