More coolness from recent weeks…
A terrific new online encyclopedia for kids that will help answer all those kid questions.
I want to answer my kids' questions and help them with their homework, but I can't always drop everything to help them find the answer rightthisverysecondplease--nor do I want my younger ones doing a Google search on their own. Instead, I'm thrilled to...
Move over cronut, we’ve got 5 epic dessert recipe mashups you can make at home
The cronut, a dessert made by frying croissant dough like a donut, set off a nationwide phenomenon in 2013, when Time magazine also named Dominique Ansel's creation one of the best inventions of the year. Having had one, I can tell you that the cronut is worthy of the...
The Pinterest feed changes: How to see more of what you want to see. And why you’ll never see all of it.
Over the past few months, the most beloved social media site among the bloggers we know and trust, Pinterest, has made some notable changes that have us all scratching our heads. It started with Pinterest querying us on our interests last year, which was soon...
Bucketfeet shoes bring real artwork to kids’ feet. Eh, walls have been done.
My son has doodled on the wall, the table, and an ottoman -- by accident, of course -- so we continue to remind him that markers are for paper. But what happens when he enters the inevitable drawing-on-shoes phase of childhood? If your child is looking to make a...
It’s here! Our first big Ultimate Birthday Party Gift Guide!
We are so excited to launch our brand new, first ever Ultimate Birthday Party Gift Guide, featuring more than 100 of the coolest birthday gifts for kids of all ages. Whoo! Over the years, we've been asked a zillion times (not even exaggerating there) for kids'...
Found it! The perfect search-and-find books for preschoolers.
Bright, fun, and very, very easy, the new oversized search-and-find books Animal Fun Search & Find and Fairy Tale Search & Find by Stephanie Hinton are absolutely charming me. And my preschoolers. They're perfect for kids who are too young to find Waldo,...
Klean Kanteen, now insulated for keeping that extra-hot macchiato extra-hot on the go
Along with so many other parents, we're longtime fans of the cult favorite, eco-friendly, stainless steel water bottles from Klean Kanteen. They give us confidence in the "not killing our kids" department, and do a great job of making our water tasting like water,...
8 easy slow cooker dinner recipes to help beat those long winter nights
It may not be frigid everywhere, but I think it’s safe to say that plenty of us are winter weary and as done with cooking as we are with gloves with scarves. This last stretch of the cold weather (and the exhausting lack of daylight) is a perfect time to let your...
Cardboard food truck playhouses for kids just not satisfied with the same old cottages and castles.
We've seen lots of awesome cardboard playhouses over the years, from European village squares to castles to pirate ships. We even featured OTO's gorgeously designed ice cream truck playhouse when it was a mere Indiegogo fundraising campaign, and now we're thrilled to...
My Little Pony shoes for kids are here. And like friendship, they are magic
With a seven-year-old who has yet to outgrow the My Little Pony obsession, I've conceded. All things being equal, I realize I'd rather her hide in her room with her friends role-playing stories about friendship and teamwork than whatever it is other cartoons are...
Sponsored Message: GiftedandTalented.com gives kids the extra educational boost they need
This is a sponsored message from GiftedandTalented.com For parents with advanced learners, it can be tough to know how to meet their academic needs and keep them challenged. Whether you're looking to give yours an educational boost or want to provide them with the...
5 creative photo gifts for baby showers. All guaranteed to last longer than a bottle warmer.
Photo gifts for baby showers can be a win even before the little one arrives. It's just so personal and thoughtful, and hey, if you're going to go off the registry, might as well really go off the registry. So we've looked around to find some of the most creative...
Oscars jewelry: Steal these celeb necklaces for a steal.
Well, we can't all be 6-foot tall without heels, look ravishing in our zillion-dollar size zero custom designer gown, and play dress-up with some borrowed jewels that we could hock to put our kids through 35 semesters of college. At least not every day. So I love...
Sponsored Message: The Minecraft Gameband now at select Microsoft Stores. Cue the squealing from your kids.
This is a sponsored message from Gameband + Minecraft If you've got a Minecraft lover in your house, it's now easier than ever to get your hands on the wildly popular Gameband + Minecraft. Literally. Because now it's as close as your local Microsoft store,...
Clever personalized plates that let kids play with their food the fashionable way.
Parents of picky eaters, rejoice! The solution to your dinnertime drama might be as simple as a personalized plate... and a cookie cutter. Little Me personalized plates and dress-up cutters for kids are designed to inspire creativity with food, but I've found them to...
52 of the Oscar nominees, in their own words
On Cool Mom Tech today, we covered the big honkin' official Oscars site, which has, among other things, a really cool feature worth browsing should you want to kill a few minutes today: 52 Oscar nominees sharing their stories, briefly, through questionnaires. From...
Beautiful new muslin baby blankets, for a new generation of peacefully sleeping babies
New moms now have more baby blankets to choose from than babies have reason to cry. But the cool, mom-owned label, Lulujo that's new to the US from Canada, has really caught my eye with gorgeous, affordable muslin baby blankets and other gift-worthy swaddling...
Tips and tricks for throwing the best Oscar party, serving the best food and drinks, and making off with the Oscars pool.
Sunday night is Oscar Night! Or as so many of us think of it, Oscar party night. So I've scoured the web for some easy Oscars party tips and printables, because it's the perfect excuse to get together with friends, dish on the dresses, talk through the technical...
The 2015 Oscar nominees, now funnier than ever
This year was a pretty serious year for the Oscar nominating committee, if you consider the likes of Selma, Gone Girl, Birdman...you get the picture. Or pictures. But of course, there are always clever artists out there willing to take the gravity down a...
VIDA scarves by Karen Walrond: Gorgeous photos brought to life around your neck
We always love sharing awesome style collaborations between artists and cool companies, but even better when it's a friend, like the amazing author and photographer Karen Walrond, who's launched a line of VIDA scarves. We've known Karen and her outstanding work for...
7 outrageously creative, A-list popcorn recipes that are Oscars night approved
Whether you’ll be watching the Oscars with friends, snuggled up with family, or all by yourself, these 6 creative popcorn recipes are the perfect Oscars viewing snack. Or anything viewing snack, really. Move over fake butter topping, more fabulous dresses...uh, I...