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Pumpkin Turkey Chili from Domestikatedlife!

This story was shared by The Local Moms Network Contributor Kate Bowler of Domestikatedlife.  Busy weeknight? This chili is hearty enough to satisfy everyone at the table, sneaks in some extra nutrition with that hidden pumpkin puree, and tastes even better as...

Caramel Apple Recipe from Food Network’s Melissa D’Arabian

Credit: Adobe Stock Images     When cookbook author and Food Network star Melissa D’Arabian goes apple-picking, her go-to move with her apple haul is to make Caramel Apples. “My favorite variation is to slice them up and serve as a little ‘dessert’ alongside...

Helpful Thanksgiving Tips

The Holidays can seem daunting and tiresome. Make sure you review Local Grocers to and sign up for Deals and Coupons.   Gelson’s Market  For those who prefer to eat at home without the work, Gelson’s offers a complete, pre-cooked Thanksgiving meal...

Ideas for Thanksgiving Day with the Family

1). Play a family game outside -Football, kickball, tag, horseshoes, chalking the sidewalk, etc.  Something different you can do together. 2). Cook untraditional sides.  Let each member of the family choose a dish for the meal. Let each kid pick a favorite food to...

New Moms Mental Health

With nearly 4 million babies born each year in U.S., hospitals and health care systems play a key role in improving maternal and infant outcomes. Each year, more than 50,000 pregnant women are affected by severe maternal morbidity, 800 women die due to...

Mount Baldy via Devil’s Backbone Trail

Tucked near Mount Baldy, the Bridge to Nowhere is one of the most picturesque hikes and is one you would expect to see in Big Sur rather than in Southern California. The bridge was originally constructed in 1936 to connect the banks of the East Fork of the San Gabriel...

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