Top 30 NY Mom Blogs (That I Love)
February 1, 2010 by Kimberly · 30 Comments
In January, there were a gazillion different lists regarding moms who blog. You all know that while I think lists are subjective, I love to see moms get recognition for their hard work. Believe me, the vast majority of moms who are listed (on positive lists!) work hard – whether people think so or not.
I know that my core readers (from back in the offline Mom in the City mom group days) are not huge blog readers. That’s alright. I wasn’t either until I started using the blog format. Now that I am an avid blog reader, there are many blogs written by moms that I read. I lean more towards informative type blogs since I’m an information junkie. However, I do read many “slice of life” type blogs written by people whom I know/whose kids I have met in real life…simply because I care about them and want to know what’s going on in their lives.
Photo courtesy of Role Mommy/taken by photographer Jade Albert
In honor of February, the month of “love”, I want to share with you my favorite blogs that are written by New York based moms. These are the women whom I love to be around. Their blogs are as varied as the women behind them. Some have been blogging for many years while others are up and comers. One thing that they all have in common is that it puts a smile on my face when I see that they have RSVPd “Yes” to an event that I will be attending. They are the women who make my blogging work “fun”. I “heart” them. Did I mention that this will probably be the most diverse – race/religion/blogging style, etc.- mom blogger “list” that you will probably see? (That’s one of the main reasons that I love living in New York.)
Anyway, I will be explaining the reasons that I think you should visit each of their individual blogs over the remainder of the week. Meanwhile, here’s the list (in alphabetical order – I can’t rank how much I like each of them!):
1. Amy Oztan (Selfish Mom)
2. Ana Fader (Mommy Poppins)
3. Beth Feldman (Role Mommy)
4. Carol Cain (NY City Mama)
5. Emily McKhann (The Motherhood)
6. Esti (Primetime Parenting)
7. Isabel Kallman (Alpha Mom)
8. Issa Mas (Your Single Parenting)
9. Jennifer Perillo (In Jennie’s Kitchen)
10. Katja Presnal (Skimbaco Lifestyle)
11. Kelcey Kintner (The Mama Bird Diaries)
12. Kristina Brooke (Mom on the Rise)
13. Linda Grant (New York City Single Mom)
14. Lisa (New York Chica)
15. Liz Gumbinner (Cool Mom Picks and Mom-101)
16. Marinka (Motherhood in NYC)
17. Melissa Chapman (MANY sites. She’s the “hardest working” freelance writer that I know!)
18. “Ms. Latina” of Latina on a Mission (I know her real name, but I’ll let her tell you. She has a day job!)
19. Nancy Horn (Mommies with Style)
20. Nichelle Pace (STYLEMOM)
21. Nicole (Parentville)
22. Nicole Feliciano (Mom Trends)
23. Nora Phemister (Chittypulga)
24. Nikki (Euphoria Luv)
25. Suzanne Chan (Mom Confessionals)
26. Vera Sweeney (INO Mommy)
27. Victoria Pericon (Veep Veep)
28. Wendy (Babies Gotta Have It)
29. Yakini (The Prissy Mommy Chronicles)
30. You can fill in the blank. (I am sure that I am missing a great NY based mom blogger. Who is she?)
Did I mention that this list is no way near being comprehensive? (I can’t list every great NYC area blog or there goes one of my blog consulting income streams, right?) There are also several amazing bloggers that I adore who come in from NJ and CT. I’ll have to share about them on a later post OR they will just need to move to New York. Smile.
What a delightful way to wake up on see on this very cold Monday morning. Thanks so much for the recognition. I love all the blogs on your list but you should be a self serving and include yourself. You are such a role model since I started my blog last year, generous and so willing to provide advice to a newbie like me.
Thanks Have a great Monday
Linda Grant´s last blog ..Growing Up Too Fast – "Getting dumped at Six Years Old"
I heart you Kim Coleman. Thanks so much for selecting me for your list – that means so much to me. You are truly one of the most kindest writers and moms I know with a great sense of style to boot! Can’t wait to give you a hug in person for making my day. U rock.
Beth Feldman´s last blog ..Fave Five Ways to Cure a Sore Throat
What a fabulous idea for a list! Yet another reason I’d love for NY to be my second home!
Boston Mamas´s last blog ..Bringing Sexy Back
What a great list — the perfect way to spread the love!
Awesome list. Love local content.
DaDa Rocks´s last blog ..Rock out to Laurie Berkner – I’m a googlehead are you??? Win an autographed CD
Thank you sweetness. What an honor.
You are all sweetness and love; like pure, RAW cane sugar xo- MUAH!
So honored to be on this list. You found all of my favorites, plus some new ones for me to check out.
