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Briana Engelbrecht Associate Editor.

Briana Engelbrecht

Associate Editor

About Briana

Briana Engelbrecht is Babylist’s Associate Editor, where she brings her passion for early childhood development and the perinatal period, plus experience as a mom of two to Babylist articles and guides. She’s also a certified lactation counselor. A former preschool teacher, she loves children’s picture books, cats, plants and making things.

Experience

Associate Editor

Education

  • California State University East Bay, Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Development

Certifications

  • Breastfeed LA - Certified Lactation Education Specialist
  • California Commission on Teacher Credentialing - Child Development Teacher Permit

Articles by Briana Engelbrecht

The Best Bottles for Breastfed Babies

Crushing on High-End Baby Gear? These Alternatives Are Just as Good

The Best Stroller Accessories to Make Outings a Bit Easier

The Best Water Tables For Splashy, Sensory Fun

The Biggest Baby Name Trends of 2025 So Far

Worried About Ring Sling Safety? Read This First

The Best Nursing Bras, According to the Experts and Real Moms

How to Set Up A Nursery Nook in Your Room

Best Bubble Toys for Babies and Toddlers

12 Baby Products You Can Start Using Before Baby Arrives

The ‘Display Shower’ Is a New Baby Shower Trend That Makes so Much Sense

Gripe Water Is A Popular Remedy For Fussy Babies, But Does It Really Work?

13 Cute + Practical Baby Products That Make Perfect Baby Shower Gifts

The Best Pumping Bras For Comfort and Functionality

The Best Toys for One-Year-Olds

The Best High Chairs That Won’t Take Over Your Small Space

My Brest Friend vs. Boppy Nursing Pillows

Nipple Shields Can Help Latching Challenges—Here’s How

The Best Baby Gear You Probably Don’t Know About

There’s A New Gender-Neutral Name Trend Taking Off For Baby Girls

The Best Manual Breast Pumps and Milk Catchers

The Best Sippy Cups to Help Transition Babies and Toddlers

A City Parent's Guide to Baby Gear—Here’s What You Actually Need

The Best Breast Pump Gear To Make Pumping Easier

The Best Compact & Functional Baby Gear for Small Spaces

Baby's First-Year Basics: What Products You Need & When

Choosing a Grandparent Name? Here’s How Families Are Approaching It Today

30 Helpful Products to Register For That Are Meant For You, Not Baby

The Best Diaper Rash Creams for Happy Baby Bottoms

Sore Nipples? Here’s Why You Might Want to Give Silver Nursing Cups A Try

16 Clever Items to Add to Your Baby Registry That Aren’t Actually For Baby

11 Baby Products You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty for Adding to Your Baby Registry

How to Set Up the Ultimate Diaper Changing Station

12 Crucial Baby Products to Transform Your First Days with a Newborn

The Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for All of Your Favorite People

The Best Pregnancy Apps of 2025

The Best Fanny Pack Diaper Bags That Fit the Essentials

The Best Hip Carriers to Keep Your Velcro Baby Close

The Best Nursing Pillows to Support You and Your Baby

The Best Pacifiers to Soothe Your Baby, According to Experts & Real Parents

The Best Swim Diapers for Summer (That Won’t Explode)

Best Baby Formulas of 2025

The Best At-Home Pregnancy Tests

The Best Changing Pads for Safe and Comfortable Diaper Changes

The Cute but Practical Baby Clothes to Add to Your Registry

Baby on a Budget Sample Registry

The Best Dollhouses to Spark Your Kids’ Imagination

The Best Dolls for Babies and Toddlers

Best Wooden Toys for Babies and Toddlers

Best Stuffed Animals for Babies and Toddlers

The Best Montessori Toys for Babies

The Best Portable Sound Machines for a Travel-Ready, Well-Rested Baby

There's a Perfect Diaper Bag For Everyone—These Are Our Picks

How to Create a Bedtime Routine for Your Baby

The Best Baby Floor Mats for Every Space and Budget

The Best Washcloths to Keep Your Baby Squeaky Clean

The Best First Birthday Gifts for Newly-Minted Toddlers

The Best Gender-Neutral Baby Clothes to Add to Your Registry

Quiet Luxury for Babies: How to Elevate Your Registry with Timeless Picks

100 Baby Names for Boys