We kick off the very first day of summer today and we are ready to trade in our backpacks for flip flops and swimsuits. If you're anything like us, you spend a lot of time outdoors, and a lot of time in the sun's harmful rays. Most of family is pretty fair skinned, so protecting ...read more
Earth Day has been celebrated since April 22, 1970 and was inspired by environmentalist, naturalist and pioneer Rachel Carson. She brought to light many concerns that were negatively impacting Mother Earth and she embarked on a mission to get others to care about the natural ...read more
Living in New York City, space is limited. Every little inch we get is utilized to its full capacity and if you have a corner of space outside, you capitalize on it. Now that the weather is getting nicer, the desire to be outside is growing stronger. Because I'm one of the lucky ...read more
And just like that, summer is over and the routine of school has begun once again. New backpacks and homework packets and of course, daily lunch packing. But how "green" are the lunches you are sending to school? Curious about how to send school lunches that are good for your ...read more
This post is sponsored by Ace Hardware. Summertime is all about relaxing and having fun, am I right? It's also about finishing all those projects you talk about during the year that you never have time for. What if I told you you could relax AND finish your project? And for less ...read more
As a company devoted to sustainable living, Unilever is rallying Americans to clean up their act in the bathroom with its program, “Rinse. Recycle. Reimagine.” Join the movement by sharing a photo of your bathroom recyclables using #ReimagineThat and #sweeps, on Twitter or ...read more
Our family has a very unusual back yard. It happens to overlook the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge. The Brooklyn Bridge Park is my backyard. As you can see from these photos, we're a city family. When we want to put our toes in grass for cartwheels or picnics we have to ...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
Earth Day is celebrated on April 22, but as savvy moms, we are looking to lighten our footprint every day. Little changes can make a big difference as Max Lucado says,“No one can do everything, but everyone can do something”, we agree. As a special nod to Mother Earth, here are ...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
First comes love...we are all about sharing the love this Valentine's Day. We kicked off the season of love with our #momslove campaign on both pinterest and instagram and even shared some of our favorite love quotes. The #momslove campaign also included a fab photo shoot by ...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
It's safe to say that a circus has tons of fun things for kiddos - between the animals, cotton candy and games, a circus is a kid's dream! Using adorable apparel, fun snacks and an easy to make circus cake, we've created the perfect Circus Themed First Birthday Party! Saddle up ...read more
It's that time of year again. Sniffles, coughs, and runny noses surround us. We need an arsenal of goods on hand to make sure our children are comfortable, and feeling better in no time. We have trusted Maty's all natural products for years. Maty's products were created by a mom ...read more
October is Fair Trade month and we are excited to support and celebrate such an important cause. When goods are labeled Fair Trade Certified™ it means these products are not only held to environmental standards, but they’re good for the farmers and workers who produce them as ...read more
What's new for baby? Whether you're looking for new gear, health & safety items or ways to entertain your little, we've got you covered. Below you'll find the latest gear trends for babes all of ages. vgear trends for baby by queentob on Polyvore Angelcare: Nothing brings a mama ...read more
Summer is here and it is an exciting time for baby, full of firsts~first trip to the beach, first splash in the pool, and first rides on the boat. Of course, we have scouted the cutest and most essential summer must-haves for baby and the gang in time for the second half of 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
With this coming Tuesday being Earth Day, we wanted to share some simple steps that my family is taking to consume less, waste less, and take better care of the earth. Love to hear what tips and tricks you in the Momtrends community have too! Leave them in the comments below so ...read more
I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for #CollectiveBias and its advertiser. #WalgreensOlogy There are small changes that you can make everyday for the earth. For me as a parent ...read more
Shampoo bottles, empty toilet paper rolls, cardboard boxes that held toothpaste. They can all be recycled, but often busy moms are overlooking the smallest room in the house when it comes time recycle. Here's the truth: Each year, Americans throw away enough 15-oz. shampoo ...read more
Preparing for baby's needs can be a bit overwhelming but take it from this third time mom to be, deciding what to feed baby isn't nearly as challenging as how. If you missed my essentials of breastfeeding post, you can dive in HERE. If you're looking for other feeding ...read more
Last week, 120 influencers, tastemakers, and parents gathered together in Water Mill, NY forHealthy Child Healthy World's inaugural Summer Luncheon. With a long-standing mission to educate and empower parents to take action in protecting children from the impact of environmental ...read more
Knowledge is power, and we love how the online resource, Healthy Child Healthy World helps us informed about on how to protect our kids from harmful chemicals. You can also join in on the discussion and learn with their inaugural Summer Luncheon. This annual event will allow ...read more
The Green Life Guides, launched www.GreenMomGuide.com to help families connect with the resources they need to raise their children safely. Green Mom launched after much success of the GreenBrideGuide, a leading source for green weddings and planning. The site gives parents the ...read more
Having a baby means having "stuff." I am all for creating an inviting, warm space for my children but I tend to stick to items I really need, are simple in design and are versatile. I always enjoyed activity time using a play mat or activity gym as a special time to bond with my ...read more
Did you know that we rely on bees for nearly 1/3 of our entire food supply? Not to mention all the fibers, spices and medicines the plants they pollinate make possible. It turns out bees do more than most people realize. Oranges, chocolate, artichokes, apples, carrots, tomatoes, ...read more
