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If cleaning and tidying feels like trying to empty the ocean every day, this is for you.

I've been a BuzzFeed Contributor since 2020 and I'm always on the lookout for products that are the perfect blend of form and function — especially if it's in the realms of parenting, travel, and home goods and décor.

Promising review: "Dawn has for many years been my go-to product for washing dishes in our home. With the many small children in the home, knowing that it is safe to use on marine animals when they are in danger, it is also a relief knowing that it is safe when you have a houseful of small children. This version of Dawn goes further than just washing dishes I use it to clean my microwave inside and out, I have stainless-steel appliances and it cleans the refrigerator to quick shine, the top of my stove is an easy clean, and counters as well. Just a quick spritz, a damp sponge, and a paper towel dry, and you are done." —Linda Shaw

Get it from Amazon for $8.44+ (available in three sizes, three scents, and multipacks).

Promising review: "I love this little hanging net for my son’s favorite stuffed animals. It helped declutter and organize my son’s room, all while perfectly displaying his most memorable stuffed animals. It was also pretty easy to assemble. I’d definitely recommend this product, especially for any parent!" —Raven

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in six sizes and 11 colors).

Promising reviews: "My parents always had a can around. Why did it take me so long to figure out how great this product is?" —Starla Reimers

"This is UNBELIEVABLE. I don’t know what kind of sorcery this is, but this worked so well I can’t believe it. I just got these new stainless steel pots and pans, and I'm still learning how to cook with them. For a big stain/burn on one, and holy crap, I cannot believe how easy it came off. Would 10/10 recommend looking at the before and after!" —Elaina R. Morris

Get it from Amazon for $7.02+ (available in three quantities).

Promising review: "So this turned up today, and I am really pleased with it! It’s a nice size. Easy to put together. I plan on stenciling my kids' initials on the bags so they have their own bag for laundry. I can’t wait to start using it!" —Angelique4net

Get it from Amazon for $38.87+ (available in five colors).

Promising review: "Great product. A must-have in a household with kids. Great on living room wide windows, storm doors, and mirrors. I even used it on my fridge for all the fingerprints my kids leave on it. I truly recommend it. Does not leave any residue or streaks." —Erick Barcarcel

Get it from Amazon for $13.85+ (also available with a microfiber cloth and in multipacks).

Promising review: "This makes it so easy for my kids to grab their water bottles before practice. We used to have to hunt for items in the cupboard, and it always turned into my job because no one else could find anything. This has solved a few pain points in our household." —alicia wittman

Get it from Amazon for $24.59+ (available in two widths and with two or three shelves).

Promising review: "These are fantastic if you have children with fingers!! Our kids love touching everything but the handles on our fridge door." —Steve Schinsky

Promising review: "I bought this for my 2-year-old grandson, who was constantly pulling all of the books from his conventional bookshelf until he found the one he wanted. We keep his favorites on this book rack now, and he grabs the one he wants without making a mess. Even after a month of use, he is still very proud that he can get and return the book to the rack all by himself. 

As far as size and durability, it is constructed exactly as listed in the description and the perfect size for toddlers. When I finished assembling it, it was not the least bit wobbly. The cross bars are very sturdy and set into the interior of the support boards. The nylon fabric is easy to clean if messy hands get to it before we get to the messy hands. Very, very happy with this purchase!" —Mother KJ

Get it from Amazon for $28.49+ (available in 15 colors and patterns).

Promising review: "THIS STUFF IS SERIOUSLY THE BEST EVER!!!! My kids are mess makers. They color on walls, floors, etc. This stuff gets it out!! My son absolutely loves to bring his *metal* cars in our porcelain tub. I tried everything to get it out — bleach, Magic Eraser, soap, etc. Nothing worked. Then I tried this, and it CAME OUT IN 5 SECONDS! It also gets out the yucky stuff off the burner! 😱 I'm very passionate about the Pink Stuff, as you can tell, but I seriously love this stuff. I will recommend this every day for the rest of my life." —Abby Woodbury

Get it from Amazon for $5.97+ (also available in a two-pack and a bundle with a scrubber sponge).

Promising review: "My son started kindergarten, and this is a big help for my husband and me. It's so nice having one less thing to stress about in the morning. It also helps my son to recognize the days of the week and how many days we have left. The sleeves are a good size for smaller clothing, pockets seem pretty durable. I had some issues with the door, which was hanging on closing, but I then moved it. Easy to use and a good value." —Deanna

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two colors).

Promising review: "Best purchase ever. I have two messy toddlers, and it cleans every mess with ease. I love how light it is, and how you can self-clean it with the attachment, and it leaves my carpets so soft and clean, and dry. I recommend getting it for anyone who has kids!!!" —Rose abdulrida

Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (originally $129.99, also available in a mini version in three colors).

Promising review: "Looking for a way to get organized in a way that your kids can keep up with? These mesh bags are great for Legos and all sorts of toys with loads of small pieces, puzzles, art sets, you name it. We've purchased these for our home and have given these as gifts." —Maggie S

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in five styles).

Promising review: "I bought this product a month ago, and it does not disappoint me. This stuff is great. It works for small spaces. It looks more organized, and it doesn’t get in my way when I'm working in the kitchen. I could fit five Dr. Brown's bottles with all their pieces. And it's durable. It looks like it's going to last a long time for me. I recommend it. It's a little more expensive than other bottle drying racks, but I would get this one." —Jari

Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "I keep coming back for these for the effectiveness and value! I wash all kinds of grubby kids' clothes (raising explorers who aren't afraid of dirt and mud) and dogs (so much fur). This helps me feel that gunk isn't building up and just freshen everything up about once a month (or as-needed after a particular load like after cleaning camping gear)." —NomadicShopperTX

Get it from Amazon for $11.98+ (available in three quantities).

