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
20 Unique LEGO Sets You Can Buy on Amazon
If you have Prime, you can get these fun builds in just two days.
8 Dog Food Brands Vets Actually Recommend
Nutritious food for your dog's size, age, and stage.
Hanna Andersson Just Dropped New American Girl Holiday Pajamas—and They’ll 100% Sell Out Again
There are even matching pajamas for the Bitty Baby dolls!
I Compared the New Toniebox Lite With the Toniebox 2 (The Lite is $70 Cheaper!)
Does the brand's new, less expensive offering have all of the same features?
30 Best Toys and Gifts for 11-Year-Old Boys Who Are Tough to Impress
Our tween testers approved of these LEGOs, books, tech, and toys.
I've Used the Litter-Robot 4 For Years. It's Still My Favorite Automatic Cat Box.
Stop scooping and let this machine keep your kitty litter clean.
Best Kids’ Tablets of 2026: Tested Picks Built for Learning, Gaming & Travel
Our favorites for learning and gaming, from Amazon, Apple, LeapFrog, Samsung, and Lenovo.
Alex and Ani Launched American Girl Jewelry for Kids, Tweens, and Adult Fans
The cameo lockets are available at the jewelry site, part of American Girl's 40th anniversary year celebration.
6 Best Car Seat and Stroller Combos for Your New Baby
A travel system—a car seat and stroller together—makes it a easy to transition your newborn from the car and can save you money.
American Girl's 2027 Girl of the Year Book Comes Out in Mid-September, But You Can Preorder Now
Daisy Davenport plays soccer and attends a sleepaway camp—without the comfort of her best friend from home.
9 Best Gliders, Rocking Chairs, and Recliners to Put in Your Baby's Nursery
A comfy chair is useful for years, from feeding your newborn to reading to your kid. (Some pregnant moms say they sleep in one!)
Parents Say This Compact Diaper Pail Outperforms Larger Models When It Comes to Odor Control
Maybe it's worth it to use the iTouchless if it means a sweeter-smelling nursery.