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Two things we’re loving right now—food boards and salads. We’ve been sort of obsessed with the gorgeous boards created by The BakerMama for awhile now.

Meet a Mom: Nicolette Skerratt, Twisted Craft Cocktails

Just starting her small business in 2020 – in the middle of a pandemic – Nicolette and her Twisted Craft Cocktail mixes can be found at numerous locations around the state. This busy mom is involved in each part of the process and her eye for detail is evident in the delicious mixers she makes.

Mother’s Day Weekend Roundup

It is Mother’s Day weekend! Check out our list of socially distanced and virtual activities for your family this weekend! More things to do on the ELAMom’s local event calendar. And Happy Mother’s Day 🙂

Today is Cinco de Mayo and Also a Day to Share a List

It is Cinco de Mayo and we learned a little history. We also asked a few ELAMom followers for some help on a list and here is what they found.

Local Community Continues to Rally Around Area Family…

An update on a story we shared last week. A tragic loss for an area family and how the community continues to rally support.

Meet a Mom: Ellie Wong, Holiday Lansing Parlor

After seven years working as a stylist and color specialist in the Greater Lansing area, Ellie opened The Holiday. An upscale, boho style salon in Lansing’s historic Westside Neighborhood! And when you leave her salon chair, you will understand exactly why she is called Lansing’s very own “hype girl! Ellie balances all of this while being a wife and a mom to four gorgeous girls!

Weekend Roundup

It is the weekend! Check out our list of socially distanced and virtual activities for your family this weekend! More things to do on the ELAMom’s local event calendar.

Epic Hamburger Board by the Reluctant Entertainer

A great idea when hamburgers are for dinner. Everything is ready and they build it the way they like it!

Meet a Mom: Kayla Klug, The Minted Grove

Kayla is a wife, mom of 3, works full time and runs her successful, side hustle-The Minted Grove! And her sense of humor is what is so refreshing. Her Instagram stories will have you laughing out loud! Her hand painted and unique doormats have been featured on Buzzfeed, CNN and Ellen!

Weekend Roundup

It is the weekend and we found both socially distanced and virtual options things to do. Check out our list of socially distanced and virtual activities for your family this weekend!

Where to Recycle That: Lansing-Area Edition. Plus recycling tips from a local Marine Biologist for Earth Day

The first Earth Day came about in 1970 when a young Senator named Gaylord Nelson believed that educating people about our environment could help save it. This was a time before the EPA, Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act and so many other institutions designed to preserve...

Wellness Wednesday – CocoBaba Vegan Skin Care Products

Emma Heming Willis: Her Skincare Launch, Pandemic Silver Linings, Blended Family & More!

An Easy No-Cook Recipe That is Bursting With Spring Flavors!

A springy salad with simple in mind shared by The Local Moms Network contributor, CatwithaK Cooks.

Meet a Mom: Brittani Hall, Simply Love

You may remember our feature of the local organization, Simply Love. We wanted to meet the remarkable mom who brought the organization to life---Brittani Hall. Brittani has a heart of gold and is doing fantastic, selfless things in our community! In between her busy...

Entitled Housewife: Comedian Becky Robinson on her Hilarious Character!

Motherhood is tough! Becky Robinson is making us laugh with her funny character The Entitled Housewife.

Weekend Roundup

It is the weekend and we found both socially distanced and virtual options things to do. Check out our list of socially distanced and virtual activities for your family this weekend!

Smoothies and a Recipe Contest, Yes!