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iWRITE Virtual Summer Camp & Summer Masterclass
Creative Writing & Illustration Virtual Summer Camp (Launches June 8th) $120.00 USD Instructors: iWRITE Founder & Children’s Author, Melissa Williams Murphy & iWRITE Illustrator, Ryan Shaw Event Information: When: Whenever fits into your schedule...
Meet a Houston Mom | Meet Jennifer Champion, Houston Matchmaker and Fitness Coach
This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jennifer Champion the founder of Date Shape and Champion Connection to talk about her Matchmaking Skills and how she keeps her clients in "date shape" - Mind, Body and Love! Watch the video below to learn more
Dayforward: The Way Life Insurance Should Be
All opinions expressed in this paid testimonial are proudly our own. We would like to introduce you to a brand new company in Texas that is building their brand around family financial security. We are so excited to share this company with you because they are...
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Super Bowl Artichoke Jalapeno Dip
This artichoke jalapeño dip falls in the category of “healthyish.” Full of artichoke hearts and pickled jalapeños, it’s creamy enough to feel indulgent. Use water-packed artichoke hearts, not the ones marinated in olive oil. Fresh lemon juice and good...
BABY DAY: Hosted by First3Years
Why West U Moms Love Houston
Over the last two years, dozens of interviews with local mamas like you are posted right here in the Meet a Mom archives. As part of that interview process, we asked how the Houston community has been instrumental in getting them to where they are now and how it has helped them thrive. To remind you all just how much YOU LOVE HOUSTON, we’ve rounded up some of your greatest answers from 2019.
Historically Low Rates – Consider a New Home or Refinance!
Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner discusses the low mortgage rates (excerpts). This chart shows 30-year rates since the mid-1970s and, I will be honest with you, as often as I look at it, it still amazes me. From a peak of over 18 percent in the early ’80s,...
Germ Busters
No better time to start researching the best disinfecting companies in Houston, are we right mamas? We’ve been flooded with questions about this the last few months and we’re thrilled to tell you about a local company who are so passionate about keeping people safe,...
Walker & Wade
This year, we have chosen a few of our favorite female-founded brands to spotlight for the holidays. Walker&Wade, a super chic brand known for bright, cheerful pieces that go “beach to table”. Founder Laurette Kittle’s styles are perfect for travel but so stylish you can (and will want to) wear them every day.
Meet A Houston Mom: Meet Yelena Grinina
Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in Houston? I was born in Volgograd, Russia during the time of the Soviet Union and came to America in the late 90s to study for my MBA which is when I met my husband, Brennan. We have had the opportunity to...
Host to Social Distancing Perfection
This story was provided by our contributor Host to Perfection! As we approach the holidays, a highly entertaining time of the year, we need to stop and thoroughly think about how to host in the era of COVID-19. It will be a unique holiday season!! It can be extremely...
Hannukah Recipes
Happy Hannukah to all who celebrate! Whether you’re connecting with family via Zoom, getting together a small group or hosting a holiday meal outside, these recipes will help make this Hannukah memorable. From latkes to brisket, there is something for everyone....
5 Ways to Help Moms Stay Happy Over the Holidays
This story was contributed by Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW.Ah…the most wonderful time of the year (wink, wink)! More like the most stressful time of year, especially for all of us “making” the holidays—aka moms. Here are some tips to help actually feel lots of...
Holiday Cocktails
Need a last-minute cocktail for a pared down holiday meal (or Zoom call!)? These festive sips will take you from Thanksgiving through New Year’s–and are easy enough to make any night of the week. Cold Pecan Pie Martini from DelishGrapefruit, Honey &...
Mom Hack: Make Frozen Cookie Dough from Your Leftover Halloween Candy!
Now that Halloween is about a week past its due date, you’re probably ready to get your kids’ candy out of the house. There are lots of good places to donate, from shelters to dentists’ offices to the military, but we stumbled upon this smart idea from The...
20 Children’s Christmas & Hanukkah Books They’ll Love!
This story was provided by The Local Moms Network Contributor Rosemary D’Urso, aka LibraryMom. December is here and that means it’s time to break out the holiday books! Whether filled with a heartwarming storyline, engaging characters, or gorgeous illustrations, each...
Brussels Sprouts Gratin
This holiday season will probably look a little different for most of us. We might not be hopping on a plane to the in-laws, or maybe we’re setting fewer spots at the table for a more intimate meal. Some of us will be hosting our holidays outdoors, while others will...
DIY Balloon Parade
This DIY Thanksgiving Day Balloon Parade from The Local Moms Network contributor Maria Provenzano is perfect for anyone swapping their traditional parade tradition for more social distance-friendly activities this year! DIY Thanksgiving Day Balloon Parade ...
Best Social Distancing Activities in Houston
If you want to spend time outdoors exploring the stunning city of Houston, check out our hand-picked list of the best social distancing activities in Houston. Make the best of the City With No Limits with our curated suggestions to safe outdoor activities. Go enjoy...
Meet a Houston Mom – Meet Rani Puranik, the Executive Director of the Puranik Foundation, CFO of WorldWide Oilfield Machine and author of upcoming book 7 Letters To My Daughters!
Recently, I sat down with West U Mom Rani Puranik. She is the Executive Director of the Puranik Foundation, CFO of WorldWide Oilfield Machine and author of upcoming book 7 Letters To My Daughters! Check out this video to learn how this mother of 2 juggles it all in...
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