21 Amazon finds that every toddler parent needs
Top picks from a mom who's been there.
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Nicole Cammorata
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Nicole Cammorata
Director of Special Projects
As Director of Special Projects, Nicole Cammorata helps guide Mashable's editorial innovations, licensing programs, and specialty series. Previously, she was the site's Executive Editor and its very first Shopping Editor before that. Nicole is also Mashable's resident gifting expert and gets a thrill out of helping readers find the perfect present. She received a B.S. in Journalism from Boston University and an MFA in fiction writing from The New School. She lives in Maine with her husband, their two young children, and a backyard full of flowers.
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Life with kids can be chaotic. Trust me, I know. So when I find something that works, I want to tell everyone about it. As a mom to a toddler and a preschooler, these are the Amazon finds that I use and rely on every single day.
Topics Family & Parenting
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Furniture Anchors
So simple to install and you won't even notice they're there. The peace of mind is priceless.
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Magnetic Shelves
My best friend (also a mom) uses these for water bottles and lunchboxes. Genius.
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Temporary Tattoos
These are magic for toddlers. Stand still and breathe for 30 seconds? Instant mood shift.
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Clear Plastic Storage Bins
Keeps shelves organized while also inviting kiddos to pull things out and play.
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Tick Repellant Stickers
We live in Maine where the ticks are awful. These stickers from NatPat help keep them at bay.
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Heart-Shaped Waffle Maker
Who doesn't love a bit of whimsy at the breakfast table? Great size for freezing, too.
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Vicks Shower Steamers
When sick season hits, we use these to steam up the bathroom and make breathing easier.
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Grooved Handwriting Kit
My daughter loves these for practicing letters. The pens fade, making pages reusable.
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Dinosaur Dig Kit
Combines sensory play while also giving your kid an excuse to hit something with a hammer.
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SwimZip UPF Rash Guard
My kids are very fair, so these UPF 50+ suits and shirts help to protect their skin.
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Toniebox
Screen-free story time that kids can power themselves. We're obsessed.
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Instant Digital Camera
Lets kids capture the world around them and print photos on a special, included paper.
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Magnetic Busy Board
Great for keeping busy in the car — and for working on fine motor skills.
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Heavyweight Sleep Sack
Our go-to for keeping kiddos warm in an old, drafty house during cold Maine winters.
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Where's Bluey Book
One of our most beloved books, it's always within arm's reach during meal time.
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Water Wow! Books
I love that these can be used again and again — and with no mess.
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Mesh Privacy Fencing
Our street is very busy, so we use this as a barrier while the kids play in the driveway.
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Amazons Basics Batteries
A well-stocked battery supply is an absolute must.
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Bento Box
Durable and easy to wash, I pack my daughter's lunch in these almost every day.
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Car Backseat Organizers
Essential for keeping order on everything from long car rides to basic grocery store runs.
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Childproof Doorknob Covers
Makes it impossible for kids to turn doorknobs — a safety must for exterior doors.
As Director of Special Projects, Nicole Cammorata helps guide Mashable's editorial innovations, licensing programs, and specialty series. Previously, she was the site's Executive Editor and its very first Shopping Editor before that. Nicole is also Mashable's resident gifting expert and gets a thrill out of helping readers find the perfect present. She received a B.S. in Journalism from Boston University and an MFA in fiction writing from The New School. She lives in Maine with her husband, their two young children, and a backyard full of flowers.
