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The Best Baby Gate
by Doug Mahoney
We tested 20 baby gates to find the Cardinal Gates SS-30 Stairway Special is the best.
Want to Get Your Kid Biking to School? Consider the “Bike Bus.”
by Laura Motley
Biking to school can add fun, exercise, and socialization into your kid’s commute. Here’s what you need to help do it safely.
Uppababy Just Redesigned Its Popular Vista Stroller. We Tested It Out.
by Elise Czajkowski
The upgraded version will be on sale soon. But there’s little reason to wait for that new model.
The Best Booster Car Seats
by Rebecca Gale
After researching over 50 booster car seats and testing 13, we’ve concluded that the convenient Chicco KidFit ClearTex Plus is the best overall choice.
The Best Earplugs for Concerts
by Lauren Dragan
Although custom earplugs are best for pro musicians and frequent concert-goers, we like the Loop Experience 2 earplugs for the occasional concert.
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 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.
The Best Convertible and All-in-One Car Seats
by Christina Szalinski
After researching dozens of seats and testing 17, we’ve concluded that the Graco Extend2Fit Convertible is the best convertible car seat for most families.
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.
The Best Parental Control Apps to Manage Screen Time (and Keep Your Kid Safer Online)
by Ellen Lee
Most tweens and teens have their own phone. The right app can help set limits—and aid kids in developing healthy tech habits.
The Best First Phones for Kids
by Ellen Lee
Kids smartphones and flip phones have built in or add-on protections or limits that can help kids ease into having their own phone.
The Best Baby Monitors
by Kerry Davis McGuinness
Local-video? Wi-Fi? Hybrid? Audio-only? The best baby monitor for you depends on your needs and preferences. We have picks in all four categories.
Are Rotating Car Seats Worth It?
by Christina Szalinski
Rotating car seats are gaining popularity—but for the typical family, they’re not better than simpler options. Here’s what to know before buying one.
Our Favorite Baby-Proofing Tools
by Wirecutter Staff
Once babies become mobile, they can get themselves into all kinds of trouble. These are our favorite tools for baby-proofing our homes.
When to Switch Car Seats
by Rebecca Gale
Car seats and booster seats are most effective when they’re used for the correct age, stage, and size of kids. We break down when it’s safe to make the switch.
Going Berry Picking? Here’s What to Bring.
by Christina Williams
Heading out fruit picking? Here are some Wirecutter-approved essentials to make your time fun and memorable—and not so messy.
Why the Best Kids Masks Are Sold Out (And What You Can Do in the Meantime)
by Joanne Chen
Many of the best-filtering kids face masks are out of stock. We share what happened and offer other options you can get right now.
How to Travel Safely on a Plane With Kids This Summer
by Janet Manley
Air travel with kids in tow will require even more planning than usual this summer. We have tips for keeping safe and staying organized.
How to Properly Care for a Sick Person at Home (and Not Get Sick Yourself)
by Ellen Airhart and Christina Colizza
If you’re taking care of an ill person at home, you should prep your space with a “hot zone” to keep the virus as contained as possible.
How to Use Smart Lights to Help Your Kids Get to Bed (and Stay Asleep)
by Rachel Cericola
Bedtime shouldn’t be a fight. Instead of picking your battles, automate them—with one of these smart-lighting sleep solutions.