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As the leading online marketplace for buying and selling secondhand baby gear, we compiled proprietary information from our database of over 42,376 brand new, open box and used baby gear items across 2,600 brands, paired with industry statistics to provide a look at the latest resale trends and best baby products of .
Utilizing data from our guide to new parent essentials, here are the top products parents purchased within the first year of having a baby.
Our community of first-time parents bought over 12,000 strollers last year. It&#;s one of the most important baby items you&#;ll need. And, choosing a stroller is similar to picking out the perfect car&#;you&#;ll want to consider all factors of your lifestyle before landing on the right one.
From the moment you bring your new baby home from the hospital, you&#;ll need a car seat. So, it&#;s no surprise first-time parents bought over 2,000 open box car seats in .
Car seat tip: Before purchasing, make sure the car seat will fit in your vehicle. You don&#;t want to splurge only to find the seat is too big for your Kia.
Parents and their little ones value the closeness and functionality a carrier provides, which is why over 1,000 were sold to new parents just last year. Not to mention it allows you to bring baby along for the ride while you try to resume your normal routine (as much as you can with a newborn in tow).
No matter where you are in your feeding journey (whether breastfeeding or not), you&#;ll need a baby bottle on hand. And our picky little ones like options when it comes to feeding accessories, making this a must-have baby item for more than 1,000 parents last year.
Having a safe space for baby to sleep is an absolute must as a new parent. And bassinets reign over cribs for many families, as they offer a more compact and portable place for baby to snooze. Which is why they made it in our list of the top baby items for new parents last year.
Other baby essentials that neared the top of the list this year include diapers, changing pads, diaper bags, high chairs, swaddles, breast pumps, baby monitors, sound machines and travel systems.
One of our goals at GoodBuy Gear is to make the leading baby and kid brands accessible to all families. That&#;s why we&#;re proud to sell over 2,600 of the best baby products at discounted price points. Here&#;s a look at the top brands our community of parents purchased in .
Mockingbird
: Known most for their Single-to-Double stroller, Mockingbird is a premium stroller brand that offers easy to adapt, quality strollers at reasonable prices. It&#;s no wonder they were the most purchased baby brand in our marketplace for two years in a row.
UPPAbaby
: Who doesn&#;t love UPPAbaby? They are popular, and arguably one of the best strollers on the market, for a reason. And, with so many great strollers available&#;like the
Vista and Cruz
&#;it can be hard to choose just one.
BabyBjorn
: Known most for their baby carriers, BabyBjorn also has travel cribs and baby bouncers designed to simplify life on the go with your little one.
Skip Hop
: From toddler must-haves to baby registry essentials, Skip Hop takes an innovative spin on the baby and kid products every new and
seasoned parent needs
.
Baby Merlin
: Baby Merlin&#;s Magic Sleepsuit isn&#;t called magic for nothing! It&#;s a patented swaddle transition product designed to help transition babies from the swaddles by providing them with a cozy, secure feeling. (Reminder: while we don&#;t sell secondhand baby clothes, we have a large selection of washable swaddles and sleep sacks are unbeatable prices!)
Stokke
: Best known for the Tripp Trapp High Chair, Stokke gear is aesthetically pleasing and designed to grow with your child.
4moms
:
4moms quality and technology are one-of-a-kind&#;offering you innovative bassinets, baby swings, playards and more.
Graco
: Thoughtfully designed, high-quality baby gear products at the best value. Graco keeps your little ones safe and comfy with their selection of lightweight, portable and multi-purpose gear. Fun fact: Graco shoppers also love Munchkin and Chicco gear.
Nuna
: Nuna offers premium baby gear that&#;s mindfully manufactured and innovatively designed to grow with your family.
As baby & kid brands continue to evolve with our kiddos (and TikTok trends bring different brands to light) here&#;s a look at the top brands that saw the highest increase in annual search volume on goodbuygear.com in .
Pottery Barn Kids
: PBK isn&#;t new to the market but it is new to GoodBuy Gear&#;s site as of . Pottery Barn Kids toys, baby gear and decor. It&#;s durable and long lasting, meaning parents can shop secondhand (and save some money) without compromising quality.
Baby Brezza
: Baby Brezza recently gained popularity when notable parenting influencers, including The Car Mom, deemed the Formula Pro Advanced an all-in-one parenting &#;must-have&#; for breast milk and formula.
