This story originally appeared on The Local Moms Network. Our kids have gotten very good at handling a barrage of pressures; they’re likely overscheduled and grinding out their studies and extra curricular with high expectations for now and the future. But the...
This post originally appeared on The Local Moms Network. Looking for a healthy dessert to try this week? This tea-infused, dark chocolate mousse from The Local Moms Network Food Contributor Kathleen Ashmore tastes like a treat, but is so easy and full of...
Overnight camp and travel programs are a classic rite of passage that give kids benefits long after summer ends. Use The Local Moms Network 2024 Sleepaway Camp & Program Guide to learn about some of the best options in the United States! Your child will return...
As new moms and then as second or third-time moms welcoming more babies, nothing is more important to us than keeping our babies happy and safe. That’s why we are thrilled to share all about a growing baby brand that is completely shaking things up (for the...
In 1978, the song I Will Survive not only made Gloria Gaynor a household name, but also turned her into an icon of the entire disco era. In the years since, she’s certainly survived—a lot. After a childhood marked by poverty and sexual abuse, she endured a...
rainy day activities I know we don’t get a log of rain in South Orange County, but when we do, we don’t always know what to do with ourselves. Check out the list below of all the fun indoor activities you and your family can do on a rainy day! Aliso...
If, like us, you’re looking for ways to simplify in 2024, this 5-ingredient crepe from Kristin Cavallari’s Truly Simple is a must-try. The best part: simple is so not boring! This gluten-free crepe is both decadent and delicious thanks to the myriad toppings and...
This story originally appeared on The Local Moms Network. In November 2020, The Local Moms Network first featured Kathleen Ashmore, a former Martha Stewart food producer turned recipe creator. At the time, she was just starting to build a social media following; now...
BEST TODDLER BOOTS When it comes to keeping your little adventurer’s feet toasty and dry, a solid pair of toddler boots is essential. From sturdy snow boots to withstand the most frigid temps, to colorful galoshes made for puddle jumping, we’ve rounded up our favorite...
VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY A holiday dedicated to love seems like a no-brainer for moms, but even the best of us are prone to pressure to make it perfect. This year let’s keep it simple! We’ve rounded up some of our favorite ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day by way of...