I’m A Mom Of Preschoolers, And These Prime Day Sales Make My Life Easier

We saw this very Lego set at the Lego store in the Salt Lake City airport last week, and even I was a little stunned by it.

The build includes a jewelry box that has two interior rooms for staging and/or playing with the included Snow White and Evil Queen figurines. The box comes with a locking chain feature, and there’s also a bracelet that kids can build/decorate to their liking. (FYI, this set has been at this price for a few weeks now, according to our price tracker, but we think it’s still a decent deal.)

My older daughter loves taking pictures and normally she does that with my or my husband’s phone, so a low-fi camera like this one (we got a similar model as a gift last year) has been a godsend and I really wanted to include one on this list. These things are abundant on Amazon, and it took a while to find one that had good reviews and an actual, real Prime Day discount (based on our price tracker data), but I found one, and it’s really cute.

This 1080-pixel camera has multiple zoom settings and flash, and can charge with the include cable. It can take still images or video, and there are digital stickers/filters that kids can add to their images.

While I am personally on the fence about the purchase of this bag, I do have recommend it to my fellow parents out there – it’s a clear winner among moms who do a lot of schlepping with a lot of gear, whether it’s to the pool or a sporting event, and having kept an eye on its sale price for most of the year I can say that discounts are pretty rare. Note that only shimmer purple pictured here and a shiny gray are at the steepest discount. The Turquoise and Caicos and Carolina on my Mind colors are down to $84, which is a pretty meager discount, but worth noting. We just spotted a 25% off lightning deal for the Watermelon Shimmer color, putting the price at $75, but it’s already almost 60% claimed.

Described by HuffPost contributor Martha Tuber as “a veritable poster child for the phrase ‘practical yet stylish,’” this EVA foam tote bag has taken a particular mom set by storm in the past few years. While it’s not cheap, it’s exceedingly functional, by multiple accounts – one HuffPoster who owns one called it “very practical for a schlep with many kids to a body of water... [I]t is 100% waterproof so when it's covered in sand and sunscreen and applesauce pouches you just hose it down.” This large size measures 19 by 14 inches (and a decent nine inches wide) and promises to retain its structure no matter how packed it is.

If you’t deal with the price of the Bogg bag, even on sale, you know that lookalikes abound – and this affordable alternative from Simple Modern has been getting a lot of traction this Prime Day. It’s made of ethylene vinyl acetate that's lightweight, waterproof and easily rinsed and dried off to get every drop of sand off before you get going. The large size is comparable in dimension to the original Bogg, and today it's 30% off.

Promising review: "I never thought I would own a bag like this. Thought they were ugly and overkill….. until I decided to get one because everyone said it is the perfect beach/boat bag! They were right!!! It’s perfect. Fits everything you need for a day at the beach or on the boat. I usually have a couple of towels, snacks koozies, coverup, sunscreen, sunglasses…all the things! The only thing extra I bought was a phone holder, clips for hair ties and a sunflower to put on it. The bag includes a large clear zippered pockets for smaller items. I even love the look of the bag. The color is light so it doesn’t get super hot like a dark colored bag. The holes keep air circulating and it’s easy to clean up and get sand out of it. Plus the price is so much better than other name brands. Seriously do not hesitate on this bag! Even my boyfriend (who originally hated the bag at first sight) decided it was a great purchase and thanked me for buying it! Made a huge difference at the beach and getting in the boat." — Bella Boo

I have long relied on bath bombs as a bedtime-routine tool, and the girls really love them – so I know they will freak out at the opportunity to create their own. This kit includes ingredients and molds for making your own soap or bath bombs (along with surprise charms for hiding inside the bombs, because those things are way more fun when there’s a little trinket in the bath once the orb completely dissolved).

