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A Much Needed Mom’s …

October 22, 2018 By admin

Fall is always hectic for me with back-to-school activities, a million birthdays, the sad job of packing up my summer clothes and events galore. I can’t make every influencer event but when I got invited to Momtrends’ annual Moms’ Night Out…which just happened to be in the middle of my husband’s 12-day business trip..I knew I wanted in on the fun.

This annual Momtrends event is always a great time for influencers to learn about the newest trends, news and the latest must-have items from family-friendly brands. The event was hosted by Parents Magazine at the Meredith Publications headquarters in lower Manhattan, an awesome spot for a staycation where you can visit the Statue of Liberty and One World Trade Center just minutes away.

But…back to my fun night out which included food and drinks, fashion, toy and health news you can use, pampering massages, giveaways and a kid-free evening with my blogger buddies. YAY!

The evening kicked off with a welcome from Parents editor-in-chief, Liz Vaccariello, tasty appetizers and a gorgeous made-to-order smoothie bar.

Have you ever seen a smoothie bar this pretty?

Read on for a glimpse of the event…

Culturelle® Baby Probiotics and Diaper Bag Musts

Busy moms need to make sure their diaper bags are filled with every necessity and Culturelle® Baby Probiotics gave us the chance to fill our pick of bags (I went with this chic navy backpack) with a comprehensive list of must-have items.

Digestive wellness is important for the whole family and Culturelle is the #1 pediatrician recommended probiotic brand, based on a 2016 survey among pediatricians recommending a kids probiotic brand.

Culturelle® Baby Calm + Comfort Probiotic + Chamomile Drops helps reduce crying and fussiness due to occasional digestive upset. Culturelle® Baby Grow + Thrive Probiotics + Vitamin D Drops promotes the development of a healthy digestive and immune system, and helps babies build strong bones.

Stylish Fashions for Family and Home from JCPenney’s New Payton & Parker Line

JCPenney gave us a preview of their new Payton & Parker lifestyle brand which features stylish and affordable clothing and home decor. I was really impressed with the on-trend items (lots of sparkle for holidays) and cozy fashions. There were plenty of matching and coordinating items for the whole family which are just perfect for the holidays. How fun are these Peyton & Parker outfits I styled for my family? I love the matching glitter shoes for me and crown headband for my daughter.

The new Peyton & Parker Collection is available exclusively at JCPenney in select stores and on jcp.com/peyton-parker.

Entertain Kids at Home and Away VTech Toys

Momtrends’ Mom’s Night Out requires pampering and the VTech team set up a cozy Relaxation Station where we enjoyed massages! After we were relaxed, we got to hear about all the hot holiday VTech and LeapFrog picks from this year’s Holiday Gift Guide including some awesome picks for travel (more about that to come).

VTech is a world leader in developing high-quality, innovative educational products that enrich children’s development and make learning fun. My daughter has enjoyed their activity tables, baby laptops, tablets, musical toys, cameras and smartwatches along the years. She is currently wishing for the cool new KidiBuzz for tweens.

Cold & Flu Season is here. Borion to the rescue!

Because germs are always around at home and away, staying healthy is a priority for busy moms. At the event, we got to create our own health-boosting smoothies made with fruit, greens, toppings and pretty edible flowers courtesy of Borion.

Boiron USA is a world leader in homeopathic medicines best known for their top-selling flu medicine Oscillococcinum and their line of cough and cold relief medicines. Their baby & children’s line includes Children’s Coldcalm Liquid Doses and Children’s Chestal Honey Syrup. These homeopathic remedies won’t interact with any other medications, herbs, or supplements, and don’t contain any of the ingredients questioned by the FDA for use in children under age 4.

Thanks again to Momtrends and Parents Magazing for organizing a great Mom’s Night Out!

Note: Thanks to Meredith Corp., JCPenney, VTech, Culturelle Probiotics, and Boiron USA for sponsoring this post. I was compensated for attending this event and writing this post but all opinions are my own. If you don’t want to miss a post, subscribe to Globetrotting Mommy for daily updates!

Father’s Day Gift Guide …

June 4, 2018 By admin

Need a Father’s Day Gift for a dad who travels to eat? Shopping for a father who likes to travel near and far? Getting a present for a couch potato daddy who travels to the nearest mall? Don’t worry, I’ve got you all covered with my Father’s Day Gift Guide.

Father’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Dads

For the Dad Who Wants to See the World:

Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel: Our List of the 500 Best Places to See is a chic hardcover travel tome perfect for dad to peruse in his free time.

Father’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Dads. This book will get every dad dreaming about his next trip.

For the Dad Who Loves to Swim on Vacation:

Dads will love anti-chafe swimwear from NoNetz. These trunks have a soft, anit-bactererial liner instead of a mesh or net brief so dads can stay rash-free and comfy on the beach.

