Meet Erika Palmer — Co-Founder of Cupla
Becoming a parent and raising kids is an incredible time in your life, but a busy one. And while there are few things more amazing than seeing your partner dive into parenthood, it can be tough seeing your relationship be put on the back burner. That’s why our team at The Local Moms Network is thrilled to share our newest relationship secret weapon, the Cupla app.
The Best Advent Calendars of 2023
There’s something magical about counting down to Christmas – and advent calendars that offer a daily surprise have exploded in popularity! From the best known childrens’ brands to high end makeup, skincare, and jewelry lines for grown-ups, everyone will find a favorite.
Dental Care in Carmel Valley for Infants & Toddlers — Amazing Kids Dentistry & Orthodontics
For new parents, it’s not always clear when to introduce dental care to your infant. Here are a few suggestions from pediatric dentist Dr. Angela Lee Masterson of Amazing Kids Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics in Carmel Valley.
Meet a Mom — Certified Nurse Midwife
Ailsa Emmel is a mom to 25-year-old twins who currently lives in eastern North Carolina with her husband, a U.S. Marine on active duty. She has built a career as a nurse practitioner with a specialty in Midwifery, but her side gig—as a “lifestyle influencer who loves clothes”—is how she’s quickly gaining a following on social media. “I love to share what I am wearing and what I am loving. I use fashion to express and represent myself. I believe getting dressed even in a baggy pair of sweats makes the biggest difference in my overall mental state,” says Ailsa.
Meet a Mom — Social Media Star Soliana Sapp
Soliana Sapp is the hilarious social media star whose iconic pink robe is a symbol of relatable mom life. With more than 400K followers on both Instagram and Tik Tok, her audience loves watching her keep it real, which keeps us laughing at the absurdity of...
The Holiday Style Guide — Party Edition
Have you heard of the new holiday fashion trend, “dopamine dressing”? “It’s meant to be fun and glamorous and festive, perfect for the holidays!” says The Local Moms Network fashion contributor Kristin Kennedy of Closetful of Clothes.
The North County Moms’ Fall Fit-Wellness Guide 2023
Renewing your health, wellness and fitness goals during this harvest season? The North County Moms’ 2023 Fall Fit-Wellness Guide has some excellent suggestions for you! Discover our collection of local professionals, dedicated to making your wellbeing their priority.
What a Psychotherapist Learned From Parenting a Child with Anxiety
An anxious state of being has the potential to affect your marriage, your relationships with your other children, and potentially your career, too. When we are in constant sympathetic activation it is often hard to concentrate on anything that isn’t mediating the threat. You will also feel it physically in your body—it is exhausting. Psychotherapist, author and mother Niro Feliciano LCSW offers suggestions to support families and reinforce treatment goals at home.
Thank You to Our Fall Fit-Wellness Event Partners!
We are grateful for a successful FALL FIT-WELLNESS EVENT! Thank you to all the vendors and guests who made this such a fun and worthwhile gathering!
Meet a Mom — Geri Halliwell
Geri Halliwell-Horner has been a household name for decades, since the Spice Girls first debuted with their hit single Wannabe in 1996. Geri was then known as Ginger Spice, the supergroup’s leader. The best-selling girl group in history sold more than 105 million records worldwide. Recently, Geri published her best-selling autobiography as well as a popular children’s book series, Ugenia Lavender. And just a few weeks ago, she released her first young adult novel, Rosie Frost & the Falcon Queen.
