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How to Carve a Turkey
Tips and tricks on how to carve your Thanksgiving turkey.
My Green Mattress Black Friday Sale
My Green Mattress is doing a *huge* Black Friday sale and offering special savings to followers of The Local Moms Network!
Blippi is Coming to Pittsburgh!
Blippi the Musical is Coming to Pittsburgh!
COVID-19 Vaccine and Kids
With the recent approval of the Pfizer vaccine for kids ages 5 to 11, millions of parents nationwide have already vaccinated their kids—and millions more are weighing the decision.
Harvest Squash Salad
Harvest Butternut Squash Salad is the perfect recipe for a fall dinner party or for Thanksgiving!
Organize Your Kids’ Toys in 5 Easy Steps!
With the holidays coming up, that means more crafts, artwork, gifts, toys….and clutter. Whether you have babies, toddlers, or older kids, having some strategies in place can keep your home tidier, and help kids play more independently and stay engaged longer.
Holiday Cocktails
Need a last-minute cocktail for a holiday meal or get together?
Working Out After Having Children
Andrea Allen is a #girlmom of four and a certified personal trainer who has inspired hundreds of thousands of women struggling with postpartum fitness.
Trimino – A Better Sports Drink for Kids
The best products solve a problem, and our newest partner, trimino Protein Infused Water, did just that.
Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
If you loved the Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies we recently shared, you have to try this Pumpkin version!
Larrimor’s
Want to shop local this Holiday season? Look no further than Larrimor’s for all of your fashion needs!
DIY Balloon Parade
Get Holiday ready with the cutest DIY Balloon Parade!
Stairslide
Stairslide is the perfect gift that you didn’t know you needed! Use code “pittsburghmoms10” for 10% off your order!
Meet a Mom – Makenzie Miller
Our newest Meet a Mom is Certified Sleep Consultant, Makenzie Miller!
Time Saving Winter Pieces for Mom
As the weather gets colder, we all seem to reach for clothing pieces that are comfortable and warm. Sharing a few uniform pieces that will help you do just that and stay on trend with what’s in style these days.
Lip Blush with Lindsay at Scrubd Esthetics
Lip Blush! Have you heard of it? If not, you need this permanent makeup technique in your life! Use code PGH-MOMS to receive a 10% discount when you book.
Easy Pumpkin Chili Recipe
An easy recipe that is perfect for this Halloween weekend! (or any fall weekend for that matter!!)
Sleep Better Tonight
What parent doesn’t want a more restful night’s sleep?
Rockets of Awesome Winter Collection
Rockets of Awesome has launched their winter collection of kids’ clothing, and we’re offering you a code for 20% off your first purchase!
Meet a Mom – Alex Morgan
Meet a Mom – Alex Morgan
Soccer superstar, Olympian, and now mom!
Young Living Essential Oils with Genelle Davis
Looking for a way to provide a safe and healthy environment for your family? (Aren’t we all?!)
Enter, Genelle Davis, a Brand Partner with Young Living Essential Oils.
Spooky Snack Mix
Halloween is almost here and we’re adding this Spooky Snack Mix from The BakerMama to our shortlist of fun treats to make!
Mulled Wine Recipe
Sharing an easy mulled wine perfect for sharing with neighbors on Halloween or enjoying by the fire pit with friends.
Halloween Veggie Board
Halloween is almost here and we are sharing an amazing last-minute, festive board from The BakerMama, which incorporates much needed vegetables into an adorable design.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
During these busy, stressful times, it can be really hard to take care of your own health. If you’ve been putting off basic doctor’s appointments during the pandemic, like your annual mammogram, you’re not alone—but we’re asking you, mom to mom, to prioritize them.
How to Get Into the College of Your Dreams
Applying to college has never been easy, but over the past 20 years, it has become more competitive than ever. That’s why we were thrilled to read, Get Real and Get In: How to Get Into the College of Your Dreams by Being Your Authentic Self, by Dr. Aviva Legatt, who has been an admission officer in the Ivy League, as well as a professor and counselor.
Maple Pumpkin Pecan Muffins
These Maple Pumpkin Pecan Muffins are full of Fall flavor. Bake up a batch on the weekend to serve all week long as a grab-and-go breakfast!
October Book Club – The Husbands
Our October Book Club pick is The Husbands, by Chandler Baker. This smart sophomore novel has been referred to as a feminist twist on the Stepford Wives.
Best Halloween Books for Kids!
Spooky season is finally here! I love all things spooky, silly, and everything in between. Sharing a list of the best Halloween books to read with your little ones! Thank you to @librarymombooks for sharing this detailed list.
Meet a Mom – Dawne Barnes
Meet Dawne Barnes, a Pittsburgh mom and independent travel agent who is ready to help you plan the trip of your dreams!
Filet Sandwich with Horseradish Sauce
Be gameday ready to entertain for any crowd with this easy and delicious filet sandwich recipe. You can’t beat the homemade horseradish sauce!
Fall 2021 Skincare
Fall skincare and beauty feels like a fresh start for our faces. Kari Molvar, a mom of two girls (10 and 8) and regular contributor on beauty and wellness publications shares her picks for Fall 2021 – from the one face cream you should invest in to the perfect lip gloss for every day.
Creamed Corn Pasta with Zucchini and Basil
Sharing a perfect end of summer recipe, packing all that seasonal produce into a pasta dish that is both kid-friendly and vegetarian.
