While I wouldn't recommend handing a baby a spicy tuna roll to keep him entertained in the stroller, I might if it's made out of cardboard. The brand new sushi touch-and-feel stroller cards are beyond adorable (more so than the box would…
Have you ever given an infant or toddler a paper book only to have returned to you in one mushy mess? Thanks to Wee Gallery's organic soft book , we found a beautiful solution last year. And now there are 3 modern, colorful new soft book…
When Liz got back from her Disney World trip, she laughed about the ubiquitous turkey leg that seemed to be everywhere. Which is probably why I can't get over the sheer awesomeness of this handmade rattle. Yes, it's a rattle in the shape…
So I'm a sucker for everything handmade with a nerd-chic pop culture reference built in. It's like three of my favorite things all in one glorious, slightly weird package. And the handmade finger puppets from Abbey Christine fit the bill…
Last week, I realized I forgot to grab a calendar for the new year when I glanced over to check the date on my desk and saw nothing but a gaping hole where the 2011 calendar once stood. Though I know I could grab a majorly discounted '12…
If you are looking for a balance bike for your eager-to-ride toddler or preschooler, get ready to weigh your options because in the past, we've found great eco friendly balance bikes made of birch and ones made in a lightweight, long-las…
Ready to put an end to the old question about how one man can defeat 10 ninjas? Well if he's a pirate in the hands of a very good checker player, it's not only possible, it's likely. The pirates vs ninjas checkerboard from Brooklyn artis…
Today is a great day to spend a few moments talking to the kids about our U.S. presidents and their important contributions to society. But with these cool presidential blocks, you can have that conversation all the way to Election Day a…
We've seen plenty of soft books for babies, but none quite like the ones from this Etsy artist. Let's just say your J Crew catalog may now be safe from that adorable baby stage when your playful little angel mimcs reading magazines just …
For years we've been putting together some of the best ideas for Valentines gifts for kids. So instead of making you do the work, we've dug through our archives for some of our favorite kids' Valentines gift ideas that you can still orde…
I spent a good portion of my childhood coloring, drawing and creating and was very proud of what my mother assured me was some serious talent. I can't even imagine how excited I would have been if she then had one of my creations turned …
My kids inherited a rocking horse that's all bells and whistles--it whinnies, neighs, clip-clops, and plays some sort of country song. I'm pretty sure it says "yeehaw," too, which doesn't really make sense. It's too much, even for them. …
I am all about empowering girls. Especially when it seems like so many media messages out there do just the opposite. So I'm glad to find some handmade girl power on Etsy. The Super Girl doll is handcrafted goodness to the tune of braide…
Owls are some seriously cool animals. They have big eyes, they're nocturnal, and they "whoo." They're also the requisite cute kids motif of the decade, which you know if you're an avid Cool Mom Picks reader. You know what's cooler than a…
I grew up playing with muñecas de trapo (rag dolls ) so when I saw the new modern doll line by Cool Mom Pick favorite Petit Collage I was instantly smitten. They're just like the dolls I grew up with -- except that, well, they're not exa…
Open ended coloring books are simply divine. They give children (and adults--I admit, I love to color!) just enough of a prompt to get things going. The finished pages from your kids are pure magic. In the case of My Beastly Book of Sill…
Well of course you all know we already love Martha Stewart Living , but we now have an extra- special thing for the February issue, since you'll find Cool Mom Picks in it. What a huge, huge thrill for us! Check page 30 for our tips from …
At Cool Mom Picks, we've always been big advocates of the 'Tis better to give than to receive thing, especially around the holidays. So we decided it would be a fun holiday treat to say thank you to our amazing subscribers with a week's …
Santa has three stockings to fill here, and I'm sure it's a tough job trying to find the perfect not-junky/not-too-expensive little trinkets. Especially when the mama of these children is also eco-minded and prefers open-ended creativity…
My kids are what you might call serious artists. No they aren't selling their paintings for thousands, they just can't leave the house without a bunch of arts and crafts stuff --just in case inspiration hits in the minivan, I suppose. Fo…
I love living in Boston, but every once in a while something so great comes along that it gives me serious New York envy. The Moomah NYC creative arts cafe is one of those things. But for those of us not within taxi distance of their org…
My twin 9-month-old daughters were just diagnosed with asthma (and) I'm having a really hard time finding hypoallergenic stuffed animals. Do you have any ideas or tips? Thanks! -Heidi As a fellow asthmatic, I totally understand the need …
I admit it: I'm a fan of pretty much every one of those daily-deals sites. Hand me an exclusive membership to sweet deals on designer merch and I get a little thrill. And this new site totally supersizes that thrill in the coolest way po…
I never mean to, but I occasionally have a weird mind slip and underestimate the power of simplicity. When a package arrived in the mail from Gween , bearing six pieces of pretty, shiny wood meant to put together into a windmill shape, I…