What Parents Need to Know: Swim Lessons & Water Safety
We talked with Josh Scott, owner of local swim school Swim SRQ to debunk common myths parents have on swimming lessons and water safety!
2020 Back to School Guide
Everything Back to School for the 2020-2021 school year!
No-Bake Cheesecake from Host to Perfection!
This recipe is so easy kids can make it, but elegant enough you can serve it at a (socially distanced) dinner party.
The Local Moms Network Book Club: Eliza Starts a Rumor!
Our interview with author and mom of three, Jane Rosen.
Meet Doula Ann Morris!
“In walking through my own pregnancy, labor and delivery, and discovering the unexpected realities of the postpartum period, I became acutely aware of the importance of having a supportive tribe of women surrounding this delicate time of life. I have always viewed myself as an advocate of women, especially those who may lack access to essential resources, and it is this passion that fueled me towards becoming a doula.”
Why Are Black Moms More Likely to Die During Pregnancy & Childbirth?
We spoke to one of the nation’s premier experts on this important topic.
Loaded Sheet Pan Nachos from Hip Foodie Mom!
This is probably going to enter your weekly rotation!
Lucy’s Story: Help A Family Save Their Daughter’s Life
A new lifesaving treatment, Zolgensma®, is available, and Lucy is a candidate. The problem? It costs $3 million CAD, a sum that is out of reach for Lucy’s family. Every day they wait, more damage is done. We spoke to Scott about Lucy (now just 3 months old), her condition–and most importantly, how we can all help.
Popsicles: Refreshing Recipes for Summer Fun!
Cool off with these treats for adults and kids!
Swim Safety: 10 Things to Know To Protect Your Kids
Summertime is the best time, but with fun days spent around pools, beaches and lakes, most moms are also concerned with water safety—and for good reason
Meet Adela!
Meet the Mom behind Blue Mimi, Sarasota’s Concierge & Lifestyle Management company. Adela and Blue Mimi are here to take away tasks for busy Moms and even businesses. With a professional background in accounting and a Mom of two, Adela knows what being busy is like and came up with a way to help other families deal with everyday tasks.
5 Things to Know About Life Insurance and the Game-Changing Ladder Brand!
Buying life insurance is one of those important “to do’s” that can get repeatedly swept aside in the daily hustle of parenting. That’s why we’re happy to partner with the user- and family-friendly life insurance brand Ladder.
Catching Up with Donte Palmer of Squat for Change!
Just in time for Father’s Day, we caught up with Donte Palmer of Squat for Change!
New Summer Read: Happy & You Know It!
Author Laura Hankin’s book, Happy and You Know It, shines a spotlight on a rich and hilarious topic—kids music classes. Laura is, in real life, a playdate musician in addition to being an author, and hilariously and adeptly covers the outlandish world of Upper East Side Manhattan moms.
Pucker up! Meet Sarasota Mom & Artist, Lipstick Lex
Lipstick Lex makes art with an unlikely medium, lipstick! Using lipstick and kisses, she creates masterpieces of pop culture icons. Her new art gallery has just opened its doors in the Rosemary District of downtown Sarasota and plans to utilize the vibrant space as a community venue for comedy, slam poetry, workshops, and more.
Mote Marine Reopens!
After closing to the public for two months, Mote Marine is set to reopen June 5th! We toured behind the scenes to see what changes have been made to keep guests and staff healthy!
Meet Lana
Meet Lana! I am the site curator for The Sarasota Moms website!
A Black Mother’s Cry: An Essay by Sara Hood
Thank you to The Local Moms Network contributor Sara Hood for sharing this powerful and personal essay. Where do we go from here? What’s the solution? Why did it take this particular moment in time for everyone to wake up? Did the [COVID-19] pandemic and our lack of...
Rosé Cocktails for Summer!
Rosé is the official drink of summer, and it’s also a perfect base for warm weather cocktails. We asked Erica Blumenthal and Nikki Huginar, who co-authored Yes Way Rosé, for their favorite pink mixed drinks. See below and cheers to summer! Photos: Sarah Anne Ward Spa...
COVID & Kids: What to Know About the New Inflammatory Syndrome
Have you been hearing about the inflammatory syndrome being linked to COVID-19 cases in kids? This new development is frightening for families, especially as we weigh the possibility of camp, and school not too far on the horizon. We reached out to the experts at Yale...
