SPONSORED BY: The Bledsoe family has plenty to celebrate. To start, Sasha Bledsoe and her husband, Eddie, are parents to 1-year-old Isla June — who came out on top in the Gulf Coast Woman Cutest Baby Contest. With 96 votes, the toddler emerged as the overall winner. The proud mom says they entered on a […]
Feeling unkempt when you look in the mirror and see roots and unwaxed brows? You’re in good company; even celebrities have gone weeks without their glam squads. Salons are reopening locally, but if it takes a while to get into your stylist’s chair or you don’t feel comfortable venturing out yet, don’t be discouraged; an […]
Compiled by Jasmine Ball It’s hard to determine what kids can look forward to this summer. Will camps still happen? While some activities are canceled due to the pandemic, other camps plan to open in the days and weeks ahead. Here’s what has been announced so far: OPERATING CAMPS Boys & Girls Clubs of the […]
Let’s face it: No mom is perfect — especially when a pandemic frays our nerves and tests our patience. There’s no magic formula to raising healthy, happy and well-adjusted kids, but most of us would welcome some timely expert advice. No matter where you are in your parenting journey, Gulf Coast Moms Blog and Dr. […]
With travel plans canceled, many Coast residents are seeing the potential in their own backyards. If they must shelter in place, they’re determined to staycation in style. Whether its upgrading patios, putting in a pool or enhancing curb appeal, these local pros say they’ve been busier than ever helping clients create their at-home retreats. POOL […]
Pilot, professor, U.S. Army veteran and nurse anesthetist, Stephanie Parks is a Gulf Coast native whose accomplishments span several fields. Recently, she’s applied her skills and knowledge while serving on a COVID-19 task force in Philadelphia. HOW DID YOU GET INTO YOUR CURRENT LINE OF WORK? I became a nurse in 1996, graduating from The […]
How do you commemorate life’s special moments when gathering isn’t an option? How do you make birthdays fun when children can’t be close to their friends and family or go to their favorite places? If you haven’t had to cancel an event yourself in recent weeks — or seriously rethink your plans — you probably […]
By Jessica Lopez The “summer slide” is usually a worry for teachers and parents alike — and a legitimate one in the age of Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu bingefests. Then 2020 arrived, and all of our concerns were magnified in light of COVID-19. Schools across Mississippi are responding to the pandemic in various ways. […]
THICK HAIR Amber Lord is owner/stylist at Salon Rouge, located in Ocean Springs • Talk with your stylist about adding long layers to help remove some weight and add movement, as thick hair can be very heavy and lose its shape. • Keep your length medium to long to help “weigh down” the hair. Avoid […]
By Ty Moore Becoming an entrepreneur has been a lifelong dream. I started in the fashion industry as a model for various genres, including runway, catalog, commercials and promotions. My eye for fashion grew over the years, and styling became a great way to uplift other women and young girls. Empowering others to feel confident […]