Doona
: The Doona converts from a car seat to stroller in seconds without compromising safety, making it one of the most popular and easy pieces of infant gear to use as families continue to travel more frequently.
Coterie
: After taking social media by storm, many parents found themselves Googling &#;Are Coterie diapers worth the hype?&#; and before committing, they opted to test out open box packs from GoodBuy Gear at a discounted price. The verdict? As a sturdy, hypoallergenic diaper, they are absolutely worth the investment without needed to turn to organic cotton reusables.
Ergobaby
: Ergobaby&#;s ergonomic baby carriers are award winning and acknowledged by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute. Aside from wearable carriers, they also offer a selection of strollers, bouncers and sleep gear.
Lalo
: Lalo high chairs, mealtime kids, play gyms, bath tubs and booster seats are affordable, eco-friendly and aesthetic enough for any parent&#;s latest TikTok video.
Baby Jogger
: Baby Jogger is built to conquer subways, curbs, stairs, airplanes, small spaces and anywhere else adventure takes you. Its wide assortment of strollers and car seats are continuing to gain popularity because they&#;re built to last.
Silver Cross
: Silver Cross&#;s modern stroller line features a complete line of gear perfect for everyday strolling from birth well into toddlerhood.
Mompush
: Parents looking for stylish full-size bassinet strollers or compact strollers on a budget never look back once they stroll with Mompush.
LouLou Lollipop
: LouLou Lollipop has emerged a a popular baby shower gift option thanks to its colorful and playful silicone baby products, such as teethers and bibs, at affordable prices.
As the leading baby and kid recommerce marketplace, we have access to unique resale information via our proprietary resale calculator. Leveraging that data, here are the top products with the highest resale value (the price an item is listed to be resold) and seller payout (the average amount you can make if you sell the item gently-used through GoodBuy Gear), so you can make the most informed purchase decision. One thing to note: Payouts vary by brand, product and condition.
Retail Price:
$1,859.00
Avg. GoodBuy Gear Price:
$1,120.00
Resale Value:
$975
Avg. Seller Payout:
$920
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Retail Price:
$1,695
Avg. GoodBuy Gear Price:
$840
Resale Value:
$931
Avg. Seller Payout:
$714
Retail Price:
$1,099.99
Avg. GoodBuy Gear Price:
$850
Resale Value:
$723
Avg. Seller Payout:
$630
Retail Price:
$899
Avg. GoodBuy Gear Price:
$750
Resale Value:
$670
Avg. Seller Payout:
$491
As parents, our purchase decisions have immense power and every choice we make can steer the baby and kid gear industry towards more sustainable and ethical practices.
We also know shopping mindfully takes time&#;a luxury most parents don&#;t have. That why we urge you to lean on GoodBuy Gear before hitting checkout on our latest Amazon or Target cart. Our online marketplace quality checks every item listed for resale and never lists recalled gear so you can quickly, conveniently and confidently shop secondhand. Plus, as the leading recommerce marketplace in the children&#;s space we partner with brands and retailers to offer safe and economical pathways to ensure baby items find new homes and contribute to a circular economy rather than adding to landfills.
We hope you feel inspired to redefine consumerism and join us in this journey towards a sustainable, sensible approach to parenting. Our children, and our world, deserve no less.
Head of Marketing
Maddy believes every family deserves access to the best gear at the best prices. With over 10 years of marketing experience, her goal is to position GoodBuy Gear as a trusted resource for families throughout every stage of parenthood.
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Welcome to our comprehensive guide on silicone baby feeding sets. As you prepare for the exciting journey of introducing solid foods to your little one, or if you're a mum-to-be planning ahead, having the right tools is essential. One of the key items you'll need is a baby feeding set, and silicone options are becoming increasingly popular. But what makes them the preferred choice? Let's dive in and find out.
Baby feeding sets are a collection of tableware designed to assist your baby during meal times as they transition from breastfeeding or bottle-feeding to eating solids. They typically include plates, bowls, cups, utensils, and bibs. Silicone baby feeding sets, made from high-quality, food-grade silicone, are a favourite due to their safety, durability, easy-to-clean nature, and eco-friendliness.
