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A tee that celebrates nurses and supports a great cause? We’re not crying… (yes we are)

by Caroline Siegrist | Doing Good, Fashion, Kid Fashion

I’ve lost count of all the times that healthcare workers have brought me to tears with their bravery and selflessness over the last few months. So I was thrilled to find this Everyday Hero t-shirt collection celebrating nurses, from the wonderful indie label...

5 of my favorite cute, comfy shoes on sale at Nordstrom right now.

by Liz Gumbinner | Fashion

Retail therapy is real these days for me, no apologies. But I’m not quite focused on what’s “in” right now — or not as much as usual. Just what’s comfy, cute, and will make me feel a little more put-together when I grab my get...

10 arguments to help you convince your friends and neighbors to wear a damn mask in public already.

by Liz Gumbinner | Health, Fitness + Wellbeing, Thinking : Parent, Tips + Tricks

I just read that nearly 30% of Americans sometimes, rarely, or never wear a mask in public and it makes me want to bang my head on something. Nothing too hard though, because our hospitals have been through enough and don’t need the likes of a self-inflicted...

If you’ve ever wished you could buy a single shoe…this new line of adaptive shoes from Zappos is here for you

by Caroline Siegrist | Doing Good, Fashion

I’ve been so happy to see clothing brands expanding their offerings to meet the diverse needs of their customers, whether it’s Halloween costumes for kids with special needs or adaptive clothing for kids with sensory issues. And this new Zappo’s...

HandlePop: Because we don’t want to touch those supermarket cart handles much either.

by Caroline Siegrist | Health, Fitness + Wellbeing

Update: Unfortunately this Kickstarter was cancelled in mid-July. We’ll be out shortly with some great alternatives! Anyone else feel like they’re playing high-stakes poker every time they grab a shopping cart by the handle? I know I can wipe the handle...

4 cool mask accessories to make wearing a face mask a little more comfortable

by Caroline Siegrist | Fashion, Health, Fitness + Wellbeing

If your ears ache like crazy right now, you’re doing something right, mask-wise. But good news! With these accessories, you can make wearing a face mask a whole lot more comfortable, and for glasses wearers, a whole lot less foggy. Plus, if your state is like...

KJ Dell’Antonia on how to be a happier parent in a pandemic. Is it even possible? | Spawned Ep 202

by Cool Mom Staff | Health, Fitness + Wellbeing, Podcast

This much is clear about parents right now: We’re stressed. We’re tired. We’re anxious. We’re sad. We’re coping in any way we can, all while taking care of our kids’ feelings too. So the big question is, is it selfish to want to...

10 books to help kids and teens cope with anxiety during Covid 19. Because it may be getting harder, not easier.

by Kate Etue | Books for Kids, Health, Fitness + Wellbeing

Anxiety had already been a concern for many of our kids before the Covid pandemic hit, and as we all know, the current situation isn’t helping. All of us are having to navigate an entirely new way of life right now, and it can be particularly hard on kids. Their...

These customizable face masks help support families in need.

by Kristen Chase | Health, Fitness + Wellbeing

With the CDC recommendations that we now where face masks in public, I made a few myself – no sewing involved! – and purchased a couple from a few local businesses who have pivoted their businesses during this Coronavirus pandemic. But when I saw these...

Gladskin offers quick relief from eczema, without all the harsh ingredients. And it worked for us!

by Kristen Chase | Beauty + Cosmetics

As a long time eczema sufferer myself, along with a now teen daughter who’s been battling it since she was a baby, I’ve tried and used my fair share of creams and lotions with the hopes of getting some relief. So, when I was introduced to our newest...

The world’s easiest DIY face mask tutorial, no sewing required.

by Liz Gumbinner | DIY, Health, Fitness + Wellbeing

I have spent the past week grappling with whether or not to make my own face mask and upgrade from the bandana I’ve been wearing over my mouth and nose when I head out for groceries. The thing is, I don’t sew. This post last updated April 6 with new...

Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz!

Kristen Chase + Liz Gumbinner of Cool Mom Picks

We started Cool Mom Picks in 2006 to help make life cooler, more meaningful, and more fun for parents of all kinds.

Trivia: It was called Cool Mom Sh*t for the first two days. (Yeah, we rethought that.)

We had no idea our site would grow to become a major lifestyle network, that we'd end up sharing our finds with the TODAY Show and Martha Stewart, that we'd be able to make a real difference for so many small businesses and women-run companies, or that we'd end up with an incredible community of the coolest readers on the planet. (If we do say so ourselves).

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