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5 Ways for Moms to Stay Happy Over the Holidays
Ah…the most wonderful time of the year (wink, wink)! More like the most stressful time of year, especially for all of us “making” the holidays—aka moms. Here are some tips…
Holiday Guide to Meaningful Gifts
Every year we find ourselves on the hunt for meaningful gifts for those we love… gifts that stand the test of time, gifts that enrich their lives, gifts that say “I’ve noticed” and most importantly express how much those people mean to us. Inside you’ll find meaningful gifts for every person on your list…
How to Carve a Turkey: Foolproof Instructions!
Have these easy instructions handy for Thanksgiving’s main event
Meet A Dad: Curtis Eggemeyer, Lemi Shine CEO
Meet Curtis Eggemeyer CEO of Lemi Shine, a brand I know and trust to give me a safer clean option without sacrificing powerful formulas that really work.
Cheetah Prints: Style Inspiration from Whit & Whimsy
One of our fashion contributors, Liz Whitney of the Whit & Whimsy blog, is all about animal prints! In fact, it’s more of an obsession. According to Liz, “Whether you call it leopard, cheetah or jaguar it all looks stylish, sassy and current.” After some careful curating, she’s handpicked her 50 favorite leopard pieces to help you shop the spots…
Thanksgiving Wine 101
Kate Santangelo of Monmouth Moms shares her vino picks for your holiday meal.
Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe for Thanksgiving!
This go-to recipe is sure to pass even your toughest Thanksgiving critic’s test.
Pesto Mac & Cheese from Two Peas & Their Pod
If your kids are like ours, you have some serious mac ‘n cheese connoisseurs in your house. And as parents, we’re always looking to boost the nutrition in this dinnertime staple. When we saw this pesto-infused version from Two Peas & Their Pod, we knew we had to try it!
7 Ways to Build Your Child’s Self-Esteem
This original piece was shared by The Local Moms Network Contributor Tamara Iglesias of Wellynest. Building your child’s self-esteem is not about making them better, it’s about cultivating who they truly are and honoring the authentic growth and expression of…
Meet Lolita
Lolita founded Lola’s Classic Babies to help new parents get set up for babydom- making that transition from the baby-free life to the baby-ruled life. After finding her on Instagram I reached out to chat about Lola’s Classic Babies and life in Austin.
Pumpkin Turkey Chili From Domestikated Life
The Local Moms Contributor Kate Bowler shares her go-to Fall chili recipe.
Meet Danielle
Danielle decided to reclaim that term “mom swimsuit” and make something functional, stylish, and modern that supported Mom’s unique needs. Her goal is simply to get Moms in a swimsuit and feeling good about themselves!
Anxiety, Kids & Teens: Signs to Know
As adults, we can recognize the signs of anxiety and in turn, articulate that we feel anxious; in most cases, children and teens cannot. Anxiety in children and teens is a great “masquerader,” so signs can easily be missed…
Scrumptious Pumpkin Muffins
I tend to resist all the pumpkin hype until true fall hits, but pumpkin muffins are the exception! These are a family favorite year round, however, there is something special about these on a crisp morning when they are fresh from the oven.
Meet the Neurosurgeon Mom Behind Cerebelly!
Meet Teresa Purzner, the accomplished mom of three who recently launched Cerebelly, an amazing new baby food brand. When she couldn’t find a product that was both convenient and had the nutrition she was looking for, she developed her own…
5 Essentials for a Fall Tablescape from Host to Perfection
Our newest contributors for The Local Moms Network share their must-haves for a perfect fall soiree!
Guide to Fall Minis & Holiday Pics
Fall is the time to have new family photos taken, so you can document how much everyone has grown and changed and then send out holiday cards to friends and family. However, finding the right photographer, deciding what everyone will wear, getting hair cut and styled for the whole family can be the source of a lot of stress for mommas. I can point you to some great local photographers, resources and hand you some tips for your best family photos yet.
Meet a Mom: Joy Bauer of the Today Show!
The celebrity nutritionist shares the details behind her new kids book, her tips for getting kids to eat healthy foods and more! Plus, her easy fruit smoothie recipe.
Apple Dijon Skillet Chicken from Domestikatedlife
We’re always looking for easy weeknight meals, and it’s a bonus if they incorporate our favorite seasonal ingredients. So we were thrilled when The Local Moms Contributor Kate Bowler of Domestikatedlife shared this quick recipe that pairs chicken with apple….
Autumn Carrot & Sweet Potato Soup
This Autumn Carrot & Sweet Potato Soup combines classic fall ingredients in a savory and sweet, healthy meal. Former chef and mom of two, Jennifer Segal, is the blogger behind Once Upon A Chef and author of a book, also called Once Upon a Chef, full of…