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Signs You’re Done Having Kids
Along with the decision to have a child, the decision to stop having kids is one of the biggest a couple can make. And like all important choices, it’s not always clear cut. “I think it is more difficult for some couples because of expectations or previous plans, as...
Coronavirus: How to Protect Your Family
Coronavirus. We’ve all been hearing about it—and seeing some pretty dramatic images and stats in the news—but what exactly is it, and how concerned should we actually be?By definition, a coronavirus is common virus that causes relatively harmless cold...
How To: Keep the Family Schedule Chaos in Control
Running a household with kids can feel a lot like herding animals—nobody ever stops moving, and usually always in different directions. Sticking to a schedule will lower stress and prevent meltdowns - for kids and moms alike. Here are some smart tips from Megan...
The Wellness Benefits of Wine
Before we get started, let’s be clear–no doctor, researcher, or wellness expert of any kind would argue that heavy drinking is good for anyone. And moms have to be particularly careful when and how much we drink, from the obvious (keeping kiddos safe) to the...
Pink Hot Chocolate Sticks
Need a festive, easy recipe that the kids will love for Valentine’s Day? Try these Valentine’s Day Pink Hot Chocolate sticks! There are only 2 ingredients… and they’re super simple! Ingredients: pink melt-able chips, festive sprinkles, festive sticks (bows are...
Meet The Team Behind Stryke Club Skincare
Like many of our favorite products, Stryke Club was founded by moms—four of them. They all have their own unique professional backgrounds—Nicole Brooks is a family therapist; Sheilagh Maguiness, MD, is a pediatric dermatologist; Darci Rosenblum is a product...
Chocolate Treats For Mom & Kids
In honor of Valentine’s day, TSSM has two popular chocolate dessert recipes thanks to Naturally Lara! All of Lara's recipes are vegan, gluten-free, and refined-sugar free! Below you'll find one recipe just for you mamas and another for your kiddos. Take...
Meet The Staff: Goldfish Swim School Rockland
Meet some of the Goldfish Swim Staff & Be sure to visit them in Rockland and say hello! Name: Molly Mclellan Joined Goldfish Family: September 2018 Finish the sentence: Swimming is...AWESOME! What do you love...
No Candy? No Problem! Cute Valentine’s Day Ideas
Candy and cards are a classic combo for class Valentine’s gifts, but with more school’s broadening food bans (from peanuts to wheat to, in some cases, all sweets), non-food related choices can be a safer bet. Even if your school is still cool with candy, other parents...
Valentine’s Day Crafts
This story was provided by Maria Provenzano, Lifestyle + DIY Expert of Hallmark’s Home and Family and founder of From Scratch. Searching for some creative and fun ways to celebrate Valentine’s with your little ones this year? Well, as a self-appointed Valentine’s...
Valentine’s Day Traditions
Starting a new tradition with my little ones this Valentine's Day! Heart Notes As they wake up, they will find a new heart with something I love about them. I would love to see your heart notes this week! Make sure to tag @thesouthshoremoms on Instagram to share the...
Meet the Mom Behind Dune Jewelry
Meet Holly Daniels Christensen, the Founder & CEO of Dune Jewelry, which is a unique, “Experiential Jewelry” brand. “We use sand and natural elements from thousands of locations around the world to create jewelry that holds your personal experiences…tangible...
Superbowl 2020: Crafts
Whether your kids are into football or not, having something to keep them occupied during the big game is a must. All the adults will then be able to enjoy the action on the field (not to mention the commercials and the very anticipated half time show!). Check out 4...
Covering the Crown & More with Royal Expert Diane Clehane
Besides Brad and Jen’s recent reunion at the SAG Awards, the biggest story in the celebrity news cycle is Prince Harry and Meghan Markle effectively relinquishing their official royal status and moving to Canada. And nobody is more entrenched in the story than Diane...
How Not to Hate Your Husband: Five Things To Do Everyday
First comes love. Then comes marriage. Then comes baby….and hating your husband? Doesn’t sound too romantic, but we can all agree that new factors like exhaustion, lack of personal time and mom guilt aren’t exactly aphrodisiacs - and we haven’t even...
No Sitter? No Problem.
A regular date night out is a great thing, if you can make it happen. As any good therapist (or Instagram meme…) would say, the foundation of your family started with your relationship, so keeping it strong will benefit everyone. But date nights can be tricky to plan...
Post Baby Pelvic Health 101
This post was provided by Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT After giving birth, your new bundle will naturally be your top priority. But as they say on airplanes, you need to put your oxygen mask on first. It’s vital to consider your own postpartum care, even though your...
Chicken Sausage with Broccoli Pasta
` For us, a perfect weeknight dinner has three components—it’s fast, something that the whole family will enjoy, and incorporates some healthy ingredients. This Chicken Sausage with Broccoli Pasta, created by Mike Geller, a father of two young boys who owns...
2020 Food Trends
This story was provided by Contributor Shilpa Rosenberry of Scouted Food. 2019 brought us a fair share of innovative food trends – we saw cauliflower chicken tenders, plant-based varieties of jerky and CBD infused food and drinks. So what can you expect to see...
Holiday Sangria
Holiday entertaining can be equal parts joyful and stressful. You may have a house full of guests, a to-do list a mile long and any time you’re hosting (whether it’s New Year’s Eve or a regular dinner party), you’re pulled between getting the meal and drinks ready and...