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Super Bowl Recipes from Around The Local Moms Network!
Just in time for the big game, we asked some of the moms from around The Local Moms Network for their absolute favorite Super Bowl recipes. From French Onion Dip to Chicken Chili, here are a few to try! French Onion Dip from Beach Cities Moms FRENCH ONION DIP 2...
Superbowl: 4 Craft Ideas to Try!
This story originally appeared on The Local Moms Network. Whether your kids are into football or not, having something to keep them occupied during the big game can be clutch. All the adults will then be able to enjoy the action on the field (not to mention the...
2026 Nail Trends to Try
Getting your nails done (or even doing them yourself) is just one of those small acts of self-care that can make you feel like a human—instead of just a mom. Every time you look down, you feel just a little more put together. Here are some of the tips and trends the...
9 Ways to Feel Instantly Happier!
Winter isn't easy. In most parts of the country, it’s cold, the days are shorter, and by mid-January the luster of New Year’s resolutions has worn off. Being cooped up isn't great for kids—or moms. But we’re committed to staying as positive as we can, and...
Meet A Mom – Luz Cotto-Charneski
Hi, I’m Luz, the founder of New Light Psychotherapy. I created this practice to offer a calm, supportive space where adults and mothers can slow down, feel truly heard, and make sense of the emotional shifts that come with life and parenting. You don’t need to be in...
The Valentine’s Day Reading List for Children
February is Black History Month and Valentine’s Day lands smack in the middle of the month, so I’ve put together a reading list to celebrate love, kindness and inclusion.
How to Create a Valentine’s Day Candy Board
Food boards are always a fan favorite. A charcuterie or crudité board, when done well can truly be a meal in itself. And, for special occasions, a dessert board is a ton of fun. Similar to my movie night board, for Valentine’s Day, I put together this candy board your entire family will enjoy.
Meet Acuarela’s Tania Fabiani, the Mom of 3 Bringing Latin American Design to the US
Tania Fabiani says fashion has always been a part of her life. Italian and Argentinian but raised in Brazil, she recently launched Acuarela with acclaimed Brazilian designer Marcelo Quadros. “Acuarela is a luxury fashion platform rooted in Latin American culture,...
Meet a Mom: NFL Wife & Podcast Host Kelly Stafford!
This story originally appeared in September 2024 on The Local Moms Network. Kelly Stafford may be best known in the public eye as the at-times outspoken wife of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, but she’s also a busy mom of four girls (8-year-old twins as...
Giving Your Child a Phone? 5 Expert Tips to Make It a Healthy Transition
One of the toughest decisions parents will make is if, and more likely, when, to give their child a smartphone. Most parents try to delay it, but we live in a digital world, and for many families, a phone becomes an essential tool to stay connected. And although it is...
Cozy Sets: 7 Dopamine Dressing Picks
Cozy sets are a mom style staple for a reason—you can look effortlessly pulled together, fast. Plus, these soft, comforting fabrics are dopamine dressing at their finest. A step up from regular sweats, and a lot more hygge than leggings (or jeans—no thanks!). Find...
Dry January: 5 Things I Realized From A Month (and Now Year) Sober
The essay below was shared Amanda Vlastas, the mom of two behind West University Moms. Dry January was meant to be a pause, a small experiment to see how I felt without alcohol. I’ll start with the obvious because everyone asks: Yes, I lost a little weight, my face...