Cool Mom Picks - De-Snot in Style

Thursday 20 April

De-Snot in Style

When you think of baby items that make you go "awwwwwwww...." humidifiers don't exactly spring to mind. But that's only because no one ever thought to disguise that big plastic eyesore as a panda bear. Until now.

It may look like a cuddwy widdle animaw, but it's actually Crane's ultrasonic cool mist humidifier. Bed, Bath & Beyond (or B3, for the types who also shop Tar-zhay) carries all five--dog, cat, panda, frog, or elephant. No lemurs just yet.

Of course they're not just cute, they're functional. They claim to be whisper quiet, they shut off automatically when empty, and when you fill up the tank, they run up to 11 hours. Which for my kid is like four nights. -Liz

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sales, whoo!

-Baby Star is offering deep discounts on very cute blankets, clothing and accessories for wee tots at a sample sale through 7/22.

-The vintage locket necklaces from Vintage Rehab are all 25% off now, and include free shipping. Get one for a truly one of a kind keepsake.

-This just in.... Moxie Kids lowers prices on all of the most hip, trendy and fabulous Summer items.

-tj&co's keepsake photo jewelry is all 20% off through July 31 with code summer20. Hurry! Go! Now!

- Save 20% on some of our favorite layette essentials at New For Baby with code GMH through 8/1

- Take 20% off Organic Style's entire baby collection through July. The discount is applied automatically at checkout if you shop through this link.

- The skater/surfer-inspired spring and summer boys wear at Georgie World (which we love) is up to 40% off for a limited time.

- All shoes and kids clothes at The Pajama Squid are a whopping 30% off through the end of July. Run!

- Tea Collection, the globally inspired children's clothing company, is having its semi-annual online clearance sale to make room for its fall collection.

- Here's an amazing one for you: Serena and Lily is offering $250 off their beautiful cribs and dressers made through partnerships with Morigeau Lepine and NettoCollectioin! Just enter code CRIB250 at checkout through 9/1.

- Use code CMPSUMMER for 10% off your order on summer party invites at Paper Shouts through 8/15.

Ask Cool Mom Picks

I was wondering if you have any 'cool picks' of kindergarten or early school memory (K-6) books. I have googled and just havent found the perfect thing. -Amy

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Kudos on being super prepared for Back to School, Amy. We have to say that the School Years journals are definitely a great way to go. Plus, they remind us of what we had when we were kids.

For something that's not necessarily school specific but will allow your boys to keep up with all their year long experiences, including school, check out the This is Me Journal.

Got a gift dilemma? A shopping conundrum? Write to CMP at info@coolmompicks.com.

Here's Something Cool

Want to check out your favorite bloggers dishing on cool home decor for families? Check out Linden Street's Home Style Guide which just launched. This week, you'll be privy to one of Dooce's favorite etsy shops, and learn what campy piece of art CMP co-editor Liz used to decorate her daughter's bedroom.

If you're in the NY, NJ, PA or MA area you can do a very cool awesome most excellent thing by hosting a Fresh Air Fund kid in August. 200 inner-city children are still looking for families to make their summers one to remember. Click over for all the details.

Looking for some cool tween book picks from an actual, bona fide, tween? Check out Mrs. Magoo Reads for recos, author interviews and more. Then hope your daughter grows up as smart and articulate as site owner Sophie Epstein.

Not getting the Mommytrack'd newsletter yet? Does winning a $500 gift certificate to Lucky Brand sweeten the deal? Click over for details.

Yay to PBS show (and CMP pick) Wordgirl, which just won a daytime Emmy for best writing in an animated series. See? We do know how to pick them.

From a global postcard project to a crafting challenge including a T-shirt design competition, 350.org is hosting a variety of fun and educational activities to promote climate change awareness: 350 is the most important number on the planet!

CMP-fave kids performer Uncle Rock has just announced his summer tour line up and parents in NYC, Woodstock, Albany and Northhampton are extra lucky. Check his site for the entire calendar.