As one of three sisters, I was naturally excited to get my hands on Spectacular Sisters: Amazing Stories of Ssters from Around the World , by Aura Lewis. I've been having so much fun revisiting some of my favorite sister stories , while …
I'm already looking for ways to introduce my kids to inspiring women of history, and while we have tons of books on the subject of remarkable, inpspiring women , I love that Fisher Price's iconic Little People is out today with two new s…
Lately I've been thinking a lot about how to support my fellow pandemic parents , and I've landed on sending some funny, "just-because" cards as a start. To be clear, I think every parent who's survived the past 18 months deserves a pers…
Hamilton fans! Drop everything because I've just discovered that the Hamilton Funko Pop figures and keychains -- you know, the ones that super fans have been eagerly awaiting -- are now available and starting to ship earlier than expecte…
I know I'm not the only parent struggling with how to talk with their kids about climate change . So I was thrilled to discover these hopeful kids' books about climate change, each of which educates without inducing panic or despair. A t…
Whether the Christmas season is a stressful time for you or a glorious season of joy, I believe with all my heart that it will be infinitely improved with this Dolly Parton Advent calendar Yes, a Dolly Parton Advent calendar! The very th…
This school year , I'm not spending a lot of money on rain jackets for kids. Who's with me? I don't know what it is about rain jackets specifically, but my kids misplace them with abandon. Soccer practice, play dates, the Y...you name it…
At-home rapid Covid tests isn't the only thing we've been on the hunt for lately. With cold and flu and yes, yet another Covid-19 season upon us, I've been making a list of a few essentials so that my family isn't scrambling if we do com…
Move over, fidget spinners ! Thanks to all the new fidget toys that our kids are loving, you spinners have just been relegated to the junk drawer. (Say hi to those dead batteries for me.) In fact,I think these are even more fun than thei…
Not to brag, but here at CMP, we're kind of kids' books experts. We round up the best of the best lists every year, keep taps on the new releases , and share all kinds of YA book recommendations for parents . Which is why I was so happy …
Those ads for Ruggable have been popping up in my Facebook and Instagram feeds for ages, but it wasn't until their Star Wars line of rugs debuted that I finally gave in and bought one. In my defense, the designs are super cool! And subtl…
Let's talk progressive 4th of July tees . We feature cool flag tees and clothing of all kinds every summer, but each year, there are more and more of us looking to celebrate the best of what this country can be and should be . "Freedom f…
I'd like to put in a plug for supporting indie bookstores right now, even if it takes a little extra effort. I'm seeing a lot of people trying to get through this looooong February (what's that even about?) by recommitting to reading. I …
If you ask me, there's nothing as cheerful as shopping for Valentine's Day gifts for babies. Necessary? No! Adorable? So much yes. And as a mom of little ones who really needs an excuse for some cheer and celebration -- especially with n…
I think I speak for everyone when I say that there should be a serum to fix what 2020 has done to us. And our faces. Yes, I know that scientists are a little busy developing COVID vaccines at the moment, but as soon as they're done with …
Inspired by the laid-back, powerful, and very modern style of Kamala Harris? If the answer is yes, duh , then we have a pair of socks you'll want to add to your wardrobe, ASAP. You know, to go with those Chuck Taylor All-Stars . These Th…
You might think experience gifts are out this year, with the pandemic is still raging, but I'm here to tell you they are very much in. They've just gone virtual. And yes, I realize we all have serious Zoom burnout at this point, so if yo…
I think I speak for all of us when I say, wow, that was awful . If you too desperately need some end-of-the-year levity, check out these funny Christmas cards that riff on all things 2020 -- from masks to Zoom to that big election you ma…
I was thrilled to discover this set of four ornaments celebrating 2020 heroes : nurses, teachers, store clerks, and delivery people. The handprinted set comes from our friends at Brooklyn's Goose Grease, and I think it's the perfect holi…
Let's talk ways to "meet" Santa this Christmas this year, during Covid. Because my young son will want a Santa Claus visit this year, and I know he's not the only kid, by a long shot! So I've been brainstorming alternatives to sitting on…
I'm throwing everything into a Mandalorian watch party when season two launches on October 30th (whoo!). because to 2020, we haven't had many reasons to celebrate. Of course, I'm using the word "party" loosely here -- I'll be streaming t…
With winter around the corner, I know so many of us are in full prep mode. Or at least as close to full prep mode as we can be while also managing work, online school, and preventing a household COVID outbreak. Oof. So I've tried to take…
Are you a parent or caregiver who plans to vote in person on Election Day? We have good news! Care.com and the Armed Services YMCA are teaming up to bring free childcare for parents who need to get to the polls on November 3rd. So brilli…
I imagine that searching for Halloween costumes using face masks is going to be a thing this year -- and I don't mean your typical Halloween masks that cover your whole face. You know how no kid wants their long-planned costume ruined by…
