We love the deals here. (Perhaps you’ve heard that kids are expensive?) That’s why Scary Mommy editors are shopping during Amazon’s Prime Day sales like everyone else. But we don’t have gatekeepers here at Scary Mom, so we’re sharing our favorite deals after scouring the site ourselves. Hope you remember to use Camel Camel Camel to double check that you are getting the real deal! We did.
1.Loose knitted pullover sweater
This sweater has been on my wish list forever! Guess what, it’s actually under $20! This is an automatic purchase for me! — Katie Garrity, News and Community Editor
2. 3 barrels of curling iron
I have no idea how to actually curl my hair, so this is the solution I’ve been waiting for, and thankfully I waited long enough and now it’s 40% off. —Megan LaCreta, associate editor, Social
3. R+Co Badlands Dry Shampoo
I finally gave in and got a mid-part haircut, and while looking up videos on how to add a little volume, this product came up a lot—not from influencers, but from regular people. Pretty pricey, but at $25 off, I’ll take a bite. —Katie McPherson, associate editor, Lifestyle & Entertainment
4. Laneige glossy lip balm
What can I say? I love lip balm. Do I need another copy? Probably not. But I really love my Laneige Sleeping Lip Mask — which lasts forever, by the way — and I’ve been eyeing the Summer Fridays lip balm, so I decided to give it a try for $10 cheaper . — Kelly Fairblot, Executive Editor
5. Magic blending mermaid pixels
I actually don’t like these Magic Mixies…but God knows my kids do. So I decided to buy her a Christmas stocking at almost 50% off. This mermaid “elf” is a bit scary and disturbing, and it looks like she might come to life in the night and nibble on my toes, but hey, that’s probably the most folklore-accurate description of an elf. — Kelly Ferb
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My Christmas shopping continues with this mental math game, which looks adorable and is easier to keep my kids engaged than regular old flashcards. — Kelly Ferb
7. Hellenism: An Epic Retelling of Classic Green Myths
My last golden holiday purchase (you have to be really organized when you have a December baby) was this book based on the delightful National Geographic Channel kids podcast Greek Out, which is new to my kids Obsessed. This is a great option for anyone who wants to take their child down the path of Percy Jackson. — Kelly Ferb
8. Levi’s Women’s 94 Loose Jeans
Like everyone on the planet, I hate buying jeans. I’m trying to embrace the baggy trend, and Levi’s seems like a safe bet. Classic styling, nothing crazy. — Katy Elliott, Senior Editor, Personal Stories
9. Johnson & Johnson Multi-Purpose Portable Compact First Aid Kit
I keep this in my car. We had a few minor accidents while we were out and I had nothing on hand. I love that everything I need is inside and packed into one box. — Katie Elliott
10.Tribit Stormbox Bluetooth Speaker
I love this speaker so much that I bought a second one when it went on sale this week. Really easy to use and sounds great. I walk around the house with it when I clean. — Sarah Aswell, deputy news and community editor
11.FitBit Ace LTE
I bought one for my eldest daughter earlier this year, and when it went on sale this week, I bought one for my 9-year-old daughter as well. I love being able to chat and text with my kids and having a few more years of smartphone use. Plus, the fitness element is great – fun and cute without making kids uncomfortable or addicted to the activity. — Sarah Aswell
12. Replenix Anti-Aging Tinted Brightening Eye Cream
I love using this on makeup-free days. It really works, goes on smoothly and is hydrating. Today it is on sale in large quantities. — Kate Auletta, Editor-in-Chief
13. Solar power pack
I live in Florida and this hurricane season is no joke. We have a lot of small battery packs for emergencies, but I wanted to get some larger, newer ones just to be safe. These charge using solar power, come with a bunch of charger cords so I’m not trying to find the right cords to connect the device to the bank in the dark, and they have a built-in flashlight to boot. —Katie McPherson
14. Xingyue Solar Path Light
I’ve been eyeing these to add to my outdoor Halloween decorations. They look super nice and have really good reviews. I thought a set of lights on my sidewalk would add some light for trick-or-treating. — Katie Elliott, Senior Editor
15. Limitless PowerPro 5 Device Charger
Great deals and prime days are the perfect time to recharge my home charger. This one is simple and perfect for my kitchen tabletop. — Sarah Aswell
16. Smarty Pants Children’s Immunity
SmartyPants is my favorite vitamin company for kids, and as winter approaches, I’m stocking up on these immunity gummies. Vitamins can get very expensive, so big sale days are the perfect time to grab a few bottles in your pantry. — Sarah Aswell
17. Homerunpet Fountain
This is another great deal that I purchased again after loving the first one I received. Finding a good pet fountain for my cat was impossible, but this one is quiet, easy to clean, and wireless. Its water container is also larger than others I’ve tried. — Sarah Aswell
18. Blinking strings can be mapped to lights
My brother bought these for his tree last year and they are so cool! This price is even far higher than Costco. Really happy with the deal. — Sarah Aswell
19. Mantis
Big Deal Day is a great time to stock up on your kids’ birthday gifts. I keep them in the closet and it’s easy for my kids to “shop” for gifts in the closet for their friends when we are invited to a party. This is a great game from the makers of Exploding Kittens, and it’s also a great price. — Sarah Aswell
20. AIIR High Vibration Travel Kit
This little hair care kit was exactly what I was looking for for my picky, hair care obsessed kid. She specifically wanted a smoothing cream and this one looks great. — Sarah Aswell
21. Hex Bot Nanorobot
I love this company, it makes the coolest toys for kids. After purchasing a few of their products, I was very excited to purchase this set of Nanobots for my nephew for the holidays. — Sarah Aswell
22. Fisher-Price musical toys, rock record players
I saw this in the great deals section (25% off!) and grabbed it as a holiday gift for my niece this year. My partner and his dad both love records and this seemed like the cutest way to get the next generation involved in the family hobby. —Sam Rullo, Director of Editorial Operations
23. Laneige Reservoir Moisturizing Cream
This is one of my favorite moisturizers—it’s incredibly hydrating but still lightweight—but since it usually costs $40 for the standard 1.6-ounce size, I usually end up buying a dupe. However, as a Prime Big Deal, it’s about half the price, so I can happily use the genuine article. —Sam Rulo
