13 Toys That Really Suck (Not How You'd Think!)

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One of the main questions a mama has when buying a toy for her tot is quite simply: how long will it keep my child busy? We agree — anything that is guaranteed to buy a multitasking mama a few extra minutes is good in our books, which is why we love playthings with suction cups. These little suckers stay in front of your child longer (be it baby or bigger kid), all while intriguing and teaching curious little minds. From highchair toys and backseat boredom busters that we've rounded up some of the suckiest toys you're bound to love.

Tub Time Mobile

Tub Time Mobile

This B Kids Tub Time Mobile Bathtub Toy ($24, originally $29) does double duty in the bath and out — basically anywhere your immobile baby needs a some extra entertainment.

First Bead Maze

First Bead Maze

Stick this Melissa and Doug First Bead Maze ($15) to your tot's highchair to keep her entertained while you figure out dinner.

Boon Bath Bubbles

Boon Bath Bubbles

Bubbles are not just for bath time anymore — these Boon Bubbles ($15) stick anywhere you put 'em (they'll even stick to your child).

Skwish Stix Baby Toy

Skwish Stix Baby Toy

Toddlers will love the colorful wooden rods, beads, and stretch cords that "Skwish" and spring back on the Skwish Stix Baby Toy ($25). Bonus? It introduces the concept of cause and effect without playing the never-ending game of baby-drops-it-and-mommy-picks-it-up.

LIttle Tikes Basketball

LIttle Tikes Basketball

Got a ball lover in your brood? This Little Tikes Basketball Set ($12) will stick to most smooth surfaces for hours of ball tossing fun.

Sassy Wonder Wheel

Sassy Wonder Wheel

The Sassy Wonder Wheel ($7, originally $9) wins over moms because it's small enough to stash in a diaper bag for meals out. It might even capture your lil ones attention long enough so you can have an actual conversation!

Squigz Starter Set

Squigz Starter Set

Kids 3 years and up will love building and rebuilding with this Squigz Construction Starter Set ($23, originally $25). The little pieces will stick to just about anywhere little fingers can go.

Tubby Table

Tubby Table

While created for the tub, The Tubby Table ($40) can stick to just about any flat surface where you want your babe to play.

Suction Cup Lizards

Suction Cup Lizards

Older kiddos can't resists a good stick-on creature, and this pack of Suction Cup Lizards ($12 for 48) will keep kids busy on a long car ride (as long as you don't mind the window decals).

Preschool Thomas Bath Tracks

Preschool Thomas Bath Tracks

While the Preschool Thomas Bath Tracks ($17, originally $18) is meant for tub play, we think it would make an ideal toy to stick to an outdoor window or door to add some excitement to outdoor play.

Window Mosaics

Window Mosaics

Early crafters will get a kick out sticking up the no-glue Easy to Do Mini Window Mosaic Art ($7).

Suction Cup Balls

Suction Cup Balls

You might normally find these as small prize in an arcade, but Suction Cup Balls ($4, pack of 6) provide big fun. My kids will toss them onto our sliding glass door, watch them roll down, and repeat. Over and over again.

Barnacle

Barnacle

While not an actual toy itself, the Barnacle ($5) is the ultimate suck up for busy moms. It allows you to stick your phone to a car window, a table, a mirror, or any other flat surface where you might want to pop on a few minutes of cartoons for your child to watch.