"I Don't Know Why We Didn't Buy It Sooner": 34 Parenting Products That'll Make You Feel Like A Certified Genius

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Your only regret will be waiting *so* long to try these brilliant products.
1. A time-saving Oxo Tot grape cutter to make the tedious task of cutting your kiddo's grapes more bearable. You'll eliminate choking hazards while saving tons of time. It can also be used for pitted olives, grape tomatoes, etc.
See why one parent on TikTok loves it!
Oh, and it's not just for grapes! It's also perfect for cherry tomatoes, berries, olives, and many reviewers say it works on a variety of fruits!
Promising review:"Such a TIME SAVER! Omg I'm OBSESSED with this product! Lets me cut grapes and olives for my toddler EFFORTLESSLY. Amazing product. DEFINITELY worth the purchase, especially for me since my daughter loves to eat grapes daily and most times, more than once a day. This has made it so easy my husband and I almost cried hahaha." — Makeda
Get it from Amazon for $9.59.
2. A bestselling Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes Musical Toy that'll play up to 10 classical melodies, like Mozart, Chopin, etc. It'll also display twinkling lights that dance with the music to help calm your cranky genius in no time.
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Promising review:" The best baby distractor EVER! Every person with a child must have this toy! I had about five tucked in various places in case one got lost. My son loved them from basically birth and sometimes it would distract him for hours of noncrying! (heaven for a new mother) Of course in the beginning you have to keep pushing the button for them but compared to swinging him in his car seat that was easy! Then when he got older, he would spend entire car rides just playing with this one toy. I give it to everyone I know who has a baby." — NH-Mommy
Get it from Amazon for $8.88 (available in two styles).
3. A pair of ~handy~ faucet extenders if your child is old enough to use the sink but not quite tall enough to reach the faucet and wash their hands. Instead of hoisting 'em up, combine an extender with a step stool for a match made in parenting heaven!
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Promising review: "Nice for toddlers. Easy to install and use. My littles are just now getting the hang of hand washing and this helps out a lot. Not only does it extend their reach, it widens the stream so both little sets of hands can reach without fighting for the stream. It also reduces splash. Definitely worth the money!" — Amber
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.79.
4. A stain remover specifically made for messy eaters, which is basically a parent's dream come true. Keep it on hand for those stains you once thought were permanent! Clean up the mess, spray the spot, then wash as usual. You'll have to brag about this find immediately — and no one will blame you for it.
Promising review: "This is a must have for those of you with littles! It has a very mild scent and works on so many things. My son spilled a blueberry smoothie all over his white crewneck sweatshirt and I thought he ruined it. I used this spray and it came out beautifully. I would recommend buying the spray bottles and then using the refill option. You will be hooked!" — Katie W.
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $24.99 (available in various styles, sizes, and multipacks).
5. A set of divided silicone plates complete with extra suction on the bottom because you *can* prevent your child from chucking their dinner at the wall for funsies. Each item will remain separate as they wish *and* they're microwave- and dishwasher-safe for easy prep and cleanup.
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Promising review:"These plates are excellent for a little one who likes to throw things off of their highchair. The four suction cups are strong and good the plate in place. The material is flexible silicone. I throw in the dishwasher to wash. The slots for food are deep enough to fit plenty of food into and still large enough to allow little hands to reach in and grasp items." — davsat
Get a set of three from Amazon for $17.95.
6. A brilliant on-the-go harness seat so you always have a high chair for your babe — even when the restaurant doesn't offer one. It comes with three height-adjustable straps to keep them secure. Don't be surprised when people come up and ask, " Where did you find that?"
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It's designed for children 6 months and up. Plus, it's machine washable if things get messy at mealtime!
Liuliuby is a New York City-based small business founded by Mompreneur Mari Liu to reimagine everyday baby products after her own experiences as a new parent.
Promising review: "We bought this to use while moving knowing that not everywhere has baby seats available, and have continued to use it when we go out. It's a great thing to throw in our diaper bag as it is lightweight and totally versatile. We've adapted it to all kinds of chairs and the baby stays comfortably in it." — Matt
Get it from Amazon for $25.99.
7. A clever car seat buckle release tool when your nails have suffered at the hand of your kid's buckle more times than you can count. This Shark Tank product gets the buckle undone without any causalities. It's also great for people with arthritis, carpal tunnel, and other conditions that cause limited hand strength.