Silicone baby feeding sets have become a staple in many households, and for good reason. Comparing to other materials. they offer a multitude of benefits that make meal times safer, easier, and more eco-friendly. Let's delve deeper into these advantages:
When it comes to baby products, safety is paramount. Silicone, being a non-toxic material, stands out as an excellent choice for baby feeding sets. Unlike some plastic options, it does not contain harmful chemicals like BPA (Bisphenol A), PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), or phthalates, which have been linked to health risks.
In addition, Brightberry food grade silicone is inert and hypoallergenic, which means it's unlikely to cause allergic reactions or interact with food substances. It's also resistant to bacteria, mould, and fungus, reducing the risk of your baby ingesting harmful microbes. By choosing Brightberry silicone baby feeding sets, you're prioritising your little one's health and wellbeing.
The resilience of silicone is another huge advantage. Unlike glass or ceramic, it doesn't break when dropped&#;an important feature when you have a baby learning to feed themselves. Silicone can withstand a broad range of temperatures, from freezing cold to boiling hot. This means you can store food in silicone containers in the freezer, heat it in the microwave, and serve it directly to your baby, all without needing to change containers. This durability extends the life of the feeding set, making it a cost-effective option in the long run.
Meal times with babies can be messy, but silicone baby feeding sets help make clean up a breeze. Thanks to its smooth, non-porous surface, food particles and bacteria don't stick to silicone. You can easily wipe them clean, wash with warm water or put them in the dishwasher. Brightberry baby feeding sets are dishwasher safe to save you time and effort but also ensures that the feeding sets are hygienic for your baby's next meal.
Silicone baby feeding sets stand out for their remarkable durability and their eco-conscious nature. Unlike materials such as glass, ceramic, or even certain plastics, silicone is incredibly sturdy and resistant to wear and tear. It doesn't chip, break or peel, even with frequent use and cleaning, making it ideal for the demanding environment of a baby's mealtime.
This robustness means that a silicone feeding set can be used for years, and potentially even passed down to younger siblings, significantly reducing the need for replacement.
At the end of its life, a silicone baby feeding set doesn't have to contribute to landfill waste. Silicone is recyclable, although it does require specialized recycling facilities. When recycled properly, silicone doesn't release harmful chemicals into the environment, unlike some other materials.
In essence, by choosing a silicone baby feeding set, you're making a choice that's not only good for your baby and convenient for you, but also kinder to the environment. It's an investment that pays off in multiple ways over the years.
Brightberry offers a variety of silicone baby feeding sets, each tailored to meet specific needs and developmental stages. These include the New Baby Gift Set, Toddler Dinner Set, Ultimate Dinner Feeding Bundle, and Australia by Design TV Starter Set. Each of these sets includes a selection of the products below that ate designed with functionality, safety, and child development in mind:
Brightberry plates and bowls are practical and functional, and make mealtime a breeze. They feature suction bases to keep them secure on the table, preventing spills and messes. The unique inward wall design of the bowls and plates makes it easy for your child to scoop up food, promoting self-feeding and the development of motor skills.
Silicone cups and lightweight, soft to the touch and easy for little hands to hold. They're also highly durable, making them ideal for the transition from bottle-feeding to independent drinking, as recommended by speech pathologists.
Silicone utensils are gentle on your baby's gums and emerging teeth. Brightberry's ergonomically designed silicone spoons double as teethers and support your little one's transition to self-feeding. The design of these silicone spoons takes into account a baby's developing fine motor skills.
Silicone bibs, known for their ease of cleaning, often come equipped with a food-catching pocket that helps to minimise mealtime messes. However, it's important to note that not all silicone bibs deliver the same performance. Some can be too flexible, causing the food-catching pocket to collapse rather than stay open as designed, thus not catching the food effectively. Brightberry bibs stand out in this regard, striking the perfect balance between functionality and flexibility. They ensure the pocket stays open as intended, resulting in a more efficient food-catching process and, in turn, a cleaner and more enjoyable feeding experience for all involved.
With so many options on the market, here's what to consider when choosing the right silicone baby feeding set:
The first and most important thing to consider is the quality of the silicone used. Ensure it is food-grade and free from harmful chemicals like BPA, PVC, phthalates, and latex. Brightberry products, for example, are made with safe food-grade silicone and undergo independent testing to guarantee that every Brightberry product meets the high safety standards set by both Australian and international regulators.
The design of a feeding set can significantly influence your child's mealtime experience, making the difference between an enjoyable or a frustrating mealtime.
