“We have used both versions of the Veer wagon and love the City way more! The push is much more intuitive because you can steer with the front wheels. We use this wagon for walks around the neighborhood, at the zoo, on rocky trails, you name it. It’s a smooth, comfortable ride and we actually use it more than our double stroller.

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convenient for our lifestyle” and “once you have the Doona, you don’t need anything else,” are just a few things moms told us about this innovative car seat + stroller hybrid when we asked them what they loved about it in our Best Baby Products survey.

Underneath my stairway, packed far out of eyesight, are boxes of baby toys and clothes that I knew were there but hadn't touched for 20 years. It wasn't until I started downsizing in preparation for a move that I found them.

The bottom storage was great for our day trip essentials and the canopy unzips to the perfect height to protect my kid’s head. HIGHLY recommend if you plan on traveling via plane and now it lives in my trunk for quick stops around town!” — Erica

If you plan to stockpile your breastmilk or use premade formula, you'll likely need to warm your baby's food at some point. Check out our favorite bottle warmers that swiftly and easily warms baby bottle contents, making surprise nighttime feedings easier.

Some parents use cloth baby wipes to produce less waste. Not all cloth wipes are created equal, and choosing the right one can help you avoid messy mistakes.

It is light, moves with one hand and is sturdy. It’s narrow enough to go down aisles but also roomy for my child. There is an extended shade which is perfect and there is an air vent so I can see her. I absolutely love it. It has made my life and my child’s life so much easier and SAFER! I purchased the Em excesso foot extension for my one year old which folds with the stroller and the handle bar. In my opinion, it is worth the money.” — Vanessa D.

Choosing baby gear and stocking up on the best gear for your new little one isn't as simple as creating a Rent stroller registry and crossing your fingers. We've bought and tested each item in our list against the top competitors in their category. This means you can rest assured that every recommendation performed better than the competition, earning its spot in our list of best baby gear of the year.

If your heart is set on a luxury stroller but your wallet doesn’t agree, check out the Mockingbird. The parents we surveyed called it “the best bang for the buck,” an “awesome” product and “very nice and half the price of some other strollers.

Next, high-tech baby monitors are taking over - with features like video streaming, temperature monitoring, and even breathing sensors, these monitors give parents peace of mind and allow them to keep a watchful eye on their little ones.

If you’re planning on having multiple children close in age, you may want to consider a convertible stroller from day one instead of registering for a single stroller and then having to purchase a double shortly after.

Many babies thrive on a routine, and often a before-bed, after-bath massage is just the ticket to creating a calm and sleepy baby who is ready to drift off into slumber town. Our review of the best baby oils includes high-quality, low-fragrance options to help you in this effort.

Strollers can cost anywhere from a hundred dollars to well over a thousand. Pricier strollers often have features like all-wheel suspension, better maneuverability, high-end fabrics, modular seats or the ability to convert to a double.