Whoa! Goggles got a sexy new upgrade when no one was looking! (They’ve probably looked like this forever and I just wasn't paying attention.) After swim lessons last summer, I learned that goggles are a.) not at all a necessity and b.) a total novelty that makes them want to get into the pool. Go figure! (My four-year-old also calls them "googles," which absolutely kills me.) This pair from Speedo comes with an adjustable strap and are designed for children aged 3-8.

The Stanley Quencher tumbler is probably the most heralded and internet-famous drinking vessel that manages to gather hordes of thirsty Stanley fans outside of stores for events like limited release color drops. Fans love the vacuum-insulated and stainless steel construction and the advanced FlowState lid that allows drinkers to sip or chug from the rotating lid. For Prime Day, you can get a few colors on sale (like this fuchsia shade and sage green) and hop on the Stanley Quencher train.

This is parenting must for summer days, both for you (the parent) and the kids! I like that it will hold enough water for me and the girls so I don't have. to lug a bunch of individual bottles around.

I actually tried this cleanser after receiving in a freebie PR box that was sent to our office unsolicited, but I liked it so much that I plan to use Prime Day to stock up. And while I recommend that you purchase this 6-ounce size if you don't already have the product, know there's also a 16.9-ounce refill size for the reusable glass bottle this comes in, which is what I am hoping to snag.

Youth to the People’s Superfood Cleanser is a major favorite among shopping experts (our editors included) – it’s received accolades from publications like Allure and Wirecutter for its delightful scent and gentle cleaning power. It’s designed to “respect” the skin barrier, in the words of the brand, thanks to ingredients like glycerin and green tea extract.

Electrolytes are expert-recommended for when you're spending a long amount of time outside on a hot day, so this Liquid I.V. multipack is a smart summer purchase. Shopping writer Griffin Wynne previously wrote about how Liquid I.V. can come in handy, saying, "I got onto it from old friends who are party animals and use it for hangovers. I'm not a big drinker, and just use it on really hot days or when I'm under the weather to get extra hydration in." Running after my kids in the summer heat is a very dehydrating activity and I would love to have these on hand for the days I'm feeling extra-depleted. (So, like, every day.)

Each powder stick contains eight vitamins and nutrients and can hydrate you more quickly than just drinking water. The sticks are also travel-friendly, since they're single-serving, and come in a ton of delicious flavors. FYI: This 4.6-star product has over 105,000 Amazon ratings.

This dollhouse isn’t cheap, but it is significantly more affordable with a generous Prime Day discount. (FYI, the retail price is usually closer to $200, according to our price tracker.) The very extensive layout includes eight rooms and four levels, and stands almost four feet tall when fully assembled. The 100% wood structure also comes with 30 pieces and furniture and accessories — there’s even a tiny treadmill and a claw-foot bathtub.

If you don’t already have the life-size replica of Gabby‘s actual dollhouse, this would be a good time to snag it. Anyone who watches the show with their kids regularly (raises hand) will be familiar with the layout here, but here's a quick rundown for the uninitiated: This 24-inch high cat-themed dollhouse contains seven rooms and a fold-out design for added real estate. Gabby and Pandy figurines are included, along with eight pieces of furniture and a working “cat-a-vator” for moving between floors.

Between phones, laptops, Bluetooth speakers, karaoke microphones and tiny digital cameras, there are just too many damn things to charge and I am constantly struggling to keep track of the variety of cords that go with each item. This 4-in-1 charging cord comes at the recommendation of HuffPost growth strategist Adam Schubak. “I got this from TikTok actually and I'm obsessed,” he wrote. “It's a great way to stay organized with all of your various gadgets since it has adapters for most devices you need to charge.” With USB-A, C, and lightning cable adapters, you can power up a multitude of gadgets with a charging speed that the brand describes as “impossibly fast.”

These crystal-clear containers from Rubbermaid are just... so popular. And they do work very well. I’ve never purchased a set, but have inherited many – it might be time for me to stop adopting these from neighbors and family members and get a set for my own kitchen.

Each of these four containers is constructed from glasslike BPA-free plastic that’s still very sturdy — if you’ve ever brought food home in one of these, you can probably attest to that. The tight locking seal and stackable design also makes these containers great for pantry items.