Moms, the Pandemic, and ADHD
Charlotte Shaff is part of a growing number of moms nationwide who, over the past year-plus, are questioning whether they could be dealing with ADHD. They are struggling with increased responsibilities and less help, while connecting on social media with others who have been through a late-in-life diagnosis.
Apple Crumble Recipe
Wondering what to do with all those apples you picked this weekend?
Sunday Prep for the Week Ahead
As we start to head back into the school season, parents can use all the help they can get during this busy time.
After School Snacks
One thing I’ve learned about kids and school is that the kids come home hungry! Sharing a few ideas for easy after school snacks where you can even get the kids involved!
Meet a Mom – Andrea Lavinthal
This week’s Meet a Mom interview is with Andrea Lavinthal, a mom of two who is the Style & Beauty Director at PEOPLE.
Pumpkin Patch Guide
In an effort to make life easier for all of you Pittsburgh Moms (and Dads!), I have created a guide which shares the pumpkin patches in our area.
Generation 9/11
This year marks the 20th anniversary of September 11th. A new documentary, Generation 9/11, features seven of the children who were born after their fathers died on September 11th, 2001. We spoke to filmmaker and mom, Liz Mermin, about this fascinating—and simultaneously sad and hopeful—project.
Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookie
Cookies for breakfast? Why not, when they’re filled with fiber and protein-rich almond flour and free of added sugars.
5 Reasons Why Moms Should Play Sports
As we head into Fall, many of us are signing our kids up for Fall sports—and reminiscing about our own childhood sports careers. What we should be doing? Signing ourselves up, too!
Rosh Hashanah Recipe – Roast Chicken with Thyme
L’Shana Tova to all who celebrate! This Roast Chicken with Thyme and Honey, from The Jewish Cookbook by @leah.koenig, is one of those go-to meals that works as well for Holiday dinners as it does for family meals all fall long.
Apple Picking Guide
Your go-to guide for apple picking in and around the Pittsburgh area this fall!
Rockets of Awesome
Are you ready to try a fun (and easy!) new children’s clothing service? Then you will love, Rockets of Awesome!
8 Tips For Taking Great Family Photos
Shoott Photography shares 8 tips for taking great family photos.
Meet a Mom – Amanda Thomas
Meet Amanda Thomas – a Pittsburgh mom of two (with one on the way!), who shares her expertise as a pelvic floor physical therapist and postpartum doula.
Grilled Peach and Bourbon Smash Cocktail
Cheers to the last few weeks of summer with this Grilled Peach & Bourbon Smash cocktail!
Pittsburgh Family Photography Guide
As fall is quickly approaching, I’m sharing a list of local family photographers to make it easier for you and your family to schedule.
Lessons to Teach Your Children Before They Leave the Nest
The days may feel endless, but the years are not.
Meet the Mom Behind StyleChild!
Just in time for back-to-school shopping, we’re sharing one of our favorite new mom-owned brands.
Travel Spotlight – Palm Beach Mom’s RV Experience
Searching for the perfect, last minute trip before school starts? Look no further as the Palm Beach Mom shares her experiences with an RV trip to Jellystone Park!
Photo by Togo RV on Unsplash
Summer Candy Salad
Check out this fun and healthy recipe that is perfect for late summer.
Meet a Mom – Olympian Cat Osterman
Meet a Mom – Olympic medalist Cat Osterman.
Mexican Street Corn Salad
This Mexican Street Corn Salad is the perfect summer dish to serve at a backyard BBQ!
Drowning Prevention Tips
Pandemic or not, there are few bigger items on our list of “mom worries” than drowning. And with good reason – it’s the leading cause of accidental deaths in kids ages 1 to 4. But there are some really simple ways to keep your kids safer. We spoke to Adam Katchmarchi, Ph.D., Executive Director of the National Drowning Prevention Alliance, to learn more.
Allison Payne Photography
I have a confession to make. I am that mom. You know the one. The mom who takes all of the pictures, but never wants to be in front of the camera.
Easy Dinner – One Skillet Spaghetti
A one pan spaghetti recipe that will make weeknight cooking so much easier!
@burghnosh Shares Her Favorite Dining Spots
Elyse of @burghnosh kindly shared a list of her favorite dining spots in the city as well as a few new restaurants that will be debuting soon.
Summer Reading Lists for Kindergarten to Third Grade
To help get your children excited about reading over the summer, I’m happy to share a list of books for children entering kindergarten through third grade with tons of kid appeal.
Easy Summer Cocktail – Pineapple, Lime, and Mint Sparkler
The Fourth of July may be over, but here’s a recipe for a delicious “sparkler” drink. What’s even better is you can prepare the syrup in advance, and enjoy the drink all week long!
Sheet Pan S’mores!
Who doesn’t love s’mores? Here is a fun recipe that is easy, kid safe, and can be made year round!
4th of July Popsicles
Fun and festive treats to stay cool on the 4th of July!
Easy Pantry Recipes To Try!
These will be go-tos during this strange, social distancing times period—and beyond.
Weeknight Recipe: Chicken Sausage with Broccoli Pasta
This easy, healthy dish will become an instant go-to.
Olive Oil Yogurt Cake Recipe
This is the perfect cake for a special brunch or to enjoy all week long.
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