Our 25 Most Popular Pins of the Year
As the year comes to a close, we're taking some time to reflect on what was hot in the world of parenting in 2014 (did someone say "Let It Go?!"). Where better to gauge what moms have been obsessing over than Pinterest!? We paid our massive Pinterest page — 12,730 pins and growing — a visit to see what's been on our readers' minds and boards for the past several months. Here, the 25 pins — from party-planning tips, to crockpot recipes, to Elsa costumes — that you couldn't get enough of in 2014.
Crockpot Apples
This recipe featured in our roundup of crockpot dessert ideas took top place!
H&M's Newborn Collection
Sure, H&M's newborn line is exciting news, but we're willing to bet it was this little guy's irresistibly sweet smile that made this such a popular pin.
Elsa's Coronation Updo
Of the five Frozen-inspired hairstyles that we featured, this one was the most popular.
13 Spookily Healthy Halloween Treats
Proof positive that a healthy Halloween doesn't have to equal a boring Halloween.
Joyfolie Chloe Boots
There are tons of cute little girls shoes out there, but this pair of glittery boots by Joyfolie was simply pintastic.
25 Wow-Worthy Disney Cakes
Every kid's got their favorite Disney character, which would explain why our roundup of the best Disney birthday cakes was such a hot "pin now, use later!"
Olaf Tutu Costume
We saw a whole lot of Elsas pounding the pavement for candy this Halloween, but the moms who ordered this sweet Olaf costume took Frozen mania to a whole new level of adorable.
Gluten-Free, Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes With Cinnamon Glaze
These surprisingly healthy Fall cupcakes from our friends at POPSUGAR Food looked so good, we pinned their recipe to our own board . . . and you followed suit!
50 Fun Toddler Birthday Party Ideas
These toddler birthday party ideas covered everything from pirates and superheroes to Elmo and Mickey.
Cheeseburger Soup
Because if there's one thing every savvy mom knows, ground beef is inexpensive, and your kids will actually eat it! This cheeseburger soup would be even better the next day.
Steak Sandwiches
The popularity of these steak sandwiches is pretty obvious, right?
10 Pictures to Take on Baby's First Day
Our readers were all about this guide to must-take photos of baby's first day.
30+ Tips and Tricks to Make Your Baby Shower Shine
Every hostess with the mostest wants to give her guests (especially the guest of honor) an affair to remember, hence these tips for hosting a special baby shower being a hot pin.
20 Back-to-School Braids
If you have a school-aged daughter, these braid ideas probably made it onto one of your boards!
Tigger-ific!
Winnie the Pooh fans (thousands of them!) were quick to pin this adorable Tigger cake for future party inspiration.
13 Medical Hacks For Dr. Mom
If it makes coping with a sick kid easier, then we're all about it.
20 No-Carve Pumpkin Ideas
Because carving a pumpkin with kids is often better in theory than in practice, these knife-free pumpkin ideas were a Halloween hit.
50 Priceless Memories to Record in Your Baby Book
Let's face it: the first few months are a total blur. We're thinking that's why this baby-book guidance was so popular.
A Celestial First Birthday Bash
This dreamy birthday bash is likely to inspire many sweet dreams.
I Love You Forever
The sweet refrain from I Love You Forever proved to strike a chord with many a mom!
Spider Eggs
Although the initial recipe calls for jelly beans, it just takes a few clear sweetie baggies, some stickers, and a little creativity to make fruit-filled giveaway treats.
A Pretty Princess Room
This low-maintenance method for giving a little girl a bedroom fit for a princess (a mesh-net canopy and twinkly lights) got a lot of attention.
A Cute Class Auction Bowl
Parents looking for a cool new way to support their kids' class auction appreciated the creativity behind this clever handprint bowl.
Olaf Mason Jar Snow Globes
A Frozen craft that parents could get behind and kids will surely obsess over, these Olaf mason jars were a popular pin during the year of all things pertaining to the flick.
The Sweetest Way to Tell Your Kids the Truth About Santa
This Santa solution has struck a chord with many a parent — it's an honest way to keep the magic alive.