Mom Life Posts
Meet a Mom: Meet Susan Birnberg!
Susan tells us about the entrepreneurial spirit, how she keeps mom guilt in check and what’s next for her 18+ year career at Bank of America!
Best of the Screen for Kids by Age! Movies + TV!
A mix of oldies, but goodies along with new movies and series, we have a list of our favorites for a cozy movie day- or when parents need a break!
Apachi Day Camp’s Top Priority is Camper Care
To children, there’s nothing like summertime! Relaxed schedules, more time with family and friends, and of course, summer camp!
Meet a Mom: Meet Claudia Smalley!
The Lake Forest mama of two boys and former ad exec tells us how her career as a successful artist started and how it’s going now.
12 Tasty Mocktails for Dry January!
12 options will help mix things up if you’re going through Dry January! (& if you’re not, throw in your favorite mixer!)
4 Tips for Doing a January Whole30!
Are you starting a Whole 30 this January? We have 4 tips from the founder founder and CEO Melissa Urban!
Estate Planning Needs a Rebrand… It’s Not Just for the Super Wealthy
Mary Gifford, a Lake Forest mom of three and owner of her sole estate planning firm, tells us why it’s so important to get this task done and why it’s truly for EVERY family.
COVID-19 Testing within North Shore Chicago
Is it a cold, the flu, holiday hangover- or Covid-19? Here’s hoping we can help get you the answer! We’ll continue to update the list as we find more!
Meet a Mom: Meet Kelli Gould!
Meet the lovely Wilmette mama of three wee cuties, former globe trotting marketing exec and current real estate guru!
Apachi Day Camp Receives American Camp Association Accreditation
Apachi Day Camp has a long history of ACA accreditation and is widely recognized as ensuring the best care and keeping of its camp community.
Meet a Mom: Rosemary D’Urso of Library Mom!
Rosemary D’Urso, also known as the “Library Mom,” has been The Local Mom Network’s go-to resource for fantastic book recommendations (for both kids as well as moms) for the past few years.
Tablesetting 101: Host to Perfection!
Whether you are hosting a casual or a formal dinner party, take the time to set a special and lovely table for your guests with these tips!
Hydration Coach: the new & local woman owned business that you want to know!
The small business you need in your life this winter season!
DYI Hot Cocoa Bombs!
DYI Hot Cocoa Bombs! The trend continues & we love this fun twist on a classic!
North Shore Nonprofit Spotlight: Haven Youth and Family Services
Established in 1976, this local nonprofit’s mission is promote mental health and community wellness to support people in leading their best lives.
Winter Home Protection with Restoration 1 of Chicago’s North Shore
Is your home Winter Ready? Check out these valuable tips from Restoration 1 of Chicago’s North Shore to keep you, your family (and your wallet) safe this Season!
Meet a Mom: Meet Artist Bari Wieselman Schulman
Bari’s art is playful, genuine and sophisticated wrapped up in her brilliance of bright colors and abstract symphony of shapes and textures!
Meet the Moms of #IMOMSOHARD!
This hilarious duo is on their 3rd national tour.
20 Children’s Christmas and Hanukkah Books They’ll Love!
Rosemary D’Urso, aka LibraryMom shares a few of her favorite holiday children’s books!
Spiced Mulled Wine!
Easy mulled wine! Perfect for enjoying by the fire pit with friends this season!