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Lauren Ro

Writer, the Strategist
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Lauren Ro joined the Strategist as a writer in 2018. She covers baby gear, design moments, and anything else related to the home, including a giant guide to flatware and all the best furniture.

  1. furniture
    The 13 Very Best Platform BedsIncluding beds with (or without) headboards, styles that fold up for easy storage, and frames that you can customize to your own liking.
  2. decor
    The Very Best Area RugsNot only are they well made, they feel plush underfoot and look fantastic.
  3. bathroom
    The 16 Very Best Bath TowelsFrom waffle towels to flat-weave Turkish sets, a towel for every kind of obsessive.
  4. tabletop week
    What Are the Best Cloth Napkins?A simple way to elevate your at-home dining experience.
  5. baby sleep
    The 8 Very Best Baby MonitorsFrom traditional video monitors and “smart” devices that can track how your baby is sleeping to a simple, affordable audio monitor.
  6. running
    The Best Running Belts, According to RunnersRun hands-free with everything you need.
  7. bedding
    Our Favorite Brooklinen Down Comforter Is 40 Percent OffBrooklinen’s lightweight down comforter is great for hot sleepers or layering.
  8. tabletop week
    A Fairly Exhaustive Guide to FlatwareFor every kitchen table.
  9. bedding
    The 11 Very Best Cooling SheetsOptions for anyone who is always chasing the cool side of the pillow.
  10. bedding
    The 19 Very Best BedsheetsIncluding cotton-percale, linen, sateen, silk, and jersey options, plus a handful made of alternative fabrics like bamboo.
  11. bedding
    The 11 Very Best Comforters“Feel nestled in an airy but cozy canopy.”
  12. apparel
    All the Best Things at GU, Uniqlo’s Sister StoreGU is going big on barrel jeans.
  13. baby gear
    The 15 Very Best Play Mats for Babies and KidsAll look just as good in the nursery as they do in the living room.
  14. furniture
    The 15 Very Best Bed FramesIncluding solid-wood beds and upholstered wingback styles — with lots at less than $1,000.
  15. baby feeding
    The 10 Very Best Glider Rockers for NursingIncluding one that can charge your phone.
  16. gifts
    The Only Gift Guide for a 5-Year-Old You’ll Ever NeedIncluding lots of toys that are not only fun but will sneakily help them practice new skills.
  17. bedding
    The Very Best Linen SheetsFrom heirloom-quality bedding to sheets that come in vibrant jewel tones.
  18. bedding
    The 18 Very Best Duvet CoversFrom luxurious hotel-style duvet covers to relaxed linen options.
  19. decor
    The Very Best Throw BlanketsIncluding classic wool coverlets, a luxurious mohair throw, and the softest faux-fur blankets.
  20. gifts
    The Best Gifts for 6-Month-Olds, According to ExpertsBooks, toys, and other gifts that encourage sensory exploration, motor-skills development, and cause and effect in 6-month-olds.
  21. gifts
    The Best Gifts for New Moms, According to New MomsAs one new mom puts it, “Going forward, I’d be more inclined to get things for the mothers because you’ll get so much baby stuff.”
  22. gifts
    The Only Toy Gift Guide for a 3-Year-Old You’ll Ever NeedToys to support creativity, independence, and a lot of jumping.
  23. gifts
    The Best (Strategist-Approved) Gifts for GardenersFrom a mosquito spray that smells good enough to be worn as cologne to a book known as the “bible of fermentation.”
  24. gifts
    The Best Gifts for New Grandparents, According to GrandparentsIncluding keepsake books, picture frames, and other gifts to celebrate the milestone.
  25. celebrity shopping
    23 Things Jason Schwartzman Can’t Live Without“I’m so fascinated. How did they create this game? How did they know what letters to put on what square? How did they do that?”
  26. bathroom
    The 9 Very Best Beach TowelsFor drying off and lazing around.
  27. bedding
    A Rare 25 Percent Off Sale at BrooklinenSave big on Strategist favorites, including the best-selling Luxe Sateen Core Sheet Set.
  28. bedding
    The 9 Very Best Cooling ComfortersNo more night sweats.
  29. fall preview 2024
    25 New Things at 25 of Our Favorite New York City StoresColorful dinnerware, luxurious basics, and more.
  30. toys
    The Best Board Games for Toddlers and Preschoolers, According to ExpertsIt’s never too early to start playing games with your kiddos.
  31. decor
    All the Best Deals at Ssense’s Home SaleIncluding picks from Hay, Baina, and Alessi.
  32. decor
    The 18 Very Best Floor LampsFrom expensive-looking ones that cost less than $100 to splurge-worthy floor lamps that double as actual pieces of art.
  33. bedding
    The 4 Very Best Jersey SheetsThey’re as soft as your favorite T-shirt and won’t ever wrinkle.
  34. gifts
    51 Gifts for Every Type of HostIncluding wool throws, an automated countertop herb garden, and an old-timey popcorn-maker.
  35. strategist brain
    On My Mind: Row Dupes and Tennis VisorsWelcome to Strategist Brain.
  36. women’s shoes
    These Mephisto Leather Slides Are 35 Percent OffAs are a bunch of other shoes from the heritage brand.
  37. baby sleep
    Our Favorite Swaddles (of the 29 We’ve Tried)“I purchased many a sleep sack at 3 a.m., and time and time again, nothing was able to beat the Halo.”
  38. decor
    The 14 Very Best Sisal, Jute, Seagrass, and Abaca RugsThese natural-fiber rugs, many of which are customizable, will give any room a more organic look.
  39. toys
    The 20 Best Beach Toys for Every AgeExtend those sand-filled days.
  40. shoes
    Strategist Face-Off: Tevas vs. ChacosA showdown between two staff writers and their favorite “adventure sandals.”
  41. home
    Platters, Placemats, and Pillows: It’s a Six Bells SalePlus, a ton of ruffles and gingham.
  42. amazon prime day 2024
    The 57 Best Prime Day Home Deals, According to Our Home WriterFrom bed frames to bidets.
  43. amazon prime day 2024
    Big Ticket, Worth It: The BB-2000 Bliss BidetThis bidet changed my life, and it can change yours, too.
  44. bedding
    The 9 Very Best Weighted Blankets“They feel like being swaddled or held in a firm hug.”
  45. strategist round table
    Some Sweaty Strategist Writers on How to Survive the HeatOn the occasion of this horrifically hot summer, here’s how they are dealing with the dampness.
  46. clothing
    This Perfect-for-Summer Waffle Robe Is 45 Percent OffGreat for pre- and post-shower — or for lounging.
  47. furniture
    The Very Best Beanbag ChairsWhether you have kids, want to furnish a fun game room, or need comfy furniture fast, there is a beanbag chair for you.
  48. smart home
    I Live Mosquito-Free NowThis repeller system isn’t cheap, but it’s the only thing that worked.
  49. bathroom
    The 7 Very Best Bidets“I can, with confidence, say that my butt health is at a resounding 100 percent.”
  50. bedding
    The 5 Very Best Egyptian-Cotton Sheets“Genuine Egyptian-cotton sheets feel extremely luxurious on the skin, and in my opinion, aid in better sleep.”
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