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Deer Valley Roasted Butternut Squash & Bean Enchiladas
The Deer Valley Resort in Park City, UT, is known for being one of the premiere places to hit the slopes in the United States. Ski magazine has ranked it in the top 3 for over 20 years. But in addition to being known for its amazing downhill action, it’s...
Gluten-Free Gingerbread Men Cookie Recipe!
Melissa d’Arabian has three daughters, and like many of us, baking (and decorating!) cookies is a big part of the holidays. She's always makes sure to have a recipe ready that's safe for anyone who is gluten-free, like one of her daughters. Says Melissa, author...
Chic Holiday Party: 5 Simple Steps
This story was provided by The Local Moms Network Contributor Host to Perfection. “Simplicity is the key note of all true elegance” - Coco Chanel The Holidays are upon us; the season is all about getting family and friends...
20 Children’s Christmas and Hanukkah Books They’ll Love!
This story was provided by The Local Moms Network Contributor Rosemary D’Urso, aka LibraryMom. December is here and that means it’s time to break out the holiday books! Whether filled with a heartwarming storyline, engaging characters, or gorgeous...
Meet a Mom: Kara Goldin, Founder & CEO of Hint Water!
Kara Goldin, the founder and CEO of the uber-popular unsweetened flavored water brand hint, is this week’s Meet a Mom! In addition to creating and growing this ground-breaking brand, she hosts and produces the podcast Unstoppable, featuring other entrepreneurs....
Elf on the Shelf: 5 Easy Tips to Make It Less Stressful
To read our interview with the founders of Elf on the Shelf, click here. Like basically everything in parenting, Elf on the Shelf can be a blessing and, well, a curse. The cute little guy (or gal) creates instant opportunities for magical holiday memories, it’s...
A Chat with Actress & Author Rachael MacFarlane
Rachael MacFarlane is best known for voicing key characters on popular animated shows like American Dad and Family Guy (created by her brother Seth MacFarlane). Recently, the mother of two has enjoyed success with her second act—penning two children’s books,...
The Local Mom’s Network Summer Camp Guide 2020
Spending part of their summer at camp is one of those amazing experiences that will stay with your child forever. Use this guide to learn about some of the top sleepaway options throughout the United States. All of them will help your child gain valuable confidence,...
Richmond Holiday Guide 2019!
Welcome to The Local Moms Network 2019 Holiday Gift Guide! Before kids, we had all our holiday shopping done by (or shortly after) Thanksgiving. Post-kids? We sometimes find ourselves relying on anything available with overnight shipping, or online gift cards (when...
Where to Find Santa in Richmond This Year
Looking for a chance to get a picture with Santa? He's visiting quite a few locations in the Richmond VA area and we have his schedule! Locations and available dates are all posted below. Our personal favorites are Cabela's in Short Pump and Bass Pro in...
Cheetah Prints: Style Inspiration from Whit & Whimsy
One of our fashion contributors, Liz Whitney of the Whit & Whimsy blog, is all about animal prints! In fact, it's more of an obsession. According to Liz, "Whether you call it leopard, cheetah or jaguar it all looks stylish, sassy and current." After some careful...
Meet a Mom: Randi Zinn of Beyond Mom!
Randi Zinn’s mission is one close to our hearts—helping moms remember life “Beyond Mom”. This multitasking mom of two is an author (her book, Going Beyond Mom, is a must-read), as well as an expert on the topics of mindfulness and wellness. We spoke to...
5 Ways for Moms to Stay Happy Over the Holidays
This story was contributed by Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW. Ah…the most wonderful time of the year (wink, wink)! More like the most stressful time of year, especially for all of us "making" the holidays—aka moms. Here are some tips to help actually feel lots of...
Dinner Party 101: Easy Tips to Try
Hosting a dinner party can be daunting, especially when you don’t have a ton of time (read: you have kids) or you haven’t done it in a while (also: kids). We love these five tips from Megan Sullivan of The Local Moms Network that will get you started: ...
How to Carve a Turkey: Foolproof Instructions!
These helpful instructions were provided by dad of two Mike Geller, founder of Mike’s Organics in Stamford, CT. 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...
Thanksgiving Wine Guide
This post was contributed by Kate Santangelo of our Monmouth Moms site! Are you hosting this Thanksgiving? Bringing the wine to your in-laws? Just want to have a little vino while you’re cooking? I’ve got you covered! As a former wine professional, I learned a...
Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe for Thanksgiving!
Kate McDermott, author of Art of the Pie, was a finalist for the prestigious James Beard award for chefs. She’s also mom to Duncan, 32, who started baking with her as a toddler. This classic pumpkin pie is a family favorite for Thanksgiving. Her secret, expert...
Coterie: A Next-Generation Diaper
As parents, we all want the best for our kids. One new product that fits that bill to a T is Coterie, a next generation diaper. Just launched this past summer, Coterie is the highest quality diaper available, with twice the absorbency (read: fewer leaks,...
Bourbon Brown Butter Roasted Cauliflower
Although turkey gets a lot of attention on Thanksgiving—it is nicknamed "Turkey Day" after all—we have come to realize it's all about the sides. From brown sugar-laced sweet potatoes to green beans topped with fried onions, the comfort food dishes surrounding...
5 Essentials for a Fall Tablescape from Host to Perfection
This original story was contributed by The Local Moms Network Contributor, Host to Perfection! Fall is in full swing and probably the most desired season! The temperature starts to drop, the air becomes crisp, and people are slowly drawn into hibernation...