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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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  • 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.

  • The Grimm’s Spiel und Holz Small Rainbow, shown with its various nesting pieces.

    The 33 Best Gifts for 1-Year-Olds

    by Caitlin Giddings and Wirecutter Staff

    Some of the best gifts for 1-year-olds are those that engage kids’ rapidly developing motor skills, sensory exploration, and boundless curiosity.

Pregnancy and nursing

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Safety

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School

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  • As assortment of our picks for best gifts for teachers on a purple background.

    The 37 Best Gifts for Teachers

    by Alexandra Ballard

    Teachers appreciate any heartfelt gesture from students, but you can also give them something thoughtful for their classroom—or themselves.

  • Our four picks for the best pencils for writing and schoolwork, shown laying on a spiral notebook.

    The Best Pencils for Writing and Schoolwork

    by Sarah Witman

    Whether you’re filling in Scantron bubbles or doing the Sunday crossword, the Palomino Golden Bear #2 Pencil (Blue) should be your writing implement of choice.

  • Two children looking at a tablet together.

    Some of the Best Online Learning Games for Kids

    by Courtney Schley

    We spent 40-plus hours testing more than 50 recommendations from educators, experts, and parents to find the best educational apps and games for kids.

Toys

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  • A large selection of dolls that we tested to find the best dolls for a variety of ages and preferences.

    The Best Dolls

    by Julie Kim

    For some children, a doll will be the most treasured toy they own. We tested 25 dolls to help you find one that feels just right for the kid in your life.

  • 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.

More Baby and kid Posts

  • Four different thermometers pictured together.

    The Best Thermometers

    by Nancy Redd

    Most thermometers read your temperature accurately. But some are speedier and easier to use than others.

  • 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.

  • Three balance bikes next to each other.

    The Best Balance Bikes

    by Jenni Gritters and Chris Dixon

    We subjected a fleet of balance bikes to cadres of kids and found the best bikes for different budgets and ages.

  • Four tricycles pictured together.

    The Best Tricycles

    by Jenni Gritters and Katharine Gammon

    Over the past six years, we’ve enlisted dozens of kids to try out 21 three-wheelers, and we have four top trikes to recommend.

  • The Learning Resources Smart Snacks Shape-Sorting Cupcakes shown against a pink background.

    The 43 Best Gifts for 3-Year-Olds

    by Caitlin Giddings and Wirecutter Staff

    Open-ended toys that inspire role-playing and beginner board games that encourage cooperation make great gifts for 3-year-olds.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • A display of the four kids craft subscription boxes we recommend.

    The Best Kids Craft Subscription Boxes

    by Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez

    Craft subscription boxes are a fun, educational way to keep kids entertained. We tested 15 options with a total of 23 kids to find the best.

  • Black collapsible wagon with its front wheels on a pile of sand, with children's multicolor plastic beach toys.

    The Best Collapsible Folding Wagons

    by Katharine Gammon

    ​​Whether you’re headed to the beach or hauling groceries, we’ve found the folding wagons to best help you lug your gear.

  • The JumpFlex Hero 14ft Trampoline, our pick for best trampoline overall, set up in a grassy nature environment.

    The Best Trampoline

    by Burt Helm

    A trampoline is a big purchase, both in size and price. We researched dozens and tested nine to find the best and bounciest.

  • A young baby swaddled up in a cloth covered in a ballon print.

    The Best Baby Swaddles

    by Kirsten Clodfelter

    After 15 hours of research and testing 11 swaddles on five babies, we found the Happiest Baby Sleepea to be the most effective.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • The Best Nursing Bras

    by Ali Carr

    We tested 24 nursing bras with a panel of 17 breastfeeding women, and found the best undergarments for nursing.