Your Brain on Hugs I’m an affectionate person. As a mom, wife, daughter, sister, and friend, I probably give and get a minimum of ten hugs a day. And I’ve never given it much thought—that is, until a few weeks ago when I attended the Huggies Parents Council in Chicago. I learned ...read more
Do you know what to expect when expecting? Suffice to say, when you're about to welcome a sweet little bundle of love, you can anticipate lots of ... STUFF! Having a baby means you're going to need #allthethings, and that registry list can get downright daunting (not to mention, ...read more
Where is your happy place? I have a few... Paris, in the mountains of Utah, and, of course, in my Brooklyn neighborhood. I love Brooklyn for the quirky people who love being different and love being true to themselves. I also love that Brooklyn has the highest per capita ...read more
Motherhood can be stressful... Amen. And for all sorts of different, overlapping, switching reasons. From babies who won't nap to toddlers who wake up too early to teens who you can't get out of bed at all. From battles over teeth-brushing and breakfast-eating and ...read more
My kids are early risers—to put it mildly. They're usually up before the clock strikes 6 (ugh) giggling and yelling and competing for my undivided attention. Yes, it can be exhausting and exasperating. But it's real life. Moreover, it's #momlife, and it's hard to stay mad at ...read more
When I think “bubble bath,” I picture my two little ones individually or jointly splishing and splashing, filling cups and pouring out cups, and making Santa beards with soap. I can hear the echoes of their hearty singing and laughter (gotta love bathroom acoustics!), and ...read more
Wine and pajamas… That pretty much sums up my holiday season goals. At least, after I get my little elves to bed each night. After a long stressful day of working and mommying (oh, and Christmas shopping!), there’s no better feeling than putting on a fresh, clean, and cozy pair ...read more
This post is sponsored by Chevrolet Traverse. Now that my youngest has started preschool, I have two kids at two different schools, which means I spend even more time in my car than I used to...and I felt like it was my second home last year. Haha! So, with much of my day now ...read more
I've been neglecting my own health and well-being this summer. It's just a fact of motherhood: Mama's needs and priorities get put on the back burner when she's got babies to take care of. You see, without the routine of his regular nursery-school program, my three-year-old son ...read more
I have a three year old and a seven month old at home, and this means one thing…. I seriously, majorly, desperately need a date night with my husband. Come to think of it, I could also use a date night with myself. Unfortunately, date nights (with or without my plus-one) have ...read more
Here at Momtrends we are all about bringing you the latest in beauty technology. Roloxin® Lift. is an instant wrinkle-smoothing treatment applied in just minutes that lasts up to 24 hours. It’s an entirely new way to revitalize your skin. Gone are the days where we had to wait ...read more
You know what I want for Mother's Day this year? (Besides a full-day spa trip, solo hotel stay, and uninterrupted session of Netflix binge-watching?) What I really want is a new smartphone with a better camera. I know, I know--how unoriginal! But here's the thing: I use my camera ...read more
Here at Momtrends we are all about scoping out the latest trends, and styles and bringing our moms a little bit of reprieve from the daily grind. In celebration of all of our special moms, we are giving away a bundle of goodies from a slew of brands that we want to put on your ...read more
This is a milestone birthday year for me and although I am proud of all that I have accomplished and know that I have many fortunes, I can't honestly say I am all that happy about my age. The biggest thing for me is that I want to battle the little lines that are tell-tale signs ...read more
An A list performer, singer, dancer, actress, reality TV show host and now author! Jennifer Lopez dishes it all in an intimate conversation with Hoda Kotb. JLo is set to chat with Hoda Kotb next week, live in NYC. JLo will be speaking to Hoda about her life and new book, True ...read more
You may have heard of Julep for their nail polishes or their smart Julep Plié Wand™ wand that makes painting your nails so much simpler. But this brand that started as a collection of nail salons in 2007 has expanded into a complete beauty brand launching over 300 innovative ...read more
Are you ready for my CoolSculpting results? CoolSculpting is a non-invasive fat removal procedure designed by two Harvard University scientists that can be used to sculpt and reshape your body. The procedures works by freezing your fat cells that your body then eliminates over ...read more
