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Taking the stress out of the college application process | Spawned Ep 237

Taking the stress out of the college application process | Spawned Ep 237

by Cool Mom Staff | Podcast

It’s kind of crazy to think we started this site writing about cool swaddles and baby carriers, and now we’re thinking about…college applications. (Insert sobbing emoji x 100000.) And yes, it’s stressful. So we turned to one of the most...
Rene Syler on speaking up and speaking out about racism and racial injustice | Spawned Ep 236

Rene Syler on speaking up and speaking out about racism and racial injustice | Spawned Ep 236

by Cool Mom Staff | Podcast

No sooner did we all feel the relief of the George Floyd verdict last week, that even more Black Americans were needlessly shot and killed by police officers. It’s upsetting, it’s infuriating, it’s terrifying. And we all need speak up and work toward...
3 cool ways to turn memories into art for Mother’s Day

3 cool ways to turn memories into art for Mother’s Day

by Cool Mom Staff | Tips + Tricks

As moms ourselves, we can say that photos gifts for Mother’s Day are one of our favorite gift ideas, especially these days when so many of the pics of our kids (and with our kids) are sitting on our phones or hard drives. That’s why we’re so excited...
Empowering tweens and teens with books, with author Helena Dahlgren | Spawned Episode 235

Empowering tweens and teens with books, with author Helena Dahlgren | Spawned Episode 235

by Cool Mom Staff | Podcast

By now, you know that we’re pretty big book fans here at Cool Mom Picks, so we always jump at the chance to talk about them, and to their authors. This time, we’re so thrilled to chat with an author of books for older kids like ours, and ones that have...
Why parents need a laugh right now (and a little something to help with that).

Why parents need a laugh right now (and a little something to help with that).

by Cool Mom Staff | Books for Adults

So, how about 2021, parents? It’s been a pretty rough year (which we know, understatement of the century), and well, let’s just say, we could use a laugh. We could also use a few other things too (cough hugging friends cough), but for now, a good hearty...
Can you really be a feminist dad? Jordan Shapiro on fatherhood, masculinity, and gender roles in parenting. | Spawned 232

Can you really be a feminist dad? Jordan Shapiro on fatherhood, masculinity, and gender roles in parenting. | Spawned 232

by Cool Mom Staff | Books for Adults, Podcast

While we love all of our Spawned guests, there are some interviews that truly reshape our views on parenting. That’s just how we feel about this chat with global education expert Jordan Shapiro. He changed our views on kids and technology thanks to his...
“Just embrace the Janet Jackson rule” and other tips for supporting women in the workplace.| Spawned Episode 231

“Just embrace the Janet Jackson rule” and other tips for supporting women in the workplace.| Spawned Episode 231

by Cool Mom Staff | Books for Adults, Podcast

What is the “Janet Jackson rule” exactly? Let’s just say it could really help you succeed in your career (and has nothing to do with wardrobe malfunctions that were entirely the fault of a guy but that’s another story). If you’re a...
“Back in the Burbs” is self-care in the form of laughter

“Back in the Burbs” is self-care in the form of laughter

by Cool Mom Staff | Books for Adults

The world is a little overwhelming these days (understatement of the year, right?) and sometimes we just need to kick back, chill out, and as a wise songwriter once sang, forget about life for a while. Oh, and laugh. More laughing please! PLEASE. One way to do all of...
Why this long-range baby monitor is sure to be a registry favorite.

Why this long-range baby monitor is sure to be a registry favorite.

by Cool Mom Staff | Baby

This is a sponsored message from Panasonic When you’re a new parent, you just want to know everything is okay with the baby. Pretty much, all the time of course, but especially when you’re not in the room together. That’s why the Panasonic Long Range Baby...
How to show up for yourself and your friends, especially during pandemic times | Spawned Episode 230

How to show up for yourself and your friends, especially during pandemic times | Spawned Episode 230

by Cool Mom Staff | Podcast

We’ve talked a lot about self care these days, and our need for our community and village (hello, We Time project), but… we haven’t actually put the concepts together, even though they are most certainly intertwined. That’s where our guest,...
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