Black Maternal Health
As moms, pregnancy and childbirth is a magical and also, complicated time. Black moms (as well as American Indian and Alaskan Native) face a greater risk. In an effort to understand this important issue, we reached out to one of the top experts on this subject, Dr. Alicia D. Bonaparte, an Associate Professor of Sociology at Pitzer College and co-editor of the anthology, Birthing Justice: Black Women, Pregnancy, and Childbirth, Here’s what she had to say about this troubling statistic.
Easy, Healthy, Summer Recipes from Food Stylist, Alli Hawas
As we gear up for barbecues and backyard cookouts, we often find ourselves on the hunt for recipes featuring lighter fare, but that won’t compromise on flavor. So, we tapped former Today show food stylist and mom Alli Hawes to get some ideas and fresh meal inspiration for the summer weekends ahead!
Swingly Doorway Playhouse: A Game Changing, Mom Created Toy!
Turn your door frame into a creative play space—while taking up minimal space. We spoke to creator Melissa Moran, who is a mom of two launching her Kickstarter campaign this summer!
Meet the Dad Behind CPR Legislation That Will Keep Our Kids Safer
June 1-7 is CPR and AED Awareness Week, and it’s the perfect time to share some good news regarding heart health and our kids.
Chocolate Dipped Watermelon
It isn’t summer until you have had watermelon!! Watermelon plays a role in so many people’s summertime memories, so why not make it extra fun by adding chocolate and sprinkles.
Watermelon Fireworks!
Fourth of July is right around the corner! This year take your watermelon and make them into festive fireworks! Only a few steps involved and I promise the kids won’t stop eating them. Enjoy!
Blueberry Pie 4th of July!
A red, white, and blue delight! We love Blueberry Pie and this recipe from Art of the Pie’s Kate McDermott is our new favorite!
Sunscreen Safety
We all know that sunscreen helps prevent sun damage that can lead to skin cancer. So it’s a no-brainer that we’re thinking about it more than ever as we head into summer. We asked Dr. Sara Perkins, a Yale Medicine dermatologist (and mom of two) all the questions we had—and hope they answer some of yours, too.
Swim Safety
Thousands of children fall victim to drowning each year, but there are smart steps to keep yours safe. We spoke to industry experts from the Red Cross and CDC, as well as a top swim school, to get the facts.
Patriotic Popcorn
This year take your popcorn up a notch and jazz them up with some chocolate, festive sprinkles and M&M’s! Only a few steps involved and I promise the whole family will enjoy this Patriotic Popcorn!
Meet Mom and Actress, Dania Ramirez
Meet Dania Ramirez! The actress has two kids of her own, and a resume full of appearances on screens both big and small, including as part of The Sopranos, Entourage and Heroes.
Adapting to a New Normal
The pandemic may have kept us six feet apart from our friends and extended family, but it did keep us as close to our immediate family as we’ve ever been. As restrictions start to loosen this can lead to changing marital and family dynamics, anxiety and more. Here is some advice from Dori Gatter, a psychotherapist and relationship expert.
Rosé Revised
Rosé is the official drink of summer, and it’s also a perfect base for warm weather cocktails. We asked Erica Blumenthal and Nikki Huginar, who co-authored Yes Way Rosé, for their favorite pink mixed drinks. Cheers to Summer!
Encouraging a Healthy Body Image
What can parents do to encourage a healthy body image? The answer isn’t straightforward—but here are some things to realize about these issues, and a few tips to encourage a healthy relationship with food.
Jennifer Pratt’s Inspiring Adoption Journey
Jennifer Pratt is an Iowa-based mom of four who adopted four boys from Brazilian after battling infertility. Read on for this inspiring mom’s journey, from how she decided to adopt from Brazil to her best advice for adoptive parents.
Chocolate Cherry Smoothies!
This refreshing smoothie from Elizabeth Lim, the talented mom behind Beach Cities Moms, is an antioxidant and inflammatory powerhouse. Filled with superfoods like cherries and cacao, it can be made with any kind of milk and different types of nut butter. The best part? It tastes like chocolate covered cherries!
Meet Christie!
Christie is a local mom and a third of the amazing Threads by Gram business here in the Lehigh Valley. Learn more about the amazing Christie, her favorite things about the Valley, and her business, Threads by Gram.
Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books: A Chat with Podcast Host & Author Zibby Ownes
Zibby Owens is known for her podcast, Moms Don’t Have Time To Read Books, gaining recognition everywhere from Oprah.com to New York magazine. In 2020, she decided to put together a related anthology, a collection of essays covering topics we all deal with—parenthood, fitness, sex, etc…aka life!
Roasted Cauliflower Tacos with Lime Avocado Crema
Introducing new vegetables (like cauliflower) to kids can be tricky. Experts recommend serving it in a form they are familiar with (in this case, tacos). Try it for Taco Tuesday, or anytime you need a quick, nutritious meal.
Playground Spotlight: Morris J. Dimmick Park
Located in Hellertown, this park is one of our favorites to walk the path while we eat goodies from the Farmer’s Market on Sunday. Then the amazing playground is my kiddos favorite spot to play for hours!
