Life with a new baby can be overwhelming. The last thing you need is expensive gear that’s frustrating to set up, or just plain doesn’t work right.
To make things easier on you, our diligent Deals team has found sweet discounts on Wirecutter-vetted parenting picks that won’t leave you screaming like a newborn. These deals might not change your baby’s diapers or convince your kids to eat broccoli, but they can make your life a little more convenient.
Lillebaby Essentials All Seasons $80 (from $100)
For parents on the go, a reliable baby carrier is crucial. The Lillebaby Essentials All Seasons is an affordable choice when you want to free up your hands, plus it can help reduce back pain. Though the Lillebaby isn’t as adjustable as our other picks, it fits different body types easily and its mesh panels are breathable, which helps keep your kid cool and comfortable. “The crossable straps give you more support and take more weight off your shoulders,” said Wirecutter supervising editor Winnie Yang. But if you need a carrier for a larger toddler, the Ergobaby 360 Cool Air Mesh has also dropped in price, from $120 to $140. “And it’s nice that Ergo allows you to face your kid out if they prefer to see the world,” said Winnie.
Edushape SensoDot Ball $8 (from $12)
Rather than stock up on pricey toys that likely lose your kid’s interest over time, opt for an inexpensive grippy ball instead. Even the tiniest hands can grab the Edushape SensoDot Ball, which is covered in textured dots, and your toddler will be enthralled by the colors. (Although you don’t get to choose your color with this deal, kids will undoubtedly love all of the available color options.) “Many toddlers go through a period of ball obsession,” said Wirecutter senior editor Kalee Thompson. “My kids loved colorful, nubby, grippy balls similar to these ones from Edushape or the Gertie Ball.”
My Brest Friend Deluxe Nursing Pillow $30 (from $45)
The My Brest Friend Deluxe Nursing Pillow is a favorite among lactation consultants because it’s belted, which provides a foolproof setup and helps you snap the pillow securely around your torso. “Because the pillow is attached to you, if you lean back, turn, or even stand up, the pillow will stay in place,” wrote Wirecutter lead editor Courtney Schley in our nursing pillow guide. The My Brest Friend is at its lowest price we’ve seen all year, so this is a great opportunity to invest in a comfortable nursing pillow, albeit with one caveat: The deal price applies to only the light-green color.
Cardinal Gates SS-30 Stairway Special $60 (from $80)
You’ll be happy you invested in a baby gate once your little one starts crawling ... directly toward the stairs. The Stairway Special, our top pick for baby gates, is fast and easy to install (it requires only four screws), plus you can set it up at an odd angle, which makes it a versatile choice. Most notable is the gate’s easy-for-adults-to-open latch mechanism, which confounds a walker without embarrassing the mom or dad. “The lock on the Cardinal is really cool,” said Wirecutter senior staff writer Doug Mahoney, who spent months testing baby gates. “An adult can open it midstride with one hand, but a toddler could spend days and still never figure it out.”
VTech DM221 $28 (from $35)
If you want to keep an ear on older kids who might still need help at night, the audio-only VTech DM221 monitor may be your answer. As our budget pick, this monitor is cost-effective and dependable—and if you don’t need video, it’s better to get a well-made audio-only monitor rather than a cheap, low-quality video monitor. But maybe the VTech’s best asset is its versatility: “They’re affordable enough that you might not mind the kids using them in the daytime as a makeshift walkie-talkie,” said Wirecutter senior editor Harry Sawyers. “An activity that has unintentionally confirmed their durability.”
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