If you haven't discovered the joys of body oil, let me tell you why it's the bomb. 1. It's all-natural with no fillers. 2. It has tons of uses. 3. It comes in spray form! And now I may have found a new favorite, should you be interested …
If you're a design blog fan, you are surely familiar with the fabulous Joy Deangdeelert Cho of Oh Joy. This graphic designer, mega blogger, and food enthusiast has done it all from designing her own wallpaper to co-writing a book. And no…
Let me tell you a little about why I'm in love with the Serenity Star: when our daughter was first born, we were-- like all parents of newborns-- suddenly ruled by sleep and eating schedules. It was exhausting and stressful, made even mo…
Here five of our favorite tech picks from Cool Mom Tech this week, just in case you missed them. 1. Our Facebook fans went gaga for this snappy handmade onesie. Is your favorite photographer's assistant a point-and-cute? 2. This addictiv…
Raise your hand if your stroller needs a good fixin or deep cleaning? Great! Now that I have your attention--every single one of you--I'm thrilled to tell you about a new baby gear detailing service that will reduce the stress of maintai…
I still remember the first time I put a bib on my first child and attempted to feed her mashed avocado. The bib was tiny, and the burp cloths were across the room, and I panicked. We both ended up in the bathtub afterward. On the plus si…
We've loved Rockin' Baby Slings ever since they started rockin' the baby sling world with their simple, stylish designs that are great for even beginners. And now they're doing it again with a gorgeous new line of fabrics for their ring …
Accessories for kids can be ridiculously cool when they are done well, which is why I love these baby belts. They're not only affordable, they add just the right amount of pop to any little hipster outfit. My Baby Belts has quite the sel…
When I first got a look at the newest designer diaper bag design from CMP fave Mia Bossi, I thought there was just no possible way that it was a diaper bag. But like their other bags we've been drooling over for years now, it is -- and o…
I've considered feeding my one-year-old naked. (As in, naked one-year old, not me.) Though there is art in the way he manages to splatter his outfit with every color and texture of the foods on his plate, I'd rather not change his cute o…
There's hardly a mom who doesn't imagine that it would be nice to own at least one fancy, beautiful garment for the kids from a label like France's Jacadi . So hooray-- because they're making it even easier with a huge sale starting toda…
Picking just five of the best new products for babies? That's hard! And yet, a few weeks ago, I was honored to be one of the terrific judges at the New York Baby Show Expo put on by New York Family Magazine , and was asked to do that ver…
As a mommy that is constantly on the go , I find that my kid's nap times can be interrupted by life. So if I can't create nap time at home, I'll create it on the go. You gotta do what you gotta do, right? And here's a fabulous bit of gea…
With four kids in our home, we've gone through our fair share of booster seats, and I've never quite found one that has every feature that I'm looking for. But after discovering this new one from Cool Mom Picks favorite Scandinavian Chil…
The best diaper pail is the kind of topic that inspires some raging debates on mom message boards. They're essential. They're a waste of money. They're too expensive. I couldn't live without it . So what's a first-time mama to do? My adv…
Pink and blue can feel like such generic colors for a baby layette. But when it is done right, it not only looks great, but let's be honest, it does help a new mom avoid those awkward comments about "what a beautiful baby boy!" when what…
I just had my fifth baby a couple weeks ago and need some ideas for baby sun protection. Could you tell me some of your favorite products for making it easier and safer to be out in the sun with a very young infant? -Kim Congratulations …
The one summer wardrobe staple I missed wearing when I was breastfeeding was a simple, easy dress . (Yeah, not too many of us are willing to lift an entire dress over our heads in public.) But these days, there are so many cool options f…
Obviously, we've got Father's Day on the brain lately. Which means we're also thinking about fathers of all kinds. Like single dads. And those dads with a second loving dad at home. Evidently, Marc Jacobs is in the same place. So we're s…
Looking for a cool twin baby gift? Move over, Baby A and Baby B. You, too, Thing 1 and Thing 2. We found a clever new way to proudly proclaim your twin status on your chest. Our friends at mom and pop design shop Snug Attack are back wit…
Love bright prints, colorful toys, and cottons that will really breathe this summer, since they were crafted to withstand the sweltering heat of Africa? Love knowing that your purchase helps babies all over the world? Us, too. That's why…
Standard hoodie bath towels for kids seem to have one major drawback: they slip off. Once you let your damp toddler loose, there's no way that towel's staying on that newly clean little head. [don't miss an exclusive limited time discoun…
Toddlerhood is a mover and shaker kind of lifestyle, which is probably why our first lower budget stroller wore out its welcome fairly quickly, and our replacement umbrella stroller is handy--but not souped-up enough for a long day boppi…
The What to Expect When You're Expecting books have spent a million years on the bestseller list. Author Heidi Murkoff has definitely found a way to tap into what expecting and new parents are looking for--although the series is not with…