Most Bizarre Baby Products That Are Actually Real

What it does: Mimics the human touch
Available at: Zaky
Price: $59* 

Babies love to be held. After all, they’ve known the safety and security of the womb for nine months, so it’s understandable that they get a little bit lonely when you move away from them. That doesn’t mean it’s easy though, especially when every time you need to pee they start wailing like a banshee. 

Fake Hands @mommyhood101com / Pinterest.com

Zaky saw a gap in the market and decided it was time to remedy this situation. The company created these weighted fake hand pillows that mimic human touch. For $59, you could move your hand away, replace it with one of these, and in theory, the baby should remain undisturbed. 

What it does: eBay
Available at: Prank baby gift 
Price: $20*

First-time parents always welcome gifts, but the chances are they’ll end up with a few duplicates. If you’re looking for the ultimate present that won’t be forgotten, buy them a Crib Dribbler. Hamsters have water bottles attached to their cages, so why shouldn’t babies have them attached to their cots, right? 

Crib Dribbler Prank @CribDribbler/Twitter | ©georgerudy/stock.adobe.com

It’s a novel idea, but in reality, it’s just a prank gift box. That doesn’t make it any less entertaining though, so if you want to share the joy and get a few laughs, splash the cash on this and watch the hilarity unfold. 

What it does: Babygro that also cleans 
Available at: Amazon
Price: $15*

Babies are great at making a mess, but what if we turn the tables and make it so they’re the ones cleaning for once? We’re not talking about giving them a bucket and a mop and telling them to get on with it, that would be irresponsible. But, if you’ve got floors that need cleaning then pick up one of these. 

Baby Mop Outfit @gadgetsev / @sheknows / Pinterest.com

The baby mop suits are microfibre cleaning pads that allow babies to clean the floor as they crawl. It doesn’t bother them and as long as you don’t use any cleaning products, it’s no harm, no foul! 

What it does: Tiny high heels for kids
Available at: Amazon
Price: $5.99*

What do you get the tot that has everything, but that wants to look as good as mama? A nice new onesie might be a good start, but there are some parents out there that think this simply isn’t good enough. For the more stylish among them, there are PeeWee Pumps. 

Baby High Heels @footwearnews / Pinterest.com

These soft shoes are specifically made for babies that are 0-6 months old. As you might expect they haven’t garnered all that much praise and have just a 1-star rating on Amazon. With that being said, you probably won’t see this trend taking over the world anytime soon! 

What it does: Lets you hang your baby up
Available at: Amazon
Price: $20* 

Have you ever wondered what to do with your baby when you’re in the kitchen? If they’re too small to be in a high chair and you don’t want to put them in a bouncer, then this might be the product for you. This seat lets your baby hang from the door frame in a safe and comfortable way. 

Baby Keeper @loveyssmartbaby / Pinterest.com

It’s not a door bouncer, but just a handy little pocket for them to sit in while you unpack the Walmart haul. Needless to say that some might think this is a pointless invention, but then again, the person who came up with it might disagree. 

What it does: Holds wee so baby doesn’t have to  
Available at: eBay
Price: $8.99*

Any parent will tell you that the wonderful world of potty training isn’t all that wonderful at all. It can be a long and tough process for some kids, while others take to it like ducks to toilet water. There’s nothing worse than being out and getting caught short, but don’t panic. There’s a solution. 

Portable Child Potty ©amazon.com

It comes in the form of ONEDONE’s portable potty. It has a handy spout so boys don’t have to worry about aiming, they can just open it up, pop it on, and whizz away. You may have to carry a bottle of pee around with you, but what do you expect? These are available on sites like eBay for a very reasonable price. 

What it does: Protects hands from germs
Available at: Desertcart
Price: $5* 

We all know that germs are everywhere, that’s just part of life. However, if you’re particularly worried about little ones staying bug-free when they start using the restroom themselves, then you might want to invest a few bucks in Gotta Go Mitts. 

PeePee Teepee @cheekademeekade / @therealcraftsy / Pinteres.com

There are a few different companies that do products like this. Essentially, they’re disposable gloves that stop kids from getting their hands dirty when going to the toilet. If you always thought that’s why soap was there then, well, – join the club. Some products don’t make any sense, but they’re still on the shelves. 

