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39 Parenting Products From Amazon Our Readers Are Loving So Far In 2024
From toys to gadgets to household cleaners — these were top sellers from our parenting posts for a reason.
1. A set of simple fidget toys that don’t pop, buzz, spin, or otherwise annoy a teacher and classmates. If your kiddo needs to fidget, this simple, squish-able cube can help relieve stress, help some kids focus, or can be a fun sensory experience. Adults love it, too!
2. A perfectly *mystical* color-changing packet for fire flames in case you want your kids to think you’re a legit WIZARD. Just sprinkle on a fire and watch the flames magically turn colors. Reviewers love how long it actually lasts and how much fun it makes bonfires!
3. An inflatable pool that is a must-have for warm-weather fun. This pool comes with a bench and two cup holders in case you want to beat the heat, too, and it doesn’t take up a ton of space. Crummy weather? Bring it inside and fill it with balls for all weather-use!
4. A deck of waterproof Uno cards because this family favorite game has ALWAYS needed to be more portable. Bring it to the beach, camping, by the pool (really anywhere where your Uno cards could use a little more preservation) and enjoy some risk-free family bonding — until your previously precious bundle of joy slams a Wild Draw Four at you and war is on.
5. And a deck of waterproof cards that are great for bath time, water play, or simply for the kid that puts everything in their mouth. These cards are completely waterproof but still shuffle well and dry easily.
6. AND a fan-favorite card game reviewers say brings tons of laughs and family bonding. The game is easy to pick up and only takes 10 to 15 minutes to play, meaning you won’t get locked into a never-ending loop of climbing a certain ladder and then falling down a certain shoot for 45 minutes. 💀
Dolphin Hat is a small business whose mission is to create easy-to-learn games that are fun for the whole family!
Promising review: “Fun for the whole family! Even my 5-year-old granddaughter learned it with no problem and can win!” —E/A
Price: $9.84
7. A book with drawing prompts for any budding artist. This book is especially great for kids who love to draw but might not always know what to draw. It’s also small enough to fit in a purse or backpack, making it a great travel or waiting room companion.
8. A SunPrint kit that allows you to create art using ordinary objects, water, and the sun. Simply put a 3D object in the kit, expose it to the sun for a few minutes, rinse it with water, and get instant artwork! Kids and parents love the simplicity as well as the creativity in choosing what to SunPrint next!
9. A sunscreen applicator to make applying sunscreen SO much less *dramatic.* Just fill the applicator with sunscreen of your choice and let the soft sponge apply it rather than your sandy hands while you’re trying to wrangle your slippery octopus child.
10. A bug bite suction tool that helps relieve the itch from bug bites. This tool is a quick, easy, and compact way to keep the itch from bug bites manageable or even remove them completely if used quickly.
11. A set of dustless chalk perfect if you’re a person who hates the sound, feel, and mess of chalk. These come with convenient chalk holders and can be used indoors or outdoors without the dreaded *screeeeeeech* of chalk or the chalk handprints on hands, doors, or clothing.
12. A sturdy set of plastic-free plates perfect for any toddler who asks for seconds like Thor. Plus, these plates are both microwave- and dishwasher-safe, making mealtimes much less stressful.
13. A set of refrigerator storage bins to finally make grabbing snacks a seamless process rather than a high-stakes game of “Will I knock over literally everything?” Ah, I can feel the relaxation entering my soul already.
14. A meal planning notepad that’ll help you feel totally in control of meals rather than staring at the inside of your fridge wondering what the heck to do with all of those loose ingredients. Meal planning is easy once you get the hang of it, and this notepad will help you create a plan and a grocery list at the same time. Plus, it’s magnetic, so you can hang it on the refrigerator and point to it when you get your seventh “What’s for dinner?” of the afternoon.
15. A Yonanas fruit soft-serve maker to keep the ice cream coming without the dreaded sugar crash. Reviews LOVE how delicious the treats are and report their kids loving it more than ice cream! And with the soaring cost of ice cream, this thing will pay for itself in no time.
This is an awesome buy for kids with food allergies since many ice creams are manufactured on equipment with other allergens and dairy-free versions of ice creams can be very expensive. As a parent of a kid with food allergies, myself, I know how important it is to help our kiddos feel as included as possible.
Promising review: “I was extremely skeptical but my kids love fruit so I thought I would give this a try 1) following a friend’s recommendation and 2) figuring if I didn’t like it the kids probably still would. We tried it today for afternoon snack and it really did seem as though we were eating blackberry soft serve ice cream! I have four children ages 10, 9, 5, and 3 and they all loved it. My husband tasted it and asked if I added milk or sugar — NOPE! The only negative thing I have to say is I didn’t freeze enough bananas! Today I threw a dozen in the freezer along with raspberries, peaches, and blackberries. We can’t wait to try some of the recipes using peanut butter. We’re so excited about this machine and all the possibilities! I highly recommend this product!” —Karen Rodriguez
Price: $38.99+ (available in six colors)
16. 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 to help 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: $14.99+ (also available with pancake art kits)
17. A set of reusable grilled cheese toaster bags because sometimes they — or you — want a grilled cheese, and you don’t have 10 minutes to grill it to golden brown perfection. Just put the sandwich in, toast, and enjoy! Afterward, be sure to wash for your next perfect sandwich.
