As a mother I may not have much "me time". Usually I throw my hair up in a ponytail, slap on some makeup and I'm out the door to school and 50 million other "mom" errands. When I do take some time to pamper myself, I try to find products that 1. don't take much time and 2. make me feel beautiful. I love to pamper myself from time to time and often have "spa nights" in my bathroom. A good bubble bath, a fresh pedicure, test out a new beauty product and I'm a happy mama. Related: Last Minute Mothers Day gift guide At Home Spa Treats for Mom Momtrends Media I rounded up some other great beau ..read more

Booking an all-inclusive resort is a leap of faith, as a traveller, you are locked into the resort for food, entertainment and lodging. This can be a big gamble. It is also a way to save your family a bit of money and ton of hassle. My recent spring break adventure to the Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort in Mexico was mostly a success. For a family looking for a clean, safe resort with touches of high-end luxury, it's a good value. The resort offers plenty to do for a short trip and delivers food and entertainment to keep everyone smiling. Book your room at the Hilton Tulum ..read more

Moving to Vermont meant gaining many things and losing many things. It's been a learning experience to find my place here. I gained a great outdoor life and lost access to amazing restaurants and grocery stores. I've added a few things to make this transition easier--more skis and more waterproof layers. And I just found something that will help keep me inspired in the kitchen--Just Meats helps our family get the healthy protein that we need. It's an incredible delivery service that gets me tasty proteins delivered to my VERY out of the way zip code.  Use Code NFELICIANO10 to save 10% off ..read more

Demo days are a great place to try out new ski gear and see what's new in the industry. While at a demo day at Pico in Vermont, I was introduced to the BootCap (the official branded spelling is bootcap™--one world all lower case). The team at Wintersteiger was in the process of rolling out this new invention to ski shops on in the East and had an ample supply to test.  Get your Boot Caps on the Ski Moms Shop here. They had a fun magenta color that I readily agreed to try. They looked great and didn't add any bulk or weight to my boots--what's the harm. Well, now that I've had them on my b ..read more

It's that time of year when season-long programs are wrapping up. I hope you and your family had a great experience wherever you went skiing. The professionals who worked tirelessly to help you and your kids have a great winter deserve a little thanks and praise. I've talked to ski moms and instructors to come up with a guide to tipping your ski instructors at the end of a lesson or season. Related: Guide to Breckenridge ski school Why Tip Your Ski Instructors Tipping ski instructors is considered important for several reasons: Recognition: It’s a way to acknowledge the instructor’s hard work ..read more

Breckenridge is a magnet for ski families. They have a well-earned reputation as a resort that has incredible learn-to-ski operations and a ton of beginner and intermediate terrain. Yes, they do have challenging double black diamonds and plenty of bowls to drop into too--making it a resort that truly has something for everyone.  But as a Ski Mom, I know a resort is truly only as good as its ski school. On my recent visit to Breck, I got to take a behind the scenes tour of the ski school and see what ingredients go into the "secret sauce" that makes Breckenridge a family favorite. Getting ..read more

I've got thousands of photos at my disposal. I'm a snap-happy mom who loves to capture family moments PLUS I work in a very visual industry. Staying on top of all the images for my personal and professional work is a tall task. Thankfully, Amazon Photos has tools that help me sort, organize and share my pictures. While scrolling through my camera roll can be a fun distraction, it doesn't carry the depth that a curated photo collection brings. It's time to make your memories come to life with some springtime photo projects. Each year I create a family memory book. I make a copy for each of my d ..read more

You know the number one rule in real estate? Location, location, location. Well, that sums up the reason to consider a timeshare or stay at the Grand Colorado resort at Peak 8 in Breckenridge, Colorado. It's a ski-in/ski-out property with incredible access to the slopes, dining and ski school. On my recent stay, I brought along a ski mom friend to check out the property. I was incredibly impressed with the resort and how it offers families an effortless ski vacation. If you are considering a Colorado vacation, Breckenridge is a trusted brand. Owned by Vail Resorts (and on the Epic Pass), this ..read more

Spring skiing brings a unique blend of adventure and relaxation that’s hard to beat. At this point of the year, many ski moms have put in the work in sub-zero temps. When you don't have to battle the elements, it allows you to relax into the fun and enjoy the mountains in an entirely different way. Plus there's the chance to wear fun outfits and maybe even costumes. You might even be bold enough to give the spring pond skim a try. To inspire you to plan that spring ski adventure, we're sharing reason why we love those slushy days on the slopes and all the gear you'll need to make it a great da ..read more

Food and skiing go hand in hand. At Deer Valley, you'll find the resort cares just as much about the snow quality as they do about the foodie experience. Families can have memorable meals that enhance the vacation experience. Here's some help with your Deer Valley dining experience.  Related: Deer Valley the Ultimate Luxury Ski Resort for families Deer Valley Dining Guide Deer Valley Resort is indeed renowned for its exceptional food offerings. Whether you’re seeking casual bites, après-ski delights, or fine dining experiences, Deer Valley has something to satisfy every palate. In ad ..read more