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Sometimes the best treat you can gift yourself is a gadget that will save you time *and* brain cells.

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Promising review: "This Pink Miracle is just that! A miracle worker! My kids leave their sneakers filthy, and I have to wash them often; for that, this product is fantastic! However, I just found something else they work fabulously on, ballet slippers. Yup. My daughter is about to switch from full slippers to half soles, but needed to get the recital out of her current slippers. I honestly did not want to spend $30 for just one performance, but her slippers were filthy. I decided to try the Pink Miracle on them and risk if they got damaged. Well, I added pink miracle to the brush with water and began to scrub the soles carefully, and voila! Perfectly clean soles and tops! I cleaned the leather tops with a cloth. Saved me $30! Love this stuff, a little goes a long way." —Soleil

Get it from Amazon for $18.97+ (available in three sizes).

Don't forget the MomCozy detergent tablets!

Promising reviews: "This bottle, pump parts washer, sterilizer, and dryer saved my life. If you have a small kitchen or want to save time while washing, sterilizing, and drying bottles, this is definitely worth considering. It doesn’t take much space and is easy to carry. I have been using it every day for almost a year, and it still works very well. There are two wash cycles: Rapid takes 19 minutes, and normal takes 29 minutes. Sterilizing takes 10 minutes, and drying takes 60 minutes. It fits up to eight bottles, including both small and tall bottles." —Celine

"I’m officially 10 days postpartum, and all I can say about this product is THANK GOD! I run this machine on average three times a day! If this thing were to break down on me, I would literally cry. It saves me SO MUCH TIME! I’m so happy I invested in this machine! It has made my days as an FTM so much easier! I would highly recommend it!" —Sydney

Get it from Amazon for $299.99 (available in two colors).

Puracy is a family-owned small business dedicated to creating natural and organic formulas that are not only effective but also safe for kids and pets. Aside from food stains, this spray also does a number on all other miscellaneous spots in your life, like wine, coffee, makeup, and period blood!

Promising review: "I was intrigued by this product; it has good reviews. But I had tried other products that had not worked for us. So I decided to try it. We have laundry every day. Our special-needs boy drools on his shirts, and many detergents do not completely remove the stains. Always having to leave clothes in soapy water overnight that can fade the clothes, and some stains still won’t come out. I decided to leave them pre-treated for up to eight hours (max). I sprayed the solution on his shirts and scrubbed them mildly with a gentle brush or an old toothbrush. Leave it on the washer overnight and turn the washer on the next morning. To my surprise, all of the stains were gone and the colors were bright. I was in disbelief, so I did it again with black clothes and washed them with Woolite dark colors (my regular detergent for blacks), and they came out really nice and dark. My son had sensitive skin, and I was afraid it would be a problem, but he is not affected by it, and I love the scent. I thought the price was a bit high, but it had saved me from buying new clothes. I think it is worth the price if it can save some of our favorite pieces of clothing." —Jenni

Get it from Amazon for $6.98+ (also available as a pen and in multipacks). 

Promising reviews: "This is a must on baby registries!!! I have tried a handful of options, and by FAR this is the BEST!!!! It has saved me time with the after-bath clean up and mess! I love it!! Wish I would have found it sooner!!" —sj8687

"If your child is like mine, then you probably have 10+ toys for bath time. This basket makes it so much easier for space and convenience. Before I was tossing the toys in the sink, but that wasn’t working out. Don’t hesitate. This helped me organize my little ones' toys and saved me space and time to get them organized once bath time was done." —louie

Promising review: "With a toddler, two dogs, and wood floors, this is one of the best purchases I have made in recent memory. It's surprisingly powerful for a hand vac, and it saves me from having to drag out the full-size vacuum. I also love the lithium battery. It is so much better and more convenient than a Ni-Cad. It retains full power until it is discharged. I use it in the car, stairs, and all around the house, and it never loses suction." —dhj

