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Jul 08, 2023

31 Parenting Products Under $10

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

For a 10 spot (or less), here are some amazingly affordable items to keep your kids (and even your home) clean, safe, and entertained.

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Promising review: "Soy-based inks, recycled content paper, no harmful chemicals, and no plastic (well, except the Amazon envelope it came in — sadly). Exactly what we wanted for our family to play with!" —Borys & Lindsay

Get it from Amazon for $3.94.

Promising review: "Incredible results! I used this on four garments that my newborn had pooped on. The stains had set and run through the wash twice already. Well, after soaking them for four hours in this product, they came out using what I have to imagine is some magical formula. This is a must-have for any parent!" —Metro West Mama

Get it from Amazon for $7.96.

Promising Review: "All bottle brushes are NOT created equally. This one is better than the others. Go ahead and spend the extra because it's totally worth it. Here's why... I spent the first couple of months using a less expensive brush. I figured it would be fine. But I noticed a white haze really starting to build up at the bottom of the bottle. (Breast milk is notorious for being hard to clean!) The bristles on a regular brush can't touch it (especially the corners), no matter how you work it. Sure, the sides of the bottle were getting clean, but not the bottom. I sucked it up and got this brush, and now because of the sponge on the end, I can get that pesky residue out of the whole bottle. Nice to know it's actually clean before giving it to my baby." —JessiM

Get it from Amazon for $3.99.

For ages 3+. Package includes: 50 sheets of art paper, five wooden stylus tools, four colorful stencils, and one brush.

Promising review: "Love it! Love it! My 4-year-old was glued to these for a day and a half, and that meant this mommy could finish her work deliverables. My kid is not into painting, crafts, drawing, and all but loved this product so much! It's very easy to use and creates very little mess (scratching off), and looks nice, too!" —Ana

Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

Promising review: "These corner guards are perfect for safety. I've tried several other brands, and those corner covers never really adhered to the furniture or fit shelves fully/correctly. These corner covers are everything the other covers are not! They fit perfectly. The adhesive is strong and clear, so there is no worry of the corner peeling, falling off, or looking unappealing to the eye. I would recommend these corner covers to my family and friends because they make your home safer (from sharp edges) yet still keep your furniture looking stylish." —Mchell1211

Get it from Amazon for $8.98+.

Promising review: "Incredible find! These smocks have transformed meals with a 2-year-old who won't wear a traditional bib into a stress-free dining experience. Soft and lightweight, I keep one in my purse and one at the dining table. Food and liquid spills roll or wipe off. I've run them through the delicate cycle in the washing machine 4–5 times so far. After hanging it on the drying rack for half an hour, it's ready to wear again. Finger-painting cleanup was a breeze, I had to slide the sleeves up a bit on my little guy, but it's nice to know that there is room for growth. The elastic around the wrists allows you to pull the smock off inside out from the shoulders so that the soiled/wet exposed outside can be completely enveloped while you only have to touch the clean inside, wrap it into a ball, and it goes back into my purse with only the dry, clean surface exposed. Covers down to the knees over the highchair belt. It attaches with a little bit of Velcro in the upper quarter of the back opening, which is surprisingly enough for a good fit. Does not bind at the neck." —Katie

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in seven style combinations).

Promising review: "My baby is now 6 months and really beginning to teethe super badly. Literally, everything at this point just irritates his gums because they're so sensitive. This carrot teether is the one thing that doesn't irritate him. The material it's made of, he absolutely loves just to teethe on. The other thing I love is that it's easy for him to hold because of the loops on the sides; he can easily pick it up and hold it by himself, and super easy to rinse off in the sink." —Misty Williams

Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in four other fruit and vegetable options).

Promising review: "My 2-year-old loves walking around with his snacks, and this product makes it possible! He often walks around shaking the snack cup, and I never find his snacks lying around the house because the cup contains them." —BebeMama

Get it from Target for $6.29 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "This was bought for adults, and it's awesome. Easy to spread on and no breakouts. No more tears swimming either from sunscreen burning your eyes. This is not just for kids." —R Greulich

Get it from Amazon for $7.98.

