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New Year’s Resolutions: Tips on How To 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 Medicine...
Roasted Butternut Squash & Bean Enchiladas
The Deer Valley Resort in Park City, UT, is known for being one of the premiere places to hit the slopes in the United States. Ski magazine has ranked it in the top 3 for over 20 years. But in addition to being known for its amazing downhill action, it’s...
Elf on the Shelf: 5 Easy Tips to Make It Less Stressful and More Fun
Courtesy of Elf on the Shelf To read our interview with the founders of Elf on the Shelf, click here. Like basically everything in parenting, Elf on the Shelf can be a blessing and, well, a curse. The cute little guy (or gal) creates instant opportunities for magical...
5 Simple Steps for a Chic Holiday Party
This story was provided by Contributor Host to Perfection. “Simplicity is the key note of all true elegance” – Coco Chanel The Holidays are upon us; the season is all about getting family and friends together. People look forward to this...
GF Gingerbread Men Cookie Recipe
Melissa d’Arabian has three daughters, and like many of us, baking (and decorating!) cookies is a big part of the holidays. She’s always makes sure to have a recipe ready that’s safe for anyone who is gluten-free, like one of her daughters. Says Melissa, author of...
Traveling with Kids? How to Pack a Perfect Carry-on!
Flying with kids this Winter? For most moms, that means prepping ahead by thoughtfully packing a well-stocked carry-on. Before kids, your carry-on might have typically only held some noise-cancelling headphones, the latest magazines and a book—stuff to pass the time....
Holiday Gift Guide: South Shore Select
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Goldfish Swim: Holiday Packages & FREE Trial Lesson + GIVEAWAY
This holiday season, ditch the hot new toy list and gift a GOLDEN experience with Goldfish Swim School! Being a great swimmer is truly the gift that keeps on giving throughout their entire life. Goldfish Swim School - Rockland's Holiday Gift PackagesGIFT...
Four Seasons Boston Teddy Bear Tea
Four Seasons Hotel Boston is hosting a Teddy Bear Breakfast in partnership with WCVB-TV on December 21st. Tickets are still available for this fun-filled teddy bear theme breakfast! Learn More & Purchase Your Tickets Today!
Giving Back this Holiday Season
You may have heard that volunteering your time or giving a donation can boost your health and happiness. In fact, studies have shown that giving back can be good for you in myriad ways, including: lowering blood pressure, boosting dopamine and oxytocin in the brain,...
Christmas & Hanukkah Books your Kiddos will LOVE!
This story was submitted by contributor Rosemary D’Urso, aka LibraryMom. December is here and that means it’s time to break out the holiday books! Whether filled with a heartwarming storyline, engaging characters, or gorgeous illustrations, each of the stories below...
Holiday Gift Guide
Welcome to The Local Moms Network 2019 Holiday Gift Guide! Before kids, we had all our holiday shopping done by (or shortly after) Thanksgiving. Post-kids? We sometimes find ourselves relying on anything available with overnight shipping, or online gift cards (when...
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A Chat with Actress & Author Rachael MacFarlane
Rachael MacFarlane is best known for voicing key characters on popular animated shows like American Dadand Family Guy (created by her brother Seth MacFarlane). Recently, the mother of two has enjoyed success with her second act—penning two children’s books, Eleanor...
Five Ways to Stay Happy Over the Holidays
This story was contributed by Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW. Ah…the most wonderful time of the year (wink, wink)! More like the most stressful time of year, especially for all of us “making” the holidays—aka moms. Here are some tips to help actually feel lots of moments of joy...
Meet Le Papier Studio
This week’s Meet a Mom is Vana Chupp, Founder and Creative Director of Le Papier Studio, a boutique brand specializing in heirloom products (jewelry, art work and accessories). “Our products celebrate the present moments turning them into heirlooms to be cherished and...
Classic Pumpkin Pie
Kate McDermott, author of Art of the Pie, was a finalist for the prestigious James Beard award for chefs. She’s also mom to Duncan, 32, who started baking with her as a toddler. This classic pumpkin pie is a family favorite for Thanksgiving. Her secret, expert tip? It...
Meet Randi Zinn of Beyond Mom
Randi Zinn’s mission is one close to our hearts—helping moms remember life “Beyond Mom”. This multitasking mom of two is an author (her book, Going Beyond Mom, is a must-read), as well as an expert on the topics of mindfulness and wellness. We spoke to Randi about her...
Fit & Fun Days @ MY GYM
Fit & Fun Days November 5, 2019 - December 17, 2019 Ages 3yrs - 5yrs 11mos Fit & Fun Days are led by two or three experienced My Gym teachers and have two components... FITNESS- Your child will get tons of exercise! This class includes an active warm-up,...
A Better Mac n Cheese from Two Peas and Their Pod!
If your kids are like ours, you have some serious mac ‘n cheese connoisseurs in your house. And as parents, aren’t we always looking to boost the nutrition in dinnertime staples? We’ve been known to stir in some peas, (very finely) chopped spinach, and even pureed...