"What the heck is a Slytherin?!" I knew the older couple behind us was in trouble from the start. For anyone not steeped in Harry Potter lore, seeing the new two-part play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child would be like getting hit with a confundus charm. Excuse me if I sound a ...read more
While youre busy gearing up for the holidays and all that jazz, weve got a reason for you to take a breather and head to the theater. Childrens theater, that is. The New Victory Theater in Times Square is the first and only full time performing arts theater for kids and their ...read more
We got to get an exclusive look at what's happening over at Disney Interactive-- and we are liking it. A lot. They bring us Cars 2, LEGO® Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game, and Phineas and Ferb: Across the Second Dimension. At the Eventi Hotel in Manhattan, we were ...read more
One of our favorite books is coming to life in a children's production of Room on the Broom. Tall Stories of London is a theater group that has adapted the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Room on the Broomtells the tale of the a witch and her cat and the ...read more
On-the-go parents love the comfort, utility and style of BABYBJÃ?RN carriers. I'd know--I've logged more than four years of carrying my babes in this brand. It's a thrill to be able to share the latest carrier--The Comfort Carrier--with Momtrends readers.Just in time for your ...read more
Time for another installment of kitchen essentials. The Preserve Colanderis a must-have tool for moms. Sturdy and stylish, this item is ideal for draining pasta (a staple of 90% of toddler's diets) as well as perfect for rinsing fresh fruit. Available in two sizes, you'll soon ...read more
I'm so lucky to have some amazing foodie friends. Today I'm sharing a recipe from Romy Horn, founder of Dough Re Me Kids in DUMBO Brooklyn (read her profile here). Romy knows all about mixing kids and nutritious meals. She teaches afterschool classes--and she goes way beyond the ...read more
I'm teaming up with Totsy Mom, Audrey McClelland, to host a Twitter Party on Monday night. We are gearing up for SUMMER TRAVEL with a TRAVEL-themed Twitter Party! Stop by and talk about the best travel toys and gear for travel--whether by plane, train or car--and get a chance ...read more
Nothing beats playing in the dirt with your kids. Disney FamilyFun magazine shared some green gardening ideas that bring both city and country kids outside to learn about the earth, and have some fun. Savvy moms know that gardening'??s not just for grown-ups. Here are some ...read more
No, Momtrends hasn't been invaded by aliens. This is the latest in composting technology. The Ecomposter ($349.99) is a rolling ball of composting fun. According to the company, yard and food waste make up 30% of the trash in the US. Imagine if you could re-use this waste to ...read more
We are always looking for new ways to get crafty. Beautiful, creative, fun artwork anyone? I thought so! Take a look at how you can help your little one get inspired by the beach without leaving your home. Artisands "painting with sand" kits come equipped with everything your ...read more