Promising review: "By far, this is the best trash can for a car I’ve had in my life! And yes, I have tried others! I have a small SUV, and this is large enough to collect the trash from receipts, napkins, and apple sauce pouches from my kid, and straps to the back of my console, so it's in easy reach! The snaps on the side keep a trash bag in place, but if there is a spill, it's very easy to clean! And the lid keeps everything inside if it happens to get kicked! I definitely recommend it!" —Kristi

Get it from Amazon for $8.49.

Promising review: "I use this on the daily and bought another for the diaper bag! It's soooo good for picking out those stubborn boogies and has four different functions: getting those boogers, lint between toes/fingers, stubborn ear wax, or dirt underneath the fingernails." —Victoria Ahumada

Get it from Amazon for $9.48.

Promising review: "It fits perfectly over the sink. It takes up only half or less of the open space, and it drains into the sink. Can be rolled up and put away easily. I use it every day. It stays in place and can be used for drying dishes or fruit and veggies just washed." —CKnaplesdenver

Get it from Amazon for $10.89+ (available in five sizes).

Promising review: "After looking at several similar products, I am glad I picked this design/color. Has a nice, snug fit into the socket and good off-white color with an opaque finish, which hides the socket holes. The shape is also perfect, with a small indent for the center screw. Very good product design!" —MG

Get it from Amazon for $4.49.

Promising review: "I stumbled upon these somehow, and I'm so glad I did! I am about to be a first-time mom, and while these aren't a necessity, they make the bottle/binky sterilizing process SO much easier! I was able to do all of her bottles faster than it would've taken for a pan of water to start boiling. The fact that they are also reusable up to 30 times per bag makes them well worth the price. There's also one in the diaper bag for trips to grandma and grandpa's." —Katie Powers

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

Promising review: "Our soon-to-be 8-year-old son loves his fidget cube. He struggles with anxiety and mild ADHD and decided he wanted a calming box for his birthday. The fidget cube was one of the items we put in it, and he plays with it all the time. He loves it." —Jennifer Moody

Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in seven colors).

Promising review: "This brush is a lifesaver. We’ve been using a wet brush for years, but recently, it's been a nightmare to brush my daughter's hair, so I bought this from Target and used it today, and for the first time in forever, there was no screaming, no crying, and believe me, her hair was knotted. It didn't pull her hair. I just made sure to saturate it with detangling spray. It's literally a godsend! 10/10 recommend." —savy

Get it from Target for $5.99.

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Promising review: "The packaging alone is topnotch. The feeding set is sooo adorable. Everything exceeded my expectations. Thanks so much." —Adrian T

Get it from Nora Joh on Etsy for $7+ (available in four colors, additional cost for engraving).

Promising review: "What a fun thing to add to the bathroom! My kids needed a nightlight for those nocturnal trips to the bathroom, so why not make it silly, too?The unit is pretty small, and the arm folds easily over the bowl of our Toto toilet. It's waterproof, so that is nice for cleaning, too. The light is bright; it will rotate through a few colors, or if you want one of them, just tap the switch, and it will only be that chosen color. A super fun gift for the home. Seriously, get one." —Emily J. Larsen

Get it from Amazon for $9.95.

Promising review: "Great for my youngest's hair! Keeps it soft and light. It has no scent, which I love, because that means no added perfumes. Also, no parabens and sulfates! It gets sudsy with a rich lather and is easy to wash through the hair. A little bit of product goes a long way with this stuff. It doesn't leave her scalp dry or flaky, and I don't find her itching her head quite as often. Definitely recommend it as a go-to baby shampoo for mommas that have littles with dry hair or scalp. I look forward to trying more baby products by CeraVe." —Anndra Boyack

Get an 8-ounce bottle from Amazon for $8.97.

Promising review: "We love these so much that we bought another set because our 3-year-old grandson kept taking them away from his sister, wanting to play with them! They are very study, great for teething, and the perfect size for our 8-month-old granddaughter to grasp. The one with the beads in it is especially interesting for her because it makes noise." —Anya Kaleshefski

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

Every time my wife sees one of these hanging from my person, she remarks, "You look like such a dad." I'll take it!

