Cool Mom Picks
  • Shop
    • Favorite Stores
    • Sales + Deals
    • Gifts for Moms
    • Gifts for Dads
    • Toys & Games
    • Style
    • Fashion
    • Beauty
    • Birthday Gifts
    • Books for Kids
    • Books for Adults
    • Kid Style
    • Baby Gifts
    • Art + Decor
    • Back to School
    • Holiday Gifts
  • Gift Guides
    • Holiday Gifts
    • Gifts for Kids 1-19
    • Gifts for Teens
    • Gifts for Moms
    • Gifts for Dads
    • Baby Gifts
    • Gifts for Grads
    • Valentine’s Gifts
    • Easter Gifts
    • Halloween
    • Back to School
  • Deals of the Week
  • Earn Gift Cards
  • Family
    • Tweens + Teens
    • Kids + Baby
    • College
  • Food
  • Subscribe!
Select Page
5 tips for getting back into the workplace after kids… and finding balance after you do: Tips from Samantha Ettus

5 tips for getting back into the workplace after kids… and finding balance after you do: Tips from Samantha Ettus

by Cool Mom Team | Spawned Podcast, Tips + Tricks

As many moms who have done it before (including us!) can attest, re-entering the workforce after taking time off for kids, whether it’s been six months or sixteen years, is no easy feat. You may have taken a break from your career for personal reasons, financial...
The hilarity and terror of raising teens: Tips + humor to get you through it | Spawned Ep 52

The hilarity and terror of raising teens: Tips + humor to get you through it | Spawned Ep 52

by Liz Gumbinner | Spawned Podcast

Today we’re speaking with humorist, best-selling author and actual real-life teacher Robert Wilder about raising teens! We first discovered his hilarious Daddy Needs a Drink way back in the early CMP days, and we’ve been fans ever since. Break up your day...
Chatting with Lisa Loeb about why kids music doesn’t actually suck | Spawned ep 51

Chatting with Lisa Loeb about why kids music doesn’t actually suck | Spawned ep 51

by Cool Mom Team | Spawned Podcast

If you think kids’ music is the stuff that makes you want to jab forks into your ears, then you need to listen to the latest episode of Spawned with Kristen + Liz, featuring the one-and-only Lisa Loeb! This indie alt rocker sensation turned mom of two and kindie...
A fun interview with Anne Holton, wife of Tim Kaine, about parenting, politics + funny tweets | Spawned ep 50

A fun interview with Anne Holton, wife of Tim Kaine, about parenting, politics + funny tweets | Spawned ep 50

by Cool Mom Team | Spawned Podcast

This week on Spawned with Kristen + Liz, it’s our golden anniversary, and we’re extraordinarily thrilled to be joined by an incredibly special guest, Anne Holton, wife of  Senator Tim Kaine, the Democratic candidate for Vice President. But wow, Anne is a...
The worst TV shows for kids with Wendi Aarons | Spawned episode 49

The worst TV shows for kids with Wendi Aarons | Spawned episode 49

by Cool Mom Team | Spawned Podcast

On this week’s episode of Spawned with Kristen and Liz, we’re chatting with humorist and writer Wendi Aarons about one of the most popular posts she wrote on Cool Mom Picks: The 9 worst television shows for kids. Wow, did people have a lot to say about...
Hey sexist Olympic journalists: We’re watching you. | Spawned episode 48

Hey sexist Olympic journalists: We’re watching you. | Spawned episode 48

by Cool Mom Team | Spawned Podcast

This week on Spawned with Kristen + Liz, we’re talking about the rampant sexist media coverage of the Rio Olympics — and beyond — and why, as parents, it particularly bugs us and needs addressing. Take a listen as we discuss the craziest headlines,...
What the hell is a backpack fairy? The back to school episode. | Spawned episode 47

What the hell is a backpack fairy? The back to school episode. | Spawned episode 47

by Cool Mom Team | Spawned Podcast

This week on Spawned with Kristen + Liz we’re talking back to school! It’s awesome! And yet…it’s exhausting! Take a listen as we commiserate, laugh, offer helpful tips, and gawk at the most insane first day of school traditions that we found on...
The magic art of tidying twice a year: Spawned Episode 46

The magic art of tidying twice a year: Spawned Episode 46

by Kristen Chase | Spawned Podcast

If you’ve already watched all the Rio Olympics replays and you need a little entertainment, here’s our newest Spawned episode. On this episode on Spawned with Kristen and Liz, we tackle the topic of life with mess. How do you deal with your kids’...
Controversy over little girls and bikinis, and the new summer camp debate | Spawned episodes 44 + 45

Controversy over little girls and bikinis, and the new summer camp debate | Spawned episodes 44 + 45

by Cool Mom Team | Spawned Podcast

If you’ve already binge-watched the entirety of OITNB and you’re looking for a little entertainment, we’ve got you covered with two episodes of Spawned! And yes, that’s kind of a pun. On the recent episode of Spawned with Kristen +...
Getting real with Jenna + Bodhi Elfman about parenting and relationships after kids | Spawned Episode 41

Getting real with Jenna + Bodhi Elfman about parenting and relationships after kids | Spawned Episode 41

by Liz Gumbinner | Spawned Podcast

Well this is a good one, Spawned podcast fans! In our newest episode of Spawned with Kristen + Liz, we’re getting real about relationships and parenting with two very special guests, Jenna and Bodhi Elfman. (Yes, that Jenna and Bodhi Elfman.) Beyond being famous...
15 simple, possibly unexpected ways parents can connect with their tween or teen

15 simple, possibly unexpected ways parents can connect with their tween or teen

by Cool Mom Team | Spawned Podcast, Tips + Tricks

We all heard that raising tweens and teens are hard, but now, here we are ourselves with a few on our hands, and doing our best to navigate the challenges of parenting them. Whether you’re in the throes of it yourself, are approaching it rapidly, or just want to...
Young moms vs old moms: The new phase of the mommy wars? | Spawned podcast episode 41

Young moms vs old moms: The new phase of the mommy wars? | Spawned podcast episode 41

by Cool Mom Team | Spawned Podcast

Thank you so much for all of your tweets, emails, DMs and as Liz would say, “letters,” asking whether we were okay. YES we are okay! And after a brief hiatus, we’re so happy to be back with a new episode of Spawned with Kristen + Liz, and it’s...
«<20212223242526>»
Best gifts for teens | cool mom picks
Best Baby Shower Gifts 2024 | Cool Mom Picks
Best Gifts for Kids by Age | Cool Mom Picks Ultimate Birthday Gift Guide

Categories

The Cool Mom Picks Network

Cool Mom Picks Editor tips:
Info@CoolMomPicks.com

Ads + Partnership Inquiries:
Stefan@CoolMomPicks.com

Affiliate Inquiries:
Affiliates@CoolMomPicks

Other Questions;
Info@CoolMomPicks.com

 

Just FYI

  • Legal
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
You can change your choices at any time by clicking here.
  • About Cool Mom Picks
  • Subscribe
  • Press
  • TV Appearances
  • Contact
  • Advertise with Us
  • Facebook
  • X
  • Instagram
  • RSS
© 2006 - 2025 Cool Mom Picks, LLC. All rights reserved.