There is a lot of work that goes into throwing a holiday party or hosting family. When you are visiting your friends and family, it is customary to bring something as a gesture of thanks. While wine is always nice, we rounded up some other unique items to show the person that is ...read more
I love a good salty savory snack. Pretzels are my favorite way to crunch away hunger pangs. I do love my Pretzel Crisps, but I also love baking my own. We've written about pretzels a lot over the years and are rounding up our best pretzel recipes. Caraway Soft Pretzel Recipe ...read more
With all the negative news stories we're inundated with these days, our world could use a little--okay, a lot--more kindness. And the best way to spread kindness is to inspire it in our kiddos. Because if we teach our kids about kindness, we are helping form a future that ...read more
November is my birthday month. And my birthday just so happens to fall around Thanksgiving each year... And sometimes it's even on Thanksgiving, so Turkey Day has always been one of my very favorite holidays. While I'm all in with every holiday, I can't ignore the merits of a day ...read more
I’m not a big believer in traditional New Year’s resolutions. More often than not, in years past, I’ve set myself up for failure with unrealistic, unfocused, and grandiose goals. Lose weight, eat better, exercise more, indulge in “me time,” be more present with my children. Um, ...read more
I'll admit - I love staying in for New Year's Eve. After a month of holiday parties and family get-togethers, I have little interest in trying to find a babysitter, battling the crowds, shelling out big bucks for a prix fixe dinner and trying to keep my eyes open until 12:01. ...read more
Looking for something a little different to serve this holiday season? Skip the traditional eggnog and instead serve up a batch of this hot apple cider nog - all the creamy goodness that you love of eggnog but with the added sweetness and seasonal touch of hot apple cider. ...read more
Between the cold weather, holiday music on repeat, and all the lights and decorations, I swear that every morning feels like a morning worthy of hot cocoa with the kids! Today, in celebration of National Hot Cocoa Day, we're sharing some of our favorite hot cocoa recipes - a ...read more
T'is the season to be totally festive. I've always loved nail art and firmly believe that even adding a little bit of an accent completely ups your outfit. The problems with nail art is that it's expensive and/or time consuming. (My favorite nail place charges $68 for a designer ...read more
Normally, I don't like things in my wine. Thanks-but-no-thanks, sangria - you can keep you fruit out of my glass of vino. But somehow the combination of wine and warmth and spices and citrus in this mulled wine makes it just perfect for cold winter nights this time of year. ...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
One of our favorite family traditions is going to Angevine Farm in Connecticut to chop down our tree. We drive up to this family-owned farm months in advance to tag a tree as our own, then the weekend after Thanksgiving, we head back to the farm to saw it down and bring the ...read more
If you're like me and are STILL dragging your feet on ordering your holiday cards, it's not too late! There is still time to order and some great deals to be had. We've rounded up some of the best deals, discounts and coupon code just for you. No more excuses! Here are ...read more
Still have some fresh cranberries left over from last week's cranberry gin martini or one of these fresh cranberry recipes? Then dust off those copper Moscow Mule cups and mix up a batch of this holiday version - the Cranberry Moscow Mule. I had pinned this recipe a year or so ...read more
Do you buy new holiday pajamas for the kids every year? I never grew up with the tradition but I love that it ensures your kids aren't wearing ratty old PJs and actually look cute in those holiday morning photos - ha! If you're still shopping for some cute options to deck the ...read more
Time for holiday fun. For me it meant a trip to the Union Square Market to shop small and style plaid for the holidays. Plaid is so festive--in such a classic way. This cape will be your signature piece for the season. Talbots has this one and a black and white check cape too. ...read more
Fresh cookies in the oven. Hot cider in my mug. An evergreen decorated with lights. One of my favorite parts of the holidays are the smells. You can use this easy stovetop potpourri recipe any time that you want to make your house smell amazing. I use this stovetop potpourri ...read more
Thanksgiving may be over, but fresh cranberries are still in season. Relatively inexpensive, these ruby gems are a delicious and festive addition to the holiday season. Plus, they are healthy too - cranberries are low in calories and low on the glycemic index,loaded with ...read more
SAVE $15 ON YOUR MERRY MAMA T-SHIRT! Time to get your Merry On! With our exclusive Merry Mama T-shirt! You know I used to work in fashion...so many years at Ralph Lauren. Well after the success of the Mom Boss t-shirt I went back into the workshop and came up with this! USE CODE ...read more
We all know how hard it can be to find ways to keep kids entertained when the family all gathers together for a holiday. Am I right? Whether we're talking about Thanksgiving, Christmas or even spending New Year's Eve in, the key to keeping kids happy is keeping them good and ...read more
As the first dusting of snow hits the northeast, we are settling into the familiar days of the season and anticipating the most wonderful time of the year. Yes! The jolly, holly holidays have just begun and we couldn't think of a better time to spread a little cheer. We are ...read more
I’m one of those “don’t-even-talk-to-me-about-the-December-holidays-until-we-get-through-Thanksgiving” people. I love me my presents and my eggnog and my stocking stuffers and my tree-trimming trinkets, but I don’t like skipping ahead and glossing over fall’s grand finale. ...read more
The holidays are almost here! Time to gather the kids for some festive seasonal reads. There's nothing quite better than curling up with your little ones at bedtime with a new holiday book pick. Kids love the excitement of this time of year. Not to mention, moms like it, too! ...read more
Enjoying the holiday weekend? We have a few patriotic items to get your holiday really going. You don't have to be traditional when you're going the red, white, and blue route: any shade of each hue will do especially if you combine them. A subtle star, a chunky necklace, and a ...read more
Check out Festive Fourth of July Party Ideas by nicole feliciano at Mode This is a sponsored post. ...read more
