Marisa LaScala
Deputy Editor
Marisa (she/her) has covered all things parenting, from the postpartum period through the empty nest, for Good Housekeeping since 2018; previously, she wrote about parents and families at Parents and Working Mother. She lives with her toy-collecting husband and daughter in Brooklyn, where she can be found helping out her team at bar trivia or posting about movies on Twitter and Bluesky.
Latest from Marisa LaScala
20 Great Godzilla Gift Ideas That’ll Make Fans Roar With Excitement
Just in time for Godzilla Minus Zero!
21 Trendy Advent Calendars for Teens
Help them count down with beauty products, pop-culture trinkets, and more to stoke the holiday hype.
50 Most Popular Toys of 2026
These are the ones our testers won’t stop raving about this year.
The Baby Boy Names of 2027 Will Be Strong and Heroic
And possibly a little godlike?
The Best Romantic Movies to Watch When You Want to Feel the Love
Get swept up by these epic love stories.
35 Best Toys for 3-Year-Olds Who Love to Show Off Their Skills
These games, toys, and unique gifts are a perfect match for their skills!
Disney’s Viral Storybook Collection Advent Calendar Is Back–for Now
It’s perfect for families who don’t like clutter.
45 Best Star Wars Gifts That'll Make Fans Want to Shout, “Niamos!”
For those looking to buy a great gift, this is the way.
The Best Netflix Romance Movies for Every Kind of Love Story
Check out these swoon-worthy picks for your movie night.
40 Best Toys for 2-Year-Olds Who Are Getting So Big
Approved by toy experts, tested by real toddlers (and their parents).
35 Best Toys and Gifts for 7-Year-Old Boys Who Have Strong Opinions About How They Play
He'll love these games, RCs, activities, and other unique gifts!
35 Best Toys and Gifts for 8-Year-Old Girls, According to Real Elementary Schoolers
These plushes, collectibles, and DIY kits are all the rage!