college prep
Local Moms Network and The College Corner's 2026 College Prep Guide presented by Gorilla Grip College prep has changedย a lotย since we were applying. โBetween online applications, the huge increase in students applying, and the ripple effects of COVID, itโs a...
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, weโre sharing Eric Couperโs story in a very โgrab-a-coffee-and-chatโ 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...
Experiences Over Birthday Parties
Two of my three kids are born within a week of each other.ย The thought of planning two different birthday parties was overwhelming. Then when I started looking at places and saw what it would cost for just a couple of hours of play, I was even more put off. That is...
Meet a Mom-Kristina Veit
Meet an amazing mom/business owner who is helping moms create the village they so badly need while also taking care of their physical health.
Pumpkin Turkey Chili
This story was shared by The Local Moms Network Contributor Kate Bowler of Domestikatedlife.ย ย Busy weeknight? This chili is hearty enough to satisfy everyone at the table, sneaks in some extra nutrition with that hidden pumpkin puree, and tastes even better as...
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
Think Tick Season is Over? Hereโs Why Itโs Not
Fall is actually the most important time to address rodent control, before mice and rats establish themselves indoors for the winter.
Listerine
Long-Lasting Smiles Start with Whole Mouth Health: A Fresh Routine for NJ Kids Did you know U.S. children miss more than 34 million hours of school each year due to emergency dental care, with tooth decay being one of the most common chronic childhood diseases? Left...
Meet a Mom: Dr. Katherine Pace
Meet Dr. Katherine Pace, owner of Haven Pelvic Physical Therapy.
Tuscany with Toddlers
Find out what to do and not to do with toddlers in Tuscany!
5 Tips for Traveling to Italy with Kids
I recently traveled to Italy with my husband and our 3 boys ages, 5, 3, and 5 months. Here are all my tips for traveling with kids through Rome and Tuscany.
Breakfast Cookie Recipe
Your new favorite breakfast to make your kids and yourself. From Mama Knows Nutritions
5 Reasons Your Backyard Needs Mosquito Squad This Summer
Already using Mosquito Squad for tick and mosquito protection? Try their new pest control services and consolidate your home care!
$25 off your first month
$25 off your first month plus an Aqua-tots towels with code unioncountymoms
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
Meet a Mom-Jennifer
Junes “Meet a Mom” is me, Jennifer. I want to introduce myself as the new face of Union County Moms.
