25 Helpful Target Parenting Products

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5 days ago

A pack of mosquito repellent stickers that'll give your kiddo some much-needed relief from bugs by way of a cute little sticker they'll be showing off to everyone. The stickers are deet-free to keep both mosquitoes *and* icky chemicals away.
These patches can keep the whole family safe with baby patches, adult patches, and tick repellent. All patches are plant-based and free from harsh chemicals. Promising review: "I've tried a handful of kids' mosquito‑repellent bands, sprays, even other sticker brands, and nothing has worked as consistently — or smelled as pleasantly as BuzzPatch. Our kids actually want to put these on because the characters are so fun, and the gentle citronella scent isn't overpowering. The surprise hero, though, is the little carry case. It's sturdy, snaps shut securely, and is the perfect size for tossing in a backpack or baby bag. Once we finish this pack, I'm repurposing the case to hold hair ties and plasters on day trips — talk about multipurpose! Five stars from our whole family." —TwinklesPrice: $9.99 for 24 patches
A fan-favorite Baby Brezza formula dispenser to fill bottles quickly, easily, and — most importantly — stress free. You're going to feel like you've totally got this parenting thing down no matter how chaotic the rest of the day is.
Promising review: "The Baby Brezza Formula Pro Advanced has simplified our feeding routine immensely. It's remarkably convenient to have a bottle prepared at the touch of a button, especially during those late-night feeds. This appliance has truly been a significant help, making the process much smoother for our family." —GTPrice: $229.99 (available in three colors)
An electric nail buffer because those basic clippers feel like you're actually performing high-stakes surgery. Instead, try a nail buffer decidedly low-stakes maintenance and the absolutely glorious feeling of "I've got this."
With four different buffer pads for different age ranges, this buffer grows with your baby.Promising review: "SO EASY and quick! Baby was sleeping and didn't even flinch. 🥰" —MarissaPrice: $39.99
A set of pacifier clips so you don't have to spend tons of money replacing the downright ~plethora~ of dropped and lost pacifiers. Just hook the pacifier, toy, or teether on and watch them NOT fall into oblivion, you old pro.
Promising review: "These are great as advertised, but are also great for other uses! You can use for teethers or wrap it around a stroller strap and clip a blanket in place. The options are endless! So many items don't hit the ground with pacifier leashes!" —Kris MPrice: $6.99 for a two-pack (available in two color combos)
A light-up tongue depressor that connects to your smartphone to share pictures with your pediatrician because you don't have the time to be running to the doctor every time things are a bit scratchy.
Price: $19.99
A bath toy drying bin with drainage in the bottom to keep toys dry, clean, and out of the way. This bin is low-profile and helps keep those toys from just sitting at the bottom of the tub, waiting for the next bath. All you have to do is scoop them up and set them aside and marvel at how organized your bathroom looks. Easy peasy!
Promising review: "Awesome value. One of the cheapest toy bins and it does a fantastic job. Toys have no problem drying out, and ours is densely filled up." —pinknbluePrice: $14.99
A potty ladder for helping kids independently use the potty at home. Now they can climb up the porcelain throne like the mature kids they are and you can save your poor back muscles from hoisting them up there.
If you're also tackling how to use a urinal, this is an easy-to-clean option that comes in at $15.99. Promising review: "This is my fourth toddler potty and the best one so far. I've purchased seats with 'cushions', but the rim around it is still uncomfortable and leaves a mark on my child. This technically has no cushion, but is sloped and smooth with no hard edges. I really like the easy handles to hold while climbing up and gives them something to hold while waiting to go. Very pleased!" —FabyPrice: $24.99
A lightweight and sturdy step stool that is 1,000 times better than lifting your kid to help them wash their hands. Unlike wooden ones, this step won't hurt them if they trip onto it, and it's light enough to move it around when they get older — saving you time and energy long-term.
When my oldest started standing independently, I got a decorative, oh-so-cute wooden stool. I underestimated how clumsy toddlers are and how often they fall. She'd trip over her feet in the bathroom and get a huge bruise or scrape herself on my adorable footstool. Finally, I said "NEVER AGAIN" and bought a plastic one. What was I waiting for?? It's lighter and easier to clean and I do not miss the princess ballerina footstool. Plus, my kids easily grab it when they need to reach something, and I only need to involve myself if I hear a crash. Glorious. Promising review: "When I potty trained my youngest, I realized I got rid of our old step stool during a move. This was a great replacement. It's very sturdy and I don't feel any shifting when I step on it. It's sturdy and has never toppled over a child. I also like the grip on the top so even when my kids are having lots of fun with the water and get it everywhere, there's no slipping." —loloPrice: $10 (available in three colors)
A compact, portable Jool Baby travel potty seat to make an adult seat the perfect size for little potty trainers. Save your back from holding them up onto the seat in public restrooms so they don't fall in because the bare minimum here means no peeing toddler clinging to you and bringing your face inches from a public toilet.
