Editor’s Picks: May 2024

It's May which means it's Mother's Month aka Mother's Day is quickly approaching. And what better way to make sure mom is happy than to make sure she has all the home gadgets and items to make home life a bit easier and manageable.

We've compiled all of our favorite home essentials that make tasks like mopping just a bit easier and might we say simple? If mom is just looking for some much-needed rest, we've also included some must-haves to get the best quality sleep.

Summer Necessity: Takeya Actives Kids Glow in the Dark Water Bottle with Straw Lid

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This glow in the dark water bottle is perfect for keeping your kids hydrated these summer months whether they're outside horse-playing or helping dad out with the yard work. The leak-proof straw lid and powder coated bottle allows little hands to sip without hassle and even fits into most cup holders for road trips.

Takeya also has some more grown-up options — and they all include personalization, which makes a perfect gift for the kids in your life and, of course, for dad as well!

Takeya water bottles

Summer Necessity: Sunshine & Glitter SeaStar Sparkle SPF 50 Party Cake with Rainbow Biodegradable Glitter

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SeaStar Sparkle Sunscreen

What better way to "wow" your mini-me than with glitter sunscreen. No need to beg your kids to wear sunscreen or remind them to reapply. The super fun sparkle sunscreen is nourishing on little kids' skin and filled with antioxidants. Moms can rest because it also provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection with 80 minutes of water resistance. What more could you ask for in a sunscreen?

CeraVe Products

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Father’s Day is all about appreciating and honoring dad for his relationship with his little ones. This set of CeraVe Baby products is perfect for Father’s Day, because it allows dad to bond with his baby, whether that’s during bathtime, diaper changes, or throughout the day. Developed with Pediatric Dermatologists, CeraVe Baby products are formulated with three essential ceramides to help maintain baby’s skin barrier.

Summer Necessity: Paw Patrol My First Instant Camera

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If your little one has shown an interest in capturing photos, the outdoors is their oyster. Take them on a journey in your backyard or a near by park and let them have their way with the Paw Patrol Instant Camera. The easy-to-use camera captures photos and instantly prints them.

Summer Necessity: Connetix Pastel Creative Pack

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Want to keep your kiddos busy? The Connetix Pastel Creative Pack will keep their minds busy as theu play with beautiful magnetic tile set that enoucrages open-ended play and imagination. The strong tiles allows kids to explore and build endlessly.

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