Christmas has come and gone, but we're celebrating the holidays right on through the new year around here! My whole family is on vacation and I'm willing to bet that we aren't the only ones...And I'm also pretty sure we aren't alone in having little ones that need to be ...read more
Think back for a moment about the past year...How many hours of happiness has your precious pet brought you? Countless hours right? There's nothing quite like the contentment that comes from curling up with your fur baby for some snuggles. Isn't it time you said thank you to your ...read more
When I became a mom for the first time, nothing delighted me more than gazing at the precious I had helped create. And while I reveled in my role as a new mom, that doesn't mean I stopped being me. That's an important thing to remember when you're shopping for a new mom. The new ...read more
One thing that my mom really focused on when we were growing up is that the holidays aren't about giving, they're about receiving. From a very early age I just loved shopping for and making gifts for my loved ones...even more than I liked tearing into my own presents on Christmas ...read more
Every year my mom, sister and I gather in one of our kitchens for our annual holiday baking fest. We usually make several different kinds of cookies to get us through our Christmas celebrations. And this year was no exception. Well, there was something different about this year. ...read more
Still looking for a last-minute gift idea? This homemade DIY body scrub is one of my favorites to give (and to receive!). It's easy to make, inexpensive and can be personalized for your gift recipient. Here's what you need to whip up a batch this afternoon and cross those last ...read more
The holiday countdown is on! And I’m ready to get crackin’ on all things festive, fun, holly, and jolly. My favorite way to celebrate the season: breaking bread with friends and family. To kick off the most wonderful time of the year, Momtrends hosted an incredible event with a ...read more
My name is Lauren and I have a problem. I am addicted to buying my children Christmas outfits... Christmas outfits that will probably get worn once this year before being thrown into our ever-growing abyss of retired kids’ clothes. (But I’ll always have that Instagram memory!) ...read more
'Tis the season for holiday parties and since we are all about sharing this special time with the kiddos, we are hosting a Handmade Holiday Party. Instilling in children that every gift doesn't have to be bought at the store is an important life lesson that will turn them into ...read more
If you've decided to take a pass on shopping today, never fear, there's still plenty of holiday fun to be had! In our house, the day after Thanksgiving always kicks off the holiday season. We put on some festive tunes, whip up a batch of hot cocoa, set out some Christmas cookies ...read more
As more than 30 million Americans hit the roads (and don't forget about the nearly 30 million in the air), parents across the land are dealing with short attention spans and the occasional meltdown. We opted for the late-night drive routine to get to our Thanksgiving ...read more
Ever feel like life would be easier if you just had another pair of hands or a few more hours in the day - especially during the holidays? We may have found the next best thing - QuadJobs. Now that the holidays are upon us, our lists of errands to run, gifts to buy, and things ...read more
Check out Holiday Baking Must Haves by nicole feliciano at Mode This is a sponsored post. ...read more
We're ready for the holidays thanks to a recent trip to Children's Place. Check out all the things we found for a total of $75. This fun video offers a look at what is trendy and cool for kids to wear this holiday. I share tips on how to get ready for the holidays in style. ...read more
Midi skirts are the perfect pick for holiday. They flatter most figures and can be extremely versatile. When I was in the Talbots showroom a few weeks ago, I was swooning for the florals. Yes, I did see a lot of big, lush spring florals on my editor's visit, but I was even more ...read more
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsQ-wxABb_I We’re in a bit of a blogging conundrum here at Momtrends. You see, as moms, we want to experience and enjoy the present. But as editors, we need to think ahead and anticipate the trends. And, so, while we desperately want to bask in ...read more
November is the perfect time to start planning ways to save money and be green for the holidays. Many moms overspend when it comes to wrapping and packaging gifts. I've put together tips to save your cash and some trees this holiday season. Frugal Guide to Gift Packaging Time ...read more
Believe it or not, the holidays are coming soon! Now's the time to plan ahead for the festivities by picking up some holiday themed books for the kids. Who doesn't like reading a tale about presents, toys, and reindeer? Take our word for it. The kids will be clamoring to get into ...read more
>Halloween can be tough, especially for parents who are proactive about what their children eat. (With gluten allergies and diabetes on the rise, this time of year can be especially disheartening for little ones) But even for the parents who don't mind a piece or two, the ...read more
The Fourth of July has always been a big deal in our house. Frankly, we get all pumped up for any holiday, but pair a holiday with the magic of summertime and our family is a bunch of happy campers! We usually have a big barbecue at my moms complete with a delicious spread and ...read more
Summer is here and the time is right for getting into the holiday spirit with some red, white, and blue! We put together this patriotic party for adults and kids using the traditional colors with a twist. Let's talk table settings. I'm not one for big centerpieces at parties ...read more
Easter is just two weeks away, so I bet if you're hosting an Easter dinner at your house, you're already starting to think about how you're going to decorate for the occasion, as well as entertain your youngest guests! Well, look no further lovelies...I've gathered together three ...read more
Can you believe that Easter is just a few weeks away? I, for one, am super excited about it. Easter has always been one of my very favorite holidays. I may or may not have already started decorating for it. And I may or may not be in my thirties and still receiving Easter baskets ...read more
Start the party off right with a cute invitation like this one from Polka Dot Design! The holidays are such a special time, but let's face it, they can be really hectic. Between gift wrapping, hiding the Elf and holiday baking, the holidays are a lot of work for busy moms! ...read more
When I think about holiday traditions, one word comes to mind...And that word is family. My sister and I have made it a point to carry on family traditions that have been around since we were small. You may remember when I mentioned that Hickory Farms has been a part of our ...read more
