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
30 Best Toys and Gifts for 12-Year-Old Boys With Strong Opinions
From analog games to high-tech toys, these are what 12-year-olds want this year.
30 Best Toys for 5-Year-Olds With Curious Minds
Real elementary schoolers loved these unique, educational, and fun gifts.
32 Best Gifts for 11-Year-Old Girls—And Trust Us, We Get Tweens
If she says, "I don't know" when you ask her what she wants, check out our list.
105 Easy Elf on the Shelf Ideas That Are Beyond Funny
Thee silly and sometimes naughty Elves really get up to some mischief!
48 Easter Eggs and Pop Culture References in 'Zootopia 2' for Fans to Find
I basically lost count while I was watching.
20 Fun Activities for 2-Year-Olds That Also Enrich Their Minds
They're learning so much, so fast!
These 42 Kids’ Christmas Movies on Netflix Will Put Everyone in a Holiday Mood
Stream these family-friendly picks with the whole crew.
30 Fun Activities for 1-Year-Olds That'll Keep Those Toddler Entertained
They help with brain and body development too.
30 Most Popular Toys That Will Be on Every Kid's List This Year
Get a jump on shopping for holidays with these hot, hot, hot toys.
Slime, Sand, and Other Best Sensory Toys for Babies and Kids
Sensory-stimulating playthings for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers—many of them are award winners.
50 Funny Christmas Movies to Put Everyone in a Holly, Jolly Mood
Laugh until your belly shakes like a bowl full of jelly.