Best Products For Babies and Kids June 2016
You'll Want to Add These 13 Family Must Haves to Your June Shopping List
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Just because the lazy days of Summer are imminent doesn't mean you can be off your game. Consider this your family's month to refuel . . . and restock on the essentials. From a game-changing baby monitor that'll change the way you keep tabs on your newborn to a revolutionary potty-training system with a solution so simple you'll wonder why you didn't think of it first, you aren't going to want to wait until the end of the month to add these to your shopping cart.
1 Project Nursery High-Definition Monitor
"It's been a long time since the baby monitor category was shaken up, but Project Nursery is doing that this month. Its upcoming High-Definition Monitor ($300) has a range of up to 800 feet and not only pans, tilts, and zooms, but it comes with 1.5-inch minimonitor that can be connected to a watch band and worn around the house, so there's no need to juggle a huge monitor. Plus, the two-way intercom allows for interaction with your little one even when you can't be standing over them." — Rebecca Gruber, senior content director, Moms
2 Gap x Alex's Lemonade Stand Onesie
"If you haven't heard of Alex's Lemonade Stand, you soon will thanks to a collaboration with Gap. The foundation — inspired by an 8-year-old who lost her battle to cancer, but not before she donated the profits of her makeshift stand to her hospital — has just released a lemon-themed Baby Gap onesie ($15) for a good cause. For every one sold, 100 percent of the profits will be donated to the organization's mission to fund research toward cures for childhood cancers. Talk about turning lemons into something better." — Kate Schweitzer, editor, Moms
3 Bitty Bundle of Joy by Fridababy
"This 'ultimate fuss-busting set' doesn't disappoint thanks to its inclusion of important key essentials that all new parents need but many completely overlook. From helping with gas to saving a stuffy little one from boogers, the Bitty Bundle of Joy ($50) makes the ultimate gift." — Lauren Levy, assistant editor, Moms
4 Happiest Little Baker
"If your child is a natural in the kitchen — or you're just growing tired of having them stir boxed mixes — get your kiddo into baking from scratch with the Happiest Little Baker monthly subscription box ($27 a month and up). The box includes all of the nonperishable ingredients, a recipe card to file away for future use, and a fun activity sheet for kids to complete while their treats are baking in the oven. There is also an allergy-friendly box option, or you can purchase past kits of specific recipes for $28 if you're not ready to commit to a monthly subscription." — Alessia Santoro, assistant editor, Moms
5 BottomZz Up Potty Training Tool Kit
"There are hundreds of potty training systems on the market, but this one's basic approach makes logical sense. The BottomZz Up Potty Training Tool Kit ($97) allows toddlers to feel discomfort when they have an accident. That's right: when they wet themselves, they actually feel wet, all while the cotton training underwear's propriety technology traps pee to prevent leaks. Along with the common sense approach, the kit also comes with a reward chart, stickers, and guidance on how to provide kids the consistency they need." — KS
6 Líllébaby Embossed Luxe Baby Carriers
"Líllébaby, known for its bestselling baby carriers, has just unveiled the latest level of luxury in baby wearing, and it's, well, luxurious. The Embossed Luxe collection ($170) boasts modern detailing, tone-on-tone accents, and on-trend gold hardware — all while maintaining the line's soft suede lining and lightweight microfiber construction." — KS
7 Birch Lane Kids' Collection
"When you're ready to update their nursery or give them that big-boy or girl-room of their dreams, Birch Lane's new kids' collection will leave you both excited for the new look. This stylish line of children's furniture, bedding, and decor offers a classic feel that's not only age-appropriate but also allows you to create an imaginative space unique to your little one." — LL
8 Meddy Teddy
"Meddy Teddy ($30) isn't just an adorable pal who happens to be pretty amazing at yoga — he's also a way to teach children how to live more mindful lives and a healthier lifestyle. Meddy Teddy is completely poseable, so whether you're showing your kiddo how to perfect the single-legged wrap or Tree Pose, Meddy Teddy will be by their side cheering them on!" — LL
9 Peter and Pauline's Farm Magnetic Game
"Parents find special pleasure in toys that don't come with hundreds of parts and pieces, many of which will inevitably be kicked into crevices of your home you never knew existed. So when this Haba Farm Game ($15) boasted 122 pieces, we suffered a mild panic attack. The saving grace? The entire toy — including the metal tin box — is magnetic, which allows kids to creatively arrange barnyard scenes with a variety of animals and plants with a far lower risk of an MIA rooster or piglet." — KS
10 The Original Activity Cards by Milestone
"Yes, celebrating every month of a baby's life with some sort of social media post is exciting for any new parent, but what about the big little moments, like baby's first day at the beach? Milestone's The Original Activity Cards ($24) come with 30 cards to photograph your little one with to remember all of those shared special moments with photos (think of it as a quicker version of the baby book you're never going to get around to)." — AS
11 Mama Said Tees
"Let your little one help to fight stereotypes and discrimination by rocking one simple tee. A portion of the proceeds go to PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center and the soft tee ($25 and up) comes in sizes to fit the entire family." — LL
12 Finding Dory Submarine 6-Volt Powered Ride-On
"What kiddo wouldn't want to go on his or her own adventures to help find Dory? The ride-on Finding Dory submarine from Kid Trax ($200) allows your little one to explore the sea (or your yard!) while cruising in style complete with a working periscope." — LL
13 Gerber Baby Nes
"So much attention is given to breastfeeding these days that the bottle-feeding community is often overlooked. Gerber's Baby Nes ($249) is like a Keurig for formula, perfectly mixing formula and water at optimum temperatures every time. But what really strikes me about it is that the device is WiFi-enabled, so it can tell you when you need to order new pods or when a caretaker is feeding your little one." — RG
