You've got to admit, it helps motivate the kids to get outside and active when you have cool backyard swings for them to play with. My own kids have all enjoyed hanging out on some new swings we've installed to update the old swing set. …
That first Mother's Day is so special, and if you're looking for a wonderful Mother's Day gift for a new mom, these ideas should make her day. From thoughtful jewelry to commemorate the year, to a first family portrait, to luxiurious pam…
Journaling is a proven self-care activity with meaningful benefits, and this beautifully packaged Self-Care Gift Box from Silk & Sonder is a lovely start that we're so happy to have found. It includes a 30-day illustrated wellness planne…
I shared Skura Style anti-microbial sponges when they first launched in 2018, and I'm still a subscriber who recommends them all the time . They are the best. B-E-S-T. As someone who hates housework , Skura Sponges actually make me like …
Welcome to today's Daily Question! Today, we're thinking about housework, which has disproportionately fallen on women and mothers, regardless of employment status. However by many accounts, that's starting to change. So tell us, what's …
I just got a peek at the new Mandalorian Grogu Crocs and whew! Get ready for kids everywhere to be begging for them. It's easily going to be among the hottest kidswear of the summer . Some sales may generate a small commission to help su…
Welcome to today's Daily Question! Today we want to know your views on the issue every parent seems to talking about these days. There are no wrong answers, just your opinion. So tell us... [poll id="4"] Feel free to elaborate in the com…
The best ABC songs for kids is such a fun topic for me to write about, and I'm so happy that Cool Mom Picks asked me to share my favorites. For my band, Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could , rock ‘n’ roll is just like the ABCs. It…
We're so happy to bring back our Daily Question! Thanks to you and all of your input, it's now a whole lot easier to tell us what you think. Today, we've got music on the brain! So we're wondering... [poll id="2"] Check back each weekday…
Jim Henson Idea Man starts streaming to Disney + subscribers on May 31, but since no one I know can wait that long, it's a good thing that the Jim Henson Idea Man trailer just launched. The original documentary is directed by Ron Howard,…
A reader and friend asked for some Rent the Runway alternatives for from dress rentals, on behalf of her daughter who's currently prom dress shopping. She pointed out that today's teens are so eco-conscious , that many would prefer not t…
While this DIY crown and tiara kit from SuperSmalls is designed for kids, it reminds me of the homemade Mother's Day crowns, jewelry boxes, necklaces, and other sparkly gifts my kids made me when they were young. The kit makes it so easy…
Among the most popular Mother's Day gifts now and forever are self-care gifts for moms. (And grandmas and stepmoms of course.) We are all increasingly aware that moms are working harder and longer than ever before , often juggling paid w…
Earth Day is a time to celebrate our wonderful planet with our planet, and these Earth Day books for kids present the perfect opportunity to nurture our children's love for nature and environmental awareness. If you're unsure where to be…
We've always been fans of custom family portrait art, as a creative personalized gift that celebrates all the people you love. We're huge fans of photo gifts of all kinds including , of course, photo books . But if you want to get a litt…
While looking at all the amazing new toys and gifts out this year to include in our new and improved Ultimate Birthday Gift Guide (it's on its way!), I came across this just wonderful Shapes of Emotions social-emotional learning toy . It…
It’s officially Earth Month, which means it’s a great time to pick up some new books about climate and having conversations about preserving our planet for the next generation -- whether you're a hardcore environmentalist or just a compa…
We've officially hit that stage of mid-April when the weather is warm everywhere, and we're trying to get the kids to play outside more. While browsing for some cool new outdoor toys for kids, I came across an awesome program: One of our…
With April being Financial Literacy Month, it's a great opportunity to share an age-by-age guide to teaching kids about money. After all, it's one of the most important things we need to teach our kids -- it impacts every one of us for o…
This Earth Month happened to be the perfect time for us to stumble on Skout Organic, as a lot of us are thinking about how to get more plant-based foods into our family's bellies. So why not start with the lunch box ? We recently tried t…
Several years ago, we wrote a lengthy post explaining what libraries do , and advocating for their funding. Wth this being National Library Week, at a time that there is an inarguable war on public libraries in the U.S. I thought I'd sha…
With Earth Month here and Earth Day coming up, we wanted to share a fantastic deal from Planet Box , the company making the incredible bento-style lunch boxes and earth-friendly reusable lunch accessories that we've been recommending for…
There's a whole lot going on in April: Tax Day, Earth Day , and the first full month of baseball season. And this year, there's something extra special coming up -- the 20th anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day. Poking around for something…
After seeing ads for Mott & Bow denim in my Instagram feed for a while, a friend insisted that I had to check them out. I did! And I ordered! Turns out the brand isn't only legit, they're beloved by a ton of fashion editors, they have cu…