Nicole Feliciano´s last blog ..Fit Mom Profile: Krista Garrison
Kimberly, Thank you SO MUCH!!!! It is such an honor to be included among all these great and wonderful women!!!! I am so happy to know you and love every time we get to see each other – though that is not nearly often enough! You’ve kicked my week off with a great, big boost! xoxoxo
You are the absolute best. Thanks for including me in this AMAZING group of women! See you soon I hope! xoxo
Aww you are the sweetest!! I agree with Wendy; thank you for including me with such an amazing group of ladies. You’re one of my top favorites too!
Now off I go to show this post off to my family! LOL Thanks again Kim!
Lisa´s last blog ..I Heart Jonas
Thank you, what a huge compliment. Btw, I recently changed my name to Aarinka, so maybe I should be at the top of the list? Just a though!
Marinka´s last blog ..Happy Anniversary!
I’m so flattered! Thanks girl. You should be number one on that list.
the mama bird diaries´s last blog ..if you are looking for a little peace and quiet, don’t watch the grammy awards with my dad
Thanks SO much for including me on this list, and also for introducing me to so more great NYC bloggers!
Selfish Mom´s last blog ..Tomato Sauce makes me happy
Thank you including me on the list. I am honored!
Kristina Brooke´s last blog ..{W}Dialogue: Reflect.Rethink.Redo
How amazing is it is that most of these guys I consider my friends too? Good list, but is there an NY alumni list too based on all the NY trips
You are indeed one of the kindest people Kim!
What a wonderful way to start the month of February. Thanks for keeping me in such good company with these amazing ladies. Look forward to seeing you again soon! xo-Jennie
Jennifer´s last blog ..homemade manicotti
great list. there are so many of these blogs i haven’t heard of but i cannot wait to check them out. i’m a “mom blogger” too in nyc, but don’t really identify that way as mostly i’m not so focused on mommy things (just dragging the kids with me when i do blog, fortunately they are willing companions at the moment) but it is very very fun most of the time. tx for the list, and i’ll be back soon.
laura´s last blog ..cafe grumpy: the greenpoint version is best
The first thing I do when attending bloggy events in NYC is check if the bloggers on this list will be there as well – they make me smile too!
Thanks for listing these out as I just learned of three new blogs to check out. My #30 (or #31 including you?) would be Amy at mediamacaroni.com I always learn of great media suggestions (apps, books, shows, sites) for the kiddo from her.
c2cmom´s last blog ..Happy 30th Rubik’s Cube! Now With Solutions To The "Hot Mess"
What great list! I’ll never get anything done at work or home now because of too much blog reading.
awww thanks Kim for the nod! That is sooo sweet of you! I have to check out some of these other must read blogs… thanks for such a comprehensive list! xoxo!
Thank you so much for the love! I *heart* your blog too! In fact, I followed you before you started using your current theme, found you during a google search one day while at my “day” job.
Some of these I already follow but I plan on checking out the ones I don’t this weekend. Hope you and your family have a great Valentine’s Day!
Ms. Latina´s last blog ..UPrinting Custom Sticker Giveaway
Wait, how did I miss this? This is so awesome Kim, I’m so honored to be included – and so pleased to see that our little hamlet is home to so many great bloggers now. When you see it on paper – wow! We’re almost like Silicon Valley now!
mom101´s last blog ..The constant battle
As I already tweeted this today (sorry, just saw it), thank you. You made my day (week, month…). Ever since I met you last summer at the Thomas & Friends Event you have treated me with grace. Thank you. I’m proud to share Forest Hills with you!! Even though I technically live in the next town (but am there everyday).
New York (along with NJ/CT, Boston, PA) really do have some of the most gracious, drama-free bloggers that you will ever want to meet. I’m so happy to live here & get to mingle with them!
I can’t believe I’m only just seeing this now! Do I get a pass being that I’m an extremely harried, over-worked Single Mama?
Xoxo!
Aww thanks so much for adding me to the list!! I soo heart you!! xoxo – Can’t wait to see you again!! *Hugs*
Nichelle´s last blog ..Easy on the Eyes
Do any mommy bloggers on this list have infants and use apps for babies (i.e. to teach the alphabet)?
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Thanks!
Revisiting this list because I love all these bloggers so very much! I think it’s awesome to see them on such an awesome list being applauded for being such awesome women, professionals, writers, and mothers. Thanks for this Kim!
I am so late but just discovering this post. Thank you so much, Kim, for including me on this list of incredibly stellar bloggers. I am humbled beyond belief!!!! Your blog is awesome as well – I always leave here with a smile or a much needed chuckle after reading one of your posts!
Yakini´s last blog ..Last Family Outing as Three