My big guy is having the best time at his little morning summer camp. It's exclusively outdoors on an open field and playground--which means the counselors have to get very creative with sports and activities and fun and games. Yes, they craft on a picnic table and play board ...read more
Summer is all about slowing down and spending time with family and friends. Cookouts reign supreme during this sweltering season, but sometimes, parties are more formal. And what better than a classy craft cocktail for your more intimate dinner parties. This blackberry sage gin ...read more
Camp Mom is in session.While my almost six year old big boy goes to our town's summer recreation program, my little lady bug is stuck at home with yours truly. She loves me and all, but I know my social butterfly would want to be playing and crafting and singing and running with ...read more
My little guy will be turning six years old in a few short weeks. I can hardly believe it--where has the time gone? He graduated Kindergarten and is growing up way too fast on me. I need to seize this time and soak in every moment of his sweetness. This notion is exactly why I ...read more
I'll admit that my kids spend more time than I'd like on various devices. The phone, the iPad, the laptop, and multiple televisions provide them with ample screen time--to say the least. The fact is: as a working mama, sometimes I need to "plug" my kids in so that I can plug away ...read more
Do you have a favorite frozen cocktail? Do you prefer sugary sweet cocktails or cocktails where other flavors come through?If you love frozen cocktails and a lovely balanced flavor where the rum shines through, this frozen mai tai cocktail is for you.A lovely combination of sweet ...read more
Can you believe the Fourth of July is almost here? Time is progressing so quickly I can hardly believe it myself. And what does the upcoming holiday mean? It means you need a good Independence Day cocktail. It's all about the cookouts and cocktails!And this summer cocktail is ...read more
My son's Kindergarten teacher sent home a note today that said "we are officially counting down the last 10 days of school." For the next week and a half, they'll be celebrating with one special surprise every day.Of course, most of these "surprises" involve some level of ...read more
You know what's funny about little kids? They don't feel the cold. The water temperature could be 50-degrees; when they're swimming around in a pool, they couldn't care less--purple lips and all.Of course, once they climb out and their little bodies are exposed to the air, it's a ...read more
Time for some fun in the sun ladies and I have just the adult beverage you need! Yes, I said NEED. This poolside rum punch is so delicious and easy to make it will is the perfect recipe to whip up for the long, sunny, pool days ahead.I love grape juice, but what I love even more ...read more
When my little lady was a baby girl, I would go absolutely berserk buying bathing suits and bikinis and all sorts of adorably girlie and totally ridiculous (but pretty!) beach and pool ensembles.I'd have to slather heaps of sunscreen on her exposed arms and legs and back and ...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
1. Foster an “Outside” Connection to LearningSummer is the perfect time to show kids that learning doesn’t just happen at school. And one of the best ways to make at-home learning fun during the summer is to take it outside! You can conduct simple experiments that may be too ...read more
When it comes to personal style, I'm not a big believer in "rules." If anything, we, at Momtrends, encourage our readers to be trend-setters, sartorial rule breakers, and stylish risk takers. (If you're going to wear leggings as pants, we fully support you! Just please, PLEASE ...read more
Put down that pumpkin spice latté. Fall doesn't officially arrive for another 21 days--what's the rush? Before we pick apples at the orchard and break out our favorite boot, let's enjoy these last few fleeting days and weeks of summer. And what better way to celebrate the ...read more
It has been an epic summer. Labor Day is around the corner, and school starts in less than three weeks. The season of fun and sun and freedom is almost coming to a close. But I’m not ready to throw in the [beach] towel just yet! I want to make the most of every hot, sweaty, ...read more
Haven't been hitting the beach as much as you'd like this summer?! Well, don't worry, I the perfect DIY craft that will make you feel like you've spent the day with your toes in the sand. With the kids in camp most of the day, we haven't been able to get to the beach as much as ...read more
Summer is in full swing. Pool days, beach trips, park visits—it’s all become a big blur at this point in time; and we still have another month and a half to go! But it’s true what they say—time flies when you’re having fun. And we’ve definitely been having fun and making the ...read more
Summer can be hard in NYC. Parents are constantly seeking ways to keep their kids entertained, engaged, and occupied; and balance physical outdoor activities with relaxing downtime inside. And that's where these amazing playrooms come into play (get it?). They're designed to ...read more
I'm having a hard time wrapping my brain around the fact that we're almost half way through July. Wasn't it just Memorial Day weekend? Didn't we just celebrate the solstice? Where is summer going? Slow down! I need more mornings at the beach, afternoons at the playground, and ...read more
Can I tell you one of my favorite things about walking into a tropical resort, destination hotel, or spa center? ... It's the abundance and availability of fruit-infused water. I know, I know... I'm easy to please; it's just one of the simple pleasures and little luxuries I can ...read more
One of my favorite summer pastimes is tie-dying tee shirts! Every summer I gather up the kids and head to the arts-and-crafts store. We fill the bin with armfuls of crafty fun things to do on those long summer days. I pick things I know will keep the kid entertained for a while. ...read more
Throughout most of the year I'm a jeans kinda gal. Jeans and a bulky sweater in the winter. Jeans and a tee in the spring. Jeans and light layers in the fall... But in the summer, I trade out my beloved denim almost entirely for maxi dresses. I love a good maxi dress because it's ...read more
Do you own a fitness tracker? These wearables have become all the rage lately and are more than just a fad. If you don't yet have one, you may be surprised how motivated you become when you see you have climbed fewer stairs than yesterday or managed more steps than a friend ...read more