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Recycle, donate, sell, return: What to do with your old tech gadgets.

Recycle, donate, sell, return: What to do with your old tech gadgets.

by Christina Refford | Causes and Giving Back, Tips and Tricks

I’m excited to kick off the year by finding some easy, effective ways to recycle or donate those old tech gadgets that we all have lying around. Not just for you, but for me too! I know not to chuck my trusty old iPhone into the trash after upgrading to a newer...
The top 10 most popular posts on Cool Mom Tech in 2021

The top 10 most popular posts on Cool Mom Tech in 2021

by Cool Mom Staff | Editors' Picks of the Year, Link Roundups, Tips and Tricks

Every year, we think it’s fascinating to look back and see the top posts we wrote that captured our readers’ interests and imagination. Some of the favorites were just fun (hey, trendy halloween costume!) while most this year were really helpful. And hey,...
How to practice safe socializing using tech during the Coronavirus outbreak

How to practice safe socializing using tech during the Coronavirus outbreak

by Christina Refford | Tips and Tricks

It’s ironic that I chose the word “connect” as my 2020 word, just to find myself practicing “social distancing” three months into the year. Suddenly, instead of looking forward to coffee shop meetups, long chummy walks, and dinners with...
Listen up! 5 fantastic storytelling podcasts for kids.

Listen up! 5 fantastic storytelling podcasts for kids.

by Kristen Chase | Entertainment

Podcasts can promote your child’s creativity and imagination without spending more time in front of a screen. And while there are more and more awesome podcasts for kids popping up all the time, we wanted to specifically highlight storytelling podcasts. Think...
7 cool ways Crayola is going STEM in 2018.

7 cool ways Crayola is going STEM in 2018.

by Ellyn Exley Dvorkin | Tech Toys

We’re always excited to see what new and exciting goodies Crayola is launching, which is why they’re one of our first stops at Toy Fair every year. And lucky us, we got a sneak peek their brand new and upcoming releases to share with you, lots of which...
All your personal info, all in one handy place online. Well, this is scary!

All your personal info, all in one handy place online. Well, this is scary!

by Kristen Chase | Best Apps

As much as we love the Internet, and the helpful information it makes available to us, there are definitely some downsides, like the Family Tree Now site which aggregates all your personal info, including addresses, relatives, possible associates, all in one place....
Here’s how to follow Cool Mom Tech! Because we are where you are.

Here’s how to follow Cool Mom Tech! Because we are where you are.

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Whichever social media site you prefer, we’re probably there too. Isn’t that how things go these days? Here are all the ways to follow us, if you want links to cool articles you don’t want to miss, breaking news, tips for last minute sales and...
Here’s how to follow Cool Mom Tech! Because we are where you are.

Here’s how to follow Cool Mom Tech! Because we are where you are.

by Cool Mom Staff | Meta

Whichever social media network you prefer, we’re probably there too. Isn’t that how things go these days? Here are all the ways to follow us, for links to cool articles you don’t want to miss, breaking news, tips for last minute sales and discounts...
Here’s how to follow Cool Mom Tech! Because we are where you are.

Here’s how to follow Cool Mom Tech! Because we are where you are.

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Whichever social media site you prefer, we’re probably there too. Isn’t that how things go these days? Here are all the ways to follow us, for links to cool articles you don’t want to miss, breaking news, tips for last minute sales and discounts we...
Here’s how to follow Cool Mom Tech! Because we are where you are.

Here’s how to follow Cool Mom Tech! Because we are where you are.

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 Kristen Chase + Liz Gumbinner of Cool Mom Picks We started Cool Mom Tech in 2010 to help make digital parenting easier. Whether you found us from a TV appearance, Google, or a reco from a friend, we're so glad you're here.

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