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Easy After School Snack Board from The BakerMama

This story originally appeared on the Local Moms Network, The BakerMama has been a familiar face at the Local Moms Network season after season. Her innovative spins on traditional dishes (remember that Baked Potato Bar?) have graced our pages for years. In the spirit...

Should You Let Your Child Go to a Sleepover?

This story first appeared on the Local Moms Network. Depending on the perspective, sleepovers can be a childhood rite of passage full of fun, friendship and memories. But they can also cause anxiety for parents for many concerns: physical safety, emotional readiness,...

The Best Dresses That Take Your From Summer to Fall

This story was shared by fashion contributor Kristin Kennedy of Closetful of Clothes.   Even though I’m in complete denial that fall is coming, we’re heading into back to school season, ready or not. Fall clothes are out and summer is all on sale (PS:...

Portobello Mushroom Pizzas!

This post originally appeared on the Local Moms Network. These Portobello Mushroom Pizzas are a great way to get kids to eat more veggies any day of the week. Experts say that putting new ingredients into familiar shapes or dishes (for instance, making mushrooms the...

Backpack Wearing – Do’s and Don’t

Backpacks are customizable, come in all shapes, sizes and colors and are the ultimate in self-expression. But—when not worn properly, they can cause short- or long-term problems in kids’ muscles, joints and—well—back. So what’s the right way to wear and carry a...

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