Handwashing Fun (You Heard Me)

by Cool Mom Team | Baby

With all the lovely fall and winter illnesses headed our way, plus the whole potty training thing looming, I figure it’s time to get the hand washing thing down. Except in my daughter’s mind, you’d think that "washing up" was another...

20 ways to make extra money online

by Cool Mom Picks Deals Team

Between carpools, lunchboxes, and laundry piles, making extra money might feel out of reach. But with the right tools, you can start bringing in a little extra cash — without rearranging your entire life. These 20 flexible ideas are perfect for moms who want to earn...

Lovevery Baby: the beautifully curated developmental toy box subscription that parents adore

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...

A printable rewards chart to get kids to do anything. Almost.

by Kate Etue | DIY

We started a rewards chart with my daughter a month ago, and — although I’m scared to say it out loud — it’s working to keep her in her bed at night. So, consider me a brand new fan of rewards charts, whether you’re starting potty...

These 5 eco-friendly paper towel alternatives make it easy to make the switch

by Caroline Siegrist | Tips + Tricks, Kitchen + Dining

I’ve been meaning to switch to an eco-friendly paper towel alternative for years, and if 2020’s quarantine didn’t push you toward a new alternative, maybe we can help! In time for Earth Day, I’ve been chatting with eco-conscious friends and...

Surviving the toddler years with Dr. Heather Wittenberg | Spawned Episode 131

by Cool Mom Team | Spawned Podcast

The toddler years comes with quite a reputation for putting poor, unsuspecting parents through the ringer. Well, we’re here to give you a little bit of your sanity back thanks to our special guest Dr. Heather Wittenberg aka The BabyShrink, who’s an expert...

How one mom’s viral #himtoo post led to the #metoo ending no one expected

by Liz Gumbinner | Uncategorized

We all talk a lot about “oversharenting,” or what to post about our kids on social media, how much info is too much, and whether we might be embarrassing them…one day. Well it turns out these questions apply well beyond potty training photos, as...

9 cool personalized school supplies to help make the school year a little more fun | Back to School 2018

by Liz Gumbinner | Back to School Shopping, School Gear

As we start to get settled into our back-to-school routines — and that includes realizing what gear is missing from last year, what we’ve forgotten to pick up, and what our kids have already lost (gah!) it’s the perfect time to welcome back our...

Adidas puke-proof shoes: Forget Oktoberfest, they’re made for parents!

by Lexi Petronis | Fashion

When Adidas released their new limited-edition beer-resistant, puke-proof shoes, they had Oktoberfest in mind. Sure, the famous German festival can be slippery and sloshy and generally pretty disgusting, but you know what? So is everyday parenting. Adidas? No need to...

The toothbrush to clean toddler teeth, without the WWE-style neck hold

by Kate Etue | Baby

After ten years of parenting, I thought I had this whole toothbrushing thing figured out. I mean, it’s not that hard, compared to say potty training or tying shoelaces. But when my preschooler ended up at the dentist with three cavities, I realized brushing...