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Take A Closer Look At South Shore YMCA Outdoor Aquatic Center
We hear this a lot, but we really cannot believe it’s already fall! It seems like school just got out, and pools just opened! But here we are, a new school year and 6 months of winter awaits. But really, how was your summer? One thing that made our summer...
Meet a Mom: Emily Copeman, Owner of the Salty Daughter
Happy Monday, South Shore! We are SO excited to introduce you all to local mama and owner of the beautiful Salty Daughter in Nantasket, Emily Copeman! Emily was born and raised in the south shore and all of her hard work on the Salty Daughter will be featured...
Q&A with Mom Rage Author Minna Dubin
Author Minna Rubin In April 2020, writer Minna Dubin penned an essay for the New York Times, “The Rage Mothers Don’t Talk About”. It quickly went viral, with the message resonating clearly with mothers parenting under the initial pandemic lockdown. “The...
Mary Jane Shoes: The Fall Trend Moms are Loving!
Mary Janes are the latest vestige of the 90s to have a 2023 moment, and moms are sporting them everywhere from drop-off to date night. “They’re a great way to update your shoe wardrobe this fall without sacrificing comfort,” says fashion contributor...
5 Ways to Center Yourself for the School Year
Heading back to school after a fun summer can be a bummer for kids, and the transition can also put a huge burden on parents. “Moms may struggle with the invisible labor involved in getting everyone settled—things like getting the kids to doctors appointments...
Indulge In Luxury For Less With Quince!
Let us introduce you to our new obsession (and for several good reasons!) Quince believes that luxurious, well-made products should be accessible to everyone. Their mission is simple — they create really high-quality essentials for really low prices. Their commitment...
Go Back To School With Feast & Fettle And Get $100 OFF!
It’s (almost) back to school time! At TSSM, we also like to call this Mom’s New Year. It’s a new season of school, sports, activities AND our favorite stressor…schedules! Sometimes we eat at a normal hour at the dinner table, and sometimes we take our dinners to go on...
Easy Weeknight Recipe: Marinated Mediterranean Chicken
As we turn the corner on summer and head back to school, easy weeknight recipes become even more important than ever. Marinade recipes, like this one from Layla Lisiewski, CEO and co-founder of The Local Moms Network, are a true timesaver. “I use surgical gloves for...
Meet a Mom: Caitlin Murray of Big Time Adulting!
Caitlin Murray of Big Time Adulting has 1 million followers on Instagram, a popular podcast and coined an iconic self-care catch phrase for moms: “get yourself a snack”. But her foray into social media started at a tough time in her life. “When I was pregnant...
6 Endless Summer Cocktails
There are a few more weeks till Fall (September 23 if you’re counting), so enjoy all the in-season August produce—from juicy peaches and mango to sweet corn and blackberries—you can. One refreshing way to enjoy the rest of summer? Cocktails infused with these flavors....
Meet Jennifer Powell, RN!
Hey, Mamas! Hope you had an amazing weekend and off to a fabulous last week of July! Today is Meet A Mom Monday and we are so excited to introduce you to South Shore Mama and business owner, Jennifer Powell, RN of Powell Studios in Hanover! Powell Studio is the South...
‘Alohilani Resort: Hawaii for Families
Premier Ocean Front Room View Planning a trip to Hawaii? The ‘Alohilani Resort in Waikiki is a *perfect* choice for families, with tons of activities for the kids, top-notch restaurants and above and beyond service that help parents feel like they’re on...
Easy Mini Lobster Rolls
Summer can feel fleeting, but making a few classic summer dishes can create memories that last well after fall. One of the classics? Lobster rolls. This version from Leigh and Alston, the moms behind Habitual Hostess, are miniature, so perfect for bringing to a...
Mexican Street Corn Salad!
Kathleen Ashmore’s Mexican Street Corn Salad This Mexican Street Corn Salad is a crowd-pleaser for any summer barbecue. It lasts in the fridge for a few days, so make extra on the weekend for easy weekday lunches. Can’t find cotija cheese in your local...
Lyme Disease: What Parents Should Know
May is National Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and for families that live in areas where Lyme is prominent, it’s a top concern for Spring and Summer. The good news? Preventing Lyme disease is relatively straightforward. “The best way to prevent Lyme disease is to avoid...
Chic Cover-Ups for Summer
When it comes to making your beach or poolside outfit perfect, a cover-up completes the look. Fashion Contributor Kristin Koch, Editor-in-Chief of Seventeen magazine and the mom of three behind Closetful of Clothes says cover-ups are not only pretty, but versatile...
Summer Recipe Round-Up!
Summer is around the corner and the seasonal shortlist of recipes below will take you from Memorial Day to Labor Day. From potlucks to backyard barbecues, there’s something for everyone. Most include fresh, colorful and in-season produce, are simple to double...
Roasted Summer Squash & Zucchini with Goat Cheese
Recipes that are so simple they get committed to memory are a great #momhack. Especially in summer, getting a few healthy weeknight recipes onto the weekly rotation (particularly if they include seasonal produce) can help make meal-planning a snap. Below, Jo,...
Meet Jill Koziol of Motherly
Eight years ago, Jill Koziol, along with cofounder Liz Tenety, launched Motherly, a comprehensive parenting education platform aimed at millennial moms. Previously, Jill invented and brought an innovative parenting device, HoneyBee Child SwingEase, to market; it...
Meet a Founder, As Seen in the Fair Play Documentary, Emily A. Hay of Hay There Social Media
Without a doubt, social media has changed the way people communicate, helped brands grow and businesses market themselves. While it’s nice to be active online in their personal life to keep in touch with friends, it’s crucial for moms who are considering the next...