Best play tens & tunnels for kids according to redditors
We found 73 Reddit comments discussing the best play tens & tunnels for kids. We ranked the 53 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 73 Reddit comments discussing the best play tens & tunnels for kids. We ranked the 53 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
I know it's hard not to get caught up in the cuteness of this stuff - I 100% failed with my first. And I ended up wasting so much money on things that were only used for a few months. So trust me when I say - I get it. I was/am you. I am also a person on the other side looking at a $100 wooden walker that does the same (less, even) than the $15 one. An $80 bouncer my son actually hated that I could have replaced with one for $20. Etc. It's a hard pill to swallow when you're looking back on your gear but with the eyes of someone who knows how much it did/did not get used. ESPECIALLY when the whole reason you splurged in the first place was to satisfy your initial goal of not turning my entire house into a fucking playpen and yet, somehow, your house STILL ends up... well... looking like this 😂😂😂
Regardless! To answer your question. A hanging toy rack thing is nice because it encourages baby to start reaching. You can do without one though and just dangle toys yourself, use mirrors to encourage neck turning, whatever. But sometimes it's nice to just... lay there and watch baby and not.fucking.move. for a minute. In either event, any rack will do as well as any other. They say babies see contrasting colors more at this stage than anything else - so black and white geometric hanging shapes are great. But having wooden ones verses geometric ones probably won't be the difference between the next Einstein and the average Joe.
A plushy mat is nice because, well, its plushy. And floors are not. You can 100% get away with piling blankets on your floor and laying baby on those. Or using a foam mat. Having the baby gyms all together in one piece is convenient though, but it's up to you.
As far as use - for sure. Tummy time is recommended multiple times a day, and this mat is how you'll probably do that. I used mine a ton. BUT - you're looking at... 5... 6... months of use. And then baby tends to be more mobile and there's no keeping him/her on it. So between your two items, you're looking at like... $160 for 6 months when you could get the same exact thing at price points like $20, $60, or $80.
ETA - I have a teepee style still left over from my son. It ended up not being my favorite, even though it IS cute, because its bulky and really closed off from natural light. I couldn't walk around the room and see my son from all angles. And getting him in and out around the tent like sides was cumbersome. Live and learn. I'm going to reuse it for #2 because - fuck it. It worked. But if I was buying another I'd probably go with something like this one.
The thing normally runs $40 new on Amazon and at least $20 if you find a used one on Craigslist.
The paydirt part also covers a sometimes hyperactive toddler being fully entertained/drained for the remainder of an afternoon.
Unless I'm way off on the scale, it looks like a hanging treehouse/tent for kids similar to this one: OrangeA Hanging Tree Tent
There's probably a larger zippered opening on the side you can't see.
http://www.amazon.com/Pacific-Play-Tents-Playchute-Parachute/dp/B00000IURU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1342204572&sr=8-1&keywords=parachute
There are various sizes if you just search for 'parachute'.
I was trying to explain an "air fort" to my niece, how we would take a box fan, sheet, and a bunch of sneakers to hold the ends down, she didn't understand, so I googled it. And Amazon actually sells badass air forts
Air Fort Build an Inflatable Fun Kid’s AirFort inflates in Seconds. The Easy Play Tent for Kids of All Ages! Beach Ball Blue https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077XPDBPT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.EwLBb0BEWZB7
So I bought her one
I think a lot of consumers have smartened up. Lately there really is no true deals for black Friday. I watched the price of multiple gifts I purchased two weeks ago for family climb before Black Friday, then "discounted" to higher than what I paid for them.
Paid $30 for these, now 40
Paid $17, now $25
And the same is for dozens of things I've purchased from different places over the last month. We saw many show up at a "deep discount" still 10-15% higher than what we paid. Retailers stopped giving big bargains and started giving the illusion of discounts. Articles like this (sorry for mobile version) show how much things aren't really on sale anymore.