Promising review: "This comes in handy! From my baby dropping things to him throwing things as he got older. Easy to use. Wipe down and make sure it dries before he sticks it back in his mouth. He’s thrown pacifiers, toys, and bottles, and this has saved me. I use this for other things as well, such as wiping tables or chairs. The towels are small, so I have to use a few. I have some that have been opened and forgotten about and are still moist. Love that it’s fragrance free and doesn’t leave a sticky residue. Towels are on the smaller and thinner side, but it does the job." —Mimi

Promising review: "As a dance mom, you never know where you're going to get stuck steaming your kid's costumes. The long cord saved me as I needed to hang costumes from a doorway and was quite far from the plug. Five stars for the long cord!! Warms up quickly and cools down just as fast. Once you dump the water out, no worries, as it cools off by the time I make it back to her dance bag. I can steam about six costumes per max fill." —Chrissy Quintana

Get it from Amazon for $25.98+ (available in eight colors).

Promising reviews: "Love this! It makes sweeping so much easier — just sweep debris toward it, and it sucks everything right up. The suction power is strong, and it saves me from constantly bending over with a dustpan. Perfect for quick cleanups with kids and pets. It’s a little loud, but that’s expected with the suction power. Overall, it’s a huge timesaver and one of my favorite home gadgets!" —Whit

Get it from Amazon for $169 (available in three colors).

Promising reviews: "If you have messy kids this product will be your savior! It works. Clean-up is a little difficult, but using the right tool, it will clean easily. Highly recommend it!" —Belinda Guevara

 "Super easy to set up and get ready, all I had to do was stick the connector to the wall and let it sit. I put mine up in the morning, let it sit all day while I ran some errands, then came home and put the actual toothbrush holder up on it. Rock solid, even after my kid pulled on it. The toothpaste feature is easy to use, and it saves me a lot of counter/drawer space." —Heather

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three sizes and two colors). 

The kit comes with a 10-ounce cleaner and polish bottle, a scrubbing pad, and a razor.

Promising review: "This stuff works great, especially with the scrub pad. My kid burnt milk on my glass stove top. I tried cleaning it, but it was taking so long with very little results. Bought this kit and bam, I was finished in no time! Lifesaver." —Michelle Francisco

Here's a TikTok of the Car Guy's upholstery cleaner in action!

Promising review: "AMAZING!! This stuff is the greatest thing to ever happen to my car. No scrubbing at all, spray and wipe! I have three kids who constantly put their shoes on my seats, and I haven’t cleaned them in close to a year (embarrassing), but finally did, and I am obsessed. Definitely buy this stuff, don’t even try anything else! Saves time and money." —Mommyof3

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising reviews: "I hardly write reviews, not because I don't want to, but because I have never have the time. I made time for this. I spent hours reviewing different carpet cleaners, reading reviews, and watching videos for the perfect carpet cleaner. I decided to get this little green lifesaver because it had everything that I needed. I have to say it does such a great job. The suction is good, and the size is perfect for my needs. We have a puppy and carpet everywhere. This thing has saved me from having a few meltdowns from my puppy having accidents, and my kids spilling drinks. I totally recommend it for cleaning up messes. I want to say that I didn't get this for stain remover; I specifically got this to suck up as much liquid from a spill or accident. So far, this baby is a lifesaver!" —Jennifer Machado

Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in three styles).

Promising reviews: "I just received this today, and so far I am loving it! I live about 10 minutes away from Lake Michigan, and all around my house is sand, sand, and more sand. This stuff is horrible! I live in a sandbox...not joking! I have three kids, two large long-haired dogs, and one small long-haired dog. These guys are constantly running in and out of the house, bringing in tons of sand. This broom didn't miss a beat; it got all of the sand and dog hair with no problem. I have been searching for an easier way to clean my floors. What took me a couple of hours with a normal broom took me about 30 minutes with this one. I was totally amazed. The only drawback I found is that it does not work well with my dustpan, so I just used my old broom to clean up the piles. No big deal, it still saved me a ton of time. If you have a sand or a dog hair problem like I do, you should get this broom." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in two styles).

