city kids | Chicago Moms Network

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...

Memorial Day Idea: Hot Dog Bar!

    Besides ice cream, there are few foods that scream “summer” more than hot dogs, right? So on this summer kick-off weekend, we wanted to share this adorable hot dog bar from one of our favorite food bloggers, Jessica Merchant of How Sweet Eats. Mom to Max, 4 and...

Meet a Mom- Sarah Meadors of Gold Coast Nannies

With Chicago’s stay at home order extended through May and camp options still unknown, families are in need of child care more than ever.  Sarah Meadors has you covered!  She’s launching a way to combine the activities of summer camp with child care in your home this...

Small Business Sunday: Meet Michelle, owner of Mothership Launchpad

Mothership Launchpad is one of those businesses you walk past and think “I wish THAT was around when I was a new mom!”.  Michelle Calderhead, and her husband Phillip, perfected the space everyone needs as a new parent.  She takes looking for playgroups, mom friends,...

Meet a Mom: Rachel Werner Shapiro of Lincoln Park Dance and Move

Rachel Werner Shapiro is the owner of Lincoln Park Dance and Move and is a new mom this year!  My niece takes classes at this bright & inviting studio, and after her first class my brother-in-law proclaimed “that women knows what she’s doing!”.  Rachel has a way...

Join The Chicago Moms Community

Stay up-to-date with what is happening in-and-around our community with local events, community highlights, and exclusive deals.