There’s a lot of media hype surrounding Nadya Suleman, her octuplets, and her other 6 children. This, combined with the fact that Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar – you know, the parents of 18 kids? – have announced that they are expecting (if you do the math, that brings them to 19!) has sparked me to dwell on the number of baby products available.
While baby clothing has run the gamut, what’s really interesting is the number of functional baby products out there. Because we all know that at the rate that babies grow (uh, really fast), clothing just isn’t all that functional. What’s more useful is a growth chart that you can remove once your baby has stopped growing (which I hope is somewhere in their late teens) to avoid unwanted door/wall markings. Or a stroller that lets you control its temperature.
From space-saving baby furniture to rideable luggage for children, here are the top 15 innovative and functional baby products on the market!
15 Functional Baby Innovations
Useful Infant Products, from Dude Diaper Bags to Baby Incubators:
Katherinev123 — Sep 2, 2009 — Art & Design
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Space-Saving Baby Furniture
Bloom Makes Smaller Cribs for Your Smaller Crib
14
Diaper Bag For Dudes
Crappy Times Ahead For Dads
13
Bullet Proof Baby Protection
Woman Shoots at Baby on Bulletproofbaby Spoof Site
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Baby Travel 2.0
The 'Tot Pod' Concept for Samsonite
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Baby Incubators from Used Car Parts
Modded Toyota 4Runner Turns Mechanics Into Medical Techs
10
The Hot Momma Diaper Bag
Kate's Boutique (Follow-Up)
9
Hybrid Scooter-Strollers
Baby-Going is Fun for Both Mom and Child
8
Temperature Controlled Baby Stroller
Combi LX-720 Buggy
7
Rideable Luggage for Children
The Ride-On Carry-On Suitcase
6
Air-Padded Car Seats
Airbag Technology Provides Extra Protection for Tots
5
Therapeutic Coats
SQUEASE Jacket Soothes Kids With Autistic Spectrum Disorder
4
Removable Growth Charts
Wall Candy's Peel-and-Stick Growing Tree Growth Chart
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Parent Replacements
Electronic Lolaloo Baby Rocker Frees Up Parental Time
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Collapsible Baby Carriers
Helder Santos Teams with Samsonite
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Baby Beach Buggies
Bealy is the Perfect Companion for Family Outings
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Child-Friendly Medication Dispensers
The 'Singing Bottle' Concept by Fengrui Wang is Interactive
Spooky Infant Essentials
Hello Bello and Beetlejuice Collaborate on Limited-Edition Diaper Designs
Comforting Adaptable Sofa Chairs
The Baby Bird Reincarnation 3-Way Sofa Bed Comes in Five Colors
Accessible Garment Patches
Tube-eeze Patches Support Babies with Medical Devices
Freshness-Monitoring Milk Attachments
The Veba Baby Alerts Parents When Baby Milk Has Expired
AI-Fuelled Caregiving Apps
Nanni AI is an App that Helps Parents Understand their Babies
All-Terrain Wagon Strollers
Gladly Family Boasts theAnthem4™ 4-Seater All-Terrain Wagon Stroller
AI-Powered Baby Monitors
The Nanobébé Aura Smart Baby Monitor Supports Newborns to Toddlerhood
Sleek Multipurpose Crib Furniture
Zhipeng Qiu and Yufeng Lin Present a Unique Chair-Crib Design
Modular Childhood Bed Designs
The Pupupula Kids Rock-Solid Bed System Adapts as Needed
Anniversary-Celebrating Engaging Timepieces
