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Amiyrah Martin on the most genius time-saving hacks for moms (They are SO good!)
This week on Spawned, we're joined by Amiyrah Martin of 4 Hats and Frugal. She's one of our favorite writers and Instagrammers and while she's known for her great tips on saving money, she happens to be pretty sharp with time-saving tips too. What's especially...
Catherine McCord’s tips for making feeding kids more fun | Spawned ep 127
We're always up for tips and tricks to help us make our time in the kitchen more fun, which is why we were so excited to chat with Catherine McCord, of the uber popular Weelicious, one of our all-time favorite food blogs. We've been friends for years now, so how...
How much screen time is too much? Tech health expert Dr. Mike Brooks | Spawned ep 126
When work is online, communication is online, entertainment is online and it's all 24/7...it can be hard to get offline. We get it! So we're happy to share so much helpful info from from tech health expert, author, Austin-based dad, and Psychology Today columnist, Dr....
Kids and nutrition: Tips from pediatric expert Dr. Tanya Altmann | Spawned ep 125
This week on Spawned, we're talking kids and nutrition. Which, TBH, is one of those issues that nearly universally stresses out parents of all kinds, with kids of all ages. Fortunately, we've got an expert to help us out: Dr. Tanya Altmann, who you may better know as...
One brilliant, simple thing you can do right now to help end working mom guilt | Spawned ep 124
Working mom guilt is something every working mom has experienced in one way or another. And basically, it sucks. However, we've always heard that guilt is the most useless emotion -- and now, consider us schooled. On this week's episode of Spawned, we spoke with...
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This indie kids’ label collab is like goth-fantasy-new-orleans-ballerina and it’s wonderful!
Just in time for Halloween, two of my very favorite kidswear brands have joined together for an awesome collab: Nununu X Tutu Du Monde. Whoa! I have written about the edgy but wearable offerings from Nununu and the theatrically-inspired, spectacularly crafted,...
6 fantastically fun things to do in Orlando without kids. Hey, it’s your vacation too!
With winter breaks coming up, I know lots of our readers will be planning Orlando vacations. Because, family! And...Orlando! Let me just say, our family is good at vacation. We trained on our first trip to Disney back when I was pregnant, and our sons were four and...
A thorough comparison of 3 top kids’ clothing subscriptions: KidBox vs Stitch Fix Kids vs Rockets of Awesome
Moms are shopping for their kids more and more through subscription services these days and we thought it was worth taking a good look at these subscription clothing services for kids and compare them. Hey, we get it -- it's so convenient to get a curated box of...
Here’s how to buy Cards Against Humanity’s “Remember to Vote” Worms.
Leave it to Cards Against Humanity, a company that doesn't shy away from the issues of the day, to come out with the genius Cards Against Humanity Remember to Vote Worms in time for Halloween. Aaaaand the incredibly important midterm elections. Related: How to...
Keep calm and carry on with these 7 excellent children’s books about mindfulness
My four kids range from toddler to teenager, and I find that no matter their stage in life I am always looking for ways to help them increase their mindfulness. Whether they're processing complicated, difficult emotions in their early teen years, or just learning to...
17 of the best pop culture Halloween costume ideas for kids right now, from Meghan and Harry to Serena to Riverdale
Usually, my favorite Halloween costumes that our readers come up with each year are clever pop culture reference costumes. Do you remember the "Derry with the Bat" costume that Kristen's son wore last year, from the viral meme last year? It was amazing! So, to spark...
Resist like Ruth: Because fighting for gender equality is still a radical act.
Wee rascals is fast becoming my go-to site for gifts for enlightened kids. I just love these makers of wonderful historical tees for kids honoring heroes like Malala, Abraham Lincoln, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the Hamil-crew, and a girl gang we want to run with. My...
New limited-edition Mrs. Meyer’s scents for fall! Here’s where to find them.
