The Local Moms Network Featured in Forbes!
We're so honored to have captured the attention of Forbes for the work we are doing. Thanks to you all for the support and look forward to much more to come! Read full article here.
Looking for Swim Lessons? Here you go!
One of the questions I get asked most frequently is about swim lessons! If you've been following along for a while you may have seen that we LOVE to swim! My oldest swims competitively year round and summer swim is always a MUST. My younger two are still in lessons, I...
Curious about EMSCULPT? I tried it at Contours of Hinsdale…
Have you ever wondered what Emsculpt felt like? Well, I am here to give you the full run down of my recent Emsculpt Session at Contours of Hinsdale. First of all, a little bit about Emsculpt. Emsculpt is an FDA-approved, non-invasive, high intensity electromagnetic...
Fabalish!
Deciding what to make every night for dinner is one of the never-ending tasks of parenthood. Then, finding the time to cook whatever we decide to cook can also be a struggle. Finally, getting our kids to eat what we’ve made is hit or miss...That’s why we love...
Q and A with Gabby Bernstein
This story was contributed by our wellness columnist, Michelle Calarco. When I first heard about the concept of “manifesting,” and the idea that you can attract whatever you want, I’ll admit it sounded a bit...well….far-fetched. But getting to know New York Times...
Gardening with Kids of ALL Ages!
Spring is finally here, and we couldn’t be happier to be shaking off the winter doldrums and getting outside again. Since we’re planning on still spending more time at home this spring and summer, gardening is at the top of our list. We found a fantastic new book,...
Carrot Spice Snacking Cake
Fall may have Pumpkin Spice, but this Spring, we're all about this Carrot Spice Snacking Cake. Thank you to our contributor, CatwithaK Cooks, for sharing this gluten, butter and oil-free healthy treat! Carrot Spice Snacking Cake Yield: 1 8x8 inch square cake...
Local Treats and Gifts to Fill Up Your Easter Baskets
I visited some of my favorite little local shops and put together this little guide. Hope you find just what you are looking for to complete your Easter Baskets! Shop Local and tell them Hinsdale Area Moms sent you! Whisper Me Home in La Grange has the cutest and most...
Meet-a-Mom, Debbie Levinthal
Meet-a-Mom featuring, Debbie Levinthal. Debbie, her husband and their four children live in Hinsdale and are very involved in Hinsdale Schools. Debbie is a former high-school math teacher, an advocate for all students (including those with food allergies), and currently running for the D86 School Board.
The D86 Board of Education Elections on April 6th
The D86 Board of Education Elections are coming up on April 6th. These are not typically high turnout elections, but every Hinsdale Resident should consider getting out and voting this election. Whether you have young kids that may not see high school for years, what...
Meet-a-Mom, Peggy James!
Meet-a-Mom featuring, Peggy James! Peggy is a 17 year Hinsdale resident, wife, mom to FOUR, an active volunteer throughout our community and currently running for D86 Board of Education. Read all about Peggy, her beautiful family and why she is running and what she stands for.
Meet-a-Mom Blog Posts
Read all about the AMAZING Women we have featured so far!
Meet-a-Mom, Katrina Kern
Meet-a-Mom featuring Katrina Kern! Katrina is a wife, mom of two and owner of Contours of Hinsdale.
Contours of Hinsdale
Have you ever looked at Before and After Photos and wondered if it was all too good to be true? What if it wasn’t? Contours of Hinsdale is Hinsdale’s very own authority on Body Sculpting. We have the CoolSculpting and Emsculpt machines to transform your body. We are...
The Ultimate Sleep Away Camp Guide for 2021
Spending part of their summer at camp is one of those amazing experiences that will stay with your child forever. Use this guide to learn about some of the top sleepaway options throughout the United States. All of them will help your child gain valuable confidence,...
Meet-a-Mom, Rachel Murphy
Meet-a-Mom featuring Rachel Murphy. Rachel and her husband live in Clarendon Hills with their 3 children. Not only will you love learning more about Rachel, but you will also be introduced to the amazing, Nita’s Love Train!
Adorable Capsule Wardrobe Ideas
This story was contributed by The Local Moms Network contributor Kristin Koch, executive editor at Seventeen magazine, blogger behind closetfulofclothes.com and mom of two. I’ve really tried to simplify my wardrobe since becoming a mom. Each season, I put...
Indoor, Outdoor, Virtual–options for ALL at Midtown Willowbrook
Midtown Athletic Club in Willowbrook has turned lemons into lemonade with their addition of an outdoor tent to host instructor-led group fitness classes. When the state mandate came down in late November that halted all instructor-led indoor group fitness classes,...
Sara Lovestyle’s Detox Drink
We’re all about small, easy ways to be healthier. That’s why we love this versatile twist on spa water from Sara Hood, aka Sara Lovestyle. “This infused water is a fun way to change up boring water. It helps me consume more water, and I get to eat the fruit!” explains...
Mocktail Roundup!
If you’ve committed to Dry January, you might be in the market for a good mocktail right about now.