For the Beer Loving Dad:

How super cute is this Choose Your State Beer Cap Trap made to display the caps of dad’s favorite local brews? An eye-catching, American-made gift for craft beer lovers and anyone who likes to “drink local.” Available in the shape of each U.S. state!

For the Foodie Dad:

Mac N’ Cheese is the ultimate comfort food for dads (and kids) so this Americana-Mac-N-Cheese gift set from Thoughtfully is sure to be a hit. It comes with an adorable cast-iron skillet shaped like the U.S, pasta, and two spice blends.

For the Dad who Loves Road Trips:

If you have a dad who love to get behind the wheel (a solo trip, one with the family or a guys getaway), a JUCY RV rental is sure to please. These tricked-out minivans have some cool features of a larger RV without the worries of a big vehicle and crazy gas bills.

For the Older Dad:

For the dad who can take a joke, I love this Old. t-shirt in comfy, garment dyed cotton.

For the Dad With a Big Office:

This Scratch-Off World Map Poster is a great way to track dad’s adventures and plan future getaways.

Which gift is your favorite? Tell me below in the comments.

PS – Trips are always a great Father’s Day gift. If you’re on the East Coast, a trip to Wildwood, New Jersey is a great option the whole family will enjoy.

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Globetrotting Mommy’s …

December 12, 2017 By admin

If you didn’t finish your holiday shopping on Black Friday, you’re still in luck. I’ve rounded up some fun family gift ideas for globetrotting families to enjoy at home and away in this year’s holiday gift guide.

Globetrotting Mommy’s 2017 Holiday Gift Guide

For the Foodie:

For foodies and moms looking for creative ways to get their kids to try new things, Food Faces: 150 Feasts for the Eyes is full of fun inspiration.

For the Sun Worshiper:

A fun pool float makes a great gift to use at home or on vacation. I love this colorful unicorn tube float but the pineapple and donut are super cute too.

For the Traveler

Never confuse your luggage again with this customizable Head Case luggage cover.

For the Geography Buff:

50 Cities of the U.S.A is gorgeous picture book filled with interesting facts and cool details about each city’s famous people, events, cuisine and landmarks.

For the Soon-to-be Mom:

You know how pregnant ladies always measure their baby’s growth in terms of fruits and veggies? These clever PRODUCE tees (and cute gift sets) will be a hit with any soon-to-be mom.

For the Disney lover:

Spread the holiday cheer and give loved ones Disney memories that will last a lifetime with the Gift of Disney Vacations. For the first time ever, guests can send a Disney gift card or full vacation packages. What a great family gift! Don’t miss these Disney World and Disney Cruise tips.

For the Family Vacation Photographer:

The Read This If You Want To Take Great Photographs series has added places and people versions, making them all great gifts for the family photographer.

For NYC Lovers:

Give the gift of navigational fashion and never get lost on the subway again. This adorable unisex Kids NYC All-Over-Map Tee from NYC Subway Line features an accurate subway map on the front and back. Such a great idea for any NYC loving kid and a cool way to teach kids how to navigate around town.

For doll lovers:

The most wanted holiday gift for American Girl fans is the new Create Your Own doll. Girls can customize everything from skin color, eyes and hairstyles to outfits and accessories to create one very special doll. There are more than a million options so be sure to take your time during the selection process or better yet, give her a gift card to create her doll online or at the in-store kiosk.

For Super Busy Kids:

Kids have super chaotic schedules so calendars are a great way to teach the elementary school set how to keep track of their activities and gym day. My daughter loves tracking her sleepovers and acting classes on her Kid’s Awesome Activity Calendar which includes stickers. And this Strong is the new Pretty wall calendar is an awesome way to for girls to welcome in 2018.

For Slime Loving Kids:

I wasn’t expecting it to last so long but slime and Thinking Putty are still crazy popular. DIY slime and putty kits will definitely score big points with tweens and this glittery Elmer’s Frosty Slime Kit is perfect for the holidays. FYI, I got this kit at Staples which is a great spot for buying, wrapping (think holiday paper, gift bags, ribbons and bows) and shipping holiday gifts in just one trip, a nice bonus for busy moms.

For Bilingual Babies:

Start them young with the First Words series from Lonely Planet Kids. Perfect for the whole family, First Words Spanish features 100 handy words to use while traveling (think eating, getting around and weather) as well as a pronunciation guide and colorful photos.

For Theatrical Kids:

For the young Hamilton fan, I love these Hamitones crayons paired with a Hamilton coloring book. Add tickets to a kid-friendly show and you’re all set.

For the Chocolate Lover:

Every holiday season Trader Joe’s brings out their cult favorites so be sure to stock up on the cutest chocolate gift for every traveler on your list, Trader Joe’s Chocolate Passport.

