Meet a Mom: Author Sara Shepard of Pretty Little Liars on her Newest Book for Kids!
Sara Shepard is best known as the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling book series Pretty Little Liars, which was turned into a television series starring Ashley Benson, Lucy Hale and Shay Mitchell. Recently, she has been writing a middle grade series, Penny Draws, the most recently of which released a few weeks ago—Penny Draws a Crush. The series follows a girl who draws to deal with anxiety—a character Sara says was inspired by her own two sons.
2026 Party Guide
The 2025-2026 Lehigh Valley Moms Party Guide is officially here! Princesses, super heros, cupcakes, balloons, bars…and more! We did all the work so all you need to do is relax and enjoy.
Back to School Lunch Inspiration from The Lunch Box Dad!
Dreading lunch prep again? @lunchboxdad has been creating lunch art for over a decade! His genius tips? Start simple with cookie cutters + lunch notes. Pack tight, and use cream cheese to “glue” pieces. Read our full interview for more back-to-school inspo!
5 Ways to Center Yourself for the New School Year
Heading into a new school year after a fun summer can be a bummer for kids, and the transition can also put a huge burden on parents. Check out these 5 suggestions from Dr. Okwerekwu that will help this year be your (and your family’s!) best!
3 Sheet Pan Dinners for Busy Weeknights
Sheet pan dinners are one of the easiest ways to get dinner on the table, fast. Plus, if you line your baking pans with foil or parchment paper, there’s virtually no clean-up! We love the collection of Sheet Pan Dinners Maegan Brown of The BakerMama shared, which include recipes for pizza, shrimp pad thai and even chicken fried rice.
Back to School Events- 2025
It’s time to start thinking about back to school 2025! Here are a few upcoming events going on in the Lehigh Valley. Be sure to check websites for information on activities, resources provided and qualifications to attend!
Meet-a-Mom: Carmen Saemmer
Our 2025 August Meet-A-Mom is Carmen Saemmer! Carmen is director of St. Nicholas Academy in Bethlehem as well as the owner of Set In Stone Performing Arts Studio. We are SO excited for our community to get to know her better!
Water Bottles That Make Hydration Easy (For Moms and Kids!)
We polled our network of moms across the country for their tried-and-true favorites. The winners have survived being dropped from highchairs, forgotten in hot cars, and tossed into already overstuffed diaper bags (without creating a soggy disaster). Read on for our favorite water bottles that will keep your family hydrated and happy.
Pre-K to High School: 8 Must-Have Backpacks and Lunch Boxes
From bus rides and field trips to sports practice and sleepovers, we’ve curated a collection of stylish and functional backpacks and lunch boxes for all ages. Read on for 8 of our favorite selections for the 2025-2026 school year.
Matcha Latte Roundup: Iced, Spiced & More!
Matcha, a kind of tea made from ground and processed green tea laves, is everywhere. Need proof? #MatchaTok, featuring content creators, influencers and small business owners praising the benefits of matcha is growing rapidly, and sharing endless matcha latte recipes. Here are 5 great recipes to try—no Starbucks drive-through required.
Shop Local Lehigh Valley Highlight: Coffee Shops
Shop Local Lehigh Valley: Coffee Shops
Sunflower Fields
A list of sunflower fields in the Lehigh Valley.
Your Sleepaway Camp Questions Answered: Safety, Visiting Day & More!
In light of the tragic floods that took the lives of 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic in Texas, many parents of sleepaway campers are on edge. The Local Moms Network asked Alicia Skovera, Executive Director of the American Camp Association, NY and NJ, to answer questions about quelling parents’ anxiety around this event, as well as advice on upcoming visiting days and re-entry.
Hot Dog Bar
Besides ice cream, there are few foods that scream “summer” more than hot dogs, right? So on this summer kick-off weekend, we wanted to share this adorable hot dog bar from one of our favorite food bloggers, Jessica Merchant of How Sweet Eats.
16 Summer Style Must-Haves for Busy Moms (According to Hollywood Stylists)
The right wardrobe staples can help you stay cool, look put-together and feel confident whether you’re headed to the office, mom’s night out, or just to your neighborhood playground. To help streamline your summer outfits, we asked three Hollywood stylists (and moms) to share their favorite go-to pieces that are guaranteed to keep you cool while also looking chic.
31 Screen-Free Ideas for Summer!
Is camp over? Friends away? Too rainy for the pool? Even though we have nothing (I repeat…NOTHING) against some screen time, it sometimes feels like the only thing we have left! If this is where you’re at, here are 31 screen-free ideas to get you well into August.
Day Trips
Hit the road with these awesome day trips that are all under one hour from the Lehigh Valley!
Mixed Berry Crumble Bars
Need a quick, easy summer dessert? These mixed berry crumble bars have all the summery goodness of berry pie, but in an easy-to-make bar form (prep time is only 15 minutes!).
Shop Local Lehigh Valley Highlight: Kid’s Haircuts
From first haircuts to picky teens, Lehigh Valley Moms has pulled together a list of local barbershops/salons shops ready to cater to your child’s needs and show them a good time!
Sunscreen for Kids: Everything You Need to Know
Sunscreen for kids is one of those necessary evils every parent deals with in summer. To sort through what you actually need to know this season, we’re sharing the below interview with Lauren Geller, MD, a Westchester, NY-based pediatric dermatologist associated with Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Plus, see below for a Top Ten list of sunscreen brands our moms are loving for their own kids!