I'm a big fan of Mrs. Meyer's all natural cleaning supplies. In fact, I buy a lot Mrs. Meyer's cleaning products in bulk and keep them stocked under my sink so I don't run out. Because, life with four kids = lots of messes. I'm usually partial to their lemon verbena...
2 safe, fun new apps for preschoolers that just may get you a little shower time
We love apps that let our younger kids explore, play, and get creative all in a safe, controlled environment. And recently, we shared two apps on Cool Mom Tech on behalf of our sponsor Kinsane Entertainment that do just that. Since the response has been so positive...
We’re obsessed with this poster featuring favorite self-saving heroines
Just when I thought I could never love another print as much as I love my Michelle Obama print, along comes this amazing She-Series collage poster from Karen Hallion featuring so many of my favorite self-saving, empowered female heroines from books, movies, and...
Look we’re loving: The new Spanx faux leather camo leggings
Just this week I started moving the fall and winter items to the front of the closet and saying goodbye (sniff) to my comfy, swingy cotton dresses. That's when I rediscovered my favorite faux leather leggings from last year and got all excited to wear them again....
17 of our favorite kid-friendly Halloween party printables to make your bash a smash
Let's talk Halloween party printables, parents! If you're not familiar with the wide world of free printables for holidays of all kinds, we've always got you covered. And with Halloween party season upon us, these free (free!) downloadable posters, decorations,...
How one mom’s viral #himtoo post led to the #metoo ending no one expected
We all talk a lot about "oversharenting," or what to post about our kids on social media, how much info is too much, and whether we might be embarrassing them...one day. Well it turns out these questions apply well beyond potty training photos, as evidenced by one...
15 Columbus Day sales worth checking out right from home
If you plan on taking advantage of the big Columbus Day sales today, our advice remains the same as it does on Black Friday or Cyber Monday or any other sale day -- stay home! Or...go out, shop from your phone while you avoid the crowds in your favorite coffee shop....
Cool non-candy Halloween gift for a cynical tween or teen? Reader Q & A
When Lisa asked us for cool non-candy Halloween gift ideas for her tween/teen nieces and nephews, I was on the case! I checked with my own Halloween-loving but decidedly...particular tween and teen to see what kinds of things they would think are cool. I mean, of...
Amiyrah Martin on the most genius time-saving hacks for moms (They are SO good!)
This week on Spawned, we're joined by Amiyrah Martin of 4 Hats and Frugal. She's one of our favorite writers and Instagrammers and while she's known for her great tips on saving money, she happens to be pretty sharp with time-saving tips too. What's especially...
Michael Strahan did a beautiful thing for one little boy who was being bullied | Thinking : Parent
I've been watching an amazing story unfold on my Facebook feed over the last month. And because we love a good heartwarming story, we knew we had to share this story of Michael Strahan's act of kindness with you all too. It started a month ago, when a friend sent out...
How one designer handbag can help thousands more women run for office
If you're not yet aware of Lingua Franca, well come right here, my friends! Rachel Hruska's luxury, celeb-approved, hand-embroidered cashmere sweaters and accessories have blown up certain circles of the internet this year -- the main one being politically-minded,...
13 of the absolute coolest family Halloween costume ideas right now from Moana to Guardians to Avocado Toast.
I'm so excited to look for cool family Halloween costumes this year! We've moved past the babywearing costumes stage now that my son is old enough to trick-or-treat, but he's young enough to accept pretty much whatever costume I dress him, and there is a very short...
This Hocus Pocus doormat is a huge improvement over “smell my feet”
Okay, so I laughed out loud when I stumbled across this "I Smell Children" Hocus Pocus Doormat From Seattle Etsy shop Stroll the City. It's just perfect for updating your Halloween decor -- creepy/funny enough to make cynical teens laugh, but not so scary that you'll...
Join us for a Twitter social to help combat online bullying. Because #ItsCoolToBeKind.
Online safety and cyberbullying have surpassed the list of parents' concerns over even drugs and alcohol. And we get it -- we have kids who are online too and it can be a little scary to let them loose on the Internet. In fact, 28% of students have experienced...