It's alive! And it's adorable. And you don't need any pesky lightning to bring it to life . In fact, all you need are a few eye stalks, some munchy teeth, and possibly some adorable chevrons and stripes, because of course monsters come i…
I don't mean to be a traitor to my generation, but Barbie has always made me a little uncomfortable, with her unrealistic proportions and the way her vet uniform is shorter than my negligees. That's why I'm so excited to introduce you to…
We love shattering negative stereotypes, and that means the beloved card game Old Maid is in vital need of a reboot. Enter Bold Maid , a beautifully designed, mod-style card game in which whoever ends up with the Bold Maid … wins! Artist…
Whether your toddler is ready for their first balance bike or you have a mini speedster on your holiday list, a ride-on toy makes an awesome "big gift" for either Hanukkah or Christmas. As the inadvertent ride-on-toy expert at Cool Mom P…
Little kids can be tougher to buy gifts for than it might seem. Either they want absolutely everything, or they can't think of one thing they want. Which is why I'm flipping out over the personalized paper dolls from Sandy Ford Design. W…
There's an uncomfortable stage in between childhood and adulthood when you might need a good luck charm or security blanket, but you know the other kids are going to make fun of it. We're betting that if your good juju comes in the form …
Yes, there's always that "Baby's First Hanukkah" bib that you'll use for 8 nights, max. But we dug to help find gift ideas for your baby's first Hanukkah that are just a wee bit cooler than some of the others. Hebrew letter blocks ($34, …
Don't miss a big discount and a special offer just for our readers We're always sad when one of our favorite indie shops close, but it's nice to wish the owners well as they are off on other pursuits. It's also nice when we get to pass o…
Once you enter the land of American Girl, it's not easy to come by real estate that can accommodate dolls of her stature. But we've found a doll house on the market that is just the right size for her and a couple of friends. And you won…
Relax, mamas: A toy chest doesn't have to be built like a tank with solid wood and hand-hammered hinges and passed down for generations. Good news when you're already experiencing sticker shock about that entire new nursery of yours. If …
Featured Partner We all hope you'll get out tomorrow (yes, tomorrow! Saturday Nov 9.) to support Neighborhood Toy Store Day, and find something on your holiday list right from your local businesses. Especially considering how much money …
I admit it: I am obsessed with wood toys, despite the fact that, cost-wise, I can get a gazillion plastic toys for one fab wooden toy. Wood is a little more mainstream now in the world of baby toys , but I find the prices haven't decreas…
I'm always looking for cool ways to preserve my kids' artwork. Sure, we've got plenty of it taped up in the kitchen, plus boxes of the really great stuff stored in the hall closet. But now my kids are going to be able to sleep with their…
My kids have always loved having a cozy, private nook to call their own. While a sheet draped over the dining room table can do the trick, I would prefer something that doesn't interfere with every meal. Instead, check out some cool-look…
Though candy and Halloween go hand-in-hand, there are plenty of non-sweet treats my kids would still love to find in their bags at the end of the night. And for kids with severe food allergies, I think it's always a good idea to have a f…
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It's true: we're Petit Collage fangirls. So it's only natural we think these new floor puzzles are pretty grand. With lovely artwork and big ol' pieces for petite hands, these new floor puzzles from Petit Collage are right up our alley. …
Whether you need a snuggly pal for that first camping trip or the perfect prop for colorful fall family photos, we just can't leaf this Etsy shop alone. We seriously want to snuggle all the critters in the Savage Seeds shop on Etsy, also…
On my now frequent visits to Manhattan, I've become smitten with many adorable kids' boutiques that I'm unable to share with you (boo!) since they don't yet have online stores. But that's not the case with this lovely shop, which just la…
Even if you don't have a sewing machine, you can totally sew your own Grumpy Cat plushie. And then pretend he hates you. And Mondays. And everything. And if you like more cheerful critters, the shop has oodles of patterns for owls, seals…
Ever since the AAP changed the car seat recommendations for children, kids are staying in rear facing car seats and eventually, booster seats, even longer. So I'm happy to find a car seat accessory for dolls, which can help kids understa…
If you're looking for a unique nursery decor idea, sometimes the best inspiration can be found right in your grandparents' attic--if you're lucky. I love the look of vintage toys framed as cool artwork for a baby's room, or placed on boo…
We're always on the lookout for wonderful wooden, eco-friendly kids' toys as an alternative to the plastic stuff that seems to be eating up the toy store aisles more and more each year. Etsy is always a great place to turn , and this won…
We have always had a fondness for wooden toys for babies. There's something so satisfying about them in every way, and they really hold up as heirlooms years later--I've got my own from 8 years ago that still look amazing on a shelf, and…