Around Town
A New HOLIDAY Title from Celebrate the HoliDates®
The “December Twenty-Five: 12/25” eBook is coming soon from local author, María Felicia Kelley! Learn about the traditions of Christmas through the eyes of a boy named Constantine. It is the third title of the Celebrate the HoliDates® children’s book series.
6 Smart Apps to Streamline Your Week
What are the two things most of us have in common as moms? We’re busy, and we’re on our phones a lot — as much as, if not more than, our computers. If you’re not using apps to make your life easier, you’re missing out on some great #momhacks. Find out why!
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
This Pumpkin Spice smoothie from The Local Moms Network contributor Kathleen Ashmore is filled with real pumpkin, banana and almond butter, making it a fast and filling Fall breakfast. We’ll be making it all week long with the extra cans of pumpkin we stocked up on for Thanksgiving.
Everyday Celebrations from Scratch
The holidays are almost here, and holiday parties are about to be in full swing. Whether you’re hosting family for casual dinners or throwing a formal fete for a crowd, a new book from Maria Provenzano, “Everyday Celebrations from Scratch” has inspiration galore.
Beef & Broccoli
Looking for something other than Thanksgiving leftovers for dinner tonight? Try this Beef & Broccoli recipe from Habitual Hostess!
Fall 2022 Sneaker Roundup
Plan ahead and wrap your footsies in the best shoes to pound the pavement this BLACK FRIDAY & SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY! These suggested sneakers are the curated picks by our knowledgeable moms and staff at The Local Moms Network — so you know these are going to be your favorite mom-perfect, prized possessions!
All About RSV — What Parents Need To Know
It’s not even winter and a surge in cases of RSV is making headlines. But we don’t need the news to tell us what we’re seeing ourselves: pediatrician offices are backed up with cases, schools are sending out alerts, and families all around us are getting hit.
Nico’s PB Apple Cup – A Teen Breakfast Hack
My high schooler, Nico, likes to sleep as late as he can on weekday mornings. Do you have a teen with similar priorities? For many late-sleepers, breakfast is an afterthought, or even an omission. But, I think most parents agree, we want our kids to eat something nutritious and satisfying before they leave the house or, at least, pack a nutritious to-go snack from home. Nico has a few hacks in his repertoire. We’ll explore a few of them in the coming weeks.
Ali Fedotowsky-Manno’s Cranberry Sauce
A quick and tasty cranberry sauce by Ali Fedotowsky-Manno, a Nashville-based Mom of two, former Bachelorette and media personality.
Holiday Shopping Savings
The holidays are *this close* to being in full swing, and that means it’s time for Moms to make magic. We’re always looking for ways to “give moms the gift of time,” and support small businesses, especially this time of year. Check out three brands that fit this bill, and find exclusive savings only available to followers of The North County Moms & The Local Moms Network!
