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6 Tooth fairy gifts for kids getting ready to lose teeth faster than that little winged collector can keep up.
You know that time your kid turns 6 (or 5 or 7) and suddenly they start losing a whole slew of teeth in what feels like five minutes? That's what's going on in my house right now, as my daughter yanks out tooth after tooth. Seriously, this kid is proactive in the...
Could the new toddler bedding from Aden + Anais keep your kid in bed longer? Hey, we’ll try anything.
I have a four-year-old. And in spite of putting him to sleep in his own bed each night, I wake up to his sweet little face beside me in my bed almost every single morning. I'm okay with that, but I am ready for whatever magical solution may keep him in his own bed...
Moms, be good to yourself today. That’s your gift.
Today's rules: 1. If you're a kid, don't forget to take care of your mom. 2. If you're a mom, don't forget to take care of yourself. 3. That mess in the living room/kids' room/kitchen/front hallway? It can wait. Ideally until someone else realizes it's their job...
Little Bellwoods toys: The smaller the creatures, the bigger the awww…
My kids have a penchant for falling in love with tiny things. I can't blame them; I'm the very same way. The smaller and cuter a toy happens to be, the more we all adore it. So how could we resist the heart-meltingly adorable creations over at the Little Bellwoods...
Change for Good: Helping new moms in need is as easy as a diaper change.
I found out today that 30 percent of moms living below the poverty line can't afford the diapers they need for their babies. As in, sometimes their kids have to wear the same diaper all day long because that's all they have. I shouldn't be entirely surprised when you...
20 funny Mother’s Day cards, because laughter is the best way to forget about stretch marks. If only briefly.
Each year for the last few years, we've been tracking down our favorite funny Mother's Day cards. Of course humor is subjective, but I always try to stay away from the cards that reduce her to a laundress/cook/taxi driver. Also all the MILF jokes because...yeah. She's...
5 brilliant food bar ideas ideas for Mother’s Day entertaining that can be made last minute.
My favorite part of any holiday is the food, and Mother's Day is no exception. What I want most this year is to sit around the table with family eating and laughing. One of my new favorite ways to make everybody happy, including me, the cook, is to set up one of these...
7 smart, surprising ways to help you cut your spending right now
It's probably no surprise that I have a penchant for shopping, but for about the last six months in particular, I've actually been trying to cut back, seeing as how we've now got braces, and summer camp, and hopefully a family vacation to save for. I'm not an...
We’re Pregnant by Todd Parr: A funny, free ebook for new moms that gives back to kids in need
If you've parented toddlers, you're probably familiar with Todd Parr's children's books, and his distinctively child-like illustrations. Well, my interest was piqued when I found out about his free new ebook that happens to be for parents this time. Add the fact that...
The best beauty tips from my mother — and the other beautiful women in my life.
Beauty is a delicate thing to talk about, especially as a mom raising girls. I want my girls to feel great about themselves no matter what; but I can't deny that beauty is a part of our society -- whether you define that as simply putting yourself together like you...
Please and Carrots – a baby toy subscription box that’s all about developmental milestones.
You buy all sorts of toys to fill the nursery while prepping for baby, then they start to grow and you find yourself wondering which toys are right for them and for which developmental milestones. Those long aisles full of very brightly colored toys at the store can...
How to wear skinny jeans without flaunting a muffin top. No Spanx required…maybe.
I'll be honest that after having four kids, I wasn't sure I'd ever be adding skinny jeans to my wardrobe. While I eventually lost the baby weight (well, most of it anyway), the extra skin made me feel self-conscious. But with some careful shopping and lots of trial...
Stella Brings the Family: A Mother’s Day book that every kid should read.
Mother's Day may be one of our favorite holidays for obvious reasons, but it's also obvious that not all kids have a mother living in their family. For young kids in this situation, this can be a difficult time, especially in school when kids may be asked to make...
Online shopping: One of our favorite #UnguiltyPleasures
Next up in our series of #UnguiltyPleasures (you did catch us confessing all our binge watching secrets, right?) is online shopping. And yes, that's probably kind of obvious considering what we do here at Cool Mom Picks. But we just love how little treats for yourself...
Making mom queen for a day. At least in her bathroom.
There are plenty of online retailers (and PR emails in our inbox) declaring, "Find your mom the perfect gift this Mother's Day!" Turns out they're talking everything from hair color to bathing suits. But one site that I think totally delivers on the suggestion: The...
7 of the best DIY teacher gift ideas to make gift cards more personal
Back in December, when we asked teachers for the Best Teacher Gift Ideas, by far the most cherished gift mentioned was a handwritten note or card from their students. Just a few words to let them know that all their hard work made a difference to our kids; according...
18 of the most fabulous Mother’s Day printables for last-minute thoughts that still count a lot
When it comes to showing moms our unending appreciation for all the hard work they've put in for us over the years—especially now that we get it a little better ourselves—we always want to make Mother's Day incredibly special. And yet, sometimes...we get a little...
Wearing your baby with even more style, thanks to 4 cool baby carriers.
One of the main reasons I always loved babywearing -- besides having both hands free, which is the clear winner -- is that cool baby carriers can be a stylish way for new moms to accessorize, especially when we're not always feeling so fabulous in our regular clothes....
The Girl’s Guide to DIY Fashion: Sew (ahem) much fun
By the time I learned how to sew, I was already a mama of two and trying to fit what little sewing ability I had acquired into what little time I had to spare. Needless to say, my output wasn't exactly abundant. If only I'd learned how to sew as a child I would have...
Exclusive first look at the modern Stokke Home furniture that grows with your kids
My 7-year-old daughter cannot wait for a little sister to join our family . . . and her bedroom, which I have to admit, it’s been tricky trying to find furniture that will mix a big kid look with the needs of an infant, but not any more. We're excited to give you guys...
Say thank you with these yummy edible gifts for Teacher Appreciation Day.
It's May (eep!) and the school year is almost over. Even though my kids' teachers deserve my thanks every day, I especially want to make them feel loved on Teacher Appreciation Day which is May 5, by the way. I always say that the best gifts are the ones you wouldn't...