My daughter told me about NeeDoh two years ago—and even as a toy editor, I’m still shocked that these trending squishies are as impossible to get your hands on as they are. Don’t believe me? NeeDoh just released Halloween and Christmas advent calendars, and they’re already sold out (in August!). But I’ve got good news for my fellow moms, early holiday shoppers, and NeeDoh superfans: this NeeDoh Gumdrop is (somehow) still in stock right now on Amazon. You’d better act fast, because it’s likely to sell out fast.
There are a lot of squeezable stress toys out there—and it’s tempting to buy some cheaper alternatives—but not all squishies are made the same. (In fact, the trendy squishy dumpling was recently recalled.)
NeeDoh stands out for its stretchy, satisfyingly squishy texture that comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. They’re so popular, fake or counterfeit versions keep popping up all over the Internet. Always shop from the Schylling storefront on Amazon if you want to make sure you’re getting official NeeDoh toys.
This NeeDoh Gumdrop is one of its limited-edition designs ahead of the holidays. Just like blind boxes, the color you’ll get is a surprise; it comes in pink, blue, orange, or purple. At just 2.5 inches tall, the Gumdrop is the perfect size to fit in the palm of an adult-size hand (though it’s suitable for ages 3 and up, according to the manufacturer). What’s more, I appreciate that the Gumdrop’s texture is smooth rather than sticky, unlike other squish toys on the market that pick up grime or leave a residue on your hands.
And I know that it’s hard to think about Christmas while it’s still summer, but below are some other toys that are in danger of disappearing before December arrives.
More Popular Toys to Shop Early
