It's so easy to advise your friends to "live in the moment." I think we all aspire to be parents that are truly present with our families. I'll be the first to admit I am a work in progress when it comes to mindful parenting. I want to make the time with my girls count, that's ...read more
I love heels. I don't love what they do to my feet and back. Now that I'm well into my 40s, I'm getting pickier and pickier about footwear. I want heels I can walk in. I don't think it's too much to ask. At an accessories preview in NYC, I happened up on a collection of luxury ...read more
This post was originally published in October of 2017, after a gunman opened fire at a concert in Las Vegas, killing 58 people. Four months later, it still applies. In this, the latest heartbreaking, soul-crushing human massacre, 17 were murdered at a high-school in ...read more
Nowadays, Kindergarten is serious biz. It's no longer the half day of play and finger-painting fun that I remember fondly from my childhood. It's intense, it's exhausting, and it's real work. Not to say it isn't still awesomely enjoyable and educational; it's just less about ...read more
Cocktails, friends, makeovers, and foot massages… This scenario adds up to my ideal moms’ night out! Luckily for me, I recently joined Momtrends, Meredith Corporation, and a few fabulous influencers for an evening that included all of the above and so much more. Hosted by the ...read more
Savoring summer, that was our mission at Momtrends. We cut way back on office hours this summer to let families have flexibility. When we did gather for meetings, we tried to have an element of fun. On Wednesdays we planned outings like this one to Tipsy Scoop for grown-up ...read more
Okay, guys. Imma get real and raw here for a minute (wouldn't the first time... probably won't the be the last). Truth is: I'm having a really hard time swallowing the fact that my first baby, my big boy, the little dude that made me a mama is going to be in Kindergarten come ...read more
Want a great travel outfit for NYC? Look no further than a few local NYC designers that happen to be moms. First, there's my friend Carly from 30 Something Fashion—she made the perfect t-shirt. Then there's Nicole from Colovos who made the perfect travel pant. Put them together ...read more
I'm excited to share some pictures of the new FEED flagship store in Brooklyn. It's bound to be a community hub and it's already become my go-to spot for something cool and refreshing this summer. Lauren Bush has thrown her heart and soul into this new spot that is both boutique ...read more
I made my first trip to Evereve last week when I was in Minneapolis. It wasn't until this year that I ever even had the brand on my radar. Started by a savvy mom boss, they have a lofty goal: to become the "most beloved national retail brand for moms." Who they serve The ...read more
Working out is not my strong suit. I've never been an avid exerciser, and though I try to get a little cardio for the sake of my health, body, mind and mental sanity, I prefer to do it solo--on a treadmill or the elliptical--safe from the silent judgment of fellow overzealous ...read more
I love this sweater. And I love this month. Because we are doing something different. You heard me talk about a shift from buying to doing... and that's where we are going this month. Yep, I'll be talking about cute outfits, but I'll also be talking about my favorite places in ...read more
Happy Valentine's Day! Who's ready for a super-cute Valentine's Day craft? We are loving all things miniature, and this V-Day is no different. We might express it in a tiny form, but our hearts are overflowing with love. You can turn a boring, regular old matchbox into a sweet ...read more
Oh, the weather out there is frightful (actually, I love it), but we've got a cozy craft to keep your hands busy while watching the snow fall. You'll need yarn, a wooden block (or you can just hot glue a couple of pieces of cardboard together), a hot glue gun, and some wooden ...read more
I’m not a big believer in traditional New Year’s resolutions. More often than not, in years past, I’ve set myself up for failure with unrealistic, unfocused, and grandiose goals. Lose weight, eat better, exercise more, indulge in “me time,” be more present with my children. Um, ...read more
Before I had kids, I wore all sorts of jewelry. Heavy statement necklaces, cocktail rings, big glamorous baubles, impractical hoop earrings, stacked bangles, and pretty little luxuries of every kind. But all that bling went out the door when I had my babies. It was impossible to ...read more
Yesterday was the first of December, and so, of course, we broke out the advent calendar and put on one of many pairs of festive jammies. And while holiday time has now officially kicked off, it actually started much earlier for me. You see, my seasonal celebrations begin with ...read more
I’m one of those “don’t-even-talk-to-me-about-the-December-holidays-until-we-get-through-Thanksgiving” people. I love me my presents and my eggnog and my stocking stuffers and my tree-trimming trinkets, but I don’t like skipping ahead and glossing over fall’s grand finale. ...read more
Family memories are everything. It's what we work so hard for to create a loving environment and figure out a way to bottle some of that goodness. In a way, our photos make time stand still. Photos bring us back in touch with those who are no longer with us. For many families ...read more
If I had an extra hour in the morning, I would …. Sleep! Exercise! Mediate! Sleep some more! Start the crockpot! Blow-dry my hair! Watch Netflix! Try to sleep! Clean the house! Get a head start on work! WHO AM I KIDDING?!?! I WOULD DEFINITELY SLEEP! But that’s just me. This ...read more
“Balance is BS.” As moms struggling to juggle the demands of work and parenthood—not to mention those of our partners, household, friends, and extended families—these words certainly ring true. And, yet, we continue to try to have it all, do it all, and be it all. In fact, ...read more
“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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qpb1ygj51Q 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 ...read more
School is back in session, and to ease yourself in, why not do some easy crafting? This DIY cactus rock garden will not only provide some much-needed zen, it's also functional as a photo-holder. I love projects that are simple and fun---but I especially love when they use natural ...read more
