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5 New Ideas for Moms Night Out!

5 New Ideas for Moms Night Out!

We’re firm believers that some time with mom friends is essential. While playdates are fun, getting together sans kids is not only more relaxing, but allows for real catching up (and yes, venting about said kids!). Dinner and drinks are standard MNO fare, but if...

Picture Books that Celebrate LGBTQ+ Families and Kids!

Picture Books that Celebrate LGBTQ+ Families and Kids!

This story was contributed by Library Mom Rosemary D’Urso. Follow her on Instagram @librarymombooks and head to  Librarymom.com for more book picks for kids! It’s Pride Month and I’m excited to bring you several standout stories that celebrate LGBTQ+ Families and...

4 Ways to Get Organized for Back to School!

4 Ways to Get Organized for Back to School!

School’s finally out for summer, but for parents, it’s just about time to start thinking ahead to Back to School! Making a game plan now for August and September, including ordering some key supplies, can really take the stress out of school prep. As experienced moms,...

How to Prevent Summer Slide

How to Prevent Summer Slide

Summer is finally here! It’s time for students to kick back and relax before preparing for the next school year. For many students, summer break means unwinding and focusing on having fun! Unfortunately, taking time away from learning can have a significant negative impact on students and cause summer learning loss, also known as the summer slide.

Advice from the Dads of The Local Moms Network!

Advice from the Dads of The Local Moms Network!

Moms, let’s hear it for our other (better?) halves! As we approach Father’s Day, we want to shout out the men who love, support, and encourage our kids. Just like moms, Dads are born when their children are, so it takes time and practice to walk confidently in the...

7 Celebrity Dads We Love

7 Celebrity Dads We Love

Father’s Day is on the horizon, and we’re sharing a shortlist of A-list Dads who balance busy careers with being engaged parents. Not to mention, they’re all easy on the eyes, ha!  Who are your favorite celeb Dads? Dwayne Johnson The ultimate girl Dad, “The Rock”...

Meet the Founder of Gatsby Chocolate!

Meet the Founder of Gatsby Chocolate!

  If you’re a chocolate lover but not so sweet on extra calories, you’ll definitely want to know about our newest find, Gatsby Chocolate! Founded by Doug Bouton, the cofounder of Halo Top ice cream, Gatsby Chocolate is the lowest-calorie chocolate you can buy....

Laura’s Lean: Mom’s Little Secret

Laura’s Lean: Mom’s Little Secret

Photo Credits: Elizabeth Lim of Beach Cities Moms Before we were moms, we didn’t realize one of the hardest parts of motherhood would be coming up with what to make for dinner Every. Single. Night. Pre-kids, cooking was a hobby, something we enjoyed doing as a break...

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