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Gardening with Kids: Fun Ideas for All Ages!

Spring is finally here, and we couldn’t be happier to be shaking off the winter doldrums and getting outside again. Since we’re planning on still spending more time at home this spring and summer, gardening is at the top of our list. We found a fantastic new book,...

DIY Thanksgiving Balloon Parade!

This DIY Thanksgiving Day Balloon Parade from The Local Moms Network contributor Maria Provenzano is perfect for anyone swapping their traditional parade tradition for more social distance-friendly activities this year! DIY Thanksgiving Day Balloon Parade ...

Meet a Mom- Lauren Schaff, Chicago Mom and Realtor!

Fun fact, we have lived in 6 homes in the last 8 years and bought and sold 3 in that time (yes, that IS crazy). I’m obsessed with living spaces and on a constant search for the perfect fit, so I follow a lot of real estate feeds on Instagram. That’s how I stumbled...

Sangria Two Ways! Fill a pitcher and share with neighbors!

Cheers to us, Moms! Today we are sharing two fruit-infused sangria cocktails (easily made into a mocktail for anyone not drinking by skipping the wine) from expert mixologist Kim Haasarud of Liquid Architecture and author of the 101 Cocktail book series, including...

Wine Wednesday with Rose’ on Tuesday!

With temperatures on the rise, more sunny days in the forecast, and kids 100% home for what seems like a never ending amount of time, Rose’ is sure to be flowing this season! I love the light, refreshing idea of Rose’, but I’m completely clueless what to buy when...

Tips on Tuesday: DO have professional family photos taken!

My tip this week comes from learning the hard way that everyone should have professional photographs taken of your family- with you actually in them! My kids are tough to wrangle. They’ve been energetic and “spirited” since birth. My parents would probably say that...