Pregnancy, labor, and delivery--these not minor events. It's a life-changing journey with up and downs. For those who have never had a baby, it’s difficult to imagine the emotional (and physical) roller coaster associated with growing a person, giving birth to them, and caring ...read more
Do you have a go-to gift for new babies? Buying baby stuff is fun, but there are so many adorable little options out there that it can be overwhelming. When a friend of mine has a baby, I always want to give something that’s either going to be really useful, or unique and ...read more
Eating "right" during pregnancy can be hard. You've got nausea and cravings and hunger pangs to contend with. Still, it's possibly to maintain a healthy diet and stay fit during those challenging nine months. Luckily, we can help get you on the right path with some pro tips from ...read more
I get it, mama. The day-to-day jobs of mommyhood aren't glamorous or even particularly fun. It's easy to get swept up in the monotony of routine and ritual and frustration and exhaustion. And, the truth is, despite your potential lack of patience (because, yes, we have all been ...read more
Summer break is almost here and the kids are ecstatic! But if you’re a mom, you’re likely thinking SURVIVAL! Many moms get overwhelmed at the thought of having the kids home all summer with the added pressure of juggling work, summer camps and schedules, and keeping the kids ...read more
If you haven't started your Mother's Day shopping yet don't fret. Creating a perfect gift for your mom is as easy as popping into your favorite Rite Aid and picking up some favorite P&G beauty products. I have a few great ideas when it comes to last-minute beauty gifts for mom. ...read more
We're talking motherhood mantras this week and mine is, and forever will be, it takes a village. And now is as good a time as any to thank your village! We all have a village right? You know what I'm talking about. Your village is made up of the people you can turn to when you ...read more
When the flu hits you or your little one (or both!) it can be daunting to assess which symptoms to address first. When most of us think of flu symptoms we immediately think of a low grade fever, aches and pains and nausea, which may lead to dehydration. Essentially a loss of body ...read more
This meme right here. That was me. That is me. A mama who knows that the best laid parenting plans often go astray... once you're, ya know, actually in the throws of #momlife. The road to child-rearing is paved with good intentions (and endless bribes), and if I had a nickel ...read more
The holiday season has been hectic and exhausting. Heck, if you're a mom the whole year has likely been a busy blur. Take some time to slow down and recognize the importance of sleep and self care--and put these two thing at the top of your 2018 priority list. We're sharing three ...read more
Every mom needs a night out. Good food, great wine, some pampering, and a little socialization… Not that we don’t absolutely loooooove and relish the nightly battle that is "bedtime with babies," but, you know, a break from the norm is a welcome change and a total treat. Every ...read more
Self care is something I'm really trying to focus on this year. I've been putting my own needs on the back burner for a while, and it's starting to take a toll. I feel run down, exhausted, and depleted. I find myself counting down the hours and minutes until bedtime, instead of ...read more
If there are two things we're serious about finding here at Momtrends, they're: 1.) products that actually do what they claim to do, and 2.) fitness classes that kick some serious butt. And so yesterday's exclusive derriere class at NYC's Exhale spa, sponsored by Boudreaux’s ...read more
The selfie. Love it or claim to hate it, you can’t deny that you’ve probably indulged in a few solo snap-happy sessions with your iPhone. (Yeah, I thought so.) It’s a sign of the times. And so, yes, I admit it. I take selfies. Lots of ‘em, in fact! And it’s not because I like ...read more
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
Writing about motherhood is a rather daunting undertaking... There really are no words that adequately summarize what it means to be a mom— how it feels to hold your child for the first time or what it's like to watch your babies grow into independent little people. It's magical. ...read more
To say mamahood has put a lot of things into perspective for me would be a gross understatement. I never understood all of my parents' warnings, worries, and cautions. I thought they were were being so overprotective! Now that I am a mama to three littles, my face is crimson as I ...read more
(All that's missing is the iPad...) My children are still babies… and, yet, at one and three, the two of them are surprisingly savvy with an iPad. It amazes me that my fourteen month old can swipe images on my device like a pro. She picks up my cell phone and immediately puts ...read more
T-minus 10 hours until bedtime... Yes, I'm already counting down the minutes and nano-seconds on this cold, snowy, blustery Saturday morning. The Great Blizzard of 2016 has arrived, and the hubby, kids, and I are trapped indoors for the foreseeable future (AKA the weekend). My ...read more
As a work-at-home mom, I’m serious about my little one’s nap schedule. In fact, I’m downright strict about it. I strategically/crazily/obsessively shape the entire day around her routine in an effort to maximize those precious zzz’s. Truth is: If Baby doesn’t get her morning and ...read more
To say that the choice to stop breastfeeding was a difficult one would be a vast understatement. I tortured myself with my own uncertainty. I cringed every time someone asked me if I was still nursing. I rationalized, and I compensated, and I made excuses, and judged myself like ...read more
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=em7T_RMkv2Y Have you seen our virtual baby shower? More importantly, have you entered to win ONE of everything in our Momtrends registry? If so, you’ll see that Baby Bjorn is one of our favorite brands. We’re in love with our Baby Carrier One and ...read more
Two weeks after my first child was born, I went to my trusty salon stylist and requested the ultimate cliche: a bob. I wanted my hair short, blunt, and fuss-free. Truth was: It was a small miracle I managed to brush my teeth most mornings. But my hair? Um, so not a priority. I ...read more
We’re obsessed with baby clothes here at The Shopping Mama. Big brands, little brands, boutique brands—we don’t discriminate. If the itty-bitty mini onesies, stretchies, leggings, dresses and rompers are cute, we’re totally on board! But if the pint-size pieces are cute and ...read more
