expecting moms

This fall in NYC and across much of the country has been unseasonably warm. The beautiful weather has been a godsend as both my belly expands and my walking pace slows down. However, finding the appropriate clothing to wear in this nontraditional fall warmth has been a different ...read more

As the weeks fly by and I am firmly in the fifth month of my pregnancy, I am having so much fun growing this baby. There are certainly a lot of consistencies between my first two pregnancies and this one (excitement, worry, sleep deprivation!) But there is one significant and ...read more

Maternity fashion has come a long way. This is my third spin into the the dance of dressing a bump. A few weeks ago, I entered the second trimester of my third pregnancy. As my morning sickness subsides and the weeks continue to roll by, the reality that this baby boy is actually ...read more

It’s hard to believe that my little girl is already one… Her milestone birthday was just a few weeks ago, and it totally threw me for a loop. It feels like it was just yesterday that I left the hospital with a six-pound nugget in my arms. Didn’t I just give her that first bath? ...read more

TWITTER BOOK CHAT Tuesday, June 16th10am PST / 1pm ESTHashtags: #MTBookChat#Hosts: @momtrends @iplayinc @JenniferVido Come join us for our monthly twitter party celebrating the latest releases in the publishing business! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, June 16 from 1-2pm to ...read more

Every mama wants to make sure their babe is nestled in and comfy cozy to maximize their sleeping environment. And we know we would be hard pressed to find ANY mama that doesn't want their baby to sleep and sleep soundly! Baby deedee makes extremely soft cotton pajamas and sleep ...read more

Valentine's Day is all about hearts and roses and dinner out and bottles of Champagne and pulling out that one lacy teddy hidden in the back of your drawer. But if you're pregnant this Valentine's Day, the rich food might give you heartburn, the bubbly will have to wait and that ...read more

With the holiday season approaching, we love how that means tons of family get-togethers and holiday events. This time is also the season of traveling, which can be challenging with the littles ones in tow. Nuna just launched its Better Together promo just in time to get ...read more

What's new for baby's nursery? We are always on the hunt for the best ways to nurture and care for our children. Check out some of the latest in baby trends that you'll want to stock up on for your baby's nursery. Aden+Anais: Fresh, and clean without the harmful chemicals is why ...read more

We have settled in to the new school year, and welcomed fall and now it is time to check out what is new to the toy scene. Below you'll find some of my fav fall trends for the littles. B Kids: If you want to hear your little one coo and giggle all while encouraging their hand ...read more

Choosing the right bottle for your baby can be a confusing journey. Good thing this mama of three has some experience in the bottle department. Check out what's new in bottle feeding systems and we're sure you'll find one just right for your little munchkin. Chicco: The ...read more

Our baby girl was grasping at our utensils and eyeing everything that we were eating so we knew it was time for her first foods! Although we make most of her food, we are loving the convenience, wholesome goodness and variety of these first foods for baby. Baby Mum Mum: If you ...read more

Motherhood rocks. I'm not just talking about the mad love you feel for your babies, I'm talking about the style. Gone are the days of muumuus and slouchy sweatpants. Motherhood is now H.O.T. Maybe we have the all the celebrity bumps to thank. From Drew Barrymore to Kerry ...read more

Baby B is three months old and I am awed by how much things have changed since my last baby was born! I have rounded up some of my favorite things for baby to make your life easier, your baby content, always with a nod to style and innovation. Aden + Anais: I love the new travel ...read more

Our baby girl loves her bath time. She has taken to the water like a little mermaid and it is such a pleasurable time for both of us. But I know bathtime can be a challenge, and a stressful time for baby and mama. This mama of three has rounded up the latest in bath trends for ...read more

As a breastfeeding mama, there are certain items that make the process more comfortable, more convenient and definitely more stylish. Last month I brought you my favorite nursing intimates, and I have also covered the essentials a breastfeeding mama needs. Here are some of my ...read more

The holidays are approaching and that always gets me amped up about fashion. I love to dress up for holidays and being an expectant mama will not derail that excitement. I had a chance to speak with designer Cecile Renaud, the celebrity designer who fashions clothing for ...read more

