More coolness from recent weeks…
Doodle leggings: Just another reason why it’s awesome to be a kid.
I like to stock my daughter's wardrobe with lots of leggings when the weather gets cooler. She can wear them under anything from dresses to long sweaters, and they're definitely way more comfy than jeans. So, I spent a couple hours clicking through some of favorite...
Everyday Bravery Pins by Emily McDowell: Because sometimes just getting out of bed deserves a medal
There's a reason why we love artist Emily McDowell so much. She has this way of taking exactly what we're thinking and turning it into sometimes hilarious, sometimes touching quotes that turn into wonderful gifts and greeting cards. And her new Everyday Bravery Pins...
A fabulous resource for cool Halloween printables, from coloring pages to banners to party games
It's officially that time when my kids beg to decorate our door for Halloween and here come our friends from Caravan Shoppe to the rescue! Mom and graphic artist Alma Loveland -- make of the Ollieblocks we can't get enough of -- has just come out with a super...
6 super cool ways to decorate pumpkins with black Sharpie. Lazy? Or brilliant!
If you've been following our Halloween coverage this year, you won't be surprised that we've been seeking out cool Sharpie Halloween pumpkin decorating ideas. After all, we're busy! So we're all about cutting down on fuss, days of excessive pre-Halloween parental...
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Whichever social media site is your guilty pleasure du jour, we’re there, making sure you don’t miss our favorite posts on parenting, fashion, apps, recipes, deals and discounts, and random awesomeness from around the web. Plus our favorite part: we love hearing from...
Just Like Me: A book subscription box created for children of color who want to see themselves in the books they read, too.
I did the research, and in 2013, out of 3,200 children’s books published, only 93 featured African American characters. Sadly, that's even more than I had expected. And the numbers aren't much better for other races and ethnicities. Thankfully, campaigns...
Crafting with Feminism: Smashing the patriarchy with a hot glue gun.
My daughter is 10 and already bemoaning her leg hair and asking why the boy who used to be her friend now teases her mercilessly. No wonder she gravitated toward a fabulous new book the moment it landed in our mailbox. Crafting with Feminism by noted geek and author...
Sexy Halloween costumes that make you say, just..no. | Spawned 55: The Halloween episode
This week on Spawned, we are laughing so hard (truly, like, mascara-running laughing) discussing the craziest sexy costumes we've seen. Plus, more Halloween fun. Click right here to hear Kristen ranking these best of the worst ideas for "sexy" Halloween costumes from...
Fringed handbags: How to get this stylish fall trend in any budget, from $15 to…way, way more.
For the last few years, we've been loving the Navajo-inspired designs in everything from jewelry to home decor, and so it's no surprise we are big fans of the fringe trend for fall that we're seeing on gorgeous handbags from top designers to way more affordable...
Safe sleep for babies: 5 reliable sources on SIDS and more, so you can sleep better too.
In honor of SIDS Awareness Month, we're sharing five of our go-to, reliable resources on safe sleep for babies. After all, sleep is easily the topic that consumes our minds as new parents more than any other -- Are they getting enough sleep? Do I really need a...
The smartest pair of leggings your kid will ever wear.
When we say these leggings are smart, we don't just mean they hold up well after washing. Although they are well-made and do hold up to repeated washings without shrinking, fading, or losing shape, what really impresses us are the amazingly cool, creative,...
10 of the best Halloween events for kids around the country: From treats for littles to tricks for teens.
The leaves are crunchy, the air is crisp, the sky is blue, and your kids need to have fun in those adorable costumes too. So we've put together a list of we think are some of the best local Halloween events for kids all around the country. So mark your calendars for...
The Belly Art Project by Sara Blakely: A fun gift for new moms that also happens to help moms in need.
Sara Blakely has been fantastically successful helping us hide our post-baby bellies with her magical Spanx products, but now she's asking women to show off their bellies all in the name of charity. Her new book, The Belly Art Project, is a fun gift that gives back to...
16 seriously creative no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas for all of the fun, none of the pumpkin guts!
Welcome to the no-stress portion of our Halloween coverage, as we track down some of the coolest, most creative no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas that are perfect for kids. After all, for me, Halloween's swarming bats, cackling witches, and stumbling zombies provide...
A book to remind you why books make the best kids’ gifts. | Sponsored message
This is a sponsored message from Candlewick Press The much-anticipated finale of Caldecott Honoree Aaron Becker's wordless adventure trilogy is here, and kids and parents everywhere are rejoicing. Check out Return, the epic #1 New York Times bestseller and follow-up...
Your Padawan will dream of a galaxy far, far away in these rad Star Wars beds.
Good news, Star Wars fans: these are the beds you've been looking for. And the TIE Fighter desks too. This licensed Star Wars furniture collection from Rooms To Go is styled after Star Wars vehicles, and includes smart ideas like hidden drawers, and, in the case of...
6 adorably easy Halloween costumes for babies all from items they can wear again. Yay for that!
Putting together these ideas for easy Halloween costumes for babies, all featuring clothes and accessories they can wear again, wasn't just fun -- it was very personal. I know I'm not the only parent who doesn't look forward to spending a lot of time or money on a...
Dragon Gloves: The edgy new trend we’re loving for Halloween.
From the new kids' movie Pete's Dragon to Game of Thrones, dragons are getting a good rep these days. Our kids are even talking about being dragons or dragon trainers for Halloween, so when we saw that these dark, edgy dragon gloves at The Scale Maiden were trending...
We want candy! Candy temporary tattoos, that is.
Oh my yum -- we were so happy to find this new line of candy temporary tattoos. Colorful, cute, lightly scented, and utterly free of calories and cavities. The Arm Candy pack from our pals at Tattly are sure to be a favorite with your little candy gobblers. Designed...
9 great TV shows for tweens that you might not have considered
Ah, the tween years. That in-between stage when your kid is so not your baby anymore, but not yet your teenager. They start to think the sweet, educational shows they used to love are "for babies," but you're not ready to let them watch shows with teens who are often...
How to donate to Haiti relief from Hurricane Matthew: The best relief organizations on the ground right now
It was just 6 years ago that we were describing all the wonderful organizations and fundraisers that came together to support Haiti in the wake of a devastating earthquake, and now we're so heartbroken to be revisiting those resources once again. As of now, 877 people...