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Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for New Parent Essentials.

Navigating the world of parenthood can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially for new parents. Our curated selection of new parent essentials is designed to make this journey a little bit easier. From must-have baby gear to handy gadgets that simplify everyday tasks, we have everything you need to create a comfortable and nurturing environment for your little one. Explore our collection of essential items that will help you navigate the early stages of parenthood with confidence and ease.

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  1. Infant Optics - Video Baby Monitor with 3.5" Screen - Gold/White - Front_Zoom
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    "I'd definitely suggest this monitor to any new parent....Gift for new parents....Played with it along with new dad to be. Appears to work exactly as. Described"

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    Keep an eye on your infant as he drifts off to sleep with this Genexus Infant Optics baby monitor. The interchangeable lens grows with your child, switching easily from crib close-ups to whole-room observation of mobile toddlers. Remote pan and tilt options on this Genexus Infant Optics baby monitor provide quiet convenience in changing the camera's view.
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    "I'd definitely suggest this monitor to any new parent....Gift for new parents....Played with it along with new dad to be. Appears to work exactly as. Described"

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    Product Description

    Keep an eye on your infant as he drifts off to sleep with this Genexus Infant Optics baby monitor. The interchangeable lens grows with your child, switching easily from crib close-ups to whole-room observation of mobile toddlers. Remote pan and tilt options on this Genexus Infant Optics baby monitor provide quiet convenience in changing the camera's view.
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  2. Nanit - Superior Sleep Set - Blue - Front_Zoom

    Model: P312NW
    SKU: 6572482

    Product Description

    The Superior Sleep Set includes parents-moved loved baby essentials you'll use for years to come. Say goodbye to sleepless nights with our advanced monitoring. Track your baby's breathing motion, sleep patterns, and milestones with crystal-clear video and personalized insights in the Nanit app, all while creating a soothing and consistent sleep environment that grows with your child from newborn to toddlerhood. Together, the Nanit Baby Monitor and Sound and Light Machine make bedtime smoother, help you build healthy sleep routines, and ensure you stay connected to what matters most—day and night.
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    The Superior Sleep Set includes parents-moved loved baby essentials you'll use for years to come. Say goodbye to sleepless nights with our advanced monitoring. Track your baby's breathing motion, sleep patterns, and milestones with crystal-clear video and personalized insights in the Nanit app, all while creating a soothing and consistent sleep environment that grows with your child from newborn to toddlerhood. Together, the Nanit Baby Monitor and Sound and Light Machine make bedtime smoother, help you build healthy sleep routines, and ensure you stay connected to what matters most—day and night.
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  3. Project Nursery - Dreamweaver Night Light & Sound Soother - White - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "This is just the best lil gadget for my new grandbaby! So soothing she loves it!...Probably best for cost-conscious parents, not adult sleepers."

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    Help your child settle down with Project Nursery's Dreamweaver night light and sound soother. Choose from three preloaded lullabies and five preloaded sounds to soothe your baby. Easily control timer settings based on your schedule with 15-minute increments, or the constant-on mode. Four comforting night light modes will help lull your child to sleep. The soother is rechargeable and provides up to 8 hours of soothing. Quality sleep for your baby means reduced stress and better sleep for you.
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    "This is just the best lil gadget for my new grandbaby! So soothing she loves it!...Probably best for cost-conscious parents, not adult sleepers."

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    Help your child settle down with Project Nursery's Dreamweaver night light and sound soother. Choose from three preloaded lullabies and five preloaded sounds to soothe your baby. Easily control timer settings based on your schedule with 15-minute increments, or the constant-on mode. Four comforting night light modes will help lull your child to sleep. The soother is rechargeable and provides up to 8 hours of soothing. Quality sleep for your baby means reduced stress and better sleep for you.
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  4. Infant Optics - DXR-8 PRO - White - Angle_Zoom

    Model: DXR-8 PRO
    SKU: 6464555
    Top comment

    "1st Time Parents!...I really like the quality of the picture and the visual sound indicator on the parent unit. The only thing I wish were different about this monitor is that it had a small belt clip on the parent unit. "

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    Keep a close eye on your little one as they sleep with the Infant Optics DXR-8 PRO Video Baby Monitor. With our patent-pending Active Noise Reduction feature , you can sleep better without static background noise in the background bothering you. Plug and play, no internet connection required for increased security.
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    "1st Time Parents!...I really like the quality of the picture and the visual sound indicator on the parent unit. The only thing I wish were different about this monitor is that it had a small belt clip on the parent unit. "

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    Product Description

    Keep a close eye on your little one as they sleep with the Infant Optics DXR-8 PRO Video Baby Monitor. With our patent-pending Active Noise Reduction feature , you can sleep better without static background noise in the background bothering you. Plug and play, no internet connection required for increased security.
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  5. Frigidaire - 3.9 Cu. Ft. 10-Cycle Gas Washer and 5.6 Cu. Ft. 10-Cycle Gas Dryer Laundry Center - White - Front_Zoom
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    "No major complaints with my new washer/dryer...No major complaints with my new washer/dryer. This was a replacement of an old model. ...[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love our new stackables"

