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Pomegranate Cosmo!
We’re loving this Pomegranate Cosmopolitan, created by the moms of Habitual Hostess! It’s the perfect thing to cheers to while watching the new Sex & the City sequel series
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Table Setting 101 With Host to Perfection!
The holidays are upon us and this year, more than ever, appreciate being together with your family and friends. So, whether you are hosting a casual or a formal dinner party, take the time to set a special and lovely table for your guests.
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Christmas Books You’ll Love!
Christmas is around the corner and it is time to break out the holiday stories!!! With more inclusive books than ever before, along with tales focusing on family and community, and, of course, a few that will make little ones giggle, you are not going to want to miss these outstanding new Christmas books!
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December Book Club Pick: Jamie Oliver’s Together
TLMN asked Jamie, the British Super Chef, about cooking with kids in the kitchen, his favorite recipes from his new book, and more.
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Meet the Moms Behind #IMOMSOHARD
This week’s Meet a Mom is the comedic duo #IMOMSOHARD. Kristin and Jen are real-life best friends and comedians who realized that their nightly conversations over wine would be great fodder for a video series.
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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!
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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.
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Holiday Gift Pick for Kids!
What our moms are shopping for right now!
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Elf on the Shelf Ideas!
Take the pressure off your nightly rush to place your elf, with these ready-made ideas.
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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.
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Leah Koenig’s Cheese Latkes
These sweet rendition of latkes will be a hit at Hanukkah, but also a fun, festive breakfast all year round. More like a pancake than a tradition latke, they are tender and light, and filled with ricotta cheese. Thank you to Leah Koenig, author of The Jewish Cookbook!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.