All the Best Baby Gear of 2023

Comotomo Baby Bottle Bundle ($48, originally $60)

This bundle is a must for new parents. You never know how your baby will respond to the bottle or when they'll require a faster flow, and this bundle has it all: five- and eight-ounce bottles, plus three sets of nipples varying in flow.

Mustela Baby Diaper Rash Cream ($11)

Diminish irritating diaper rashes with Mustela's bestselling diaper-rash cream. Made from 98 percent natural ingredients, it's infused with zinc oxide, avocado perseose, and avocado oil to help provide relief and nourish the baby's delicate skin. With just a few uses, you'll notice a decrease in redness and irritated-looking skin.

Oribel Cocoon Z High Chair & Lounger ($199, originally $249)

This high chair grows with your child, offering three reclining positions and six different height settings. It comes with a dedicated food and cup holder for distraction-free feeding as well as a larger tray for self-feeding. The best part? It's easy to clean and has a minimalist design that isn't an eye-sore. It's also an editor favorite; read the review of the Oribel Cocoon High Chair here.

Editor Quote: "One thing about the Oribel Cocoon that truly sets it apart from other high chairs (most of which I went through as my baby grew from a newborn who slept and ate in my arms to a baby who wanted some independence) is its recline options. It offers three different recline positions that make adjusting it as you go so much easier." — Chrissy Bobic, contributor

Fisher-Price 4-In-1 Sling 'N Seat Tub ($45)

The Fisher-Price tub is one of the bestselling baby bathtubs on Amazon. You can use the convertible design up until toddlerhood, and it has a soft mesh sling for newborns, an insert to help cushion infants, and a propped seat to help babies who are just starting to sit up. It also has a plug for easy draining and comes with a water pourer.

Editor Quote: "Bathtime can be scary with a newborn, so I loved that Fisher-Price's 4-in-1 Sling 'n Seat Tub grew with my baby as he went from needing neck support to sitting up on his own." — Rebecca Gruber, vice president, branded content

Aden + Anais Muslin Swaddle Blankets ($60)

It seems like every parent loves these swaddle blankets. These are made from 100 percent cotton muslin for a soft and breathable feel. The set of four comes in plenty of different prints and styles as well.

Editor Quote: "I'm not the only one who loves Aden + Anais's muslin blankets; just visit any newborn playgroup and you'll see them everywhere. The Aden + Anais Muslin Swaddle Blankets are large enough to swaddle a tot, use as a playmat, cover a stroller when baby's sleeping, and do about 100 other things. They are so soft that I even wanted one as a scarf for myself!" — RG

Keekaroo Peanut Changer ($150)

The Peanut changer is so popular that the company limits customers to two per order. Here's why parents love it: it's made out of completely impenetrable materials, so you can simply wipe away any messes and rest assured that bacteria won't grow. It also has high "walls" around the edge for peace of mind — your baby won't easily roll off the pad (though, of course, you should never leave them unattended). It's soft and comfy for the baby, too.

Editor Quote: I feel like all the aunties gave me a lot of funny looks for registering for this guy. And I know the Keekaroo Peanut Changer looks a little funny and seems a little overpriced, but when you have a baby boy who pees all over the place with every diaper change, you're going to want a changing table you can just wipe down. — Amanda Elser Murray, contributor

Dr. Brown's Options+ First Year Anti-Colic Bottle Gift Set ($48)

This is an all-inclusive baby-bottle set designed to reduce colic, gas, burping, and spit-up. It has three four-ounce bottles, three eight-ounce bottles, six level-one nipples, two level-two nipples, two level-three nipples, two storage caps, and a bottle brush. It also comes with a sippy cup and a teether.

Chicco Pocket Buddies Soft Pacifier Holder-Lovey ($10, originally $12)

If your little one has a habit of throwing or losing pacifiers, this lovey will be their (and your) new best friend. The adorable lovey can attach itself to any pacifier as long as it has a handle on it. Plus, when it's time to ween your child off of a pacifier, this lovey can serve as a comfort object. Check out our in-depth review of the Chicco Pocket Buddies Soft Pacifier Holder-Lovey.

Editor Quote: "Having the pacifier attached to something larger like a small stuffed animal would surely help [my son] find it in the crib without our help and prevent it from falling out of the crib as often as it was now. . . . It worked so well with my son that I ordered one for my daughter before she was even born — and she loves it, too." — Julia Vorobiev, contributor

The Play Gym by Lovevery ($140)

This purposeful play mat offers an array of activities for each of your baby's learning stages, providing for what they want to see, touch, and explore as they grow. When one of our editors had a chance to review the Lovevery Play Gym, she loved how it encouraged her baby to learn without overstimulating her.

Editor Quote: "It's playtime with purpose, grounded in science . . . With this, you really don't need other "developmental" toys or add-ons to make it grow with your little one. It's a one-stop destination for everything your kid needs...Included with the mat is a gorgeously designed activity guide. Broken down by months, it's filled with stage-based activities created by child development specialists." — RB

Momcozy Adjustable Breast-Pumps Holding and Nursing Bra ($20, originally $40)

This is a bestselling nursing bra equipped to handle breastfeeding pumps like Lansinoh, Philips Avent, Spectra, Evenflo, and more for a hands-free experience; it's designed to hold bottles on its own so moms can multitask. It also has adjustable shoulder straps and comes in sizes XS-XXL.

