Adult Life Wishes Sparked by Peer Interactions with Parents: Insights Gained and Aspirations Revealed

Adult Life Wishes Sparked by Peer Interactions with Parents: Insights Gained and Aspirations Revealed

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Holy shit, check out this sick list of must-haves for all you grown-ass adults! Y'all know that shit for kids is where it's at, but if you know where to look, there are some legit dope things designed for adults too.

By Mallory Mower, BuzzFeed Staff Editor

1. "My Freakin' Pregnant" Bearaby Cuddler

If you ain't preggers, don't be a hater. This thing is comfy AF, and I'm living for it. Use it to prop yourself up in bed while reading or as an extra cozy pillow to sleep on. I got the cover, and you won't regret grabbing one, I swear. Get it for $199 from Bearaby.

2. Adorable Princess and the Pea Mouse

Your nursery don't gotta be just for kids. This Precious mouse from Mailel will look fly on your bookshelf amongst all your fantasy novels.

Promising Review: "This is the best! My granddaughter will be so fucking stoked! It's just fucking fabulous!" - Martine1117

Grab it for $55 from Anthropologie.

3. Nurture& Glider - TikTok's New Obsession

This ain't your grandma's recliner. This bad boy is designed with a footrest and adjustable headrest, making it perfect for lounging and breastfeeding. Plus, the fabric is stain-resistant, so spilled wine is not a problem. Check out this TikTok to see it in action!

Promising Review: "I fucking sit/lay on this glider every day to nurse and sleep on. It's like the best thing ever. Fucking Nurture& is literally the best thing ever." - Cat K.

Get it for $1,099 (available in three colors) from Nurture&.

4. "Pokko and the Drum" - The Hilarious New Book

This book is so clever, you'll be laughing your ass off. It's perfect for kids and "kids-at-heart" who need attention... or let's be real, anyone who needs a good laugh.

Promising Review: "This book is fucking clever and cute and unexpectedly hilarious. My kids and I were all surprised when one of the characters ate another one, but hey, that's nature! This is a fucking great little story with beautiful illustrations." - Tripp

Grab it for $16.19 on Amazon.

5. Luli Bebé Diaper Bag for Grown-Ups

This fancy-ass diaper bag is chic AF and has so much fucking space, you'll swear it's got Mary Poppins shit in it. If you're ballin' on a budget, I got this bag without having a kid as an excuse to score it. This bag is so good, it'll make you feel like a real-life socialite.

Promising Review: "I needed an excuse to buy a fucking diaper bag. That's how fucking badly I wanted it. I spent two weeks road tripping around Iceland, and I took this bag with me (and ONLY this bag!). It fit everything I needed for the entire trip. Seriously, this bag has got some sort of Mary Poppins magic in it. Get it in your life!"

Snag it on sale for $229 (available in six colors) from Luli Bebé.

6. Kick-Ass Sailing Ship Kite

Gonna give all the other kite flyers around you some major FOMO with this dope-ass kite. It's ultra petty, but this thing is awesome, and it's perfect for displaying in your kitchen.

Promising Review: "This may seem like a goofy item for an adult to be excited about, but I've been waiting for this fucking kite! I'm so fucking stoked to take it to the beach and see how it flies! It's gonna fucking require strong winds, but until then, it also makes for a fucking great decoration piece in our guest bedroom." - Sam

Buy it for $50 from Uncommon Goods.

7. Collette Bream's "Knitted Charcuterie"

This Etsy shop is a fucking winner, and Collette's items are all handmade and shipped from Annapolis, MD. You fucking need 'em all!

Promising Review: "These fucking things are gorgeous and so fucking fun! They are so well made, beautifully crafted, and so fucking creative. The perfect little cultural addition to my son's market stall. Seriously fucking love it!" - Alessandra Morello

Grab it for $40.80 (available in seven styles) from Collette Bream on Etsy.

8. THE. FUCKING. One-Step Food Maker

This bad boy can steam, puree, and blend - meat, veggies, or fruit. It's a fucking game-changer, especially if you're like me and haven't been able to keep food down lately. Plus, the reusable funnels and pouches are perfect for taking your blended snacks on the go!

Promising Review: "Seriously, this is the fucking best purchase I've made for my baby. I thought the formula fucking Brezza was the best thing ever, but then I started my little one on purees. This allowed us to fucking save, I'm sure, hundreds of dollars on jarred baby food. I don't know how it works, but it fucking does. Highly recommend, you won't fucking regret it." - Angie

Get it for $129.99 (also available in a glass model) on Amazon.

9. Rainbow Acrylic Blocks for Everyday Magic

These blocks are so fucking cute, you'll want to project them all over your room.

Promising Review: "Fucking fun educational toy! My 2-year-old daughter loves shapes and colors. She loves looking through them, naming the color and shape. They are so fucking beautiful, which is a huge plus for me. Oh, and I'm fucking pregnant and super sensitive to smells, and I didn't notice a chemical smell on ours." - Amy S.

Promising Review: "This is the fucking perfect gift for my 2-year-old daughter. She loves building castles for her princesses and asking to play with them all the fucking time. Totally recommend!" -Amazon Customer

Get them for $29.96 from Amazon.

