Happy Healthy Feet!
Doctors are seeing more moms than ever for foot injuries and other conditions such as toe fractures and other aches and pains. Sean Peden, MD, explains how we can protect our feet!
Book Nook! How to Create a Cozy Reading Space for Kids
A book nook is a cozy spot, like a warm welcoming hug, a place where your children can snuggle up with you, or by themselves, and enjoy a great story.
Holiday Gift Pick for Kids!
What our moms are shopping for right now!
Elf on the Shelf Ideas!
Take the pressure off your nightly rush to place your elf, with these ready-made ideas.
Meet-A-Mom: Actress and Author Rachel Montez Minor
She is an actress who appeared on Broadway, in movies, and on TV. Now this mom of 3 year old Brodie Nakia adds being a children’s book author to the list. The Sun, the Moon and the Stars is a lyrical read celebrating diversity, love, and family.
The Night Before Christmas Cookie Sandwich
These festive ice cream sandwiches are perfect for a Christmas party—or as a new spin on milk & cookies for Santa.
Whole 30’s Cranberry-Pear Rooibos Iced Tea Mocktail
We asked our newest contributor, Melissa Urban, Founder and CEO of Whole30 (and a mom of one!), for the advice she gives to anyone weathering the holidays sans alcohol.
DIY Simmer Pot Holiday Fragance
Before your next holiday dinner, put a pot of this DIY home fragrance on your stove. It’ll instantly fill your house with warmth and joy, with none of the chemicals or fake fragrances you’ll find in some plug-ins or candles.
Working Out with Kids: An Instagram Star Shares Her Secrets!
Andrea Allen is a #girlmom of four and a certified personal trainer who has inspired hundreds of thousands of women struggling with postpartum fitness. We asked Andrea how she manages to work out with four little ones underfoot—and how she recommends other moms do, too!
5 Tips to Organize Your Kids Toys
With the holidays coming up, that means more crafts, artwork, gifts….and clutter. In order to start 2022 as organized as possible, we’re taking some time over the next few weeks to organize play spaces in our homes.
COVID-19 Vaccine & Kids Ages 5 to 11: Answers to Your Questions!
With the recent approval of the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5 to 11, millions of parents nationwide have already vaccinated their kids—and millions more are weighing the decision. As parents, we always want to have the most information we can when making decisions for our kids’ health, and that’s why we turned to the experts at Yale Medicine, to go over the most common questions we’re hearing about the vaccine and kids, from side effects to what it means for your travel plans, playdates and more.
The Local Moms Network Wishlist!
In our opinion, it’s the hardest to shop for the moms in our lives. That’s why we’re sharing our The Local Moms Network Holiday Wishlist, with fun picks from our moms nationwide.
Big Style for Babies from Rockets of Awesome!
Recently, we shared all about our favorite new kids’ fashion find, Rockets of Awesome. It is a mom-founded brand of adorable clothes that can be bought online and through their time-saving subscription model. We chatted with founder and mom Rachel Blumenthal about this super cute new collection and have a special code just for you!
Thinking of Laser Hair Removal? Here is Everything You Need To Know!
Laser Hair Removal has been on our minds a lot lately so we spoke with Jessica Talley, Laser Specialist at Precision Laser in Easton, PA. She answered all the questions we have been dying to ask about this popular and permanent hair removal solution.
Holiday Cocktails!
Need a last-minute cocktail for a pared down holiday meal? These festive sips will take you from Thanksgiving through New Year’s–and are easy enough to make any night of the week.
Thanksgiving Turkey Carving
The traditional image of The Thanksgiving Turkey being carved at the dinner table is very romantic, but it not practical, nor is it the best way to serve/carve your turkey. It should be done on a cutting board, with a very sharp knife, in the kitchen. The dos and don’ts of turkey carving!
Brussels Sprouts Gratin
This is a fun swap for the classic green bean casserole, and the healthy dose of cheese and heavy cream may be just what it takes to make the whole family Brussels sprouts fans!
Christmas Tree Farms
Make memories this holiday season with a trip to a Lehigh Valley Christmas Tree Farm. Whether you cut your own, like you can at Unangst Tree Farm and Beck's Tree Farm, or you take a precut that is perfect, picking out your holiday tree is an amazing memory you and...
Celebrating Halloween Safely!
Social distancing may have put a damper on Halloween festivities last year but kids can safely get out their costumes this year. Magna Dias, MD, Chair of Pediatrics at Bridgeport Hospital and Regional Medical Director for Inpatient Pediatric Services at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital offered a few tips for families to have a safe and healthy Halloween.
November Events Worth Celebrating in Lehigh Valley!
Check out these holidays and events to celebrate in the Lehigh Valley and Beyond!
