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New Year. New Trends. New You! I'm so thrilled to share with you thatStella & Dot's New Spring Collection has arrived! The entire line is stunning but below are a few of my absolute favorite pieces. I'm crazy for this Dot Bloom Necklace. It's going to look great with ...read more

We have the latest news on the new line, Rayil. This stylish and classy children'??s clothing line features a beautiful collection of fashions that are made from silk and cotton Indian fabrics. This includes everything from dresses to tunics, shirts, pants and stoles for the ...read more

I love that I have an extra room in my house for an office. The kids have taken this over as a playroom, but I am looking to reclaim some of the room with all of my office essentials. Here are some inspiring home office ideas as I work to make my space my own. 1. Lost in ...read more

It'??s no secret that we all want to stay updated with the latest and greatest fashion trends. Momtrends is famous for keeping us in the know. Staying organized and getting inspired to be more organized in the New Year is also on our wish list. So of course, we'??re ready to ...read more

Don't be out of style this winter. I've made it easy to stay on trend: Presenting the 5 best winter fashion trends. Learn how to look great this winter with this fashion tutorial that offers simple tips to make getting dressed up easy and fun. Accessorize your wardrobe with ...read more

Going green isn't as easy it seems. There is so much information out there, and many products that say they are 'natural' or 'eco-friendly' while they still contain chemicals. At the event, I had the chance to hear from healthy-living advocates and green mompreneurs Amy Ziff ...read more

We are always on the hunt for stylish and functional products, and personally I have been looking to minimize the amount of bags I carry by switching over to a laptop sleeve. I found the perfect case from Lila Mae, a new, online shopping destination that features a collection ...read more

Do you believe art is an essential part of your child's education? Then you already know how important art education is '?? and how schools are struggling to keep their art programs alive. That's where Art Room Aid can help! A program of Blick Art Materials, Art Room Aid is ...read more

We love the whimsical and sparkly world of The Land of Nod that features functional pieces and bright colors that is perfect for children. The spring collection (out on January 22nd) offers that same vivid colors with new trends like emerald, denim, and floral pieces. This ...read more

I love that my daughter has taken to eating raw kale (a four-year process), but as much as she loves raw veggies she loves her sweets even more. I'm also a fan of both worlds and love discovering new treats. I recently surprised my girls (and sugar-loving husband) with a ...read more

Nursery design has sure come a long way from pink and blue rooms. Today, we see modern and refined fashions coming from designers in the baby and kids clothing category as well as original and eclectic designs debuting in the baby and childrens' bedding niche. Caty's Crib is a ...read more

My daughter is a big snacker, so I like to have healthy snacks like fruits and veggies on-hand. Another snack that we both have been enjoying is the latest powerhouse called Aroniaberry Gummies. Made by Supperberries, these tasty gummy chews are packed with a dose of healthy ...read more

Kohl'??s Department Stores is bringing the charming stories from legendary author Dr. Seuss to children and families across the country with playful and affordable books and plush toys that will delight readers with their magical rhymes and quirky illustrations. This spring, ...read more

Greetings from Italy wear the gelato is rich, the clothes divine and the scenery is inspiring. I'm on whirlwind European vacation and only have time to share the highlights. First stop: Venice. On my first trip to Venice I can definitely understand why there is a NYC ...read more

It is pretty scary the amount of chemicals that are in everyday products. From bath products to cleaners, our children are exposed to many harsh products. Seventh Generation, the leading brand of green cleaning products, makes it easy to stay away from chemicals with their ...read more

Remember when we kicked off the Ford series '??Escape My Life'?? The latest video is here and it's time to share. Natasha Leggero and Joe Lo Truglio are back and the sparks are flying. Keep checking in for more episodes We will be bringing you all eight '??Escape My ...read more

Staying organized is a priority of mine for 2013. To stay on top of all of the exciting aspects in my life - work events, afterschool sports schedules, recipes, medical info, shopping receipts, travel itineraries, etc, I have been using a new online free service called ...read more

