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5-Ingredient Recipes: Cinnamon Granola

5-Ingredient Recipes: Cinnamon Granola

I struggle with making and having breakfast simply because mornings are hectic. Simply make this over the weekend and everyone can throw it on their yogurt along with some fruit in the morning.

4 Tips for Doing a January Whole30!

4 Tips for Doing a January Whole30!

Mom of one and Whole30 founder and CEO Melissa Urban says a January Whole30 requires a little planning and prioritizing. Here are four other smart tips from Melissa to make the most of the month. Plus, she shares one of her go-to recipes—Smoky Sweet Potato Chili—below!

DIY: Dried Orange Garland

DIY: Dried Orange Garland

I came across a beautiful dried orange garland online and I knew I needed to make one. It is fairly simple to make but it does require some patience.

The Local Moms Network Wishlist

The Local Moms Network Wishlist

Recently, Layla Lisiewski, co-founder and CEO of The Local Moms Network, appeared on CNBC to discuss how supply chain issues were adding another layer of holiday stress for parents this season. “Most of the moms in our network of over 100 suburbs are shopping early so they don’t risk not getting the gifts they want because of supply chain issues—about 75% of the ones we talked to have already started and some have even completed the process, and of those about 50% are having a tough time getting what they want even this early on,” says Layla. She adds, “The fastest way to get your hands on gifts is to shop locally!”

Leah Koenig’s Cheese Latkes

Leah Koenig’s Cheese Latkes

These sweet rendition of latkes will be a hit at Hannukah, but also a fun, festive breakfast all year round. More like a pancake than a traditional latke, they are tender and light and filled with ricotta cheese. Thank you to Leah Koenig, author of The Jewish Cookbook!

Meet A Mom: Emily Higgs from Mousin’ Around Books

Meet A Mom: Emily Higgs from Mousin’ Around Books

What is the perfect year-round gift? Books, of course! Reading helps children gain knowledge, learn social norms, reduce stress, and improve their vocabulary just to name a few things. We spoke with local mom Emily Higgs from Mousin Around Books and her passion for children’s literacy.

Elf on the Shelf Ideas…

Elf on the Shelf Ideas…

This year, I’m helping to bring the magic of Christmas to your home with a pre-planned list of Elf on the Shelf ideas! You’ll spend under 5 minutes each evening setting up a daily surprise that will help create the best memories for your kids while keeping you sane at the same time.

Meet a Mom: Taylor Ard from East Of These

Meet a Mom: Taylor Ard from East Of These

Anyone else insanely happy that scrunchies and hair turbans are very in right now? They are perfect for making your hair look done without requiring tons of effort which is completely my style. I was beyond excited to meet this month’s local Meet a Mom, Taylor Ard...

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