Parenting
Taking the “Toxic” Out of Achievement Culture for our Kids
Childhood can feel like a pressure cooker with parents pushing kids too far in academics and sports. Author Jennifer B. Wallace urges parents to take a different approach to ensure kids’ success.
14 Reasons Why I Love You! (Valentine’s idea)
Starting February 1st, put a heart with uplifting words written on it on your child’s door each day until Valentine’s Day.
Paris Hilton’s Mom Era: 6 Reasons We’re Loving It
How the 90s icon is “sliving” motherhood.
6 Steps to Getting Back to Work After Time Off
More moms than ever are looking to get back into the workforce.
5 Smart Strategies for the Sandwich Generation
The Local Moms Network is partnering with LOOP, a virtual community for seniors offering stimulating classes, events and even community
Good Housekeeping Nutritionist Approved Snacks Kids and Moms Will Love!
Stefani Sassos, RD shares Good Housekeeping’s shortlist of healthy snacks.
5 Tips to Make Back to School Easier
Here are 5 tips to help get kids back on a school routine.
How to Use Affirmations to Boost Your Child’s Positive Inner Voive
Niro Feliciano psychotherapist, author of “This Book Won’t Make You Happy” and host of the podcast “All Things Life with Niro Feliciano” offers tips on the importance of positive affirmations.
Tween Tips Part 1: Making Emotional Connections
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Amanda Craig offers tips on how to connect with tweens, as well as how she came about dedicating her life to helping families.
10 Essential Tips for Traveling with Children
Elizabeth Lim of The Local Mom’s Network’s Beach Cities Moms shares her
9 Mom Friends Every Mom Needs
Mom friends are the glue that hold us together when shit hits the fan, and motherhood’s fan is being in a wind tunnel while you’re going 100 mph in a convertible. In other words, you’re going to need some good glue.
Why Damar Hamlin Matters So Much to Moms
We hope this role model and his family feel the support from fans, particularly from Moms. Because we can all see a little bit of Damar, Nina, Mario and his 7-year-old brother Damir, in ourselves
How to Be More Grateful & Happier – and Help Your Kids Do the Same
A new book from Niro Feliciano, LCSW, is a must-read. Here, she shares some ways to boost gratitude in your household, fast.
Homework Time: 6 Tips for a Successful Routine!
Here are six smart tips from educational psychologist Michele Borba, author of Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Other Shine.
Top 5 Lunchbox Tips from Weelicious
Catherine McCord, the talented founder of Weelicious, shares her Top 5 Tips for healthy school lunches
Water Bottle Roundup
With fall routines – and lunchbox packing – around the corner, we rounded up eight great reusable water bottle companies you have to check out.
Advice from Dads of TLMN
Just like moms, Dads are born when their children are, so it takes time and practice to walk confidently in the role. Here’s some of the best advice we gathered from across The Local Moms Network.
Teen Suicide Epidemic
Across the country, teen suicide rates are soaring. We spoke to Today Show psychology contributor Dr. Michele Barba, author of Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons That Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine, about this crucial and timely topic.
Test Taking Tips from Dr. Shey Cunha, Psy.D.
Standardized testing is a stressful time for students, teachers, and parents. We wanted to help parents with practical advice for their test takers. We reached out to Dr. Shey Cunha from Star Psychology, LLC for some tips and suggestions.
Top 10 Family Vacation Ideas for 2022!
Make up for lost time and make some memories in new places, with these picks from Valerie Wilson Travel.