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Meet a Mom: Shameless Actress Emmy Rossum Shares How Fiona Gallagher Inspires Her as a Mom
Emmy Rossum played a complex mother figure in Shameless. Now, she returns to the small screen in Hulu’s Furious, and shares all the details in this week’s Meet a Mom interview.
Sunscreen for Kids: Everything You Need to Know
Sunscreen for kids is one of those necessary evils every parent deals with in summer. Most kids will whine or try to wriggle their way out of it, making it feel like you’re trying to put sunscreen on a wild animal instead of a kid. Plus, trying to decide which sunblocks to use can feel overwhelming – sticks vs sprays, chemical vs mineral, not to mention rash guards, sunglasses, etc. To sort through what you actually need to know this season, we’re sharing the below interview with Lauren Geller, MD, a Westchester, NY-based pediatric dermatologist associated with Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Plus, see below for a Top Ten list of sunscreen brands our moms are loving for their own kids!
Kelly Rutherford on Staying Timeless, Empowering Your Kids, and Finding Flow in Life and Motherhood
Kelly Rutherford became a familiar face on television when she appeared as Lily van der Woodsen on Gossip Girl and Megan Lewis on Melrose Place. But on top of those star turns, she is also a mother of two, a style icon and creator of the new Rose Première Perfume. She...
Grill Like a Girl: 6 Tips for Barbecuing This Summer!
Grilling is often left to the guys, but this summer we’re taking back the grill. Not only is grilling a great time to have a few minutes to yourself, but it’s a fast and convenient way to cook all season long. “The best thing by about grilling is there is minimal...
Our Restorative Escape to Canyon Ranch Lenox
Nestled in the beautiful Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts, Canyon Ranch Lenox offers the perfect blend of serene ambiance, wellness programming, delicious food, and unforgettable experiences. Between the spa treatments, movement classes, mindful talks, and healthy cuisine, our trip felt like a true reset for two busy moms constantly on the go!
Summer Reading for Moms: 9 Books To Read This Summer
As a mom of four, I’ve struggled to find time to read over the years — but I’ve done it. Now that my twins are turning nineteen and my “little guys” are eleven and almost thirteen, I should have more time. But I don’t. As some life stages end, others start. College...
Amazon Prime Day: 4 Reasons It’s Okay to Skip It
Amazon Prime Day is here, and it’s a doozy. For the first time, it’s four days long instead of one (or two, which it used to be). If you’re all about Prime Day (really, Prime Week…), that’s great. But if you aren’t feeling it, we hear you—these are 5 good reasons Prime Day might not be prime time for shopping.
The Local Moms Network Ultimate Baby Guide
Whether you’re a new mom, adding to your family or helping a mom friend out with her registry, the Local Moms Network Baby Guide is here to help. This trustworthy resource isn’t just random; it’s full of tried-and-true products our 100+ nationwide moms have used and...
Meet a Mom: Broadway Actress and Artist Shoba Narayan
Shoba Narayan has appeared on Broadway as Jasmine in Aladdin, and has held roles in Hamilton and Wicked. An accomplished actress and artist, her debut album, Soft Hours, blends Broadway classics, Indian lullabies and more into a calming record both parents and kids...
How To Pack For The Amusement Park
Parents are planners by necessity, but even the most organized mom has arrived somewhere only to realize she forgot that one thing she really needs. Being properly prepared can make or break an entire day, and that’s more true during summer than any time. That’s why...
Local Moms Network Travel Guide! Summer in the Hamptons
Photo courtesy of Clam Bar Alison Morris Roslyn is an author, sommelier, seasoned journalist, breast cancer survivor, and Hamptons enthusiast. Read on for her summer in the Hamptons shortlist for adults: go-to spots for date night, girls' night out, spa days and more....
Meet a Mom: Megan Jett Trottier, Founder of Oh My Mahjong
Megan Jett Trottier, founder of Oh My Mahjong, started playing the game in college but came back to it during the pandemic. How its popularity has grown since then—especially with fellow moms—hasn’t surprised her one bit. “Moms are juggling so much, and this gives you...
Summer Mom Style! 7 Dresses for Under $300
Summer dressing doesn’t get easier than dresses. The dress is the outfit, without any time wasted matching tops and bottoms. These airy styles will take you from work to the playground to dinner, with little more than a change of shoes and jewelry. At this $100 to...
How to Be an Ally to an LGBTQ+ Child
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month, and we wanted to share with our followers how we can best support kids everywhere, and be advocates for them. We asked the advocates at The Trevor Project, a nationwide suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ young...
CP Kids: What I Tell Every Parent Touring Our Infant Room
Madeline Kondub, Director of CP Kids at Chelsea Piers Connecticut, is sharing the questions parents should consider asking when looking for at infant programs for their child.
Top 7 Ways to Prepare Your Child for Their First Dental Cleaning
Regular dental visits are important for long-term oral health. When children begin going to the dentist at an early age, it establishes a foundation for prioritizing oral health that will stay with them into adulthood. Early dental visits also foster a positive...
Easy 4th of July Recipes!
Credit: Freut Cake[/caption] Need some ideas for your Fourth of July menu? These options include something for everyone, from festive cocktails to savory sides. Hope everyone has a happy—and safe—holiday this year. DrinksWatermelon Mojito from Barefoot ContessaBoozy...
Scoliosis in Kids Mythbusters: What Parents Need to Know
Scoliosis is something we all remember being screened for as kids – and now it’s our kids’ turn! If your child’s school nurse or doctor mentioned scoliosis, it can feel scary. Many parents worry they missed something or did something wrong. The truth is, most worries about scoliosis in kids are based on myths. John Stelzer, MD, pediatric orthopedic & spine surgeon, clears them up. We spoke to him LIVE a few weeks ago, and wanted to share more for those who may have missed it!
Meet Dr. Marisa Su, Pediatric Orthopedist with Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital
Get to know one of the new faces in Pediatric Orthopedics at YNHCH.
Meet a Mom: Journalist and Author Fortesa Latifi
Fortesa Latifi is a Los Angeles-based journalist and soon to be mom-of-two. Her new book, Life, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online looks at a hot topic: the child influencer industry. While family social accounts continue to be incredibly popular, cases like Ruby Franke, where a popular mom influencer was arrested for child abuse, have shown the dark side of monetiing children’s social medi precise.
We asked Fortesa about her interesting new book, how she handles social media with her own toddler, and her suggestions for keeping kids safe on social media.