My goal for Coastal Mom is to bring my experience and expertise of researching and trying products for what I need in my life, becoming a trusted resource for other moms and dads, so you spend less time researching, and more time having fun and being around for your family - kids, partner, parents or otherwise. I also want to create a community where folks can visit my site, follow my social posts and engage with a real-life person behind the account, giving real-life recommendations, and even maybe helping to solve some real-life problems along the way. The products and brands I feature on my site have either been purchased by me or a close friend or family, so I can feel confident making a recommendation.
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Welcome to Coastal Mom!
My name is Carissa and I am the founder of Coastal Mom. I am a native Floridian (they make those?) and live in the Tampa Bay area with my husband and 2 boys. I accept and love all things Florida - the sun, the sand, the heat, and the alligators (don’t worry, they mostly keep to themselves!).
I love all things outdoors, watching my kids play baseball and soccer, and snuggling with my dog and my cat. At 40-something years young, I am learning to embrace getting older and wiser, as well as doing things to maintain my strength and health.