Promising review: "I recently traveled for four weeks for work. I hung one of these on my purse, one on my carry-on, and one on my briefcase. They served me well throughout my travels. Easy to refill, so no need to buy more small bottles." —Debbie

Get them from Amazon for $6.88.

Promising review: "I ordered this stuff because, for the price, I figured if it turned out to be a bust, I wouldn't be that upset. But it was amazing. My son and I cleaned my car, and we had so much fun with this stuff. He is 7, so he wanted to use the 'gooey stuff.' And that's how easy this stuff is to use, that my 7-year-old was cleaning all the cracks and crevices of our car. I bought two, and we only used one to clean all the cracks and crevices of our car, and it's still usable. It made my car look nice and detailed, which is really hard to do with all these kids and animals and their messes!" —Vbryan

Get it from Amazon for $6.99.

Promising review: "As the demo assistant to my grandson, the Lego builder, I am often called upon to disassemble structures. This tool has several different surfaces/edges that will help you pry apart the most stubborn pieces, no matter how small! A nail saver!" —Kindle Customer

"Got these so that he would stop using his teeth to take apart the Legos and cost us less in dentist bills. So far, he likes it, and it works just fine." —Gutter Glass

Get it from Amazon for $4.35.

Bonus: According to reviewers, it also works on stuffies!

Promising review: "I consider myself a connoisseur of stain removers. With kids and pets, I have had to try them all with varying results. This stuff is a miracle in a bottle. I had my doubts but decided to try it anyway. Holy smokes, this stain remover has removed every stain I’ve tried it on. I just now used it on a red Sharpie stain on a beige carpet that has been there for at least a year. I’ve never found anything that could remove that stain until now. I am a convert, and this is now my go-to stain remover for life." —Jennifer N.

Get it from Amazon for $6.65.

Promising review: "10/10 recommend. I used to think these were really dumb until I had a baby who drops half of his food into his lap. It's definitely simplified cleanup." —SheraLee

Get them from Amazon for $8.45.

Promising review: "These are the best for runny noses. Gentle on the skin and perfect for cleaning your child's nose without making it raw from too much cleaning. I use these for my baby and toddler." —Tara00

Get it from Target for $3.59.

Promising review: "Great for baths for little ones and has multiple perks to it. Not only makes bath time fun, but it has rings to put on the tentacles, which is great for motor skills and development skills. Also great for teething little ones and helping break through those painful little teeth. Extremely adorable and not only fun for toddlers, my 4- and 6-year-olds love to play with them as well. Could make a fantastic gift or toy for a young child and is very easy to clean up; and doesn't have any problems with colors fading or coming off, so not a concern for the kiddos chewing on the rings or tentacles. Highly recommend it, and very affordable! Make your kiddo's bath time even more fun by adding this little toy! Extremely satisfied with this purchase!" —Happymamato5

Get it from Amazon for $7.37.

Promising review: "It's hard to believe such a little tool could be so useful. I use this thing on a daily basis, from something as simple as peeling an orange to anything as complicated as basic car repair. I cannot stress enough how nice it is to always have a small screwdriver, pry tool, and bottle opener on you." —brian woolf

Get it from Amazon for $7.10.

Promising review: "My wife purchased these for my 1-year-old, and to me, they are just small little cups. Little did I know that these cups are developing my baby's motor control, hand-eye coordination, and language development. The first couple of times, these cups are just cymbals in my baby's hand. Once the banging durability test is done, she learned the difference between the big and small cups and how they fit together. My 3-year-old also likes these cups. They are a real big hit at her tea parties. When it's all dirty, these cups are dishwasher-safe. My family have a lot of spending regrets, but buying these cups almost made up for all of our stupid purchases." —Joe & Anna

Get it from Amazon for $8.

Promising review: "My go-to butt paste for diaper rash! This rash cream helped clear my newborn's diaper rash in no time! Fair warning that it does stain fabric if it gets on it, so just be careful when applying it!" —Sarah

get it from Target for $7.49.

Promising review: "I know it's probably not the best way to describe it, but it's like icing on a cake lol. It glides so smoothly like butter, and best of all, you don't get your fingers dirty. Also love that it stands on its own so it's not lying around somewhere lost." —Bad candle

Get it from Target for $5.99+ (available in two sizes).

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