The Parenting Journal

A baby play yard and a dog pen are built for different jobs; here is what the AAP and CPSC say to check, and what a gate can do instead.

What an oven’s built-in child lock locks, how makers say to turn it off, and where an add-on door lock fits in.

What the CPSC and AAP say about toddler beds and twin beds: mattress size, built-in guardrails, add-on bed rails and when to move up.

What the FDA, AAP and CDC say about BPA, heat, microplastics and breakage, and how to weigh glass, plastic and silicone bottles.

One pick for most kitchens, one for frameless IKEA cabinets, one for thick solid-wood doors, and a no-drill option for renters.

Best Options for Large Pets and Climbers

Magnetic vs Adhesive vs Strap Locks Showdown

The 20 Must-Have Items for Every Home