Made with love: 6 easy DIY food gifts for Mother's Day

Food gifts for Mother's Day can be absolutely amazing, especially when they're handmade with love. Add a heartfelt note, and a scribbly piece of art, and you've got a gift that'll make at least this mama even more excited than a pair of Jimmy Choos. ... [More]

6 cool picnic essentials for a Mother's Day in the park

Mother's Day is one of my favorite holidays and not just because my boys spoil me silly with kisses. It hits at the best time of year when the weather turns warm, the flowers bloom and the farmer's market begins showing signs of bounty. If your mama is a breakfast in bed kind of lady, check out our easy recipes for a make-ahead Mother's Day brunch. Otherwise, so long as the sun is shining, why not celebrate Mother's Day with a laid back picnic. 

Grab your mama, some bread and cheese, and these 7 picnic essentials to celebrate al fresco this year. 

7 Great Mothers Day brunch recipes--even for those too busy to make Mothers Day brunch

Mothers Day brunch is one of my favorite traditions. However ever since having kids, Mother's Day poses a conundrum. I want it to be my day, which means not doing anything for anybody, but I also want to treat my own mama, and that requires some effort. ... [More]

Coffee talk: 6 amazing iced coffee drinks

With temperatures reaching 80 degrees in New York City in April, it's officially time to make the switch from hot coffee to iced. I've got to be honest, though, in the legendary words of Coffee Talk" host Linda Richman, bidding farewell to my warm morning cup of joe makes me a little verklempt. ... [More]

Five vegetable chips that make healthy eating easy

Got the winter squash blahs? Now that big mama nature has sprung spring on us, we get to look forward to a wider variety of fresh vegetables at the market. ... [More]

5 essential baby food recipes from 5 essential baby food sources. Starting solids research: done!

Making homemade baby food may be as easy as 1-2-3 (prep! cook! puree!), but it takes time. And let's be honest, it's not easy to stay excited about pureeing carrots. Again. ... [More]

Last minute Valentine's Day ideas. As in, super last minute.

Don't panic, mamas, if you realize you've forgotten cards for the sitter, or the teachers or uh...your actual Valentine. We've got you covered with some last minute crafts, recipes and more that you can have done tonight, tomorrow morning, or before the kids get home from school. ... [More]

6 Valentine's Day lunchbox ideas made with extra love

Ready for some Valentine's Day sweet talk? You can pack a festive Valentine's Day lunch that'll make kiddo swoon without even relying on those candy conversation hearts. ... [More]

Clever Super Bowl dessert ideas. Because one cannot live on nachos alone.

We are so excited to welcome Stacie of One Hungry Mama to the Cool Mom Picks team! We've admired her common sense, approachable, clever posts about food and cooking for ages now. ... [More]

New Year's Resolution Help: Healthier snacks for the whole family

If you're anything like me, your diet consists of the meal you've made for yourself and then all the leftovers you nibble off your kids' plates while you clean up the dishes. So if your New Year's resolution is to eat healthier and be a little more mindful of the things that end up in your mouth, chances are starting with your kids' plates is a good to place to begin. ... [More]