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Tennis Skirts: The New Black Leggings

Tennis Skirts: The New Black Leggings   According to Fashion Contributor Kristin Koch, tennis skirts are having a moment. The on-the-court staple is becoming the new off-the-court way to look chic and pulled together – without worrying if you’re having a Marilyn...

How to Think Positively Through Cognitive Reframing

The power of positive thinking is real. That also means that hearing our negative self-talk can create a negative attitude. To help us reframe our initial thoughts when things go wrong, psychologist and The Local Moms Network contributor Reon Baird-Feldman, Ph.D.,...

Are Phone Recordings Legal in a Divorce Case?

Recording family events and interactions may be all in good fun, but when one spouse starts recording another without his or her knowledge or consent, there can be major implications. Many people considering or going through a divorce ask whether they can make or use...

7 Ways to Reduce Screen Time

By: Robert D. Keder, MD, Connecticut Children’s Have you wondered if your child is spending too much time in front of screens? The American Academy of Pediatrics and the World Health Organization recommend the following: No screen time at all for kids under 2...

Healthy Eating Made Easy: Prioritize Plant-Based Foods

Healthy Eating Made Easy: Prioritize Plant-Based Foods There are plenty of reasons to love a fun, family getaway, starting with letting go of the reins a bit when it comes to food. Moms typically swap the shopping and meal prep for restaurant reservations, copious...

Homemade Granola Recipe

Homemade Granola Recipe     Granola! Crunchy, delicious, and now, handcrafted by you. Make it as is or add some special touches (see below for inspiration) and watch your family gobble it up. You’ll wonder why you didn’t try making this versatile...

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