Casio's Baby-G+ Series has Tamagotchi-Like Creatures
Electronic Plush Toys
The Furblet Mini Toys Have Over 45 Fun Tunes, Sounds, and Furbish Phrases
Portable Baby Sound Machines
Momcozy's WN03 Sound Machine is Ultra-Compact and Feature-Rich
Kidult Baby Shoes
MSCHF's Super Baby Collection Supersizes Chunky, Colorful Footwear
Smart Baby Bassinets
The Graco SmartSense Soothing Bassinet Detects & Responds to Cries
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Ultra-Modern Baby Gear
Nuna & Liberty London Collaborate to Introduce the Fantasy Land Collection
Nursery-Friendly Air Purifiers
The 'Airo' Air Purifier Baby Monitor Concept is Multipurpose
Odor-Absorbing Diaper Cans
simplehuman Recently Debuted the New Diaper Can
AI-Based Baby Wellness Monitors
Inspired by Wearables, Elora Enhances Safety, Well-Being and Care
Retrofittable Stroller-Accessory Designs
Easy-Way Unveils an Electric Power Assist for Strollers
Runway-Inspired Fashion Dolls
New York Fashion Week Designs Inspire the L.U.V. Fashion Doll Styles
Premium Baby Carrying Collections
CALPAK is Unveiling its New Baby Diaper Bag Collection
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Fashion-Forward Baby Lines
Huggies is Unveiling its First Babywear Line for Australian Consumers
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Robotic Baby Car Puppets
The Iruyo Intelligent Puppet Keeps Babies Calm in the Car
Grab-and-Go Pop-Up Stands
Babyganics' Oops! I Forgot It Again Provides Family Essentials
Scannable Infant Products
SMA Nutrition Introduced NaviLens Codes into its Product Packaging
Nutrient-Dense Baby Food Pouches
Kiddylicious Baby Food Pouches Come in Eight Varieties
Everyday Parenting Products
KeaBabies New Products are Parent-Friendly
Custom-Designed Infant Swaddles
The Ollie World's Premium Swaddle Enhances Baby Comfort
Design-Conscious Baby Incubators
The 'INCU' Concept Incubator by Isabella Hadous is Less Clinical
Modern Parenting Solutions
KeaBabies is Sustainable Solutions for Modern Parenting Challenges
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Retro Appliance Baby Monitors
The Conceptual SMEG Baby Monitor by Priyanshu Maiti is Cutesy
Educational Plush Toys
Slumberkins' 'Dragon Egg Hatchlings' Toys Inspire Emotional Development
Dual-Functionality Stroller Designs
Baby Jogger Launches the City Prix™ Jogger x Bike Trailer
Functional Infant Bedding
Mulberry Park Silks Introduces the Cozy 'Silk Crib & Toddler Sheets'
Natural Disposable Diapers
Kudos Diapers Enters the Market as a Groundbreaking Brand
Luxury Baby Gear Collections
Romer Brings Together Timeless Style with Functional Safety Features
High-Capacity Pet Products
Drybo's Ultra Smart Pet Dryer is Spacious
Soothing Auditory Infant Nightlights
The VAVA Peep-a-Light Offers Eight Sound Options
AI-Powered Maternity Support Apps
The 'Soula' App Supports Moms-to-Be with Proactive Information
Toddler-Targeted Smartwatches
The 'NehNehBaby' Training Watch Teaches Children Healthy Habits
Limited Edition Diaper Prints
The Honest Company Blends Style and Practicality
Olympic Nursery Facilities
Procter & Gamble Offers a Nursery Within the Olympic Village
Kid-Friendly Tech Frames
myFirst Recently Unveiled Two New Digital Frames
Japanese Baby Care Collections
yoboo Uses Natural Plant Extracts to Create Baby Products
Sensitive Skin Diaper Innovations
Huggies® Launches the Skin Essentials™ Diaper
Eco-Friendly Lightweight Strollers
Bombi Debuts the Bēbee V2, Emphasizing Luxury & Affordability
