Donte Palmer is a dad changing what it means to be a father—one changing table at a time. His amazing journey began in October of last year, when he found himself in a men’s room without a changing table to use to change his son’s diaper. Like he had done many times...
It’s another wonderful Chicago North Shore Moms Meet a Mom interview! We just love celebrating local North Shore moms, aren’t these stories heart-warming and inspiring?! This week’s Meet a Mom interview is Dr. Vlada Nakhlis, owner and optometrist...
This story was provided by The Local Moms Network Contributor Caitlyn Dunn, LCSW Whether your child is 3 or 14, new to school or it’s her third year, getting our children emotionally ready for school entails getting our children to a place where they are open,...
Summertime is the best time, but with fun days spent around pools, beaches and lakes, most moms are also concerned with water safety—and for good reason. “Drowning is responsible for more deaths among children ages one to four than any other cause except birth...
By Rachel Riley Fancher, PsyD (bio below) Many parents wonder at one time or another if their child needs therapy. However, most parents are unsure about what is typical child or teen behavior and what is a sign of something more. Childhood and adolescents can...
At The Local Moms Network, we love to share brands that are true to our mission of “giving moms the gift of time”. So when we partner with companies, we want to highlight ones that really deliver. That’s why we wanted to share what we’ve learned about Paula’s Choice,...