From swaddling a squirmy, screaming baby to imposing your own household TikTok down ban after 9 p.m. on your teen, bedtime can feel like a never-ending negotiation. While there's no one-size-fits-all solution, I have rounded up a few tried-and-true products that might make lights-out a little smoother. From a swaddle that actually works to a toothbrush that's so fun they’ll actually use it these picks make bedtime less of a battle—and maybe even a dream.
9 Must-Have Sleep Products for Happier Bedtimes for Babies, Kids and, Yes, Even Teens
Oh this old thing? It's called sleep
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Published Feb 6, 2025
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Babies
The Ollie Store
As a mom of two, this is the only swaddle I could figure out.
2. The Original Dohm Noise Machine
Marpac
Nothing fancy, just a fan and an actual good night's sleep.
Toddler
Ledlenser
The night we let our 3-year-old sleep with her flashlight was the easiest bedtime to date.
4. My First Fairy Tale Paperback Boxset
My First Fairy Tale
Keyword: Paperback. Let your toddler keep a couple under their pillow.
Big Kid
Autobrush
Make their least favorite part about bedtime the most fun.
Glocarnival
Cheapest total-room makeover ever.
Teen/Tween
Amazon
Screen-free reading for your bookworm.
Bliss
Wake up smooth and bright by adding this to their nighttime routine.
Loop
For deep, restorative sleep, the Dream earplugs are a must. "I tried them while sharing a hotel room with my mom recently," writes PureWow Wellness Director Sarah Stiefvater, "and they immediately earned a spot in my sleep routine."
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