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
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
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
Today, we're frosting our glasses, cracking open our favorite A&W root beer, creating root beer floats, and getting ready to celebrate National Root Beer Float Day (tomorrow, August 6th) with our kids! A root beer float is a classic treat that instantly takes me back to my ...read more
Mornings can be hectic in our household. As a busy mom of two, I try to make sure I sit down with the kids for a few minutes while they eat their breakfast every morning. I sip my coffee while the kids munch away on their favorite cereals. We talk about the upcoming day, their ...read more
Consumers today demand variety and flavor. Just stroll through the drink aisle and really pay attention the next time you're in the store. Ever since middle school I've been a big fan of Dr Pepper, and now as an adult I've discovered the breadth of Dr Pepper Snapple Group (DPS) ...read more
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 ...read more
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
Potty training. It's something that all parents deal with. No matter how different our parenting styles may be, everyone potty trains their little ones at some point or another. Potty training can be scary to think about, but we're here to help with a few tips and some of our ...read more
Compensation was provided by Hershey via MomTrends. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of Hershey or Momtrends. It's almost Valentine's Day! It's the last weekend before all the Valentine's Day school madness starts ...read more
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
Disclaimer: Compensation was provided by Hershey via MomTrends. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions ofHershey or Momtrends. We are all familiar with Easter baskets but this year let's make Valentine's Day even sweeter ...read more
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
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
Tell me it's not true. Christmas is less than a week away? These past few weeks have been a blur. I've been trying to "do it all" and it's catching up to me. I need about a week of sleep and I still have a few last minute gifts to pick up before Christmas rolls around. Kmart.com ...read more
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
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
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
The holidays are a great time to talk to your kids about the importance of giving back. Our family donates to several charities that are important to our hearts. Especially during the holidays we try to go out of our way to make more of an effort to show our support in our ...read more
Yes, you read that right. Bluelight specials are back, seriously! Kmart is bringing the Bluelight out of retirement and giving you ridiculously awesome deals! Every single store, every single day! We have been rediscovering Kmart this past year after returning to the USA. ...read more
This photograph perfectly captures our trip to the pumpkin patch last year. One kid was overly excited about picking the perfect pumpkin, while one kid cried about everything. Meltdown central. At the time, I was stressed about getting the perfect picture of the kids walking ...read more
We may not be seeing snow or hearing sleigh bells just yet but Kmart's savvy shoppers at are making their holiday shopping lists and checking them twice. Kmart's ridiculously awesomeNo Money Down Layaway is helping members stay one step ahead of managing budgets this busy holiday ...read more
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
We're excited to share that Kmart recently revealed its Fab 15 list of the hottest toys for the 2015 holiday season and announced its first ever Kid Toy Advisory Board - a select group of kids of Kmart associates who will serve as toy experts and holiday toy consultants! That ...read more