Factors such as bowls that are difficult to scoop from, don't stick properly or are too small can turn mealtimes into a stressful event, potentially leading to fussy eating habits. It's essential to look for features that promote the feeding process. Features such as strong suction cups on bowls and plates, divided plates for serving various foods, and easy-grip cups and utensils can significantly enhance the mealtime experience.
Brightberry tableware, designed by qualified industrial designers who are also parents, embodies these beneficial features. Our ergonomically designed suction bowls, plates, and spoons encourage a smoother transition to self-feeding, making mealtimes less messy and more enjoyable for everyone.
It's crucial to choose products that match your baby's developmental stage. Some sets are designed for beginners who are just starting to explore solids, while others are meant for more advanced eaters who are developing their fine motor skills. The Brightberry feeding sets cater to different developmental stages, making them suitable for various ages.
Although high-quality silicone baby feeding sets may carry a higher price tag, they often provide excellent value due to their superior quality, extended lifespan, and thoughtful design. Such an investment not only ensures your baby's safety and health but also encourages independent eating.
Brightberry caters to diverse budgets, offering a range of feeding sets from basic to more comprehensive. Additionally, they provide the option to create a custom bundle, presenting an opportunity for savings when purchasing multiple items.
Getting the most out of your silicone baby feeding sets involves proper use and maintenance. Here's how:
Before using your silicone baby feeding set for the first time, wash all its components thoroughly in warm soapy water, rinse well, and dry. This helps to remove any residues from manufacturing process and ensures that the set is clean and safe for your baby's use. When serving food, always ensure it is at a safe temperature for your baby, especially if you have heated the food in the silicone ware. Silicone is an excellent conductor of heat, so the food may be hotter than you expect. To prevent burns, always test the food temperature before serving it to your baby.
To maintain the premium quality of your silicone baby feeding set, it's essential to clean it promptly after each use. While silicone is renowned for its resistance to stains and odours, certain types of food, like tomato-based sauces or carrot purée, could potentially cause stains. Check out our FAQs for helpful tips on removing such stains.
For cleaning, we recommend using a soft sponge with warm soapy water. It's essential to thoroughly rinse off all soap residue to maintain the set's strong suction capabilities and to prevent any potential taste transfer.
After each cleaning, it's important to dry the set completely before storing it. When selecting a storage area, opt for a clean, dry spot free from dust exposure and strong odours, as silicone can absorb them.
While the silicone feeding set is entirely dishwasher-safe and sterilisation-safe for a hassle-free cleaning experience, we highly recommend hand washing to preserve the set's 'as new' look and feel. By following this approach, your silicone baby feeding set will stay in excellent condition, maintaining its fresh and new appearance with every use.
Using baby feeding sets can be an enriching and enjoyable journey for both you and your baby. To make the most of this experience, here are some valuable tips:
When first introducing the feeding set, it's best to start with one piece at a time. This approach can prevent your baby from becoming overwhelmed. You can begin with a bowl or plate, which the baby can get accustomed to during meal times. Once your baby is comfortable with this, you can gradually introduce a cup, and bib. This step-by-step process allows your baby to familiarise themselves with each item and understand its use.
Remember, transitioning from breast milk or formula to solid foods is a significant change for your baby. Patience is key during this transition. Let your baby explore the new foods and utensils at their own pace. There might be some mess and rejected meals, but that's all part of the learning process. Your patience and encouragement can make this transition smoother and more enjoyable for your baby.
Mealtime is not only about feeding your baby; it's also an excellent opportunity to teach your child about different foods, their tastes, and textures. By describing the foods and expressing your enjoyment, you can promote a positive relationship with eating. Colourful silicone sets, like Brightberry feeding sets, can make the process more engaging and visually appealing for your baby. The vibrant colours can enhance their interest and make them more eager to participate in meal times.
Ensure all pieces are clean and dry before storing. This maintains the quality of the silicone and ensures it's safe for your baby to use.
Silicone baby feeding sets are an excellent choice for mums and dads looking for safe, durable, and easy-to-clean options for their babies. As you embark on the journey of introducing your little one to solid foods, these sets can be a valuable tool, making meal times a joy rather than a chore. Remember to consider your baby's age and developmental stage when choosing a set, and to introduce each component gradually. Happy feeding!