My Obsession: Our August Favorites

Need a quick fix for canine boredom or the perfect baby seat to get your infant to sleep? Our August obsessions have got you covered.

Our readers and staff are genuine geniuses when it comes to finding products that make family life easier. Here, our web editor unveils the secret lifesaver that she uses to get her newborn to sleep. Plus, you’ll find products that aid in making savory and effortless meals, how to play fetch, sans slobber, and a fidget toy that knocks the spinner out of the park. Read on to learn more. And remember, if you’re obsessed with a product, tell us about it and we could feature it in Metro Parent and give you $25.

mamaRoo Infant Seat

Meet mamaRoo. This smartphone-controlled baby seat, dubbed the “space pod” by our friends, blasts my newborn off to Sleep Galaxy with just a push of a button. Choose one of five motions – car ride is my boy Nicholas’ favorite – and select from four sounds or attach an auxiliary cord to your phone to play music of your choice. Baby will be calm in 3, 2, 1 … Birth-6 months. $249.99. 4moms.com/mamaroo.

– Stacey Winconek

Chef’n GarlicZoom

I truly love this garlic chopper. It’s really fun to use, minces garlic up well and cleanup is easy. It works like a toy car. The wheels turn the blade inside. I just plop the peeled clove in and zoom around on the counter until it’s all chopped up. The only downside is my daughters arguing over who gets to mince the garlic! For $10, it’s a great little kitchen gadget. I got mine at Bed Bath & Beyond.

– Chantel Wright

Chuckit! Dog Ball Launcher

With my dog’s energy – Max is a Corgi-beagle mix who’s not shy about letting you know when he needs a stroll or a car ride – dog park trips and toys are musts. My Chuckit! sends the ball soaring, but it also spares me from touching the slobbery result. Pick one up at Petco for $8-$12. They’ve got one for every size dog.

– Carly Adams

Fidgety Gears

My household has more than its share of fidget spinners. A trip to 7-Eleven isn’t complete without buying another, and there’s always a new one my kids want. But they’re also constantly coming apart or slowing down, and they get old fast. That’s why I love these new Fidgety Gears. They’re nice and sturdy, fun to play with and definitely less obtrusive (read: annoying) at the dinner table. $19.99. toyologytoys.com.

– Jessica Schrader

Fustini’s Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oils

As a vegetarian and working woman, I’m always looking for ways to add a twist to a tofu scramble or veggie stir-fry with as little prep as possible. That’s where these Traverse City-made oils come in. Simply replace your standard cooking oil or dressing with one of 18 flavors – like my favorite, Cayenne Crush – and you’re in business. $14.95-$30.95. fustinis.com.

– Christina Clark

Are you obsessed with something? Tell us what and why or email us your reasons at myobsession@www.metroparent.com. If we love your pick as much as you do, we’ll feature it in Metro Parent and give you $25.

Metro Parent Editorial Team
Metro Parent Editorial Team
Since 1986, the Metro Parent editorial team is trained to be the go-to source for metro Detroit families, offering a rich blend of expert advice, compelling stories, and the top local activities for kids. Renowned for their award-winning content, the team of editors and writers are dedicated to enriching family life by connecting parents with the finest resources and experiences our community has to offer.

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