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2024 Health & Fitness Guide Presented by Bergen New Bridge Medical Center (BNBMC)
Each passing day seems to get busier and busier, and as moms we often put our own needs last - including our mental and physical health (they do go hand-in-hand!) In this new year, we're making it a goal to prioritize our OWN wellbeing, and we encourage you to do the...
Meet a Mom: Nicole Karayanis of Pure Beauty Salon & Spa
Hi Nicole! Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in town? My hometown is Emerson and I currently live in Hillsdale for about 5 years. Do you have any kids? Yes! Our oldest son Jonathan is almost 14. Our middle son Leo just turned 3 and our...
Meet a Founder: Melissa Bernstein
Melissa Bernstein is best known for founding the inimitable toy brand Melissa & Doug, with her husband Doug. Based around the concept of encouraging open-ended, creative play, the Melissa & Doug brand is a familiar staple for any parent with young...
Breakfast with Santa in Bergen County!
Neiman Marcus, Paramus 12/16 10:30-11:30 Maggiano's, Hackensack 12/17 9:00-11:00 Carnegie diner and cafe, Secaucus 12/17 12:00-2:00 Ramsey Fire Department, Ramsey 12/17 8:30-11:30 Applebee's, Garfield 12/23 8:00-10:00 Fiorentini restaurant, Rutherford 12/23 and 12/24...
8 Unique Hanukkah Recipes
When you think about Hannukah, traditional foods like latkes (potato pancakes), sufganiyot (doughnuts) and rugelach come to mind. If you’re looking for new spins on classic dishes, the eight below are a good place to start – one for each night of the Festival of...
Bergen Moms Holiday Shopping & Gift Guide!
The holidays are here, and we are all about shopping local! Here is a roundup of some of our favorite gift ideas, for everyone on your list! 🎁 FOR THE BEST APPARELAve Lumi A consciously curated destination for families. ︎ A partner to sustainable...
The Importance of Coding for Kids: 10 Reasons to Shift from Player to Creator
In today's digital age, video games have become a permanent form of entertainment for children. Many children learn to use an iPad before they can even speak. And many of these children can navigate technology better than their parents. While playing video games can...
Visit with Santa in Bergen County
Santa at Boulder Run -November 24 11-3 Abmas Farm Story Time (select dates) Enjoy an interactive and engaging story time with readings by both Santa and Mrs. Claus. This event includes readings, jokes, songs, and fun props. Story Time is approximately 20-25 minutes...
Decorate Your Own Pumpkins for a Thanksgiving Centerpiece
We met up with the creative and lovely Elisabeth Wolfson of Hairdolini to learn how to make these beautiful, no-mess pumpkins. These are perfect for a Thanksgiving centerpiece! Check out the three-part video to see exactly how it's done! What you'll need: Pumpkins,...
LOCAL Winter FUN Guide
The temperature is dropping, and before you know it, we'll have snow on the ground, but that doesn't mean you need to stay home! We've compiled a full list of indoor and outdoor activities to keep you and your family having fun all Winter long. So, make a cup of hot...
Holiday Catering by Kings Food Markets
The Holidays can be stressful enough, make the meal portion easy with Holiday Catering by Kings Food Markets.
What is Ear Molding?
Dr. Shareef Jandali is a board-certified plastic surgeon with offices in Trumbull, Connecticut and Manhattan, NY. He specializes in non-surgical ear molding for newborn ear deformities such as prominent ears, ear lidding, pointed ears, Stahl’s ear, constricted ear,...
Teacher Convention Week: Things to Do in Bergen County
Schools Out Sampler at Wyckoff YMCA in Wyckoff November 9th & 10th 9AM-11:30AM Bach to Rock Music Camps November 9th & 10th Full day & mornings available. Open to all levels. Code Ninjas Midland Park Teachers Convention STEM Discoveries Day Camps November...
Molly Sims’ 5-Minute Skincare Routine
Moms don’t have time for elaborate skincare routines – whether they’re mere mortals like us, or iconic model and entrepreneur Molly Sims. Recently, she shared her 5-minute skincare routine with The Local Moms Network CEO Layla Lisiewski. “We were in the sun for the...
2023 Bergen Women in Business
At Bergen Moms Network there's nothing we love more than supporting local, women-owned businesses. As they say, empowered women, empower women! Read on for some of our favorites! YENINKAs the founder of YENINK, a premier cosmetic tattoo and beauty studio, I am...
All About Halloween in Bergen County!
We love all things Halloween! And there's plenty happening to celebrate. Check out all of the spooooky and silly events below! Trick or Treating around Stew Leonard's Paramus, 10/25 at 4pm Children ages 8 and younger are invited to dress in their costumes and come to...
Cozy Coconut, Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Spiced Soup
Soup season is ramping up, and this Cozy Coconut, Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Spiced Soup is like Fall in a bowl. “This soup is both light but still tastes so satisfying and creamy (without the cream!). Kids love it because it’s got a sweet and cocanutty flavor and I...
A Guide to Process-Based Art Play & Making, from The Little Makerspace
As parents, we spend so much time planning for our kids, filling their days with activities, and making sure they are exposed to lots of different things to help them learn and grow. But, did you know that letting our kids be bored is actually an amazing way to help...
Meet a Mom: Tara Kuipers, Ambassador of METAVivor
Hi Tara! Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in town? I have lived in Bergen County my whole life and moved to Midland Park 20 years ago. Do you have any kids? Yes! I have two daughters ages 8 and 10. What is your favorite thing to do with...
Meet a Mom: Jackie Goldschneider of Real Housewives of New Jersey and author of The Weight of Beautiful
Jackie Goldschneider is a mom of four who found herself in the public eye after she joined the cast of Real Housewives of New Jersey in Season 9, and returned for Season 13. The former attorney, journalist and twin mom times two (Jonas and Adin are 15 and...