Health Posts
The Local Moms Network Ultimate Baby Guide 2024
Mom-tested and baby-approved recommendations for everything from nursery necessities to must-have gear.
Surgeon General Warning on Social Media: What Parents Should Know
How does the surgeon general’s warning help parents keep their kids safe?
Meet a Mom: A Little Bitty about Maggie Schmieder!
“If I can positively impact even one person’s life with what I have to share then it is worth my small amount of discomfort.”
Meet a Mom: “Grinning” from Tooth to Tooth with Risa and Suzy!
Meet the two amazing moms behind Highland Park’s newest Pediatric Dental practice, Grins!
Mammograms: What You Should Know About The New Guidelines
Women with average risk should start getting mammograms at age 40 – Here’s why.
Meet a Mom: Lindsay Levin Coaching & Consulting on Being More Intentional & Successful at Work!
“Remove yourself from the situation, change it, or accept it totally.”
Dr. Sarah Allen Sheds Light on Maternal Awareness Month.
Dr. Allen shares insights into the PPD IL Alliance and avenues for new mothers to access the support they deserve.
From Youth Sports to College Athletics: The Journey of Top Tier Lessons!
University of Illinois grad Cara Bognar is proud of what she has accomplished and she’s paying it forward!
Meet a Founder: Shazi Visram of HealthyBaby
Mom of two and entrepreneur Shazi Visram first turned the baby industry upside down with the Happy Baby food brand, and now, is doing the same with her HealthyBaby product line.
Crawling: A Crucial Foundation for Your Child’s Cognitive and Physical Development
Learn how the Bridging® Technique can assist infants facing crawling challenges.
Small Business Spotlight: Meet Local Senior Care Specialist Eric Klein!
Eric’s personal experience with aging parents and a mother in law with dementia drove him to pay it forward.
Meet a Mom: Meet Jessica Merar, Director of The Dragonfly Foundation Chicago!
Highland Park mom of two and absolute burst of sunshine, Jessica Merar, brings support, courage, strength and joy to families undergoing pediatric cancer treatments.
Meet a Mom: Meet Rachael Fritz, Founder of Parenting on Mars!
Meet this incredible former Teach For America preschool teacher and mom of three young children, now forging a new career as a successful parenting coach!
Meet a Mom: Meet Agnese Zdanovska, owner of Moore Cleaners!
Discover Aga’s passion for non-toxic cleaning and her commitment to a healthier community.
HealthyBaby: Why Our Moms Are Loving These Safe Baby Products!
See why our moms (and their babies) are loving this product line.
Small Business Spotlight: Meet Dr. Josie Tenor, Founder of Trevi Longevity & Aesthetics!
Dr. Josie is committed to helping individuals embrace aging with vitality, grace and compassion.
Meet Dr. Kristi DeSapri, Founding Physician of Bone and Body Women’s Health!
Get to know more about this North Shore mom of three young boys and how Bone & Body Women’s Health can be of great benefit to you!
Meet a Mom: Meet Therapist, Author and Podcaster, Jaime Bronstein!
“I feel grateful that I get the opportunity to serve in the way I do; to witness healing… and find peace in their lives is priceless!”
Small Business Spotlight: Managing Pain with The Bridging Institute
Cara Lindell is making important strides in pain management, balance and anxiety.
Boost Your Mood: Join Atlantia’s Supplement Study on Low Mood
Is Chicago’s winter giving you the blues? If so, here’s some exciting news that might just lift your spirits!