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Lauren Ro joined the Strategist as a writer in 2018. She covers baby gear, design moments, and anything else related to the home, including a giant guide to flatware and all the best furniture.

  1. toys
    The Best Indoor Play Equipment for Toddlers, According to ExpertsIf you can’t bring your toddler to Gymboree, here are the best ways to recreate your very own Gymboree at home.
  2. celebrity shopping
    What Fashion Designer Thakoon Panichgul Can’t Live Without“I started eating it in college, you know, when you go through that period of just eating cereal.”
  3. outdoor leisure
    The Dogs of William F. and Patricia Buckley, Vogue
    The Best Patio Chairs, According to Interior DesignersFrom beachy sling styles to classic molded-plastic chairs to seating that folds up for easy storage.
  4. painless shopping
    In-Stock Flour, From Unlikely SourcesIf you’re patient, flexible, and have the space to accommodate more than you might need right away, you can still find flour online.
  5. pregnancy
    The Best Tools for Self-Monitoring During Your Pregnancy, According to ExpertsThese affordable, easy-to-use tools can help you self-monitor your pregnancy at home between visits to your doctor.
  6. strategist investigates
    In-Stock Baby Wipes, From Unlikely SourcesEight retailers that seemingly have plenty of wipes, whether you want to buy single orders or subscribe and (often) save.
  7. strategist investigates
    The Retailers (Big and Small) Doing Curbside Pickup Amid the PandemicThese big-box and local stores offer some form of curbside pickup for those who don’t want to wait for delivery or shop in person.
  8. baby feeding
    The Best Nursing Pillows, According to ExpertsSix different styles that’ll help you during those early days (and sleepless nights) of breastfeeding.
  9. beauty
    These Barely-There Bras I Got While Pregnant Are My Go-Tos for Working From HomeThey’re the type of bras that are so comfortable you barely notice you’re wearing one.
  10. decor
    The Best Decorative Mirrors, According to Interior Designers26 mirrors to choose from, whether you’re looking for one that can make a small space look bigger or help you get the perfect mirror selfie.
  11. toys
    My Son and I Tried 4 (Newish) Montessori–Inspired Toy-Subscription BoxesAll are based in some way on the Montessori method of education, and we ultimately liked each for different reasons.
  12. recommended by experts
    How to Prepare for a Coronavirus Quarantine, According to Experts“The key is to start planning right now.”
  13. baby gear
    A black and a white baby posing with a b
    The Best Diapers, According to Parents and NanniesAvoid a blowout at all costs.
  14. baby gear
    The Best Baby-Friendly Cleaning Products, According to ExpertsFree of the standard chemicals and toxins.
  15. kids and babies
    Baby Bath
    The Best (and Most Gentle) Soaps for Babies, According to ExpertsDermatologist and editors share their favorite natural baby soaps.
  16. travel
    The 8 Things a (Former) Secret Service Agent Carries at All TimesFrom a flashlight for self-defense to a CPR shield for saving lives.
  17. kids and babies
    How to Get Rid of Diaper Rash, According to DermatologistsDown to the right diapers, wipes, and creams.
  18. adult
    Reclining Nude.
    The Best Non-Vibrating Sex Toys, According to ExpertsBecause analog sex toys can do the job, too.
  19. adult
    The Best Eco-Friendly Condoms and Lubes, According to Sex ExpertsSex-toy shop owners and sex educators weigh in on the best eco-friendly and vegan condoms, plus the organic and vegan lubes to use with them.
  20. women’s accessories
    The Best Thing I Bought This Decade Is Fjällräven’s Kanken Laptop BackpackThe Fjällräven Kanken might have been designed for kids, but it works just as well for adults. Especially this one.
  21. celebrity shopping
    What Actress Julia Fox Can’t Live Without“I’m addicted to hair dryers. Since I was 8 years old, I’ve used them to fall asleep. But I don’t do that with my Dyson because it’s too precious.”
  22. skin-care tools
    Federal Republic of Germany Cosmetics. Client get a face massage with a electronic brush. - Photographer: Jochen Blume- undatedVintage property of ullstein bild
    The Best Facial Cleansing Brushes, According to Skincare Experts“There is no way your hands could move this effectively.”
  23. decor
    The Best Holiday Wreaths, According to Interior DesignersA simple way to add a little greenery — whether fresh or faux — to your home.
