PARENT LIFE
Chic Holiday Party: 5 Simple Steps
Planning that perfect party can be overwhelming and stressful! We hope that these five steps to a chic Holiday Party can help you this season.
5 Ways To Beat Holiday Anxiety
Stressed about the holidays? We’ve partnered with Cindy Priest Entrekin, Licensed Professional Counselor, to learn about her 5 ways to beat the stress and own the holidays this year!
My Top 5 Reasons Life Time is a Total Game Changer
What is one of the biggest reasons you don’t get to workout enough? Time? Distance? For me, it’s what do I do with my children? I have three kids under four and finding someone to watch them while squeeze in a pilates class or quick run on the treadmill never...
Jane Goodell & A Lifetime of Sundays
Jane Skinner Goodell ’s latest project, A Lifetime of Sundays, looks at the lives of franchise owners Virginia Halas McCaskey (Chicago Bears), Martha Ford (Detroit Lions), Patricia Rooney (Pittsburgh Steelers), and Norma Hunt (Kansas City Chiefs). Fans get a glimpse into the lives of these intensely private women whose lives are as intertwined in football as any player.
How to Talk to Kids About Gun Violence in Schools
We spoke to psychotherapist Nancy Kislin, author of the new book, Lockdown: Talking To Your Kids About School Violence, about ways to address this important issue.
Private Adoption in New Jersey
Adoption can be a confusing and emotional process, but our partners, Lyons & Associates break down the basics of private adoption in NJ.
Baby #3: How I’m Preparing My Kids
Learn how we worked with our to “bigs” to prepare for the arrival of our sweet little girl.
JuJuBe: What to Know About These Stylish & Functional Bags!
This back-to-school season, our moms are turning to our new partner JuJuBe for backpacks, totes, lunch bags and more!
The Cottage School Open House in Gladstone & Mendham!
Join us September 6th at The Cottage School!
Back to School Prep: How to Get Ahead on Sundays
One of the Founders of The Local Moms Network, our parent company, was interviewed by Fox61 about prepping for her week.
6 Tips on Getting Kids Emotionally Ready for the School Year
Getting our children emotionally ready for school entails getting our children to a place where they are open, willing, and able to try. They have a general feeling that “I can handle this.” Because children grow through relationships, these tips all filling up your child’s “connection cup,” helping them feel emotionally ready for school.
College Admission Special: Part 2
Welcome to Part 2 of our College Admission series! We feature 8 smart tips from some of the nations top industry experts on how to help your child get into their dream school!
College Admission Special: Part 1
Whether your kid is entering preschool or his senior year this September, we’ve all heard about the massive college admissions scandal in order to ensure their children’s admission to some of the nation’s top schools. In response to this news and the importance of this topic to our Moms, the Local Moms Network is publishing a two-part series on college admissions! This is Part 1.
How to Prepare Your Finances for Divorce
Going through a divorce can be confusing and overwhelming. Let our friends Lyons & Associates, P.C. help you navigate this process with these great tips on how to be properly prepared.
Keeping Childcare Close to Home with an Au Pair
Childcare is one of the most challenging and significant decisions a family can make. As parents, we want a stable, yet flexible option that will also provide our kids with a nurturing, loving and enriching environment they’ll enjoy. It’s a tall order! This month, we decided to explore a lesser-known—but increasingly-popular—childcare option that families across the United States have been utilizing for over thirty years: Hosting an au pair!
Mac & Mia: High-Quality Kids Clothes, Delivered to Your Door
Learn about this mom-founded brand and save your self a trip to the mall!
Where Designer Chris Roughan Shops for Holiday Décor
Chris Roughan of Roughan Interiors is well-known in Greenwich, New York City, Palm Beach and beyond for her warm and sophisticated style. Since 1994, she has focused on carefully listening to clients to create spaces they truly love to live in. “Every interior should be functional while remaining aesthetically purposeful and elegant,”
Paper Greats: Pretty Paper Goods That Will Give You Back Time
As moms, disposable paper goods (particularly in the hazy first post-partum weeks or when hosting family for the holidays) can be a lifesaver. But, we also don’t want to feel like we’re trashing the earth that our kids will inherit or “giving up” and not making meal time special. That’s where Paper Greats is, well, great.
The Elf on The Shelf Interview: Behind The Book & Brand
Anyone else taking on Elf on the Shelf moving responsibilities this time of year?
How to Talk with Your Child About Emergency Response Drills in School
The increase of school-based violence, especially shootings, has caused the topic to become a part of the school/community fabric. How do we speak with our children to keep them safe while they spend approximately 3060 hours of their lives within school?