Black Friday was just an industry term for when businesses started making money, then became a big thing filled with free stuff (after rebates) and cheap things to get you in the store. Now retailers cut back on that because people show up to shop regardless. It used to be just a general busy shopping day. How it's trying to be its own holiday.
I bought my nanny kid a pop-open tunnel for his first birthday earlier this year.
My son is 22 months and has been in a toddler bed for a month or two (once he started climbing out).
I got one of these https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0721VHB4C/ and taped it to the sides of the crib to make the crib feel a bit smaller. Seemed to help a bit.
We actually just got him a twin size bed with a new memory foam mattress yesterday... the crib mattress was incredibly firm. He was super excited for the big bed, and kept rubbing the top and saying "awwww". I think he really liked it being softer. He slept through the night last night, so... so far so good.
https://www.amazon.com/Including-Tunnels-Triangle-Perfect-Playing/dp/B0711YPLLW/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?keywords=play+tunnel&qid=1555869019&s=gateway&sr=8-11
You make forts with it. You put the sticks in the balls and drape sheets over it.
This is an example
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11.) Something that would have a profound impact on your life and help you to achieve your current goals.
I honestly really want to get into acting. I love movies and TV shows, and I really would love to start acting. For that reason, this book would be a great addition to my library and would probably teach me a lot.
This book also looks like it would be a good learning experience. :)
I found another great read! I'll pretty much take any acting books I can get.
12.) One of those pesky Add-On items.
Pop Funkos are honestly my go-to add-on item. Like this little fella, for instance. Adorable and affordable (did I just make up a saying? I do believe I did).
What's that? Ah, yes. Pops. The source of my broke-ness. Have another..
Oh, you think I'm done. HA. I'm too far deep to dig myself out of the hole that is my ever-growing collection of Pops. Infinity War just came out (no spoilers, I really want to see it but haven't gotten the chance yet), so how about this adorable Thor Pop? Who doesn't love Thor?
13.) Something fandom related. (Sports fandoms are acceptable- bonus if someone figures out my favorite team)
My favorite band happens to be Twenty One Pilots... and this is a pretty sick shirt.
I'm sorry, I'm still thinking about Infinity War from up above. I found a Thanos shirt that is honestly super cool. Like I've never seen it before and now I want it lmao.
I recently got gifted this absolutely gorgeous and cool Hawkeye T-shirt. It has BOTH Hawkeyes from the comics on it! Super cool.
14.) Something ridiculously priced, more than $10,000. They exist, y’all.
Who the absolute heck buys a $180,000 watch?! Not me, that's for sure.
I'm honestly not even sure what this is, but it's expensive as heck and you could put that money toward an ACTUAL CAR.
Y'all need a parking lift? I gotchu.
15.) Something with sharks or unicorns.
Who doesn't love socks?. Especially socks with unicorns.
You ask for sharks, I get you sharks.
Also no joke this is the cutest thing I've ever seen oh my gosh.
16.) Something that smells wonderful.
I have a cinnamon candle (not that exact one) and I absolutely love it to death.
Who doesn't love coconut lime? I know I love it.
Have you ever thought to yourself, "damn, I really like me the smell of cilantro"? Well, look no further.
17.) A toy that you wanted or had when you were a child that was the best ever, or (if it’s not on amazon) a toy that you think is pretty cool now (Funko Pops, etc., will count.)
If you never played Clue, did you ever really have a childhood?
Another cool toy I had was something like this cool tent-like bus. The one I had had separate sections that were detachable. It was super cool.
I know it's not technically a toy, but I used to watch The Land Before Time ALL the time. I still love that show. It's so, so good.
18.) Something that would be helpful for writers.
Just getting started on writing? Writing for Dummies is always a good place to start.
If you're writing (especially on a computer), you're gonna eventually need some Advil, whether it's from writer's block or a headache from staring at the computer screen too long.
I know it might not be considered useful, but I always thought an ink pen was super cool to have, especially for writers.
19.) Something related to your current obsession, whatever that may be.
