Around Town
What the Executive Editor of The Bump and The Knot Has in Her Beach Bag
Lauren Kay Soufleris, the Executive Editor of The Bump and The Knot, might live on the Upper East Side of Manhattan now, but she grew up in Windermere, Florida, where she mastered packing a beach bag, which she now preps for her family—husband and two kids. And, yes, even though we’re all getting ready for back-to-school mode, it is still summer! And we know our SD beach excursions are a year-round thing, so check out these smart beach-toting tips.
Meet a Mom — Meredith Masony of That’s Inappropriate
Meredith Masony is the founder of That’s Inappropriate, an inclusive community for moms that she launched in 2014 after a health scare. She’s written multiple books on the absurdity of motherhood; the aptly titled Ask Me What’s for Dinner One More Time is a must-read. She describes her Take it or Leave It podcast as an “advice-ish” podcast for parents. And you can now catch her in person in a city near you, with her Mental Load comedy tour.
Meet a Mom — The View’s Sara Haines
A typical day for Sara Haines, mom of three and co-host for The View, starts early. And like for many working moms, she’s in instant mom mode and then out the door. We spoke to Sara about the rest of her daily schedule, how she stays so fit despite busy days, what she loves (and dislikes) about The View and more.
Easy Mini Lobster Rolls
Summer can feel fleeting, but making a few classic summer dishes can create memories that last well after fall. One of the classics? Lobster rolls. This version from Leigh and Alston, the moms behind Habitual Hostess, are miniature, so perfect for bringing to a barbecue, to the beach or on a boat trip.
Bach to Rock Encinitas — Quarter Note — July 2023
It’s time for the quarterly newsletter from Bach to Rock — the “B2R Quarter Note” — only available on thenorthcountymoms.com. If you’re looking for North County’s most community-connected music school that gives your kids an opportunity to perform at popular community events and venues, B2R Encinitas invites you to stop by, see their studios and hear their sound of music.
Crossbody Bags — Hands-Free Summer Style
In terms of a stylish #momhack, it doesn’t get much better than a great cross-body bag in a wear-with-anything neutral color. “Regardless of whether you’re chasing after and holding little kids or just carrying all the snacks/art projects/random rocks etc. they find, you need both your hands at pretty much all times,” says The Local Network Fashion Contributor Kristen Koch, editor-in-chief of Seventeen magazine and founder of Closetful of Clothes.
Meet a Mom — Libby Ward of Diary of an Honest Mom
Sometimes, social media can feel like fake news—particularly surrounding the topic of motherhood. Perfectly coordinated outfits, smiling family dinners, lavish vacations (and no plane meltdowns)…it can all make a mom feel like she’s just not doing enough or savoring the moments. That’s why content creators who don’t sugarcoat motherhood are so refreshing, and deservedly growing in popularity. One of our absolute favorite follows? Libby Ward of Diary of an Honest Mom.
Alohilani Resort — Hawaii for Families
Planning a trip to Hawaii? The ‘Alohilani Resort in Waikiki is a *perfect* choice for families, with tons of activities for the kids, top-notch restaurants and above and beyond service that help parents feel like they’re on vacation, too. Below, Chelsea Thornton of South OC Moms Network shares her family’s experience at ‘Alohilani Resort!
Get to Know Dr. Breanne Reid — Great Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
It’s been a handful of months since we last had a conversation with Dr. Brea! But you may have seen her out and about interacting with many families in the community since then. She’s been making the rounds throughout North County delighting her gatherings with family fun ‘Tooth Talks’, fun kid sing-a-longs and dental care presentations. Today, I’m checking back in with Dr. Brea to find out more about her practice with offices in Solana Beach and Carlsbad.
Meet a Mom — Bethenny Frankel
Bethenny Frankel instantly became a household name in 2008, as a breakout star on Season 1 of Real Housewives of NYC. A year later, she launched Skinnygirl, first with a wildly popular pre-packaged margarita, then later expanding into markets from salad dressing to blue jeans. In 2011, she sold the brand for an astonishing $100 million. We checked in to see what she’s up to today!
