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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  • An assortment diaper bags lined up and resting on one another.

    Our Favorite Diaper Bags

    by Ellen Lee

    Having a fully stocked diaper bag at the ready makes it easier to get out the door and change your kid on the go.

  • 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.

  • A person wearing a black baby carrier with a baby in it stands outside.

    The Best Baby Carriers

    by Winnie Yang

    We talked to six babywearing experts and had 10 parents test 16 carriers before concluding that the Beco Gemini is the best baby carrier for most parents.

Pregnancy and nursing

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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.

  • The Best Baby Gate

    by Doug Mahoney

    We tested 20 baby gates to find the Cardinal Gates SS-30 Stairway Special is the best.

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 view of the SmartLab Smart Circuits

    The Best Electronics Kits for Kids and Beginners

    by Signe Brewster

    We tested electronics kits with kids ages 7 to 12 and got feedback from parents and makers to find the most engaging ways for kids to learn about electronics.

  • 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 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.

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  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Several sets of kids' pajamas, neatly folded, along with a pair of slippers organized in neat rows.

    The Best Kids Pajamas

    by Laura Motley

    Our favorite pajamas for kids come in fun prints and soft fabrics, and they hold up well through lots of wash and wear.

  • 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.

  • 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 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.