12 Practical New Products For You and the Kids

Crisp cotton sheets and Brooklyn Bedding's new Luxury Cooling Mattress Protector ($99) have really helped me keep night sweats at bay, thanks to the mattress topper's silky top layer that's designed to draw heat away from the body. Another huge plus? It's hypoallergenic and waterproof, which makes co-sleeping with a potty training toddler, breastfeeding in bed, and breathing much easier! — Angela Elias, content director, Family

"It's impossible to have too many muslin swaddles (OK, so at some point it may be possible), and this Loulou Lollipop Sushi Swaddle ($25) is way too cute to pass up. Whether you love sushi and it was the thing you missed most during your pregnancy or you just love an adorable, trendy piece to photograph for the 'gram, this swaddle needs to be added to your cart." — Alessia Santoro, editor, Family

"Ergobaby's newest stroller, the compact Metro ($299), is a must-have for city-dwellers, those constantly on the go, and basically any parent who wants a stroller with a simple one-handed fold that leads to a small and lightweight bundle that's easy to bring onto public transportation, take in and out of cars, or store in an airplane overhead bin. It comes with black, gray (pictured), or blue and is super comfy for baby, so you certainly won't be sacrificing their comfort for a compact and sleek style." — AS

For the first time, UPPAbaby VISTA ($960) has a patterned style option! The newest addition, Spenser, is a classic yellow-and-gray tartan print that coordinates beautifully with its moss green, full-grain leather handlebar and bumper bar. The bassinet has a textured, cozy knit lining in heather gray. The result is so stylish, you'll be tempted to snap baby pics with your stroller as a photo prop. — AE

"Don't feel like splurging on a SNOO? No problem! This Silent Auto Gliding Elite Bassinet ($100) rocks your baby to sleep with a simple push of a button for a fraction of the price." — Murphy Moroney, assistant editor, Family

This adorable Maison Labiche x Darcy Miller Unisex Love Bug Bodysuit ($45) makes for a perfect baby shower or new baby gift! Part of the iconic designer and party expert's Love collection at Bloomingdale's, the embroidered onesie is so soft, mom will be wishing they made it in adult sizes too! The collection, which also includes a sweet "Hug It Out" t-shirt collaboration with Prinkshop ($40) and a sophisticated "Celebrate Everything" journal ($45) that is perfectly sized for diaper bags so you can record little ones' milestones as they happen. — Rebecca Gruber, VP, Native

"The BabyBjörn Baby Dinner Set ($50) has everything you need for mealtimes, from an easy-to-wash bib and small cup for baby to learn how to hold and drink on their own to a dinner plate and even a fork and spoon! It makes a great gift for a first birthday." — RB

"Teaching a baby to self-feed is a fun and messy experience. Thank goodness these Ezpz Tiny Spoons ($15, pictured in 'Blush') are perfectly designed for your little to learn — and it doesn't hurt that they're so cute." — RB

"This book should be on every young girl's nightstand — The New Girl Code by Niki Smit ($17) tells the story of 15-year-old Charlie, who discovers her love for coding and creates a fashion app that grows to 'unimaginable heights of success.' The book is based on an idea from serial tech entrepreneur Janneke Niessen, a UNICEF board member and mentor for startups, who wants to show girls the possibilities and creative opportunities of working in tech." — AS

"The long-sleeved, UPF 50 Mini Mila Swimsuit in 'Unicorn Beach Party' ($56) features unicorns, rainbows, and ice cream cones. And there's also a matching mom suit, if you feel like you have to have one too!" — RB

"Obsessed with Cookie Monster? Us too! And thanks to this brand-new line of Sesame Street-inspired shoes from TOMS, your and your kids' feet can look just like your favorite character. There are plenty of styles for our kids, but we can't stop thinking about this pair of Sesame Street X TOMS Cookie Monster Faux Shearling Classics ($65) for us." — MM

"Teach your little one about the Apollo 11 mission with this cute Plus Plus Construction Building Toy ($8), which is fun to build (for you, too)." — RB