It’s not even Winter and a surge in cases of RSV is making headlines. But we don’t need the news to tell us what we’re seeing ourselves: pediatrian offices are backed up with cases, schools are sending out alerts, and families all around us are getting hit. While we...
Habitual Hostess’ Beef & Broccoli stir fry is a perfect clean-out-your-fridge, weeknight week, that can be made with any combo of meats and veggies! BEEF & BROCCOLI STIR FRY 1 1/4 pound of flank or skirt steak2 Tablespoon avocado oil, divided1 Tablespoon...
Hey, There!I’m Mari (Mar-E). I am the editor and site curator for Polk County Moms. I am a stay-at-home mom of one. Before becoming a SAHM I worked as a mental health counselor. I was born in Nicaragua but have been in the United States since the age of 4....
Heartland For Children Rudolph Round-Up About Heartland for ChildrenHeartland for Children is a community-based care lead agency contracted with the Department of Children and Families that oversees the child welfare system in Polk, Highlands and Hardee Counties. This...
This Pesto Meatball recipe has just three ingredients and comes together in under 20 minutes—aka perfect for busy weeknight meals! The two moms behind Habitual Hostess, who created this recipe, suggest using refrigerated pesto (or homemade!) for best results. Follow...
While sweater weather, pumpkin spice lattes, and mums feel exciting and celebratory right now, wintry weather is around the corner and it can be a nightmare for our skin. Moms, it’s time to transition our skincare for drier, colder weather… and we have expert advice...
The holidays are *this close* to being in full swing, and that means it’s time for Moms to make magic. We’re always looking for ways to “give moms the gift of time,” and support small businesses, especially this time of year. See below for...
The Big Guy (aka Santa Claus) is going to call the good little boys and girls of Lakeland! Santa will be calling Tuesday, December 6 between 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Advance registration is required and calls cannot be rescheduled Registration for Santa’s...
Football food should be fun, filling and fast to come together (or at least able to be prepped ahead). This Chicken Wings Snack Board from Maegan Brown, the mom of four and cookbook author behind The BakerMama fits the bill. You can use her recipe, or...
This recipe for Thanksgiving Cranberry Sauce was shared by Ali Fedotowsky-Manno, a Nashville-based Mom of two, former Bachelorette and media personality. INGREDIENTS 1 bag of fresh cranberries 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup fresh orange juice 1/4 cup Grand Marnier 1 tsp...