This amazing potty seat comes with a travel bag and can be quickly and easily wiped clean with an antibacterial wipe. It suctions onto the toilet, keeping your kid both physically and mentally secure. Promising review: "This product has been a game changer for getting my toddler to use the potty in public. He is smaller, so normal potties are intimidating to him. I highly recommend this seat for any little kids!!! So easy to attach and fold up. Each to clean after, too. Such a brilliant product." —KatePrice: $14.99 (available in two colors)
A bottle of detangling spray for turning morning cryfests into a quick and easy process. This leave-in conditioner is hypoallergenic, all-natural, and gentle — plus it smells amazing.
I recently switched my fine-haired daughter over to this leave-in conditioner, and we both love it! The citrus vanilla scent is SO good, and it actually works. I can spray this on wet hair after a shower or on a knot in dry hair, and it's equally great. Promising review: "This stuff smells fantastic and works like magic! My kids have long, wavy hair, and this has become a part of their hair care routine because it's so amazing. It detangles, and the good smell lasts in their hair." —Mama KesPrice: $7.79
A car-seat buckle release tool that'll protect your nails *and* your patience from how surprisingly difficult unbuckling is — especially when you're attempting the very tricky car nap to crib transfer (*insert The Hunger Games salute here, friends*). These are also great when your kiddo gets older and it feels like everyone behind you in the drop off line is totally judging how long you're taking.
Promising review: "Liked the colors. Bought one for each car. My daughter can now unbuckle herself with this, which helps speed up the dropoff line at school." —EricaPrice: $28.99 for a two-pack (available in two color combinations)
A super convenient Ubbi grape cutter to take all of the work out of minimizing choking hazards. Quickly insert the grape or tomato and slice it into a safer size — especially when you have several young kids or are prepping for a party or play date. One less thing to worry about!
Price: $9.99
A suction plate for when you're in full-blown solids mode and your kid is in their full-blown "what happens if I do this?" stage. Although your little scientist might want to test out one of Newton's laws now — spaghetti night just isn't the time.
Promising review: "So far it's great! We are about to start our journey into solid foods and this is great so he can't throw the plate onto the floor. Also, nice I can just put it in the dishwasher on the top rack" —mackensyPrice: $6.99 (available in four colors)
An easy-to-use toy storage solution if the very idea of packing up a vast array of toys is exhausting in and of itself. Simply pile toys into the mat, gather them, and collect up to nine pounds in one beautiful scoop. Even the youngest toddlers can scoop and dump — because you have no time to waste picking up hundreds of tiny toys.
Price: $53.99 (originally $76.99)
And a long-sleeve bib because you do not have time for more laundry. And *bonus* — it also doubles as an apron for arts, crafts, or whatever messy mischief your little one gets into. Learning to eat is a years-long messy business, so covering their entire outfit will make serving yogurt *ohsomuch* easier.
Promising review: "Love this bib. It covers my little from the biggest mess and even has a catch all pocket in front. I can easily wash it and it looks brand new. The fit is great! The tabs stick well and do not come undone like other bibs we have. My LO is an escape artist and these have not been broken out of yet! Love them and wish there were more cute patterns. We bought the dino and rainbow bibs." —MargiePrice: $11.99 (also available in a rainbow pattern)
A magnetic responsibility chart so the ~responsibility~ of literally everything doesn't fall on your shoulders. And by helping them learn the importance of doing their part, it conveniently makes things easier for you in the long run.
This chart comes with 14 chores, eight rewards, and 35 gold stars for personal and communal skills. If you have a non-reader, check out this simplified version for the morning and evening routines!Promising review: "Love this product for my toddler. Such an easy tool." —MelissashprPrice: $29.99
A Skip Hop back-of-the-seat organizer to keep everything handy no matter how long the car ride. This organizer fits a tablet, water bottle, snacks, and toys for much easier access than somewhere under their seat and just out of reach.
