Hat season is upon us.
One night this week, a cold breeze wafted through the window, really for the first time, and I was struck with the horror that it's October now. And soon I would have to get the kids off to school with more than the backpacks on their backs. I'm already steeling...
When you wish upon a star
Just when I thought my daughter had sort of outgrown the wand phase, a few days ago I watched her snatch up a tulle covered one and attempt to pawn off a pointer to her younger friend. You can be the "teacher fairy", she said. Not bad, huh?But with that in mind, I...
“Cool stroller liner!” “I know.”
Last summer, my three-year-old's black car seat was always too hot and she told me so in no uncertain terms ("Hot! Too hot!"). Fast forward to next summer and I will be using a Cool Mee seat liner by Meeno Babies. The Meeno Babies car seat, stroller, or infant...
Frighteningly artful Halloween invitations
I've been thinking about having a small Halloween party for my three-year-old and her friends. Nothing elaborate. No baking required. And I'll send out the invitations on-line because who has the time to dig up everyone's actual address? Fortunately pingg, one of...
Need a gift quick? Boombini Toys is just the right size.
I can't even walk into a sprawling, mega-selection toy store without breaking into a sweat. Oh sure, they may carry some of the brands I love, or even have an organic stuffed toy tucked into a corner, but I have to weed through so many things, I'm reminded of the...
See Kai Run, be still my heart!
Deep breaths. I am in a tizzy over the new Kat shoes from See Kai Run's Smaller collection. I can see it now: My little girl's cute, chubby legs in white tights and these classic, navy Mary Jane shoes with a twist. I love the heart shape on the Kat Mary Janes carrying...
Everything is better with a gorilla
Having small children underfoot can make even the simplest task complicated and/or maddening. But did you ever think that having a gorilla around could help bring much-needed balance and tranquility to your life?Okay. Fair enough. Me neither-- until now. Everything Is...
A minimalist Halloween
While my oldest would just as soon cover herself in a head to toe costume for Halloween, my other little one would is more in the "naked baby" camp. Amazing how kids are so different. So if you've got a kiddo who's not so into the whole dressing up thing, or just need...
Babble’s 50 best design blogs for moms. Yay!
Well, what an honor to wake up to find Cool Mom Picks on Babble's List of the 50 best design blogs for moms. We are in such amazing company we can hardly stand it. Click over for 49 other blogs we know you'll adore too, including some of our own favorites.Thanks...
A mobile that really moves
It's no secret we are big fans of Houston designer Melissa Borrell, having selected her stainless steel jewelry as a 2009 Pick of the Year. But her product line extends far beyond amazing jewelry.I am thrilled to see that she has turned her talent to...