Kids

Are you traveling this Labor Day? We love that there is still time to experience the best of the warm weather as we wind down and prepare for back-to-school. To help you prepare, we are sharing some great ways to enjoy this long weekend with some easy packing tips.  Related: 5 ...read more

With summer break on the horizon, or already started for some families like mine, we'll be looking for more ways to entertain the kids. If you've got little ones, this quick and easy mini pizza recipe is a great way to get your kids in the kitchen and learning to cook. Related: ...read more

In the spring of 2020, right in the early panic days of the COVID crisis, my daughter had a seizure. It scared us to the core. We called 911, got an ambulance and essentially that was when we started our epilepsy journey. 18 months later, I've learned a lot and want to help other ...read more

National Watermelon Day on August 3. It's ok if you missed celebrating on the exact day, but I definitely recommend taking time to celebrate this awesome taste of summer before school starts. That means buying a big 'ol melon and making this fun watermelon paper craft. More ...read more

For those parents sending your daughters and sons off to college, take a moment (please) to talk with them about sexual assault. The stats here are alarming, and it happens way more than you might realize.  Related: How to save for college with less stress Get Educated Among ...read more

Do you remember the first time you touched Kinetic Sand? I was wandering the aisles at a toy fair and simply couldn't put this squeezable sand down. I knew way back then that this mesmerizing compound was going to change the way we play and I'm just now learning more about the ...read more

A mom’s day is often filled with challenges ranging from fussy toddlers to troublesome teens. The everyday stressors associated with being a parent can become overwhelming, especially for moms of little children. Let’s be honest…we all have been there. How many times have you ...read more

Even if we all have to stay local, summer is going strong. As you head to the pool or day camp you might have noticed your kids GREW during the past year. Just in time for summer, Tea Collection is rolling out a big deal on swimwear and graphic tees for kids. I've enlisted some ...read more

Are you planning a Legoland trip soon? Well, then you're probably going to want to talk about what to wear to Legoland. Because the one thing you want to be when you're taking on an amusement park, is comfortable! And that goes double for the kiddos. My little ones' attitudes can ...read more

With summer road trips on the horizon, the best laid plans should include some type of literary entertainment. If you'd rather hear less of  "are we there yet?" and more "just another chapter, please"check out the latest audiobooks.  Related: How to stop the trend of ...read more

Bullying can begin as early as preschool. Little girls as young as 5 report being miserable due to breakups and fights with peers. A new book Little Girls Can Be Mean aims to demystify the mean girl phenomenon and arm parents, teachers and young girls with the tools to tackle ...read more

Many parents are attempting to work from home while managing the kids. Stretched thin, many parents are struggling on how to keep kids entertained during the work day. This can lead to lots more screen time (no judgement from us. )The experts at the Center for Cyber Safety and ...read more

Summer is all about playing outdoors, and now we are learning even more reasons why this is so important for our kids. Many parents over scheduled kids during the summer for safety and educational reasons. After a year-plus of them sitting home, physically distancing, and Zoom ...read more

We are pretty excited that the Summer Olympics are starting this month. And when we get excited, we turn that energy into crafting power. This time we came up with a tutorial on how to make your own Olympic medals.  Related: Easy Olympics Craft: Make a Medal Counter Let the ...read more

I've got Olympics fever. I've always been such a supporter of Team USA and get totally into watching. The drama, the action! I love it all. And the best way to keep up with Team USA is to make this fun Olympics inspired medal counter. This is a great craft for kids because they ...read more

Here at Momtrends we are crazy about dinosaurs. Over the years, we've noticed a trend, our most popular birthday party theme of ALL TIME is the dino birthday bash. To help you throw and amazing party, we've recreated one of our top craft, the dinosaur egg. Here's how to make your ...read more

I grew up on the ocean and always loved my beach days. I learned to swim in the ocean, surf, boat and fish in it and made so many lifelong friends during my early beach days. To get ready for Shark Week, we've gathered our favorite shark inspired must haves. Related: Family ...read more