Medela Contact Nipple Shields ($12)

If you're having a hard time breastfeeding your little one, these might help. The thin silicone nipple shields protects your nipples from getting chapped, and can also help people with flat or inverted nipples have an easier time with latching. They come in 16mm, 20mm, and 24mm sizes.

Halova Diaper Bag ($36)

Looking for a new diaper bag? This one has endless storage compartments, including a front-zip pocket with insulation dedicated to bottles. This diaper bag also comes with stroller straps. It's an affordable, multifunctional backpack perfect for travel, and even has a waterproof coating.

Editor Quote: "I underestimated the value of pockets when I first started searching for the perfect diaper bag. Let's start with what it can hold: a LOT. There is a large main compartment that fits a surprising amount of stuff (just watch the videos of parents piling things inside), separate storage pockets, including insulated pockets, and even a wet-clothes pocket so you can keep washcloths or dirty clothing separate. There's even a clutch side pocket that can be used to dispense napkins." — RB

Dagne Dover Indi Neoprene Diaper Backpack ($215)

The Dagne Dover Indi bag is a statement-making diaper bag that lets you travel hands-free. It includes a mini changing pad and extra pouches for your essentials, space for your laptop, and a sleeve that fits seamlessly over your luggage handle for travel. It lets you fit everything you need while out and about with your little one with room to spare — so you can feel like one of those super put-together parents on the playground.

Editor Quote: "When you're pregnant, parents love to tell you about their favorite products, and you start to listen for repeats — and the Dagne Dover Indi Diaper Backpack is one of those recs that's come up again and again. Parents gush about how durable, light, and spacious it is — and I love that it could easily double as a work bag." — Mirel Zaman, wellness director

Citymouse The Citymini Sling Diaper Bag ($76)

Citymouse is the new It diaper-bag brand on the market, that attempts to fulfill a very specific niche: what to carry when you're headed out for a quick errand, and really don't want to tote a giant diaper bag. The sling-shaped bag fits a few diapers and wipes, plus a bottle or cup. And the brand just started rolling out more colors, including the cheekily named "sad beige."

Skip Hop Baby Pronto Portable Changing Station ($27, originally $30)

This changing station is great to keep in the car your diaper bag. It comes with a translucent wipes case and a zip-off changing pad that you can easily wipe clean. It comes in cute patterns and prints, as well.

Infantino Flip 4-in-1 Carrier ($33, originally $38)

The Infantino carrier is an ergonomic and convertible wearable baby carrier that's perfect for keeping your little one close by. Thanks to a supportive waist belt and padded shoulder straps, it can newborns and older babies of eight to 32 pounds. You can carry your newborn in a variety of positions, including frontward, outward, inward toward the chest, and more.

Doona Infant Car Seat & Latch Base ($550)

The Doona is a must for urban parents without their own cars. Why? It transitions — in seconds — from small stroller to rear-facing car seat, allowing city parents to pop their kids into a taxi, then seamlessly stroll them around town, without having to lug two pieces of equipment.

Editor Quote: "Aside from its major selling point, which hasn't yet been seen elsewhere on the market, the first thing I noticed was the space-saving benefits. I no longer had to reserve half of my car's trunk space for a stroller, and my cramped city apartment felt less so with just this one piece of baby gear in the entryway. I also noticed that when in stroller mode, it was ridiculously easy to maneuver. The Doona could be steered one-handed — something I didn't consider a big deal until I tried to take my first sip of coffee while pushing my original stroller. Because of its low-profile design, it can turn tight corners and fit into smaller spaces. As a city dweller, this made tooling around with it on foot, without any need for a car, completely worthwhile." — Kate Schweitzer, former senior family editor

Beezy 2 Travel Stroller ($303)

The Cybex is great for infants six months old and up. The stroller is lightweight for parents on the go and has an extendable sun canopy to keep your little one protected from harsh light. The stroller also features a convenient netting on its bottom to hold supplies while you're out and about.

Summer 3Dmini Convenience Stroller ($60)

This is the number-one bestselling lightweight baby stroller on Amazon. At just 11 pounds, it's perfect for outings with your little one. It has a full-sized seat, multiposition reclining, and a hassle-free canopy. Plus, it has compact folding, so you can store it easily in a car. And don't worry about storage: it's equipped with a storage basket, a rear storage pocket, and two cupholders.

Nanit Pro Smart Baby Monitor & Wall Mount ($249, originally $300)

What parents love most about the Nanit baby monitor is the breathing band, which tracks breaths per minute. The monitor also tracks the baby's sleep quality and room temperature, and plays white noise — all to promote restful sleep (for the baby and the parents).

Bubzi Co White Noise Sound Machine & Sleep Aid Night Light ($45, originally $60)

Sleep will be closer than ever with this white noise machine. It's a cute plush toy that has 20 soothing sounds and mesmerizing rotating galaxy lights. It even has a noise sensor, so it automatically turns on and activates when baby cries.