More coolness from recent weeks…
12 cool STEM gifts for girls. (And hey, for boys too.)
With a STEM-loving daughter (and STEAM as it's now being called by some, because yay Arts too!), you can bet I'm always on the hunt for cool STEM gifts for girls. And, while we've come a long way in the last few years, I still find that great ones can be tough to...
Mo Willems wall decals are here! (A.K.A. Don’t let the pigeon get his hands on the dry erase markers.)
Beloved children's author and illustrator, Mo Willems, has been providing my kids and me with bedtime guffaws (seriously, it's way beyond just a little tittering) since, well, since forever. So I can only imagine the kind of silliness that would ensue if we got one of...
Bunzi: A first balance bike for toddlers that doesn’t break your budget
If it's not yet clear from the pages of Cool Mom Picks, the holiday season is upon us. And for a lot of us, that means time to come up with a standout holiday gift for the little guys and gals on our shopping list will be a hit without breaking the bank. You may know...
Join us for a Twitter Social to help you get ready for your baby’s first holiday
A baby's first holiday has to be one of the best parts of parenting. It might even make up for all those sleepless nights and dirty diaper changes. Maybe. But we also know the holidays can be overwhelming on their own, and adding baby into the mix, especially the...
3 awesome new food gifts for men, when the way to their hearts takes the traditional route
I'm all about food gifts for men. Maybe because I love the men in my life, and the men in my life happen to love food. If you're with me, then I've got three fantastic resources for you if you're all about seriously cool food gifts that have nothing to do with cheese...
Give your memory some backup with The Birthday Poster from Sticky Bellies
All of my kids' birthdays are milestone birthdays in my eyes, though I'm not always so good at remembering the details of each passing year other than maybe the cake we served at the party. Hey, I really like cake. But with Sticky Bellies' new personalized birthday...
Cool personalized jewelry gifts for the holidays, now 20% off. Yes, please.
If I put it out into the universe that I really like personalized jewelry gifts, do you think people will get the hint? If not for me, then for everyone else--perhaps the special people on your own holiday lists, especially when it's all 20% off for a limited time....
A Chanukkah gift set from Vosges that takes the holiday cake or, er, chocolate.
Those of you who don’t celebrate may not know that before Christmas became the blockbuster that it is today, Chanukkah was a pretty quiet affair. And as hard as Chanukkah tries to keep up (at least in my house where we celebrate both holidays), it’s always a few steps...
Mitscoots: Stylish socks on a mission
When I first moved to New York City I quickly realized that good shoes and socks are a must in this town of walking, walking, walking. Since then I have become something of a sock connoisseur. Seriously. I need socks that are stylish, comfortable and, of course,...
Nutribaby Food Processor: Possibly the new must-have baby registry item
So yeah, making your own baby food can become daunting and tedious surprisingly fast, even for people like me who love to cook, and even if we have awesome baby food gadgets like the excellent Beaba Babycook. But even with the Beaba (and other similar products), I...
Architectural jewelry for women and girls. Because jewelry can be educational.
Your little girl might be too young to wield a power saw, but she can learn to appreciate the craft of woodworking at any age with, of all things, tiny architectural jewelry. I'm impressed by the Joinery Series earrings from Pico Design, which is designed to introduce...
10 creative ways to change up your holiday cards this year
We can't believe it, but it's time to start thinking about holiday cards--if you haven't already. (And if you're already done, we bow down to you.) We have to admit we're a little excited though. Don't you love checking your mailbox in December and seeing stacks of...
Barre3 review: My new fitness obsession. And why it’s perfect for busy moms.
I've tried all sorts of workout routines, everything from running 5k races and a pricey gym membership to fitness classes and Jillian Michaels' DVDs, but lately I've found myself in a rut. Too busy. Too bored. And well, with the holiday season upon us, I need...
We’ve got your DIY washi tape Christmas crafts covered with, well, A Washi Tape Christmas
I know, Halloween is barely over and here I am talking about Christmas. But before you know it we'll all be pinning cookie recipes and gift wrap ideas, so we might as well get ahead of the holiday craft game too. Washi tape crafts have been a hot trend for awhile,...
Tude natural apple juices: A more delicious way to keep the doctor away
One of the best things about the northeast this time of year is the abundance of crisp, ripe apples--and the fresh, natural apple juice we can grab at the farmer's market. My kids are becoming such connoisseurs, they actually know the difference between a Fuji and a...
Sponsored post: Personalized books starring your child. And another favorite star.
This is a sponsored message from Peppa Pig and Me As any kid can tell you, the only thing better than reading a book about one of their favorite cartoon characters is being in a book with one of their favorite cartoon characters. Now, there's a cool new way to make...
Cool Moms: Everywhere, all the time. Here’s where to find us.
Whichever social media site you prefer, we're probably there, passing on our favorite posts from our site... and more! As in links to cool articles, tips for great last-minute sales, discount codes that come through our inboxes, breaking news, or just snarky comments...
What’s my 20? Well, a little different from Tina Fey’s.
For the last year, I've been partnering with American Express, in part because I love Amex (member since forever) and partly because when I see those awesome Tina Fey commercials, I'm now sure we're really just two degrees from being best friends. If you've seen those...
Pretty paper plates and cups that feed America’s hungry families
I'm pretty sure I'm not the only mom who races to my kids' school party volunteer signups to be sure I can claim "plates and forks." Honestly, the holidays are busy enough without having to bake eight dozen cookies. (And bless you parents who do sign up for cookie...
Sponsored message: 14 surprising ways to use Aquaphor that you might not have considered
This is a sponsored message from Aquaphor Healing Ointment. Busy parents can always appreciate products that do double duty, but when it's got more uses than you have fingers to count on -- especially if it's something you might already have in your medicine cabinet,...
Trend alert: The best ways to wear plaid, hold the kilts.
So maybe you're wondering the best ways to wear plaid because you're seeing it everywhere and you're a little tempted but it is kind of preppy and you're just not sure since the last time it was hot you were in college and..hey! Get out of my head! Yes, yes, plaid is...