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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

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

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

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

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

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

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.  Related: DIY Mothers Day serving tray First, let' talk about WHO put this list together. We were lucky to nab the ...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

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

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

Did you know that this year marks 20 years of the first release of the classic movie, Sleeping Beauty? Princess Aurora aka Briar Rose was quite a beauty so maybe there's something to the old adage, "Getting my beauty sleep." Getting a good night's rest plays a crucial role in ...read more

I'm pretty sure that headline caught your attention. If your family looks like mine, you know a thing or too about the value of the American Girls dolls. I'm not talking about monetary value, I'm talking about two things: Creative play. Wholesome fun. Complaints about the ...read more

The holiday season is here and the hustle and bustle of the season has begun. All too many of us are working, searching for the perfect gift, entertaining and caring for our children. When was the last time you took a time-out? A little spa R & R? Massage Envy Spa has over 1,000 ...read more

An A list performer, singer, dancer, actress, reality TV show host and now author! Jennifer Lopez dishes it all in an intimate conversation with Hoda Kotb. JLo is set to chat with Hoda Kotb next week, live in NYC. JLo will be speaking to Hoda about her life and new book, True ...read more

Did you know that the Chicken of the Sea brand is turning 100 years old? As one of the nation’s leading providers of seafood, Chicken of the Sea is celebrating their centennial by paying it forward through the Chicken of the Sea Great American Gratitude Tour. Through this ...read more

We love to travel, but when you have a baby you will need the right gear to continue to have the same adventures. One of our favorites is the Baby Björn Travel Crib Light, a portable and lightweight crib that is super easy to set up, carry and fold. This includes a system that ...read more

While we love showcasing beautiful clothing and the latest trends, we also think that the most beautiful thing that you will ever wear is a smile. In fact, a quote comes to mind: "The prettiest thing you will ever wear is your smile." A smile, though, can be a determent to ...read more

This year marks another BIG one in the bee hive as our middle child will be entering Kindergarten. That means this Queen Bee will have two school aged children! Back-to-school shopping has taken on a whole new meaning with this little girl and she knows what she likes and what ...read more