What it does: Baby jewelry
Available at: Several online jewelry stores
Price: $64.99*

Ankle bells for babies are marketed as jewels and embellishments because babies also need jewels, right? Except there are a few little issues with this. Most have to do with the fact that bells make noise, and babies move a lot – including in their sleep. Anyone with a baby at home will tell you that anything that wakes the sleeping baby is not advised. 

Ankle Bells @sheknows / Pinterest.com

Secondly, babies crawl, not walk. If you have wooden floors this could wreak havoc in your home, leaving a trail of scratches behind them. The good thing would be that you will always know where your baby is if we are looking at the plus side.

What it does: Makes dancing on dad’s feet comfier
Available at: Unknown
Price: Unknown*

This is another childhood nostalgic moment, where you stood on the toes of your dad as he danced around the room. Somehow this is fun and magical for all of us, through the generations across the world. 

Dad/Daughter Dance Shoes @courgette / Pinterest.com

This is a cute gag gift for dad dancing fanatics, of course not very long-lived or practical. Perhaps a good Father’s Day gift to represent the closeness between father and child and celebrate the fun moments together. We can’t find any fault in that. 

What it does: Teething toy 
Available at: Little Toader
Price: $6.99*

Teething time can be a really difficult period for both babies and parents. Babies get cranky which in turn leads to sleepless nights for the adults, which isn’t a recipe for a contented household. There are tons of teething toys on the market, but these ones really take the cake – or the bbq flavored rib. 

AppeTeethers @kateralbs / Pinterest.com

Appeteethers go one step beyond the traditional toy to provide all sorts of novelty chews for babies. Some look like ice cream, others like bacon, ribs, or even broccoli. It certainly makes a difference to see a baby with one of these in their mouths instead of a plain ol’ pacifier. 

What it does: Swaddles baby’s arms 
Available at: Amazon
Price: $13.99*

Newborn tots and toddlers are inquisitive little souls and their MO isn’t to make life easier for us. When they’re led down to be changed, they often reach down for their butts which can make the situation all the more disgusting. Parents only have so many hands, so fending off flailing arms while changing diapers isn’t fun. 

Changing Wrap @hushhhh / Pinterest.com

As you might have guessed, there’s a product for this! iZiv makes a 3-in-1 diaper changing mat that not only cushions the tush but also swaddles baby arms so they don’t make a mockery of the entire situation. 

What it does: Stops baby’s head hanging forward
Available at: eBay
Price: $9.99*

When kids are napping in their car seats, it’s only natural that their heads start to lull forward when they get a bit bigger. Not only does it look uncomfortable, but it can be worrisome for other reasons, too. Of course, someone out there has spent a good deal of time seeing that there’s a business to be made from this. 

Nap Strap @sheknows / Pinterest.com

Several different companies sell “nap straps” on sites like {{EBAY:eBay.}  These velcro straps attach to the car seat and loop around, holding the baby’s head in position so you don’t have to worry about them getting sore muscles.  

What it does: Cools down the butt
Available at: Amazon 
Price: $5.99*

There are plenty of products in life that we undoubtedly need as parents. It’s a long-running joke that leaving the house with a tot is akin to a military operation, but that doesn’t mean that some products aren’t just a tiny bit niche. The butt fan is one of those. 

Butt Fan @infantbreeze/Facebook | ©WavebreakMediaMicro/stock.adobe.com

Baby butt fans come in many shapes and sizes, from ones you use by hand to little battery-powered ones like this. The idea is to help a baby’s butt dry off before you put on a fresh diaper, but humans lived without these for centuries, so we can’t quite see why they’re needed now. 

What it does: Novelty wigs for babies
Available at: AliExpress, Amazon
Price: $9.99*

There’s no denying that one of the best parts about being a parent is that you can dress your child up. It’s a God-given right and a rite of passage. Everyone has a stack of baby photos that are hilarious and embarrassing – but does everyone have a picture of themselves wearing a baby wig? 

@mommagoose82/Twitter.com

That’s a whole other level. Baby wigs are very real. You can get them in all different shapes and sizes, from mini afros to perms and long, blond flowing locks. If you can think of it, it’s probably out there and available for just a few bucks on AliExpress.