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Meet a Mom: Ylleya Fields, Author of Princess Cupcake Jones
Ylleya Fields is a children’s book author and mom of six who started writing her popular series, Princess Cupcake Jones, after looking for books for her then four-year-old daughter “I wasn’t able to find books that had a character that she physically could relate to....
Busy Moms: Simplify Home Maintenance and Say Goodbye to Your To-Dos
For many busy families, keeping up with home projects can feel overwhelming. Finding reliable help is tough, and unexpected issues like a leaky faucet often lead to frantic searches without any guarantee of good results. Plus, extra charges from vendors...
Meet a Dad: Author & TODAY Show Co-Host Craig Melvin
Journalist Craig Melvin is familiar to viewers of NBC’s TODAY show as co-anchor of the must-watch morning program. But to his son Delano (10), and daughter Sybil (7), who he shares with broadcaster Lindsay Czarniak, he’s Dad. Craig is also the author of a newly...
Olympic Gymnast Shannon Miller on Motherhood, Her Cancer Battle, Simone Biles & More!
In 2024, the name Simone Biles dominates talk of the Summer Olympics and the Team USA gymnast squad. But before Simone, and more recent stars like Shawn Johnson, no one shone brighter than Olympic gymnast Shannon Miller in the 1992 and 1996 Games. Part of the historic...
4th of July Chocolate Dipped Ice Cream Cones
Need a last-minute festive treat for a 4th of July party? These Chocolate Dipped Ice Cream Cones from Maria Provenzano require are a perfect pick with almost no prep. Simply fill the cones with your favorite ice cream or add them to an ice cream bar for a DIY dessert...
The Local Moms Network Ultimate Baby Guide 2024
With so many baby products on the market, how do you decide what you actually need for your little one? Introducing The Local Moms Network Baby Guide – a trustworthy resource created by experienced moms, for moms. Whether you’re a first-time parent or a seasoned pro,...
Women Rise UP/ Raise Capital
There are over 80 opportunities within 32 US states and Washington, DC which are not mentioned in this email (due to lack of space) but are listed here - https://bofainstitute.cornell.edu/more/repost-spreadsheet-with-funding-and-resource-links-for-2024/ GLOBAL...
Mom Hack: Moonpig Cards for Father’s Day!
Father’s Day is around the corner, and moms from The Local Moms Network are loving a new mom hack we discovered – Moonpig. These are clever and cute customizable cards that you create online using your favorite photos and a personal message, and they’ll mail it for...
Dr. Jess Andrade talks Sleep
Can you share your background, why sleep is so important and your stance on melatonin? My name is Dr. Jess Andrade, I’m a board-certified physician and sports medicine doctor with expertise in sleep health. Sleep is important because it’s one of the fundamental steps...
Meet a Mom: Shazi Visram of HealthyBaby
Why do you think the HealthyBaby diapers especially have resonated so well with parents? The diaper is the ultimate symbol of cradling a baby’s body. It’s the first product that touches your babies body for the three years as their brains are developing up to 85% That...
2024’s Dallas International Film Festival
DIFF 2024 has released the full lineup of films for the 18 th Dallas International Film Festival, April 25 – May 2, 2024. The Festival will feature screenings of more than 100 films, with sessions and panels with filmmakers and actors, nightly DIFF Red Carpets, and...
Art in the Square is a cosmic canvas!
The 24th Art in the Square lifts off with Methodist Southlake Medical Center as presenting sponsor. Art in the Square is a national award-winning festival with a ranking of #4 for 2024. Come to Southlake Town Square on April 26-28 with family and friends for a...
Bloom into Spring
The Dallas Arboretum will be the beneficiary of the first Galleria Dallas Good Market, to be held March 22-23 in the new outdoor plaza near North Italia, receiving 10% of sales from the weekend. During the market, which will feature 10 local vendors, the Dallas...
As moms, nothing is more important to us than keeping our babies happy and safe.
As new moms and then as second or third-time moms welcoming more babies, nothing is more important to us than keeping our babies happy and safe. That’s why we are thrilled to share all about a growing baby brand that is completely shaking things up (for the...
Texas Overnight Camp Guide 2024
Featured Camps Camp HuawniNestled in the Piney Woods of East Texas, Camp Huawni is a traditional, throwback summer camp for boys and girls. We’ve crafted exceptional summers since 1965, cultivating an environment where friendships and creativity thrive. Camp Huawni...
Gloria Gaynor I Will Survive: 5 Reasons You Should See This Movie
In 1978, the song I Will Survive not only made Gloria Gaynor a household name, but also turned her into an icon of the entire disco era. In the years since, she’s certainly survived—a lot. After a childhood marked by poverty and sexual abuse, she endured a controlling...
Paris Hilton’s Mom Era: 6 Reasons We’re Loving It
Paris Hilton is currently promoting her show Paris in Love, which airs on Peacock, and chronicles her self-proclaimed “Mom Era”…and what an era it is. Just over two years ago, in November 2021, she married venture capitalist Carter Reum, and quickly welcomed son...
Superstars come and go. Cher is forever.
For six straight decades, only one unstoppable force has flat-out dominated popular culture – breaking down barriers, pushing boundaries and letting nothing and no one stand in her way. THE CHER SHOW is the Tony Award®-winning musical of her story, and it’s packed...
Meet a Founder: Melissa & Doug’s Melissa Bernstein On Her New Brand, Lifelines
Melissa Bernstein is best known for founding the inimitable toy brand Melissa & Doug, with her husband Doug. Based around the concept of encouraging open-ended, creative play, the Melissa & Doug brand is a familiar staple for any parent with young children. In...
Meet a Founder: Melissa & Doug’s Melissa Bernstein On Her New Brand, Lifelines
Melissa Bernstein is best known for founding the inimitable toy brand Melissa & Doug, with her husband Doug. Based around the concept of encouraging open-ended, creative play, the Melissa & Doug brand is a familiar staple for any parent with young children. In...