Top 10 Blog Posts of 2021

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Happy New Year, Mama!

2021 was a year, for sure. And though it was certainly marked by challenges, it also brought many blessings. Babies were born, kids graduated from high school and college, and many of us were able to reconnect with our families and communities after a long season of isolation. We began to travel again, started businesses, and seized opportunities for personal growth. 

Image: Woman sitting and reading on her tablet (Top 10 Blog Posts of 2021 Lynda Lantz Editor Miami Mom Collective)

Here at Miami Mom Collective, we are passionate about encouraging, empowering, and equipping local moms and as we look back on this last year, we are thankful for YOU. Whether you’ve browsed our site, engaged with us on Instagram or Facebook, or attended one of our events, you’ve helped to grow our community and we are so grateful!

So to celebrate, we’ve decided to take a look back at our top 10 blog posts of 2021. Grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and revisit our most popular posts from this last year. We hope you enjoy them!

#10: Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Miami Lakes

Miami Lakes (Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Miami Lakes Jacqueline Jebian Garcia Contributor Miami Mom Collective)

Having lived in Bay Harbor, North Miami Beach, South Beach, Doral, Kendall, Miramar, and on 8th Street, Jacqueline shares why Miami Lakes has been her favorite. 

#9: Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Hialeah

A family making hearts with their hands (Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Hialeah Lorena Lougedo Contributor Miami Mom Collective)

Hialeah is a loving community. There is so much Hispanic diversity and friendly people. We are FAMILIA. We are FAMILY.

#8: Healthy Skin: 7 Foods That Actually Improve It From The Inside Out

A variety of superfoods (Your Skin: 7 Foods That Improve It From The Inside Out Candice Carricarte Contributor Miami Mom Collective)

You may be surprised to learn that you can actually promote healthy skin from the inside with the foods you eat! And nothing says “healthy skin” like a beautiful glowing complexion; and who doesn’t want that?! 

#7: Dr. Bob Unflavored Toothpaste: Sustainable, Fluoridated Cavity Prevention

A little girl brushing her teeth (Dr. Bob Unflavored Toothpaste: Sustainable, Fluoridated Cavity Prevention Lynda Lantz Contributor Miami Mom Collective)

In his expert panel during our Bloom event, Dr. Bob told us that one of the hardest things to get around when it comes to getting a child to use toothpaste is the flavor. This is why he and his wife–who is also a pediatric dentist–have created the first and only US-based unflavored fluoridated toothpaste on the market! 

#6: Affirmations for Beginners: What Are They and How Do You Use Them?

Affirmations for Beginners

Affirmations are statements or phrases that help you gently replace the negative thoughts in your head with more positive ones. Consequently, when you use affirmations to think more positive thoughts, you will manifest more positive outcomes in your life.

#5: 8 Best Workout Apps for Moms: Quick & Efficient Exercises at Home

8 Best Workout Apps for Moms: Quick and Efficient Exercises at Home Zoe Costa Contributor Miami Mom Collective

These 8 workout apps make it very convenient for moms to be able to get fit from home by having access to quick and efficient workout programs. 

#4: Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Cutler Bay

Dianna's kids wearing their MIA KID shirts (Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Cutler Bay Dianna Hill Contributor Miami Mom Collective)

Cutler Bay is a hidden gem. It’s a small community full of hole-in-the-wall restaurants, friendly people, and outdoor activities.

#3: Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Homestead

Fresh vegetables at a local farm stand (Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in Homestead Kristina Fiorentino Contributor Miami Mom Collective)

Homestead is nestled between Biscayne National Park and Everglades National Park and therefore it is home to many nature preserves and parks. It’s also a great place to call home.

#2: Michelle Boggs: A Miami Leader Invested In Our Future

Michelle Boggs: A Miami Leader Invested in our Future Ann Keil Dux Contributor Miami Mom Collective
Courtesy Lifestyle Media Group

Who is Michelle Boggs? She is a fund development powerhouse with a strong work ethic and a deep commitment to her community, particularly family health.

#1: Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in the Upper East Side

The Vagabond Motel (Love Where You Live: Why I Love Living in the Upper East Side Brittany Aquart Contributor Miami Mom Collective)

There’s a lot to love about life in Miami’s Upper East Side, including Biscayne Bay, delicious food, local art, family-friendliness, and its central location.

The opinions expressed in these posts are those of the authors. They do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Miami Mom Collective, its executive team, other contributors to the site, its sponsors or partners, or any organizations the aforementioned might be affiliated with.

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Lynda
Lynda Lantz is originally from Côte d'Ivoire, where she lived until the age of 7 when her family moved to Northern VA. She graduated with a degree in music from George Mason University and went on to work with Cru at four universities in Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Florida. She was living in PA when she met her husband, Steve, on eHarmony and moved to Miami in 2011 just a few days after their wedding. Shortly before becoming SAHM, she was employed as an adoption caseworker and worked part-time with Cru at UM, and later Johnson & Wales University. Since then, she's been heavily involved in BSF which allows her to build relationships, pursue personal growth and develop leadership skills. She loves working with Miami Mom Collective and introducing people to this city she's come to call home, where she lives with her husband and two children. Connect with Lynda @mybalantzedlife on Instagram.