Anyone else dreading packing a lunch again as we head back to school? (Or if you’re homeschooling, making and serving yet another meal at home?) For inspiration, we turned Beau Coffron, the dad of three behind the @lunchboxdad Instagram account and lunchboxdad.com....
Looking for a weeknight dinner that will have your kids asking for seconds? This baked chicken parmesan from Kathleen Ashmore, creator of this recipe and author of the best-selling cookbook Big Bites, is your answer. While traditional chicken parm can be heavy and...
As another school year approaches, you’re probably facing the familiar challenge of finding gear that can keep up with your kid’s busy lifestyle. From bus rides and field trips to sports practice and sleepovers, we’ve curated a collection of stylish...
Choosing a water bottle for your family can be surprisingly complex. Straw or spout? Glass, plastic, or stainless? Screw-on or push-button lid? You get the point. We polled our network of moms across the country for their tried-and-true favorites. The winners have...
Summer should be about creating magical moments in your own backyard—watching your kids chase fireflies, hosting BBQs, or simply enjoying morning coffee on the porch. But this season, protecting your outdoor spaces from pests has become more essential than ever....
To be clear, we have nothing against screens; there is a time and a place for them. As parents, they are a tool in our summer parenting survival kit. But at a certain point in the summer, it can feel like the only tool we have left. Perhaps camp has ended, or friends...
We all know that Moms are basically superheroes, but even superheroes need a break from figuring out what’s for dinner every night. Between chasing kids, juggling work, and answering a million “what’s for dinner?” questions, getting a healthy meal on the table can...
Get ready to soak up the sun in style – everything you need to be Summer Ready is at Van Riper Plaza – especially now that [solidcore] has come to town! Van Riper Plaza is conveniently located in Woodcliff Lake, NJ, and features a thoughtfully curated mix of...
Kirsten Jones is a former D1 athlete and Nike executive, and also a mom of three. As a Sports Parenting Coach for over ten years, she has been guiding parents through the sometimes rocky terrain of youth sports. More recently, she’s shared that same guidance in her...
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...
