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Reach for the Stars at OCC’s New Planetarium
Orange Coast College’s Planetarium is opening to the public March 23rd and will likely become the newest hot spot for family fun, school field trips and those entranced by the universe.
Encourage Empowerment, Not Entitlement
You want your kids to feel empowered. You tell them to speak up, be assertive and reach for their dreams. But what happens when you give your kids too much power? They become entitled which is quite different than empowered. Lisa Smith, an In Home Family and Teen Coach shares her opinion on how to build empowerment, without crossing the line in to entitlement.
Sleeping Beauty for Kids at the Central Library
The Newport Beach Public Library is always hosting fun events for kids, from crafts and storytime to special performances. This Saturday, March 16th, The Festival Ballet Theatre will be performing an abridged, narrated version of Sleeping Beauty.
Ali Fedotowsky Manno: Bachelorette Turned Blogger
The former Bachelor and Bachelorette star on motherhood, sleep deprivation, and what she really thinks about Colton.
Immunity-Boosting Carrot Turmeric Soup
Anyone else feel like cold and flu season is never going away? Whether your house has been hit hard this winter or you feel like you’re fighting it off because everyone around you is sick, considering taking to the kitchen to boost your family’s immunity,...
Run for Fun at the Spirit Run
I am so so excited for this year’s Newport-Mesa Spirit Run taking place on Sunday, March 17th. You may or may not have received information about the run from your local school, but if you ignored it, or don’t know about it at all, I am here to tell you it is so fun! I had absolutely no idea what to expect last year, but it turned out to be a fantastic experience for so many reasons.
The Press Pause Project: CBD Products Created By Women, For Women
You’ve probably been hearing a lot about CBD—aka Cannabidiol, or one of the chemical compounds found in the Cannabis Sativa plant. Health benefits being discussed for products infused with CBD include reducing anxiety, depression, pain and insomnia—without the psychotropic effects associated with smoking marijuana. Here’s what else you should know about CBD and the two moms behind The Press Pause Project, Dawn Fable and Torrey Benson.
Bella Boutique Brings Together Local Artists & Small Businesses
I love a good excuse to go out and shop, and Newport Mesa MOPs (Mothers of Preschoolers) is giving one to me (and you).
Emma Heming Willis on Motherhood, Marriage and More!
The former model turned entrepreneur shares what Bruce is really like as a dad, her thoughts on marrying into a blended family, and her essential “mom uniform” pieces with The Local Moms Network.
2 Children’s Classics Are Hitting the Stage
Get your tickets now for the perfect Family Date!
Meet Megan
Megan is a Costa Mesa native and mom of three, and I am absolutely loving her advice to “mother and live on purpose.”
Spring Break Dreaming: Palm Beach
Dreaming of a Spring Break in Florida? Use our Local Moms’ recs for Palm Beach (and more).
A Night of Music and Light at Argyros Plaza
For those of you looking for a little something different to do this weekend, consider heading over to Argyros Plaza on Saturday, February 23rd for their Brilliance Event – A Night of Music and Light (silent disco & more).
An Interview with KIDBOX’s CEO Miki Racine Berardelli
Meet the mom behind this revolutionary new business that delivers cute clothes for little ones directly to your doorstep.
Ask a Doc: Is it a Cold or the Flu?
It’s been quite a year! If you are like us, you child has probably been sick more than once already this cold and flu season, which is why we decided to check in with Nathan Kiskila, M.D. of Marque Urgent Care in Newport Beach to ask for a little advice.
All You Need Is Love . . . And Chocolate
Homemade Hazelnut Cake Truffles . . . need I say more?
Style Reform: Leggings and Beyond
For most moms, leggings are not only a wardrobe staple, they’re a daily essential. And when Style Reform founder, Christy Teloh, realized she was wearing leggings every day but the quality of materials and styling weren’t up to her high-end fashion background standards, she decided to create her own.
Meet Daniela
Daniela is a local hairstylist and mom of two. Find out what she has to say about mom life!
5 Pieces Every Mom Needs in Her Closet
We asked Kristin Koch, executive director of Seventeen magazine and the blogger behind Closetful of Clothes, for her mom uniform essentials.
3 Date Night Ideas
It’s not often that parents get to go out for a date, so oftentimes, dinner and a movie is just perfect. But if you are looking for something a little different, check out these 3 ideas: