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Our favorite Maya Angelou quotes, in honor of one of the best human being in the history of the world
I can't tell you how sad we all are about the death of Maya Angelou today at 86. Starting with the must-read I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings back when I was a kid, I was instantly captivated by her amazing command of the language, and how profoundly she could find...
Cool bathing suits for boys, hold the chafing. (Yes, we said chafing.)
Trying to find cool bathing suits for boys that are actually comfortable is no easy task. My son lasts a few hours at most before he starts to get a little "itchy," particularly at the beach. Let's just say that sand is not a bottom's friend. That's why I'm loving the...
Kollar me bad.
I'm evidently going through an artisanal chocolate phase--though considering it's been a decade or so, not sure if that's actually a phase or a way of life. Either way, I love visiting small towns or scouring the web for outstanding local chocolatiers like Laughing...
Is the innovative Taga Bike Stroller worth the price tag? Here’s the real scoop.
Last month the, Taga Bike began selling in the US after six years in Europe, and I've been fascinated by this innovation in biking for parents, and the whole bakfiet trend that's slowly making its way to our shores. I totally see the appeal of a bike-stroller hybrid...
Cool daddy and me shirts for Father’s Day that actually are.
We're not always fans of the matchy-matchy daddy and me shirts, but if there's one time that we think it's pretty fun, it's Father's Day. Especially if you've got a new kid that just made Daddy a Daddy. So even slight cynics like us love the decidedly...
An easy Memorial Day craft for kids to help celebrate the real reason for the holiday
We definitely want our kids to know that Memorial Day isn't just about burgers, swimming, and a day off from school, but rather, the military service from people who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedom. We thought this easy Memorial Day craft for kids...
Gorgeous graduation gifts that give back, which might just be the very best kind.
Raven + lily has been one of my favorite go-to gift sources ever since we first featured them a long time ago here on Cool Mom Picks and discovered their wonderful selection of gifts that give back. So it's not surprise they've got a lovely selection of graduation...
An indoor s’mores recipe in case your campfire plans get rained out. Consider it a chocolately, silver lining.
Monday is Memorial Day, and my family has big plans for swimming and grilling which of course means s'mores. I've been hoping we'd be outside all day, lathering on the sunscreen and catching up on some summer reading but there's one problem: The weather forecast. Boo....
Cool bicycle seat covers from May28th protect your ride in style
As much as I love my sleek, fast road bike, I can't help coveting a cute beach cruiser (especially now that summer is unofficially here) -- preferably one with a basket and one of these cool bicycle seat covers from the fun shop May 28th who already makes the watches...
Le Mieux Collagen Peptide Serum: Wrinkles, begone.
So I've officially entered the phase of life when I'm willing to try and find the best skincare for aging skin. Fortunately, 22-year olds in LA do the same thing, so I'm in good company. And recently I found an impressive professional line called Le Mieux which...
Time for an ice cream shower! Wait, no. Just customized ice cream cups for a baby shower.
"Dear baby: on the day you were born, we ate ice cream with your name on it. It kind of stopped the shower when my water broke, but I finished the whole cup of mint chocolate chip, darn it. And it was delicious. Because it was named after you. And because mint...
You need this Pink Power Ranger onesie, especially if the Terror Toad attacks.
Superheroes are big right now, but let's not forget the Power Rangers, who have kicked their way through 20 television seasons of 17 themed series, not to mention two movies, and all in body-tight Spandex. If you're worried about Rita Repulsa or the next set of...
What to pack for kids: From spoons to scooters, 9 surprising items that make family travel easier and more fun
It's officially the season for travel (whoo!) and whether you're planing it, driving, or taking the subway uptown for a picnic in the park, we're all for getting out with the kids. A top question from our readers is always "but what do I pack!!??" (Number of...
A fragrance for Father’s Day, for Dude No. 1 in your life
I may have attacked my husband the first time I dabbed some Dude No. 1 from MCMC Fragrances on his neck. It's that good. And when I dabbed their Hunter eau de parfum on my neck, I was attacked in return. The best Father's Day gifts, in my opinion, involve that kind of...
Cool custom family dolls, because everyone needs a mini-me. Or a mini-us.
We have a thing for personalized dolls at Cool Mom Picks, but I am legitimately swooning over these sophisticated (but still adorable) custom family dolls, handmade by Liliana Tijeras of Citizens Collectible on Etsy. They may be made in Spain, but the couple with the...
What to do about picky eaters: 4 parenting books to help you call a truce on mealtime battles
Wondering what to do about picky eaters and how to feed them can be one of the most exhausting parenting challenges. We're responsible for feeding our kids at least three times every day (or so we'd hope), and three daily battles is three too many. When you're ready...
Our favorite DIY teacher gifts from the class that make a big impression.
We love teachers so much which is why we're always excited to track down great ideas for teacher gifts from the class. After all, they give to our kids all day long without complaining (to us, anyway) about the runny noses they wipe, or the fifth round of lice to hit...
Awesome action figures for girls that are actually for girls.
I have always said that I'm not anti-princess, just pro-choice. When it comes to my daughters' toys, I've always wanted them to have a variety, which is why we don't limit ourselves to "girls' aisles" in toy stores. And now IAmElemental comes along and gives us...
5 great photo book ideas for Father’s Day gifts
Father's Day is coming up, and I'm excited that it's time to celebrate the amazing dads and grandpas in my kids' lives. One of our favorite gifts is photo books, which is such a simple way to create an affordable, truly special keepsake that's loaded with sentiment....
The coolest new Ralph Lauren Kids clothes for fall according to actual kids
Browsing through photos of last night's 2014 Ralph Lauren Kids fall preview with my girls (which we were sad to miss this year since the 2013 Ralph Lauren fall show was so great), they had some pretty strong opinions on which things they loved for themselves. Let's...
A musical walk Through the Woods with Grammy winners The Okee Dokee Brothers
Grammy-award winners and all around super guys The Okee Dokee Brothers follow up their stellar Mississippi River-themed album, Can You Canoe?, with Through the Woods, all about their adventures hiking a chunk of the Appalachian Mountain trail. This is another...