As a parent, you’re always being told you need to purchase this and that. There are so many things you could purchase for your children and for day-to-day parenting life, but how much do you actually need them? And, most importantly, how expensive are they? Because, as we all know, children’s products do not come cheap at all. But, fortunately for you, we have found some that do, and they’re super useful, too!
If you’re looking for some must-have parenting products that won’t break the bank, then it’s your lucky day. We have gathered together thirty-seven inexpensive Amazon products that parents should always have on hand. There’s everything from dinosaur bath toys to make bath time fun, to a food dispensing spoon that will make feeding on the go a piece of cake. We’ve even found a hover soccer ball that can be played inside and will keep your children active without damaging your furniture. Don’t believe us? Scroll on and take a look yourself…
Turn Bath Time Into Play Time
Are bath times a stressful experience in your house? Then you need these dinosaur bath toys.
Made of soft and safe material, these toys will allow you to keep your little one entertained while in the bath, and, designed with bright colors that will not scratch off, they can be used as a standard bath toy or as a water squirter.
Always be Prepared For Celebrations
Forgot about your child’s friend’s birthday party happening this afternoon? With these jumbo balloons on hand, you don’t need to worry!
Blow some up, tie them together in a bouquet, and you’ll provide the party with the perfect centerpiece. And, if you want to make them a little more personal, you can decorate them!
This Disappearing Milk Set Will Keep Children Entertained For Hours
Prepare to be amazed… These bottles, full of milk or juice, will magically empty of liquid as the doll ‘drinks’ them.
With interesting graphics and an easy grip for young children, these bottles are perfect for any child who loves to play with dolls.
These Mini Dinosaur Toys Are Great For When You’re on The go
Traveling light but want to take a toy to keep your little one happy? These mini dinosaurs are the perfect travel companions.
Sold in an assortment of colors and styles, these toys are small enough to fit in your bag but fun enough to entertain for hours. They are also great for putting in party favors or to use as stocking fillers.
These Bath Squirters Will Make Bath Time A Blast
With these squirting sea characters, you can make bath times not only enjoyable but educational, too. These easy to grasp, colorful sea creatures are a great way to teach your children to identify colors and animals.
This Beach Toy Set is Fun For All Ages
This toy set is the perfect accompaniment to any family trip to the beach! With a rake, a shovel, a watering can, and sand shapes included in the set, your sandcastles will have never looked better.
With These Ball Pit Balls There’s Endless Fun to be Had
The uses for these ball pit balls are endless… You could use them in a ball pit, as intended, or you could use them in a play tent, playpen, swimming pool, or bathtub. Made with children in mind and with the intention to put your mind at ease, these balls are made with non-PVC plastic and are phthalate, BPA, and lead-free.
Take Care of Household Chores With a Little Help
With bristles on each of the brushes, this household set can be used to actually help as you tackle the chores.
One 5-star reviewer wrote: “My one-year-old grandson loves his new broom set! Sometimes he just drags it along with him, as if it’s a friend. He gets excited when Mommy gets her broom out and runs to get his so they can sweep together. She has found it useful in sweeping his fenced-in play area which has a rubber mat that collects little flecks of things he is only too eager to eat when he finds them. A great purchase!”
Make Those Rainy Days Inside Enjoyable With This Hover Soccer Ball
A great way to keep active and have fun even if the weather doesn’t allow you to go outside. This hover soccer ball with LED lights can be played on any smooth surface; simply turn on the quiet air fan and kick the ball for it to glide across the floor.
And, parents, don’t worry! It has a foam edge that will protect your furniture and walls from damage!
These Wooden Train Track Connectors Will Build The Ultimate Track
Children can get creative in their construction endeavors with these connectors that come in various different lengths. Made of solid, eco-friendly, premium hardwood, these train track pieces are all made of a single piece of solid wood to minimize any choking hazards.
Stimulate Sensory Skills With This Cloth Book
Perfect for newborns and toddlers, this cloth book is an educational toy that will help with language development and bonding. A great way to spend quality time with your child, this book is full of rhymes and stories and has a stimulating feature on every page. Best of all, it’s machine washable!
Make Learning Fun With These Flash Cards
Designed by teachers, these flashcards will help early learners to start recognizing letters, building vocabulary, and developing reading skills. Laminated and with bright, colorful imagery, these flashcards will help children with topics such as letters, numbers, shapes, and colors.
These Bean Bags Will Help Your Child With Their Hand-Eye Coordination
Made with high-quality material, these colorful bean bags are designed to provide fun that the whole family can get involved in for years. A game of throw and catch with these will help your children develop their coordination skills.
Learn Science Through a Toy
This balloon air-powered dinosaur car will help to teach your children some basic science while they play.
One 5 star reviewer wrote: “My two-year-old is obsessed with this toy! We made the mistake of opening this one first on Christmas and we couldn’t get him to come and open the rest lol. Here we are a month past and he still wants to play with this toy.”
Turn Skill Practise Into a Game
Slight Words Bingo is a hands-on interactive game to help children build on their language skills. Just like typical bingo, players need to cover the words to win.
With This Baby Basics Kit You Can Tackle Any Problem
Is your baby suffering from a blocked nose? Trapped gas? Sharp nail? Don’t worry! With this kit, you can solve the problem no matter where you are!
One 5-star reviewer wrote: “This kit is the perfect gift for new moms. It has everything you could possibly need to soothe a fussy baby! Gas, stuffy nose, long nails scratching their face, eczema: this baby basics kit has you covered. Could not have received a more perfect gift!!”