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Promising review:" OUTSTANDING! I am a young grandmother in my 50s and TIRED of breaking my nails on the car seat fasteners. Both my granddaughter and I LOVE this gadget. She keeps it tucked inside the pocket of her car seat. I never have to look for it. When we make it to our destination, I ask her to get it ready. In SECONDS the car seat is unbuckled. What a godsend! Truly, if we had been in an accident or other emergency, it would have taken me several attempts to free my granddaughter. I consider this a danger! This little device makes car seats enjoyable again. The color makes it easy to find and it fits logically right where it's supposed to...no need to carry instructions. I cannot say enough about this product and would recommend it to everyone." — Winnie
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in seven colors).
8. A LeapFrog 100 Words Book that'll be a fun activity your inquisitive toddler can interact with while learning new words in the process (in both English and Spanish). They can touch the words on the pages to hear new vocabulary, sound effects, and fun facts. Yep, you'll have a certified baby genius on your hands before you know it!
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It's made for ages 18 months and up!
Promising review: "This was a recommended product I saw off Facebook and again on TikTok — so I had to see if the hype was worth it. IT IS WORTH IT! My toddler (almost 2) loves the book for the sounds and names of all the categories in the book. This is a great book to gift others with toddlers or to help your little one develop. I love this!" — Megan C.
Get it from Amazon for $10.39.
9. Silicone pouch lids, which is an actual miracle if your kid just LOVES squeezing snack pouches until they explode. The lid has a flow-control valve to prevent spills while still allowing them to sip it. Once you try 'em, there's no going back.
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Check out why a mom calls this pouch topper the "coolest thing" in this TikTok.
ChooMee is a small biz based in Northern California, owned by a mom, that specializes in innovative products that solve everyday feeding challenges.
Promising review: " These are amazing! I bought two sets of them so I can keep some in our diaper bag (or in case we lose one). We use these every single day for our 12-month-old with her yogurt (Gogo squeeze) and her fruit and veggie pouches! Seriously, love them. We previously had yogurt/fruit all over because she would squeeze them. My husband accidentally stepped on the pouch with this on, and it still didn't squeeze out! Once your baby figures it out (ours did quickly), it's a game changer. I tried the pouch holders with the handles, but she just swung it around, and it still spilled out. This is what you want!" — Shem Slater
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five color combos).
10. And some spill-proof Munchkin snack catchers to save you both time *and* headaches. Now there will be fewer Goldfish crackers living rent-free on your living room floor just waiting to be vacuumed up. They're even dishwasher safe on the top rack!
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Promising reviews: "My toddler and I love these!! So easy to use and I don't have to worry about my toddler dumping her snacks straight into the floor. I have ordered these twice now. Definitely worth the price." — Maria
"No more trails of snacks leading to a toddler. These are 100% worth buying. My 2-year-old grandbaby loves his snack cups!" — Terrie
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $5.96 (available in two color combos).
11. Some quick-drying, smudge-free washable dab and dot markers so your kids can have some fun without creating an irreversible mess. Cleaning their hands after hours of drawing has never been so easy. Your only regret will be not discovering 'em sooner!
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The set comes with eight paint markers and a downloadable 101 Easy Dot Marker Activities PDF.
Promising review:"We really like these dot markers! My 3- and 6-year-olds have used them a lot. I have to get them started for my 3-year-old, but once I get the ink to the tip she is able to use them easily on her own. I really like that they are less messy than dot markers we have used in the past. They are great for crafts and fine motor skill activities. I would definitely recommend this product and would purchase again. 🙂" — Amazon Customer
Get a set of 36 markers from Amazon for $39.99.
12. A pack of highly absorbent toilet seat covers you'll count on for potty training *and* for those public bathrooms that are crawling with germs. These even come with an optional adhesive strip to ensure it stays in place during use. It's better than trying to line the seat with flimsy strips of TP just for them to fall in the bowl!
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Promising review:"I cannot say enough good things about this product. I brought them along on a recent trip to Greece. My 4-year-old needs to hold on to the seat when she goes, and these toilet seat covers are a godsend in public restrooms!!! They cover exactly enough of the seat where she can hold on and not touch anything gross! They stay dry while she is seated and stay stuck to the seat until you remove it. I even used them myself when necessary. I will purchase these again and again!!" — Irene
Get a pack of 24 covers from Amazon for $9.99 (available in two sizes and various multipacks).
