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2026 Home Improvement Guide
Looking for trusted home improvement professionals in New Jersey? This guide connects homeowners with top Essex County and Union County businesses proudly serving communities across NJ. Whether you’re searching for experienced contractors, fencing specialists,...
UNION COUNTY FARMERS MARKETS 2026
Nothing says summer in New Jersey quite like a trip to your local farmers market! From fresh Jersey tomatoes and sweet peaches to homemade baked goods, local honey, and unique artisan finds, there’s so much to discover. Whether you're planning a family outing,...
Meet a Local Dad in Business: Eric Couper
Here at Essex County Moms, we love spotlighting the real people behind local businesses. The parents juggling carpools, workdays, and bedtime routines just like the rest of us. Today, we’re sharing Eric Couper’s story in a very “grab-a-coffee-and-chat” kind of way...
Meet a Mom: Owners of Art Cafe
Art Cafe is a new process art and sensory play studio in Westfield opening in this month. For this months Meet a Mom, I got a chance to speak with the two co-owners Esther and Cory about what families can expect from Art Cafe and some of their favorite places in Union...
Have a Just Us Day
It’s not always easy to find the time to have a day or just a few hours of one and one time with your kids. When I did it I found out just how important it was. Not just for them but for me as well!
Meet a Mom/ Business Owner: Pamela Babik
Meet therapist and mom Pamela Babik, owner of Mindful Therapy with Pam. This month we talk to Pam all about shifting our thought patterns to help stay present, manage stress, and build resilience
Tuscany with Toddlers
Find out what to do and not to do with toddlers in Tuscany!
10 Great Vacations within Driving Distance from Union County
As school ends you maybe looking for a quick summer vacation. I got you covered with 10 spots that you can drive to for easy day trips and overnights.
Meet a Business Owner: Taylor Weldon
Meet Taylor Weldon, owner of a Tutu School coming soon to Westfield!
Local Spray Grounds and Pools
Your guide to all local spray grounds and pools
Have a 90’s Summer
One thing about Gen Alpha is that they are busy—even in summer (maybe especially in summer). Sometimes that’s a *great* thing, especially as more moms are working full-time then they were in the 80s or 90s. So things like sleepaway and day camps are valuable childcare...
Farmer’s Market Guide
Looking for the freshest produce and treats? Head to one of Union County’s farmer’s markets this summer!
Meet a Mom-Meaghan B. Murphy
This months Meet a Mom is the ultimate hype woman. She is a champion of local businesses, a mom, wife, author, editor, and host. You can see her around Westfield spreading positivity. Read more about Meaghan B Murphy.
Meet Gwen Snider, Cofounder of Luxury Family Travel Resorts Little Gem!
Get to know the mom behind these luxury family-friendly resorts!
4 Reasons to Book Mosquito Squad
Learn why moms are loving Mosquito Squad for spring pest protection, from ticks to mosquitoes, ants, flies and beyond! Book and start treatment now for the best protection.
What’s The BUZZ Around Dry Needling And Can It Help Me?
Between chasing little ones, managing daily stress, and handling ALL the things, your body takes a toll—tight shoulders, achy backs, and tension headaches sound familiar? You’re not alone!
2024 Local Moms Network Gift Guide: Kids Edition
Check these items (and gift giving) off your to-do list.
2024 Local Moms Holiday Gift Guide: Men, Women, & Hosts
From cashmere and tech to beauty and home essentials, find perfect presents for men, women, and hosts.
Mosquito Squad’s Pest Control Services
Already using Mosquito Squad for tick and mosquito protection? Try their new pest control services and consolidate your home care!
Meet-a-Doc: Meet Dr. Margaret McGuire of Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health
Hackensack Meridian K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospitalis proud to feature Margaret McGuire, M.D., FACS, FAAP in this edition of Meet-a-Doc. As a pediatric general surgeon, Dr. McGuire believes it is important to provide care to the whole family and to understand that even the most straightforward operation is still being done to someone’s baby.
