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14 Gadgets Your Kids Will Thank You For Splurging On This Holiday
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There's always that tug of war when shopping: is this a need or a want? Well ease the guilt the next time you're out because these helpful gadgets will actually be a big hit with the whole family. The only thing you'll love more than how convenient they are is how much your little ones will really enjoy them! So feel free to splurge on that Keurig or Roomba because it's really for the kids, right?
1 Amazon Fire HD 6 Kids Edition
You iPad will thank you later for this one! Protect your electronics with a durable, kid-friendly tablet. The best part? Its unlimited two-year warranty. If the kids break it, Amazon will replace it with no questions asked. Shop the Amazon Fire HD 6 Kids Edition ($150).
2 iRobot Roomba
Not only will this genius creation clean your floors, but it will also tire out your kids from chasing it around the house! With the iRobot HOME App, the Roomba 980's new cleaning capabilities can tackle floors throughout your entire home with just a touch of your phone (plus your little ones can track its location!). Shop the iRobot Roomba ($400 and up).
3 SodaStream
Traditional soft drinks don't stand a chance when kids have the option of making their own flavors. Plus, you'll benefit from the endless supply of Diet Coke in your kitchen. Shop the SodaStream ($80 and up).
4 Petcube: Remote Wireless Pet Camera
With this app and camera/speaker system, kids can check in on pets while on the go. Both child and puppy will appreciate having the ability to talk and play when nobody is at home. Shop the Petcube ($180, originally $200).
5 Babycakes Nonstick Coated Donut Maker
Everyone will enjoy making (and even decorating!) their own donuts and you'll be thrilled by having crowd-pleasing option that isn't fried. Shop the Babycakes Nonstick Coated Donut Maker ($35).
6 Amazon Echo
You'll love it for the hands-free convenience of music, audiobooks, traffic, and news, and your kids will love it for the answers to all of their endless questions. Shop the Amazon Echo ($180).
7 Spiral Vegetable Slicer
Who knew making dinner could be so entertaining? Kids will go crazy for both the prep and taste of zucchini pasta and spiral carrots. Shop the Kitchen Basics Spiral Vegetable Slicer ($7, originally $30).
8 Obol, the Never-Soggy Cereal Bowl
Just think: a morning without the soggy cereal debate! Shop the Obol Never-Soggy Cereal Bowl ($14).
9 Keurig
From hot chocolate and apple cider to Campbell's soup, the Keurig isn't limited to just coffee. Plus, there's something about K-Cups that little kids just find so intriguing. Shop the Keurig ($100 and up).
10 Tovolo Pancake Pen
The kids will have a blast with your breakfast masterpieces, from initials and shapes to holiday-inspired pancakes. Shop the Tovolo Pancake Pen ($10).
11 Outdoor Pizza Oven
Bring the party to the patio with this outdoor pizza oven. Bonus points for letting the kids get original with the toppings. Shop the Cuisinart Alfrescamore Outdoor Pizza Oven ($201, originally $300).
12 Kinsa iPhone Thermometer
For your older ones, consider an iPhone thermometer. Your kids won't mind sitting still to have their temperature taken and you'll more than appreciate having their fever info (including Tylenol time notes) when you get to your pediatrician. Shop the Kinsa iPhone Thermometer ($200).
13 Belgian Flip Waffle Maker
While this appliance already gets points for its flipping entertainment factor, the incredible belgian waffles it creates is why this machine is a need and not a want. Shop the Belgian Flip Waffle Maker ($85, originally $100).
14 Sense and Spray Automatic Freshener
It's a win-win situation! You've never seen so much excitement over a puff of air freshener and your house has never smelled better. Shop the Glade Sense and Spray Automatic Freshener ($8).
