Rachel Bowie

Let’s be real: The back-to-school rush sneaks up on us out of nowhere. That’s where we come in—we’ve done the research (and the testing) to bring you the must-have products from backpacks to water bottles and more for 2026.

When the news first broke that , something I dub as a near-perfect series that buoyed so many of us during a global pandemic, would be reversing

Every single time I fly with my kids (now ages 8 and 2), I stress about the protocols. What if they throw a tantrum in the security line?

Welcome to my marital pain point: Two kids, two jobs, two adults with myriad interests and plans. To say our calendar is complicated is an understatement.

In 2026, it seems like my entire social media feed is lit up with families who are souping up their outdoor setup with one goal in mind: al fresco family movie night. Here are nine essentials to make yours great.

There's a lot of pressure on parents when it comes to shopping for back-to-school. But beyond the backpack, lunch box and ultra-specific two-pocket

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have offiicially touched down in the U.K. Here, the 3 biggest questions that remain, according to our royal expert.

For Rebecca Allen , who goes by Bec, style has always felt like less of a statement and more about feeling comfortable in her own skin.

As someone 5’2”, I’m always on the hunt for petite-friendly styles. AYR’s fall collection caught my eye—it’s the stuff capsule wardrobes are made of—so I had to put it to the test.

The back-to-school rush is real. But come September, my kids aren't the only ones who deserve a bit of extra attention when it comes to what they'll wear.