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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.

Latest from Jessica Hartshorn

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3 Best Mattress Toppers That'll Make Their Dorm Bed Feel So Much Better

Eager to help your student succeed? Start by maximizing their potential for a good night's sleep.

laundry detergent sheets from brands including beyond, arm & hammer and clean cult are featured in a product roundup highlighting the best detergent sheets for stain removal, cleaning performance, convenience and reduced plastic packaging.

7 Best Detergent Sheets for Removing Stains, Tested by Laundry Experts

Move over liquids and pods, there's a new choice in the detergent aisle.

6 favorite kids bikes for every age and stage

5 Best Kids Bikes for Learning to Ride

Whether you're starting them young or teaching them a little late, we've got you!

two gray stroller wagons

6 Best Stroller Wagons, Tested By Parents

Comfortably fit two to four kids—even the baby!—plus a bunch of stuff in a wagon.

toddler swimming in a pool wearing a life vest and swim diaper

5 Best Disposable and Reusable Swim Diapers

Our top picks for keeping little swimmers comfortable (and contained) all summer long.

inflatable duck, pool noodles, and toy submarine for the swimming pool

12 Best Pool Toys, For Toddlers Through Teens

Encourage kids to dive, float, and swim a little longer, strengthening their water skills.

a collection of items including a plush owl a camera a photo and a book

25 Best Fifth Grade Graduation Gifts, According to Moms of Tweens

Parents and grandparents and friends! Congratulate the boys and girls who are moving on to middle school.

blue beach wagon and blue beach cart

7 Best Beach Wagons and Carts for a Day at the Water

Wheel your cooler, chairs, towels, and even kids across the sand in a wagon that folds to fit into your vehicle.

pack n play and guava lotus, two popular travel cribs

5 Best Travel Cribs and Pack 'n Plays For Home or Away, Tested By Parents

A portable playard can really help a parent out, doubling as a travel crib or even a second diaper-changing station.

how to clean electric kettle a residential cleaning service worker cleans an electric kettle.

Cleaning Experts Share How to Clean an Electric Kettle Correctly

Keep things tasting fresh with these tips from the pros.

three bottle brushes and a baby bottle and water bottle

5 Best Cleaning Brushes for Baby Bottles, Sippy Cups, and Water Bottles

These will help you clean even the tiny parts, like the grooves on a lid or the inside of a straw.

mommy and me dressing from lilly pulitzer and janie and jack

The Very Best Mommy-and-Me Outfits For Twinning Looks

Dress to match your little one this spring and summer.

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