This see-thru human form comes with 30 flexible replicas of all your innards (bones and organs included), some surgical-looking tools and a map that shows you where they all go. Parents of anatomy-obsessed children (raises hand) will appreciate the detail and learning potential of this interactive toy.

This (roughly) 20-inch tall steel shopping cart looks adorably real – it even features a tiny fold-out seat for your kids’ playthings. There’s a hex key included for easy assembly. “We take ours to the grocery store often and use it for real shopping,” wrote Amazon reviewer RJP. “This is the best grocery cart out there for toddlers/preschoolers. It rolls like a real shopping cart. Very smooth.”

Sharpie markers are a must-have in any household or office for writing notes, coloring, labeling and organization, and it doesn't get more classic than these black fine-tip markers. The ink is fade- and water-resistant and works on paper, metal, plastic and more. Over 49,619 Amazon shoppers have helped these markers earn an unheard of 4.8-star rating on the site.

Magna-Tiles are freaking expensive, but they are a really beloved universal toy that kids will play with for years (at least in my experience) — and the more you have, the more craziness your kids can build, so I feel like it's worth investing in. They store well, too.

Magna-Tiles can be expensive, even on sale, and a lot of parents I know have turned to the cheaper Picasso Tiles, which, according to Reddit, are very similar. (Another thread pointed out that Magna-Tiles’ components are secured via rivet, which makes them more secure – the interior magnets that enable the pieces to attach so easily could be a choking hazard if swallowed.) If that’s not a concern for you, however, please proceed directly to this highly-rated deal – customers call the set “an absolute hit” and a “go-to purchase for Christmas and birthdays.”

This set comes with 100 multicolored pieces that are easy for kids to attach and manipulate into a variety of buildings, structures and patterns

If you’d like to join me fully down the rabbit hole of magnetic building toys, you've come to the right place. A third option that I've seen floating around Amazon for a while is this set of rainbow-hued building cubes, which also look like a lot of fun and could assuage the fears of anyone who’s concerned about the delicacy of Picasso Tiles or the price of Magna-Tiles. You get 42 pieces in this set, and reviewers say they’re about an inch square. A few also said that the magnet is loose inside, which creates a rattling sound that kids seem to enjoy. Note: Based on the typical price we’re seeing on our price tracker, the real discount here is closer to 20% off.

Touchland's Power Mist hand sanitizer first made an impact with its incredibly sleek packaging that feels satisfying in the palm and its gentle, ultra-fine mist. It stayed an icon because the formulation is a far cry from the drying and sticky-feeling gel-based sanitizers that you're probably used to. It also doesn't have that strong alcohol smell. My colleague Tessa Flores swears by these hand mists because they feel refreshing on the skin, don't irritate her chronic eczema, and she love all the fun scents to choose from. They are on the expensive side for a hand sanitizer, which makes a deal like this something worth taking advantage of.

My kids have become obsessed with hand sanitizer – I don’t know why, maybe a sensory thing? It can actually come in handy at times, and these mists from Touchland smell so nice.

These mini princess dolls are like currency at playdates – inevitably, we end up coming home with an extra one and existing ones frequently get left behind. We usually end up purchasing them individually as little one-off treats for special occasions, but I’ve never seen the complete assortment in one place.

This 12-pack includes the full lineup of all the current Disney princesses – we don’t need to list them all for you, but you’ll recognize classic millennial favorites like Ariel and Jasmine alongside the newer guard of royalty (Rapunzel, Moana, etc). Each of the posable figures comes with a removable skirt so that kids can mix and match their costumes.

This broad-spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen is infused with vitamin E and is compliant with Hawaii Act 104, meaning it doesn’t contain any oxybenzone or octinoxate. Sun Bum is a reader-favorite brand with a number of offerings on sale for Prime Day.

