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…
Here are five of our favorite picks from Cool Mom Tech this past week: 1. Presenting the first actual Instagram camera, which instantly prints out photos like a Polaroid. Would you buy one? 2. If the dad in your life loves music, this un…
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…
Rainbows are a classic design staple. When I was a little girl, my entire room was decorated in rainbows, which might have been a little too much, come to think of it. But one here and there adds color and whimsy. This hand painted rainb…
On most days, I don't even know why I bother folding and putting the kids' clothes away because the drawers just end up in complete shambles. Forget even trying to maintain any level of organization within a drawer, I'm lucky if the unde…
We're all big fans of Plum Organics baby foods in my house, which we pack as snacks for the whole family all the time. But I've yet to figure out a good way to organize them, except other than toss them in a plastic bowl in my pantry. Ni…
This spring, we're all about getting re-energized, and so are these top picks that you might have missed from the last week. 1. Finally, a quick, easy way to get your photos organized. Your hard drive will thank you. 2. Give your regular…
I'd prefer one dozen versions of the " where do babies come from " talk with my kids before I'd sign up for even one "and this is how money works" discussions. I can cheerfully rattle off twenty-seven slang terms for body parts, but ask …
Sippy cup: check. Snacks: check. Wipes: darn tootin'. This is my leaving the house with a toddler checklist , and they come even before my own sunglasses and lip gloss. If wipes are still one of your must-haves when you head out, then, t…
Ah, Spring. When our thoughts turn lightly to disinfecting the keyboard and running away from zombies. Yours will too, once you check out these top picks from the last week. 1. Kids and parents of all ages will love this amazing atlas iP…
Technology is all about learning, growing, and now, going to camp at the Apple Store. Here are some of our favorite picks you might have missed from the last week. 1. With these ten smart tips for photographing your kids, you're sure to …
I am such a huge fan of decorating kids spaces with clouds. They are whimsical, delicate and playful. Clouds seem more popular now than ever, but they have such a timeless feel to them. When I first saw this cloud wall shelf , I quickly …
With the new season, comes new tech gadgets, games, and guides on Cool Mom Tech. In case you missed them, here are some of our favorite picks from the past week. 1. We've got the scoop on the new iPad release, such as the fact that it's …
As busy parents ourselves, we know ( we know! we know! ) how valuable our time--and space--can be. Fear not; we're here to help you out. That's why we're so happy to introduce a month-long series on Cool Mom Tech, the Productivity Guide …
Last week, I realized I forgot to grab a calendar for the new year when I glanced over to check the date on my desk and saw nothing but a gaping hole where the 2011 calendar once stood. Though I know I could grab a majorly discounted '12…
My apartment has been taken over by art supplies! I want to hold on to many of the supplies and keep them in an organized manner...if this this possible with a 3 year and 5 year old. - Holly Hi Holly, With three of my own little artists,…
I know I am not the only one who has looked at those photos of professionally reorganized closets and wept with envy. I am pathetic in the organization department, and my closets are the worst example of it all. In fact, they're less clo…
I love my Baggu bags so much that I've been tempted to use them as actual handbags, especially with all the junk I schlep around in my purse. Well, now I can actually do it without having to compromise my love for a swanky bag. The new B…
Pinterest, pinterest, pinterest! That's all it seems my on and offline friends are talking about these days--and for good reason. This virtual corkboard that allows you to "pin" and share your online inspiration can help make life easier…
This weekend at the NY International Gift Show, there was so much exciting new design that I can't wait to share with you all! But one of the first new items that caught my eye was from Hangups and Baggage, a mom-run operation that's giv…
Why yes I still am in full-fledged January organization mode, thank you so much for asking! I am spending wayyy too much of my free time (when I'm not organizing, of course) searching for beautiful and functional storage solutions . Aren…
Am I the only one who feels like the new year snuck up on them? I still haven't bought my 2012 calendar--despite the fact that CMP has already found this beautiful printable calendar and this fabulous calendar for kids. But wait, there's…
No one likes taking down those holiday decorations, but mamas? Trust us, you don't want to be "that one house" with the lights still up on Valentine's Day. That's why we've got 5 great ideas on how to store your winter holiday decoration…
When we discovered French site Tiny-Us last year, we were taken with their mission to sell paper dolls and other printables as a fundraiser for a local school for children with disabilities. And now I'm just as taken with their new 2012 …