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Jacqueline Burt Cote

Jacqueline is a Contributing Lifestyle Editor at Romper. She covers a wide range of topics including everything from hot-button parenting issues to the latest in baby gear to fashion & beauty trends to health, wellness, astrology, and more. Her work has appeared in such print and online publications as Parents, Parenting, Pregnancy, American Baby, Bon Appetit, Details, Time Out New York Kids, Mommyish, The Huffington Post, The New York Post, Salon, and many others. She was a staff writer at CafeMom's The Stir, and has appeared on such TV/web programs as Good Morning America, Anderson Cooper 360, and HuffPost Live. She is also the author of the bestselling "Fast and Fresh Baby Food Cookbook: 120 Ridiculously Simple and Naturally Wholesome Baby Food Recipes." Jacqueline is the mother of three children ranging in age from 4 to 18 years. She lives with her family in Greenwich, CT, where her hobbies include putting off housework, staring into space whilst trying to remember what's next on her to-do list, and other things that she can't bring to mind at the moment. She can be reached at contributingeditor@bustle.com and is on Twitter @WWLD_jburt.
15 Cute 4th of July Desserts You Can Literally Make In A Flash
Whether you're planning to host a 4th of July barbecue or you've been tasked with bringing something sweet to somebody else's shindig, you might be on the lookout for some patriotic dessert recipes right about now. Actually, make that patriotic…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
The Most Successful Baby Names, According to Science
Parents have a million factors to consider when they're choosing a baby name: Does it flow with the family surname? Will kids at school turn it into a mean rhyme? Did you once have an arch enemy with the same name? One thing you might not consider…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
20 Baby Names That Begin With "X" & Have That X Factor
The letter "x" doesn't get a lot of love in the English language — not at the beginning of words. (X-Ray? Xylophone? That’s about it.) But if you’re trying to think outside the box with baby names, I’ve got you covered with 20 baby names that start…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote and Abi Berwager Schreier
20 Unique Baby Names With 3 Syllables That Have A Sophisticated Ring To Them
When it comes to baby names, a three-syllable name sounds like a main event — a "statement name," if you will. (I just made that up, but doesn't it sound good?) So what are some unique baby names with three syllables? Two-syllable names seem most…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote and Abi Berwager Schreier
Why You *Have* To Make Your Partner's 1st Mother's Day Special (No Pressure!)
The truth is, I don't really remember my first Mother's Day. To be fair, it was a long time ago (my oldest is 18), but I'm guessing the reason I don't remember it is because nothing all that eventful happened... maybe brunch? And whatever did…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
Here's How To Get A Free Raddish Kids Cooking Kit Sent To Your Door
If you're one of the millions of parents who found yourself #SuddenlyHomeschooling this week, you're probably struggling to find ways to keep your kids engaged and entertained while they're stuck at home. In an attempt to help out families like…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
Whole Foods Beauty Week Is Here, So Now's The Time To Try The Trends
The clean beauty movement is going strong, but that's no surprise if you're a Whole Foods shopper. The popular natural grocery chain has been a prime destination for clean beauty since people found out that "paraben" is a bad word to see on a label.…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
9 Romantic Poems To Make Your Wife Melt On Valentine's Day
If the TV sitcoms we grew up with were any indication, then all wives really want on Valentine's Day is for their spouse to show up with a giant, satin-covered box of chocolates and an armful of long-stemmed red roses — or even a poetic declaration…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote and Alice Emory
These Valentine's Day Quotes Say All The Sentimental Stuff So You Don't Have To
Even non-sentimental types accept the holidays in general as an excuse to indulge in more emotional displays than usual, and this is perhaps most true of Valentine's Day. Unfortunately, merely having permission to express your more romantic side…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote and Alice Emory
These Valentine's Day Instagram Captions Will Totally Make You Teary-Eyed
Some people are just in love with love. They live for passion, they find whimsy in everything, they believe 100 percent in fate. If you're one of those love-loving people, you're probably in need of some super sentimental Instagram captions for…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote and Ashley Jones
'Jojo Rabbit's Taika Waititi Made The Most Meaningful Oscar Dedication
The most inspiring thing about an awards show like the Oscars is watching what happens when one winner lifts up an entire community, and that's what happened tonight when Taikia Waititi won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. After…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
Brad Pitt Blew A Kiss To His Kids At The Oscars & OMG
At long last, after years of award-worthy performances, Brad Pitt won his first acting Academy Award tonight for Best Supporting Actor (for his role in Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood, of course). Everyone knew his speech would be memorable, but…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
J. Lo's Puerto Rico Shout-Out At The Super Bowl Was A Message For Trump
When Jennifer Lopez took the stage at Super Bowl LIV, fireworks were to be expected (both literal and symbolic). But J. Lo's Puerto Rican flag cape at Super Bowl 2020 was so much more than just a wardrobe choice. This important gesture made this…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
Beyoncé Showed Up At The Super Bowl With Jay Z & Blue Ivy & OMG Her Outfit
Queen Bey has a long history of surprising her fans (in the best way possible), but Beyoncé, JAY-Z, and Blue Ivy at Super Bowl 2020? The unexpected appearance from the Carters on Sunday afternoon was a particularly pleasant surprise, to say the…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
Hillary Clinton Posted A Meghan Markle Quote & Her Support Means So Much
In a time when women's rights feel increasingly threatened, inspiring words by strong female role models are more meaningful than ever. So it was especially inspiring when Hillary Clinton posted a Meghan Markle quote on Instagram: One powerful woman…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
Pop-Tarts Ice Cream Bars Are Coming & Life Is Good Again
Some might say foods like Pop-Tarts and Good Humor ice cream are for kids, but those people are missing the point. Growing children need nutritious food, while grown-ups can live on fumes and nostalgia... and that's why Good Humor's new Pop-Tarts…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
Ben & Jerry's New 'Netflix & Chill'd' Is A Movie Night Must-Have
It's not every day that Ben & Jerry's announces a new flavor of ice cream, so it's a big deal when they do — especially when that flavor is pretty much the ultimate treat for TV-watching. The result of an official partnership between the ice cream…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
Michelle Williams Spoke For Women Everywhere At The Golden Globes
Michelle Williams started making headlines at the Golden Globes the moment she hit the red carpet in a gorgeous, golden gown — pretty much the embodiment of that elusive "pregnancy glow" all moms-to-be are supposed to have. But it was Michelle…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
OMG, Ellen DeGeneres Revealed Her Birth Chart At The Golden Globes
Ellen is the kind of down-to-earth, seemingly approachable celebrity you can't help feeling like you know personally, even if you've never met her. But now that Ellen DeGeneres revealed her birth chart at the Golden Globes, astrology-minded types…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote
Tom Hanks' Reaction To Ricky Gervais' Golden Globes Monologue Is Everyone
The best thing about Ricky Gervais hosting an awards show is watching the celebs in the audience trying to figure out the appropriate response to his jokes. This year, Tom Hanks' reaction to Ricky Gervais' Golden Globes monologue pretty much sums up…
By Jacqueline Burt Cote