13. A pancake batter mixer for combining wet and dry ingredients so you can make their fave breakfast food in a flash! It comes with a built-in BlenderBall wire whisk, so all you have to do is shake everything up and get cooking — with fewer dishes to clean, I might add. Genius!!!
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(You can even store leftover batter in the bottle and pop it in the fridge for a time-saving weekday breakfast!)
Promising review:" My 2-year-old loves waffles for breakfast but I was getting sick of the mess it was making each morning. It's been so much easier to make a batch of waffle mix and store it in the fridge and get several days use out of it. Now I'm not cracking eggs and using a bunch of bowls and utensils every day. I haven't had any problems with the bottle leaking. So far I think the convenience has been worth the price." — CaitM
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
14. A set of dishwasher-safe plastic knives that'll encourage their kitchen participation, which is perfect if you have a lil' sous chef in training. These are great for basic chopping but aren't sharp enough for them to hurt themselves.
Note: Children still need supervision while using them, of course.
Promising review:"I saw my sister using this knife while her 1-year-old 'helped' and immediately bought my own set! My kids are 6 and 8, and I know they could be learning to use regular knives but it makes me so nervous!! Now they can cut strawberries, meat, cucumbers, etc. Could they cut those things with a regular butter/dinner knife? Yes. Did they want mom to do it for them? Yes. These are fun and build independence!" — beccaprime
Get a set of three from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in nine color combos).
15. An adorable 3D-printed foam soap dispenser attachment because getting your little one to wash their hands can be a challenge. Add this attachment to your soap bottle's nozzle and they'll be convinced to get clean with the magic of a foamy soap shaped like Mickey (or Minnie)!
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Mouse Delights 3D is a small biz based in Las Vegas, Nevada, that specializes in Disney-inspired 3D-printed accessories.
Promising review: "Super cute and very easy to use. My littles love Mickey and this makes hand washing that much more fun for them!" — Abby D
Get it from MouseDelights3D on Etsy for $9.99 (available in 20 colors, three soap bottle styles, and in Mickey or Minnie styles).
16. A FridaBaby three-step cradle cap system when your babe is on the struggle bus and you've tried everything else without success. Lather their head with the foam sponge, gently massage and loosen flakes with the bristle brush, then lift the flakes with the fine-tooth comb.
17. Tushbaby's hip carrier if you *literally* need to take a load off when it comes to carrying your kid around. This will help prevent back strain and it has plenty of storage pockets for your parenting essentials. The adjustable waistband extends up to 46 inches or you can grab their waist strap, which adds an extra 24 inches.
Remove the plastic insert and your Tushbaby is machine washable!
Tushbaby is a small biz run by three California mamas and specializes in products that bring a little more ease to daily parenting life.
Promising review: "This is probably my favorite thing I've picked up as a random purchase. It's comfy to wear. My toddler loves it. I love the pockets and pouches. I used this trick or treating. I also use it for doctor's visits, my older son's games, grocery shopping, doing chores around the house, and during the holiday events. It is literally my favorite purchase. Can literally carry my toddler for hours without getting tired or him being uncomfortable. Well worth the price point. Amazing design." — Letha Rolland
Get it from Amazon for $84.99 (available in five colors).
18. A beloved toothbrush holder and dispenser to make teeth brushing less stressful and *much* less time-consuming. It squeezes toothpaste directly onto your child's toothbrush for you. It can also hold two toothpaste bottles, five toothbrushes, and other essentials! Say goodbye to those gooey counter messes.
This bad boy includes a toothpaste dispenser (that'll squeeze out every last ounce!), four cups and holders, and a place to store your toothbrushes.
Promising review:"I share my bathroom with my siblings and grandparents. It's always a mess when I wake up because there's toothpaste everywhere in my sink and they leave the toothbrushes out. I decided to buy these and now I don't have to spend 20 minutes cleaning up the mess. Definitely worth it, and trust me it is not only for kids too." — Karyme Amador
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four colors).
19. A life-altering baby shusher for soothing fussy youngsters so fast, it'll feel like you sprinkled some sort of sleepy fairy dust on 'em. It emits a gentle, rhythmic " shhhh" sound to soothe your baby with a 15-or 30-minute timer. Many reviewers also swear by this for those precious sleeping baby photo shoots!
