More coolness from recent weeks…
5 of our favorite tech picks you don’t want to miss this week
In case you missed them, here are 5 of our most popular posts from Cool Mom Tech this past week. 1.Viewmasters are back, sort of, and cooler than ever. 2.These funny, sweet, and all-around gorgeous romantic ecards aren't just for Valentine's Day--save for...
The Odd One Out: A welcome twist on the classic find-it book
Thanks to a recommendation from our friends at Zoobean, I recently discovered a new book my kids are obsessing over. The Odd One Out: A Spotting Book by Britta Teckentrup puts a modern twist on the classic kids find-it book. You know, those books where they're...
Personalized wooden hangers: Just girlie enough
Sure, we like pink and girly decorations for our daughters' room--unless they're too much like visual cotton candy. That's why I love these personalized wooden hangers from the Etsy shop RedHandGang; sweet, but not saccharine and dare I say adorable. There, I said it....
Stuffed animals that give back: So wonderful, you won’t mind one more in the house.
I have always had a weakness for stuffed animals and I was thrilled to be able to buy them without judgement again when my daughter was born. When I came across Bunnies By The Bay I was sold instantly on their fabulous little stuffed animals that give back. Not only...
All things being equal, I’d rather be in Paris.
Yeah, I know the WC Fields line was about Philadelphia but with all due respect to my partner Kristen and other cool Philly mamas, I'd rather hit the Champs Elysee these days. That's why these vintage style Paris wall clocks need a place in my home immediately. Even...
One Bowl Baking Cookbook: Homemade baked goods from scratch, only easy as using a box.
Valentine’s Day may be behind us, but I have a sweet treat for you, cool moms. My new favorite cookbook, One Bowl Baking: Simple, From Scratch Recipes for Delicious Desserts, is a revelation too good not to share. It wasn’t written for moms or with families in mind,...
Wooden love blocks you have to love, any way you look at them.
It's not hard to find signs of love all around us today, like these gorgeously designed wooden blocks that spell out love in 12 different languages. And when you take a closer look at how artful these blocks are, you'll understand why I think they'd be equally at home...
Storq: Stylish maternity basics just got way easier to find, wear, and match.
My maternity basics during my two pregnancies pretty much consisted of black leggings (one pair I washed every other day), tees long enough to cover my belly and a couple of dresses with stretch. Everything else--blazers, button downs, hoodies--had been pulled from my...
The Oscars best picture nominees reimagined with Legos
While I thought the Lego movie was a great film (with its own terrific movie poster art), what might be even cooler is seeing every Oscar nominee for best picture recreated with Legos. Of course since that would take years--and I haven't the slightest idea what...
Gender neutral crib bedding ideas? Reader Q + A
Hi Cool Mom Picks! I'm looking for some cute gender neutral crib bedding ideas for my surprise baby who will be here soon. I like modern design and bold patterns but I'm open to other ideas. Can you help? Thanks, Julie First of all, congrats Julie! And yes we...
The ultimate guide to snow day activities, part two: 20 more indoor ideas to keep you sane
As the east coast gets hit with yet another snow storm, and parents everywhere slowly lose their minds looking for snow day activities, you can start with our ideas for 12 fun things to do during a snow day from games to crafts to an impromptu dance party. For even...
Your bookshelf needs this ninja. Unless the ninja’s already there…
Ninjas are very stealthy and there could very well already be one on your child's bookshelf, hiding between The House on Pooh Corner and Goodnight, Moon. As for the the ninja in the board book Hello Ninja, don't worry. He's helpful and well-mannered and only chops...
Downton Abbey Valentines: What an Earl Wants
Last year we swooned over the printable Hunger Games Valentines and while the Peeta/Gale competition still rages on, this year it's all about Downton Abbey Valentines for us. The references are clearly from Season 4--I would have loved to see a Lady Rose I Go Wild For...
8 ridiculously easy, last-minute Valentine’s Day treats. Because procrastinators need love, too.
At first I thought that Valentine’s Day on Friday was a good thing. What a fun way to kick off the weekend. But now I’m wondering when exactly I’m supposed to make treats for my kids? I guess I should have thought of that last weekend but, really, a whole week ahead...
Remembering Shirley Temple: Her best 3 films to watch with your kids.
We were so, so sad to hear that Shirley Temple Black passed away Monday night. She was one of our (and probably your) most very favorite child stars ever—those dimples! Those curls! Not to mention the respected diplomatic path she took as an adult. If your children...
Super cool last minute Valentine’s gift ideas you can still get delivered in time. Because IOUs aren’t sexy.
Let's not call us procrastinators. Let's just say...we're busy. Because we are. So we get it. if you're still looking for a last minute Valentine's Day gift for a special someone, here are a few ideas that go a little further than a hastily scribbled, wrinkled card...
7 sophisticated, printable Valentine’s cards for adults–or very precocious teens.
If you've run out of time to order some of the fantastic Valentine's cards we've already featured on Cool Mom Picks, don't stress. We've got your back with some printable valentines for adults. Unlike these cute 14 printable classroom Valentines for kids, this...
7 children’s cold and flu season must-haves. Also, for parents’ sanity
If your house is anything like ours, the childrens' cold and flu season has arrived with a vengeance and you've got a revolving door of illness--or are miraculously staving it off. Somehow, it always catches us off guard, and we're scrambling to stock our medicine...
Cute animal pillows for your kids’ rooms get way more funky. And we like it.
I stumbled across these bold, modern, graphic animal throw pillows for children's rooms online at Ferm Living tonight and am instantly smitten. They are a playful but not childish way to decorate a couch or armchair in your kids' playroom or in the rocker in your...
A chic play mat that matches your living room more than it matches a neon explosion
There are many times I've considered permanently covering the floor in butcher paper to protect it from the ketchup and rice that always miss my kids' mouths at mealtime. Same goes for those days my son paints on his easel. Although I've considered sacrificing a few...
Inspirational artwork for children’s rooms? Reader Q+A
Hello I don’t suppose you know the brand of the inspirational artwork for kids rooms you feature on an old post about Gilt Group personalized sales ? I love them but can’t find them. Many thanks, Jill. Jill, you have great taste--we love those prints too, and...