Just out in the US from French author Fani Marceau is a new favorite picture book that I expect will become a permanent fixture on many kids' bookshelves: In This Book . It features the kind of repetitive structure that really appeals to…
We are thrilled that Martha Stewart is again shining a spotlight on those gifted American makers who brings us so many gorgeous items to decorate our homes, dress our babies, and beautify our lives through the 2014 American Made awards .…
As the chill starts to hit the air and the sweaters come out from the back of the closet around here, that means it's almost time for DIY leaf crafts for kids. Or hey, maybe you've already started? (Hey, Minnesota!) While there's no shor…
How many times have you heard "Just meal plan!" when you groan about the never-ending responsibility of feeding your family night after night? But time constraints, logistics, or the fact that organizing ahead isn't everyone's strong sui…
Beauty subscription boxes are definitely the new black. (Aw, remember when Birchbox was the only game in town?) But as fun as it is to receive a monthly box of mini beauty products, it's frustrating when what's inside doesn't work for me…
We've always been a big fan of BabyLegs for their fun designs and ease of use. I mean, what parent wouldn't love a pair of baby leg warmers that keep those chubby little legs snug while also making diaper changes a breeze? That's why we'…
Around here we've kind of got a thing for shoes (if you haven't noticed) and so we've always loved buying shoes for our babies as much as we do shoes for ourselves. The cuteness factor is just off the charts; one look at teeny little sne…
If your kids have a thing for color and pattern and mixing and matching in ways that you would probably never consider--such as kids do--you'll want to take a look at the fun new fall line from Masala Baby . Their punchy, colorful line o…
I probably would've loved the Mother Tucker just for the name itself, but after taking it for a test run, I'm comfortable saying that every nursing mom needs to try this nursing tank right tucking now. Full disclosure: I'm not nursing ag…
Okay, so I'm going to go ahead and say it: The holidays are creeping up. I know that means half of you hate me, and the other half are like "whatever, my list is already done ." In which case, I bow to you. But if you're starting to thin…
We've featured no shortage of kid-friendly storage bins here on Cool Mom Picks, but now that my kids are getting older (sniffle), I'm in the market for a little organizational help that's a little more my taste, like these stylish storag…
It may still be on the warm side outside for some of us, but fall fashion is officially in full swing. In my kid-free days the new season meant a shopping spree was in order, but today I'm more apt to update my look with a new nail polis…
If you're like me, the hardest part about switching from plastic bags to reusable grocery bags was remembering to actually bring them, which is why this tote bag from Emily McDowell (love her!) cracked me up. Of course, this cute bag can…
This summer I mapped out fun crafts to do with my kids every week, and we completed exactly zero of them. It might be because I pinned things like build a lap-sized loom and learn to weave . I'm still not giving up on making beautiful, m…
Packing lunches is one of my least favorite parts of the back-to-school grind, but I think these quirky reusable lunch bags from Etsy shop Oh Little Rabbit would make it a little more fun. The unexpected designs on these handmade, screen…
Apples come to mind first when most people think of fall fruit. And yes, they are great--these six apple snack and dessert recipes are proof--but they'll also be around for a while. Right now, I'm all about seizing the moment with pears-…
Zooties animal baby booties are adorable, if you couldn't tell. Even more adorable? They have a great story that involves providing work, medical assistance, and education to women in Kyrgyzstan, who hand-craft each pair from sheep wool.…
I've been a huge fan (and friend) of Baby Loves Disco ever since I shook my groove thing at my first dance party with them back in 2006. Well, they're turning ten this year (10!), and they've got a slew of cool dance parties all around t…
Last week I wrote about the Babiators glasses and their awesome warranty, and you guys went nuts over the adorable I Wake Up Awesome t-shirt the child was wearing in the photo. Well, we like to find you what you like, so we did a little …
If you need a good reason to strap on your sneakers and get some exercise this fall, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's NYC-based Moms in Training is ready to provide you with all the motivation you need. And best of all for you new mamas…
Buying a special gift for a four-year-old is so much fun since this is the age that kids really start to show their preferences and interests. Plus, they aren't sticking every little piece into their mouths (phew) and can play independen…
I'm big into fresh pressed juice and even love whipping up fresh juice recipes for kids . It's too bad, though, that fresh juice is off limits during pregnancy when extra nutrients are always welcome, especially in a convenient sip that …
Those iconic handmade wooden crate and roller-skate-bottom scooters from the Great Depression have been retooled and re-imagined to form the fierce-looking Skate Crate , hopefully coming soon to a sidewalk near you. At least if you ask o…
When I asked my friend at the park about her water bottle and she told me it was, and I quote, the best water bottle in the world, obviously I had to know more. She introduced me to S'well , a line of insulated water bottles that keep dr…
