Parenting

Motherhood isn’t black and white, and every day of motherhood reveals this. You can be a successful mother, partner and woman in a rainbow of ways. Here’s what we know: You are a Rockstar new mom for birthing a child whether you have an unmedicated birth or order your...

  Moms do everything in their power to protect their families and keep them healthy. With kids back in school and involved in extracurricular activities and with sports ramping up for spring, it’s important to be informed about a serious public health crisis that...

If you are asking yourself this question, you are not alone! As parents, it’s our natural inclination to worry about our kids’ cognitive, social, and emotional development. For many children, learning difficulties are temporary and might improve after a few months. If...

  Norovirus. Moms everywhere are hearing a lot about it, and many, unfortunately, are experiencing the full force of it in their own household. Here are 6 things to know about norovirus, from the symptoms to how to prevent it (hint: hand sanitizer just isn’t...

Why “Worry Shmurray” is Different “Worry Shmurray” is a welcoming skill-building group where kids learn to handle worries like pros with humor, tools, and support. We believe learning about anxiety doesn’t have to feel heavy or boring- doesn’t the anxiety feel too...

New moms, moms with young babies, join us for dinner and drinks while we cover baby basics and beyond with top pediatrician Dr. Alexander O’Dell. Not only will we get the best health information for our little ones but you’ll be able to connect with other moms in the...

Planning class parties is one of those mom tasks that feel like work even though you don’t want them to. Plus, they have a nasty habit of sneaking up on you. As we head into the holiday season, two of the party planning moms from The Local Moms Network—CEO Layla...

The Therapy SPOT was founded in 2014 with the goal to create a space where child led therapy was the norm, at a time when that wasn’t happening in most spaces. Our vision is to have a place our patients can return to again and again across their lifespan for any of...

Credit: Alexandra Blair Photography   This story was contributed by Harvey Karp, M.D.  For so many kids, back-to-school season is full of excitement! They get to pick out a new lunchbox or backpack, see old friends, play at recess, and return to a more...

Bloomfield Center for Psychology & Wellness Founder: Lora Imsaiah, M.A. LLP Meet Lora, a dedicated psychologist with a passion for supporting the well-being of individuals of all ages. Her journey began with a love for working with children, and over the years,...

Recently, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy announced plans to recommend warning labels for social media similar to cigarette and alcohol ones. He told NPR that the warnings would bring awareness of the risks and hopefully deter young users, but that was only part of...

With so many baby products on the market, how do you decide what you actually need for your little one? Introducing The Local Moms Network Baby Guide – a trustworthy resource created by experienced moms, for moms. Whether you’re a first-time parent or a seasoned pro,...

Parents hear and talk a lot about the pitfalls of raising teenagers—particularly teenage girls. And while that awareness is crucial, parents can be left wondering “What now?” Enter the groundbreaking new book by Chelsey Goodan, UNDERESTIMATED: The Wisdom and Power of...

Getting your home and nursery ready is one of the biggest “nesting” projects you’ll complete as a new mom – and then second time mom, and so on. But buying a big glider for every room in your house isn’t logical, or economical. That’s where our favorite new mom...

Lice. Just the word is enough to make your head start itching. If you’ve got kids in school, though, there’s a pretty good chance you’ll be exposed at some point, and if you’re unlucky, your kids will bring the pests home. To be prepared if and when that does...

Life with a toddler is messy enough without constant spills from flimsy sippy cups. That’s why having quality sippy cups and water bottles is crucial. We’ve rounded up our top 5 picks that check all the boxes – they’re spill-proof, insulated, easy to hold and designed...

Our kids have gotten very good at handling a barrage of pressures; they’re likely overscheduled and grinding out their studies and extra curricular with high expectations for now and the future. But the added pressure (from us, schools and our kids themselves) can put...