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Latifah Miles

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 Latifah Miles is a writer at the Strategist who covers products for the perfect night of sleep, including mattresses and pillows. She was previously a parenting editor who covered baby essentials, kids’ gear, and parenting gadgets.

  1. sales
    This Travel-Friendly Sound Machine Is More Than 50 Percent OffTake the relaxing sounds of white noise with you on the go.
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    This Magna-Tiles Starter Set Is the Cheapest We’ve Seen in YearsBuild all kinds of structures, from simple towers to an elaborate castle.
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    Our Favorite Sound Machine Is Nearly 50 Percent OffDrown out the world around you with 22 non-looping white-noise, fan, and ocean sounds.
  4. prime day 2023
    All the Actually Good Prime Day Sleep DealsIncluding pillows, mattresses, eye masks, and Rob Lowe’s special sleep water.
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    These Easy-to-Adjust Pillows Are Up to 44 Percent OffHandy zippers make them firmer or softer in seconds — and the more you buy, the deeper the discount.
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    This Tempur-Pedic Pillow for Every Sleep Position Is Almost 50 Percent OffIts flippable design caters to side, back, stomach, and combo sleepers.
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    Amazon’s Baby Yoda–Themed Echo Dot Is 50 Percent Off for Star Wars DayMay the Force be with your smart-home setup.
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    This Stylish Inflatable Pool Is on Sale for Under $40Get ready for warmer weather with a summer essential that both kids and adults can enjoy.
  9. kids and babies
    The Very Best Sun-Protective Clothing for Kids and BabiesIncluding styles for newborns and kids as old as 16.
  10. hair tools
    I Finally Found a Claw Clip That Can Hold My LocsA regular hair tie could never.
  11. toys
    The 13 Very Best Kids’ ScootersIncluding two-wheel scooters, three-wheel scooters, and scooters with light-up wheels.
  12. toys
    The Best Kids’ Water Tables, According to ExpertsIncluding one that rains, and one with space for sand.
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    One of Our Favorite Foam Pillows Is 25 Percent OffTuft & Needle’s adaptive foam pillow is especially good for side sleepers.
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    This Is the Best Deal We’ve Ever Seen on the TonieboxCut back on screen time without inciting total chaos.
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    One of Our Favorite All-Foam Mattresses Is More Than 30 Percent OffComfortable, supportive, and on sale.
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    All the Best Presidents’ Day Mattress DealsMost brands are taking off at least $100, while others are throwing in free pillows and sheet sets.
  17. outdoor leisure
    The Best Outdoor Toys for Winter, According to ExpertsMake your next snow day an epic one.
  18. sales
    This Tempur-Pedic Pillow for Every Position Is 37 Percent OffCalling all stomach, back, side, and combination sleepers: This pillow is for you (and it’s on sale!).
  19. outdoor leisure
    The Best Snow Sleds for Kids, According to ExpertsSwap your cafeteria tray for an actual sled to make the most of your next snow day.
  20. year in review
    The Best Thing I Bought This Year Is This Cookbook That Reminds Me of My GrandmaThe traditional Black dishes in Jubilee remind me of being in the kitchen with my grandmother.
  21. deal of the day
    Our Favorite Casper Cooling Pillow Is 40 Percent Off TodayThe triple-layer memory-foam pillow is perforated to encourage airflow and keep you from overheating.
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    This Gift-Worthy 1,000-Plus-Piece Lego Set Is Just $40 TodayThe classic rainbow assortment will let you build whatever comes to mind.
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    These Glittery (and Very Giftable) Magna-Tiles Are Just $19 TodayThey’d be a great addition to an existing stockpile or a sparkly way to establish a new collection.
  24. strategist hive mind
    63 Holiday Shopping TipsHoliday-related proclamations and well-sourced recommendations from the Strategist’s staff and contributors.
  25. cyber monday 2022
    Our Favorite Cyber Monday Bedding DealsFrom pillows and linen sheets to mattress toppers and duvet covers.
  26. toys
    The Best Dolls for Kids, According to ExpertsFrom Monster High and American Girl to Baby Stella and Miniland.
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    This Very Giftable Magna-Tiles Bundle Is $40 OffStart or add to a collection of the now-ubiquitous building tiles that delight kids of all ages.
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    This Clever Fort-Building STEM Toy Is Just $35 (And a Great Holiday Gift)Crazy Forts lets kids get creative without stealing your dining chairs.
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    Hanna Andersson’s Beloved Kids’ PJs Are 40 Percent Off (and Great for Halloween)The brand’s matching family holiday jammies are included as part of its (very good) sitewide sale.
  30. bedding
    This Blanket Robe Is Stylish Enough to Wear in PublicIt’s like a duvet crossed with a puffer coat, and it’s surprisingly nice-looking.
  31. october prime day 2022
    Our Favorite Casper Pillow Is the Cheapest We’ve Ever Seen ItIts pillow-within-a-pillow design will make you feel better about your neck.
  32. deal of the day
    These Perfect-for-Fall J. Crew Clogs Are Over 70 Percent OffYou’ll want to pair them with every outfit, and they’re only $55
  33. micro sale
    All the Best Labor Day Mattress DealsThe makers of some of our favorite mattresses are knocking off hundreds of dollars and throwing in freebies like sheets and pillows.
  34. back to school
    What 39 Students From Preschool to High School Are Wearing for Back-to-SchoolFrom Pokémon hoodies and light-up shoes to baggy jeans and very tall socks.
  35. beauty
    This Travel-Friendly Waterpik Is the Cheapest We’ve Ever Seen ItUse this expert-recommended cordless water flosser to keep your teeth in top shape in the shower or on the go.
  36. strategist hive mind
    71 Summer Shopping TipsAn accumulation of proclamations and well-sourced recommendations from the Strategist staff.
  37. women’s apparel
    Abercrombie’s Jean Shorts Fit My Curvy Five-Foot-Ten Frame to a TI didn’t believe in love at first wear until I met the brand’s High-Rise Dad Shorts.
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    Baloo’s Crisp, Cotton Weighted Blanket is Just $89 Right NowIt’s one of our favorite weighted blankets, providing a comforting hug that won’t make you sweat.
  39. grooming
    I’m Ditching Razors for This At-Home Sugaring KitOnce you get the hang of it, Sugardoh gives you long-lasting, baby-smooth results at home.
  40. prime day 2022
    The Best Amazon Prime Day Baby and Kids DealsIncluding a kindergarten-teacher-approved lunchbox, deeply discounted Magna-Tiles, and one of our favorite car seats.
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    Casper’s Cushy Essential Pillow Is 25 Percent Off TodayImagine sleeping on a fluffy cloud supported by a perfectly plump marshmallow.
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    Floss on the Go With This Travel-Friendly Waterpik That’s Now 25 Percent OffIt’s cordless, so you can use it whenever your teeth need a bit of TLC — airport bathrooms and road-trip rest stops included.