Lucky Charms Ice Cream Sandwiches
We just might skip green beer this year and swap in these Instagram-worthy St. Patrick’s Day-inspired Lucky Charm’s ice cream sandwiches from South Orange County Moms! Don’t have Lucky Charms? Use any colorful cereal you’ve stocked up on!
Teens & Teeth — Advice for Parents from Dr. Brea
Adolescence is a unique time in your child’s life. Between hormonal changes, thoughts and decisions about life beyond high school, and so much more, attention to these critical years in oral health can be easily overlooked. Check out this latest blog post from Dr. Brea of Great Smiles PDO to learn the best ways to help guide your teen in daily dental and gum care.
Pot of Gold Cookies from The BakerMama
These Pot of Gold Cookies from The BakerMama just might be your lucky charm for a fun, festive St. Patrick’s Day party. “Chewy chocolate thumbprint cookies are filled with a little icing and some yellow chocolate candies to create that pot of gold look, and then more icing is used to make clouds that hold together a candy rainbow for the full effect,” says Maegan Brown, the mom of four behind The BakerMama site and Instagram.
Meet a Mom — Jersey Shore’s Jenni Farley
Jenni Farley (aka JWow) became reality tv royalty with Jersey Shore. Since then, she’s stayed in the public eye with popular stints on spin-off Snooki and JWow, and on the reunion series Family Vacation, now in its seventh season. But much of her time has been spent with her fiancé and two children—son Greyson, who will be 8 in May, and Meilani, 9. For this week’s Meet a Mom interview, our team at The Local Moms Network asked Jenni about her son’s autism journey, being mom friends with Snooki, and more.
Destination: Day Trip — Martial Arts History Museum
Last summer, my youngest son, Constantine, and I had the pleasure of visiting The Martial Arts History Museum, formerly located in Burbank (with upcoming new location in Glendale). When we ventured inside, I was blown away by the immediate immersion into culture and the esteemed heritage of the martial arts. Instantly, I knew this would top my list of recommended, LA day-trip destinations! It’s an excellent morning and afternoon excursion, perfect for the whole family, and it’s a must-see for those involved in martial arts!
Kids’ Sleep & Daylight Savings
Is Daylight Savings and any upcoming Spring Break travel feared to wreak havoc on your kids’ (and thus your own) sleep? You’re not alone. Whether you have a baby or big kid, children not sleeping well means parents aren’t sleeping well – and that’s not good for anybody. Lauren Wolf, a Certified Infant and Child Sleep Consultant behind Lolo Lullaby, shares her best spring kids’ sleep tips—for Daylight Savings and travel.
Vegan Split Pea Soup
This split pea soup is a perfect #meatlessmonday recipe. Although soaking the peas takes a few hours (and can be done overnight), the actual recipe couldn’t be simpler. Freeze in batches for easy weeknight meals.
Emma Willis’ St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes
Looking for a super easy St. Patrick’s Day activity or sweet treat? You’ll love this crazy simple—and healthy!—recipe from our friend Emma Heming Willis, which she says her two girls, Mabel, and Evelyn love. The secret ingredient? Spinach, which serves as a folate-filled natural food coloring.
Daniella Monet’s Vegan Chickpea Salad
This vegan chickpea salad from actress, entrepreneur and new mom Daniella Monet takes only a few minutes to come together and uses ingredients most of us have in our pantry. It’s a perfect vegan lunch or easy #meatlessmonday dinner recipe.
Easy Weeknight Meal — Eggplant Rollatini
This Eggplant Rollatini from the talented moms behind Habitual Hostess makes a great vegetarian entree that happens to be gluten-free as well. Since it uses a lot of the same flavors as Chicken Parmesan, it’s an easy option to serve meat lovers and vegetarians alike. Don’t love eggplant? Try using zucchini instead.