Holiday Outfits Have you heard of the new holiday fashion trend, “dopamine dressing”? “It’s meant to be fun and glamorous and festive, perfect for the holidays!” says The Local Moms Network fashion contributor Kristin Kennedy of Closetful of Clothes. Kristin urges us...
Hostess Gifts Hosting during the holidays is so joyful…and so exhausting. As moms who work really hard daily, we can seriously appreciate the time it takes to tidy the house, plan and execute a menu (whether cooking or ordering) and curate tasty cocktails and...
Sometimes, you’ll make a soup so good you’ll want to make it on repeat—and freeze some for later. This Speedy Red Lentil Soup with Lemon from Kathleen Ashmore is certainly one of them. Ready in less than 30 minutes, vegan but full of protein and versatile (can...
I am pleased to introduce you to Joanne Suarez Martinez DDS a Pediatric dentist in Aliso Viejo. This amazing Mom of two has been practicing dentistry for over 20 years in Orange County. She knew she wanted to be a pediatric dentist after attending a mobile...
For the first time, Disney On Ice invites families to step inside the magical adventures of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen, the #1 Animated feature of all time, and Disney Animation’s Encanto, the 2022 Academy Award®, BAFTA®, and Golden Globe® Award...
Celebrate the joy of the holiday season at OC Parks’ Heritage Hill Park with two weekends of festive fun at Candlelight Walk and Holiday Lights this December. Experience the 37th annual Candlelight Walk December 8-10 from 5 to 9 p.m. Stroll through the merry grounds...
Loop For many reasons, some women are becoming moms later in life. And there are many benefits to that, from financial stability to being emotionally ready for parenting. But as a generation of moms have kids later and people live longer, it means more and more moms...
Becoming a parent and raising kids is an incredible time in your life, but a busy one. And while there are few things more amazing than seeing your partner dive into parenthood, it can be tough seeing your relationship be put on the back burner. That’s why The...
Israel-Hamas war As parents, one of our fundamental instincts is to protect our children. The extreme violence happening in the Middle East, including the terrorist attacks by Hamas against Israel, the horrifying deaths of Israeli and Palestinian civilians, including...
We’re all about Fall flavors, and if they come in the form of a healthy, packable muffin, even better. These Spiced Apple Muffins from Dr. Sonali Ruder, aka The Foodie Physician, are packed with sweet apples and warming spices, and topped with an irresistible...