Taking care of my body has always been important to me. I try to eat right, exercise, get enough rest and drink plenty of water. When I found out I was expecting, I kicked my committment to my health up a notch, after all I was growing a whole other life! Lauren Bartell Weiss, ...read more

Bella Miranda is all about making expecting moms feel like a million bucks. She founded Elm Baby, an online boutique that covers everything you need for your maternity wardrobe. We had a few pressing questions for Bella about dressing the "bump" and all things maternity. Plus, ...read more

As my due date nears, I have started to really prepare for life with a new baby. I have my diaper bag out and ready to fill with all the goods and necessities teeny tiny "B" will need. (for help choosing your diaper bag-visit my post on my favorite diaper bags to suit every style ...read more

There's nothing worse than feeling uncomfortable, unattractive or downright blah while you're expecting...except feeling that way after baby arrives. Adjusting to your new body after baby makes his debut can be tough on a new mama. That's why it's especially important to pay ...read more

As far as parties go, baby showers can be oodles of fun, from the sweet decorations to the teeny weeny items that seem impossibly small to the overall cheer in the air. You usually have the option to shop off the parents' to be gift registry but I have rounded up some ideas for ...read more

Getting around with a little one sounds like a daunting task to some, to me, it's going to be a reality. We will also be traveling frequently as most of our family lives out-of-town. Baby gear abounds and there are some things this traveling just can't be without-whether day ...read more

As my due date is finally within reach, my nesting has really kicked in. By the end of this month, the final construction touches to the nursery will be done and we can decorate and set up for baby's arrival. Although, baby needs very basic things, we had so much fun choosing ...read more

We are huge fans of vitamin supplements, but not just any vitamin, ones only of high quality and potency.Rainbow Light, a producer of natural vitamins for 30 years, has been my go-to vitamin pre, during and post pregnancy. Rainbow Light recently launched their newest edition to ...read more

Earlier this month I told you about the new fall releases from Petunia Pickle Bottom, but they aren't the only new diaper bags out this season. Whether you're looking to spend a little or a lot, here are a dozen new diaper bags to entice you this season. The Caprice (1) and ...read more

With Fashion Week kicking off in NYC, what to wear this fall is all the buzz. As an expectant mama, I've been watching the runways for the latest in fall fashion but have to translate the trends for those of us with growing bellies. I love the gray washed skinny jean mixed with ...read more

With Breastfeeding Awareness Month well under way, we have written about essentials items a breastfeeding mama might need and heard from founder of Pumping Essentials, Joy Kosack. Clothing that a breastfeeding mama wears can make all the difference in her success, level of ...read more

Bath time is such a special time for a parent to share with baby. I am looking forward to the coos, chubby folds of newborn skin and cuddling my freshly bathed babe. Bath time can be a cinch as long as you've gathered everything you need before you undress baby. Preparing your ...read more

I plan on breastfeeding new baby just as I did with my other two children. While breastfeeding is a natural way of feeding your baby, it is not always the easiest. I recommend a supportive network to every new and experienced BF mama because every baby is different and every ...read more

It's funny that we use pre-natal products such as lotions and creams while we are expecting but never change our hair care regime during a time when our hair becomes the most compromised. During each pregnancy of mine, my hair changed drastically, sometimes for the good and this ...read more

It is super important for us expecting moms to find the right nursing bras while nursing our little ones. We need bras that are supportive, comfortable, easy to wear, and fashionable, too. Loving Moments by Leading Lady makes it easier than ever for new moms to find quality ...read more

I know myself and I am sure many of you out had to wear that "not so pretty" hospital gown while delivering. Well, I have worn "that gown" twice and now with my third pregnancy, I was determined to look a little more stylish. And with only one more week to go, I am beyond happy ...read more

Ja'ire International Fashions creates the most innovative and wearable accessories. I am always looking to update my wardrobe with accessories. I love multipurpose fashion for its flexibility as well as it is efficiency. Not only do clothes that serve more than one purpose say ...read more