What We're Shopping For In May

This month, we've curated a list of items aimed at simplifying life for families, from clever storage solutions and kid-approved essentials to helpful resources and even a few treats for the grown-ups. Dive in to discover products that can help tackle clutter, make mealtime easier, or simply bring a bit more ease and enjoyment to your day.

While we would genuinely buy every item on this list, some were gifted.

Crate & Kids Tufted Daisy Shelf Storage Bin

No time or energy to spring clean? This adorable storage bin brings spring vibes while corralling clutter. If you did unclutter your home, use this basket to organize the stuff you decided to keep.

Native Shoes Jefferson Print Child

My kids lived in these lightweight, waterproof sneakers during their splashpad years. They are perfect for summer and effortlessly go from beach to playground. Plus, Native has super light, stylish sneakers for grown-ups, too—in both perforated and more traditional sneaker styles.

Chef Bombay Vegetable Pakoras

Weeknight dinners can be tough, especially when it's warm out and you'd rather spend time outdoors than at the stove. I had the chance to try Chef Bombay, a Canadian brand of frozen Indian food, and loved it. The pakoras are light and fluffy, and my 12-year-old immediately asked me to cook a second batch. We made them in the air fryer in under 10 minutes.

Bugaboo Kangaroo Stroller

We recently tested this luxurious double stroller, and our writer, Amanda, declared it the SUV of strollers. "Its generous size and many features make it easy to push through just about anything and everything. As durable as it is versatile, this stroller is a true powerhouse," she wrote.

Magshuto Knockout Rail

A cross between sling puck hockey and bocce ball, Fat Brain Toy Co.'s new Magshuto sets will keep kids busy sans screens. The magnetic trick shot system includes launchers and magpods, and the goal is to knock out your opponent's magpods. It's simple enough for kids as young as six but would keep tweens and teens busy, too. And while you need a tabletop to play on, the actual pieces are small, so the game is easy to store and take on the road.

My Petite Coco Baby Balm

This new baby brand is made in Canada and is certified cruelty-free. Founded by family physician Dr. Erica Weste, the line includes Baby Cream, Baby Wash & Shampoo, Baby Oil and Baby Balm. Made with cupuaçu, a tropical fruit similar to cocoa that can be made into a rich butter, the Baby Balm also soothes delicate skin with shea butter and squalane. I'd also use this must-have for my own dry skin!

LUCK Kids Detangler

If your kid has hair, you know how painful it can be (for both of you) to detangle it. It's even harder when their hair is curly. Love Ur Curls, a line created for grown-ups, has a selection of easy-to-use and effective products for kids, including the detangler/leave-in conditioner, a 2-in-1 shampoo and conditioner and a baby head-to-toe hair and body wash.

Moms on Call Books

Our writer, Lauren, recently reviewed Moms on Call, the baby books with a cult following. She swears by this series, and lucky for us, Moms on Call is having a Mother's Day sale until May 31. Use the code SUMMER20 to save 20%.