I don't know why, but I suddenly really like Harley Quinn's character. I've been getting, like all the Funko Pops of her. I have a problem.
Oh gosh, you shouldn't have asked. I finally finished catching up to The Walking Dead, and now I want everything Negan related. Like, seriously, I just bought a bloody Lucille of my own. Someone stop me. Anyway, here's a cute little Lucille keychain that I've never seen before.
Another thing I really like is Kylo Ren, but I think you already know that. This BrickHeadz is adorable.
20.) Something that is just so random and weird that it makes you laugh.
This oh my gosh i am dying.
Also idk why but just the lady's posture and the huge heckin' bear is k i l l i n g me.
I don't know how I stumbled upon this weirdass thing but the more I look at it the funnier it is.
Also, this whole thing took me like an hour but it was so much fun. Thanks for the contest!
We bought this and it legit saved our lives:
EasyGo Products EGP-BEDTENT-002 Space Indoor Dream Tent - Children and Adult Use -Daytime Play & Portable Privacy Shelter, Twin https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G8PKC8B/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_UaFRDbETZB0S8
We set up her pack and play inside and put her white noise machine underneath. GAME CHANGER.
Bigger is better!!!
Check apps like NextDoor. You can even post stating you need some furniture and sometimes people have stuff just sitting around.
If you really have to, get 2 twin mattresses and put them on the floor, kids can sleep on that. Wont scar them for life and then you can work on bunk beds. Or heck they might like the bed tents. They make some that totally cover the bed or just a little. But it can give some privacy to the kids if they have to share a room and makes things fun.
https://www.amazon.com/Ontel-Dream-Tents-Space-Adventure/dp/B0721VHB4C
Somethinng like this would be amazing for them. Fill it with balls , crinkly tunnels covered in balls and other things they love!
Here's one if you want to try it
http://www.amazon.com/Tunnel-Balls-Outdoor-Folding-Carrying/dp/B00HDPLPN6
Crawl tube/tent/and balls!
Saw that when I was looking for a foldable tent.
I was thinking a folding tent could also be a lot of indoor fun!
Oh! Like this one! http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008YILXLA
Blanket fort kit on Amazon -- It used to be like $30 or something, and now it's $40+ for different colors. We have a green and purple set, a green and glow in the dark balls set, and an all pink set. o-o Might be cheaper elsewhere, but that's the brand we have.
Cardboard "bricks" like these - http://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Doug-Deluxe-Cardboard-Blocks/dp/B000A12YBW
Marble run - http://www.amazon.com/Ideal-Amaze-Marbles-Classic-Construction/dp/B00000IZC9/
Fort-building set - http://www.amazon.com/Crazy-Forts-Purple-69-pieces/dp/B001DNHYC0/
Break your own geodes - http://www.amazon.com/Gem-Center-U-S-A-BYOGTR-Geodes/dp/B000W7NP8U/ (I've done this with kids as young as 5, just have to be supervised obviously)
Sea monkeys or a worm farm, or bug collecting containers
A classic red wagon, to cart around all his tools and stuff he finds in the yard :)
Sorry but I have no idea what's the best thing to gift to a 1 yr old. Toys comes into mind but there are so many of them that recommending any 1 would not be possible. Anyway I did some Google search, read a few articles, checked out the reviews and selected these 5
Plus this tent looks really cool to me. Although the recommended age is 3+ years:/ I wonder why would it be not safe for a 1 yr old. Or you can take your boyfriend and her niece to a store and let her decide what she likes the most. It could be fun. Best of luck:)
I do! It's a rather expensive one, since I'm living in my car a little more long term than what you're doing, but it's unbelievably comfortable and fits perfectly in the back of my car when the seats are down: http://amzn.to/2jBKVD6 (full disclosure, that's an affiliate link because I really like the product, but you could also just search for Exped MegaMat 10 Sleeping Pad on REI or Amazon). I put that mat on top of a cheapish ($35) cot that I got at Walmart.
