Jonathan Adler’s Tips on Work From Home Life
This story was contributed by our new wellness columnist, Michelle Calarco. The pandemic has altered nearly all aspects of our lives, and the way we work is at the top of the list. Remote work has become the norm for a lot of us and for some this may even be a...
10 Things to Do on Earth Day
Earth Day 2021 is Thursday April 22, and all of us at The Local Moms Network love celebrating with our kids—but try to keep it genuinely fun. Depending on the age of your little ones, celebrating Earth Day may be as simple as going for a walk outside in the...
Rainy Day Activities
This rainy day activity from our contributor Maria Provenzano is our favorite type of DIY—it's easy enough to do with kids, but the result is cute enough to give as a gift. You can customize the shapes for any holiday or interest by simply using different silicone...
Meet the Mom Duo Behind Miss O and Friends!
We’ve all heard the saying, “Little kids, little problems…Big kids, big problems.” As our kids move from toddlerhood to school age and into the tween years, self-esteem and safety become primary concerns—especially in the era of social media. So we are thrilled to...
Restaurant Style Caesar Dressing
Need an easy lunch idea for the week? This super simple Restaurant Style Caesar Dressing can be thrown over salad (homemade or bagged) for a quick midday meal. Add grilled or rotisserie chicken strips for protein (or sub in chickpeas for a vegetarian option). And if...
Emma Heming-Willis, Creator of CocoBaba
Before her 12-year-and-counting marriage to actor Bruce Willis, Emma Heming Willis walked the runway as a model for some of the world’s top fashion houses, including Chanel, Valentino and Ralph Lauren. Needless to say, skincare was important to her work—and she has...
The loving bond between grandparents and grandchildren is very unique and special!
The Interplay between the Bond of Grandparents and Grandchildren vs. Parent’s Constitutional Rights under New Jersey Law from our partners, Lyons & Associates, P.C. The loving bond between grandparents and grandchildren is very unique and special....
Book Club interview with Laurie Frankel
Our next “Book Club” interview is with New York Times-bestselling novelist Laurie Frankel, whose latest book, One Two Three, comes out in June. She is best known for her critically acclaimed novel, This is How It Always Is, which follows the journey of a family with...
Meet A Mom Monday: Necole Ganley
Meet A Mom Monday: Necole Ganley Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in town? I was born and raised in Bayonne, NJ. I moved to Jackson NJ with my parents in my teens and I’ve been here ever since. Child(ren) and Age(s)? My...
Meet a Dad: Diary of a Wimpy Kid’s Jeff Kinney
Diary of a Wimpy Kid has sold over 150 million copies, making it one of the bestselling children’s series of all times. Author Jeff Kinney is a verified celebrity in the genre, and was even named one of Time magazine’s Most Influential People. This week, we’re...
Cinnamon Roll Easter Bunnies
Looking for a cute and quick Easter morning breakfast?
Passover Recipe
Need some inspiration for your Passover menu?
Author Susan Verde
Susan Verde is a mom of three who has dedicated her career to teaching kids mindfulness, yoga and happiness
Meet Our Mom of the Week
Mom’s of the week: Beth and Jessica
Potatoes and Eggs
Mama’s Secret Recipe
Meet the Mom Behind Compassionate Counselor!
Today we are so excited to introduce you to Kate Nazario, a mom and Licensed Professional Counselor in NJ. She specializes in providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Parenting Skills, and Maternal Mental Health (postpartum mental health).
Academic Approach
It’s only October, but this has already been a challenging school year for students, parents, and teachers. At Academic Approach, we’re happy to be back in the rhythm of a new school year.
Even as students and teachers work remotely, we continue to offer one-on-one tutoring and school programs that empower students from all backgrounds to increase their scores, skills, and confidence on and beyond standardized tests.
Breast Health During A Pandemic
During these busy, stressful times, it can be really hard to take care of your own health. Our kids’ emotional, educational, physical AND other needs can take up 150 percent of our time. But skipping basic self-care can be counterintuitive.
Mom Hack: Make frozen cookie dough with your leftover Halloween Candy
Now that Halloween is about a week past its due date, you’re probably ready to get your kids’ candy out of the house. There are lots of good places to donate, from shelters to dentists’ offices to the military, but we stumbled upon this smart idea from The Baker Mama and wanted to share it.
Parenting During a Pandemic: A to Z
This essay was contributed by Rachel Perks, PhD, mom of one and author of The Little A-Z: A Companion for First-Time Mothers and Their Partners “You Got This” “We are in this together.” “Stay the course.” These days it is easy to mistake ourselves for extras in a...