What’s new at Apple that parents need to know about | Out-Tech Your Kids Episode 17
Over the last couple of months, Apple has launched some pretty awesome devices and features that are pretty pertinent to parents – from Family Set-Up to the new HomePod Mini – and a few other things in between. So, on this episode of Out-Tech Your Kids,...
Fun games you can play on your phone to keep you from going crazy | Out-Tech Your Kids Ep 15
We think you can all agree that with everything going on, it’s a smart idea to have a few little distractions to take your mind off things. For Liz, that’s often a game on her phone. But for Kristen, well, let’s just say she’s a little out of...
Alert! Baby Yoda Lego Set lets your child build The Child.
A smart part of me is a little worried that we’re turning into the Baby Yoda blog here on Cool Mom Tech. But the bigger part of me is like “BRING IT ON!” which is why I’m so excited to share this new Baby Yoda Lego Set (top) that is now...
What are the safest ways to clean your family’s phones? | Out-Tech Your Kids Episode 12
Considering we’re still in the middle of a pandemic, and we’ve got cold and flu season right around the corner, we figured it would be helpful to talk about how families can properly clean their family’s phones. They’re super expensive, very...
Here’s what you need to know about Twitch Watch Parties (Think Netflix Party, but… on Twitch)
Just last week, Twitch launched Watch Parties, a feature that allows Twitch creators to watch Prime Video TV shows and movies with their communities. Whether you’ve got a kid on Twitch, or maybe you’re looking for a way to watch your Amazon faves with...
Shop at Apple this week, and help the National Park Foundation
If you’re already planning on stocking up on your favorite Apple products for back to school like we are (new laptop for online school, anyone?), then this is the week to do it. Now through August 30, any purchase made using Apple Pay means you’ll be...
Free audiobooks for kids on Audible, just in case you missed it
Whether you’re putting together your online learning program for the fall, or you need a little break from the KidzBop on your end of summer road trip, you’ll be pretty stoked to know that Audible is still offering free audiobooks for kids. Yes, you read...
5 ways to use tech to document your family’s stories from the pandemic
When our state was put under a stay-at-home order back in the middle of March, 2020, I told my 11-year old that she should start writing in her journal every day because this was going to be a time in history that her kids and their kids after them would be hearing...
The OurStory app: Highlighting books with diverse content and by content creators from marginalized communities. YES!
Over the years, we here at Cool Mom Tech (and Cool Mom Picks) have believed in the importance of supporting diverse companies, products, and books, as well as sharing content from creators from marginalized communities. From POC-owned beauty brands to Black food...NEW: The podcast that helps you be a savvier digital parent in under 15 minutes a week
Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
We started Cool Mom Tech in 2010 to help make our increasingly digital lives easier, more organized, more meaningful, and more fun, however old your kids may be.
We love that it's grown to become the go-to source for millions of parents who want commonsense info about tech delivered with a smile.
We even have the privilege of sharing our tips + tricks with The TODAY Show, CNN, HLN, GMA, Nightline, newspapers and magazines around the country, and our favorite -- regular parents who stop us at PTA meetings and ask us how old kids need to be to get a smartphone, and whether they really need to panic about Snapchat.
(Answer: It's complicated.)
We're so glad you're here! And we hope we can help you too.
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At-Home Learning Help
* 14 very cool virtual summer camps for kids
* 8 of our favorite online educational resources
* 10 awesome online STEM camps for kids this summer
* Homeschooling 101: Tips for newbies
* 8 ideas for homeschool schedules that may work for you
* Creative ways to socialize online
* 5 audiobook apps keep us entertained and learning
* The best ways to clean and disinfect your phones and gadgets
* 15 awesome podcasts to keep kids engaged
“Are you guys okay with Facebook Messenger for your kids to stay in touch with friends?”
Parents have questions, we have answers
So they want to get a smartphone…
Work with us!
