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Meal Planner: Trader Joe’s Edition
Ask any mother – working woman or stay-at-home mom, contented chef or takeout pro – busy families need meal inspiration. Use the Local Mom’s Network meal-planning guide to get breakfast, lunch and dinner on the table simply and easily. In this installment, we look to...
A Mother’s Day Gift Guide from The Fountain Spa
Spring is in the air and that means we’ll be celebrating Mother’s Day soon! What better way to celebrate your best friend, your biggest fan, and your greatest supporter than to give her the gift she deserves. Celebrate Mother’s Day at the FOUNTAIN SPA with some of our...
Check Out the Daily Deals at Kings Food Markets!
Attention Moms! Did you know that Kings Food Markets, with locations throughout New Jersey, are now introducing a great new promotion: Daily Deals! With a wide range of products (we love the 1/2 priced chicken cutlets!) and a selection of discounts tailored to all...
Mosquito Squad Shares Tips on What to Look for in a Service
Spring has finally sprung, and that means plenty of outdoor family time after being cooped up all winter! The only issue? As families return to their yards, so do pests like mosquitos and ticks. To prevent these harmful insects from ruining your season, homeowners are...
Simple Chic Easter Tips
Easter is around the corner, and whether you’re hosting extended family or just creating an intimate brunch for your crew, there are easy ways to make it feel special. Below, the talented duo behind Host to Perfection share four tips to try. Remember: Less is More...
No Bake Rice Krispie Egg Nests
Ingredients 4 cups marshmallows 5 cups rice cereal 1/4 cup coconut oil 2 teaspoons vanilla 2 cups mini eggs Instructions Grease a 12-cup muffin tray and set aside. Place the marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl and heat for 25-30 seconds. Stir well, and...
Small Business Spotlight: Wanderlust Family Retreats
What is the name of your business? Wanderlust Family Retreats. We offer retreats in the Catskills, NY and Cape Cod, MA Tell us a bit more about Wanderlust Family Retreats! Wanderlust Retreats are wellness retreats for moms and children that create an...
2023 Easter Fun Guide
Easter is right around the corner and with that comes egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny and more! Check out all of the events happening in Bergen County. Don't forget to visit the Event Site pages for more information and registration details! Happy Spring!...
Meet a Mom: Michelle Fleischer of Embroidery Babes
Hi Michelle! Where are you from originally and how long have you lived in town? I grew up in Tenafly and always knew I wanted to raise my family here in Bergen County. I met my husband, Scott (he’s from Long Island) at Syracuse University. We moved to Haworth from...
Why Camp?
Psychologist Dr. Tracy Brenner, “The Camp Counselor,” is working with Maine Camp Experience on the topic of mental health in a camp-related context. She is incredibly excited to support camps, campers, camp staff, and parents to promote social emotional development,...
Small Business Spotlight: Wayfinding Heart
What is the name of your business and where are you located? Wayfinding Heart L.L.C located in Fair Lawn, NJ Tell us more about it! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and trained Meditation Teacher, I offer holistic wellness services using a culturally...
Pot of Gold Cookies
These Pot of Gold Cookies from The BakerMama just might be your lucky charm for a fun, festive St. Patrick's Day party. "Chewy chocolate thumbprint cookies are filled with a little icing and some yellow chocolate candies to create that pot of gold look, and...
2023 Bergen | Rockland Camp Guide
Summer is upon us and now is the perfect time to start planning your kids’ camp plans. Summer camp is the perfect opportunity for your child to explore, learn, and create new memories! Bergen Moms Network and The Rockland County Moms have teamed up to create your...
St Paddy’s Day Celebrations in Bergen County
We love a reason to celebrate in Bergen County - and with St Paddy's Day coming up, there's no shortage of fun. We've compiled a list of everything that's happening - for kids AND adults. Sláinte!Kids St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Shannon Rose Join us on...
5 Ways to Get Kids to Read More
There are two kinds of kids—kids who love reading and have their nose in a book at dinner, past bedtime, and when they’re supposed to be leaving for school. And then there are those who would rather do anything than read. For parents who look to reading for...
Meet the Founder: Eddie Prchal of Gunner Roofing
Eddie Prchal, is the Co-Founder of Gunner Roofing, which brings together the best workmanship, unparalleled customer service, and a brand new online quoting platform, all of which shows their commitment to stress-free and seamless projects for their customers whom they service in Connecticut, New York and New Jersey.
10 Screen-Free Activities Kids Will Love!
Winter with kids can be tough. Short days and colder weather can keep us inside, and being cooped up too long with small kids can lead to tantrums, messes and other general destruction and mayhem. Around the middle of January is when the sheen of new holiday toys...
Advice from Atlantic Health: How to Make the Most of Your School-Age Child’s Well Check
Read the list and be able to relax a bit before those check ups.
Super Bowl Recipe Roundup
I sat down with Bergen County resident, Mom of two-boys, and the force behind Cooking Full Circle to get her recipe roundup for Super Bowl! Here's what she had to say: When I hear “Super Bowl” I think of a day synonymous with snacks and indulgence! I love to find ways...
2023 MOMS NIGHT OUT Guide | Presented by: Brushed Tanning Studio
Moms! With all you do for everyone else, it's time to start doing for YOU! And what better way to unwind and have some fun than with a Moms Night Out?! Bergen County is full of places to do just that, from restaurants and bars, to painting studios, to places where you...