Mom-Targeted Matching Labor Outfits
PatPat Launched a Line of Matching Labor and Delivery Outfits
Kid-Friendly Telescopes
The LeapFrog Magic Adventures Telescope Shares Images Taken by NASA
On-the-Go Baby Bottle Warmers
Momcozy's Baby Bottle Warmer has Preicse Temperature Control
Exclusive Baby Clothing Collections
The Silver Cross nature+nurture Collection is Only at Tesco
Non-Wifi Baby Monitors
Momcozy Offers a Hack-Proof Full HD Baby Monitor with 360-Degree Video
Auto-Branded Baby Gear
Nuna Partnered with Bmw for a High-Quality Baby Gear Collection
Smartphone-Concealing Books
The 'GATBOOK' Keeps Smartphones Out of Infant View
Affordable Maternity Pillow Products
Regalo Baby Unveils Two New Maternity Pillows on Amazon
Limited-Edition Luxury Strollers
Kith and Bugaboo Collaborated on a Collection for Modern Parents
Mother-Specific Self-Care Kits
The Honest Company Offers the Relaxing Self-Care Gift Kit
Dual-Functionality Nasal Sprays
Momcozy's Baby Nasal Aspirator is Premium and Portable
Home Security Baby Monitors
Timeflys’ Baby Monitor and Doorbell 2-in-1 Switches Between Functions
Traceable Fashion Collections
Nobody's Child Unveils its New Digital Product Passport Program
Angelic Toilet Paper Packaging
Angel Soft is Swapping Its Photorealistic Baby for an Animated One
Advanced Baby Monitors
Philips Avent Has Introduced Its Premium Connected Baby Monitor
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Kid-Friendly Modular Sofas
The Figgy Play Couch is Launching in Durable, Family-Friendly Materials
AI Baby Generators
This Tool Gives People a Glimpse at Their Potential Future Child
Global Cuisine Baby Foods
Serenity Kids World Explorer Comes in Five International Flavors
Sustainable Baby Skincare Lines
'Mini Humans' is Eco-Friendly and Safe for Sensitive Skin
Advanced Baby Monitors
Jartoo Has Introduced a New Baby Monitor, Featuring Advanced Technology
AI-Powered Lullaby Apps
The 'Baby Bond' App Uses AI to Read Lullabies to Kids as Family Members
AI Baby Tracking Apps
Baby Records Helps First-Time Parents Navigate Stress and Milestones
Cartoon-Adorned Parenting Bags
JuJuBe Partners with tokidoki on a Playful Bag Capsule
Cry-Translating Baby Monitors
Maxi-Cosi's See Pro 360° Baby Monitor Features CryAssist Technology
Ultra-Soft Cooling Blankets
Momcozy's Cooling Blanket makes Sleeping Comfortable while Pregnant
Toy-Specific Storage Systems
Step2 Debuts a Toy Storage Box for Developing Organizational Skills
Sustainable Reusable Baby Bottles
Pura Debuted an Innovative Bottle Design for Babies
Personalized Sleep Tracks
Huggies' Sound of a Hug App is Targeted at Infants
Affordable Pregnancy-Friendly Kits
The Honest Company's Pregnant + Pampered Set is Comprehensive
Dietitian-Designed Infant Meals
Square Baby Offers Nutritious Meals for Infants
Ultra-Gentle Infant Cosmetics
These Aveeno Baby Health Start Products Come in Two Options
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
Modern Nursery Furniture Lines
Hulala Home Has Introduced the NurseryNook™ Collection
Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags
Pop ‘n’ Swop Bags Can Be Decorated with Badges, Handles & More
Youth-Focused Prebiotic Products
Beech-Nut® Launches a New Range of Prebiotic Jars and Pouches
AI-Generated Baby Images
AI Baby Generator: Futurebaby Creates Baby Images from Parent Photos
Bilingual Baby Toys
Bebé Fuerte Explores Movement as Play
Elevated Maternity Collections
Pharmedoc is Elevating Maternity Comfort with Innovative Products.