Promising review: "LOVE THIS. My kids colored all over our very light walls, and I was tired of spending hours scrubbing with magic erasers. The pink stuff has made our walls look perfect again. 🙌🏼 A definite need for anyone with kids. This has saved me so much time, and it does a better job than anything else I’ve tried!" —Allee Raines

Get it from Amazon for $5.97 (also available as a two-pack and in a bundle with a Sqeezy Scrubber Sponge).

Check out this TikTok of the Folex Carpet Spot Remover to see it in action! 

Promising reviews: "I’ve cleaned up red wine, chocolate, and unfortunately, visiting dog urine. It all came out amazingly well! I thought I would have to call the experts, but my daughter saved me several hundred dollars by recommending Folex. Her friends with children all knew about it. I know why now! My cream dining chairs look great again!" —Dmor

"My MIL told me about this product, and it has saved my white couch from my dog and toddler!! Stains come out so easily from chocolate to mud, you name it." —Ryan Ponton

Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in six sizes).

Check out a full write-up of this "witchcraft and magic" here!

Promising reviews: "The viral raspberry-stain videos aren’t edited — this stuff actually works that well. It’s become a staple in our house, and I use it just as much for my husband and me as I do for the kids. It lifts stains fast and has saved so many outfits I thought were ruined. I’ll buy this again and again, and it’s one of those products I love gifting to other parents because everyone ends up obsessed. An absolute must-have." —McKenzie Richins

"I bought this based on a recommendation from a friend, and I’m so glad I did! This stuff works great, and really gets out stains. I don’t use it in replacement of my laundry stain treatment, but rather in addition to my usual laundry treatment. I throw one in my diaper bag and one in my car, and I’m able to quickly treat stains on the go before they set in. I have used it on everything from blowouts to pasta sauce! By treating the stain right away, it saves me time and energy trying to get out the stain hours later after it’s already set in. Love this stuff, will always have it with me now! Love the small compact bottle I can take anywhere with me!" —Alison

Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in various sizes and multipacks).

Promising review: "Mom lifesaver. We rent a house that has textured tiles and is a HUGE pain to mop. I can't use a sponge mop, and running around with a dripping yarn mop was a nightmare. This mop was a game changer. I can mop all over the house, spin out excess water, and keep going! Also saved me when my daughter's bathroom toilet overflowed. I was able to clean up the water without having to use towels. Just tossed the mop head into a bleach wash and good as new. I recommend this mop to everyone I know." —Samantha C

Look, I traditionally have hated cleaning the floors, but I'm being totally for real with you when I say that this makes everything (ESPECIALLY MOPPING) way easier on my poor chore-adverse psyche. I've got enough to do in my day without adding *deal with gross mop water* to the list, and this eliminates the need for that completely. 

Promising review: "Wow, after having a baby, this vacuum has saved me sooo much time. I love it." —Amazon Customer

Promising reviews: "Our two granddaughters, 7 and 16, live with us. Both have waist-length hair. These little gadgets have saved us thousands in plumbing bills in our tubs, showers, and sinks. Shove them into a slow drain, twist, and out comes blobs of hair. I’m 72 years old, and it is truly that easy. I keep extras on hand." —Candace

Promising review: "It saves me so much time. Having a dog and a toddler keeps the floors kind of messy, and this is the perfect cleaner for that. I bought reusable pads, and that saves money, too. The smell is strong, but I have an open space, so it doesn't linger." —MarLC

Get it from Amazon for $16.94 (clip the coupon on the product page to get this price). 

Promising review: "I have two messy kids and two indoor/outdoor dogs that Never. Stop. Shedding. This is handling it like a champ. Yes, I need to maintain the roller (because there is an unholy amount of hair in my house). That is fine. It pops out super easily, I detangle it, pop it back in, and she's good to go. It has saved me so much time and kept the floor so much cleaner than I've been able to. I am so glad I decided to pick the Eufy. Sure, it doesn't have a fancy app, but you know what that means? No more screwing around trying to troubleshoot an app. That alone will save me hours per month. Yes, she bumps into things, but she gets the job done. I'll happily get a little agility training in dodging a vacuum that helps me clean the house." —Aonadharcach

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