This portable sound machine emits a gentle and rhythmic "shhhh" sound to soothe your baby for 15 or 30 minutes! It's powered by two AA batteries, which are included.
Baby Shusher is a small biz run by a husband-and-wife duo after their own sleep-deprived experience raising three kids.
Promising review:"This is the BEST thing for newborns. I originally saw it in action at our newborn photo shoot. It kept baby boy sound asleep. It supposedly sounds like [the] inside of your womb. I don't know what magic this thing contains but it works. It's amazing for car rides. I've given four of these as gifts and will always have it on hand while we're still having babies. It's well worth the price!"— Jenna Hansford
Get it from Amazon for $34.99.
20. An Inglesina Fast table high chair that'll easily make you feel like the smartest parent in the room because it clamps right onto tables that are up to 3.5" thick! Now you don't have to rely on bulky high chairs crowding your space a moment longer.
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It's made for ages 6–36 months and can support up to 37 pounds.
Promising review:" My only regret is that we didn't buy this for our first child. We were so tired of losing space in our house to all the kid and baby things. We had a great high chair [and] loved it because we could move it from room to room. However, we have a smaller house, and it just always seemed to be in the way. This fixed the problem 100%. It's a minimalist dream. I love the color options because it goes with our home aesthetic now. Do not worry, it is very stable. I've never had a worry once that it would fall. Extremely secure and easy to move. We have it on our bar counter but can easily move it to our dining table. And if you like to eat out, this is the best option. It even had its own carrying bag built into the bottom of the seat. The tray is dishwasher safe, which I love. The seat says to wipe down or hand wash. I don't wipe it down on a regular basis, but for that really worked-in food or if your kid accidentally gets sick in it, I have thrown it in the washing machine many times. (Without the metal pieces.) Just make sure you buckle the straps together so they don't get twisted in the wash. It's beautiful; it's minimal. It's safe and secure. Even my toddler likes to try to sit in it once in a while." — Thick Witch Green House
Get it from Amazon for $79+ (available in 12 colors and with or without a tray).
21. A 2-in-1 bath toy scoop and organizer when you want to tidy up after that chaotic tub playtime sesh much faster. Scoop 'em, store, 'em, then suction the quick-mesh dry basket to the wall. Tbh, this one's too genius not to share in the group text.
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Promising review:"I don't know why we didn't buy it sooner! It's so easy to clean after a bath now, just scoop, and all toys are in one place. It's super convenient that you can suction it to the wall, and it doesn't take up much space in the bathroom. Super happy with this purchase!!" — Ekaterina Cheremukhina
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
22. A car video monitor with a 4.3-inch display, 360-degree rotation, and a wide angle for a crisp, clear view of the backseat! This means you won't have to rely on wobbly baby mirrors that get full of gunk and smudges so quickly. Rather than pulling over every time they cry, you can glance at the monitor at a stoplight to check on them.
Just a reminder to keep your eyes on the road when the car is in motion!
Promising review:" I saw this product on TikTok and knew I wanted to try it. I LOOOOOVE this product! I hate trying to use my rearview mirror to look into her mirror to make sure she's okay. The quality of the video is great for the price, and I can easily see if my infant has spit up or I can see her mouth to shove a paci in if needed. I can see details like if her eyes are open or closed. The night vision isn't too bad but not as detailed but you can see enough. But overall for the price, I would buy this product again hands-down." — Michael Giblin
Get it from Amazon for $26.99.
23. A Contigo spill-proof tumbler so you can be done cleaning up toddler-related messes that could've been easily avoided. Spills and leaks are no match for this brilliant cup. Bonus: It can go in the dishwasher *and* the straw twists apart for easy-peasy cleaning.
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Promising review: "100% leakproof. We had been on the hunt for my toddler to have a straw cup that didn't shoot water out the straw when dropped, laid down, etc. This one is perfect. Super easy to clean the straw twists apart for easy cleaning. Doesn't spill, doesn't leak. Definitely worth the money!" — Morgan M.
Get it from Amazon for $9.90+ (available in various colors/styles and as a two-pack).
24. A double-duty conditioning spray that not only leaves their hair soft and smooth, but also helps prevent lice with a blend of rosemary, citronella, tea tree, and geranium oils. No parent wants to receive that dreaded phone call from school about a lice outbreak, but this will give you peace of mind that you took preventative measures!
