Baby and kid

Raising children is more fun—or at least, occasionally less frustrating—if you have the right gear and supplies. We've researched and tested the best items for babies, kids, and parents, because you honestly don't have time to shop for all this stuff. We can help.

Baby

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Pregnancy and nursing

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  • Different brands of wearable breast pumps next to a baby bottle and a bra.

    The Best Wearable Breast Pumps

    by Caitlin Giddings and Coco McCracken

    If you want to be able to pump breast milk for your baby hands-free when you’re on the go, a “wearable” breast pump may be for you.

  • A few breast pumps scattered near each other with cords, electronic bases, and suction cups spread out.

    The Best Breast Pumps

    by Caitlin Giddings

    A better breast pump has the potential to make the significant chore of pumping milk for your baby more efficient, comfortable, and, ultimately, more gratifying.

  • Best gifts for new moms, including Jeni's Ice Cream, a cookbook, an eye mask, a swaddle, and an organic skin balm.

    The 27 Best Gifts for New Moms

    by Samantha Schoech and Mari Uyehara

    Joining the ranks of motherhood is a blissful and exhausting journey. Our favorite gifts help ease the transition and bring even more joy.

Safety

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  • Two infant car seats side by side, with baby toys.

    The Best Infant Car Seats

    by Christina Szalinski

    After extensive research and field testing, we found that the Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX is the best infant car seat for most families.

  • Three of our top picks for the best travel car seats, shown side by side.

    The Best Travel Car Seats

    by Christina Szalinski and Rebecca Gale

    After testing 17 lightweight, portable car seats, we have five good options for infants, toddlers, and big kids to recommend.

  • All of the earplugs and earmuffs we tested and recommend.

    The Best Earplugs for Concerts

    by Lauren Dragan

    While custom earplugs are best for pro musicians and regular concert-goers, we like the Loop Earplugs for the occasional concert, club, or spin class.

School

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Toys

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  • A stylized drawing of a child's face surrounded the toys, crafts, and treats that we recommend as party favors.

    31 Kids Birthday Party Favors That Aren’t Junk

    by Marilyn Ong

    We looked high and low for fun birthday party favors—including good-quality trinkets and special standalone items—that aren’t bound straight for the trash.

  • The Guardian Ethos 16 Inch Bike, our top pick first pedal bike, shown leaning on its kickstand with a water bottle and bucket of chalk next to it.

    The Best First Pedal Bike

    by Laura Motley

    Learning to ride a bike is a rite of passage. Depending on the bike, the process can be either unnecessarily frustrating or, well, like a ride in the park.

  • A pair of kids playing a board game, smiling at a stack of cards.

    Board Games We Love for Kids and Families

    by Courtney Schley and James Austin

    These games can introduce kids to new genres, help them build skills, and offer provocative and age-appropriate challenges, engaging themes, and distinctive designs.

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  • A few of our picks for best gifts for tweens, including ice cream pints, a pineapple neon sign and a pair of sunglasses.

    The 31 Best Gifts for Tweens

    by Ellen Lee and Wirecutter Staff

    Tweens are quickly transforming into young adults, but they can still appreciate gifts that are silly and fun.

  • Our 3 picks for the best kids water bottle alongside a pair of kids sunglasses.

    The Best Kids Water Bottles

    by Ellen Lee

    Our picks include metal and plastic water bottles that are easy to use, a cinch to clean, and the least likely to leak.

  • An umbrella stroller with a book and snacks in the seat.

    The Best Umbrella Stroller

    by Elise Czajkowski

    An umbrella stroller should be hassle-free and inexpensive enough to buy as a spare to store at Grandma’s house.

  • The two travel strollers we recommend, the Uppababy Minu V2 and the Baby Jogger City Tour 2 Stroller, standing next to each other.

    The Best Travel Strollers

    by Elise Czajkowski

    After testing seven travel strollers on various trips and excursions, we’re confident that the Uppababy Minu V2 is the one to get.

  • Our three picks for best baby swings, including our overall pick, the Graco Glider LX Gliding Swing.

    The Best Baby Swings

    by Dori Zinn and Jessica Bernhard

    A swing can help soothe and entertain a fussy baby. After testing 10 swings, we think the Graco Glider LX Gliding Swing is the best one.

  • A laptop open to a graphic blue and pink background sits stacked on top of several other laptops on a pink surface.

    Which Computer Should You Buy for Your Kid?

    by Kimber Streams

    We have a range of computer buying advice for parents facing a variety of schooling and budget situations, from used to new, and from laptop to desktop.

  • Close up of a person putting together a jigsaw puzzle.

    Jigsaw Puzzles We Love

    by James Austin

    Jigsaw puzzles are a great way to pass time on a rainy day, during a screen break, or at a family gathering. These are a few of our favorites.

  • A person sits upright on a bed, holding a coffee mug with a cat on it and smiling, close-lipped, at the camera

    The Best College Dorm Essentials

    by Wirecutter Staff

    Our favorite durable-but-not-too-expensive bedding, accessories, kitchen gear, and tools for your dorm room.

  • Our three favorite scooters for kids.

    The Best Kids Scooters

    by Katharine Gammon

    We’ve compared 19 kids scooters over the past six years, and we’re confident that the popular Micro Maxi is a worthwhile investment in longtime fun.

  • Our top three picks from our review of the best electric toothbrush for kids.

    The Best Electric Toothbrush for Kids

    by Nancy Redd

    Kids don’t need an electric toothbrush to achieve good dental hygiene, though a smaller brush head and built-in timer may help them brush better.

  • A forest with many log cabins situated close to each other like at a summer camp, with some hammocks in the foreground.

    What to Pack for Summer Camp

    by Kalee Thompson

    Summer-camp packing lists can be long—and sometimes intimidating. Here’s how to choose fun but practical gear that’ll last for many seasons to come.

  • Five kids' hiking backpacks in various colors and sizes posed amongst miscellaneous hiking and camping items, including a lantern and facial sunscreen.

    The Best Kids Hiking Backpacks

    by Jenni Gritters and Kalee Thompson

    A great outdoor pack should be comfortable to carry, durable, and designed to offer easy access to hydration. Here are five backpacks we think kids will love.