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St. Patrick’s Day Craft and Recipe Ideas for Kids
Ready to go green on March 17th? I’ve got all the fun crafts, DIY’s, and recipe ideas that’ll make your kids want to celebrate! St. Patrick’s Day is a fun way to talk about Ireland’s heritage and culture with your little ones.
Mom Fashion: Update Your Wardrobe in 3 Easy Steps
Mom fashion can be tricky. It needs to be as comfortable as it is chic. Before you buy a single new item for your wardrobe, you’ve got to break up with the outdated, unflattering clothes that are bursting out of your drawers and closet. That’s the advice from fashion expert Amy Guzzi, a Connecticut-based mom and fashion influencer behind The Stylist Effect.
TikTok’s Sleepy Girl Mocktail — Will It Help You Sleep?
The Sleepy Girl Mocktail is officially trending on TikTok, with the combination of tart cherry juice and magnesium promising to be the ultimate recipe for good sleep.
Meet Morgan Matkovic, Author of the New Book My Sister Lila Lee
In the Fall of 2022, Morgan Matkovic’s younger daughter Lila (now 4) was diagnosed with Autism. “Before leaving our diagnostic appointment, I asked our doctor how I should approach this new reality with our oldest daughter; more specifically, I wanted children’s’ book recommendations that focused on girls/sisters to help her understand the idea of neurodivergence,” says Morgan.
Big Bites — Kathleen Ashmore’s New Cookbook
In November 2020, The Local Moms Network first featured Kathleen Ashmore, a former Martha Stewart food producer turned recipe creator. At the time, she was just starting to build a social media following; now the mom of two has accrued over 2 million followers on TikTok alone, and almost 700k on Instagram. Her latest triumph? A beautiful new cookbook Big Bites: Wholesome, Comforting Recipes That Are Big on Flavor, Nourishment, and Fun: A Cookbook.
Valentine’s Day Strawberry Smoothie Bowl
This Valentine’s Day Smoothie bowl is perfect for February 14th or any day you want to show your kids (or yourself!) a little love with an easy, but special, breakfast.
6 Pairs of Maternity Jeans to Complete Any Outfit
Shopping for jeans when you’re not pregnant can be a frustrating experience. Factor in a growing belly and the task can feel near impossible. But don’t reach for the leggings just yet! We’ve narrowed down six pairs of denim guaranteed to make you feel stylish and comfortable – from the first trimester through delivery and beyond.
Cookbooks To Try in the New Year
If one of your New Year’s resolutions has been to cook more and rely less on takeout, we have you covered. We’ve got six recently published cookbooks, which will have you eating better, creating memories around family meals and saving money on UberEats and DoorDash.
Quick Dinner Idea — Baked Potato Bar
Our family does a baked potato spread like this every month or so. I highly recommend it because there’s something for everyone around the table — perfect for a weeknight meal or game-ready for a Super Bowl party — compliments of The Baker Mama.
Loving Your Teeth
Dr. Brea reminds parents and kids to show their teeth some affection during this month of love, especially amid the gooey, sticky, and sugary treats that tempt us in the lead up to Valentine’s Day!
