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Check out the future of stylish baby gear
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
Our Favorite Baby Monitor for New Parents
Baby's first night home is a huge event. You'll likely feel excited and a little overwhelmed at the thought of caring for a tiny human. We've got advice to make this momentous occasion more blissful than stressful. Plan ahead: and try to set up the nursery as much as possible. ...read more
Slowing Down to Enjoy the Little Moments With My Baby
It’s amazing how quickly a baby develops a personality of his or her own. For the first few weeks, you have this immobile blob; but, before you know it, there’s this smiling, giggling, babbling tiny person rolling over and getting into mischief. It all happens so fast. You know ...read more
Why Every New Mom Needs to Register for a DockATot
If you follow any millennial mom-influencers on Instagram, chances are you've seen a DockATot or two pop into your feed. In all honesty, I, too, discovered this now-big-name brand via social media about three years ago. My then 18-month -old daughter wasn't sleeping through the ...read more
The Baby Swing That Senses Crying
When it comes to baby gear, I tend to keep it simple. After all, infants don't really need that much. Okay, that's a loaded statement, and it comes with some complex caveats. But, in reality, a newborn's basic requirements are rather rudimentary. Anything too high-tech seems ...read more
Best of the Chicago Baby Show
I was so excited to be a part of the first-annual Chicago Baby Show. It was held August 26-27, 2017 at Navy Pier in downtown Chicago and was a blast. We met THOUSANDS of expecting parents and were lucky enough to work with Chicago's top bloggers to host them at the Momtrends ...read more
Baby Björn's Spring Collection Inspired by Dads
Excuse me while I gloat for a minute, and lemme just tell you how lucky I am to have a husband who is both a partner and a co-parent. It's funny, I used to refer to him a "hands-on dad," but I've stopped using that expression... Because it almost infers that most dads ...read more
Rest Assured With the VTech Safe and Sound Baby Monitor
“Hey, Baby Sister… You see that camera over there? That’s how Mommy and Daddy spy on us at night.” Yes, my four-year-old son actually said this to my one-year-old daughter a few weeks ago. It was hilarious—and my husband and I just looked at each like, “Uh-oh. He’s on to us! “ ...read more
Brunch, Baby Monitors, and the #VTechNursery Challenge
I started a baby nursery Pinterest board the day I found out I was pregnant with my first. What can I say? I was excited to register for crib sheets and plush throw blankets and stuffed animals and diaper baskets and all sorts of adorably decorative accents. I went fairly ...read more
Savor the Little Things With the Library: Baby Edition Keepsake Box
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOgiyD-MA0U The first few days and weeks and months after Baby’s big arrival are difficult and daunting for a new mom. It’s hard enough to track sleep schedules (or lack thereof), mealtimes, bowel movements (yes, I went there), tummy time ...read more
The UviCube: Say Bye-Bye to Bacteria, Baby!
When my firstborn would drop his binky on the floor, I’d practically go through a three-step sanitation process before popping the pacifier back in his precious little mouth... I’d clean every new toy thoroughly with hot water and organic cleanser before he so much as touched ...read more
Mom Review and Demonstration: Ergo Baby 360 Carrier
We're big fans of baby wearing. A good carrier can keep baby close while also allowing mom to get out into the world. We're reviewing the new Ergo Baby 360 Carrier and think you'll love it. Related: Storage solutions for a nursery Video Review of Ergo Baby Carrier Mom review and ...read more
ProGrade VersaScan Talking Thermometer
Runny nose, sneezing - the cold and flu season is here. Each year up to 20% of people come down with the flu, with activity peaking in February, according to the CDC. We've had our fair share of illness and fever in my house and there is nothing I hate more than taking my older ...read more