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Grow your own. Easter grass, that is.
Every year I decide this will be the one where we will finally avoid that annoying plastic Easter grass that somehow makes its way out of the baskets and all over my house. But this time, I really mean it. Because we grew our own. Since trying out the Easter Grass Kit...
HOP will make you smile, crave candy, and want to kiss Russell Brand (I did all three)
It's interesting how few movies there are about the magic of Easter. In fact--wait, are there any? Regardless, HOP, the adorable new Easter film, would jump to the top of the list anyway.[don't miss the scoop on Russell Brand and James Marsden after the jump!] HOP is...
Further proof that we go-go-go crazy for our subscribers
Once you have kids, you're on the go for the next-- oh, eighteen years. Going to music class, going to preschool, going shopping to replace all the shoes they outgrow. But one way you can stay put is with our free newsletters which deliver exclusive deals, discounts,...
Saggy bottom britches begone!
Just when I was about to complain about how girls always seem to get the coolest accessories, our stylish friends at Knuckleheads launches their spring collection, and looky what the newest trend is for the cool boys in your life. [don't miss a great offer after the...
Handy hooks, hold the hammer
Kids seem to require an inordinate amount of Stuff Corralling, and I'm okay with that; but I'm not okay with putting holes in the walls every time I want the kids to stop putting everything they own on the floor because "I don't have anywhere else to put it." Up...
Someone get the phone? It’s Celine Dion.
It's been truly an honor to be a part of the More Birthdays campaign from our amazing sponsor, the American Cancer Society. Not only is it a cause near and dear to all of our hearts, but we're so impressed with the generous mega-stars and artists who've jumped on...
New crib bedding sets from Maclaren – the inside scoop from David Netto himself
I'm a firm believer in color therapy, especially when it comes to kid's rooms. So when I saw the bold and peppy new crib bedding sets from Maclaren, which happens to be the complete opposite of their very chic and very white nursery furniture, my mood magically began...
A t-shirt that does a pretty darn good job of hiding my bump
While my belly has been massively expanding over the last eight months, my wardrobe hasn't. My pregnancy dressing tactic has been to buy a few key maternity pieces and then fudge the rest with my regular threads. Fake it 'til you make, if you will. I hate spending...
5 great picks you might have missed this week – March Madness Edition
If your kids have acted a little nuts this week, it's totally not your fault. Blame it on supermoon--we do. Here are a few of our favorites from the last week, in case you were too busy pulling out your hair to have caught them.1. The new AAP's new car seat and...
Kids pajamas from Tea Collection lead to very sweet dreams
My kids have a thing for pajamas the way most kids have a thing for race cars or princess crowns. Each night is an exercise in patience as I wait for them to pick the very perfect pair, then argue about whose is the snowflakes and whether the striped ones can be worn...
These prints are kind of a big deal
It doesn't take long for new parents to realize who's in charge once a tiny, squawking baby makes an appearance in their house. And I love the idea of making it official with Penny People's newest print. Bright, bold colors and the option to put any name--or combo of...
Finally, a made-up holiday I can appreciate. Hint: CHOCOLATE.
Guess what, mamas? It's American Chocolate Week! Or at least the end of it. The way we see it, you just have to suck it up and do your patriotic duty by gorging on chocolate, right?If you love chocolate as much as we do, here are some of our favorite picks from the...
Vamplets – The most loveable vampires ever (besides Edward, natch)
The next Twilight movie doesn't come out until this November-- don't ask me how I know. So for now, if you've got teens into Twilight or tweens into goth gone adorable, you might want to check out the Vamplets. This coven/nursery of snuggly stuffed babies is...
Pink cadillac? Try pink race car.
My love runs deep for Green Toys and for good reason. Their sturdy, inviting toys made from recycled milk jugs never fail to make my kids squeal with delight. But the new addition to their line has me as happy as it does my kids.[don't miss a great offer after the...
A chic accessory for your growing bun
I'm in the final stretch of my third trimester and no matter what I put on, I have a tendency to feel like, well, someone who's eight months pregnant. So when I spotted a recent pic a of a pregnant celeb with a multi-hued scarf from new accessories line Theodora &...
Cool Mom Picks is voted the most trustworthy product reviews for parents. Um, wow.
We were nothing short of thrilled to find out that we've won a Cribsie Award for the most trustworthy product reviews for parents. Thank you Cribsies!Considering more than 135,000 total votes were cast, and our formidable competition included Daily Candy, AOL's Parent...
Baby blankets that you can drool on too.
We've panted over Noko's baby clothes and girls' dresses and, now the baby gear obsessed among us can covet their new unbelievably gorgeous baby blankets. Or better yet, we can buy them. I am in love with Noko's updated traditional Japanese prints which are so...
What’s hot for kids in LA? Ask Lifesize Kids
On a trip to LA last month, I knew I had to stop into Fred Segal, my retail happy place for many many years. While I'm not in the market for a $700 pair of shoes this particular moment, I always love stopping into the kids boutique there to see what LA mamas are...
Stretch your imagination with Gustafer Yellowgold’s Infinity Sock
Though "infinity sock" sounds like what I face when I'm matching up pairs in another endless load of laundry, it's actually the name of the fourth DVD/CD combo in the amazing Gustafer Yellowgold series by illustrator and songwriter Morgan Taylor. For those of your who...
The best baby shower gifts ever? We’ve got them right here.
We're so thrilled to introduce our third annual Ultimate Baby Shower Gift Guide! After much work (phew!) this year we've packed our guide with more than 125 of the coolest must-haves and want-to-have baby gifts for every baby and mama on your list, in every price...
10 beautiful items to help support Japan
It's been just over a week since the earth shook just off the coast of Japan, and the devastation and loss has rocked us all. However I've been heartened to see how families and companies are so quickly finding ways to help raise money for the people of Japan, from...