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
45 Best Thanksgiving Movies to Watch With the Whole Family
From classic films to new comedies (plus of ton of animated flicks), here's what to stream when you're ready to collapse on the couch.
30 Best Spooky Basket Ideas for Your "Boo," Your Friends and Your Kids
No doorbell-ringing is needed to get these treats.
The Best 'Top Gun' Halloween Costume Ideas for When You Feel the Need for Speed
How to dress like Maverick, Rooster, Goose, Penny, Charlie and anyone else on your flight crew.
60 Best Kids' TV Shows and Family Series of All Time
Add these to your must-watch list now.
Talking to Toddlers About Their Memories May Make Them Less Depressed as Teens
A new study about “elaborative reminiscing” shows that the way we talk to kids about the past can improve memory, storytelling and the way they approach tough emotions.
40 Fun 'Star Wars' Family Costumes for Jedi, Sith and Everyone In-Between
We've got ideas for lovers of The Mandalorian and Obi-Wan Kenobi to classic characters like Princess Leia and Han Solo.
Want to Help Your Child Develop Self-Confidence? Let Them Speak for Themselves
When parents take a back seat, kids get better at becoming their own advocates.
The 25 Best Survival Movies to Test Your Mettle
Whether it's shipwrecks, the vast wilderness, plane crashes or other disasters that kick them off, these thriller tales (some based on true stories!) will make you happy to stay home.
101 Long Names for Boys That Earn Every Letter
From the unique and unusual to the up-and-coming, these hefty monikers are perfect for your son.
26 Gripping Books for Moms Who Love to Read
Every mother deserves a good story — and some peace and quiet so she can read it.
45 Best Camping Activities That Make the Most of the Great Outdoors
Put down the devices and get ready for these fun games that are sure to entertain.
45 Summer Dates That Make the Most of the Outdoors
From outdoor concerts to mini golf, you'll never want to head back inside.