There are lots of subscription boxes on the market - boxes for beauty and boxes for nails, boxes for skincare and boxes for hair. But this box - Little Lace Box - is something wonderfully different. Each monthly Little Lace Box introduces you to collection of hand-picked products ...read more
Right now, as I type this, my stomach is getting sucked up into a vacuum-like machine and my fat cells frozen and destroyed so that my body can eliminate them. Welcome to my CoolSculpting appointment. So, let's talk post-baby bodies....I've had three kids and by all accounts, I ...read more
This mama of three has tried her fair share of bath and body products for baby. I am always looking for a skin care line that is safe, natural and works well on baby's skin. AVEENO® Baby makes a full line of bath and body care that is gentle enough to use on your whole family. ...read more
I love my children - dearly - but now that summer is here, I'm seeing them a lot. Which is great - time for adventures! time for play! time for exploring! - but it also means that I find myself craving time away too. Time to connect with my girlfriends for lunch or with my ...read more
Breakfast in bed. Fresh flowers. A small box with something sparkly inside. Sure there are lot of things you might hope for this Mother's Day, but we say, there are some things that shouldn't be left to chance. Here are six Mother's Day gifts you should just go ahead and buy ...read more
I am two months postpartum and got the green light to exercise after my second c-section. I don't know if it's my age, the fact that this is the last time I will be pregnant or all the cute clothes hanging in my closet but I am itching to get back to my pre baby self and aiming ...read more
Do you know your bra size? Not the size that you wear but your REAL bra size. As women change, so does their bra size and now we can all learn what size we really are with the Bra Fit Calculator, an online tool developed by Figleaves.com that lets you calculate your proper bra ...read more
This past week Momtrends had a busy experience at BlogHer 2013 - hosting parties, meeting with brands, networking and working the Shark booth! One of our favorite parts of this experience was hosting the Manicures and Mimosas event where we gathered bloggers from all of the ...read more
Close your eyes and imagine this - a week by yourself (or with a group of friends or significant other) in a luxurious, award-winning wellness resort. Seven days to fill your hours with a selection of fitness classes, lectures on healthy living, spa treatments, hammock naps, ...read more
A few days ago Momtrends celebrated the back-to-school season with a fun event in NYC. Located at Freshmade NYC, a cooking school for kids that offers healthy and fun meal options as well as birthday parties. Featuring brands lifestyle brands for moms and kids and premium ...read more
London Times kicked off their Savvy Summer campaign this past week at the trendy Goldbar in NYC. Fashion, lifestyle, and mom bloggers were all in attendance. We sipped on Ginger Mint Aphrodisiac cocktails. Bloggers had the chance the mingle with one another, talk fashion, snap a ...read more
I am so excited for the long days of summer, and to get around Brooklyn as well as to exercise I am going to be doing a lot of biking. During a recent press event I had the chance to check out the collection of bikes from Electra, a 20-year old company that is known for their ...read more
Happy March! How are your New Year's resolution going? Dropped by the wayside you say? Too much other stuff going on- too many people besides yourself to take care of? Tell me about it. What if I told you that by taking 10 minutes out of your day to do a simple, enjoyable thing- ...read more
I have been on the hunt for a stylish, yet functional diaper bag but something that doesn't quite look like your basic bag. TIMI and LESLIE Diaper Bags are just that! These super chic diaper bags allow us moms to look fashionable while toting our babies belongings around town. ...read more
First of all... holy cow is Brooke Burke gorgeous and so are these fun fitness videos. I can't believe she's the mother of 4! She looks stunning, but approachable, like your most beautiful girlfriend. She's so lovely and personable- you're happy to spend time exercising with ...read more
With so much talk this time of year about New Years resolutions, one may wonder how pregnancy impacts the list. A recent Facebook survey (by Barefoot & Pregnant and Fit Pregnancy) shows that, while expecting moms resolutions can be quite different, they also often include ...read more
