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2025 LOCAL Summer Camps + Program Guide
Your Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps & Programs – Brought to You by The Morris Bernards Moms! Summer’s just around the corner, and if you’re anything like us, you’re already wondering how to keep the kids entertained (and off the screens) once school’s out....
7 Reasons Why Moms Love Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids
Getting a haircut for your kids can be a chore that moms dread. But when Linda and Scott Sharkey founded Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids over two decades ago, they were determined to make the experience fun for kids and easy for parents. Today, Sharkey’s offers great haircuts...
Holiday Wellness Tips from Anxiety Institute
The holiday season can bring joy, but it can also be stressful for families managing anxiety. Shifts in routines, school pressures, family events, and unexpected challenges may feel overwhelming. With thoughtful planning and effective coping strategies, one can create...
New Year’s Resolutions: 5 Tips To Help You Keep Them
Setting intentions for the New Year, whether it be for health, motherhood, marriage or even work, can be inspiring and help you reach new goals. But keeping them, of course, is the hard part. We turned to two experts, therapist Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW, and Yale...
25 Reasons Your Elf Didn’t Move
Ah, the Elf. A mercurial fellow, he (or she) is apt to get himself into some questionable situations this season. Hanging from the mantle like a tiny daredevil? Taking a bath in rainbow sprinkles? Fishing in a questionably clean potty? There’s nothing...
Sheer Health: A New App That Saves Moms Time & Money
Read our interview with Sheer Health Co-Founders Ben Howard (a dad of three) and Jeff Witten (a dad of two).
New Mom Hack Alert: Evite’s SignUp Sheets!
Planning class parties is one of those mom tasks that feel like work even though you don’t want them to. Plus, they have a nasty habit of sneaking up on you. As we head into the holiday season, two of the party planning moms from The Local Moms Network—CEO Layla...
A Guide to Child-Proofing Your Home, from the Experts at Suburban Furniture
Tall furniture can be a hazard in your home if it isn't secured properly. We partnered with the experts at Suburban Furniture & Mattress to share their guide about how to prevent this by installing an anti-tip kit on your furniture. Imagine being a toddler and...
Your Postpartum Recovery And If Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Is Right For You
We asked the expert, Dr. Tejal Ramaiya of @bodymokshapt “How do you know if pelvic floor physical therapy is right for you?” in our latest article shared here
Fall Lawn Protection from Backyard Bug Busters
Did you know that the fall is still a great time for pest control services? Ticks are still lingering in the damp leaves that your children are making into piles to jump in. Don't worry, we sat down with Anne Reed of Backyard Bug Busters to learn why NOW is the...
Meet Karen Klein, VP of Product at Evite!
The executive and mom shares her story, including what’s new at Evite.
31 Screen-Free Ideas for August!
Thirty ideas – one for each day of this long month – to get you through, sane and (sometimes) offline.
The Local Moms Network Ultimate Baby Guide 2024
With so many baby products on the market, how do you decide what you actually need for your little one? Introducing The Local Moms Network Baby Guide – a trustworthy resource created by experienced moms, for moms. Whether you're a first-time parent or a seasoned pro,...
3 Common Causes of Anxiety in Teenagers
We sat down with Stacy Santacroce, Clinical Director at Anxiety Institute to talk about some of these common causes. Read what she has to say below:
Mom Hack: Moonpig Card for Father’s Day
Father’s Day made simple with Moonpig cards sent right to him.
Mommy & Me Matching: Stars and Stripes Edition
Debut your summer style with these patriotic mommy & me outfits.
Hilltop Christian Nursery School: A Hidden Gem in Morris County
Selecting a preschool can be scary, especially for first time parents. We sat down with Victoria Legacki, Director of Hilltop Christian Nursery School on the importance of play based learning and what sets HCNS apart from other preschools in our area. Read our interview here and be sure to schedule a tour to see if they are the perfect preschool for you and your family.
HealthyBaby: Why Our Moms Are Loving These Safe Baby Products!
We are thrilled to share all about a growing baby brand that is completely shaking things up (for the better):
Pain With Sexual Intercourse And The Role of Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy in Enhancing Intimacy
We chatted with Dr. Tejal Ramaiya of Body Moksha PT in Chatham about pain with sexual intercourse and the role pelvic floor physical therapy has in enhancing intimacy.
Is My Child’s Anxiety “Normal”?
As children enter their preteen and teen years, social pressure and school can become all too overwhelming. As a parent, it's hard to navigate whether this is normal teenage anxiety or something more. We spoke with Daniel Villiers, PhD, President and Founder of...
