6 Delicious fruity cocktail recipes for summer: Make enough for seconds.

by Kate Etue | Food + Recipes

At the end of these long summer days at the pool and kids being bored and me trying to cram work in whenever I can, I’d love to kick back in front of the TV or with friends and sip a cold, delicious drink–umbrella optional. My favorite fruity cocktail...

Easy DIY superhero cape project, no pattern required. See? Easy!

by Jenn A. | DIY

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s my little man saving the city of Gotham by stomping out criminals one at a time. I don’t know a single kid who doesn’t want to dress up like a superhero. My own son is only 21 months and he loves running around...

12 of the coolest HomeAway family rentals for a reunion to remember

by Cool Mom Team | Family Travel

Who knew July was Family Reunion Month? Actually uh, we didn’t. But now we do. And with so many families headed out for vacations this summer, it’s not really a surprise. But oof, planning a big reunion can be a huge undertaking, which is why we love that...

Go nuts for the new Yes to Coconut skincare collection

by Melissa | Beauty + Cosmetics

It’s safe to say that I’m a Yes to Carrots junkie, so I was excited to try the brand new tropical-inspired Yes to Coconut skin care line from this CMP favorite. It’s right on time with the recent buzz about the super-powers of coconut oil and coconut...

The best cookbooks for summer, way beyond grilling.

by Stacie Billis | Food + Recipes

Summer is whizzing by and before you know it, the peaches, tomatoes and corn will be gone. Before summer produce makes its sad exit, you’ll want to be sure to get in all the great summer cooking you can. The good news is that summer cooking is all about a light...

Presenting the most adorable night light ever.

by Kate Etue | Art + Decor

I’ve learned that when kids are afraid of the dark, a nightlight can be their best friend. And have you ever seen a friendlier, cuter lamp than this Little Cloud Lamp? This adorable night light might be just what I need to get my scared-of-the-dark, light...

Join Cool Mom Picks and Martha Stewart in the #SavorSummer project. It’s easy!

by Cool Mom Team | DIY

If you haven’t yet noticed from the humidity, the complaints about the humidity, and the abundance of ice cream requests to beat the humidity, summer is in full force. So we are so excited to be partnering with the one and only Martha Stewart as one of the...

9 garden toys and gifts for kids that will help get their hands dirty.

by Kate Etue | Toys + Playthings

If you have yet to get your kids into gardening, you’re in for a treat – kids are naturals. Last year my husband built us a small garden box in the back yard, and my kids and I planted some seeds and watched them grow into tomatoes and squash and peppers,...

Pop culture dolls: Ridiculously hip, surprisingly cuddly.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Toys + Playthings

If you’ve ever dreamed of having your own David Bowie to snuggle, we’ve got good news: These pop culture dolls by French artisan My Name is Simone are just as much for you as they are for kids. Whether you’re into Ziggy Stardust, the King of Pop, or...

When is a lip gloss not a lip gloss? When it’s Mally’s High Shine Liquid Lipstick

by Liz Gumbinner | Beauty + Cosmetics

It takes a lot to impress me in the lip gloss department, and I have a graveyard of half-finished tubes lying around to prove it.  But after trying out the High Shine Liquid Lipstick as part of the Perfois Pink Lip Kit from celeb makeup artist (and mom of three) Mally...