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13 Ways to Reduce Your Food Waste 

  The average family of 4 in the U.S. wastes $2100 annually on food. We’re throwing out almost 1 pound of food, per person, per day. (USDA) If you were dumping 300 lbs in the trash can at once, solving the problem would be simple. The reality is that it’s a slow...

7 Ways to Build Your Child’s Self-Esteem

      This original piece was shared by The Local Moms Network Contributor Tamara Iglesias of Wellynest.   Building your child’s self-esteem is not about making them better, it’s about cultivating who they truly are and honoring the authentic...

Meet the Mom Behind Smitten Films!

Like many moms, we have approximately 10,000 photos and videos of our children on our iPhones, and about five or so (maybe!) printed out and framed. And please, don’t even ask us about baby books and other special albums, let alone preserving videos…That’s why we were...

Let’s Talk Children’s Dental Emergencies

      with Dr. Nasem Dunlop of Treehouse Pediatric Dentistry   So you’re playing with your kiddos at Foothill Ranch Community Park and BOOM! They fall face first and there’s blood.    First, rule out that an emergency room visit isn’t needed,...

Bullying: What Parents Need To Know

      Whether you’re a mom of a 5-year-old or 15-year-old, chances are, bullying is on your radar. But how do you tell what is just normal childhood disagreements and social tiffs, and what constitutes bullying? And if you think your child needs help,...

Take a Trip to Tanaka Farms

          Having trouble getting in the fall spirit because of the 80 degree weather in sunny Southern California? There is a place in Irvine where the leaves fall, the pumpkins grow, and nice warm food is served. A kid-friendly attraction...

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