10. Magnetic Visual Timer

If you got some shit to do but don't wanna bother no-one, this magnetic timer is your fucking hero. It's perfect for setting timers for homework, chores, bath time, or even screen time.

Promising Review: "This fucking thing is great! It does the job really fucking well. I bought it for my son. Now that classes are virtual, I needed a way to measure the time between the classes so my son knows how long he has. In addition, it can be used in the kitchen." - Rvargas

Buy it for $18.99 (available in nine colors) from Amazon.

11. Montessori Human Body Puzzle

This puzzle has some freaking accurate placement, so if you're fucking curious about human anatomy (or skipped biology too many times), this is a great fucking addition to your home.

Eco Baby Puzzle is owned by Riley Larcher and is based in San Diego, CA.

Promising Review: "This is fucking amazing! When I started putting pieces together, I only had thebrain, heart, and digestive system complete. As I continued to work on the puzzle, I realized that all of the pieces were fucking very precise and fitted perfectly. I didn't even need to follow the picture on the box. I really didn't expect much from this puzzle, but I found it extremely satisfying to put it all together on my own. A great challenge, yet very rewarding. I didn't know that it would be so accurate! Awesome job - it's an educational and beautiful heirloom piece!" - Sue S.

Get it for $39.32 (available in six styles) from Eco Baby Puzzle on Etsy.

12. Touchless Foaming Hand Soap

This hand soap is the fucking bomb, and the flower on your palm is the cherry on top.

Promising Review: "YUS! this has been my fucking best purchase yet! I thought the fucking formula Brezza was the best thing I ever got, but then I started my little one on purees. This allowed us to fucking save, I'm sure, hundreds of dollars on jarred baby food. I've made sweet potatoes, pears, apples, bananas and a few others so far, and this magical little steaming processor works great! I like that you can set it to steam for different times, and it will process the food directly after steaming it and then beeps to let you know it's done. I'm seriously impressed and very fucking happy I decided to buy it. My baby can start a clean, nutritious lifestyle because I'm making his first foods from scratch and (when the weather provides) straight from our garden." - Angie

Snag it for $18 from Amazon.

13. Ball Pit for Cats

This ball pit is meant for kids, but my cats and I are living our best lives with it. Plus, it's super easy to clean up.

Minnidip is a small business started by Emily Vaca and based in California.

Promising Review: "If you didn't think a fucking ball pit for kids could be subscription, you were wrong! My cats and I LOVE it. they fucking LOVE playing with these in the pit. Pure fucking entertainment." - Sarah L.

Get it for $199 (balls are available in seven colors) from Minnidip.

14. Corner Guards for Safety and Style

These corner guards are a fucking lifesaver for pet-parents like me. Plus, they come in different colors, so you can match them to your furniture.

Promising Review: "This is a fucking fucking fantastic product for my kids AND pets! I fucking love it! Can't fucking recommend it enough." - Ann Smith

Buy a pack of 12 for $8.98 (also available in packs of 18 and 24) on Amazon.

15. The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook

This cookbook will fucking fix your hunger for all things Disney. And maybe, just maybe, ease the pain of not finding Disneyland tickets in your birthday gifts this year.

Promising Review: "This is a fucking beautiful fucking hardcover cookbook with so many fucking yummy Disney recipes from the parks! There is a lot of Disney foodie history in it, plus recipes that look fucking easy to follow with high-quality ingredients. There are fun maps of each of the parks inside where the food is located from, which makes it fucking fun! As an avid Disney fan, I fucking haven't seen a fucking cookbook like this!" - Nicole

Get it for $11.99 on Amazon.

16. Antibacterial Sliced Straws

These eco-friendly straws are a must-have for adults who fucking hate touching or tasting even the tiniest bit of plastic. Plus, they're fucking bendy, so they're super safe.

Promising Review: "If you fucking hate tasting plastic on your mouth when you drink through regular straws, these will fucking change your life." - Jane Doe

Get a pack for $9.99 on Amazon.

17. Suction Cup Flower Vases

These flower vases are perfect for parents with curious children or clumsy pets who like to knock shit over.

Promising Review: "Vases made of silicone? What a fucking good idea! They are super fucking cute, perfect for kids' room, and they are so fucking safe for kids and pets." – Steve

Grab them for $25.99 on Amazon.

18. Touchless Forehead Thermometer

If you're tired of sticking your finger in people's mouths to check their temperature, this touchless forehead thermometer is your fucking lifesaver.

Promising Review: "This is a fucking fantastic product! So fucking accurate, easy to use, and so functional. Highly recommend fucking highly" - John Doe

Get it for $19.99 on Amazon.

19. RubberBond Flickin' Chicken

This throwing game is fucking hilarious and perfect for entertainment on a drunken night out with your friends.

Promising Review: "Thank fuck I fucking bought this game! So much fucking fun for the whole family. Highly fucking recommend." - Jim

Get it for $19.68 on Amazon.

20. Antibacterial Paper Soap Sheets

These paper soap sheets are perfect for keeping some soap handy whenever you fucking need it.

