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With the arrival of winter, a warm breakfast helps my kids start the day off with a lot less grumbling. Cold, dark January mornings seem less daunting when breakfast is received with a smile. That's where hot cereal comes in. Porridge is made from grains. You can use oats, corn, ...read more

Funny how COVID slowed everything way down. In the silver linings category, this quarantine has given me the chance to teach my kids spades and inspired me to share six card games for family fun. Related: Create a mini succulent garden Playing Spades Like it Was my Job From ages ...read more

With the holidays over, and resolutions kicking-off soon, we want to remind our community that health is the goal, not a number on the scale. Over the years, we've been really picky about the messaging of weight loss and diets. This site has always been about acceptance and ...read more

We are now in full-on winter mode! Bring on the snow! While we fully support all the moms who are having a sober curious January, we also know many moms love a good cocktail, so we will keep them coming. To brighten up your winter weekend, try this winter blues cocktail. It's ...read more

Raising kids to be money smart isn't easy. I want my girls to be savvy and independent, but I don't want to give them too much freedom all at once. I'm testing out the new Greenlight debit card as a way to transition them to becoming money savvy adults.  Head to Greenlight here ...read more

I've always enjoyed a glass or two of red wine as much as the next gal, but, recently, I swapped out that nightly glass of Cab for an evening cup of tea. You see, while my tastebud's still love the flavor and feel of a weighty wine swirling around my mouth, my nervous system ...read more

The holidays are approaching, but that means winter and plummeting temperatures are too. We may be tempted, as parents, to dial back outdoor activities when cold wether arrives, but getting outside is good for children and their families, even in the wintertime. We've got ideas ...read more

I love fashion as much as the next Momtrends gal, but there's one not-so-stylish piece of apparel that I have a great affinity for: the ugly Christmas sweater. There's something so freeing about donning a crazy, over-the-top, bedazzled, clashing, obnoxiously awesome and totally ...read more

Welcome to our final gift guide! We are bringing you a Gift Guide chock full of toys for All ages, some classic, some making their debut--all of them in our top-ten!  We love that you've been following along and shopping from each of our curated guides. We hope to help bring you ...read more

The holiday shopping crunch is officially underway and with recent surveys reporting that 64% of consumers are shopping for gifts that are sustainable or minimize their environmental impact, consumers are looking for eco-friendly resources more than ever and that includes ways to ...read more

We love Thanksgiving but it does come with a feeling of being bloated and full for days. While it may be a day to indulge, but there are a few secrets to beat the unwanted bloat that comes with it. Check out these tips from Peak Performance trainer Jessi Kneeland before, during ...read more

Now is the time to HELP your community. Your people WANT to hear from you as they start to shop for the holidays. As creators, it's up to us to share ideas to help take the stress out of the season and to support the brands and businesses that we love. Taking all this into ...read more

Things are really getting festive around here as we kick off the holiday season with our Holiday Gift Guides. We're starting with moms. In so many families, moms are the glue that keep the family together. We're the keepers of traditions and the ones who spend so much energy ...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

Time for the Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Gardens. We've got the insider tips to make your trip to this "must-see" holiday event. Buy tickets now to see the G-scale model trains puff along a half-mile of track in and around the 140 landmark buildings constructed ...read more

I am beyond excited for the upcoming Winter Olympic Games. As a family that loves skiing and snowsports, we can't wait to follow along. Here's what you need to know about the Winter Olympics in China. Beijing will host the XXIV Olympic Winter Games, February 4th thru the 20th. ...read more

A good seven years ago, Target and Liberty of London teamed up to launch an affordably chic designer collection... and I, enthusiastically kid-free and care-free, bought pretty much everrrrrything. With the holidays coming, you might want to make some space in your home and earn ...read more

There is nothing quite like facing the chill in the air armed with something nice and toasty in your cup. Now, for this java junkie, during the day this time of year you'll most likely find me sipping on a Peppermint Mocha, but come evening, I'm all about the boozy holiday ...read more

Remember when you were building your mom squad? I sure do. I was lucky enough to happen upon another new mom at a matinee designed for new parents. That snowballed into a bigger group that became my main life preserver during the first years of my first daughter's life. Now ...read more

Cold weather doesn't keep me indoors. My next half marathon is set for May--that means running through winter.  Since I'm not getting any younger (sigh), it's up to me to train harder and smarter. With a good training plan and the right attitude, you can make winter running a ...read more

We've got a high school junior and are starting to educate ourselves on the college process. I always rely on the advice of parents who've been there and experts to help me along the way. Two new books are the perfect reads for those of us embarking on this journey. Here are the ...read more

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we are all about sharing tips to keep our busy moms healthy and at the top of their game. I think it's safe to say, we are all aware of Breast Cancer, but when it comes to breast-cancer prevention, we are sharing tips to help you feel ...read more

Boo! October snuck up on us like a zombie in the night... Except, you know, faster. It feels like just yesterday we were sipping rosé and shaking up summer cocktails. But, suddenly, we find ourselves picking apples and celebrating Oktoberfest. Yes, fall is officially in full ...read more

What are your feelings about acupuncture? I have tried it a few times over the years to get me through some lower back pain and to help with allergies, but now I am committed to treatment because I'm finding it so supportive as my body adjusts to getting older. I want to tell you ...read more

Mental health has never been more important than RIGHT NOW. As World Mental Health Day (10/10) trails World Teachers’ Day (10/5) are both on my radar, I wanted to take a moment to talk about working with your school to make this school year a great experience for everyone. I went ...read more

Has social media (Twitter, Facebook, Linked-In, Instragram, Google) put a whole new twist on the pressure to look good in photos - never has our 'Face'? been more on display from people we went to grammar school with to colleagues to extended family. How can we put our best ...read more

As I type both Facebook and Instagram are down and the Internets are all abuzz over the accusations that Facebook has been mishandling our data, inciting violence and damaging our children. Anyone who is shocked by this is most likely a social media newbie. As we all struggle to ...read more

Congratulations if you are one of the millions of new runners who took up the sport in the last year. Welcome to the club and bravo on making a great decision to support your health. To keep you moving towards your goals, it's always nice to work in some novelty. I'm inviting you ...read more

When you think of fall, you naturally think of pumpkins, right? Sure, they are fun to carve and make a festive decoration, but pumpkins are also extremely healthy for your body, inside and out. Rethink this orange fruit (yes, fruit) and consider these five healthy uses for ...read more

We all know that kids learn best when we model behaviors for them. We can talk all we want about sharing, eating healthy and being kind, but when they see us living these values, they respond. The same goes for fitness. When we make health a priority for ourselves, the kids will ...read more

Tropical Storm Isaiah gave us quite the midsummer surprise here in the suburbs of New York City. We just got our power back on after a whole week of darkness! With trees down, debris everywhere, and lots of uncertainty, one thing we forgot to check on: our above ground Intex ...read more

Working moms know the importance of meal planning. I'm getting ready for busy few weeks and I've been perfecting my fast breakfast options. I’ve been using Bob's Redmill Organic Steel Cut Oats to prepare my overnight oats for a nice, cold breakfast in the morning and I'm going to ...read more

While pregnancy is this amazing and beautiful time in a women's life, it is also one that can wreak havoc on the body. From morning sickness to discomfort to cravings, the body that you once knew so well becomes this vessel for your baby. Of course, this is all worth it but ...read more

Are you savoring every ounce of this summer? To make at-home entertaining or cocktail hour for two more fun, I'm sharing how to make the most delicious strawberry basil margarita. It involves juicy strawberries and fragrant basil: one of my favorite flavor combos for a sweet and ...read more