  24. cyber monday 2019
    If You Buy One Thing This Cyber Monday, Make It This SectionalMy group chat recommended this sectional.
  25. gifts
    34 Beauty Stocking Stuffers (Under $20) Our Facebook Followers Are Talking AboutEverything is appropriately tiny (and affordable).
  26. women’s shoes
    Working Boots
    Ask the Strategist: Where Can I Get Sleek Black Lace-up Boots for Around $200?We answer a reader’s call to find lace-up, weatherproof black boots that also look sleek (read: no duck boots).
  27. women’s apparel
    Five Tries Later, I Found the Perfect Post-Baby JeansI didn’t think the perfect pair existed until I got these.
  28. shampoo and conditioner
    The Best Shampoos for Oily Hair, According to HairstylistsIncluding dry shampoos and washes.
  29. decor
    18 Cheap (But Expensive-Looking) Area Rugs You Can Buy on AmazonAny would pull together all of your mismatched Ikea furniture, street finds, and vintage goods.
  30. gifts
    What Curbed Editor-in-Chief Kelsey Keith Put on Her Wedding RegistryFrom an Italian ironing board to a lobster rope doormat.
  31. decor
    What Are the Best Rugs for a Nursery?From rugs that are genuine sheepskin to ones that are machine-washable.
  32. beauty
    The Best Things for Removing Makeup Stains from Clothes, According to ExpertsYour foundation-smudged white shirt is not a lost cause.
  33. testing testing
    The 8 Nursing-Friendly Basics I’ll Definitely Wear Beyond BreastfeedingI wore one of the dresses three times in one week because it’s that good.
  34. hair
    What Are the Best Hair Clips?They’re back in a big way.
  35. women’s shoes
    My Crocs Thong Sandals Are a Perfect (and Dare I Say Sexy) Summer Rain Shoe“They’re minimalist and sleek, with organic curved lines that (kind of) recall those of a Zaha Hadid building.”
  36. reading lists
    The 15 Best Board Books for Babies, According to BooksellersIt’s never too early to start reading to your little one.
  37. prime day 2019
    If You Buy One Thing on Prime Day, Make It a Boppy Newborn LoungerIt’s like a mini daybed for your babe.
  38. furniture
    What Are the Best Armchairs Under $1,000?From mid-century modern to contemporary and rattan options.
  39. baby feeding
    The Best Products to Make Pumping at Work Less HorribleLactation consultants share their hacks and favorite products to make pumping more efficient.
  40. dental care
    Adorable baby brushing teeth while sitti
    The Best Toothbrushes for Babies, According to DentistsIncluding ergonomically designed brushes, electric brushes, and teeth-cleaning wipes.
  41. reading lists
    The Best Books on How to Raise Toddlers, According to Child-Development ExpertsParenting books to help you navigate the terrible twos and beyond.
  42. makeup
    The Best Sex-Proof Makeup, According to Makeup ArtistsThe best long-wear makeup for keeping it all on while getting it on.
  43. massagers and recovery
    The Best Oils and Lotions for Massage, According to ExpertsMassage therapists share their favorite oils and lotions for a romantic, at-home couples massage.
  44. pregnancy
    The Best Winter Coats (That Aren’t Hideous) for Pregnant WomenSome of these coats are not maternity clothing at all and can seamlessly transition into postpartum wear.
  45. bedding
    Ask the Strategist: Help Me Find an Alternative to This Sold-Out Duvet Cover?The Strategist helps a reader on her quest to find the perfect blue-gray duvet cover.
  46. gifts
    23 Expert-Approved Gifts for Kids Aged 1 Through 12 That’ll Arrive in TimeExpert-approved Christmas gifts for kids ages 1 through 12.
  47. the greatest gift
    What’s the Best (Affordable) Cashmere Sweater to Give?What’s the softest, most luxurious (affordable) cashmere sweater to gift for the holidays?
  48. year in review
    Strat Haul: This Supersharp Japanese Knife Is the Best Thing I Bought in 2018It slices, dices, butterflies, chops, and cuts like a dream.
  49. people’s choice
    The Best Porch Swings on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers“I am sure this swing will still be swinging long after I am gone.”
  50. gifts
    The Best Gifts For ASMR Fanatics, According to ASMRtistsFor maximum tingling.
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