I have always loved celebrating THE most important and influential woman in my life, my mama. Now that I am a mother of three, we take time on this special day to reflect, compare notes, share funny as well as tear-jerking moments and I always get to grab some good advice from ...read more
The spring calendar is looking mighty crazy these days. Lots of entertaining and travel on the horizon. I've been mapping everything out and I think I have a pretty good grip on how I'm going to get everything done and even find time for a manicure here and there. I have some ...read more
Here comes Peter Cottontail hopping down the bunny trail, and we are bringing you Easter basket ideas to bring smiles, spread magic, and make this a very Happy Easter for the littles. Check out our latest finds, and don't forget to enter our fabulous giveaway. We brought you ...read more
BEST EVERYDAY STROLLER: OXO TOT CUBBY+ While you may know them for their can openers and garlic presses, OXO's line of baby and toddler products continue to make headway into the marketplace. Their Cubby + stroller earns a spot as our favorite new everyday stroller for 2017. ...read more
More than ever, moms are trying to find balance in their busy lives. We try to balance family, our partners, our work, with all of the daily responsibilities that fall on our plate. Each day is packed with an over-flowing to do list which leaves little or no time for ourselves. ...read more
We just finished our annual science fair project, and it's right around this time that I go into full panic mode wondering if I am enriching my children's learning as much as I could be. As a teacher, I know the value of creating memorable, fun learning experiences and the ...read more
You know we love to see ski mamas (and ski dads) playing in the snow with the kiddos. But we also know USUALLY it's the kiddos who get all the cool gear. Well, we are putting an end to that with our Snowtastic #SkiMoms Giveaway! We've got more than $500 worth of prizes to share ...read more
Love is in the air and the world is awash in pink, red and HEARTS. We are ready to bring on the sweetness and have spotted the latest trends for Valentine's Day. We've got gifts for her, him and the littles. Date night planned? Don't worry, we have some beauty products that will ...read more
Time for the Ski Moms Survey. Why? Because we think the ski and snowboard industry can serve moms better. I want to make our voices heard at the annual Ski Industry Association Trade show in January. I'm going to be presenting the results our our findings to the men in charge ...read more
It's that time of year where we are feeling festive and fun-loving. To celebrate the holidays, we are going to play Oprah and give away some of our favorite things. Join us as we host ten days of holiday giveaways. Each day we will feature a new product from our beautiful gift ...read more
The holiday season is here! With Thanksgiving behind us, it is time to get serious about holiday shopping. Last week we launched our annual gift guide. It is packed with gorgeous gift ideas for everyone on your list. Not only will it make your holidays shopping much easier, but ...read more
Yesterday marked seven weeks until my family of four becomes five. Pretty soon the family won't fit into a New York taxi, we won't be a "girls only" club, and as my husband loves to say, we will go from man-to-man to zone defense. In thinking about all of these milestones and ...read more
As you may have noticed we are really gearing up for Back to School! So far we have brought the latest trends from Skip Hop, Joules, Babyganics and Lands' End and we are not nearly done bringing you the best Back to School trends. In true celebration fashion, we are bringing you ...read more
The heat is on and we are enjoying the lazy days of summer. From quality family time to basking in the sunshine to nature walks filled with adventure~we are treasuring the glory days of summer. We have several mini staycations planned and have committed to exploring our "own ...read more
My very first stroller and car seat combo was a Chicco travel system so I have a special place in my heart for the brand. I can remember nervously buckling my little man into his green and grey seat at the hospital like it was yesterday. That little travel system served us well ...read more
Namaste...today is International Yoga Day. I began practicing Yoga a decade ago and have been a fan ever since. I do remember that before my first personal experience with yoga, my first thought was "yawn..." and I was concerned that afterwards I would feel that I hadn't worked ...read more
