Right now my home is also my office and a school. It's more important than ever that I make it beautiful and smelling good. I've always been a candle girl, and I'm delighted that there's and entire month devoted to candles. Here's why your home needs more candles and a cool ...read more
Fall is the perfect time to host gatherings with family and friends in your home. We're not just talking about Thanksgiving either. With the weather getting cooler, it's nice to get together in someone's home and have a wine and cheese night. For our fall entertaining we're ...read more
Hosting a Halloween bash this year? Whether you're planning a full on party or just hosting a few families for pizza before heading out to trick-or-treat, we've rounded up some spoooooky adult sips that can serve a crowd. Because no one wants to be stuck in the kitchen mixing ...read more
My new Vizsla puppy has been with us for nearly two weeks and we're totally in love. We are knee-deep into potty training and we are using a crate to help everyone in the family. A dog crate is an essential training tool. They need to be sturdy and safe. I know finding the ...read more
Yes, we're hopping on the Halloween bandwagon a bit early this season. But it's never too soon to start prepping for spooktacular holiday fun! The secret to any good Halloween decoration is making it creepy. Even in small amounts, a little terror can go a long way. I found these ...read more
Healthy Equation's Learning Lab is offering a new mini course to help parents thrive in the new world of digital learning from home. With 5 lessons filled with activities and preparation guides, you’ll have everything you need to start this semester on the right foot. Sign up ...read more
How do you feel about all the extra cooking you've been doing? Same. I love the family time, but I could use a support staff. With cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner (plus snacks), I feel like I am constantly washing dishes. This is why you need to up your cleaning game with ...read more
While the weather is sublime, we implore you to plan one last summer date night before it's too late. We've whipped up a stress-free crab feast that brings sweet sips and seafood together. Related: Cheap and fun summer date night idea Ordering a Seafood Feast from Goldbelly How ...read more
Family is more important than ever. When life gets rough, we remember what really matters. Right now in this moment, we're focused on family, and that's one of the few silver linings right now. There's a way to hang onto the good parts of life, by creating special keepsakes with ...read more
With the kiddos heading back to school soon, we have been searching for some fun ideas to set the tone for a great transition into fall. Whether you’re looking for ways to make the most out of the remaining summer season, getting ready to head back-to-school, prepping for a ...read more
We've been lax about bedtime this summer... to say the least. With a focus on carefree fun and sun, our usual routine has gone out the window, and our turndown time has gotten way, waaaaaaaaay later than intended. Related: Be prepared for back to school with the right first aid ...read more
In this crazy back to school season, most moms I know are doing what they can to stay positive and keep things moving forward. We're back to school shopping and we're setting up our homework stations all within a VERY tense and stressful framework of not knowing how this school ...read more
I'm in full-blown back to school mode. Yep, it looks different this year, and that means I have a few more things to do on my mom checklist, such as being prepared for back to school season with the right first aid kit. Did you know that a majority of parents (53%) have been ...read more
We've been using SodaStream for a decade and the love affair continues. Did you know that Americans drink over 40 gallons of fizzy drinks per capita each year, and we spend about $40B annually on packaged soda? Since our love affair with fizz isn't going away anytime soon, it's ...read more
I've talked a lot about summer wardrobe updates that are quick and easy, but do you also update your bedding? As a COVID makeover project, we decided to help a friend with an easy teen bedroom makeover. With some fresh bedding an a bit of furniture moving, we updated a room for ...read more
I don't know if it's the clutter of the holidays or the arrival of new gifts and gadget to find a home for, but a new year always inspires me to clean out and purge. However, while I may get inspired to clean out closets, this doesn't always translate into actually doing it. ...read more
I fell for the Bijou Indochine jewelry designs by Natalie Bombet at the Momtrends Holiday event. I ended up doing most of my holiday shopping at her online store. When COVID hit, the clever entrepreneur pivoted and started making DIY kits. This week my girls and I have been ...read more
Here we are in July. No one knows if and when school will go back to normal, but life goes on and we've got to keep the kiddos busy. Here are eight July Camp Mom activities for you to try at home this week. Related: Get Week 2 Camp Mom-Activities here WHAT TO EXPECT FROM ...read more
While some people are using their quarantine to become the next Top Chef, those of us with kids and work appreciate a no-fuss kind of meal! That's where ideas from Sarah Adler come in. She's a chef, nutrition coach, and best-selling cookbook author and she's sharing an easy sheet ...read more
Barbecues, pool parties, fireworks--the Fourth of July is a ton of fun for everyone. But, amidst all the festivities, it’s important to take precautions and be aware of certain safety measures. Related: DIY 4th of July flower bouquet We tapped the experts at SitterCity for the ...read more
I'm advising everyone to make this 4th of July a low-key holiday. Plan a picnic of social distance BBQ with a small group of friends or stay at home and watch the Macy's fireworks on TV. Just because there are no big parties, doesn't mean you can't create something beautiful. ...read more
When given the option, I usually choose a crisp glass of rosé, a white-wine spritzer, or a refreshingly fruity cocktail on a hot summer afternoon or balmy evening. But, every once in a while, I crave a icy cold summer beer. Something light, fizzy, and thirst-quenching... ...read more
Our family loves breakfast, and we especially love weekend breakfasts when we can take time to prepare something special. This easy recipe for crêpes is perfect to kick off a birthday or to celebrate joy of gathering everyone around the table. Related: The best overnight French ...read more
At the height of summer, turning on the stove or oven to cook dinner can be a huge drag. Cold salads and pasta dishes can be a great way to keep it cool. If you're tired of standard pasta salads, try this quick and easy noodle salad with an Asian twist for dinner. Related: Corn ...read more
There is no part of the day I love more than the early hours of the evening...particularly in the summertime. There is something so magical about the sun setting and dusk’s arrival. It can make an ordinary night downright enchanting. And that is why I’m particularly fond of ...read more
