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Shower Caddies for Sleepaway Camp
Summer is special time for our kids for so many reasons, and one exciting experience that many kids will be enjoying this year is spending time at a sleepaway camp. I fondly remember my experience at sleepaway, and the build up to camp was making sure that I had packed all of my ...read more
Shopping for a Nursing Bra
Breastfeeding was not easy for me. I overproduced and was often left with painful clogged ducts and a couple of bouts of mastitis when I nursed my first child. Things were a bit better with my second kiddo, but she refused bottles so I couldn’t have my hubs, or anyone else, feed ...read more
Tips for Winter Running
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
The Best Veggie Burger
We're sharing our favorite veggie burger this week for our recipe swap. Why is it the Best Veggie Burger? It's tasty and got loads of great ingredients. While we're not ready to completely give up meat, with a burger this tasty, it's easy to try out the meat-free movement. Why ...read more
How to Wear Denim Shorts
Until this year, denim shorts were something that had remained in my very distant style past. I definitely rocked my fair share of denim shorts in my youth. In fact, I do believe I had every color of the rainbow and in high school cuffed denim shorts were my jam. After that ...read more
Momtrends MVP’s: The Best Serums and Facial Oils
Remember last month’s beauty Momtrends MVP’s? We focused on sunscreen and what an important part of an anti-aging regimen it is. Well, there are two more products that I consider essential anti-agers, too. They both play very important roles in my own daily beauty routine. On ...read more
10 Chandeliers for Your Little Princess' Room
What could be more glamorous and magical than a chandelier lighting up a bedroom? We've found 10 Chandeliers for girls that we love. It's perfect for pretending you are a real princess. I love seeing girl's bedrooms that embrace the "princess" theme without taking the easy ...read more
Pajamas for Back to School
All us mamas know how important it is for our kiddos to get enough sleep during the school week right? I know my lil' dude and lady bean definitely wake up on the wrong side of their bed if they don't catch enough zzzzzzzs. So, our back to school bedtime routine is a very ...read more
Best Amazon Devices to Give for Gifts
This month it's all about gifting smarter. To help prep for our annual gift guides, I popped into the Amazon Device preview in NYC. I got to play with all the latest technology from Amazon. Touching and testing helped me pick the best Amazon Devices to give for gifts this ...read more
Jimmy Fallon Has a New Baby Book
Here's the thing, when Jimmy Fallon sends you a DM asking you if you want to see a copy of his newest book, well, it's pretty hard to resist. His publicist sent a copy along to my Momtrends HQ and I was completely charmed. Don't miss out on our Ultimate Baby Shower to win our ...read more
Family Finance Therapy
Money, money, money. It's a stresser when there's not enough of it and it can quickly become a source of family tension. Whether you battle rising prices, budgeting for college or facing more serious issues like a job loss, there are a lot of resources out there. We love sharing ...read more
Get on Trend with JCPenney
To all my busy mamas out there, Autumn has arrived and although the temps in the northeast have yet to dip, we are ready for a wardrobe update. We are showing you how to get on trend with JCPenney. Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life. —Bill Cunningham. ...read more
Pumping On-The-Go & a Giveaway
In August we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week and I always find myself reflecting upon my own journey into motherhood and the world of breastfeeding, especially pumping on-the-go. Becoming a mother was one of the most complex times in my life. I was dealing with emotions, ...read more
Back-To-School Trends & a Giveaway
We are enjoying the last days of summer and although we are packing as much as humanly possible into our downtime, we are all pumped up for to go back to school. We spotted three new back-to-school trends to get your kiddos' year started off on the right track. To get the year ...read more
How to Convert Your Nursery With Davinci Baby Furniture
Our youngest child is three and although she's still young (and will always be our baby), she's changing and growing up more and more every day. We decided to officially move her out of the nursery, and move her into a "big girl" bed. The girls were so excited about a room ...read more
Organize Your Closet and Curate Your Wardrobe
"Sherri never thought to combine black with navy, but they go perfectly together like peanut butter and chocolate. It’s a rich combo that compliments one another well." Sage sartorial advice from the one and only Lindsay Brooke Weiss, a NYC-based stylist and the founder of a ...read more
Shop LC One-Stop Shop for Trends & A Giveaway
More than ever, moms are trying to find balance in their busy lives. We try to balance family, our partners, our work, with all of the daily responsibilities that fall on our plate. Each day is packed with an over-flowing to do list which leaves little or no time for ourselves. ...read more
