Sleep Better Tonight!
What parent doesn’t want a more restful night’s sleep? And yet many of us are struggling to fall and stay asleep. There are quite a few common misconceptions that could be messing with your sleep. To get to the bottom of them, we talked to Dr. Rebecca Robbins, Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Associate Scientist at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and co-author of Sleep for Success!
6 Steps for Getting Back to Work After Having Time Off
Moms who leave their jobs to be with their kids have always been faced with a challenge, if and when they decide to go back to work. And in the last two years, the pandemic has forced more moms than ever before to leave their jobs to prioritize their families. By some estimates, the number hovers around 1 million moms being impacted. So that leaves more moms looking to the future, deciding what they want (and need) to do, and applying for jobs with a gap on their resume.
Chicken Salad with Apples & Almonds!
Chicken Salad is a go to meal prep idea for getting weekday lunches ready on a Sunday! This version has a slight sweetness from granny smith apple and lots of crunch,” says recipe creator and The Local Moms Network contributor Kathleen Ashmore. Maybe the best part? It uses rotisserie chicken to save time!
Meet-a-Mom: Soccer Star, Alex Morgan!
In 2009, Alex Morgan joined the US Women’s soccer team, making history as the team’s youngest player, at just 22. Today, at 32, she’s a three-time Olympian, having taken home gold in London in 2012 and bronze this past summer in Tokyo. But 17 months ago she added a different role—Mom—to her impressive resume, when she gave birth to daughter Charlie. We spoke to Alex about how becoming a mother has influenced her career, her thoughts on raising an athlete (and her Fun Comes First campaign with GoGo squeeZ), her commit to gender equality in sports, and more.
Halloween Boards from the Baker Mama
Halloween is almost here and we are sharing an amazing last-minute, festive board from The BakerMama, which incorporates much needed vegetables into an adorable design.
Breast Cancer Awareness!
During these busy, stressful times, it can be really hard to take care of your own health. But self-care won’t only make you a better, calmer mom—it could save your life.
Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
If you loved the Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies we recently shared, you have to try this Pumpkin version!
Fall to Winter Mom Uniform Pieces
Moms don’t have time to try on a million different things or peruse Pinterest and Instagram for outfit inspiration. There is no time to debate if a shirt is flattering or goes with those pants. That’s why this mom loves to rely on a uniform that can be tossed on and will look put-together without stressing or trying on a million things.
Easy Pumpkin Chili Recipe
This pumpkin chili recipe from Chef Debra Ponzek is a classic fall dish, full of seasonal flavors like pumpkin and butternut squash. Like all chilis, it’s versatile and can be made ahead and frozen, making it a go-to for busy autumn nights.
Meet Maraleen!
Meet Maraleen! Mom of two running for Lehigh County Judge. She is the only woman left in the race and would make history as the first African American and Spanish speaking judge.
Spiced Mulled Wine
Deb Ponzek is a mom, chef/restauranteur and author of several popular cookbooks including The Dinner Survival Cookbook and The Family Kitchen. This week she’s sharing her go-to fall cocktail for entertaining—an easy mulled wine perfect for sharing with neighbors on Halloween or enjoying by the fire pit with friends.
Family Game Night Is Our Thing
Family Game Night started as a way to bring fun and learning into our home with our first child and has turned into a weekly tradition. Games are one of the ways we can all come together and have a great time.
Amazing Autumn Adventures at Blue Mountain Resort
AMAZING AUTUMN ADVENTURES AT BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT Including Oktoberfest 2021 Celebration, Monsterball Bash and Night Time Zip & Climb PALMERTON, Penn. – Blue Mountain Resort, located along the Kittatinny Ridge in the foothills of the scenic Pocono Mountains...
Meet Rosemary D’Urso of Library Mom!
Rosemary D’Urso, also known as the “Library Mom,” has been The Local Mom Network’s go-to resource for fantastic book recommendations (for both kids as well as moms) for the past few years. From books to read to toddlers to summer reading picks, she never misses. We’re thrilled to be featuring Rosemary as week’s Meet a Mom! We chatted with her about finding her niche with Library Mom, motivating reluctant readers, and more.
Filet Sandwich with Horseradish
This filet sandwich is a Fall crowd-pleaser, ready for football Sunday or any time you’re making food for a group.
Spooky Non-Candy Halloween Treats!
Looking for some candy-free options for Halloween this year? Whether your child’s school doesn’t allow candy, you want to offer kids (and parents) a healthier option or want to participate in the Teal Pumpkin Project (allergy-free options in a blue pumpkin), we have you covered.
Spooky Snack Mix!
Halloween is almost here and we’re adding this Spooky Snack Mix from The BakerMama to our shortlist of fun treats to make.
Halloween Books for Kids
It’s the season of ghosts and goblins and we are thrilled to share our list of brand-new picture books along with some timeless favorites that are perfect for getting children excited for Halloween! We hope you enjoy these spooktacular booooks as much as we do!
October Book Club Pick: Chandler Baker’s The Husbands
Our October Book Club pick is The Husbands, by Chandler Baker. This smart sophomore novel has been referred to as a feminist twist on the Stepford Wives.
College Applications
Applying to college has never been easy, but over the past 20 years, it has become more competitive than ever. De. Aviva Legatt, admission offer in the Ivy League, shares how to stand out.