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    Take care of laundry chores with this white Frigidaire stacked washer and dryer. The 10 wash cycles accommodate a range of fabric types, load sizes, and soil levels, while the stacked design fits in small laundry rooms. This Frigidaire stacked washer and dryer has a stainless steel washer drum for easy maintenance and durability.
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    "No major complaints with my new washer/dryer...No major complaints with my new washer/dryer. This was a replacement of an old model. ...[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love our new stackables"

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    Take care of laundry chores with this white Frigidaire stacked washer and dryer. The 10 wash cycles accommodate a range of fabric types, load sizes, and soil levels, while the stacked design fits in small laundry rooms. This Frigidaire stacked washer and dryer has a stainless steel washer drum for easy maintenance and durability.
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  6. Samsung - Bespoke 3-Door French Door Refrigerator panel - Top Panel - Stainless Steel - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Kid tested Parent approved!"

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    Product Description

    Personalize your Bespoke 3-Door French Door Refrigerator with customizable and changeable refrigerator door panels. Choose from a range of colors and either steel or glass finishes, to design a refrigerator that expresses your personal style. If you want to update your décor, you can simply change the color of your refrigerator by choosing new panels.
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    "Kid tested Parent approved!"

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    Personalize your Bespoke 3-Door French Door Refrigerator with customizable and changeable refrigerator door panels. Choose from a range of colors and either steel or glass finishes, to design a refrigerator that expresses your personal style. If you want to update your décor, you can simply change the color of your refrigerator by choosing new panels.
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  7. Energizer - Recharge Value Charger for NiMH Rechargeable AA and AAA Batteries - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Must have for parents!...Makes it so much cheaper and easier than going to the store for new batteries. A parents dream"

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    Keep the power you need at hand with the convenience of Energizer Recharge Value Charger. This handy device charges 2 or 4 AA or AAA NiMH batteries in 5 hours.* And it’s easy to use: Load up the device, plug into the wall, and get fully loaded battery power when you need it. The charger’s indicator screen glows green when you have a full charge. Should you insert a bad or primary battery, the screen pulses to notify you. Perfect for those most used devices like remotes, computer mouses, and even gaming controllers… So maximize battery performance with the charging power of Energizer, the world’s #1 recharge brand (according to market survey data). Specs at a Glance: • 2 or 4 AA or AAA NiMH batteries • Comes with four (4) 1300 mAh 1.2V AA Energizer Recharge Batteries • Large LED Charge Status Indicator Screen (red glow = charging, green glow = complete) • Bad & Primary Battery Detection (screen flashes when detected) • Reverse Polarity Protection • Delta V Charging Cut-off • Safety Timer to prevent overcharge • Limited Lifetime Warranty (see manual for details) * Times may vary by NiMH battery.
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    "Must have for parents!...Makes it so much cheaper and easier than going to the store for new batteries. A parents dream"

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    Product Description

    Keep the power you need at hand with the convenience of Energizer Recharge Value Charger. This handy device charges 2 or 4 AA or AAA NiMH batteries in 5 hours.* And it’s easy to use: Load up the device, plug into the wall, and get fully loaded battery power when you need it. The charger’s indicator screen glows green when you have a full charge. Should you insert a bad or primary battery, the screen pulses to notify you. Perfect for those most used devices like remotes, computer mouses, and even gaming controllers… So maximize battery performance with the charging power of Energizer, the world’s #1 recharge brand (according to market survey data). Specs at a Glance: • 2 or 4 AA or AAA NiMH batteries • Comes with four (4) 1300 mAh 1.2V AA Energizer Recharge Batteries • Large LED Charge Status Indicator Screen (red glow = charging, green glow = complete) • Bad & Primary Battery Detection (screen flashes when detected) • Reverse Polarity Protection • Delta V Charging Cut-off • Safety Timer to prevent overcharge • Limited Lifetime Warranty (see manual for details) * Times may vary by NiMH battery.
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    See all Rechargeable Batteries
  8. Yoshi's Crafted World - Nintendo Switch [Digital] - Front_Zoom

    Model: 108306
    Publisher: Nintendo
    SKU: 6332259
    ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
    Top comment

    "Really fun for the kids, for me as a parent I'll stick with Mario 3d, kart, and Zelda....Fun but not new"

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    Product Description

    Play as an adorable stuffed Yoshi as he travels through a world crafted from household items such as boxes and paper cups in this new Nintendo Switch platforming adventure. After traveling through a perfectly constructed stage, players can start at the goal and journey back to the start on the flip side, the backside of the course, to catch any items or secrets they might have missed. This item cannot be returned or refunded, please visit to learn more.
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    "Really fun for the kids, for me as a parent I'll stick with Mario 3d, kart, and Zelda....Fun but not new"

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    Product Description

    Play as an adorable stuffed Yoshi as he travels through a world crafted from household items such as boxes and paper cups in this new Nintendo Switch platforming adventure. After traveling through a perfectly constructed stage, players can start at the goal and journey back to the start on the flip side, the backside of the course, to catch any items or secrets they might have missed. This item cannot be returned or refunded, please visit to learn more.
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  9. Apple - 11-inch iPad Air M2 chip Built for Apple Intelligence Wi-Fi + Cellular 128GB - Space Gray (Unlocked) - Back_Zoom
    Top comment

    "The kids mode feature allows parents to have full control with the iPads. I can set limits on all apps...Love the new version of the ipad. Got it for my son and he loves to record himself."

