Summer is a time for fun and relaxation. The kids don't have school and we get more days to sleep in. It's been a bit of a slower pace around here. My kids love when I make themed snacks for them. They adored it when I made these peeps pudding cups this past Easter. So, this ...read more
Fairy Gardens are a whimsical way to provoke creativity and add a little magic to your home. With some simple supplies (all found at the dollar store!) you can make a beautiful fairy garden for your spritely friends to have Easter brunch with you. The best part about a Fairy ...read more
Find out why we love at-home anti-aging treatments like the Conture Face & Neck Conture Kinetic Skin Toning system. In our latest video from the Momtrends' beauty labs I'm testing a cool new device. Here are the tips to use it and the results I've gotten: I've seen changes in ...read more
While it's a few months before the New Year on the calendar, the start of the new school year is a great point to make healthy changes for your family and in your home. Making changes with a successful school year in mind can lead to healthy habits year round. One of the ...read more
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I9ycjSps2Vw I’m pretty sure that I say “Vitamin E” about 50 times in this two-minute video. But considering I’m talking about The Body Shop’s Vitamin E collection, I think that’s totally acceptable. This royal pink box of booty is loaded with ...read more
I love to travel--and having a family doesn't stop me. My youngest daughter went on her first flight at only three months old. I lucked and out and both my infant and toddler fell asleep shortly after takeoff. I know that won't always be the case, and some trips will be harder ...read more
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvGVxJdUYMQ&feature=youtu.be We love a stylish stroller here at The Shopping Mama. And the Orla Kiely stroller doesn’t disappoint. It marries the functionality of a traditional Maclaren baby buggy with Orla Keily’s signature fashion-forward ...read more
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Xd1PqDCLRA&feature=youtu.be I'm a busy mom, and often times makeup takes a back seat to things like--oh, I don't know--babies and breakfast and nursery school drop-off and diaper changes... Most days, I'm amazed if I've managed to get makeup on ...read more
This year, we are focusing on a theme for our favorite dads: Bikes! This bike license plate is the perfect accessory for the on-the-go dad. With just a few supplies, you've got yourself a great gift. You will need: Air Dry Clay (we used DAS) Kitchen Knife Stamps Paints and ...read more
Happy Father's Day! Last year we broke the standard Father's Day gift giving and we showed you how to create this adorable gnome terrarium. This year we've got this awesome bicycle frame that is perfect for that cool, urban dad. (Or, at least we'll let him think he's cool. Hey, ...read more
We’ve been on a quest to find a high-quality umbrella stroller—one that’s sturdy, offers a smooth ride, provides plenty of storage, and is lightweight, easy to handle, pleasing to the eye, and comfortable for Baby too. That’s not asking too much—is it? … Enter the Baby Cargo ...read more
Want a cute accessory for you or your kiddos? These raffia bow ties are the perfect thing to put the spring in your step! Here's what you'll need: Raffia Hot glue Pin backings Watch this quick tutorial video so that you can add these sweet bows to your wardrobe. Subscribe ...read more
When was the last time you finished a lipstick? That's the question Chelsa Crowley and Julie Fredrickson put out there when launching their beauty brand, Stowaway Cosmetics. Premium beauty products in portable sizes--it's a novel concept and a convenient option for busy moms, ...read more
Are you the kind of girl who likes to show off her style even if you're just taking a walk around the corner to your local bodega? Well, if you have a daughter, I bet she's watching her fashion loving mama and wants her own fabulous outfits to make a splash in as well! Enter the ...read more
We all know and love those squishy, sugary little animal confections called "Peeps". But popping a whole bunch of sweets right before swimsuit season is not my idea of a good time. So instead of getting a belly ache, I get my Peep fix by creating something almost just as ...read more
HALO is already well know for their cozy SleepSacks for babies but now they are expanding their brand. We're excited to share that recently HALO released their very first bassinet - the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper. The HALO Bassinest is the only infant bassinet that moves to ...read more
One of the iconic things to do while in NYC is to walk the Brooklyn Bridge. The walk will take about 30 minutes (depending on how little your kids are) and you won't soon forget it! This family-friendly jaunt is perfect for the stroller set. An object or beauty, the bridge was ...read more
Before the holidays, we shared a review of the Nerd Block Jr. subscription box: a service that delivers fun toys for kids 6 - 11 each month. Last time we shared all the details of a Boy Nerd Block Jr. and today we're comparing the Boy and Girl boxes from January to give you a ...read more
You don't have to give up fashion to have a functional and stylish diaper bag. In fact, we recently discovered an incredible bag that melds both worlds with the sleek Fiona Bag by Baby Cargo. As a go-to convertible diaper bag, the Fiona Bag functions as a crossover purse/diaper ...read more
We're always on the hunt for great toys that will last beyond the holiday season to share with you on The Shopping Mama. In this holiday toy video, we're excited give you a closer look at toy toys we think make GREAT gifts this holiday season from our friends at HABA: Gotz Sleepy ...read more
While we are loving the cooler weather as an excuse to rock our favorite fall fashions, it is also an incredible time to enjoy the comforts of staying in. With that comes more cooking and baking with one of our favorite recipes being a Vegan Homemade Chili. A healthy addition ...read more
One of the hottest trends in parenting is the DIY baby food movement. It's never been more trendy to give your kids the fruits and veggies that are fresh from the farm (or store). I think it's a great movement, if you've got the time and the right tools. I don't want to stress ...read more
Dutch baby brand Nuna is built on a simple premise: "that baby products should take some of the work out of being new parents, so people can actually enjoy being new parents." Now that is an idea we can get behind. A couple months ago, we shared the brilliant simplicity of the ...read more
spring fashion finds by momtrends featuring Avon Avon partnered with me and Marissa Meade to preview Spring 2014 fashion and beauty trends. Marissa and I got to play with black & white and then we switched it up to brights. This video shows you how to work polka dots, print and ...read more
