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To infinity and beyond!
I'm completely obsessed with infinity scarves after accidentally purchasing one on sale at the Gap (don't ask) and I can't stop wearing it. The tail-less scarf is soooo comfy and warm, and my favorite part: no annoying tassles for my toddler to pull. Since then, I've...
Toys for the grown up folk
I have a serious addiction. I love art toys. The first thing everyone always tells me is "adult toys, really?" No, no, friends. Art! I dig the whimsical designs, the variety, and the limited editions. My kids dig 'em too, so it's win, win.Up until now, the options for...
Cute kicks for a cause
It's rare enough to see a good sale on well-made and stylish kids' shoes from brands like Pediped. But when that sale gives 50% of sales to charity, we're highly motivated to shop! Take those Jordyn sneakers up there. Regular price? $32. Sale price? $25. Gives to...
Pink bedding for girls, hold the cavities
I'm a big fan of gender-neutral colors, especially for the nursery. For my boys' room I mixed in the requisite blue with lime, red and brown, all of which I consider both boy and girl-friendly. When I saw the new ultra-modern pink nursery designs from Olli and Lime, I...
Cupcakes and Comics, oh my!
I love cupcakes. For me, this is no fad. They represent happiness and goodness and celebrations in every bite. But a talking cupcake? This brings my love to an entirely new level. Expect crazy fun with Sara Varon's newest graphic novel, Bake Sale. The premise is this:...
Vintage meets handmade meets gorgeous
I have a soft spot for stitch art and it's not just because I live in the embroidery capital of the world (yes, there is such a place). As a gal who can't even sew a button onto a pair of pants, I greatly admire those patient enough to create detailed designs out of...
Owl love you forever
Owls are some seriously cool animals. They have big eyes, they're nocturnal, and they "whoo." They're also the requisite cute kids motif of the decade, which you know if you're an avid Cool Mom Picks reader.You know what's cooler than an owl though? An owl with a tie...
A safer, cozier place for baby to sleep than the car seat
Editor's Note: The Nap Nanny and Chill have been recalled by the CPSC. You should discontinue use immediately and return it to your retailer. The last 8 1/2 months have not been easy. That's how long ago our second child was born. And that was the last time I got...
Old-fashioned modern dolls
I grew up playing with muñecas de trapo (rag dolls) so when I saw the new modern doll line by Cool Mom Pick favorite Petit Collage I was instantly smitten. They're just like the dolls I grew up with -- except that, well, they're not exactly made of...
Beastly and silly coloring fun? Yes, please.
Open ended coloring books are simply divine. They give children (and adults--I admit, I love to color!) just enough of a prompt to get things going. The finished pages from your kids are pure magic. In the case of My Beastly Book of Silly Things: 150 ways to doodle,...
A sweet new line for tots and tweens–hold the bling
When I go shopping for my nieces, I often find myself wishing I could just shrink my own wardrobe for them. There are so many brands out there that feel it's necessary to splash sequins all over their duds or plaster them with silly little sayings. Thankfully, there's...
The best baby carrier for a new parent (who’s new to baby carriers)
One of the most frequent questions I'm asked by pregnant friends is what is the best baby carrier to get. Okay, so not everyone is going to want a hundred million carriers (as I have apparently needed over the years, ahem), but it's still tricky for me to pick just...
Pearls & Popcorn – Parisian kiddie style now available stateside
I often get stuck in a rut when it comes to buying clothes for my kids. I automatically order their jeans and sweaters from big name chains and then am continually disappointed about the fit or the fact that a hole appears after only a couple times on the playground....
A Dolphin Tale
"I got water in my eyes!" my son wailed. But he wasn't crying. Actually, he looked like he was trying to cry and couldn't."Doesn't hurt, does it?" I said smugly. And he shook his head no. A perfect chance to pitch a fit, lost to products that actually live...
A convertible stroller blankie that changes with the seasons
After a very generous stretch of unseasonably mild weather in New York, the freezing cold is here (sigh). Rather than pretend I live in LA, I have to take winter seriously this year since I have a new-ish baby to keep warm. Thankfully I found a new stroller blanket...
From the gulf stream waters to the redwood forest
My kids have always been fascinated by maps and globes, which I think is great. One of my greatest dreams is to raise children who love travel. So we love looking for postcards, artwork, and books that commemorate some of the places we've been. But I haven't seen...
The non-petroleum jelly that stole my heart (and lips)
Is petroleum jelly safe? Well, let's say since having children, we've switched to kinder, gentler beauty products. No sulfates, no parabens, no horrible-things-that-might-cause-cancer-or-dye-the-children-pink.The one product I couldn't let go of was petroleum...
LegalZeal – Great help for small business owners.
We know a ton of our readers are small business owners, just like we are. And we know first hand how confusing all the legalese can be when you're getting established. I've badgered accountant friends for info and lawyer friends have helped me distinguish an LLC from...
Cool Mom Picks in Martha Stewart Living!
Well of course you all know we already love Martha Stewart Living, but we now have an extra- special thing for the February issue, since you'll find Cool Mom Picks in it. What a huge, huge thrill for us! Check page 30 for our tips from us on putting together a theater...
I need your scarf to keep me warm
I am not liking this cold snap in the northeast. Not one bit. So it's not surprising that I've got scarves on the brain. The handmade merino scarves from Etsy's ScarfGuy (love that) are so classic. Handthreaded, handwoven, and hem stitched by Ohio's Fred Ullom, the...
A nursery that smells like…well, not the diaper pail.
My 8-month-old son's nursery really stinks. He's very prolific in the poop department, which means a Diaper Dekkor full of smelly diapers. Thankfully, I discovered a new spray that literally spritzes the stink away without icky chemicals. The spray is aptly called...