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This formula is made for all hair types and is free from sulfates, parabens, phthalates, gluten, soy, dairy, and nuts.
Promising review: "Love this so much, we use it daily! We have survived one lice outbreak in school by using this product as a detangler daily, and I've used it ever since. My children have extremely long hair ranging from straight to very curly. This works on all of them, both for detangling and lice prevention. The scent is wonderful, clean, and subtle without the musk of some essential oils. We've reordered and reordered, it's a staple in our house. Try it! You won't be disappointed." — Hannah Jean
Get it from Amazon for $12.48 (available in two sizes and as a two-pack).
25. Some stick-on fever indicators to help you get through the trying times that come with colds and the flu. Stick one on your child's head, and it'll change colors to indicate the temperature. You can use it to help monitor their fever for up to 48 hours!
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Of course, these stickers aren't a replacement for a thermometer. But if your kid has a temp, these will help you keep track of whether their fever is spiking or going down.
Promising reviews:" Best invention ever. I am able to proactively monitor my children's fever. Before this product, I always feared when they had a fever that maybe they had been feverish too long and it escaped my notice. This product gives me peace of mind because now at a glance I can tell if and when they are spiking." — sneeziesmurf
"We had a stressful day of trying to keep our 3-year-old's fever down and he was exhausted. I had these in the cabinet and stuck one on at bedtime. It immediately lit up N, which matched the thermometer. While putting him to bed I saw it go to 99 so when I checked on him in 30 minutes I brought the thermometer '99.3.' We used it throughout the night to monitor whether or not we should wake him for more medicine. I think of it as a peace of mind sticker. He loves stickers and got a big kick out of it. He's had it on about 13 hours now with no complaints. There's a shiny N there now, and this paranoid mama still checks with a thermometer occasionally to make sure it's accurate." — Nateric
Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $7.92.
26. A budget-friendly Pop2Play foldable indoor slide you'll feel wise for owning, especially on rainy days when kids are stuck inside. It pops up in just a few minutes for playtime and folds down flat for convenient storage when they're done. Push in the sturdy side flaps for extra reinforcement!
The slide is capable of holding up to 50 pounds.
Promising review:"I got this for my 2-year-old daughter's birthday and she LOVES it. She is a little nervous on the playground and she took to this right away. It folds down easily and sets up easily — the design is brilliant. It was actually so easy that I watched the 30-second setup video just to be sure I got it right lol. My 8-year-old son got on it too and it held up. We live in an apartment so this is something that she can climb on safely without taking up a ton of space. Love this product!!" — jenna
Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in two styles).
27. A sleep-training clock because as much as you love your mini-me, you still need your ZZZs! It uses vibrant colors and cute facial expressions to teach 'em when it's bedtime and when it's time to get up. There are three sleep sound options, six night-light colors, and adjustable brightness settings.
Watch this parent share why this sleep trainer is one of their "best parenting hacks" in this TikTok.
Promising review:" My 2-year-old started getting up at 6:30 instead of 7:30 and was ready for the day. I saw this on TikTok, so I ordered it and explained to him how if Mella is red, we have to sleep, and when Mella turns green, it's time to play. The first night, he sat up a couple of times in the night and looked at it and laid back down. We've been using it for almost a week, and he stays in bed until it's green without any crying or complaining, so it fixed my problem so fast! You do have to toggle the night light on to red if you want it in all night. You could choose other colors, too, but red and green worked well since he has a car seat with red and green stop lights, so easy connection. Anyway, I highly recommend it! He loves to check on Mella during the day and see if it's asleep." — Mpt2
Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in four colors).
28. An activity table so cleaning up after hours of playing games is an absolute breeze. It has a roomy storage drawer that you can sweep everything right into. You'll never have to cry out in pain after stepping on a rogue Lego again!
This table is designed for ages 3 and up.
Promising review:"If your kids have Legos, you NEED this table. I think this is one of the best purchases I've made for my kids, I wish I would have got it a couple of years ago. Now there is no more stepping on Legos on the floor or finding Legos in every box and drawer in the house. Now I can sit on the sofa rather than the floor when my kids want me to help them build. The kids now keep all the Legos together on the table or in the drawers. Love it!" — mary
Get it from Amazon for $92.99+ (available in three colors).