We have the same for my two year old, except for the cuddle pillow, couldn't find one of those.
I also got him a Thomas playhut for his 2nd birthday, his little heart just melted when he woke up and saw up. All he could say was a dreamy sort of "Thomas........"
http://www.amazon.com/Playhut-Thomas-Tank-Play-Vehicle/dp/B0065KZEZU
http://www.amazon.com/Tunnel-Balls--Outdoor-Folding-Carrying/dp/B00HDPLPN6/ref=sr_1_15?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1415617560&sr=1-15
play tent/tunnel/ball pit
http://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1828078/Disney-Pixar-Cars-Playville-Tent.jsp?ci_mcc=ci&srccode=cii_17588969&cpncode=27-375085765-2&CID=shopping15
same thing, but cheaper and Cars
We got Tinynurse skates that go over the shoes, PlayDoh is a big hit (even if I'm not a fan), trying to think...she's rough and not "girly", build a bear was a huge hit with her, she loves her zoomer zuppie, hugging Elmo (I'm scanning her toys).
30 and damn rights
in the place i work some guy sells the most odd ball things and sometimes they are gold and must purchase
this is so not what i paid but i found it online
link 2
Edit: price i paid
You mentioned he has issues with his speech. Is he able to communicate his needs/wants with you in any way? Some of his behavior could be out of frustration. Once my son learned the sign for "Help" his behavior improved greatly, because he was able to tell us he had a need. It's still the only sign he'll use with any consistency, but it's something...
When playing outside isn't an option, maybe a dedicated place indoors could help. We have a pop up tent that our son can go to when he's overwhelmed and needs to be alone. You may want to try to redirect his energy toward safe and fun rough housing on a bed or couch cushions. He could just be seeking stimulation, and not know how to get it.
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My son's favorite first birthday gift was a collapsible tent, tunnel, ball pit combo. Similar to this: https://www.amazon.com/kiddzery-Kids-Crawl-Tunnel-Basketball/dp/B0748W81QP/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=tent%2C+tunnel%2C+ball+pit&qid=1571864383&sr=8-6
I never had the whole thing set up at once, since our space is small, but rather rotated the different pieces in and out as something "new" every few months. But man, did he LOVE every part of that thing, and still plays with it when I bring it out, even though he's almost 3 now. It's nice that it collapses flat for storage, but I will warn you that you will be forever picking up ball pit balls when that part is set up.
My son's birthday is also in December, so I try to get him a few toys that are a bit advanced for now, but that he will grow into, since he will have to wait another whole year for the next major gifting opportunity. For instance, he also got Mega Blocks and a climber/slide combo for outside for his first Christmas/birthday. He wasn't quite ready at the time, but by Summer those things were in full use.
>It is the tallest (thickest) sleeping pad available.
really?
When I was about 6, I loved to draw but I was always bummed to use the "kid supplies" to draw with like crayons and markers. My mom went out and got me "real" art supplies because she said I was a "real artist" and needed the "big people" supplies. It meant the world to me, not only because the stuff she bought me was good but that she also believed in me... so, I would recommend for Adela:
Now, for Isla, I'd definitely get her her own set of kids colored pencils or crayons so she doesn't try to steal her sister's "good stuff." Just get her a few packs of the crayola stuff. In addition to that, I would suggest:
Thanks!!
It's pretty much exactly like this, although the toys on the mobile are different on his: infantino grow-with-me playtime teepee gym
We have this we ended up buying extra balls but its been a fun toy! Even without the extra balls!
I saw a wacky inflatable guy costume made from one of [these children’s crawling tube toys](6 Foot Adventure Play Tunnel Play Tunnel Kids Tent Children Pop-up Toy Tube https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PQW289B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_rgIYDbGMPGTBJ)
They are on Amazon!
Little Explorers Kids Pop Up Play Tent with Camping Gear Outdoor Toy Tools Set (7 Pieces) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075KPRN98/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_i-lmDbA4XNSDX
Sort of.