Around Town
4th of July Popsicles
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these festive red, white and blue popsicles! Not only are they adorable, but they’re made with protein-packed green yogurt and fiber rich blueberries and strawberries.
4th of July Chocolate Dipped Ice Cream Cones
Need a last-minute festive treat for a 4th of July party? These Chocolate Dipped Ice Cream Cones from Maria Provenzano require are a perfect pick with almost no prep.
One-Piece Swimsuit Round-up
Our mantra for summer fun: get in the water and make memories with our kids! We get it… buying a swimsuit can give pause to even the most confident mom, but the trifecta of style, comfort, and quality does exist! We’ve rounded up nine one-piece swimsuits with a wow-factor and a winning fit.
Easy Breakfast Idea — Red, White, and Blue
Looking for an easy, healthy and kid-friendly breakfast recipe for the 4th of July, or all summer long? Try this fruit-filled, colorful spin on the overnight oats trend!
Watermelon Dipped 4th of July Treat
It isn’t summer until you have had watermelon!! Here’s a dipped twist, just in time for the 4th!
Mommy & Me Matching Stars & Stripes
We’re taking you beyond the tees and shorts for an elevated, patriotic mommy and me look instead. From breezy maxi dresses to bright swimsuits, these outfits let you show your American spirit while still looking totally on point.
Down Syndrome Mom
I’m pleased to share this post about a mom who is raising a family that includes a child with Down syndrome. Similar to Kelle, I too am a mom of three, and my youngest son is Trisomy-21 diagnosed. As the founder and publisher of The North County Moms, I’m able to bring more awareness around a community of beautiful humans with so much potential.
Surgeon General Warning on Social Media — What Parents Should Know
Recently, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy announced plans to recommend warning labels for social media similar to cigarette and alcohol ones. He told NPR that the warnings would bring awareness of the risks and hopefully deter young users, but that was only part of the change needed, and part of the onus was on the platforms themselves. We asked Delaney Ruston, a physician and filmmaker behind Screenagers, what she thought of the surgeon general warning on social media, and how it may help parents keep their kids safe.
Meet a Dad — Author Craig Melvin
Journalist Craig Melvin is familiar to viewers of NBC’s TODAY show as co-anchor of the must-watch morning program. But to his son Delano (10), and daughter Sybil (7), who he shares with broadcaster Lindsay Czarniak, he’s Dad. Craig is also the author of a newly released children’s book, I’m Proud of You, a celebration of the small, but important childhood milestones.
When Did You Feel Like a *Real* Mom?
Motherhood is the ultimate test of imposter syndrome. There’s no training period, no internship for the first few weeks or months. Maybe you have a mentor in your own mom, baby nurse or among your mom friends; maybe you don’t. We’ve got 5 “I’m really a mom” moments… What are yours?
