So, tell me mamas...Are you ready for to take on a new school year? I bet you wouldn't mind seeing some tips on how to have a happier school year, right? Let's face it. The end of summer can be both a blessing and a curse. On one hand we're sad to see our relaxed schedule go and, ...read more
Fun fact: more than half (55 percent) of kids will head back to class the last two weeks of August. Here at Momtrends homebase we're gathering supplies and prepping. We're ready to celebrate Backpack Day with Lands' End today. August 7th is the perfect time to discover and ...read more
Growing up I didn’t dread going back to school like some kids. That was because I knew I would get to pick out some special new pieces for my back to school wardrobe! Nothing delighted me more than carefully selecting a new backpack or a fabulous pair of shoes. In fact, shoe ...read more
Your kids have probably been back at school for at least a couple months now and you've most likely finished up the bulk of your back to school shopping right? But do you have back ups? I learned that back ups needed to be a part of my back to school planning the hard way thanks ...read more
The new Designed by Students line from Staples appeals to me on so many levels. Both my girls love design. The older one is a coder and a tinkerer. She looks at the technical side of design. It’s got to function first and foremost. The younger one, she’s more concerned about ...read more
For some of you, this week marks the return to the school calendar. Everyone is excited and ready for the new routine (I'm just excited for boots and sweaters), but just in case you don't have everything you need, here's a couple of items that will help you feel prepared. If ...read more
It's back-to-school season which means it's time to start stocking up on notebooks, #2 pencils, and a backpack to carry it all in. If your kids' schools are anything like mine, the popularity of rolling or wheeled backpacks has continued to rise. But does your child need a ...read more
Lands' End makes the crunch of back to school shopping so easy for busy moms. They have the fashions the girls want, the quality I need and of course amazing convenience--everything on my shopping list is just a click away. For the past eight years we've been heading to Lands' ...read more
As a kid, I looked forward to going back-to-school shopping with my mom every year. We'd get some fun supplies and a few fashionable outfits, but the most exciting purchase would always be a brand new backpack—and I took this task very seriously. My quest for the perfect book bag ...read more
Love is in the air this month -- and so is some great new gear for mom and baby! We've rounded up some of our favorite new product launches this month to keep you organized, stylish and strolling in style. A PBK Exclusive from Ubbi: You know Ubbi for their sleek, modern diaper ...read more
This year marks another BIG one in the bee hive as our middle child will be entering Kindergarten. That means this Queen Bee will have two school aged children! Back-to-school shopping has taken on a whole new meaning with this little girl and she knows what she likes and what ...read more
With the beginning of part two of the summer comes the force of the back-to-school craze. We are celebrating the launch of our fabulous Back-to-School Shopping Guide as well as all things stylish, on trend and kid-eriffic with a Back to School contest hosted by MomTrends and The ...read more
Ready or not, here it comes. Time for shopping. Our editors have banded together to bring you the best in fashion and gear for Back to School shopping! We make it our mission to scout out the very best trends. Our team of writers has experience on our side. We've got more than ...read more
Are you ready for a blast from the past? Backpacks are back baby! They just so happen to be a major fall trend...and since bags are appropriate for any season, you can get a jump on this fall trend and rock backpacks this summer too! When I think about wearing backpacks as bags, ...read more
As we are gearing up for our back-to-school coverage, we are excited to announce that Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-GNY) will launch OPERATION BACKPACK® 2014, its annual campaign to collect brand new backpacks and school supplies for the thousands of children ...read more
Traveling this summer? Whether by car, plane, bus or boat, if you're planning on loading up the family and exploring, we've gathered up our favorite kid-friendly luggage for hitting the open road. Because exploring with kids is fun, but it's even better when they can carry their ...read more
With summer activities and travel on the agenda, we are on the hunt for kids bags that are durable, functional, and of course fun! One of our favorite new brands that meets all of these requirements is the super cute children’s backpack and accessories line, Bixbee.com. This ...read more
With Mother's Day just around the corner, what better way to welcome the new season and congratulate yourself on mothering done well than to treat yourself to a new handbag. Here are seven splurge-worthy handbag trends that are calling your name. Metallics - Add some bling to ...read more
Last week in our back to school style series, we covered some adorable clothes and accessories for girls...This week, it's all about the boys! Ever since I had my lil' dude, it's been my personal mission to find the cutest boys clothes possible. It hasn't been the easiest ...read more
Last year was the first year I experienced the whole back to school craziness. Now that we've started my lil' dude's second year of pre-school, I think I've got a better handle on it. I had no idea what to shop for the first time I shopped for his school clothes, but this time ...read more
Summer isn't over yet, but there's a good chance your local stores are already stocking back-to-school supplies. One of the first pieces of gear you'll need for heading back to school is a backpack. Whether your little one is just starting kindergarten or heading into junior ...read more
