Expensive Baby Products Moms Say Are Worth the Money

Anxious when you lay baby down at night? This 2020 What to Expect Sleep Award winner tracks baby's breathing, movement and sleep patterns. It also lets you know the temperature and humidity levels of the nursery, and it has two-way audio, night vision, WiFi connectivity, crypto security and a 1080-pixel HD camera. With all of this (plus the ability to control everything from your phone), parents say that the high price is worth the peace of mind.

Weight: 5.15 pounds

Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 4.5 inches

Any product that can knock a whole to-do off your list is worth the money, and that’s why moms say this automatic vacuum is worth the splurge. This little robot has multi-surface brushes and dirt detectors that help it move throughout your house with no issue, cleaning up small particles and larger patches of dirt. Its sensors help it focus on particularly dirty areas and navigate around and under furniture. At a scheduled time or with just a tap in the app, the Roomba will clean your floors for 75 minutes (15 minutes faster than the previous version). Small but mighty, it weighs under 9 pounds and measures about 14 inches across. 

Weight: 8.5 pounds

Dimensions: 14 x 3.5 inches

These wipes are on the more expensive side, but moms willing to pay the higher price say they help prevent diaper rash. The formula is 99.9 percent purified water and a drop of fruit extract. They’re fragrance- and alcohol-free, which make them perfect for baby’s sensitive skin or for little ones who are prone to eczema. The 720-count size is likely the most economical price per wipe.

Size: 720 wipes

This high chair is a favorite for its gorgeous Scandinavian design; instead of bright colors and plastic, this Stokke chair has a simple and classic look. The cultivated beechwood looks amazing and is strong and durable. Moms also love that this high chair is built to be pulled right up to the dining table for dinner with the whole family. It can be used from 6 to 9 months old to 3 years old, which makes the hefty price tag slightly more reasonable.

Age/weight limit: 6 months to 300 pounds

Weight: 15.4 pounds

Dimensions: 19.3 x 31.1 x 18.1 inches

The Mercedes of strollers, the Uppababy Vista's high-quality materials and sleek design scream luxury. Moms say this high-end stroller is worth the splurge if only for all the different configurations it offers: It comes with a newborn bassinet, then transitions to a comfortable ride for a toddler and even a double stroller. That means you're not just paying for looks, but investing in a long-term stroller. Parents also love the warranty and Uppababy's amazing customer service.

Weight/age limit (bassinet): Birth to 20 pounds, or until baby can push up on hands and knees (whichever comes first)

Weight/age limit (toddler seat): 3 months to 50 pounds

Weight: 27 pounds

Dimensions: 36 x 25.7 x 39.5 inches

Want to 1–2 more hours of sleep? Moms swear by the Snoo's smart technology to make that happen. This bassinet automatically rocks and plays white noise to calm baby. It has built-in microphones and sensors that let the bassinet respond to fussing by gradually increasing the white noise and motion to soothe baby back to sleep. The corresponding app logs baby’s sleep and lets you remotely adjust the rocking, white noise and cry sensitivity.

Age range: Birth to 6 months, or when baby can get on hands and knees

Weight: 38 pounds

Dimensions: 35.75 × 19 × 31 inches

Yes, this sleep sack is pretty pricey. It costs a whole lot more than the average sleep sack, but moms say it's worth the money because it's built to last. The material keeps baby cool in the summer and warm in the winter, so you don’t have to switch out the sack with the seasons. Moms also love double shoulder snaps and two-way zipper system for easy dressing and diaper changes. But what really makes this a smart investment is that baby can wear it from 2 months to 2 years old.