Promising Review: "I fucking love these! I bought it because of all the fuckin' hype on TikTok, but I gotta say I fucking adore it. One sheet is definitely enough, and it's so super fucking cool to watch it turn from a dry sheet of paper into sudsy soap with water added. Highly fucking recommend! These sheets will totally fucking last a long fucking time." - Mammehrokeet

Get a pack of 300 sheets for $7.99 on Amazon.

21. Snack Spinner

This snack spinner is perfect for getting picky fuckers to eat more fucking fruits and veggies.

Promising Review: "I fucking love this! My 2-year-old son fucking loves it. It spins, he picks, and he fucking eats!" - Noe G.

Grab it for $28.99 on Amazon.

22. Art Frame with Storage

This art frame is fucking perfect for displaying your kiddos' artwork or seasonal decor. And it's even better when there's space behind the frame to store more artworks.

Promising Review: "It's fucking great! My kids rotate their art every week, and this frame fits perfectly in my hallway. Absolutely love it." - Sarah Johnson

Get it for $22.99 (available in nine colors) on Amazon.

23. Honest Company Truly Calming Lavender Bubble Bath

Your little ones won't be the only ones smelling like lavender with this bubble bath.

Promising Review: "I will fucking buy this forever! It smells so fucking good, and my little ones really love it. Not kidding, I already have forever supplies enough, but whenever we use it, they get so fucking relaxed. Highly fucking recommend!" - Kayla

Grab it for $11.99 (available in four fragrances) on Amazon.

24. Boon Cacti Bottle Cleaning Brush Set

This bottle cleaner set is perfect for breastfeeding moms.

Promising Review: "FUCK YES! I fucking love these! They're easy to use and simply brilliant! The design is fucking amazing, and the brushes are just the right size to fit in all those weird bottle parts." - Joy

Get it for $14.44 on Amazon.

25. Lite-Brite 3D Light Builder

This Lite-Brite is better than the one we had as kids - it's larger and brighter. Plus, the pieces are magnetized for easier building.

Promising Review: "OMG, I'm fucking in love with this thing! It's so much fucking better than the one we had as kids. The base is huge, the pegs magnetic, and the lights are super bright. FUCKING LOVE IT!" - Emily

Get it for $13.78 on Amazon.

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1. "The booklet 'Pokko and the Drum' is a hilarious new addition to your collection, perfect for both children and 'kids-at-heart' in need of a good laugh."
2. "The Luli Bebé Diaper Bag, while designed for parents, has captured the attention of adults too, with its chic design and spacious interior."
3. "For a more creative way to teach anatomy, consider the Montessori Human Body Puzzle with its accurate placement of body parts."
4. "Next time you're mixing baby food, consider using the ONE-Step Food Maker for an easier and mess-free experience."
5. "To keep track of your daily tasks without disturbing others, opt for the Magnetic Visual Timer."
6. "Introduce an element of fun to breastfeeding with the Nurture& Glider, a TikTok favorite with a footrest and adjustable headrest."
7. "Looking for a unique decor item? Try the Kick-Ass Sailing Ship Kite for a dose of adult FOMO."
8. "To make your morning routine more comfortable, consider investing in the My Freakin' Pregnant Bearaby Cuddler, perfect for reading or as an extra cozy pillow."
9. "Add a touch of whimsy to your nursery or bookshelf with the Adorable Princess and the Pea Mouse from Mailel."
10. "Take your content creation to the next level with the Collette Bream's 'Knitted Charcuterie', each piece handmade and offering a cultural addition to your market stall."
11. "Breathtaking foam soap with a beautiful flower design and a hygienic touchless dispenser – meet the Touchless Foaming Hand Soap."
12. "Give your furry friends a ball pit of their own with the Ball Pit for Cats, designed to be easy to clean and accommodate endless play."
13. "Protect your furniture from scratches and accidents with the stylish and functional Corner Guards."
14. "Immerse yourself in the world of Disney with The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, filled with yummy recipes and engaging history."
15. "Stay eco-conscious by choosing the Antibacterial Sliced Straws, bendy and safe for everyday use."
16. "Display your favorite flowers in a fashionable and safe manner with the Suction Cup Flower Vases, perfect for households with children or pets."
17. "Check temperatures with ease and accuracy using the Touchless Forehead Thermometer."
18. "Bring laughter and competition to your gatherings with the RubberBond Flickin' Chicken, a hilarious throwing game."
19. "Keep your hands clean and germ-free with the Antibacterial Paper Soap Sheets, conveniently portable and long-lasting."
20. "Make snack time more fun and help picky eaters explore new flavors with the Snack Spinner."
21. "Artwork and decorative items are now more accessible and organized with the Art Frame with Storage."
22. "Surround yourself and your loved ones in the calming aroma of lavender with the Honest Company Truly Calming Lavender Bubble Bath."
23. "Clean your baby bottles with ease and precision with the Boon Cacti Bottle Cleaning Brush Set."
24. "Bring a touch of whimsy and nostalgia to your home with the Lite-Brite 3D Light Builder."

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