Our 2025 Prime Big Deal Days Favorites

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Like many of you, we try to focus on experiences over things, but there are certain items that have helped make those experiences easier and more fun over the years. These are things that are useful, durable, and stand the test of time when it comes to family travel.

I’d always prefer to get them on sale when possible, so I’m sharing in case it helps save you some time and money, and make it easier for you to enjoy some amazing family adventures, too!

Deals from Other Retailers

Here are a few deals from other places this week!

Prime Big Deal Day Deals 2025

Here are a ton of really good deals on items we use and love – I hope it saves you some money while addressing a need. They’re perfect for an upcoming trip, to save for winter holiday gifts, adding to a friend birthday gift bin (I hate having to run out for a gift last minute!), or holding onto for a special summer day.

Things I Personally Bought

  • Toothbrush Covers – we need some fresh ones of these toothbrush covers
  • Foil craft – We gave this set to M for Christmas last year and it was a huge hit with her and her friends. We’ve gotten another set since and it’s been just as fun – and last for ages of craft-making. I’m grabbing a few more sets to stock up for birthday gifts.
  • Shashibo cube – my kids got this a few years ago and played with it ALL the time. It’s strangely soothing! Ours sadly got accidentally broken recently by a visiting friend so I’m grabbing another one.
  • Wool socks – My favorite winter socks! Honestly have lasted as long and maybe even more comfy than my expensive brand name wool socks (they’re stretchier and softer). A couple of my kids also use and love them. Great stocking stuffer and cute with boots. Under $9 for 5 pairs.
  • Food stain remover – I’d hear about this from several friends and finally got some. It works! Really does make stains magically disappear.
  • Disinfecting wipes & other cleaning supplies – go ahead and laugh but it’s a great time for buying basics! LOTS of other cleaning supplies on big sale. If you have the space to stock up and store items, this is a great time to do so. Or to purchase some for your child’s classroom!
  • CC cream – I’ve used this foundation for nearly 15 years. Lightweight but great coverage.
  • Concealer – this is my FAVORITE concealer that provides great coverage and that I’ve used for years and years. I use the color tan sand.
  • Wax craft sticks – I restock these for my kids’ stockings every year.
  • Water flosser – I’ve wanted one for ages and now’s the time
  • The rain pants to go with my favorite affordable air jacket
  • Another pair of my favorite workout leggings for K!

Hot Deals

  • 20% Off Old Navy Gift Card – I was surprised to see this on here, but it really works! Buy a $50 gift card for $40, and then you can use it with any discounts on the Old Navy site. This is a lightning deal so grab it quick if you want it!
  • Lightweight hardside suitcase – this is our go-to hardside suitcase because it’s durable but still lightweight (don’t want lots of our weight allowance going to the suitcase itself!). Also the lowest price in a year+.
  • Kids Kindle!! Great deal and the lowest we’ve seen since last holiday season. An absolute MUST for every one of our reading kids when we travel and at home.
  • My favorite affordable rain jacket! Very rarely goes on sale – this is a fantastic deal. Super waterproof and packable. The men’s version also has a few colors on sale, and the rain pants are also on sale (I just purchased these!).
  • 4-pack of AirTags for under $65!
  • Portable Jump Starter – an absolute must for every single car, especially if you’ll be on a road trip (but we keep one in ours for everyday). So helpful in an emergency.
  • Human Body Activity Book – an activity book is always a winner and we really love this one about the human body. Fun and also educational. An amazing deal right now!
  • Stem activity book – got several of these books (they have chemistry, construction, etc.) years ago and they’re still in use. We even shipped them to London!
  • Favorite no-show socks that DO NOT slip down – have gotten SO many messages from all of you on how much you love them, too
  • Wool blend kids socks – we need some new warm socks for upcoming travel and these are the best combo of super comfy and VERY affordable.
  • BEST pillow in all the land – I seriously love this thing so much. I’ve had mine for years and brought it with me to London because it’s just that good. Truly life changing.
  • Universal Travel Adapter – A must if you travel internationally – we have several we always take. Love that this one has USB & USB-C ports, too.
  • Raycon earbuds – I heard glowing reviews about these for years and finally took the leap last year. I’ve loved them!
  • Fave travel pillow – My beloved favorite travel pillow that allows me to sleep hours on end on a plane!
  • Metal mixing bowls with lids – I purchased a set of these metal mixing bowls with airtight lids a few months ago and LOVE them – I find myself reaching for them constantly for mixing and storage
  • THE Shoes! I wear these nonstop at home and have taken them on almost every trip for years. So comfortable and have walked miles and miles in them. Lowest price I’ve seen on them!
  • The zip front floral rash guard that I’ve loved for a few years. Great deal!!
  • Airfly – This little Bluetooth transmitter is my fave to use on airplanes. Smoking price.
  • Silicone oven mitts – have had these about a year and am still absolutely obsessed. Weird? Maybe. But so functional. Best price I’ve seen.