29. A wonderfully compact Doona Liki Trike when you want something that can grow with your child. It can be used in parent push mode for babies as young as 10 months, then it transforms into a tricycle for kids up to 3 years old! As they become more active and adventurous, they'll love riding this thing around on all your travels.
Former BuzzFeeder Chandini Reddy says: "I'm not sure who's more OBSESSED with our Liki Trike...my toddler or me? My active toddler, who absolutely hates being strapped into his stroller, loves that it allows him to sit upright and steer the handles (while I push him) making him feel like he's in control and going on an adventure. It has made trips to the park/mall/zoo so much easier because it is lighter than our stroller *and* folds up tiny taking up minimal trunk space. (We also took it on a flight recently and were amazed at how easily it fit in the airplane overhead bin!) My fave feature is how seamlessly it steers. Unlike other trikes, you don't need to awkwardly force it to change directions. In fact, my 5-year-old has no trouble navigating my 2-year-old around the park. The best part? My little one is so happy riding around on this thing that he's had barely any meltdowns when we're out and about. I'd say that's a huge win!"
Get it from Amazon for $250+ (available in four sizes and eight colors).
30. An Itzy Ritzy adjustable stroller organizer for parents who know the struggle of trying to juggle all their belongings *and* their kids' stuff. Now you'll have a place for the essentials in the form of a chic accessory that'll earn you endless compliments on the playground.
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Itzy Ritzy is a small biz owned by parents of three babes that specializes in creating safe, stylish parenting gear.
Promising review:"I love this stroller caddy! I switch it between strollers whenever we go anywhere. I have four kids and a lot of things to hold. The cup holders on our stroller aren't large enough to hold my phone, so this works perfect. Mine and my husband's phones, keys, snacks, anything you need easy access to. Definitely makes being out and about easier with a 2-month-old!" — AudraD
Get it from Amazon for $24.49+ (available in eight styles).
32. A Smart Lab human body toy if your lil' Einstein is a big fan of hands-on learning. It comes with 21 removable body parts and squishy organs so they'll be plenty interested in learning about human anatomy!
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It also comes with a 24-page illustrated anatomy book!
Promising review:"I love that this is an accurate 3D puzzle of the human body. It is so fun to play with my daughter. She was learning all sorts of anatomy without even realizing it. This thing is genius. It is sturdy enough that I don't worry kids will break it. The organs need to be treated with respect, of course, and an adult will probably need to help reassemble things the first few times. Tons of fun, though." — Rocky Balboa
Get it from Amazon for $27.98.
33. A sensory swing made of a sturdy, stretchy two-layer cotton fabric when the mini acrobat in your life could benefit from some fun yet safe bouncing and swinging. They'll burn off excess energy in a way that doesn't involve their eyeballs being glued to a screen. It's official — you're a certified genius ✅.
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It comes fully pre-assembled and includes the necessary hardware for secure hanging.
Rest Nests is a small biz based in Israel started by a mom who created these hammocks as a way to give parents "an extra pair of hands" for entertaining kids.
Promising review:" My 4 1/2-year-old daughter loves this swing! We have it installed in a French door frame and has been very secure. She loves to swing while we are cooking or hanging out. I anticipate it will get so much love over the years. We love having it indoors during the winter since playgrounds aren't as practical. It was one of her favorite Christmas presents." — Chris Wiegand
Get it from Rest Nests on Etsy for $98.60 (available in 10 colors and two hanger styles).
34. A gentle but effective baby nail trimmer so you can tame your tiny tot's talons without it leading to screaming and tears. Parents love the whisper-quiet design and that it's way easier to use than standard nail clippers.
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The nail clipper set comes with three cushioned sandpapers safe for babies and children, as well as three attachments for adult use. Added bonus: You can even trim their nails in the dark while they're sleeping, thanks to the built-in LED light.
