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
40 Unique Toddler Halloween Costume Ideas That Are Totally Adorable (Even If They're Supposed to Be Scary)
Whether they're trick-or-treating for the first time or are seasoned pros, these costumes are all treat.
The Best Stuffed Animal Storage Ideas to Help Corral Their Loveys
It's time to contain the stuffed animal zoo with these toy storage solutions.
100 Positive Affirmations for Kids, From Toddlers to Teens
Here's how to give their self-esteem a boost!
It's So Important to Develop a Growth Mindset in Kids, Especially if They're Obsessed With Winning
Shifting them from focusing on the results to emphasizing the process goes a long way.
40 Illegal Baby Names That Have Been Banned Around the World
Don't even think about naming your kid these.
The Best Kids' Movies of 2020 to Watch on Family Movie Night
Catch up with one of these new family films.
Dyson Is Selling a Toy Vacuum for Kids That Actually Works
Finally, a Dyson product we can afford.
Walmart Has Announced Its Top Holiday Toys for 2020, and They're Going to Go Fast!
These picks are definitely kid-approved.
Why Pretend Play Is So Important for Kids
Acting like a dinosaur ten times a week can be tedious for parents, but playing pretend offers so many important benefits for young children.
The Best DIY 'Toy Story' Costumes — and Some to Buy, Too!
Is Forky really a toy? Is he a craft project? Who knows, but he makes a great DIY Halloween costume!