We are so excited for Disney'??s Oz The Great and Powerful(opening in theaters on March 8, 2013). To celebrate the movie, OPI announced the launch of six limited edition nail lacquers and a new Liquid Sand'?¢ shade, inspired by the movie. '??OPI is very excited to take this ...read more

I'm sharing some of my favorite quick beauty fixes with this fun YouTube video. Hope it inspired you to do something pretty today. Here's what we used: CoverGirl Outlast Stay Brilliantfor more information ww.covergirl.com/ CoverGirl Clump Crusher for more information ...read more

Nieves Lavi is making its return back to Resort with their latest collection, marking the brand'??s exciting return to the colorful season. Available on Amazon.com, the beautiful collection is inspired by the tropical, sundrenched beaches of SaintBarthélemy, the dresses and ...read more

My husband and I operate as a team to get the house cleaned up as quickly as possible so that we can enjoy some time together when the kiddos go to sleep. This means the same thing every night - pick up after the kids, make lunches, wash the dishes and so on. We don't have a ...read more

Combine fashion and girl talk and a good dose of sass and you get Double Divas--the new reality show from Lifetime. The fitting and fashion therapy action goes down in Atlanta'??s renowned boutique LiviRae Lingerie. Owners Molly & Cynthia are '??Sizing America One Bra at a ...read more

Simplicity is key for 2013, and to make things even easier more and more moms are purchasing groceries online that gets delivered right to their door! Peapod is one of those services where you can locate fresh meats, national brands, produce, natural and organic items, prepared ...read more

Another year, another hunt for the latest trends. Hudson+Bleecker Inc., the travel + lifestyle accessories brand whose collections are fashion forward and evoke playful sophistication for any stylish individual, recently caught our eye as we had the chance to check out their ...read more

Every year we leave the traditional snacks for Santa (homemade molasses cookies and milk) and for his nine tiny reindeer (baby carrots). But this year, we really wanted to get in good, so we left him a new snack -- a big bowl of Popcorn Indiana's new Drizzled Kettlecorn. That's ...read more

Some say that resolutions are too hard to keep. To help us all stick with our plans and goals, I found several blogs that showcase fun DIY projects, organizational tips and more to keep us all on track to reach our goals in 2013. 1. A Bowl Full of Lemons has a great list on ...read more

Staying hydrated is serious business, especially when 75% of people are dehydrated. This is also linked to daytime fatigue, cramps, headaches, dizziness, nausea and rapid heart rates, which as a mom, means you won't be on top of the many challenges that make up your day. To ...read more

The Ergobaby Carrier has become a staple must-have in many households. I have been using one since my son Ryder was born over four years ago. In my opinion, it is by far the most comfortable baby carrier on the market today. The Ergobaby Carrier was born out of a personal desire ...read more

I've updated my bedding this year with a new look from www.craneandcanopy.com. The online bedding brand focuses on 300+ thread count bedding at up to 70% discount. High design, high quality, but by cutting out the department stores, middlemen, savvy moms can save a bundle. When ...read more

Who says you can't find inspiration from your child's fits. I have been caught in the clothing battle many times as was father and fashion designer Michael Jarvela who grew tired of daily power-struggles and tantrums with his kids over getting dressed. As a 20-year veteran of ...read more

With data suggesting that nearly 80% of all new-year'??s resolutions are broken by the end of January each year1,Balance Bar Company, maker of one of America'??s original nutrition energy bars, is helping consumers '??Outlast'? their new year'??s resolutions. Encouraging ...read more

If there is one thing my daughter has taught me about fashion is that you don't always have to mix and match. Now that she dresses herself I am always amazed by what she puts together. Some days there is striped tights with polka dresses and others there is a sun hat with ...read more

You have to balance things in life. This is not a news flash. It's more of a reminder. Balance is the only way to have a healthy somewhat less hectic life. Where this sage advice fits into your day runs the gamut. From the superficial outside (Coco Chanel said take off one ...read more

One resolution that is top on most of our lists is to eat better. Not talking about weight, we want to promote healthy eating for an overall lifestyle change. One easy way to focus on healthy eating is to eat small meals and snacks during the day. Here are a few of our favorite ...read more