As Director of Special Projects, Nicole Cammorata helps guide Mashable's editorial innovations, licensing programs, and specialty series. Previously, she was the site's Executive Editor and its very first Shopping Editor before that. Nicole is also Mashable's resident gifting expert and gets a thrill out of helping readers find the perfect present. She received a B.S. in Journalism from Boston University and an MFA in fiction writing from The New School. She lives in Maine with her husband, their two young children, and a backyard full of flowers.
Latest From Nicole Cammorata
The 63 best gifts for moms — Holiday gift ideas worthy of a great woman
Surprise her with something unique that she'll truly love.
60+ Christmas gifts for Dad he won't have to pretend to like
We've got some ideas you won't think of on your own.
By Mashable Shopping
Splurge-worthy gift ideas
Luxurious and well-made, these are the gifts that last.
The 40 best Christmas gifts for the 2025 holiday season, hand-picked by our product reviewers
These are the gifts we've tried, tested, and loved this year.
The best gifts for toddlers according to a mom
What they'll play with again and again (and again).
The coolest kitchen gear and gadgets we'll always recommend
We tried them, we love them, and you need them.
21 Amazon finds that every toddler parent needs
Top picks from a mom who's been there.
Amazon Prime Day parenting deals: As a mom of two (and a shopping editor), these are my favorite deals
Every penny saved goes directly into the diaper fund.
My kids are obsessed with Toniebox. Get starter sets on sale for $99 during Prime Day.
Screen-free entertainment for the whole family.
Unique gift ideas for men who say they have everything
Interesting men deserve interesting gifts.
By Mashable Shopping
Best Father's Day gifts: Surprise Dad with something memorable
We promise there are better options than a mug that says "Dad."
By Leah Stodart and Nicole Cammorata
The best gifts for high school grads
Who says a practical gift can't also be fun?
By Mashable Shopping
Best graduation gifts for her: Gift ideas for college grads
These gifts scream "congratulations."
By Nicole Cammorata and Miller Kern
The best college graduation gifts for life in the real world
Hooray for a grad gift they'll actually use.
By Nicole Cammorata and Miller Kern
Former Meta executive turned app founder Shauna Sweeney on the power of moms
"Working moms are not just multitasking, we’re multi-living."
Influencer mom on finding her voice: At home, online, and at work
"Motherhood gave me the push I needed."
Feather & Bone founder Shubhangini Prakash on the efficiency of motherhood
"Raising kids is a full-time job."
Sexy Valentine's Day gifts guaranteed to spice things up
Face it: Valentine's Day is the sex holiday.
The best Valentine’s Day gifts for your girlfriend
Skip the heart-shaped jewelry — we're begging you.
By Nicole Cammorata and Miller Kern
Best Valentine's Day gifts for her: Skip the clichés
We're picking the bar up off the floor.
By Leah Stodart and Nicole Cammorata
