The Lost Husband
If movies have been a favorite distraction for you these days, put The Lost Husband on your download list. Based on the novel by bestselling author Katherine Center, this heartwarming and funny film features Leslie Bibb (a woman rebuilding her life after her husband's...
Meet-A-Mom and Nurse Anesthetist working with COVID Patients – Jennifer Brenner!
Meet-A-Mom of two girls, and Certified Nurse Anesthetist working on the front line with COVID-19 patients.
Porch-raits for a Purpose!
When Birmingham mom Carrie Carlisle Schulze @carrie_carlisle posted an amazingly hilarious photo of her family, depicting life during the COVID-19 Quarantine, I reached out to her the next day, and we both knew we wanted to make something BIG out of it! So Carrie and...
Stylist Clare Pollard’s Quarantine Fashion Favorites!
We reached out to our favorite stylist, Clare Pollard from Pollard Style, to get some advice on how to dress comfortably while at home every day. Clare put together a list of her favorite pieces to incorporate during this time. Don't worry, they are all comfortable...
TinkerTots Boxes- Monthly Activities for Toddlers Delivered to Your Doorstep!
TinkerTots Boxes are the perfect box subscription for your toddler ages 2-5. Each box includes 5 activities that are creative, good for fine motor and cognitive development, and will keep your kiddos busy for hours!
Ways to Spread JOY!!
Many of us are feeling the isolation and lack of connection as we have been home for over a month. There are lots of people who could use some cheering up, so here are ways to spread JOY! These ideas were started by individuals in our community. Give one a try this...
Meet-A-Mom! Dr. Ida Lippincott, OB/GYN
While we are experiencing the COVID-19 Pandemic, all of us moms are seeking new information to protect ourselves and our kiddos. We reached out to our favorite OB/GYN, to find out if there is anything in particular that expecting moms should be doing during this time!...
How to Talk to Kids About School Closure
Recently, we spoke to The Local Moms Network contributor Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW, about how to speak to kids about coronavirus. In the few weeks since then, many schools across the country have closed—some with little notice. Parents may be wondering not only how to...
Preschool Lesson Plans!
I know we all have seen schedule after schedule, and lesson plan after lesson plan! I have two preschoolers at home and one 1st grader, and juggling their NEEDS is a job in itself! Not to mention trying to teach each of them! However, I LOVE the preschool...
How You Can Help Locally During COVID-19
Here are some amazing local groups that are spreading hope and love and kindness in the form of food, supplies, and more. You can help any of these groups from the safety of your home! (FLAG)- FRONT LINE APPRECIATION GROUP OF BLOOMFIELD HILLS AND...
Boosting Your Immune System During This Time
By: Holistic Health Coach and Digestion Specialist Jaclyn Renee Clearly there is a lot of uncertainty in life right now. However, I believe that this epidemic is happening for a very specific reason. As a whole society, we need to collectively slow down. We’ve been...
Virtual Workout Options!
Take a look at the virtual workout options that our local fitness studios are providing!
Virtual Classes to do with your Kids!!!
It is likely you are home for several weeks, and now are wondering what you can do to fill the days with your kids. Virtual classes have popped up everywhere- and are giving kids the opportunity to join from home via Facebook Live, Instagram Live, YouTube, and ZOOM....
5 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About the Coronavirus
Covid-19 (often referred to as "coronavirus") is clearly top of mind for all of us—moms, dads, and, as a result, kids. Even the littlest ears pick up things, and small kids can feel our anxiety as well as notice our actions. Bigger kids and teens, of course, are...
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Links to Keep You Informed
Here are links to stay informed about the Coronavirus- from Gov. Whitmer, Birmingham and Bloomfield Hills Schools, and the CDC. Stay Healthy!
Meet-A-Mom- Andrea Papadopoulos- Supermom of 3 Boys, who does it all!
As the month of March is National Reading Month, there is nobody better to introduce, than Andrea, who is a reading specialist that shares her birthday with Dr. Seuss himself! Andrea lives in Bloomfield Hills with her husband Johnny, and their three boys- James,...
Your Local Summer Day Camp Guide 2020!
Our Ultimate Guide to LOCAL SUMMER DAY CAMPS 2020!
Founder of Saint Jane Beauty
When Casey Georgeson founded SAINT JANE, which launched in January 2019, she had a similar goal to The Local Moms Network—helping other women. “SAINT JANE aspires to help women become their best through thoughtfully sourced, performance-driven formulations,” says the...
Meet-A-Mom, Claire Trainor!
Meet Claire- local mom to two boys, and author of the Children’s book DifFerENT! Read on to learn about her book, her passion, and her mom life!
Your Family Schedule- How to Keep Chaos Controlled
Running a household with kids can feel a lot like herding cats—nobody ever stops moving, and usually in different direction, only stopping every so often for a cuddle. Or maybe it’s more like being a cruise ship director, trying to keep fun going and chaos to a...