5 Ways to Practice Your Handwriting Skills
It’s National Handwriting Day, and, while other off-the-grid holidays might miss our radar, this one is always marked (beautifully in cursive, I might add!) on our annual calendar. As bloggers, we're big on writing from the heart. But, as women and moms, we’re also big on ...read more
Winter Skin Tips to Keep Your Skin Looking Young
Just like you drink lots of water to stay hydrated in the summer heat, you also need to keep your skin hydrated and healthy throughout the winter. As you know, I love to ski and play outdoors all winter long. I've gone to the experts to get the best winter skin tips. "Your ...read more
Holiday Trends Giveaway
The holiday season is here! With Thanksgiving behind us, it is time to get serious about holiday shopping. Last week we launched our annual gift guide. It is packed with gorgeous gift ideas for everyone on your list. Not only will it make your holidays shopping much easier, but ...read more
Thirty Seven Weeks Pregnant - Maternity Maven
Recently, I have been running around after my four and six year old with a 37 week pregnant belly in a New York City November that seems more like September. These circumstances make it truly difficult to focus on maternity fashion. But I am trying!! The third trimester of ...read more
What To Pack For a 3 Day Trip
I've been doing tons of travel lately. In case you haven't heard, Nicole wrote this book called Mom Boss and it's kind of a big deal. We're even on a tour! That means taking mini trips all over the country and having to be prepared for all sorts of events, meetings, talks, and ...read more
Get your game on with PouchCouch
We are headed back to school in just a few short weeks, and that means back to a jam-packed schedule. We are a very active family and there's not a sport our kids don't enjoy. With three children in various activities, I am constantly on the go. I am often running all around ...read more
Back to School Shopping with Joules
One of my most vivid memories of starting a new school year was our Back to School shopping haul. I loved to spend the day perusing clothing that suited me. My mom determined to get each of us a mix and match wardrobe that would last until spring, my sister and I making sure we ...read more
Maternity Maven - Summer Style
As the weeks fly by and I am firmly in the fifth month of my pregnancy, I am having so much fun growing this baby. There are certainly a lot of consistencies between my first two pregnancies and this one (excitement, worry, sleep deprivation!) But there is one significant and ...read more
Staycation Summer Essentials Giveaway
The heat is on and we are enjoying the lazy days of summer. From quality family time to basking in the sunshine to nature walks filled with adventure~we are treasuring the glory days of summer. We have several mini staycations planned and have committed to exploring our "own ...read more
All Things Two: Gift Ideas
As a mama of three littles, I cherish the celebration of each and every milestone. While I loved the magic of the first birthday, truth be told, I loved their second birthdays even more! Maybe it is the sheer joy they seem to get out of their birthday~the attention, the ...read more
The Children's Place for Holiday & a Giveaway
Shopping for the kids for holidays clothing is getting more and more fun as the get a bit older. I love the dress them in coordinating duds and The Children's Place is a "go to" for a wide range of selections to cover my needs for the holiday season. (Speaking of needs...Have you ...read more
Le Top Holiday Children's Clothing & a Giveaway
'Tis the season to be jolly, am I right? Well for a lot of us the stresses that the holidays bring upon us can dampen our spirit a bit, no? After all there are oodles of things to do like capturing your sweet littles for the holiday card and finding the perfect holiday attire. ...read more
SRC Pregnancy Recovery Shorts Review & a Giveaway
For many women pregnancy is a joyous and exciting time. Although it is challenging to watch your body transform so dramatically, it is more easily accepted and tolerated because face it, we keep our eye on the prize. A beautiful precious newborn is surely a good exchange for a ...read more
Build-A-Bear
My 4 year old got the chance to build her first bear at the Build-A-Bear store in Midtown. The space is enormous, bright and clean. Let me just say there were TONS of tasteful, sweet bears. My princess-smitten daughter picked the gaudiest thing there--a sparkly pink unicorn. She ...read more
Syncing Your Style: Summer mini vacay Favorites
We are amped up for summer in a big way. We have several mini vacays on the books and we couldn't be more excited to rest, relax and have fun as a family. I have kept my eye out for the latest trends to prepare for our mini trips and here are my favs! Gearing up the car for ...read more
Baby DEEDEE Sleepwear Review & Giveaway
Every mama wants to make sure their babe is nestled in and comfy cozy to maximize their sleeping environment. And we know we would be hard pressed to find ANY mama that doesn't want their baby to sleep and sleep soundly! Baby deedee makes extremely soft cotton pajamas and sleep ...read more
It's A Party Mother's Day Cheese and Wine
