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Twizzlers Firework Popsicles
Today I'm excited to share my fun Twizzlers Fireworks Popsicles! These are super easy to make and an impressive treat to cool down with during the summer. Related: Boozy popsicles As part of a blogger outreach program with Momtrends I was asked to come up with a creative ...read more
Pack a Super Hero Lunch
Getting my kiddos to eat their lunch at school every day is a challenge. They tend to go straight for the cookie or treat I pack and skip over the sandwich, forgo the carrot sticks, and ignore the apple. It seems I'm always looking for clever ways to get my kids to eat their ...read more
Snack Better With Annie Chun's Seaweed Crisps
I'm always on the hunt for snacks that are healthy, taste good, and that everyone in the family will enjoy. On a recent shopping trip, I discovered Annie Chun's Seaweed Crisps. These were intriguing! As I stood in the aisle of my local grocery store with my toddler in the cart ...read more
On-the-Go and In-the-Know With the CVS Pharmacy App
As a mom, I'm always on the go. Keeping everything running smoothly is a big responsibility. Now that school is back in session I'm gearing up for those back to school germs to hit. I want to be prepared. With so many things on my plate at once, I need to keep things simple and ...read more
The Michelada Mexican Cocktail with Clamato
Of course around here on Momtrends you've probably already figured out that we like a good cocktail. Being in the Western US (Arizona) and so close to Mexico, there are a lot of Latin flavors around here. We decided we wanted to try the Michelada Mexican Cocktail made with ...read more
5 Tips to Prepare Kids for Their First Time at Summer Camp
So you've decided to send your kid to their first summer camp. You're probably a little nervous, they're probably a little nervous but you've got this. Summer camp is a great experience for kids to have! We've got 5 great tips to prepare kids for their first time at summer camp. ...read more
5 Smart Home Ideas for Parents and Pet Owners With #IrisByLowes
Almost every person I know either has kids, pets, or both. With this in mind, I put together five smart home ideas for parents and pet owners with Iris By Lowe's. Motion Sensors and Lights If your household is anything like mine, you probably have a kid who wakes up almost ...read more
Easy Valentine Printables for Your Child's School
It's the last weekend before all the Valentine's Day school madness starts for the kids. We got a jump on things a bit early and created two printables that are perfect for Valentine's Day swaps at school. Creating these will be a perfect afternoon activity for you and the kids ...read more
An Easy and Customizable DIY Smart Home - Iris By Lowe's
Iris by Lowe's offers home owners and renters an easy, totally customizable smart home that you can install yourself. I'm all about keeping up with technology and I love that the Iris makes my life easier. Everyone wants that, right?! Do-It-Yourself Yes, Iris by Lowe's is DIY. ...read more
2 Sweet Kids' Valentine Baskets
We are all familiar with Easter baskets but this year let's make Valentine's Day even sweeter for the littlest ones you love - your kids - with a Valentine's Day basket surprise. We've crafted two sweet treats for your kiddos to celebrate love, and of course, chocolate! 2 Sweet ...read more
Set up a Smart Home With Iris by Lowe's
We have smart phones. Our kids have smart toys. Why not have a smart home too. Technology is ever changing to benefit our needs and wants, and what we want is to keep our families and homes safe; Iris offers this security. Iris is a completely customizable smart home system by ...read more
Story Surprise! A Monthly Book Service for Children
We love to read in our house. We read to both of our children in the womb and continue to read to them as they've grown over the years. From board books to chapter books and educational books, we love them all. Story Surprise is an innovative and fun monthly children's book ...read more
Add Sparkle to Your Holiday Wish List With Zales
It's hard to believe that the holidays are right around the corner. Add some last minute sparkle from Zales to your wish list this year, or shop for someone special. Nothing is more romantic than jewelry. In my opinion, you can never go wrong with some shimmer and shine for the ...read more
Amwell - Online Doctor Visits in Minutes #MomsLoveAmwell
Moms don't have time to be sick, and we hate it when our kids are too. Let's face it, going to the doctor isn't fun for anyone. What if I told you didn't have to go anywhere? You don't even need to get out of bed. Yes, about half of doctors visits can be done online with the ...read more
Go Organically Fruit Snacks
It’s December and we’re hitting that middle of the school year slump. The days are shorter, the weather is colder and the holidays are right around the corner. Flu season is in full swing, and I’ll bet someone in your family probably has a cold right now as you’re reading this. ...read more
Laundry Tips for Busy Moms and Messy Kids
I recently saw a quote that said "The most memorable days end with the dirtiest clothes". I completely agree! But, I'm also a Mom who has to deal with all those dirty clothes at the end of those memorable days and that can stress me out. This past week my daughter's elementary ...read more
Breastfeeding Friday: Chewbeads Jewelry and NuRoo Nursing Scarf
As a breastfeeding mama I'm always on the lookout for stylish and functional accessories. Chewbeads and NuRoo offer moms products that pull double duty! Add an extra layer of style while also keeping it functional with Chewbeads necklaces and NuRoo nursing scarves. Both of ...read more
Breastfeeding Friday: Glamourmom Nursing Tanks and Mommy Meds App
August is National Breastfeeding Month and we've got some exciting things lined up to share for all the breastfeeding mamas throughout this month. Every Friday in August, we'll be sharing some great breastfeeding finds in our new mini series Breastfeeding Friday. At the end of ...read more
Why Handwriting is Important and Tips to Encourage Kids to Write More #BICFightForYourWrite
This year BIC® is celebrating 30 years of helping kids reach their potential. As we prepare to head back to school and to help celebrate BIC's 30 year old success, we've partnered with them to help save handwriting by sharing some reasons why handwriting is important and tips ...read more
Create a Tabletop S'mores Bar with your Family This Summer!
Nothing quite tastes like summer as much as s'mores! As one of the most defining flavors and experiences of summer, Hershey's Milk Chocolate, marshmallows and graham crackers have brought families together for decades! While we love these fun s'mores recipes, we also like the ...read more
Organize Your Family Calendar with Post-it® Notes
Last week I shared how I created my color coded family calendar using Post-it® Notes from the Post-it Brand World of Color collections, and Post-it® Full Adhesive Rolls. I'm happy to say that after using the calendar for a while, it's been great! It's definitely helped keep us ...read more