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Whether your kids are into football or not, having something to keep them occupied during the big game can be clutch. We rounded up four of our favorite crafts from around the blogosphere, perfect for game time or any time you need something to do (which, for most of us, is all the time).

Family game night is a wonderful tradition to start this year—and according to experts, family traditions can foster closeness and security for your crew. If you’re thinking about getting your game on as a family, we’ve got 5 tips to keep in mind, shared by moms from across The Local Moms Network, from what to eat to what to play.

One of the toughest decisions parents will make is if, and more likely, when, to give their child a smartphone. Most parents try to delay it, but we live in a digital world, and for many families, a phone becomes an essential tool to stay connected. The key? Giving clear guidelines, and early.

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with the team at Bach to Rock Carlsbad. Celebrating their recent opening last fall, they’ve hit the ground running with open houses and participation in community festivals. Bach to Rock Carlsbad offers a skilled team of instructors who are multi-instrumentalists with backgrounds in performance and teaching. Beyond recitals, kids have a chance to play in a band and connect with their peers in a vibrant performance-minded setting. Check out our interview!

Winter isn’t easy. In most parts of the country, it’s cold, the days are shorter, and by mid-January the luster of New Year’s resolutions has worn off. Being cooped up isn’t great for kids—or moms.  But we’re committed to staying as positive as we can, and spring is around the corner.  In the meantime, we scoured the research and picked 9 easy ways to feel better—today.

College prep has changed a lot since we were applying. “Between online applications, the huge increase in students applying, and the ripple effects of COVID, it’s a completely different experience,” says Ali Dorfman, founder and CEO of The College Corner. So we’re sharing our favorite resources to make the process more productive and less stressful, along with expert tips. The key? Start early—and buckle up.

Many are unaware that when kids take on a cold or the flu the health of their teeth can become a concern. Dr. Breanne Reid, pediatric dentist at Great Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, shares some insight into the curious connection of the common cold and dental wellbeing.