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    Product Description

    The redesigned 11-inch iPad Air is supercharged by the incredibly fast Apple M2 chip. It features a stunning Liquid Retina display, a new landscape camera perfect for FaceTime and video calls, and superfast Wi-Fi 6E and 5G. And it works with the new Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard, so you can multitask, study, work, play, and create from anywhere.
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    "The kids mode feature allows parents to have full control with the iPads. I can set limits on all apps...Love the new version of the ipad. Got it for my son and he loves to record himself."

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    Product Description

    The redesigned 11-inch iPad Air is supercharged by the incredibly fast Apple M2 chip. It features a stunning Liquid Retina display, a new landscape camera perfect for FaceTime and video calls, and superfast Wi-Fi 6E and 5G. And it works with the new Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard, so you can multitask, study, work, play, and create from anywhere.
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  10. Xplora - Kids' X6Play (GPS + Cellular) Smart Watch 42mm Calls, Messages, SOS, GPS Tracker, Camera, Step Counter, SIM Card - Black - (2025) - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "My son loves his new watch, and mom loves how simple it is to use while keeping him tech-safe! ...We purposely sought this watch because it does NOT have games or other apps/bells/whistles for kids to dork around with. Instead, for parents who want to provide their kids an opportunity to call/text them and select friends and want GPS monitoring, this is just what you want. "

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    Product Description

    Playful, powerful, and personal at the same time! Enjoy a faster processor, sharper screen, more storage, and an awesome camera on our new premium smartwatch for kids - The X6Play. The X6Play, a phone worn on your child's wrist, allows for calls/messages/emoji, no internet access, no social media, GPS location tracking, safe zones, and school mode. All contacts must be parent-approved in the app. As with all Xplora watches, the XG6 connects parents with their kids via the free Xplora App—available from the Apple and Google Play stores. The X6Play is Xplora’s premium kids’ smartwatch where families can stay in contact and kids can get rewarded for being active! Using our revolutionary rewards system, kids receive 1 Xplora Coin for every 1,000 steps they take. Xplora Coins are valid in the unique Xplora Kids' Activity Platform that features fun games, activities, and exciting campaigns. Kids can personalize their Xplora experience more than ever before, with multiple color combinations on straps and frames with the Xplora Switch, mix & match concept! Tons of cool stuff from the Kids' Activity Platform can be downloaded to customize each watch! It provides a fun and safe environment for young children from the age of 4 to 11 years while providing comfort, security, and peace of mind for the whole family. A SIM card is preinstalled in each watch. Connectivity is required with a monthly subscription charge from $9.99 to $13.99 per month.Xplora Kids' Activity Platform: Never before have kids been less active than today, and we would like to change that. Children should stay active, investigate, and explore the world, which is why we have launched Xplora's Kids Activity Platform combining physical activity with entertainment.
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    Top comment

    "My son loves his new watch, and mom loves how simple it is to use while keeping him tech-safe! ...We purposely sought this watch because it does NOT have games or other apps/bells/whistles for kids to dork around with. Instead, for parents who want to provide their kids an opportunity to call/text them and select friends and want GPS monitoring, this is just what you want. "

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    Product Description

    Playful, powerful, and personal at the same time! Enjoy a faster processor, sharper screen, more storage, and an awesome camera on our new premium smartwatch for kids - The X6Play. The X6Play, a phone worn on your child's wrist, allows for calls/messages/emoji, no internet access, no social media, GPS location tracking, safe zones, and school mode. All contacts must be parent-approved in the app. As with all Xplora watches, the XG6 connects parents with their kids via the free Xplora App—available from the Apple and Google Play stores. The X6Play is Xplora’s premium kids’ smartwatch where families can stay in contact and kids can get rewarded for being active! Using our revolutionary rewards system, kids receive 1 Xplora Coin for every 1,000 steps they take. Xplora Coins are valid in the unique Xplora Kids' Activity Platform that features fun games, activities, and exciting campaigns. Kids can personalize their Xplora experience more than ever before, with multiple color combinations on straps and frames with the Xplora Switch, mix & match concept! Tons of cool stuff from the Kids' Activity Platform can be downloaded to customize each watch! It provides a fun and safe environment for young children from the age of 4 to 11 years while providing comfort, security, and peace of mind for the whole family. A SIM card is preinstalled in each watch. Connectivity is required with a monthly subscription charge from $9.99 to $13.99 per month.Xplora Kids' Activity Platform: Never before have kids been less active than today, and we would like to change that. Children should stay active, investigate, and explore the world, which is why we have launched Xplora's Kids Activity Platform combining physical activity with entertainment.
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