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These cool nature kits from Rose & Rex let kids choose their own summer adventure.

These cool nature kits from Rose & Rex let kids choose their own summer adventure.

by Caroline Siegrist | Kids, Toys + Playthings

We’ve found the cutest new children’s toy, and it includes fairy dust. Or a treasure map. What more could any child want, really? The new, cool nature kits from Rose & Rex are what little kids’ dreams are made of, packed neatly into a cute wooden...
What we think about THINX Period Underwear: An honest review, with all the details.

What we think about THINX Period Underwear: An honest review, with all the details.

by Kristen Chase | Health, Fitness + Wellbeing

After 25 years as a woman with a period, you can’t blame me for growing tired of the monthly tampon, pad, and pantyliner rotation. Sorry, no menstrual cup love from me — though I know lots of ladies love them. So, after seeing the Facebook ads for THINX...
A new detergent that really works — no more sweaty smells. (Really!)

A new detergent that really works — no more sweaty smells. (Really!)

by Kate Etue | Uncategorized

My kids have gotten to the age where they play sports year-round. Their favorite is basketball, so I don’t have as many of those irritating grass and dirt stains that you football and baseball parents have. But wow, the sweat in those jerseys… so bad that...
10 of the best glass baby bottles for Earth Day and any day.

10 of the best glass baby bottles for Earth Day and any day.

by Liz Gumbinner | Baby

With news that even Phthalate-free and BPA-free plastic baby bottles may not be all they’re cracked up to be, more parents are on the hunt for glass baby bottles. While not long ago, the idea of glass baby bottles once inspired panic in the hearts of new parents...
The Force of Nature cleaning solution: Natural cleaning supplies? You have serious competition.

The Force of Nature cleaning solution: Natural cleaning supplies? You have serious competition.

by Kate Etue | Uncategorized

My husband has a habit of calling our household cleaning supplies “chemicals” — as in, “Where are the chemicals to clean off the kitchen table?” It kind of drives me crazy because it sounds so harsh. But, of course, he’s right. So...
Creative toys for an 8 year old — no beeps, boops or batteries

Creative toys for an 8 year old — no beeps, boops or batteries

by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings

My daughter loves her screen time, that’s for sure, but lately I have been keenly aware of the other creative toys that she, as an 8 year old, really gravitates to, without any prompting from me. Or really, the toys that I realize I’m always telling her to...
Oh boy, Oh! Toys: The cool kids’ gifts you just can’t find anywhere else

Oh boy, Oh! Toys: The cool kids’ gifts you just can’t find anywhere else

by Christina Refford | Toys + Playthings

Since Cool Mom Picks started a decade ago, we’ve made it our mission to find small, independent stores that sell unique, eco-friendly, hard-to-find toys for your kids so that all you have to do is scroll and shop. My newest favorite, Oh! Toys, goes to great...
Photo Valentine’s Cards: The brilliant solution to not having sent holiday cards

Photo Valentine’s Cards: The brilliant solution to not having sent holiday cards

by Liz Gumbinner | Cards + Stationery

I learned soon after becoming a mom that there are just some years I will not get my you-know-what in order in time, to be able to send out holiday cards. New Year’s cards are a terrific alternative as we’ve suggested before, but look, holidays can be a...
The Originals: Brand New Noise handmade recording gadgets make everyone smile

The Originals: Brand New Noise handmade recording gadgets make everyone smile

by Liz Gumbinner | Kids, Toys + Playthings

My kids were in a museum gift shop with friends this summer and of everything in the store, all four spent the entire time fighting over (I mean, taking turns with) what’s best defined as a handmade voice  or music recording gadget from a cool little Brooklyn...
Mrs. Jones’ Soapbox: Natural cleaning products that, well, actually clean

Mrs. Jones’ Soapbox: Natural cleaning products that, well, actually clean

by Kate Etue | Uncategorized

I like to buy natural cleaning products and supplies as much as I can. In fact, I follow my mom’s mantra and use vinegar and water only on my hardwood floors. It’s partly because I get headaches when I walk in the door and my house smells like a hospital...
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