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Meet a Mom: Astronaut Kellie Gerardi!
This week’s Meet a Mom interview is with Kellie Gerardi, an aerospace and defense professional, a mom, and a bioastronautics researcher who will be flying to space on a dedicated science mission with Virgin Galactic! She also is the author of children’s picture book...
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: pediatrian offices are backed up with cases, schools are sending out alerts, and families all around us are getting hit. While we...
Why Low Housing Inventory Is Still Preventing Prices From Crashing
“Home prices are falling faster now than in 2006.” This is a popular headline that has hit the news outlets recently, and it is causing even more panic for potential homebuyers. We all know the media always enjoys any bit of bad news that will get more...
Everyday Apple Tart!
Whether you’re baking for Thanksgiving, or just want to use up your apple-picking stash, this Everyday Apple Tart from TikTok star Kathleen Ashmore is an instant classic (that happens to be gluten-free!). INSTRUCTIONS 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 2/3 cup blanched...
Shows To Binge Watch This Fall & Winter!
As we head towards Winter (how?!) it just feels right to be starting a new show. Whether it’s with your spouse as a way to bond or post-bedtime me-time with a cup of tea or glass of wine, we’re sharing a shortlist of picks. This unscientific collection of five...
Everyday Celebrations from Scratch!
The holidays are just a few short weeks away, and that means 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”,...
Ideas for Halloween in the O.C. and for the Holidays!
STAYCASTION VIDEO Everyone deserves a break from the stresses of daily routines. How about a Disney staycation? Work and school wears us down and it’s important to experience fun activities with the family as well as time to relax and recharge. The best part is...
Bruce Springsteen Live! At the Grammy Museum
Explore the evolution of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band through memorabilia and artifacts showcasing the 49 years of “crowd-pleasing, soul-shaking, energy-exploding excitement of rock and roll.” The newly added Bruce Springsteen Live! Exhibit is...
Meet a Mom: Dermatologist Whitney Bowe!
A version of this story originally appeared on Greenwich Moms. Dr. Whitney Bowe, a Greenwich, CT, resident, and Mom to an 11-year-old daughter, is a passionate dermatologist who believes strongly in healing the skin from the inside-out, through inner skincare. In...
Sarah Jean Family and Brand photographer in Irvine
My name is Sarah Jean and I am a family and brand photographer in Irvine. I've been a photographer for over 15 years and over the last 8 years I have narrowed down my craft to focus on families and local businesses/brands in a fresh, new way. When most people are...
Shoott, holiday photos are upon us!
Holiday photos are one of the great end of year traditions. Sending out festive cards and updating framed photographs in your home is always lovely and nostalgic. The process itself, however, can get a little tricky (very tricky if you happen to have one or more...
How to Be More Grateful & Happier — And Help Our Kids Do the Same!
This post was contributed by Niro Feliciano, LCSW, author of This Book Won’t Make You Happy: Eight Keys to Finding True Contentment. I know you have heard of the benefits of gratitude, but do you know it can literally re-wire your brain for contentment? If you want...
Girls’ Weekend in Nashville!
Dust off your cowboy boots and grab your girlfriends; Nashville is hotter than ever. With so many new hotel openings and a fun music and food scene, it makes for the perfect moms weekend away! Country Music Hall of Fame To Do: Visit the Ryman...
THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS SHINES BRIGHT IN A NEW IMMERSIVE FAMILY HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE PREMIERING NOV. 25 IN NORCO
Even though the frost isn’t even on the proverbial pumpkin yet, Skyline Production Group, a Southern California-based producer of immersive consumer-facing events, experiences, and engaging activations for corporate partners, announces the November 25 premiere of...
Grocery Store Inflation: How to Get the Most Out of Your Budget!
Stefani Sassos, R.D. Lately, we’ve all noticed how much more expensive groceries are—and having growing kids doesn’t help that situation. As a result, either we buy our typical grocery haul and pay a whole lot more, or we stick to our usual budgets and...
The Local Moms Network on TikTok!
We started a TikTok featuring videos from our incredible moms across the country! We’ve finally decided to stop scrolling and start creating! Over at The Local Moms Network, we’ve been a big fan of browsing our For You Page whenever we have a chance – while nap...
Coterie: The Game-Changing Diaper Our Moms Are Loving!
As moms, we try to savor every moment we can with our kids. But there are some moments that are a little harder to appreciate than others. Diapering our babies often falls into that category (sandwiched between lack of sleep and toddler tantrums, ha!). That’s why we...
Exploring Fort Cross
If you’re looking for a perfect family day filled with fun adventures and good times, STOP, and read about the eventful day we had at Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures! If you and your family love nature and outdoor activities, this one’s for you! A Bit of...
Homebuying Misconceptions to Avoid
It’s common for both first-time homebuyers and experienced homeowners to feel overwhelmed by the process of purchasing a house. Being one of the largest investments you will ever make, being fearful financially is normal! However, the worst mistake is listening...
Meet a Mom: TODAY Show’s Dylan Dreyer!
Meteorologist Dylan Dreyer is a familiar face on morning television, as an anchor on the TODAY show’s 3rdHour, as well as a regular fill-in for Al Roker and Carson Daly on the first part of the program. Recently, after welcoming her third son in September 2021, she...