Eating out with kids can be a challenge, but it can also be rewarding. Not only does it mean you don't have to cook ( ahem ), it can also be a way of exploring new foods and cuisines away from the pressure of your family table. And somet…
With both St. Patrick's Day and a major nor'eastern (aka, a snow day for the kids) happening this week, it's most definitely time to get our drink on -- and our cake on too. Luckily, we were able to consult with a beer pouring expert -- …
During my first and second trimesters, I had big ideas of all the freezer meals I'd make to stock my kitchen for those hectic days (and nights!) with a newborn. But now that the third trimester has rolled around, me and my extra 30 pound…
With six people living in my house, there are days when I feel like all I do is laundry. And that the baskets of dirty clothes just keep piling up. (Stop the insanity!) But there is one quick laundry tip has changed my life in a good way…
As a single mom of four kids, you can probably imagine how tough it is to give my kids individual time, at least without hiring a babysitter and spending even more money on dinner or a movie. Turns out, you don't have to spend money -- o…
One of the questions parents are always asking each other is, "how much should I be spending on my babysitter or nanny?" The answer is so tough. The last thing I want to do is underpay someone with the important job of taking care of my …
This March 8 is International Women's Day, and for many, it's also become A Day Without A Woman , which is described as an action "for equity, justice, and the human rights of women and all gender-oppressed people, through a one-day demo…
There are certain Trader Joe's items I cannot walk out the door without buying. Chocolate-covered almonds. Kettle corn. Those frozen cheese pastries. And during pumpkin spice season? Don't even get me started. But beyond these snacky imp…
I'm convinced my kids' toys are spontaneously spawning in the playroom at night while we sleep. Surely I'm not the only parent who can't figure out where all my kids' toys have come from. As a result, I'm constantly in need of new storag…
I confess that when I'm struggling with an issue or looking for guidance, wisdom or just calm, I have always been a fan of various oracles and methods of divination. And I don't mean the fortune teller at a street fair years ago, who loo…
Family dinners around the table were a staple of my childhood, which is why those rare nights when we got to pull out the TV trays and eat dinner while watching Murphy Brown stand out so strong in my memory. Of course, I try to have my f…
We’ve all been there. You just scored some great plates, glasses, candleholders, coffee mugs, picture frames, or [fill in the blank] at your favorite home goods store and those pesky stickers won’t come off. You’re starting to swear, tha…
My kids are wiped when they get home from school. They always seem to need a snack to recharge and a bit of time to zone out before gearing up for the rest of their day, whether it be for basketball practice, homework, or just running ar…
First Beyoncé and Jay Z, now the Clooneys and Madonna? In case you haven't heard, twins are seriously hot right now. So I've rounded up some super creative birth announcement ideas for twins with a little extra oomph -- for those of you …
We've been-there-done-that when it comes to feeding kids (that's 6 between us, that we know of - ha). In fact, we're still in the throes of it, which is why Liz and I started Cool Mom Eats in the first place. We could all use a little co…
It’s no secret that I am a homemade pancake enthusiast, but everyone -- including me -- loves a good boxed pancake mix for one reason: pancakes in minutes. That is, as long as you don't end up with flapjacks that are dense and heavy, whi…
I recently finished reading How to Win as a Step-Family (great book for blended families, by the way), and one of the suggestions they made to help family morale was a complaint and compliment box where everyone can air their grievances …
With a new baby on the way, I can expect to be sleep deprived for oh, the next 18 years, give or take. So while I wait, I've rounded up eight power foods to keep the melatonin rolling and my body relaxed, so that I can stock up on shutey…
I'm pretty sure I can't be the only mom who barely has enough energy to wash her face at night and slap some moisturizer on, since I'm so darn tired I just want to brush my teeth and hit the sack. Yes, the 30 seconds it would take me alw…
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This late in pregnancy, I have a lot to think about, as do all expectant moms gearing up for the big day. A barrage of thank-you notes for my baby shower. The best gear and decor for my nursery. And, oh yeah, giving birth (eek!). The las…
Leave it to my sixth-grade daughter to introduce me to one of the best ever off-menu Starbucks items: Snickerdoodle Hot Cocoa . Seriously. Outrageous. It may or may not be on the menu of your own local Starbucks right now -- I rarely see…
Since my picky eater is (mostly) a fan of rice, I've been riding the stir-fry train lately. Stir-fries are generally easy (and nutritious too), but I know that even quick prep can seem like a lot after a long day. When the meal is mostly…
Now that I'm rounding the bend on the final two months of pregnancy, the last thing I want is to catch a cold or the flu on top of the oh-so-lovely symptoms I'm already experiencing in the third trimester. Leg cramps, back aches, and run…