I can personally vouch for the fact that it’s super easy to apply – the kids will even do it themselves because the roller is kind of novelty.

After months of hemming and hawing about this purchase, I impulse-bought this speaker from my neighborhood electronics store and I do not regret it one bit! My kids love listening to music while we walk to school (or now, camp) and my husband or I will often play it from our phones, but the sound quality and logistics there are not ideal – they always want to hold the source of the music, and I don't love handing my phone off. Now, they love holding the speaker – and fighting over who’s in charge of it, of course – and blasting Black Sabbath or the ‘Frozen’ soundtrack while we stroll along. I love that its waterproof, too – this means we will be able to listen to podcasts during bathtime, which is one of our favorite evening activities.

With an IP67 waterproof rating and an up-to-5-hour battery life, this palm-sized Bluetooth speaker is a outdoor must-have – and at only $30 right now, it's a complete steal. Reviews on the sound quality are overwhelmingly positive, too – something I can attest to as well.

With six characters available to play (Dad, Mum, Bluey, Bingo, Muffin, or Socks), there are plenty of opportunities to get the whole family involved in this special edition of Candyland, designed after what Vulture called “the best kids’ show of our time.” “Bluey”-specific updates include “dance mode” cards and a special magic xlyophone that can freeze other players and force them to skip turns. (Use this card at your own risk when playing with toddlers or preschoolers.)

Everyone is certainly sick of hearing me sing the praises of these un-smelly, endlessly reusable and hardworking cleanup cloths, so I won't say much other than to advise you to buy them. Your cleanup routine is about the change for the better. These cellulose/cotton blend cloths comes in a pack of three and are printed with a variety of cheerful patterns, including this retro kitchen design.

If you need something a little more heavy-duty than Swedish dishcloths, keep reading. The Scrub Daddy sponge is a magical household scrubbing tool that promises to be resistant to odors, unlike traditional sponges, and won't scratch surfaces while also being tough on messes. A viral innovation that first made waves when it appeared on Shark Tank, Scrub Daddy's unique texture and polymer foam material change from firm to soft based on water temperature, while the holes are great for cleaning smaller utensils. This discounted eight-pack also includes four Scrub Mommy sponges, which are a combination of the original scrubbing material and a foam material on the other side that generates suds.

These jean shorts from Levi’s are also exactly what I need on long and extremely hot summer days. The wider leg opening is going to be a lot more comfortable than a fitted one when the temperature outside is pushing 90 degrees.

The “baggy” 94 silhouette is a newer one from Levi’s and incorporates a medium rise with a roomy leg. You can get the 100% cotton style in sizes 24-34 and five washes.

Stave off mosquitoes without the harsh stench of bug spray using Thermacell's rechargeable repeller, which creates a 20-foot protection zone. The portable device can get to work in as fast as 15 minutes and this version can provide up to nine hours of protection.

This time of year is tough for my sweet-blooded older daughter, who has a tendency to get eaten alive during bug season. I'm hoping this device will help when we’re trying to eat dinner outside or spend some time at our notorious mosquito-ridden playground.

A few toddler parents in our Slack room debated the age-appropriate-ness of the Toniebox speaker. (Too young for a two-year-old, for example?) My children have had only brief interactions with this delightfully screen-free toy — which enables kids to play songs and stories from the speaker by placing a magnetic figurine on top — but their reactions have been quite enthusiastic, and I've been thinking about taking the plunge on one of these for quite some time.

I thought for the longest time that eye patches were snake oil, and maybe they still are – but I cannot deny their effectiveness after a night of minimal sleep. There’s something about putting them on after I wake up that makes me look and feel more alive. There are a bunch of options on sale for Prime Day, but I’m eyeing this 30-pack from Mario Badescu. I like the sound of the ingredients.

These silicone undereye patches are infused with hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, caffeine, and tiger grass. The 30-pack comes with a spatula for hygienically removing each teardrop-shaped , and the brand advises leaving each one on for 15-20 minutes.

