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The Easiest Frozen Yogurt Bark from First Bites
Want an easy dessert recipe that’s fun for kids? Try this 4-ingredient frozen yogurt bark packed with nutrition, fiber, and color! Hey! I’m Grace, a new(ish) Mom, Registered Dietitian, and founder for First Bites. First Bites is dedicated to helping mama’s feed their...
Manning Contracting and Home Design
If you’ve been following me on Instagram, you may have seen some sneak peeks of our basement remodel with Manning Contracting and Home Design. When I say that I’m obsessed with their team, I truly mean it. I actually miss them now that they are done with our project....
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Sunnies | Heart Onesie | Kid Table and Chairs | Clean 7 | Southern Belle Volume Mousse | Coffee Mugs – only $29 for 6! | Letter & Number Game | Activity Caddy | Disinfectant Wipes for the whole...
Simple Valentine’s Day Plans
Sometimes I feel like the kids just think of presents and gifts when it comes to Holidays without even having any clue about the Holiday. Valentine’s Day has taken on a whole new meaning for me since kids. I want them to feel LOVED. not just get a new...
Food Trends to Watch in 2020
This story was provided by The Local Moms Network Contributor Shilpa Rosenberry of Scouted Food. 2019 brought us a fair share of innovative food trends – we saw cauliflower chicken tenders, plant-based varieties of jerky and CBD infused food and drinks. So...
0-3 Month Essentials
Wow, I can’t believe my number 3 is almost 4 months! Time is flying and I’ve found myself wondering how my newborn has become a baby in such a short time. He’s moving into a new stage of development, so I thought I’d share some of my favorite...
Meet Sarah
What’s your favorite thing about living in Hyde Park? I actually live in Norwood and love our wide streets, old homes and small community feel. We have so many friends that live in the neighborhood and I love that we can’t walk down the street without running into one...
Perfect Meal to Give a Family from Dinner to Doorbells
One of the best things about being part of such an amazing community is having other families take care of you when your hands are full! Nothing is more helpful than getting families a nice warm dinner on the table. It’s a great gift for families who’ve just had a...
Fall Staples Under $100
I’ve been on the hunt for clothes that not only fit my new postpartum body, but are on the affordable side (hello $45 jeans!). Here is what I’m loving right now! Old Navy Old Navy Jacquard Boyfriend Blazer for Women • Old Navy • $49.99 Old Navy Textured Plush-Knit...
Caroline Seiffert Photography
There is nothing more precious that pictures in your own home with your family. The best part about this photo shoot we did with Caroline Seiffert was knowing that this was our whole, complete family and I wanted to capture that in a simple and sweet way. Words...
Find Your Fit with It’s Working Out
Hyde Park Mom, Kristen McAuliffe, owns an awesome fitness studio right in Mt. Lookout called It’s Working out (IWO)! The studio offers a variety of workout classes focusing on strength, cardio and stretch with personal training options to help give you a variety of...
Tide Cleaners, Oakley – Moms Love it!
I recently got to visit the new Tide Cleaners in Oakley and I was truly blown away with how they are running their business and operations behind the scenes. There is not another cleaner doing what they do in the industry and I believe every Mom can appreciate the...
EVENT! Simplify Motherhood – Tips for Staying Organized this School Year
One of my favorite Mom-owned local businesses is Simplify in Style. They offer organizing services from clearing out your pantry to helping you move across town. Danielle and her team are wonderful people and they are throwing an event to help you stay organized...
Travel Guide: Leland Michigan
If you follow me on social media, you know I spent a great amount of my Summer in Northern Michigan in a town called Leland on Lake Leelanau. I’ve been going there for family vacations ever since I was little and my parents finally bought a place a few years ago...
When was the last time you cleaned your appliances?
To stay at our healthiest, we all try to treat our bodies well. When we’re keeping on top of that goal, we’re working out regularly, fueling up with the right foods, sleeping enough and getting checked out at a yearly physical. And just like keeping a maintenance...
Meet Logan
What’s your favorite thing about Hyde Park? I love the walkability. I’m sure that is a common answer, but taking the kids on a walk through the streets to grab a snack & coffee, always coffee! : ) and look at the beautiful homes, both new & old, makes for a...
Kitchen Remodeling Tips, From a Pro
Summer means pool time, cook-outs, and drinks on the porch, but for Laney and her team at Reusch Interior Design it also means remodeling season! Behind bathrooms, kitchen remodels are their most requested service and for good reason—a newly remodeled kitchen packs...
Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding
Ok, I have a confession. I could probably eat the entire jar of this every time I make this. My kids luckily love it too, so I don’t have to eat the whole thing 🙂 This recipe is loaded with healthy fat, fiber and some protein. It also has less sugar than regular...
Fun with KiwiCo!
I have been searching for a great subscription box for the kids, and I’ve found one! My little ones like to keep busy and with staying home, I am on the hunt for new activities all the time. We were generously sent a KiwiCo crate for JP and Brooke last month and they...
Meet Megan
What’s your favorite thing about living in Hyde Park? As a Cincinnati native, I’ve always loved the quaintness of Hyde Park. I love the walkability and small businesses. The square reminds me of a movie set. We have such amazing parks, homes and sense of community....
Swim Safety: 10 Things you Need to Know to Protect Your Kids
Summertime is the best time, but with fun days spent around pools, beaches and lakes, most moms are also concerned with water safety—and for good reason. Did you know that drowning is responsible for more deaths among children ages one to four than any other cause...
Letter Recognition at Home – Recommended by YOU!
One of the reasons I love this job so much is that I get to connect with so many amazing Moms in our community, even if it’s behind the phone on social media. Everyone is so willing to help and give recommendations! Last week I asked you for help with Letter...
Meet the Sea of Smiles Team
We are so lucky to have amazing pediatric dentists in our area, and one of them is Sea of Smiles. They are located outside of Hyde Park in Anderson on Nagel Road. an amazing partner to Hyde Park Moms and I thought it would be good to introduce you to their team...
Mom Hack: Daily Harvest Smoothies
I’m usually not one for frozen meal packages, and they typically get thrown out after I don’t touch them for a whole year… until I tried Daily Harvest smoothies. Like many of you, you’ve probably seen them along the way and wondered if you’d like them, or if...
Reviews are IN! Make Evolve Shoes Your Summer Go-To’s for Extra Energy & Style
Running after kids in the summer—from toddlers to teens—we are constantly looking for go-to shoes that are as comfortable as they are stylish. That’s why we’re loving the new Evolve Footwear line, which has patented energy return technology (in short, a responsive...
