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  • 100+ Best Early Prime Day Deals To Shop Ahead of Time

    Amazon Prime Day/Big Deals Days is almost here! The highly anticipated shopping event runs October 8-9, with savings to be had across the board. If you want to beat the rush—and in case coveted items go out of stock—it's a good idea to start hitting the deals early. These deals are exclusive to Prime members, but if you aren't one, no worries. You can sign up for a free 30-day trial and get free shipping along with it.

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  • Our Favorite Amazon Prime Day Deals on Baby Stuff for Every Family

    Prime Big Deal Days is almost here! Year after year, Amazon Prime Day deals on baby stuff have offered parents and parents-to-be a great way to stock up and save on all the essentials, and this time is no exception. In July, Amazon held its annual Prime Day for 48 hours—and now, the retailer is kicking off holiday shopping with a second two-day event named Prime Big Deal Days.

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  • The 8 Best Baby Gates to Keep Your Little Explorers Safe, Tested and Reviewed

    Welcoming a baby into your family means welcoming a whole bunch of stuff—while some items are simply nice to have, others are absolutely essential. Baby gates are vital to keeping babies and toddlers away from areas in your home you can’t fully child-proof, such as stairs, fireplaces, and other hazards. It's imperative that you get your baby gates up and secure as soon as (or hopefully before) your baby starts to move around independently.

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  • Good Housekeeping's 2024 Parenting Awards

    In search of the best gear for babies, kids and caregivers, the Good Housekeeping Institute experts — including engineers, chemists, fiber scientists, registered dietitians, parenting editors and more — put hundreds of items through the wringer. We also enlisted the help of more than 200 at-home parent testers, who used the products in their daily lives for weeks before sharing their in-depth feedback.

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  • Best Toddler Bed Rails, According to Parents

    Childhood is full of milestone moments. One of the biggest transitions your little one will make in those all-important early years is moving to their very own big-kid bed. Whether you opt to move your little one to a traditional toddler bed or a twin mattress, a toddler bed rail can be a great addition to their new sleep setup.

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  • The Best Pack and Plays and Playards, Tested by Active Kiddos

    A baby pack and play offers a safe, enclosed space for playtime and sleep. Check out our top picks—including this year's Best of The Bump winners.

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  • The Best Toddler Bed Rails To Keep Kids From Rolling Out Of Bed

    Toddler bed rails create a partial barrier on the open sides of a bed, lowering the risk of your previously crib-bound tot from falling onto the floor. Bed rails can also help your toddler feel a little more secure and cozy after leaving a crib with four enclosed sides.

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  • The 100+ Best Amazon Prime Day Deals You Can't Miss

    Amazon Prime Day is here! Our editors are scouring Amazon to keep this page updated with the best deals you don't want to miss.

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  • Hey Parents, We Found the 78 Best Amazon Prime Day Baby Deals for Up to 81% Off

    As parents, we want to give our babies the very best, but baby gear costs add up quickly. Now that Prime Day 2024 is officially underway, Amazon is dropping thousands of baby deals on everything from strollers and car seats to baby clothes and toys.

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  • The Best Pack and Plays According to Our Baby Gear Expert

    Pack and plays, also known as play yards or playpens, can really streamline the first few months of life with your little one. Thankfully, playards today are heavily-regulated items, with Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) guidelines testing them regularly to ensure that they won't tip over, trap, or otherwise hurt a baby, and that they match the parameters stated by the manufacturer. That being said, there's a lot that goes into a pack and play decision, and a ton of different styles, so it's best to have all the facts before making a purchase.

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  • Best Amazon Prime Day Baby Deals Every Parent Should Know About

    We’re diving into summer savings with these incredible Amazon Prime Day baby deals. Year over year, Amazon Prime Day baby deals have offered parents and parents-to-be a great way to stock up and save on all the baby essentials.

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  • 50 Best Early Prime Day Deals to Shop Right Now

    In case you haven’t heard, Amazon Prime Day 2024 is right around the corner: Tuesday, July 16, and Wednesday, July 17, to be exact. Prime Day is arguably more exciting than Black Friday: In addition to comparable massive discounts, I can shop from the comfort of my home, and everything I order ships quickly (and for free) thanks to my Prime membership. It’s also one of the best times for parents to stock up for the school year ahead, shop for new additions to the family, and snag many of the best Amazon deals of the season.

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