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…
If you're starting to plan fall activities for the kids -- or even getting a head start on birthday or holiday gifts -- the popular educational kids' cooking kit subscription boxes from I'm The Chef Too are on sale, and the savings are t…
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…
If you're a fan of Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel , you're in luck! We spotted it for 56% off on Amazon today, making it just $11.85 instead of nearly $27. The best-selling Neutrogena gel is lightweight, it's oil-free s…
When looking to send the last of the summer camp care package gifts to my kids this season, I stumbled across these natural bug bite patches that get great reviews. I bought the single pack of 27 Quitch Bug Bite Itch Relief Patches and m…
In the fast-paced world of online shopping and digital transactions, we're all seeking simplicity, reliability, and security in our financial dealings and families have a powerful ally in Coinbase . As a leading platform dedicated to the…
We just got word that Hue , makers of some of the best socks and leggings anywhere, has more than 200 items up to 70% off right now. Including the comfy, stretchy denim leggings that pass for jeans . A few cool picks on sale : The best w…
Today, we got this comment from reader Katie, who's looking for shirts that celebrate the power of women and girls in sports. She wrote (lightly edited for clarity): My nephew, father of two young boys and a young daughter went on Facebo…
Can one bra support a 32A, A 34D, and a 36C all at once? We found ones that can! Thanks to our newest partner, the cult-favorite affordable luxury lingerie brand, NEIWAI. Nearly every woman knows about the array of bras in multiple sizes…
If you've ever had the desire to update your closet and get organized , this is the time to do it. The Container Store is currently offering 30% off Elfa custom designs for your closet, kitchen pantry, home office, kids' rooms, small spa…
Neon sneakers are huge this year , and wow are there a lot of great ones! If you're looking for cool neon sneakers for back to school, and you've followed the excitement of the Team USA world-record-setting wins at the Paris Olympics , y…
Traveling with a baby can be exciting, but challenging when it comes to ensuring their comfort and safety on the go. As an infant occupational therapist , I love the opportunity for babies and families to experience new places together, …
We're continuing our list of dorm room essentials that you might not have considered with 7 more on our list. (Plus a few bonuses.) If you're sending a student off to college for the first time -- or maybe you're a rising freshman yourse…
I've become a bit of a pro at picking out dorm room essentials, which means separating the must-haves from the nice-to-haves from the not-going-to-haves. Especially if I'm paying for it. Having sent all of my three kids away to college, …
Last week, we relaunched our massive Baby Shower Gift Guide , and there's one that stands out to me as the ultimate gift of 2024: A Future Voter baby onesie. Made by cool Minneapolis mom Rachel Winter of Sweetpea & Co and featured in our…
When Breo Box first launched, we immediately recommended them as a cool quarterly subscription gift for tech-lovers, and named it one of our favorite subscription box gifts for men . I even bought one for my own partner on Father's Day a…
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is still going strong . And one of the most popular picks with our readers from our roundup of 10 ½ incredible Nordstrom Deals has been the high-waist leggings with pockets. Because, pockets. But say you're…
With a renewed interest in space over the last few years (and hey, the solar eclipse didn't hurt!), I think kids are going to fall in love with the brand new Smithsonian x Crate & Kids Space Shop that just launched. No pun intended. They…
Each year, we love scouring the web for the very best baby gifts to share in our annual Ultimate Baby Shower Gift Guide. It's something we love doing, because what gives us reason to celebrate more than the hope and promise symbolized by…
I love it when two of my favorite makers come together. In this case, a collab between prolific designer Lisa Congdon x Subversive Cross-Stitch in an online, limited time pop-up shop. You'll find 8 beautiful, cheery, modern Lisa Congdon …
While I've seen such a beautiful swell of love, support and compassion for all kinds of people all over my social media through the years, I've also talked to lots of moms who are wondering how to talk to kids about prejudice , racism, a…
