From sharing toddler stories that end with “you just can’t make this sh*t up” to exchanging parenting-related product recommendations, a lot goes down in the parent sphere of TikTok. But even if you don’t have the app, here’s a little cheat sheet to what TikTok parents swear by.
11 Products for Parents
Keep reading for 11 products for parents that make the whole “raising humans” thing a teensy bit easier. As always, the prices listed may fluctuate over time.
1. Ztl Gyro Bowl
If only they had these when we were kids! The Ztl Gyro Bowl is an ingenious invention designed with toddlers (and their ever-enthusiastic snacking) in mind. At first glance, it kind of resembles a dog toy (maybe it’s the coloring?). Please don’t hold that against this product and its clever anti-spill design. The bowl uses an inner bowl and outer ring to rotate 360 degrees, which means less mess and significantly fewer spills.
2. Toddler Faucet Extender
With the extender, young kids can reach the faucet better while also minimizing those spills, splashes and puddles that you inevitably end up cleaning up. And thanks to its cartoon-esque leaf design, it can also be a great learning tool of sorts to introduce kids to washing their hands—dare we say, it can even make washing your hands FUN?!
3. FridaBaby NoseFrida Electric Nasal Aspirator
From the same company that makes “the snotsucker,” the FridaBaby NoseFrida Electric Nasal Aspirator is a must-have in every parent’s arsenal. An electric version of the original, the FridaBaby NoseFrida Electric Nasal Aspirator uses electric-powered suction to vacuum out babies’ boogers. It also features a neat little distraction light to calm kids with squirmy tendencies, giving them something bright to focus on while the parents do the dirty work.
One BedBathAndBeyond.com user wrote, “I love the original but it is not something that is easy and enjoyable to use lol. This is much better than that.”
Buy at Bed Bath & Beyond for $44.99.
4. Bug Bite Thing
Here’s how it works: It’s a reusable suction tool that vacuums out insect venom, saliva, stingers and other irritants under the skin. It works on all kinds of bug bites, including mosquitoes, bees, wasps, biting flies, no-see-ums, chiggers, sea lice and more.
5. Purrble Calming Toy Companion
Are you running on the fumes leftover from a couple of weeks’ worth of sleepless nights? Yeah, that’s called parenthood. Part of it, of course, just comes with the territory, but there are a few things you can do to help your baby or toddler sleep better—so that ultimately, you can sleep better.
The 4.5-star Purrble is an amazing, kid-friendly sleep solution that puts children to sleep easier by teaching them how to self-soothe (making it great for anxiety and stress management in kids, too!). Purrble’s heart races and only slows down to a gentle purr when your kid holds and pets Purrble. By calming Purrble, children learn important life lessons about calming themselves and soothing themselves to sleep.
6. Accmor Formula Tower
There’s so much potential here. The Accmor Formula Tower isn’t just for giving a baby formula from a bottle. Each of the four tiers is independent and stackable, making this one of the most versatile baby accessories in your diaper bag. Put as much powder as needed in each layer so that you can carry four potential feedings while on the go or stack each compartment full of kid-friendly snacks: cheerios, oatmeal, candies, fruit and more.
7. Backseat Car Organizer
One reviewer wrote, “Due to my job and hobby, I practically live in the back seat of my car with my kiddos. This organizer has been a life saver in my mission to keep the little ones happy and entertained while I work.”
8. Baby Bathing Hat
If you’ve ever tried to bathe a child before, you know how difficult it can be. Not every kid likes baths per se, and others are very concerned (and very sensitive) when it comes to soap getting in their eyes. You have to love a product that’s equal parts functional and hilarious.
Enter the Baby Bathing Hat—a water-resistant bonnet that looks like a bathtime rubber duckie. This kid-friendly, adjustable shampoo shield fits kids’ heads sizes six months to 12 years and, most importantly, protects their eyes while they get their hair washed.
9. Brilli Baby Cup Catcher
TikTok loves this! That’s because the Brilli Baby Cup Catcher (which you can also use to tether toys to a high chair) is quite brilliant. If your tot is guilty of throwing or dropping their bottle three, four, five times per meal, then you’ve got to get this snazzy little silicone gadget. One side adheres to their high chair (or another surface) while the larger end wraps around their bottle or toy. Next time they throw or drop, the item won’t hit the ground, which saves you a heck of a lot of time bending over and picking up. #Lifesaver!
10. Baby Shusher The Sleep Miracle Sound Machine
11. JellyCap Universal Drinking Cap
Throw it in the diaper bag as this is another one for the books! JellyCap Universal Drinking Caps are a primo accessory if your little one is nearing the age when they drink out of cups, not sippy cups anymore. A transitional tool that parents swear by, the JellyCap helps turn any bottle into an easy-to-drink cup that promotes independence and is gentle on their little baby teeth.
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