Best Prime Day buys for busy mums with preschoolers
Your future self will thank you
Prime Day is here and it’s the ideal time for busy parents to stock up on essentials for their preschoolers!
One of the most exhausting parts of being a mum is the mental load. It’s knowing that your preschooler has three birthday parties coming up, they need new socks, and don’t forget you have to sort out the packing before the family holiday. Here, a checklist for the busy mum – add to cart in the Amazon Prime Day sales and your future self will thank you.
Scroll down to see our pick of the best buys for busy parents!
Prime Day deals for parents with preschool kids
Socks – Yes, they are boring but they’re also an essential purchase because every kid wears socks, and they instantly get disgusting the second your little one goes in the sand pit.
Bonds socks, $13.95 (4-pack) at Amazon Australia
You can’t go wrong with this Aussie staple.
- Breathable cotton
- Fine seams (that don’t irritate!)
Champion socks, $14.99 (3-pack) at Amazon Australia
These low-cut socks are perfect for little kids who don’t like the feeling of too much fabric. Choose from black or white.
- Cushioned foot
- Fine toe seam
- Soft cotton blend
Plain black socks, $18.99 (10-pack) at Amazon Australia
Stock up on this 10-pack (white or black) of crew socks and making pairs after washing has never been easier!
- Premium cotton
- Medium thickness
Colouring in – These are handy to have on hand, whether you need a last minute birthday gift or something to occupy your own kiddo.
Colouring books (15-pack), $18.99 at Amazon Australia
Each of these books has 12 colouring-in pages, making them ideal for quiet play and rainy day activities. The small size makes them a fun gift for preschooler birthday party bags.
- 15 small books
- 12 pages each
- 180 different images
Shuttle Art Gel Crayons for Toddlers, $15.19 (usually $22.99) at Amazon Australia
Show us a preschooler and we’ll show you a kid who loved coloured pens! These Twistable Gel Crayons are on special right now.
- 24 bright colours
- Thick crayons for little hands
- Add a little water for extra fun
Crayola Imagination Art Set, $32.39 (usually $35) at Amazon Australia
This Crayola art set is packed with tools for your little creator. There are 115 pieces, including crayons, markers and pencils, a technique guide and paper.
- 56 crayons
- 14 super markers
- 14 skinny makers
- 15 short coloured pencils
- Storage case
- 15 sheets of paper
Bath toys – These are one of those items that need to be replaced pretty regularly, so it’s a good time to stock up when they’re on sale. We’ve all read those horror stories about mould, right?
Boon Building Bath Pipes (5-pack), $15.99 (usually $21.95) at Amazon Australia
Kiddo doesn’t want to get in the bath? This fun set of bath pipes will tempt them!
- 5 bright colours
- Strong suction
Munchkin Hanging Storage, $20.79 (usually $24.99) at Amazon Australia
Grab this Munchkin Hanging toy organiser for your new bath toys! The mesh lets the water drain through and it has wide opening so it’s easy for little hands to grab their favourites!
- Mesh fabric increases air flow
- Push-lock suction sticks to tiles and fibreglass
- Wide open neck
Lunch box – At the midpoint of the year, if your little one still has all their lunch boxes then you’re doing well. It won’t hurt to pick up a backup though because they’ll need a lunch box for at least the next 10 years!
Skater Aerial Lunch Box, $17.44 (usually $21.21) at Amazon Australia
Little hands (and Disney fans) will love this Aerial bento-style lunch box by Skater. It’s ideal for preschool, picnics and snacks on the go.
- Microwave safe
- Dishwasher safe
Contigo Autoseal Drink Bottles (2-pack), $17.69 (usually $22.11) at Amazon Australia
Why does your kitchen look like a drink bottle store until you need to find one in a hurry? These duo of kids’ reusable drink bottles is so handy for busy parents – one-handed push-button opening plus they’re leak-proof and spill-proof.
- Leak- and spill-proof
- 100% BPA free
- Top shelf dishwasher safe
Trunki Cassie Cat Travel Case, $89.22 (usually $129) at Amazon Australia
If you’re planning to travel with your preschooler any time soon, then a ride-on suitcase is a must. I speak from experience, and you’ll be glad you grabbed it on sale!
- Functional strap to tow tired kids
- 5-year guarantee
- Hand luggage size
Bluey Monopoly Junior, $27.19 (usually $34.99) at Amazon Australia
Is this something you need to stock up on, like socks or bath toys? No. But come on, you know you want to buy Bluey Monopoly Junior for yourself, ahem, your kid.
