Editor’s Picks: March 2026

I traveled with my husband and our two kids a lot last year. We’ve always been a bit of a jet-setting family, but last year I traveled to five countries and several different states, and with the way airline pricing is these days, even when we traveled as a family of four, we did our best to stick to carry-on only. And, my hard-sided carry-on purchased at a discount department store a few years ago, was evidently not up for the task. By the time we made it home from our last trip of the year, the zipper was busted and the plastic was warped. We already had another trip planned, so my hunt for a new, sturdier carry-on began immediately. I’m now packing the Method Carry-On by NOMATIC, and I have a feeling we’re going to be buddies for many years to come. This bag holds up to 20% more than standard carry ons with the same dimensions, thanks to a built-in compression panel. It also features 360-degree silent glide wheels and an integrated TSA locks. Plus, it’s actually 15% lighter than other similarly sized bags. The Method Carry-On has been tested for long-lasting durability, but if anything goes wrong, it’s also covered by a lifetimes warranty and repair, so you won’t need to spend time or money finding a suitable replacement … ever.

I have found my new favorite curly hair product! The first time I used Curlsmith Weightless Air Dry Cream, I didn’t use any other products along with it because I wanted to see if I could get away with using it as a standalone product, and it worked. So, I just washed, conditioned, and applied the air dry cream as directed. Now, I’m always an air dry girl, so the results were compared to my usual routine of layering two or three products on my super curly, long 3B/3C hair. And while it might have been a nice, non-humid day the day I used it, I was pretty happy with the results. Since then, I’ve also used it numerous times with a really light gel over it and have gotten consistently good results. I’ve even used it on my little girl who has slightly finer, looser curls than mine. Products like this are awesome for busy mamas, because any time you can pare down the beauty routine and get out the door faster, it’s a win.

When it comes to high quality, stylish children’s clothes, Janie and Jack is unmatched. Their outfits are always incredibly fashionable, but made with fabrics that are comfortable enough for kids’ delicate skin. This adorable matching dress set was created in partnership with Lauren Burnham Luyendyk (wife of former Bachelor Arie Luyendyk), who wanted to focus on the emotional bond between mothers and daughters. One issue that crops up a lot with matching mommy-daughter dresses is that the mom dresses look too childish, or the kids dresses look too mature. These dresses avoid that problem entirely by having their own designs and silhouettes, but use the same fabrics and style to pair perfectly together. These dresses are ideal for family photos, Easter or Passover dinners, or just a day out enjoying the spring weather.

As the weather warms up, it’s important to keep lunches and snacks cold throughout the day. Instead of throwing an ice pack into your kids’ lunch box, use a Bento-style box with a built-in ice pack, like the Bentgo Chill Mini Lunch Box. It’s leak-proof and PFA- and BPA-free, meaning it keeps food fresh and safe all day. It’s perfect for school lunch, kids’ snacks for weekend outings, picnics at the park, or even to store snacks for mom during school pickup. Plus, it comes in adorable colors that kids (and parents) will love.

Every parent knows that the most absorbent baby material is muslin — it’s why the best burp cloths are all made out of muslin. Plus, they hold up to machine washing really well. So it makes perfect sense to use muslin for baby towels, too! Love to Dream’s hooded towel is incredibly soft, highly absorbent, lightweight, and quick drying, making them perfect for babies, toddlers, and kids, and great to pack away for day trips and vacations too. The hooded towels come in a variety of cute colors and patterns (the bunnies are my favorite), so it’ll quickly become your little one’s favorite.

Can you tell I’m feeling a little stir-crazy? After several months trapped inside in the gloomy weather and with spring break just ahead of us, I’m sure you are too. If you’re looking for a piece of hands-free luggage for your next trip, look no further than No Reception Club’s Hideaway Duffel. This bag is purpose-built for parents traveling with their kids. It features built-in and customizable packing organizer that you can adjust to fit your families needs, is constructed with durability and convenience in mind, and meets airline standards for a carry-on. Some of our favorite features? The insulated pocket perfect for snacks, formula or milk, and/or medications, separate compartment for dirty laundry, and the option to use it as a backpack complete with chest strap to make getting through the airport with kids that much easier.

If you’re a new mom or expecting a baby or need an awesome gift for someone who is, we can’t recommend the Limited Edition FabFitFun New Mom Box enough. It’s packed with eight full-sized products from best-selling brands, that will help bring a little bit of luxury to the new mom phase. We’re huge fans of all of the Maison Rue baby products, especially the adorable Pocket Pals, and th OSEA Atmosphere Protection Cream, because it really does wonders for exhausted mom skin. All of the products in the box are valued at $250, but new members can nab a box for $89.95. It would make a perfect first Mother’s Day gift as well!

Both of my kids were Pampers and I swear by the brand. It’s the only one I recommend. And now, it’s upped the ante. The recently launched Pampers AMORE diapers is the brand’s most absorbent ever, hypoallergenic, and free of fragrance, parabens, elemental chlorine, and latex. These diapers offer five layers of protection and a super-soft cashmere-like feel so baby will stay comfy and cozy on all those long spring walks and toddler playdates. Not only that, but Pampers actually had the materials used in these diapers tested by a third-party lab, so you can rest assured your baby’s bottom will be healthy as can be.