For the Whole Family:

Last but certainly not least, one of the hottest family gifts this season is the Google Home Mini. At just $29 you should get a few since every family member will want it in his or her room. From singing songs and turning off lights to giving weather reports and helping with homework, this little dynamo is sure to make everyone’s life a little easier.

Check out this Tween and Teen Holiday Gift Guide for more ideas. Which Holiday Gift Guide item is your favorite? Tell me below in the comments…

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Vacation or Staycation: The …

July 12, 2016 By admin

If you’ve got a picky little fashionista in your house, read on for my picks for the Best Summer Clothes for Girls at home and on vacation.

Vacation or Staycation: The Best Summer Clothes for Girls.

When my daughter turned three, she started to choose her own outfits, shoes and accessories. Some matched and others didn’t but I loved seeing her creative juices flow as she would carefully coordinate each item. Over the last few years, I noticed that some items were worn over and over while others were just taken out on occasion or never at all. She’s gone through a dress phase, legging moment and gym look but the one consistent factor in her outfits is always comfort.

If you’re looking for some comfortable yet stylish (and affordable), summer clothes for girls, here are some of our favorites…

Vacation or Staycation: The Best Summer Clothes for Girls. Stock up on summer favorites with kidpik Basics.

Stock up on summer favorites with kidpik Basics

You know when you find something you really love and buy it in every color? Kidpik has simplified shopping with a new kidpik Basics website that sorts items by color and styles. We went to check out the colorful styles at the NYC launch party and they were so cute and stylish. Is your daughter just into purple this summer? Just click on purple and she can easily pick out her summer favorites. Did your daughter fall in love with an item in her kidpik subcription box? Here’s your chance to order more of that same item in a selection of colors. I love that the styles range from casual to dressy so you can mix and match the pieces and create several different looks. With prices starting at $6.50, you can buy an entire summer wardrobe and still have money left for a summer getaway. Win, win!

Vacation or Staycation: The Best Summer Clothes for Girls. Stock up on casual and cute summer dresses from H&M.

Casual and cute summer dresses from H&M

Every NYC girl I know has a few of these cotton dresses in her closet. At just $5 each, you can let your daughter choose her favorite patterns without breaking the bank or worrying about getting messy. From classic patterns to quirky designs (shop in store for the best selections), these sleeveless jersey dresses are just perfect at home and on vacation. Dress them up with strappy sandals or down with flip flops and you’re ready for any amusement park, museum visit, alfresco lunch, summer BBQ or other adventure.

Vacation or Staycation: The Best Summer Clothes for Girls. Sporty styles from Old Navy are great for home and away.

Sporty styles from Old Navy Active

If you haven’t already heard, kids of all ages are jumping on the “athleisure” bandwagon. These comfy gym inspired outfits are perfect choices for summer camp, yoga classes, sightseeing and beach walks. A lot of stores offer this type of clothing but I really love the affordable and colorful options from Old Navy Active. These styles are perfect for travel when kids want to be comfortable on a long plane or car ride and the matchy-matchy looks are super easy for kids to coordinate when packing on their own.

If you’re still looking for summer shoes, be sure to check out my choices for Best Summer Shoes for Kids story.

What are your favorite summer styles for girls? Tell me below in the comments.

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New Kidpik Subscription Boxes …

April 20, 2016 By admin

Do you have a picky little fashionista in your house? If so, this post about the new Kidpik subscription box is for you! Living in NYC, families get so many things delivered in a box (from groceries to shoes) because online shopping is typically easier, faster and much less complicated than venturing out to a store with kids in tow. When I heard that a new subscription clothing box was launching for girls (size 4-14!) just in time for our spring and summer travels, I immediately wanted in.

New Kidpik Subscription Boxes for Globetrotting Fashionistas

My 6-year old has become super opinionated about her clothes and preferences seem to change on a weekly basis so we were both super excited to sign up for a Kidpik subscription box. The site was very easy to navigate and my daughter loved being able to select her own preferences. Kids plug in details about their location, clothing likes and dislikes, favorite patterns and colors.

New Kidpik Subscription Boxes for Globetrotting Fashionistas

This was my daughter’s first time setting up an account for a website and she felt so grown up getting to make her own password and select her fashion preferences. It was so fun watching her carefully make her selections even though some made me cringe (imagine lime, pink and mint tie-dye maxi skirts!). Kids can specify if they don’t wear specific items, select details like skirt lengths and vote on how much sparkle they like or don’t like. The final step was selecting favorite outfits from a selection of photos and choosing favorite places to shop.

The custom styled boxes typically include five to seven items like tops, bottoms, dresses, layering pieces, shoes and accessories that make multiple mix and match outfits. Shipping and returns are free so there really isn’t much to risk. You can also exchange sizes and return or donate items you don’t love which is a nice perk.

