backpacks
Best Back to School Trends for Busy Moms
First off, Back to School is all about the kids, but, we can't forget about the moms, can we? Back- to- School time can be a tough on a mama. Endless hours are spent making sure the kids have everything they need to head off to school, that all the preparations have been ...read more
Best Backpacks for In-Person (or Virtual) Learning
School is (almost) in session. Actually, depending on where you live, the learning may have already begun. This school year is undoubtedly like no other we’ve experienced. Some kids are learning from home, others are returning to the classroom. Many of us are playing the part of ...read more
How to Have a Happier School Year
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
Celebrate Backpack Day with Lands' End
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
Why You Should Have Back to School Wardrobe Backups
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
Designed By Students
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
Does Your Child Have a Back-Safe Backpack?
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
Gear Girl: New Gear For Mom and Baby
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
Four Peas #BTS Backpacks & Lunchboxes (& a Giveaway)
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
Fall Trend to Try Now: Backpacks
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
Volunteers of America Launches Operation Backpack to Help Homeless Kids
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
Gear Girl: Favorite Luggage For Kids
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
Bixbee Accessories for Kids
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
Gear Girl: Best Backpacks for Back-to-School
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