Travel Items

Road Trip

  • Portable Jump Starter – an absolute must for every single car, especially if you’ll be on a road trip (but we keep one in ours for everyday). So helpful in an emergency.
  • Portable Tire Inflator / Air Compressor – amazing deal on this one that we love and that has saved us more than once when we’ve had a flat on the road. 88k positive reviews don’t lie.
  • Digital Tire Pressure Gauge – keep one of these in the glove box!
  • Inflatable toddler bed – we got 2 of these and they’ve been so helpful when we have guests and for big road trips. We use it a ton when we need an extra bed (currently using it right now for M while my mom is with us!).

Children’s Items

  • Bubblebum Inflatable Booster – this is super convenient and lightweight and perfect to keep kiddos safe in the car when traveling. Really good deal.
  • Visual timer – We use these all the time for music practice, clean up, screens, and more.
  • Door Stop Alarm – we once had a toddler manage to get out of a hotel room in the wee hours of the morning. Fortunately, everything was fine, but having one of these is a very good idea.
  • Retractable markers – These are my kids’ absolute favorite markers. I love the caps not getting separated and they last way longer, too.

Games/Toys

  • Step-by-step drawing book – we’ve had lots of drawing books over the years and this is by FAR the best one – M uses it for hours on end!
  • Rock tumbler – we gave this rock tumbler to K for Christmas a few years ago and it was a big hit. Warning that it is LOUD – we stuck it in the garage to run.
  • Art set – we gave K this art set several years ago for her birthday and it’s gotten so much love. We’ve also gifted it to several friends.
  • Play clay – didn’t really get why this clay is so much better but I trusted and got it for the kids’ stockings last year. Turns out it’s as awesome as everyone says.
  • Splendor – amazing price on my favorite game of all time
  • Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza – One of our VERY favorite family games and perfect for travel. Says ages 8+ but we’ve had kids as young as 3 play and enjoy it.
  • LCD Drawing Tablet – These are so great for travel – my kids use them constantly. Under $3 each – grab extra for gifts!
  • Klask – I head such great things about this game and ordered it as a family gift last Christmas. It’s been a HUGE hit with my kids and their friends – it’s always one of the first activities to get pulled out when they have playdates.
  • Mini magnetic tiles – we love the regular version at home, and the minis are perfect for travel. Great deal and would make a perfect gift.
  • Snap circuits – another thing we shipped to London because we love them so much.
  • Shashibo cube – my kids got this a few years ago and still play with it all the time. It’s strangely soothing!
  • Rush Hour game – My 10 & 8 year old boys especially love this logic game – so fun and some of the challenges are even difficult for adults
  • Gnoming Around – I gave this to A a while back and it’s been a favorite amongst the kids
  • Gravity Maze – another favorite logic game. This is always a favorite with visiting friends
  • Tosy Flying Ring – this light up frisbee is so popular with my kids and their friends. I always keep a couple on hand for gifts
  • Magnetic Dart Board – every kid who comes to our home immediately gravitates to this. Great for a mix of ages.
  • Gravitrax – gave this marble run set to the kids for Christmas a couple years ago and it still gets frequently used, so fun for kids who like to tinker

Books

  • Human Body Activity Book – an activity book is always a winner and we really love this one about the human body. Fun and also educational. An amazing deal right now!
  • Yoto mini – we love our Yoto player so much. They sold out before the holiday season ended last year so if you’re in the market, I’d grab it at this price now.
  • Gorgeous animals book – was T’s Chistmas book a couple years ago. I paid more than twice this price and it’s been worth every cent.
  • Stem activity book – got several of these books (they have chemistry, construction, etc.) years ago and they’re still in use. We even shipped them to London!
  • Dino book – the short snippets and facts tend to be great for reluctant readers or kids who struggle with staying focused on reading. We love the whole series!

Outdoor Gear

  • Camelbak Mini Mule – LOVE this little hydration backpack for my younger kiddos (starting around age 3 or 4) or even for myself if I just need to carry some water and snacks on a trail.
  • Ultralight camping shovel
  • Dan’s Favorite Sun Hat at stocking stuffer price
  • Portable soap sheets – super convenient for travel or when outside
  • Bug Bite Thing – if you’re traveling somewhere buggy, you definitely want to take this thing along. It sucks venom out to minimize irritation and swelling. Dan swears by it!

