by Cool Mom Team | Art + Decor
I’ve always thought that the best ABC posters for kids aren’t the ones that simply familiarize them with the letters, but inspire imagination around the images themselves. We’ve found that very thing in Paula Prass’s lovely Alphabet Girl...
by Cool Mom Team | Kid Style
I always torn about spending the cash on a fancy Easter dress for my daughter which I then hope that we can use again in July as a birthday dress. But when I saw this timeless Neige Signature Audrey Jacket at Aggie Hill, I came up with a better plan: Buy a modestly...
by Cool Mom Team | Books for Adults
When a newly-pregnant woman asks me for advice (okay, it’s not like it happens all the time, but it does happen), I have but one gem to share: Don’t tell anyone what you’re thinking of naming the baby. It doesn’t matter if you’re thinking...
by Cool Mom Team | Toys + Playthings
As a young girl, I was a die-hard collector of lifelike plastic horse models and gear, but the best accessory of them all was my wooden stable, lovingly handmade by my grandfather and accurate in every detail. Black Beauty was thrilled with his lavish digs. If...
by Cool Mom Team | Storage + Organization
Even though my ever-supportive editors, Liz and Kristen, would never call me on it, I’m definitely off my game as I adjust to life with three kids. [Ed note: You’re doing great, Julie!] I have difficulty remembering to take my daily vitamin, let alone...
by Cool Mom Team | Family Travel
I’m a firm believer that well-behaved children should also be allowed in restaurants that don’t encourage them to color on the tables. But if you’re willing to take that leap, then it’s up to you to keep the kids occupied in ways that...
by Cool Mom Team | Toys + Playthings
My three-year-old must always be doing something with her hands – coloring, painting, or her current favorite, going through my entire jewelry box. Twice on a good day. So, when I saw these Maple Landmark Lace-A-Shapes I figured it was worth a try to save my...
by Cool Mom Team | Uncategorized
I’ve definitely had several registry regrets, like my high chair for example – that ugly, cumbersome, "good for only 2 years maybe" high chair. Not one of my finer decisions. But at least I have an excuse for that choice because back then, there...
by Cool Mom Team | Cards + Stationery
As the mom of two little ones these days, I’m probably not going to go overboard with the Easter baskets. But the fantastic Easter tags from Tattered Tags, a paper shop owned by designer Brooke Campbell, almost make me want to. These vintage-style, hand cut...
