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5 Things Your Child Should Know Before Going to College
When your child goes to college, it can feel like a big, and scary step—for both parents and child. Being away from home and managing their own lives is no small change. Next Step, a two-week camp program run by MWS Camps can help kids acclimate.

Meet a Mom — Mental Health Advocate Angel Carter Conrad
Angel Carter Conrad grew up in an iconic family synonymous with pop music. As the sister of Nick and Aaron Carter, her famous family’s story of success and struggle played out in the public eye, a story Angel is sharing in her new documentary on Paramount+, The Carters. Angel is a fierce advocate for children’s mental health, both to end her own family’s cycle of dysfunction as well as help others. Read our interview with Angel.

The North County Moms 2025 Summer Camp Guide
It’ll be summer before you know it! So the time is right to plan for your kids’ summer schedules and activities. Our local camps are some of the best options to broaden and brighten summer experiences while highlighting the fun of the season.

Why I Travel with My Little Kids (Even Though They Won’t Remember It)
Explore the 5 reasons traveling with young kids is absolutely worth it!

Reasons to Avoid Sugary Beverages by Dr. Brea
Too much added sugar can put kids and teens at risk. Dr. Breanne Reid, pediatric dentist at Great Smiles PDO, is amplifying those concerns this month on The North County Moms’ platforms.

Girls Trip to Scottsdale, Arizona
Looking for an easy weekend getaway with the girls? Head out to Scottsdale!

Orthodontic Expansion
Dr. Natalie Miller of Great Smiles Pediatric & Orthodontics is back this month to answer parents’ orthodontic questions.

8 Floral Spring Dresses You’ll Wear on Repeat
Miranda Priestly might roll her eyes and mutter, “Florals for spring? Groundbreaking,” with her iconic sarcasm. But sometimes classics are classics for a reason—and floral spring dresses are an easy and stylish staple of the season. So this spring, we’re embracing the floral trend with zero apologies.

Meet a Mom — Ylleya Fields, Author of Princess Cupcake Jones
Ylleya Fields is a children’s book author and mom of six who started writing her popular series, Princess Cupcake Jones, after looking for books for her then four-year-old daughter “I wasn’t able to find books that had a character that she physically could relate to. After searching and being unable to find her anything, I just decided to write it myself,” says Ylleya. Along the way, the series has gained a star-studded following, including Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner and Christine Milian.

The Local Moms Network Ultimate Baby Guide
With so many baby products on the market, how do you decide what you actually need for your little one? Introducing the Local Moms Network Baby Guide – a trustworthy resource created by experienced moms, for moms.