18. A strong and easy-to-read clean/dirty magnet for the dishwasher because it’s much more pleasant than screaming, “IS THE DISHWASHER CLEAN OR DIRTY??” Just turn the dishwasher on, flip the magnet to ‘clean,’ and make space in your memory for whatever new word your kid is saying. (“I’m sorry, did you just say ‘skibidi'”?)
19. A food storage lid organizer to avoid the nightmare of knocking over Mt. Lid-rest every time you’re just trying to save some leftover pizza.
20. A freezable snack bag because it can keep snacks cool for hours. Just pop it in the freezer the night before and you can keep snacks and a small drink at a safe eating temperature. Some reviewers even used it to keep breastmilk cool on-the-go!
21. A pair of comfortable headphones that parents love for their durability and low-tech simplicity. These headphones are designed to work with a variety of non-brand-specific devices, so you don’t have to carry around four sets of headphones for different tech items.
22. A set of on-the-go games for long car rides, plane trips, or — thanks to a carrying clip — a long wait for an appointment. These cards have fun game ideas to keep kids occupied and entertained and give you one less “I’m so boooooooooored.”
23. A set of reusable puffy window clings — AKA the MVP of quiet play. Need a few minutes of peace at home, on a plane, as you try on clothes, or basically anywhere with a window or mirror? These underwater friends are so much fun to stick and peel off with zero residue. Get ready for a new diaper bag staple.
24. 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!
25. 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.
26. A set of parachute toys because there is something inexplicably fun about throwing things off the stairs and watching them float down. This classic toy has been updated to stay tangle-free, meaning fewer frustrating episodes of trying to untangle a woebegone parachuter as you also try to keep your cool.
Promising review: “I bought these for my 4-year-old nephew and 2-year-old niece for when they come to visit. Right out of the box, they were excited and loved tossing them up in the air and watching them fall. I was amazed as to how long it kept their interest and the different ways they played with them. They dropped them off the stair landing, off the couch, in the yard and held them behind them to expand as they ran. My niece liked ‘dancing’ with them and twirling it around. Good colors and very well made. Hours of fun and the best $7 I ever spent on a toy!” — hiker0811
Price: $8.99+ for a four-pack (also available in camo)
27. A pair of kid binoculars that’ll take your little explorer to the next level. These 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.
28. A toddler-friendly, at-home scavenger hunt for fun discovery and play with your little one! Each game includes 40 prompts for finding ordinary things around the house. Your toddler will love exploring, and you’ll love helping them gain confidence when they successfully find each object!
30. And a clay bead jewelry-making kit for making friendship bracelets and other creations for DAYS. Stringing jewelry is not only fun, it’s great for fine motor skills. And with literally SIX THOUSAND beads, it’s going to last.
31. An adorable mushroom night-light that’ll instantly turn any room into Pixie Hollow. This whimsical light brightens and dims based on natural light — meaning your child won’t be absolutely blinded by their night-light every time it’s on.
32. An interactive bath toy for keeping splashes to the *other* side of the bath. It’s as simple as scooping water and watching the water travel through the pipes, but there is something mesmerizing for kids and adults alike. Plus it grows with your kiddo as they can figure out how to place them to make sure the water travels through.
33. A bottle of detangling spray to help turn nightly detangling cryfests into a quick and easy process. This leave-in conditioner is hypoallergenic, all-natural, and gentle — plus it smells amazing.
34. A bathtub splash guard so that your little one has a place to play without buckets of water spilling all over your floors. Your soaked jeans will thank you.
35. Horizontal Parenting, a book with tons of ideas on how to keep your kids entertained while you’re in your favorite position: finally lying down for a hot second. No shame in bonding with your kids and resting at the same time — it’s called multitasking.
36. A touchless forehead thermometer to measure your little one’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+ (available in two colors)
37. A stain remover spray that gets out virtually any stain AND doesn’t use harsh chemicals — making it the perfect choice for sensitive-skinned babies and toddlers. Reviewers love how easy it is to use and the wide variety of materials it can be used on — including clothes, rugs, and furniture.
38. A clear gel adhesive for keeping things firmly in place even when you have a cruiser that’s excited to explore every nook and cranny of your home. A little goes a long way in keeping your favorite knickknacks in place. It’s also a great buy if you have a cat who loves to knock things over and kids who are definitely not looking out for glass.
Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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