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Roasted Summer Squash
Recipes that are so simple they get committed to memory are a great #momhack. Especially in summer, getting a few healthy weeknight recipes onto the weekly rotation (particularly if they include seasonal produce) can help make meal-planning a snap. Below, Jo,...
5 Ways to Keep your Backyard Safer this Summer!
Summer is officially in full swing, and there’s no fun better than Summer fun! While you’re creating memories in your backyard, you’ll want to keep your family safe. Take the 5 easy steps below now, and you’ll be able to focus on fun for the rest of the season! Take...
What’s Happening this Summer at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk!
Jenkinson’s Boardwalk is one of the premier family destination spots on the Jersey Shore. Located in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk is conveniently located in close proximity to the greater New York City and Philadelphia areas. As one of the most...
Learn More About Becoming a Daisy with The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore!
The Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Daisy Launch program is for four-year-old rising-kindergarten girls who will be entering kindergarten in the fall. As a Daisy, she will learn about honesty, sharing, being helpful, how to be kind to her friends, and most...
Transitioning Into Adulthood – What Parents Need to Know about Adolescence from Atlantic Health
The transition from childhood to adulthood is known as adolescence. It typically begins around age 10 and it’s a time of change for kids – and their parents. If you’re uncertain about how to navigate these crucial years loaded with physical, cognitive, social,...
Spring Mommy & Me Outfits!
“Mommy and Me” fashion has bloomed – and the options are adorable. There’s no shortage of variety, with colors, fabrics, and silhouettes that make it hard to choose just one. Daughters aren’t always game for matching mom, but these styles don’t require much...
9 Spring Cleaning Tips!
As the world renews at this time of year, why not refresh your living space as well? Lindsey Harrison of New Canaan Darien Moms offers nine quick spring cleaning tips and tricks to try at your house. Start today and tackle one task a week or set aside the next week...
Family Day Trips in NJ, NY, and PA!
Looking to add some family fun this spring and summer? Check out our list of day trips to visit in NJ, NY, and PA!
5 Tips for Packing a Lunch with Skout Organic!
Making a lunch for your child to bring to school is one of the most important everyday tasks we do as parents. Our goal? To pack a nutritious meal — fast. Plus, it has to include foods they’ll actually eat – because a lunch can be a 10/10 nutritionally, but if...
Four Simples Steps for a Gorgeous Easter Table
Easter is around the corner, and whether you’re hosting extended family or just creating an intimate brunch for your crew, there are easy ways to make it feel special. Below, the talented duo behind Host to Perfection share four tips to try. Remember: Less is More...
6 Things to Look for in a Tick & Mosquito Spray Company
Spring has finally sprung, and that means plenty of outdoor family time after being cooped up all winter! The only issue? As families return to their yards, so do pests like mosquitos and ticks. To prevent these harmful insects from ruining your season, homeowners are...
Freezer Martinis from Habitual Hostess!
Martinis can be shaken, or stirred, depending on your preference, but one thing's for certain: they're always best served cold. "Freezer martinis ensure this," says Leigh Hansen of Habitual Hostess. You simply pull the prepped martinis out of the fridge 20 minutes...
Meal Planning: Trader Joe’s Edition!
Ask any mother – working woman or stay-at-home mom, contented chef or takeout pro – busy families need meal inspiration. Use the Local Mom’s Network meal-planning guide to get breakfast, lunch and dinner on the table simply and easily. In this installment, we look to...
Why Camp?
Sleepaway camp provides a unique landscape for children to build independence, self-esteem and, most of all, resilience.
Jenkinson’s Boardwalk: NJ’s Premier Family Destination Spot!
Jenkinson's Boardwalk is one of the premier family destination spots on the Jersey Shore. Located in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ, Jenkinson’s Boardwalk is conveniently located in close proximity to the greater New York City and Philadelphia areas. As one of the...
Rainbow Cheesecake Recipe!
We love this colorful cheesecake for St. Patrick's Day, an alternative to a birthday cake or any time you need to mix up a little cheer. It does need to chill overnight, so grab these ingredients below and click through for the full instructions from food blogger and...
Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore: Cultivating Confidence and Kindness!
Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore has a powerful mission: building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. As moms, so many of us have wonderful memories of participating in Girl Scouts.
Realtor Stacey Donadio: Why Listing Your Home Before “Spring” Market Makes Sense
Living by Design…. Why Listing Your Home Before “Spring” Market Makes Sense It’s no secret that the spring market is the busiest time of year for real estate. With the emergence of spring, potential home buyers are out in full force, searching for their dream home. As...
Crunchy Kale Chopped Salad!
A salad you can prep ahead makes weekday lunches or dinners come together quickly. This kale salad from Kathleen Ashmore is served with a super-easy homemade hummus dressing (just combine hummus, olive oil, lemon and salt). Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for...
10 Screen-Free Activities for Winter!
Winter with kids can be tough. Short days and colder weather can keep us inside, and being cooped up too long with small kids can lead to tantrums, messes and other general destruction and mayhem. Around the middle of January is when the sheen of new holiday...