I have a confession to make. I tried Rosé for the first time with the Momtrends team last summer. I know right, crazy?! For some reason I was always a little nervous about trying it. I always stuck to reds or whites (or margaritas). But, once I had that first glass of Rosé I ...read more
Can you remember the last time you and your honey spent quality time together? Quarantine has been tough on relationships. To help couples rekindle that "loving feeling" our team of editors is working with Gooseneck Vineyards to come up with a series of date nights. Each date ...read more
The weather is warming up and part of spending time outside means sharing space with ticks, mosquitos and other insects. Knowing when a bite requires medical attention is a must. How fast you should seek care all depends on whats doing the biting. I know I need all the summer ...read more
I may not go in for all those special days of the month (I can skip National Corn on the Cob Day), but I do make special room for National Rosé Day. This June we are celebrating the holiday with a fresh Strawberry Peach Sparkling Frosé Recipe that is the perfect way to kick off ...read more
Like you, I'm home all the time. I've never cooked more in my life. I also have the whole family around ALL THE TIME. Don't get me wrong, I want to do my part to keep everyone safe. But I also want a tidy home and to not become the family maid. This is why I love easy cleaning ...read more
We've done so much baking and cooking over the past four months. It's been an epic effort to keep feeding these people. I'm so thrilled with the banana bread my girls are contributing, but every now and then, I want a more sophisticated treat. Something like a truffle. Before I ...read more
Have a bookworm in the family? Or a struggling reader you want to encourage? Creating a cozy reading nook somewhere in your house is a great way to provide a dedicated space designed for digging into a good book. Here are the three elements of a good reading space and a few ...read more
So many of us parents are now required to coordinate various schedules, activities and of course, help with homework. I've come up with some homework station inspiration for us all. Setting up and creating an organized home with a separate work space for children aids parents in ...read more
Random fact about the new house we moved into just one month ago: there are two front doors. To clarify, there aren’t two adjacent doors; there’s one at the front and one on the side. But it’s a corner house, and, while our street address distinguishes the actual front of the ...read more
Winter is rough. (Okay, Nicole, I know you're reading this and developing multiple counter arguments about snow, skis, family and fun. I hear you, and I get it.) But still--winter is mostly rough. I need Vitamin D. The lack of sunshine and greenery messes with my emotional ...read more
The holidays were a blur of food and fun and family. You know that meme that everybody and their mother seemed to share about not knowing the day of the week and being full of cheese--that was me. Contentedly. Yeah, I'm pretty sure I wore the same holiday pajamas for 12 days ...read more
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – time to set up that new tech device that you may have received as a gift this holiday season. Whether Santa brought an Echo Dot, Echo Show, Fire Tablet or any other Alexa-enabled device, they are the gift that keeps giving by making ...read more
'Tis the season to be cooking and cleaning and wrapping and baking and coming and going and stressing. The holidays are hectic. And if your calendar looks anything like mine, you have school concerts and Cub Scouts caroling and cookie swaps and preschool playdates this week ...read more
The holiday season is officially upon us, but that doesn’t mean wildfire season has ended. With a surplus of dry leaves and branches, high winds can make outdoor decor like lights and festive candles extra dangerous. While decorating for the holidays is tradition -- it’s most ...read more
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
Tis the season to have deliveries stolen from your stoop. But coming together with your neighbors and respectfully working with law enforcement can ensure law, order, peace, and quiet. Here are a few top tips to keep your home and belongings safe. Follow a 9 p.m. routine. “If ...read more
We're all in when it comes to ditching cartridges in favor of refillable ink tanks. Since Epson came out with the EcoTank in 2015, it's been a printing revolution in our house. I no longer find myself desperate for ink at 9pm on a school night when I have to print a permission ...read more
Fall is a dog-gone good time to spend in your family yard. It’s also the time of year to prep our living landscape for another favorite season—spring. Here’s what you need to do now to have a fabulous and yard this fall and beyond. Related: Fall mantle decor ideas Fall Yard ...read more
I think these Flensted Mobiles are better than bunnies, don't you? In Denmark mobiles are a traditional craft. Artist Ole Flensted and his wife Aase are partly responsible for the modern mobile design. And I can't thank them enough. It's not that I have something against ...read more
Sure, some people go over the top with multiple inflatable and screaming Halloween decorations but let’s remember: it’s not a competition! You can put together fun, spooky, even elegant decorations for Halloween that will make the outside of your house pop without breaking the ...read more
Nothing says welcome like a front porch. Greet guests and buyers with a great front porch. Your front entryway speaks volumes about your home—make it warm and welcoming with a few simple tips. Give your door a fresh coat of paint, update house numbers and lighting fixtures, and ...read more
Fall is in the air. Pumpkin flavors abound in everything from coffee to candles. Football dominates the weekends. And, the kids have returned to school. What could be better than resuming the sense of normalcy after the freewheeling days of summer? It sounds great, but any parent ...read more
Day camp ended today for my son. School starts in 12 days, and the evening weather has a refreshing breeze to it. No doubt: fall is on its way; a favorite season for spending outdoor time together as a family--furry sibling included. This is also the best time of year to prep ...read more
Rainy weekend? The idea of giving parts of your home a spruce up is a good one. But who wants to live with endless construction? There are plenty of projects you can undertake yourself to improve your living space, making it more functional and appealing to the eye. And you can ...read more
We love our pets, and ant to keep them safe and happy at home. But there are so many potential hazards lurking in your cabinets, on your counters, and in the products you use. That's why it's so important to take a few precautions to keep your furry friend content at your side. ...read more
