Amanda Lauren

Amanda Lauren

Amanda Lauren is an interior designer, lifestyle expert, content creator and media consultant with over a decade of experience. In addition to Today’s Parent, she contributes to Forbes, Real Simple, and Yahoo among other publications. Amanda is based in Los Angeles and East Hampton. 

After experiencing a miscarriage, three IUI procedures and two and a half rounds of IVF, Amanda naturally conceived her daughter, Carlin, who was born in April 2023. As a working mom, she embraces the challenge of balancing it all, sharing tips, tricks, ideas and products that make life easier.

A strong advocate for a non-toxic, aesthetically pleasing lifestyle, Amanda enjoys sharing her favourite finds and educating parents on the importance of “better-for-you” products.

Latest from Amanda Lauren

No, You Don’t Have to Sleep Train—Here’s What to Know First
Baby

No, You Don’t Have to Sleep Train—Here’s What to Know First

You don’t have to sleep train to survive babyhood. Experts and real parents explain why skipping it is a valid choice, too.
6 minutes
Your No-Regret Hospital Bag Packing List For Birth Day
Pregnancy

Your No-Regret Hospital Bag Packing List For Birth Day

Get ready for labour with our ultimate hospital bag checklist. From mom’s must-haves to baby’s going-home outfit, here’s everything you need.
7 minutes
Kiinde Bottle Warmer Review
Product Reviews

Kiinde Bottle Warmer Review

In this Kiinde bottle warmer review, our parent tester determines whether this popular baby product is worth the buy.
5 minutes
Bugaboo Kangaroo Stroller Review: Is This Single To Double Stroller Worth The Hype?
Product Reviews

Bugaboo Kangaroo Stroller Review: Is This Single To Double Stroller Worth The Hype?

The Bugaboo Kangaroo stroller is a versatile, all-terrain travel system grows with your family, fits up to three kids, and handles any path with ease.
8 minutes
Baby Brezza Bottle Washer Pro Review: A Time-Saving Game Changer for New Parents
Product Reviews

Baby Brezza Bottle Washer Pro Review: A Time-Saving Game Changer for New Parents

Does the Baby Brezza Bottle Washer Pro live up to its promise of saving time and effort? We tested this all-in-one cleaner, sterilizer and dryer.
8 minutes
How The Oura Ring Helped Me Track My Health As A Mom And Conceive After Infertility
Product Reviews

How The Oura Ring Helped Me Track My Health As A Mom And Conceive After Infertility

This health and activity tracker changed one mom’s life—read about her journey in this Oura Ring review.
8 minutes
When Can You Find Out The Sex Of Your Baby?
Pregnancy

When Can You Find Out The Sex Of Your Baby?

6 minutes
What to Do When Your Toddler Says It Hurts to Pee
Toddler health

What to Do When Your Toddler Says It Hurts to Pee

6 minutes
4moms Breeze Plus Playard Review: Why We Love It
Product Reviews

4moms Breeze Plus Playard Review: Why We Love It

Our parent tester loves the 4moms Breeze Plus for travel and convenience. See our in-depth review.
8 minutes
We Tested Little Spoon: Fresh, Healthy Meals for Kids Delivered to Your Door
Product Reviews

We Tested Little Spoon: Fresh, Healthy Meals for Kids Delivered to Your Door

We tested this meal delivery service for kids to see if it’s worth the hype.
7 minutes
Cybex Priam Review: Is This Luxe Stroller Worth the Hype?
Product Reviews

Cybex Priam Review: Is This Luxe Stroller Worth the Hype?

The most stylish stroller on the market is more than meets the eye—it’s also ruggedly built, easy to maneuver and highly customizable.
7 minutes
Bugaboo Butterfly Review: The Ultimate Compact Stroller for Urban Parents and Travelers
Product Reviews

Bugaboo Butterfly Review: The Ultimate Compact Stroller for Urban Parents and Travelers

Is this luxury stroller all it’s hyped up to be? See our testing insights in this Bugaboo Butterfly review.
7 minutes
Natural Cycles Review: How I Used The App To Get Pregnant After Infertility
Pregnancy

Natural Cycles Review: How I Used The App To Get Pregnant After Infertility

One mom shares her experience using the Natural Cycles app to get pregnant after experiencing infertility.
6 minutes
100 Best Walmart Cyber Monday Deals from Graco, LEGO, Dyson, Apple, Samsung and More, up to 80% off
Shopping

100 Best Walmart Cyber Monday Deals from Graco, LEGO, Dyson, Apple, Samsung and More, up to 80% off

Looking to save this holiday season? From LEGO sets to kids’ beds, these are the best Walmart Cyber Monday deals to shop.
17 minutes
Lalo High Chair Review: So Worth It, According to Our Hands-On Parent Tester
Product Reviews

Lalo High Chair Review: So Worth It, According to Our Hands-On Parent Tester

Our parent tester offers an in-depth Lalo high chair review. Spoiler alert: she loves it!
5 minutes
My Daughter Is Officially Driving—and She’s in Love With This John Deere Ride-On Toy
Product Reviews

My Daughter Is Officially Driving—and She’s in Love With This John Deere Ride-On Toy

Our parent tester and her daughter adore this John Deere toddler tractor, featuring engine sounds, farm songs, lights and more.
5 minutes
Fisher-Price Luminate Bassinet Review: A More Portable and Affordable Snoo Alternative
Product Reviews

Fisher-Price Luminate Bassinet Review: A More Portable and Affordable Snoo Alternative

Our parent tester loved how portable this smart bassinet is and how affordable it is compared to the Snoo.
8 minutes
26 Last-Minute Amazon Prime Day Vacuum Deals To Shop Before the Sale Ends, up to 52% Off
Shopping

26 Last-Minute Amazon Prime Day Vacuum Deals To Shop Before the Sale Ends, up to 52% Off

Amazon Prime Day is nearly over, but there's still time to save. Shop Dyson, Shark, Bissell, Roomba and other top vacuum brands before the sale ends.
5 minutes
100+ Last-Minute Amazon Prime Day Toy Deals To Shop Before the Sale Is Over, up to 78% Off
Shopping

100+ Last-Minute Amazon Prime Day Toy Deals To Shop Before the Sale Is Over, up to 78% Off

The holiday season is nearly upon on us—get ahead of your shopping this year with these last-minute Prime Day toy deals for all ages.
13 minutes
130+ Last-Minute Amazon Prime Day Baby Deals To Shop Before the Sale Ends, up to 64% Off
Shopping

130+ Last-Minute Amazon Prime Day Baby Deals To Shop Before the Sale Ends, up to 64% Off

Prime Day is nearly over, but it's not too late—shop these last-minute Prime Day baby deals on car seats, strollers, books, toys, tech, apparel and more.
12 minutes
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