Back-to-school shopping gets a lot of attention for backpacks, sneakers, and new clothes, but the unsung hero of a successful school year might be something much smaller: a good name label. Mabel's Labels makes it easy to put a name on a…
Back-to-school shopping has a way of turning into a marathon, but finding a backpack your child actually wants to carry shouldn't be the hardest part. That's why we're so excited about the brand-new collaboration between STATE and Magnet…
Back-to-school shopping isn't just about notebooks and sneakers anymore. For today's teens, the right tech can make studying easier, staying organized less stressful, and after-school activities a whole lot more enjoyable. The trick is c…
Back-to-school season has officially arrived, and if the thought of shopping for school supplies, clothes, shoes, lunch gear, and classroom extras at five different stores makes you want another cup of coffee, there's good news: Walmart …
Back-to-school shopping has a way of sneaking up on even the most organized moms. One minute you're enjoying summer, and the next you're searching for clothes that can survive playground adventures, classroom crafts, and countless trips …
Packing lunch is one of those back-to-school rituals that happens every single day, so the right lunchbox can make mornings smoother and afternoons a little more enjoyable. Whether you're shopping for an adorable preschooler who needs ea…
There’s something about back-to-school season that makes me want to get my life together. Whether that actually happens is another story, but Paper Source certainly makes the attempt look beautiful. If you're someone who still loves the …
Back-to-school shopping has a reputation for being chaotic, but Target somehow makes it one of our kids' favorite core childhood memories. All that possibility packed into notebooks and pencils—it's the best feeling. But let's talk detai…
My second child is off to college this year, and oh boy, it doesn't get easier. But one thing you can do to prepare is have your dorm room essentials packed and ready to go. That way, when you're moving them in you can focus on them rath…
Did you know the average age kids receive their first phone is just over 11. Plenty of parents are saying yes earlier for practical reasons like after-school activities, walking home, or coordinating between households. Boost Mobile is a…
Alright mamas, football season is officially here—which means Saturdays and Sundays (and Thursdays and Mondays) are now for snacks, noise, and pointing out every bad call those refs make. But whether you're a diehard fan or just there fo…
Back-to-school survival for parents is real. Backpacks are packed. Buses are running. And parents everywhere are running on fumes. Whether your kids started two weeks ago or you're still adjusting to the new routine, this is the part whe…
Back-to-school season always sneaks up fast. New shoes, new schedules, and, if your kid is suddenly walking home alone or staying late for practice, a big new question: What’s the best first phone plan for kids? More parents are taking t…
Because the kids aren’t the only ones who need a fresh start in August Back-to-school season doesn’t just hit in one day. It’s a slow tidal wave of supplies, schedules, new shoes, and maybe a few emotional meltdowns (theirs or ours). For…
Getting organized is great. Staying on top of everything? Even better. Back-to-school season is the real New Year for moms. It’s when the color-coded calendar comes out, the snack drawer gets labeled, and you try (again) to make mornings…
We’re keeping it simple this back-to-school season. Prices are up across the board, and most of us are just trying to get through the supply list without blowing the entire month’s budget. These five brands are making it easier. You’ll f…
A little brand backstory (AKA why you should care) You probably remember The Children’s Place from your own childhood mall runs. These days, it’s less about nostalgia and more about helping moms keep up with the chaos of raising actual k…
Each year, in our annual back to school shopping guide , we always love tracking down those cool lunch box accessories, water bottles, bentos , and other fun goodies that help make opening that same lunch box every day a little more spec…
Finding all of these free sight word printables for kindergarten instantly brings me back to those sweet early days of school , sniff.I have teens now, but I remember how scary it could be to send your kid off to kindergarten, hoping tha…
It's not often that we see such a steep discount on the classic Fjallraven Kanken Backpack but wow -- we spotted the classic 14" Kanken on sale at Zappos in black for 25% off, plus other styles up to 33% off if you hurry. Some purchases …
When we put together our picks for the coolest backpacks for preschool and kindergarten each year, we think about how exciting it is for little ones to pick what may be their very first school gear ever. They geek out over all their scho…
Hi Cool Mom Picks, I know you've tested so many lunch boxes every year and I was hoping you could tell me what you think really are the best lunch boxes . I want something I don't have to get rid of at the end of every year! And it shoul…
Preschoolers or kindergarten students often feel nervous about their first days and weeks of school. Or their first month of school. Even older kids may feel anxious about a new teacher, new friends, or just getting back into a more rigo…
The first trick in finding a cool lunch bag for teens that they'll actually use is to make sure they have a say . So sit down with them and peruse our picks, created with the help of our own teens. As our own kids have gotten older, we k…