After much brush-related hemming and hawing, I did end up getting this detangling brush for my girls before a trip earlier this year, and I'm happy to say it really does work. I use it at home and when we’re traveling – even thought it's a full-size brush, it's lightweight and compact enough to fit in a small purse. I love having this on hand after we go to the pool. (Paired with this excellent Shea Moisture detangler, of course.)

This is another parenting product that I will never shut up about, so I won't say too much today — other than please do yourself a favor and get these for your toddler or preschooler for that upcoming family reunion, dinner party, car ride or plane trip. My only critique of these activity books — which feature coloring pages that are activated with only water! — is that Melissa & Doug need to come out with more designs because my kids have exhausted what seems like every single one. The appeal somehow hasn't worn off on this one despite it being a favorite since the toddler years.

It's a parental rule that you can never have too many Stasher bags. Snacks, toys, toiletries — every kid-related (or life-related) thing under the sun can be, well, stashed in these handy little reusable vessels. This 4-piece set includes a 1-gallon bag, two sandwich-sized bags and one snack bag.

If your cleaning routine involves vacuuming and then mopping, you need the Tineco Floor One Stretch S6, which does both jobs simultaneously. This vacuum uses fresh water to clean out stains and deep clean while the powerful suction gets up any debris in its path. The Tineco Floor One Stretch6 can lay completely flat, enabling you to suck up debris in hard-to-get spaces, like under the couch or bed. It’s also cordless, which makes it easier to use.

We’re a little too old for a water table like this... or at least that’s what I thought until my kids encountered it at their friends’ house and wouldn’t stop playing with it.

This whimsical water world is designed for kids ages ~2 and up, and comes with a slew of fantasy-tinged accessories for manipulating a truly timeless plaything: water. The basic will hold up to five gallons of the wet stuff and stands 32 inches high when fully assembled. It comes with 12 accessories, including three ponies.

Have you ever lost something — luggage, your keys, a backpack — and thought, “Man, I can’t wait until a Jetsons-style future when I can immediately push a button to know where my belongings are, and track them with a small techy device until I find them again?”

Welcome to the here and now. Apple’s AirTags do exactly that, making them a tiny yet must-have travel companion — so it’s no wonder they’ve been a consistent bestseller here at HuffPost. Each AirTag can ping its own location, so when you attach it to one of your belongings, you can track that item via Apple’s Find My app, which is available in the cloud and on Apple devices like iPhones, laptops and more. Through Find My, you can even tell your AirTag to play a sound so it’s easier to find. Today, we spotted a 4-pack of these magic tags for a whopping 31% off, making them the cheapest price we've seen in months, if not ever.

The targeted body cream utilizes a patented triple-peptide blend to help improve skin's elasticity and minimize the appearance of thin, crepey skin. We've previously been told by experts that peptides are skin care ingredients that act as building blocks of proteins. Improving levels of collagen and elastin can combat skin laxity. The cream also contains murumuru seed butters to deeply hydrate, while turmeric root extract works to brighten dull and uneven skin tone. This one review was relatable: “It changed my life. [I'm] now wearing shorts.”

A professional cleaner once told me, anecdotally, that this is the best mop — and there are quite a few reviews that back this up. It's actually one of the highest-reviewed products that I have ever seen on Amazon —146,509 reviewers have given it five stars.

These pants are a HuffPost reader favorite, and if you haven't gotten your own pair already, you're missing out. (I don't personally own them, but given their reported comfort and quick-dry capabilities, they seem like the perfect parenting pant to me.) They're water-resistant, breathable, and oh-so-comfortable with an elastic drawstring waist and adjustable cuffs to keep out bugs. That's not even to mention the four pockets, which are (unfortunately) a true luxury, especially in women's fashion. They're available in a bunch of colors, three fit types (petite, tall, and regular), and seven sizes (XS-3XL) in women's, and five colors, two fit types and six sizes (S-3XL) in men's (though only the women's are on sale right now).