Cool Mom Picks - Summer Sling

Saturday 14 June

Summer Sling

The SolarVeil sling from Mamma's Milk has taken up permanent residence in my pool bag, right next to the sunscreen. Because my baby boy has that pale porcelain skin that absolutely must be shielded from the sun, but with two older kiddos who adore the pool (okay, I do too), staying inside all summer is not a reasonable option.

This summer sling is made with light gauzy fabric that's not only perfect for warmer days, it provides amazing SPF 70+ protection - above and beyond the sunscreen that I still insist on applying. I can nurse completely discreetly with this little protection panel (which you can easily tuck away if you don't need it) meaning we can lounge poolside all afternoon without fear of sunburned baby skin.

I also like the whole quick-drying aspect of the fabric so I can bring the baby right in the pool with me. Why should my girls have all the fun? -Julie

Find More: Slings and Carriers

sales, whoo!

- Get free shipping and a free Activity Book ($14.95) value with your $50 + order from Klutz. Great holiday gift giving that won't empty your wallet.

- Three of our favorite Livie and Luca kids shoe styles are on sale for just $20 - including Viva Futbol - for a limited time.

- Exclusive for CMP readers: Save 10% off all the funky stuff at Blue Sky Rocket when you enter JINGLEBELLZ in the coupon code box, or just click through this link.

- Exclusive CMP code! Get a fantastic 30% off (along with free ground shipping) the gorgeous bags at Boujie Baby with code "Cool Mom" at checkout.

- Take 20% off* your order of exquisite handmade jewelry at Peggi Li Creations with coupon code "holiday20" before 11/21/08.

- Use code LGSNOV to save 30% off purchases at Little Green Star, a great place to pick up 100% organic cotton Ts.

- Take advantage of PrestoBingo's first ever Holiday sale -- 10% off for the entire month of November with coupon code "HOLIDAY".

- Head on over to Mugwaz for kid-friendly activity sets at 30% off with code SALE08.

- Custom Made For Kids is offering 15% off your next personalized storybook purchase with code holiday15 through 12/01/08.

- Save 25% using code CMPSALE at The Polkadot Papoose through 12/31. Check out the new styles!

- Fawn&Forest is offering their entire Cariboo line of products at 10% off through December 31st.

- Some of our favorite jewelry is now on sale now on sale for 25% through 11/23.

- Exclusive deal for Cool Mom Picks Readers! Any purchase of a hooded toddler towel or fitted crib sheet from the Jubi website will come with a free white standard sized bib set (2) [valued at $25] while stocks last. The bib set will be automatically included with your qualifying purchase.

Ask Cool Mom Picks

I'm searching for some fun winter hats for my toddler! Any suggestions? -Tina

It seems like hat season crept up on us, but thankfully, cool hats aren't too hard to come by, especially thanks to our friends at Etsy. You'll find a bunch of cute handmade hats, like these sweet ones from Timberdoodles for your little girl.

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For boys, we love this flame hat from BabyLegs - a nice change from the plain old winter cap offerings out there. And you can even get the BabyLegs legwarmers to match!

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

Here's Something Cool

Designers like Julian & Co. and Resa Design have joined up with Operation Shower to support military families expecting new babies. Click Here to learn more and/or attend their November 22nd 'Giving Thanks' event.

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Check out the YOU SHOP, GIRL! holiday designer boutique shopping event in San Francisco 12-4pm Sunday, November 23rd at Bunny & Bee's SF Showroom. (click here to register.) Shoppers who mention Cool Mom Picks at the event will receive an additional 10% discount on all Bunny & Bee products.

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Co-editor Kristen offers her best jewelry picks for under $20 over at The Mom Speak.

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NYers can now grab the cool kids furniture from Jellio at their new pop up shop on the lower east side through 12/23. Click for details.

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The new site Swell Pregnancy is giving away a prize a day through 11/23. Worth checking out.

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Want some help picking out safer toys this holiday? Check out our advice on Alpha Mom.

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The March of Dimes just launched its 2008 Petition for Preemies asking mothers to help put the issue of preterm birth on the national health agenda.

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The See & Sprout project is looking for used digital cameras. They teach kids in underdeveloped countries how to use donated cameras, then sell the photographs with the proceeds going back to each child photographer. Check out the website for more details.

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We love what Paper Shouts is doing this holiday season. Not only are they giving a percentage of their holiday card proceeds to Our City Forest, an organization that helps cultivate a greener urban environment, but they're printing all their holiday cards on 100% Consumer Waste recycled paper. And even better, they're hosting a great contest. Visit their blog for more details.

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