It is that time of year again, along with the fragrant spring breeze many will be tossing their cap in the air signaling a new step in the journey of life while others will be taking time to celebrate small moments with a special man in their life. We have rounded up some ...read more
Best New Everyday Stroller: Nuna TAVO Some strollers may have their specialties - like being super compact for traveling or designed perfectly for your daily runs, but our favorite everyday stroller is just that - the stroller we pull out day after day for the rest of daily ...read more
Mother's Day is May 8th and whether you're celebrating as a mom yourself or looking for ideas to indulge a loved one, we are bringing you what moms really want this Mother's Day. We are giving away a bundle of fabulous prizes to celebrate the special women in our lives we call, ...read more
I've always been a "crafter". My parents encouraged me to create things (or, at least attempt to) rather than buy them and the ideal has stuck with me always. Personalized and handmade items became super trendy thanks to the advent of Etsy, and now everyone can be an artisan. ...read more
Nothing puts a smile on my face quite like the simple optimism of a child. It doesn't matter the situation, my children always manage to bring me joy and help me to focus on the simple pleasures in life. To them, Life is Good all the time and here at Momtrends, we are happy to ...read more
Soon Peter Cotton Tail will be hopping down the bunny trail and we have been busy spotting some of the latest trends this Easter season. We kicked off the season with a new holiday tradition and it is all the rage in our house! We now are the proud caregivers of a bunny! Not ...read more
Shinymix.com accessories are a new favorite find.Momtrends reader special! Save 20% off your ShinyMix order with promo code: MOMTRENDS ends November 1, 2015 It's fabulous trendy jewelry at terrific prices. If you don't already know the power of accessories, let me preach for a ...read more
Fall means boots and jeans. I paired the Maria boot from Dansko with some new denim to create a classic fall outfit that has loads of style and comfort. I had so much fun styling these cool Dansko booties. Dansko, is known for three things: style, comfort, and quality. I don't ...read more
Who’s ready for a chance to win a Toys“R”Us EXCLUSIVE Strand Bands Deluxe Designer Set, the hot new DIY fashion accessory kit, AND a $200 Toys“R”Us gift card? It’s SO easy to enter! Here’s what to do. Head over to the Momtrends Instagram Page and follow us ...read more
I love the feeling of a fresh new planner AND getting organized. When I got the chance to preview the new Emily Ley’s Simplified Planner I said an emphatic "YES!" Here's why we love it! And you can win one! Head to our Instagram giveaway here: This is not a sponsored post. ...read more
Lands' End makes the crunch of back to school shopping so easy for busy moms. They have the fashions the girls want, the quality I need and of course amazing convenience--everything on my shopping list is just a click away. For the past eight years we've been heading to Lands' ...read more
Like most moms I know, I have a ridiculous obsession with Target. I can go in there for something as simple as paper towels and end up shopping for hours. Haha! I know I'm not alone in this! So, in addition to heading to Target for a million and one things on the regular, it's ...read more
I cannot wait for my three year old to go back to nursery school. Don't get me wrong, I've loved every minute (okay, every other minute) of our quality fun-in-the-sun time together this loooooong summer vacation, but that beautiful boy of mine needs structure back in his life, ...read more
The Back to School countdown has begun! Even though we are busy filling our days with leisure and laughs, we know soon it will be time to get down to the business of all things school. Appaman Urban Style, Comfort Wear for Kids has the Back to School looks we crave but the ...read more
We're all about the best Back to School fashion trends. This week we're sharing our top picks, favorite brands and a giveaway a day! It doesn't get much better! Go ahead and enjoy your last weeks of summer, we'll make the back to school shopping a breeze! Right now the girls ...read more
Back to School is around the corner and not only have we rounded up our favorite and most trusted brands for our 2015 Back to School guide, but we are bringing you the sweetest fashions so that the littles will be picture perfect come the big day. Le Top brings you high quality ...read more
Wet, silly, and spontaneous--that's what our summer looks like. From picking strawberries and getting sticky to running in mud puddles, fun doesn't come in a tidy package. We spend much of the school year with a tight schedule. It looks something like this: Then, repeat about ...read more
