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
Will Ms. Rachel Still Be on YouTube? Entertainer Reassures Worried Parents
Now, kids will have two places to watch their favorite star.
A Ms. Rachel Show Is Coming to Netflix — But Parents, There's a Big Catch
"Songs for Littles" fans can start streaming the series on January 27.
185 Irish Baby Boy Names, From Popular to Totally Unique
These cool, rare, classic and modern baby names are perfect for your lucky baby.
How Sonny Angel Took the Collecting World by Storm
There's a good reason this smiling, naked cherub "boyfriend" is all over your timeline.
Why Every Family Needs to Make a Lemon Pig This New Year's Eve
Ring in 2025 with a craft that is easy (certainly) and brings good luck (possibly).
The Best Kids' Movies of 2024
Whether you're heading to the theater or staying home ands streaming, these movies will be a hit with families.
45 Best Animated Christmas Movies to Watch With the Whole Family
From the novel to the nostalgic, these movies definitely make the "nice" list.
Why Is Miffy So Popular? Here's Why You're Suddenly Seeing Her Everywhere
Miffy, as she prepares for her 70th birthday, is ready for the spotlight.
The Blippi Tonie and 5 Other Must-Have Characters to Get
Lullabies, songs, stories and facts — we have them all covered.
As a Toy Expert, Here Are the Top Holiday Toys I Recommended During My Reddit AMA
I answered shoppers' burning toy questions — here's what they wanted to know.