More coolness from recent weeks…
Attention, stylish girls: your spring sneakers have arrived
I always like the fashion-sneaker hybrid for kids, because they are super versatile. In other words, I know that if a slightly dressy birthday party turns into a giant game of Chase Everyone Around the House Like Crazy People And Scream Your Heads Off, that my...
Nice narwhal necklace!
Owls, foxes, hedgehogs. They've all had their day. But if you want to stand out from the creature crowd, we recommend narwhals. Not only are they adorable, but they're the unicorn of the sea! And this one's handmade...and way affordable. Which is pretty magical. The...
Our simple spring cleaning checklist for busy parents
When spring hits around my house, that means time to clean and kick the clutter, which isn't such an easy task when you've got four kids running around. As much as I'd love to scrub the baseboards and wash all the windows, that's probably not going to happen. But I...
9 ways kids can decorate Easter Eggs without dyeing them
Decorating Easter eggs is a tradition in our household, but after doing it the same way for over ten years, we're thinking of changing things up. Instead of dropping white eggs into colored dye, I've rounded up a bunch of non-dye Easter egg decorating ideas that look...
Minimalist Parenting: The must-read parenting book of the year.
When we first heard that Asha Dornfest of Parent Hacks and Christine Koh of Boston Mamas, two of the women I love and respect most in the world, were putting their clever heads together to write a parenting book, well there was no doubt in my mind that it would be...
5 tech picks you won’t want to miss this week
In case you missed them, here are five of our favorite picks from this past week from Cool Mom Tech. 1. A smart, affordable gadget that makes using your iPhone as a camera much easier. And safer. 2. Here's a helpful beginners' guide to Minecraft for parents. Don't let...
What do do with the kids’ wet bathing suits? Take a lesson from pro surfers.
You know what really irks me? When my boys have their swimming lessons, and then I'm left with several wet trunks and towels when the lesson ends and no wetbag to tote them home. I usually shove the drippy mess into a backpack, but then everything around it gets wet....
Ippinka: the shopping site for the minimalist crowd
I know these days it feels like there's a new shopping site born every minute. But there's one I've just discovered that's fast becoming an obsession for me, because the products are so sharp, stylish and imaginative. The site is Ippinka, and they sell only...
Stock up on soap from method and save cute animals. We like!
As the happy owner to a sweet black lab who was once abandoned on the streets--and as a former animal rescue volunteer--I have a soft spot for any initiative that helps unwanted animals live a happier and healthier life. This weekend, you can help those furry...
Delightful decor for your Easter Sunday party
Let's talk party decor! Though I don't plan to decorate every inch of my house, I do like to have a few festive things on hand for Easter Sunday. With that, here are some of my latest favorite ideas for that big Easter party--plenty of them free downloads. -Christina...
A Passover craft idea that you can eat when you’re done. How’s that for easy clean-up?
It's just a few days until Passover, and this awesomely clever craft idea offers one fun way to get the kids excited. Besides promising them matzoh sandwiches in their lunch for a week. We love this Passover Matzoh House found at Epicurious. A take on the...
Sorbet for spring, please
It's becoming clear that sorbet colors have replaced pastels as the new, soft shades of baby clothing this spring. (And hello? It's spring! Yay!) While it may be tough for the untrained eye to see the difference between "pastel pink" and "persimmon," eh, all we know...
Personalized picture frames with extra pop (and pow and kaboom)
Whether you need an awesome sibling gift, something bright for the grandparents, or just the perfect picture frame to go with that superhero bedroom, we think this one brings a lot of POW-BANG-ZOOM for the buck. We love Psychobaby because it's a small, hip, mom-run...
Albert Einstein for kids. Smart kids. Of course.
If you think a book about Albert Einstein for kids will be dry, think again. The new picture book On a Beam of Light: The Story of Albert Einstein by Jennifer Berne is an absolutely delightful introduction to a super cool guy. In a way, the narrative feels like...
Oppan Euro Style: bold, bright kids’ accessories with real zing
Pink and baby blue? Bunnies and choo-choos? Not today. We've got a hankering for cozy, slouchy hats, slippers, and newborn mittens with vibrant, European style that we've just found. The owner of Rattle Tat goes straight to Sweden for the sort of bright, iconic...
8 spectacularly gorgeous Easter cakes you can bake at home (honest!)
After the excitement of hunting for eggs and the Easter bunny die down, it's time for Easter dinner. And then, finally, my favorite part of the day: dessert. As in, Easter cakes. There's just something so sweet about ending the holiday festivities with a pretty Easter...
A Passover gift to keep kids from bogarting the matzoh
Passover is creeping up on us before we know it (quick! Buy matzoh before it's all gone from the supermarket!) and while it's not really the giftiest of holidays, I'm loving this sweet handmade toy set that can get little ones through a seder with minimal fussing....
Baby’s first BMW, courtesy of Maclaren
I'm a huge fan of Maclaren strollers. In fact, out of all the strollers I've tried and tested over the years, the Maclaren Denim Quest is one of the only ones that has stood the test of time and tantrums. Their latest Object of Design launch (which is the same...
¡Hola Mis Amigos! Hilarious Dora the Explorer miniseries begins today
When I saw College Humor's "fake" trailer for a live-action Dora the Explorer movie, I joined the chorus of voices across the internet begging that this hilarious two-minute trailer be made into a real movie. And that wish has come true. Now along with no more...
Cool Easter Clothes for kids: some of our very favorites this year
Easter always signifies for me the start of the spring season, even when there is still snow on the ground in New England. It's time to lighten up, and I've found some great picks for both boys and girls from some of our favorite online shops that will carry them past...
The perfect pop of color: vibrant voile scarves for almost spring
It's almost spring. Almost. That's what I tell myself as I pull on knee-high socks, boots, and a coat. I'm not ready for full-on pastels, but these gorgeous, block-printed scarves are a great way to dip a toe into the bright, carefree colors of spring. The...