Be Prepared For Play Wherever You Are
Does your little one need to let off some steam while you’re out and about? With this portable play mat, they can do so, safely.
This must-have item transforms from a toy storage bag into a playmat in seconds. With handles for easy carrying, it unfolds into a play mat in just seconds and will have the toys all ready inside.
Minimize Mess With This Suction Plate
Dishwasher safe and built to last, this suction plate will catch the mess and eliminate any little hands from flipping bowls or plates. And this plate will easily fit into a bag, meaning you can minimize mess while enjoying meal times away from home, too.
Cushion Any Falls With These Interlocking Play Mat Tiles
Easy to clean and even easier to assemble, these interlocking mats make the perfect play surface to cushion any falls. Because you can piece them together however you please, these mats can be shaped to suit any space or room.
This Food Dispensing Spoon Will Make Lunch Time a Breeze
Looking for a convenient on-the-go feeding solution? Look no further…
This food dispensing spoon is just what you need. Dishwasher safe, this spoon can be filled with pureed baby food, placed in your bag, and then used to feed your little one while you’re out with no fuss.
These Reusable Sandwich Bags Are Perfect For When You’re Heading Out For The Day
Leak-proof, waterproof, and reusable, these sandwich bags are a parent’s best friend when heading out for the day. Fill them with snacks, sandwiches, and fruit and it’ll save you from buying any food while you’re out.
This Bib is Designed to Keep Toddlers Clean
Heading out for dinner with your little one and want to protect their clothes from stains and food? Take this bib with you!
Durable, yet lightweight, this bib with its crumb-catching pocket will contain all the spills in one place and prevent them from landing on clothes.
With These Corner Protectors, You Can Baby-Proof Furniture No Matter Where You Are
Transparent and soft, these corner protectors will reduce the likelihood of injury if children bump into them while keeping the original look of the furniture. Their small size and easy installation make them perfect for baby-proofing places when you go on vacation or visit friends.
Make Meal Times Less Messy
Easy to wash and easy to use, this bib is cute, practical, and will be your new best friend.
One 5-star reviewer wrote: “Love how cute this is. It catches so many crumbs from a new eater. 1-year-old grandson loves it and we get compliments when we eat out. So easy to wash off and hang up to dry after every meal!”
Soothe Your Children to Sleep With a Book
Reading a book with your children is the perfect way to soothe them and help them drift off to sleep. Not only that, but it is also a great bonding experience!
Sophie The Giraffe Will Help With Teething
Made of natural rubber and food paint that can fade, Sophie the giraffe is designed to help your little ones while they’re teething.
One 5-star reviewer wrote: “My baby refuses all pacifiers and does not appreciate teething toys. Out of desperation, I bought Sophie – and she is magic! My baby loves her and chews her all the time. She goes everywhere with us – I can’t stop singing her praises. For the longest time I balked at the price but seeing how my baby loves to chew her and hold her, Sophie is well worth the price. She’s a calming influence. Haha.”
Keep Hold of Your Pacifiers With These Clips
Are you always losing teething toys and pacifiers? You need these clips.
Washable and durable, these clips fasten to your pacifier or teething toy and clip to either your baby’s outfit or stroller, so that you’ll always know where they are. They can also be used on burp cloths, baby blankets, and drool bibs.
Give Your Little One a Bear Hug With This Towel
Ultra-absorbent and hypoallergenic, this hooded baby towel is super cute, yet practical. With an extra thick design, this towel will dry your little one while keeping them warm.
Treat Your Baby’s Diaper Rash
This diaper rash ointment rubs easily into the skin to soothe and treat the problem. Relieving redness and irritation, this ointment can be used during every diaper change and or just at bedtime to help protect your baby’s skin.
Keep Your Children Safe With These Safety Strap Locks
Discreet, practical, and easy to install, these safety straps are designed to keep your children safe and out of any cabinets they shouldn’t be in.
One 5-star reviewer wrote: “These have been a lifesaver so far! We live in an apartment and needed a short-term solution for things like our cleaning cabinet, toilet, and pop-up lid trash can. These work great and are simple enough for us to open with these but our 14 month old can’t figure them out. Win-win!”
Start Your Children Toy Collection With These Timeless Stack up Cups
These simple yet effective stacking cups will keep children entertained for hours. They can be used for stacking, hiding things underneath, and for fitting them together. As your children get older, they can also be used for counting and learning colors!
Level-up Self-Feeding Lessons With These Utensils
With an ergonomic design, these feeding utensils are practical, easy to use, and easy to hold. Dishwasher safe, these utensils have been designed with a base that will keep the tip from touching the table or surface below.
With These Cups, You Don’t Have to Worry About Spillages
With a built-in touch-flow valve that only opens when your child sips from it, this cup will prevent spills, leaks, and drips. Dishwasher safe, it’s designed with curves and grooves to make it easier for your child to grip.
Protect Your Furniture With This Diaper Changing Pad
Easy to use and easy to install, this diaper changing pad will keep your baby comfortable and safe while protecting your furniture as you change their diaper.
Check For Fevers With This Digital Thermometer
Need to quickly check for a fever? With this thermometer, which can be used orally, under the armpit, or rectally, you can get a result in just 10 seconds.
One 5 star reviewer wrote: “The perfect thermometer for families with little ones. I love that this can grow with a child through the different stages of life but also is great to use with all children in the home. Couldn’t recommend more. Great design. Great quality.”
Give Your Children a Helping Hand When They’re Learning to Crawl
Is your little one starting to crawl? With these anti-slip knee pads, you can protect their knees from bumps, bruises, and scrapes. Breathable and stretchable, these knee pads will allow your child to explore in new ways.