With a few fleeting days left of ice cream month (aka July) we are devoting this post to Ciao Bella. Can't decide between dessert and drinks? Ciao Bella's got you covered! This summer I'll be whipping up sorbet cocktails. Adding sorbet to a drink recipe is a cool and inventive ...read more

My girls are really into baking. And I love when they work together to make something sweet...even if they do mess up the kitchen. Together, we've been finding ways to improve upon our favorite recipes. I want to share how we make healthier and super cute rainbow cupcakes. ...read more

Are you throwing a baby shower for a sweet mama to be or looking to give a gift that will be appreciated and helpful? Join Momtrends for this Fresh Picked Farmers Market Baby Shower Bash!  Related: Baby shower mocktail For the mama-to-be who prefers to spend her Saturdays ...read more

Here at Momtrends we are always looking for the latest and greatest gear to make motherhood even more awesome. I'm never one to advocate "more stuff" as a solution, instead, I think we can all do a bit of research to get better stuff. That's where Solly Baby comes in.  Exclusive ...read more

We love shining a spotlight on small designer brands. We love discovering new brands and one of latest favorites is Gray Label. Established in Amsterdam in 2010, Gray Label is an ode to minimalist design that is quite refreshing in the kids' market of vibrant prints and colors. ...read more

We are so excited for the camp and sleepaway camp season for our kids. It's a great way for them to learn independence and build friendships. Before you load those camp trunks into the car, be sure to add on your labels for summer camp. Save 20% off $50 Purchase with code TWENTY ...read more

Have you had this dilemma yet in your family? You want to be able to stay in touch with your kids and know when they get home from school or practice, but don't want to get them their own smartphone yet - even if "everyone" (insert eye roll here) else in the whole school has ...read more

After school for us can sometimes be a little chaotic. I am sure you know the drill. The kids come barreling through the door demanding a snack because they are starving! There are papers being thrown at you from folders and book bags, everyone is talking to you at once trying to ...read more

Kids are bottomless pits... or so I'm told. My kids could pass on significant meals all day in lieu of snacks, snacks, and more snack. Salty eats, sweet treats, crunchy munchies, and ooey-gooey chewies, they don't discriminate. When it comes to snack time hacks for toddlers, ...read more

A good high chair needs to offer a perfect blend of function and fashion. Here's why: With the exception of perhaps your stroller, the highchair is one of the most visible pieces of baby gear you'll buy. From roughly 5 months up to 2.5+ years, your child will use the high chair ...read more

Many parents spend a lot of time picking out the just right stroller and designing the ultimate nursery. But when it comes time to selecting diapers, most parents are in the dark or rely on a free sample to make a decision. When it comes to what goes next to your baby's skin, ...read more

If you are an American tennis-lover, you've likely known that Labor Day is dedicated to watching the US Open in Flushing Queens. I've been to the event a few times and it's awesome. This year will be a little different, and we're staying up to date on the event and family ...read more

I've been coveting this Eugenia Kim sun hat that's been all over Instagram for the past two months. With a wide-brim and the words "Do Not Disturb" embroidered on the front, it's the ideal accessory for a quiet day of reading on the beach. Built-in shade, some peaceful privacy, ...read more

We're getting ready for Teacher Appreciation week (Monday, May 3, 2021 – through Friday , May 7, 2021) and thought we'd share these fun teacher printables for your kids to personalize. Yes, I know it's not been easy on parents to come up with remote school support, but many ...read more

With each season, we look for reasons to CREATE and that means crafting. Here are six spring craft ideas to help your family ring in the new season. I can't wait to come see these decorating my home with a colorful array of rainbows and flowers and pretty projects! Here are a few ...read more

Swaddles are a must-have for every newborn baby. Both of my kids were huge fans of the swaddle and I found that it definitely did help calm them. I’m hoping all new moms and moms-to-be learn about the magic of the swaddle and what makes Nested Bean so great! Special offer: Use ...read more

My daughter's favorite thing to do everyday is dress up like a princess. Well...it's a toss up between princess and superhero. Maybe she should combine the two. Since we are knee-deep in dress up, I've learned how to fashion some simple, yet fancy hats called fascinators. Here's ...read more