Alice + Olivia is hosting an incredible sample sale next week where you can stock up and save up to 70% off. Check out some more of their incredible deals: - Embellished dresses originally $550, now $199 - Denim originally $198, now $79 - Jackets originally $368, now ...read more
It is challenging to put the same attention to myself as I do my family. My hair is something that definitely gets neglected where I favor a ponytail when I know I really need some TLC in the form of a trim, blowout or treatment. I recently had the chance to take some time for ...read more
American Express Gift Cards will be spreading holiday cheer and helping New Yorkers shop for everyone on their gift giving lists, all while helping put toys in the hands of children in need this holiday season. For every American Express Gift Card purchased at the pop-up store ...read more
To kick-off the holiday of giving back, eBay and Toys for Tots unwrapped" a new way to GIVE this season with the eBay Give One program at giveone.ebay.com. There, shoppers can donate a toy to a child in need. eBay is also bringing the experience to life in NYC with The eBay ...read more
Downtown audiences will be able to enjoy a quick theater break in the midst of the holiday bustle next month with A {15-min!} Christmas Carol, a rollicking, fast-paced version of Dickens's beloved classic performed by just two actors. From December 10th through 20th, New York ...read more
New York City is such a popular holiday destination, are you planning a trip? If you are, be sure to stop in to iconic FAO Schwarz and visit the Zutano boutique on the lower level. They have a great promotion going on through the end of December: Free plush Zutanomal rattle ...read more
For National Breast Cancer awareness month, Oscar de la Renta will donate 10% of its net proceeds from The Pink Shop to The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering from now through October 31 where you will find coats, accessories, dresses, shoes and much more. Oscar de la ...read more
Goat-Milk Kidware, a company that features organic clothing for babies and kids recently partnered with the nonprofit organization, Room to Grow. For every item purchased on-line or at the pop-up event, Goat-Milk will give a new article of clothing to the organization, Room To ...read more
Say you have an event coming up (like the upcoming Fashion Forward Conference), and you don't want to fork over the money to buy a new dress or maybe you just don't have the time to shop. The innovative site, Rent the Runway, is the perfect solution where you can go online and ...read more
In celebration of the back to school season and their new Upper East Side flagship location, PhotoOp is teaming up with Free Arts NYC for the Hopes and Dreams back to school photo campaign. Known for their fashion forward and contemporary portraits, PhotoOps back to school ...read more
Who couldn't use a night out! Next week, Sherice Torres of theBadAssMamaChronicles is hosting a Fashion's Night Out Event along with celebrity makeup artist, D'angelo Thompson. The event will take place on September 6 from 6-11pm at LAZZONI in Chelsea. It is free, but space is ...read more
GE (General Electric) Monogram and Amie Valpone (The Healthy Apple) are hosting a fun and free food. With a "Clean Food" theme, Amie will be whipping up delicious and healthy treats for parents where you can relax, eat and enjoy some free wine! To reserve your spot, simply ...read more
sofa.com, a British-born retailer offering exceptionally well-made, comfy and stylish sofas and armchairs at affordable prices recently announced the official opening of its first-ever U.S. Showroom, located in the heart of Manhattans Chelsea neighborhood. sofa.com arrives ...read more
A few days ago I had the pleasure of attending a luncheon with a group of writers and bloggers as we toured the uber luxurious hotel, The London NYC, a posh hotel offering families and those on a business incredible amenities from spacious suites to a gorgeous health club and ...read more
Our very own Elizabeth Leach recently launched an incredible resource for moms in Westchester County called Wee Westchester. Along with Elizabeth Detmer and Brooke Lea Foster, this comprehensive (and fun) site focuses on everything Westchester. This includes a daily calendar of ...read more
Ode à la Rose, a new NYC based online rose delivery boutique, is bringing the luxury and style back to the way New Yorkers send flowers this Mother's Day. In a market saturated with national big-box floral chains and local offline florists, that have been playing by the same ...read more
With Mother's Day fast approaching, what better way to celebrate your mom than with beautiful tulips. SquareSpot, the online marketplace for families has a wonderful offer from Starbright Floral Design in NYC. Pay $50 for a beautiful floral arrangement worth $75 - thats 33% ...read more