Clothing, Shoes, Beauty, and Body Care

  • 20% Off Old Navy Gift Card – I was surprised to see this on here, but it really works! Buy a $50 gift card for $40, and then you can use it with any discounts on the Old Navy site. This is a lightning deal so grab it quick if you want it!
  • Favorite no-show socks that DO NOT slip down – have gotten SO many messages from all of you on how much you love them, too
  • THE Shoes! I wear these nonstop at home and have taken them on almost every trip for years. So comfortable and have walked miles and miles in them. Lowest price I’ve seen on them!
  • Wrap-front swimsuit – One of my top 3 swimsuits that I’ve worn super frequently for the last 4 years and it’s held up great. I have the orange color block version.
  • Half-sleeve midi dress – I adore this dress and have had it in navy & green for a couple years. This is the lowest price I’ve seen!
  • Great socks – My favorite winter socks! Honestly have lasted as long and maybe even more comfy than my expensive brand name wool socks (they’re stretchier and softer). A couple of my kids also use and love them. Great stocking stuffer and cute with boots. Under $9 for 5 pairs.
  • Fave swim cover up that doubles as a top when traveling
  • The darling floral two-piece swimsuit I wore all the time last summer – great coverage and support when running around with kids
  • The maternity swimsuit I LOVED
  • Lip mask – this lip sleeping mask is viral for a reason. I’ve used it for at least 5 years and still love it.
  • Eyelash primer – love and use this every day and have for close to a decade. Helps my mascara last all day long.
  • Oil to lather body wash – phenomenal deal on my fave body wash, especially in winter. The best for dry skin and so luxurious
  • Menstrual cup – look, this might be my favorite travel item. Makes traveling while on your period (or just day to day) SO MUCH BETTER.
  • Hand & body cream – I’ve used this for years and it’s the best for really dry skin. It’s pricey so great to get while on sale.
  • The zip front floral rash guard that I’ve loved for a few years. Great deal!!
  • CC cream – I’ve used this foundation for nearly 15 years. Lightweight but great coverage.
  • Concealer – this is my FAVORITE concealer that provides great coverage and that I’ve used for years and years. I use the color tan sand.
  • Dime Beauty – my fave clean skincare!! I especially love the blue facial oil, day cream, and night cream
  • Fave shampoo – obsessed with this shampoo (the refill is also on sale)
  • Best razor – I finally tried this razor after hearing tons about it and it really is that great
  • Water flosser – I’ve wanted one for ages and now’s the time
  • My very favorite workout leggings

Home & Kitchen

  • BEST pillow in all the land – I seriously love this thing so much. I’ve had mine for years and brought it with me to London because it’s just that good. Truly life changing.
  • Fave multipurpose scissors
  • AA Batteries
  • Dyson V8 Cordless Vacuum – my 7th child lol. I’ve owned one of these for 8+ years and love it so much. This is an older model but it works great and does the job. Same price at Target, or this refurbished one from Walmart is even cheaper.
  • Bentgo stainless steel leak-proof lunchbox – these are our faves and we even brought them to London with us
  • Tineco wet/dry mop – We purchased this a few months ago and absolutely love it for our hard flooring.
  • My beloved handheld frother. Never knew to have an opinion on these until I got this one.
  • Glass food storage containers – I bought these last year in an effort to move away from plastic storage and they’ve been fantastic. Love how easy to clean they are and they’ve been great for storing or carrying food. GREAT price.
  • Metal mixing bowls with lids – I purchased a set of these metal mixing bowls with airtight lids a few months ago and LOVE them – I find myself reaching for them constantly for mixing and storage
  • Silicone oven mitts – have had these about a year and am still absolutely obsessed. Weird? Maybe. But so functional. Best price I’ve seen.
  • Electric salt & pepper grinders – these bring me an unreasonable amount of joy every day
  • Nonstick pan – the BEST nonstick pan after trying so so many. Actually holds up and doesn’t get destroyed in a month.
  • Board game storage containers – We’ve had these about 4 years and we even shipped ours from CA to London. Love them.
  • Velvet earring box – both K and I have this box for our earrings and love it
  • Satin Pillowcase – travel can be rough on hair, especially if it’s curly or textured. A satin pillowcase can really help, and weighs almost nothing to take along. This one is really affordable and has terrific reviews. I also personally use this satin bonnet every night.
  • Battery organizer – who knew I’d get so much joy from having contained batteries?
  • Food stain remover – I’d hear about this from several friends and finally got some. It works! Really does make stains magically disappear.
  • I love these pens!

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