Meet a Mom: Meet Robin Taxman from Movement Junkies Kid’s Yoga!
Robin is a bright beam of light, whose positive energy jumps right into your heart center.
Meet a Mom: Meet Emily Erickson-White of We’re the Whites!
Emily is a busy bee, completing renovations on her 100-year-old home while curating the perfect nursery for baby #1 due in November!
Local Nonprofit Spotlight: Grief Support with Willow House
This week we are spotlighting Willow House whose mission is to develop and provide supportive services for children, teens and families (“forgotten grievers”) coping with grief and the death of a loved one.
Summer Fun with Ledge Lounger!
Summer is officially in full swing, and our newest partner, Ledge Lounger, wants to make sure your family has tons of fun this year! Love ’em!
Best of the Screen for Kids Young and Old! Movies + Series!
Nostalgic Movie Magic! These oldies, but goodies will keep your kiddos entertained through the blustery day and strait into the next!
Summer Reading for Kids in Kindergarten through 3rd Grade!
Summer reading to keep your K-3rd grader on track over break!
Meet a Mom: Meet Kelly Kustusch!
Kelly’s career took a sharp turn last spring when Covid forced both she and her husband Matt out of work.
The Irina Makkai Classical Ballet and Dance School – 38 Years Young
Fall Registration is now open for The Irina Makkai Classical Ballet Dance School, which just turned 38 years young! Here’s what to know…
Covid Vaccines: Meet Two Doctor Moms on the Front Lines!
Dr. Stephanie White and Preeti Kotha are both moms of two and worked to help others stay safe during the pandemic.
Sheet Pan S’mores!
Perfect for the Fourth of July! Check out this easy way to make S’mores for a crowd from From Scratch with Maria!
Meet a Mom: Meet Melissa Carter of Kameo Vintage!
Melissa’s fashion brand has got it going on!
Where to Celebrate the 4th of July on the North Shore!
4th of July celebrations are back… but not everywhere. CNSMoms has a comprehensive list of what’s on and what’s not, on Chicago’s North Shore!
It’s Farmers Market Season!
It’s that time of year! Mark your calendars are start shopping fresh and local at area farmers markets!
Easy Summer Cocktail: Pineapple, Lime, and Mint Sparkler!
We have a different type of sparkler for your holiday weekend! New drink recipe from The Local Moms Network contributor Maria Provenzano of From Scratch with Maria!
Summer Ready Recipes with Girl and the Kitchen!
Summer Recipes from Mila Furman, private chef and creator of the locally renowned blog and boutique catering company, Girl and the Kitchen!
Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten After A Year Home?
After as year home is your child Kindergarten ready? Carol Siqueira, owner and operator of Kiddie Academy® of Glenview is here to help answering some frequently asked questions.
Meet a Mom: Lila Limon of Squeeze de Citron!
Meet Lila Lemon, founder of the perfect summer bag, Squeeze de Citron!
If You’ve Never Heard of Juneteenth, You Are Not Alone.
There are a multitude of stories of Black history that often go untold. Juneteenth and the history around it, is one of them.
North Shore Public Pools & Splash Pads by North Shore Town!
CNSMoms has you covered with this comprehensive list of public pools and splash pads from Skokie to Lake Bluff and all of the North Shore towns in between.
North Shore Nonprofit Spotlight: Chicago Ballet Arts
We had the pleasure of speaking with Executive Director (and mom), Maliwan Diemer, about what makes this 35 year old professional dance program so unique!
