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Why Camp?

Why Camp?

Psychologist Dr. Tracy Brenner, “The Camp Counselor,” is working with Maine Camp Experience on the topic of mental health in a camp-related context. She is incredibly excited to support camps, campers, camp staff, and parents to promote social emotional development, resilience, and growth for all.  We are grateful to Laurie Kaidan from Maine Camp Experience for introducing us to Dr. Tracy and allowing us to share her very helpful tips.

Healing Philosophy with Dr Alina

Healing Philosophy with Dr Alina

Dr. Alina believes that healing is multilayered and multifaceted. There isn’t a one-size fits all cure or treatment. At Whole Child Texas, our approach is slightly different from traditional medicine. We are not focused on just treating disease and symptoms; we treat the whole child by addressing all aspects of a child’s health—mind, body, emotions, spirit, family and parenting.

Meet-A-Mom: Hayley Villa

Meet-A-Mom: Hayley Villa

We could not be more excited to have our good friend, Hayley Villa as our Meet-a-Mom feature this month! Make sure you read till the end to learn more about her son Max’s condition EOE, Max is truly a hero and they are doing amazing things to help find a cure. If you want to learn more and get involved, please visit CURED Foundation.

Blue Moon Perinatal

Blue Moon Perinatal

Tracy Shevell, MD, is founder of Blue Moon Perinatal and has been a High Risk OB-GYN for 16 years. “I chose to do High Risk OBGYN because I was always drawn to the most complex cases, encompassing needs of both mother and baby,” says Dr. Shevell. But over the last five years, she’s noticed  it’s become harder to give moms-to-be and new moms all the attention and support they need and deserve. To fill the gap in care, Dr. Shevell recently launched Blue Moon Perinatal, where she can offer one-on-one sessions to clients as a “bonus doctor” to support them in conjunction with their primary OB-GYN. Her goal is to educate and empower women to advocate for themselves while increasing accessibility and support. We spoke this Dr. Shevell about this amazing new venture:

Meet-A-Mom: Brooke Shields

Meet-A-Mom: Brooke Shields

We were thrilled to chat with Brooke about her amazing outlook on life, aging and motherhood. Plus, details of her new project, Beginning is Now, an online community of women with inspiring, informative content and a digital shop, where you can find chic and comfortable athleisure wear. Don’t miss her on January 27 on Talk Shop Live at 1:30 pm!

Meditation 101

Meditation 101

If there’s ever a time to look for new tools to center yourself, it’s January 2022. Meditation is one of the best tools out there, and not only is it naturally free, but you can do it virtually anywhere. It can even help you be a better, more patient parent. We chatted with our newest contributor Kimberly Snyder, who is a spiritual guide and meditation teacher, founder of the Solluna holistic lifestyle brand and mom of two (Emerson, 5, and Moses, 18 months), about her journey in meditation–and how you can start your own practice.

Meet the Mom behind Modishly Balloons!

Meet the Mom behind Modishly Balloons!

Meet, Pamela Culley, the wonderful mom behind Modishly Balloons. A local balloon design business, creating beautifully unique and fun designs for any and all your events!

Anna Kaiser’s Home Workout Motivation Tips!

Anna Kaiser’s Home Workout Motivation Tips!

Working out at home has always had some advantages—the most obvious being you don’t have to waste any time driving to a gym…or combing your hair. However, motivation can be pretty tough. “What I am hearing from clients is the lack of results, accountability, and personalization that comes with most at-home workouts causes a quick burnout and a habit of hopping from one platform to another,” shares celebrity trainer Anna Kaiser, who founded the Anna Kaiser Studios and has trained Kelly Ripa, Shakira, Alicia Keys, and Sarah Jessica Parker.  “No one is there to hold you accountable for that time so it’s easy not to show up. And we are human! People need people,” adds Anna. We asked this fitness guru  for her best tips for staying motivated while working out at home, including the essentials for a home gym and importance of finding an online community.

Sober Holidays

Sober Holidays

Skipping the booze at Thanksgiving and the parties and family gatherings that follow isn’t always easy—but always worth it if that’s your priority. Whatever your reason—from pregnancy to alcohol dependence to simple preference—for wanting to stay sober, some smart tips can help you be successful. We asked our newest contributor, Melissa Urban, Founder and CEO of Whole30 (and a mom of one!), for the advice she gives to anyone weathering the holidays sans alcohol. Plus, she shares her favorite festive mocktail, below.

Meet A Mom: CEO Rachael Blumenthal

Meet A Mom: CEO Rachael Blumenthal

Anyone else get a bit overwhelmed or maybe just skip back-to-school shopping altogether this year? We’re right there with you, and that’s why we’re partnering with Rockets of Awesome, a mom-founded kids brand that allows you to shop through a subscription service (customized to your child) or simply make a la carte purchases online. All of the clothes are super fun, as unique as our kids, and not cheesy at all. Between the convenience factor and the quality and selection, we love it, and think you will, too. We spoke to Rockets of Awesome Founder and CEO Rachael Blumenthal about her amazing brand, back-to-school picks, being a dual-entrepreneur family (her husband founded Warby Parker) and more.

