Blog - South Shore Moms

Our Guide to Postpartum Workouts Around the South Shore

Congratulations! You’re a new mama and now you’re looking for some safe and fun workouts. Check out my Guide to help you get started!

Why Sleepaway Camp is such a Valuable Investment in Your Child’s Future!

For those who grew up going to sleepaway camp, many will say it was one of their most formative life experiences – one where they became more independent, made lifelong friendships, or even just learned to live well with others or make their bed in the morning! For...

Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Around the South Shore

Whether you're rocking your Irish heritage or just putting on a green hat for the day, St. Patrick's Day is the ultimate bash this side of the Emerald Isle! There’s a pot of gold full of family-friendly fun waiting for you! Dive into our fabulous list below and get...

UPDATED: 2025 Guide to Local Summer Camps

Our list of top local camps is here and ready to make an unforgettable summer for your kids!

Cozy Coconut, Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Spiced Soup

Soup season is ramping up, and this Cozy Coconut, Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Spiced Soup is a unique soup that will become a regular on your rotation. “This soup is both light but still tastes so satisfying and creamy (without the cream!). Kids love it because...

Norovirus 101: Symptoms, Prevention & More!

Norovirus. Moms everywhere are hearing a lot about it, and many, unfortunately, are experiencing the full force of it in their own household. Here are 6 things to know about norovirus, from the symptoms to how to prevent it (hint: hand sanitizer just isn’t...

9 New Year’s Eve Cocktails and Mocktails

Cheers to the new year, from our families to yours! And a special toast to you, Moms, for shepherding your herd through it all. Here's a shortlist of New Year's Eve cocktails and mocktails—perfect for the 31st or any time you have something to celebrate. Cocktails...

5 Ways Moms Can 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...

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...

2024 Local Moms Holiday Gift Guide

Holiday shopping is one of those items of the mental load that generally falls on moms, and this 2024 Local Moms Gift Guide is meant to lighten that load. We’ve polled our moms nationwide, asking what they’re giving the men, women, and hosts (and hostesses) in their...

Holiday Gift Guide 2024!

The holiday season is back again! This time of year is filled with excitement, including festive events, dazzling light displays, gatherings with friends, and, of course, shopping! To help ease your to-do list, we've compiled a fantastic selection of gift ideas for...

Where To Find Holiday Lights This Season!

Five Spectacular Light Display for Holidays 2024

Superpower Mentors: A Game-Changing Program for Neurodiverse Kids & Their Parents

Raising a child that is neurodiverse can require some extra tools, and The Local Moms Network is thrilled to partner with an amazing new one that is sure to be a game-changer for neurodiverse kids. Superpower Mentors is a virtual program that partners with families to...

Breastfeeding & Beyond: 7 Breast Pump Essentials

Whether you’re exclusively pumping, heading back to work, looking to boost your supply, build your milk stash, or just want your coparent to give a bottle, pumping can be a great breastfeeding tool—and a major chore. Beyond a great medical grade pump, these seven...