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As we are spending more time in masks I thought I would give a quick roundup of ones we are loving. I'm also including all the ones recommended by all of you on Instagram. Let me know if I am missing any brands you love! Kid Masks (Approved by my four) Kids Care Cover...

#WFH As if parenting isn’t hard enough, 2020 came along and slapped us square across the face. As parents try to juggle their already full workloads with e-learning, one thing is certain – our houses just aren’t functioning the way we need them to. I recently posted a...

Moms… imagine waking up in the morning, and instead of dreading the moment you’ll have to start that inconvenient, sometimes exhausting makeup routine, you simply open your eyes in the morning and immediately look put together! This IS my reality now, and I can’t tell you how much I wish I made the switch to lash extensions sooner!

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For many kids across the country, camp or a return to daycare will be the first time they’ve encountered the new safety protocols for COVID-19. It also may be the first time they’ve socialized in a group setting, having been social distancing at home for the past few...

As we speak to our children about race, it can be hard to know what to say and how to say it. To get some input on how to address these complex issues in a way that kids can understand, we reached out to Dr. Carlin Barnes, MD and Dr. Marketa Wills, MD, MBA, both Harvard-trained psychiatrists, who recently co-authored “Understanding Mental Illness:  A Comprehensive Guide to Mental Health Disorders for Family and Friends”. Here’s what they had to say.

Every Kid Wins – Pinstripes Art Challenge!

4 Things More Important Than Chiropractic for Back Pain It’s common knowledge that chiropractic care helps adults with back pain, neck pain, and headaches. While many adults may begin to seek out care for their constant headaches, sciatica or back pain, we often find...

People are unsure about so much right now, but surprisingly, real estate doesn’t have to be one of them. I wanted to share some insight on the market and changes in real estate related to COVID, so you can see if now is the right time for you buy or sell.

Have you ever chuckled knowingly at the Mom Memes? You know the ones that go something like this, “Sometimes I laugh so hard tears roll down my legs” or maybe the thought of jumping jacks or long car rides with no bathroom leave you concerned. For me, it’s all of the...

UPDATED!The Local Summer Camp Guide is here with some great options for your little ones! Summer dreaming in full effect over here…

With so much to say, yet no words can be found,  I wanted to share with you some resource pages I am using to help navigate how to talk to my children about the current events of our country, racism, and discrimination. 31 Children's Books to Support Conversations on...

 It’s no secret that we love flowers—we have always had fresh blooms in our homes. They bring us joy and happiness, and at this time, more than ever, we need it. Trust us, adding fresh flowers can brighten up your home and boost your mood. 

You found yourself here, reading this blog, looking for more information on how to change your life for good! The diet industry is a multi Trillion, yes trillion dollar company profiting off your failure over and over again. Trust me, I have been there, 40 lbs...

The increased focus on handwashing brings up important questions about best practices for adults and children alike. Check out this article written by Dematology Associates of La Grange for all the details on proper handwashing and how to avoid and correct overly dry, cracked hands.

Susan Stutzman is a mother to 3 children, a child therapist, a licensed clinical professional
counselor, and the owner of Kid Matters Counseling in Hinsdale, IL. Susan is sharing her 3 best tips for staying sane as a new homeschool mom and you don’t want to miss them!

We turned to Lauren Smith Brody, the author of The Fifth Trimester: The Working Mom’s Guide to Style, Sanity, And Big Success After Baby, the groundbreaking book that looks at what happens after moms go back to work, for her best advice for this tumultuous time.

 This article orginally appeared on The Local Moms Network and I found it so helpful I wanted to share with all of you!  This story was contributed by Christine Hernandez of Sayville Area Moms! When my son's preschool closed for the rest of the month because of COV-19...

More information on the best ways to talk to our children about school closures and coronavirus.