Lauren Escobedo
Lauren serves as Beal Media Council member and resource editor. A transplant from New York, Lauren now lives on the border of Collin and Dallas counties with her husband and their two sons. On any given day, you will find Lauren working as a full-time mom, attending classes, storytimes, and yoga with her kids. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys cooking on a budget, crafting with her Cricut, and drinking mocktails with friends. Lauren hopes to support, encourage, and uplift other moms, as her closest friends have done for her.
10 Tips for Flying with a Toddler
Nap time may not happen the day you travel. Screen time may skyrocket. Junk food may be the only food. It's going to be okay, mama. Give yourself some grace, and allow your tot a longer leash.
Homemade Custom Gifts on a Budget with a Cutting Machine
I was laid off at the beginning of the pandemic — only three months before becoming a mother.
My husband would ask: How would you...
Yoga, Meditation, & Mindfulness Tips for Kids
Once upon a time, I was a Preschool Yoga Instructor with YogaTales for Kids. While it felt at times like I was herding cats,...
World Breastfeeding Week :: My Journey So Far
No one told me that breastfeeding would be just as much (if not more) of an odyssey as pregnancy and childbirth.
A Collin County Thrift Store Roundup
Why Thrift Shop?
According to Earth.org, we discard 92 million tons of clothes-related waste each year. That’s a garbage truck full of clothes either incinerated...
Moving to (or Visiting) Collin County? Here Are Our Top 5 Areas to Explore!
Moving somewhere new can be extremely daunting. And showcasing your town to visitors in a way that does it justice can be a ton...
A Collin County Moms Guide to Pride Month
June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities, culture, and experience, and it isn't over yet! Looking for some ways to celebrate...