You’ve probably heard of boy math and girl math but what about parent math? As in, how does a person the size of a loaf of bread have enough stuff to fill the volume of an entire apartment?
Whether you’re trying to figure out how to fit all this gear into a small space, live somewhere with no storage, or are just interested in super trendy baby gear, there are some seriously cool options for baby essentials that space saving that minimizes. space requirements without losing functionality.
Here are 17 of the best space-saving pieces of baby gear out there and why we love them.
OXO Travel Diaper Caddy with Changing Mat
This mobile changing station holds wipes, diapers, and changing pads, and has a drawer for any kind of tubes, creams, and doodads you might need when you’re on diaper duty. This small but powerful caddy can replace a changing table if you only use the floor. Find it at Amazon, Target and Babylist.
Over Door Organizer
Clever and easy storage for different products saves wall space by using the back door so you don’t have to use coveted shelf space. Find it at Amazon and Target.
Hatch Rest+
Part nightlight, part wake clock, and part sound machine, the Rest+ is small but mighty in terms of nursery jobs. There’s also stories, music, and more, with a Hatch Sleep Membership subscription, so you can use this beloved parenting tool for years to come. (Here’s our review of it if you want more details.) Find it at Amazon, Target, Babylist and the Hatch site.
OXO Tot Splash & Store Bathtub
In terms of baby bathtubs, this one checks a lot of boxes. After bath time, this tub can be collapsed for smart storage in a bathroom cabinet or closet, or hang in the shower until you need it. The slanted design makes it great from birth to 18 months, meaning there’s no baby insert to store or deal with. Find it at Babylist, Potterybarn Kids, and Target.
Munchkin Tidy Dry Vertical Bottle Drying Rack
The vertical design of this drying rack allows you to maximize your available drying space while minimizing how much countertop space is given over to all that baby stuff. With hooks, shelves, and an extendable tray, there’s room for hauling bottles, pacifiers, pump parts, and more. Find it on Amazon and Munchkin.
English Fast Table Chair
Small enough to travel with but sturdy and comfortable enough to replace a full-size highchair, this adaptable chair also collapses completely for easy transport or storage. It also won the JPMA Innovation Award a few years ago. Find it at Amazon, Potterybarn Kids, Target, Babylist.
Munchkin Float Foldable High Chair
The removable tray and folding legs create an almost flat fold, meaning this sleek and lightweight high chair can fit into some relatively small spaces. It’s also a 2023 JPMA Innovation Awards finalist, which could be because of how small it is or because it’s made without corners for easy cleaning, but either way, parents win this situation. Find it at Amazon, Target and Munchkin.
Ingenuity Cozy Spot
This cozy and safe play space is easy to move and store, thanks to the SlimFold design, which collapses everything into a taco shape – including the wooden supports. Toys and tummy time pillows can both be folded into it, and the whole thing can be tucked under the couch or in a closet (or if we’re being honest, pushed into a corner in that pile of Amazon boxes you’ve been loving say recycle) when not in use. Find it at Amazon and Target.
Fisher-Price SpaceSaver Jumperoo
This infant activity center comes with the usual bits and bobbles found in most jumperoos but has the added benefit of folding flat for easy transport or storage. It’s handy considering they can really eat up floor space when not in use, so even if it’s folded up and leaning against a wall, it’s still an improvement. Find it at Amazon and Target.
Ergobaby Evolve 3-in-1 Bouncer
This lightweight and adaptable seat has a flat fold and can be used safely for a new baby through toddlerhood. Use it as a bouncer for babies, then remove the buckles to give your baby a rocking chair that’s the perfect size for their ever-moving little bodies. Find it at Amazon, Target and Ergobaby.
Munchkin Lightweight Baby Swing
Weighing in at an impressive 8.6 pounds, this full-size infant seat is not only lightweight, but it also has a small footprint. Good for babies 5-20 pounds and unable to sit up on their own, this cozy swing is a safe place for babies to sit or swing. With Bluetooth enabled, parents don’t need to listen to preset music and can play whatever they want through their phone. Welcome to the Thunderdome, Baby. Find it at Amazon, Target, Babylist and Munchkin.
Graco Pack ‘n-Play Dome LX-Playard
While its footprint is by no means small, the fact that it’s three different pieces of furniture in one – and even has a bit of storage – makes it stand out.
You can use it as a safe sleeping space for your baby with a bassinet, use the changing pad as your changing station, and then use the actual playard as a safe play or sleeping space as your little one gets older. baby The bassinet also collapses into a compact fold for easy transport between the living room, nursery, or anywhere else you might need to use it. Find it at Amazon, Target, and Graco.
Remember: if you don’t mind the dome but need to move it a lot, check out the 4moms Breeze Plus. It’s easier to put up and down than a pack n’ play but it’s a bit pricier.
Fisher-Price Baby On-the-Go Baby Dome
This bassinet has a small footprint and can be used in a variety of situations, giving it a mark in the multifunctionality column. Use it inside as a safe sleep or play space, or take it outside and use the built-in canopy that completely encloses your baby to protect them from the sun, bugs, or any mysterious objects the your baby in that little fist. iron Find it at Amazon and Target.
Babyletto Origami Mini Crib
This itty bitty mini crib is perfect for any nursery – big or small. With its minimal footprint, and wheels on the bottom for easy transport, you can use it in a nursery nook or somewhere you turn into a safe place to sleep every night. It can be used from infancy to childhood. Find it at Amazon, Target, and Babylist.
Babyletto Bento 3-in-1 Convertible Storage Crib
The Bento 3-in-1 has the convenience of a full-size crib with a small footprint to free up valuable floor space. It is good for babies to toddlers and has drawers below for extra storage or baby clothes. Find it at Amazon, Target and Babylist.
Ergobaby Metro+ Stroller
Comfortable enough to be your primary stroller yet folded enough to fit in an airplane overhead bin, this stroller showcases Ergobaby’s ingenuity. It also comes in seven colors, is car seat compatible, and can be used from infancy to toddlerhood. Find it on Amazon, Babylist and Ergobaby.
Dreambaby Strollerbuddy Strollaway
This handy hook attaches to the back of your door and allows you to hang your stroller up and out. It frees up room in closets, garages, or hallways and utilizes space that is often left open. Find it on Amazon and Babylist.
Small space saver with a big impact
These products may be small, but they pack a big punch when it comes to minimizing the amount of space they eat up.
If you have a small house, an apartment with no storage, or some other living situation where you’re trying to save as much space as possible, these products are a great place to start if you’re looking for solutions.
Do you have a favorite product that minimizes space and/or maximizes storage for baby gear? Let us know about it in the comments below.
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