You know we love running. I write and tweet, and Instagram about it a ton! So I'm going to keep this short and sweet--because I'd rather you ran today than spent too much time looking at your devices. Today is National Running Day. Or as I like to call it, the day I celebrate ...read more
We all have everyday kinda heroes in our lives. Am I right? Maybe it's your best friend who always knows just the right thing to say to make your day better. Perhaps it's your mom who helped make you the person you are today. Whoever it is, why not take a moment to salute them? ...read more
Happy Family Love My Veggies Review: Juggling three little ones can be quite a balancing act and making sure everyone's needs are met is certainly a challenge. We have been hit with the reality that our third child must be super flexible and be comfortable when "on the go" to ...read more
Here at Momtrends we are all about bringing you the latest in beauty technology. Roloxin® Lift. is an instant wrinkle-smoothing treatment applied in just minutes that lasts up to 24 hours. It’s an entirely new way to revitalize your skin. Gone are the days where we had to wait ...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
One thing we know about our Momtrends' moms--they love to read. We've teamed up with Amazon to give you gift ideas for Mother's Day for every moms on your list. AND because we know you really, really love to read, and you're so busy, you can win a chance at a new Kindle (we've ...read more
Have you ever heard the phrase "Pay Now or Pay Later" when talking about your health? It is a little motto I play over and over again whenever I think about the cost of my organic lifestyle vs a more conventional one. By choosing an organic diet, I avoid harmful chemicals, GMO's, ...read more
This is a milestone birthday year for me and although I am proud of all that I have accomplished and know that I have many fortunes, I can't honestly say I am all that happy about my age. The biggest thing for me is that I want to battle the little lines that are tell-tale signs ...read more
We think spring is finally knocking on our door, and as we gear up to spend more of our days outside than in, we want to make sure our workspaces are organized, tidy and looking good! We need our spaces to work for us so we can focus on getting the job done, and have more time to ...read more
Celebrating your child's milestones is a joyous and memorable part of parenthood. When your child begins to pull themselves up and clearly enjoys the view, you know it is time to start thinking about shoes for your little one's tootsies. Friendly Rooster is an online retailer ...read more
Valentine's Day is right around the corner, and we're making it sweet for kids and adults alike! We're celebrating with an easy yet adorable heart-shaped baking craft that kids will love and a pink cocktail for adults sure to make this fun holiday a little sweeter! Throwing a ...read more
Every parent longs to spend quality time with their child. I try to make the most of the time I spend with my children, making each minute purposeful. But honestly, as a busy mama of three, I find myself taking on too big of projects and before I know it, I am cutting what's ...read more
As we mentioned a few weeks ago, it is no easy feat to get home from the hospital in NYC. Thankfully, Diapers.com, the site known for its free, overnight delivery of baby care essentials ($49 minimum), is offering an exciting and stress-free way for new parents to get home from ...read more
Learning to read is a special time in a child's life. One filled with excitement, wonder and pride. I loved watching my children as they began their on their journey to independent reading. The awe and wonder in their eyes as the letters that once looked like a mixture of ...read more
Shower time just got a whole lot cuter! Oxygenics introduced the iconic Disney figures, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse to their line of Combination Shower Heads. It can be tough to wrangle your littles to wash away the residuals of daily play. Oxygenics shower heads featuring ...read more
We are all bustling, hustling and making merry this time of year. It is the most wonderful time of the year, except for the germ loving conditions that seem to encourage every germ to invade our space. We are fighting back with Wet Ones wipes. WetOnes are the easiest way to kill ...read more
The holiday cooking season has officially struck our house. While I love to cook, during this time of year the cooking gets a lot more sweet with baking cookies on the top of our list. One of our other favorite sweet traditions is to make a gingerbread house. Normally I opt ...read more