Promising review:"Using this product is so much easier than clipping a baby's nails with clippers. With traditional clippers, you have to worry about clipping their little fingers. This tool is so much easier. My little one doesn't even flinch or resist with this. She is honestly amused by the tool. Anyone can use this as it is very simple. It does a wonderful job at trimming and smoothing at the same time." — Kristen Beatty
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
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The clip has been viewed more than 22 million times on TikTok alone. "I'm a mommy." Pet moms, nannies and parents of actual human children are all taking to social media to declare that statement, thanks to a now-viral clip from the latest season of "Love Island USA." On the show's June 12 episode, Season 7 cast member Huda Mustafa tells fellow islander Nic Vansteenberghe that she has a 4-year-old daughter. Rather than simply saying that she has a daughter, Mustafa described herself as "a mommy," which seemingly confused Vansteenberghe. The chat, which was subsequently posted to the official "Love Island USA" TikTok, has since gone viral, garnering more than 22 million views and two million likes as of June 23. What is the 'I'm a mommy' meme from? Mustafa, who is a single mother of a 4-year-old, told the other girl islanders but not the guys about her daughter. After telling Jeremiah Brown, who she was coupled up with at the time, that she has a daughter, Mustafa chose to confide in Vansteenberghe. Huda is mommy to her daughter… Mamacita to Nic. 👶 #LoveIslandUSA @hudabubbaaa @Nicolas Vansteenberghe During the conversation, Vansteenberghe appeared to slowly process the information, leading to the now-viral exchange. "I'm a mommy," Mustafa told Vansteenberghe. "Mommy," he replied. "I'm a mom," she reiterated. "Mamacita," he said. "No, I'm a mommy," she said for a third time. "A mom of what? A dog?" he asked. "I have a daughter," she finally said. "Like in real life?" he asked. "Yeah," she said. "Like a daughter, like a real baby?" he asked. "Yeah, like a human child," she said. Internet is having fun with the 'I'm a mommy' clip People were quick to react to the conversation on social media. "Bye why is he so lost," one person said. Another said, "'mom of what' is fryingggg me." When mother meets mother. 😍 #LoveIslandUSA #HotGirlSummer The audio of the conversation has been used on more than 3,000 TikTok videos since. While some — like Demi Lovato and Megan Thee Stallion — have lip-synced over the clip to make new versions, others have taken their own spin on the audio. Pet owners, pregnant women and nannies have declared themselves mommies. The conversation has also been recreated for cakes, songs and artwork. Even Megan Thee Stallion, who entered the villa to host a challenge on the June 19 episode, said the conversation was her favorite moment of the season so far. "Why would Nic be like, 'Mommy? Mamacita?'" she said. "I was like, 'Friend, you good?'" Watch it here: Streaming your favorite shows on Disney+, Peacock, Sling TV, more How to watch 'Love Island USA' "Love Island USA" Season 7 is currently premiering on Peacock. The show releases a new episode at 9 p.m. EST every day except Wednesday. Saturday night's episode is the "Aftersun" edition, a talk show-style version hosted by Sophie Monk. Melina Khan is a national trending reporter for USA TODAY. She can be reached at Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations. If you make a purchase through our links, we may earn a commission. Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.

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• Hamilton Spectator

Video shows Canadian country singer Josh Ross calling U.S. ‘the best' in the world

TORONTO - Canadian country singer Josh Ross is drawing jeers for an online video in which he can be seen carrying a U.S. flag onstage and calling the country the 'best' in the world. Footage of the Burlington, Ont., native shows comments he made at the Tailgate N' Tallboys music festival on June 13 in Bloomington, Ind., just weeks before he's set to perform Ottawa's Canada Day celebrations. In the video, Ross, who lives in Nashville, takes a moment to tell the audience he's from Canada. He says he has relocated to 'the best ... country in the world' before leading the crowd in a chant of 'U.S.A! U.S.A!' The clip posted on TikTok drew criticism from some commenters who said his pro-American stance ran against the 'Elbows Up' movement and the ongoing political conflict with U.S. president Donald Trump. Representatives for Ross did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The 'Drunk Right Now (Na Na Na)' singer is booked as one of the performers for Ottawa's Canada Day celebrations organized by Heritage Canada. Earlier this year at the Juno Awards, Ross seemed to take a political middle ground that was out of step with many of his fellow Canadians at the overtly patriotic show. While accepting the win for country album of the year, he said he was proud of being Canadian, but suggested it was on his fellow citizens to find common ground with the U.S. 'I think it's time to get back to our Canadian roots and remember that friends are better than enemies,' he said. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 23, 2025. Note to readers:This is a corrected story. A previous version carried a headline with a typo in 'Josh.'