We throw a lot of parties around here. So it's no surprise when our children want to follow us around and help out. We love nothing more than watching our little mini me's set the table for their dolls or contribute to the table we may be setting up. Related: Last Minute Mothers ...read more
Monday Mingle: Fringes and Stripes
Some of the top trends this Winter season have most definitely been stripes and fringes. They both are so hot right now, I bet they will get carried over into the Spring season. I thought, why not join the two trends together. By combining both looks, I was able to make it work ...read more
Fashionable Favorites for Moms On-the-Go
Us moms are super busy, but that doesn't mean we have to sacrifice our style. From the best of bags to the latest comfortable underwear, here are some of our favorites when we are on-the-go. Little Boogaweezin: For the best in comfortable fashions, we love the new line from ...read more
New Tech Trends
There are so many cool new tech products on the market. From the latest in tablets for kids to amazing speakers, here are just a few of our favorites. Innotab 3: Kids will love the latest in tech trends from VTech with the new InnoTab® 3S Plus and InnoTab® 3 Plus. These 4th ...read more
Book Club Pick: Savage Park by Amy Fusselman
Living in the present is one of the most challenging concepts new moms struggle with during the first year. With each milestone children achieve, there are more just around the corner waiting to be accomplished. By the time our little ones are toddlers, expectations shift ...read more
Minutes with Me Subscription Box
Every parent longs to spend quality time with their child. I try to make the most of the time I spend with my children, making each minute purposeful. But honestly, as a busy mama of three, I find myself taking on too big of projects and before I know it, I am cutting what's ...read more
Sweet Styles from J.Crew
Planning for Valentine's Day? We discovered the sweetest styles from J.Crew for moms and the kids. Here are a few of our favorite finds: For Mama: Charm Necklace: We love this modern twist on a classic necklace. Made with 14K gold, this beautiful necklace can be engraved and ...read more
Cool Tech for Kids: Fuhu Nabi DreamTab
There are so many interesting tech products out their for our kids. We take technology in stride and are weary of too much tech. However, there are some innovative tools and games out there that can enhance learning. One of our favorite new devices to do so is the Fuhu Nabi ...read more
Tips for Skiing with Kids
We hit the slopes this weekend with a 5-year-old and a 3-year-old. I'm not going to lie, there were a few tears and ton of gear to schlep, but we absolutely love this family activity. Skiing is wonderful way to enjoy winter and a super workout (about 300 calories burned an ...read more
Post-Pregnancy Essentials
Post-pregnancy is a really tough time for a new mom. Your body is still recovering and you find that you have a new baby that needs much of your time. It is crucial to recover and rest, and now that I am four months in I am excited to share some staples that got me through this ...read more
Book Club Picks: Health & Fitness
With all the health and fitness books hitting the shelves this month, it's hard to figure out which ones are worth reading. Here are Momtrends, we have sorted through the stacks in order to compile our list of favorites. These five picks cover a wide range of topics for various ...read more
Lily Jade: Diaper Bags for the Modern Mom
We love diaper bags that look beautiful, are designed with mom and baby in mind, but that can also last beyond the years of toting around diapers and sippy cups. A tall order to fill, but the diaper bags from Lily Jade deliver. The designer diaper bags from Lily Jade blend ...read more
Workout Snack Ideas
I hate going to the gym or exercising on an empty stomach. It is not only an awful feeling as your stomach grumbles on the treadmill but feeling exhausted with no energy is not a great way to start a workout. Eating small meals or snacks before you exercise will not only give ...read more
Must-Have Office Products
Are you looking for a way to enhance your office? From the latest in desks to decorative pieces, here are some of our must-have office products for 2015. Integrate fitness into the office to give your gym-habits a boost with a standing desk from Varidesk, one of the simplest ...read more
Favorite New Teethers
Teething is so hard for babies. For some relief, we discovered an amazing collection of teethers that are not only functional, but pretty stylish and fun. Here are a few of our favorites. Comfortchew: Suitable from birth, the Comfortchew was designed to bring together 4 baby ...read more
Latest in Tech Trends
There seems to always be new tech items. As busy moms we are always looking for those tech items that make our lives easier! From the latest in speakers and apps and more, here are some of our favorite tech items that are bound to make your life a little less hectic. Stelle ...read more
6 Tips for Smarter, Healthier Grocery Shopping
2015 is officially off and running, and with that so are many of our New Year’s resolutions for the year. Whether you’re looking to lose weight or just get healthy, the first step towards meeting those goals begins in the grocery store. Grocery shopping can be a dietary ...read more