Meet the Female Entrepreneurs behind Flow Water

Meet the Female Entrepreneurs behind Flow Water

Anyone else feel like staying hydrated is a constant battle? Especially as we head into summer, increasing your water intake is so crucial to your health. But if you’re not great about drinking water (hello, coffee and wine!) you should definitely try our newest obsession—Flow Alkaline Spring Water. Launched in 2015 by Tammy Eckenswiller and her husband Nicholas Reichenbach, this game-changing H20 takes hydration to the next level.

Meet Mandy Lane with Lane Home Design!

Meet Mandy Lane with Lane Home Design!

We are thrilled to have you all meet Mandy Lane, she is basically a sister from another mister and we are so excited to share her Interior Design business, Lane Home Design. We could not recommend her services more, if you are looking for someone with amazing style and precision she is your girl! Learn a little bit more about Mandy below:

Two Board Moms

Two Board Moms

Meet the mama’s behind Two Board Moms: Nia and Devon, sisters-in-law who love to create charcuterie boards, party spreads and dinner platters, with a focus on healthy and whole ingredients, for our family and friends.

Meet Lauren Stack!

Meet Lauren Stack!

We are so excited to introduce you to Lauren Stack today! Most of you may already be familiar with her beautiful, swoon-worthy Instagram feed featuring an incredibly stylish family, gorgeous home and party decor that anyone would want to be invited to, and an all around positive + fun space that keeps you coming back for more! After following Lauren and her eye for design, fashion, and events for some time we just knew we had to get to know Lauren more and share that with you! Make sure you follow Lauren at @laurstack to see what we are talking about!

Meet Kira Sauer from Domaine Design!

Meet Kira Sauer from Domaine Design!

Today we are introducing you to the insanely talented and adorable, Kira Sauer from Domaine Design! Kira has an eye for all things design, decor + fashion! Kira is currently building a custom home in Frisco and takes her followers on her journey of designing the home, where she gets inspiration from, and also all things decor as she goes along. Kira also has the dreamiest house on 30A Beach in Florida that she also treats her followers to, whether it be through her stories or even a giveaway once in a while! If you aren’t already following Kira, make sure you do, you can find her at @domainedesign!

Meet Dr. Bre Haizlip

Meet Dr. Bre Haizlip

Recently, Bre Haizlip (“Dr. Bre”) gave an end of year motivational Zoom talk to the moms of The Local Moms Network. We all loved her down-to-earth advice and her commit to helping woman. For this week’s Meet a Mom interview, we spoke to Dr. Bre about her counseling and teaching career, her activism, some of her favorite mantras, and more. 

The Interior Girl: Katie Cummins

The Interior Girl: Katie Cummins

Tell us a little bit about you! I am an Interior Designer. Coming from a modest background and being the youngest of four girls, I learned very quickly how to turn trash into treasure. I discovered garage sales, flea markets and thrift stores were full of priceless pieces that would make any room tell a story and feel unique. I took this early knowledge and refined it with a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design and became a Registered Interior Designer with the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners. That accompanied with 14 years of industry experience in commercial, corporate, retail and residential design has molded me into the designer I am today.

Thanksgiving for Two by Christina Lane

Thanksgiving for Two by Christina Lane

We are here to perfect our small Thanksgiving For Two game plan! For many reasons, throughout the years, my husband and I have been alone for the holidays. We lived far away from home, plus my husband’s parents are split between the two coasts! Not to ever forget the holidays I had to miss traveling due to being pregnant or with a newborn. Cooking for two is my specialty. I’ve been writing this blog called Dessert for Two for 10 years, and I have written 4 cookbooks all about cooking for two. You have come to the right place for your small Thanksgiving dinner ideas!

Year Cheer!

Year Cheer!

Kathryn Richardson is the founder of YearCheer, a holiday subscription box that each month contains the items that help busy families decorate, connect, and celebrate holidays throughout the year.  Designed for kids age three to tween, YearCheer boxes come with easy decorations, fun activities, games and different surprises each holiday. She calls it “every mom’s secret weapon for creating holiday magic.”

Newest Member of Frisco Area Moms: Rachael Lamont!

Newest Member of Frisco Area Moms: Rachael Lamont!

I am SO excited to be joining Frisco Area Moms! Since becoming a mom four years ago, I wanted to be a part of a community of incredible, strong, and supportive moms and I have definitely found that group within Frisco Area Moms! The community that supports FAM is wonderful and I can’t wait to share this journey of mommyhood with each and every one of you!  I am looking forward to meeting as many moms in our community as possible and making new friends along the way!

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