New Kidpik Subscription Boxes for Globetrotting Fashionistas

The box arrived and it was a hit! Girls fashion has sure come a long way since the Garanimals I used to wear. The items included two fun sparkly t-shirts, a stylish top featuring a colorful pineapple, a black and white striped maxi skirt, yellow skinny jeans, a white jean jacket, adorable mary-jane sneakers (in a nice travel tote), iron on patches and a glittery headband. Everything was super cute, age-appropriate, high-quality and most important…comfortable.

We have trips to Florida and the Caribbean coming up so I know this white jean jacket and the white sneakers will get a lot of wear.

New Kidpik Subscription Boxes for Globetrotting Fashionistas

Initially, my daughter was not thrilled with the yellow jeans because she thought all jeans were blue but once she tried them on she changed her mind.

New Kidpik Subscription Boxes for Globetrotting Fashionistas

The items are meant to be mixed and matched together but they will also coordinate nicely with items you already own.

New Kidpik Subscription Boxes for Globetrotting Fashionistas

Here’s the best part…if you keep all items, the discounted price is approximately $75 per box or $12.50 per item! Fun fashion styles, high quality goods and affordable pricing means we will be back for another box.

Watch this video below to see the live unboxing.

30% Off Your Purchase + Free Shipping and Styling When You Sign Up for kidpik!

Have you ever tried a subscription box service? Tell me in the comments below.

Thanks to Kidpik for providing me with the subscription box to review. As always, all opinions are my own (or in this case, my daughter’s). If you don’t want to miss a post, subscribe to Globetrotting Mommy for daily updates!

Globetrotting Moms: Best Shoes …

July 2, 2015 By admin

On an average day here in NYC, I walk between three and five miles a day and when I travel, that number is even higher. After breaking my foot last summer, I’m now all about wearing supportive shoes that look good too.

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Globetrotting Moms: Best Shoes for Traveling Near and Far

Here are some of my favorite summer choices in the Best Shoes for Traveling Near and Far category.

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Globetrotting Moms: Best Shoes for Traveling Near and Far – Birkenstock

1) Birkenstocks have been in the NYC fashion scene for the last year or so and I’ve finally figured out why – they are the next best thing to walking around barefoot. Made in Germany since 1774, these chunky sandals come in a variety of styles and colors (including metallics and Mommy and Me styles!). They are super comfortable (molded footbeds ensure proper weight distribution and foot alignment) and casual, making them a great option for running to camp pick up or strolling around Europe.

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Globetrotting Moms: Best Shoes for Traveling Near and Far – Easy Spirit

2) Easy Spirit isn’t your mom’s shoe store anymore! They’ve added some fashion forward styles to their comfort collection like espadrilles, gladiators, wedges and woven sandals and they are all super cute and comfortable. My favorites include the ultra lightweight Talini Flat sandals (on sale now!) featuring e360 gel cushioning. In addition to casual options, Easy Spirit also has great options for day-to-night and evening styles.

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Globetrotting Moms: Best Shoes for Traveling Near and Far – Naot

3) Israel is known for its rough terrain so its no surprise that Naot, the country’s famed footwear maker is on my list. Naot offers a variety of casual and more dressy looks that will work with flowy dresses, jeans and shorts. The footbeds feature a layer of sponge that helps the shoes mold to your feet making them super comfortable. The Madison (in metallic gold leather) is my favorite style for day-to-night and the front and back straps are both adjustable, guaranteeing a perfect fit.

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Globetrotting Moms: Best Shoes for Traveling Near and Far – Waldlaufer

4) If you’re planning a summer getaway where you’ll be doing a lot of strolling, Waldlaufer is a great option for stylish and well built footwear. I was recently introduced to this German footwear brand and I was really impressed with their handcrafted finishings and lightweight styles. They also feature removable footbeds in case you need personalized orthotics. The summer styles I like most are the Heliett, Hilena and Hadya (say that three times fast!).

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Globetrotting Moms: Best Shoes for Traveling Near and Far – Skechers

5) If you’re taking a vacation where you’ll be walking non-stop (think Disney!) but don’t want to wear sneakers, Skechers’ GOwalk collection might be your new best friend. Available in a variety of slip-on styles and neutral and bright colors, these light weight shoes are like yoga pants for your feet. They do not offer the highest level of support but if you are looking for an affordable casual shoe that can go from stroller pushing to sightseeing, these are a great option.

What are your favorite summer shoes??

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Globetrotting Mommy: 2015 …

May 1, 2015 By admin

Mother’s day is coming up (May 10 in the United States) so don’t wait till the last minute to get your mom (wife or grandma) a great Mother’s Day present. Of course the best gifts are handmade so have your kiddo make a card or candy necklace to go along with one of these picks from my 2015 Mother’s Day Gift Guide.