Wait, So All Drummers Aren’t White?

Wait, So All Drummers Aren’t White?

As a woman of mixed heritage, I’ve often wondered how topromote diversity in our home when most of my toddler’s toys and clothes feature white folks–you know, because all farmers, ballerinas andmusicians are white. Right. That’s why I love the...
Baby Wears Barley

Baby Wears Barley

Organic is all the rage these days. Even the big bad box stores are getting into it. The two Williams sisters behind Spunky Sprout, however, jumped on that commendable bandwagon years ago with their environmentally friendly online baby tee boutique. The Spunky Sprout...
Get Twiggy WIth It

Get Twiggy WIth It

Crayolas Schmayolas. The coolest crayons are rough-hewn, organic and free from political bs (like calling a peachy-tan color, "flesh").Inntrax Twig Crayons are certified non-toxic, and handmade in Poland from from discarded twigs. They’ve got a cool...
Now It’s Easy Bein’ Green

Now It’s Easy Bein’ Green

We here at Cool Mom Picks are all about being kind to the environment. But trying to live that way can be a challenge, particularly in you live in a not-so-green state like I do. I’m so glad I found Emerald Market, a new shopping blog from Karen Walrond (of...
Nothing Comes Between Me and My VedaBABY

Nothing Comes Between Me and My VedaBABY

Cool Mom Picks has yet to determine our version of five stars or two thumbs up but whatever it is, VedaBABY has earned it in spades. Created by top Manhattan pediatrician Nathalie Geary, this totally natural skincare collection combines modern pediatric science with...
Have a Tres Chic Earth Day

Have a Tres Chic Earth Day

Hey, we kind of like the environment. You know, since it lets us breathe and eat and all that kind of stuff. But at the same time, we’re moms, and we know that while we want the earth to be around for a very long time, we still need things to be reasonably...
Erin Go Organic

Erin Go Organic

While I have seen a pint of Guiness served as a three course meal, you might want to consider some other options for your St. Patty’s Day fare. Kathleen at Diamond Organics has prepared several tasty Irish meals that you are sure to enjoy. Her shepherd’s...