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Joolz Aer+’s

This stroller is designed to make traveling with your little one as smooth and comfortable as possible. Features one-hand one-second fold, a reclining seat and UPF 50+ sun hood with ventilation. $449, ages birth-4 years, joolz.com

Harmony Manual Breast Pump

A small, lightweight and discreetly portable pump for occasional and convenient pumping at home, at work or on the go. This simple to use and easy to clean manual pump is made with research-based PersonalFit Flex™ breast shields, designed to increase comfort and help produce more milk. $31.49, medela.com

Birdfy Feeder Bamboo

Relax and enjoy nature all around you with this smart bird feeder made from FSC-certified bamboo. Features a solar-powered camera for eco-friendly operation, allowing for bird watching with minimal environmental impact. Designed for easy refilling and cleaning. Supports AI recognition to identify over 6000 bird species, enhancing the bird-watching experience. $279.99, Entire Family, birdfy.com

Emotional Support Flowers

The flower plushies with individual expressions. They’re the perfect way to cheer up a friend, partner, parent, or loved one. These blooming beauties are perfect for snuggling up with, and sure to bring joy. $19.99, relatable.com

Menstruation Crustacean Lobster

A heat-up, huggable lobster heating pad that will be your new bestie for menstrual pain relief or general aches and pains. Whether it’s period cramps, muscle pains, or just a bad mood, microwave this comfort companion and it soothe the pain away with warmth and a relaxing lavender scent. $24.99, relatable.com

I Had a Miscarriage

Sixteen weeks into her second pregnancy, psychologist Jessica Zucker miscarried at home, alone. This book is a heart-wrenching, thought-provoking, and validating story about navigating these liminal spaces. It’s a reminder of the power of speaking openly and unapologetically about the complexities of our lives. $18.92, amazon.com

Buzbug LED Bug Zapper Indoor Electronic Mosquito Killer

Sixty UV-LED lamp beads attract and destroy mosquitoes, flies, and insects. Features a stylish house ornament design with a detachable PU leather handle. Covers up to 2,000 sq. ft., suitable for various spaces, including homes, offices, cafes. Not waterproof; works best at night and in dim lighting. The protective net prevents finger entry for electric shock prevention. Odorless, smoke-free operation with an easy-to-use power switch. $29.99, amazon.com

Buzbug Electric Fly Swatter Type-C Rechargeable Bug Zapper Racket

Instantly eliminates mosquitoes, bugs, bees, flies, gnats and fruit flies with a high voltage grid. Easily folds for convenient storage and portability. Three-layer security mesh protects children and pets, while insulation meshes prevent accidental contact with the electric net. $16.99, amazon.com

If you didn’t get the chance to see the great outdoors this summer, you certainly still have time. The incredible fall colors and crisp cool air make any autumn camping trip an incredible weekend outing for the whole family. Outdoor fun doesn’t have to be exclusive to summertime, so whether you want to take a day trip or stay overnight, these beautiful places will make fall your favorite time of the year.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park (TN)

With camping options ranging from backcountry backpacking to developed front country campgrounds, the Great Smoky Mountains offers a wonderful experience for every type of adventure. With five different forests and scenic autumn drives and hikes, camping has never been more beautiful. Offering hikes that are specifically for kids as well as guided hikes, the Smoky Mountains has scenic landscapes that everyone can enjoy and even learn from. For more relaxed vacationers, the 800 square mile park has 384 miles of road to drive down where you can experience all the beauty the park has to offer. Experiencing deep fall colors for hundreds of miles, the awe-inspiring beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park makes it a can’t-miss destination for any autumn camping trip.

Julian (CA)

Julian is a quaint town nestled in the Cuyamaca mountains, just a short drive away from San Diego. Famous for their apples, Julian is the perfect place to go camping during the fall season. With activities from boating and hiking to touring historic gold mines and visiting a fall pumpkin patch, Julian is a great place to experience the great outdoors in the height of the fall season. The town even has a pie baking contest this September, as well as a country fair and scarecrow display.

White Mountain National Forest (NH & ME)

With 2018 being the 100^th anniversary of the forest, you don’t want to miss camping in this incredible location during the fall. White Mountain National Forest offers a ton of camping areas accommodating RVs and tents, and they also have cabins available. You can spend time collecting minerals and rocks, picnicking with your family, or simply taking in the scenic fall views. This forest also has incredible tree canopy colors, and it has miles of roads to drive down and take in the never-ending beauty. With landmarks like historic farm houses and old stone walls, you will never know what lies around the corner in this incredible forest.

Capitol Reef National Park (UT)

With unique landscapes from cliffs and canyons to domes and even something they refer to as a wrinkle on earth, you’ll want to check out Capital Reef National Park. A bonus feature of going in September are the apple and pear fruit orchards that are available to pick through the month. Experience the park both during the day and after dark with the incredible views of an endless starry night stretching for hundreds of miles. With a range of adventurous and laid-back campgrounds, Capitol Reef National Park is a unique and incredible place to visit.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park (MI)

Sleeping Bear Dunes is an incredible place to take your family camping this autumn. You can camp on the rustic mainland with or without modern amenities, or even camp on one of the park’s islands. There are close by towns full of quaint local shops and tons of kid-friendly activities that are engaging and educational. Take your family to one of the museums or lighthouses, or take a rewarding hike on their famous sand Dune Climb. Ranger-led tours, a breathtaking drive, and backcountry serenity are all features of this historically rich National Park perfect for your next family camping trip.