by Cool Mom Team | Mother's Day Gifts
If you haven’t secured the perfect Mother’s Day gift yet and now you’re looking for last-minute Mother’s Day gifts, rest easy. Okay, not that easy, because it’s literally just a few days away. But if you hustle, we can still help you out...
by Liz Gumbinner | Kid Style
I just got a peek at the new Mandalorian Grogu Crocs and whew! Get ready for kids everywhere to be begging for them. It’s easily going to be among the hottest kidswear of the summer. Some sales may generate a small commission to help support us at no additional...
by Liz Gumbinner | Fashion, Tips + Tricks
A reader and friend asked for some Rent the Runway alternatives for from dress rentals, on behalf of her daughter who’s currently prom dress shopping. She pointed out that today’s teens are so eco-conscious, that many would prefer not to buy a new dress...
by Liz Gumbinner | DIY, Mother's Day Gifts
While this DIY crown and tiara kit from SuperSmalls is designed for kids, it reminds me of the homemade Mother’s Day crowns, jewelry boxes, necklaces, and other sparkly gifts my kids made me when they were young. The kit makes it so easy for kids to accomplish...
by Kate Etue | Art + Decor, Father's Day Gifts, Mother's Day Gifts
We’ve always been fans of custom family portrait art, as a creative personalized gift that celebrates all the people you love. We’re huge fans of photo gifts of all kinds including , of course, photo books. But if you want to get a little more creative,...
by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings
While looking at all the amazing new toys and gifts out this year to include in our new and improved Ultimate Birthday Gift Guide (it’s on its way!), I came across this just wonderful Shapes of Emotions social-emotional learning toy. It seems like a clock at...
by Caroline Siegrist | Baby, Toys + Playthings
Pretend for a moment you have a personal shopper for your baby or young child — who also happens to have amazing taste and a degree in developmental psychology. Well, that’s basically what you get with Lovevery Baby, a wonderful subscription service that...
by Christina Refford | Books for Kids
We invite you to celebrate Black History Month for kids — yours or any others! — with our picks for the top books for kids that showcase the diverse and inspiring stories of African American heroes and leaders. Black history has never been a topic we...
by Cool Mom Team | DIY, Valentine's Day
Even if Valentine’s Day is coming up quick, there’s still time for kids to make these last-minute craft ideas and printables to make anyone’s February 14 extra special. (Even if their sweetheart is just Dad or Mom.) While a full school week left...
by Liz Gumbinner | Style + Beauty, Valentine's Day
Finding the right gifts for girlfriends – romantic or otherwise – is so important. It’s a way to say “I get you and you matter to me,” whether you sleep in the same bed, or she’s your BFF from college who you catch up with once a year. What makes...