Ultra-Thick Sustainable Baby Wipes
Kudos' Eco-Friendly Wipes are 99% Water-based
Stigma-Breaking Motherhood Billboards
Molly Baz and Bobbie Send a Message of Empowerment
Convenience-Focused Double Breast Pumps
Annabella Has Announced the Expansion of Its Product Line
Children-Empowered Adorable Smartwatches
NehNehBaby Introduces the Training Watch for Toddlers
Complimentary Footwear Giveaways
Wildling Recognizes the Toll of Foot Changes During Pregnancy
Mom-Approved Baby Clothing Lines
The Maybe Baby Collection is Exclusively at Boots in the UK
QR-Equipped Fashion Collections
Nobody's Child Introduces QR Codes for its New Product Line
Designer Baby Skincare Selections
Harrods' Designer Skincare Selection is for Optimal Baby Health
Multifunctional Diaper Bags
The KeaBabies Diaper Backpack is Stylish and Affordable
Revived Nostalgic Puffer Jackets
Baby Phat is Bringing back its Iconic Puffer Jacket
Eco-Friendly Baby Diapers
Healthybaby Diapers are Made of Plant-Based Materials
Daycare Organization Essentials
Colle à Moi Offers Daycare Organization Tools
Kid-Friendly Mattresses
Brooklyn Bedding Launched Its First-Ever Mattress for Kids
WiFi-Optional Baby Monitors
Ellie Baby Plus Provides Advanced AI Features Without Privacy Concerns
Sleek Cradle-Transforming Suitcases
Amith Paul Designs the Schwan Portable Crib Structure
Safe Sleep-Enhancing Baby Bodysuits
Huggies Advocates for Safe Sleep Practices for Infants
Ambient Mushroom-Shaped Projectors
The Angelcare Magical Dreams Celeste Projector is Customizable
Made-to-Order Baby Food
Indian Startup Timios Launched a "Made to Order" Fresh Baby Food Category
Children's Wearable Blankets
Super Blanky Encourages Adventure and Positivity
Sleek Modern Baby Lines
BabyBjörn Has Introduced New Colors and Patterns for Its Product Range
Travel Stroller Rentals
Joolz & 1 Hotels Launched a Relax & Stroll Rental Package
Optimized Baby Onesizes
Tabeeze's Bottom-Up Bodysuit Makes Changing Babies Easier
Convenient Baby Harness Seats
The Liuliuby Baby Travel Essential Harness Seat is Portable
Modern Baby Apparel Lines
Gerber Childrenswear Launches Modern Moments™ by Gerber® Lifestyle Brand
Calming Baby Cushions
Homedics' 3-in-1 Calming Cushion is a Science-Backed Baby Lounger
Anatomically Inspired Baby Bottles
Emulait Makes Bottle Feeding Feel as Natural as Breastfeeding
Playful Reusable Diaper Designs
Charlie Banana Debuts a New Selection of Reusable Diaper Products
Baseless Car Seats
Nuna Baby PIPA urbn is a Game-Changing Car Seat That Doesn't Require a Base
Diaper Line Size Expansions
Rascal's Expands Its Diaper Sizes to Include Newborn Babies
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
Playful Puppet Baby Toys
Kids Preferred Taps Sesame Street for a Snuggly Baby Accessory Capsule
AI-Powered Baby Name Lists
Bundle of Joy Helps Parents Pick the Perfect Name for Their New Born
Indian Baby Care Debuts
Lifelong Online is a New Indian Baby Care Brand for Young Parents
Opulent Automotive Brand Tricycles
The Bentley Mulliner Six-in-One is Limited-Edition
Reversible Mid-High Bed Concepts
PUPUPULA Presents the Evolutional Big Eyes Bed Concept Design
Baby-Monitoring Smart Crib Concepts
Anuj Pate and Piyusha Naik Create the Wee Watch Rib Concept
Inclusive Shopping Carts
Walmart is Introducing Caroline’s Carts for Caregivers of Adults & Kids
Mobile Dorm-Designing Features
Pottery Barn Teen Unveils a New Dorm Shop and Expanded Features
Intimate Maternity Clothing Capsules
Embrace Debuts in Canada with its Maternity & Postpartum Line
In-Car Coat Hanger Concepts
BKID co Designs a Multi Hanger Concept to Use in the Car
Culturally Influenced Baby Apparel
Isla and Mimi Made a Baby Collection Using Indigenous Artistry
Premium Infant Care Lines
EllaOla Offers Ultra-Safe and Hypoallergenic Baby Care Products
Maternity Support Belts
Keababies' Maternity Support Belt Aids New and Soon-to-Be Moms
Integrated Headlight Strollers
The Munchkin Night Owl Has One-Touch Lights to Boost Visibility
External Photo-Taking Features
Google Unveils a New Child-Focused Feature for Photo Taking
Organizational Convertible Baby Bags
MOOV Offers Convertible Bags to Fit Your Lifestyle
All-in-One Off-Road Strollers
The Gladly Family Anthem2 All-Terrain Stroller Wagon is Rugged
Social-Based Pregnancy Tools
Peanut Introduces New Pregnancy Tracking Features for its Social Site
Organic Infant Nutrition Products
Bobbie Launches a New Organic Infant Supplement Line
Advanced Kids Sizing Tools
Makip Introduces the New Unisize for Kids Sizing Technology