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Asparagus, Swiss Chard & Feta Frittata
Asparagus is a spring farmer’s market staple, and this frittata is a great way to use up a bunch—or any seasonal veggies you have on hand. Thanks to the TODAY Show’s Joy Bauer for sharing!
Quick & Easy Breakfast Idea: 4 Ingredient Ham & Cheese Egg Cups
Does your family love breakfast for dinner? Are you looking for a new Springtime holiday brunch dish? This new recipe from food contributor Kathleen Ashmore will check those boxes and more!
Tennis Skirts — The New Black Leggings
According to Fashion Contributor Kristin Koch, tennis skirts are having a moment. The on-the-court staple is becoming the new off-the-court way to look chic and pulled together – without worrying if you’re having a Marilyn Monroe oops (thanks, built-in bike shorts). The cute and functional skirt is a wardrobe must.
Carrot Cake Breakfast Truffles
Daniella Monet may be best known as a Disney star on hit shows like Zoey 101 and Victorious. But over the past decade, she’s become a serious investor in vegan and eco-conscious brands, including Kinder Beauty, which she cofounded. Over four million people follower her on Instagram, where she shares delicious recipes, relatable mom moments, and more.
Packing a Lunch for Kids — 5 Tips
Making a lunch for your child to bring to school is one of the most important everyday tasks we do as parents. Our goal? To pack a nutritious meal — fast. Enter your new favorite secret weapon: Skout Organic, a line of organic kids bars that are plant-based, made with 7 or fewer simple ingredients, and come in kid-friendly flavors like Apple Pie and Blueberry Blast. Lunch boxes every where will thank you.
Classic and Cool — The White Shirt Round-Up
Fashion and function intersect at the white button blouse. That’s why this staple is so appropriately called a wardrobe workhorse. Classic and chic, the white button shirt exudes calm, cool and collected. Spring is a great time to put this staple at the forefront of...
Spring in New York — Ideas and Itineraries
The sun streams through the clouds in Central Park. Joggers running around the Reservoir trade leggings for shorts. Sweaters are tied at the waist during lunchtime strolls to the Boathouse. Now that spring has sprung and the Northeast slowly warms up, there’s no...
Meet a Dad — Entrepreneur Peter Shankman
Is there anything Peter Shankman hasn’t done? This intrepid professional is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, bestselling author of six books, and the Futurist-in-Residence at BluShark Digital, a Marketing and SEO firm in Washington, DC. He’s also a NYC-based single dad of a 9-year-old daughter, Jessa. A licensed skydiver, he has 500 jumps so far—and is a 2x Ironman Triathlete.
Meal Planner — Trader Joe’s Edition
Ask any mother – working woman or stay-at-home mom, contented chef or takeout pro – busy families need meal inspiration. Use the Local Mom’s Network meal-planning guide to get breakfast, lunch and dinner on the table simply and easily. In this installment, we look to Trader Joe’s for their delicious, cost-effective, and quick food choices.
Spring Style — Mommy and Me Dresses
“Mommy and Me” fashion has bloomed – and the options are adorable. There’s no shortage of variety, with colors, fabrics, and silhouettes that make it hard to choose just one. Daughters aren’t always game for matching mom, but these styles don’t require much convincing. Whether you’re dressing up for Mother’s Day or going more casual at a family birthday party, these seven designers offer you beautiful options.