Promising review: "Fits perfectly in my SUV! Protects the seat from little footprints and we have great storage now for all the small toys in the car!" —ShopperPrice: $18.29
A nail-biting deterrent that can help curb both nail biting and thumb sucking if your little one has had a hard time breaking the habit. The bad taste hangs on through hand washing and many parents have had quick success in helping their kids keep their constantly germ-ridden hands out of their mouths. Nothing like making that transition you've been dreading quick and easy.
This polish is vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and free from parabens and phthalates.Promising review: "My 3-year-old picked up a thumb-sucking habit from a friend at preschool, and once it took hold, we were unable to get him to stop. We tried everything we could think of. Even though he seemed to understand that it wasn't a behavior we supported and that he could pick up germs and get sick, he would mindlessly put his thumb in his mouth dozens of times a day. We finally put this nail polish on his nails and reapplied it a few times over the course of a week, and that broke the habit completely. It really does taste awful, so as soon as it touched his tongue, he would immediately stop. It's been months, and he has never started back. I don't think the bad taste lasted that long, which may be a drawback for some, but I am glad it didn't because I'd hate for him to have to taste it while eating or brushing his teeth." —sarah1199Price: $10.49
A visual timer to help make transitions easier for everyone. Since kids can't tell time, "five more minutes" doesn't mean much. With this handy timer, they can watch the colored portion get smaller and be less shocked when time is up. If you have a kid who struggles with transitions (like mine!) or doesn't understand any time but NOW, this timer is for you because no one has time for a meltdown.
Promising review: "Love this visual timer for my pre-k kiddos! It states in the description that it needs batteries, which were so easy to put in. I love that it's magnetic!! So excited for this darling addition to my classroom!!" —momPrice: $19.99
A set of travel-size magnetic tiles because we could all use a little more screen-free entertainment while on the go. It's everything they love about magnetic tiles, but it's smaller and easier to store. Honestly, it's a no-lose situation for anyone and makes the waiting so much more pleasant for you.
Each 26-piece set comes with its own metal carrying case, so all creations have a steady base. Promising review: "We loved the size! Perfect for travel and on light tables! I love that they work with regular-size Magna-Tiles, too. These are adorable and better than other brands out there." —LaurelPrice: $19.99
A fan-favorite Skylight calendar for keeping all of your family appointments in plain sight. Not only does it automatically sync to your calendars, you can set up chore charts for your family members and keep lists all in one place. No more suddenly realizing you double-booked yourself — everything is officially in one spot.
This calendar does use a subscription for a wider range of functions, but the calendar, chore chart, and lists (aka the most important) don't require anything extra. That being said, it's a huge time saver since it connects to Google Calendar, iCloud Calendar, and Outlook Calendar to keep everyone's schedule in one place. Promising review: "This literally does it all! There is also an app that goes along with it so you can see your calendar on the go and it can be separately accessed by your spouse or kids as well! The chore charts and reward stars are great for kids. The meal planning calendar is such a great tool. Being able to have everyone's schedule all in one place is just great. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" —ADPrice: $319.99
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 apparently-too-rough-hands while you're trying to wrangle your slippery octopus child.
Promising review: "We have used this product for our toddler for the past two summers and can't imagine wrangling and applying sunscreen without it. It is so easy to use and toddler can actually kind of manage to use it herself without getting sunscreen everywhere. It's super convenient to bring along, and love that it saves my hands from getting sticky." —ErinPrice: $14.99
A wagon for lugging around *allofthegear*. From sports events, to beach trips, to walking to the park, throw everything — including your kids! — into the wagon so you're not the pack mule for once.
Promising review: "It opens easily and closes quickly. My 8- and 4-year-old climbed in and it held up. Wheeled around the baseball fields no problem. Great little wagon for the price!" —RayRay83Price: $50
A set of washable tempera paint sticks if you're tired of cleaning 18 different-size brushes after arts and crafts hour. They also use the pencil grip, which is great for keeping a steady hand and the paint on the project. Look at you just seamlessly streamlining craft time.
Promising review: "Got these for my toddler, and they are vibrant colors and easy for his little hands to grab. Recommend!" —Pregg01Price: $12 for a set of 10
A pack of glow sticks that'll suddenly brighten up any sour mood. Keep these handy for late summer nights, adding some extra fun to games, and for the real MVP boredom buster: glow stick baths.
Each pack contains 109 glow sticks of various sizes and colors and 92 connectors, clips, rings, and cords. As a reminder, all baths with young kids should be supervised. Promising review: "Lots of options for the kids. I bring glow sticks to our camping family reunion every year and they are always a hit to keep the kids occupied." —chocolate lover 94Price: $14 for a pack of 200