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Stuffed Animal Staycation Scrapbook Printable
You probably won’t be traveling much this summer, but you can still go on a staycation around town and take your cuddly friends with you. Memorialize it with this FREE printable.
Meet Denise
Meet the Huntington Beach mom whose philanthropy fundraiser turned into a small candle making business with her two grown sons when COVID sent California into lockdown.
Backyard Recess: Ninja Course
Interested in setting up a backyard Ninja Course to keep the kids active? This is what we used to make ours.
Now More Than Ever: Let’s Be Kind!
It’s been a rough ride these past few months, so we wanted something to make us smile, and this girl does it with her Let’s Be Kind Movement (despite school closures). Read on to hear first-hand from Rebekah, the 16-year-old reminding us that kindness matters!
Popsicles: Refreshing Recipes for Summer Fun!
Cool off with these treats for adults and kids.
Interview with Danielle Geathers, First Black Female Student Body President at MIT!
This remarkable student shares how her mother encouraged and influenced her to break barriers.
The Local Market: Orange County Real Estate
What an interesting time in real estate! See what a local realtor has to say about buying and selling today.
Local PA talks COVID-19 in Orange County
It’s officially July and our hopes that COVID-19 would be “under control” have been smashed. As we gear up to celebrate the 4th of July this weekend, I wanted to check in with a local mom and PA to give us a little update on what we are seeing here at the local level.
Meet the Moms Behind Zipped Bags!
Get organized in style with these chic pieces – and meet the moms who started the line.
Catching Up with Donte Palmer of Squat for Change
Last year we spoke to Donte Palmer, dad to three boys, and the leader of the Squat for Change Movement. Nine months later, we wanted to check in with this inspiring dad and see what’s been happening since.
Restaurant Dining: The New Normal
As more and more things start to open up around town, we want to know what people think of the new normal.
Listen, Learn and Speak Up!
We have been muted and listening this past week. Here are a few resources we wanted to share.
The Lost Husband: Interview with the Director
The Local Moms Network spoke with the writer/director/producer (and mom) Vicky Wright.
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Meet Megan
Meet Megan, the Newport Beach mom of three who can gently guide you through sleep training, potty training and now, with her new book Dear Mr. Covid, talking about the coronavirus with your kids.
Joules: A Brand for Fun in Any Weather!
Get outside with this beloved British Brand.
Where to Buy Cloth Face Masks Locally
If you’re looking to purchase cloth face masks, several local businesses and community members are selling them. Here is a list of a few to help you support LOCAL :
Quarantine Bookmarks to Mail to the Grandparents
Send the grandparents a little love via USPS.
Karolina Kurkova on Quarantining with Kids, Growing a Small Business During Covid-19 and More!
The supermodel shares her thoughts on family time, stress, and other topics we are all familiar with these days.
Easter Fun In Isolation
Easter is a week from today and it is looking to be a little different this year. I come from a really large extended family so a small party of 4 is, well small. But since the only person who can ruin my fun is myself, I’ve decided to embrace “different” and make the most of it. Here are two things I plan on doing for our Easter at HOME:
