27 Must-Have Amazon Items From 2023
“What would I do without Amazon?” is a question I’ve asked myself for years, but especially this past year. From entertainment for Georgia and steam mops to my new favorite pair of leggings (with pockets!) and all the organization needs you could ask for, Amazon was my saving grace this year. I wanted to share 27 Amazon items I ordered this year that I now consider must-haves. Check them out below and let me know in the comments what your Amazon must-haves are!
I can not say enough good things about these bags. They’re cheap, useful, and hold so much! I have ordered three sets and will likely go back for more at some point. Here’s a list of items I’ve stored in them: kid’s puzzles (Melissa and Doug size), diapers and wipes, tons of small toy parts, and travel-sized everything!
These are one of my favorite items in Georgia’s room. The shelves are cute and durable, and function perfectly as library shelves for her books! We have done a few themed libraries this year for Halloween and Christmas, and these shelves have added to the overall effect. Hot tip: I purchased the set of 8 and hung them side by side for a longer shelf look!
I bought these back in March and they are great! They are so cheap and provide so much entertainment for your little ones; Georgia loves them! I suggest using them for outside playtime because clean-up is way easier (I have a whole Instagram highlight devoted to these if you want to see them in action). I think the youths would say they are ASMR-worthy, but I’m probably not using that term correctly.
This drying rack looks like Ballard Design but at a fraction of the cost! We have two in our laundry room.
Looks like the mini-me version of Boden for half the cost! The cotton from this brand is surprisingly soft and durable.
I discovered a deep love for rattan this year, and everything from this brand is so well made. Can’t recommend it enough!
Georgia loves these and reminds me every day she needs her “dia-mons.” It’s probably because these are eerily similar to her favorite fruit snacks! I’m not giving out medical advice, I’m just saying these are Georgia-approved.
This little tool has been such a saving grace with Georgia’s hair! Using this is so much easier than trying to remove those tiny elastics with just my fingers. Highly recommend!
This is just the most adorable, happiest umbrella! Georgia loves it.
This was a hit when Georgia was a baby. She was mesmerized by it! A great gift idea for a friend or family member with a baby.
We use this in the fridge to save space, and I wish I had bought it years ago!
The best crayons and markers. Bonus: Both work on washable placemats don’t stain kids’ clothing or your kitchen table, and wipe right off!
These are definitely best used for road trips, but we leave ours up all the time now that Georgia is in a forward facing car seat.
So cute and so affordable. Georgia has worn this many, many times and it’s still looking good.
We live in a mosquito-hotbed neighborhood near a creek. We get our yard sprayed monthly, but these bloodsuckers love Georgia. She is seriously a magnet. This is the best option I have found that keeps those evil bugs at bay so we can enjoy the outdoors bug bite and sunburn-free.
I just repurchased for the 8th time this year. I’m by no means a skincare guru, but ever since incorporating these into my nightly routine, I love how my skin is looking so that says something!
So nice I bought them twice! These fit perfectly into our IKEA playroom bookshelves, which you can read all about in this post about Georgia’s playroom. This set of baskets was cheaper than the container store alternative and has held up well this year!
I think Georgia was a fish in another life. She just loves playing with water and bathtime so much, and this toy has made it even more fun for her!
These were such a hit on Georgia’s second birthday. Kids and parents were entertained, and it was easy peasy when it came to “assembling the party favors.” Open bag, pour in a bowl, and party favors complete! She played with the leftovers for weeks after her party.
These are the cutest, happiest sippy cups!
We’ve used these since Georgia was a newborn. They’re intended for use instead of overnight diapers for any pregnant or new moms who are reading this (p.s. congrats!). I read about these on the Moms on Call Facebook group and I am so thankful I did because Georgia slept through the night pretty early on, and they have been so useful for her. We “subscribe and save” to these. Now that’s a serious endorsement.
Georgia serves us tea from this set daily in her play kitchen. It’s cute and under $25 no- plastic gift idea for any toddler!
We have one in the playroom for crayons, markers, and stickers and one in my office for pens.
I bought this way back in 202 at the beginning of the pandemic. No cleaning solution is necessary, and our floors have never been cleaner!
“Oh my gosh, you guys. I found the best leggings ever!” said all influencers. I don’t know if these are the best, but I like them a lot and own three pairs. One thing’s for sure: I cannot envision a life where I go back to wearing leggings that do not have pockets.
I can not tell you how many hours Georgia has played with this throughout the year. Another winning purchase!
The options for activities with these bears are endless. You can wash them, count them, sort them, and put them in the bathtub. They’ve occupied Georgia’s time this year!