Being a parent means more than having your name be, “Mom” or “Dad.” It means being an event planner, chef, travel agent, activities director, nurse, listener and teacher – usually all at the same time.

Kids are constantly on the move and it’s our job to keep up! In an effort to help make the world’s hardest job a bit easier, we’ve gathered eight products that are clever, light, easy-to-use and essential to every day life with kids.

1. Deuz Playmat – Roads: The Deuz Roads playmat is made out of thick 100% GOTS certified organic cotton canvas and non-toxic ink and is a boldly designed space that will inspire your child to invent an endless variety of worlds where he or she can play, read or rest in. This stylish playmat includes an organic cotton storage bag so it can be taken to the park, on vacation (great for airport layovers!) or easily packed away. You can also use the bag to tote around your child’s toys.
2. Silikids Siliskin Universal Sippy Top: Finding the matching lid to a sippy cup is a daily battle that Silikids has won. The Siliskin Sippy Top is a universal 100% food-grade silicone top that stretches over and grips the top of any size cup. Newly designed for added stretch and durability, simply add the top to any glass or cup of your choice to make it an instant sippy cup that is both dishwasher and microwave safe.
3. GB Pockit Stroller: Even big kids get tired, which is why the GB Pockit Stroller is the compact stroller of your dreams. When folded it is the smallest stroller currently available on the market at 12 x 7 x 14 inches to be precise. In only two steps the stroller becomes a compact and feather-light handbag shaped package (9.5 lb), which is great for when you want to keep sightseeing with the whole family.
4. Kushies Organic Bamboo Change Pad: Kushies Organic Changing Pad is the ultimate essential item for parents who are on the go. Super soft and quilted viscose made from bamboo is used on top while a premium grade waterproof bottom is added for leak protection at home and on the go. Even though it super cozy and durable, it can fit compactly in a diaper bag, making diaper changes a breeze when out and about.
5. Neat Cheeks Wipes: For kids who hate having their faces wiped – there is an answer! Naturally sweetened with stevia extract, NeatCheeks are specifically designed for children’s sensitive little faces and are made to taste yummy using natural, non-GMO ingredients.
6. Life in Play ToteSavvy Mini: Already have a favorite bag? The genius Life in Play ToteSavvy Mini organizational insert has been designed specifically to turn small totes, handbags or backpacks into a fully functional diaper bag, which means you don’t have to scavenge through a bottomless pit to find diapers, wipes, drink bottles, snacks, outfit changes, or your phone anymore.
7. Silikids Siliskin Reusable Snack Bag: Silikids Siliskin Reusable Snack Bags are silicone snack and sandwich bags designed to replace disposable plastic bags in an effort to be kinder to our bodies and the earth. Because food-grade silicone is dishwasher, freezer and microwave safe, they can be used to make and store your kids’ meals, snacks and more. Bonus: they can be written on with markers.
8. Modern Twist Bucket Bib: The plastic-free Modern-twist Bucket-bib is made of pure, silky soft and reusable silicone that keeps your baby’s sensitive skin happy and prevents single-use options from ending up in our oceans and landfills. Free from lead, latex, phthalates, BPAs, and other harsh chemicals found in plastic and lower-grade silicone, you can take this bib for on-the-go dining and rescue clothes from endless spills and stains with the non-porous and dishwasher safe material.