Jessica Hartshorn
Contributing Writer
Jessica (she/her) is a contributor with several decades of experience writing lifestyle content and evaluating home, pet, and parenting products for families. A mom of two young adults and a cat, she was previously the Entertainment Editor at Parents and the Senior Lifestyle Editor at American Baby. When not testing toys, subtly starting at people's strollers, or taking meetings to learn about new car seats, she likes to travel. In 2026, she's made it to every continent except Antarctica.
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Latest from Jessica Hartshorn
7 Best Dog Beds of 2024
Memory foam, faux fur, an orthopedic bed and more choices for your best friend.
5 Best Jogging Strollers
Run, walk fast, hike trails or sail over gravel and sand with one of these three-wheel strollers.
The Best Baby Strollers of 2024, Tested and Reviewed
Budget and lightweight models, car-seat combos, full-size strollers for newborns — our list has something for every family.
8 Best Breast Pumps, Tested by Parents and Experts
These are our updated reviews on the most effective wearable pumps, manual pumps and hospital-grade pumps, with advice from a lactation consultant.
10 Best Cat Carriers, Tested With Real Cats
Transporting your scaredy cat is less hairy when you use one of these soft-sided, hard-sided or backpack-style carriers.
5 Best Pumping Bras
Express breastmilk hands-free with one of these bras designed to work with your breast pump.
6 Best Pregnancy Pillows So You Can Get Some Rest
Tossing and turning is extra tough when you've got a bump. A maternity pillow offers much-needed support.
5 Best All-in-One Car Seats, Tested by Experts and Parents
These extended-use convertible car seats are good from birth through age 10.
7 Best Portable Car Seats for Babies, Toddlers and Big Kids
We prioritized lightweight car seats for travel by plane, rental car and rideshare.
6 Best Pacifiers, Recommended by Experts and Tested by Parents
Both doctors and dentists give the greenlight to use a pacifier to soothe your newborn.
7 Best Teething Toys of 2024
A teether gives your baby something to chew, offering relief from gum pain.
3 Best Baby Toy Subscription Boxes, Tested by Real Parents
These brands deliver age-appropriate learning and development toys with free shipping.