Are you curious where your old clothing goes? With summer fashion season approaching, shoppers are out admiring the hottest new styles and trends, but then they have to figure out where their old clothes go. For most Americans, the answer is the trash. In fact, the average ...read more
Big City Moms hosted their Biggest Baby Shower in NYC, and these ladies know how to throw a baby shower! Aisles of vendors, helpful demonstrations, products and informative lectures made this an evening that expectant parents didn't want to miss. The biggest change I noted was ...read more
Living in NYC, we have small spaces but we try to make the most of it by using what we have. In our house, we have an outdoor area where we plant fresh herbs and hang various plants, but it is really hit or miss with the process - sometimes we have success and other times our ...read more
I hope you enjoyed a happy Earth Day on Monday! I didn't want to let the week go by without a few tips on how to select Earth-friendly baby gear for you and your little ones. Eco Tip #1: Go organic. Whether it's a carrier, crib sheet, or swaddle blanket, baby gear made with ...read more
With Earth Day right around corner we have some tips on how to start living a greener, more eco-friendly life. With everything from treating your body better to protecting the environment, these tips will help you get the best out of this holiday. Give Up Plastic and Paper ...read more
In celebration of Earth Day 2013, KLORANE, a company that uses the purest plant extracts and the highest level of pharmaceutically proven technology to target specific hair and skin needs, is offering their NEW Eco-Friendly Essentials Earth Day Kit. Tucked inside a reusable ...read more
Want to party for childrens health? Interested to help raise awareness in your community about how to keep kids healthier and safer? Please join us in supporting Healthy Child Healthy Worlds Healthy Child Party Program! This educational initiative was created by Healthy ...read more
Kate Harrison, CEO of the Green Life Guides and GreenBrideGuide.com Offers Tips for kick-starting a green lifestyle this Earth Day2013 You can easily conserve resources in your everyday life just by making a few small changes in and around your home. Here are some other ways to ...read more
With Earth Day just a few days away we wanted to highlight some creative and educational toys that don't involve any bells or whistles. From updated blocks to environment kits, we found some our favorites to enjoy that spark young imaginations, instill a sense of wonder and ...read more
With Earth Day just a few weeks away (it is on April 22), we are excited to salute brands that live consciously all the time every day. Starting with essentials from the beginning for our babies, here are some essentials to get them started right from day one. Seventh ...read more
Green Alert: Ology is a new brand that features a line of baby and personal care products, as well as household cleaners all with your health in mind. It's been endorsed by Healthy Child Healthy World--a non-profit organization which researches best practices and products for ...read more
We recently discovered the ultimate online store with the designs from Fashion Loves Peoplewho recently won the AltSummit and ONE network contest for her fashionable scarves (check out our post here). As a blog about ethical fashion, the site also curates eco-friendly, fair ...read more
For Valentine's Day we are loving the cute Valentine's Day Gift Tins from Burt's Bees Baby. Like all items from Burt's Bees Baby, the bodysuits are 100% organic (with a monogramming option!). Check out some of our favorite picks here: Bee Mine Boy Valentine'??s Day Gift Tin - ...read more
All my kids' sippy-cups are BPA free, so why am I still transporting their food in questionable plastic bags? Well, because they'??re so easy, lightweight and practical. But, I don't like it. Luckily, it turns out, I can still carry my daughter'??s half-eaten cheese sticks to ...read more
The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in a home. It is not only a place where you create meals to nourish your family but a room where you entertain guests and share conversation. A kitchen also says a lot about a person and the decor you pick can reflect an extension ...read more
As April showers lead to May flowers, Earth Month is a great time to start gardening with your kids. Dunecraft has a great beginning kit with their Eco Plant Pals. Eco Plant Pals are a fun, environmentally-friendly garden starter kits for kids. Each plant pal comes with a ...read more
Can you think of a better way to celebrate Earth Day than by doing the laundry? Yeah, me neither. So that's why I'm sitting here doing some of the mountains of mine right now. But at least I'm using Vaska's earth-friendly detergent, or as they call it, Herbatergent '?¢.Vaska is ...read more
Earth Day (April 22) is the perfect time to talk to your kids about conservation and what everyone can do to help take good care of our beloved planet. Luckily, there are many wonderful books to help your kids grow up to be a friend of trees. Here are a few of my favorites to ...read more
One of the least green parts of our day used to be my kids lunches. Between the packaging and the bags, I was not surprised to learn that the average kid creates ninety pounds of garbageevery year just from the waste from lunch. Now, I pack lunch for my kids in a PlanetBox, an ...read more
By now we all know that it is '??hip to be green.'?? This is not only a concept to conserve energy and preserve our limited natural resources, '??going green'?? at home is a great way to teach our children how to recycle, reuse and reduce by using products that aren'??t made ...read more
Beauty products shouldn'??t harm or wreck havoc on the environment and thankfully they don'??t have to thanks to the numerous brands that focus on sustainability, recycling, and living mindfully. I recently learned about such a brand called EcoTools, a brand from Paris Presents ...read more
Chemicals, fragrances, dyes, toxins, and difficult-to-pronounce ingredients are the bulk of what most cleaners are made of. This not means that they aren'??t good for sensitive skin and cause allergies but that they are harmful to the environment, children, and pets. Luckily, ...read more
We're kicking off "Go Green" month with something a bit unusual for a Friday post. We regularly feature food and recipes, but today it's all about the table. Deciding how your serve your meals can have almost as big of an impact, as what you serve. At casa de Momtrends, we ...read more