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• Yahoo

"They Always Do Black Girls Hair Dirty": Antonia Gentry Had To "Clear Up Some Things" About Her Hair On "Ginny & Georgia," And Here's Why It Has Caught The Attention Of Nearly 14 Million People

Antonia Gentry stars as Ginny in Netflix's "Ginny & Georgia." Season three was released earlier this month. Since its release, the show has been hugely popular, but one detail fans have increasingly noticed is the change in Ginny's hair each season — and it is striking up viral conversations on TikTok. So, Antonia decided to make her own TikTok explaining the whole situation: "Hello from my hotel room. Hi everyone. Thank you so much for watching season three of "Ginny & Georgia." I hope you're enjoying it. I wanted to pop on here for a second and clear up a couple things. I've been seeing some very funny things circulating about my hair, so I just wanted to clear up some stuff," she starts. "My hair is not naturally straight. I don't know who started that, or why anyone would believe that — I'm half Black. I didn't get a perm to play Ginny, my hair is naturally curly. My mom has a beautiful afro. My dad has a wave to his head. So, I have tight curls. And also, I understand that, Ginny's hair from seasons one, two, and three is very, very different. So let me just explain..." "Season one, that is my natural hair. It's my natural hair. Season was a little bit of a challenge for some people to work with my hair. So, you know, it was mostly my hair, but we had a little bit of heat damage in there. It randomly got bleached for no reason — and four inches got cut off." (Here is her hair in season one.) "So, when we went into season two, I was like, 'Hey, my hair got pretty damaged in season one. Can I get a wig?' And they were like, 'All right, bet. We'll give you a wig.' And I was like, 'All right, bet I'm getting a wig.' There were two wigs for season two, and those two wigs were curled very interestingly, and it didn't really work. It wasn't working." "So for like, half of season two, I'm in this wig that doesn't really match my actual hair, it has no movement. And so we stopped using the wig, but in order for us to have it, it was like a continuity thing. They took a wand to my hair and curled each and every section of my hair to match the curl pattern of the wig. So my hair was put through heat every single day to match the pattern of the wig, which we ended up not even using the entire time because it didn't look right. So that's why there's some interesting hair choices for Ginny in season two." Related: Shia LaBeouf Just Shared A Screenshot Of His Private Email Exchange With Timothée Chalamet, And It's Certainly Interesting (And here's her hair in season two.) "But season three, it's my natural hair. It's all my hair, except for the extensions, of course. And Ginny has long hair, and I had someone who did such an amazing job. We didn't use any heat, we took care of it, we kept it moving, and I didn't have to worry or stress out at any moment in the hair trailer. Shout out, Stacy. So, yeah, my favorite hair moment for Ginny is season three, because that's the healthiest my hair has ever been filming the show." (This is what Ginny's hair looks like this season.) "I hope that that clears up the mystery of my hair. It's not naturally straight. I don't have a perm, a curly perm. Obviously, I have a little bit of heat damage. My hair is styled all the time for work, and also, just personally, I like to switch it up." "When I was a kid, I had very tight, healthy curls — very full hair, and now I have a bit of heat damage, and my hair is a little bit thinner. We're working on it. Take your vitamins... But I don't have straight hair. I got curly hair. Okay, love y'all, bye." Related: 12 Awkward And Outrageous Celebrity Moments From This Week That Will Have You Cringing Antonia's TikTok has nearly 14 million views — and people have a lot to say: They mostly pointed out the obvious: And some said it was reminding them of Kat Graham's experience on The Vampire Diaries: If you didn't know, Kat Graham has said that showrunner, Julie Plec, wouldn't bring in a hairstylist who knew how to work with Black textured hair. So Kat allegedly asked if she could just wear her natural hair instead, but was told no. Anyway, people were bummed to find out that a streaming service as big as Netflix let this happen: And overall, it is pretty apparent people prefer her natural hair (being styled by someone fit to style it): Lastly, we couldn't help but notice Ginny in braids is a look many are hoping for in season four — and even Antonia recently admitted she is considering boho knottless braids: Whatever hairstyle Ginny has next season, we know Antonia will rock we are so happy she now seems to have a hairstylist fit to do her hair! If you're Black, and have been in a situation like this before, share your thoughts in our anonymous comments form and upload a photo you would like to share for context via the dropbox below. We may feature you in a follow-up post to start more conversations about this for added awareness. 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