Promising review: "I LOVE this mat. I can fit five pairs of shoes (two adults and three kids) on here. I love that it's rubber, so I don't have to worry about it scratching my floor. The raised edges keep the dirt on the mat rather than in my kitchen. I have the kids take off their sports shoes and muddy boots and put them right on the mat to keep from tracking dirt/mud through the house." —DrT

Get it from Amazon for $14.38+ (available in two sizes and two colors).

Promising review: "I recently tried Miss Mouth's stain remover spray, and I am impressed! This spray effortlessly removed tough stains on my clothes, leaving them spotless. This spray has removed oil stains from cooking, baby formula, breastmilk stains from newborn spit-ups, and many other stains — the list is long. We have yet to find a stain that this spray doesn't tackle. Its pleasant scent and quick action make it a must-have for anyone dealing with messy eaters or accidental spills." —Tiffany B.

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

Promising review: "This is a fantastic way to create responsibility and accountability for kids. My 8-year-old has been able to manage her time this summer. We have different lists depending on the day. This saved our summer!" —Elise

Price: $9.98 (available in three sizes and six styles)

Promising review: "I need baby/kid-safe wipes, so the traditional Clorox doesn't work for me. I was using Clorox compostable, but they’ve become impossible to find, so I decided to try these by Seventh Generation. I already use a few household products from the brand, but I had not seen the wipes in stores. We’ve been using these for over a week now, and we are very pleased with their wipes! The smell is great, and they get the job done. They’re kid safe, which is most important for me!" —Basic

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $17.97 (also available individually and in a seven-pack).

Promising review: "Best purchase I’ve made for my sanity. My boys love Legos and just keep getting more and more. The only problem is that they would end up everywhere, scattered all throughout their room. This allows my kids to dump the Legos to see them all, and cleanup is a breeze! Would highly recommend!" —Benjamin Perez

Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in four colors).

Promising review: "We bought this because my son’s bathtub drain was completely clogged. My husband has cleaned it out numerous times, but it keeps clogging with my kids' hair. This time around, I wanted to get something that we could use that would be easier than him having to go through all the trouble of opening up the drain and making a giant mess. I bought this, and my 18-year-old son did it himself. He said it was super easy, and it got a ton of hair. It worked like a charm. I would absolutely recommend this." —Melissa M

Get a five-pack from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in a 10-pack).

Promising review: "This was better than I ever thought that it would be, it’s still to this day months later standing straight up in perfect condition and does its purpose well. We have three kids, and it helps save space for backpacks, purses, coats, jackets, shoes, sandals, boots, slides, throw blankets, hats, belts, etc. It fits and can hold a lot! Definitely one of my fave purchases 10/10!" —Maddie_K

Get it on Amazon for $79.99 (originally $99.99).

Promising review: "Whoever invented this thing is a genius. And I am mad I didn't think of it! That being said, if you have the room in a drawer, closet, or panty and like organization, I strongly suggest purchasing one of these. It comes with stickers so you get to choose which bags go where, and if you are like me, and buy a ton of sandwich-sized ones, you can use two slots for those. My kids can also easily grab a bag without pulling them all out and me finding them all over the floor. The top slides off for easy sandwich-bag-filling, too. This is one of those no-brainer purchases." —Ginger DiStefano

Get it from Amazon for $22.78+ (available in seven finishes).

Promising review: "We have two small kids, a preschooler and a toddler. They both spill food constantly, and this handheld vacuum is always at arm's reach. I use it to pick up Cheerios and other food from inside my toddler's high chair and food that my preschooler drops on the ground. I also use it to vacuum pet hair from our couch with the brush attachment. The other day, I cleaned the inside of my car with it. It really is a handy tool to have, and my sister, mom, and MIL have all purchased one since being at my house." —Valerie Jacobs

Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (originally $129.99, available in five colors). 

Promising review: "As the name suggests, it really is magic. All my house walls had drawings from crayons, markers, and pencils, and this removed them completely. It also cleaned the dirt and marks from my doors very easily. I was surprised how quickly it worked without much effort. Highly recommended for anyone with kids or for cleaning tough wall stains." —Robin

Promising review: "I've been thinking about creating a snack/breakfast corner for the kids, and this seemed like the perfect addition...it definitely was. The quality of the product is really good and sturdy. It is extremely easy to assemble. Super easy for the kids to use. It has a lid on the bottom to ensure the cereal stays fresh and, just in case you're wondering, it fits an 8.9-ounce box of cereal, and there's still space for more." —Simply Dei

Get a set of two from Amazon for $41.02.

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Promising review: "I purchased three of them and absolutely love the amount of storage they provide!! We are a homeschool family and have a ton of curriculum, art supplies, and general craft items. We needed a ton of storage, and this offered it! This photo is right after I put them together, so they're not very organized, but once we really utilized the space, we were able to fit so much! I love the look of it too! They were pretty easy to put together, and my kids were even able to help! They're heavy and good quality!" —Sarah Lynn

Get it from Amazon for $119.99+ (available in 3, 4, 6, or 9 cube configurations and in four colors).

Promising review: "My house has a modern feel to it, and I did not want a tacky wall calendar, so when I saw this, I needed it immediately. As a family with four kids, we have a busy schedule, so having something like this to keep track of everything is a game changer. I received the item quickly, and it is amazing quality." —Jordyn Sampson

Get it from Amazon for $29.90+ (customization options include six sizes, three marker options, three background colors, three hardware finishes, various fonts, and more).

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